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October 14, 2018 8:15am Service Large Print Bulletin Welcome to Elk River Lutheran Church! We are a forward-thinking congregation, striving to create community that brings joy and hope.

We are a child friendly congregation and welcome kids with their wiggles and noises in worship. We are also aware that as a parent, time away from wiggles and noises can be a blessing too.

1 October 14, :15am Service Large Print Bulletin Welcome to Elk River Lutheran Church! We are a forward-thinking congregation, striving to create community that brings joy and hope. Worshipping together since December 2009, we believe that all people are welcome in the Lord s house, to hear the Word, share the Sacraments, and become strengthened for the life of faith. We are a child friendly congregation and welcome kids with their wiggles and noises in worship. We are also aware that as a parent, time away from wiggles and noises can be a blessing too. You will find our staffed nursery (For children 5 and under) in the far corner of the fellowship hall. We encourage everyone to take a moment to sign the worship registration slip and place it in the offering plate. We hope and pray you have a wonderful worship experience here today and invite you to join us again.

2 The Gathering of God s People WELCOME GATHERING HYMN: (#873) Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart v1, 2 & 3 1 Rejoice, ye pure in heart! Rejoice, give thanks, and sing; your festal banner wave on high, the cross of Christ your king. Refrain Rejoice! Rejoice! Rejoice, give thanks, and sing! send forth the sturdy hymns of old, the psalms of ancient days. Refrain 3 With all the angel choirs, with all the saints on earth pour out the strains of joy and bliss, true rapture, noblest mirth. Refrain 2 With voice as full and strong as ocean's surging praise, CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS Holy God, sometimes we close ourselves off and keep our joys and hardships to ourselves May we regularly share our highs and lows

3 Sometimes we neglect your holy Word and let our Bibles collect dust May we regularly read the Bible Sometimes we give no thought to what the Bible might have to say to our everyday lives May we regularly talk about how the Bible relates to our highs and lows Sometimes we skip praying or pray only for ourselves May we regularly pray for one another s highs and lows Sometimes we rush through life and don t pause to bless others or receive blessings from God and others. May we regularly bless one another Sometimes we try to do faith alone, turning our backs on our fellow brothers and sisters in Christ, and turning our backs on you God. 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. In the mercy of almighty God, Jesus Christ was given to die for us, and for his sake God forgives us all our sins. As a called and ordained minister of the church of Christ, and by his authority, I therefore declare to you the entire forgiveness of all your sins, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

4 GREETING The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you. Song of Praise Glory to God Glory to God in the highest, and peace to God s people on earth. Glory to God in the highest, and peace to God s people on earth. Leader: Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father, we worship you,we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory. Glory to God in the highest, and peace to God s people on earth. Glory to God in the highest, and peace to God s people on earth. Leader: Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer. Glory to God in the highest,

5 and peace to God s people on earth. Glory to God in the highest, and peace to God s people on earth. Leader: For you alone are the Holy One, You alone are the Lord, You alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, In the glory of God the Father. Glory to God in the highest, Amen, Amen. Prayer of the Day: Let us pray. Gracious God you call us to experience faith together. May we regularly share together, read together, talk together, pray for one another, and bless one another. In the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. FIRST READING: Philippians 4:4-9 4 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. 5 Let your gentleness be known to everyone. The Lord is near. 6 Do not worry about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7 And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 8 Finally, beloved, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is pleasing, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence and if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. 9 Keep on doing the

6 things that you have learned and received and heard and seen in me, and the God of peace will be with you. CHILDREN S MESSAGE GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Allelulia Alleluia. Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. Alleluia. Gospel Reading: Mark 13: As he came out of the temple, one of his disciples said to him, "Look, Teacher, what large stones and what large buildings!" 2 Then Jesus asked him, "Do you see these great buildings? Not one stone will be left here upon another; all will be thrown down." 3 When he was sitting on the Mount of Olives opposite the temple, Peter, James, John, and Andrew asked him privately, 4 Tell us, when will this be, and what will be the sign that all these things are about to be accomplished? 5 Then Jesus began to say to them, "Beware that no one leads you astray. 6 Many will come in my name and say, 'I am he!' and they will lead many astray. 7 When you hear of wars and rumors of wars, do not be alarmed; this must take place, but the end is still to come. 8 For nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom; there will be earthquakes in various places; there will be famines. This is but the beginning of the birth pangs. 9 As for yourselves, beware; for they will hand you over to councils; and you will be beaten in synagogues; and you will stand before governors and kings because of me, as a

7 testimony to them. 10 And the good news must first be proclaimed to all nations. 11 When they bring you to trial and hand you over, do not worry beforehand about what you are to say; but say whatever is given you at that time, for it is not you who speak, but the Holy Spirit. P: THE GOSPEL OF THE LORD ALL: PRAISE TO YOU, O CHRIST SERMON HYMN OF THE DAY: JEREMY HALLQUIST The B-I-B-L-E/Jesus Loves Me 1 "I will come to you in the silence, I will lift you from all your fear. You will hear my voice, I claim you as my choice. Be still and know I am here." 2 "I am hope for all who are hopeless, I am eyes for all who long to see. In the shadows of the night, I will be your light. Come and rest in me." Refrain "Do not be afraid, I am with you. I have called you each by name. Come and follow me, I will bring you home; I love you and you are mine." 3 "I am strength for all the despairing, healing for the ones who dwell in shame. All the blind will see, the lame will all run free, and all will know my name." Refrain 4 "I am the Word that leads all to freedom, I am the peace the world

8 cannot give. I will call your name, embracing all your pain. Stand up, now walk and live!" Refrain APOSTLES CREED: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come 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. BIDDING PRAYER Each prayer petition ends with a time for silent prayer and reflection, and then the following call and response: Lord, in your mercy, Hear our prayer. SHARING THE PEACE OFFERTORY

9 Step Into the Water Written by L. Kirk Talley Featuring River s Edge Quartet OFFERTORY PRAYER: Let us pray, 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. Amen. GREAT THANKSGIVING 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 Holy, holy, holy Lord, Lord God of power and might, heav n 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, hosanna in the highest.

10 WORDS OF INSTITUTION: P: 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, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me. THE LORD S PRAYER: 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 COMMUNION INVITATION LAMB OF GOD (P.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 DISTRIBUTION

11 COMMUNION HYMN Build Us Up, Lord (ELW 670) 1 Build us up, Lord, build us up; set in us a strong foundation. Lead us to do your holy will; form and shape your new creation. Build us up, Lord, build us up; as we guide and teach each other, help us to share your love with the world: ev'ry sister, ev'ry brother. Refrain Growing in Christ, we plant seeds for the kingdom; we follow in faith what's begun! Lord, set in our hearts the pow'r of your word to spread the news of your Son! 2 Build us up, Lord, build us up; let our lives reflect your glory. Cast away all our doubts and fears; help us tell the world your story. Build us up, Lord, build us up; help us bear good fruit for you, Lord, give us vision and keep us sure. Grant us faith that's steadfast and true. Refrain COMMUNION HYMN As We Gather at Your Table (ELW 522) 1 As we gather at your table, as we listen to your word, help us know, O God, your presence; let our hearts and minds be stirred. Nourish us with sacred story till we claim it as our own; teach us through this holy banquet how to make Love's vict'ry known.

12 2 Turn our worship into witness in the sacrament of life; send us forth to love and serve you, bringing peace where there is strife. Give us, Christ, your great compassion to forgive as you forgave; may we still behold your image in the world you died to save. 3 Gracious Spirit, help us summon other guests to share that feast where triumphant Love will welcome those who had been last and least. There no more will envy blind us nor will pride our peace destroy, as we join with saints and angels to repeat the sounding joy. Communion Blessing The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in God's grace. Amen. Communion Prayer Let us pray. We give you thanks, almighty God, that you have refreshed us through the healing power of this gift of life. In your mercy, strengthen us through this gift, in faith toward you and in fervent love toward one another; for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS

13 BLESSING OF CONGREGATION 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. SENDING HYMN Leader: As for me LiFT: As for me Leader: and my household, LiFT: and my household, Leader: As for me LiFT: As for me Leader: and my household, LiFT: and my household, L: We LiFT: We L: will serve LiFT: will serve L: the Lord. LiFT: the Lord. L: We LiFT: We L: will serve LiFT: will serve L: the Lord. LiFT: the Lord. As For Me Leader: As for me Congregation: As for me Leader: and my household, C: and my household, Leader: As for me Congregation: As for me Leader: and my household, C: and my household, L: We C: We L: will serve C: will serve L: the Lord. C: the Lord. L: We C: We L: will serve C: will serve L: the Lord. C: the Lord.

14 L: We C: We L: will serve C: will serve L: the Lord. C: the Lord. L: We C: We L: will serve C: will serve L: the Lord. C: the Lord. All: As for me and my household, We will serve the Lord. Sending Dialog P: Go in peace. Share the Good News! All: We will! Thanks be to God!

15 ANNOUNCEMENTS SUNDAY 10/14: Grandparents Day at LiFT! (9:20 AM) Grandparents bring grandkids; Kids bring Grandparents Lower Level Community Room; Climate Justice Action Planning Meeting 2 nd Floor Conference Room MONDAY 10/15: Sign Making Party for Wednesday Vigil at 5 pm at Union UCC TUESDAY 10/16 Quilting at 9:30 am; Council meeting at 6:30 pm WEDNESDAY 10/17: Vigil at Sherburne County Jail 5 PM; Choir Rehearsal at 6:30 PM; No Confirmation or High School Youth Group THURSDAY 10/18: 10 am Genealogy Group (all are welcome); Worship Band Rehearsal at 6:30 pm SATURDAY 10/20: Men s Bible Study at 9 AM; Native American Sacred Sites Tour at 10 am (Preregistration required) SUNDAY 10/21: No LiFT! (MEA Weekend) FRIDAY 10/26: Trunk Or Treat at Elk River BOOtheran! 6 8 PM Elk River Lutheran Church 729 Main Street Elk River, MN Office Hours Sermons and Bulletins posted online at Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/elkriverlutheran M-Th 9am 4pm, F Closed

16 Health concerns: In Sorrow: Carol Sindelir Hazel Norris, who is recovering from brain surgery. Gary Ristau Brad Hansen Kris West Elayna Ditschler Duane Jerde Steve Lindberg, pancreatic cancer Larry Erickson, cousin of Nancy Naig awaiting surgery and chemo Mike Elliason Shirley Hary Bart Hayft, cousin of Jeremy Dahlheimer Carol Vikstrom, Hip Surgery 10/11 Family of Jestina Zakama LeRoy Wegscheid Sandy Charles, mother of Paula Rotz Mother of Kerry Livingston recovering from back surgery Family of Ric & Karla Lange in the death of Ric s mother (104 yrs old) For Support: All Military Personnel and their families Praise the Lord (joys and answered prayers): Dawn Kultala Shirley Hary Family of Jestina Zakama Julie Kellett s surgery went well and no chemotherapy required! (Joe & Kerry Livingston s sister-in-law)

October 28, :15am Service Large Print Bulletin

October 28, :15am Service Large Print Bulletin October 28, 2018 8:15am Service Large Print Bulletin Welcome to Elk River Lutheran Church! We are a forward-thinking congregation, striving to create community that brings joy and hope. Worshipping together