Sunday, June 21, 2009
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Sunday, June 7, 2009
Sunday, May 31, 2009
Tuesday, May 19, 2009
Vacation Bible School
God’s Always Doing Great, Exciting Things at Gadget’s Garage. Join us July 8-15th. Kids ages 3–12 meet friends, explore Bible stories, do fun activities, sing great songs, make crafts, play games, and eat snacks. We expect a great response, so enroll your child today. To register, email us at divineshepherd@midconetwork.com or call us at 605-787-6438.
Sunday, May 17, 2009
"Jesus Love Me"
Jesus loves me this I know, is probably one of the best known Christian songs for kids. That profound truth is truly amazing when we see how unlovable we are.
"I Am the Vine; You are the Branches"
Jesus loved to use images to help us understand apart from Him the true vine we can do nothing. But that is not all He taught in this parable. When we are connected to the true Vine, He expects us to bear fruit! Are the fruits of the Spirit evident in your life?
Sunday, May 3, 2009
"How Can We Serve God"
Today our service was lead by Pastor Randy Sturzenbecher as well as our Seminarian Eric Kolinich. We have supported him through his schooling and now he has received his first call to be an associate pastor of Redeemer Lutheran Church in Manitowoc, WI. Please keep him and his family in your prayers as they prepare to take this call and move to Wisconsin. Yours in Christ, Scot Dobbs (Web-Site hand)
Monday, April 27, 2009
Kiwanis Kids stuff sale
The Black Hawk area Kiwanis is holding their annual Kids sale Friday May 1st and Saturday May 2nd. If you have kids toys, clothes, or equipment you can consign it. If you are looking for great buys on gently used kids items this is the place to be. Friday 7:00 am to 5:00 Saturday 7:00 am to 12:30pm. At 12:30 left over items are placed in various bags and sold.
Confirmation May 24th 2009
3 Divine Shepherd students will be confirmed on Sunday May 24th during the worship service. Sabre Anderson, Brad Halvorson and Austin Geidel will give their public confession of Faith in Christ our Lord. Questioning for our students will be Wednesday May 20th during our midweek worship service.
Worship and Bible Study times
Sunday Worship 9:15
Wednesday Evening 7:00
Bible Study times and places
Sunday morning 10:30 Fellowship area
After Worship we gather as the body of Christ to learn more about the great Heros of the Faith that have gone before us. This interactive Bible Study gathers at the rear of the Sanctuary, from 10:30 to 11:30
Tuesday Morning 6:00 am Fellowship area
The early risers Bible Study is a great way to start each Tuesday morning. We gather at 6:00 coffee in hand. The study currently is studying Moses and God's call to use him and us to accomplish His task of seeking and saving the lost.
Wednesday afternoon. 2:30 pm fellowship area
Holy Communion is a tremendous gift God gives to His people. Our study looks at the history, significance and benefit of this great meal.
Wednesday evening Family night. Entire church
Wednesday evenings are a great time for the entire family. Starting at 5:30 the congregation cooks supper for all who attend. At 6:00 we gather for Bible Study. 1st - 5th grade are learning about different Biblical characters such as Elijah or St. Paul. 6th grade is currently working through 100 Bible Stories. 7th and 8th grade are finishing confirmation. The adults are currently working through reproductive issues and end of life decisions. At 7:00 we gather for worship offering Holy Communion the 2nd and 4th Wednesday evening.
Wednesday Evening 7:00
Bible Study times and places
Sunday morning 10:30 Fellowship area
After Worship we gather as the body of Christ to learn more about the great Heros of the Faith that have gone before us. This interactive Bible Study gathers at the rear of the Sanctuary, from 10:30 to 11:30
Tuesday Morning 6:00 am Fellowship area
The early risers Bible Study is a great way to start each Tuesday morning. We gather at 6:00 coffee in hand. The study currently is studying Moses and God's call to use him and us to accomplish His task of seeking and saving the lost.
Wednesday afternoon. 2:30 pm fellowship area
Holy Communion is a tremendous gift God gives to His people. Our study looks at the history, significance and benefit of this great meal.
Wednesday evening Family night. Entire church
Wednesday evenings are a great time for the entire family. Starting at 5:30 the congregation cooks supper for all who attend. At 6:00 we gather for Bible Study. 1st - 5th grade are learning about different Biblical characters such as Elijah or St. Paul. 6th grade is currently working through 100 Bible Stories. 7th and 8th grade are finishing confirmation. The adults are currently working through reproductive issues and end of life decisions. At 7:00 we gather for worship offering Holy Communion the 2nd and 4th Wednesday evening.
Welcome to Divine Shepherd
When we look at the great lengths our Good Shepherd was willing to go to for us His sheep, we begin to realize his love for us. When even one lamb went astray the shepherd would leave the 99 and search for the lost sheep to bring it back into the fold. Divine Shepherd seeks to continue the work of our Great Good Shepherd in the Black Hawk area. If we can do anything for you pleas let us know. Thanks for taking time to check our what Divine Shepherd has to offer.
Sunday, April 26, 2009
"Did I turn off the oven?"
Have you ever had that persistant doubt in your mind that just won't go away? Did I turn the oven off? Did I shut the garage door? When the disciples were filled with doubt about our risen Savior Jesus came to them in physically just as he does for us today.
Sunday, April 19, 2009
"What are You Going to do With "
I am sure somewhere along the line you have asked someone "just what are you going to do with that?" That's the question for this morning. Just what are you going to do with the empty tomb of Christ our risen Savior? How does the fact that Jesus rose from the dead impact your life today? Easter blessings Pastor Randy
Sunday, April 12, 2009
Saturday, April 11, 2009
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Palm Sunday
Do to a spring blizzard we DID NOT have church Sunday April 5 2009 (Palm Sunday). The Gospel for Palm Sunday was Saint Mark Chapter 11: 1-10. Thank You for your understanding. Your in Christ Scot Dobbs(Web-Site Hand)
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Sunday, March 15, 2009
"The Hands of God"
Today are service was lead by Pastor Robert Utecht. Pastor Utecht is part of the team helping to rebuild the Pine Ridge Reservation. Pastor Sturzenbecher is still on his much disserved vacation. He will return to us tomorrow March 16. Please keep him in your prayers as he travels back to Divine Shepherd. Your in Christ, Scot Dobbs (Web-Site Hand)
Wednesday, March 11, 2009
"Our Providing God"
Tonight’s Lenten Service was lead by Reverend Lynn Wilson. Army National Guard Chaplin. We would like to thank him very much for leading us in our service tonight. As Pastor Randy Sturzenbecher is on a much deserved vacation. Please keep him your payers as he travels. Your’s in Christ Scot Dobbs ( Web-Site Hand)
Sunday, March 8, 2009
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
Wednesday, February 25, 2009
God is Calling
Wow Ash Wednesday is here already. How the time flys. For the next six weeks we will be having our Lenten Service, this year we will be going over the book of Jonah. Please join us at 5:30 for supper, 6 for bible study, and church at 7.
Yours in Christ,
Pastor Randy Stuzenbecher.
Yours in Christ,
Pastor Randy Stuzenbecher.
Sunday, February 22, 2009
Sunday, February 15, 2009
Naaman and a child like faith
It must have been a great thing for Naaman to believe he could finally be healed of his leprosy. At first he made the same mistake you and I sometimes do, we want God to heal us or help us on our terms not on His.
The mighty merciful mircleworking Savior Sunday Feuary 8 2009
Its a wonderful thing to know our Savior does not quit being merciful after His eight hours are in. In today's lesson Jesus again shows us He is our might merciful mircleworking Savior.
Sunday, February 1, 2009
"I Believe in Jesus"
Does everyone who says "I believe in Jesus go to heaven?" Believing in Jesus is more than just words we speak it words and love for our Savior.
Sunday, January 25, 2009
Sermon January 25 2009
Who was the most feared man in the early church? It would no doubt been Saul the killer of Christians. As the story unfolds we see God converting Saul to become St. Paul, one of the greatest evengelists in the New Testament era. If God can convert someone so feared by Christians to become one who proclaimed Christ so boldy, imaging what He can do with you and me!
Sunday, January 18, 2009
Sunday January 18 Are you Deceitful?
Are you deceitful? We would hope not but a closer look at our nature revels that we all are. How can Jesus say of Nathanael that he has no deceit? Listen and hear the Good News for Nathaniel and for us! 
Sunday, January 11, 2009
Sunday Jan 11 2009 Seromn
Today our guest Proclaimer is Pastor Lowell Boettcher preaching on the baptism of our Lord. 
Sunday, January 4, 2009
January 4 2009 Sermon
Do you think of yourself as wise or foolish? In a world where information is at our fingertips its easy to find knowledge, but true wisdom only comes from God’s Word. It worked for Solomon it will sure work for us.
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Sunday, December 21, 2008
Wednesday, December 10, 2008
Sunday, December 7, 2008
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
The Start of Advent Services
Wednesday December 3 will start are Advent services. For three weeks we will be foucsing on some of our stained glass windows. Each week there will be a Supper provied by certian groups in our church. Plaese join us for Advent, supper starts at 5:30-6:30 and around 7 we will start the church service. Your in Christ Pastor Randy Sturzenbecher.
Sunday, November 30, 2008
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Tuesday, November 11, 2008
Community Harvest dinner
The Psalmist David writes “Taste and see that the Lord is good” and that is exactly what we would like you to do. Join us this Saturday November 15th at Divine Shepherd for our Community Harvest Dinner, a free meal of Deep fried turkey and dressing , and all the fixings. Join us for an evening of great food, friends and fellowship as we give thanks for all our Savior has provided for us. Be our guests from 5:to 7:00 this Saturday.
Worship Schedule
Winter has descended upon the Beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota. While it is cold and blustery outside inside the walls of Divine Shepherd we are warm and well feed by God's Holy Word. Here is our worship and Bible Study schedule for the holidays .
Sunday morning worship continues at 9:15
Sunday school for all ages is at 10:30
Tuesday Early Risers Bible Study 6:00 am
Tuesday evening The Lutheran Faith 7:00 pm
Wednesday afternoon The Lord's Prayer 2:00 pm
Wednesday evening Family Night
Movie and message for pr-school-5th 5:30
Confirmation for 6th 7th and 8th 5:30
Adult bible Study for the parents 5:30
Provided evening meal for all 6:30
Worship 7:00
November 26th Thanksgiving Eve service 7:00
Advent services Dec 3rd, 10th and 17th 7:00
Children's Christmas program Dec. 21st 4:00
Pot luck lunch to follow program.
Candle light Christmas Eve service 7:00
Christmas day Worship 9:15
New Years Eve service 7:00
We hope you can join us as we worship or Lord and King Jesus the Christ!
Sunday, November 9, 2008
"Is Your Light Ever-ready?"
Its a great comfort knowing there is a flashlight in the cupboard for emergency's. But if that battery is not charged the light is useless. Our faith is much like that flashlight. Is your faith light ever-ready?
Sunday, November 2, 2008
"What Do You Want on Your Tombstone?"
No we are not talking Pizza here. When you have died and your life is summed up in a few words on a marble stone what will it say about you, or about your life of faith?
Sunday, October 26, 2008
"The Basic Building Block of Faith"
In order to be good at anything you have to know the basics. What are the basic building blocks of the Christian faith? Some would say tradition, history and maybe superstition. Many years ago Martin Luther summarized these as Faith alone, Grace alone and Scripture alone.
Sunday, October 19, 2008
The Fourth Commandment a foot in both kingdoms.
You look just like your father! Children often have a strong resemblance to their father. As children of our Heavenly Father we also resemble our Father in heaven. Listen to how His image in us shapes the way we live in a sinful world. 
Sunday, October 5, 2008
Law or Gospel. Do we need both? Sunday Oct. 5th 2008
One of the first things children learn in confirmation is the difference between Law and Gospel. God’s law shows us our sin. God’s good news, the gospel, shows us our savior. Why do we need both? Enjoy, Pastor Randy
Sunday, September 28, 2008
Selfish or selfless, which are you? Sunday September 28 2008
If you work with or have teen agers it doesn't take long to see that they can be very self centered. If you look in the mirror it doesn't take long to realize that you and I can be the same way. Hear how St. Paul directs our attention from self to our Savior. 
Sunday, September 21, 2008
Do You Want God to be Fair? Sunday September 21st
We live in a world that seems to demand fairness. We want everyone to deal fairly with us and in return we should act fairly towards others. Does that also aply to how God deals with us? What are the implications of God treating us fairly? Are you sure thats what you want?
Sunday, September 14, 2008
You Can Choose Your Friends. Friendship Sunday, September 14th 2008
Today's sermon is all about friendship. We pick our friends. Friends laugh together,cry together, work and play together, friends make our life more bearable. Its important and healthy to have good friends, but the most important friend we have picked us. What a friend we have that would give His life so we would not suffer.
Sunday, September 7, 2008
Are you ready to get out of the boat? Sunday September 7th
There comes a time when our faith has to be put into action. Either we will make excuses or we will act. Are you ready to get out of the boat?
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Sunday, August 31, 2008
The Andrew principle Sunday August 31st
When you have such great news you just can't hold it in! You have to tell someone. Thats the Andrew principle. Jesus invited Andrew, Andrew invited Peter and so it goes. Evangelism is not hard, we do what Andrew and Phillip did, just say "Come and see."
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Who's your Who? Sunday August 24
Have you ever been disappointed when asking someone to come to church with you? We all have. Looking at the biblical principles in Jesus parable of the soils, gives us good practical insight into who to ask.
Sunday, August 17, 2008
What are you waiting for? Sunday August 17 2008
Nothing scares church goers like the world evangelism. I don't know enough, my life is a mess are common fears that keep us from talking to others about Jesus. When we believe in Jesus and His promises it takes the fear out of His command to Go.
Monday, August 11, 2008
Worship Schedule
Its hard to believe that summer is almost over and school is soon starting. Here is our fall schedule of events
Sunday Worship Every Sunday we gather as the body of Christ to worship Him at 9:15
Sunday September 7th Opening day of Sunday School 10:30 to 11:30 am
Wednesday September 10th Family night activities, including a movie for pre-school through 5th grade. Confirmation for 6th 7th and 8th grade. Bible Study for parents. Light supper from 6:30 to 7:00 Midweek worship 7:00 to 8:00 Family night will continue each Wednesday evening.
Sunday September 14th, Friendship Sunday. A full day of activities planned.
Invite a friend to meet our forever friend Jesus 9:15. Sunday School and Bible Class from 10:30 to 11:30. Friendship meal (pot luck) and games for the kids including a bounce house! 2:00 pm Volley ball tournament in Shepherd's park. 6:00 pm beach party! Barbecue and a movie on our sand beach.
Tuesday September 16th 6:00 am Earlie risers Bible Study.
Tuesday September 16th 7:00 pm Faith Builders Bible Study continuing on in the book of Romans.
Wednesday afternoons at 2:00 pm Womans Bible Study
We hope you can join us for any or all of the activities!
Welcome to Divine Shepherd
Are you looking for more ways to spend time together as a family? Join us for Family night each Wednesday. Each family night will have something for everyone. Starting at 5:30 we will be teaching confirmation for the 6th 7th and 8th graders. Also during that time there will be a movie about one of the many Biblical characters for the children pre-school through 5th grade. Mom and Dad we did not forget about you. You are welcome and encouraged to join any of your children in class or attend the Bible class that will be held during the same time.
What about Supper? I am glad you asked. From 6:30 to 7:00 there will be a light supper served each week. If you can't find time to eat together during the week this would be a great time to gather around the table together.
You have heard it said, "the family that prays together stays together" To strengthen the bonds of our families we would invite you to stay after supper and worship with us during our midweek worship at 7:00.
We hope you can join us for any or all of the activities on family night.
Sunday, August 10, 2008
You've got a friend in me. Sunday August 10 2008
Good friends, family friends, neighborhood friends, we all have them but best friends are rare. The same qualities we value in our best friends are also present in our forever friend Jesus.
Monday, August 4, 2008
Can you hear me now? Sunday August 3
Jesus said "I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing." John 15:5 In our electronic world everyone is connected but are you connected to the One true vine that gives eternal life?
Semper Fi! Always faithful! Sunday July 27
Have you ever felt alone or abandoned? St. Paul reminds us that nothing in this world can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. Today’s post has the readings as well as the Sermon.
Thursday, July 24, 2008
Crab grass in the bluegrass Sunday July 20th
How do we deal with evil, struggle and strife in our world, workplace and sometimes in our places of worship? Jesus gives us the answer in todays parable.
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Sunday July 6th Freedom is not free.
The freedom we celebrate in the United States came at a very high price. Many lives have been lost in the war for our freedom. There is a war being fought every time you make a choice to do the right thing or the wrong thing.
Thursday, July 3, 2008
Vacation Bible School July 14th-18th
Who is your best fried? Everyone has one. It's the person you can always count on. Come and join us for VBS as we go on a Friendship trek July 14th- 18th 6:00 to 8:30 p.m.. There is no cost. For more information contact Ruth at 390-3654
Wednesday, May 28, 2008
Don't worry?? Sunday May 25th
Do you worry? Yes we all do and in the text for today Jesus tells us our Heavenly Father will supply all the things we need for this day.
Monday, May 19, 2008
The race of your live. Sunday May 18th
The triple crown, the Indianapolis 500, all big races that attract huge crowds. With water and the Word of God combined and poured over your head you began the race of your life! Keep running you are never alone!
Tuesday, May 13, 2008
Worship Schedule
Do you find it increasingly hard to find time on Sunday to worship? In an effort to keep you connected to Christ through Word and Sacrament we are moving the Saturday night worship to Wednesday nights. Starting Wednesday May 28th we will holding a mid week service instead of a Saturday night service. The time will remain the same 7:00 p.m.
Our Sunday worship time is 9:15 with Sunday School for all ages at 10:30
Holy communion celebrated every 1st and 3rd Sunday
Sunday School for all ages 10:30am on Sunday morning
Mid week worship Wednesday Evening 7:00pm
Holy communion celebrated every 2nd and 4th Wednesday evening
Are you Pentecostal? Sunday May 11th
Are you Pentecostal? No I’m not talking about a denomination or about being charismatic. Is your faith shaped by the events that happened that first Pentecost day? Listen and find out if your Pentecostal?
Wednesday, May 7, 2008
3000 miles in 72 hours??
MEDA rides gain!
Motorcyclists eradicating debt alliance is an association of motorcycle enthusiasts that ride to raise money to offset Christian debt.
3000 miles in 72 hours!!
In 2007 MEDA raised $2500.00 that was donated to the South Dakota District CWEDA organization (Church Worker Educational Debt Assistance) by riding 2000 miles in 48 hours.
May 20-22 2008 Pastor David Schwan and Pastor Randy Sturzenbecher will ride 3000 miles safely and legally in 72 hours!
Our goal is to raise $10,000. to apply to the principle building debt of Blessed Emmanuel Lutheran Church in Sturgis, South Dakota.
What can you do?
Pray that our 3000 mile voyage is safe.
Ride with us! Each leg of the trip is approximately 200 miles.
• Make a donation! 100% of all money donated goes toward our $10,000. goal
If you have any questions please contact Rev. Randy Sturzenbecher revsturz@yahoo.com 605-787-6438
Please makes check payable to The South Dakota District
Donations can be sent to The South Dakota District
3501 Gateway Boulevard
PO Box 89110
Sioux Falls, SD 57109-9110
Monday, May 5, 2008
To busy to attend worship?
Welcome to Divine Shepherds blog. As summer quickly approaches our schedules will quickly change from inside activities to outside. If your activities take you away from your your Sunday worship feel free to listen to God's word here for your strength and nourishment. Peace and joy in Christ our Risen Lord.
Where is your focus? Sunday May 4th
Where do you focus your time, looking up wondering what God has in mind for you? Looking down feeling sorry for yourself? Looking over your shoulder at what everyone else is doing? Our Lord want us to look ahead and see where we might use the gifts that He has given specifically to you! Enjoy Pastor Randy
Monday, April 28, 2008
Are you ready? Sunday April 27th
Confirmation Sunday! Four of our youth were confirmed Sunday at Divine Shepherd. God’s Word from 1st Peter 3:15 tells us “Always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give the reason for the hope that you have.” Are you ready??
Monday, April 21, 2008
Whats in the soup? Sunday April 20th
Imagine your in a fancy restaurant . As the waiter brings your soup to the table he gets sick. He pukes into the soup! Would you eat it? Its much better to drink the “pure spiritual milk” of the Gospel of Christ our Risen Lord. Peace Pastor Randy
Tuesday, April 15, 2008
Experiencing technical difficulties
For all of you trying to access the sermons please be patient. It seems that the all the podcasts have been misplace for some unknown reason. Until they are restored check out this great site http://sermons.wattswhat.net/ Peace Pastor Randy
Monday, March 31, 2008
What are you going to do with that? Acts 5
The second Sunday of Easter
Have you ever said to one of your kids, 'what are you going to do with that'? Thats the question for you today. What are you going to do with Christ"s empty tomb? How does Christ's resurrection for the dead impact your daily life? Peace Pastor Randy
Have you ever said to one of your kids, 'what are you going to do with that'? Thats the question for you today. What are you going to do with Christ"s empty tomb? How does Christ's resurrection for the dead impact your daily life? Peace Pastor Randy
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Christ is risen! Easter Sunday
Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia! Those are the words that remind us that our Savior has overcome sin and death itself for you and I. Thanks for visiting our web site. If we at Divine Shepherd can do anything for you please contact us. Peace Pastor Randy
Tuesday, March 25, 2008
Friday, March 21, 2008
The scroll shredder Jeremiah
Good Friday
How effective a paper shredder is when it comes to tearing documents apart. The crucification of Christ our Lord put Him in a shredder that took His life. His life for our salvation.Good Friday.
How effective a paper shredder is when it comes to tearing documents apart. The crucification of Christ our Lord put Him in a shredder that took His life. His life for our salvation.Good Friday.
Thursday, March 20, 2008
You've got to taste this! Jeremiah 15
Maundy Thursday
"You’ve got to taste this!” Have you said that to your kids or spouse? The prophet Jeremiah tasted and it was the joy and delight of his heart. Jeremiah points ahead to another who would taste death for us. Blessing on your meditation. Pastor Randy
"You’ve got to taste this!” Have you said that to your kids or spouse? The prophet Jeremiah tasted and it was the joy and delight of his heart. Jeremiah points ahead to another who would taste death for us. Blessing on your meditation. Pastor Randy
Tuesday, March 18, 2008
Don't fear the King is here! Matthew 14
Our guest proclaimer today is the Rev. David Schwan, the Executive Secretary for the South Dakota District LCMS. His message based on Jesus and Peter walking on the water. Was this a successful event for Peter and the other disciples? Listen and be encouraged to get out of the boat and follow our Savior Jesus Christ! Peace Pastor Randy
Monday, March 17, 2008
Worship Schedule
Holy Week
March 20th Maundy Thursday Service with Holy Communion 7:00 No meal
March 21st Good Friday Service at 7:00 No meal
March 23rd Easter Morning!! Son Rise Service 6:00 am With Holy Communion
Breakfast served by Youth
Holy Week
A few years ago in one of the comics one of the characters asked the other "If your God died on Friday why would you call that day good? The answer, "because He died for ME!" As we enter the most holy week of the year we see the extreme cost of our sin, the death of Jesus. At the end of holy week we will also see the power of our Savior who beats death itself by rising from the dead, That also is for you and me! Blessing to you as we travel through the valley of the shadow of death before seeing the glory of Easter morning! Peace Pastor Randy
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
I've never been this way before. Joshua 3
Have you ever been at the end of a dark hallway and been filled with fear? Joshua has and so have you and I. Listen and be assured that Christ lead us through all things.
Do you have grumbleweeds in your garden?
Grumble, grumble, grumble, it can take up most of our day. What is the cure for grumbling? Listen and find out! Peace Pastor Randy
Tuesday, February 26, 2008
Looking for a place to Worship?
Welcome to our web site!
As the season of Lent draws to a close we approach the wonderful celebration of Easter Sunday. This Sunday is the hight point in the life of the church. We celebrate Jesus rising from the dead and the completion of His work as a sacrifice for our sins. If you are looking for a place to grow in faith and knowledge of Jesus come and join the Divine Shepherd family. There is a map at the bottom of the blog.
As the season of Lent draws to a close we approach the wonderful celebration of Easter Sunday. This Sunday is the hight point in the life of the church. We celebrate Jesus rising from the dead and the completion of His work as a sacrifice for our sins. If you are looking for a place to grow in faith and knowledge of Jesus come and join the Divine Shepherd family. There is a map at the bottom of the blog.
Holy Week Schedule
We are looking forward to having you worship with us! Here is the schedule for Holy Week and Easter Sunday.
March 16th Palm Sunday celebration with Holy Communion Worship at 9:15, Sunday School for all ages 10:30-11:30
March 20th Maundy Thursday service with Holy Communion Worship at 7:00
March 21st Good Friday service 7:00
No Service Saturday night March 22nd
March 23rd Son Rise Service with Holy Communion 6:00 AM
Breakfast served by Divine Shepherd Youth after the Son Rise service
Resurrection celebration with Holy Communion 9:15
We hope you can join us as we celebrate our Savior rising from death and conquering sin, death and the devil. Peace Pastor Randy
March 16th Palm Sunday celebration with Holy Communion Worship at 9:15, Sunday School for all ages 10:30-11:30
March 20th Maundy Thursday service with Holy Communion Worship at 7:00
March 21st Good Friday service 7:00
No Service Saturday night March 22nd
March 23rd Son Rise Service with Holy Communion 6:00 AM
Breakfast served by Divine Shepherd Youth after the Son Rise service
Resurrection celebration with Holy Communion 9:15
We hope you can join us as we celebrate our Savior rising from death and conquering sin, death and the devil. Peace Pastor Randy
Tuesday, February 19, 2008
Faith is not blind. Genesis 12
Is the faith you have a "blind faith"? Faith in Christ is far from blind it is sure and certain.
Saturday, February 16, 2008
Holding a grudge or extending grace?
Here is the second in our Lenten series "Singing the songs of Zion." How often do we see individual events in our lives and see only the trial and trouble. When we look at all the events as a whole we can see our Savior "working together for the good of those who love him."
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Monday, February 11, 2008
Fishing with the devil.
Oh that devil is so subtle! Listen and learn how he subtly and seductively seduces us into falling into temptation and how our living God shows us His love by His actions. Enjoy!
You're not done yet! Matthew 17,
Everyone needs encouragement to endure the struggles of every day life. In the Gospel lesson for today Jesus encourages the disciples by showing them He is completely human as well as divine.
How can we sing the songs of Zion in a foreign land? Psalm 137
This year for our Lenten journey we follow a series by Rev. Reed Lessing from Concordia Seminary St. Louis Mo. "Singing the songs of Zion" is what we will be focusing on as we follow our Savior to the cross at Calvary.
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Monday, January 28, 2008
Worship Schedule
Sunday Morning Divine Service 9:15am
Holy communion celebrated every 1st and 3rd Sunday
Sunday School for all ages 10:30am
Saturday Evening 7:00pm
Holy communion celebrated every 2nd and 4th Saturday evening
Holy communion celebrated every 1st and 3rd Sunday
Sunday School for all ages 10:30am
Saturday Evening 7:00pm
Holy communion celebrated every 2nd and 4th Saturday evening
February 6th Ash Wed. Supper at 5:30 Service at 7:00 LWML serving
February 13th Trustees serving
February 20th Elders serving
February 27th Youth serving
March 5th Evangelism serving
March 12th Youth serving
Holy Week
March 20th Maundy Thursday Service with Holy Communion 7:00 No meal
March 21st Good Friday Service at 7:00 No meal
March 23rd Easter Morning!! Son Rise Service 6:00 am Breakfast served by Youth
Resurrection Morning Service 9:15
Welcome
Welcome to our Web site!
Not long ago I heard one of our members tell someone else, "Divine Shepherd is like going home, they take you as you are". The family of Divine Shepherd invites you to be a part of our family, as you are. If there is anything we can help you with please contact us.
"God sets the lonely in families, He leads forth the prisoners with singing; Psalm 68:6
Not long ago I heard one of our members tell someone else, "Divine Shepherd is like going home, they take you as you are". The family of Divine Shepherd invites you to be a part of our family, as you are. If there is anything we can help you with please contact us.
"God sets the lonely in families, He leads forth the prisoners with singing; Psalm 68:6
Tuesday, January 15, 2008
Wednesday, January 2, 2008
Saturday, December 29, 2007
Happy New Year! Thanks for visiting our site. Here is our prayer for you, in 2008.
Father in heaven, as this new year in your grace and mercy unfolds strengthen all who seek your guidance and protection. Use this site as a place of encouragement and strength for your people. May your word as it is proclaimed ground us in your eternal love and forginvess. In Jesus our Savior we pray. Amen.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us.
God's richest blessings to you in 2008!
Pastor Randy Sturzenbecher
"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 8:38-39
Sunday, December 23, 2007
Friday, December 21, 2007
Wednesday, November 28, 2007
Welcome
Welcome to Divine Shepherd's web site. As 2008 unfolds in our lives there will great joys and trying times as well. One thing we can be sure of, nothing can separate us from God's Grace and Mercy. With that peace we confidently step into the unknown of 2008.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us.
God's richest blessings to you in 2008!
Pastor Randy Sturzenbecher
"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 8:38-39
If you have any questions please feel free to contact us.
God's richest blessings to you in 2008!
Pastor Randy Sturzenbecher
"For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord." Romans 8:38-39
About Divine Shepherd
We at Divine Shepherd, guided by the unfailing Word of God, proclaim the love of Jesus, nurture our faith, love and encourage youth, support family life, and spread the good news of Jesus to people in our community and beyond.
The ministry of Divine Shepherd can best be described as "Faithful". Faithful to the Word of God, 2nd Timothy 3:16-17 and faithful to God's command to "love one another", John 13:34. We are a church of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod.
Divine Shepherd has just celebrated 20 years of God's grace and mercy. Formed as a mission congregation in the Black Hawk area the Church and community have grown together. We are happy to serve the people in the Black Hawk Piedmont valley area. Our worship times are 7:00 Saturday evenings and 9:15 Sunday morning.
The ministry of Divine Shepherd can best be described as "Faithful". Faithful to the Word of God, 2nd Timothy 3:16-17 and faithful to God's command to "love one another", John 13:34. We are a church of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod.
Divine Shepherd has just celebrated 20 years of God's grace and mercy. Formed as a mission congregation in the Black Hawk area the Church and community have grown together. We are happy to serve the people in the Black Hawk Piedmont valley area. Our worship times are 7:00 Saturday evenings and 9:15 Sunday morning.
Tuesday, November 27, 2007
What we believe
Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church - Statement of Beliefs
Divine Shepherd is a congregation of The Lutheran Church -Missouri Synod
- We believe that the Holy Bible is the inspired and inerrant Word of God, and the only source and norm for Christian doctrine and practice.
- We believe that there is only one true God, who has revealed Himself in Three Persons: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.
- We believe that, by His innocent suffering and death on the cross in our place, Jesus Christ made full atonement for our sins.
- We believe that Jesus rose from the dead on Easter morning, later ascended into heaven where He now lives and reigns to all eternity.
- We believe that Jesus will return on the last day to judge the living and the dead and take all believers in Him to eternal life and glory.
- We believe that God comes to us in His Church through chosen means of grace which are the Word of God (The Holy Scriptures) and the Sacraments of Baptism and The Lord's Supper (Holy Communion), and that through these means of grace He conveys to us His forgiveness.
- We believe that we are saved only by the grace of God through faith in Jesus Christ, which is a free gift of The Holy Spirit to us. We believe that Holy Baptism brings us into God's Kingdom and makes us members of the Body of Christ as we receive the Holy Spirit, who works faith in our hearts.
- We believe that the Sacrament of Holy Communion is the true body and blood of Christ which is received with the bread and the wine (Real Presence). It is not a Symbolic eating and drinking. We believe that those who receive this Sacrament actually eat and drink the body and blood of our Lord and Savior shed for us on the cross. We celebrate "close" communion and ask only those who are members of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, or, are members of a church with which we are in Altar and Pulpit fellowship with would participate in the Sacrament.
Concordia: The Lutheran Confessions-A Readers Edition of the Book of Concord - 2nd edition
Luther's Catechisms are handbooks for the Christian faith and express the faith in simple terms.
What does the Lutheran Church--Missiouri Synod Believe? Look here
Contact us.
Divine Shepherd Lutheran Church
7308 Wedgewood Dr.
Black Hawk, 57718
(605)787-6438
divineshepherd (at) midconetwork.com
Pastor Sturzenbecher
revsturz (at) yahoo.com
7308 Wedgewood Dr.
Black Hawk, 57718
(605)787-6438
divineshepherd (at) midconetwork.com
Pastor Sturzenbecher
revsturz (at) yahoo.com
Worship Schedule
Sunday Morning Divine Service 9:15am
Holy communion celebrated every 1st and 3rd Sunday
Sunday School for all ages 10:30am
Saturday Evening 7:00pm
Holy communion celebrated every 2nd and 4th Saturday evening
Advent suppers
December 5th, 12th, and 19th at 5:30 pm.
Advent services begin at 7:00 pm
Children's Christmas program
Wednesday December 19th at 7:00 pm
Christmas Eve candlelight worship
December 24th at 7:00 pm
Christmas Day service
December 25th at 9:15 am.
Holy communion celebrated every 1st and 3rd Sunday
Sunday School for all ages 10:30am
Saturday Evening 7:00pm
Holy communion celebrated every 2nd and 4th Saturday evening
Advent suppers
December 5th, 12th, and 19th at 5:30 pm.
Advent services begin at 7:00 pm
Children's Christmas program
Wednesday December 19th at 7:00 pm
Christmas Eve candlelight worship
December 24th at 7:00 pm
Christmas Day service
December 25th at 9:15 am.
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