DIVINE GRACE EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH and SCHOOL Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod 3000 S. Lapeer Road Orion, MI (248)

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1 DIVINE GRACE EV. LUTHERAN CHURCH and SCHOOL Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod 3000 S. Lapeer Road Orion, MI (248) Pentecost 21 Series B October 18, 2015

2 Welcome to Divine Grace Lutheran Church Welcome to Divine Grace Lutheran Church. We are happy that you have joined us as we thank and praise our gracious God for all his kindness, especially sending his Son Jesus whose death on the cross has forgiven the sins of the world. If you are looking for a church home, please call our pastor. He will be happy to answer any questions you may have. If you are a visitor, we kindly ask that you sign the Guest Register in the church entryway. If you are just passing through we hope that you will join us the next time you are in our area. Parish News items are noted in the bulletin, or can be found on our website, Welcome Cards can be found in the pews. If you are a visitor and would like more information about our church, school, or preschool, please fill out the green card and place it in the offering plate or turn it in to an usher. Children are welcome to take a small bag from the coat rack as you enter the sanctuary. There are also children s bulletins and crayons available. The back few rows are reserved for parents with small children. Nursery (Mother s Room): If you have a young child or nursing infant and are in need of a nursery, you will find it to the left as soon as you enter the sanctuary. The service is shown on the television in the nursery. Changing Tables are located in the Women s Restroom in the Fellowship Hall, and in both the Men s and Women s Restrooms adjacent to the school hallway. Communion Registry: Communion services are held on the first and third Sunday of the month (and Thursdays prior, during the summer). If you are a member, please check off your name on the communion registry in the narthex. WELS or ELS members who are visiting, please fill out a tan registration card and hand it to an usher. Restrooms are located through the doorway on the south wall of the sanctuary. Additional restrooms are located in the Fellowship Hall and adjacent to the school hallway

3 Theme: It s easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich person to enter the kingdom of God? Today Jesus teaches us not to overestimate ourselves, and not to underestimate our God. Personal Preparation for the Lord s Supper Hymnal, page 156 Opening Hymn: 779 I Sing as I Arise Today Liturgy: Service of Word & Sacrament, p. 26 Old Testament Lesson: Amos 5:6,7, God warns the people of Israel about their materialism and their lack of concern for the poor. Unless they turn from their sins and embrace him in humble faith, they will be consumed with a fire that cannot be put out. 6 Seek the LORD and live, or he will sweep through the house of Joseph like a fire; it will devour, and Bethel will have no one to quench it. 7 You who turn justice into bitterness and cast righteousness to the ground you hate the one who reproves in court and despise him who tells the truth. 11 You trample on the poor and force him to give you grain. Therefore, though you have built stone mansions, you will not live in them; though you have planted lush vineyards, you will not drink their wine. 12 For I know how many are your offenses and how great your sins. You oppress the righteous and take bribes and you deprive the poor of justice in the courts. 13 Therefore the prudent man keeps quiet in such times, for the times are evil. 14 Seek good, not evil, that you may live. Then the LORD God Almighty will be with you, just as you say he is. 15 Hate evil, love good; maintain justice in the courts. Perhaps the LORD God Almighty will have mercy on the remnant of Joseph. Psalm 90, page 99 in the hymnal Refrain: In ev-'ry age, O Lord, you have been our ref-uge. Lord, you have been our 'dwelling place* throughout all gener'ations. Before the mountains were born or you brought forth the earth 'and the world,* from everlasting to everlasting 'you are God. For a thousand years in your sight are like a day that has 'just gone by,* or like a watch 'in the night. Refrain: In ev-'ry age, O Lord, you have been our ref-uge

4 You have set our iniquities be'fore you,* our secret sins in the light of your 'presence. You turn mortals 'back to dust.* You sweep them away in the 'sleep of death. The length of our days is seventy years-or eighty, if we 'have the strength;* yet their span is but trouble and 'sorrow. Teach us to number our 'days aright,* that we may gain a heart of 'wisdom. Refrain: In ev-'ry age, O Lord, you have been our ref-uge. Satisfy us in the morning with your un'failing love,* that we may sing for joy and be glad 'all our days. 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. Refrain: In ev-'ry age, O Lord, you have been our ref-uge. Epistle Lesson: Hebrews 3:1-6 Jesus was faithful in carrying out his Father s mission, just as Moses faithfully carried out his God-given responsibilities. But Jesus is worthy of greater honor than Moses because Moses was a servant in God s house, while Jesus is the head of that house, the Church. 1 Therefore, holy brothers, who share in the heavenly calling, fix your thoughts on Jesus, the apostle and high priest whom we confess. 2 He was faithful to the one who appointed him, just as Moses was faithful in all God's house. 3 Jesus has been found worthy of greater honor than Moses, just as the builder of a house has greater honor than the house itself. 4 For every house is built by someone, but God is the builder of everything. 5 Moses was faithful as a servant in all God's house, testifying to what would be said in the future. 6 But Christ is faithful as a son over God's house. And we are his house, if we hold on to our courage and the hope of which we boast. Verse of the Day: Alleluia. This is the Lord, we trusted in him; let us rejoice and be glad in his salvation. Alleluia. Gospel Lesson & Sermon Text: Mark 10:17-27 A rich young man wanted to know what he had to do to be saved. Jesus answers that he needs to set his money aside and put the Lord first

5 17 As Jesus started on his way, a man ran up to him and fell on his knees before him. Good teacher, he asked, what must I do to inherit eternal life? 18 Why do you call me good? Jesus answered. No one is good--except God alone. 19 You know the commandments: Do not murder, do not commit adultery, do not steal, do not give false testimony, do not defraud, honor your father and mother. 20 Teacher, he declared, all these I have kept since I was a boy. 21 Jesus looked at him and loved him. One thing you lack, he said. Go, sell everything you have and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me. 22 At this the man's face fell. He went away sad, because he had great wealth. 23 Jesus looked around and said to his disciples, How hard it is for the rich to enter the kingdom of God! 24 The disciples were amazed at his words. But Jesus said again, Children, how hard it is to enter the kingdom of God! 25 It is easier for a camel to go through the eye of a needle than for a rich man to enter the kingdom of God. 26 The disciples were even more amazed, and said to each other, Who then can be saved? 27 Jesus looked at them and said, With man this is impossible, but not with God; all things are possible with God. Hymn of Day: 401 Your Works, Not Mine, O Christ Sermon (Mark 10:17-27): Overestimating Ourselves, Underestimating God 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. Visitors are not required or expected to give an offering, though they may if they wish to do so. Close Communion We welcome all to our worship service. The Bible teaches that communion together signifies a oneness in faith, life, and worship (1 Cor 10:16-17). Reception of the Lord s Supper by Christians not fully united with us would imply a oneness which does not yet exist, but for which we pray. Therefore, out of love for God s Word, we invite those who are members of our congregation (or a sister WELS/ELS congregation) to come forward for communion. If you are a visitor, our pastor would be happy to speak with you, on the basis of God s Word, so that you might commune with us in the future. Hymn: 312 Lord Jesus Christ, You Have Prepared Closing Hymn: 289 Preserve Your Word, O Savior

6 We thank our Service Participants: Preacher: Pastor Mark Voss Organist: Mr. Jonathan Munson Sunday Ushers: 8:00 am K. Miskowski, L. Miskowski, K. Krueger 10:45 am E. Nordlie, N. Nordlie, M. Armstrong, M. Voss Communion Support: J. Nofftz, J. Teller Here are the Scripture lessons for next week. Feel free to look them up and start giving them some thought as you prepare yourself for worship. Readings: Mark 10:35-45, 2 Chronicles 26:16-23 AT A GLANCE Parent s Night Out Friday, October 23 Voters Meeting Sunday, October 25 Noon Coffin Baby Shower Sunday, October 25 Noon Wreath Orders Due on Monday, October 26 th! Our Week with the Savior: October This Sunday 8 & 10:45 am 9:30 am Worship Services with the Lord s Supper Sunday School and Adult Bible Class Monday 5:30 pm 7:00 pm Confirmation Class Congregational Care Committee Meeting Wednesday 9:00 am 9:30 am 7:00 pm School Chapel Adult Bible Study Women s Bible Study Psalms for Life Thursday School Pictures by Kaiser Studios 3:45-4:20 pm 6:30 pm Jr. Handbell Practice Choir Practice Friday 9:00 am 6-9 pm Hearing Screening (4 s, Grades K,2,4) Parent s Night Out registration required! Saturday 9:00 am Floor Hockey Tournament Cancelled Next Sunday 8 & 10:45 am 9:30 am 12:00 pm 12:00 pm Worship Services Sunday School and Adult Bible Class Voter s Meeting in church Diaper Shower for Kristi Coffin in Fellowship Hall - 5 -

7 Parish News Altar Flowers: The flowers that beautify our service today were given to God s glory by the Jorgenson family in honor of Andrew s 19 th birthday and also for Ron and Joy s 39 th anniversary. Quarterly Voters Meeting: All voters of the congregation please plan to meet on Sunday, October 25 th, at noon. Elections: The following men have agreed to have their names put on the slate of candidates for various boards and committees for the October 25 voter s meeting: Chris Grimm (Congregation Secretary), Mark Krueger (Elders), Tom Pentis (Elders), Jeff Thorsen (Elementary Education Board), Nick Hagewood (Early Education Board), Kevin Krueger (Property Committee), and Adam Rose (Evangelism Committee). Please keep those men, and those still considering calls to serve in those and other positions, in your prayers. Diaper Shower: All women of the congregation are invited to a baby shower for our Kindergarten Teacher, Kristi Coffin, on Sunday, October 25 th at noon. Please sign up on the Women Serving Christ bulletin board if you plan to attend. The luncheon will take place in the Fellowship Hall. Please bring a dish to pass. Kristi, her husband Tris, and son Carter, are eagerly anticipating the arrival of baby Landon on November 9 th. It s Christmas Wreath Ordering Time Again! I know it s early but get your order in now and cross 1 item off your to-do list. PTO is again offering all sorts of wreaths, garland and other greenery to anyone interested. We purchase them from Addison-Oak Christmas Tree Farm and bring them to DG for pick-up. An added bonus is your order will be bagged so you won t get any needles or mess in your car. There are order forms in the church entryway. We need your orders by Monday, October 26 th and your items will be ready for pick-up shortly after Thanksgiving. All proceeds go to support the PTO s activities in our school. If you have any questions please contact Eric Nordlie. PARENTS NIGHT OUT will take place on Friday October 23 rd from 6-9pm. Parents may leave their children (babies through grade 8) in the care of adult & teen volunteers here at Divine Grace Lutheran. It will be a great chance for parents to have a FREE evening out and introducing our church and school to the community. Reservations are required. If you are interested in participating, please fill out a blue flyer and return it in to Nick or Michelle Hagewood ASAP. Don t forget to spread the word to family and friends you may know who would love this opportunity to get to know Divine Grace Lutheran Church & School. Greeters Needed: Good Morning! A friendly greeting is a great way to begin your day. If you would like to share good tidings with the worshippers at Divine Grace on Sunday mornings, please sign up to be a Greeter. This will supplement the fine job the ushers are doing, so ladies, this is your chance to be involved! Greeters can be male or female members. All you would need to do is show up early for the Sunday morning service of your - 6 -

8 choice and stand in the church entryway to welcome friends and visitors to Divine Grace. The sign-up sheet is located in the Fellowship Hall. Church Work Day - October 31: Come join the fun on Saturday, October 31 st, from 9:00 am to noon, and help out with building maintenance. If you can t make it and would like to tackle a task on your own, just initial the task on the checklist posted on the school office window and put down the date you plan on working. Lots of hands make for light work, so let s work together to beautify our church! Free Bridge: The bridge located on the south side of the church driveway needs to be torn down since it is no longer being used. It is in fairly good shape. If anyone would like to tear it down and use it, they can have it! If you are interested, please speak with Kevin Krueger before Church Work Day on October 31. Scrip Orders: Scrip orders are placed the 1 st and 3 rd Thursdays of every month. If you would like to order gift cards through the school, please fill out an order form and turn it in to the school office. Be sure to indicate your Scrip Incentive designation. Trunk-Or-Treat: We are hosting a Trunk-or-Treat event on Saturday, October 31, from 3:30-5:00 pm. All children are welcome to come and bring their friends! Costumes are welcome, just please leave any scary stuff at home. There will be vehicles in the back parking lot full of treats for the kids, along with information about our ministries for those visitors attending. If you would like to sign up to host a vehicle that hands out candy (that we would ask you to bring), please sign up on the sheet in the lobby. If you can t be there but would like to help, we are also accepting candy donations, which you can bring in at any time. It will be a fun and easy way to get people from our community familiar with Divine Grace! If you have any questions, please speak with Pastor. Jets Pizza Nights: During the month of November, the Jets Pizza store managed by member Larry Buss (at the corner of Lapeer and Clarkston Roads in Lake Orion) will be donating 10% of all sales to the Divine Grace Property Improvement Fund, in support of the current improvement projects. Call the store at (248) to place an order for pick up or for delivery. Thank you, Larry! Boiler Update: The new boilers and facility control system has been installed and is in full operation. Sensors have replaced thermostats allowing for web-based temperature control. Over the next several weeks we will be tweaking the schedule for most efficient operation. Please be sure to schedule all after our events and meetings with our office manager Deanna so we can be sure to moderate the temperature according to needs. If you have any questions, comments or concerns please contact me. In Christ, Kevin A. Krueger, Property Committee Chairman Blood Drive: Divine Grace will be hosting our fall blood drive on Tuesday, November 3 rd from 1-7:00 pm. We hope you can find time in your schedule to roll up your sleeve and donate. The blood you give will be helping someone s mother, father, son, daughter, sister, - 7 -

9 or brother please consider donating! You can make an appointment on-line at (use the sponsor code: divinegrace) or use the sign-up sheet in the Fellowship Hall to reserve your appointment. If you have questions please contact Joy Jorgenson at New Membership Directories: The new Divine Grace membership directories were placed in mailboxes last week. If you did not get one, there are extras on the credenza in the church entryway. As always, if you have a change in contact information at any time during the year, please let Pastor Voss know. Flu Shot Available: The Oakland County Health Division (OCHD) Flu clinic hours are: Noon 8 pm on Monday, and 8:30 am 5 pm Tuesday through Friday. North Oakland Health Center, 1200 N. Telegraph Road, Building 34 East, Pontiac South Oakland Health Center, Greenfield Road, Southfield Flu shots are $25 and no appointment is necessary. Residents can register and pay online at oakgov.com/health. Walk-ins are welcome. Thoughts of Faith is a mission newsletter published by the ELS. Copies are available in the track rack (opposite the church mailboxes). Feel free to take one! Michigan Lutheran Seminary (MLS) News "We're off to see the Wizard!" The Michigan Lutheran Seminary Court Street players will present "The Wizard of Oz" on Thursday, Nov. 5 at 7:00 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 7 at 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, Nov. 8 at 2:30 p.m. Tickets are now on sale! Please call ext 264 for ticket availability. All seats are reserved. Adult tickets are $10 and student tickets are $5. Join us for this well known and loved musical! Light Up a Student s Life: Each year the MLS Foundation sponsors a Light Up a Student's Life Program. This program gives people the opportunity to purchase a light bulb on a special tree in honor of, or in memory of someone special in their life. The Foundation will send a Christmas card to the recipient of this honor on your behalf. The tree will be on display throughout November and December. Donations given are used for the MLS Foundation Student Need Fund which helps provide student assistance. For more information please call the Foundation office at or visit the Web site mlsfoundation.org Attendance: Sunday 10/11 8:00 am Worship: 39 10:45 am Worship: 84 Communion: -- Communion: -- Sunday Adult Bible Class: 44 Bible Study (totals for the week): Adults - 73 Teens - 0 Children

10 MISSION STATEMENT Divine Grace Ev. Lutheran Church is a gathering of believers in Jesus Christ in the Lake Orion, Michigan area. As followers of our Lord and Savior, we are devoted to fulfilling the Great Commission he has given us in Matthew 28: Compelled by the love of Christ, we strive to make disciples for Jesus through faithful use of the means of grace--god s Word of Law and Gospel, Baptism and the Lord s Supper. In order to carry out this ministry, we follow Christ s commands: To join in regular worship and to conduct active lives of prayer (Psalm 95:1,2,6,7; Colossians 4:2) To study God s Word diligently and to hold to it faithfully (2 Peter 3:18; John 8:31,32) To encourage fellow believers to grow in their Christian faith and life (Hebrews 10:23-25) To restore erring members to a life of discipleship through loving, Christ-centered discipline (Matthew 18:15-18; Galatians 6:1) To express our Christian love by serving the needs of our fellowmen (John 13:34,35; Galatians 6:2,9,10) To reach out to the spiritually lost in our community and in the world with the Gospel (Acts 1:8; 2 Corinthians 5:18-20) To serve God and others for the building up of his Church with the spiritual gifts and abilities he has given us (1 Corinthians 15:58; Ephesians 4:11-13; 1 Peter 4:10,11) To use our God-given time, possessions and money for the glory of God and good of others (Matthew 25:14-30; Proverbs 3:9) - 9 -

11 Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod Pastor/Principal Mark Voss Cell Phone: (248) Preschool Director Barb Musinski Divine Grace Worship Services Sundays, 8:00 & 10:45 am Bible Class Sundays 9:30 am Children s Sunday School and Adult Bible Class Visit our website divinegrace.net facebook.com/divinegracelutheranchurch office@divinegrace.net Church: (248) School: (248) Fax: (248) Volunteers for Next Week: 10/24 Church Cleaning Volunteer needed 10/25 8:00 am Sunday Service: 10/25 10:45 am Sunday Service: Communion Setup not needed Ushers J. Anderson, L. Sak, L. Buss Ushers B. Pagels. S. Kimmel, B. Kohler, C. Wainwright Communion Support not needed Communion Support not needed Fellowship Snack Root/Jorgenson Communion Cleanup not needed Upcoming Birthdays: 10/19 Autumn Herron 10/20 Sean Armstrong, Nathaniel Cummins 10/21 Jill Doble, Emily Pentis, Jonathan Pentis 10/24 Kim Davies, Randy Moran 10/27 Connor Ostermann 10/29 Scott Baker 10/31 Alanna Quail, Kent Woiak 11/1 Laurie Lane