Mark 11:1-11 1When they were approaching Jerusalem, at Bethphage and Bethany, near the Mount of Olives, [Jesus] sent two of his disciples 2and said to them, “Go into the village ahead of you, and immediately as you enter it, you will find tied there a colt that has never been ridden; untie it and bring it. 3If anyone says to you, ‘Why are you …
In the dreariest days of winter, we always know that spring is on the way. Even when there is no sign of growth, branches appear entirely lifeless, and it does not seem possible that plant life can ever grow again, we know that spring will come. Days get longer, the sun is warmer, and one day, we realize things are …
This year during NCAA March Madness, Lutheran Campus Ministry at Penn State is participating in Campus Ministry Madness, a fundraising challenge between Lutheran Campus Ministry sites across the country. Help LCM at Penn State make a good showing and even more importantly, support the transformational work happening through campus ministry nationwide! Runs from March 17 – April 8, 2024! Give today at https://luminelca.org/madness/ STUDENTS: Even …
As spring begins, fill me with new possibilities and new life. As days grow longer, show me your light and its hope. As the sun continues to thaw the frozen world, warm me to share love and compassion. As new buds and shoots begin to grow, bring forth new growth in me. As your promise of new life shows in …
Badgers and Spartans and Nittany Lions, Oh My! This year during NCAA March Madness, Lutheran Campus Ministry at Penn State is participating in Campus Ministry Madness, a fundraising challenge between Lutheran Campus Ministry sites across the country. Help LCM at Penn State represent and even more importantly, support the transformational work happening through campus ministry nationwide! Runs from March 17 – …
Examen Prayer – reflecting on my day –Examen is prayerfully reflecting back over your day, inviting you to notice where God has been moving in your life each day. These steps are only a starting place or set of suggestions – feel free to adapt them in ways that work best for you. You can reflect through Examen at any …
20Now among those who went up to worship at the festival were some Greeks. 21They came to Philip, who was from Bethsaida in Galilee, and said to him, “Sir, we wish to see Jesus.” 22Philip went and told Andrew; then Andrew and Philip went and told Jesus. 23Jesus answered them, “The hour has come for the Son of Man to be glorified. 24Very truly, …
Title: Greatest Hits of the Bible Date and Time: Sunday, March 24th at 6 – 7 pm Location: Room 118 Pasquerilla Spiritual Center In this casual and interactive Bible study, we’ll look at some of the most famous and most foundational parts of the Bible. Explore the quirks and context, ask questions, and see how these passages connect with God’s …
When I was a child, I noticed that one particular verse in this week’s gospel reading was very popular: “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but may have eternal life. Though this is a well-known bit of scripture, it is complex and a bit …
O God, Help me as I come to believe in your love and healing. Show me your compassion and care. Use me to tend the world you treasure so deeply. Empower me to love the people in my life, for you love us all. Help me avoid condemning others or myself. Help me know that you are bringing light and …
