Reformation Sunday. October 29, 2017 Rev. Eric Zacharias, Pastor Julianne Marcsisak, Organist

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1 Reformation Sunday The Gospel shows our Father s grace, who sent his Son to save our race; May we in faith this truth confess and praise the Lord our Righteousness! October 29, 2017 Rev. Eric Zacharias, Pastor Julianne Marcsisak, Organist Co. Road 153, Cologne MN EDUCATION FOR LIFE!

2 Good Morning and Welcome! Prayer before worship: Almighty God, Giver of every good thing, thank you for the gift of life and faith and the eternal life which you bestow through your Holy Spirit, making us holy through the work of Jesus Christ, whose death and resurrection assures us that our sins are forgiven. A increase daily and we hold fast the hope that we have in him who is our eternal life-- in Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. This Week s Prayer List - remember these in prayer: We pray for a portion of Zion s family and friends David, Lisa, Madelyn, and Matthew Traver; Dean, Anne, and Samson Traver; Daryl, Shelly, Rosella, Vyctor, and Joycelyn Traver; Glenn and LuAnn Traver; Daniel Traver. We pray for those under the care of a physician, undergoing treatment and therapy; for all difficulties and the ability to meet obligations and a strong faith for every need. Baptism Today for Thomas Jerrel Perry Jr., born on 8/16/17 to Tom and Sarah Perry. His sponsors are Emily Miller, Nicole Miller, and Alton Eichten. Congratulations to the Perrys and best wishes! Reformation 500: Events at Concordia University in St. Paul. "Luther"- Theater production, Oct 26th - 29th, 7:30pm Reformation Art Exhibit, Oct 19th - Nov 15th. Festival Worship, Sunday, Oct 29, 4pm. Dartball begins October 31 st. Anyone 12 and older is eligible to play (gals are also welcome). Games are Tuesday evenings at the churches in the league. Anyone interested in playing contact Lynn Zellman ( ) or Herman Eggers ( ). Soup & Pie Supper Committee requests that each congregation family bring 2 pies or 1 dessert to share. Thank you! Operation Christmas Child: St. Johns NYA is the official drop off site for the Samaritan s Purse Operation Christmas Child Shoeboxes. Drop off week is Nov Contact NYA if you would like to volunteer!

3 Opening Hymn #566 (vv 1-3) By Grace I m Saved Baptism of Thomas Jerrel Perry, Jr. Vows of Intent by parents and sponsors Lord's Prayer Apostles Creed Baptism by Water and the Spirit Hymn #725 "Children of the Heavenly Father" Psalm 62 P In the name of the Father Son Holy Spirit. C Amen. P Truly my soul finds rest in God; C My salvation comes from him. P Truly he is my rock and my salvation; C He is my fortress, I will never be shaken. Hymn #656 "A Mighty Fortress Is Our God" A mighty Fortress is our God, A trusty Shield and Weapon;He helps us free from every need That hath us now o'ertaken. The old evil Foe Now means deadly woe; Deep guile and great might Are his dread arms in fight; On Earth is not his equal. P Yes, my soul, find rest in God; C My hope comes from him. P Truly he is my rock and my salvation; C He is my fortress, I will not be shaken. P My salvation and my honor depend on God; C He is my mighty rock, my refuge. P Trust in him at all times, you people; C Pour out your hearts to him, for God is our refuge. With might of ours can naught be done, Soon were our loss effected; But for us fights the Valiant One, Whom God Himself elected. Ask ye, Who is this? Jesus Christ it is. Of Sabbaoth Lord, And there's none other God; He holds the field forever.

4 P Surely the lowborn are but a breath, the highborn are but a lie. C If weighed on a balance, they are nothing; together they are only a breath. P Do not trust in extortion or put vain hope in stolen goods; C Though your riches increase, do not set your heart on them. Though devils all the world should fill, All eager to devour us. We tremble not, we fear no ill, They shall not overpower us. This world's prince may still Scowl fierce as he will, He can harm us none, He's judged; the deed is done; One little word can fell him. P One thing God has spoken, two things I have heard: C Power belongs to you, God, P With you, Lord, is unfailing love ; C You reward everyone according to what they have done. The Word they still shall let remain Nor any thanks have for it; He's by our side upon the plain With His good gifts and Spirit. And take they our life, Goods, fame, child and wife, Let these all be gone, They yet have nothing won; The Kingdom our remaineth. Collect for Reformation Day - Responsive Prayer P Almighty God, gracious Lord, pour out your Holy Spirit on your faithful people. C Keep them steadfast in your grace and truth, P Protect and comfort them in all temptations, C Defend them against all enemies of your Word, P And bestow on the Church your saving peace, C through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Hymn #584 Faith and Truth and Life The Old Testament Reading Leviticus 19:1 2, P This is the Word of the Lord. C Thanks be to you, O God.

5 Epistle Reading 1 Thessalonians 2:1 13 P This is the Word of the Lord. C Thanks be to you, O God. P The Gospel according to St. Matthew, chapter 22. C Glory to you, O Lord. The Gospel Reading Matthew 22:34 46 P This is the Gospel of our Lord. C Praise to you, O Christ. Children's Message Sermon Hymn #588 Jesus Loves Me Sermon The More Things Change 1 Thess. 2:13 We thank God you received the word of God not as the word of men but as the word of God, which is at work in you believers. 1. The more they are the same: The human D. 2. Through God, the change that makes us W. 3. Hope removes despair and brings real H. Offering Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me. Cast me not away from Thy presence, and take not Thy Holy Spirit from me. Restore unto me the joy of Thy salvation, and uphold me with Thy free spirit. Amen. Prayers & Lord's Prayer P The Lord be with you. C And also with you. P Hope in the LORD and keep his way. C He will exalt you. P A future awaits those who seek peace; C The salvation of the righteous comes from the LORD. P The Lord bless you shine on you and give you peace. C Amen. Closing Hymn #537 "Beautiful Savior"

6 Zion Lutheran Church & School Soup & Pie Supper Committee requests that each congregation family bring 2 pies or 1 dessert to share. Thank you! Craft & Bake Sale is scheduled for Monday, November 6 th, running alongside our annual Soup & Pie Supper. Anyone interested in contributing to this event please place items in non-returnable containers. Bars, cookies, and candy must be cut and wrapped. Below are price suggestions: Cookies (dz) $3.00 Cupcakes, Bars $0.25 each Coffee Cake $5.00 Pies $3.50-$5.00 Nut Breads $2-$4 Loaf Yeast Breads $2-$2.50 Sweet Rolls $0.50 each See Posters in Narthex for More Info on Upcoming Community Events St. Peter Fall St. Peter, Lester Prairie Oct. 29 th LUTHER CSP Oct. 29 th Reformation Worship Emanuel, Hamburg Oct. 31 st Fall St. John s, Chaska Nov.4 th Annual Chicken East Union Nov. 5 th Sunday Dalgreen Golf Course Nov. 12 th Waffle/Ham Our Lady of the Prairie Nov. 12 th Journeys of Paul Tour/Cruise from April 21 to 30, Join for a Biblical tour of Greece, where Scripture is read and explained at each Biblical site. Contact Rev. Darold Reiner at a orimhis38@gmail.com for brochure. Teacher Needed - St. John's Lutheran School Chaska, MN is in need of a long-term substitute teacher beginning in January to cover for their current teacher who will be on maternity leave. This is a part-time position scheduled Monday through Friday in the mornings. If you or someone you know might be a good fit for this position, please contact Karna Hagen in the school office at (952) or karna.hagen@stjohns-chaska.org.

7 Finances Salary Balance (1/1/17) -$60, YTD Income +$223, YTD Expense -$270, Balance (9/14/17) -$106, Missions Year to date total (9/3) $4, Budgeted $4, Non-Budgeted $1, Pledged $7, Goal $15, LHS: Year to date total (9/3) $7, Commitment $22, Per communicant member $55.00 Building/Repair Fund: Balance $56,695.99* Suggested household contrib. $ *NOTE: $28, of the $56, is designated as the Verona Dietzel memorial, to be used as the family wishes. Finance Statements are available for pick-up in the narthex. Building Fund envelopes have been included in each envelope. Thank you to everyone who donated food to the Soup & Pie Supper. Your generosity is greatly appreciated! -The Soup & Pie Committee Agnus Day Reformation 500

8 Next Week October 29 th November 4th Sunday, 29 th Sunday Service 9:30 AM Tuesday, 31 st Dartball 8 PM Wednesday, 1 st Women s Bible Study 1 PM Confirmation 5:30 PM Thursday, 2 nd Ladies Aid/LWML Meeting 1:30 PM Friday, 3 rd Chapel 8:10 AM Next Week November 5 th November 11 th Sunday, 5 th Sunday Service 9:30 AM Monday, 6 th No School Parent/Teacher Conferences Soup & Pie Supper 4 8 PM Craft & Bake Sale 4 8 PM Tuesday, 7 th Dartball 8 PM Wednesday, 8 th Women s Bible Study 1 PM Confirmation 5:30 PM Thursday, 9 th The Harbor 10:15 AM Friday, 10 th Chapel 8:10 AM Sunday, October 15 th Attendance = 198 Sunday, October 22 nd Attendance = 151 Communion = 110 Answers to Sermon Questions: 1. Disappointment 2. Worthy 3. Hope. Pastor Zacharias Principal Dehning Office revez123@juno.com chrisdehningzion@gmail.com leahjanzenzion@gmail.com