Jesus commands us to hold each other accountable by lovingly but firmly pointing out each other’s sin. But what happens when someone doesn’t change? Jesus tells us to treat them as “a gentile and tax collector.” This doesn’t mean we reject them; instead, we treat them as someone who again needs to hear the love of Christ that frees us from our sin!

• Grow in faith and community at 9:45 am. Adult Forum meets in the Manor to begin our series on Faith and Citizenship. Read more!
• Men mark your calendars for the Men’s Retreat in Overgaard Sept. 11-13. This year’s theme is “Living like a Lutheran (Christian)”. Learn more!
• Help with Shower Ministry THIS Friday (September 11). Talk to Herb about setting up or come Friday morning at 8am to show God’s love to our neighbors!  Read more!
• Take part in the special congregational meeting on Sunday Sept 20, at 9:45 to consider two issues:
  • Should the Congregation resurface the flat roofs for a cost not to exceed $20,000 by KYKO roofing?
  • Should the Congregation call Wendy Schulz to be the half-time (20hrs/week) Outreach Coordinator, modifying the 2026 budget to accommodate a $26,000 annual salary, with 40 hrs vacation time and 40 hrs paid-time-off annually?

Find out more about the congregational meeting!

Readings for next week (16th Sunday after Pentecost)

Genesis 50:15-21

Psalm 103:8-13

Romans 14:1-12

Matthew 18:21-35

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