Calvary Lutheran Church ELCA

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1 Calvary Lutheran Church ELCA Sunday Morning Worship 10:00 am September 23, 2018

2 Eighteenth Sunday After Pentecost Prayer Before Worship: God of faithfulness, you were with Joseph through his highs and lows. Remind us that your loving presence never abandons us. Help us to be a tangible reminder of your presence for others. We ask this through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. (In preparation for our worship, you are invited to take a moment of silence to offer your own prayers of worship and praise) *INDICATES PLEASE STAND IF ABLE. Congregational responses are printed in BOLD type A Warm Welcome to all as we gather as God s people to worship our Lord. We pray our worship together would strengthen your faith and desire to know and serve the One who loves us with an everlasting love as made known to us in Jesus Christ. Visitors, we are especially glad to have you worshiping with us today. Please join us in the reception area after worship for coffee and fellowship. Worship/Prayer Request Cards: Everyone is invited to fill out a Worship/Prayer Request card as you enter so that we know you are here, will be communing today or if you have a prayer request you would like us to include during worship today. Once you have filled out the card, please pass them to the inside aisle for the ushers to pick up. Thanks! Prelude Music Welcome and Announcements Call to Worship WE PREPARE OUR HEARTS Give thanks to the Lord; For He is the Lord, our God, faithful to a thousand generations! Sing God s praises; tell of all his wonderful works, For He is the Lord, our God, faithful to a thousand generations! Let those who seek the Lord rejoice! For He is the Lord, our God, faithful to a thousand generations! Come, let us worship our God. For He is the Lord, our God, faithful to a thousand generations! 2

3 Hymn As We Gather At Your Table ELW #522 Music Public Domain; text 1989 Hope Publishing Co. OneLicense.net A *Confession of Sins/Assurance of God s Forgiveness (All may make the sign of the cross, the sign marked at baptism, as we begin) Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hid: Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. But if we confess our sins, God who is faithful and just will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. (Silence for reflection and self-examination) Faithful God, You have called us to places unknown and have promised to be our guide. Yet we prefer to find our own way and do our own thing, taking credit when things go well and blaming others when they don t. We resist putting our trust in you. We forget your covenant with us. And we suffer for it. Turn us back around to walk where you are leading. Forgive us for wandering from the path. In Jesus name. Amen. In the mercy of almighty God, Jesus Christ was given to die for us, and for his sake God forgives us all our sins. As a called and ordained minister of the Church of Christ, and by his authority, I therefore declare to you the entire forgiveness of all your sins, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. *Kyrie page 184, vv. 1 & 4 3

4 *Greeting The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you. *Prayer of the Day Let us pray. Faithful God, you remained fully with Joseph even when he sat long years in prison for a crime he did not commit. Help us to see that you are always with us in the midst of our trials, that we might live faithfully in your world; through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. GOD S WORD SPEAKS TO US First Reading: Genesis 39:1-6a Pew Bible p. 36 Psalm 105:1, (Read responsively) 1 O give thanks to the LORD, call on his name, make known his deeds among the peoples. 16 When he summoned famine against the land, and broke every staff of bread, 17 he had sent a man ahead of them, Joseph, who was sold as a slave. 18 His feet were hurt with fetters, his neck was put in a collar of iron; 19 until what he had said came to pass, the word of the LORD kept testing him. 20 The king sent and released him; the ruler of the peoples set him free. 21 He made him lord of his house, and ruler of all his possessions, 2 2 to instruct his officials at his pleasure, and to teach his elders wisdom. Second Reading: Genesis 39:6b-23 Pew Bible p. 36 The Word of the Lord Thanks be to God *Gospel Acclamation Page 188 Alleluia, Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. Alleluia Alleluia, alleluia. Alleluia Alleluia, alleluia. Augsburg Fortress OneLicense.net A

5 *Gospel: Matthew 5:11-12 Pew Bible p. 4 Response after the announcement of the gospel: Glory to you, O Lord. Response after the gospel reading: Praise to you, O Christ. Kids Sermon Sermon Angie Hinze Pastor Chris (Silence for Reflection and Meditation) WE RESPOND TO GOD S WORD Hymn Canticle of the Turning ELW #723 Music Irish traditional; text 1990 GIA Publications, Inc. *Apostles Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God's only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. 5

6 *Prayers of the Church: Each prayer petition ends with: Trustworthy God hear our prayer. The prayers conclude with:..in Jesus name. Amen. *Sharing of the Peace The peace of the Lord be with you always. And also with you. (You are invited to share the peace of Christ with one another) Offering Offertory God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending ELW # text ren the Hymns Society, Hope Publishing Co. Music Public Domain OneLicense.net A *Offering Prayer Let us pray. You have showered us with blessings too numerous to count, O God, and your mercies seem to know no end. Help us to see our lives through the lens of abundance and not scarcity, rejoicing in what we have rather than pining after that which we do not. Receive these gifts as a sign of our gratitude for all that you have done and continue to do for us. Amen. HOLY COMMUNION *The Great Thanksgiving p. 190 *Holy, Holy, Holy.. Page 190 Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of pow'r and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory, full of your glory. Hosanna, hosanna, hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna, hosanna, hosanna in the highest. 6

7 *Words of Institution *The Lord s Prayer p. 191 Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever, and ever. Amen. *Invitation to Communion In Christ s body and blood, God renews his covenant with us. Come and receive assurance of God s love and forgiveness. Lamb of God (sung) p. 191 Distribution Music Rhonda Boettcher Distribution of Communion: Christ is truly present in the Lord s Supper with gifts of forgiveness, life, and salvation. All are invited to participate in the Lord s meal. (Communion will be served continuously at two stations in the front of the church. WHITE GRAPE JUICE and GLUTEN FREE wafers are available. Just ask the server. Children who are not yet communicants are invited to come forward for a blessing.) *Post-Communion Blessing *Post-Communion Prayer You never forget your covenant, O Lord, your promise to preserve us and not to harm us. Be present with us through this taste of mercy we have received the sign of our Savior s body and blood. Bring us close to you, that we might go out to the far corners of your wide earth, nurtured, and inspired to proclaim your message of deliverance. Amen. 7

8 *Benediction WE DEPART TO SERVE *Hymn Arise, Your Light Has Come ELW #314 Music Public Domain; Text 1992 GIA Publications OneLicensse.net A *Dismissal Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. Postlude The Liturgy for today is from Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2018 Augsburg Fortress. Annual License # The songs are reprinted by permission under OneLicense.net A & CCLI License # and LicenSing Online # FIND US ONLINE Newsletters, Worship Bulletins, Taking Faith Home inserts, and Podcasts of Sunday s Sermons are all available on our website at MANAGE YOUR GIVING ONLINE Scan the QR code to the right, go to our website: and click on the Give Online button OR download the Give+Church App on your smartphone. It s safe and secure. WELCA MISSION PROJECT for September is Cooperative Ministries Back Pack Program. This program helps provide food items to students who may find it difficult to find food over the weekend. Watch the tidings and bulletins for needed food items each month. Peanut butter is always needed. Cash donations are also welcome and 100% of the donation is used to purchase food. 8

9 FOOD PANTRY item for September is SOUPS and the BACKPACK item is SMALL CEREALS.. Containers are located outside Fellowship Hall. Thank you for your donations. BRIDGES TO HOPE As part of our God s Work Our Hands Sunday, we wrote notes to inmates in the Nebraska penal system. We also encouraged people to bring small kitchen/household items for Bridges to Hope, a ministry to help inmates transition back into society by helping them get and set up apartments, homes etc. If you didn t get a chance to bring an item, there is still time! We will collect bowls, dishes, place settings, personal hygiene items, etc. until the end of September. FALL BIBLE STUDY SCHEDULES Sunday 9:00 a.m. Adult Bible Study following the Narrative Lectionary Texts Tuesday 8:30 a.m. Men s Bible Study 12 Noon Women s Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Adult Bible Study on The Lord s Prayer Thursday 6:45 p.m.- Adult Bible Study Please see the Newsletter for additional information on these studies as well as the monthly Women of the ELCA Bible Studies, and upcoming youth events. RECEPTION FOR PASTOR LARRY AND LINDA SPOMER CONGRATULATIONS to Pastor Larry Spomer for his 55 years of ordained ministry. Join us to honor both Pastor Larry and Linda Spomerfor their many years of ministry following worship with a cake reception. JAM for JAM! JAM be jammin and jellin the whole month of September. We welcome the congregation to join JAM this month by collecting plastic bottles of jam and jelly for thescottsbluff/gering PupPack/CatPack program. NO GLASS PLEASE! For more information see Angie Hinze. 9

10 ARE WE MISSING YOUR PICTURE? We are still missing a handful of member photos for the directory. If you are one of those we are missing, please talk to Pastor Sheryll about getting your picture taken or how you can submit your photo electronically. MARK YOUR CALENDARS: CROP WALK October 7 at 2 p.m. Jack Martin will be available after worship services to give out your sponsorship forms and to answer any questions you may have. NEW MEMBER SUNDAY OCTOBER 28 th We will be receiving new members on Reformation Sunday, October 28 th. Please talk to Pastors Chris or Sheryl if you are interested in becoming a member of Calvary. HAPPY BIRTHDAY THIS WEEK! Ayden Tompkins 9/23 BJ Peters 9/24 Shirley Blehm 9/24 In Our Thoughts and Prayers Prayers for Healing: Geri Bartel, Linda Spomer, Peg Henderson, Beth Janecek, and Bob Dedlow (Mabel s son-on hospice). Prayers of Peace and Comfort: for Mabel Dedlow and family on the death of her husband, Jim Dedlow, who died on September 17th. 10

11 Lessons for Next Sunday Exodus 14:5-7, Psalm 107:1-9 Exodus 14:21-29 Matthew 2:13-15 WORSHIP LEADERS Pastors Chris and Sheryl Kester Beyer This Sunday September 23 GREETERS/USHERS: Leah & Kurt Nikont LAY READER: Pat Smith COMMUNION ASSTS: Jack Martin, Joan Smith, Pat Smith ACOLYTES: Alec Sibal, Nickie Todd POWERPOINT: Gracee Michael ALTAR GUILD: Deb Brown, Vicki Howell, Tracy Steele, Julie Aschenbrenner PIANIST: Rhonda Boettcher HOSPITALITY: Reception for Spomers Next Sunday September 30 GREETERS/USHERS: Bill & Becky Michael LAY READER: Vicki Howell COMMUNION ASSTS: Jack Martin, Jeannie Stormoe, Nancy Steele POWERPOINT: Jack Martin ACOLYTES: Kinsey Kleensang, Katie Hess ALTAR GUILD: Shelly Koehler, Andi Dorn, Jessica Llaughlin, Carmen Kleager PIANIST: Dee Brady COFFEE SET-UP: Volunteer Today! HOSPITALITY: Jo Heidingsfelder CALENDAR OF EVENTS Sunday, September 23 9:00 a.m. Adult Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Reception for Spomers 11:00 a.m. Sunday School Tuesday, September 25 8:30 a.m. Men s Bible Study 12 noon Women s Study 1:00 p.m. Quilting 7:00 p.m. Lord s Prayer Study Wednesday, September 26 6:00 p.m. JAM 6:00 p.m. Confirmation Class 7:00 p.m. Choir Practice Thursday, September 27 6:45 p.m. Bible Study Saturday, September 29 5:30 p.m. Worship Sunday, September 23 9:00 a.m. Adult Study 10:00 a.m. Worship 11:00 a.m. Sunday School 11

12 God s Promises Bring Hope: Joseph s Hope September 22-23, 2018 God s presence and goodness bring hope and new possibilities: Even though Joseph s life keeps going from bad to worse, God never abandoned him. God is with us, too, even (and especially) when things get bad. Daily Bible Home Sunday Read Genesis 39:1-23 Joseph is imprisoned, but God does not abandon him. Pray for all those who have been unjustly imprisoned. Monday Read Genesis 41:1-13 Pharaoh has some strange dreams. Think of a problem in your life that you are having difficulty figuring out. Find a trusted friend or family member and talk through your problem perhaps they can help you see it from a new perspective! Tuesday Read Genesis 41:14-45 Joseph interprets Pharaoh s dreams, becoming one of Pharaoh s most trusted confidents. Look up the musical Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat there are many videos on YouTube and other websites. Watch or listen to some of the songs, and reflect on how they tell the story. Wednesday Read Genesis 47:1-12 Joseph presents his family to Pharaoh, and provides his family with food. Pray for countries that are suffering from famine or another natural disaster. Thursday Read Exodus 1:8-14 The Israelites have continued to dwell in Egypt, but a new Pharaoh comes into power and enslaves them. Pray for those who have experienced loss or grief. If you know someone who has recently lost a loved one, consider giving them a call. Friday Read Exodus 3:1-17 Moses encounters God at the burning bush. God sends Moses to free God s people. The burning bush is one of the most vivid images of God in the Bible. Make a list of other ways God appears in the Bible. What are your favorites? What are some ways you think God appears to us today? Saturday Read Exodus 5:1-9 Pharaoh punishes the Israelites, increasing their labor, in response to Moses request for Pharaoh to set the Israelites free. What are some of the things you are holding onto in your life that perhaps you should let go? How is your holding onto these things perhaps making life harder for you? Pray to God for insight. 12