Emanuel Lutheran Church, Napoleon, Ohio bright.net Fifth Sunday after Epiphany February 8, 2015

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1 Emanuel Lutheran Church, Napoleon, Ohio bright.net Pastor James L. Castello yahoo.com cell phone Fifth Sunday after Epiphany February 8, 2015 Empowered by the Holy Spirit, Emanuel s mission is to witness to the good news of salvation through Christ to individuals, the community and the world through discipleship and service. LBW Lutheran Book of Worship WOV With One Voice * Please stand if you are able * HYMN WOV # 737 There Is a Balm in Gilead * 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 for the 10:30 service) 8:00 a.m. Service PRELUDE ANNOUNCEMENTS Gideon Speaker Meditation on O Store Gud * CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS P Blessed be the holy Trinity, one God, who spoke light into creation, who calls us to listen and follow, who sends us to shine like stars. P Let us come before God, confessing our sin. Holy and merciful God, C we confess that we have sinned against our sisters and brothers and against you. We cherish the values of this world. We cause others to stumble. The earth is wounded by our excess. Have mercy, O God. Forgive us, renew us, and raise us up on eagles' wings, that we may do your will with courage and delight. Amen. P Hear the voice from heaven: "You are my own, my beloved." God gives power to the weary and strengthens the powerless. Be cleansed, be healed, for in the name of Jesus Christ, I declare to you the forgiveness of your sins and the revealing of God's reign. 1 2

2 * HYMN OF PRAISE * THE SALUTATION * PRAYER OF THE DAY P Let us pray. Almighty God, you sent your only Son as the Word of life for our eyes to see and our ears to hear. Help us to believe with joy what the Scriptures proclaim, through Jesus Christ our Lord. FIRST READING: Isaiah 40: Have you not known? Have you not heard? Has it not been told you from the beginning? Have you not understood from the foundations of the earth? 22It is he who sits above the circle of the earth, and its inhabitants are like grasshoppers; who stretches out the heavens like a curtain, and spreads them like a tent to live in; 23who brings princes to naught, and makes the rulers of the earth as nothing. 24Scarcely are they planted, scarcely sown, scarcely has their stem taken root in the earth, when he blows upon them, and they wither, and the tempest carries them off like stubble. 25To whom then will you compare me, or who is my equal? says the Holy One. 26Lift up your eyes on high and see: Who created these? He who brings out their host and numbers them, calling them all by name; because he is great in strength, mighty in power, not one is missing. 27Why do you say, O Jacob, and speak, O Israel, "My way is hidden from the LORD, and my right is disregarded by my God"? 28Have you not known? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, 3 4

3 the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable. He gives power to the faint, and strengthens the powerless. Even youths will faint and be weary, and the young will fall exhausted; but those who wait for the LORD shall PSALM 147:1 12, 21c Hallelujah! How good it is to sing praises to our God!* How pleasant it is to honor him with praise! 2 The LORD re- builds Jerusalem;* he gathers the ex- iles of Israel. 3 He heals the brokenhearted* and binds up their wounds. 4 He counts the number of the stars* and calls them all by their names. 5 Great is our LORD and might- y in power;* there is no limit to his wisdom. 6 The LORD lifts up the lowly,* but casts the wicked to the ground. 7 Sing to the LORD with thanksgiving;* make music to our God up- on the harp. 8 He covers the heav- ens with clouds* and prepares rain for the earth; 9 he makes grass to grow up- on the mountains* and green plants to serve mankind. 10 He provides food for flocks and herds* and for the young ravens when they cry. 11 He is not impressed by the might of a horse;* he has no pleasure in the strength of a man; 12 but the LORD has pleasure in those who fear him,* 21c in those who await his gracious favor. Hallelujah! renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint. A C The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. SECOND READING: 1 Corinthians 9: If I proclaim the gospel, this gives me no ground for boasting, for an obligation is laid on me, and woe to me if I do not 17 proclaim the gospel! For if I do this ofmy own will, I have a reward; but if not of my own will, I am entrusted with a 18 commission. What then is my reward? Just this: that in my proclamation I may make the gospel free of charge, so as not to make full use of my rights in the gospel. 19For though I am free with respect to all, I have made myself a slave to all, so 20 that I might win more of them. To the Jews I became as a Jew, in order to win Jews. To those under the law I became as * GOSPEL ACCLAMATION * GOSPEL: Mark 1:29 39 one under the law (though I myself am not under the law) so that I might win those 21 under the law. To those outside the law I became as one outside the law (though I am not free from God's law but am under Christ's law) so that I might win those 22 outside the law. To the weak I became weak, so that I might win the weak. I have become all things to all people, that I 23 might by all means save some. I do it all for the sake of the gospel, so that I may share in its blessings. A The Word of the Lord. C Thanks be to God. 5 6

4 29As soon as they left the synagogue, they entered the house of Simon and Andrew, 30 with James and John. Now Simon's mother-in-law was in bed with a fever, and 31 they told him about her at once. He came and took her by the hand and lifted her up. Then the fever left her, and she began to serve them. 32That evening, at sundown, they brought to him all who were sick or 33 possessed with demons. And the whole 34 city was gathered around the door. And he cured many who were sick with various diseases, and cast out many demons; and he would not permit the demons to speak, because they knew him. 35In the morning, while it was still very dark, he got up and went out to a deserted 36 place, and there he prayed. And Simon and 37 his companions hunted for him. When they found him, they said to him, "Everyone 38 is searching for you." He answered, "Let us go on to the neighboring towns, so that I may proclaim the message there also; for 39 that is what I came out to do." And he went throughout Galilee, proclaiming the message in their synagogues and casting out demons. TITHES AND OFFERINGS As the Deer -Emanubells OFFERTORY (please remain seated) CHILDREN S SERMON HYMN WOV # 771 SERMON Great Is Thy Faithfulness * HYMN LBW # 370 Blest Be the Tie That Binds * APOSTLES' CREED 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 7 THE PRAYERS (please remain seated) A Called to know, love, and follow you, O God, we pray for the church, the world, and all in need. Brief silence. A Everlasting God, deepen your church's commitment to proclaiming the gospel, that many will hear, respond, and share in its blessings. Lord, in your mercy, A Creator of earth's foundations, restore lands, forests, and oceans recovering from natural disasters. Protect and preserve all animals and humans who live in these places. Lord, in your mercy, A Everlasting God, rule over the nations and guide their paths toward the fulfillment of your purpose, nurturing the common good, protecting the weak, providing justice, and caring for the needy. Lord, in your mercy, 8

5 A Searching God, expand the welcome and witness of this congregation's outreach ministries. We pray for all those served by these ministries, and for all visiting with us today. Lord, in your mercy, A Unsearchable God, you are always more than we can understand or imagine. Guide us to follow in faith where the saints have led until we join them at your throne. Lord, in your mercy, Other petitions. P Strength of the powerless, lift up the weary and wounded, give endurance to those whose struggle is unrelenting, heal the sick, and relieve the pain of those who suffer (especially). Lord, in your mercy, P Trusting your love and healing, O God, we commend to you all for whom we pray, knowing you will hear and answer, through Christ our Lord. C Amen * LORD S PRAYER 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 * BENEDICTION * HYMN Lo, How a Rose E er Blooming -Emanubells POSTLUDE To God Be the Glory PRELUDE Ringing of the Bell Alleluia -Choir ANNOUNCEMENTS Gideon Speaker Meditation on O Store Gud 10:30 a.m. Service * CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS P Blessed be the holy Trinity, one God, who spoke light into creation, who calls us to listen and follow, who sends us to shine like stars. P Let us come before God, confessing our sin. Holy and merciful God, C we confess that we have sinned against our sisters and brothers and against you. We cherish the values of this world. We cause others to stumble. The earth is wounded by our excess. Have mercy, O God. Forgive us, renew us, and raise us up on eagles' wings, that we may do your will with courage and delight. Amen. P Hear the voice from heaven: "You are my own, my beloved." God gives power to the weary and strengthens the powerless. Be cleansed, be healed, for in the name of Jesus Christ, I declare to you the forgiveness of your sins and the revealing of God's reign. * HYMN WOV # 737 There Is a Balm in Gilead * 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. 9 10

6 * KYRIE * HYMN OF PRAISE (continued) 11 12

7 * THE SALUTATION and spreads them like a tent to live in; 23who brings princes to naught, and makes the rulers of the earth as nothing. 24Scarcely are they planted, scarcely sown, scarcely has their stem taken root in the earth, when he blows upon them, and they wither, and the tempest carries them off like stubble. 25To whom then will you compare me, 26 or who is my equal? says the Holy One. Lift up your eyes on high and see: Who created these? He who brings out their host and numbers them, calling them all by name; because he is great in strength, mighty in power, not one is missing. 27 Why do you say, O Jacob, and speak, O Israel, "My way is hidden from the LORD, and my right is disregarded by my God"? 28Have you not known? Have you not heard? The LORD is the everlasting God, the Creator of the ends of the earth. He does not faint or grow weary; his understanding is unsearchable. 29He gives power to the faint, and strengthens the powerless. 30Even youths will faint and be weary, and the young will fall exhausted; 31but those who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint. A C The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. * PRAYER OF THE DAY P Let us pray. Almighty God, you sent your only Son as the Word of life for our eyes to see and our ears to hear. Help us to believe with joy what the Scriptures proclaim, through Jesus Christ our Lord. FIRST READING: Isaiah 40: Have you not known? Have you not heard? Has it not been told you from the beginning? Have you not understood from the foundations of the earth? 13 22It is he who sits above the circle of the earth, and its inhabitants are like grasshoppers; who stretches out the heavens like a curtain, PSALM 147:1 12, 21c Hallelujah! How good it is to sing praises to our God!* How pleasant it is to honor him with praise! 2 The LORD re- builds Jerusalem;* he gathers the ex- iles of Israel. 3 He heals the brokenhearted* and binds up their wounds. 4 He counts the number of the stars* and calls them all by their names. 5 Great is our LORD and might- y in power;* there is no limit to his wisdom. 14

8 6 The LORD lifts up the lowly,* but casts the wicked to the ground. 7 Sing to the LORD with thanksgiving;* make music to our God up- on the harp. 8 He covers the heav- ens with clouds* and prepares rain for the earth; 9 he makes grass to grow up- on the mountains* and green plants to serve mankind. 10 He provides food for flocks and herds* and for the young ravens when they cry. 11 He is not impressed by the might of a horse;* he has no pleasure in the strength of a man; 12 but the LORD has pleasure in those who fear him,* 21c in those who await his gracious favor. Hallelujah! SECOND READING: 1 Corinthians 9: If I proclaim the gospel, this gives me no the law (though I myself am not under the ground for boasting, for an obligation is laid law) so that I might win those under the law. 21 on me, and woe to me if I do not proclaim To those outside the law I became as one 17 the gospel! For if I do this of my own will, outside the law (though I am not free from I have a reward; but if not of my own will, I God's law but am under Christ's law) so that 18 am entrusted with a commission. What then is my reward? Just this: that in my proclamation I may make the gospel free of charge, so as not to make full use of my rights in the gospel. 19For though I am free with respect to all, I have made myself a slave to all, so that 20 I might win more of them. To the Jews I became as a Jew, in order to win Jews. To those under the law I became as one under 22 I might win those outside the law. To the weak I became weak, so that I might win the weak. I have become all things to all people, 23 that I might by all means save some. I do it all for the sake of the gospel, so that I may share in its blessings. A The Word of the Lord. C Thanks be to God. * GOSPEL ACCLAMATION * GOSPEL: Mark 1: As soon as they left the synagogue, they entered the house of Simon and Andrew, 30 with James and John. Now Simon's mother-in-law was in bed with a fever, and 31 they told him about her at once. He came and took her by the hand and lifted her up. Then the fever left her, and she began to serve them. 32That evening, at sundown, they brought to him all who were sick or 33 possessed with demons. And the whole 34 city was gathered around the door. And he cured many who were sick with various diseases, and cast out many demons; and he would not permit the demons to speak, because they knew him. 35In the morning, while it was still very dark, he got up and went out to a deserted 36 place, and there he prayed. And Simon and 37 his companions hunted for him. When they found him, they said to him, "Everyone 38 is searching for you." He answered, "Let us go on to the neighboring towns, so that I may proclaim the message there also; for 39 that is what I came out to do." And he went throughout Galilee, proclaiming the message in their synagogues and casting out demons. CHILDREN S SERMON HYMN WOV # 771 Great Is Thy Faithfulness 15 16

9 SERMON * HYMN LBW # 370 Blest Be the Tie That Binds * NICENE CREED C 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; 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 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 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 THE PRAYERS (please be seated) A Called to know, love, and follow you, O God, we pray for the church, the world, and all in need. Brief silence. A Everlasting God, deepen your church's commitment to proclaiming the gospel, that many will hear, respond, and share in its blessings. Lord, in your mercy, A Creator of earth's foundations, restore lands, forests, and oceans recovering from natural disasters. Protect and preserve all animals and humans who live in these places. Lord, in your mercy, A Everlasting God, rule over the nations and guide their paths toward the fulfillment of your purpose, nurturing the common good, protecting the weak, providing justice, and caring for the needy. Lord, in your mercy, A Searching God, expand the welcome and witness of this congregation's outreach ministries. We pray for all those served by these ministries, and for all visiting with us today. Lord, in your mercy, 17 A Unsearchable God, you are always more than we can understand or imagine. Guide us to follow in faith where the saints have led until we join them at your throne. Lord, in your mercy, Other petitions. P Strength of the powerless, lift up the weary and wounded, give endurance to those whose struggle is unrelenting, heal the sick, and relieve the pain of those who suffer (especially). Lord, in your mercy, P Trusting your love and healing, O God, we commend to you all for whom we pray, knowing you will hear and answer, through Christ our Lord. C Amen *PEACE P The peace of the Lord be with you always. C And also with you. TITHES AND OFFERINGS * OFFERTORY Healing Is in Your Hands -Choir 18

10 *OFFERING PRAYER A Merciful God, as grains of wheat scattered upon the hills were gathered together to become one bread, so let your church be gathered together from the ends of the earth into your kingdom, for yours is the glory through Jesus Christ, now and forever. *GREAT THANKSGIVING *EUCHARISTIC PRAYER *LORD S PRAYER 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 Your God Will Come -Choir * BLESSING P The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. C Amen * POST- COMMUNION CANTICLE P It is indeed right and salutary... * POST-COMMUNION PRAYER A Everlasting God, we bless you that you have brought us to the mountaintop and fed us with the life and light of your Son. Send us in his name from this place to bring light into dark corners, healing where lives are torn, and nourishment to every hungry heart, in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. C Amen 19 20

11 * BENEDICTION * HYMN LBW # 548 Oh, Worship the King * DISMISSAL A Go in peace. Share the good news. C Thanks be to God. POSTLUDE To God be the Glory From Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2014 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License # 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. Gluten-Free Wafers We are offering gluten free communion wafers for those who are on gluten free diets. Please let the Pastor know BEFORE THE SERVICE if you wish to receive these. Others will continue to receive the regular wafers. Lo, How a Rose This hymn played today by Emanubells was originally written in German and titled Es ist ein Ros ensprungen. It was first published in the 1580s with 19 stanzas, and then in 1599 with 23 stanzas. A beautiful and peaceful hymn with a touch of melancholy in the tune, Lo How a Rose was sung in the movie Love Story, and even Sting has a simple rendition of it. As the Deer This praise and worship song by Martin J. Nystrom was written in The song is based on Psalm 42:1 As the deer panteth for the water So my soul longeth after Thee You alone are my heart s desire And I long to worship Thee. Altar flowers Flowers are given to the glory of God by Karl & Oneta Wiechers in honor of their 65 th wedding anniversary. Bell Choir Back in the early 1960's when the bell choir was founded by Ron Schink, there wasn t the array of music available for bells like there is today. Ron had to ask for permission to arrange songs for the bell choir to play. In the month of February, the bell choirs would like to honor Ron and remember him by playing a few of the songs that he arranged. Emanubells will be playing Lo, How a Rose E er Blooming and the adult choir will play Coronation and Bells of St. Mary, two long-time favorites. We would also like to thank Hugh for the 20 years of directing the bell choirs after Ron passed away. We feel this music ministry is very important to our congregation, and we hope the congregation enjoys listening to us as much as we enjoy providing this ministry. Caring Corner The Caring Corner this month will accept donations for the food pantry at St. John s Episcopal Church. Think in terms of complete meals: spaghetti and sauce; noodles and canned chicken/tuna and broth/cream soup; canned meats and stews; canned fruits; peanut butter; cereals. Please also check expiration dates! Breakfast The Napoleon Fire & Rescue Association invites you to a Breakfast TODAY, 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. They will be serving pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage links and patties, toast, and beverages. Free will donation. Ash Wednesday...next week! Mark your calendars now and plan to attend our Ash Wednesday service on Wednesday, February 18, at 7 p.m. We will have the imposition of ashes and Holy Communion at this service. Volunteers needed! Readers! Sound board operators! Please sign up on the bulletin board in the narthex, talk to Shelly Storch, Peggy Snyder, or call the church office if you are interested in helping in these areas

12 Concert One Spirit Gospel Quartet will be performing a concert TODAY at 7:00 p.m. at The Better Half Studio (located in the old Small s Cheese Building on East Washington Street). Marv and Matt Mt.Castle are both members of this quartet. This event is being held as a fundraiser for the Napoleon Civic Center Foundation. Tickets are $8.00. Call or text for tickets or see Marv or Julie Mt.Castle. Final Lost and Found Tour The Last and Found 2015 Farewell Tour is coming to the Ottawa-Glandorf High School on Sunday, March 1, Tickets are $5 per person. If you would like to go, please talk to Laura Ellis-Kruse by TODAY ( or ellis.kruse@yahoo.com). Seating is limited! Tickets will be ordered and then carpool details will be determined. Check out their website at to give you a small taste of the band along with concert information. This Week Monday 9:30 a.m. Ruth Circle 7:30 p.m. Naomi Circle Wednesday 3:15 p.m. After School Club th 3:30 p.m. 6 grade catechism th 4:30 p.m. 6 grade bells 5:00 p.m. Soul Food 6:00 p.m. Choir th 6:30 p.m. 7 grade catechism 7:00 p.m. Living Spirit 7:30 p.m. 7th/8th grade bells 8:00 p.m. Emanubells th 8:00 p.m. 8 grade catechism Thursday 9:00 a.m. Bible Study Re-cycle bulletins Early service worshipers: if you plan to just throw away your bulletin when you get home, please leave it here for others to use. Thank you! If you like to refer to it during the week, however, please continue to do so! Serving Today Pastor James L. Castello Worship & Music Coordinator & Organist - Angela Tonjes Readers - 8:00 Kelli Burkhardt 10:30 Ron Meyers Sound Board - 8:00 Maxine Eickhoff 10:30 Acolytes - 8:00 Carl Yaney & Jessica Yunker 10:30 Bryant Dachenhaus & Thea Perdew Ushers - 8:00 Len Sonnenberg, Kevin Gerken, Tiffany Biederstedt, Ed Biederstedt 10:30 Mark Tonjes, Paul Mowery, Terry Walther, Norm Bostelman Altar Guild - Karri Ashbaugh & Julie Mt.Castle Prayer Chain Co-ordinator - Carol Castello ( ) or cjcast@yahoo.com Thursday morning Bible Study You are invited to join our group of people who meet every Thursday morning at 9 a.m. for a very interesting and thought-provoking Bible study! (You never know where our discussions will go!) You are guaranteed to learn something new or to see something you always knew in a new light! 23 24