Sermons
Sermons at Abiding Presence are based on the the readings from scripture that day. These readings come from the Revised Common Lectionary.
As Lutherans we believe that God is present to us in the words of scripture and in the living Word who is Jesus. Sermons are intended to help us behold the living Word of God in our lives as we encounter God speaking to us through scripture. Sermons also help us to more clearly understand scriptural passages and respond to the good news through our own particular life experiences and congregational life. Ideally a sermon is a ‘trialog’— God, congregation members and the preacher in conversation together.
Children's Sermons
The Pastor or lay members provide a discussion with children based on the scripture readings for the day at each worship service just after the readings and before the pastor’s sermon. The children then collect change from the congregation for the Noisy Offering to donate to a charity that they have chosen.
Pastor's Sermons
This Week's Events...
- December 15, 2018
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- December 16, 2018
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Good Gifts Fair
December 16, 2018 9:00 am - 11:30 am
The Caring for Others Ministry will once again host The Good Gifts Fair for holiday shopping. All the gifts that are purchased benefit organizations and individuals who work to make our world a more just and peaceful place.
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Moravian Lovefeast Worship
December 16, 2018 9:30 am - 11:30 am
1550 Walton Blvd, Rochester Hills, MI 48309, USA -
Intergenerational Faith Formation
December 16, 2018 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Our lesson on Mary & Elizabeth will include learning their story, then exploring the story of the birth of Jesus with child friendly nativity sets. The best part is that each family gets to take a nativity set home to use through January 6th, the Day of the Epiphany.
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- December 17, 2018
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- December 20, 2018
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Thursday Morning Book Study
December 20, 2018 10:00 am - 11:30 am
The Thursday Morning study group is reading Anne Lamott's book titled Almost Everything: Notes on Hope, which is a collection of essays on life and faith. In humorous and poignant stories, she discusses the challenges and joys of being human in the time in which we live. Please join us Thursday Morning in the conference room of the church office. Newcomers are always welcome.
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