ST LUKE HEALING SUNDAY OCTOBER 15, :30 & 11:00 A.M.

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1 ST LUKE HEALING SUNDAY OCTOBER 15, :30 & 11:00 A.M.

2 Welcome Visitors As people made one in the waters of baptism, we believe our lives of faith are strengthened by diversity. We strive to be a community that welcomes all people. We celebrate God s unconditional love and respond joyfully to your presence here. All are welcome. You are welcome. Here are some notes about our congregation and our facility to help you feel at home among us. Nursery A staffed nursery is available for children from birth through age 5 on the sanctuary level down the hall past the drinking fountain. Please sign your child in and out of nursery care. Usually parents gather their children before communion so that they can come to the Table together. An usher will be glad to direct you. (If you prefer to have your child with you in worship, but are worried that they might disturb the service, we also have a crying room upstairs in the balcony. You will be able to hear and see most of the service there.) Restrooms are located on the sanctuary level just past the library. In addition to Men s and Women s rooms there is also a Family room with a changing table. Count Me In Form is that little slip of paper in your worship folder. We ask all worshipers to complete this each week. Special prayer requests may be made on the back of the form and if there are special sign ups you can do that on the back. Place it in the offering plate as it is circulated during the service. Grace Station is an outreach of the church office available every Sunday morning. Office Manager Christina Bogar (or a volunteer) is there to provide information about our church and to receive information such as address, phone or changes, prayer requests and news about illness or hospitalizations. Current newsletters and program information are located there. Look for the check-in desk in the church gathering area. Check out the Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church website at for more information on our congregation, our ministries and many opportunities for service and study. You can also find us on Facebook! Just search for Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church Community. Join us again! We worship every Sunday at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. and would be honored to have you join us for worship again, soon, and often. 2

3 Today we celebrate the Festival of St. Luke. On this day healing prayers are offered for all who desire in the Assembly. Today, after receiving Communion, feel free to go to one of the healing stations for prayer, laying on of hands, and anointing. Healing services have long been held by Christians on St. Luke Day. The author of the third Gospel and the Acts of the Apostles was a Gentile physician whose story of Jesus and the early apostles conveys a mission of salvation, forgiveness, and wholeness. Pre-Service Music Aria Gathering Flor Peeters Welcome Please rise at the pouring of the water Entrance Hymn ELW #157 Greeting Kyrie The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with all of you. And also with you. Prayer of the Day Let us pray. (Silence) Almighty God, you inspired your servant Luke to reveal in his gospel the love and healing power of your Son. Give your church the same love and power to heal, and to proclaim your salvation among the nations to the glory of your name, through Jesus Christ, your Son, our healer, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. 3

4 Word First Lesson: Isaiah 35:5-8 Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf unstopped; then the lame shall leap like a deer, and the tongue of the speechless sing for joy. For waters shall break forth in the wilderness, and streams in the desert; the burning sand shall become a pool, and the thirsty ground springs of water; the haunt of jackals shall become a swamp, the grass shall become reeds and rushes. A highway shall be there, and it shall be called the Holy Way; the unclean shall not travel on it, but it shall be for God s people; no traveler, not even fools, shall go astray. Holy wisdom, holy word. Thanks be to God. (8:30) Psalm: Psalm 121: Join in the singing of the refrain at the direction of the cantor (11:00) Bell Choir Response Healer of Our Every Ill Marty Haugen, arr. Diane McAninch 4

5 Second Lesson: James 5:13-16 Are any among you suffering? They should pray. Are any cheerful? They should sing songs of praise. Are any among you sick? They should call for the elders of the church and have them pray over them, anointing them with oil in the name of the Lord. The prayer of faith will save the sick, and the Lord will raise them up; and anyone who has committed sins will be forgiven. Therefore confess your sins to one another, and pray for one another, so that you may be healed. The prayer of the righteous is powerful and effective. Holy wisdom, holy word. Thanks be to God. Gospel Acclamation This Alleluia verse, composed by Valerie Shields, echoes Lamentations 3:22 and draws from the lectionary readings for these Autumn Sundays in Ordinary Time. 5

6 Gospel: Luke 4:14-21 The Holy Gospel according to St. Luke Glory to you, O Lord. Then Jesus, filled with the power of the Spirit, returned to Galilee, and a report about him spread through all the surrounding country. He began to teach in their synagogues and was praised by everyone. When he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, he went to the synagogue on the sabbath day, as was his custom. He stood up to read, and the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was given to him. He unrolled the scroll and found the place where it was written: The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free, to proclaim the year of the Lord s favor. And he rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant, and sat down. The eyes of all in the synagogue were fixed on him. Then he began to say to them, Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing. The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. Sermon Hymn of the Day ELW #610 O Christ, the Healer, We Have Come Prayers of the People Response: Hear our prayer Sharing the Peace of Christ Parish Concerns and Generosity Testimony 6

7 Meal Preparation of the Table and Offering of Gifts 8:30 When You Pass Through the Waters Paul D. Weber 11:00 Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing arr. Sandra Eithun Offering Prayer Let us pray. (Silence) God of life, you give us these gifts of the earth, these resources of our life and our labor. Take them, offered in great thanksgiving, and use them to set a table that will heal the whole creation; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Light. Amen. The Great Thanksgiving It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks and praise to you, almighty and merciful God, through the great shepherd of your flock, our Savior Jesus Christ; who after his resurrection sent forth the apostles to preach the gospel and teach all nations, and promised to be with them, even to the end of the age. And so, with St Luke and the glorious company of the apostles, with the choirs of angels and all the hosts of heaven, we praise your name and join their unending hymn: 7

8 Holy, mighty, and merciful Lord, heaven and earth are full of your glory. In great love you sent to us Jesus, your Son, who reached out to heal the sick and suffering, who preached good news to the poor, and who, on the cross, opened his arms to all. In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks; broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying: Take and eat; this is my body, given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me. Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to drink, saying: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, 8

9 shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me. Remembering, therefore, his death, resurrection, and ascension, we await his coming in glory. Pour out upon us the Spirit of your love, O Lord, and unite the wills of all who share this heavenly food, the body and blood of Jesus Christ, our Lord; to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be all honor and glory, now and forever. Amen. Gathered as one by the Holy Spirit, we pray: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen. Breaking of the Bread and Invitation to the Meal Sharing Bread and Cup and Healing Prayers All are welcome to meet the Risen Jesus in the sharing of the bread and cup. Please come forward to gather on floor level at the direction of the ushers. You may eat the bread and drink from the cup, or dip the bread into the cup. The large cup is filled with wine. The smaller cup is filled with grape juice. Travelling ministers will commune those who are unable to come forward. If you prefer to receive a blessing instead of receiving communion, please come forward with your hand over your heart. Gluten-free wafers are available. If this is your need, ask the server. Today, Prayers and anointing for healing are offered at various stations. After receiving communion, you are welcome to attend any of the healing stations for prayer, laying on of hands, and anointing. 9

10 Music for Communion and Healing Prayers ELW 612 Healer of our Every Ill ELW 581 You Are Mine (11:00) Song of Assurance Arnold B. Sherman ELW 617 We Come to You for Healing ELW 614 There is a Balm in Gilead ELW 482 I Come With Joy Prayer after Communion Let us pray (Silence) Merciful God, source of our healing, we give you thanks for all your gifts of life. Above all, we give you thanks for the gift of your Son, through whom we have health and salvation. As we wait for that day when there will be no more pain, help us by your Holy Spirit to be assured of your power in our lives and to trust in your eternal love; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. 10

11 Sending Blessing The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord s face shine on you with grace and mercy. The lord look upon you with favor and + give you peace. Amen. Dismissal Go in peace. Christ is with you. Thanks be to God. Scripture passages from New Revised Standard Version Bible. Copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Art and parts of the liturgy adapted from Sundaysandseasons.com. Copyright 2017 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License # Music: Psalm 121 Refrain by Rick Erickson. From Psalm Settings for the Church Year: Revised Common Lectionary 2008, Augsburg Fortress. Reprinted by permission under OneLicense.net #A Gospel Acclamation, Valerie Shields, used by permission Holy, Holy, Holy, Great Thanksgiving; A Community Mass, Richard Proulx, b 1937, music 1971, 1977 GIA Publications Inc. Reprinted by permission under OneLicense.net #A Bread of Life, Jeremy Young, b. 1948; Music 1995 Augsburg Fortress Reprinted by permission under OneLicense.net #A

12 Our Weekly Circle of Prayer Hear my prayer, O God; give ear to the words of my mouth. Psalm 54:2 We welcome your requests for prayers for persons in need or prayers of thanksgiving for blessings received. You can add your prayer to this list with a note on this morning s Count Me In or by contacting the church office. Names in bold are new this week. FOR HOMEBOUND MEMBERS AND FRIENDS OF PHINNEY Brian Cummins, Gloria Swisher, Rudy Steinhauser FOR OUR PARTNERS IN MINISTRY Northwest Washington Synod, Evangelical Lutheran Church in America Presiding Bishop Elizabeth Eaton, Bishop B. Kirby Unti First, West Seattle Shepherd of the Hills, Issaquah FOR THE FAITHFUL DEPARTED Ilah Robbins, beloved aunt of Sheila and Ken Bartanen, died October 3 THOSE WHO MOURN Family and friends of Aaron Rosen, who died October 6 The Caballero family for the loss of their father Ramon and grandfather Roman RECENT HOSPITALIZATIONS, ILLNESSES, AND INJURIES Logan Nickel, broken collarbone Martha Greffin, brain tumor Judy B, hospitalized and declining health Jackie Robbins, cancer Heather, wife and mother of three girls, diagnosis of stage 4 metastatic breast cancer Bob and Lois Stettner, recovering from surgery and pneumonia, respectively Elaine Kirsten, recovering from hip surgery Yvonne, niece of Leslie Caceres, cancer Eunice Baker, fractured shoulder Sandy Price, beginning treatment for ovarian cancer Arlene Rowe, recovering from knee surgery Daniel Ray Figaro, recovering from cardiac arrest Don Maier, recovering from surgery Soren Ogle, broken arm FOR PERSONS DIAGNOSED WITH CANCER OR LONG-TERM ILLNESS Bob Robbins, Shirley, Ginger, Sally LeBoeuf, Laurie Cooper, Jena Meagher, Kathryn Buffum, Sylvia Davids, Lucia Bettler, Cynthia Greif, Herbert Prugger, Rafik Hanna, 12

13 Lois Stettner, Sharon, John Cooley, Mike, Sister Barbara Lee, Cheri Rinn, Karen Kenyon, Ruth Berven, Susan Wieland, Jeff Goforth OTHER HOPES, CONCERNS, AND THANKSGIVING Marcus Lohrmann (Pastor Van Kley s brother) celebrating ordination on Oct 15 and call as co-pastor with Rev. Bekki Lohrmann to Holden Village Morgan and Jim, (Midge's sister and brother in law), lost their home in Santa Rosa fire Grace Roop, thank you to Phinney friends for all the prayers Michael Gruber, Maggie Martin, Charlie Gruber Micah O'Malley, thanksgiving for being cancer-free for 2 years THE WORLD IN PRAYER Those affected by Northern California fires All affected by hurricanes, earthquakes, and flooding Peace and relief in Myanmar, Venezuela, South Sudan, Nigeria, Somalia, Yemen, Democratic Republic of Congo, Syria, and all war-torn places Immigrants seeking safety Homeless and hungry sisters and brothers Racial reconciliation and justice Our elected leaders and public servants Surrounded by a Great Cloud of Witnesses Commemorations and Festivals for the Week Teresa of Ávila (Teresa de Jesús), teacher, renewer of the church, died 1582 Sunday, October 15, 2017 A mystical writer and reformer of the monastic order (Carmelites) to which she belonged, Teresa may also be commemorated with John of the Cross on December 14. Ignatius, Bishop of Antioch, martyr, died around 115 Tuesday, October 17, 2017 Ignatius was the second bishop of Antioch in Syria. Ignatius is known to us from his letters, which encouraged Christians to live in love, yet stand firm in true doctrine. Luke, Evangelist Wednesday, October 18, 2017 Identified as the author of both Luke and Acts, Luke was careful to place the events of Jesus' life in their social and religious contexts. His gospel gives us some of the most beloved parables, as well as the songs of Zechariah, Mary, the angels, and Simeon. 13

14 Participants in Today s Liturgy PRESIDER + PREACHER Bryon Hansen HEALING PRAYERS Nancy Monelli Pam Gompf Patrick Meagher Sallie Shippen ASSISTING MINISTER Cara Scheffler (8:30) Nichole Kruse (11:00) EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS George Snelling, Ardis Pilz (8:30) Shawn Kruse, Carol Cummins (11:00) LECTORS Deanna Clem, Jannah Fitch (8:30) Matthew Eng, Ben Shaw (11:00) ACOLYTES Aria Scheffler, Tina Georgeson (8:30) Magnus Pearson, Einar Ogle (11:00) CRUCIFER Nancy Monelli (8:30) Pam Gompf (11:00) YOUTH CHOIR Diane Figaro, conductor Ryan Wagner, accompanist BELL CHOIR Beth Ann Bonnecroy, conductor ORGANIST Valerie Shields USHERS Bart Brosten; Dianne, Pete, and Avery Carlson (8:30) Rosalyn Breen, Ilse Bollinger, Mike Clark, Rick Bonk (11:00) Through the month of October, we will be hearing testimony from PRLC members on why they give. Today, we welcome Sallie Shippen. 14

15 This Week at PRLC Today, Sunday, October 15, :30 a.m. Holy Communion Sanctuary 10:00 a.m. Adult Forum Tree of Life 10:00 a.m. Sunday School Various 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion Sanctuary 12:15 p.m. Environmental Stewardship Fireside Room 5:00 p.m. The WAY Fellowship Hall Tuesday, October 17, :00 a.m. Quilters Quilting Room 12:00 p.m. Lectionary and Lunch Library 2:00 p.m. Food Bank Food Bank 7:00 p.m. AA 301/302 7:00 p.m. Congregational Council Tree of Life Wednesday, October 18, :00 a.m. Spirited Women Library 10:00 a.m. Salem Circle Randi Valdok Home 5:30 p.m. Bread for the Journey Various 7:30 p.m. AA 301/302 7:00 p.m. Food Bank Food Bank 7:40 p.m. Chancel Choir Choir Room 7:40 p.m. Gospel Choir Tree of Life Thursday, October 19, :30 p.m. Theology Pub Razzi s Cellar 6:30 p.m. AA 301/302 Saturday, October 21, :00 a.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry Narthex 7:00 p.m. AA 301/302 All Day Confirmation Retreat Mercer Slough Sunday, October 22, Lectionary 28 8:30 a.m. Holy Communion Sanctuary 10:00 a.m. Sunday School Various 10:00 a.m. Adult Forum Tree of Life 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion Sanctuary 5:00 p.m. The WAY Fellowship Hall 15

16 Announcements The Hunger Goblin' Trick-or-Treat Event! Boo! It's October and time to prepare for the Hunger Goblin' Trick-or-Treat neighborhood event. We'll welcome thousands of little ghouls to the streets of Greenwood on Saturday, Oct 28th, from 12-3pm. Bring your kids by for some great trick-or-treating up and down Greenwood Ave, and/or make plans to volunteer at PRLC giving away candy. Also, please consider picking up an extra bag or two of halloween candy to help us extend a warm holiday welcome to our visitors. Please mark your Count Me In form if interested in helping out! Expecting or new parent support group Have you gotten less sleep than you need? Do you feel like your life is out of control? Are you stuck at home while everyone else is having fun? Chances are you are expecting or living with a new baby! You are welcome to join our support group on the 1st + 3rd Wednesday of the month, from 10:00-11:00 a.m. Location TBA. Contact Hadley Gibbons at or Hadleyejohnson@gmail.com for more information. LYONS Wednesdays After School will rotate monthly this school year. October will be at Herkimer Coffee on Phinney Ridge. Come by after school, we ll be hanging out until 5:00pm. ELCA National Youth Gathering 2018 registration is due today. This event is for current 8th grade through current 12th grade youth. Please contact Bryant in the LYONS office (lyonsdirector@roaringlyons.org) for more information or to sign up. Middle School Wilderness Retreat is this Saturday, October 21 from 8:30am-4:30pm. This day retreat is for all youth in 6th-8th grade, whether they are in Confirmation or not. Please sign up for this first big middle school event of the school year on our website roaringlyons.org/confirmation ELCA Lutheran Disaster Response: Give at This season has seen some of the worst hurricanes on record, and there may be more to come. As a church, we re standing by our neighbors who have been affected by Hurricanes Irma and Maria and Hurricane Harvey, and we are ready to assist in addi onal loca ons as disaster strikes. The road to recovery is long, and Lutheran Disaster Response will be there to accompany those affected in every phase. Your gi s will be used en rely (100 percent) for direct response. Together, we can help provide immediate and long-las ng support for those whose homes have been devastated or who have been otherwise affected by hurricanes. Give now to support survivors of disasters in Texas, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, Puerto Rico, Hai, the Dominican Republic, the U.S. Virgin Islands and other loca ons impacted by powerful hurricanes. 16

17 New Small Groups Have Begun Meeting! It s not too late to join a growing small group. Look for information about various meeting times and locations in your bulletin, or contact the group leader for details. Troubling the Waters, Take 2, an exploration of systemic racism and white privilege, contact Barbara Mockett or Patty Maier Phinney Facebook, an online-only group that shares daily thoughts and reflections, contact Andrew Shutes-David Theology Pub, an informal conversation about our theological questions, meeting at Razzi s Pizzeria, contact Vicar Pam Gompf Lutheran-Catholic Dialogue, discussing the book, One Hope: Re-membering the Body of Christ, contact Pastor Hansen Who is My Neighbor, a group exploring local social justice outreach opportunities, contact Signe Roscoe Environmental Stewardship, a conversation around care for the earth, contact Karen Clark Park Hoppers, for families with young children who need to burn off some energy after church, contact Kara Novak Path Finders, enjoying Saturday morning walks and runs, depending on your interest and ability, contact Don Boelter (for walking) or Alan Pearson (for running) Contact information for these leaders can be found in your church directory, or via the church office at Pastor Van Kley can answer your questions, too! Reformation 500 Years A beautiful book, on loan from Pastor Nancy Winder and Larry Howard, is on display at the Grace Station. Feel free to thumb through the pages to see stunning images and photos of Reformation era art. This will be on display through November. Walk and Talk with the PRLC Pathfinders Walking Group This fall we will be going on guided "urban hikes" throughout different Seattle neighborhoods of historical environmental or cultural interest, every Saturday morning at 10am through Nov. 11, This is an "open" group, so you can join us for any or all of the walks. Please donboelter@gmail.com to learn where we are headed this week. ~Jenn and Don Boelter The Caregiver Circle meets today (Sunday, Oct. 15) in Pastor Hansen s office. If you care for an elderly parent, a loved one with a chronic condition, or a distant relative with continuing needs, you are welcome and encouraged to take part in this support group. This is an opportunity to meet with others experiencing similar life challenges, to learn coping skills, discover local resources, and pray with and for one another. If you would like more information, please contact Nancy Monelli at children@prlc.org. 17

18 The WAY begins October 15 The WAY is a gift we offer folks who are new in our midst. The WAY offers a way to deepen your faith journey and a way to become part of the PRLC community - Inviting your questions and doubts Engaging both your heart and mind Handing on the traditions of the faith Affirming the journey God has placed you on Walking with you in a process we take together The WAY during October and November is called the Front Porch, a time explore with others the questions of faith. We gather for dinner at 5:00 p.m. and depart at 7:00 p.m. Come and join us! Contact Pastor Hansen at pastor@prlc.org or Lance Georgeson at lgeorgeson@juno.com god ethics religion spirituality theology politics faith sexuality justice pub Join us for Theology Pub every Thursday Razzis Pizzeria in The Cellar ~Drink, Discuss & Discover~ Sponsored by Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church + Questions: Contact Vicar Pam (206) Sunday Mornings at 10 AM in the Tree of Life Room TODAY Luther 500 Tour October 15 Several parishioners participated in the Luther 500 Tour last June in Wittenberg, Germany to mark the 500th Anniversary of the Reformation. Join them for a discussion of their trip what they saw, enjoyed, and learned and how the experience enriched their journey of faith. What does it mean to be a re-forming church in light of this historical benchmark? October 22 - Lutherans and the Ecumenical Movement 500 Years in the Making Martin Luther never intended to start a new church. In this forum, we uncover rich sources within the Lutheran tradition for ecumenical conversations. This discussion will be led by PRLC member Mike Halvorson who teaches history at Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma.

19 Next Sunday October 22, Lectionary 29 Lessons: Isaiah 45:1-7, 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10, Matthew 22: :30 a.m. Holy Communion 10:00 a.m. Adult Forum 10:00 a.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion 5:00 p.m. The WAY Looking Ahead October 15 October 22 October 29 November 9 The WAY Begins 5:00 p.m. Generosity Sunday Reformation/Reconciliation Sunday Lutheran Summer Music Auditions 19

20 The Ministry Staff Bryon Hansen, Pastor Anne Van Kley, Associate Pastor Patrick Meagher, Minister of Outreach Nancy Monelli, Children and Family Minister Kirsten Olshausen, Parish Administrator Tim Sullivan, CDC Director Christina Bogar, Parish Communications and Office Manager Valerie Shields, Organist Beth Ann Bonnecroy, Chancel and Handbell Choirs Director Evelyn Hartwell, Children s Choir Director Diane Figaro, Gospel Choir and Youth Choir Director Dallas Cooper Anthony Nelson Custodians custodian@prlc.org Jannah Fitch Cally Nelson Nursery Care Bryant Williams, LYONS Director lyonsdirector@roaringlyons.org Pam Gompf, Vicar vicar@prlc.org Our congregation participates with three other Lutheran churches in Seattle in a youth ministry organization called LYONS (Lutheran Youth of North Seattle). Telephone , website roaringlyons.org. Our congregation also participates in a Lutheran counseling organization with congregations from across the Puget Sound area. Lutheran Counseling Network is a coalition of licensed pastoral counselors who provide therapy in a variety of settings for a variety of needs. One such office is located in our building, with Counselor Rosemary Raynaud providing therapy on an appointment basis. Learn more: check out Lutheran Counseling Network at You can also reach Rosemary by phone at , ext Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church 7500 Greenwood Avenue North Seattle, Washington Office Hours: Monday-Thursday, 8:30-4:30, Friday 8:30-12:30