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Welcome to Spirit of Truth Lutheran Church

Spirit of Truth Lutheran Church is a caring, authentic family of God committed to the authority of the Bible as the inspired Word of God. We find joy in taking care of God’s people through missions. In keeping with the Lutheran Confessions, we are:

Christ Centered

Everything we believe revolves around Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, and what He has done for all of us.

Mission Driven

Following Jesus’ example and the Great Commission given in Matthew 28, we seek to serve, to go, and to make disciples of all nations.

Traditionally Grounded

We stand on Biblical truth, following in the footsteps of the great cloud of witnesses who have gone before us.

Congregationally Focused

We seek to love and care for each other in church and out in the world, just as Jesus would.

Testimonials

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– Jane Ellis

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Our Schedule

Sunday Worship Service

Join us for praise and worship, prayer, fellowship, and a sermon based on God’s Word.

Sunday School

Learn more about the Bible and ways you can live out your faith alongside friends and fellow believers.

Youth Group

We provide fun activities, outreach, trips, and volunteer opportunities for youth in middle school and high school.

Adult Bible Study

Dig deeper into Scripture and how it impacts our lives in our men’s group, women’s group, and Bible studies for all.

There are several gatherings and small group meetings throughout the week

Missions

As a missions-driven congregation, we support over 20 different missions organizations and evangelism initiatives in the Brandon and Sioux Falls area and around the world.

Books, Audio Books & Movies

Incorporate faith into every area of your life with our growing library of physical and downloadable books, CDs and DVDs for all ages. These are free to check out from the church library or our Bookshelf app.

This Week’s Message

Christ the King Sunday – November 24, 2024 – 9:30am

The Common Thread

In one of the “realities” of Philip K. Dick’s The Man in the High Castle, the German Reich is well on its way to a thousand year rule. In the real world, there is one who has reigned forever, for he is the beginning and the end. A multitude of rulers have challenged the King of kings. Nonetheless, he alone reigns in holiness. The Son of Man, who is and was and is to come, will return with power and great glory to judge all who have ever lived. Those who had faith in God until the end, who stayed awake and remained on guard, will be saved.

First Reading – Isaiah 51:4-6

The Word of the Lord came to Isaiah for God’s people who were in exile in Babylon. God promised that he would send his servant to the faithful remnant of Israel. He vowed to free them from exile but also to reunite them with the rest of their people. Through these actions, God will bring justice which will be a light to his people. 

Psalm – Psalm 93:1-5

Luther thought of these floods that lift up their voice as the apostles teaching with the power of the gospel. Whatever allegory or personification we make of the psalm, one thing is sure: the Lord reigns with power. He is mightier than the crashing waves that wear down rock over time. His throne was established long before rock or wave came into existence and he will reign long after it has all passed away.

Second Reading – Revelation 1:4b-8

John begins his revelation with words that need remembering chapters later when beasts and dragon and Antichrist make their appearance. In the time of trial we must remember that there is abundant and sufficient grace and peace available from the eternal Father and from his Spirit and Son. This pierced one who is the eternal Beginning and End has freed us from our sins by his blood and made the Church his everlasting kingdom.

Gospel – Mark 13:24-37

No one knows the day of Christ’s returning. Jesus said that even he did not know when he would return. So, we should not be concerned with times and dates. Instead, our interest should be the same as Jesus’ (Luke 2:49). Until he does return, we should be alert and wakeful, doing the work of the gospel. 

Our Servant Leaders

Spirit of Truth Lutheran Church is led by a faithful team of staff members and many engaged volunteers.

Jim Steen

Pastor

Linda Hoeck

Administrative Secretary

Claudia Abraham

Music Coordinator

Frequently Asked Questions

We praise God with traditional Lutheran liturgy and hymns. We use the RECLAIM Hymnal for Church and Home. It also contains prayers and Luther’s Small Catechism to use with your family at home.
All who have faith in the Lord Jesus Christ for your salvation and are aware that he is present in the bread and wine are invited to receive Holy Communion.
Talk with Pastor Steen if you would like to become a member. New member classes are scheduled at various times throughout the year.
Contact Pastor Jim Steen if you are planning a wedding and are interested in having the ceremony in our church. He will schedule counseling sessions based on the needs and schedules of the couple.
We encourage families to worship together. We feel the noises of children during worship is a sign of a growing congregation. We do not have a staffed nursery. There is a cryroom/nursery at the rear of the sanctuary for those times when little ones become “inconsolable”. A diaper changing station is located in the west end of the church office area.
Submit prayer requests for the bulletin to the church office. If you desire more privacy, speak directly to Pastor Steen.
There are so many ways to serve at Spirit of Truth. The way you serve will be determined on your interest and availability. We have teams set up to cover many areas of our church life. Speak to someone at church, or give the office a call, and we’ll begin a conversation about ways you can become engaged in the activities of Spirit of Truth!