This Past Sunday at St. Thomas— Feast of St. Michael and All Angels
Believers of St. Thomas Evangelical Lutheran Church,
This past Sunday was...
+ The Feast of St. Michael and All Angels +
Join us this Sunday for the Divine Service at 9:00am and Family Catechesis at 10:30am
If you couldn’t be with us this past Sunday, click here for a recording of Divine Service from another congregation of the Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod
RESOURCES FOR HOUSEHOLD PRAYERS THIS WEEK
Our Around the Word Devotions and Family Catechesis Sheet are always available during Family Catechesis. Digital copies of these as well as more notes from Family Catechesis can be found by clicking here!
The Readings for this past Sunday: Daniel 12:1-3; Revelation 12:7-12a; Matthew 18:1-11
Our Hymn of the Day for this past Sunday: Lord God, To Thee We Give All Praise, LSB 522
Our Father in Heaven Protects His Children by Giving His Holy Angels Charge Over Them
We live in “a time of trouble” (Dan. 12:1), in the midst of great tribulation. Satan and his wicked angels have been thrown out of heaven and have come down to earth “in great wrath,” with woeful “temptations to sin” and with constant accusations (Rev. 12:8–12; Matt. 18:7). Even so, we are encouraged by the presence and protection of St. Michael and the holy angels, whom God sends to help us in the strife (Dan. 10:11–13). By “the authority of his Christ,” His holy angels guard and keep us in body and soul. These heavenly servants of God preserve His human messengers on earth, the ministers of “the blood of the Lamb,” against all the power of the enemy, for by “the word of their testimony,” the Church is saved and the devil is defeated (Rev. 12:10–11; Luke 10:18–19). By their preaching and Baptism of repentance, the old Adam and the old evil foe are “drowned in the depth of the sea” (Matt. 18:6). As God raised Christ Jesus from the dead, so are His people delivered and raised from the dust of the earth through the forgiveness of their sins (Dan. 12:1–3).
Prayer for the Feast of St. Michael and All Angels
Heavenly Father, according to Your most holy, revealed will and Word, You especially ordain the angels that they would help preserve the pure, saving teaching of Your holy Gospel, to be Your messengers and watchers of Your Christian congregation, our praiseworthy polity, rulers, land, people, and dominions, and especially to accompany Your believers, to look after their possessions, honor, goods, and dwellings, to be joyful over repentant sinners, and to accompany those who depart this vale of misery to the kingdom of Your grace with joyful protection. Therefore, we heartily beseech You to send Your holy angels also among us for such use, that, as faithful watchers, they would camp around our dear fatherland, churches, schools, city halls, bodily sustenance, dealings, trade, and workplaces. Charge them according to Your almighty command, that they would bear us on their hands, that they would act for us against the murderer, the devil, when we are sleeping or awake, eating or drinking, or doing anything else, that they would preserve us unto the praise and honor of Your name, drive us toward what is good, and steer and direct us away from evil. We especially ask that they may render their faithful service to our poor souls in the hour when they must depart from this vale of misery, that they would guide them into the bosom of Abraham, into the number of Your elect, through Jesus Christ, Your Son, who has obtained such an abode for us through His bitter suffering and death and has most costly purchased us for Your eternal kingdom. Amen.
—Esaias Heidenreich, Betbüchlein (translation from Treasures from the Lutheran Church)
STEWARDSHIP THOUGHTS | From LCMS Stewardship Ministry
Revelation 12:7 – “And war broke out in heaven: Michael and his angels fought with the dragon; and the dragon and his angels fought.” The holy angels faithfully serve God, defending His people and carrying out His will. Their warfare reminds us that the Christian life is not neutral but a daily battle against sin, the world, and the devil. As stewards of God’s gifts, we are called to join in this fight—not with swords, but with faith, prayer, and generous service. Our giving of time, talent, and treasure is part of God’s work of guarding His Church and advancing His Kingdom.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
OCTOBER CALENDAR A fridge-worthy monthly calendar is available on the table at the back of the chapel – pick one up to keep up with this month’s events!
BAKE SALE The senior youth will be holding a bake sale on October 19 following the Divine Service! All proceeds will go towards their trip to the 2026 Higher Things conference in St. Louis, MO.
KRESSTON MEETING We are scheduled to meet with the general manager of Kresston and his team on Thursday, Oct 16 at 10 am to hear their informational presentation. We should expect to see and hear their vision for this development and how they see potential for St Thomas fitting in with their vision. We will meet at the Kresston Boot House, 26850 Trailblazers Run, Montgomery. Kresston is located in Magnolia ISD. The presentation will be recorded for those unable to attend. If anyone would like to join by conference call, that should be able to be arranged.
REFORMATION CELEBRATION Save the date for a Reformation Celebration on Sunday, October 26 at 4:00 PM at the Spannagel home in Conroe! Keep an eye on the bulletin for more information soon!
BREAKFAST TACOS are back on the menu each week for the school year! Tacos are $2 each, with proceeds going to our youth’s Higher Things trip. Thank you for all your support!
YOUTH NIGHT this week is for the junior youth (those who have received first communion instruction through age 12). We will be meeting at the Lacey home on Thursday at 6:00 PM for supper, Bible study, and fellowship. 7334 Winter Song Dr., Magnolia, 77354. See Lynea Sander or Pastor Lacey with any questions!
BIBLE STUDY SERIES Join us during the Family Catechesis hour for our current adult Bible study series on St. Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. Children are welcome to the front of the chapel at 10:30 for a brief opening with Pastor, after which they will go to the west side of the funeral home for Beginning Catechesis for ages 2-12. Ages 13 and up are encouraged to attend the adult class.
EVENTS
SATURDAYS IN THE PARK All ages are welcome to join us for Saturdays in the Park on the fourth Sunday of every month!
REFORMATION CELEBRATION Save the date for a Reformation Celebration on Sunday, October 26 at 4:00 PM at the Spannagel home in Conroe! Keep an eye on the bulletin for more information soon!
Blessings,
Pastor Lacey
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