Our Saviour s Lutheran Church Sharing God s Love with All! First Sunday in Lent February 18, 2018, 9:15 am

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1 Our Saviour s Lutheran Church Sharing God s Love with All! First Sunday in Lent February 18, 2018, 9:15 am Welcome Confession and Forgiveness..Pages ELW The assembly stands. All may make the sign of the cross, the sign that is marked at baptism, as the presiding minister begins. P: In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. C: Amen. P: Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hid: cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name, through Jesus Christ our Lord. C: Amen. One of the following or another confession is prayed. P: Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another. Silence is kept for reflection. P: Most merciful God, C: we confess that we are captive to sin and cannot free ourselves. We have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in your will and walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy name. Amen. P: The presiding minister announces God s Forgiveness.

2 The service continues with gathering song. Gathering Hymn. A Mighty Fortress is Our God ELW 504 A mighty fortress is our God, a sword and shield victorious; He breaks the cruel oppressor s rod and wins salvation glorious. The old satanic foe has sworn to work us woe! With craft and dreadful might he arms himself to fight. On earth he has no equal. No strength of ours can match his might! We would be lost, rejected. But now a champion comes to fight, whom God himself elected. You ask who this may be? The Lord of hosts is he! Christ Jesus, mighty Lord, God s only Son, adored. He holds the field victorious. Though hordes of devils fill the land all threat ning to devour us, We tremble not, unmoved we stand; they cannot over pow r us. Let this world s tyrant rage; in battle we ll engage! His might is doomed to fail; God s judgment must prevail! One little word subdues him. God s Word forever shall abide, no thanks to foes, who fear it;

3 for God himself fights by our side with weapons of the Spirit. Were they to take our house, goods, honor, child or spouse, though life be wrenched away, they cannot win the day. The kingdom s ours forever! 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...Page P: In peace, let us pray to the Lord. C: Lord, have mercy. P: For the peace from above, and for our salvation, let us pray to the Lord. C: Lord, have mercy. P: For the peace of the whole world, for the well being of the church of God, and for the unity of all, let us pray to the Lord. C: Lord, have mercy. P: For this holy house, and for all who offer here their worship and praise, let us pray to the Lord. C: Lord, have mercy. P: Help, save, comfort, and defend us, gracious Lord. C: Amen. Prayer of the Day P: Holy God, heavenly Father C: Amen. First Reading..Genesis 9:8-17 Psalm.... Psalm 25:1-10 L: To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul.

4 C: My God, I put my trust in you; let me not be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me. L: Let none who look to you be put to shame; rather let those be put to shame who are treacherous. C: Show me your ways, O Lord, and teach me your paths. L: Lead me in your truth and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation; in you have I trusted all the day long. C: Remember, O Lord, your compassion and love, for they are from everlasting. L: Remember not the sins of my youth and my transgressions; remember me according to your steadfast love and for the sake of your goodness, O Lord. C: You are gracious and upright, O Lord; therefore you teach sinners in your way. L: You lead the lowly in justice and teach the lowly your way. C: All your paths, O Lord, are steadfast love and faithfulness to those who keep your covenant and your testimonies. Second Reading.. 1 Peter 3:18-22 L: The Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. Gospel Acclamation (to be sung) ELW Page 171 C: Let your steadfast love come to us, O Lord. Save us as you promised; we will trust your word. P: The Holy Gospel according to Mark the 1st chapter. C: Glory to you, O Lord. Gospel Lesson...Mark 1:9-15 P: The Gospel of the Lord. C: Praise to you, O Christ. Sermon..Pastor Jonas

5 Hymn of the Day Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in Your Word..ELW #517 Lord, keep us steadfast in your word; curb those who by deceit or sword would wrest the kingdom from your Son and bring to naught all he has done. Lord Jesus Christ, your pow r make known, for you are Lord of lords alone; defend your holy church, that we may sing your praise eternally. O Comforter of priceless worth, send peace and unity on earth; support us in our final strife and lead us out of death to life. Installation of Church Council The Nicene Creed ELW Page 104 We believe in one God, the Father, 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, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary and became fully human. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the scriptures; 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, and his kingdom will have no end.

6 We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who 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. Prayers of Intercession (Each petition will end with P: Lord in your mercy ; please respond C: Hear our prayer. ) Sharing of the Peace Offering Offering Anthem by Senior Choir..... Shine On Us The Great Thanksgiving.. Page 172 P: The Lord be with you. C: And also with you. P: Lift up your hearts. C: We lift them to the Lord. P: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. C: It is right to give our thanks and praise. Holy, Holy, Holy Lord Page 173 Holy, holy, holy Lord, Lord God of power and might, Heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. Eucharistic Prayer P: For as often as we eat of this bread and drink from this cup, we proclaim the mystery of faith. C: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.

7 Lord s Prayer...Page 173 Holy Communion - Lamb of God.Page 174 Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; grant us peace, grant us peace. Communion Hymn I Want Jesus to Walk with Me ELW #325 I want Jesus to walk with me; I want Jesus to walk with me; all along my pilgrim journey, Lord, I want Jesus to walk with me. In my trials, Lord, walk with me; in my trials, Lord, walk with me; when my heart is almost breaking, Lord, I want Jesus to walk with me. When I m in trouble, Lord, walk with me; when I m in trouble, Lord, walk with me; when my head is lowed in sorrow, Lord, I want Jesus to walk with me. Post Communion Prayer Blessing C: Amen. Sending Hymn Guide Me Ever, Great Redeemer ELW #618 Guide me ever, great Redeemer, pilgrim through this barren land. I am weak, but you are mighty;

8 hold me with your pow rful hand. Bread of heaven, bread of heaven, feed me now and evermore, feed me now and evermore. Open now the crystal fountain where the healing waters flow; let the fire and cloudy pillar lead me all my journey through. Strong deliv rer, strong deliv rer, shield me with your mighty arm, shield me with your mighty arm. When I tread the verge of Jordan, bid my anxious fears subside; death of death and hell s destruction, land me safe on Canaan s side. Songs and praises, songs and praises, I will raise forevermore, I will raise forevermore. Dismissal P: Go in peace C: Thanks be to God. ************************************************************ Announcements The church office will be open on Monday, Feb. 19 th from 8:00 AM to 2:00 PM. The office will be closed on Tuesday, Feb. 20 th. Sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. First Communion Classes - An invitation is being extended to those families who wish their child to receive their First Communion this year.

9 First Communion classes will meet during the Sunday School hour Feb. 25 th through March 18 th. Parents are asked to attend the first class with their child on Feb. 25 th. The final preparation for First Communion will be preparing and baking bread on Palm Sunday, March 25 th. If you are able to help with this activity, please let Pastor Peter know. First Communion will be received during Easter Sunday worship on April 1 st at 9:15 AM. If you will be out of town that day, please let Pastor Peter know so other arrangements can be made. Lenten Soup Suppers - We are looking for some great OSLC cooks to donate soup for the Wednesday s Lenten soup supper! All the proceeds for the soup supper are used for the Confirmation activities and Luther Park registration. Please sign up on the Youth & Family bulletin board at the back of the church or contact Patti Zimmerman at zimmerman@tcc.coop. Diaper Party for Jesus - Join us today during the church service for a diaper/baby shower for baby Jesus! Following the service there will be refreshments, snacks and games! Please bring a package of diaper or wipes. Diapers will go to the diaper closet that is in need of diapers for families of Trempealeau County and surrounding areas. Diaper sizes needed is mainly size 3 & 5 but any size is welcome. Any type of brand! Jogging for Jesus - The members of Our Saviour s Lutheran Church Youth Group will be hosting our 2 nd Annual Jogging for Jesus 5K Run 3K Run/Walk. This years event will be held on Saturday, April am (Race check-in time is 10 10:45) at Our Saviour s Lutheran Church Main Street, Whitehall, WI. This year we are adding the Church Challenge to the event. The $20 registration fee includes: an event t-shirt (if registered by March 28th ), a chance to win local door prizes, and post race refreshments. Proceeds from this trip will be used to help Our Saviour s Youth to go to the Youth Gathering in Houston, TX this June. If you have any questions about our group, this fundraiser, or need more

10 registration forms, please feel free to contact Patti Zimmerman at or Easter Flower Orders: We are now taking orders for Easter flowers. Please be sure to order by Sunday, March 18 th to ensure delivery by Easter. They are a wonderful way to remember or honor your loved ones during the Easter season and it also brings a touch of spring into the church. Orders can be taken to the church office or collected in the Narthex. Cost is $10 per plant. Happy Birthday: Wishing a happy birthday this upcoming week to: Darlene Baken, Wayne Harms, Abigail Olson, Myrtle Olson, Scott Schmitt, Olivia Schaefer, Delores Stuve, Richard Waldera, Max Pientok, and Delores Coburn. Coming Up This Week: Today - Worship 9:15 AM Sunday School 10:15 AM Diaper Party for Baby Jesus 10:15 AM Monday - Praise Team Practice 7:00 PM Tuesday - Quilters 8:30 AM Life & Growth Team 5:30 PM Worship Team 7:00 PM Wednesday - Bible Study 9:15 AM Lenten Worship 5:30 PM Soup Supper 6:30 PM J Crew 6:30 PM Choir 7:00 PM Grace Council 7:00 PM Grace Lenten Worship 7:00 PM Sunday - Worship 9:15 AM (Praise Team) Sunday School 10:15 AM

11 ********************************************************** Pastor: Peter Jonas Church Secretary: Julie Haessig Office Phone: Church Website: oslcwhitehall.org Church Office Hours: M & W 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM T & Th 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM Assisting in Worship Today: Accompanist: Nancy Martinovici Ushers: Randall & Donna Lindberg Communion Servers: Rita Hegge & Karen Witte Videographer: Ellen Hauser Power Point: Barb Mathson