Jesus Walking on Water, by Mau-Kun Yim. Used by permission.

WELCOME TO PEACE – WE’RE GLAD YOU FOUND US!

In our first reading from the Joseph Cycle, the elder sons of Jacob show us how quickly jealousy and retribution within families can lead to bad decisions—and violence. In the gospel reading, when the disciples face a great storm on the sea, they cry out with fear. Jesus says: “Take heart, it is I; do not be afraid.” Amid the storms of life, we gather to seek the calm presence of Christ that soothes our fears.  In comforting words of scripture and in the refreshing bread and cup of the eucharist, God grants us peace and sends us forth to be a sign of God’s presence to others.

This Sunday we’ll be joined by Heather Brandt of Refugees Northwest, our Pass the Hat ministry partner for the month of August.   Heather will provide a brief update about this crucial ministry during worship.

To tune into the Live Stream broadcast of this service at 9:30am, click HERE.

The Worship Guide can be downloaded here: Pentecost 14A 8.13.23 bulletin