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Who is the Good Samaritan?
The Good Samaritan story is one that is rich, layered, and has depth. It sticks in your ribs, doesn’t it? It’s a story that you know well...
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Jul 92 min read


I have Questions
So I’m prepping a sermon for Sunday based on Luke 10:1-20 where Jesus sends 72 Disciples ahead of him to heal the sick & tell of his...
swendler1
Jul 22 min read


“For everything there is a season, and a time for every matter under heaven…”
Ecclesiastes 3:1 My Beloved CtK Partners, There is no easy way to share this news, except the season has come for me to say I have...
swendler1
Jun 252 min read


Come to the Table – There’s a Place for YOU!
Summer is in full swing, and the joyful anticipation in our church is unmistakable— Vacation Bible School is coming soon! August 10 –...
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Jun 182 min read


🌈 Happy Pride Month!
As we step into Pride Month, we celebrate the beauty, dignity, and belovedness of our LGBTQIA+ siblings. This is a time of joy,...
swendler1
Jun 122 min read


Ministry on Water
Chapel on the Lakes “No synonym for God is so perfect as Beauty. Whether as seen carving the lines of the mountains with glaciers, or...
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Jun 42 min read


My Christ Led Journey with Dogs
Hebrews 10:24 And let us consider how we can stimulate one another to love and to do good works. I have been around dogs my entire...
swendler1
May 274 min read


A new chapter begins
To my dearest Christ the King family. 1 Corinthians 16:14 “Let all that you do be done in love” There will never be enough words or...
swendler1
May 214 min read


So we do not lose heart
Even though our outer nature is wasting away, our inner nature is being renewed day by day. For this slight momentary affliction is...
swendler1
May 142 min read


Generosity!
We are deeply grateful for the continued support and contributions each of you has made. Your generosity has allowed us to inspire the...
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May 62 min read


God’s Ministry
Lauren Schuette Res-A-Wreck Automotive is providing Hope and Mobility, one vehicle at a time. We believe we are decreasing the poverty...
swendler1
Apr 301 min read


Death Is Not the End of the Story
In the video linked, Bishop Anne Edison-Albright of the East Central Synod of Wisconsin (ELCA) shares a message for Easter 2025: "God...
swendler1
Apr 221 min read


CtK Work day
We are planning a work day for building maintenance, repair and upkeep for Saturday April 26th from 8 am until noon. Thrivent Action...
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Apr 152 min read


Palms, Bread, Nails & Tombs
We are Easter People! Ah, the exciting childhood memories of Easter - decorating easter eggs, egg hunts, chocolate easter bunnies,...
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Apr 92 min read


Who is Mary of Bethany?
This week we will hear the story of Mary’s faith in action. It takes place in the little city east of Jerusalem named Bethany. It is at...
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Apr 22 min read


A Time for Thanks
Lent is the time of reflection, spiritual growth, and a time to discover anew the presence of Christ in our lives. No Alleluias until...
swendler1
Mar 261 min read


Star Wars, Star Trek, Star Words
Honestly, this blog has nothing to do with Star Wars or Star Trek other than the use of the word “star.” However, if I captured your...
swendler1
Mar 192 min read


For Your Consideration: A Spiritual Home
Sunday’s sermon will prompt the question, where is your spiritual home? Where is the place that makes you feel safe? When life gets...
swendler1
Mar 124 min read


The Final Count is in...
The youth have been doing a coin war for the last month, and we have the final count and result. First, I am so incredibly proud of our...
swendler1
Mar 41 min read


Red Alert
Last Wednesday evening (2.19) as we got ready for Christ Ed and Confirmation we noticed the WiFi wasn't working - that means no...
swendler1
Feb 262 min read
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