Liturgy for March 29, 2020

March 29th, 2020 | April Karli

King of Glory (You Restore My Soul) (All Sons & Daughters) I know a place where I can find You Here in the valley of the shadow Give me eyes to see where You’re leading me I know a place where I can feel you Here in the freedom of forgiveness Give me strength to hold fast to what I … Read More

Lament Night Compline Prayers

March 26th, 2020 | April Karli

Opening Prayer May God grant us a peaceful night and a perfect end. Amen. Our help is in the Name of the Lord;The maker of heaven and earth. Confession Confession allows us a moment to honestly reveal our hopes and pains.Let us take a moment to reflect on the day and examine our conscience.We’ll and cry out to God as … Read More

Sermon – 3/23/20 – April Karli

March 25th, 2020 | Josh Williams

On Sunday we had a digital liturgy via Zoom. April shared thoughts from Psalm 23 about God’s presence and blessing with us even in the darkest valleys.Scripture and quotes: Psalm 23The Lord is my shepherd, I shall not want.    He makes me lie down in green pastures;he leads me beside still waters;    he restores my soul.He leads me in right paths    for his … Read More

Lighthouse

March 23rd, 2020 | April Karli

Our very own Karen Jordan wrote this song after 9/11. At the time she and Kevin were living in New York. The words are an encouragement in dark times. She created this video for everyone in our community and added images (including some of familiar faces!). We hope the words of the song and accompanying video will encourage you and … Read More

Liturgy for March 22, 2020

March 22nd, 2020 | April Karli

I Saw The Light I wandered so aimless life filled with sin, I wouldn’t let my dear Saviour in Then Jesus came like a stranger in the night Praise the Lord, I saw the light! I saw the Light, I saw the Light No more darkness, no more night Now I’m so happy, no sorrow in sight Praise the Lord! … Read More

Join us for Liturgy March 22, 2020

March 21st, 2020 | April Karli

Tomorrow we will gather for liturgy at 10:30am. Out of love for the health and safety of our neighbors we cannot gather physically. But, as God’s family we know that our connection remains even when we’re apart. Much of our liturgy will be familiar. We have chosen Zoom so that we can see each other’s faces and give opportunity to … Read More

Update About Liturgy

March 13th, 2020 | April Karli

Out of a desire to love our neighbors well, and to limit the number of opportunities for exposure to the Covid19 virus, we have decided not to gather for liturgy this Sunday, March 15.  We are discussing plans for how to best love and stay connected to you, our Austin Mustard Seed community, throughout the duration of the crisis. In … Read More

An Update for COVID-19

March 13th, 2020 | April Karli

“Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid.” John 14:27 In the midst of an unprecedented situation in our lifetimes, we as church leaders are continuing to monitor the COVID-19 crisis. We are engaging with leaders and educational … Read More

A Prayer of Confession During COVID-19

March 9th, 2020 | April Karli

In the midst of rising global and local anxiety around COVID-19, we prayed this prayer yesterday to confess our fears and xenophobia and ask for God’s comfort and courage. Written by Austin Mustard Seed’s liturgist, Mason Parva. Confession allows us a moment to honestly reveal our hopes and pains. Let us cry out to God as a community. God of … Read More

Racial Justice

March 4th, 2020 | April Karli

We recently completed a three week series exploring the theme of racial justice. Pastors Shane Blackshear and April Karli shared hopes for how Austin Mustard Seed can enter into and be challenged by this conversation. If you missed it, you can listen back to week one, week two, and week three (with guest from Be the Bridge and Resurrection Anglican … Read More