KEEP IT REAL! BRING IT HOME!

ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN

CHURCH OF STEINBACH INC. MEMBER OF THE EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN CANADA

October 2, 2016October 2, 2016October 2, 2016October 2, 2016

Welcome to Our Traditional Worship ServiceWelcome to Our Traditional Worship ServiceWelcome to Our Traditional Worship ServiceWelcome to Our Traditional Worship Service

465 Henry Street, Steinbach MB R5G 0H1 204-326-3758 Fax 204-326-2548

email: office@stpaulsteinbach.org www.stpaulsteinbach.org

THE NUMBERS ATTENDANCE: September 25: 9:25 - 188; 11:05 - 70 Christian Education - 68; Teachers/Guides - 23 OFFERING: September 25 - $13,279.10 (includes September direct deposit)

OUR MISSION God’s purpose for

St. Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church is: Accepting all people through God’s grace,

sharing our faith in Christ, and making disciples.

Lead Pastor: Rev. Terry Gudmundson 204-380-3293

Associate Pastor: Rev. Melissa Frankland 204-293-7930

DID YOU KNOW? Faith has always been a “hot”

topic for discussion in the church

through the centuries. It can be

a difficult thing to understand

and to get a firm grasp of. It may

not surprise you to know that Martin Luther had much to

say on the topic of faith:

“Faith is not what some people think it is. Because they

observe that faith is not followed by good works or a better

life, they fall into error, even though they speak and hear

much about faith. “Faith is not enough,” they say, “You

must do good works, you must be pious to be saved.” They

think that, when you hear the gospel, you start working,

creating by your own strength a thankful heart which says,

“I believe.” That is what they think true faith is.

“Instead, faith is God’s work in us that changes us and gives

new birth from God. (John 1:13) It brings the Holy Spirit

with it. Yes, it is a living, creative, active and powerful thing,

this faith. Faith cannot help doing good works constantly. It

doesn’t stop to ask if good works ought to be done, but

before anyone asks, it already has done them and contin-

ues to do them without ceasing.

“Faith is a living, bold trust in God’s grace, so certain of

God’s favor that it would risk death a thousand times trust-

ing in it. Such confidence and knowledge of God’s grace

makes you happy, joyful and bold in your relationship to

God and all creatures. The Holy Spirit makes this happen

through faith. Because of it, you freely, willingly and joyfully

do good to everyone, serve everyone, suffer all kinds of

things, love and praise the God who has shown you such

grace. Thus, it is just as impossible to separate faith and

works as it is to separate heat and light from fire!”

An excerpt from “An Introduction to St. Paul’s Letter to the

Romans,” Luther’s German Bible of 1522 by Martin Luther.

THIS WEEK’S CALENDAR

Today 7:00 Sr. Youth Music Bible Study Tuesday 10:00 Moms & Tots 7:00 Young Adults @ Coffee Culture Wednesday 6:30 am Men’s Fellowship 3:00 Sing-Song @ Bethesda Place 6:00 Jr. Youth Food Drive 7:00 Pioneer Girls, Scouts Thursday 2:00 Lutheran Church Women Group 2 7:30 Home Bible Study Friday St. Paul’s Volunteers @ Soup’s On Saturday 7:00 am Lutheran Men in Mission, Smitty’s Sunday Family Sunday - NO Confirmation, Sunday School, Adult Study or Sr. Youth 9:25 Traditional Service with Traditional Communion 11:05 Contemporary Service with Traditional Communion

LOOKING AHEAD:

• Sunday, Oct. 16 ∗ Confirmation Parent Meeting, 10:45 am

∗ Thanksgiving Potluck Dinner, 12:00 noon • Sunday, Nov. 6, All Saints Sunday ∗ One service only, 10:00 am

HOLY BAPTISM

In Holy Baptism the triune God delivers us from the forces of evil, puts our sinful self to death, gives

us new birth, adopts us as children, and makes us members of the body of Christ, the church.

The Christian community at worship celebrates God’s gift of baptism in a number of ways. The sacrament itself normally takes place in the midst of the worshiping assembly as a sign that in baptism we are made one with Christ and with the whole people of God. On behalf of the whole church, we promise support to new sisters and brothers, confess the faith with them, and welcome them into the body of Christ. Water connected to the Word - God’s saving promise in Jesus Christ - is at the center of the baptismal celebration.

Although a person is baptized once, the gift of baptism continues throughout a Christian’s life. Instruction in the faith for a life of discipleship is part of the preparation of those who are to be baptized or their parents and sponsors. The ongoing nurture of that faith is part of the congregation’s ministries of formation, education, service, and evangelical witness.

YOUNG ADULTS: THEOLOGY ON TAP If you are between the ages of 19 & 30, you are invited to join us at Coffee Culture on Tuesday, October 4, 7:00 pm, for a time of fellowship and discussions on all mat-ters of faith, set in a relaxed atmosphere. So - grab your siblings, your friends, and if you’re really excited about this new adventure, even strangers - and head on down to Coffee Culture! See you Tuesday. Bring your ques-tions. (Note: You do not have to be a university student to attend).

THERE IS A REDEEMER

There is a Redeemer, Jesus, God’s own Son;

Precious Lamb of God, Messiah, Holy One.

Chorus:

Thank You, oh, my Father,

for giving us Your Son,

and leaving your Spirit

‘til the work on earth is done.

Jesus, my Redeemer, name above all names;

Precious Lamb of God, Messiah, O for sinners slain.

When I stand in Glory, I will see His face,

There I’ll serve my King forever in that holy place.

LOOKING FOR A

YOUTH MINISTRY LEADER

St Paul’s Evangelical Lutheran Church, Steinbach is

looking for a dynamic individual to join our youth

ministry team for a part-time term position, under the

direction of our Associate Pastor.

Your ministry will include building relationships with

youth based upon the beliefs and constitution of St

Paul’s.

Expectations include:

• planning and attending weekly youth activities

(Jr and Sr Youth)

• interacting with youth at school, sporting events and

other community events

• helping youth to grow in faith

• working with volunteer leaders

Must be flexible with availability.

Please send resume, with references, to

office@stpaulsteinbach.org or drop off at

465 Henry Street, Steinbach

Applications will be accepted until 2pm October 14th,

2016. REFORMATION COMMEMORATION

Can’t travel to Wittenberg, Germany to celebrate the 500th anniversary of Martin Luther’s posting of the Ninety-five Theses on the church door? Then join Bishop Elaine and other fellow Lutherans for a bus trip to Minneapolis to visit the Exhibit of Martin Luther artifacts that have traveled from Germany to North America for the first time ever! For more information contact the church office. To register, call Debbie at the MNO Synod office, 204-889-3760 or email dbeyer@elcic.ca. Firm deadline to register is October 5.

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 16, 12:00 NOON

THANKSGIVING POTLUCK DINNER See insert for details

↑ Gospel Acclamation: “Alleluia” (sung) - p. 205 Alleluia! Lord and Savior, open now your saving word. Let it burn like fire within us; speak until our hearts are stirred. Alleluia! Lord, we sing, for the good news that you bring.

HOLY GOSPEL: Luke 17:1-10

Congregational response after the announcement: Glory to you, O Lord.

1 Jesus said to his disciples, ‘Occasions for stumbling are bound to come, but woe to anyone by whom they come! 2It would be better for you if a millstone were hung around your neck and you were thrown into the sea than for you to cause one of these little ones to stumble. 3Be on your guard! If another disciple sins, you must rebuke the offender, and if there is repentance, you must forgive. 4And if the same person sins against you seven times a day, and turns back to you seven times and says, “I repent”, you must forgive.’ 5 The apostles said to the Lord, ‘Increase our faith!’ 6The Lord replied, ‘If you had faith the size of a mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree, “Be uprooted and planted in the sea”, and it would obey you. 7 ‘Who among you would say to your slave who has just come in from ploughing or tending sheep in the field, “Come here at once and take your place at the table”? 8Would you not rather say to him, “Prepare supper for me, put on your apron and serve me while I eat and drink; later you may eat and drink”? 9Do you thank the slave for doing what was commanded? 10So you also, when you have done all that you were ordered to do, say, “We are worthless slaves; we have done only what we ought to have done!” ’

L. The Gospel of the Lord. C. Praise to you, O Christ.

↓ Message Hymn of the Day:

“How Firm a Foundation” - # 796 ↑ Apostles’ Creed - p. 105 Prayers of the People Sharing of the Peace ↓ Offering Special Music: Rose Angell - ”Snow White Dove” ↑ Offertory - Doxology - # 884 The Great Thanksgiving - p. 206-207 The Lord’s Prayer - p. 208 ↓ Communion

Hymns (sung during the distribution):

“Let Us Break Bread Together” - # 471

“Light Dawns on a Weary World” - # 726

“There Is a Balm in Gilead” - # 614

“On Eagle’s Wings” - # 787

“There Is A Redeemer” - printed on back page

↑ Prayer after Communion The Benediction - Blessing Sending Song:

“Lord, Dismiss Us with Your Blessing” - # 545

CONTINUOUS STYLE COMMUNION Holy Communion is offered in the CONTINUOUS FORMAT today. Registration cards are available in

the pews and at the side entrance. Participants are asked to fill out a card and place it in the basket provided or in the offering plate. All are welcome at God’s table.

HOLY BAPTISM Received into the family of the Lord our God through Holy Baptism at the 11:05 service today is Parker Hayden Funk, son of Colton and Kelsey

(Dandenault) Funk. Godparents are Blain Funk and Danika Funk. “Jesus said: ‘Let the little children come to me and do not stop them; for it is to such as these that the kingdom of heaven belongs’.”

PRAYER REMINDERS In your prayers this week, please remember Joan Schultz, John Klassen, Kathy Doerksen, Ray Schalla, Henry Schalla, Henrietta Reimer, Rudolf

(Roy) Freund, Emma Kuehn, Wanda Hoehn, Tina Heckert, Lee Schmidtke, Chris Funk, Katarina Grienke, Marlene Klassen, Evelyn (Art) Krentz, Helmuth Renz and Elsie Schilke. Please also include those from St. Paul’s who make their home in care homes: at Bethesda Place, Louise (David) Falk, Louise (Jake) Falk, Janet Harder, Lena Krentz, Rose Rempel and Della Schmitke; at Vita Personal Care Home, Jake Falk; and at Rest Haven Nursing Home, Hazel Dutchak.

GIFT OF REMEMBRANCE In a tribute of love and remembrance, a Memorial Gift has been received in memory of Art Schultz, who passed away August 2, 2016, from Reimer Management Ltd., Steinbach. “God has you in His keeping, we have you in our hearts.”

SING-SONG ON WEDNESDAY Reminder: Sing-Song at Bethesda Place on Wednesday, Oct. 5, 3:00 pm. Volunteers who come to help with the service will be blessed as they share the gospel with the residents. Contact Marieanne Schwarz, 204-320-1913.

MITTEN TREE IS UP! A sure sign of the changing seasons is that the Mitten Tree is up. Your donations of mittens, toques, scarves, sweaters and all manner of warm winter gear are much appreciated. The tree is one of several mission projects initiated by the St. Paul’s Lutheran Church Women’s Group 1. It will remain up until November 6, after which the items will be forwarded to those in need.

CONFIRMATION MEETING A meeting will be held Sunday, Oct. 16, 10:45 am in the Board Room for all parents and youth in the Head to Heart Confirmation Program. It is especially important that those new to the program attend.

THANK YOU DEPARTMENT

• Thank you to all who helped bring the service at Bridgepark Manor this morning.

• Thank you to Rose Angell and Eleanor Wiebe for the special music at the 9:25 service today, and to all others who assisted with the service.

Please Note: Small numbers (eg. p. 211) refer to liturgical settings at the beginning of the Lutheran Book of Worship.

Larger bold numbers (eg. # 239) refer to hymn numbers. The up arrow means the congregation is asked to stand, the down arrow, to be seated.

Welcome & Announcements ↑ Confession & Forgiveness - p. 94-96 Gathering Song:

“Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation” - # 645

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.

The Kyrie - p. 203 Canticle of Praise - p. 204

PRAYER OF THE DAY: L. Let us pray together: ALL: Merciful God, when we are empty, fill us. When

we are weak in faith, strengthen us. When we are cold in love, warm us, that with fervor we may love our neighbors and serve them, for the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

GOD’S WORD: Reader Marcia Henzel

↓ FIRST READING: Habakkuk 1:1-4, 2:1-4

1 The oracle that the prophet Habakkuk saw. 2 O LORD, how long shall I cry for help, and you will not listen? Or cry to you ‘Violence!’ and you will not save? 3 Why do you make me see wrongdoing and look at trouble? Destruction and violence are before me; strife and contention arise. 4 So the law becomes slack and justice never prevails. The wicked surround the righteous— therefore judgement comes forth perverted. 2 1I will stand at my watch-post, and station myself on the rampart; I will keep watch to see what he will say to me, and what he will answer concerning my complaint. 2 Then the LORD answered me and said: Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so that a runner may read it. 3 For there is still a vision for the appointed time; it speaks of the end, and does not lie. If it seems to tarry, wait for it; it will surely come, it will not delay. 4 Look at the proud! Their spirit is not right in them, but the righteous live by their faith.

L. The Word of the Lord. C. Thanks be to God.

RESPONSIVE READING: Psalm 37:1-9 (Congregation reads the bold parts)

L. 1 Do not fret because of the wicked; do not be envious of wrongdoers, 2 for they will soon fade like the grass, and wither like the green herb. C.

3 Trust in the LORD, and do good;

so you will live in the land, and enjoy security. L. 4 Take delight in the LORD, and he will give you the desires of your heart. C.

5 Commit your way to the LORD;

trust in him, and he will act. L. 6 He will make your vindication shine like the light, and the justice of your cause like the noonday. C.

7 Be still before the LORD, and wait patiently for

him; do not fret over those who prosper in their way, over those who carry out evil devices. L. 8 Refrain from anger, and forsake wrath. Do not fret—it leads only to evil. C.

9 For the wicked shall be cut off,

but those who wait for the LORD shall inherit the land. SECOND READING: 2 Timothy 1:1-14

1 Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, for the sake of the promise of life that is in Christ Jesus, 2 To Timothy, my beloved child: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord. 3 I am grateful to God—whom I worship with a clear con-science, as my ancestors did—when I remember you con-stantly in my prayers night and day. 4Recalling your tears, I long to see you so that I may be filled with joy. 5I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that lived first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, lives in you. 6For this reason I remind you to rekindle the gift of God that is within you through the lay-ing on of my hands; 7for God did not give us a spirit of cowardice, but rather a spirit of power and of love and of self-discipline. 8 Do not be ashamed, then, of the testimony about our Lord or of me his prisoner, but join with me in suffering for the gospel, relying on the power of God, 9who saved us and called us with a holy calling, not according to our works but according to his own purpose and grace. This grace was given to us in Christ Jesus before the ages began, 10but it has now been revealed through the appearing of our Saviour Christ Jesus, who abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel. 11For this gospel I was appointed a herald and an apostle and a teacher, 12and for this reason I suffer as I do. But I am not ashamed, for I know the one in whom I have put my trust, and I am sure that he is able to guard until that day what I have entrusted to him. 13Hold to the standard of sound teaching that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. 14Guard the good treasure entrusted to you, with the help of the Holy Spirit living in us.

L. The Word of the Lord. C. Thanks be to God.

TWENTIETH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

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