Worship Services by Pastor Peter Johnson

January 4, 2026 — 10:30 AM Service

The reading from Matthew tells how the Holy Family escaped to Egypt for safety, finding hospitality. In his sermon, Pastor Peter discusses Epiphany as a reminder that God’s love extends beyond Bethlehem to unexpected places and people. He shares stories of his own experiences of hospitality in Egypt that demonstrate how God’s grace transcends borders and reshapes history. We are encouraged to seek God’s love everywhere and to remain open and hopeful as we begin the new year.

January 4, 2026 — 9:00 AM Service

The reading from Matthew tells how the Holy Family escaped to Egypt for safety, finding hospitality. In his sermon, Pastor Peter discusses Epiphany as a reminder that God’s love extends beyond Bethlehem to unexpected places and people. He shares stories of his own experiences of hospitality in Egypt that demonstrate how God’s grace transcends borders and reshapes history. We are encouraged to seek God’s love everywhere and to remain open and hopeful as we begin the new year.

December 28 2025 — 10:30 AM Service

Yesterday’s service was a joyful celebration of the Christmas season with scripture, carols, and reflection woven together in a Lessons and Carols format. We heard readings, sang beloved hymns like “Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming” and “O Little Town of Bethlehem,” and reflected on God’s promise of peace and goodwill. Beautiful music from the choir and bells, heartfelt prayers, and a closing blessing reminded us that Christ’s light shines in the darkness and calls us to share hope and…

December 28 2025 — 9:00 AM Service

Yesterday’s service was a joyful celebration of the Christmas season with scripture, carols, and reflection woven together in a Lessons and Carols format. We heard readings, sang beloved hymns like “Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming” and “O Little Town of Bethlehem,” and reflected on God’s promise of peace and goodwill. Beautiful music from the choir and bells, heartfelt prayers, and a closing blessing reminded us that Christ’s light shines in the darkness and calls us to share hope and…

Christmas Eve 2025

What an unforgettable Christmas tradition! Our midafternoon services were filled with stunning music, featuring the Canticle Choir, Chamber Orchestra, and a professional string quartet, all led by Larry Bach. And the highlight? St. Andrew’s own ‘3 Tenors’; Josh Eidem, Alan Bach, and Tim Graf; bringing the house down while Pastor Peter preached about love, community, and the power of Christ connecting us all!

December 21 2025: 10:30 AM — ‘Rejoice’

This week’s message from Luke 1:46-55 reminded us that Mary’s Magnificat is more than a song of praise—it is a declaration of hope and resistance in a weary world. Pastor Peter shared that joy does not wait for perfect circumstances; it shows up in the middle of hardship as a gift from God. Like Mary and Elizabeth, we are called to pause, notice God’s faithfulness, and rejoice even when life feels overwhelming. As Kate Bowler writes, “Joy doesn’t wait for…

December 21 2025: 9:00 AM — ‘Rejoice’

This week’s message from Luke 1:46-55 reminded us that Mary’s Magnificat is more than a song of praise—it is a declaration of hope and resistance in a weary world. Pastor Peter shared that joy does not wait for perfect circumstances; it shows up in the middle of hardship as a gift from God. Like Mary and Elizabeth, we are called to pause, notice God’s faithfulness, and rejoice even when life feels overwhelming. As Kate Bowler writes, “Joy doesn’t wait for…