Blessed are You. Peace Lutheran Church 2090 Commerce Drive North Mankato, MN 56003

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1 Blessed are You Peace Lutheran Church 2090 Commerce Drive North Mankato, MN 56003

2 Peace Lutheran Church Evangelical Lutheran Synod Serving Christ with united hearts and hands and voices Pastor Timothy Hartwig Jesus Lambs at Peace Preschool Church Office: Teacher/Director: Joslyn Moldstad Cell Phone: Phone: Divine Service Sunday 8:30 & 10:45 AM & Wednesday 6:30 PM February 2, 2014 Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany Welcome to Peace! The purpose of our congregation is to worship God, who gives life through Word and Sacrament; to serve one another in love and fellowship; and to proclaim forgiveness and salvation to all through Jesus Christ alone. Before Worship As you prepare to worship your Lord today, spend a few quiet minutes in prayer before the service. Review the lessons, the service notes, and pray this prayer: Prayer of the Day Lord God, You know that we are surrounded by many dangers and that we often stumble and fall. Strengthen us in body and mind, and bring us safely through all temptations; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. For the Children A Cry-Room is available if your little ones need a moment. It is the first room on the left as you walk into the church building. Sound and video are piped into the room to enable you to hear and see the service. Facilities Restrooms are located down the hall and on the right side. 2

3 The Divine Service Rite 2, p. 60 Opening Hymn: #203, All My Hope on God Is Founded Verse 1 Choir Verses Congregation The Invocation P: In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. The Confession of Sin P: Beloved in the Lord! Let us draw near with a true heart and confess our sins to God, our Father, beseeching Him in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to grant us forgiveness. P: I said, I will confess my transgressions to the Lord; 3

4 P: Almighty God, our Maker and Redeemer, we poor sinners confess unto You that we are by nature sinful and unclean, and that we have sinned against You by thought, word, and deed. Therefore we flee for refuge to Your infinite mercy, seeking and imploring Your grace for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ. C: O Most merciful God, You have given Your only-begotten Son to die for us; have mercy upon us and for His sake grant us remission of all our sins; and by Your Holy Spirit increase in us true knowledge of You, and of Your will, and true obedience to Your Word, to the end that by Your grace we may come to everlasting life; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. P: Almighty God, our heavenly Father, has had mercy upon us and has given His onlybegotten Son to die for us, and for His sake forgives us all our sins. To all who believe on His name He gives power to become the children of God, and has promised them His Holy Spirit. He who believes and is baptized shall be saved. C: Grant this unto us, O Lord. Amen. The Introit P: Worship Him, all you gods; Zion hears and is glad. The daughters of Judah rejoice because of Your judgments, O Lord. The Lord reigns, let the earth rejoice; Let the multitude of the isles be glad. The Gloria Patri 4

5 The Kyrie Eleison (Lord, have mercy) The Gloria in Excelsis Deo (Glory to God in the Highest) 5

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8 The Salutation The Collect P: Let us pray one God, now and forever. The Lesson Micah 6:1-8 1 Listen to what the LORD says: "Stand up, plead your case before the mountains; let the hills hear what you have to say. 2 Hear, O mountains, the LORD's accusation; listen, you everlasting foundations of the earth. For the LORD has a case against his people; he is lodging a charge against Israel. 3 "My people, what have I done to you? How have I burdened you? Answer me. 4 I brought you up out of Egypt and redeemed you from the land of slavery. I sent Moses to lead you, also Aaron and Miriam. 5 My people, remember what Balak king of Moab counseled and what Balaam son of Beor answered. 8

9 Remember your journey from Shittim to Gilgal, that you may know the righteous acts of the LORD." 6 With what shall I come before the LORD and bow down before the exalted God? Shall I come before him with burnt offerings, with calves a year old? 7 Will the LORD be pleased with thousands of rams, with ten thousand rivers of oil? Shall I offer my firstborn for my transgression, the fruit of my body for the sin of my soul? 8 He has showed you, O man, what is good. And what does the LORD require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God. Preschool Choir The Epistle 1 Corinthians 1: Brothers, think of what you were when you were called. Not many of you were wise by human standards; not many were influential; not many were of noble birth. 27 But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. 28 He chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things-- and the things that are not-- to nullify the things that are, 29 so that no one may boast before him. 30 It is because of him that you are in Christ Jesus, who has become for us wisdom from God-- that is, our righteousness, holiness and redemption. 31 Therefore, as it is written: "Let him who boasts boast in the Lord." The Verse of the Day P: Alleluia. The Spirit of the Lord is on me; He has anointed me to preach good news. Alleluia. (Luke 4:18a cf.) The Alleluia 9

10 The Holy Gospel P: The Holy Gospel for the Fourth Sunday after the Epiphany is written in the 5 th chapter of the Gospel according to St. Matthew, beginning at the 1 st verse. The Gospel Matthew 5: Now when he saw the crowds, he went up on a mountainside and sat down. His disciples came to him, 2 and he began to teach them, saying: 3 "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4 Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5 Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth. 6 Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled. 7 Blessed are the merciful, for they will be shown mercy. 8 Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. 9 Blessed are the peacemakers, for they will be called sons of God. 10 Blessed are those who are persecuted because of righteousness, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 11 "Blessed are you when people insult you, persecute you and falsely say all kinds of evil against you because of me. 12 Rejoice and be glad, because great is your reward in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were before you. 10

11 P: This is the Holy Gospel of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. The Creed P: Let us confess our holy faith in the words of the Apostles Creed: C: I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. 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 is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; From there He shall 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. 11

12 Choir: Blest Are They Congregation joins in on the refrain: The Sermon: Matthew 5:1-12 Blessed are You P: The peace of God, which passes all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus unto everlasting life. Amen. The Offertory Verse 12

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14 The Offering The members of Peace Lutheran Congregation have joined together to do the Lord s work in this community and around the world. Visitors need not feel obligated to participate in this offering which supports our ministry. Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use, it will be measured to you. (Luke 6:38 NIV) Please fill out the Friendship Register. The Prayer of the Church The Lord s Prayer C: 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. Hymn #427, Let Me Be Thine Forever The Collect P: Blessed Lord, since You have caused all Holy Scriptures to be written for our learning, grant that we may so hear them, read, mark, learn and take them to heart, that by the patience and comfort of Your holy Word we may embrace and ever hold fast the blessed hope of everlasting life; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one true God, now and forever. 14

15 The Benediction P: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious unto you. The Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace. Closing Hymn: #210, Lord, Take My Hand and Lead Me Thank you to those who served in our service today: Adult Choir; Preschool Choir; Accompanist: Amanda Madson; Organist: Connie Langhorst; The ushers; Cover artwork: Don Moldstad. To God be the Glory! 15

16 Announcements Adult Bible Study topic: Love & Respect, will be on Sunday mornings at 9:45am and, if you miss Sunday, it will be repeated on Thursday evenings at 6:30pm. PIANO AUCTION - The purchase of our new sanctuary piano last fall left Peace Lutheran with an extra piano, which is now being offered for sale through silent auction. Anyone interested in purchasing the piano is invited to participate. There is a clipboard and bid sheet on the piano. Write your name and phone number and your bid. Bid/re-bid until auction closes. The bid deadline is February 12, 2014, at 7:30 PM. The piano will be sold to the highest bidder, who then will be responsible to take possession of the piano within a reasonable amount of time. CROSSED Youth Group will not be meeting tonight or next Sunday. CROSSED will resume on February 16 th. Contact Josh Mayer (Joshua.mayer@blc.edu) with any questions. Solid Grounds Bible Study meets on Tuesdays, at 9:00AM. Everyone is invited to attend! Women of Peace will meet Tuesday at 10:00 AM, after the Bible Study. We hope you can join us! Adult Choir - has resumed regular rehearsals on Wednesdays at 7:30PM. With Ash Wednesday on March 5, we soon will begin working on music for Lent and Easter. New members, high school age and older, are always welcome. For information, contact choir director Susan Lepak: or salepak@hotmail.com. SUNDAY SCHOOL FAMILIES - A reminder to Sunday School families that the children will be singing for the 10:45AM service on Sunday, Feb. 16. The song will be at the very beginning of the service. Also, the children will practice in the sanctuary between services on Feb. 16. Parents are asked to ensure that their Sunday School-age children are in the sanctuary by 9:40AM that day, which may mean bypassing the treat table for the time being. Thanks for your cooperation! Jesus' Lambs at Peace Preschool thanks our dear Savior for bringing preschool mom, Kristine Jensen, safely through surgery. Many thanks to all of you for keeping Kristine in your prayers. If you would like to register your child in our preschool, we have spots in the afternoon. Please call Joslyn at Last week at Peace: Divine Worship 285 To watch the live services, go to: or The service will start automatically when it is live. For recorded services, go to: and you can choose which service you want to watch. 16

17 Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School is seeking applicants for the position of Financial Secretary. We are looking for an individual who is familiar with financial procedures and software, possesses strong computer skills and has a desire to be an integral part of MVL s ministry. If interested, contact MVL Principal Tim Plath at or tplath@mvlhs.org for an application. Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School has a job opening for the Food Service Manager. Interested applicants should contact the MVL Office at for a job application. Questions about the position can be directed to MVL Principal Tim Plath at tplath@mvlhs.org. Bethany Events The Bethany Choraliers present Gilbert and Sullivan's operetta The Grand Duke, directed by Ann Fredrickson with musical director Dennis Marzolf. January 31, February 1, 7 and 8 at 7:30pm in YFAC Theater, plus a 2pm matinee on Sunday, February 2. To order tickets anytime, go online to blc.edu and click on the banner of the Choraliers or go to: blc.edu/theatre. Staffed box office hours are 1-5pm, Monday to Friday - call or visit the box office desk in the YFAC. $8 adults, $5 students/seniors 55+. Negro Spirituals / Ella Sheppard, a "live history" performance by Joanna Maddox on Monday, February 10, 7:00-8:00pm in the YFAC Theater. Ella Sheppard was a former slave and founding member of the Fisk University Jubilee singers, the first group to sing publicly the songs of their ancestors: Negro Spirituals. The Jubilee Singers traveled throughout the South, the Northeast and Europe sharing the sacred music of their parents, touching the heart and soul of a nation, and preserving Negro Spirituals for generations to come. Actress and singer Joanna Maddox portrays Ella Sheppard. Suitable for grade 3 - adult. Free. The Mankato chapter of the Bethany Auxiliary will meet on Tuesday, February 11 at 7 p.m. in the lower level of Meyer Hall. Dr. Jen Wosmak will present "BLC students go to China: The China Study Tour 2013/2014." Dr. Wosmek will trace her journey from disinterest to fascination with Chinese culture. This journey culminated in the recent study tour offered to Bethany students over Christmas break. Dr. Wosmek will describe the importance of crosscultural education within the field of psychology, and how study abroad experiences enhance students' understanding of self and other. Anyone interested in the Bethany campus is welcome to attend the presentation portion of the evening. Valentine s Day Babysitting is Back!!! - The Bethany Vikings women's soccer team will be doing their 7th annual Valentine's Day Babysitting on Fri. Feb. 14th from 5-10:30pm. The Cost per child is $10 ($30 max for families of 3 or more). There will be movies, games and fun for kids of all ages. To register your kids or for more information please contact Head Coach Derick Lyngholm at or at dlyngholm@blc.edu. 17