14TH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST AUGUST 25 TH, 2013 HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH 1020 Mocho Street, Livermore, CA 94550 Church Office (925) 447-8840 Sunday Worship Celebration, 9:30 a.m. Please visit our web site at www.holycrosslivermore.org for more information Holy Cross Lutheran Pre-School & Junior Kindergarten - School Office (925) 447-1864 Welcome! We welcome you to this worship celebration! All newcomers and members are invited to give the requested information on the Attendance Pew Pad for our records. The Ark Nursery Parents with children to three years old are invited to use our staffed nursery across the hall from the sanctuary. A paging system is employed for your convenience and your child s safety. Children s Worship Helps There are activity sheets, crayons and books on the library shelves located in the Narthex. Ministry of the Word At the appointed time, a lector/reader will enact the grand narrative of our faith by reading from the Old Testament, the Psalms, the letters of Paul, and the Gospels. We believe the proclamation of these readings not only recalls the mighty acts of God, thereby serving as a reminder of who and whose we are, but also serves to constitute a new and right spirit within us, shaping and molding us to live authentically in light of the life, death, and resurrection of Jesus Christ. Through the telling of this story, the liturgy serves to invite us into this sacred drama by simply listening to the proclamation of God s divine narrative that comes to us in poetry, prose, and song, or by following along on the separately printed scriptural readings found on the back of your bulletin cover. We Celebrate Holy Communion All are welcome to the Lord s Table. The wine is offered either by individual or common cup. For those who would prefer grape juice, it is already poured in cups in the center of the communion tray. While the age-appropriateness of when a child should receive the holy meal is not insignificant, a child s age should not preclude full participation in the sacrament. It is God s free gift to all, received in the spirit of faith that God can and does transcend all cognitive and emotive ability to fully understand the profound mystery of this most sacred of meals. At the same time, to more fully appreciate the rich and varied textures of the Holy Meal, one would do well to enroll their child in First Communion Instruction when he/she feels his/her child is of an age where such instruction would be meaningful. In short, the gift of God s grace offered to us in the Holy Meal is free, but it is not cheap. If you have questions about the age-appropriateness of your child s receiving the Holy Meal, please schedule a time to meet with Pastor John to discuss your concerns. 2
PRELUDE WELCOME GATHERING SONG GLORIOUS THINGS OF YOU ARE SPOKEN ELW 647 1 Glorious things of you are spoken, Zion, city of our God! He whose word cannot be broken formed you for his own abode. On the Rock of Ages founded, what can shake your sure repose? With salvation's walls surrounded, you may smile at all your foes. 2 See, the streams of living waters, springing from eternal love, well supply your sons and daughters, and all fear of want remove. Who can faint, while such a river ever will their thirst assuage? Grace which, like the Lord, the giver, never fails from age to age. 3 Round each habitation hov'ring, see the cloud and fire appear for a glory and a cov'ring, showing that the Lord is near. Thus deriving from their banner light by night and shade by day, safe they feed upon the manna which God gives them on their way. 4 Savior, since of Zion's city I through grace a member am, let the world deride or pity, I will glory in your name. Fading are the world's vain pleasures, all their boasted pomp and show; solid joys and lasting treasures none but Zion's children know. PUBLIC DOMAIN 3
GREETING Leader: From God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ, grace and peace be with you all. All: And also with you. HYMN OF PRAISE PRAYER OF THE DAY Leader: O God, mighty and immortal, you know that as fragile creatures surrounded by great dangers, we cannot by ourselves stand upright. Give us strength of mind and body, so that even when we suffer because of human sin, we may rise victorious through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. All: Amen. 4
FIRST READING ISAIAH 58:9B-14 PAULA ALM Leader: Word of God. Word of Life. All: Thanks be to God. PSALMODY THIS IS THE DAY DENICA BELLUCCI SECOND READING HEBREWS 12:18-29 LOIS CORNELL Leader: Word of God. Word of Life. All: Thanks be to God. ALLELUIA ELW 172 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Leader: A reading from the holy gospel according to Luke. All: Glory to you, O Lord. THE GOSPEL LUKE 13:10-17 PASTOR JOHN BOST Leader: The Gospel of the Lord. All: Praise to you, O Christ. 5
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The Baptism Service for Allison Lynn Barham & Madison Katrina Mabe Pastor: God, who is rich in mercy and love, gives us a new birth into a living hope through the sacrament of baptism. By water and the Word God delivers us from sin and death and raises us to new life in Jesus Christ. We are united with all the baptized in the one body of Christ, anointed with the gift of the Holy Spirit, and joined in God's mission for the life of the world. Dave & Brandy: We present Allison Lynn for baptism. Andrew & Sara: We present Madison Katrina for baptism. Pastor: Called by the Holy Spirit, trusting in the grace and love of God, do you desire to have Allison & Madison baptized into Christ? Travis & Julia/Cody & Monika: We do! Pastor: As you bring Allison & Madison to receive the gift of baptism, you are entrusted with responsibilities: to live with them among God's faithful people, bring them to the word of God and the holy supper, teach them the Lord's Prayer, the Creed, and the Ten Commandments, place in their hands the holy scriptures, and nurture them in faith and prayer, so that they may learn to trust God, proclaim Christ through word and deed, care for others and the world God made, and work for justice and peace. Do you promise to help Allison & Madison grow in the Christian faith and life? Travis & Julia/Cody & Monika: We do! 7
Pastor: Do you promise to nurture Allison & Madison in the Christian faith as you are empowered by God's Spirit, and to help them live in the covenant of baptism and in communion with the church? Dave & Brandy/Andrew & Sara: We do! Pastor: All: I ask you to profess your faith in Christ Jesus, reject sin, and confess the faith of the Church, the faith in which we baptize. Do you renounce the devil, all the forces that defy God, the powers of this world that rebel against God, and the ways of sin that draw you from God? I do! Pastor: All: Do you believe in God the Father? I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. Pastor: All: Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? 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 into hell. 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. Pastor: Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? 8
All: 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. Pastor: The Lord be with you. All: And also with you. Pastor: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. All: It is right to give our thanks and praise. Pastor: All: Amen. Blessed are you, holy God. You are the creator of the waters of the earth. You are the fire of rebirth. You poured out your Spirit on your people Israel. You breathe life into our dry bones. Your Son Jesus promised to send the Spirit to us that the world may know your peace and truth. Pour out your Holy Spirit, and breathe new life into those who are here baptized. By your Spirit adopt us all as your children, through our Savior Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Pastor: Allison Lynn/Madison Katrina, I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. E Pule Kakou. We give you thanks, O God, that through water and the Holy Spirit you give your daughters and sons new birth, cleanse them from sin, and raise them to eternal life. Sustain Allison & Madison with the gift of your Holy Spirit: the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and the fear of the Lord, the spirit of joy in your presence, both now and forever. All: Amen. 9
Pastor: Allison Lynn/Madison Katrina, child of God, you have been sealed by the Holy Spirit and marked with the cross of Christ forever. Amen. Jesus said, I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will have the light of life. Let us welcome Allison & Madison as newly baptized children of God. All: We welcome you into the body of Christ and into the mission we share: join us in giving thanks and praise to God and bearing God's creative and redeeming word to all the world. 10
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Leader: Gathered at the empty tomb, let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God's creation. Lord in your mercy, All: hear our prayer. Leader: All: Into your hands, gracious God, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen. SHARING THE PEACE Leader: The Peace of Christ be with you always. All: And also with you. OFFERING OFFERING ANTHEM SAINTS QUINCY KUMFERT OFFERTORY PRAYER BY JAMES CURNOW Leader: God of mercy and grace, the eyes of all wait upon you, and you open your hand in blessing. Fill us with good things at your table, that we may come to the help of all in need, through Jesus Christ, our redeemer and Lord. All: Amen. DIALOGUE Leader: The Lord be with you. All: And also with you. Leader: Lift up your hearts. All: We lift them to the Lord Leader: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. All: It is right to give our thanks and praise. 11
PREFACE It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks and praise to you, almighty and merciful God, through our Savior Jesus Christ; who on this day overcame death and the grave, and by his glorious resurrection opened to us the way of everlasting life. And so, with all the choirs of angels, with the church on earth and the hosts of heaven, we praise your name and join their unending hymn: SANCTUS ELW 193 12
THANKSGIVING AT THE TABLE Leader: 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 All: 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. INVITATION TO COMMUNION Leader: These are the fruits of God for the people of God. Come to the table, all are welcome, for the gifts of God are All: FREE! 13
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COMMUNION SONGS ELW 581 15
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PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION Leader: O God, as a mother comforts her child, so you comfort your people, carrying us in your arms and satisfying us with this food and drink, the body and blood of Christ. Send us now as your disciples, announcing peace and proclaiming that the reign of God has come near; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. All: Amen. BLESSING Leader: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord s face shine upon you with grace and mercy. The Lord look upon you with favor And + give you peace. All: Amen. 19
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DISMISSAL Leader: Go in peace. Proclaim the good news. All: Thanks be to God. POSTLUDE THIS WEEK AT HCLC Sun 8/25 9:30 a Sunday Worship Celebration - Mabe & Barham Baptisms 10:45 a Spiritual Formation Mon 8/26 9:00 a Tue 8/27 2:00 p CAPE Meeting Wed 8/28 10:00 a Mid Week Forum 6:00 p HCLS Orientation 7:00 p AA Meeting Thurs 8/29 10:30 a Young at Heart Fri 8/30 8:00 p AA Meeting Sat 8/31 10:00 a Next Sunday, September 1 st 9:30 a Sunday Worship Celebration 21
What s Happening A big Holy Cross Thank You Quincy Kumfert & Denica Bellucci For sharing their gift of music With us this morning! Recruiting Singers for Choir and Music Team - These groups can always use more members. If singing is one of your gifts, why not come and join us. Music Team Rehearses on Tuesdays at 7:30 PM and sings the more contemporary music. Choir resumes rehearsals on Wednesdays at 7:30PM starting September 11. They sing three or four part choral music of all styles. No tryouts required. Any questions? See Susan after worship at the piano. We hope you can join us! New FISH Groups- (Fellowship In Someone s Home) forming for September December. There will be a FISH representative available after service on today and 8 th for sign ups. It s time for Crafty Ladies again! Crafty Ladies will begin the fall meetings on Tuesday, September 10, at 9:30 a.m. in the Fellowship Hall. We will meet every week in preparation for our bazaar on November 1-2. All ladies of Holy Cross and their friends are invited to attend our weekly meetings and bring ideas and projects that can be used for our bazaar. Proceeds from the bazaar are used for projects at Holy Cross. If you are looking for an outlet for your creative ideas, Crafty Ladies might be just the place for you. Please join us to assist with ongoing projects or contribute new ones. Even if you aren t able to attend our meetings, stop in for a cup of coffee and a visit with the Crafty Ladies. Woodworking crafts, metal art, and other items made by men and our youth are sold at our bazaars. Come and join us on Tuesdays as we create, organize, and get excited about another Crafty Ladies Bazaar. If you have questions, please call Joyce Correia at 443-6512. 22
Congregational Picnic When? Sunday, September 22 nd. Where? Mocho Park! After church service on the 22 nd, come join all. Fellowship will be providing food and drinks for the event, so all you have to bring is yourself! Look for the sign up sheet starting September 1 st to RSVP. We hope to see you there! Prayer Shawl Ministry Many thanks to those who made pocket prayer shawls for the youth and advisors who went to Los Angeles and also for the blessing of the backpacks. They were very much appreciated. The monthly meetings of the Prayer Shawl Ministry resume on September 14 th. We meet in the music room on the second Saturday of the month from 9:30 11. All skill levels of knitters and crocheters are welcome. For those who sew, we have patterns you may find helpful. Come see how this meaningful ministry can make a difference in people s lives. For more information, contact Jan Wolery (jwolery@comcast.net or 455-4581) or Ronnie Kiefer (vmkiefer@comcast.net or 447-4173) for details. Autumn Magic Voices in Harmony, current Northern California chorus champions, presents an autumn concert featuring a cappella singing in the Barbershop style and beyond on Saturday, September 14 from 2pm 7pm at the San Jose City College Theater. For more information you can call 800-838-3006 or go online to http://autumn-magic.brownpapertickets.com. Shredding Event Do you have documents you would like to shred? A free shredding event will be held on Saturday, October 5, from 9-1 at Our Savior Lutheran Church at 1385 S. Livermore Avenue. This is being sponsored by the local chapter of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans. You may bring your documents in plastic bags or cardboard boxes. Someone can assist you with unloading your documents and you may watch them being shredded if you like. Staples do not have to be removed but binder clips should be removed. Along with the shredding of your documents, you may enter the raffle to win a new home/office shredder. If you have any questions, please contact Joyce Correia at 443-6512. 23
SAVE THE DATE!! Holy Cross Women s Retreat Nov. 15-17 TH, 2013 Holy Cross 1 st Women s Retreat will be held at the beautiful San Damiano Retreat Center in the hills above Danville (a 20-30 minute ride from Livermore). Details are still being planned. All Holy Cross women are invited to be part of this joyful spiritual renewal, growth and bonding opportunity in a tranquil setting that is guided by the spirit of St. Francis and St. Clare. Help to make this retreat a success by offering your help, insights, suggestions, talents, and whatever you have to offer. Please call or email: Patty McBride (pattymcb55@yahoo.com, 925-989-4789) or Wen Kumfert (wen.kumfert@gmail.com, 925-399-5599). Questions? Comments? Have something to share with the congregation? Submit your ideas, announcements or articles for the weekly bulletin no later than Wednesday for inclusion in that Sunday s bulletin. You can call the Church Office at 447-8840, or submit your ideas, questions and comments via email to admin@holycrosslivermore.org 24