Emanuel Lutheran Church, Napoleon, Ohio bright.net Fifth Sunday of Easter May 14, 2017

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1 Emanuel Lutheran Church, Napoleon, Ohio bright.net Pastor James L. Castello yahoo.com cell phone Fifth Sunday of Easter May 14, 2017 LBW Lutheran Book of Worship WOV With One Voice * Please stand as you are able HYMN WOV # 671 Alleluia, Alleluia, Give Thanks GREETING P The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. C And also with you. KYRIE (Please turn to page 9 for the 10:0 service) 8:00 a.m. Service ANNOUNCEMENTS Ringing of the Bell PRELUDE It is Well CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS (you may remain seated) P Blessed be the holy Trinity, one God, the fountain of living water, the rock who gave us birth, our light and our salvation. C Amen. P Let us come into the light, the revealing and healing light of God. God of grace and glory, C you have brought us through the night of sin into the light of Jesus resurrection. Yet our lives are still shadowed by sin. Make us alive in Christ, O God, Make us new as you make all things new. Rescue us from evil and the gloom of sin, renew us in grace, and restore us to living in your holiness, through Jesus Christ, our risen Lord. Amen. P Rejoice with all creation around God s throne! The light of the risen Christ puts to flight all evil deeds, washes away sin, restores innocence to the fallen, casts out hate, brings peace, and humbles earthly pride. Jesus Christ loves you and frees you from your sins by his blood. To him be glory and dominion forever and ever! C Amen 1 2

2 HYMN OF PRAISE SALUTATION PRAYER OF THE DAY P Almighty God, your Son Jesus Christ is the way, the truth, and the life. Give us grace to love one another, to following the way of his commandments, and to share his risen life with all the world, for he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. C Amen. FIRST LESSON: Acts 7: Filled with the Holy Spirit, [Stephen] gazed into heaven and saw the glory of God and Jesus standing at the right hand of 56 God. "Look," he said, "I see the heavens opened and the Son of Man standing at the 57 right hand of God!" But they covered their ears, and with a loud shout all rushed 58 together against him. Then they dragged him out of the city and began to stone him; and the witnesses laid their coats at the 59 feet of a young man named Saul. While they were stoning Stephen, he prayed, 60 "Lord Jesus, receive my spirit." Then he knelt down and cried out in a loud voice, "Lord, do not hold this sin against them." When he had said this, he died. A C The Word of the Lord Thanks be to God. PSALM 1:1-5, In you, O LORD, have I taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness. 2 Incline your ear to me; make haste to de- liver me. Be my strong rock, a castle to keep me safe, for you are my crag and my stronghold; for the sake of your name, lead me and guide me. 4 Take me out of the net that they have secretly set for me, for you are my tow- er of strength. 4

3 5 Into your hands I com- mend my spirit, for you have redeemed me, O LORD, God of truth. 15 My times are in your hand; rescue me from the hand of my enemies, and from those who persecute me. 16 Let your face shine up- on your servant; save me in your steadfast love. SECOND LESSON: 1 Peter 2: Like newborn infants, long for the pure, spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow into salvation if indeed you have tasted 4 that the Lord is good. Come to him, a living stone, though rejected by mortals yet chosen 5 and precious in God's sight, and like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God 6 through Jesus Christ. For it stands in scripture: "See, I am laying in Zion a stone, a cornerstone chosen and precious; and whoever believes in him will not be put to 7 shame." To you then who believe, he is precious; but for those who do not believe, "The stone that the builders rejected has 8 become the very head of the corner," and "A stone that makes them stumble, and a rock that makes them fall." They stumble because they disobey the word, as they were 9 destined to do. But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's own people, in order that you may proclaim the mighty acts of him who called you out of 10 darkness into his marvelous light. Once you were not a people, but now you are God's people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy. A C The Word of the Lord Thanks be to God. * GOSPEL: John 14:1-14 (please stand as you are able) 1 [Jesus said to the disciples:] "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, 2 believe also in me. In my Father's house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, so that where 4 I am, there you may be also. And you know the way to the place where I am 5 going." Thomas said to him, "Lord, we do not know where you are going. How can 6 we know the way?" Jesus said to him, "I am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through 7 me. If you know me, you will know my Father also. From now on you do know 8 him and have seen him." Philip said to him, "Lord, show us the Father, and we 9 will be satisfied." Jesus said to him, "Have I been with you all this time, Philip, and you still do not know me? Whoever has seen me has seen the Father. How can you say, 'Show us the Father'? 10 Do you not believe that I am in the Father and the Father is in me? The words that I say to you I do not speak on my own; but the Father who dwells in me does 11 his works. Believe me that I am in the Father and the Father is in me; but if you do not, then believe me because of the 12 works themselves. Very truly, I tell you, the one who believes in me will also do the works that I do and, in fact, will do greater works than these, because I am 1 going to the Father. I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father 14 may be glorified in the Son. If in my name you ask me for anything, I will do it." CHILDREN S SERMON HYMN LBW # 464 You Are the Way 5 6

4 SERMON HYMN LBW # 526 Immortal, Invisible (you may remain seated) * APOSTLES' CREED (please stand as you are able) C I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended into hell. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen TITHES AND OFFERINGS OFFERTORY (you may remain seated.) Trumpet Tune Finale -Emanubells THE PRAYERS (you may remain seated) A Rejoicing in the risen life of Christ, let us pray for the church, the world, and all who are in need. A brief silence. A We pray for the church. Show us your ways. Teach us your truth. Enliven us in mission. Keep us from discord. Lead us to unity for the sake of the gospel. Lord, in your mercy, A For the earth. Turn us away from impulses to pollute this world. Protect fragile habitats. Nurture our planet to be a life-sustaining home for generations yet to be born. Lord, in your mercy, A For the nations. Fill all leaders with a spirit of compassion for the poor and oppressed. Give courage to those who work for justice and equality. Bring an end to conflict and violence. Lord, in your mercy, A For this assembly. Bless mothers and all who offer motherly care. Strengthen child care workers, nursery attendants, and those who teach our youth. Uphold our elders and those who care for aging parents. Lord, in your mercy, A With thanksgiving, we remember those who have died in faith and those who have borne witness to your love. Bring us with them to dwell with you forever. Lord, in your mercy, Here other intercessions may be offered. P For those in need. Draw near to those who struggle with depression. Comfort those for whom this day evokes heartache or sorrow. Console those who grieve, and heal those who are ill (especially). Lord, in your mercy, P Joining our voices with your faithful ones in every time and place, we offer our prayers in the name of the Risen One, Jesus Christ our Lord. C Amen * LORD S PRAYER (please stand as you able) P Lord, remember us in your kingdom, and teach us to pray: 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 7 8

5 temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen BENEDICTION HYMN I Know That My Redeemer Lives -Emanubells GREETING P The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. C And also with you. KYRIE POSTLUDE Tis the Spring (Come Ye Faithful) 10:0 a.m. Worship ANNOUNCEMENTS Ringing of the Bell PRELUDE It Is Well CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS (you may remain seated) P Blessed be the holy Trinity, one God, the fountain of living water, the rock who gave us birth, our light and our salvation. C Amen. P Let us come into the light, the revealing and healing light of God. God of grace and glory, C you have brought us through the night of sin into the light of Jesus resurrection. Yet our lives are still shadowed by sin. Make us alive in Christ, O God, Make us new as you make all things new. Rescue us from evil and the gloom of sin, renew us in grace, and restore us to living in your holiness, through Jesus Christ, our risen Lord. Amen. P Rejoice with all creation around God s throne! The light of the risen Christ puts to flight all evil deeds, washes away sin, restores innocence to the fallen, casts out hate, brings peace, and humbles earthly pride. Jesus Christ loves you and frees you from your sins by his blood. To him be glory and dominion forever and ever! C Amen HYMN WOV # 671 Alleluia, Alleluia, Give Thanks 9 10

6 HYMN OF PRAISE SALUTATION PRAYER OF THE DAY P Almighty God, your Son Jesus Christ is the way, the truth, and the life. Give us grace to love one another, to following the way of his commandments, and to share his risen life with all the world, for he lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. C Amen. (continued on next page) FIRST LESSON: Acts 7: Filled with the Holy Spirit, [Stephen] gazed into heaven and saw the glory of God and Jesus standing at the right hand of 56 God. "Look," he said, "I see the heavens opened and the Son of Man standing at the 57 right hand of God!" But they covered their ears, and with a loud shout all rushed 58 together against him. Then they dragged him out of the city and began to stone him; and the witnesses laid their coats at the 11 12

7 59 feet of a young man named Saul. While they were stoning Stephen, he prayed, 60 "Lord Jesus, receive my spirit." Then he knelt down and cried out in a loud voice, "Lord, do not hold this sin against them." When he had said this, he died. A C The Word of the Lord Thanks be to God. people, in order that you may proclaim the mighty acts of him who called you out of 10 darkness into his marvelous light. Once you were not a people, but now you are God's people; once you had not received mercy, but now you have received mercy. A C The Word of the Lord Thanks be to God. PSALM 1:1-5, In you, O LORD, have I taken refuge; let me never be put to shame; deliver me in your righteousness. 2 Incline your ear to me; make haste to de- liver me. Be my strong rock, a castle to keep me safe, for you are my crag and my stronghold; for the sake of your name, lead me and guide me. 4 Take me out of the net that they have secretly set for me, for you are my tow- er of strength. 5 Into your hands I com- mend my spirit, for you have redeemed me, O LORD, God of truth. 15 My times are in your hand; rescue me from the hand of my enemies, and from those who persecute me. 16 Let your face shine up- on your servant; save me in your steadfast love. SECOND LESSON: 1 Peter 2: Like newborn infants, long for the pure, spiritual milk, so that by it you may grow into salvation if indeed you have tasted 4 that the Lord is good. Come to him, a living stone, though rejected by mortals yet chosen 5 and precious in God's sight, and like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God 6 through Jesus Christ. For it stands in scripture: "See, I am laying in Zion a stone, a 1 cornerstone chosen and precious; and whoever believes in him will not be put to 7 shame." To you then who believe, he is precious; but for those who do not believe, "The stone that the builders rejected has 8 become the very head of the corner," and "A stone that makes them stumble, and a rock that makes them fall." They stumble because they disobey the word, as they were 9 destined to do. But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's own * GOSPEL: John 14:1-14 (please stand as you are able) 1 [Jesus said to the disciples:] "Do not let your hearts be troubled. Believe in God, 2 believe also in me. In my Father's house there are many dwelling places. If it were not so, would I have told you that I go to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come again and will take you to myself, so that where 4 I am, there you may be also. And you know the way to the place where I am 5 going." Thomas said to him, "Lord, we do not know where you are going. How can 6 we know the way?" Jesus said to him, "I 14 am the way, and the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through 7 me. If you know me, you will know my Father also. From now on you do know 8 him and have seen him." Philip said to him, "Lord, show us the Father, and we 9 will be satisfied." Jesus said to him, "Have I been with you all this time, Philip, and you still do not know me? Whoever has seen me has seen the Father. How can 10 you say, 'Show us the Father'? Do you not believe that I am in the Father and the Father is in me? The words that I say to

8 you I do not speak on my own; but the Father who dwells in me does his works. 11 Believe me that I am in the Father and the Father is in me; but if you do not, then believe me because of the works 12 themselves. Very truly, I tell you, the one who believes in me will also do the works CHILDREN S SERMON HYMN LBW # 464 SERMON You Are the Way HYMN LBW # 526 Immortal, Invisible (you may remain seated) that I do and, in fact, will do greater works than these, because I am going to 1 the Father. I will do whatever you ask in my name, so that the Father may be 14 glorified in the Son. If in my name you ask me for anything, I will do it." * NICENE CREED (please stand as you are able) C We believe in one God, the Father, with the Scriptures; he ascended into the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen. We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father. Through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven; by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from the virgin Mary, and was made man. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end. We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He has spoken through the prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen third day he rose again in accordance 15 THE PRAYERS (you may be seated) A Rejoicing in the risen life of Christ, let us pray for the church, the world, and all who are in need. A brief silence. A We pray for the church. Show us your ways. Teach us your truth. Enliven us in mission. Keep us from discord. Lead us to unity for the sake of the gospel. Lord, in your mercy, A For the earth. Turn us away from impulses to pollute this world. Protect fragile habitats. Nurture our planet to be a life-sustaining home for generations yet to be born. Lord, in your mercy, A For the nations. Fill all leaders with a spirit of compassion for the poor and oppressed. Give courage to those who work for justice and equality. Bring an end to conflict and violence. Lord, in your mercy, A For this assembly. Bless mothers and all who offer motherly care. Strengthen child care workers, nursery attendants, and those who teach our youth. Uphold our elders and those who care for aging parents. Lord, in your mercy, A With thanksgiving, we remember those who have died in faith and those who have borne witness to your love. Bring us with them to dwell with you forever. Lord, in your mercy, Here other intercessions may be offered. P For those in need. Draw near to those who struggle with depression. Comfort those for whom this day evokes heartache or sorrow. Console those who grieve, and heal those who are ill (especially). Lord, in your mercy, P Joining our voices with your faithful ones in every time and place, we offer our prayers in the name of the Risen One, Jesus Christ our Lord. C Amen * PEACE P The peace of the Lord be with you always. C And also with you. TITHES & OFFERINGS Ride the Glory Train -Choir 16

9 OFFERTORY (you may remain seated) P It is indeed right and salutary... OFFERING PRAYER A Be known to us, O Lord, in the breaking of the bread, as you were made known to the disciples. Receive these gifts, and the offering of our lives, that we may be your risen body in the world. C Amen. GREAT THANKSGIVING WORDS OF INSTITUTION 17 18

10 * LORD S PRAYER (please stand as you are able) P Lord, remember us in your kingdom, and teach us to pray: 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 HOLY COMMUNION How Deep the Father s Love for Us -Morgan Ashbaugh There s a Quiet Understanding -Choir BLESSING P The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. C Amen BENEDICTION HYMN Thine the Amen POST COMMUNION CANTICLE PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION A Life-giving God, in the mystery of Christ's death and resurrection you send light to conquer darkness, water to give new life, and the bread of heaven to nourish your people. Send us forth as witnesses to Jesus' resurrection that we may show your glory to all the world; through the same Jesus Christ, our risen Lord. C Amen

11 DISMISSAL A Alleluia! Christ is risen. C Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia! A You are the body of Christ raised up for the world. Go in peace. Share the good news. C Thanks be to God. POSTLUDE Tis the Spring (Come Ye Faithful) Reprinted from Words for Worship, copyright 2016 Augsburg Fortress. Used by permission. Scripture quotations (except psalms) from the New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989 Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the USA. All rights reserved. Used by permission. * * * Altar flowers Flowers are given to the glory of God by Julian & Carol Gerken in honor of their children. Caring Corner PathStone Migrant Rest Center pillows and pillow cases blankets and bedding sets for twin beds towels toiletries pots & pans dishes: plates, bowls, cups, spoons, forks light bulbs -priority items... bleach large sponges disposable gloves disinfectant spray cleaner heavy-duty shower curtains oven cleaner Family Fun Fest Family Fun Fest will be held on Sunday, May 21, from 2-5 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, at the corner of Webster and Washington. This ecumenical event will offer a fest of FREE fun for families, including inflatables, carnival games, spray tattoos, a puppet show, musical entertainment, the fire department s safety house, clowns, hot dogs, snow cones, and MORE all for FREE! And HELP IS NEEDED! We need volunteers to help with the inflatables, the games, and the food. Plans are to have a sub lunch for all volunteers at 12 noon before set-up, and you get a free Thrivent 5-shirt in this year s new color! If you are willing to help, please contact Carol Castello soon. Let s do our part in joining our brothers and sisters in Christ with this outreach to our community! 21 Work Day Please mark your calendars for this coming Saturday, May 20. We plan to do some spring cleaning at the church (both inside and outside) and could use your help!!! We will start at 9 a.m. Coming Alive You exercised a total of,580 minutes last week! Be sure to record your minutes and turn in your prize entries by 9 a.m. tomorrow morning! Winners of prizes this week: Mary Cousino, Brenda Plummer, Mary Eickhoff, Judy Hoffman, Terri Sedam, Carey Plummer, Carol Castello, Susan Mabee, and Kelli Burkhardt. Pick up your prizes in the chapel. Come and hear... The Adult Sunday School class is very excited about a guest speaker that we are going to have on Sunday, May 21, during the Sunday School hour in the overflow area. Andrew Bartholomew and his family will be here to tell of their stories as a missionary family serving our Lord. There is a write-up below from Andrew himself. We would love to have a large group come to hear about their journey and what works God is doing through them. Refreshments and snacks will be provided during this time of fellowship. We look forward to seeing you on Sunday, May 21, during the Sunday School hour....missionary Speaker Andrew Bartholomew, a missionary now living in Florida, will speak during the Sunday School hour on Sunday, May 21, in the overflow area. In 2014 the Bartholomew Family lived in Thailand and worked with a church for the English speaking international community. Since returning to the U.S., the Bartholomews partner with existing ministries that focus on sharing the Gospel with unreached groups. Andrew and Sharon, along with their four children, currently live in Tampa, Florida, where they work with people from more than 20 countries (North Africa, Middle East, Asia). There will be an opportunity at this hour to donate to them to help with their living expenses. You can learn more and sign up for their newsletter at bartholomewnews.weebly.com. Statistics 5/04 Attendance 21 5/07 Attendance (175) communed (80) Offerings $7,7 ($795 Bldg Fd; $10 Wrld Hngr; $14 Sun Sch; $100 Good Sam Fd; $150 mem L.Gerken) Simply Giving 5/01-5/07: $880 Gen Fd; $220 Bldg Fd 22

12 Vacation Bible School Be sure to check out the bulletin board at the back entrance for details about the Community Vacation Bible School that Emanuel will be participating in June 11-15, Passport to Peru will be held at Crossroads Church (located on Rt 108 across from the Holiday Inn) 6-8 p.m. Registration is nightly. Emanuel s responsibility will be to run the registration table each evening and to escort children from a nearby neighborhood 5:0-6 p.m. If you are able to volunteer any of these evenings, please sign up on the bulletin board anytime between now and June 4. We will need people each evening. Thanks in advance, Jamie Bostelman & Julie Mt.Castle. Note: Because we are participating in the community VBS, we will not host a VBS at Emanuel. Newsletter The deadline for the June newsletter is noon tomorrow! This Week Monday noon newsletter deadline 7:00 p.m. Church Council Wednesday 5:00 p.m. Soul Food Thursday 9:00 a.m. Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Worship with Holy Communion Saturday 9:00 a.m. Spring Cleaning at the church Sunday 2-5 p.m. Family Fun Fest at the Presbyterian Church Serving Today Pastor James L. Castello Worship & Music Coordinator & Organist - Angela Tonjes Bell Choir Director - Bill Panning Lay Assistant - 8:00 Betty Mowery 10:0 Jamie Bostelman Sound Board - 8:00 Jack Robbins 10:0 Marv Mt.Castle Acolytes - 8:00 Derek Miller & Tyson Reynolds 10:0 Alyssa Kruse & Halle Good Altar Guild - Joyce Rohrs & Jennifer Jenny Ushers - 8:00 Ron & Jeannie Wiechers, Lee Weirauch, Laura Yaney 10:0 Bob Ivancso, Bill Panning, Tom Schroeder, Denny Ehlers Prayer Chain Co-ordinator - Carol Castello ( ) or cjcast@yahoo.com Readers, Sound Board Operators If you would be willing to be a worship assistant or run the sound board during the months of June, July, and/or August (one service at 9 a.m.), please sign up now on the bulletin board in the narthex or talk to Betty Mowery or Holly Mohring. Thank you for your service!! Volunteer needed Filling Home is in need of a volunteer to scan documents in the Fiscal Department. This position will be up to 10 hours per week, split between 2- days. For more information, please contact Nancy Arps, Volunteer Coordinator, phone , extension 1226, Monday-Friday 9-4. Thank you for your consideration. Mark your calendars! We will begin our summer schedule of ONE worship service at 9 a.m. on Sunday, May 28! Holy Communion will be celebrated the first two Sundays of each month. Thursday night services continue at 7 p.m. each week. If I am not allowed to laugh in heaven, I don't want to go there.. -Martin Luther Did you know... With his translation of the Bible into German Martin Luther attained permanent fame as far as a unification of the German language was concerned. Today some 70 million believers on all five continents are members of the Lutheran Church. 2 24