First Lutheran Church Columbia Heights MN

Advent 2023 Day 19 - Matthew 1:18-25

In preparation for our discussion of Joseph, we read about his experience in Matthew 1:18-25.

Advent 2023 Day 18 - Small Bell Ensemble

Let's listen to our small handbell ensemble performing Infant Holy, Infant Lowly. Performed by members of FLC, directed by Drew Stolba.

Advent 2023 Day 17 - Chapter 6 with Jill and Rachel

Today Rachel and I discuss chapter 6 from the book The First Advent in Palestine by Kelley Nikondeha. You can order the book here if you'd like to read along.

Advent 2023 Day 16 - Luke 2:8-21

What was it like to be a shepherd and how did the angel's message affect them? Let's hear from them in Luke 2:8-21.

Advent 2023 Day 15 - Spanish Carol

Enjoy this spanish carol "Riu, Riu, Chiu" arr. by Butler as we reflect on Chapter 5 from the book The First Advent in Palestine. Jeffrey Patry, FLC Director of Music Ministry, on piano and Chris Larson on tambourine.

Advent 2023 Day 14 - Chapter 5 with Jill and Rachel

Join Rachel and me as we discuss chapter 5 from the book The First Advent in Palestine by Kelley Nikondeha. You can order the book here if you'd like to read along.

Advent 2023 Day 13 - Luke 2:1-7

What did it mean to live under the reign of Caesar and to be counted by him? We hear the story of the census in Luke 2:1-7.

Advent 2023 Day 12 - Reflection Music

Enjoy this festive tune performed as we reflect on Chapter 4 from the book The First Advent in Palestine. Jeffrey Patry, FLC Director of Music Ministry, performs "Variations on Rejoice, Rejoice, Believers", a Swedish Folk Tune arr. by Sadowski.

Advent 2023 Day 11 - Chapter 4 with Jill and Rachel

Today Rachel and I discuss chapter 4 from the book The First Advent in Palestine by Kelley Nikondeha. You can order the book here if you'd like to read along.

Advent 2023 Day 10 - Luke 1:39-56

Two women teach us about unexpected blessings in Luke 1:39-56.