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Listen to last week’s sermon on Luke 19:1-10 HERE |
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The Psalms of Ascent
From May 22nd through the end of August, we, as a church, are going to be not just studying – but praying and being formed by the Psalms 120 through 134, otherwise known as the Psalms of Ascent. These were the songs sung and prayers prayed by God’s pilgrim people, God’s people on the way. Eugene Peterson wrote a wonderful book of reflections on these Psalms, called A Long Obedience In The Same Direction, which we will be drawing on as we endeavor to study, pray, sing, and live these Psalms. If you wanted to pick up a copy to read and enrich your reading of the Psalms – please do!
These 15 Psalms were likely sung by Hebrew pilgrims as they travelled from their many scattered cities and towns literally up in elevation – ascending to Jerusalem. Roughly 3 times a year (the Feast of Passover in the spring, the Feast of Pentecost in early summer, and the Feast of Tabernacles in autumn) God’s people found themselves as pilgrims, as people in between, as people on the way. This is, of course, a metaphor for our lives, too; as we find ourselves in between Christ’s redemption fully accomplished on the cross, and the consummation we hope and long for in his return. We are people who have been completely forgiven and made new in Christ, yet we struggle, and sin, and along with creation “groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for our adoption to sonship, the redemption of our bodies.” (Romans 8:23)
Our hope is that these Psalms might be resources for the journey; giving us a language, imagination, and strength for the long obedience of following Christ in our everyday lives, every day of our lives. Speaking of resources – check out this video of Bono & Eugene Peterson on the Psalms.
-Mark Mohrlang |
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| A Peek at Children’s Ministry
Here is a look at what the kid’s are learning this Sunday- May 8th:
Preschool: Hannah’s Prayer
1st-6th Grade: Components of the Worship Service: Prayer (Matthew 6:9-13) |
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Upcoming Events
Refugee Letters
Take a few minutes after worship this Sunday to write a letter of encouragement to a Syrian refugee. All of the materials and details will be provided. Have the kids draw a picture, write a short note, and bless a refugee. |
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New Member Class
Join us after our worship service (11:15am – 12pm) in Taproot’s upstairs lobby on June 5, 12, & 19 for 3 short sessions on what this mutual commitment of membership looks like at Sanctuary. |
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Cascade Fellows (2016-2017) – Apply Now!
Cascade Fellows is a rigorous program for Christian professionals in the greater Seattle area who long for a deeper connection between their faith and their daily work. From September to May, fellows meet in local church-based small groups to engage the intersection of their faith and their work through readings, scripture, lectures, prayer, mentoring, community and pastoral care.
Interested? Check out cascadefellows.com to apply or talk to Mark for more information.
Here’s a great video of Summer on the value of Cascade Fellows |
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Community Groups
Join a Community Group! Sign up HERE or on the back of the communication card Sunday morning!
Monday group (Greenlake), 615-745pm Email the leader
Wednesday group (N. Greenwood), 6-730pm Email the leader
Thursday group (Lake City Way), 630-745pm (soup on at 6) Email the leader
Every other Sunday: Women’s small group, 6pm in member homes
(contact Mary Vincent for more information) |
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Financial Update
| Cumulative May Offering |
$2,223 |
| Budgeted Monthly Offering |
$17,325 |
| As of May 1, 2016 |
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| Fiscal YTD Resources |
$213,554 |
| Fiscal YTD Expenses |
$198,860 |
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For more information:
- Check out worship Sunday mornings, 10am at Taproot Theatre and visit our Website.
- See what’s happening on our Facebook page.
- Come see us 7 days a week at the Green Bean Coffee House and join us for community hours, Saturdays 9-11am.
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| To share prayer requests with staff members and the prayer team, email pray@sanctuarycrc.org |
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