Welcome to Christ The Victor Lutheran Church

“Discover a Place to Belong”.

Christ the Victor Lutheran Church is a congregation called to:
INVITE, all inside and outside of our fellowship.
PROCLAIM, the Good News of Jesus Christ.
NURTURE, each other as we develop our faith.
SERVE, the needs of our church, our community, and the world.

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Worship at 10:00 am each Sunday with Communion

Please come through our OPEN DOORS and be filled with the Holy Spirit!

Adult Sunday School 9:00 am every Sunday

Children's Sunday School 9 am the 2nd Sunday of the month

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CLICK for November 8 Scripture Readings: Year A - After Pentecost - Proper 27 - Revised Common Lectionary

November 8th – Amos 5:18-24, Psalm 70, 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18, Matthew 25:1-13

LETTER FROM PASTOR

As we shift from one season to another in our church year, we are already looking to the season of Advent. What do we really know about the deep meaning and rich traditions associated with Advent? Let us take a look back at how this cherished season of the Church began. The origins of Advent in the Lutheran tradition can be traced back to the early days of the Church. Advent, derived from the Latin word "adventus," meaning "coming," was initially a time of preparation for the baptism of new believers. It later evolved into a season of expectant waiting for the coming of Christ. In the Lutheran Church, Advent begins on the fourth Sunday before Christmas and lasts for four weeks. During Advent, we focus on both the first and second comings of Christ. The first coming refers to the birth of Jesus in Bethlehem, while the second coming represents the anticipated return of Christ in glory. This dual perspective creates a sense of anticipation and hope as we prepare our hearts and minds to celebrate the birth of Jesus and eagerly await His second coming. One of the most prominent symbols and rituals we celebrate is the Advent wreath. The circular shape of the wreath represents the eternal nature of God and His unending love. It reminds us that God's love has no beginning or end, and that through Christ's birth, this love is made manifest in the world. The evergreen branches used to construct the wreath symbolize the hope of eternal life in Christ. Just as evergreens remain green throughout the year, even in the harshest of winters, so too does the hope of salvation through Jesus endure in all seasons of life. As each candle is lit, the light grows brighter, mirroring the increasing anticipation and joy as Christmas approaches.

The Advent wreath serves as a visual reminder of the true meaning of Advent and encourages us to reflect on the themes of hope, peace, joy, and love during this sacred season.

Hope is at the core of Advent. It is the confident expectation and anticipation of the fulfillment of God's promises. As Lutherans, we place our hope in the coming of Christ, both as a baby in Bethlehem and as the triumphant King who will return one day. This hope sustains us in times of difficulty and reminds us how God is faithful to His word.

Peace is another central theme of Advent. The birth of Jesus brings peace to a world ravaged by sin and brokenness. Through His sacrifice, Jesus offers reconciliation to God and reconciliation to one another. As Lutherans, we strive to embody this peace in our relationships and actions, seeking to bring harmony and unity to a divided world.

Joy is a natural response to the Advent season. The arrival of the long-awaited Messiah brings overwhelming joy to the hearts of believers. This joy is not dependent on our circumstances but is rooted in the eternal hope we have in Christ. As Lutherans, we celebrate this joy through worship, music, and acts of kindness, spreading the contagious joy of the Advent season to those around us.

Love is the ultimate expression of God's character, demonstrated through the gift of His Son. The Advent season reminds us of the depth of God's love for humanity. As such, we are called to reflect this love in our daily lives, showing compassion, forgiveness, and selflessness to those around us. The Advent season provides a unique opportunity to extend love and grace to others, mirroring the love that God has shown us. May we all embrace the true meaning of Advent, not just as a season leading up to Christmas, but as a time of spiritual renewal and preparation for the coming of Christ. May the hope, peace, joy, and love that characterize this season fill our hearts and radiate through our lives, as we eagerly await the birth of our Savior, Jesus Christ.

Pax, Pastor Johnene

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