Sunday, January 25, 2026 – The Third Sunday After Epiphany

Theme for the Day: A New Leader Is Only the Beginning
Epiphany Season Theme: Celebrating Only the Beginning in the Light and Grace of Jesus Christ
Readings: Matthew 4:12–23

As we continue through the Epiphany season, we reflect on how Christ is revealed as the One who leads in a new and life-giving way. In Matthew 4:12–23, Jesus calls ordinary people to do an extraordinary thing: to leave what is familiar, drop their nets, and follow him.

This calling is not about having all the answers or knowing the full path ahead. It is about trusting the One who leads. When Jesus calls the disciples, he does not simply give them instructions. He invites them into a new relationship, a new purpose, and a new beginning shaped by grace.

As we worship this Sunday, we are reminded that Christ continues to call us as well. Wherever we are in our faith journey, Jesus leads us forward, opening new paths and revealing that following him is only the beginning of what God is doing in our lives.

Worship Highlights:

• Scripture: Matthew 4:12–23

• Message: “A New Leader Is Only the Beginning”

Worship with us!

In Person: Worship at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Lakeville, Minnesota

Online: Join Lord of Life LIVE at https://www.youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Let us worship together and follow the One who leads us into new beginnings, trusting that in Christ, every step forward is only the beginning in the light and grace of God.

Faith Quest, our Sunday School program, will meet during our 9:30am service this week!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, January 18, 2026 – The Second Sunday After Epiphany

Theme for the Day: A New Finding Is Only the Beginning
Epiphany Season Theme: Celebrating Only the Beginning in the Light and Grace of Jesus Christ
Readings: John 1:29–42

In this Second Sunday of Epiphany, we continue to explore how God reveals Christ to the world and to our lives, again and again. In John 1:29–42, Jesus finds the disciples before they ever fully understand who he is. He calls them by name and invites them with simple, powerful words: “Come and see.”

This story reminds us that faith often begins not with having everything figured out, but with being found by Christ and stepping forward in trust. Each discovery leads to another, each encounter opens the door to more light, more grace, and more calling. In Epiphany, every new finding is only the beginning of what God is making known.

As we worship, we are invited to listen for Christ’s call in our own lives and to trust that what God reveals today leads to even more tomorrow.

Worship Highlights:

• Scripture: John 1:29–42

• Message: “A New Finding Is Only the Beginning”

In Person: Worship at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Lakeville, Minnesota

Please Note: There will be no livestream of worship and no Faith Quest this Sunday due to the holiday weekend.

Let us worship together and trust that when Christ calls us to come and see, it is always the beginning of something more in the light and grace of Jesus Christ.

Sunday, January 11, 2026 - The Baptism of Our Lord

Theme for the Day: Only the Beginning in the Light and Grace of Jesus Christ
Season Theme: Celebrating Only the Beginning in the Light and Grace of Jesus Christ

Readings: Isaiah 42:1-9; Acts 10:34-43; Matthew 3:13-17

As the Christmas season gives way to Epiphany, we gather to celebrate the Baptism of Our Lord and the powerful truth that God’s work in Christ is only the beginning. In the waters of the Jordan, Jesus is revealed as God’s beloved Son, and the light of God’s grace shines openly for all to see.

At Jesus’ baptism, the heavens are opened, the Spirit descends, and God’s voice speaks love, purpose, and calling. This moment marks the beginning of Jesus’ public ministry, and it reminds us that baptism is not an ending or a requirement completed, but the beginning of a life shaped by grace, forgiveness, and hope.

As we begin the Epiphany season, we trust that God is still revealing Christ to the world and to our lives. The light that shone at Jesus’ baptism continues to shine for us, guiding us, renewing us, and calling us forward into lives of faith and service.

Worship Highlights:
Scripture: Isaiah 42:1-9; Acts 10:34-43; Matthew 3:13-17
Message: “Baptism Is Only the Beginning”

In Person: Worship at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Lakeville, Minnesota
Online: Join Lord of Life LIVE at https://www.youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Let us worship together and celebrate that in Jesus Christ, every revelation, every calling, and every step of faith is only the beginning in the light and grace of God.

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, January 4, 2026 – The Second Sunday After Christmas

Theme for the Day: Comfort And Joy, Alive And Among Us
Season Theme: Tidings of Comfort and Joy, In the Grace of Jesus Christ

Readings: John 1:1-18

Christmas Day may have passed, trees may be coming down, and decorations may already be packed away, but the promise of Christmas is far from over. Even as our homes return to their usual rhythm, the Gospel of John reminds us of a gift that cannot be boxed up, broken, misplaced, or stored until next season.

“The Word became flesh and lived among us.”

This is the lasting truth of Christmas. Tidings of comfort and joy have not faded. They are alive, present, and dwelling with us now. Emmanuel, God with us, continues to shine light in our darkness, continues to speak grace into our days, continues to give hope that does not waver.

As we step into a new year, we are blessed to celebrate the One who is Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. His gifts do not expire or wear out. His presence does not retreat. Christ remains with us, full of grace upon grace.

Worship Highlights:
Scripture: John 1:1-18
Message: “Comfort And Joy, Alive And Among Us”

In Person: Worship at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Lakeville, Minnesota
Online: Join Lord of Life LIVE at https://www.youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Let us begin the new year grounded in the comfort and joy of Christ who lives among us, now and always.

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, December 28, 2025 – The First Sunday After Christmas

Theme for the Day: Still Searching For Comfort And Joy
Christmas Season Theme: Tidings of Comfort and Joy, In the Grace of Jesus Christ

Readings: Matthew 2:13-23

As the twelve days of Christmas continue, we gather on this First Sunday After Christmas still wrapped in the promise of Emmanuel, God with us. This week brings the familiar question: How was your Christmas? We think about hosting, traveling, meals, family gatherings, and gifts. We wonder if we received what we were hoping for or if we are still searching for something more.

Matthew’s gospel reminds us that God’s presence does not end on Christmas Day. Even as the holy family journeys onward, God’s protection and purpose continue to unfold. In the same way, as a new year approaches, God draws near with comfort for our weariness and joy for our longing.

If you find yourself still searching for more Christmas this year, trust that you will find it in Jesus Christ. In every transition, in every hope, in every beginning, Emmanuel meets you with all the comfort and joy your heart is seeking.

Worship Highlights:
Scripture: Matthew 2:13-23
Message: “Still Searching For Comfort And Joy”

In Person: Worship with us at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Lakeville, MN.
Online: Participate in the Advent spirit through our livestream on Lord of Life LIVE.

Let us worship together as the season continues, trusting the comfort and joy God reveals in Emmanuel, now and in the year to come.

No Faith Quest this Sunday following Christmas Eve, between the holidays! We will resume Faith Quest on January 4, 2026! See you in the New Year!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Wednesday, December 24, 2025 – Christmas Eve

Theme for the Day: Christ Is Comfort And Joy
Christmas Season Theme: Tidings of Comfort and Joy, In the Grace of Jesus Christ

Readings: Luke 2:1-20

On this holy night, we gather at the manger once more, drawn by the same hopes and longing that filled the hearts of shepherds long ago. Christmas Eve invites us to pause and ask: Why are we here tonight? What are we looking for? What are we hoping for this Christmas?

We often hear that this night is especially for children. Indeed it is, for it is a night for the children of God, for the child of God living in each one of us. God delights in watching his children filled with anticipation and wonder, even when our own hearts are weary or uncertain.

Just as the shepherds were keeping watch in the midst of demands and unknowns, we arrive with our own burdens and questions. Yet the angels still sing, the good news still breaks forth, and the Christ Child still comes with grace that exceeds every expectation. Tonight we go with haste, trusting that God gives more than we imagined, filling us with the finest tidings of comfort and joy.

Worship Highlights:
Scripture: Luke 2:1-20
Message: “Christ Is Comfort And Joy”

In Person: Worship with us at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Lakeville, MN.
Online: Participate in the Advent spirit through our livestream on Lord of Life LIVE.

Let us gather at the manger with hearts open and expectant, ready to receive the gift of Christ who is our comfort, our joy, and our everlasting hope.

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, December 21, 2025 – The Fourth Sunday in Advent – The Star and Angel Candle

Advent Theme: Tidings of Comfort and Joy, In the Grace of Jesus Christ
Theme for the Day: Giving Comfort and Joy

Readings: Matthew 1:18-25

On this Fourth Sunday in Advent, we light the Star and Angel Candle, recalling the messengers and signs God sent long ago to Mary, Joseph, the shepherds, and the wise men. Their message was clear: comfort and joy were coming into the world, and God’s promise was being fulfilled.

As Christmas approaches quickly, many of us feel the familiar gap between what we hoped to prepare and what is actually ready. Yet the heart of Advent reminds us that God closes every gap with grace. Where our preparations fall short, God meets us with comfort. Where our expectations falter, God surprises us with joy.

Matthew’s gospel proclaims the birth of Jesus as Emmanuel, God with us. Trust that the same God who guided angels and stars continues to guide you now. God has more than enough time, more than enough grace, to point you toward the comfort and joy found in Christ.

Worship Highlights:
Lighting of the Star and Angel Candle
Message: “Giving Comfort and Joy”

In Person: Worship with us at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Lakeville, MN
Online: Join our livestream through Lord of Life LIVE at lordoflifemn.org/live

In Person: Worship with us at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Lakeville, MN.
Online: Participate in the Advent spirit through our livestream on Lord of Life LIVE.

Let us gather with expectant hearts, trusting that God meets us in every gap with the true comfort and lasting joy of Jesus Christ.

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, December 14, 2025 – The Third Sunday in Advent – The Shepherd’s Candle

Advent Theme: Tidings of Comfort and Joy, In the Grace of Jesus Christ
Theme for the Day: Announce New Tidings

Readings: Matthew 11:2-11
Special Worship Feature: Children’s Christmas Program

On this Third Sunday in Advent, we light the Shepherd’s Candle, symbolizing joy and the Good News first shared with those keeping watch in the fields. The shepherds listened, believed, and hurried to see the promise fulfilled. Advent invites us to do the same.

Every day brings news from countless sources. We all choose what voices to trust and what messages we follow. Yet for our faith, for our hope, for our preparation this Advent, there is one voice above all others: the voice announcing the coming of the Lord. As Jesus reassures John’s disciples in today’s gospel, new tidings of comfort and joy are already breaking forth, reliable and true, for all who listen.

Today we also celebrate our Children’s Christmas Program, giving thanks for the joy, faith, and voices of our young people as they help announce these tidings in a special way.

Worship Highlights:
Children’s Christmas Program
Lighting of the Shepherd’s Candle
Message: “Announce New Tidings”

In Person: Worship with us at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Lakeville, MN.
Online: Participate in the Advent spirit through our livestream on Lord of Life LIVE.

Let us gather in joy as we hear, trust, and announce the tidings of comfort and joy God makes known each and every day.

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, December 7, 2025 – The Second Sunday in Advent – The Bethlehem Candle

Advent Theme: Tidings of Comfort and Joy, In the Grace of Jesus Christ
Theme for the Day: Ready For New Tidings

Readings: Matthew 3:1-12

On this Second Sunday in Advent, we light the Bethlehem Candle, recalling how God made all things ready in Bethlehem for the birth of Jesus. Advent is a season of preparation, of getting ready, of putting our hearts and lives in order. Each of us prepares in different ways, but John the Baptist calls to us with clarity: “Prepare the way of the Lord. Get ready.”

As we move deeper into our Advent journey, we trust that God is making us ready for tidings of comfort and joy. Just as God prepared a stable, a manger, and a moment that changed the world, God prepares our hearts to receive the Good News again.

Worship Highlights:
Presenting of the Greens
Lighting of the Bethlehem Candle
Message: "Ready For New Tidings"

In Person: Worship with us at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Lakeville, MN.
Online: Participate in the Advent spirit through our livestream on Lord of Life LIVE.

Let us continue our Advent journey together, preparing our hearts to welcome Christ with comfort, joy, and hope.

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, December 1, 2024 – The First Sunday in Advent – The Prophecy Candle

Advent Theme Begins: “Tidings of Comfort & Joy, In the Grace of Jesus Christ!”
Theme for the Day: “Tidings Are Coming!”

Readings: Matthew 24:3 and appointed Advent scriptures

Advent begins as we light the Prophecy Candle, reminding us that God’s promises are sure. In Matthew 24:3, the disciples ask Jesus about what is to come, and we are invited into the same hope-filled expectation: Watch. Wait. Tidings are coming.

God keeps every promise, fulfilled in Christ’s birth, revealed in His life, death, and resurrection, and assured in His promise to come again.

As we enter this season of hope, we turn our hearts toward the One who brings true comfort and joy. Advent calls us to trust anew that God’s Word is steadfast and that Christ, our promised Savior, is near.

Join us as we begin our Advent journey with the theme, “Tidings of Comfort & Joy, In the Grace of Jesus Christ,” preparing to celebrate the birth of Christ while living in joyful expectation of His return.

In Person: Worship with us at Lord of Life Lutheran Church in Lakeville, MN.
Online: Participate in the Advent spirit through our livestream on Lord of Life LIVE.

Let us prepare our hearts together, filled with hope and anticipation, as we await the coming of the Lord!

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Theme: “A King To Remember!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

How is your memory these days? What comes easily, and what slips away too soon? On this Christ the King Sunday, we give thanks for the One who never forgets us. In Luke 23:33–43, we hear the remarkable words of Jesus from the cross: “Today you will be with me in paradise.”

Christ is not only the King of glory but the King who remembers us, forgives us, serves us, and saves us. We worship this day with gratitude and awe for the eternal promise of a King whose grace never fades and whose love never forgets.

Worship Highlights:
Scripture: Luke 23:33–43
Message: “A King To Remember!”
Theme Series: With Praise & Thanksgiving For God’s Grace In Jesus Christ

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or online at youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Let us worship together and breathe deeply of the grace of Christ our King—who remembers us always, and whose kingdom has no end.

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Theme: “Blessed In God’s Time!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

Do you ever wish you could add more hours to your day? Do you long to control the future, or feel anxious about what lies ahead? In this week’s Gospel (Luke 21:5–19), Jesus speaks about the future and the end times, but his words are not meant to unsettle us. Instead, they point us to trust in the God who holds all time—past, present, and future—in faithful hands.

This Sunday we gather to remember that while we may not know what tomorrow brings, we can give thanks and praise today. In God’s time, we are graced, blessed, and held secure.

Today we also receive new members of our ministry! New members will be joined with Council Members, and Ministry Leaders as they come forward.

Worship Highlights:
Scripture: Luke 21:5–19
Message: “Blessed In God’s Time!”
Theme Series: With Praise & Thanksgiving For God’s Grace In Jesus Christ

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or online at youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Let us worship together and breathe deeply of the grace that anchors us—not in our control of time, but in God’s eternal promise.

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Theme: “Blessed To Answer The ‘What If’ In Grace!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

We all have questions and dreams. From life’s best moments to life’s hardest challenges, our hearts and minds often wonder: “What if?” In Luke 20, the Sadducees press Jesus with their own “what if” questions—not to learn, but to trap. Yet Jesus reminds us that faith is not about cornering God with questions but trusting the One who is already the Answer.

Though the world weighs heavy, we give thanks for the grace that steadies us. With every “what if” we ask, Jesus remains the certain promise, the faithful truth, the lasting hope.

Worship Highlights

• Scripture: Luke 20:27–40

• Message: “Blessed To Answer The ‘What If’ In Grace!”

• Core Value Highlighted: Generosity

• November Worship & Preaching Theme: With Praise & Thanksgiving For God’s Grace In Jesus Christ!

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or on YouTube at youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Let us worship together and breathe deeply of the grace that answers every “what if” with God’s faithful love.

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Theme: “Blessed To Be A Blessing!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

How are you at separating things—the good from the bad, the important from the less significant, the behavior from the person, the ‘you’ from the ‘disciple,’ the ‘you’ from the ‘sinner,’ the ‘you’ from the ‘saint’?

On All Saints’ Sunday, we celebrate the promise that it is God—not us—who sets us apart. In Christ, God separates the sinner from the saint, calling us holy, redeemed, and beloved. In this grace, we are not only blessed but blessed to be a blessing for others.

Worship Highlights:

• Scripture: Luke 6:20–31

• Message: “Blessed To Be A Blessing!”

• Core Value Highlighted: Service

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or on YouTube at youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Let us worship together and breathe deeply of the grace that sets us apart, calls us saints, and sends us to bless the world.

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Theme: “Persistent Persistence!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

This MEA Weekend, we reflect on the power of persistence in faith and prayer.

Jesus tells the parable of the widow and the unjust judge in Luke 18:1–8 to remind us that persistence matters. We may wonder if our hard work, determination, or even our prayers make a difference. Yet God’s faithfulness assures us that our persistence is not in vain.

God blesses us with grace upon grace, equipping us to keep coming back, to keep asking, to keep trusting. With “persistent persistence,” we are called to pray and live faithfully, trusting the One who persistently showers us with blessing and hope.

Worship Highlights:

• Scripture: Luke 18:1–8

• Message: “Persistent Persistence!”

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or on YouTube at youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Let us worship together and breathe deeply of the grace of the One who never gives up on us.

MEA Weekend Note: Whether you’re worshiping with us in person, online, or traveling this weekend, may you be blessed with God’s persistent grace wherever you are.

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Theme: “Do We Really Notice?”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

The core value highlighted this week is Prayer.

What do you notice most easily? What do you often overlook? Even when we fail to notice all the ways God graces us, God always notices us. As the lepers cry out for mercy in Luke 17:11–19, we are reminded that the Lord does not walk on by—the Lord forever takes notice.

We are blessed to be a blessing. Do we really notice?

Worship Highlights:

• Scripture: Luke 17:11–19

• Message: “Do We Really Notice?”

• Core Value Focus: Prayer

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or on YouTube at youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Let us worship together and breathe deeply of the grace of the One who notices, treasures, and blesses us—always.

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Theme: “Do Not Be Surprised!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

On this All Saints’ season Sunday, we begin our Giving Emphasis, Blessed To Be A Blessing, In The Grace Of Jesus Christ! Each week through November 16, we will highlight one of our core values.

This Sunday, the focus is Hospitality.

In Luke 17:5-10, the apostles ask Jesus to “increase our faith.” Jesus responds by reminding them that even faith as small as a mustard seed is more than enough. Faith is not about surprise outcomes or dramatic measures—it is about trusting the steady, simple gift already given.

We gather to give thanks that by grace we are already blessed to be a blessing, and that the faith God plants in us is pure, powerful, and permanent.

Worship Highlights
Scripture: Luke 17:5-10
Message: “Do Not Be Surprised!”
Core Value Focus: Hospitality

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or online at youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Let us worship together and breathe deeply of the grace that welcomes us in, and sends us out as blessings in Christ’s name.

Faith Quest Sunday meets today! All children 4 years old and older are welcome to join!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Theme: “Confirmed Each & Every Day … In A New Beginning!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

Opportunities come our way every day—some we act on, and some we pass by. In our spiritual walk, we are invited to pause and reflect: how is God affirming and confirming us daily to step forward in faith? Luke 16:19-31 reminds us of the urgency of listening, responding, and living faithfully in the grace that is already given to us.

Trust anew that God is calling you, affirming you, and confirming you each and every day—to boldly believe, to receive, and to celebrate every new beginning in grace.

Worship Highlights:
Scripture: Luke 16:19-31
Message: “Confirmed Each & Every Day … In A New Beginning!”
September Worship Theme: “Time To Follow Through … On A New Beginning!”

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Let us worship together and breathe deeply of the grace that affirms and confirms us, today and every day, in Christ.

Faith Quest

Faith Quest, our Sunday School program, will meet during our 9:30am service this week! For more information and registration, explore our Youth Ministries.

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Affirmation of Baptism

We invite you to join us on September 28, 2025, as we celebrate a special and meaningful occasion in the life of our church community - Confirmation Sunday and the Affirmation of Baptism.

Confirmation is a significant milestone in the faith journey of our young members. It is a time when they have the opportunity to affirm their baptismal vows and declare their commitment to living a life of faith. On this day, our confirmands will stand before the congregation to acknowledge the grace of God, the teachings of Jesus Christ, and their desire to live as faithful disciples.

The Affirmation of Baptism is not just a rite of passage but a sacred moment where our youth publicly declare their beliefs, values, and dedication to their Christian faith. It is a day of celebration, reflection, and commitment.

We encourage you to join us in worship and witness this special event. Your presence and support mean a great deal to our confirmands as they take this important step in their faith journey. Let us come together as a community to celebrate, encourage, and uplift these young members as they affirm their faith and commitment to Christ.

Please mark your calendars and plan to be part of this joyous occasion. We look forward to seeing you there as we celebrate Confirmation Sunday and the Affirmation of Baptism on September 28, 2025.

Banquet

Join us for a special evening of celebration and fellowship at our Confirmation Banquet on September 21, 2025. This event serves as both a rehearsal and a joyful gathering in anticipation of Confirmation Sunday, which will take place the following week.

As we prepare to celebrate the Confirmation of our young members, we invite all 10th grade confirmands and their families to come together for a delightful dinner. Dinner will be brought in, allowing everyone to enjoy a meal together in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

The Confirmation Banquet is not only an opportunity to share a meal but also a time for our confirmands to rehearse and become familiar with the order of service and the sanctuary. It's a chance for them to feel comfortable and confident as they prepare to affirm their faith on Confirmation Sunday, September 28th, 2025.

We encourage all 10th grade confirmands and their families to attend this special event. It's a wonderful way to connect with one another, celebrate the journey of faith, and build a sense of community within our church family.

Please mark your calendars and plan to join us for the Confirmation Banquet on September 21, 2025. We look forward to sharing this memorable evening with you as we prepare for Confirmation Sunday.

Theme: “Be Anew … You Who Think You Are So Clever!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

Sometimes we try to be good and devoted at what we do, and other times we try to be clever, cute, or creative. Yet nothing pays off like discipline, devotion, and faithfulness. The parable of the “shrewd” manager in Luke 16:1-13 reminds us that while cleverness and quick thinking have their place, they cannot substitute for faithfulness. God cannot be fooled—and God doesn’t need to be.

Celebrate a new beginning in The One who is clever and wise, faithful and true, to renew, to lead, and to save!

Worship Highlights:
Scripture: Luke 16:1-13
Message: “Be Anew … You Who Think You Are So Clever!”
September Worship Theme: “Time To Follow Through … On A New Beginning!”

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person. This service will not be livestreamed.

Let us worship together and breathe deeply of the grace that proves God’s wisdom is greater than our cleverness.

Faith Quest

Faith Quest, our Sunday School program, will meet during our 9:30am service this week! For more information and registration, explore our Youth Ministries.

Unfortunately, due to a scheduling conflict, this service will not be live streamed. Join us next week in-person and online for Confirmation Sunday!

Celebration Sunday | Faith Quest Resumes | Blessing of the Backpacks | God’s Work, Our Hands | Fellowship
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

When you lose something, how long does it take you before you know it is lost? How do you feel when you find it? When it comes to your spiritual walk, what are the things you lose?

As we read about the lost sheep and the lost coin, we celebrate a new beginning in the amazing grace of the One who finds us every time!

Worship Highlights:

• Scripture: Luke 15:1–10

• Message: “A New Beginning … For The Lost And Found!”

• Special Events: Celebration Sunday, Blessing of the Backpacks, Faith Quest Resumes, God’s Work, Our Hands, Fellowship

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or on YouTube at youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Let us worship together and rejoice in the grace of God, who always seeks us, finds us, and welcomes us home.

Faith Quest

Faith Quest, our Sunday School program, will meet during our 9:30am service this week! For more information and registration, explore our Youth Ministries.

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, September 7, 2025 – The Thirteenth Sunday After Pentecost (Labor Day Weekend)

Theme: “Time To Follow Through … On A New Beginning!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

Is your spiritual foundation sure and strong, or could it crumble at any time? What are you doing to follow through on your relationship with your Savior, as a disciple, to take up your cross and follow Christ?

Celebrate a new beginning, and build on the grace of this truth: God sent Jesus to take up the cross, to follow through, to create a new foundation that will last forever.

Worship Highlights:

• Scripture: Luke 14:25–33

• Message: “Time To Follow Through … On A New Beginning!”

• Introducing Our September Theme: “Time To Follow Through”

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or on YouTube at youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Let us worship together and follow through in faith, trusting the One who has already followed through on the cross for us.

Faith Quest Begins!

Faith Quest, our Sunday School program resumes this week! Faith Quest will meet during our 9:30am service. For more information and registration, explore our Youth Ministries.

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, August 31, 2025 – The Twelfth Sunday After Pentecost

Theme: “Take A Breath … Presume Only This!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

Anticipate. We are taught early in life: “try to anticipate.” A puzzle, a story line, a game—we are encouraged to anticipate what happens next. But anticipating is far different from assuming or presuming.

In Luke 14:1, 7–14, Jesus speaks directly to our tendency to presume: presume our place, presume how God does things, presume that we are entitled. Instead, we are invited to take a deep, fresh breath and presume only this—that our place is assured thanks to the saving, ever-present power and grace of Jesus Christ.

Worship Highlights:

• Scripture: Luke 14:1, 7–14

• Message: “Take A Breath … Presume Only This!”

• Part of Our Pentecost Series: “Take A Breath, Take A Deep, Fresh Breath”

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or on YouTube at youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Rainbow Time During Worship

Children are invited to participate in Rainbow Time during the worship service — our special time for Bible heroes, storytelling, and coloring. Kids will be dismissed following the children’s sermon and will return after the message to rejoin their families for prayers and communion.

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, August 24, 2025 – The Eleventh Sunday After Pentecost

Theme: “Take A Breath … Good Question, Better Question!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

Why do we do what we do? Good question. Why does God do what God does? Better question. Why do we question what God does? Good question. Why do we not let God be God? Better question.

In Luke 13:10–17, Jesus heals on the Sabbath—raising good questions and better questions. Why not take a deep, fresh breath and trust anew The One who, in grace, heals all and answers every question?

Worship Highlights:

• Scripture: Luke 13:10–17

• Message: “Take A Breath … Good Question, Better Question!”

• Part of Our Pentecost Series: “Take A Breath, Take A Deep, Fresh Breath”

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or on YouTube at youtube.com/@lordoflifemn

Come ready to ask, listen, and breathe deep in God’s grace that meets every question with love.

Rainbow Time During Worship

Children are invited to participate in Rainbow Time during the worship service — our special time for Bible heroes, storytelling, and coloring. Kids will be dismissed following the children’s sermon and will return after the message to rejoin their families for prayers and communion.

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, August 10, 2025 – The Ninth Sunday After Pentecost

Theme: “Take A Breath, Easier Said When Done!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

Some things sound simple—until you try to do them. In Luke 12:49-56, Jesus speaks of division, urgency, and the cost of discipleship. It’s a reminder that following Christ often feels like one of those “easier said than done” tasks. Yet with God’s grace, the hard work of faith becomes possible—and even transformative.

Take a breath. Lean into the challenge. Trust anew in the One who has already done what we could never do alone.

Worship Highlights:

• Scripture: Luke 12:49-56

• Message: “Take A Breath, Easier Said When Done!”

• Series: Part of our Pentecost theme: “Take A Breath, Take A Deep, Fresh Breath”

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or on YouTube at lordoflifemn.org/live

Gather with us this Sunday as we breathe deep, speak boldly, and follow faithfully—even when it’s easier said than done.

Rainbow Time During Worship

Children are invited to participate in Rainbow Time during the worship service — our special time for Bible heroes, storytelling, and coloring. Kids will be dismissed following the children’s sermon and will return after the message to rejoin their families for prayers and communion.

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, August 10, 2025 – The Ninth Sunday After Pentecost

Theme: “Take A Breath, Ready For One Thing!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

We’re often told to “be ready for anything.” But what if God is preparing us for one thing? In Luke 12:32-40, Jesus reminds us to be watchful and expectant—for grace, for the promise, for the moment when faith becomes sight. The call may come at an unexpected hour, but God’s grace is always right on time.

Take a breath. Trust anew. And be ready—not for everything, but for the One thing that changes everything.

Worship Highlights:

• Scripture: Luke 12:32-40

• Message: “Take A Breath, Ready For One Thing!”

• Series: Part of our Pentecost theme: “Take A Breath, Take A Deep, Fresh Breath”

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or on YouTube at lordoflifemn.org/live

Join us this Sunday as we prepare our hearts, not with fear, but with faith—ready for the grace that always arrives right on time.

Rainbow Time During Worship

Children are invited to participate in Rainbow Time during the worship service — our special time for Bible heroes, storytelling, and coloring. Kids will be dismissed following the children’s sermon and will return after the message to rejoin their families for prayers and communion.

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, August 3, 2025 – The Eighth Sunday After Pentecost

Theme: “Take A Breath … Time To Store Up!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

We all keep things in storage — supplies, keepsakes, plans for the future. Being prepared is wise, but Jesus invites us to consider what we are storing up, and why. In Luke 12:13-21, Jesus reminds us that while wealth and possessions can create tension, it is the desires of our hearts that ultimately shape our lives.

Take a deep, fresh breath this week and renew your trust in the One who stores up grace — not for gain, but for your good. God’s grace is always in abundance, always ready, and always enough.

Worship Highlights:

• Scripture: Luke 12:13-21

• Message: “Take A Breath … Time To Store Up!”

• Series: Part of our Pentecost theme: “Take A Breath, Take A Deep, Fresh Breath”

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or on YouTube at lordoflifemn.org/live

Come worship with us, and be filled once more with what matters most — the grace that never runs out.

Rainbow Time During Worship

Children are invited to participate in Rainbow Time during the worship service — our special time for Bible heroes, storytelling, and coloring. Kids will be dismissed following the children’s sermon and will return after the message to rejoin their families for prayers and communion.

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, July 27, 2025 – The Seventh Sunday After Pentecost

Theme: “Take A Breath … Let’s Talk!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

This week, we reflect on the gift and power of prayer — how even a small conversation can deepen our connection with God. In Luke 11:1-13, the disciples ask Jesus to teach them how to pray, and Jesus responds with both guidance and encouragement: God hears us, and God is faithful to respond.

As we P.R.A.Y. — Praise, Repent, Ask, and Yield — may we take a deep, fresh breath and find renewed trust in the One who listens, speaks, and walks with us.

Worship Highlights:

• Scripture: Luke 11:1-13

• Message: “Take A Breath … Let’s Talk!”

• Series: Part of our Pentecost theme: “Take A Breath, Take A Deep, Fresh Breath”

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or on YouTube at lordoflifemn.org/live

Come, let’s worship together — and talk with the One who knows our hearts and delights in hearing from us.

Rainbow Time During Worship

Children are invited to participate in Rainbow Time during the worship service — our special time for Bible heroes, storytelling, and coloring. Kids will be dismissed following the children’s sermon and will return after the message to rejoin their families for prayers and communion.

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.

Sunday, July 20, 2025 – The Sixth Sunday After Pentecost

Theme: “Take A Breath ... Priority #1!”
Worship at 9:30 a.m. | In Person & Online

This Sunday, we celebrate the conclusion of a wonderful week of Vacation Bible School! The children will help lead worship and share songs from the week, reminding us of the joy and wonder of faith.

In Luke 10:38-42, Jesus gently redirects Martha’s busyness and anxiety, reminding her — and us — that only one thing is truly needed. In a world full of distractions and priorities constantly shifting, Jesus invites us to take a deep, fresh breath and choose the better part: His presence.

You are always Jesus’ number one priority. May that truth center and ground you this week.

Worship Highlights:
Scripture: Luke 10:38-42
Message: “Take A Breath ... Priority #1!”
Part of Our Pentecost Series: “Take A Breath, Take A Deep, Fresh Breath”

Location: Lord of Life Lutheran Church, Lakeville, MN
Join Us: In person or on YouTube at lordoflifemn.org/live

Let us worship together and rest in the One who gives us space to breathe — and reminds us what matters most.

Rainbow Time During Worship

Children are invited to participate in Rainbow Time during the worship service — our special time for Bible heroes, storytelling, and coloring. Kids will be dismissed following the children’s sermon and will return after the message to rejoin their families for prayers and communion.

Special Thanks This Week!

A heartfelt thank you to all of our amazing children, youth volunteers, and adult leaders who helped make this year’s Vacation Bible School a wonderful success! Your energy, faith, and joy brought the church to life. Thank you for helping our youngest members grow in God’s love!

If you are not able to join us in-person, please join us live on YouTube, or visit our channel to look back at previous services.