Pastor Ed Rudiger
I offer exciting sermons, insightful lessons and joy-filled weddings.
Sligo Presbyterian Church is a host site for the 2024 Sligo Homes for the Holidays Bazaar on Thursday, November 7 through Saturday, November 9. We’ll be open to the public each clay from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Come by for lunch and choose from a variety of different soups, sandwiches, beverages, and desserts. Some local crafters will be here, and you may buy our homemade soups by the quart.
Sligo Presbyterian Church is a smoke-free, handicapped-accessible building. If you're a vender and would like to rent space, you may complete the application at the link below.
https://forms.gle/hG9MkEK8BSTe2gXj7
We can offer specific daily prayers for our community, nation and world. Between Monday, September 2 and Sunday, September 8, we'll lay before God the needs listed below.
Monday, September 2, 2024 - That we celebrate the gifts and talents that God has given us.
Tuesday, September 3, 2024 - That people take seriously God's call to be good stewards of creation.
Wednesday, September 4, 2024 - That fathers and mothers in every American household would exercise godliness.
Thursday, September 5, 2024 - That students would have a passion for God.
Friday, September 6, 2024 - That nations work to secure and enhance international peace.
Saturday, September 7, 2024 - That we chose to show generosity and compassion to the poor and the needy.
Sunday, September 8, 2024 - That we work together to protect the natural environment that's been entrusted to our care.
On Sunday, September 1, Sligo Presbyterian Church will lift to God the following needs:
Arnold Bowser
Barbara Yarchuk
Betty Milanovich
Betty Phillips
Betty Terwint
Bill Wingard
Bob Shook
Bob Varner
Bus Clark
Butch
Carol Carr
Charles Truitt
Chris Sibert
Corbin
Dan Kemp
David Glatt
Donnie Wirt Sr.
Duane Quinn
Elaine Shadiow
Elizabeth
Erik
Francis Maines
Gabe
Haylee
Jane
Jeb Rapp
Jerry Shook
Jim Mahle
Jim Mason
Joanne Over
Joe Amato
Justi Smith
Lana Todd
Levi Jack
Lori Myers
Margie Henry
Mary Foringer
Mary Lou McCormack
Mason Martin
Matt
Michael Curran
Nick Shoup
Patty Divins
Patty Selle
Randy Frampton
Randy Patterson
Rick Shadiow
Robb Summerville
Roberta Fetterman
Ron & Shelly Haines
Ron Lerch
Rose
Rowan Pinson
Ryan Cornecki & Family
Tadd French
Tamlynn
The Family of Jack Gilbert
The Family of John Saylor
Van Watkins
Velma Stewart
Wes Summerville
Zach Schieberl
As a denomination, the Presbyterian Church (USA) has some guiding principles that shape our mission. They’re called The Great Ends of the Church, six statements written in the early 20th century that guide both the vision and work of the Presbyterian Church. And that’s going to be our focus during this series.
On Sunday, we’ll continue the series by looking at the fourth great end of the church: the preservation of the truth. Below is the bulletin for the service. You can stream the service by going to the Sligo Presbyterian Church YouTube Channel on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. (EDT).
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEgNpzIXdaeYUG58CZi9Z2Q
You can hear a podcast of the service at the Sligo Presbyterian Church YouTube Channel or the Sligo Presbyterian Spotify Page.
During the Summer, the SPC Adult Sunday School Class will look at expressions of Christian hope both in this present age and in the glorious future God is preparing for us. Below is a recording of our last discussion.
As a denomination, the Presbyterian Church (USA) has some guiding principles that shape our mission. They’re called The Great Ends of the Church, six statements written in the early 20th century that guide both the vision and work of the Presbyterian Church. And that’s going to be our focus during this series. You see, during the next six weeks, we’ll look at each one, seeking to understand what it means and how we can accomplish it within our community.
On Sunday, we continued the series by looking at the third great end of the church: The maintenance of divine worship. Below is a recording of the service, a recording of the sermon and a copy of the bulletin. You can stream the service by going to the Sligo Presbyterian Church YouTube Channel on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. (EDT). You can hear a podcast of the service at the Sligo Presbyterian Church YouTube Channel or the Sligo Presbyterian Spotify Page.
As a denomination, the Presbyterian Church (USA) has some guiding principles that shape our mission. They’re called The Great Ends of the Church, six statements written in the early 20th century that guide both the vision and work of the Presbyterian Church. And that’s going to be our focus during this series. You see, during the next six weeks, we’ll look at each one, seeking to understand what it means and how we can accomplish it within our community.
On Sunday, we continued the series by looking at the third great end of the church: The maintenance of divine worship. Below is the text and a recording of the sermon. You can stream the service by going to the Sligo Presbyterian Church YouTube Channel on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. (EDT). You can hear a podcast of the service at the Sligo Presbyterian Church YouTube Channel or the Sligo Presbyterian Spotify Page.
As Christians, we can offer specific daily prayers for our community, nation and world. Below is the need that we're laying before God today.
That loving families would be valued and protected by all authorities in this nation.
English radio presenter and journalist, John Peel wrote, "I never make stupid mistakes. Only very, very clever ones."
Shakey went to a psychiatrist. "Doc," he said, "I've got trouble. Every time I get into bed, I think there's somebody under it. I get under the bed, I think there's somebody on top of it. Top, under, top, under ... you gotta help me, I'm going crazy!"
"Just put yourself in my hands for two years," said the shrink. "Come to me three times a week, and I'll cure your fears."
"How much do you charge?"
"A hundred dollars per visit."
"I'll sleep on it," said Shakey.
Six months later the doctor met Shakey on the street.
"Why didn't you ever come to see me again?" asked the psychiatrist.
"For a hundred buck's a visit? A bartender cured me for ten dollars."
"Is that so! How?"
"He told me to cut the legs off the bed!"
Let's read the Bible together in the next year. Today, our passages are Job 34:1–36:33; 2 Corinthians 4:1-12; Psalm 44:1-8; and Proverbs 22:10-12.
Bible Readings for August 30, 2024 Let's read the Bible togethe r in the next year. Today, our passages are Job 34:1–36:33; 2 Corinthians 4:1-12; Psalm 44:1-8; and Proverb...
As we enter the narrative offered in the books of the Kings, the nation of Israel is at the peak of its power and influence. By the end of the story, the children of God have become a captive people, living far from the land promised to Abraham, conquered by Joshua and ruled by David.
During our twelfth session, we discussed Jehu and Joash (2 Kings 9:1–12:21). Below is a recording of our discussion.
God and His Rebellious Children: A Study of First and Second Kings (Jehu and Joash - 2 Kings 9:1–12:21) by Sligo Presbyterian Church As we enter the narrative offered in the books of the Kings, the nation of Israel is at the peak of its power and influence. By the end of the story, the children of God have become a captive people, living far from the land promised to Abraham, conquered by Joshua and ruled by David. Join us as we....
Only those who are truly aware of their sin can truly cherish grace. - C. J. Mahaney
“Faith in Christ Jesus is what makes each of you equal with each other, whether you are a Jew or a Greek, a slave or a free person, a man or a woman.” (Galatians 3:28 - Contemporary English Version) The divisions of the past aren't valid for those who follow Jesus Christ. When we trust in God's irresistible grace and unconditional love, we no longer need to separate our brothers and sisters based on what's limited and temporary.
As Christians, we can offer specific daily prayers for our community, nation and world. Below is the need that we're laying before God today.
That people are sensitive to the vulnerability of their neighbors.
American inventor, engineer, businessman, and the holder of 186 patents, Charles Kettering wrote, "You can't have a better tomorrow if you are thinking about yesterday all the time."
I taught my kids about democracy tonight by having them vote on which movie to watch and pizza to order.
I then picked the movie and pizza because I'm the one with the money.
Let's read the Bible together in the next year. Today, our passages are Job 31:1–33:33; 2 Corinthians 3:1-18; Psalm 43:1-5; and Proverbs 22:8-9.
Bible Readings for August 29, 2024 Let's read the Bible togethe r in the next year. Today, our passages are Job 31:1–33:33; 2 Corinthians 3:1-18; Psalm 43:1-5; and Proverb...
During the Summer, the SPC Adult Sunday School Class will look at expressions of Christian hope both in this present age and in the glorious future God is preparing for us. Below is a recording of our last discussion.
Hope in the Lord - Session 11: Eternal Hope (Devoted to Good Works) by Sligo Presbyterian Church During the Summer, the SPC Adult Sunday School Class will look at expressions of Christian hope both in this present age and in the glorious future God is preparing for us. We’ll follow the schedule below: “Experiencing Hope,” considers Christian hope through the lens of those whose faith in C...
As a denomination, the Presbyterian Church (USA) has some guiding principles that shape our mission. They’re called The Great Ends of the Church, six statements written in the early 20th century that guide both the vision and work of the Presbyterian Church.
On Sunday, we continued the series by looking at the third great end of the church: The maintenance of divine worship. Below is a recording of the service. You can stream the service by going to the Sligo Presbyterian Church YouTube Channel on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. (EDT). You can hear a podcast of the service at the Sligo Presbyterian Church YouTube Channel or the Sligo Presbyterian Spotify Page.
The Sligo Presbyterian Church Celebration Service - Sunday, August 25, 2024 by Sligo Presbyterian Church As a denomination, the Presbyterian Church (USA) has some guiding principles that shape our mission. They’re called The Great Ends of the Church, six statements written in the early 20th century that guide both the vision and work of the Presbyterian Church. And that’s going to be our focus duri...
As a denomination, the Presbyterian Church (USA) has some guiding principles that shape our mission. They’re called The Great Ends of the Church, six statements written in the early 20th century that guide both the vision and work of the Presbyterian Church.
On Sunday, we continued the series by looking at the third great end of the church: The maintenance of divine worship. Below is a recording of the sermon. You can stream the service by going to the Sligo Presbyterian Church YouTube Channel on Sundays at 10:00 a.m. (EDT). You can hear a podcast of the service at the Sligo Presbyterian Church YouTube Channel or the Sligo Presbyterian Spotify Page.
Sunday's Message: The Great Ends of the Church - The maintenance of divine worship by Sligo Presbyterian Church As a denomination, the Presbyterian Church (USA) has some guiding principles that shape our mission. They’re called The Great Ends of the Church, six statements written in the early 20th century that guide both the vision and work of the Presbyterian Church. And that’s going to be our focus duri...
During the next few months, the SPC Thursday Evening Bible Study will be looking at Paul's Letter to the Romans, the single work that may best offer his theology and ethic. You see, in this letter, he explained to the church in Rome his understanding of human nature, faith, righteousness, and God's intention for everybody. He also offered practical ways we can live as Christians within the world and the church. And as we'll see during the seventeen sessions, what he had to say to the Romans is just as applicable today as it was almost 2,000 years ago.
During our fifth session, we looked at Romans 5:1-21 and discussed how our relationship between faith and righteousness. The recording of our discussion and the passage we discussed is below.
Roaming through Romans - Faith and Righteousness (Romans 5:1-21) During the next few months, the SPC Thursday Evening Bible Study will be looking at Paul's Letter to the Romans, the single work that may be...
Banish, therefore, from thy heart the distractions of earth and turn thine eyes to spiritual joys, that thou mayest learn at last to repose in the light of the contemplation of God. - Albertus Magnus
Pastor Ed Rudiger
My name is Ed Rudiger. I’ve been a minister in the Presbyterian Church (USA) since 1987. This means I’ve led thousands of worship services, preached thousands of sermons, taught thousands of Bible study, and officiated hundreds of wedding. I have a passion for sharing God’s word and use Facebook and other forms of social media in the same way the Apostle Paul used Romans roads.
On this page you’ll find daily Bible passages, quotes, theological thoughts, and jokes. You’ll also find news from the Presbyterian Church (USA) and other denominations as well as services I’ve led, sermons I’ve preached, lessons I’ve taught, weddings I’ve officiated, and other actives in which I’ve been involved.
I invite anyone who may need a preacher, teacher or officiant to give me a call. And I sincerely hope you find this page meaningful.