Hugging the Kaktus – Week 49Advent begins with an OT prophecy about God’s promise to send a Savior – which He did. God always keeps His Word, the Rock our life and hope is built on. Notice that the name, “the LORD IS our Righteousness” is what SHE will be called. “SHE” is referring to us, the body of believers, also known as the Bride of Christ (see Ephesians 5.25-27. [...]
Ralph A. Aiello ObituaryPlease pray for the family of Ralph A. Aiello, husband of Marilyn Heiber, who many of STL members know. He was called home on December 1. Visitation will be held Thursday, December 5th, from 2 pm to 7 pm, with a Eulogy Service at 7 pm at McCabe Funeral Home, 851 N. Canton Center Rd., Canton. He will lie in state Friday, December 6th, from 10:30 am until the time of his Funeral Mass at 11:00 am at St. Anthony Catholic Church, 409 W. Columbia Ave., Belleville. Following the luncheon a committal service will be held at 2:30 pm at Soop Cemetery, 49250 Old Denton Rd., Belleville. [...]
Back in the Saddle AgainI’ve never been a particular fan of Gene Autry. In fact, it’s likely that the only reason I’m acquainted with this song of his is because of a comedy album by The Firesign Theatre that was regularly quoted in my dorm during my freshman year in college. Thus, to be sure I have the actual words from Mr. Autry, I googled the lyrics before typing them: “I’m back in the saddle again, out where a friend is a friend, where the longhorn cattle feed on the lowly jimson weed. I’m back in the saddle again.” [...]
December 1, 2024 BulletinOur scripture readings focus upon the promises God made through his prophet Isaiah. Isaiah’s ministry began around 740 BC and continued for nearly 60 years. It is generally thought that he spent most of his time in Jerusalem. In both his lifetime and, most importantly, in his revelations, Isaiah saw some of the best (beautiful Gospel) and the worst (sin and rebellion) of things for the people of God. [...]
