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The Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 9, 2018
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church215 N. Warren St.Orwigsburg, PA
570-366-2316 www.stpauls-orwigsburg.org
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Rev. Kathy Ash-Flashner, Designated Pastor 570-977-4189St. Paul’s, Summer Hill, PAJustin McClure, Organist/Choir Director 570-573-4076– [email protected] Hope Clarke, Office Support Staff 570-366-2316– [email protected] Karen Travor, Treasurer 570-366-8757Cody Wertman, Sexton 570-366-2316Wayne Lutsey, Financial Secretary 570-366-8766Jessica Swick, Social Media Manager 936-648-6809– [email protected]*******************************************************************Welcome to Worship. Today we are using Evangelical Lutheran Worship, the red book, found in the pew racks.
Friendship Pads. We ask that everyone sign the friendship pads in the pews. We invite visitors to sign the guest book in the narthex.
St. Paul’s has free WiFi. Click on (SPLC) to connect. Check in on Facebook, and let everyone know that you are worshipping with us today at St. Paul’s!
Our supply pastor for this week is The Reverend Joyce Seip. Welcome, and thank you for leading us in worship!
Introduction to the Day. James tells us to stop showing favoritism in the assembly, treating the rich visitor with more honor than the poor one. Jesus himself seems to show partiality in his first response to the Syrophoenician woman in today’s gospel. Was he testing her faith in saying Gentiles don’t deserve the goods meant for God’s children? Or was he speaking out of his human worldview, but transcended those limits when she took him by surprise with her reply? Either way, the story tells us that God shows no partiality. Everyone who brings her or his need to Jesus is received with equal honor as a child and heir.
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GATHERING Quiet time for meditation.PRELUDE “Andante & Allegro from Sonata in A Major” G. F. Handel
Simon Maurer, Violin
ANNOUNCEMENTS
CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS Blessed be the ☩ holy Trinity, the one who fashions us, the one who heals us, the one who reforms us again and again.Amen.
Silence for reflection and self-examination.Let us confess our sin, calling for God’s transforming power.Source of all life,we confess that we have not allowed your grace to set us free. We fear that we are not good enough. We hear your word of love freely given to us, yet we expect others to earn it. We turn the church inward rather than moving it outward. Forgive us. Stir us. Reform us to be a church powered by love, willing to speak for what is right, act for what is just, and seek the healing of your whole creation.Amen.
God hears our cry and sends the Spirit to change us and to empower our lives in the world. Our sins are forgiven, ☩ God’s love is unconditional, and we are raised up as God’s people who will always be made new, in the name of Jesus Christ.Amen.
GATHERING HYMN “Gather Us In” #532
GREETING The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.And also with you.
KYRIE3
HYMN OF PRAISE 4
PRAYER OF THE DAY5
Let us pray.
Gracious God, throughout the ages you have transformed sickness into health and death into life. Open us to the power of your presence, and make us a people ready to proclaim your promises to the whole world, through Jesus Christ, our healer and Lord.
Amen.Please be seated.
WORD
A Reading from the Book of Isaiah4Say to those who are of a fearful heart, “Be strong, do not fear!Here is your God. He will come with vengeance,with terrible recompense. He will come and save you.”5Then the eyes of the blind shall be opened, and the ears of the deaf unstopped;6then the lame shall leap like a deer, and the tongue of the speechless sing for joy.For waters shall break forth in the wilderness, and streams in the desert;7athe burning sand shall become a pool, and the thirsty ground springs of water. (Isaiah 35:4–7a)
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Solo “Adagio & Allegro from Sonata in F Major” G. F. Handel
Simon Maurer, Violin
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PSALM 1461Hallelujah! Praise the LORD, O my soul!2I will praise the LORD as long as I live; I will sing praises to my God while I have my being.3Put not your trust in rulers, in mortals in whom there is no help.4When they breathe their last, they return to earth, and in that day their thoughts perish. 5Happy are they who have the God of Jacob for their help, whose hope is in the LORD their God;6who made heaven and earth, the seas, and all that is in them; who keeps promises forever;7who gives justice to those who are oppressed, and food to those who hunger. The LORD sets the captive free.8The LORD opens the eyes of the blind; the LORD lifts up those who are bowed down; the LORD loves the righteous. 9The LORD cares for the stranger; the LORD sustains the orphan and widow, but frustrates the way of the wicked.10The LORD shall reign forever, your God, O Zion, throughout all generations. Hallelujah!
A Reading from the Book of James1My brothers and sisters, do you with your acts of favoritism really believe in our glorious Lord Jesus Christ? 2For if a person with gold rings and in fine clothes comes into your assembly, and if a poor person in dirty clothes also comes in, 3and if you take notice of the one wearing the fine clothes and say, “Have a seat here, please,” while to the one who is poor you say, “Stand there,” or, “Sit at my feet,” 4have you not made distinctions among yourselves, and become judges with evil thoughts? 5Listen, my beloved brothers and sisters. Has not God chosen the poor in the world to be rich in faith and to be heirs of the kingdom that he has promised to those who love him? 6But you have dishonored the poor. Is it not the rich who
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oppress you? Is it not they who drag you into court? 7Is it not they who blaspheme the excellent name that was invoked over you? 8You do well if you really fulfill the royal law according to the scripture, “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.” 9But if you show partiality, you commit sin and are convicted by the law as transgressors. 10For whoever keeps the whole law but fails in one point has become accountable for all of it. [11For the one who said, “You shall not commit adultery,” also said, “You shall not murder.” Now if you do not commit adultery but if you murder, you have become a transgressor of the law. 12So speak and so act as those who are to be judged by the law of liberty. 13For judgment will be without mercy to anyone who has shown no mercy; mercy triumphs over judgment.] 14What good is it, my brothers and sisters, if you say you have faith but do not have works? Can faith save you? 15If a brother or sister is naked and lacks daily food, 16and one of you says to them, “Go in peace; keep warm and eat your fill,” and yet you do not supply their bodily needs, what is the good of that? 17So faith by itself, if it has no works, is dead. (James 2:1-10, [11-13], 14-17)
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION
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Gospel
The Holy Gospel according to St. Mark. Glory to you, O Lord.24[Jesus] set out and went away to the region of Tyre. He entered a house and did not want anyone to know he was there. Yet he could not escape notice, 25but a woman whose little daughter had an unclean spirit immediately heard about him, and she came and bowed down at his feet. 26Now the woman was a Gentile, of Syrophoenician origin. She begged him to cast the demon out of her daughter. 27He said to her, “Let the children be fed first, for it is not fair to take the children’s food and throw it to the dogs.” 28But she answered him, “Sir, even the dogs under the table eat the children’s crumbs.” 29Then he said to her, “For saying that, you may go—the demon has left your daughter.” 30So she went home, found the child lying on the bed, and the demon gone. 31Then he returned from the region of Tyre, and went by way of Sidon towards the Sea of Galilee, in the region of the Decapolis. 32They brought to him a deaf man who had an impediment in his speech; and they begged him to lay his hand on him. 33He took him aside in private, away from the crowd, and put his fingers into his ears, and he spat and touched his tongue. 34Then looking up to heaven, he sighed and said to him, “Ephphatha,” that is, “Be opened.” 35And immediately his ears were opened, his tongue was released, and he spoke plainly. 36Then Jesus ordered them to tell no one; but the more he ordered them, the more zealously they proclaimed it. 37They were astounded beyond measure, saying, “He has done everything well; he even makes the deaf to hear and the mute to speak.” (Mark 7:24–37)
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to You, O Christ.
SERMON
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HYMN OF THE DAY “We Come to You for Healing, Lord” #617
APOSTLE’S CREEDI 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 Spiritand 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.
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PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION
Freed by God in Christ to live and love and serve, we pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s beloved creation.A brief silence.Gracious God, you call your church to proclaim the love of Christ to a needy world. Embolden us to be your risen body by welcoming strangers and serving our neighbors. Lord, in your mercy,hear our prayer.Creative God, small sprouts and tall trees proclaim your majesty. Give us clear eyes to see nature’s beauty and wise minds to protect our home, this earth, from misuse and harm. Lord, in your mercy,hear our prayer.Sovereign God, you draw order from chaos. Watch over the nations of the world. Bless citizens and leaders who strive toward the beloved community for which you long. Lord, in your mercy,hear our prayer.Loving God, you give us all that we need. When your children suffer from hunger, poverty, loneliness, persecution, injury, or illness, send generous helpers and companions. We pray especially for . . . . Lord, in your mercy,hear our prayer.Welcoming God, you set a table for us. Embolden this congregation to seek new ways of inviting others to the feast of all creation. Lord, in your mercy,hear our prayer.Here other intercessions may be offered.You bless us with throngs of saints who witness to your compassion. With gratitude, we recall the lives and deeds of those who proclaim lovingkindness to a needy world (including Peter Claver, priest and missionary). Lord, in your mercy,hear our prayer.Into your wide embrace, gracious God, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your boundless mercy through Jesus Christ, our Redeemer.Amen.
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PEACEThe peace of the Lord be with you always. And also with you.
OFFERING The ushers will first proceed down the center aisle, then walk up the side aisles with the plates. They will then
return to the back and wait for the Communion Assistant to return with the alms basin.
OFFERTORY (8:00) “Flute Piece” T. Thorley
ANTHEM (10:30) *“I Will Sing Praise” J. Martin
OFFERTORY HYMN
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OFFERTORY PRAYER God of life, you give us these gifts of the earth, these resources of our life and our labor. Take them, offered in great thanksgiving, and use them to set a table that will heal the whole creation; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Light.Amen.
MEAL
GREAT THANKSGIVING The Lord be with you. And also with you.Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord.Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise.
It is indeed right, our duty and our joy,that we should at all times and in all placesgive thanks and praise to you, almighty and merciful God,through our Savior Jesus Christ;who on this day overcame death and the grave,and by his glorious resurrection opened to us the way of everlasting life.And so, with all the choirs of angels,with the church on earth and the hosts of heaven,we praise your name and join their unending hymn:
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SANCTUS
WORDS OF INSTITUTION 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.
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.
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THE LORD’S PRAYEROur 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 forever. Amen.
INVITATION Speak to us, O Lord, in the breaking of the bread, and make us one with you.
Please be seated
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AGNUS DEI
DISTRIBUTION – INTINCTION The Sacrament will be distributed by Intinction, pulpit side first. Please move into the center aisle, proceed to the Pastor, and receive the bread in your open hand. Then turn to the assistant, where you may dip the host into the wine and partake, returning to your seat by the side aisle. The lectern side will follow, then the choir. Those unable to come forward will receive the Sacrament in their pews.
COMMUNION HYMN “How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds” #620
TABLE BLESSINGThe body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. Amen.
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PRAYER AFTER COMMUNIONHoly and compassionate God, in bread and wine you give us gifts that form us to be humble and courageous. May your words come to life in our serving and in our witness, that we might speak a living voice of healing and justice to all the world, through Jesus Christ, our rock and our redeemer.Amen.
SENDING
BLESSING God, creator of all things, speaking reformation into being; Jesus Christ, savior of the world, raising the dead; Holy Spirit, living voice, calling and enlightening the church: Almighty God, Father, ☩ Son, and Holy Spirit, bless you now and forever.Amen.
SENDING HYMN “O Christ, Your Heart Compassionate” #722
THE DISMISSALGo in peace. Sound the good news.
Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE “Hornpipe” G. F. Handel
Our Liturgy and Music are used by permission through Augsburg Fortress License #20611.
+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++*This anthem is presented in honor of the Joy Builders by The Rev. David Kistler, Chaplain, Hamburg Center.
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Altar flowers are presented in loving memory of Betty L. Potts on her birthday today by daughter Leslie A. Guldin.
Today’s bulletins are presented in honor of Rodney and Fern Houser’s anniversary by Fern Moyer.
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SERVING TODAY: 8:00 AMLECTOR: Kay Weidensaul; COMMUNION ASSISTANT: Kay Weidensaul; USHERS: Kay Weidensaul & Nevin Zehner; ACOLYTE/CRUCIFER: ; GREETER: Ron Rozansky; ALTAR GUILD: Hope Clarke & Madelyn Knecht; COUNTERS: Rosalie Wingle, Marlene Eidam & Diane Brobst
10:30 AMLECTOR: Cindy Ritschel; COMMUNION ASSISTANT: Samantha Clarke; USHERS: Bob & Niki Schuld; ACOLYTE/CRUCIFER: ; GREETERS: Robin Zimmerman & Mary Ellen Hering; ALTAR GUILD: Hope Clarke & Madelyn Knecht; COUNTERS: Rosalie Wingle, Marlene Eidam & Diane Brobst
SERVING NEXT WEEK (9/16/18):8:00 AMLECTOR: Ron Rozansky; COMMUNION ASSISTANT: Ruth Ann Withers; USHERS: Ron Rozansky & Ruth Ann Withers; ACOLYTE/CRUCIFER: ; GREETER: Ron Rozansky; ALTAR GUILD: Crystal Brensinger & Cindy Ritschel; COUNTERS: Joyce O’Rourke, Gloria Dierwechter & Dana Jenkins
10:30 AMLECTOR: Brian Miller; COMMUNION ASSISTANT: Jeff Ritschel; USHERS: Linda Auteri & Glenda Bright; ACOLYTE/CRUCIFER: Trisha Teter; GREETERS: Bob Schuld & Karen Shoener; ALTAR GUILD: Crystal Brensinger & Cindy Ritschel; COUNTERS: Joyce O’Rourke, Gloria Dierwechter & Dana Jenkins++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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SEPTEMBER SUPPLY PASTORS
September 15 – Mr. Doug TravorSeptember 16 – The Rev. Norman DresherSeptember 22 & 23 – The Rev. Donald SimmonsSeptember 29 – Mr. William DimmichSeptember 30 – The Rev. Susan Fox
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CALENDAR
Monday, Sept. 10 6:00 PM Evangelism Committee 7:00 PM Church Council
Tuesday, Sept. 11 1:00 PM Women of the ELCA 6:00 PM Service Ministry Committee
Wednesday, Sept. 12 7:00 PM Chancel Choir
Thursday, Sept. 13 10:00 AM Rainbow Friends
Saturday, Sept. 15 5:30 PM Worship
Sunday, Sept. 16 8:00 AM Worship 9:15 AM Big Event 10:30 AM Worship with Baptism 5:30 PM– Confirmation Class begins 7:00 PM
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♫ ♪ ♫Today we welcome violinist Simon Maurer to 10:30 AM worship. Thank you for
sharing your time and talent with us this morning. Join Simon and pianist Xun Pan next Sunday, September 16, for a concert at 3:00 PM. The concert will feature three
Violin and Piano Sonatas by Beethoven and will be held here at St. Paul’s. Admission is free.
BEETHOVEN CONCERT SERIESTwo Masters Pay Homage to a True Force of Nature!
First Concert: Sunday, September 16, 3:00 PM St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, Orwigsburg, PA
The year 2020 will be Ludwig van Beethoven’s 250th birth year. To celebrate his amazing genius, Simon Maurer and Xun
Pan will present a series of four concerts to showcase all 10 of his Violin and Piano Sonatas. You will be dazzled and delighted by the beauty and breadth of these marvelous pieces, performed by two accomplished musicians who play as one. In addition to the music, you will be treated to a presentation of Beethoven’s personal story: his struggles, his creative spirit, his virtuosity.
Never before has such a program been attempted in Schuylkill County. Don’t miss this opportunity to experience Beethoven as you’ve never heard him before!+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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WOMEN OF THE ELCA
All women are encouraged to attend the Tuesday, September 11, 2018, meeting at 1:00 PM. Our guest speaker will be Susan McCartney, who will share stories of the work of Team Orwigsburg. Please bring your In-Gathering offering. This offering will be given to Team Orwigsburg.
The meeting will possibly begin with our speaker, followed by inspirational readings, a brief business meeting, and then light refreshments.
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ACOLYTE/CRUCIFER MINISTRY“To be an acolyte is a sacred ministry. You will be serving at the altar of God, handling holy things, assisting the pastor, and helping everyone at church see something of the goodness and glory of God when they come to worship!”
WOW! Who knew that it was more than “just” lighting the candles and carrying the cross?!
All youth grades 5–12 are invited to be a part of this ministry at St. Paul’s. There is a sign-up sheet with dates on the table in the gathering room. Please consider serving at least once a month at either 8 or 10:30 AM worship.
Training will be offered after any of the worship services on the weekend of September 8/9. If you would like more information, please speak with Justin.
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BIG EVENT
We are very excited to announce our fall BIG EVENT series with the first session starting on Sunday, September 16. These unique four-week sessions will include 30 minutes of Youth Bell Choir Rehearsal and 30 minutes of lesson and discussion leading up to the next BIG EVENT in the church year, when the Youth Bell Choir will present a musical offering. All children and youth are welcome to participate!
Each session includes:
9:15 – 9:45 AM: Youth Bell Choir Rehearsal with Justin. 9:45 – 10:15 AM: Fellowship, Discussion, Snacks (students will split into age
groups)September 16September 23September 29
October 7 BIG EVENT - St. Francis Sunday/Blessing of the Animals
All students will participate in the 10:30 AM Worship Service on October 7. Special music will be offered by the Youth Bell Choir.
Our second BIG EVENT session will begin on Sunday, December 2, and will focus on preparing for Christmas. The Youth Bell Choir will present a musical offering at the 5:00 PM Christmas Eve Service. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
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TEACHERS NEEDED
The Christian Ed. Committee needs teachers for our four-week BIG EVENT SERIES. Each lesson/discussion will be 30 minutes long. Curriculum can be provided, or you are welcome to “take the reins” and bring your own ideas! We need teachers for both elementary and secondary levels. Please consider committing to all four weeks or even just one Sunday. If you are interested in being a part of this exciting ministry, please speak with Justin, Deb Bolinsky, or Jessica Swick. +++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++
CONFIRMATION CLASS NEWS
Greetings, St. Paul’s parents/caregivers of students in grades 6–12! I’m excited to continue teaching St. Paul’s Confirmation Class until a new pastor is called. I’ve planned the schedule for the fall semester through December.Generally, the class is held on the first and third Sundays of each month; however, there are two Sundays that I will be unavailable. Confirmation Class will begin on Sunday, September 16, from 5:30–7 PM. We will cover the Ten Commandments, the Lord’s Prayer, and the Apostles’ Creed over a 2-year period, with Confirmation taking place at the end of the second year. I will hold a 15-minute parent/guardian meeting from 5:30–5:45 PM on 9/16 to introduce myself, go over the program, and inform you what is expected of the catechumens. I look forward to growing in faith with your children. If you have any questions before 9/16, please call me at 936-648-6809 or send me an e-mail at [email protected]. Sincerely,
Jessica Swick
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The schedule for the fall semester is as follows:
The Apostles’ Creed9/16 5:30–7 PM (Parent meeting at the start of class from 5:30–5:45 PM)God the Creator10/7 5:30–7 PMGod the Provider10/21 5:30–7 PM11/4 NO CLASS God the Preserver11/18 5:30–7 PMJesus the Savior12/2 5:30–7 PMJesus the Redeemer 12/16 NO CLASS
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