DIVINE GRACE EV. LUTHERAN

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1 DIVINE GRACE EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH SCHOOL PRESCHOOL Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod 3000 S. Lapeer Road Orion, MI (248) Christmas 1 Series C December 30,

2 Welcome to Divine Grace Lutheran Church Welcome to worship! May God fill your heart with his Holy Spirit and bless your hour of worship. May you find in Jesus the eternal peace, joy and comfort for which your soul longs. If you are a visitor, please sign the Guest Register in the entryway of the church with your complete name and address. Be sure to visit us again! Theme: Christ Jesus lives as our substitute. Opening Hymn Come, Your Hearts and Voices Raising CW 42 Liturgy: Service of the Word, p. 38 Old Testament Lesson: 1 Samuel 2:18-20,26 The similarities between the boy Samuel and the boy Jesus are striking: a gracious gift to his mother, the boy Samuel was dedicated to the Lord s service, ministering in the Tabernacle. By grace he would grow in favor with God and men. By grace he would willingly carry out the Father s things/business all the days of his life. 18But Samuel ministered before the LORD while he was still a young boy, dressed in a special vest made of linen. 19 His mother would make a little robe for him and bring it to him whenever she came up with her husband to offer the annual sacrifice. 20 Eli would bless Elkanah and his wife, and say, May the LORD give you offspring from this woman in place of the son she asked for, whom she loaned to the LORD. Then they would go back to their home. 26 The young man Samuel continued to grow, and he increased in favor with both the LORD and with men. Psalm 111, page 106 in the hymnal Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done mar-vel-ous things. Great are the works 'of the Lord;* they are pondered by all who de'light in them. Glorious and majestic 'are his deeds,* and his righteousness endures for'ever. He has caused his wonders to be re'membered;* the Lord is gracious and com'passionate

3 Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done mar-vel-ous things. The works of his hands are faith'ful and just;* all his precepts are trust'worthy. He provided redemption for his 'people;* he ordained his covenant for'ever. The fear of the Lord is the beginning of 'wisdom;* all who follow his precepts have good under 'standing. Glory be to the Father and 'to the Son* and to the Holy 'Spirit, as it was in the be'ginning,* is now, and will be forever. 'Amen. Sing to the Lord a new song, for he has done mar-vel-ous things. Epistle Lesson: Hebrews 2:10-18 God demanded a perfect sacrifice for the sins of the world. Therefore Jesus became fully human. He became our brother, like us in every way, except without sin, that he might atone for our sins. In the face of temptation, we turn to Jesus who overcame all temptations to sin. 10Certainly it was fitting for God (the one for whom and through whom everything exists), in leading many sons to glory, to bring the author of their salvation to his goal through sufferings. 11 For he who sanctifies and those who are being sanctified all have one Father. For that reason, he is not ashamed to call them brothers. 12 He says: I will declare your name to my brothers. Within the congregation I will sing your praise. 13 And again: I will trust in him. And again: Here I am and the children God has given me. 14Therefore, since the children share flesh and blood, he also shared the same flesh and blood, so that through death he could destroy the one who had the power of death (that is, the Devil) 15 and free those who were held in slavery all their lives by the fear of death. 16For surely he was not concerned with helping angels but with helping Abraham s offspring. 17 For this reason, he had to become like his brothers in every way, in order that he would be a merciful and faithful high priest in the things pertaining to God, so that he could pay for the sins of the people. 18 Indeed, because he suffered when he was tempted, he is able to help those who are being tempted. Verse of the Day: Alleluia. Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts. Alleluia

4 Gospel Lesson & Sermon Text: Luke 2:41-52 With an emphasis on the two natures of Christ, these words from Luke reveal Jesus growth in favor with God and men. Yet, very clearly, Jesus always understood his purpose was to carry out the Father s plan of salvation. Though he willingly he obeyed Mary and Joseph, more striking is his willing obedience to the Father s will. 41Every year his parents traveled to Jerusalem for the Passover Festival. 42 When he was twelve years old, they went up according to the custom of the Festival. 43 When the days had ended, as they were returning, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His parents did not know it. 44 Since they thought he was in their group, they went a day s journey. Then they began to look for him among their relatives and friends. 45 When they did not find him, they returned to Jerusalem, searching for him. 46After three days they found him in the temple courts, sitting among the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions. 47 And all who heard him were amazed at his understanding and his answers. 48 When his parents saw him, they were astonished. His mother said to him, Son, why have you treated us this way? See, your father and I have been anxiously looking for you. 49He said to them, Why were you looking for me? Did you not know that I must be taking care of my Father s business? 50 They did not understand what he was telling them. 51He went down with them and came to Nazareth. He was always obedient to them. And his mother treasured up all these things in her heart. 52 Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in favor with God and with people. All scripture quotations are taken from The Holy Bible, Evangelical Heritage Version TM (EHV TM ) copyright 2016 The Wartburg Project. All rights reserved. Hymn of the Day Let All Together Praise Our God CW 41 Sermon (Luke 2:41-52): Jesus Generates Excitement! Offering Our congregation s members willingly give offerings to support the Lord s work here and around the world out of their love for Christ. If you are a guest or visitor today, please do not feel obligated to give an offering. Hymn O Jesus So Sweet, O Jesus So Mild CW 366 Closing Hymn Let Us All with Gladsome Voice CW

5 + + + We thank our Service Participants: Sunday Preacher: Pastor Mark Voss Organist: Mrs. Marie Sazy Sunday Ushers: 8:00 am J. Anderson, L. Sak, L. Buss, P. Miela 10:45 am R. Davies, T. Pentis, G. Gooch, C. Gooch AT A GLANCE New Years Eve Worship Dec 31 at 6:00 pm Taking Down Decorations on January 6 after Late Service School Resumes January 7 Our Week with the Savior: December 30-January 6 This Sunday 8:00 & 10:45 am 9:30 am 9:30 am Worship Services Adult Bible Class NO Children s Sunday School Monday 6:00 pm New Years Eve Worship Service with the Lord s Supper Mon- Fri Next Sunday 8:00 & 10:45 am 9:30 am 12:00 pm No School Worship Services with the Lord s Supper Adult Bible Class, Children s Sunday School, Youth Group Taking Down Christmas Decorations Church News Altar Flowers: The Christmas poinsettias that beautify our service today were given to God s glory by these families Crass (3) Root (2), Sazy (2), Voss, and Reinhold. You may take your flowers home after the service today. New Years Eve Service 6:00 pm: Please join us for worship and the Lord s Supper tomorrow evening at 6:00 pm. Thank You: As a staff of called workers here at Divine Grace, we wish to express our heartfelt thanks for the thoughtful and generous Christmas gift of money given to each of us by members of the congregation. It is truly humbling to think of the precious privilege of serving in God s kingdom here among you. We thank God for you daily. Thank you for your kind remembrances. May our gracious God continue to bless and guide us together as a family of believers! We always thank God for all of you (1 Thessalonians 1:2). Taking Down Christmas Decorations: After the 10:45 worship service on January 6 th, we will be taking down the Christmas decorations in church. Your help would be deeply appreciated. Thanks! - 4 -

6 No Children s Sunday School Today. Children s Sunday School will resume next Sunday. Volunteer Sign-Up: The 2019 Snack Schedule and Cleaning Schedule have been posted on the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall. Please consider volunteering. Thank you! Church Cleaning: Volunteers are needed for cleaning our worship area next year. Since the schedule is set so that we only clean once every two weeks, every space on the signup sheet needs to be filled. That is only 26 spots to fill! Please choose a weekend to help with this service. Supplies are in the church janitor s closet and a list of duties is posted there. Youth Group Pop Can Donations: The youth group would like to thank the individuals who have helped support them through their generous donations of returnable cans and bottles. If you would like to help fund ongoing activities with your returnable beverage containers, there is a blue recyclable can in the storage closet closest near the school entry doors. Thanks again for your support. Jeff Thorsen- Youth Group Leader College Students: Please make sure Mrs. Pentis has your correct address if you are living away from home. updates to office@divinegrace.net ASAP. Thank you! New Year s Resolution: Grow in Your Knowledge of God s Word: The new year is a great time to get in on one of our Bible studies here at church! Today we are continuing the study entitled The Seven Letters to the Seven Churches (Rev. 1-3), which is held Sunday mornings at 9:30 am. Wednesday Morning Bible Class will resume on January 9 th at 9:30 am. The class meets every Wednesday during the school year. Please plan to join us at one or both! Annual Report: If you are the head of a church or school committee or group and have not done so already, please write your report and it to me at office@divinegrace.net. Thank you. Deanna Pentis Annual Report Paper Copies: If you are interested in receiving a paper copy of the Annual Report, please add your name to the list on the clipboard found on the entryway credenza. (Council members will automatically receive a complete paper copy and do not need to sign up.) You may also indicate if you would prefer to receive a PDF version via . Otherwise, you will receive a brief summary sheet of the Annual Report in your church mailbox once the report is finalized. WELS Marriage Enrichment & Get-Away Weekend: It s simple, really. Marriage is a man and a woman promising to live together as husband and wife until death. But anyone who has tried it knows it s also complicated. Spend the weekend with your spouse making it simple again. In Simply Marriage couples learn to overcome frustration, appreciate their incompatibility, break patterns that destroy oneness, use words that work and grow more intimate. Register for Simply Marriage in Canton, Ohio March 29-31, The registration deadline is February 12 th. Makes a wonderful Valentine's gift! See the poster or brochures in the Fellowship Hall. Visit to register

7 Forward in Christ magazines were placed in the mailboxes of those who have requested them. There are extras available on the credenza in the church entryway. WELS Lutherans for Life Annual Meeting: The Redford Pregnancy Care Center (RPCC) invites you to its annual meeting at St. Paul Lutheran Church in Livonia on Sunday, January 13, at 3 p.m. Pastor Bill Natsis will present the keynote address, Luther s Treatment of the Sixth Commandment in the Large Catechism. The topic is closely related to the Mission of the Pregnancy Care Center. However, everyone is welcome to join us and meditate on timeless truths from God s Word. The WELS Lutherans for Life of Michigan Annual Meeting will follow the address. The Redford Pregnancy Care Center is a chapter of the national Christian Life Resources organization. 25 th Annual Today s Christian Women Retreat: Registration is open for the Women s Retreat held March 22-24, 2019, at the Auburn Hills Marriott Campus in Pontiac. Register via the website Password: retreat. Men s Rally: Registration is open for the Men s Rally on February 16, 2019, at the Great Hall Banquet & Convention Center in Midland. You can find more information and registration forms online at or in the Fellowship Hall on the bulletin board. Registration deadline is January 31. Attendance: Children s Christmas Service 12/21 7:00 pm Worship: 161 Christmas Eve Candlelight Service 12/24 5:00 pm Worship: 224 Christmas Day Worship Service 12/25 9:00 am Worship: 90 Sunday 12/23 8:00 am Worship: 59 Communion: -- 10:45 am Worship: 80 Communion: -- Sunday Adult Bible Class: 47 Bible Study (totals for the week): Adults - 47 Teens - -- Children

8 Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod Pastor Mark Voss Cell Phone: (248) Principal Jesse Nofftz Cell Phone: (608) Preschool Director Barb Musinski Volunteers for Next Week: Divine Grace Worship Services Sundays, 8:00 & 10:45 am Children s Sunday School Sundays, 9:30 am Bible Classes Sundays, 9:30 am Adult Bible Class Wednesdays, 9:30 am Mid-Week Bible Class Visit our website divinegrace.net facebook.com/divinegracelutheranchurch office@divinegrace.net 12/31 6:00 pm New Year s Eve Service: Ushers volunteers needed Communion Support Jim Teller 1/5 Church Cleaning: volunteer needed 1/6 8:00 am Sunday Service: 1/6 10:45 am Sunday Service: Communion Setup volunteer needed 8:00 Ushers D. Schreiner, S. Kerlin, N. Hagewood, D. Bessolo 10:45 Ushers K. Uhlig, S. Kimmel, C. Uhlig, J. Uhlig Communion Support J. Nofftz Communion Support K. Uhlig Fellowship Snack Sak Communion Cleanup volunteer needed Upcoming Birthdays: 12/30 Calvin Koch, Gavin Morse, Maverick Watson 1/2 Stacy Baker 1/3 Justin Petoskey, Nate Sak 1/4 Rachel Nordlie 1/5 Gary Brockman 1/8 Carter Coffin 1/9 Carter Gooch 1/11 Vivienne Roggenbuck 1/13 Samantha Miller - 7 -