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ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH
246 Benjamin Street Romeo, Michigan 48065
Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost August 29, 2010
Church Office…………….....752-4588 Hotline...............................752-1067
Pastor Mark Evans………. 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.......................................................................................................... Jan Evans
Congregational Greeting & Theme of the Day:
”Keep Remembering!”
ENTRANCE HYMN: (stand, if you are able):
“Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” LBW No. 315
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, in this fast-paced, anything-goes culture, we have terribly short memories. Through the example of Jesus and the power of Your Holy Spirit, remind us of the things that please You. Amen.
THE WORD OF GOD: First Lesson: Jeremiah 2:4-8
4 Hear the word of the LORD, O house of Jacob, all you clans of the house of Israel.
5This is what the LORD says: "What fault did your fathers find in me, that they strayed so far from me? They followed worthless idols and became worthless themselves. 6They did not ask, 'Where is the LORD, who brought us up out of Egypt and led us through the barren wilderness, through a land of deserts and rifts, a land of drought and darkness, a land where no one travels and no one lives?' 7I brought you into a fertile land to eat its fruit and rich produce. But you came and defiled my land and made my inheritance detestable. 8The priests did not ask, 'Where is the LORD?' Those who deal with the law did not know me; the leaders rebelled against me. The prophets prophesied by Baal, following worthless idols.
Psalm 81:1, 10-16
1 Sing for joy to God our strength; shout aloud to the God of Jacob!
10 I am the LORD your God, who brought you up out of Egypt. Open wide your mouth and I will fill it.
11 "But my people would not listen to me; Israel would not submit to me.
12 So I gave them over to their stubborn hearts to follow their own devices.
13 "If my people would but listen to me, if Israel would follow my ways,
14 how quickly would I subdue their enemies and turn my hand against their foes!
15 Those who hate the LORD would cringe before him, and their punishment would last forever.
16 But you would be fed with the finest of wheat; with honey from the rock I would satisfy you."
Second Lesson: Hebrews 13:1-8
1Keep on loving each other as brothers. 2Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some people have entertained angels without knowing it. 3Remember those in prison as if you were their fellow prisoners, and those who are mistreated as if you yourselves were suffering. 4Marriage should be honored by all, and the marriage bed kept pure, for God will judge the adulterer and all the sexually immoral. 5Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, because God has said, "Never will I leave you; never will I forsake you." 6So we say with confidence, "The Lord is my helper; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me?" 7Remember your leaders, who spoke the word of God to you. Consider the outcome of their way of life and imitate their faith. 8Jesus Christ is the same yesterday and today and forever.
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 14th Chapter.
C: Glory to you, O Lord.
Gospel Lesson: Luke 14:12-14
12Then Jesus said to his host, "When you give a luncheon or dinner, do not invite your friends, your brothers or relatives, or your rich neighbors; if you do, they may invite you back and so you will be repaid. 13But when you give a banquet, invite the poor, the crippled, the lame, the blind, 14and you will be blessed. Although they cannot repay you, you will be repaid at the resurrection of the righteous."
P: The Gospel of the Lord.
C: Praise to you, O Christ.
SERMON:................................ ”Keep Remembering!”..........................Pastor Mark Evans
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: “In Christ, There is No East or West” LBW No. 359
DISMISSAL:
A: Go in peace. Serve the Lord.
C: Thanks be to God!
Postlude .......Jan Evans
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.
VOLUNTEER MINISTERS FOR AUGUST 29, 2010
Assisting Minister: TBA
Acolyte: Harrison & Hannah Hunt
Greeters: Vi Ladner
Reader: Scott Palmer
Nursery: Suzanne Jaroh
Ushers: Steve Springstubbe, Velma Springstubbe
Counters: Deb Thompson, Cheryl Hozdish
Coffee Hour: Karen Joyce
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THE WEEKLY BULLETIN AUGUST 28/29, 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
September 5, 2010
Assisting Minister:
TBA
Acolyte:
VOLUNTEERS PLEASE
Greeters:
VOLUNTEERS PLEASE
Reader:
VOLUNTEERS PLEASE
Nursery:
VOLUNTEERS PLEASE
Ushers:
VOLUNTEERS PLEASE
Counters:
VOLUNTEERS PLEASE
Coffee Hour
VOLUNTEERS PLEASE
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Last Week’s Attendance:
Saturday,8/21.................45
Sunday, 8/22
9:30am.........................124
Beginning on Sunday, September 12th, we return to 2 Sunday services at 8:30 and 10:30 a.m. Sunday School also begins again at 10:15 a.m.
WOMEN OF St. John
Countdown to Bible Study:
+ In 3-4 days
+ Wednesday, Sep. 1st
+ 12:30pm
+ Gathering Area
+ Bring your Bible
Pastor Mark has put together a sermon series and a Bible study series called “Have a Little Faith”. This is based on the book by the same name and written by Mitch Albom. Come and study with us!
Before the study begins, we have coffee or tea and a small snack such as cookies, brownies, etc.
We’re looking forward to seeing you and studying together.
WELCA Church Group
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CHURCH PICNIC –
Saturday, October 2nd
AND
“BE THE CHURCH” returns on October 9-10, 2010. Watch for more information to follow.
BRUNCH BUNCH WITH JESUS!
COMING SOON!
September 26, 2010
9:30-10:30am
Mark it on your calendar so you don’t miss it.
Great Food
Great Music
Great Smiles
Great Message
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Regular church office hours begin again the week of September 13th. We will be open Monday through Friday, 8am-4pm.
We are closed Monday, Sept. 6th for Labor Day, but will be open Tuesday – Friday.
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Tuesday Night Euchre
Sponsored by the
St. John Men’s Club
We’re off for the summer! Come join us again in the fall on September 14th and continues on the 2nd Tuesday of each month after that.
6:00 pm Registration
6:30 pm Start time
$10 Fee includes snacks, and prizes.
SEPTEMBER PANTRY NEEDS FOR SAMARITAN HOUSE
TOILET PAPER * BAR SOAP * ENSURE * SHAMPOO * TAMPONS & PADS
TOOTHPASTE * CEREAL * JELLY * ELBOW MACARONI * PANCAKE SYRUP
BEEF STEW & CHILI * PANCAKE MIX
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.
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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.
We invite Pre-school thru 5th Grade children to join us! Kids of the Kingdom (KOK Kids) meet between services at 9:45-10:20am upstairs in the room next to the library and then the children go down to Sunday School. Any questions or concerns, please contact Marlene Stieve (248-651-7394) or Karen Palmer (586-752-7734). We practice 3 times a month and usually sing once a month at the 10:30 service.
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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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Meijer Community Rewards for
JULY 2010
$16.83
YTD for 2010: $126.00
Thank you,
Shoppers!
The Can-Do Ringers Bell Choir is open to anyone 4th grade on up to 100. You don’t have to know how to play a bell or read music to join. We take it slow and show you how to ring properly and follow the music. Rehearsals are on Mondays at 6:30pm and last an hour. We play one Sunday a month at both services. Choir members must commit to make as many rehearsals as possible. If you are interested, call Pat Koleda at 586-992-0646 or the church office and come to our first rehearsal on Monday, Sept. 13th at 6:30pm.
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Do you have special gifts that you could share with our kids? Have you considered teaching Sunday School but you don’t have the time to do it weekly? We are in need of several people who would be willing to TEAM TEACH. If you would like to hear more about this call Joan Stofflet at 781-0737 or the church office.
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Pastor Mark’s
Sermon Series on
“Have a Little Faith”!
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.
Women of Faith Fall Retreat
October 23-24
Lake Huron Retreat Center
Burtchville, MI 48-59
For more information, pick up a flyer in the Gathering Area.
Registration deadline: 10/1/10
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 or the church office for more information.
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN, AUGUST 28-SEPTEMBER 6, 2010
Saturday -Worship, 5pm
Sunday -Worship, 9:30am
Monday -Symphonia Chorale Board, 6:30pm
Tuesday -Weight Watchers, 5:45pm and 7pm
Wednesday -LOVE Day II, 9am-12pm
-Tai Chi, 10:30am
-WELCA Bible Study, 12:30pm
Thursday -AA/Alanon, 8pm
Friday -WAYWARD WIND CONCERT, 7-11pm
Saturday -Worship w/Communion & Wayward Wind, 5pm
-WAYWARD WIND CONCERT, 7-11pm
Sunday -Worship, 9:30am
Monday -OFFICE CLOSED for Labor Day
VOLUNTEER MINISTERS FOR AUGUST 29, 2010
Assisting Minister: TBA
Acolyte: Harrison & Hannah Hunt
Greeters: Vi Ladner
Reader: Scott Palmer
Nursery: Suzanne Jaroh
Ushers: Velma Springstubbe, Steve Springstubbe,
Volunteers Please!
Counters: Deb Thompson, Cheryl Hozdish
Coffee Hour: Karen Joyce
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