Welcome! Holy Communion Holy Baptism Welcome to Three Year Old Sunday School Students September 16, 2018 9:30 a.m. Christ Lutheran Family of Faith Cottonwood, Minnesota This week in worship we hear Mark s version of Peter s confession of faith, when Peter says, You are the Messiah. In Mark, the scandal has to do with Jesus words about his own coming death, and here Peter himself stumbles over Jesus words. But Jesus is anointed (the meaning of messiah ) in Mark only on the way to the cross; so we are anointed in baptism with the sign of the cross. GATHERING The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God. Wherever you are on your journey of faith, you are welcome here. Prelude Call to Worship Words of Welcome P: This is the day that the Lord has made, C: let us rejoice and be glad in it. Community Announcements and Opportunities to Offer Ourselves Please stand as you are able.
Confession and Forgiveness P: Blessed be the + holy Trinity, the one who fashions us, the one who heals us, the one who reforms us again and again. C: Amen. P: Let us confess our sin, calling for God s transforming power. Silence for reflection and self-examination. P: Source of all life, C: we confess that we have not allowed your grace to set us free. We fear that we are not good enough. We hear your word of love freely given to us, yet we expect others to earn it. We turn the church inward, rather than moving it outward. Forgive us. Stir us. Reform us to be a church powered by love, willing to speak for what is right, act for what is just, and seek the healing of your whole creation. Amen. P: God hears our cry and sends the Spirit to change us and to empower our lives in the world. Our sins are forgiven, + God s love is unconditional, and we are raised up as God s people who will always be made new, in the name of Jesus Christ. C: Amen. Gathering Hymn Lift High the Cross - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [660] Greeting P: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. C: And also with you. Prayer of the Day P: Let us pray. O God, C: through suffering and rejection you bring forth our salvation, and by the glory of the cross you transform our lives. Grant that for the sake of the gospel we may turn from the lure of evil, take us our cross, and follow your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. Please be seated. Sacrament of Holy Baptism for Walker Lee Golberg page 227 Milestones Ministry Welcome to Sunday School and Prayer Pillows for our 3 Year Olds -2-
Please stand as you are able. WORD Gospel Reading P: The Holy Gospel according to Mark, the eighth chapter. C: Glory to you, O Lord. 27 Jesus went on with his disciples to the villages of Caesarea Philippi; and on the way he asked his disciples, Who do people say that I am? 28 And they answered him, John the Baptist; and others, Elijah; and still others, one of the prophets. 29 He asked them, But who do you say that I am? Peter answered him, You are the Messiah. 30 And he sternly ordered them not to tell anyone about him. 31 Then he began to teach them that the Son of Man must undergo great suffering, and be rejected by the elders, the chief priests, and the scribes, and be killed, and after three days rise again. 32 He said all this quite openly. And Peter took him aside and began to rebuke him. 33 But turning and looking at his disciples, he rebuked Peter and said, Get behind me, Satan! For you are setting your mind not on divine things but on human P: The Gospel of the Lord. C: Praise to you, O Christ. Please be seated. Sermon God speaks to us in scripture reading, preaching, and song. Pastor Janel Kuester Hymn of the Day O Christ the Same - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - [760] Our offering today will be received during the singing of the hymn. MEAL God feeds us with the presence of Christ. Prayers of God s People The congregation will respond to the prayer petitions with, hear our prayer. Sharing of God s Peace P: The peace of the Lord be with you always. C: And also with you. Please share a sign of God s peace with your neighbors and remain standing for the Great Thanksgiving. -3-
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. Words of Institution Lord s Prayer 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 Holy Communion P: Speak to us, O Lord, in the breaking of the bread, and make us one with you. Please be seated. Anyone who has communed elsewhere is welcome to commune here. Those who do not yet commune are invited to come forward for a blessing. Gluten free bread and grape juice are available upon request. Please come forward at the invitation of the ushers to receive communion in a continuous manner, and return to your seats via the side aisles. If you d prefer to receive communion at your seat, please let the usher know. Communion Distribution Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence [490] How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds (stanzas 1, 3, 5, 7) [620] O Jesus, I Have Promised [810] My Life Flows On in Endless Song [763] Please stand as you are able. -4-
Prayer after Communion A: Holy and compassionate God, in bread and wine you give us gifts that form us to be humble and courageous. May your words come to life in our serving and in our witness, that we might speak a living voice of healing and justice to all the world, through Jesus Christ, our rock and our redeemer. C: Amen. Blessing SENDING God blesses us and sends us in mission to the world. Sending Hymn Praise and Thanks and Adoration - - - - - - - - - - - - - [783] Children and those young at heart are invited to come forward to choose an instrument to play during the singing of the hymn. A: Go in peace. Sound the good news! C: Thanks be to God. Postlude Prayer for the Journey Almighty God, grant that your holy word which has been proclaimed this day may enter into our hearts through your grace, that it may produce in us the fruit of the Spirit for witness and service in the world and to the praise and honor of your name, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. Thank You For Serving This Sunday Ushers: Scott Boehne, Greg Golberg, Conner Moseng, Corey Moseng, Michelle Moseng, Jonathan Olson, Linda VanUden Organist: Gwen Arneson PA: Craig Aamodt Acolyte: Julia Sterner Video Camera: Pat Hinz Lector and Assisting Minister: Calli Newton Communion Servers and Assistants: Evan Gregoire, Corey Moseng, David Roe, Tracy Sterner, Shane Wee Altar Care: Karen Berg, Sandy Boehne Counting: Corey Moseng, Linda VanUden -5-
Received into God s Kingdom of Grace through the Sacrament of Holy Baptism today is Walker Lee Golberg. Please remember Walker in your prayers, as well as his parents Derek and Macy Golberg and sponsors Dominick and Mallory Gregoire and Torey and Jamie Golberg. MAKE NOTE OF WHAT S HAPPENING NEXT SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 23rd 1. During 9:30 Worship: students will have the opportunity to have their school backpacks blessed during the Children s Message. Don t forget to bring your backpacks on this Sunday! 2. During 9:30 Worship: Mission Possible, Sunday School, Confirmation, Luther League TEACHERS AND HELPERS will be installed. 3. During 9:30 Worship: First Year Confirmation Students receive Bibles. 4. After Worship, approx. 10:30: Second Graders and Parent(s) are invited for a Bible Introduction Class with PJ. Once again we have the privilege of having a Coats for Kids collection box here at Christ Lutheran. We will collect new or gently used coats for young people through October 19 (Kid Sizes 7-8 and 10-12 are especially needed.). Please be on the lookout as you clean out your closets or find a great bargain on winter outerwear. There is a child who is cold and ill-prepared for our harsh Minnesota winters who will be forever grateful for your generosity. Hats, mittens, boots, snow pants, etc., are also welcome. -6-
Building a Cross We are exhorted by Jesus in Mark 8:34 with these words, "If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me." As followers of Jesus we all seek ways to take his words to heart. What I'm looking for is a willing individual or group of people who are interested in building a cross that will be used for All Saints Day worship on November 4th as well as at other times during the church year. There are photos of what I'm imagining taped to my office door so that folks can see what they might be volunteering to do. Please talk to me about your willingness to get out your woodworking tools and some lumber! It will be a great addition to our worship space that day as we bring our remembrance tea light candles forward, thinking of the saints who have gone before us and have left their lasting imprint on our lives. Thank you for thinking about helping with this project! Gwen Arneson Thank You... from Lakeview School Sending out a great big THANK YOU to Christ Lutheran for the amazing donation to the backpack program! Wendy Best Also, if you see anyone on the booster club, join me in thanking them for funding the backpack program financially this year for whatever our fundraising does not cover! -7-
This Week: September 16, 2018 Today, Sunday, September 16 9 am Fellowship/Refreshments 9:30 Worship: Holy Communion, Walker Golberg Baptism, 3 Year Olds Welcomed/Prayer Pillows/Prayer Books 10:45 11:30 Grades 7-12 Sunday School in Youth Room 10:45 Worship on Cable 180 Monday, September 17 5 pm Worship on Cable 180 Wednesday, September 19 6 pm Mission Possible 6:30 Choir 7:00 Confirmation Grade 7-9 Parent/Student Meeting 8:00 Council Meeting Tuesday, September 18 9 am Quilting 1:30 pm Communion @ West Prairie 2:30 Communion @ Fieldcrest Thursday, September 20 submit NEWSLETTER items to Rhoda: christlutheran@christcotton.com for October/November issue Next Sunday, September 23 9 am Fellowship/Refreshments 9:30 Worship: Blessing of the Backpacks; Installation of Teachers and Helpers; Bibles to FIRST YEAR CONFIRMATION STUDENTS 10:30 2nd Graders and Parent(s) Bible Introduction Class with Pastor Janel 10:45 11:30 Grades 7-12 Sunday School 10:45 am (approx.) Worship on Cable 180 Benefit to Offset Medical Costs for Craig Ahmann, husband of Candice Kolhei, who was diagnosed with Grave IV Glioblastoma brain cancer, will be held on Friday, September 21, in Fargo. Craig s wife Candice is the daughter of Rod and Sandy Kolhei and granddaughter of John and Lois Kolhei. The benefit will be held at The Bowler, 2630 S. University, Fargo, and includes a freewill offering dinner, live and silent auction, and live music. To give online: www.lendahandup.org Caring Bridge: www.caringbridge.org/public/craigahmann A poster is hanging in our front entry at Christ Lutheran. -8-
The Apostle Paul reminds us in Philippians 4:6-7 to, Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. Your prayers are a gift to those requesting them, and encouragement for one another as we experience challenges, sorrows, or thanksgivings of any kind. Health Concerns, as well as Others In Our Hearts and On Our Minds: Craig Ahmann (Candice Kolhei s husband) Brenda Beam (Rhoda s niece) Elaine Elston Frank Edmondson Adela Espinoza Norm Evers Sue Gropel Marge Gigstad Gordy Geistfeld (brother-in-law of Doug and Joyce Warnke) Jon Hakes Alton Huso Joel Krumrey (stroke) Gretchen Noon Rodney Olson Sonny Olson All those dealing with illness, addictions, depression, unemployment, underemployment, and any challenges in their lives. Families of our Congregation. Pray for: Ed and Sandy Boehne Scott and LeeAnn Boehne, Trent & Tyson Merkins, Yvonne Boehne Baptism: Walker Lee Golberg Prayer Requests Death: Corrine Bahn, sister of Darleen Cole; mother of Al (Gina) Bahn Christ Lutheran Church Location: 126 Front Street (corner of Front and North First on the lake) mailing address: P.O. Box 166, Cottonwood, Minnesota 56229 Office Phone and Voice Mail: 507-423-5100 www.christcottonwood.org Find us on Facebook: Christ Lutheran Church Cottonwood MN Pastor Janel Kuester 507 4235100; cell 6517264003; pstrjanel@gmail.com Pastoral Asst. Gwen Arneson 507 4235100; cell 6122805987; gwenarneson@yahoo.com Organist Gwen Arneson See Pastoral Assistant above Administrative Asst. Rhoda Schmidt 507 4235100; cell 5078291426; christlutheran@christcotton.com Accounting Asst. Melanie Olsen cell 5075302064; melanie.olsen@usbank.com Custodians Jon & Jeannette Myrvik cell 5078282401; 8282407; jeannette.myrvik@schwans.com jjmyrvik@charter.net -9-
The third Sunday of each month Christ Lutheran Church offers you the opportunity to give a monetary gi# to help the hungry through the ELCA World Hunger ministry. NEVER FORGET THE HUNGRY Well, in August the writer that prepares these reminders for our bulle+n FORGOT. But we must NEVER FORGET the plight of the hungry in the United States and around the world. And we must NEVER FORGET to help. Use the envelope included to make your gi# to World Hunger. And NEVER FORGET THE HUNGRY! -10-