Concordia Lutheran Church

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1 Sunday, November 25, 2018 Concordia Lutheran Church Highway C Frohna, MO concordiafrohna@att.net Website: concordiafrohna.org Rev. Steven Theiss, Vacancy Pastor steven.c.theiss@hotmail.com Phone Welcome to Concordia A Lutheran Church Missouri Synod Congregation If you are our guest, please fill out a visitor card (in the pew rack behind the Communion cards) and either place it in the offering plate or hand it to an usher after the service. If you worship regularly with us and have a new address, a prayer request or a message for the pastor or the church office, you are welcome to use the visitor card to share that with us. Thank you! The back pews are reserved for families with small children. A nursery is available in our multi-purpose room on the side of the Narthex. Large-print bulletins are available from the usher.

2 The Last Sunday of the Church Year Sunday, November 25, 2018 DIVINE SERVICE, SETTING ONE Opening Hymn: The God of Abraham Praise (vv. 1-4) LSB 798 Invocation, Confession & Absolution LSB 151 Introit Ps. 39:4 5a, 7 8, 12a; antiphon: 2 Peter 3:13b P: We are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, the home of righteousness. C: O LORD, make me know my end and what is the measure of my days; let me know how fleeting I am! P: Behold, you have made my days a few handbreadths, and my lifetime is as nothing before you. C: And now, O Lord, for what do I wait? My hope is in you. P: Deliver me from all my transgressions. Do not make me the scorn of the fool! C: Hear my prayer, O LORD, and give ear to my cry; hold not your peace at my tears! All: Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. P: We are looking forward to a new heaven and a new earth, C: the home of righteousness. Kyrie LSB 152 This is the Feast LSB 155 Salutation and Collect of the Day P: The Lord be with you. C: And also with you. P: Let us pray. P: Lord Jesus Christ, so govern our hearts and minds by Your Holy Spirit that, ever mindful of Your glorious return, we may persevere in both faith and holiness of living; for You live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. C: Amen. Old Testament Reading Isaiah 51:4 6 4 Give attention to me, my people, and give ear to me, my nation; for a law will go out from me, and I will set my justice for a light to the peoples. 5 My righteousness draws near, my salvation has gone out, and my arms will judge the peoples; the coastlands hope for me, and for my arm they wait. 6 Lift up your eyes to the heavens, and look at the earth beneath; for the heavens vanish like smoke, the earth will wear out like a garment, and they who dwell in it will die in like manner; but my salvation will be forever, and my righteousness will never be dismayed. Gradual P: These are the ones coming out of the great tribulation. C: They have washed their robes and made them white in the blood of the Lamb. P: Blessèd are those whose strength is in you, C: in whose heart are the highways to Zion.

3 Epistle Reading Jude But you, beloved, build yourselves up in your most holy faith; pray in the Holy Spirit; 21 keep yourselves in the love of God, waiting for the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ that leads to eternal life. 22 And have mercy on those who doubt; 23 save others by snatching them out of the fire; to others show mercy with fear, hating even the garment stained by the flesh. 24 Now to him who is able to keep you from stumbling and to present you blameless before the presence of his glory with great joy, 25 to the only God, our Savior, through Jesus Christ our Lord, be glory, majesty, dominion, and authority, before all time and now and forever. Amen Common Alleluia LSB 156 Holy Gospel Mark 13: [Jesus said:] But in those days, after that tribulation, the sun will be darkened, and the moon will not give its light, 25 and the stars will be falling from heaven, and the powers in the heavens will be shaken. 26 And then they will see the Son of Man coming in clouds with great power and glory. 27 And then he will send out the angels and gather his elect from the four winds, from the ends of the earth to the ends of heaven. 28 From the fig tree learn its lesson: as soon as its branch becomes tender and puts out its leaves, you know that summer is near. 29 So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that he is near, at the very gates. 30 Truly, I say to you, this generation will not pass away until all these things take place. 31 Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away. 32 But concerning that day or that hour, no one knows, not even the angels in heaven, nor the Son, but only the Father. 33 Be on guard, keep awake. For you do not know when the time will come. 34 It is like a man going on a journey, when he leaves home and puts his servants in charge, each with his work, and commands the doorkeeper to stay awake. 35 Therefore stay awake for you do not know when the master of the house will come, in the evening, or at midnight, or when the cock crows, or in the morning 36 lest he come suddenly and find you asleep. 37 And what I say to you I say to all: Stay awake. Nicene Creed LSB 158 Children s Message Sermon Hymn: Jesus, Thy Blood and Righteousness LSB 563 Sermon: Living to Tell THE Truth John 18:33-37 Offering Offertory: Let the Vineyards Be Fruitful LSB 955 Prayers of the Church: (Congregational response: Hear our prayer) Service of the Sacrament LSB 160 Distribution Hymns: How Great Thou Art LSB 801 Jesus Comes Today with Healing LSB 620 What Is This Bread LSB 629 Alleluia! Sing to Jesus LSB 821 Post-Communion Canticle: Thank the Lord LSB 164 Post-Communion Collect LSB 166

4 Benediction LSB 166 Closing Hymn: The God of Abraham Praise (vv. 5-9) LSB 798 Announcements Postlude Participants in this Morning s Service Worship Leader: Greeters: Organist: Acolyte: Elder: Ushers: Audio/Visual Team: Rev. Steven Theiss Dennis and Diane Leimbach Barb Burroughs Kallee Roth Jeff Leible Ethan Schuessler, Rodney Katt, Devin Ponder, Brandon Thurm Amy Birk, Beth Leible This Week s Schedule Mon., Nov. 26 5:45 p.m. EPC Wildcats Boys Basketball vs. Immanuel, Perryville, (C & A Teams) (Away) Tues., Nov. 27 7:30 p.m. Dartball-Farrar at Frohna Wed., Nov a.m. Bible Study Fri., Nov. 30 5:45 p.m. EPC Wildcats Boys Basketball vs. SV, Perryville, (C & A Teams) (Away) Sat., Dec. 1 Sun., Dec. 2 9 a.m. 11 a.m. 5:30 p.m. 8 a.m. 9 a.m. After Worship Hymn of the Week LSB 332 Savior of the Nations, Come Savior of the nations, come, Virgin s Son, make here Your home! Marvel now, O heav n and earth, That the Lord chose such a birth. Bible Stories 11/26 -- M: 1 Samuel 22: /27 -- Tu: 1 Samuel 23: /28 -- W: 1 Samuel 23: /29 -- Th: 1 Samuel 24:1-25:1 11/30 -- F: 1 Samuel 26:1-25 Bible Verse 3 No one speaking in the Spirit of God ever says Jesus is accursed! and no one can say Jesus is Lord except in the Holy Spirit. 1 Corinthians 12:3 (ESV) Decorate Church for Christmas EPC Wildcats Boys Basketball vs. Guardian Angel (B & A Teams) (Home at APS) Worship, with Holy Communion, at Trinity, Altenburg Bible Class Worship Refreshments and Fellowship Weekly Devotions (Advent 1) Catechism The Third Article and Meaning Santification I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. What does this mean? I believe that I cannot by my own reason or strength believe in Jesus Christ, my Lord, or come to Him; but the Holy Spirit has called me by the Gospel, enlightened me with His gifts, sanctified and kept me in the true faith. In the same way He calls, gathers, enlightens, and sanctifies the whole Christian Church on earth, and keeps it with Jesus Christ in the one true faith. In this Christian Church He daily and richly forgives all my sins and the sins of all believers. On the Last Day He will raise me and all the dead, and give eternal life to me and all believers in Christ. This is most certainly true.

5 Announcements A Word of God to chew on this week: 3 No one speaking in the Spirit of God ever says Jesus is accursed! and no one can say Jesus is Lord except in the Holy Spirit. 1 Corinthians 12:3 (ESV) Think about it. Talk about it. Memorize it. Take this wonderful food from God, and let it strengthen you. Church Attendance: Worship 168 (Sat.-53, Sun.-115), one year ago 200 (Sat.-94, Sun.-106); Adult Bible Class 14, one year ago 22 Concordia Lutheran Congregational Survey To help the Call Committee better serve you, we ask that you go online to: All confirmed members are being asked to take this survey. Hard copies of the survey are available through Call Committee members Jeff Leible, Cheryl Honoree, Kelly Kohlfeld, Troy Petzoldt, and Carol Duggan. The survey period ends today, November 25. Thank You! The Call Committee The Coming King Advent devotional booklets are still available today on the north buffet. Christmas Gifts and Cards Available The LWML is once again offering Christmas and other greeting cards for sale. Along with cards, small kitchen gadgets are also available for under $10. Gadgets available include various knives, pie servers, wire whips, knife sharpeners, dish cloths, scouring pads, and more. They would make great Christmas stocking stuffers and exchange gifts. These gifts will be available after worship in the multi-purpose room today and Sundays until Sunday, December 16. Helping hands are requested to get Concordia Lutheran Church ready for Christmas. Christmas decorations will be put up and the Christmas tree decorated this Saturday, December 1, beginning at 9 a.m. Many helping hands will be greatly appreciated as we ready the church for Christmas. Poinsettias beautify the church during the Christmas Season! It s time to sign the donation list if you would like to place a poinsettia at the altar. The price is $10 each. A sign-up sheet is on the south buffet. Please note if you would like to have your poinsettia given for a special occasion. Thanks to all for helping to have the sanctuary decorated for the Christmas Season! After prayerful consideration, the Nomination Committee has compiled the following list of people to serve in various offices (listed alphabetically). The slate of officers will be presented to the voters at the Budget Meeting in December. The list includes: President (4-year term) Doyle Lueders, Todd Petzoldt; Financial Secretary (3-year term) Jenny France, Peggy Scholl; Elder (4-year term) Dennis Hecht, Clifford Stueve; UCLS Board (2-year term) Nathan Best, Robert Martin II; Trustee (3-year term) Kevin Martyn, Dwayne Roth. If your name is on the list, please remember that God has gifted you with certain talents, and there are more than a few who believe that those talents can and should be used for a time in service to God s people here at Concordia. Being a child of God includes using your gifts and talents for the sake of others, unto the glory of God. Please prayerfully consider this as you see God s people asking you to serve. Contributions We need an average income per week of $8, to fund the work of the school and the church. We have been averaging far below that amount, and are now behind. At the end of the 3 rd quarter, we were at $-27, Please prayerfully consider your response to God s blessings as you support our work together in the church. Thrivent Shirts Please help yourself to a Thrivent shirt on the table in the multipurpose room. 5

6 Please help fill the Christmas decorated box in the meeting room with items for the Regional Crisis Center by Sunday, December 16. The Regional Crisis Center is in need of the following items: brushes, scrunchies, white socks, pajamas, body wash, hair spray, mousse, house shoes, adult coloring books, colored pencils, any kind of craft kits, journals, nail care kits, hair accessories, body pillows, wallets, copy paper, gas cards, and Walmart gift cards. LWML members will transport the items. If you have any questions, please call Denise Morrison ( ). Thank You! We would like to thank everyone for the outpouring of love and sympathy shown to us following the recent passing of our beloved Katie Lorenz, whether it be through flowers, gifts, memorials, cards, kind words, or maybe just a hug when there were no words at all. We especially want to thank Pastor Abernathy for his visits and comforting message. Our church families can always be counted on during times of stress what a blessing for all of us. Jonathan and Mason; Karen, Dennis, Emily, and Family; Dean, Joyce, and Family Lutheran Youth Fellowship (LYF) Notes Upcoming Fundraisers Sunday, December 16 Chili Lunch in the UCLS Gym 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (Free-Will Donation) Baked Goods Table The LYF will have baked goods available at the table each Sunday. (If you wish to donate something, please drop off your donation on Sunday morning before church. Thanks!) The LYF is collecting aluminum cans. If you have any cans you would like to donate, please place them in garbage bags (tied/closed) in the storage shed on the picnic grounds. Thank you for your help with this fundraiser. Are you having an auction, or do you have a family member or friend having an auction? Concordia s youth are looking to do concession stands for auctions in the area. Please contact Gina Wunderlich at if you would like the youth to do a concession stand. Lutheran Family & Children s Services (LFCS) Notes The 31 st Annual LFCS and Safe House for Women Holiday Home Tour will be this Saturday, December 1, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. (rain or shine). Tickets for the self-guided tour of some decorated homes in Southeast Missouri will be $25 in advance and $30 at the door. Tickets are available at LFCS, the Safe House for Women Thrift Store, most Bank of Missouri locations, Sunny Hill, and Patrick s Furniture or online at The home locations are: Bill and Shelley Zellmer, 2024 Watson Dr, Jackson; Brad and Angela Dillow, 504 Summit Court, Jackson; Andrew Bard, 230 Bellevue, Cape Girardeau; John and Angie Grimm, 3087 Beaver Creek, Cape Girardeau; and Ken and Carol Oberlohr, 2421 Terre Hill, Cape Girardeau (parking will be available at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, and shuttles will be provided for those unable to walk from the church). A refreshment stop will be located at the new Courtyard Marriott in downtown Cape Girardeau. LFCS and Safe House will be at Heartland Custom Flooring for prizes and giveaways. Volunteers will be needed get your ticket for half price when you volunteer as a Home Host or Hostess. If you would like to sign up for a time slot, please visit: For more information about the tour or volunteering, contact the LFCS Office at or stop by LFCS, 3178 Blattner Drive, Cape Girardeau. LFCS Season of Sharing Program LFCS is changing the Season of Sharing program to allow LFCS to help all of its clients with their Christmas needs rather than groups adopting just one family. To do this, LFCS is seeking multiple locations that are 6

7 willing to place special LFCS Season of Sharing Christmas ornaments on their trees. The ornaments will have individual gift items listed on them, along with the family number that it belongs to. LFCS is also going to include some ornaments with more generic gift suggestions like gift cards, diapers, wipes, etc. that could be used by clients throughout the year. If you want to give to a family, but do not have a tree with Season of Sharing ornaments on it, please come by the LFCS Office to choose an ornament from the tree. For more information, or if your organization is interested in participating, please contact Morgan Beasley at LFCS at LFCS now offers counseling for various situations, both personal and family. For more information, contact LFCS. Neighboring Church & Community Notes The 11 th Annual Chili Dinner, hosted by Altenburg Public School, will be this Thursday, November 29, from 3-7 p.m. in the Immanuel Lutheran Church Hall, Altenburg. (Note: This event was rescheduled to November 29 due to the threat of snow on November 15.) The meal will include chili, carrots, peanut butter bread, dessert, and drink. The cost of the meal will be $6 for adults and $4 for children. Carryouts will be available. Tickets are on sale now. Please contact any APS student or the APS Office. Walk-ins will also be accepted the day of the event. The 46 th Annual PTL Christmas Bazaar, hosted by St. John Lutheran School, Chester, will be this Saturday, December 1, from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. at the St. John Parish Hall, 302 W Holmes, Chester, Illinois. A hot lunch will be served starting at 10:30 a.m. Lunch will include soups and sandwiches. The cost of the lunch will be $7 for adults and $5 for children (children ages 5 and under eat free). Carry-outs will be available. Crafts, homemade jellies, cheese balls, cake pops, jewelry, décor, gift items, boutique items, baked goods, ornaments, gift cards, and much more will be available for purchase. The Old-Fashioned Christmas Walk will be held this Saturday, December 1, from 3-8 p.m. in Brazeau. A Christmas Concert will be held at the church after 5:30 p.m. The event will include Santa s workshop, and letters can be mailed to Santa at the post office. The Tea Room will have sandwiches, baked goods, and refreshments available. A craft fair and live nativity will also be part of the event. Monetary donations to the Historical Society will be gratefully accepted. The Immanuel Christmas Home Tour will be next Sunday, December 2, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Tickets will be $10 each before this Saturday, December 1, and $15 each at the door. Tickets are available at the Immanuel Lutheran Church and School Offices in Perryville. The home tour will have treats at each home and door prizes. Homes on the tour will include: Brian and Tammy Dreyer, 1001 Sunset Dr, Perryville; Charlie and Connie Mattingly, 804 Crestview Ln, Perryville; Dennis and Sandy Lohmann, 28 Spring Lake Rd, Perryville; Chad and Dawn Ozark, 962 PCR 310, Perryville; and Chris and Alison Porter, 217 E Ste Marie, Perryville. Proceeds from the home tour will benefit the Immanuel Lutheran School 7 th Graders Washington DC Trip. The Christmas Bazaar, Bake Sale, and Chili Dinner, will be next Sunday, December 2, from 11 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Perryville Senior Center. Lunch will include chili, sides, dessert, and drink for $6. Donations of Christmas items will be gratefully accepted Monday-Friday from 7 a.m.-2 p.m. Baked goods will be accepted the day of the sale. All proceeds will benefit the meals program. For more information, please call

8 An American Red Cross Blood Drive, hosted by the East Perry County Lions, will be held on Monday, December 3, from 2-7 p.m. in the Salem Lutheran School Gym, Farrar. A Musical Journey of Advent and Christmas by The Diamond Star Ensemble will be Sunday, December 9, at 3 p.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Jackson. The Diamond Star Ensemble includes a harp, soprano, violin, flute, and cello. Celebrate Jesus! on Saturday, December 15, from 9-11 a.m. at St. Paul Lutheran Church and School, Jackson. This free event, sponsored by the St. Paul Early Childhood Task Force for families with young children (ages 6 months-1 st grade), will include crafts, activities, a snack, door prizes, and a live nativity to celebrate the birth of Jesus. For more information, please contact Amy ( ) or Lisa ( ). God has blessed Harlin and Rose Oberndorfer with 60 years of marriage. Please join them in celebrating with an Open House on Sunday, December 16, from 1:30-3:30 p.m. at the Immanuel Lutheran Parish Hall, Altenburg. If you would like to help those affected by the California wildfires, Thrivent will match up to $250,000 in personal donations made through Thrivent.com to specific disaster relief organizations helping with the recovery efforts. Visit the Disaster Response page on Thrivent.com for details on giving and to see a list of organizations included in the match. Donations made to Lutheran Hour Ministries can now be doubled by a SENT $500,000 matching grant. The goal of SENT is to carry the Gospel to 100 million individuals worldwide. Donations may be made by visiting the Lutheran Hour Ministries website, lhm.org, and clicking Donate. Or, you may also donate by phone at , or mail your donation to: Lutheran Hour Ministries, 660 Mason Ridge Center Drive, St. Louis, MO KFUO Notes This week on KFUO.org, as the church year comes to a close, we talk with Deaconess Heidi Goehmann about Divine Calls and the Ministry Family on The Coffee Hour this Tuesday, November 27, at 9 a.m. Continue in the new Sharper Iron series, The New Covenant, on 2 Corinthians 3-7:1 with Rev. Jonathan Fisk and guest pastors weekdays at 8 a.m. Study more of the book of Revelation on Thy Strong Word weekdays at 11 a.m. Hear Christ for you anytime, anywhere, in worship, study, and song at kfuo.org. Have a question or comment? Find KFUO on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Programs are archived at KFUO.org for 24/7 ondemand listening. You can also find KFUO programming wherever you get your podcasts. 8