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Mercy, not sacrificeDear Beautiful Savior, There is a rabbinic story that came to me this week. A student once asked his Rabbi, "How do we know when night has ended and day has begun?" One student answered, "When you can look into the distance and tell the difference between a sheep and a dog." Another answered, "When you can distinguish a fig tree from an olive tree." "No,” he said. "Day begins when you can look into the face of another human being and recognize your sister or your brother. Until then, it is still night." This week’s Gospel lesson is from St. Matthew. Jesus calls a tax collector and is seen eating with him and other sinners who the Pharisees didn't like. Jesus reminds us that he desires mercy, not sacrifice. Jesus has come to call sinners not the righteous. Our world continues to love the night, not being able to discern the face of another human being. The poem, The New Colossus by Emma Lazarus, on the Statue of Liberty gives us another take on mercy.... |
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Upcoming EventsSunday, June 7 – Special Congregation Meeting in Werner Hall after worship, the only item on the agenda will be the Vote to Call Pastor Annemarie Burke. Tuesday, June 9—Craft day at 10am-1pm in the craft room. Want to learn something new and get creative? For the summer our women’s bible study group invites everyone to come out and learn a new craft. Bring your own lunch, enjoy fellowship, learn a craft, and have some fun. Tuesday, June 9—Pint with the People at 6:30pm at Catalina Brewing (6918 N Camino Martin). Looking for real conversations about life, faith, and everything in between? Pull up a chair and join us. Whether you’re full of questions, deep in your faith, or just curious, you belong here. Bring a friend (or come solo and make new ones)! Cheers to good conversations and even better people—see you there! Thursday, June 11 – The Church Office is closed for Synod Assembly. Thursday, June 11 to Saturday, June 13 – Grand Canyon Synod Assembly at Love of Christ Lutheran Church in Mesa, Arizona. We gather under the theme, “Rooted in God’s Story.” Watch live on Love of Christ Lutheran’s Facebook Page, https://www.facebook.com/LOCLC/live_videos Next Sunday, June 14 – There will be no Coffee Fellowship (LLL) after worship as we set up for Pastor Richard’s Memorial Service. Sunday, June 14 – Pastor Richard Mauthe Memorial Service at 11am with a reception in Werner Hall to follow the service. All are invited to celebrate the life of Pastor Richard and to share stories & fellowship. |
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News & EventsMastering Money: Stewardship Webinar on Budgeting, Planning, and Generous Living. How we manage money is deeply connected to how we live out our faith. The Grand Canyon Synod Stewardship Team invites congregational leaders and members alike to a practical and faith-centered webinar, “Mastering Money: Budgeting, Planning, and Living Generously,” on Wednesday, July 15, 2026, from 6:30–8:00 PM (Arizona and Nevada time). Register for the Webinar at https://www.gcsynod.org/news/mastering-money-stewardship-webinar-on-budgeting-planning-and-generous-living As Lutherans, we understand stewardship as more than finances alone—it is about responding to God’s abundance with gratitude, wisdom, and generosity. Thoughtful planning can help free us to live more intentionally and support the ministries and communities we care about. “All Together in One Place”: A Pastoral Word for a Divided Time. In a new monthly series titled All Together in One Place, Presiding Bishop Rev. Yehiel Curry reflects on faith, division, justice, and Christian unity in a complex time. Rooted in Pentecost and Lutheran theology, the series aims to offer a pastoral word grounded in Scripture, deep listening, and shared life in Christ. Read Bishop Curry’s message at https://www.elca.org/news/all-together-in-one-place |
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A Big Thank You!!A Big Thank You, to all our amazing volunteers, especially Randy Karrer and Andy Anderson, who helped out last week to install the smartboards in the Academy classrooms. We are deeply grateful for the time, talents, energy, and care so many of you generously shared. Your willingness to serve helps keep our campus beautiful and welcoming. |
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Sunday WorshipWelcome into our community today as we seek to follow the one who gathers us. We gather in the unity of Christ and are all invited to the Lord’s Table. He is the host —we are all guests. We celebrate that Jesus came to us and continues to come to us. In faith we receive the body and blood of our Lord and Savior. We believe that he did this “for you.” We welcome ALL to Communion for it is the Lord’s Table and Jesus’s gift of grace to the world. Join us in-person, on Facebook Live at Beautifulsaviortucson, and on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88641186563 Meeting ID: 886 4118 6563 and Passcode: 188820 |
