Light of the World
It appears that we are moving at warp speed toward Christmas, too rapidly in my view. It all goes by like a flash. I like to linger and savor all the sights and sounds (and flavors) of this season. And I find it very unfortunate that we don’t spend more time focusing on the Advent and Christmas passages of Scripture, except in this one season, because there is so much Gospel in them. For example, Isaiah 9, the amazing prophecy of
Weekly Invite – First Sunday in Advent
This Sunday at a glance: -First Sunday in Advent and Communion Sunday, 1 December! Sunday's Sermon is Christmas: Much Ado About Nothing? Pastor John will be preaching. Verses we will be considering are Joshua 1:6-9; Philippians 2:5-8; John 14:15-20; Romans 8:9-11. -Reminder: Special General Meeting this Sunday, 1 December, 17:15 hrs to vote on financial proposals. -Advent Soup Supper and Wreath Making This Sunday, 1 December - Advent Soup Supper and Wreath Making—Family and friends are welcome! You don't have to attend Starnberg Fellowship to be a
Making This the Best Advent and Christmas Season!
I was out shopping, something I hate to do, and people seemed more grim than ever. Anyone else feel that way? Instead of holiday cheer, it felt like despair and grumpiness was the new normal way to interact with each other. Unfortunately, it’s not just non-Christians, but many Christians are exhibiting unchristlike characteristics—bitterness, envy, jealousy, resentment, and mean-spiritedness. And for those facing very tough times—illness, heartbreak, financial loss—it’s difficult to feel the love and charity of Christmas. So here's an inspiring story
Nothing Can Separate Us
This coming Sunday, we’ll be looking at two famous passages of Scripture: Psalm 139 and Romans 8. Both say essentially the same thing in different ways, and since Paul was so familiar with the Psalter, I can’t help but think that he had this particular Psalm in mind when he penned the last part of his chapter. David declares that that there is no place in the universe where God is absent so he is safe and secure because he is
Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow
Dear Friends, This Sunday, we’ll be joining together to celebrate Harvest Festival and Thanksgiving. Both events, British and American, have one aim—to thank God for his provision and grace. The tradition of Harvest Festival in today's format began in 1843, when the Reverend Robert Hawker invited parishioners to a special thanksgiving service for the harvest at his Morwenstow, Cornwall, church. On September 13, 1843, he put up a notice in the church for his new service: "Let us gather together in the
Washed Clean
Alastair Hayward, Guest Author A few years ago, on the London Underground there was a sign that asked, ‘If History could be folded, where would you put the crease?’ I think that what the sign was getting at is where is the pivotal or most important point in History for us. That betrays what is most important to us. Is it an Economic view? In which case, you might put the crease during the industrial revolution during the 18th Century. Or,
Weekly Invite – 13 October 2019
Welcome to Starnberg Fellowship! For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. - Romans 1:16 Join us this Sunday as Pastor Snyder preaches on "The Good Side of Bad News." Scripture passages we'll be focusing on are 2 Corinthians 12:7-10; 1 Peter 1:3-9. Children’s Choir Rehearsal immediately following worship. The children will be practicing "His Banner Over Me Is Love" (https://youtu.be/QD_ECH7Czjc). They are scheduled
A Super Christmas — Pageant
Calling a special Superheroes Meeting for Sunday, 15 December! We hope all your kids are eager to take part in this year's pageant entitled A Super Christmas! It's about a group of well-known super heroes
Weekly Invite – 6 October 2019
For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. - Romans 1:16 Join us this Sunday, 6 October, as Pastor John Snyder preaches on "What Makes God Happy." We'll be taking an in-depth look at Psalm 100 and seeing how giving praise and thanksgiving to our trustworthy God transforms our lives. Children’s Choir Rehearsal – This Sunday, immediately following worship, the
Weekly Invite – 29 September 2019
Welcome to Starnberg Fellowship! For I am not ashamed of the gospel, for it is the power of God for salvation to everyone who believes, to the Jew first and also to the Greek. - Romans 1:16 Join us this Sunday as Pastor Snyder preaches on "The Simple Way to Be Smart." Scripture passages we'll be focusing on are. Job 38:1-7 and Proverbs 3:1-8. Prayer and Bible Study Group on Tuesdays. Meetings are at the Powells’ in Pasing. Please contact us for the address. Join us
