Events for October 6 - September 1

Be Not Afraid How would you live if you were not afraid? Fear is used by politicians to gain our votes, by the media to get our attention, by advertising firms to sell us what we don’t need, and by TV evangelists to get our donations. What fears are used against us? One is scarcity, […]

Real Strength in Community of Faith What makes something strong? Is steel strong because of its ability to withstand stress from many directions? Is wood strong because of its ability to absorb impact while remaining intact? Is the material of a spider’s web strong because of its tensile strength-to-weight ratio? Things are strong for many […]

Vibrant Seniors Join the Vibrant Seniors for a delightful luncheon and engaging conversation! This month, our luncheon will take place on Sunday, November 17, at 12:30 pm at Luciano’s on Rte. 228.  Visit their website. It's the perfect opportunity to catch up with friends, make new connections, and enjoy a delicious meal in a warm […]

Love Redefines Power and Dominion In fairy tales, kings live in a castle, usually located on a hill (a safe place), surrounded by a moat for the utmost protection for the king and family. Modern political leaders often have more technologically advanced means to provide a similar level of safety against would-be attackers. Because of […]

First Sunday of Advent Don’t Wait for the Kingdom—See It As Advent begins, we look forward to the celebration of Jesus’ first coming to the world in the light of a text that promises his final coming. We, like the gospel writer, Luke, live in the time between these two “advents” of Jesus. Today’s gospel […]

You’re Invited to a FREE Christmas Movie Night! Also seeking volunteers & donations! Get ready for a fun-filled evening of holiday cheer! Join us for our FREE Christmas Movie Night, featuring the animated classic The Grinch, on December 6 at 6:30 pm. It’s the perfect way to kick off the season with family, friends, and […]

2nd Sunday of Advent Your Kingdom Come on Earth Luke sets the preaching of John the Baptist clearly in the midst of the political and religious environment of his day. We are told the names of the emperor, governor, and other political rulers of the day. They are the ones who are supposed to care […]

Join Us for the Annual Christmas Pageant – December 15 Mark your calendars and join us on the 3rd Sunday of Advent during worship on Sunday, December 15, at 9:30 am for a heartwarming and joyous celebration of the season – our Annual Christmas Pageant! This beloved tradition is back by popular demand, and we’re […]

Join Us for the Annual Christmas Brunch and Party – December 15 Celebrate the joy of the season with us! After the worship service on Sunday, December 15, the Fellowship Team will host our Annual Christmas Brunch and Party in the Narthex. This much-anticipated event is the perfect way to continue the holiday festivities, sharing […]

Embracing the Solace of the Winter Solstice Perry Highway Lutheran Church (PHLC) warmly invites you to our Blue Christmas Service, a special gathering held on the Winter Solstice. Recognizing that the holiday season can be a challenging time for many, this service is designed to offer comfort, solace, and a sacred space for those experiencing […]

4th Sunday of Advent Being Recognized, Encountering Christ Often called the visitation, the encounter between Mary and Elizabeth is full of joy, recognition, gratitude, and blessing. Luke immediately follows the annunciation with Mary’s journey to visit Elizabeth, who gives this unmarried pregnant girl not only a safe haven but also the first glimpse of what […]

PHLC will hold its Christmas Eve service at 5:30 pm. Come early and enjoy special music that will begin at 5 pm. Join us! We make a place for everyone! Salvation to All “Good news” is a familiar phrase for Christians, but in the world outside the bible the Greek word we translate as “bringing […]