Whoever dwells in the shelter of the Most High will rest in the shadow of the Almighty.2 I will say of the Lord, “He is my refuge and my fortress, my God, in whom I trust.” Psalm 91:1-2, NLT And so we began the new year in … Continue reading Our Refuge and Fortress
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December 30, 2021
Christian Education“Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your toil is not in vain in the Lord.” I Corinthians 15:58, NASB, 1977 A new year of ministry dawns upon us, and … Continue reading December 30, 2021
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Lent & AdventSing Your Song of Christmas Joy Carolyn Matthews (Rev. Carolyn Matthews is pastor of Christian Education at Lakeshore Avenue Baptist Church) O sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth.2 Sing to the Lord, bless his name; tell of his salvation … Continue reading Advent 2021: A Season Of Healing And Hope – Christmas Day
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Midweek MessageGreetings of the season to one and all. There are some changes in the usual schedule over the next two weeks as we approach the holidays. Saturday, December 189:00 AM – LABC Reads10:00 AM – Time for Prayer (Psalm 90) … Continue reading Event Update As Of December 17
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Lent & AdventSongs of Advent The Advent of Our God (This hymn of Advent was translated by Robert Campbell (1814-1868) et al, from Charles Coffin’s “Instantis adventum Dei”, which was published in the 1736 Paris Breviary) Therefore, since we are justified by faith, … Continue reading Advent 2021: A Season Of Healing And Hope – December 10
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Lent & AdventSongs of Advent The Great Forerunner of the Morn (The composer of this hymn, Bede (b. circa 672-673; d. May 26, 735), also known as Saint Bede or the Venerable Bede, was an English monk at Northumbrian monastery at Monkwearmouth … Continue reading Advent 2021: A Season Of Healing And Hope – December 7
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Christian EducationCelebrating Life 8TheLord is merciful and compassionate, slow to get angry and filled with unfailing love. 9The Lord is good to everyone. He showers compassion on all his creation. 10All of your works will thank you, Lord, and your faithful … Continue reading December 3, 2021
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Christian EducationBear one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2 Here we are in the midst of the Advent season. Our theme, “A Season of Healing and Hope,” may cause us to look around … Continue reading Caring for One Another
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Lent & AdventSongs of Advent O Come Divine Messiah (This advent hymn was written in French as “Venez, divin Messie” by abbot and hymn-writer Pellegrin, M. l’abbé (Simon-Joseph) (1663-1745). The English translation is by English Notre Dame Sister Mary of St. Philip, SND, aka … Continue reading Advent 2021: A Season Of Healing And Hope – December 2
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Lent & AdventHold on to Your Song Carolyn Matthews (Rev. Carolyn Matthews is pastor of Christian Education at Lakeshore Avenue Baptist Church, Oakland, CA) As God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience. 13 Bear with one … Continue reading Advent 2021: A Season Of Healing And Hope – December 1
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