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On Saturday, October 25th, our church family came together in partnership with Kids Against Hunger for an incredible morning of service, compassion, and community! A team of over 50 dedicated volunteers helped to fight hunger and bring hope to families in need. Together, we packaged over 10,239 meals — each meal providing nourishment for a family of four. That means more than 40,000 servings of food going to children and families both around the world and right here in our l

As stewards, we are the recipients and caretakers of God’s goodness, love, mercy, and grace. Stewards are managers of God’s creation. We acknowledge God as the owner; therefore, we are to act not as owners but as managers because our lives and resources are simply on loan from Him. The book of Daniel gives an account of a man who failed to recognize God as Creator and provider and exalted himself. King Nebuchadnezzar, walking on the roof of “his” royal palace, surveying “his”

October is a beautiful month in so many ways. The air grows crisp, the trees paint the landscape with fiery colors, and the rhythms of fall bring both reflection and anticipation. But for me, October also carries a spiritual highlight, Reformation Sunday. Each year, it stirs my heart with gratitude and hope, reminding me why this day matters so deeply. Reformation Sunday is not simply a history lesson about Martin Luther nailing 95 theses to a church door in 1517. It’s not ju

“And day by day the Lord added to their number all who were being saved” (Acts 2:47). The changing of the seasons is one of God’s blessings to us. Each season serves as a guidepost on life’s journey. Perhaps it’s God’s gentle way of reminding us of passing time. We have just four Sundays remaining in the season of Pentecost, the longest season of the church year. Pentecost contains Jesus’ teachings about discipleship and what it means to follow him. Along our journey we learn

Donation Drive a Success — Thank You! We are thrilled to share that Lord of Life’s donation drive for Cristo Rey Community Center in Lansing was a great success! Thanks to your incredible generosity, we were able to collect and deliver a wide variety of much-needed items including clothing, household goods, and hygiene products. The donations have been successfully dropped off, and the team at Cristo Rey was deeply appreciative. Your contributions are already making a differe

Martin Luther, the author of the Reformation which we celebrate the end of October, wrote, “A Christian is a perfectly free lord of all, subject to none. A Christian is a perfectly dutiful servant of all, subject to all.” Perhaps those two sentences appear at first to be contradictory. What Luther was trying to help us understand is that we, as Christians, are called to freedom from an obligation to serve, but that we are called to the freedom to serve joyfully. This call to

OUR Mission in Acts 1:8 You shall be My witness to the remotest part of the earth - Acts 1:8 Well, at six thirty in our household it has been and most likely will always be Jeopardy time. Now we have been rather good church attenders and both my wife, Kathy, and I have taught Christian education over the years. So, when host Ken Jennings asked, “Where can the great commission be found in the New Testament outside of the Gospel?” without hesitation both of us start shouting. O

Welcome back to fall and the start of our new church year! We are thrilled to begin another season of worship and learning together. Our Sunday school classes will resume for all ages, from 3 to grade 12, including adult Sunday school. As we reflect on the wonderful events of this past summer, let's carry that enthusiasm and joy into our fall activities. We are excited to announce that our theme for this season is "Aloha." This Hawaiian greeting emphasizes adventure and exper

Livingston Educational Service Agency's Backpacks for Kids Drop off Center This back-to-school season, the congregation at Lord of Life Lutheran Church demonstrated serving others the way Christ calls us to— coming together to support children and families throughout Livingston County through the Livingston Educational Service Agency’s (LESA) Backpacks for Kids program. In mid-July through July 27, Lord of Life collected donations for school supplies, encouraging members and

At Lord of Life Church, we believe that serving others is one of the clearest ways to reflect the love of Jesus Christ. On Day of Caring 2025 in Livingston County, we had the opportunity to put our faith into action—our Lord of Life youth group team worked together to meet the practical needs of a local homeowner and share Christ’s compassion in tangible ways. Lord of Life Church Youth Group with Homeowner at Day of Caring 2025 Guided by Colossians 3:23— "Whatever you do, wo

During Jesus’ last three years on earth, He spent much time nourishing and teaching His disciples. Only when they were prepared to go out into the world to preach, teach, and heal did He send them. Leaving without provisions, the disciples were totally dependent upon those whom the Lord would send them for their support. The disciples relied upon the power of the Gospel to move the hearts of their listeners who would willingly provide for their needs. They were to travel ligh

Reflection on the 23rd Psalm with Some AI Insight For most of my eighty-five years I have found great comfort in one of the most beloved passages in all of Scripture, the 23rd Psalm. Its words have guided me, grounded me, and reminded me of the steadfast presence of God through every season of my life. I first came to love this Psalm while in high school and later during my many years of involvement in the Scouting movement, including my role as a God and Country merit badge

Perspective is defined in Webster’s Dictionary as a method of subjective evaluation. In layman’s terms we might describe the meaning of perspective as the way we look at things. For example, is the glass half empty of half full? Both answers of the glass question are correct but one (half full) emphasizes the positive, while the other (half empty) emphasizes the negative. Perspective, or the way we look at things, really does matter. As a Christian and as a pastor I have come

From June 23 to June 27, Lord of Life Lutheran Church was transformed into a vibrant wilderness adventure for this year’s Vacation Bible School , themed "True North" —a powerful journey through God’s Word, guiding kids to Jesus as their one true compass in life. With energetic worship, hands-on crafts, engaging Bible stories, outdoor games (even in an intense heat wave!), and delicious snacks, VBS 2025 was an unforgettable week filled with laughter, learning, and life-changin

Jesus’ parting command was: “Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you.” (Matthew 28:19-20). Jesus was very direct and explicit with His mandate. There is no question as to where or with whom we are to share the Gospel. The love that God gives to us is to be shared by us with all people everywhere. He has given us our marching orders,

Pentecost is a time of profound spiritual significance, marking the moment when the Holy Spirit descended upon the disciples, empowering them to spread the message of Christ to the world. Occurring 50 days after Easter, Pentecost is often referred to as the birthday of the Church, as it signifies the beginning of the disciple’s mission to share the Gospel far and wide. The word “Pentecost” comes from a Greek word meaning “fiftieth.” It originates from the Jewish festival of S

May this reflection inspire each of us to walk our own roads of faith with courage, hope, and with an ever-deepening awareness of the mystery and grace that surrounds our lives. At the end of the confirmation year, I always asked the confirmands to choose a Bible verse that resonated with them for their confirmation. On several occasions, our teens have asked about my own choice. Without hesitation, I’ve shared that my favorite is Psalm 23. Yet, when it comes to the Gospel o

Spring is a season that naturally evokes feelings of renewal and rebirth. As nature awakens from its winter slumber, we see the budding of flowers, the return of migratory birds, and the greening of landscapes. This transformation is a powerful reminder of the cyclical nature of life and the beauty of new beginnings. It is a time of growth and possibilities, where the earth seems to come alive with vibrancy and color, encouraging us to embrace change and look forward to the f