CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH

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1 CONCORDIA LUTHERAN CHURCH 1 Concordia is the Church where the love of Christ is shared through our hearts, our hands, and our voices. SEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER THE EPHIPHANY February 24, :00, 9:30, and 11:00 a.m. Oh sing to the LORD a new song, for he has done marvelous things! -Psalm 98:1a AS WE GATHER (prepared by Jim Gann) You know, as sinners we make foolish mistakes. We fail to follow God s commands for us, we don t love our neighbors as ourselves, we fail to love God with our whole heart, and we certainly don t put God first in all we do or say. However, despite these failures, these sins, God loves us unconditionally. He is ready to forgive us, guide us in His ways and ultimately will bring us into His Heavenly house forever. So, what are we to do in response? I think you already know the answer to that: If we confess our sins, God, who is faithful and just, will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. PRELUDE ANNOUNCEMENTS (p ) CALL TO WORSHIP and PASSING OF THE PEACE RINGING OF THE BELLS (Please stand and face the Cross) OPENING HYMN #851 Lord of Glory, You Have Bought Us

2 + DIVINE SERVICE SETTING THREE + Pastor: In the name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit. People: Amen. Pastor: Beloved in the Lord! Let us draw near with a true heart and confess our sins unto God our Father, beseeching Him in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to grant us forgiveness. Our help is in the name of the Lord, People: who made heaven and earth. Pastor: I said, I will confess my transgressions unto the Lord, People: and You forgave the iniquity of my sin. 2 CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS (Silence for reflection on God s Word and for self-examination.) Pastor: Almighty God, merciful Father, People: We have sinned against You in thought, word, and deed. We have done things that we should not have done, and we have failed to do the things we should have done. We have been impatient. We have grumbled. We have used coarse language and have taken Your name in vain. We have sought and received Your forgiveness and, then, we have refused to forgive our neighbor. Father, forgive us, renew us, and lead us so that we may be merciful, even as You are merciful. Amen. Pastor: Upon this your confession, I, by virtue of my office, as a called and ordained servant of the Word, announce the grace of God unto all of you, and in the stead and by the command of my Lord Jesus Christ I forgive you all you sins in the name of the Father and of the + Son and of the Holy Spirit. People: Amen.

3 PSALMODY (Psalm 103) Pastor: Bless the LORD, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name! People: Bless the LORD, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits, Pastor: who forgives all your iniquity, who heals all your diseases, People: who redeems your life from the pit, who crowns you with steadfast love and mercy, Pastor: who satisfies you with good so that your youth is renewed like the eagle's. People: The LORD works righteousness and justice for all who are oppressed. Pastor: He made known his ways to Moses, his acts to the people of Israel. People: The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love. Pastor: He will not always chide, nor will he keep his anger forever. People: He does not deal with us according to our sins, nor repay us according to our iniquities. Pastor: For as high as the heavens are above the earth, so great is his steadfast love toward those who fear him; People: as far as the east is from the west, so far does he remove our transgressions from us. All: As a father shows compassion to his children, so the LORD shows compassion to those who fear him. 3 (Please remain standing)

4 KYRIE 4 GLORIA IN EXCELSIS

5 5 PRAYER OF THE DAY Pastor: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Pastor: Let us pray together. All: O God, the strength of all who put their trust in You, mercifully grant that by Your power we may be defended against all adversity; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. (Please be seated) OLD TESTAMENT READING Genesis 45:3 15 (Joseph provides for his brothers and family.) Reader: The Old Testament reading is from Genesis, chapter forty-five. (After the reading ) Reader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

6 EPISTLE READING 1 Corinthians 15:21 26, (The resurrection body) Reader: The Epistle reading is from 1 Corinthians, chapter fifteen. (After the reading ) Reader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. 6 (Please stand for the Alleluia Verse and the reading of the Gospel Lesson) ALLELUIA HOLY GOSPEL Luke 6:27 38 (Love your enemies.) Pastor: The Holy Gospel according to St. Luke, the sixth chapter. (The Gospel is read) Pastor: This is the Gospel of the Lord.

7 APOSTLE'S CREED All: I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth. 7 And in Jesus Christ, His 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 into hell. The third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty. From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead. 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. (Please be seated) We invite the children forward as we sing: LSB #588, vs. 1&2 Jesus loves me! This I know, for the Bible tells me so. Little ones to Him belong; they are weak but He is strong. Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! The Bible tells me so. Jesus loves me! He who died, heavens gates to open wide. He has washed away my sin, Lets His little child come in. Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! Yes, Jesus loves me! The Bible tells me so. CHILDREN S MESSAGE SERMON HYMN #561 The Tree of Life

8 SERMON Keep Your Friends Close and Your 8 Enemies even Closer TITHES, PLEDGES, AND OFFERINGS [Please take a moment and sign the attendance book at the end of the pew] (Please stand for the Prayers) PRAYER OF THE CHURCH Pastor: In peace, let us pray to the Lord. People: Lord, have mercy. Pastor: For the gift of divine peace and of pardon, with all our heart and with all our mind, let us pray to the Lord. People: Lord, have mercy. Pastor: For the Holy Christian Church, here and scattered throughout the world, and for the proclamation of the Gospel and the calling of all to faith, let us pray to the Lord. People: Lord, have mercy. Pastor: For this nation, for our cities and communities, and for the common welfare of us all, let us pray to the Lord. People: Lord, have mercy. Pastor: For seasonable weather and for the fruitfulness of the earth, let us pray to the Lord. People: Lord, have mercy. Pastor: For those who labor, for those whose work is difficult or dangerous, and for all who travel, let us pray to the Lord. People: Lord, have mercy. Pastor: For all those in need, for the hungry and homeless, for the widowed and orphaned, and for all those in prison, let us pray to the Lord. People: Lord, have mercy.

9 9 Pastor: For the sick and dying and for all those who care for them, let us pray to the Lord. People: Lord, have mercy. Pastor: For... [additional bids for prayer may be inserted here]... let us pray to the Lord. People: Lord, have mercy. Pastor: Finally, for these and for all our needs of body and soul, let us pray to the Lord. People: Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Amen. + SERVICE OF THE SACRAMENT + PREFACE Pastor: The Lord be with you. Pastor: Lift up your hearts. Pastor: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. PROPER PREFACE Pastor: It is truly good, right, and salutary, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks to You, O Lord, Holy Father, almighty everlasting God, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Who on this day overcame death and the grave and by His glorious resurrection opened to

10 us the way of everlasting life. Therefore with angels and archangels and with all the company of heaven, we laud and magnify Your glorious Name, evermore praising You and singing 10 SANCTUS THE WORDS OF OUR LORD Pastor: Our Lord Jesus Christ, on the night when He was betrayed, took bread, and when He had given thanks, He broke it and gave it to the disciples and said: Take, eat; this is My body, which is given for you. This do in remembrance of Me. In the same way also He took the cup after supper, and when He had given thanks, He gave it to them, saying: Drink of it, all of you; this cup is the new testament in My blood, which is shed for you for the forgiveness of sins. This do, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me.

11 PROCLAMATION OF CHRIST Pastor: As often as we eat this bread and drink this cup, we proclaim the Lord's death until He comes. 1 Corinthians 11:26 People: Amen. Come, Lord Jesus. Revelation 22:20 Pastor: Lord, remember us in Your kingdom and teach us to pray: LORD S PRAYER Pastor: Lord, remember us in our kingdom and teach us to pray: All: 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. PAX DOMINI Pastor: The peace of the Lord be with you always. 11 AGNUS DEI

12 12 (Please be seated for the Distribution) Visitors, please review our Communion announcement found on the inside back cover of this bulletin DISTRIBUTION HYMNS #845 Where Charity and Love Prevail #784 Take My Life and Let It Be #632 O Jesus, Blessed Lord, to Thee (At the conclusion of the Distribution, we stand and sing: NUNC DIMITTIS

13 13 POST COMMUNION COLLECT Pastor: Let us pray. O God the Father, the fountain and source of all goodness, who in loving-kindness sent Your only-begotten Son into the flesh, we thank You that for His sake You have given us pardon and peace in this Sacrament, and we ask You not to forsake Your children but always to rule our hearts and minds by Your Holy Spirit that we may be enabled constantly to serve You; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. BENEDICTION Pastor: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious unto you.

14 The Lord lift up His countenance upon you and + give you peace. Numbers 6: CLOSING HYMN #730 What Is the World to Me Pastor: The worship is ended. People: The service now begins. Pastor: Go in peace and serve the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. POSTLUDE IN THE SERVICE OF THE LORD TODAY: Officiant Rev. Mark Moretz Organist Cindy Golem Assisting Ministers Mr. Dan Vermilya, Mr. Frank Waldron Mr. Jim Gann, Mr. Fred Tichnell Usher Ed Asper/Chip Brown Acolyte, 8;00 Sydney Hector, Dory Brown Acolyte, 11:00 Adam Brown, Evan Moretz Lector, 8:00 Nancy Flicek Lector, 11:00 Tom Stenger Greeter 8:00 Mr. & Mrs. Daniel Vermilya Greeters, 11:00 Mr. & Mrs. Larry Campbell Nursery TBD Altar flowers are given to the glory of God by Mr. & Mrs. Gary Coffman in honor of the CLC Praise Team.

15 ANNOUNCEMENTS [Please check the newsletter for additional announcements] addresses: Church: Open Arms: 15 This week: Monday: PA Evening Bible Study, 7:00 p.m. (Foster home) WV Evening Bible Study, 7:00 p.m. (Tichnell home) Wednesday: LifeLight Bible Study, 12:00 p.m. Confirmation Class, 6:15 p.m. Choir Rehearsal, 7:00 p.m. Gluten-free wafers are now available. Please let Pastor Mark know at the Communion Rail if you prefer these. TODAY -- Arts Alive! Silent Auction There will be a light lunch on Feb. 24 th after late service to announce the winner. You do not have to be present to win. The highest bid is $ In case of a tie bidders will submit a one time bid to win highest amount wins! Mission of the Month for February is Mount Hope Prison Ministry.

16 16 EASTER LILIES Order forms have been placed in mailboxes for Easter lilies. The cost is $10.25 each (same as last year) and the final count is due March 17. Place order form with payment (make checks to Concordia Lutheran Church) in the basket in the office. Extra forms may be found on the shelf next to the guest book in the narthex. CHURCH SIGN MESSAGE All church events can be advertised on the Electric Sign. Please contact: 1. John Borrelli 2. Mark Eberly Keep messages short and to the point. NO NEED to call the Pastor or any Board Member for approval. NEWSPAPER ARTICLES Contact Ron Bucher at and leave an answer. All articles must be submitted three weeks in advance in order to have time to submit to the paper. OPEN ARMS PRESCHOOL We are beginning to plan this year s Spaghetti dinner and Auction, March 15 th. Donations of goods or services would be greatly appreciated. Please have donations for the silent auction in by March 1. More details will be coming soon. Micah s Backpack New fliers are in mailboxes. Current needs are oatmeal and snacks. Thanks for all your generous support through the year.

17 Church Envelopes: It is that time of year! If you do not already have church offering envelopes and would like to have them, please let Mitzie Bowman know. You can place a note in her mailbox or give her a call The CLC Praise Team is seeking a bass guitar player to play at the 9:30 am service. If you are interested or know someone who would be interested, please contact Tom O Farrell at tjofarrell7@gmail.com. Mailboxes: A continued warm welcome to all of our regular visitors! Concordia serves four states and provides three Worship Services every Sunday in addition to other Ministries and activities. Communication is a challenge! There are enough mailboxes for everyone who desires a mailbox to have one. It is our most used form of giving and receiving communication. and Facebook are also used to help inform everyone of activities and events. Please contact Rosella Rogers or Jean Tichnell if you don t have a mailbox or if you would prefer your mailbox to be located in the Outreach Center instead of the Narthex. Thank you. ChurchTrac: If there is a change in any of your personal information especially phone number or address please contact Jean 0025 or jeantich@comcast so the info can be changed in ChurchTrac. Thank you! 17

18 Prayer Shawl Ministry Request forms to have a prayer shawl made for you or a loved one are on the bulletin board to the left of the mailboxes. Please complete the form and put it in Jane O Farrell s mailbox. If anyone would like to share their talent of knitting or crocheting for this ministry please contact one of the members: Jane O Farrell, and Cheryl Dawson. Group meets the 2 nd Wednesday of every month. 18

19 Worship with us! Sunday in the Sanctuary: Traditional (Liturgical) Service, 8:00 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. Sunday in the Outreach Center Praise Service, 9:30 a.m. Holy Communion celebrated at all Sunday Services 19 Sunday School meets in the Education Wing, 9:30 a.m. Together With Jesus: Parents, two s & three s Noah s Ark (Parents) Early Childhood Ages 4-6 Promised Land or Lion s Den (Chip Brown) Elementary Grades 2-5 Promised Land (Becky Brown & Maggie Brown) Middle School/Upper Grades Grades 6-8 (plus high school) Luther Room (Sylvia Shives, Bob Keane) High School, Young Adults Class/Leader plans pending Adult Bible Study, 9:30 a.m. Fellowship Hall (Pastor William Pekari) Open Arms Preschool Registration required for 2, 3, or 4 day AM program Contact Karla Baker: (cell: )