Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever August 2, 2015 8:00 AM & 11:00 AM Services Prelude Welcome Presider: Jesus said to them, I tell you the truth, it is not Moses who has given you the bread from heaven, but it is my Father who gives you the true bread from heaven. Then Jesus declared, I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry and he who believes in me will never be thirsty. (John 6) On this tenth Sunday after Pentecost, may the Lord be with you. And also with you. Brief Order for Confession and Forgiveness (Congregation stands) Leader: Leader: Most merciful God, We confess that we are in bondage 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. In the mercy of almighty God, Jesus Christ was given to die for you and for His sake God forgives you all your sins. To those who believe in Jesus Christ He gives the power to become the children of God and bestows on them the Holy Spirit. Amen. 1
Entrance Hymn Shout to the Lord 821 Apostolic Greeting Presider: 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. Kyrie Leader 2
People Prayer of the Day (Congregation may be seated) International Bag of Mystery [This is a summertime tradition at Shepherd of Life. Each week a member of the church brings an item from home for a member of the staff to use as the inspiration for an improvised message.] THE MINISTRY OF THE WORD [The Lutheran Church believes that the canonical Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are the written inspired Word of God. Shepherd of Life follows the lectionary, and the lessons may be found on the back of this worship bulletin.] First Lesson Exodus 16:2-4, 9-15 Reader: The Word of the Lord Thanks be to God! 3
Psalm of Praise Let us be bread, blessed by the Lord, broken and shared, Life for the world. Let us be wine, love freely poured. Let us be one in the Lord. Second Lesson Ephesians 4:1-16 Back Cover Reader: The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God! Special Music (Congregation stands and sings) Alleluia. Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. Alleluia, Alleluia. Gospel Reading John 6:24-35 Back Cover Before Reading: Glory to you, O Lord. After Reading: Praise to you, O Christ. (Congregation may be seated) Message I AM THE BREAD OF LIFE Pastor John Foster Hymn of the Day The Harvest of Justice Bulletin Page 14 Opportunities for Growth and Service Introduction and Prayers for New Member (11:00) Dorothy McLeod Joys and Concerns (If you have a prayer concern or prayer of thanksgiving you would like included in the bulletin, please call the church office.) 4
Prayers of the Church Where true charity and love abide, God is dwelling there; God is dwelling there. Apostle s Creed (Congregation stands) 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. Sharing of the Peace Presider: The peace of the Lord be with you always. And also with you. (As a sign of God s peace, please take a moment to greet those around you.) THE GATHERING OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS [By our tithes and offerings we say Thank You to God for all of our blessings. Your offerings support Shepherd of Life s ministry here, in our community, and around the world through the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Thank you for prayerfully considering your sacrificial response.] Offering Prayer Presider: Merciful Father We offer with joy and thanksgiving what you have first given us - ourselves, our time and our possessions, signs of your gracious love. Receive them for the sake of him who offered himself for us, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 5
THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD [The Lutheran church believes that Jesus is truly present in the bread and wine, and that through the reception of this sacrament, we receive the forgiveness of sins. You do not have to be a member in order to receive the Lord s Supper at Shepherd of Life. All are welcome! If you prefer to receive grape juice, simply point to the second communion assistant who will also be holding grapes for our children.] Leader People People 6
Consecration of the Elements The Lord s Prayer (Congregation joins hands) (Congregation may be seated after prayer) Communion Hymns: "As the Grains of Wheat" 465 "In the Singing" 466 "Eat This Bread" 472 Benediction Amen. Closing Hymn I Love to Tell the Story 661 Dismissal Leader: Go in Peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God! Postlude 7
Worship Participants Acolytes 8:00 9:30 11:00 Zachary Smith Katherine Jorgensen Minister Assistants Tyna Oslie Deniece Roder Pam Gober Kristen Cobler Jonathan Lys Altar Guild Mark and Jean Lien Julia Higgins Linda Teresso Greeters Scott Fields Bryce and Deniece Roder Debi Donaho Prayer of the Day Mark Lien Ruth Foster Dana Blevins Readers Erin Rosenbaum Kelsey Flower Nora Meyer Ushers Claude Leis Jim Rogerson Kebbeh Kuiah Pat Walter Jeff Walter 8
Happy Birthday 8/02 Cheyenne Peruchi 8/03 Barbara Walther Norm Philips Elli Wolff Evangeline Wolff 8/04 Cathy Racette 8/05 Fred Woehr Sean Letts 8/06 Adrianne Lie 8/07 Don Lyons Kara Kohutek Altar Flowers are given to the Glory of 8/3 Eric & Christy Moore 8/4 Kris & Caroline Wood 8/6 David & Donna Gaarder Randy & Stephanie Engberg 8/7 Brian & Karen Becker 8/8 Bruce & Judy Siefken 9
We are looking for Big Wednesday Chefs Dinner starts at 5:30 PM Sign up sheets are in the narthex August is Malaria Month The people of NT-NL have now raised $152,046.33 out of our commitment of $160,000 toward the ELCA s goal of $15M churchwide, we have raised $14.5 million! In support of this effort, our Give One for Mission dollars for July, August, & September will go toward supporting this effort. For more information please visit www.ntnl.org/malariaday2015. 10
Rawr! It s a boy! Join us Sunday, August 30th following each service as we shower Jonathan and Lauren in anticipation of the birth of their little dinosaur. Registered at : E-News and Prayer Chain Due to some unexplained issues, several people were unsubscribed from our e-news and prayer chain without their knowledge. A sign up sheet has been placed in the narthex for those who have found they are no longer receiving our updates or those who are interested in receiving them in the future. If you are a past subscriber, you will receive an email requesting your permission to add you back in. Please call or email Andrea Wolz if you have any questions. Phone 817-658-8555 wolz.andrea@gmail.com 11
Bishop Comes Out As Gay After 'A Lifetime Of Denying' The Truth by Antonia Blumberg A bishop in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America came out as gay during the denomination's recent youth conference in Detroit. Bishop Kevin Kanouse, of the ELCA, released a letter to church leaders explaining his announcement, saying he hoped his revelation would inspire hope in young people who may be struggling with their sexuality or with "other issues of self-esteem, rejection, and self-loathing." Kanouse said in his letter he had been living in denial for decades and had recently come out to his wife, to whom he plans to remain married. "I learned early on that I had to hide my true nature," Kanouse wrote, "especially because I wanted to be a pastor and serve in the church." Kanouse voted against the ELCA's decision to welcome gay clergy in 2009, but said in his letter that he did so at the time "feeling incredibly torn" and "afraid." "I was afraid I would have to defend my decision to vote 'yes' in congregations that would be strongly opposed to gay and lesbian persons. It was safer to hide behind a 'no' vote. I was a coward," Kanouse wrote. Following the Supreme Court's June 26 decision to make same-sex marriage legal in all 50 states, both Kanouse and Eaton released neutral statements to their communities. The ELCA doesn't endorse or forbid same-sex marriage, Eaton noted, and she said the Supreme Court's ruling would not affect this. Eaton wrote: Pastors are to engage in conversation, discernment and partnership with the congregations who have called them prior to solemnizing or presiding over a same-gender marriage. On the other hand, no pastor is obligated to solemnize the marriage of any couple, same-gender or different-gender, whom the pastor cannot in good conscience marry. For his part, Kanouse said he and his wife decided to stay together, but he added that he now respects those who choose to live in same-sex bonds. "I understand that this announcement has significant implications for our churches and my relationship with you," he wrote. "I hope it will promote more open and honest conversation about who we are and whose we are, especially between parents and children. I stand ready to have conversations with you about my journey and yours." 12
NEW MEMBER Dorothy McLeod After many years of searching, I have found my church family at Shepherd of Life Lutheran Church. I tried large mega churches and very small Unitarian churches and even tried Cowboy Church and never felt a connection. I loved Shepherd of Life the first Sunday service I attended. A friend from many years ago, Kay Graham, welcomed me and introduced me to Pastor John (Thank you, Kay). I decided to try the Wednesday night services and no I am a regular and have made many new friends and learned so many wonderful things studying the Bible. I am single and work at Bank of America and now I can say I am a member of Shepherd of Life Lutheran Church. Thank you, God! 13
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Shepherd of Life s Youth and Family Page Check here for the latest information regarding all our Youth and Family activities Summer Sunday School Teachers August 2: Younger Jonathan Lys & Andrea Wolz Older-Andy & Christina Hausenfluke Augusyt 9: Younger Carol & Parker Bernhart Older-Kent & Karen Boyse We need you! We want to hear your voice! As we look toward a new start to Sunday School and our fall programming we are also looking for folks to join us in planning for Children s Ministry! On Sunday August 9th you are invited to join us after the 11:00 am service for lunch, discussion, and planning to make the Fall awesome for our children. Lunch is provided for you! All you have to do is sign up on the list in the Narthex. If you have questions please feel free to ask Jonathan or Lori Anderson. 15
Prayers of the Church Let us come before Him with Thanksgiving For our newest member, Dorothy McLeod. For I am the Lord who heals you Judy Pfretszchner s neighbor, Pete; Debra Mena and Gina Lahger, friends of Dorothy McLeod; Wilmer Werchan; Joseph Guevara, friend of Diana Osborn; Wayne, brother of one of the LSCC teachers; Kellie Kessler; Josiah & Sarah Mitchell, former LSCC parents; Gary Burton; Alexis Allen; Linda Martzall; Rob Wolff s cousin; Bill Doege s mother, Helen; Jeff Hecht; Amber Peruchi s friend Nathan s wife; Barbara Timmermans; Eric Moore s mom; Jody Smith; Lyn Young; Millie Philips; Beth Gomez father, Art; Sarah Wolff s Uncle, Randy; Amy Keller; Rhonda Banks daughter, Amber; Tina Rosenbaum s mother, Marilee Frankenberger; and Susan Voise s mother, Arlyne Ehli. Our God is full of compassion If you have a prayer request or would like to be part of the prayer chain, please contact Judy Pfretzschner at jajohn16@att.net. Extending our prayers Your prayer requests for family members and friends are often included in the prayers of our church. We think they would be blessed to know that. By providing a mailing address to Pastor John he will then send them a personal note to let them know that our church has prayed for them during worship. 16
Jesus Christ is the same yesterday, today and forever 9:30 AM Service Prelude Welcome Presider: Jesus said to them, I tell you the truth, it is not Moses who has given you the bread from heaven, but it is my Father who gives you the true bread from heaven. Then Jesus declared, I am the bread of life. He who comes to me will never go hungry and he who believes in me will never be thirsty. (John 6) On this tenth Sunday after Pentecost, may the Lord be with you. And also with you. International Bag of Mystery [This is a summertime tradition at Shepherd of Life. Each week a member of the church brings an item from home for a member of the staff to use as the inspiration for an improvised message.] Student Prayer (Congregation stands and sings) Opening Song Shout to the Lord 821 Prayer of the Day (Congregation may be seated) THE MINISTRY OF THE WORD [The Lutheran Church believes that the canonical Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments are the written and inspired Word of God. Shepherd of Life follows the lectionary, and the lessons may be found on the back of this worship bulletin.] Psalm of Praise Let us be bread, blessed by the Lord, broken and shared, Life for the world. Let us be wine, love freely poured. Let us be one in the Lord. 17
Gospel Reading John 6:24-35 Back Cover Special Music Reader: The Word of the Lord Thanks be to God! Message I AM THE BREAD OF LIFE Pastor John Foster Song of the Day The Harvest of Justice Bulletin Page 14 Opportunities for Growth and Service Joys and Concerns (If you have a prayer concern or prayer of thanksgiving you would like included in the bulletin, please call the church office.) Prayers of the Church Sharing of the Peace Pastor: Where true charity and love abide, God is dwelling there; God is dwelling there. The peace of the Lord be with you always. And also with you. (As a sign of God s peace, please take a moment to greet those around you.) THE GATHERING OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS (By our tithes and offerings we say Thank You to God for all of our blessings. Your offerings support Shepherd of Life s ministry here, in our community, and around the world through the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. Thank you for prayerfully considering your sacrificial response.) 18
Offering Prayer Presider: Merciful Father We offer with joy and thanksgiving what you have first given us ourselves, our time and our possessions, signs of your gracious love. Receive them for the sake of him who offered himself for us, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD [[The Lutheran church believes that Jesus is truly present in the bread and wine, and that through the reception of this sacrament, we receive the forgiveness of sins. You do not have to be a member in order to receive the Lord s Supper at Shepherd of Life. All are welcome! If you prefer to receive grape juice, simply point to the second communion assistant who will also be holding grapes for our children.] Consecration of the Elements The Lord s Prayer (Congregation joins hands) (Congregation may be seated after prayer) Communion Songs: "As the Grains of Wheat" 465 "In the Singing" 466 "Eat This Bread" 472 Benediction Amen. Closing Song I Love to Tell the Story 661 Leader: Go in Peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God! Postlude 19
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