Saint Andrew Lutheran Church
Saint Andrew Lutheran Church
Calendar
2021
A Prayer
Let us pray for
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All those who died from the Coronavirus (COVID-19)
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Healing and comfort for their families and friends
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Those who serve on the front lines of the pandemic
"Almighty God, grant to your church your Holy Spirit and the
wisdom which comes down from heaven, that your word may not
be bound but have free course and be preached to the joy and
edifying of Christ's holy people, that in steadfast faith we may
serve you and in the confession of your name abide to the end;
through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord."
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IMPORTANT NOTICE re SUNDAY
WORSHIP
Due to the recent increase in COVID-19 (Delta variant, etc.) cases
and in consideration of advice from our bishop, Saint Andrew Lutheran Church will offer the following 2 options for our
10:00 AM Sunday worship services: --
-- IN-PERSON WORSHIP (including communion) with masking, social distancing, and other CDC protocols OR
-- ZOOM WORSHIP SERVICES for those with access to computers or cell phones. Login instructions will be
emailed to you.
"Worshiping in the Home" resources will continue to be
emailed to ensure a variety of worship opportunities.
A NOTE to visitors and curious faith explorers -- you are
welcome to read the texts for Sunday's readings and sermon on
our FACEBOOK page -- Saint Andrew Lutheran Church -- posted Sunday mornings by the time of service.
Yours in Christ,
Pastor Andrew Nelson
NOTE: -- Readings for the week of November 29th appear on the EVENTS page of the website
DECEMBER
Sunday, December 5, 2021 -- 9:00 AM -- Choir rehearsal (in the
sanctuary)
10:00 AM -- Sunday Worship --
choice of IN-PERSON or ZOOM worship -- cf. above note
Tuesday, December 7, 2021 --
Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day
Sunday, December 12, 2021 -- 9:00 AM -- Choir rehearsal (in the
sanctuary)
10:00 AM -- Sunday Worship --
choice of IN-PERSON or ZOOM worship -- cf. above note
Friday, December 17, 2021 -- 6:30 PM --
Blue Christmas -- the Longest Night --
This year we are making plans for a worship service for The Longest Night on Friday, December 17, 2021. Last year was the first time we had this service at
Saint Andrew Lutheran Church.
Blue Christmas is a time when we remember those who are not always filled with joy and happiness at Chrismas but are dealing with grief and sadness.
Saint Peter Lutheran Lutheran Church (2776 Route 9, Malta, NY 12020)
has invited Saint Andrew to join them in this service.
Before we make our final plans, we would like feedback from you regarding going down to Saint Peter. We will carpool as we have done in the past for anyone not wanting to drive. We would like your reply ASAP. Thank you!
More info -- go to: --
Sunday, December 19, 2021 -- 9:00 AM -- Choir rehearsal (in the
sanctuary)
10:00 AM -- Sunday Worship --
choice of FACE TO FACE or ZOOM worship -- cf. above note
11:00 AM -- Church Council meeting
2:00 PM -- Sunday Worship at the Home of the Good Shepherd,
198 Bluebird Road, South Glens Falls, NY 12803
-- Tel.: 518/792-1000 -- NOTE: -- limit of 4 Saint Andrew members are allowed to share in this worship experience with the residents!
Cf. If interested, please contact Carole Glidden, Parish Coordinator
Friday, December 24, 2021 --
Christmas Eve
“And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, 'Do not be afraid. I bring you good news that will cause great joy for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is the Messiah, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger.'” Luke 2:8-12
Saturday, December 25, 2021 --
Christmas Day
"May God bless you with a very Merry Christmas
and a Happy New Year!
"Loving Father, Help us remember the birth of Jesus, that we may share in the song of the angels, the gladness of the shepherds, and worship of the wise men.
"Close the door of hate and open the door of love all over the world. Let kindness come with every gift and good desires with every greeting. Deliver us from evil by the blessing which Christ brings, and teach us to be merry with clear hearts.
"May the Christmas morning make us happy to be thy children, and Christmas evening bring us to our beds with grateful thoughts, forgiving and forgiven, for Jesus' sake. Amen."
-- Robert Louis Stevenson
Sunday, December 26, 2021 -- 9:00 AM -- Choir rehearsal (in the
sanctuary)
10:00 AM -- Sunday Worship --
choice of IN-PERSON or ZOOM worship -- cf. above note
Friday, December 31, 2021 -- New Year's Eve
"May God bless you with a New Year
filled with happiness, love, and joy!"
