Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, Friedheim N 550 W Decatur, IN 46733

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1 Zion Ev. Lutheran Church, Friedheim N 550 W Decatur, IN Rev. Daniel F. Dahling (Office) (Parsonage) Website Pastor s pastor@zionfriedheim.org Secretary s churchoffice@zionfriedheim.org Director of Youth s brianhorning@stjohnbingen.org Rev. Marvin R. Hinkle, Pastor Emeritus Mr. Daniel Bultemeyer, Principal Wyneken Memorial Lutheran School Mrs. Jody Paschal, Director of Music Mrs. Wava Lichtle, Parish Nurse Mr. Brian Horning, Director of Youth & Family Life Mrs. Tina Geels, Church & Parish Hall Custodian Brothers and sisters in Christ, we come together as family to worship God and receive his Word. Welcome one another in Jesus name. Loving God, thank you for making me your child. Remind me that everyone else is your child, too. Amen. If you are visiting us today, we ask that you complete a Visitor Registration slip (yellow form) found at the end of each pew. You may place the form in the offering plate, give it to Pastor, or give it to one of the Deacons as you leave the worship service this morning. Please come back and worship with us again soon. Proper 11 Pentecost 6 July 20, 2014 The Order of Service Divine Service, Setting 3, Page 184 The Hymns The Theme of the Day The Readings Isaiah 44:6-8 Romans 8:18-27 Matthew 13:24-30, LSB #735, #772; #663; #702; #525; #973 (insert) God s Faithful People The faithful believe in the one true God have the Spirit intercede for them enter heaven The Sermon The Good Planting of the Kingdom Matthew 13:14-30 The Acolyte Payton Lengerich + Soli Deo Gloria + 1

2 Statement of Communion Practice In obedience to God s Word, we celebrate the Lord s Supper frequently. Unlike Baptism, this Sacrament is to be received again and again for the strengthening of our faith. Also in obedience to God s Word, we practice close communion. Our faith is not exclusive, but God says that we should have unity in faith (which communion expresses). For this reason, guests are kindly asked to speak to Pastor Dahling before the service. As we have done in past summers, we will take a few moments to review Luther s Small Catechism. Today we look at Petitions 6-7 and the Conclusion of the Lord s Prayer. Please turn to pages in your Lutheran Service Book when directed to do so. We thank Sandy Blomenberg for sharing her musical gifts with us this morning. She is filling in for Jody Paschal as organist. May the Lord continue to bless and guide her. We send best wishes and God s richest blessings to all of our members who are celebrating birthdays this week Ben Miller, Randy Moellering, Grace Buuck, Sean Sielschott, Lukas Bobay, Jordan Buuck, Kevin Conrad, and Logan Linnemeier. We rejoice with Al & Shirley Hormann who will celebrate their 58 th wedding anniversary on Monday, July 21. Les & Karen Conrad, Marv & Shirley Drier, Chad & Jill Baumann, Zach & Heather Stoppenhagen, Linda Keuneke & Paul Knott, and Aaron & Sarah Rhymer are celebrating wedding anniversaries this week as well. May our loving Father continue to bless them, remaining at the center of their homes, guiding them through life s joys and challenges. We remember in our prayers Sara (Werling) Ogren who is on a mission trip to the Philippines. May the Lord protect her and bless this medical mission trip. We remember those who are presently serving our country Jason Putteet, Alan Bergdall, Mike Brandt, Dean Brandt, Derek Schultz, Josh Stoppenhagen, Jacob Stoppenhagen, Sam Conrad (South Korea), Jeremy Nabity (Christine Bultemeier s nephew) who is in Qatar, and Chad Hall (Doris Conrad s son-in-law). May the Lord protect and guide them in their missions. May the Great Physician give peace, good health and strength to all who are in need of His healing hand. We especially remember Scott Gehres, Phyllis Everett, Nyjah Moellering (Veronica s son) who is at Payton Manning Children s Hospital at St. Vincent s in Indianapolis, Mason Krueckeberg (Dave Krueckeberg s grandson & Todd & Cindy s nephew who is in the NICU at a Dayton hospital), Rachel Kinninger (Sara Rhymer s niece), Kelly Baumann (Sam & Judy Baumann s daughter-in-law), Rev. Timothy Carr (Rev. Otto Brillinger s son-in-law), Nora Rauner (Michelle Scheumann s mother), Cathy Terhune (Sherril Bradtmueller s daughter), Maddox Franz, and Leo Feasel. The flowers on the altar are to the glory of God and in honor of Drew Heckman & Kari Butcher and in loving memory of Katie Heckman. They have been placed in church by their parents, Jim & Ruth Heckman. May the Lord continue to bless this family. Flowers have also been placed in church to the glory of God and in honor of Joe & Lin Gorman s grandchildren Colby & Dylan Koldyke, Callen Gorman, and Julia & Miles Overhiser. May the Good Shepherd continue to watch over these precious little ones. Listen to the Lutheran Hour, which airs on Sunday on WLW (700) from Cincinnati at 7 a.m. and on Van Wert stations WERT (1220) and WKSD (99.7 FM) at 10:30 a.m. The program is broadcast on Sundays at 8 a.m. on WZBD (92.7 FM) and on WFCV (1090 AM) at 3:30 p.m. and 7 p.m. Lutheran Hour can also be heard on WOWO (1190 AM) on Sunday mornings at 10:30 a.m. 2

3 Can t make it to church? Listen to WZBD (92.7 FM) from 9:05 a.m. to 9:50 a.m. and hear our service live. You can also listen to the broadcast over the Internet by logging on to our website ( and Click here to listen to Zion s worship service on Sundays from 9:05-9:50. You will find our weekly Time in the Word study guide, A Christian s Top Treasure, in the bulletin. Greeters this Sunday are Ryan & Joni Boyle, with Ron & Bonnie Buuck greeting next week. Greeters are needed on August 31 (Labor Day weekend). Please contact Gretchen Hudson if you would like to be a part of this program. Worship for Shut-Ins is on Sunday mornings at 6:30 a.m. on WPTA-TV Channel 21. The show airs 8 a.m. on Digital 33.2 & Satellite 252 on Sunday mornings or on Comcast Cable Channel 55 on Sunday and Monday afternoons at 4 p.m. They also broadcast via DIRECTV Channel 377 on Sundays at 11:30 a.m. The Thursday morning LWML Bible Class will meet at 9 a.m. on Thursday, August 14, at the home of Karen Gallmeyer. This group will meet monthly during the summer and return to weekly classes this September. Board of Stewardship s Food for Thought Jesus tells us, the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give His life as a ransom for many (Matthew 20:28). We are Jesus arms and legs to embrace lost and hurting people. We re His mouthpiece to speak God s Law, but above all His Gospel and His peace. His love is completed in us and through us (1 John 4:12). When God called us in faith in Him, He also equipped us for His call to service. We re never to weary in doing well (Galatians 6:9), although we often feel that we are too tired, impatient, or not capable. Through the prompting of the Holy Spirit, we pick ourselves up and serve those Jesus wants us to serve and witness to those to whom Jesus wants us to witness. We do it all in the name of Jesus. Help the Board of Outreach help the Adams County Women s Shelter. It s Christmas in July! The Board is collecting women s and children s socks and underwear as well as gently used clothing. Other needs include over-the-counter medications and new hygiene products. There is a green tote in the Gathering Area for you to place your donation. Shelly Kiefer is July s Meals of Grace coordinator. If you know of someone who would benefit from this ministry, please contact her at Our Quarterly Voters Meeting takes place after the worship service next Sunday, July 27. Mark it on your calendar and plan on staying. This week s secret code is SACQP9. Go to enter the secret code, and access online games that will reinforce this week s message. Just a reminder that Roz s Reading Room is available to everyone, anytime. No checkout needed. Browse and borrow anything that interests you, and then return in the basket by the smaller shelf. Any donations can also be placed in that basket. Spend some time looking through the selections and take advantage of this opportunity! The bloodmobile will be at Decatur Riverside Center on Monday, July 21, from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Consider giving the gift of life. Want to be part of Lutheran Night at the TinCaps on Saturday, August 16? The Adams County Chapter of Thrivent Financial has purchased a block of tickets and they are now available. Tickets are only $5 each. We have a limited amount, so purchase your tickets early. See Shirley Buuck for your tickets. 3

4 Would you like to have your contribution go a little farther? You can by utilizing the Wyneken Matching Program. Your donation is matched 3 to 1. For example, a donation of $600 will earn $200 in matching funds. What a great return on your investment!! The maximum amount that can be matched per individual communicant member is $600. Checks should be made payable to Zion Friedheim Wyneken Matching Program. You may place your donation into the SPECIAL OFFERING ENVELOPES (the large envelopes found in either entranceway of the church). You will find that some of these envelopes have already been made out to Wyneken Matching Funds. Remember, if you have any questions about this program, you can contact Mike Heckman, treasurer of the Wyneken Contributions account. St. John s Bingen s Social Committee is organizing a Mystery Trip from October There are information sheets in the Gathering Area if you are interested in this trip. A deposit of $50 per person is needed with the reservation with the balance due by September 13. Any questions, please contact Jan Zelt at Come and celebrate Camp Lutherhaven's 65th Anniversary today including worship and Chicken Dinner. Join with 100's of others to see how God has been at work, hear and see the progress of the new cabins, share memories and camp stories, and enjoy the great outdoors. Rev. Ben Haupt shares God's Word in worship beginning at 11 a.m. with a catered dinner and recreation opportunities to follow. Adults are $8 and Children $6 at the door. As part of Lutheran Education Night at the Ball Park, the Alumni Association has reserved the 400 Club at Parkview Field for the game on Saturday, August 16, at 7:05 p.m. The 400 club provides seats and unlimited food and beverages. Tickets are $40 per person and may be ordered under the Alumni tab at or by contacting Jill Nichols or jnichols@clhscadets.com. This will be a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a night at the ballpark with fellow CLHS alumni. Is this the year that you consider joining the Lutheran Dartball league and enjoy the competition of the game, and more importantly enjoying evenings with fellow Christians and forming new friendships? If this sounds good, then come be a part of the 2014/2015 season. Dartball is the sport of throwing darts underhand to a board that is laid out like a baseball field. It is a fun night of socializing and play. If you are interested, we have current league members who are willing to come to your church and provide demonstrations and show you how the game is played. This will give you a chance to get a feel of the game that many of us already enjoy. If you have questions, or want to set up a demonstration, contact Rich Greener at or at richg@deistermachince.com. New teams will receive a 10% discount on their entry fee. Please call and check out this opportunity. Shakespeare s most famous comedy A Midsummer Night s Dream will be presented on the Summit campus (formerly Taylor University) July 25, 26, and 27 by the theatre group, Shakespeare from the Heart. (Alicia Drier is directing the play.) While admission is free, the group traditionally names a local charity to receive audience donations. This year s proceeds will support the ministry of the Matthew 25 Health Clinic. Audience members are asked to bring their own portable chairs for seating. MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) is designed to nurture every mother with children from infancy through kindergarten. Members come from all walks of life but share one desire to be great moms! Sign up for MOPS takes place on Tuesday, July 29, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the parking lot of First United Methodist Church (502 W. Monroe St. in Decatur) and on Saturday, August 2, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the church. For information, please contact Shelly at or leave a message at MOPS of Decatur on Facebook. They are also looking for women who are willing to share their talents as a childcare helper, speaker, or assist in any other way. The session beings on Tuesday, September 16. (MOPS meet on the first and third Tuesdays of the month from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at First United Methodist Church in Decatur. 4

5 Wyneken News Don t forget to purchase SCRIP for all your needs. You may get your SCRIP from Carma Conrad, our SCRIP representative ( or her at Conrad@eawifi.com). SCRIP is also available online at Just click on Scrip order form. The Wyneken School Board would appreciate any help as they complete their summer cleaning/maintenance at Wyneken. On Sunday, July 27, items will be moved back into the 7 th & 8 th grade rooms, the multipurpose room, and cafetorium. Start time is 6 p.m. The Wyneken Annual Association meeting will be on Monday, August 4. All reports and financial information (school board, PTL, hot lunch, athletics) are to be completed and turned in the school office by Monday, July 21. Summer office hours (through August 8) are being observed. Hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday-Friday. However, hours and dates may vary. You may wish to call ahead ( ). The Wyneken JV boys soccer team is in need of a coach for the fall 2014 soccer season. If you are interested, please contact our Athletic Director, Greg Louis, at wyneken.ad@gmail.com or at or school ( ). Attendance: Worship Service 179 Offerings through July 13 Missions NA Home Purpose $3, Received Month to Date - $8, Anticipated bills July $39,509 Amount needed to meet July Budget $30, Thrivent Choice (1 st, 2 nd, & 3 rd Quarters) $7,541 Simply Giving (1 st, 2 nd, & 3 rd Quarters) $8,340 Loan Amount (Friedheim Foundation) $34, We are caught up with Wyneken as of June 30, due to a loan of $22,000 from the Friedheim Foundation THIS WEEK AT FRIEDHEIM Today: 11:00 a.m. Worship Service & Chicken BBQ Dinner Camp Lutherhaven Monday: 11:30 a.m. 5:30 p.m. Blood Mobile Riverside Center Tuesday: August newsletter articles due in church office Wednesday: 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Immanuel House Open Friday: 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Immanuel House Open NEXT WEEK AT FRIEDHEIM July 27 9:00 a.m. Worship Service 10:15 a.m. Quarterly Voters Meeting July 30 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Immanuel House Open August 1 9 a.m. 3 p.m. Immanuel House Open 5

6 The Readings God s Faithful People Isaiah 44:6-8 The faithful believe in the one true God Thus says the Lord, the King of Israel and his Redeemer, the Lord of hosts: I am the first and I am the last; besides me there is no god. Who is like me? Let him proclaim it. Let him declare and set it before me, since I appointed an ancient people. Let them declare what is to come, and what will happen. Fear not, nor be afraid; have I not told you from of old and declared it? And you are my witnesses! Is there a God besides me? There is no Rock; I know not any. P: This is the Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. Romans 8:18-27 The faithful have the Spirit intercede for them For I consider that the sufferings of this present time are not worth comparing with the glory that is to be revealed to us. For the creation waits with eager longing for the revealing of the sons of God. For the creation was subjected to futility, not willingly, but because of him who subjected it, in hope that the creation itself will be set free from its bondage to corruption and obtain the freedom of the glory of the children of God. For we know that the whole creation has been groaning together in the pains of childbirth until now. And not only the creation, but we ourselves, who have the firstfruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly as we wait eagerly for adoption as sons, the redemption of our bodies. For in this hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what he sees? But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience. Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness. For we do not know what to pray for as we ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for us with groanings too deep for words. And he who searches hearts knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. P: This is the Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. The Alleluia & Verse can be found on page 190. P: The Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew, the thirteenth chapter. C: Glory be to Thee, O Lord. (to be sung) Matthew 13:24-30, The faithful enter heaven He put another parable before them, saying, The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a man who sowed good seed in his field, but while his men were sleeping, his enemy came and sowed weeds among the wheat and went away. So when the plants came up and bore grain, then the weeds appeared also. And the servants of the master of the house came and said to him, Master, did you not sow good seed in your field? How then does it have weeds? He said to them, An enemy has done this. So the servants said to him, Then do you want us to go and gather them? But he said, No, lest in gathering the weeds you root up the wheat along with them. Let both grow together until the harvest, and at harvest time I will tell the reapers, Gather the weeds first and bind them in bundles to be burned, but gather the wheat into my barn. Then he left the crowds and went into the house. And his disciples came to him, saying, Explain to us the parable of the weeds of the field. He answered, The one who sows the good seed is the Son of Man. The field is the world, and the good seed is the sons of the kingdom. The weeds are the sons of the evil one, and the enemy who sowed them is the devil. The harvest is the end of the age, and the reapers are angels. Just as the weeds are gathered and burned with fire, so will it be at the end of the age. The Son of Man will send his angels, and they will gather out of his kingdom all causes of sin and all law-breakers, and throw them into the fiery furnace. In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth. Then the righteous will shine like the sun in the kingdom of their Father. He who has ears, let him hear. P: This is the Gospel of the Lord. C: Praise be to Thee, O Christ. (to be sung) 6

7 973 Thy Word Is a Lamp Refrain: Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet And a light unto my path. 1 When I feel afraid, think I ve lost my way, Still You re there right beside me. And nothing will I fear as long as You are near. Please be near me to the end. Refrain 2 I will not forget Your love for me, and yet My heart forever is wandering. Jesus, be my guide and hold me to Your side; And I will love You to the end. Refrain 1984 Meadowgreen Music Company; admin. EMI. Used by permission: LSB Hymn License.NET. No