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This Week @ Faith
ALL SERVICES ARE OUTSIDE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE!
(The Board is working on indoor worship guidelines for reopening safely.)
Although many travelers to the Holy Land focus their visits on biblical sites located in Israel, there are many noteworthy sacred locations in today’s nation of Jordan, on the east side of the Jordan River. Two of these sites are the site called Tell Mar Elias, by tradition the place where the prophet Elijah was born, and Elijah’s Hill, near the Jordan River location of Jesus’ Baptism, where it is said that Elijah ascended to heaven in the whirlwind. Both sites were the location of notable Christian churches centuries ago. Elijah has long been remembered and honored by Christian people as a precursor to Jesus and an important historical figure of faith. Yet Elijah was a human being—just like us. His presence on the Mount of Transfiguration with Jesus and Moses reminds us of what is to come for us humans by God’s grace for the sake of our glorious and glorified Lord Jesus Christ.
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For those who watch Faith Lutheran's worship service from home, we invite you to come for a drive-thru communion at Faith’s parking lot from 10:15-11:00 AM on the first and third Sunday of each month. Cars may line up for communion at the end of the walkway between the two large palm trees.
The next drive-thru Communion will be on February 21, 2021.
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MIDWEEK LENTEN SERVICE SERIES 2021
“Fellowship with the Father: A Lenten Prayer Journey”
Wednesdays during Lent ~ Online Worship at 7:00 PM (on Facebook & YouTube)
· Feb. 17 — ASH WED.—“Lenten Fasting ”
· Feb. 24 — “Alone in a Crowd”
· March 3 — “Awake at Night”
· March 10 — “The Journey Ahead”
· March 17 — “The Right Way to Pray”
· March 24 — “(Un)finished Business”
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OLD TESTAMENT READING 2 Kings 2:1-12 (Elijah goes up to heaven in a whirlwind.)
When the Lord was about to take Elijah up to heaven in a whirlwind, Elijah and Elisha were on their way from Gilgal. 2 Elijah said to Elisha, “Stay here; the Lord has sent me to Bethel.” But Elisha said, “As surely as the Lord lives and as you live, I will not leave you.” So they went down to Bethel. 3 The company of the prophets at Bethel came out to Elisha and asked, “Do you know that the Lord is going to take your master from you today?” “Yes, I know,” Elisha replied, “so be quiet.” 4 Then Elijah said to him, “Stay here, Elisha; the Lord has sent me to Jericho.” And he replied, “As surely as the Lord lives and as you live, I will not leave you.” So they went to Jericho. 5 The company of the prophets at Jericho went up to Elisha and asked him, “Do you know that the Lord is going to take your master from you today?” “Yes, I know,” he replied, “so be quiet.” 6 Then Elijah said to him, “Stay here; the Lord has sent me to the Jordan.” And he replied, “As surely as the Lord lives and as you live, I will not leave you.” So the two of them walked on. 7 Fifty men from the company of the prophets went and stood at a distance, facing the place where Elijah and Elisha had stopped at the Jordan. 8 Elijah took his cloak, rolled it up and struck the water with it. The water divided to the right and to the left, and the two of them crossed over on dry ground. 9 When they had crossed, Elijah said to Elisha, “Tell me, what can I do for you before I am taken from you?” “Let me inherit a double portion of your spirit,” Elisha replied. 10 “You have asked a difficult thing,” Elijah said, “yet if you see me when I am taken from you, it will be yours—otherwise, it will not.” 11 As they were walking along and talking together, suddenly a chariot of fire and horses of fire appeared and separated the two of them, and Elijah went up to heaven in a whirlwind. 12 Elisha saw this and cried out, “My father! My father! The chariots and
EPISTLE READING 2 Cor. 3:12-13; 4:1-6 (Paul writes of God’s people being transformed.)
Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold. 13 We are not like Moses, who would put a veil over his face to prevent the Israelites from seeing the end of what was passing away. 14 But their minds were made dull, for to this day the same veil remains when the old covenant is read. It has not been removed, because only in Christ is it taken away. 15 Even to this day when Moses is read, a veil covers their hearts. 16 But whenever anyone turns to the Lord, the veil is taken away. 17 Now the Lord is the Spirit, and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is freedom. 18 And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit. Therefore, since through God’s mercy we have this ministry, we do not lose heart. 2 Rather, we have renounced secret and shameful ways; we do not use deception, nor do we distort the word of God. On the contrary, by setting forth the truth plainly we commend ourselves to everyone’s conscience in the sight of God. 3 And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing. 4 The god of this age has blinded the minds of unbelievers, so that they cannot see the light of the gospel that displays the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. 5 For what we preach is not ourselves, but Jesus Christ as Lord, and ourselves as your servants for Jesus’ sake. 6 For God, who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” made his light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of God’s glory displayed in the face of Christ.
GOSPEL READING Mark 9:2-9 (Jesus is transfigured on a high mountaintop.)
After six days Jesus took Peter, James and John with him and led them up a high mountain, where they were all alone. There he was transfigured before them. 3 His clothes became dazzling white, whiter than anyone in the world could bleach them. 4 And there appeared before them Elijah and Moses, who were talking with Jesus. 5 Peter said to Jesus, “Rabbi, it is good for us to be here. Let us put up three shelters—one for you, one for Moses and one for Elijah.” 6 (He did not know what to say, they were so frightened.) 7 Then a cloud appeared and covered them, and a voice came from the cloud: “This is my Son, whom I love. Listen to him!” 8 Suddenly, when they looked around, they no longer saw anyone with them except Jesus. 9 As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus gave them orders not to tell anyone what they had seen until the Son of Man had risen from the dead.
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Please watch our Online worship services on Faith's Facebook page live Sundays at 9 AM and posted afterwards on our YouTube channel!
NEW SERVICES ADDED WEEKLY!
Click here for Faith's new YouTube channel:
You can also access past audio Sermons, Devotions and Bible Studies from Click here for Pastor Wenz's YouTube channel:
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We are restarting our Thursday Bible Study in the fellowship Hall at 10:00 AM (our original time). Social distancing and masks required.
Streaming the study is not working so it will be uploaded to YouTube later.
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Prayers for Our Faith Family
Prayers for strength and healing:
Sabrea Adam, Dorel Antim, Katherine Cross, Barbara & Dan Danbo, Louise Jackson, Debbie Kraimer, Susan Mason, Sophia Spartos
Prayers for Family & Friends:
Granddaughter & family of Rhonda Desparicio, for strength and healing.
Carol, Tammy Simmons sister, for healing and strength from suffering from heart problems.
Shawn Bedwell, for healing and to be able to walk again.
Norma Mae Burton for strength and healing after a fall.
Bill Summers' granddaughter for strength in coping during the COVID19 quarantine.
Toni Dunn for strength and healing after being diagnosed with cancer.
Sandra Mauldin's Father, Doyle Jackson, for strength and healing from hip surgery and a mild heart attack.
Heather Mason, for healing and a good outcome from tests she's having to find out what her cognative problems stems from.
Ron Binkley & his sister, for strength and healing & friends, Carra & Torry & family, John Mason, Rod Carra, Jason & Kala for healing.
Joellyn Nelson, for strength and healing of her left heel.
Becki Spartos’ sister, Amy, recently diagnosed with stage 4 cancer—for faith and
healing.
Marilyn Austin, for strength and healing after throat surgery on 10/21.
Bill & Judy Summers friends, Carol & Carolyn Ulrich, for healing from cancer and strength.
Marcus Mauldin for strength and healing.
Amanda Salgado, for strength and healing
Elizah, Missy's friend's Son, for strength and healing.
Caroline Schroeder's friend Mary Banks, with stage 4 cancer, for strength and healing.
Delilah Dooley's brother for spiritual protection.
 In Celebration of: Those celebrating birthdays this week: Logan Cross 2/15, Chloe Spartos 2/18, Van Fairfax 2/20, Shlomo Kabing 2/20, Amy Phipps 2/20.
Today’s Baptisms of John Anthony (“Tony”) McPerrin and Evelynn Marie Piñon.
For Those That Are Home Bound:
Chuck & Mary Bedard, Marilyn Lukkowen, and Shirley Valk.
Those in the Military:
Josh Creacy, Devin Danbo, Caitlin & Richard Gonzalez, & Garrett Smith
For our Adopted Missionary: Delwyn Campbell.
Comfort for: The family of Janet Wasson who went to be with the Lord on Jan. 27.
If you are in need of prayers please contact the office or Heather Svika (951) 660-7212 so we can add your prayers to our prayer chain and be aware of your needs.
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In-person Worship Services are on Faith's campus outside the sanctuary 9:00 AM Sundays until further notice!
This Week @ Faith ~ February 14, 2021
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ATTENTION ALL LADIES!
The next LWML meeting will be held on February 20th at 10:00am in the Fellowship Hall.
Please enter through the main door next to the Office. We will be doing temperature checks before entering, wear your masks, no food or drinks will be provided, however feel free to bring your own. We will be social distancing and there will be areas closed including the kitchen. Looking forward to seeing everybody there!
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From the LWML
Reminder—LWML Mite collection is on the first Sunday of the Month
Bring in your mites! This Sunday, February 7, 2021
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Attention Faith Family
The LWML is raffling off a Kitchen Gift Basket for $1.00 per ticket or 10 tickets for $5.00. The drawing will be held at the next LWML meeting on February 20th.
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The worldwide pandemic is causing major disruptions unlike anything the modern world has experienced. We are all struggling with major disruptions and changes to our lives. The church, just like our personal situations, continues to have fixed operating expenses that need to be paid. We depend heavily on the Easter season's higher attendance and extra services to build a cushion to cover the lower offering months. Also, we are missing income from the groups that utilize the church's facilities. Without regular services and the offering plate, it will be a challenge to meet expenses. Although our services have been canceled, please remember to support Faith with your offerings. Please consider:
- Mailing your gift to the church using the offering envelope.
- Consider signing up for automatic offerings. You can transfer your stewardship donations directly from your bank safely and conveniently. This helps you plan and fulfill your stewardship commitments in a timely manner and eliminate the time and cost of writing checks. Many of your fellow church members have used this method for 10 years and there have never been any problems.
- Click here to download the form.
Sincerely,
Bruce Duerfeldt
Faith's Treasurer
951-268-4320
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8:00 AM Worship Hymns (No Sanctuary Services until further notice)
Join us on Facebook Sundays, 9 AM (if the live stream does not work, it will be posted later)
(click link below).
Faith Lutheran Riverside Facebook Page
(See new 9 AM bulletin link at top of page!)
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9:00 AM Contemporary Service (Outside) (No Sanctuary Services until further notice)
Join us on Facebook live Sundays, 9 AM (if the live stream does not work, it will be posted later)
(click link below).
Faith Lutheran Riverside Facebook Page
Epistle Reading - 2 Corinthians 3:12-13, 4:1-6
Gospel Reading - Mark 9:2-9
(See new 9 AM bulletin link at top of page!)
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