Fourth Sunday of Advent (Year A) 2022
After lighting the 4th candle on the Advent wreath, we hear the birth story according to St. Matthew. After laying out his genealogy in the first 17 verses, Matthew tells us a story that might not have happened had it not been for God's...
Third Sunday of Advent 2022
"Are you the one or should we wait for another?" Even John the Baptist, when pressed by the powers of this world, begins to question what he signed on for, Christians can find hope that, when doubt, fear, resentment, and hopelessness...
Second Sunday of Advent – Youh Sunday 2022
It is today that the youth of the congregation lead the majority of the worship service. Certainly, in a convention, non-conventional service, the youth of the congregation take the lead from reading scripture to communion assistants. This...
First Sunday of Advent
And so it begins, a new church season. The season of Advent begins in the year of Matthew. This specific gospel perspective will make specific connections to the Old Testament to provide the context for who Jesus is; the prophetic...
The Reign of Christ – Christ the King Sunday
"Integrity is choosing courage over comfort. It's choosing what's right over what's fun, fast, or easy; and it's practicing your values, not just professing them." - Brene Brown, Dare to Lead The integrity of our king is shown in the words...
Service of the Word – 23rd Sunday after Pentecost
Recalling the destruction of the Temple, the gospel writer Luke reminds us that Jesus addressed the temporal nature of things. It's not supposed to last forever. And when it seems like things, the world, and our lives are going sideways,...
Music
Apart from the preaching of the word, music is the highest form of praise for God. The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther impressed upon the church that music ought to be an integral part of its life. Christ Mertz has taken hold of this suggestion and has a history of musical excellence. From organ and piano to choral music, handbells, along with modern-day instrumentation, Christ Mertz has sought to embrace as many musical options to proclaim the majesty of God.
If you would be interested in singing in the vocal choir, ringing handbells with the handbell choir, playing with the “Band,” simply contact the church office and we will put you in touch with the appropriate person.
Christ (Mertz) Lutheran Church
The community of Christ Mertz Lutheran Church prioritizes always reaching out to our surrounding community. With its faith in Jesus Christ, a helping hand to those in need, and being part of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, we are able to help beyond our borders. We continue to look forward and pray that God blesses our efforts and uses us to proclaim the Good News. Just as those settlers, our ancestors strived to do so many years ago.
Location
16 Fleetwood Road · Fleetwood, PA 19522
Office Hours
Monday - Friday: 9 AM - 1 PM