Our Savior's Lutheran Church
Ph 701-745-3346
from my perspective…
The confirmands are confirmed. The graduates have graduated. Summer is upon us, and praise be to God, our provider, the rain has fallen, and the country is alive with new growth. Is it a new season, or not?
June is a month when we explore certain events that are meant to change the world, and they did; however, it can be argued that people didn’t really treat one another any better, and wars and rumors of war still abounded. What does it take to really make a difference in anyone’s life? Sadly, tragedy is probably the most impactful. But God keeps knocking at the door of the human heart, inviting us to listen and follow His ways of life.
In June, when we remember Jesus ascending to the Father, we recognize that Jesus came from God and returned to God. When Jesus promised the Holy Spirit would visit the Apostles, we recognize that God inspires their teaching.
Jesus promised His Disciples that the Holy Spirit of truth would come to “guide them into all truth.”
June 1st – The Ascension of our Lord. Jesus is Lord of Heaven and Earth – listen to Him.
June 8th – Pentecost: The Holy Spirit guides the Apostles – listen to them.
June 15th – Holy Trinity = Jesus will explain why we should listen to the Holy Spirit. When we immerse ourselves in God’s Word, we hear the voice of the Holy Spirit.
June 22nd – Jesus meets a demoniac. From the beginning, the Diabolos has worked to tear apart people, families, and communities, but Jesus has power over the lies of the Devil.
June 29th – Elijah casts his cloak on Elisha. We remember that God has sent prophets from time to time to remind his children that He grieves those who destroy relationships.
Even though summer is upon us, please make time to gather and hear God’s word for our lives.
Your pastor, Dennis.
Welcome!
I welcome your comments regarding our shared ministry at Our Savior's.
If you would rather comment privately; please, email me at prshepherd@westriv.com
I deeply desire to bring Christian comfort and the power of prayer to those who are challenged with sickness or circumstances in life.
Neither the hospitals or care centers are allowing visitation.
If it a matter of life and death, call me and I will contact them.
Pastor Dennis
Pastor Dennis R.
We have had our share of challenges this year.
If you or someone you know is struggling with fear and despair, I invite you to lay your hands on a copy of Max Lucado's book
Anxious for Nothing:
Finding Calm in a Chaotic World.
We, also, have a helpful copy of "Cancer. Now What?"
available in the church office.
Of course, please contact me if you would like to chat or meet for a cup of coffee.
Pastor Dennis
