Hope Lutheran Church 4131 Lehigh Drive, Cherryville, PA 18035-030 (610) 767-7203 hopecherryville.org October 26, 2014 Reformation Sunday On this day we celebrate the heart of our faith: the gospel of Christ the good news that makes us free! Though we give thanks for the events of the sixteenth-century Reformation that brought renewal to the church of that time, we pray that the Holy Spirit would continue to unite the church today in its proclamation and witness to the world. In the waters of baptism we are made one body; we pray for the day that all Christians will also be one at the Lord's table. CHURCH STAFF Pastor Rev. Jami Possinger ext. #12 Pastor Emeritus Visitation Pastor Rev. Clark W. Kuntz II Rev. Jerry Mraz Administrative Manager Jane Tretiak ext. #10 Director of Music David Ziegler ext. #11 Bell Choir Director Janet Filchner ext. #40 Treasurer Sexton Financial Secretary Trudy Mertz Bonnie Zmyewski Deb Gardner Communications Specialist Nina Weiss ext. #20 Confirmation Coordinator Rachel Holencik SERVICE PARTICIPANTS 8:00 AM 10:30 AM Acolytes Dylan Penchishen Michael Hunsicker Crucifers Brooke Rockovits Steven Fuquay Communion Assistants Lori Kerper Jean Leibenguth Brian Schell John Zmyewski Greeters Buddy Rock Betty Krupa Lectors Lynn LaBarre Heather Bealer Nursery Shannon and Sydney Holly and Nikolas Carr Heffner Ushers Livermon Team Snyder Team Altar Guild Dawn and Julie Wainwright, Pat Amey Service of the Word 8:00 AM Gathered by the Holy Spirit, we hear and proclaim the saving word of God for the entire world. We give thanks for that saving word and all the gifts of God, who then sends us to share the good news and to care for those in need. Gathering The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God Prelude Symphony No 5 ( The Reformation ) Announcements * Confession and Forgiveness p 211 * Gathering Song A Mighty Fortress Is Our God # 503 * Greeting/Kyrie p 213 * Canticle of Praise Glory to God p 213 * Prayer of the Day Word God speaks to us in scripture reading, preaching, and song First Reading Jeremiah 31:31-34 Second Reading Romans 3:19-28 * Gospel Acclamation Alleluia p 216 * Gospel Reading John 8:31-36 Children s Message Sermon * Hymn of the Day Lord, Keep us Steadfast # 517 * Apostles Creed p 217 * Prayers of Intercession Leader: Hear us, O God. Cong.: Your mercy is great. * Peace Thanksgiving We give thanks for the saving word Offering/Offertory Only God * Canticle of Thanksgiving p 219 * Thanksgiving for the Word p 220 * The Lord s Prayer p 221 Sending God blesses us and sends us in mission to the world * Blessing * Sending Song Built on a Rock # 652 * Dismissal * Postlude La Rejouissance *please stand if you are able Holy Communion Setting Seven 10:30 AM Gathering The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God Prelude Symphony No 5 ( The Reformation ) Announcements * Confession and Forgiveness p 94 * Gathering Song A Mighty Fortress Is Our God # 503 * Greeting/Kyrie p 175 * Canticle of Praise Celebrate the Feast p 177 * Prayer of the Day Word God speaks to us in scripture reading, preaching, and song First Reading Jeremiah 31:31-34 Anthem Only God Second Reading Romans 3:19-28 * Gospel Acclamation Alleluia p 179 * Gospel Reading John 8:31-6 Sermon Hymn of the Day Lord, Keep Us Steadfast # 517 * Apostles Creed p 105 * Prayers of Intercession Leader: Hear us, O God. Cong.: Your mercy is great. * Peace Meal God feeds us with the presence of Jesus Christ Offering/Offertory River Songs * Offertory Response Let Us Go Now (Verse 2) # 523 * Great Thanksgiving p 180 * Holy, Holy, Holy p 181 * The Lord s Prayer p 182 Communion (intinction) (PLEASE NOTE: gluten free wafers are available in the chalice in front of the baptismal font) Communion Anthem Set Us Free Lamb of God p 182 * Post Communion Canticle Let Us Talents # 674 * Prayer Sending God blesses us and sends us in mission to the world * Blessing * Sending Song Built on a Rock # 652 * Dismissal/Postlude La Rejouissance *please stand if you are able
REFORMATION SUNDAY OCTOBER 26, 2014 610-767-7203 hopecherryville.org TO THE GLORY OF GOD: FLOWER SPONSORS: In Loving Memory of Harry Weil s Birthday, Love, Loretta and Family. Happy Birthday to Brenda Rice, our Mother and Best Friend, with Love from her Family. BULLETIN SPONSORS: Happy Birthday to our Grandson, Benjamin Newton, Love, Nana and Grand Pa. Happy Birthday to our Daughter, Sonya Newton, Love, Nancy and Dan Xander. In Celebration of Larissa Follweiler s Birthday, Love, her Family. IN PRAYER TODAY St. John, Coplay (Pastor Timothy D. Boyer). WELCOME OUR VISITATION PASTOR - We are excited to announce that Rev. Louise Williams began her work at Hope as our part-time, temporary Visitation Pastor on Friday, October 17 th. Rev. Williams is a retired ELCA pastor who is currently serving part-time at a church in Bangor. Please welcome Rev. Williams to our Hope staff when you meet her! Please read more about Pastor Williams on the separate insert included with this mornings bulletin. ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING - Mark your calendars for our Annual Congregational Meeting to be held on Sunday, November 9 th, between worship services beginning @ 9:00 AM. The meeting will be held in Kuntz Hall. At least 50 members (in good standing) are needed for a quorum that morning. VETERANS/ARMED SERVICES NAMES are needed for the church service on Sunday, November 9 th in recognition of Veterans Day. If you have names of veterans or those currently serving in the armed forces that you would like us to acknowledge; please call the church office at 610-767-7203 or email Nina at communications@hopecherryville.org. Thank you. ALL SAINTS SUNDAY This year All Saints Sunday occurs NEXT week, November 2 nd and we will again remember and pray for those from our congregation who have died during the past year. We will also recognize and celebrate those who became saints since last year s All Saints Sunday through God s grace in the sacrament of baptism. These are the newest saints among us for whom we want to give thanks in worship.
CRAB PATTY SALE Thank you to everyone who ordered crab patties. They are ready for pick-up TODAY, Sunday, October 26 th. BAKED GOODS NEEDED for our 40 th Anniversary Celebration which will be held on Sunday, November 16 th. Please see the sign-up sheet located on the bulletin board in the narthex. PRAYER SHAWLS NEEDED the prayer shawl group that meets here at Hope Church are in need of prayer shawls. The group would like to provide 40 prayer shawls to Good Shepherd for Christmas. Questions, please call Jo Ann Creyer at 610-262-3204. SENIOR FALL FEAST - On Saturday, November 15 th the Social Ministry Committee invites any senior citizen or homebound member in our congregation to our annual Fall Feast. We will begin with worship of Holy Communion at 11:30 AM, and then enjoy a dinner of turkey, filling, cranberry sauce and all the fixins. To conclude the day, there will be entertainment. The Feast will end at approximately 2:30 PM. A sign-up sheet is located on the bulletin board in the narthex. VIDEOTAPING WORSHIP SERVICES - Our new Audio/Visual Committee is looking for a few people who would be willing to videotape some worship services that are coming up in November. No experience is necessary training will be provided. Interested members may choose the service to be taped - either the 8:00 AM service or the 10:30 AM service. If you are interested please speak to Pastor Jami or call the church office. HOPE S HIDDEN TREASURE AUCTION thank you to everyone who helped in any way to make last Sunday s time and talent auction a success. We had a great crowd and excellent response. We raised over $3,000.00 for the ministries of Hope Church. FINANCIAL COMMITMENTS FOR 2015 - Consecration Sunday is a spiritualgrowth-oriented process, which is designed to enrich our biblical understanding of Christian stewardship. The experience concentrates on the need of the giver to give for his or her own spiritual development. If you were unable to attend Consecration Sunday last week, you will receive an Estimate of Giving Card in the mail. Could you help us to complete our Christian Stewardship campaign by returning it within one week once you have received it? If there are additional members of your family who will be making a commitment, please write their name, envelope number and commitment on the back of this Estimate of Giving card. Thanks for your help in bringing this fine spiritual experience to a good conclusion.
BELATED CARD SHOWER a card shower has been requested for Catherine Renner. Catherine turned 90 years young on October 10 th. Please send belated birthday wishes to her at 3784 Dogwood Road, Walnutport, PA 18088. HAMS NEEDED -- The Outreach Ministry Committee is asking for donations of boneless hams (easier to slice) for the Rescue Mission Dinner on November 19 th. We need approximately 19 pounds of ham. Please make arrangements to donate by November 12 th. Thank you. Questions? Contact LeAnn Chandler at 610-440-0341. BOILER ALERT - The Property Committee is currently seeking bids from vendors to replace our furnace/boiler system. The current system is the original one that was placed in the building 40 years ago when Hope was built. Last year the system failed a few Sunday mornings as well a few weekdays leaving us with no heat and the fear of pipes freezing. NATIVITY DISPLAY It hardly seems possible that it is time to think about our annual Nativity Display which will be held on Saturday, November 29 th from 10:00am-8:00pm and Sunday, November 30 th from 8:00am-5:00pm. The Evangelism Committee needs help to make the display a success. You can help by donating nativities, baked goods, snacks and beverages. Also, by setting up, cleaning up and helping during the display. Musical talent is needed also. It is just around the corner so please watch for sign-up sheets for help and remember to bring your nativities to share. PRAYER SCARVES FOR COLLEGE STUDENTS - Attention all parents of college students Hope s Prayer Shawl Ministry is currently knitting and crocheting scarves for all of our college students. It s a surprise! We plan to ship them out when the weather gets cold letting our students know that we continue to pray for them as they study. Here s how you can help please call 610-767- 7203 or email the church office office@hopecherryville.org and give us your child s address. We will be sending to all students in college, trade or technical schools and community colleges. If your child is living at home and commuting we need to know that as well. Please let us know as soon as possible so we make enough for everyone! BOY SCOUT ITALIAN DINNER this all you can eat Italian style buffet dinner will be held at Hope Church on Saturday, November 8 th from 3:00-8:00pm. Tickets are available from Troop 242 or in the church office. Adults = $9.95, Children under 12 = $3.95, Children under 3 are free. Please see the flyer on the bulletin board for more information.
CHERRYVILLE SENIOR CENTER If you are a senior citizen; you are invited to any or all of the activities held at the Senior Center. There will be a Crime Prevention speaker on Thursday, October 30 th at 12:30pm. There will be a special Halloween meal and party on Friday, October 31 st. The meal is at 11:30am (reservation required for the meal) and there will be bingo with Halloween prizes beginning at 12:15pm. The Senior Center is also looking for a volunteer that would be willing to play the piano for a sing a long once a month. For more information, please call Karen at 610-767-2977. PRAYERS FOR THE WEEK The Congregational Council is encouraging all our members to grow in their spirituality through a regular Prayer Life. One way of doing this is by lifting up in prayer one family from our church each day of the year. This week s families are: 10/26/14 Eileen Miller and family 10/27/14 Dale Newhart and family 10/28/14 Mitchell, Jami, Scott Possinger and family 10/29/14 Evan Ross and family 10/30/14 Gregory, Jamie Schmalzer and family 10/31/14 Marcus, Marcelus Solt and family 11/01/14 Steven, Alexandra Tretiak and family 2014 FAMILY FAITH CHALLENGE Family means different things to different people. Invite members of your family children, parents, grandparents, partners, close friends to join you on your faith journey through the synod s Youth, Young Adult and Family Ministry Team Family Faith Challenges. We challenge you to see God in changes. October 26-November 1: Read together John 20:19-31 (Spark page 492). Sometimes it s hard to believe that God loves us. Thomas doubted but was changed when he saw Jesus. How have you seen Jesus this week? Our lives change when we believe in Jesus. Make a sad face out of play dough and then reform it into a happy face. (Remember Reformation Sunday is this week!) STATISTICS Last Sunday s attendance; 8:00am service 97; 10:30am service 140. Total offering - $10,137.20 (includes $359.00 for the building fund and $245.75 for Sunday School and $3313.00 for the Stewardship Auction). CHURCH GIVING - It is important to keep up with your regular giving. Please remember to fulfill your commitment to the mission and ministries of Hope Lutheran Church. Here is an update on giving to the general fund as of 09/30/14. Income $273,051.02; Expenses $304,920.36 Net Income ($31,869.34)
FOOD BANK NEEDS we are in short supply of the following items for the Northampton Area Food Bank as well as our own food pantry here at Hope. All types of non-perishable foods are needed, but especially canned meat, spam, canned fruit, spaghetti sauce, peanut butter and cereal. Thank you. WEEKLY BIBLE STUDIES continue. Join the Pastor s Bible Study which meets on Thursday mornings at 10:00am in the Adult Sunday School Room (the room behind Kuntz Hall) or the Bible Study sponsored by the Evangelism Committee which meets on Thursday evenings at 6:30pm in Hanson Hall. All are welcome anytime! EBOLA OUTBREAK RESPONSE You can help! Your gifts to the Ebola Outbreak Response will be used 100 percent to assist those impacted by this crisis. Please use a pew envelope and give to this worthwhile cause today. If you would like to send a check directly, please send it to Lutheran Disaster Response, 39330 Treasury Center, Chicago, IL 60694-9300. For more information please go to www.elca.org/disaster. CALENDAR OF THE WEEK For complete rehearsal schedules, see the on-line calendar at calendar.hopecherryville.org Today Crab Patty Sale (Pick Up) Youth Group Leader Meeting Monday Hope s Helping Hands 6:00pm Tuesday Alleluia Ringers 6:30pm Wednesday Staff Meeting 10:00am Thursday Pastor s Bible Study Bible Study 9:00am 12:00Noon 11:45am 10:00am 6:30pm Next Sunday All Saints Sunday Both Services REMINDER TO WORSHIP PARTICIPANTS SUNDAY, Nov. 2 8:00am 10:30am Acolytes Amanda Clewell Jordan Demko Crucifers Alexa Ebert Zachary Haydt Greeters Ernie and Kris Earl and Toni Snyder Doncsecz Lectors Sharyn Kratzer Karen Koplin Nursery Tara and Autumn Row Donna and AnnaMarie Gaugler Ushers Lutz Team Mertz Team Communion Assistants Altar Guild for Nov Lock Up for Nov Sign Changer for Nov John Bednar Deb Gardner Linda Mery Vicki Steiner Dawn and Julie Wainwright, Pat Amey David Filchner Doug Daniel
Pastor Louise Williams Biography Greetings from Bangor, PA, where I live since "retiring" in 2009. As you realize, that retirement didn't last very long. I will be serving Hope Church as your Visitation Pastor, and may see you occasionally on a Sunday morning. I am also serving at a very small Lutheran church in Martins Creek, on Rte. 611 above Easton. On most Sunday mornings, I lead the service there. My family consists of a daughter, Lisa, her husband, Barry, and her two daughters, Melissa and Allison. Melissa is married and has a son, Riley, so I'm a great- grandmother. Melissa lives in upstate New York, so visits are not nearly as frequent as I would like. Some of the positions held in the past years include serving as an organist/choir director in many local churches. I also taught private music lessons on accordion, piano and organ, and played accordion with bands in the Pocono resorts. My first call as an ordained pastor was in Nebraska, where I served for five years. The next call was to a parish in Sunbury, PA., and that lasted almost ten years. Retirement was supposedly next, but it's obvious, I guess, that it hasn't turned out as expected. However, I am looking forward to getting to know the members of Hope Lutheran Church as I visit you whenever the need arises. I'll be visiting a Sunday morning service sometime in November, and will have the opportunity to meet many members personally. See you soon, at worship, I "hope". Blessings, Pastor Louise Williams