Retired SAM Randy Nicholus who served Lyford has been approved by Bishop Sue Briner to preach and preside at First Lutheran June 23 and 30 while I am away. He is looking forward to being with us.
I thank the local deanery for giving me his name.
Both Bishop Eaton and Bishop Briner have suggested congregations not have remote or virtual Holy Communion services. I suggest First Lutheran abide by this advice and not have Holy Communion services
The poncho-like vestment worn at most worship services is to be worn by the presiding minister at Holy Communion. Since there was no sacrament, the vestment was not worn.
Church signs with message boards like the one at First Lutheran Church in Edinburg can create some interesting situations. Sometimes the sign does not communicate what is intended. Following 9/11 at