St. Paul's Lutheran Church
proud to be a member of the South Central Synod of Wisconsin of the
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
May 31, 2026 - First Sunday After Pentecost
Though the word trinity is not found in the scriptures, today’s second reading includes the apostolic greeting that begins the liturgy: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. In the gospel Jesus sends his disciples forth to baptize in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. More than a doctrine, the Trinity expresses the heart of our faith: we have experienced the God of creation made known in Jesus Christ and with us always through the Holy Spirit. We celebrate the mystery of the Holy Trinity in word and sacrament, as we profess the creed, and as we are sent into the world to bear witness to our faith.
Readings and Psalm
Genesis 1:1—2:4a The creation of the heavens and the earth
Psalm 8 How majestic is your name in all the earth! (Ps. 8:1)
2 Corinthians 13:11-13 Paul’s farewell to the church at Corinth
Matthew 28:16-20 Living in the community of the Trinity
Thank you to Kathy Houzner for providing special music.
He has Risen Indeed!
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
Thank you to Pastor Mark Teslik for filling in this morning
Alter flowers : In memory of Herman Preuss given by Kathy and Joe Houzner
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May 24, 2026 - Day of Pentecost
Pentecost derives its name from the Jewish festival celebrating the harvest and the giving of the law on Mount Sinai fifty days after Passover. Fifty days after Easter, we celebrate the Holy Spirit as God’s presence within and among us. In Acts the Spirit arrives in rushing wind and flame, bringing God’s presence to all people. Paul reminds us that though we each have different capacities, we are unified in the Spirit that equips us with these gifts. Jesus breathes the Holy Spirit on his disciples, empowering them to forgive sin. We celebrate that we too are given the breath of the Holy Spirit and sent out to proclaim God’s redeeming love to all the world.
Readings
Acts 2:1-21: Filled with the Spirit to tell God’s deeds
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b: Send forth your Spirit and renew the face of the earth. (Ps. 104:30)
1 Corinthians 12:3 -13:Varieties of gifts from the same Spirit
John 20:19-23: The Spirit poured out
Thank you to our Choir for providing special music.
He has Risen Indeed!
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
Thank you to Pastor Dan Odden for filling in this morning
Alter flowers : Blossoms and Blooms
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May 17, 2026 - 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.
Readings
Acts 1:6-14: Jesus’ companions at prayer after his departure
Psalm 68:1-10, 32-35: Sing to God, who rides upon the clouds. (Ps. 68:4)
1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11: God will sustain and restore those who suffer
John 17:1-11: Christ’s prayer for his disciples
Thank you to our Choir for providing special music.
He has Risen Indeed!
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church
Thank you to Our Parish Nurse, Yvonne Smith for filling in this morning
Alter flowers are from Cathy Hlavacek
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