Tenth Sunday After Pentecost August 1, 2021

  

10:30 AM

ICE CREAM SUNDAY

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CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN CHURCH AND PRESCHOOL 

WORSHIP GUIDE AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

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 WELCOME TO CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN CHURCH!

 EXTENDING OUR HANDS AS FRIENDS

 We are thankful that the Lord has led you into our worship today. We believe that it is not by accident that you are here and that we can be a blessing to each other. We hope and pray that the Holy Spirit will lead you to be with us again. · Guests are cordially invited to receive Holy Communion whenever offered at Christ the

King. · Wherever you are in your faith journey, you are invited and encouraged to be part of all

Christ the King activities and ministries.· If you’d like to consider God’s call to faith in Christ, and membership in this church

family, please speak to the pastor.    Pastor Laura can be reached by calling the church during the day (504-469-4740) or by e-mail at CTKPastorK@gmail.com. For emergency assistance during non-business hours, you may call her cell.

 CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN CHURCH AND PRESCHOOL

 WORSHIP GUIDE AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

 August 1, 2021

Tenth Sunday After Pentecost 

10:30 AM 

PRELUDE  

WELCOME 

PLEASE STAND AS YOU ARE ABLE

OPENING HYMN “All Who Hunger, Gather Gladly"             ELW 461

THE GLORIA “Glory, Glory, Hallelujah!” from The Mass for Grace                       The cantor will sing the refrain first, followed by the congregation.               The congregation will sing the refrain thereafter when cued by the cantor.

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 PRAYER OF THE DAYLet us pray, Thank You God for good food to eat. For the way it makes us strong to go from the table and help other people. Amen.  

PLEASE SIT AS YOU ARE ABLE 

WORD

 

First Reading: Ephesians 4:1-16 Contemporary English Version 1As a prisoner of the Lord, I beg you to live in a way that is worthy of the people God has chosen to be his own. 2 Always be humble and gentle. Patiently put up with each other and love each ther. 3 Try your best to let God’s Spirit keep your hearts united. Do this by living at peace. 4 All of you are part of the same body. There is only one Spirit of God, just as you were given one hope when you were chosen to be God’s people. 5 We have only one Lord, one faith, and one baptism. 6 There is one God who is the Father of all people. Not only is God above all others, but he works by using all of us, and he lives in all of us.7 Christ has generously divided out his gifts to us. 8 As the Scriptures say,

“When he went up    to the highest place,

he led away many prisoners     and gave gifts to people.”

9 When it says, “he went up,” it means that Christ had been deep in the earth. 10 This also means that the one who went deep into the earth is the same one who went into the highest heaven, so that he would fill the whole universe.11 Christ chose some of us to be apostles, prophets, missionaries, pastors, and teachers, 12 so that his people would learn to serve and his body would grow strong. 13 This will continue until we are united by our faith and by our understanding of the Son of God. Then we will be mature, just as Christ is, and we will be completely like him.[a]

14 We must stop acting like children. We must not let deceitful people trick us by their false teachings, which are like winds that toss us around from place to place. 15 Love should always make us tell the truth. Then we will grow in every way and be more like Christ, the head 16 of the body. Christ holds it together and makes all of its parts work perfectly, as it grows and becomes strong because of love. 

L: The word of the Lord.C: Thanks be to God. 

PLEASE STAND AS YOU ARE ABLE 

THE HOLY GOSPELThe Holy Gospel according to St. John, the 6th chapter.Glory to you, O Lord! 

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Gospel: John 6:24-35 New International VersionMany of the five thousand people Jesus fed in the wilderness continued to follow him throughout the countryside. Jesus challenges them to consider the real nature of their quest. 24 Once the crowd realized that neither Jesus nor his disciples were there, they got into the boats and went to Capernaum in search of Jesus.25 When they found him on the other side of the lake, they asked him, “Rabbi, when did you get here?”26 Jesus answered, “Very truly I tell you, you are looking for me, not because you saw the signs I performed but because you ate the loaves and had your fill. 27 Do not work for food that spoils, but for food that endures to eternal life, which the Son of Man will give you. For on him God the Father has placed his seal of approval.”28 Then they asked him, “What must we do to do the works God requires?” 29 Jesus answered, “The work of God is this: to believe in the one he has sent.”30 So they asked him, “What sign then will you give that we may see it and believe you? What will you do? 31 Our ancestors ate the manna in the wilderness; as it is written: ‘He gave them bread from heaven to eat.32 Jesus said to them, “Very truly I tell you, it is not Moses who has given you the bread from heaven, but it is my Father who gives you the true bread from heaven. 33 For the bread of God is the bread that comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.”34 “Sir,” they said, “always give us this bread.”35 Then Jesus declared, “I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty. 

The Gospel of the Lord!Praise to you, O Christ!  

PLEASE SIT AS YOU ARE ABLE

CHILDREN’S SERMON & SERMON Rev. Laura Stephenson

 

PLEASE STAND AS YOU ARE ABLE

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 HYMN OF THE DAY "Welcome Table"                              TFF 263

Welcome the New Folks Among UsIn baptism, we are welcomed into the body of Christ and sent to share in the mission of God. We are called to live among God’s faithful people, to hear the word of God and share in the Lord’s supper, to proclaim the good news of God in Christ through word and deed, to serve all people, following the example of Jesus, and to strive for justice and peace in all the earth. 

Sister and brother in Christ,do you intend to continue in the covenant of your baptismamong God’s people in this place? 

I do, and I ask God to help and guide me. People of God,do you promise to support and pray for these new members in their life in Christ?We do, and we ask God to help and guide us.Welcome Let us welcome this sister and brother in Christ to this community of faith.We rejoice with you in the life of baptism.Together we will give thanks and praise to Godand proclaim the good news to all the world. 

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We give you thanks for Johnny & Suewhom you have drawn to yourself by the love of Jesus Christand whom we have welcomed into this household of faith.Keep us close together in your Spirit,in the breaking of bread and the prayers,and in service to others. PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE 

God, thank you for our bodies, minds and souls. Help to keep us safe, healthy and growing well. In your name we pray. Thank you, God. 

God, thank you for the people who care for us and look after our needs. Help them to be guided with love and wisdom. In your name we pray. Thank you, God.  God, thank you for the water, soil, wind, sun, plants, animals and earth. Help us to look after the earth with care. In your name we pray. Thank you, God. 

God, thank you for the people who are there to help us- police, fire people, doctors, nurses, emergency medical people, teachers, and others. In your name we pray. Thank you, God. 

God, some people don’t have enough and are suffering without work, enough food, homes, and are sick. Help us to find ways to help them in their need. In your name we pray.Thank you, God.  God, we pray for the people in this congregation who need your special care. We name them at this time (especially) people trapped in cycles of poverty and homelessness, those suffering from COVID-19 and its effects, and Lois Snyder, Jennifer Robilotta, Carolyn Russo, Carolyn Calhoun, Dwayne LeBlanc, Blossom Holder (Christopher Holder’s mother), Gwen Schambach (Kathy Brown’s mother), Bob Tabbert (Lori VerHey’s father), Joe Andrus, Ed Dusang, Patsy Hatem, Thomas Harris, Melanie Lunn (Bill & Ed Dusang’s sister), Oscar Ortiz (Maria Ortiz’s son), Jane Thomas (Ernie Bergeron’s cousin), Kris Butts, (Pause for other names offered up from the congregation). Surround them with your unwavering presence. Lord, in your mercy,Thank you, God. 

Pastor: God, thank you for the lives of people who have died. May they be examples of your faithful people and eternal love for us. Amen.  PEACEThe peace of Christ be with you always.And also with you.

 

PLEASE BE SEATED AS YOU ARE ABLE

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  MEAL The gifts of God’s people are gathered for the mission of the church and for those who are in need, remembering Christ’s words: “where your treasure is, there your heart will be also.” As the gifts are received the table is prepared for Holy Eucharist. Together we support God’s mission of love in the world with our time, talent and treasure. Ways to give electronically include Vanco electronic automatic and the GivePlus app with your phone or you are invited to send your offering by mail to 1001 W. Esplanade Ave., Kenner, LA 70065. You may also choose to set up automatic giving by calling the office. We’ll send you a form to fill out and return and it will be easy from now on! 

OFFERING MUSIC    “Come To The Table” ELW 481 

 

PLEASE STAND AS YOU ARE ABLE  

Pastor: Children are invited to join me around the table for communion. Together we will share in this special meal and learn more about what communion means when we share with one another. 

Each time we eat this special meal the pastor says very special words. Listen carefully while I say them and watch my hands while I say these words. 

In the night in which he was betrayed,our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks;broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying:Take and eat; this is my body, given for you.Do this for the remembrance of me. 

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Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks,and gave it for all to drink, saying:This cup is the new covenant in my blood,shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin.Do this for the remembrance of me.

Now that these important words have been said, we have remembered what Jesus did and taught at the last supper. Next we say the Lord’s prayer because Jesus asked us to say it each time we eat and drink.  Let’s learn about this 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.

 Thank you all. You can return to your seats with the people who brought you to church today. Then you can come up and if its right for you, receive communion or a blessing.    COMMUNION HYMN "I Am the Bread of Life"                    ELW 485  

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PLEASE STAND AS YOU ARE ABLE  BlessingThe God of all grace ☩ bless you now and forever.Amen. Pastor: Thank you to all the people who made today possible- from our readers to our musicians, assisting ministers and acolytes. During our music I would like to invite the children to line up at the door, from shortest to tallest to go outside with the folks who brought them to church. We have ice cream out there. A volunteer will hand you your ice cream after the dismissal. You’re invited to have some ice cream and be outside and hang out a little. When you drive away, please be on high alert for anyone small in the parking lot. Thank you.  

SENDING HYMN "Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah"                   

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Go in Peace. Christ is with you.Thanks be to God.  POSTLUDE   

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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 NEXT WEEK—You are invited to bring your book bag, pencil box, backpack or whatever you use for school to church for a special blessing. SOCIAL MINISTRY—We are sharing our talents and money to help the preschool. What a amazing gift to spread our joy with the children! We will collect for the months of July and August. But we are still collecting food for the food bank. Just remember to add a few items when you do your shopping and bring it to church. Always we appreciate anything. Jody and Barbara  DO YOU LOVE CHILDREN? - Do you want to invest in their future? Christ the King Preschool is hiring a teacher’s assistant. Applicants are encouraged to call Maritza Sprague at 504-402-6166. VIRTUAL GRIEF SUPPORT GROUPS – Each month there are two new FREE virtual ZOOM grief groups, each group meets twice a month. A general Grief Support group will be meeting on Zoom at 6 PM on the first and third Wednesdays. This group is open to anyone who is in need of grief support due to the death of a family member or friend that is NOT related to Covid 19. The second group is a Covid Support group which will be meeting on Zoom at 6 PM on the first and third Thursdays each month. This group is for people who have recently lost someone as a result of the Covid 19 pandemic. The groups are thru ZOOM, which is a FREE download by computer at Zoom.us/signin or by smartphone app. Visit www.Akulafoundation.com at link for Grief Groups on the bottom of the HOME page for all the dates for the rest of the year, and under the Facebook icon in the lower left under Social Media for information podcasts on Covid 19. The Support Hotline can be reached at 504-418-0791. SUMMER PICK-UP CHOIR— Do you enjoy singing, even if you usually only do it in the shower, tub or car? Join us for our summer pick-up choir. We rehearse at 9:30 AM each Sunday. It is informal, no robes, just a chance to share your love of music with like-minded people. Uncertain if you sing “well enough”, remember, “Make a joyful NOISE unto the LORD” (Ps 98:4). Come have fun with us! For further information contact Christopher at (323) 605-2766. ADULT BIBLE STUDY—Sundays 9-10 AM, in the Fellowship Hall w/ masks for non-vaccinated folks. We will be working through the book “We Make the Road by Walking” by Brian D. McLaren © 2014 Jericho Books. We have some copies available for purchase and you can order one online or at your favorite retailer. We will also need our Bible each week. Can’t wait to see you there! SHAWL MINISTRY—We are a small group but very devoted and meet Thursday at 12:30. We buy our own supplies and would love for anyone to join us. We are taking proper precautions for the virus. Please call Jody Dusang @ 504-909-0165 if any questions.

CONGREGATIONAL NEWS—You may read our monthly newsletter and calendar of events at our website at www.ctk-nola.org. Many of our members and guests also receive the weekly bulletin announcements by email. Simply write your email address on your green attendance slip in the bulletin and you will be added to the list of those who receive them. (This list also serves as a data base for keeping in contact electronically during an emergency.) CHRIST IN OUR HOME—The devotional booklets for August/September are available in the narthex. If you would like one sent to you, please contact Earl in the church office @ 504-469-4740 or e-mail @ ctkno@hotmail.com.

READ THE BIBLE IN A YEAR—The reading schedules for August are available in the narthex. If you would like one sent to you, please contact Earl in the church office @ 504-469-4740 or e-mail @

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ctkno@hotmail.com.

SCAM ALERT—Unfortunately, some in our congregation are receiving e-mails, texts or other communication supposedly from Pastor Laura asking to send money. As in the past with our interim pastors (and even Council Presidents), these are scams!!! Pastor Laura or the church staff will never contact you directly via e-mail, text or other means to ask you to send money to them personally. Please do not send money, gift cards, etc. anywhere else on our behalf. Ways to give to or through the church are clearly communicated each week in the bulletin. Always read the subject line and e-mail source in the FROM line before opening such e-mails. If you aren’t sure, reach out to whomever appeared to write the email and simply ask if they sent it.  ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT OUT OF TOWN—Earl on vacation until August 4th. In his absence, Debbie Paulson will be checking phone messages and picking up the mail.  

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 LAST WEEKEND AT CTK 

Adult Bible Study

10:30 AM Online  TOTAL

Last Week’s Offerings: $

Weekly Need: $ 6,509.58

1/1/21 to Present:Offerings: $Need: $ 

CHRIST THE KING PRESCHOOL FOR THE FALL

AUGUST (9th – May 27th)Costs: $300 Registration. See www.ctk-nola.org/general info/ for cost information.Ages:18 months to Pre-K 4.For more information: Ctkp1001@gmail.com. Or call 504-469-2909 for a tour.

We invite you to include the following in your prayers this week: Lum Ellis, Gene Hahn, Judy Fenner (Kathy Brown’s sister),

Holly Heffernan (Ed & Phyllis Dusang’s granddaughter), Alden Aiola (Barbara Cozic’s brother), Charles Griffin (Carol Drouant’s father), Patti Carrigan, Meghan Diaz, Jordan Walker (Kevin Walker’s son), Bob LeBoeuf (friend of Debbie and Todd Paulson). We remember Able in our prayers. May he rest in peace.  

Please remember to pray for:Peaceful paths to justice, that all may live in peace and prosperity. In the midst of the world’s violence, we are called to another way. Help us to engage with all our hearts, minds and strength in God’s project of transforming the world.

 

Altar Flowers and Bulletin Sponsorship—2021/2022 

The following dates are available for flower sponsorship:

The following dates are available for bulletin sponsorship: 

FLOWER SPONSORSHIP IS $25.00 BULLETIN SPONSORSHIP IS $15.00 

Sponsored Date (Flowers)___________________ Please check one: ———-I would like to bring the flowers home. ______I would like them brought to a shut-in or nursing home. Sponsored Date (Bulletin)_____________________ Sponsored by_________________________________________________ In Memory of__________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ In Celebration ________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ In Honor of____________________________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ 

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August 8, 22, 29September 5, 12, 19October 10, 17, 24, 31November 7, 21, 28December 12, 19, 26

  

January 2,9,16,23,30February 6, 13, 20, 27March 6, 13, 20, 27April 3, 10, 17, 24May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29June 5, 12, 19, 26 

August 8, 22, 29September 5, 12, 19, 26October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31November 7, 14, 21, 28December 5, 12, 19, 26

  

January 2,9,16, 23, 30February 6, 13, 20, 27March 6, 13, 20, 27April 3, 10, 17, 24May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29June 5, 12, 19, 26  

SERVING THIS WEEKEND

10:30amAltar Guild Cindy MasseyAssistant Brenda BastoneLector Journey GrovesAcolyte Mia LeBlancTellers Debbie Manos/Dorothy NelsonWelcomersGreeters/Ushers Dave Fos/Debbie Paulson

THE ALTAR FLOWERS are sponsored this weekend by Darryl & Larry Borne in Memory of Darryl’s Mother, Camille McElveen. THE BULLETIN is not sponsored this weekend.    

SundayAugust 1

9:00 am – Adult Bible Study

10:30 am - HolyCommunion

WELCOME NEW

MEMBERS

MondayAugust 2

TuesdayAugust 3

WednesdayAugust 4

7:00 am — Men’s Bible Study

7:00 pm – Al-Anon

ThursdayAugust 5

12:30 pm—Women’s Prayer ShawlMinistry

FridayAugust 6

SaturdayAugust 7

SundayAugust 8

9:00 am – Adult Bible Study

10:30 am -Holy Communion

SERVING NEXT WEEKEND (August 8)

10:30 amAltar Guild Jerrie HaydenAssistant Dolinda Werling-BayeLector Vicki AmatoAcolyte Journey GrovesTellers Debbie Manos/earl TeaboutWelcomers Debbie PaulsonGreeters/Ushers Gerrie & Bill Gieseler

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Tenth Sunday After PentecostAugust 1, 2021

  

CHRIST THE KING LUTHERAN CHURCH

1001 W. Esplanade Ave. Kenner, LA 70065

Telephone: (504) 469-4740; Web: www.ctk-nola.org; Email: church@ctk-nola.org

Rev. Laura Stephenson PastorEarl Teabout Administrative AssistantMaritza Sprague Preschool DirectorDebbie Paulson Director of Small Groups/Volunteer MinistryChristopher Holder Music DirectorJared Marcell Technology Director

 Jason Marcell & Mike Koorie Worship Audio/VisualDorothy Nelson Bookkeeper 

CHURCH COUNCIL OFFICERSPresident Cleburne SimonVice-president Dolinda Werling-BayeTreasurer Jean-Louis Cozic

The service is reprinted from Sundays and Seasons © 2005 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Text: Lutheran Book of Worship, alt.; Text © 1978 Lutheran Book of Worship, admin. Augsburg Fortress. Duplication in any form prohibited without permission or valid license from copyright administrator. Reprinted and used online with permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License #SAA007116. New Revised Standard Version Bible, Copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Revised Common Lectionary, Copyright 1992 Consultation on Common Texts, admin Augsburg Fortress. First Reading: Ezekiel 2:1-5; Bible Gateway; The Holy Bible, New Century Version®. Copyright © 2005 by Thomas Nelson, Inc. Gospel: Mark 6:1-13; Bible Gateway, Copyright © 1995 by American Bible Society .Opening Hymn: “All Who Hunger, Gather Gladly”, Lutheran Book of Worship 461; Text: Sylvia G. Dunstan, 1955-1993; Music, W. Moore, Columbian Harmony, 1825; arr. Hymnal version; Text © 1991 GIA Publications, Inc.; Arr. © Augsburg Fortress; All rights reserved. All rights reserved. Used by permission One License # A- 713798.  Gloria: “Glory, Glory, Hallelujah!”, Title: Glory to God Music: Carl Haywood (b. 1949) from Mass for Grace © 1992 Carl Haywood. All rights reserved. Used by permission One License # A- 713798.  Hymn of the Day: “Welcome Table”; This Far by Faith 263; Text: African American spiritual; Music: WELCOME TABLE, African American spititual. All rights reserved. Public Domain. Used with permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License #SAA007116. Offertory: “Come to the Table” , Lutheran Book of Worship 481; Text: Claire Cloninger, b. 1942; Music: Martin J. Nystrom, b. 1956; Text and Music © 1991 Integrity’s Hosanna! Music; Juniper Landing Music, admin. Word Music; and Word Music. All rights reserved. Used by permission under CCLI Annual License #374632.Communion Hymn: “I Am the Bread of Life”; Lutheran Book of Worship #485; Text: Suzanne Toolan, RSM, b. 1927, based on John 6; Music: Suzanne Toolan, RSM; Text and Music © 1966, 1970, 1986, 1993 GIA Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Used by permission One License # A- 713798.  Sending Hymn: “Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah; Glory to God 65 ; TEXT: William Williams, 1762; stanza 1trans. Peter Williams, 1771; stanzas 2-3, trans. William Williams, 1772; MUSIC: (CWM RHONDDA 8.7.8.7.7): John Hughes, 1907.All rights reserved. Used by permission One License # A- 713798.     

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“God’s work. Our Hands.”

—ELCA Mission Statement

Our purpose as a church isto share the joy

of growing, giving and livingin Christ's love.

-Mission Statement of Christ the King Lutheran Church

   

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