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Upcoming Events

Family Fun Day at Messiah on January 17

Join us for a cozy, fun-filled puzzle making afternoon at Messiah! All are welcome!

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Sermon Series - On Our Way Home: A Journey Through the Lord's Prayer

Join us each week as we discover that the Lord's Prayer is more than a recitation—it's a roadmap home. Whether you've prayed these words a thousand times or you're hearing them with fresh ears, there's room at the Father's table for you.

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Celebrate Advent & Christmas Eve at Messiah

Celebrate Advent at Messiah. See service times throughout the Advent season including Christmas Eve services.

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The Chosen Season 3 Bible Study: Thursdays at Noon

Join us Thursdays at noon as we journey together through powerful episodes and Scripture reflections that explore what it means to follow Jesus when the path isn’t easy.

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Adult Bible Study at Messiah This Fall

Rediscover Your Faith with our Adult Bible Study at Messiah Lutheran Church. As we settle into the rhythm of fall, we’re excited to invite you to a special Adult Bible Study led by Pastor Jeff Johnson.

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Monthly Women’s Circle Bible Studies

Join us for a Bible Study called “12 Daring Women of the Bible.” This Bible study helps participants learn to live through life's failures and successes, draw near to God in a world of trials, and find contentment in all circumstances. Women's Circle Book Studies meet on the second Tuesday of the month in the Messiah Conference Room with two chances to join. Rachel's Circle meets from 9:30 - 10:30 AM. Anna's Circle meets from 6:30 - 7:30 PM. We hope to have you join us soon!

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Celebrating 75 Years At Messiah Lutheran Fargo

Celebrating 75 Years of Ministry at Messiah Lutheran! In 2025, Messiah Lutheran Church in Fargo celebrated 75 years of being Messengers...

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Sept. 14-24, 2026 | Germany Trip

Would you like to walk in Martin Luther's steps? See the itinerary & other details today.

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Death and Life - Devotion for August 25

Another one of my favorite artists is Gustav Klimt (I admit, I have a lot of favorites!). A few years ago, I had the chance to visit...

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Once And For All - Devotion for August 18

But the gospel doesn’t call us to try harder; it calls us to trust deeper. Our salvation doesn’t rest on our ability to muster up more faith—it rests on the Lamb who gave himself for us.

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A Seat At The Table - Devotion for August 11

So if you're weary, lonely, or wondering if there’s a place for you—hear this: there is a place at the table. All is ready.

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Go Out Into The Deep - Devotion for August 4

So maybe today, Jesus is calling you into deeper waters too. Maybe he’s nudging you to take a risk, to step out in faith, even if it doesn’t seem logical. Just remember: he’s with you in the boat.

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The Beauty We Long For - Devotion for July 28

One of the “must-sees” in my trip to Rome was The Birth of Venus by Botticelli. When I walked into the room in which it hung, it took my breath away. This is one of the most iconic paintings of the Italian Renaissance. It depicts the Roman goddess Venus emerging from the seas, standing on a scallop shell. According to classical mythology, Venus was born from sea foam—the moment captured in the painting. The wind Gods are on the left, blowing her toward shore. The goddess Hor

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The Sacrifice of Isaac - Devotion for July 21

Years later, another Son would carry his own wood. Climb another hill. But this time, there would be no angel to stay the hand. Jesus would be the Lamb. The substitute. The One who laid down his life so we could go free.

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Hey, You're Coming With Me: Devotion for July 14

I can’t help but wonder: what if Jesus caught me in one of my greedy moments?

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The Freedom To Relax: Devotion for July 7

Jesus offers a kind of freedom that lifts the weight of performance and replaces it with grace. We’re not perfect—but we are perfectly loved. And that changes everything. So take a breath. You’re free.

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“The Zemstvo Dines,” by Myasoedov Grigory Grigorievich, 1872. Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow.

Give Us This Day : Devotional for Monday, June 23

“The Zemstvo Dines,” by Myasoedov Grigory Grigorievich, 1872. Tretyakov Gallery, Moscow.

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Featured art: James Ward, Ignorance, Envy and Jealousy, 1829, Shakespeare Memorial Theatre in Stratford-upon-Avon

Truth, Dressed in Light: Devotional For Monday, June 16

Which of the three—ignorance, envy, or jealousy—has the strongest grip on me right now? The good news? Truth, dressed in light, is not afraid of your darkness.

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