Faith Lutheran Church

Faith Lutheran Church Please join us at 9:30am for coffee and donuts and 10am for worship service. We meet for coffee and donuts at 8:30am and our worship service at 9am.

Our mission is to declare the gospel of Jesus Christ by providing a caring environment to the members of our congregation and the people of Fort Valley and beyond. Our mission is to declare the gospel of Jesus Christ by providing a caring environment to the members of this congregation and the people of Fort Valley and beyond. All are welcome!

05/31/2026

God Pause for Sunday, May 31, 2026
Let the Whole Creation Cry (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 876)
1 Let the whole creation cry,
"Glory to the Lord on high!"
Heav'n and earth, awake and sing,
"Praise to our almighty king!"
Praise God, angel hosts above,
ever bright and fair in love;
sun and moon, lift up your voice;
night and stars, in God rejoice.

2 Servants striving for the Lord,
prophets burning with the word,
those to whom the arts belong
add their voices to the song.
Pow'rs of knowledge and of law,
to the glorious circle draw;
all who work and all who wait,
sing, "The Lord is good and great!"

3 Men and women, young and old,
raise the anthem loud and bold,
and let children's happy hearts
in this worship take their parts;
from the north to southern pole
let the mighty chorus roll:
"Holy, Holy, Holy One;
glory be to God alone!"

Text: Stopford A. Brooke; Music: Jakob Hintze; Public Domain

Devotion
Although the source of Stopford A. Brooke’s inspiration for this hymn was Psalm 148, I hear echoes of Psalm 8 in it as well. Humanity joins together with all of nature to give God the glory. We are included in the summons to sing our grateful praise. Everyone has a part to play in this grand celebration; no one and nothing is excluded. And at the center of it all is the One who creates, sustains, and holds all things, united in everlasting love.

Prayer
Almighty and Ever-living God, you have included us in your creative work so that your will and your way will be done on earth “as it is in heaven.” No matter what our gender, age, or calling, may we glorify you with grateful hearts in all that we say and do. Amen.

Angela K. Renecker '95 M.Div.
Pastor, Galilean Lutheran Church, Ocean Shores, WA

05/30/2026

Kindness rarely feels dramatic in the moment… but small acts of love ripple farther than we will ever know. A returned shopping cart. A patient response. A helping hand. A moment of grace for someone having a hard day. “Let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven.” — Matthew 5:16 🙏

The world changes quietly... one compassionate choice at a time. If you need encouragement for your journey, our devotionals, peaceful worship playlists, guided prayer resources, and monthly ministry support community are all linked in bio. Thank you for helping us continue sharing God’s peace, hope, and encouragement online each day.

05/30/2026

🍳 A Taste of Camp. A Gift that Gives Back.
For generations, campers have gathered in Moyer Lodge to share meals, laughter, and memories. Built in 1965, the lodge is still home to much of the original kitchen equipment, including the Hobart dishwasher that has been faithfully running for nearly 60 years!
When you purchase the Caroline Furnace Camp Favorites Cookbook, you’re helping support much-needed kitchen repairs and upgrades.
Inside the cookbook, you’ll find beloved camp recipes from 1957 to today, featuring breakfast, lunch, dinner, Culinary Camp creations, and Wilderness favorites. Whether you’re reliving camp memories or sharing them with someone new, this cookbook is the perfect gift.
Available for a minimum donation of $20 + shipping.
Every purchase helps keep the heart of camp cooking for generations to come!
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05/30/2026

God Pause for Saturday, May 30, 2026
Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee (Evangelical Lutheran Worship 836)
1 Joyful, joyful we adore thee,
God of glory, Lord of love!
Hearts unfold like flow'rs before thee,
praising thee, their sun above.
Melt the clouds of sin and sadness,
drive the gloom of doubt away.
Giver of immortal gladness,
fill us with the light of day.

2 All thy works with joy surround thee,
earth and heav'n reflect thy rays,
stars and angels sing around thee,
center of unbroken praise.
Field and forest, vale and mountain,
flow'ry meadow, flashing sea,
chanting bird, and flowing fountain
call us to rejoice in thee.

3 Thou art giving and forgiving,
ever blessing, ever blest,
well-spring of the joy of living,
ocean-depth of happy rest!
Thou our Father, Christ our brother,
all who live in love are thine;
teach us how to love each other,
lift us to the joy divine!

Text: Henry van D**e; Music: Ludwig van Beethoven; Public Domain

Devotion
I can’t think of a more happy marriage of text and tune than this hymn of praise. The words of Henry van D**e set to Beethoven’s composition simply radiate joy. No wonder it is a favorite hymn of many! Whenever I sing it, I feel connected to all of God’s good creation: stars, flowers, critters, natural beauty, and supernatural mystery. I find myself joining in a universal chorus, caught up in the everlasting love of God. And when we sing together, my spirit soars. My faith is renewed.

Prayer
God of grace and glory, in our ordinary daily tasks, may we discover that we are indeed connected to the world around us. May we love what you love. By the power of your life-giving Spirit, inspire and encourage us so that—with all of creation—we may respond with grateful praise. Amen.

Angela K. Renecker '95 M.Div.
Pastor, Galilean Lutheran Church, Ocean Shores, WA

05/29/2026

Some mornings, all we can do is pray and trust God to carry us through. 🤍

If you’re believing for healing, peace, strength, or restoration today, this prayer is for you. No pain is too heavy for God, and no situation is beyond His grace.

May this new day bring comfort to your body, peace to your mind, and renewed strength to your spirit. ☀️

In Jesus’ name, Amen.

05/29/2026

God Pause for Friday, May 29, 2026
Matthew 28:16-20 (NRSV)
Read Matthew 28:16-20 on biblegateway.com

16Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. 17When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18And Jesus came and said to them, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age."

Devotion
It seems the readings for this week have brought us full circle from the beginning of God’s creating to Jesus’ commissioning of his disciples. Christ Jesus has been given “all authority in heaven and on earth”—supreme power over all of creation—and he in turn empowers us to be agents of his grace to all people. We are now delegated, diplomats who bear the seal of authority granted by a higher power. Indeed, the highest power! As we are called by our Creator to be stewards of creation, we are sent by our Lord to mentor others in the faith. To quote the Blues Brothers, “We are on a mission from God”! And though this mission is often challenging and not without peril, Christ Jesus promises to be with us always. Let us get up in faith and go out in love. Thanks be to God!

Prayer
Almighty, ever-living Lord, grant us your courage and wisdom today to be witnesses of your glory and agents of your grace. Amen.

Angela K. Renecker '95 M.Div.
Pastor, Galilean Lutheran Church, Ocean Shores, WA

05/28/2026

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05/28/2026

God Pause for Thursday, May 28, 2026
Matthew 28:16-20 (NRSV)
Read Matthew 28:16-20 on biblegateway.com

16Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. 17When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. 18And Jesus came and said to them, "All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. 19Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, 20and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age."

Devotion
Imagine the scene: on the mountaintop, the risen Jesus encounters his disciples. They worship him. Of course! But at the same time, they doubt. What? Is it possible to have the gift of faith, and still worry? Can we worship God but still have questions? I hear an answer in Matthew’s Gospel, and it is a resounding “Yes!” Faith is not blind; it can include doubt. And our doubts are not strong enough to separate us from divine love. We may not receive all the answers to our questions, but—in the words of Holocaust survivor Elie Wiesel—God answers us with God’s presence. We doubt, and Jesus comes to us, saying that all authority has been given to him. He has the power to lift us to our feet, to give us the faith we need to follow him.

Prayer
Risen Lord, I believe; help my unbelief! Continue to stir up faith, that we may trust you each and every hour. Amen.

Angela K. Renecker '95 M.Div.
Pastor, Galilean Lutheran Church, Ocean Shores, WA

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