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Facets of Faith
Join Pastor Katie, Keith, and David as they explore the gospel reading for the coming Sunday and how facets of our faith can be strengthened in the message of Scripture.
Pastor Katie, Keith, and David are all members of St. John Lutheran Church in Mars, a congregation in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America.
Episodes
49 episodes
Sunday Sermon August 9, 2026
Jesus met the disciples in the middle of a storm. What does this story have to say for us in our own faith lives. Scripture: Matthew 14:22-33
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Bible 101 - Where to even begin?
All of worship is based in scripture... but what is scripture? What is the Bible and why does it matter? How do you even begin to study such a monumental text? Join Pastor Katie, Keith, and David as they begin this new 101 series, Bible 101.&nb...
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Sunday Sermon - August 2, 2026
The Bible offers welcome to those who struggle with the divine, and in these stories, we hear God's welcome to those who struggle with faith, with God's call, and our place in all of it. In the story of Jacob wrestling with God, we hear this in...
Worship 101 Liturgy of the Eucharist
The second half of most Sunday morning services at St. John in Mars is called the "liturgy of the Eucharist," the work of the people surrounding the celebration and reception of the gift of Holy Communion. This part of the service is a mix of a...
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Worship 101 Stained Glass Windows - Surrounded by Story
This episode originally was not playing for people, so this is a rebroadcast. Stained glass windows surround the congregation in worship. In this episode, we explore the stories behind these windows and how they connect with t...
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Sunday Sermon - July 26, 2026
Jesus used a lot of parables to describe the kingdom or reign of heaven, bringing this mystery of God's presence and power into the hands of the people. What would you use to describe the glimpses of God's reign you see in today's world? <...
Worship 101 Liturgy of the Word
The first part of a worship service at St John Lutheran Church is called the "Liturgy of the Word." This section of the worship grounds us in scripture and calls for our response in song, prayer, and declaration of belief.
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Worship 101 What is Worship
We gather for worship every week. It the central activity of a church. But what IS worship really? How is worship structured and planned? Join Pastor Katie and Keith as they explore the big picture of what is worship before we explore the speci...
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Worship 101 Lutheran Worship in America
There isn’t a set pattern for “Lutheran worship.” Instead, it’s easier to talk about worship that happens in the United States. As we started talking about worship we went down this rabbit hole and you are invited to this bonus episode that off...
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Worship 101 The "Stuff" in Worship
Pastor Katie explores some of the items used throughout the worship service, explaining some of the origins of the items as well as how they help in St. John's current worship practices. This and all other 101 episodes may be found ...
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Sunday Sermon - June 28, 2026
Abraham's story is full of challenge and complication. His faith story, like ours, is full of a combination of trust and anxiety, confidence and fear, selflessness and selfishness.
Worship 101 The Colors of the Year - The Church Calendar
Pastor Katie explains the patterns of the church calendar as well as the colored fabrics that help guide our focus in worship for each season.
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Sunday Sermon - June 21, 2026
God's love is for all people.... yes those people. Sometimes the people of God fall short on being God's love in the world, but God never does. Hear how the story of Sarah and Hagar help us remember how expansive God's love really is. ...
Worship 101 Who is St. John Lutheran Church?
St. John Lutheran Church has been a congregation in Mars, PA since 1897. As you can imagine, there have been a lot of changes over the years, but there have also been some things that have remained constant in the identity of the congregation. ...
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Sunday Sermon - June 7, 2026
Who does God call? God calls you! But you are not called to be perfect, you are called to trust, to follow, and to walk the road with Jesus. Today's Scripture readings:(Not included in recording - Genesis 12:1-9)
Worship 101- Who are the Lutherans?
Pastor Katie talks a little about the beginnings of the Lutheran church back in 1517 as well as the Lutheran church in today’s world.
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Sunday Sermon - May 31, 2026
This Sunday, we hear "The Great Commission" from Jesus in Matthew 28:16-20. But what does it mean to go out and disciple all nations?
Holy Trinity - Our Shared Mission
Join Pastor Katie, Keith, and David as they explore the gospel reading for Holy Trinity Sunday, Matthew 28:16-20. This text is commonly called “The Great Commission,” but what does it have to offer us in today’s world?
Sunday Sermon - May 24, 2026
Happy Pentecost! Today's reading (including in the episode) is Acts 2:1-24.
Pentecost - The Holy Spirit Comes
Ready or not, the Holy Spirit is here! Join Pastor Katie, David, and Keith as the explore the story of the Holy Spirit showing up in the community of believers at Pentecost and how this story impacts our faith lives today.Reading: Acts 2...
