TCLC News - July 14, 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

We must pay the most careful attention, therefore, to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away. For since the message spoken through angels was binding, and every violation and disobedience received its just punishment, how shall we escape if we ignore so great a salvation? This salvation, which was first announced by the Lord, was confirmed to us by those who heard him. God also testified to it by signs, wonders and various miracles, and by gifts of the Holy Spirit distributed according to his will. …

— Hebrews 2:1–9 (NIV)

Gracious God, you call us to pay careful attention to what we have heard, so that we do not drift away from the salvation announced in your Son.

As we gather this week for prayer, fellowship, and worship, anchor our hearts to your Word. When the busyness of life pulls us away from what matters most, draw us back with the same grace that first reached us.

May we never grow careless with so great a salvation.

Amen.

New This Week

Last Sunday’s sermon by Pastor Kay on the Parable of the Sower (Matthew 13:1–9, 18–23) prompted a reflection well worth reading. The Parable of the Sower: What Kind of Soil Are You? explores the four types of soil through the lens of Luther’s Church Postil and asks the honest question: where are you right now? Spoiler — your current soil condition is not your final one.

This Week at Triumphant Cross

Note: Sunday School is on summer break through July.

Prayers for Our Church

We lift the following to God in prayer:

Thursday, July 16

• Prayers for the Church, 6:00 PM — Lord, gather your people to intercede for this congregation and the world; may our prayers rise to you as incense, and may all who join leave strengthened in faith.

Saturday, July 18

• P.E.O. Coffee Break, 9:30 AM — We give thanks for those who open our doors to the community; bless the women of P.E.O. as they meet here, and may the warmth of Triumphant Cross be a witness to your love.

Sunday, July 19

• Worship, 10:00 AM — Lord Jesus, gather your people around Word and table this Sunday; open our hearts to what you are speaking, and send us out renewed in your grace.
• Fellowship, 11:00 AM — Thank you for the gift of community; bless our time together after worship, and may our conversations deepen the bonds that hold us as your body.

People and Concerns on Our Hearts

People:

• Zack Enloe
• Vikki Schaar
• Anna Harrell
• Pastor Bob and Alexis
• Pastor Kay and Bruce
• Cindy and all in the TEEM program following God’s Call

Concerns:

• 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