IMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH 421 North Second Street Mankato, Minnesota 56001 (507) 345-3027 www.immanuelmankato.org WORD OF TRUTH: Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. John 6:68 NKJV REFORMATION SUNDAY (The 22nd Sunday after Trinity) October 27 & 30, 2013 Volume 76, No. 55 Deacon: Omar Olmanson; Organist: Bonnie Cornish Sound: Doug Schaller; Video: Mike Schweim; Screen: Rachael Hanel Head Usher: Nathan Olmanson; Asst. Usher: Joseph Friedrichs WELCOME to all visitors! Please sign the guest register in the narthex. Visitors and members: feel free to speak with the Pastor after the service, or call: 387-7035 for Pastor Nolting or 344-0898 for Pastor Eichstadt or 345-3027 for the church office. PRE-SERVICE DEVOTION: Psalm 46 (p. 504, pew Bible; p.134, red hymnal) [Pew Bibles are on the book shelves in the narthex and on the back door counter.] PRE-SERVICE PRAYER: Lord, keep me steadfast in Your Word; Curb those who by deceit or sword would wrest the kingdom from Your Son and bring to naught all He has done. Lord Jesus Christ, Your pow r make known, For You are Lord of lords alone; Defend Your holy Church that we may sing Your praise eternally. O Comforter of priceless worth, send peace and unity on earth; support us in our final strife and lead us out of death to life. Amen. [TLH 261 / LSB 655]
ORDER OF SERVICE [Worship Supplement 2000, pp. 12ff] PREPARATION FOR WORSHIP ENTRANCE HYMN: Built on the Rock the Church Shall Stand Built on the Rock the Church shall stand Even when steeples are falling. Crumbled have spires in ev ry land; Bells still are chiming and calling, Calling the young and old to rest, But above all the souls distressed, Longing for rest everlasting. Surely in temples made with hands, God, the Most High, is not dwelling; High above earth His temple stands, All earthly temples excelling. Yet He who dwells in heav n above Chooses to live with us in love, Making our bodies His temple. We are God's house of living stones, Built for His own habitation. He through baptismal grace us owns Heirs of His wondrous salvation. Were we but two His name to tell, Yet He would deign with us to dwell, With all His grace and His favor. Grant then, O God, Your will be done, That, when the church bells are ringing, Many in saving faith may come Where Christ His message is bringing: "I know My own, My own know Me; You, not the world, My face shall see. My peace I leave with you. Amen." LSB #645. WELCOME in the name of the LORD our God whose Gospel is the power for our salvation. INVOCATION (Pastor): In the Name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Congregation: 2
CONFESSION AND ABSOLUTION Text: from Christian Worship: A Lutheran Hymnal 1993 Northwestern Publishing House. All rights reserved. OneLicense.net License #A-710933 Pastor: We have come into the presence of God, who created us to love and serve Him as His dear children. But we have disobeyed Him and deserve only His wrath and punishment. Therefore, let us confess our sins to Him and plead for His mercy. Congregation: Merciful Father in heaven, I am altogether sinful from birth. In countless ways I have sinned against You and do not deserve to be called Your child. But trusting in Jesus, my Savior, I pray: Have mercy on me according to Your unfailing love. Cleanse me from my sin, and take away my guilt. Pastor: God, our heavenly Father, has forgiven all your sins. By the perfect life and innocent death of our Lord Jesus Christ, He has removed your guilt forever. You are His own dear child. May God give you strength to live according to His will. Congregation: Congregation (sings): THE SERVICE OF THE WORD [Music in Worship Supplement, p. 13] GLORY TO GOD, WE GIVE YOU THANKS Lord, have mercy on us, Christ, have mercy on us. Lord, have mercy on us. Text: Edwin LeGrice 1991 Kevin Mayhew Ltd. All rights reserved. OneLicense.net License #A-710933 1. Glory to God, we give You thanks and praise; Of heav'nly joy and peace on earth we sing. We worship You, to You our hearts we raise, Lord God, almighty Father, heav'nly King. 2. Lord Jesus Christ, the Father's only Son, You bore for us the load of this world's sin. O Lamb of God, Your glorious vict'ry won, Receive our prayer, grant us Your peace within. 3. Alone, O Christ, You only are the Lord, At God's right hand in majesty most high: Who, with the Spirit worshiped and adored, With all the heav'nly host we glorify. 3
PRAYER OF THE DAY P: Let us pray...... through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Congregation: FIRST LESSON: 2 Chronicles 34:29-33 (p.415, pew Bible) There was need for religious reform in the days of King Josiah. Josiah listened to God s Word and acted upon its direction by removing the evil and following what God desires. He also led his people according to God s Word. The nation was blessed as a result of Josiah s reforms. PSALM OF THE DAY: Psalm 46 Pastor: Psalm 46:1-3 Hymn: 774 (1) A Mighty Fortress Is Our God Pastor: Psalm 46:4-7 Hymn: 774 (2-3) A Mighty Fortress Is Our God Pastor: Psalm 46:8-11 Hymn: 774 (4) A Mighty Fortress Is Our God SECOND LESSON: John 2:13-16 (p.939, pew Bible) There was a need for religious reform in the days of Jesus. The temple had become a marketplace. Jesus forcibly removed the offending traders and sellers seeking to restore the temple as God s House. Pastor: Blessed are they who hear the Word of God and keep it. Congregation (sings): [Music in Worship Supplement, p. 14] Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! These words are written that we may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! APOSTOLIC CREED I believe in God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, 4
Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty. From there He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit; the holy Christian Church, the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen. CHILDREN'S SERMON: (Sun. a.m.) Children (pre-school-2nd grade) are invited to come forward and gather around the pastor in the front of the church. ILS GRADE SCHOOL CHOIR: (Sun. a.m.) The Coloring Song From "Let All the People Praise You" page 46-47. SERMON: The Foundation Stones of Reform I. There Is Only One Gospel Text: Galatians 1:6-10 (p.1033, pew Bible) Hymn: 297(1-5) The Gospel Shows the Father s Grace II. Justification Is by Faith Text: Galatians 2:16 (p.1034, pew Bible) Hymn: 377(1,3,5-6) Salvation unto Us Has Come III. We Are Called to Liberty Not License Text: Galatians 5:13-15 (p.1036, pew Bible) Hymn: 377 (7,9-10) Salvation unto Us Has Come Pastor Wayne Eichstadt 5
OFFERTORY Congregation (sings): God's Word is our great heritage And shall be ours forever; To spread its light from age to age Shall be our chief endeavor. Through life it guides our way, In death it is our stay. Lord, grant, while worlds endure, We keep its teachings pure. Throughout all generations. Amen. TLH 283 OFFERING OF THANKSGIVING [Wed. service offering may be left in narthex basket.] PRAYER OF THE CHURCH LORD'S PRAYER BENEDICTION Congregation: HYMN: 451 Stand Up! Stand Up for Jesus Unless otherwise noted, the text, tune, and/or setting of service elements are in public domain. Immanuel s WEEKLY Activities TODAY: Last Sunday of EACH month = Food Shelf Sunday: please place dry/canned food items by the conference room coat rack. Mon. Oct. 28 5:45 PM Immanuel Church Service CCTV Charter Ch. 13 or Hickory Tech Ch. 7 Tues. Oct. 29 NO Seniors Bible Study 3:00-5:00 PM Pastor s Office Hours [WCE] 6
Wed. Oct. 30 12:45 PM Immanuel Church Service CCTV Charter Ch. 13 or Hickory- Tech Ch. 7 1:00 PM Ladies Auxiliary (G. Stavenau; N. Busse). Women of Immanuel are invited to attend. Devotion will be presented by Pastor Eichstadt. 5:30 PM Youth Instruction 6:00 PM Wed. Bible Study meets in the upper hallway Social Studies classroom. Pastor D. Libby will lead the discussion of John. 7:00 PM WORSHIP Service (repeats previous Sunday s service) Thurs. Oct. 31 No Bible Study @ Walnut Towers No Bible Study @ Old Main 3:30 PM Bible Study @ Keystone (100 Dublin Rd.) 7:15 PM Church Choir Practice Fri. Nov. 1 No Men s Breakfast / Bible Study 8:00-10:00 AM Pastor s Office Hours [WCE] Sun. Nov. 3 DAYLIGHT SAVINGS Time ends fall back 8:15-8:20 AM Immanuel Meditations KTOE 1420 AM or 102.7 FM radio 8:15-9:15 AM Sunday School, Youth Ambassadors, & Bible Study 9:30 AM Worship with Holy Communion [PDN] Altar Flowers: ; Deacon: Nick Stelter; Sound: Andrew Stelter; Video: Tony Harris; Screen: Russell Schmitt Ushers: First Sunday of the Month; Head Usher: Karl Friedrichs (625.1452); Asst. Usher: Kyle Hulke (382.7335); Aaron Busse; Mitchell Dummer; Jon Greve; Matt Hagen; Jacob Hanel, Nathan Hanel; Allen Hansen; Nathan Heinze; Tyler Heinze; Kyle Hulke; Andrew Lentz; David Lueck; Richard Lueck; Alan Olmanson; Adam Owings; Brent Schreyer HOLY COMMUNION will be celebrated in next Sunday's worship service. Communicants who plan to attend are asked to register their intent--registration sheets are located in the narthex and back entry. In the Hospital: 7
IMMANUEL LUTHERAN CHURCH QUARTERLY MEETING SUMMARY October 21, 2013 In membership matters, Philip and Amy Klammer with children Kaylee, Ryann, and Wesley were released per their request. Joel and Lynn Matzke with children Katelyn and Alaina were released per their request. Claire Abbas was transferred to Peace Thru Christ of Middleton, WI. Daniel and Krista Geschwind with children Levi and William were received by transfer from Redeemer of Cheyenne, WY, as was Beth Olmanson from Holy Cross of Phoenix, AZ. Nicole Nikki Dallmann was received by confession of faith. In council elections, Craig Owings and Leif Olmanson were elected to the Board of Deacons. Wesley Kranz and Ron Anderson were elected to the Board of Property. Joe Casto and Ryan Hammett were elected to the Board of Education. Craig Stelter was elected to the Board of Finance. The Treasurer s report showed a $133,671.51 deficit in the General Fund, and a $18,264.69 shortfall in the Mission Fund. The Thanksgiving offering was designated 50% to the General Fund and 50% to the Mission Fund. Those who participated in the school work day were thanked. A motion was carried to commit to a plan for relocation. A Long Range Planning Committee was formed to establish specific goals and a stepped approach to move the church and school into a new facility. The plan should include, but is not limited to: a) Identify phases for relocation, b) Establish financial guidelines for responsible relocation, c) Develop the criteria for new land. The Board of Property was tasked with maintaining the current property with the understanding that relocation is the ultimate goal. It was decided to continue to rent out the property at 218 Washington. The meeting was adjourned. Respectfully submitted, Alan Olmanson, Congregational Secretary 8
Chairs: Members of Immanuel, the Board of Property would like to offer to the congregation the old metal chairs, as well as some of the black cushion chairs. These chairs were replaced by the tan chairs and racks recently purchased through a gift to the congregation. If you are interested in these chairs please contact Kyle Hulke at 507-382-7335 or via email kyle.hulke@hotmail.com Needed Communion Ware Set-Up Volunteers: Another couple is needed for communion ware set-up. In case of illness or snowcovered roads, it is helpful to have additional volunteers. If you are interested in doing this set-up and/or have any questions, please talk to Sara Nolting or email sara.nolting@immanuelmankato.org ILS Book Fair Once again, the PTO is partnering with Scholastic to offer books for our ILS classrooms (and for you!). The Book Fair will be held Friday, November 1, from 2-4pm in the gym. In addition, volunteer staff will stay through the end of the typical work day for those that want to stop by after 5pm. Books are available for purchase for your personal use and/or for each classroom via student/teacher wish lists. Let s get reading! For questions, please contact Book Fair committee chair Stephanie Schmid at 507-381-8622. ILS PTO presentation and meeting is Wednesday, Nov 6, at 7pm in the church basement. Everyone is invited! Our speakers will be the elected leaders of the ILS Student Council the officers are Harley Bode, Talon Harris, Andrea Wheaton, and Hannah Stelter. They will speak about what they are working on and hope to accomplish this year on behalf of all ILS students. Grade 1 families serve. Childcare will be provided please contact Ryan Hammett. For you are all children of God through faith in Christ Jesus. For as many of you as were baptized into Christ have put on Christ. (Gal. 3:26-27) NKJV The son of Zachary and Hilary Lien was baptized at home on October 17, 2013 by his father. The baptism was witnessed by family. 9
Immanuel Lutheran College Visitors Day is November 15th beginning at 10:05 am in the ILC gymnasium for chapel. It will feature presentations and classroom visits until 2:50 p.m. Come and learn more about your church s college and a continuing education with Christ. We will attempt to provide lodging, if needed, Thursday or Friday nights for those attending College Visitors Day and these visitors will be our guests at meals. (No special activity is planned for Thursday evening.) Friday evening there is also the opportunity to see the ILC fall play. It will be performed both Friday and Saturday evenings at 7:30 p.m. A band concert will precede it both nights at 7:00 p.m. Speak with your pastor about questions and attendance. Someone please convey attendance information and any housing requests to Prof. John Ude, the ILC academic dean, before November 12th. His ILC office phone is 715-836-6631. His home phone is 715-955-4127. And his e-mail address is john.ude@ilc.edu. God's blessings to the newly wed: Brooke Koch and Benjamin Wetzel were united in marriage on Thursday, October 17, 2013, in St. Cloud, MN. Pastor Paul D. Nolting performed the ceremony. In Need of Volunteers: Please see the narthex bulletin board for opportunities to help: with Thanksgiving baskets at ECHO Food Shelf with volunteering at Birthright Church Choir Rehearsals: the results of the choir surveys came out to move practice earlier on Thursdays. Therefore, starting in November, Church Choir will rehearse from 6:00 PM to 7:15 PM. Come and join us at this new time. 10
Altar Flower List November-April (2 names per month) To volunteer, please sign up on the list on the NARTHEX bulletin board. Volunteers place the flowers on the altar for the listed months. The two volunteers decide between themselves which Sundays of the month will be their responsibility. NOTE: there are artificial flowers stored in the church conference room. NOVEMBER, 2013 FEBRUARY, 2014 1) 1) 2) 2) (Advent Wreath Set Up: Nov.30) DECEMBER, 2013 MARCH, 2014 1) 1) 2) 2) (Ash Wednesday Mar. 5) JANUARY, 2014 APRIL, 2014 (Easter April 20) 1) 1) Viv Hanel 2) 2) Marilyn Timm 11
Immanuel Sunday Current NEED = $11,148 Our Response of Faith Attendance: 10/18 Men s Bible Study = 19 10/20 Sunday School = 51 Ambassadors = 9 Bible Study = 45 10/20 Sunday Worship = 269 10/22 Seniors Bible = 6 10/23 Wed. Bible Study = 14 Wed. Worship = 22 10/24 Walnut Towers = 9 Old Main = 13 CLC Weekly Missions NEED = $1,273 Sunday Current = $8,039 Missions = $2,277 Endowment = $35 ILC Building = $30 Expansion / Relocation = $50 ILC Student Aid = $10 Major Improvement = $51 MDF: Mission Develop. Fund = $55 OTHER: Benevolent = $25 OTHER: Food Shelf = $25 Imm. Student Aid = $0 MPF free will offering = $22 Tuition Aid = $100 The following gift is received with thanks by Immanuel In Memory of Glenda Bode Foreign Missions $60 12