TCLC News - August 20, 2026

Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ!

Here is a look at what’s happening at Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church this week.

A Word for This Week

If any of you has a dispute with another, do you dare to take it before the ungodly for judgment instead of before the Lord’s people? Or do you not know that the Lord’s people will judge the world? And if you are to judge the world, are you not competent to judge trivial cases? Do you not know that we will judge angels? How much more the things of this life! Therefore, if you have disputes about such matters, do you ask for a ruling from those whose way of life is scorned in the church? I say this to shame you. Is it possible that there is nobody among you wise enough to judge a dispute between believers?…

— 1 Corinthians 6:1-11 (NIV)

Gracious God, you have called us to be your people. Washed, sanctified, and justified in the name of your Son.

As we enter this week, help us to treat one another with the dignity of those who bear your name.

Where disputes arise, grant us the wisdom to seek reconciliation rather than judgment.

May we live as those transformed by your grace, reflecting the love of Christ to one another and to our community.

Amen.

New This Week

• The Canaanite Woman: Bold Faith That Broke Every Boundary — Ms. Sissy’s sermon on Matthew 15 follows an outsider whose persistence and faith put the disciples to shame. A reflection on what it means to break boundaries and welcome all to the table.

This Week at Triumphant Cross

Prayers for Our Church

We lift the following to God in prayer:

Thursday, August 20

• Prayers for the Church, 6:00 PM — Lord, gather us as we come before you in prayer this evening; send your Holy Spirit to guide and bless all who participate, and may our voices rise together as one.

Sunday, August 23

• Worship, 10:00 AM — Bless all who lead and all who gather this Sunday; may our worship draw each of us closer to Christ.
• Fellowship, 11:00 AM — Thank and bless those who prepare and serve; may our time together deepen our bonds as a community of faith.

People and Concerns on Our Hearts

People:

• Pastor Jonathon Hemphill for healing
• Jane and Barbie Schneckloth
• Cindy and all in the TEEM program following God’s Call

Concerns:

• The 8 million people who continue to suffer with Long Covid
• All the victims of gun violence
• Improved health and peace for those facing chronic illness
• Safety for those in the military, all first responders, and their families
• For those praying for peace in war-torn countries
• Comfort and belonging for those who feel isolated
• Guidance for Bishop Kevin Strickland and the SE Synod staff
• For our Church that we will do God’s Will in the Community
• For Missionaries that are spreading God’s message throughout the world

Our address and directions are on our Contact page.

We are grateful for each of you. See you Sunday!

In Christ, Triumphant Cross Lutheran Church Dothan, Alabama