The Conversion of Paul
May 4, 2025 – Third Sunday of Easter
Rev. Dr. Walter Maier III

Paul was a fierce enemy of Christianity, so his conversion to faith in Jesus was an amazing event. This was totally unexpected. But God can do anything because of His almighty power and because of His awesome grace, mercy, and love.

Sermon Text: Acts 9:1-9, 17-20
Readings: Psalm 30:1-5; Acts 9:1-9, 17-20; John 21:1-14

Featured Choir: St. John Adult Choir, Indianapolis, IN

Featured Art and Architecture: Savior of All Lutheran Church, Cartersville, GA

Compassionate Pursuit
May 11, 2025 – Fourth Sunday of Easter (Good Shepherd Sunday)
Rev. Dr. Thomas Ahlersmeyer

The Bible identifies Jesus Christ as both “The Lamb” and “The Good Shepherd.” Jesus Christ, The Lamb, has endured every pain inflicted by a sin-broken world. Jesus Christ, The Good Shepherd, pursues us with goodness and mercy “all the days of my life” (Psalm 23:6 ESV).

Sermon Text: Psalm 23:6
Readings: Psalm 23; Revelation 7:9-17; John 10:22-30

Featured Choirs:
- St. Paul Singing Saints, St. Paul Lutheran High School, Concordia, MO
- Holy Cross Angelis Choir, Holy Cross Lutheran School, Fort Wayne, IN
- Junior Choir, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne, IN

Featured Art and Architecture: LCMS-U at Ball State, Muncie, IN

Hearts Will Rejoice!
May 18, 2025 – Fifth Sunday of Easter
Rev. Shayne Jonker

“You will be sorrowful, but your sorrow will turn into joy” (John 16:20 ESV). You will have sorrow because this is a fallen world. But your sorrow will turn into joy because Jesus has taken your sorrow upon Himself on the cross and to the grave. He is risen, victorious over sin death and the devil and yes, even your sorrow.

Sermon Text: John 16:20
Readings: Psalm 148; Revelation 21:1-7; John 16:12-22

Featured Choir:
- Adult Choir, St. John Lutheran Church, Sherwood, OH
- LWML Indiana District Choir
- Jubilate, St. Paul Lutheran School, Munster, IN

Featured Art and Architecture: Bethlehem Lutheran Church, Indianapolis, IN

Here She Comes!
May 25, 2025 – Sixth Sunday of Easter
Rev. William Mueller

Toward the end of the great revelation, the Lord Jesus gave His Apostle John a glimpse of the church (the totality of all who have believed in Jesus) after the return of Christ. What a glorious picture it is –– a picture that gives hope and comfort to worn and worried Christians … like you and me!

Sermon Text: Revelation 21:9-14, 21-27
Readings: Psalm 67; Revelation 21:9-14, 21-27; John 16:23-33

Featured Choirs:
- Adult Choir, St. Paul (Preble) Lutheran Church, Decatur, IN
- Junior Choir, Holy Cross Lutheran Church, Fort Wayne, IN

Featured Art and Architecture: St. John Lutheran Church, Seward, NE

Why Did He Leave?
June 1, 2025 – The Ascension of Our Lord
Rev. Paul Shoemaker    

Many times, people have wondered, “Why did Jesus leave the earth?” Would it not have been better for Him to remain? Jesus’ work on earth was done. It was time to return to heaven. Join us on Worship Anew as we discuss the reasons why Jesus ascended to heaven.

Sermon Text: Luke 24:44-53
Readings: Psalm 47; Acts 1:1-11; Luke 24:44-53

Featured Choirs: St. Paul Lutheran Jubilate, Munster, IN; St. John Lutheran Adult Choir, Indianapolis, IN

Featured Art and Architecture: St. John Lutheran Church, Indianapolis, IN

Reason to Celebrate!
June 8, 2025 – The Day of Pentecost
Rev. Dr. Lawrence Rast Jr. (Guest Pastor)

We celebrate every Sunday in the Church. And on Pentecost we see Jesus keep His promise to send His Holy Spirit. That is reason to celebrate!

Sermon Text: John 14:23
Readings: Psalm 143; Acts 2:1-21; John 14:23-31

Featured Choir: Holy Cross Lutheran Men’s Chorus, Fort Wayne, IN

Featured Art and Architecture: Concordia Theological Seminary, Fort Wayne, IN

Surprised by the Trinity
June 15, 2025 – Holy Trinity Sunday
Rev. Scott Zeckzer     

Do you like surprises? Our God is a God of surprises. Tune in to Worship Anew and hear the surprises God has for you.

Sermon Text: John 8:58
Readings: Psalm 8; Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31; John 8:48-59

Featured Choir: St. Paul Lutheran Jubilate, Munster, IN

Featured Art and Architecture: Emanuel Lutheran Church, New Haven, IN

Adopted by God
June 22, 2025 – Second Sunday after Pentecost
Rev. Dr. Walter Maier III     

Despite the fact that by nature we were enemies of God, He in His love and grace made us his children. We have been adopted by God. That means for us tremendous blessings in this life and in future glories.

Sermon Text: Galatians 4:4-5
Readings: Psalm 3:1-8; Galatians 4:4-5; Luke 8:26-39

Featured Choir: St. Paul Lutheran Jubilate, Munster, IN

Featured Art and Architecture: King of Kings Lutheran Church, Jasper, GA

The Heavenward Walk
June 29, 2025 – Third Sunday after Pentecost
Rev. Dr. Thomas Ahlersmeyer

Where are you going and how will you get there? Today Jesus begins the journey that will take Him to the cross, the empty tomb, and the right hand of His Father. He called people then and calls us today, to follow Him on The Heavenward Walk.

Sermon Text: Luke 9:51, 57-62
Readings: Psalm 16; Galatians 5:1, 13-25; Luke 9:51, 57-62

Featured Choirs: Holy Cross Lutheran Treble Choir and Angelis Choir, Fort Wayne, IN

Featured Art and Architecture: Timothy Lutheran Church, Woodstock, GA