Christ the King Sunday

Sunday, November 22 will be on Zoom at 9:30 am.

Order of Worship

We are also having a spoken service of readings, sermon, prayer and communion in the parking lot this Sunday at 11. This is in addition to the live Zoom service at 9:30.

We are providing questions that tie back to the preceding Sunday's primary reading and sermon. Feel free to think about these on your own, to discuss with a family member or friend, or to use these within your small group.

Sunday, November 15

Matthew 25:14-30

In his book “Lutheran trump cards” – Pr. Dave Daubert writes about hearing the word of God.”

"Spending time in scripture is like spending time with friends and family. We can get to know the God who is witnessed to in the Bible. It is a place to meet Jesus – the incarnate – the living word of God. It isn’t an end, it is the beginning of that relationship. From our encounter with Christ in scripture we are better able to see Christ in the world around us and in our lives. This Christ, the living Christ, is the one we follow.

1. What bible stories or passages that have helped you get to know Jesus? Which ones have been more challenging?

2. In this passage - how do the actions of the 3rd slave reflect Jesus? How is this surprising when compared to the standards of the world?

"It is good news to discover God is not who we fear God could be. It is good news that we meet God in the surprising place of the cross and in the death and resurrection of Jesus." (Pr. Dave Daubert, Lutheran Trump Cards)

3. Reflecting on the actions and teaching of Jesus, where might he be directing your attention this week? What might he be inviting you to see? What word of grace might he wish for you to hear?

If you have been joining us virtually on Sundays and are new to Atonement we welcome you!  We would like to help you connect in other ways if you are interested. Please feel free to email Mary Williams to learn more.

Atonement Members, ACDS Families and Friends,

We hope this message finds you and your loved ones safe and healthy.

ACDS is fully open and following a stringent safety program.  The Church side of the building is operating on a limited basis.   In order for us to keep ACDS children and staff safe, the church building is only accessible by appointment with a staff member.  Masks, hand sanitizing and log in are required for entry.  Please make arrangements with the staff person you need to see.  All staff have access to their phone messages via computer and will return your call as soon as possible.

While we limit in-person access to our building, our Church staff continue to work to bring ministries to you via social media and other virtual means.  We offer a variety of worship opportunities.  We have virtual worship, parking lot worship, Live Zoom worship and beginning 10/11 limited in person worship.   Worship times and types can be found in the announcement section of the website.

We thank you for your understanding of the many changes we are all experiencing..  We look forward to a time when can open our doors wide and be together again!

1. Virtual Women's Bible Study!

Looking to connect with new or old friends?  Looking to be filled spiritually?  Join us for Tuesday morning virtual bible study.  We begin at 9:30am.  Contact Pastor Sarah at sstumme@churchofatonement.org and she will arrange for you to enter into our virtual bible study!