Parents treasure the memories of their children growing up. Today’s story is a mother’s treasured memory of her son, Jesus, who did something extraordinary when he was 12 years old.
“After three days, they found him in the temple.” – Luke 2:46
Jesus had been with his family in Jerusalem for the Passover, and when the group left for home, he stayed behind in the Temple. Mary had raised him knowing he was someone special, marked by God for a special mission. Suddenly, Mary saw her son, at this young age, starting to do his Father’s work. What a bittersweet memory for Mary!
At PEACE, we welcome all those who are curious about doing God’s work in the world!
Today’s Bible readings: 1 Samuel 2:18-20,26; Psalm 148; Colossians 3:12-17; Luke 2:41-52
Second Mile Giving
Special gifts during December will be sent to Pacific Lutheran Theological Seminary in Berkeley. PLTS is the only ELCA seminary west of Mississippi. It is part of the Graduate Theological Union in Berkeley, a consortium of nine denominations that cooperate in providing theological education on the West Coast. If you’d like to give an extra gift to support PLTS, you can include it in your offering. Designate on your check or envelope “Second Mile Giving.”
Adult Bible Study
No Adult Bible Study this morning! In January, Bible study will resume at 10 a.m. Sunday in the Old Fellowship Hall – be sure to get your coffee and cookies first!
Youth @ Peace Sunday School
No Sunday School today. We resume at 9:50 a.m. Jan. 3 in the Youth Room. Wear your pajamas and bring your blanket and pillow for Movie Sunday with “Veggie Tales.”
We treasure our young people! Youth @ PLC is our all-ages Bible study, where young disciples learn the core stories of our faith and what it means in our lives. Our Teen Class focuses on our Faith Ancestors and what these flawed but faithful folks have to teach us. Bring your questions, doubts and challenges to God, the Bible and the Church – they are welcome here!
Bible memory verses: Kids can earn Bible Bucks for verses they memorize and redeem them for cool prizes!