JOY
"Joy begins with God's love for sinners in His Son, Jesus Christ. The free gift of salvation is joy. And the joy that fills His disciples overflows in praise to God & love for others. This is 'Joy:fully Lutheran.'
"God's people receive the fullness of this joy as the church regularly gathers to hear the Word & receive the Sacraments. The locations may vary--from rural Iowa to the highlands of Papua New Guinea--but the same Lord feeds His church in all nations. No matter the geography of their dwelling, abiding in Christ, the church is full of joy.
"Lutheran schools teach this joy & provide opportunities for children to learn as God's own children. Some congregations invite students from public schools for an after-school time of fellowship around the Word of God.
"Lutherans share the joy of Christ in their service to neighbor. Whether it be through after-school programs or individuals loving through their vocation, the people of the LCMS love with the love they have received from their Heavenly Father. And with that love they share the Savior's joy." --The Lutheran Witness, Aug. 2019
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