We’ll start a new book study discussion using Joseph Sittler’s “Gravity & Grace, Reflections & Provocations.” We will meet in the Fellowship Hall at Concordia Church on Seeley (3855 N. Seeley Ave.) at 9:00 a.m. on Sunday mornings. Sittler addresses topics such as the relationship between nature & God’s grace, faith as both trust and [...]
On January 27th, 2019 we will celebrate Concordia Lutheran Church's (3855 N. Seeley Ave.) 121st anniversary. (The foundation of our congregation was formed on January 29th, 1898). We’ll have a pot-luck luncheon following worship on Sunday, January 27th. We will celebrate the ministries of our congregation and thank the many people whose efforts in our ministries make our congregation’s [...]
Calling all elves—The holidays are over, and we need your help. January 13th (Sunday) directly after the 10:30 a.m. worship service we will be putting the Christmas decorations away. Tasks include: Taking down and storing Sanctuary Christmas Tree and lights, Sanctuary wreaths, nativity set, candles, décor and outside lights, wreaths, and decorations. Many hands make quick [...]
Our youth and youth leaders went caroling after worship last week - we visited the Memory Care Unit at St. Paul's House. We celebrated with Christmas songs such as O Come, O Come Emmanuel, Joy to the World and traditional favorites such as Frosty the Snowman and Jingle Bells. Thank you to all the carolers [...]
The Children's Christmas Play at Concordia Church on Seeley was a great success. There was told the great story of the Three Kings by the Concordia Church children and their journey to find the newborn king: Jesus. Thank you so much for all the participants who made this possible including the children in the play [...]
Choir rehearsal will not take place on December 30th or January 6th. Choir Rehearsal will resume on January 13th, 2019. Newcomers are welcome! If you would like to learn more contact Yana Reznik, our Music Minister, at yanareznikmusic@gmail.com.
Check out this Christmas Eve sermon from Pastor Nicholas Zook for some insightful and reflective thoughts on the Christmas season from 2014. What is Christmas all about? – “Christ is born” And in this simple proclamation lies the struggle and truth of our existence, the meaning of our worship and song. For at Christmas... (Click HERE to download [...]
The church office will be closed between December 21st through January 4th. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to everyone!
December 16th: Christmas Caroling at St. Paul’s House: The Concordia Church youth group will meet at St. Paul’s House (3800 N. California) Sunday, Dec. 16th to sing Christmas carols for residents. We will leave for St. Paul’s House directly after the 10:30 a.m. service. We’ll sing Christmas favorites for residents as they eat in their [...]
Ofrenda Celebrating Day of the Dead A special thank you to Bonnie Lopez & Carol Ressmeyer for our beautiful Ofrenda that was on display in the back of the sanctuary this year. We remember and celebrate all those lives which we had displayed on the Ofrenda and in our hearts. Background & Tradition of the Ofrenda [...]