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Worship Service

July 25, 2010

Divine Service II

Ninth Sunday after Pentecost

CHURCH BELLS/WELCOME TO WORSHIP

HYMN #725: “Children of the Heavenly Father”

INVOCATION
P: In the name of the Father and of the (+) Son and of the Holy Spirit.
C: Amen.

CONFESSION
P: If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
C: But if we confess our sins, God, who is faithful and just, will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
P: Let us then confess our sins to God our Father.
C: Most merciful God, we confess that we are by nature sinful and unclean. We have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we
have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We justly deserve your present and eternal punishment. For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in your will and walk in your ways to the glory of your holy name. Amen.

ABSOLUTION
P: Almighty God in his mercy has given his Son to die for you and for his sake forgives you all your sins. As a called and ordained servant of the Word I therefore forgive you all your sins in the name of the Father and of the (+) Son and of the Holy Spirit.
C: Amen.

INTROIT
P: Your word is a lamp to my feet
C: and a light for my path.
P: Teach me your way, O Lord,
C: and I will walk in your truth;
P: give me an undivided heart,
C: that I may fear your name.
P: I will praise you, O Lord my God, with all my heart;
C: I will glorify your name forever.
P: For great is your love toward me;
C: you have delivered my soul from the depths of the grave.
P: Glory be to the Father and to the Son
C: and to the Holy Spirit;
P: as it was in the beginning,
C: is now, and will be forever. Amen
P: Your word is a lamp to my feet
C: and a light for my path.

KYRIE (spoken)
P: In peace let us pray to the Lord.
C: Lord, have mercy.
P: For the peace from above and for our salvation let us pray to the Lord.
C: Lord have mercy.
P: For the peace of the whole world, for the well-being of the Church of God, and for the unity of all let us pray to the Lord.
C: Lord have mercy.
P: For this holy house and for all who offer here their worship and praise let us pray to the Lord.
C: Lord have mercy.
P: Help, save, comfort, and defend us, gracious Lord.
C: Amen.

COLLECT
Grant us, Lord, the Spirit to think and do always such things as are pleasing in your sight that we, who without you cannot do anything that is good, may by you be enabled to live according to your will; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

SCRIPTURE LESSONS……………………………………...Genesis 18 (17-19) 20-33; Colossians 2:6-15 (16-19)

GOSPEL LESSON…………………………………………...Luke 11:1-3

HYMN #728: “How Firm a Foundation”

SERMON: “Rooted, Built Up, Established” (Colossians 2:6-7)

THE APOSTLE’S CREED (inside back cover of Lutheran Service Book)

OFFERING

PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH
P: Lord in your mercy
C: Hear our prayer

THE LORD’S PRAYER (inside back cover of LSB)

BENEDICTION

HYMN #727: “On Eagles’ Wings”

ANNOUNCEMENTS/POSTLUDE

Announcements

1. ELEVATOR FUND- As of June 30th, 2010 the current total balance due yet on elevator fund is the interest on the private loan of ($40,000 which has been paid back in full.) The holder of the $5,000 private loan has stated that it does not have to be paid back so now it is considered a donation. A BIG THANK YOU to everyone that has supported this project.

2. SENIOR WORSHIP-Senior Worship for August will be held the 2nd Wednesday, August 11th.

3. BANNER-Creation of a banner/artwork for the front of our church with our Mission Statement "Reach out and Share the Love of Christ through Word and Service" has been approved as a new gift fund project. The wall hanging will be created by artist Joan Bode from Chaska. Cost of the project is $1,500. We have already received gifts totaling $600 towards this project. For more information about the banner, talk to Donna Machemehl or Jane Holasek.

4. DIRECT DEPOSIT- St. Paul’s Lutheran Church is pleased to announce the introduction of an electronic option for making regular offerings. Contributions can now be debited automatically from your checking or savings account. Our new electronic giving program offers convenience for you and much-needed donation consistency for our congregation. If you are currently giving on a weekly basis, you will no longer need to write out 52 checks a year. And, when travel, illness or other circumstances prevent you from attending services, this program will allow your weekly offerings to continue on an uninterrupted basis. An authorization form and a “Frequently Asked Questions” are available on the desk in the upper narthex. Please contact Mandy Lyons for any questions (320-282-2710). Completed forms can be dropped off or mailed to the church office.

5. THANK YOU to all of you that came to the pancake breakfast and bake sale, we appreciate everyone’s support. Also, THANK YOU, to all the volunteers who helped out or baked; without YOU we would not be able to have these special events. Thanks, Stewardship

6. THANK YOU for the free will donation of $401.00. It really helped out with my Eagle Scout project at the church cemetery. Derek Litzau

7. SWEET CORN: The end of July should provide a start to the Sweet Corn Season. This year the Adult Choir will be offering SWEET CORN for sale after the 1st and thru the 2nd service in the east parking lot. Sweet Corn should be available starting July 25th. Free Will Donations (suggested $4 per dozen) will be used to purchase music and supplies for the Music Ministry here at St Paul's. Enjoy the Sweet Corn this summer and then join the Adult Choir this fall and experience what we can make happen with your generosity.

8. SCHEDULE: Thank you to everyone who offers their time and talent to help during our Worship Services. A reminder will be printed in the bulletin as to who is “on duty” for the following week. For August 1st; Ushers: 8:00 AM Tom Feltmann, Kent Landin, Steven Dietel, Pat Feltmann; 9:30 AM: Jim Hoof, Chris Schultz, Ron Unglaub, Paul Seefeldt; Acolytes: 8:00 AM: C. Sebora, A. Harwood; 9:30 AM: D. Johnson, D. Maesse; Greeters: 8:00 AM: Willard and Barb Parpart; 9:30 AM Brad & Jenna Countryman.

9. YOUTH NIGHT- All youth in 7th - 12th grades are invited out to Holasek's this Wednesday night for games, food & a little time in God's Word from 7-9 P.M. The Camp Omega counselors will lead us in a Bible Study around the fire. S’mores & drinks will be provided. Let Jenna know if you need a ride otherwise just meet out at Holasek's.

10. GIFTS- Taylor Schneewind and Erin Schwartz please pick up your graduation gift in the Upper Narthex, thank you!

11. CAMP OMEGA and Vacation Bible School are finally here! Please pray for a successful and fun week as we share our Savior’s love with those attending!

12. NEEDED-We need parent volunteers to help paint the Nursery 3, Nursery 4 and kindergarten rooms the week of August 22. If interested, please sign up on the sheet in the Upper Narthex. Thank you!

13. THANK YOU to Jason and Mandy Lyons and Mike and Karla Heigl for housing the Camp Omega counselors this week! We appreciate you freely opening up your home for them!

14. MEETING- The LWML will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, August 2nd at 7:00 pm. The program for the evening is “Outdoor Fun”. Please come hungry and bring a folding or lawn chair. If there is inclement weather, the meeting will be held in the fellowship hall. Please bring a guest. All women of the congregation are welcome to join us.

15. THANK YOU! We Did It! Thank you, Thank you. We reached our MN South District Goal for the 2008-2010 Biennium of $180,000. In fact, St. Paul’s LWML was the 5th highest in giving in the MN South of 201 societies. We couldn’t have done it without your help. Thanks again!

16. HELP WANTED- St. Peter Lutheran Church, Lester Prairie is in need of a part-time secretary to work in our church office. Our current secretary is retiring July 31, 2010. If you have an interest please contact Pastor Dave Erbel for more information. He can be reached at: revdaviderbel@gmail.com or the church office [320-395-2811] or cell [612-799-9119].

17. AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY’S McLeod County Relay For Life will be held the afternoon and evening of Friday, August 6th. See poster on bulletin board for details. For donations and luminaries call Jan Monroe (395-2623) or Donna Machemehl (395-2246).

18. ICE CREAM SOCIAL St. Peter Lutheran Church of Lester Prairie will be hosting their annual Ice Cream Social along with a Country Store and Bake Sale today, Sunday, July 25, 2010. Serving time will be from 3:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Everyone is encouraged to attend for some fun, fellowship and of course good eats. The food looks terrific. We will be serving Hamburgers, BBQ's, Hot dogs, and all the trimmings, Potato Salad, Baked beans, Chips, Pie with or without Ice Cream (your choice), Root beer floats, Coffee, Milk and Lemonade. Come and join us in fellowship with old and new friends. See you at the Social!! Sponsored by the church council of St. Peter's.

Weekly Calendar

Sun. July 25^th	8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m.	WORSHIP WORSHIP
Mon. July 26^th	9:00 a.m.	VBS/Camp Omega
Tues. July 27^th	9:00 a.m.	VBS/Camp Omega
Wed. July 28^th	9:00 a.m. Noon 7:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.	VBS/Camp Omega Deadline for Bulletin Truth Project Bible Study Camp Omega Youth Night at Holasek’s
Thurs. July 29^th	9:00 a.m.	VBS/Camp Omega
Fri. July 30^th	9:00 a.m.	VBS/Camp Omega
Sat. July 31^st	5:30 p.m.	WORSHIP W/ COMMUNION
Sun. Aug. 1^st	8:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m.	WORSHIP W/ COMMUNION WORSHIP W/ COMMUNION

Last Updated:07/27/10