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Christ the King Sunday – November 23, 2025

We gather on Christ the King Sunday 
 November 23 –  10 am worship

“Jesus remember me when you come into your kingdom”  Luke 23:42

Jeremiah’s promise of the execution of “justice and righteousness in the land” finds ironic fulfillment in the execution of Jesus of Nazareth, the King of the Jews. It appears utterly contradictory that a king should be crucified with a criminal. This victory appears for all the world as humiliating defeat. Yet through the gate of death Jesus opens the door to paradise.

You can also participate in worship through the livestream and recording at www.ststephenslutheran.org. 

There is usually a Children’s Church / Sunday School program planned during worship. Please contact Leslie Lapp 476-4700 for more info. The Family Room is always available adjacent to the sanctuary for little one’s activities if you need it. We love having children in church and all that brings as part of worship!

Coffee Fellowship:  Please contact our Church Administrator Leslie if you are willing to host. We need you!

 Upcoming Events: 

Tis the season for Sharing Christmas Joy.  See sign ups: 

  • St. Nicks for Seniors   surprises in their shoes. (To learn of the tradition see www.stnicholascenter.org)   Ideas:  slipper sox, tea bags, chocolate coins, note pads, inspirational stuff. Due December 1st.
  • Angel Tree    “Adopt a Family” Volunteer Center.  Return children’s gifts by December 7.
  • ELCA Good Gifts & God’s Global Barnyard   creative meaningful ways to support better lives. www.goodgifts@elca.org    

Other events:

  • Thursdays – Men’s A.A. 7:00 pm Fireside room
  • Fridays –  A.A. 7:00 pm Fellowship Hall
  • Sun. Nov. 23 – Stewardship Sunday & Children’s turkey trot & Thanksgiving Potluck (turkey provided 😊)
  • Nov. 24 – Dec. 3 – El Salvador delegation
  • Tues. Nov. 25 – Scouts 6:00 pm
  • Wed. Nov. 26 – Newsletter Collating 2:00 pm helpers needed
  • Wed. Dec. 1 – Preschool Chapel 10:15 am
  • Wed. Dec. 2 – Dec. 17th at 7:30 pm ZOOM – Matthew Bible Study “The Gospel of Promised Blessings” by Dr. Matthew Skinner  book available $12.50 on line, or with Christa for $14 christawynekengarcia@gmail.com
  • Thurs. Dec. 4 & 18 – Women’s Café Group 6:00 pm Fellowship Hall
  • Nov. 29 – AFC Shelter Dinners 5:45pm St. Johns Aptos.  Sign up to provide (one of the following)  main course, salad, dessert & breakfast.  We need 2 people to be present & serve the meal.  St. Stephen’s is responsible for the 5th Saturday of each month.  We are all worthy of dignity and connection.  Let’s assist them to a better life.  2026:  Jan. 31, May 30, Aug. 29, and Oct. 31.
  • Tues. Dec. 2  – Trinity Tuesday 6:30 pm local pub (Discretion Brewing Co. 41st Ave. )
    1 hour, 1 faith question, 1 drink    Info. Kathy Allen 430-6359
  • Fri. Dec. 5 – St. Nick surprise deliveries
  • Sun. Dec. 7 –  Christmas Pageant
  • Thurs. Dec. 11 – MMRR Circle 10:30 am
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