HE IS RISEN. HE IS RISEN INDEED. ALLELUIA!
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Pastor Mary's Daily Prayer
Thursday, May 28th
Lord our God, we thank you for letting us receive so much that is good in all circumstances on earth. We thank you that we can have joy in life in spite of our shortcomings, mistakes, and worries. You bless us with heavenly gifts, so that rejoicing, we can walk on earth as if in heaven. Keep the gifts of your Spirit alive in us. Keep alive in us everything that Jesus Christ was, everything he is, and everything he will be on earth for all people. Amen.
Lord our God, we thank you for letting us receive so much that is good in all circumstances on earth. We thank you that we can have joy in life in spite of our shortcomings, mistakes, and worries. You bless us with heavenly gifts, so that rejoicing, we can walk on earth as if in heaven. Keep the gifts of your Spirit alive in us. Keep alive in us everything that Jesus Christ was, everything he is, and everything he will be on earth for all people. Amen.
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READINGS AND PSALM
Acts 1:6-14 Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35 1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11 John 17:1-11 |
SEVENTH SUNDAY OF EASTER
In these days between Ascension and Pentecost, we gather with the disciples in the upper room, waiting for the Spirit to transform the church around the world. In today's gospel Jesus prays for his followers and for their mission in his name. Amid religious, social, and economic divisions, we seek the unity that Jesus had with his Father. Made one in baptism, we go forth to live our faith in the world, eager for the unity that God intends for the whole human family. PRAYER OF THE DAY O God of Glory, your Son Jesus Christ suffered for us and ascended to your right hand. Unite us with Christ and each other in suffering and in joy, that all the world may be drawn into your bountiful presence, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Reprinted from Words for Worship, copyright 2019 Augsburg Fortress. Used by permission. Scripture quotations (except psalms) from the New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989 Division of Christian Education of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA. All rights reserved. Used by permission. |
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Wednesday Online Bible Study
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We are going to hold a Zoom Bible Study on Wednesday at 4:00p.m. We will be looking at this passage as well as some questions to think about in preparation for Wednesday. You are encouraged to meditate on this passage, either alone, or with others you live with and to take some time to write down your reflections. However, if you do not wish to do any preparation, you are welcome to join in the conversation on Wednesday at 4:00! Check your email for login information. You will need the meeting ID to join. If you did not receive an email, but would still like to join, please email rlcnewberlin@gmail.com for your login information.
Reflection Questions:
1. This story immediately precedes the reunion between Esau and his twin brother, Jacob. Jacob had tricked their dying father, Isaac, into giving him the inheritance that was rightfully due Esau. As Jacob prepares to meet Esau, he is worried that Esau may kill him. (Perhaps what Jacob would do if their positions were reversed?). Has there been a time when you were worried that you would “get what you deserved?” 2. Have you ever prayed about something so hard that you felt you “wrestled with God?” 3. Jacob’s name meant, “Manipulator”. It was changed to Israel which means “God-Wrestler”. What significance do you see in this change of name? 4. What do you think it means to be blessed? 5. What “limps” do you carry through life? |
Home Bible Study 5
Genesis 32:22-32 22-23 But during the night he (Jacob) got up and took his two wives, his two maidservants, and his eleven children and crossed the ford of the Jabbok. He got them safely across the brook along with all his possessions. 24-25 But Jacob stayed behind by himself, and a man wrestled with him until daybreak. When the man saw that he couldn’t get the best of Jacob as they wrestled, he deliberately threw Jacob’s hip out of joint. 26 The man said, “Let me go; it’s daybreak.” Jacob said, “I’m not letting you go ’til you bless me.” 27 The man said, “What’s your name?” He answered, “Jacob.” 28 The man said, “But no longer. Your name is no longer Jacob. From now on it’s Israel (God-Wrestler); you’ve wrestled with God and you’ve come through.” 29 Jacob asked, “And what’s your name?” The man said, “Why do you want to know my name?” And then, right then and there, he blessed him. 30 Jacob named the place Peniel (God’s Face) because, he said, “I saw God face-to-face and lived to tell the story!” 31-32 The sun came up as he left Peniel, limping because of his hip. (This is why Israelites to this day don’t eat the hip muscle; because Jacob’s hip was thrown out of joint.) |
Weekly Musical Recommendations
from Linda Jakubowski, RLC's Director of Music
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This is a new young artist, named Thunderstorm Artis. He had just gotten married, and was involved in a career opportunity that kept him apart from his new bride. I think right now, we are all missing our friends and loved ones. The song is called “Home”
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"I'll Fly Away" by Alabama
Please enjoy this gospel tune. "Time to Say Goodbye", sung by Sarah Brightman and Andrea Bocelli
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"Ave Maria", by Franz Schubert, played by Anastasiya Petryshak.
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RLC Virtual Holy Communion
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Dr. Rev. Mary Ubuntu leads Holy Communion at Resurrection Lutheran Church in New Berlin Wisconsin. Featuring music courtesy of Divine Hymns; Here Is Bread, Here Is Wine by Graham Kendrick.
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INCLUDING SUNDAY SERVICES ARE CANCELLED.
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Pastor Mary is committed, as always, to helping however she can.
Please feel free to contact her at her personal number: 262-930-2726.
Or, by email at; mcubun2@gmail.com.
INCLUDING SUNDAY SERVICES ARE CANCELLED.
PLEASE WATCH THIS SPACE FOR FUTURE UPDATES AND FOR NOTICES ON RESUMPTION OF ACTIVITIES AND SERVICES
For further Coronavirus Resources, Visit our special web page HERE
Pastor Mary is committed, as always, to helping however she can.
Please feel free to contact her at her personal number: 262-930-2726.
Or, by email at; mcubun2@gmail.com.
YOU ARE WELCOME HERE!
We invite anyone and everyone to come experience RLC for yourself at an upcoming Sunday service or seasonal Wednesday service. You'll immediately feel at home with the RLC family and feel the positive influence of God's presence.
We invite anyone and everyone to come experience RLC for yourself at an upcoming Sunday service or seasonal Wednesday service. You'll immediately feel at home with the RLC family and feel the positive influence of God's presence.
New to RLC? Start HereOUR FAMILY CAN BE YOUR FAMILY
Whether you're looking for a place to celebrate an upcoming holiday or a home for a lifetime of Christian celebration, RLC can be the perfect place for you. We invite you to discover more about the RLC Family. |
OUR Pastor MaryHELPING RLC LIVE OUR VISION
The Reverend Dr. Mary Ubuntu has been RLC's Pastor for more than 15 years, and while we're honored to have someone with her credentials as our spiritual leader, we're even happier that for her unprecedented tenure, to us she is simply, Pastor Mary! |
EVERYONE is WelcomeRECONCILING IN CHRIST
We believe that the Gospel is God's gift to all people, to be shared unconditionally, without regard to sexual orientation, gender identity, cultural or ethnic background, physical or mental abilities, socio-economic or family status, gender or ages. |
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Love [& RLC] Has No Labels.
We affirm, with the apostle Paul, that in Christ, "there is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male or female. Christ has made us one." (Galatians 3:28)
RLC welcomes all and believes in diversity. Diversity is the range of human differences, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, social class, physical ability or attributes, religious or ethical values system, national origin, and political beliefs. ALL ARE WELCOME HERE!
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Beyond diversity though, RLC also practices inclusion. Inclusion is involvement and empowerment, where the inherent worth and dignity of all people are recognized. An inclusive congregation promotes and sustains a sense of belonging; it values and practices respect for the talents, beliefs, backgrounds, and ways of living of its members and its partners.
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Diversity is being invited to the party. Inclusion is being asked to dance."
- Verna Myers, Diversity and Inclusion Expert
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Our Mission:
Celebrating God’s Grace
through Worship, Nurture & Outreach.
The ‘church’ is God’s people who believe that they are redeemed by Jesus Christ and serve Him daily through their lives with love for our neighbors. The church is where God’s people gather to receive Him through His means of grace which we celebrate through the Gospel, baptism, Holy Communion, prayer, fellowship, and mission.
We daily affirm that Christ lives in each person throughout the world for we are all one in Christ.
We daily affirm that Christ lives in each person throughout the world for we are all one in Christ.
