Christmas Morning Worship is scheduled to begin at 10:00 AM on December 25th. The church gathers to sing praises to our Lord Jesus upon the celebration remembering his incarnation which took place in Bethlehem so long ago. Join us and hear the Gospel message of God’s Word taking flesh and dwelling among his people. Holy Communion will be celebrated Christmas morning.
Fellowship Archive
Christmas Morning Worship
Posted December 10, 2025 By adminUp and Going
Posted December 4, 2025 By adminHappy Thanksgiving to all! Thursday, November 13th was the annual Thanksgiving lunch for the Up and Going. Twenty-eight members and guests gathered to enjoy wonderful food and fellowship. Helen Lindler gave the devotion on being thankful despite trials, concluding with all praying together The Lord’s Prayer.
Business was conducted and the Treasurer’s Report given by Gary, Treasurer. A Veteran’s Day salute was given to all Veterans. Susan gave an interesting and informative presentation on St. Jacob’s Electronic Giving. Susan graciously agreed to stay after the meeting to help anyone interested in setting up their giving account. Thank you Susan for helping us better understand this new electronic system.
Gary gave the Meal Blessing, afterwards we enjoyed a Wonderful Thanksgiving Meal with delicious food and even better conversations. I am so thankful to each of you for your generosity to the Oliver Gospel Mission. Your gifts totaled 118 pairs of socks, 52 pairs of underwear, 13 t-shirts, 1 sweatshirt, 2 jackets and a package of toiletries. I am very proud of each of you and your thanksgiving to the Oliver Gospel Mission.
December is our Christmas Party. Please bring party foods to share and 4 or more non-perishable food items, paper products or cleaning supplies for We Care. In place of exchanging gifts, our gifts will go to We Care. See you on December 11th at 11:00 AM in the Fellowship Hall.
Helen
Team Leader for Up and Going
Lutheran Men/Congregational Luncheon
Posted December 2, 2025 By adminThe Lutheran Men will be sponsoring a Christmas Luncheon on Sunday, December 7 th immediately following our service of worship. Everyone is invited to attend; dinner will be provided. The congregation is asked to bring their favorite dessert. Please invite your family and friends to celebrate with us.
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Midweek Bible Study
Posted December 1, 2025 By adminMidweek Bible Study meets Wednesday mornings at 9:30 AM in the church office conference room. We are currently studying the Gospel According to John. This study is a traditional chapter and verse study where we will read and learn more of the message John has to teach all who hear his Gospel and come to believe that Jesus of Nazareth is indeed the true Son of God. We will read and compare John’s writing with that of the other Gospel writers. We will also explore the connections between John’s Gospel and the Old Testament. Everyone is invited to join us as they are able.
Music Notes
Posted December 1, 2025 By adminChristmas Cantata December 14th
Join us as we journey with Joseph, Mary and the shepherds to Bethlehem to meet our savior in the manger once again. Two thousand years before Jesus was born, the city of Bethlehem was established. It was located in a very fertile area, and grains such as wheat and barley were grown there. In fact, Bethlehem is the city that Naomi and Ruth returned to after the death of Naomi’s sons. Ruth gleaned grain from the fields and the two were redeemed by Boaz. The name Bethlehem literally translates as “House of Bread.” Travel with us to meet the Bread of Life, our redeemer, who comes to us as a baby born in a manger in this house of bread.
The cantata will be presented as part of the Sunday morning worship service.
Christmas Caroling
Sunday, December 14th we will go Christmas caroling and take the joy of Christmas to all our members who are unable to attend worship. We will have a soup lunch in the parish hall immediately following worship and then go caroling. Mark your calendars and plan to join us. Contact Angela Nuottila to let her know that you will attend and if you are able to provide a pot of soup or a pan of cornbread.
Advent at St. Jacob’s
Posted December 1, 2025 By adminThe season of Advent is the beginning of the new liturgical year for the Christian Church. The word “advent” literally means “coming.” During Advent, Christians prepare for the second coming of our King Jesus Christ. This year, due to Christmas Eve being on a Wednesday, our Advent celebration includes three midweek services. We ponder again the great mystery of the incarnation when our Lord humbled himself, taking on our humanity, and his promised second coming. Mid-week Advent Vespers will be observed on the three Wednesdays in Advent (Dec. 3 rd, 10 th , 17th) beginning at 7:00 PM. Our liturgy for these services will be Holden Evening Prayer Vespers. Following tradition of vespers liturgy, Holy Communion will not be offered during these services, and the Advent observation will culminate with the eucharistic celebration upon the Nativity of Our Lord on December 24th. If you have been away from St. Jacob’s for an extended period, Advent is a great time to renew your relationship with your church family. All are encouraged to “come and see” him who is called Christ the Lord and prepare for his coming again. Join your church family in worship in all these opportunities to help prepare the way of the Lord.
Thanksgiving Eve Worship
Posted November 21, 2025 By adminIt’s hard to believe but the time is quickly approaching for our Thanksgiving Eve worship service. Our service will begin at 6:30 PM on Wednesday, November 26th in the church nave. With Pastor David away, we will have a lay distribution of Holy Communion, sharing elements held in reserve from our most recent celebration of the sacrament.
Following our service, we will once more prepare pound cake slices to be included in the community Thanksgiving meal sponsored by The Hub. Please come and join us for worship and for an opportunity to serve our neighbors.
Christ the King Sunday
Posted November 15, 2025 By adminThe Hebrew word “Messiah,” and the Greek word “Christ,” both mean “anointed one.” They refer to the expected king whom God promised would deliver his people from all earthly powers. Holy Scripture reveals Jesus of Nazareth to be this long-awaited Messiah. Unlike the type of Messiah most Jews expected, Jesus came to free all people, Jew and Gentile; and he did not come to free them from the Babylonians, Assyrians, or Romans, but from the power and consequences of sin, death, and the devil. Thus, the King of the Jews, and of all people, does not rule over a kingdom of this world. He rules over the universe and God’s kingdom of glory forever and ever. Christ the King Sunday is the final Sunday of the Christian Church year and focuses on the return of Christ at the end of the age. This year, Christ the King Sunday is celebrated on November 23rd.
Lutheran Men
Posted November 5, 2025 By adminThe Lutheran Men will be making Country Sausage on Monday, November 24th. If you would like to purchase BULK sausage for $5.00 per pound, please place your order in advance. See a member of the LM or contact Gerald on or before Sunday, November 16th. The sausage can be picked up between 3:00 and 6:00 PM on Monday, November 24th in the Fellowship Hall.
Lutheran Women
Posted November 5, 2025 By adminFundraiser
The Lutheran Women would like to thank everyone for their generous support of our spaghetti meal fundraiser for Andy. It was a huge success.
Rada Knives and Happy Home Flavorings
The Lutheran Women are selling Rada knives and Happy Home flavorings. Now is a good time to place an order as these make great Christmas gifts! To place an order please contact.
Community Projects
The Lutheran Women donated 180 pounds of food to We Care and provided men’s toiletries to the NALC Women’s Project.
