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Audio: Readings & Sermon for Wednesday, April 15, 2026

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Exodus 24:1-18 
Then he said to Moses, “Come up to the LORD, you and Aaron, Nadab, and Abihu, and seventy of the elders of Israel, and worship from afar. Moses alone shall come near to the LORD, but the others shall not come near, and the people shall not come up with him.” 

Moses came and told the people all the words of the LORD and all the rules. And all the people answered with one voice and said, “All the words that the LORD has spoken we will do.” And Moses wrote down all the words of the LORD. He rose early in the morning and built an altar at the foot of the mountain, and twelve pillars, according to the twelve tribes of Israel. And he sent young men of the people of Israel, who offered burnt offerings and sacrificed peace offerings of oxen to the LORD. And Moses took half of the blood and put it in basins, and half of the blood he threw against the altar. Then he took the Book of the Covenant and read it in the hearing of the people. And they said, “All that the LORD has spoken we will do, and we will be obedient.” And Moses took the blood and threw it on the people and said, “Behold the blood of the covenant that the LORD has made with you in accordance with all these words.” 

Then Moses and Aaron, Nadab, and Abihu, and seventy of the elders of Israel went up, and they saw the God of Israel. There was under his feet as it were a pavement of sapphire stone, like the very heaven for clearness. And he did not lay his hand on the chief men of the people of Israel; they beheld God, and ate and drank. 

The LORD said to Moses, “Come up to me on the mountain and wait there, that I may give you the tablets of stone, with the law and the commandment, which I have written for their instruction.” So Moses rose with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. And he said to the elders, “Wait here for us until we return to you. And behold, Aaron and Hur are with you. Whoever has a dispute, let him go to them.” 

Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud covered the mountain. The glory of the LORD dwelt on Mount Sinai, and the cloud covered it six days. And on the seventh day he called to Moses out of the midst of the cloud. Now the appearance of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fire on the top of the mountain in the sight of the people of Israel. Moses entered the cloud and went up on the mountain. And Moses was on the mountain forty days and forty nights. 

Luke 5:1-16 
On one occasion, while the crowd was pressing in on him to hear the word of God, he was standing by the lake of Gennesaret, and he saw two boats by the lake, but the fishermen had gone out of them and were washing their nets. Getting into one of the boats, which was Simon's, he asked him to put out a little from the land. And he sat down and taught the people from the boat. And when he had finished speaking, he said to Simon, “Put out into the deep and let down your nets for a catch.” And Simon answered, “Master, we toiled all night and took nothing! But at your word I will let down the nets.” And when they had done this, they enclosed a large number of fish, and their nets were breaking. They signaled to their partners in the other boat to come and help them. And they came and filled both the boats, so that they began to sink. But when Simon Peter saw it, he fell down at Jesus' knees, saying, “Depart from me, for I am a sinful man, O Lord.” For he and all who were with him were astonished at the catch of fish that they had taken, and so also were James and John, sons of Zebedee, who were partners with Simon. And Jesus said to Simon, “Do not be afraid; from now on you will be catching men.” And when they had brought their boats to land, they left everything and followed him. 

While he was in one of the cities, there came a man full of leprosy. And when he saw Jesus, he fell on his face and begged him, “Lord, if you will, you can make me clean.” And Jesus stretched out his hand and touched him, saying, “I will; be clean.” And immediately the leprosy left him. And he charged him to tell no one, but “go and show yourself to the priest, and make an offering for your cleansing, as Moses commanded, for a proof to them.” But now even more the report about him went abroad, and great crowds gathered to hear him and to be healed of their infirmities. But he would withdraw to desolate places and pray. 

The Sacrament of Holy Baptism – Fourth Part 
What does such baptizing with water indicate? 
It indicates that the Old Adam in us should by daily contrition and repentance be drowned and die with all sins and evil desires, and that a new man should daily emerge and arise to live before God in righteousness and purity forever. 
Where is this written?
St. Paul writes in Romans chapter six: “We were therefore buried with Him through baptism into death in order that, just as Christ was raised from the dead through the glory of the Father, we too may live a new life.” (Rom. 6:4) 

Bridge Builders Opportunities

Bridge Builders Opportunities
We have two end of year opportunities for Bridge Builders. The first is the last chapel service of the year, where parents will be invited to attend (May 5th and 6th). The Second is the preschool’s final program where the children will sing songs for their parent (May 13th and 14th). These are great opportunities to connect with preschool parents!

Bulletin: Wednesday, April 15, 2026

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Registration is Now Open for VBS

Registration is Now Open for VBS
July 13th-17th 
kids aged 4 yrs—4th grade 

We hope you can join us for a Tropical Trek! Go to zlcb.org/vbs to Register your student, and to Volunteer. 
There are lots of opportunities to help in hands-on roles with kids, and with behind-the-scenes tasks! 
Volunteer all five days, or less to fit your schedule. 

Clarity and Care for Children with Gender Confusion

An article for LCMS Family Ministry written by Dr. Brad Alles, Associate Professor of Education, Concordia University Wisconsin, provides clear information on gender dysphoria and confusion, as well as guidance for parents caring for children who struggle with it. 

Introduction: Gender issues are everywhere in this post-Christian culture, creating confusion and chaos. My colleagues and I have the privilege and obligation of preparing the next generation of teachers to enter both Lutheran and public schools. Christian day school administrators, teachers and pastors are pleading for resources they can use with confidence. Through the years I have found much information on gender dysphoria, or the distress caused by misalignment of body and mind. This resource provides clarity in caring for children. 

DOWNLOAD the complete article as a PDF

First Annual Pittsburgh Pro-Life March and Rally

Join Us on Saturday, April 18th from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 
Rally @ 11:00 a.m. with the March @ 12:00 p.m.

Location: Schenley Plaza, 4100 Forbes Ave, Pittsburgh, PA, 15260
Let’s celebrate Life in the city of Pittsburgh
RSVP and details: pittsburghprolifemarch.com

Want to help support our March efforts? Consider donating!
Checks can be made out to:
“People Concerned for the Unborn Child” and sent to 3050 Pioneer Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA, 15226
Or an online donation can be made at: Pittsburgh Pro-Life March

The First Pittsburgh Pro-Life March is a joyful, prayerful, and hope-filled gathering of pro-lifers from across our city and region. For the first time, we are coming together publicly to unite the Pittsburgh pro-life community, strengthen one another, and boldly proclaim that the culture of life is alive here.

As we launch this inaugural march, we want to show our city that Pittsburgh is proudly pro-life—and that we stand for the protection and dignity of every human life. Our presence serves as a counter-witness to the pro-abortion initiatives in our community, including Planned Parenthood, local abortion vendors, and the University of Pittsburgh’s unethical fetal experimentation.

We intentionally chose to march through the heart of Oakland for this historic first year. By walking through the university area, we hope to plant seeds in the hearts of students and the broader community, showing them that compassion, truth, and the defense of life have a strong and joyful presence in Pittsburgh. We pray that the Lord uses this first march and rally to convert hearts, transform minds, and bring renewal to our city.

But the First Pittsburgh Pro-Life March is more than a demonstration. It is a celebration of life—every life, at every stage. We envision a Pittsburgh where every human being is cherished, protected, and welcomed.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS:
David Bereit – Founder, 40 Days for Life
Lydia Taylor Davis – Spokesperson, Students for Life of America

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