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ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH
246 Benjamin Street
Romeo, Michigan 48065
Tenth Sunday after Pentecost August 1, 2010
Church Office…………….....586-752-4588
Hotline...............................586-752-1067
Pastor Mark Evans………. 586-752-2498
Email:
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Website www.stjohnromeo.org
9:30 A.M.
WE GATHER TO WORSHIP P=Presiding, A=Assisting, C=Congregation
Prelude.......................................................................................................... Karen Palmer
Congregational Greeting & Theme of the Day:
”Went Fishing With Sam, Day Wasted”
ENTRANCE HYMN: (stand, if you are able):
“All Things Bright and Beautiful” WOV No. 767
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.
KYRIE: WOV Page 28
P: Kyrie eleison;
C: Lord, have mercy.
P: Christe eleison:
C: Christ, have mercy.
P: Kyrie eleison:
C: Lord, have mercy.
HYMN OF PRAISE: WOV Page 29
Glory to God, glory to God, glory to God in the highest;
Glory to God, glory to God, and peace to God’s people on earth.
Lord God, heavenly king, almighty God and Father,
We worship You, we give You thanks, we praise You for Your glory.
Glory to God, glory to God, glory to God in the highest;
Glory to God, glory to God, and peace to God’s people on earth.
PRAYER OF THE DAY:………………………………………………………… WOV Page 30
P: The Lord be with you.
C: And also with you.
P: Let us pray…
C: Lord, we are so easily distracted. Time and time again the stuff of life turns us away from you; but you continue to reach out to us. Your love never fails. We are here this day to thank you for your unfailing love and never-ending mercy. Amen.
THE WORD OF GOD: First Lesson: Hosea 11:1-4, 8-11
1"When Israel was a child, I loved him, and out of Egypt I called my son. 2But the more I called Israel, the further they went from me. They sacrificed to the Baals and they burned incense to images. 3It was I who taught Ephraim to walk, taking them by the arms; but they did not realize it was I who healed them. 4I led them with cords of human kindness, with ties of love; I lifted the yoke from their neck and bent down to feed them. 8"How can I give you up, Ephraim? How can I hand you over, Israel? How can I treat you like Admah? How can I make you like Zeboiim? My heart is changed within me; all my compassion is aroused. 9I will not carry out my fierce anger, nor will I turn and devastate Ephraim. For I am God, and not man-- the Holy One among you. I will not come in wrath. 10They will follow the LORD; he will roar like a lion. When he roars, his children will come trembling from the west. 11They will come trembling like birds from Egypt, like doves from Assyria. I will settle them in their homes," declares the LORD.
Psalm 107:1-9, 43
1 Give thanks to the LORD, for he is good; his love endures forever.
2 Let the redeemed of the LORD say this-- those he redeemed from the hand of
the foe,
3 those he gathered from the lands, from east and west, from north and south.
4 Some wandered in desert wastelands, finding no way to a city where they could
settle.
5 They were hungry and thirsty, and their lives ebbed away.
6 Then they cried out to the LORD in their trouble, and he delivered them from
their distress.
7 He led them by a straight way to a city where they could settle.
8 Let them give thanks to the LORD for his unfailing love and his wonderful
deeds for men,
9 for he satisfies the thirsty and fills the hungry with good things.
43 Whoever is wise, let him heed these things and consider the great love of
the LORD.
Second Lesson: Colossians 3:1-4
1Since, then, you have been raised with Christ, set your hearts on things above, where Christ is seated at the right hand of God. 2Set your minds on things above, not on earthly things. 3For you died, and your life is now hidden with Christ in God. 4When Christ, who is your life, appears, then you also will appear with him in glory.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (stand): WOV No. 613
C:
Celtic Alleluia
Al – le – lu – ia, al – le – lu – ia!
Al – le – lu – ia, al – le – lu – ia!
P: The Holy Gospel according to St. Luke, beginning in the 12th Chapter.
C: Glory to you, O Lord.
Gospel Lesson: Luke 12:13-21
13Someone in the crowd said to him, "Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me." 14Jesus replied, "Man, who appointed me a judge or an arbiter between you?" 15Then he said to them, "Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; a man's life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions." 16And he told them this parable: "The ground of a certain rich man produced a good crop. 17He thought to himself, 'What shall I do? I have no place to store my crops.' 18"Then he said, 'This is what I'll do. I will tear down my barns and build bigger ones, and there I will store all my grain and my goods. 19And I'll say to myself, "You have plenty of good things laid up for many years. Take life easy; eat, drink and be merry."' 20"But God said to him, 'You fool! This very night your life will be demanded from you. Then who will get what you have prepared for yourself?' 21"This is how it will be with anyone who stores up things for himself but is not rich toward God."
P: The Gospel of the Lord.
C: Praise to you, O Christ.
SERMON:................... ”Went Fishing With Sam, Day Wasted”...................David Hudson
PRAISE HYMN: Jesus Loves Me
Jesus loves me, this I know, for the Bible tells me so.
Little ones to Him belong. They are weak but He is strong.
Refrain Yes, Jesus loves me. Yes, Jesus loves me.
Yes, Jesus loves me. The Bible tells me so.
Jesus loves me, He who died, heaven’s gate to open wide.
He will wash away my sin, let His little child come in.
Refrain
Jesus loves me, this I know, as He loved so long ago,
Taking children on His knee, saying, “Let them come to me.”
Refrain
APOSTLES' CREED (stand, if you are able): WOV Page 33
C: 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.
OFFERING/OFFERTORY: (Stand, if you are able, and sing)…………. LBW 565
C: Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heavenly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
A: Let us pray. Merciful God,
C: 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.
Announcements and Recognition of Visitors
People Concerns for the Week Pastor Mark
After the updates of the People Concerns, the Congregation will stand and sing together:
PRAYER HYMN:
In Moments Like These
In moments like these I sing out a song,
I sing out a love song to Jesus.
In moments like these I lift up my hands,
I lift up my hands to the Lord.
Singing, ‘I love you, Lord.’ Singing, ‘I love you, Lord.’
Singing, ‘I love you, Lord, I love you.’
THE PRAYERS (stand, if you are able): WOV Page 34
A: Let us pray for the whole people of God in Christ Jesus,
and for all people according to their needs.
Each portion of the prayers concludes with these words:
A: Lord, in your mercy,
C: hear our prayer.
The prayers conclude with these words:
P: Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray,
trusting in your mercy; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.
C: Amen.
THE LORD’S PRAYER: (Stand if you are able) WOV Page 39
P: Lord, remember us in your kingdom, and teach us to pray:
C: 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.
THE BENEDICTION:
P: The Lord bless you and keep you.
The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you.
The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace.
C: Amen.
CLOSING HYMN: “Great is Thy Faithfulness” WOV No. 771
DISMISSAL:
A: Go in peace. Serve the Lord.
C: Thanks be to God!
Postlude .......Karen Palmer
All songs are reprinted with permission according to copyright laws under CCLI License #1297012.
To Our Visitors and Guests, Thank You for joining us for worship today. Please fill out a visitor card and give to the usher, or sign our guest register book in the front entrance when you leave. Please come and join us again.
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VOLUNTEER MINISTERS FOR AUGUST 1, 2010
Assisting Minister: Mellissa Lehman
Acolyte: Stacie Sambrano
Greeters: Volunteers Please
Reader: Shirley Wilburn
Nursery: Amber Bryce
Ushers: Ann & Jeff Beyerlein,
Volunteers Please
Counters: Don & Sue Schwartz
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THE WEEKLY BULLETIN JULY 31/AUGUST 1, 2010
GUESTS & VISITORS:
The members of St. John Lutheran Church and their Pastor extend to you a most cordial welcome and wish you a blessed worship hour with us. A staffed nursery is available for children 4 and under in the back of the church on Sundays.
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Volunteer Ministers for
August 8, 2010
Assisting Minister:
Marlene Stieve
Acolyte:
Kristin & Jennifer Stofflet
Greeters:
Jurg & Leslie Hauptli
Reader:
Karen Joyce
Nursery:
Lisa Price
Communion Care/Bread:
Aline Colbert
Ushers:
Jan Gallagher, Erin Rodger; Volunteers Please!
Counters:
DROP BAG
Coffee Hour
Erin Rodger, Jan Gallagher
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Last Week’s Attendance:
Saturday,7/24.................41
Sunday, 7/25
9:30am...........................91
Total = 132
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Interested in reading one of the book club books but think that you have to join the computer blog to take part? Read anyway! If you’re not computer savvy, or are just not interested in blogging as a form of communication, we still want you to be involved. Pick up a copy of something that interests you and don’t worry about anything other than your own enjoyment of the book. Also, if you like one of the authors you’re reading, look around at the shelves in the book nook. There are other books by most of the authors chosen. We’ve also added other books (such as the Joshua Series and the Father Tim Series) to the area for your easy reach and enjoyment.
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“BE THE CHURCH” returns on October 9-10, 2010. Be ready for more information to follow.
In an effort to help reduce expenses, we will not be issuing June giving statements. If you are in need of a statement, please contact Jill Kasper in the Finance Office and she will be happy to run one for you.
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Did you just graduate from college or will soon? Steve Schocke from Thrivent Financial will be holding a class on everything you need to know about finance to begin planning your future. Budgeting, insurance, retirement savings (yes, you really DO need to think about it now) are all topics to be covered. Bring your questions and your friends on August 15th, 2010 at 6:30pm here at St. John. Pizza and soda will be served. Please call the church office to register.
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DAY CAMP AND VBS is here Aug 2 - 6
Mark your calendars!
St. John along with Living Waters Ministries will once again be holding Day Camp this year. Any child who has completed Kindergarten through 5th grade is welcome to attend. Day Camp will be help from August 2-6 here at St. John and will run from 9 am--3 pm. Also, we will be holding Vacation Bible School during the same time from 9 am-11:30 am. Vacation Bible School is for children entering pre-school and Kindergarten. Forms for both camp and VBS are available in the main hallway on the Youth Bulletin Board.
Volunteers Needed.
We found two families (Schwartz and Niehaus) to host the 4 counselors from Living Waters Ministries the week of August 1st-6th. This is the week of Day Camp and VBS. If you are interested, for next year please see Jennifer Stark for more information.
Also, we still need volunteers to help with VBS that week. If you are available in the morning of the week of August 2nd-6th and would like to help out with the little kids in various activities--it would be greatly appreciated. There is a sign up sheet in the Gathering Area. Thank you!
DID YOU KNOW...
Our Fellowship Hall is available to rent for your graduation parties, bridal or baby showers, family reunions, etc.? Members and non-members alike can rent our space (kitchen facilities included) for a very reasonable fee. Call the church office at 586-752-4588 for details!
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AUGUST PANTRY NEEDS FOR SAMARITAN HOUSE
COOKING OIL + CEREAL + COFFEE/TEA + CANNED FRUIT + DRY MILK + SUGAR + PANCAKE MIX + SYRUP + CANNED FRUIT + FLOUR + OATMEAL + TOMATO PRODUCTS + BAKED BEANS + BAR SOAP + SHAMPOO + TAMPONS/PADS + DISPOSABLE RAZORS + DIAPERS SIZE 4, 5, 6 +TOILET PAPER + DEODORANT + DISH SOAP + TOOTHPASTE + TOOTHBRUSHES
We appreciate any non-perishable food items and toiletries that you can donate. Drop off your food donations during our normal business hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 10-6 and Friday 10 – 4. We are located at: 62324 Van Dyke, Washington, MI 48094, (586) 336-9956.
Please note that there are black cupboards in both the main hallway and also up near the entrance to the sanctuary for Samaritan House Food collection.
St. John Lutheran is a Stephen Ministry Congregation
Please call:
Jan Alling at 586-752-7016
or Jan or Bob Gallardo at:
586-781-5803 for more information.
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INTERESTED IN READING THE BIBLE?
HAVE YOU EVER READ THROUGH THE BIBLE FROM BEGINNING TO END? THIS MAY BE THEYEAR YOU CHOOSE TO BEGIN. THE ONE YEAR BIBLE (NIV)) WILL BE GIVEN TO MEMBERS ON THE FIRST SUNDAY OF EACH MONTH. TO RECEIVE A BIBLE YOU MUST SIGN UP. LARGE PRINT BIBLES ARE AVAILABLE BUT YOU MUST ASK FOR ONE WHEN YOU SIGN UP (PLEASE PUT AN LP AFTER YOUR NAME). THERE IS NO CHARGE FOR THE BIBLE AS THEY WERE DONATED TO THE CHURCH.
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Meijer Community Rewards for
JUNE 2010
$18.34
YTD for 2010: $109.17
Thank you, Shoppers!
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WELCA JULY/AUGUST PROJECT -
SCHOOL KITS:
70 Page Spiral Notebook
25-30 Page Coloring Book
Box of Crayons
4 oz. School Glue
Pencils
Pencil Sharpener
Eraser
12” Ruler
Blunt Scissors
Thank You very much!
Please note that WELCA donations are still accepted in the main hallway but are now inside of the black cupboard in the labeled drawers.
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Please save your pop can tabs and turn them in at the church for the purchase of kidney machines. Over 186.5 lbs. have been collected since February 2007! This fundraiser is for the purchase of kidney machines.
We are continuing to collect “Pennies for Peace”. We’ve managed to fill one of the window sills in the Gathering Area with jars filled with pennies. Please continue to bring in your change. We would love to fill all of the window sills, the fireplace mantel and any other available space before the year ends.
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NEWSPAPER AND MAGAZINE RECYCLING
Thank you for the tremendous response with this! In June we recycled 3.45 tons and received $17.25. Year to date for 2010 – $145.65. Landfill space saved – 10.76 cubic yards. The total collected since the program began in 2005 is $4,186.32. Thank you!
PLEASE, NO CARDBOARD or PHONE BOOKS
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THRIVENT FINANCIAL BOWLING NIGHT!!!
WHO: For Thrivent Financial members and their guests
WHAT: Your Thrivent Financial for Lutherans North Macomb chapter is hosting a bowling event. Complimentary pizza, pop, and 2 games of bowling will be provided.
WHERE: Salt River Lanes, 33633 23 Mile Road, Chesterfield, MI 48047
WHEN: Thursday, August 19th from 7pm – 10pm
WHY: Great Fellowship, fun and to introduce our friends to Thrivent.
There will be a free will donation will all proceeds going to a student in the seminary.
RSVP by August 16 to Dan Sequin at
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or (586)677-4908.
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THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN, JULY 31-AUGUST 8, 2010
Saturday -Worship, 5pm
Sunday -Worship, 9:30am
Tuesday -Weight Watchers, 5:45pm and 7pm
Wednesday -LOVE Day II, 9am
-Tai Chi, 10:30am
-WELCA, 12:30PM
Thursday -AA/Alanon, 8pm
Saturday -Worship w/Communion, 5pm
Sunday -Worship w/Communion, 9:30am
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