What’s New? Did you ever notice that, as time goes by, so does your perspective on life? Things that mattered years ago may not be as important to you today? In Sunday’s New Testament reading, St. Paul shares this view: When one has Jesus in his/her life nothing else really …
Released from Prison Have you ever felt stuck in regret, remorse, or guilty feelings? It’s not a good place to be…it’s like being in prison, with no chance for release. Join Pastor Jack this Sunday as he explores the devastating prisons of the mind we sometimes create for ourselves. But …
Burdens Lifted Sometimes we go through life carrying the burdens of guilt, regret, anger, etc. It is kind of like carrying metaphorical barbells around with us wherever we go. Wouldn’t it be easier if you let Jesus carry the weight of your burdens? Join Pastor Jack this Sunday as he presents his …
Sunday, April 3rd * 4pm-7pm Fish & Chips Dinner (Chicken option also available) From The Thistle Catering Advance: $18 (adult) / $12 (child) At Door: $20 (adult) / $14 (child) Dine-in or Take-out (with Drive-up option) Beer/Wine available for Sale – 50/50 Raffle Contact for Tickets: Judi – 973-224-0986 Volunteers …
Easter Egg Hunt – Sat., April 9 (2 hunts – 2 and 3 p.m.) Shepherd of the Hills Lutheran Church 246 Woodport Rd, Sparta, NJ 07871 973-729-7010 www.sothnj.org Ages walking to 10 years old. Please bring a camera, basket, and food donation. CDC Guidelines in place at time of event …
In times of stress and anxiety, are you comfortable asking for help or assistance? Or are you the “rugged individual” who prefers to tough it out alone? Join Pastor Jack this Sunday as he explores the theological concept of “surrendering” to the will of God while asking Jesus for spiritual …
Starts…and Finishes Sometimes, you do not realize how blessed you truly are until you look back on life. Are you better off today than you were years ago? This Sunday, in his message, “Starts…and Finishes”, Pastor Jack will share the ancient Hebrew philosophy outlined in the Book of Deuteronomy: “Don’t …
Ash Wednesday Service – March 2 7:30 p.m. All are invited to our Ash Wednesday Service on March 2 at 7:30 p.m. The service will be in church and livestreamed on our YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCH8w_r1Rb9HH7i6SD15Tu6w Communion using the communion kits will be available and the receiving of ashes will …
Some say your circumstances in life are written all over your face. For example, if you are stressed out, you might reveal that stress in your appearance; Conversely, happy circumstances may radiate on your face. Join Pastor Jack this Sunday (Transfiguration Sunday) as he explores the Biblical narratives of the …
Scholars and counselors often agree about one of the greatest “relationship challenges”…offering forgiveness and mercy to someone who has done you wrong. Join Pastor Jack this Sunday as he illustrates Jesus’ command to forgive. Pastor will also take a closer look at the Old Testament narrative of Joseph. You might be surprised at …