INTRODUCTIONOf all three years of the lectionary cycle, this year’s All Saints readings have the most tears.Isaiah and Revelation look forward to the day when God will wipe away all tears; in John’sgospel, Jesus weeps along with Mary and all the gathered mourners before he demonstrateshis power over death. On All Saints Day we celebrate the victory won for all the faithful dead,but we grieve for our beloved dead as well, knowing that God honors our tears. We bring ourgrief to the table and find there a foretaste of Isaiah’s feast to come.

Salem Lutheran Church

Welcome to the House of the LordTwenty Third Sunday after Pentecost

All Saints SundayNovember 1, 2015 - 8:30 & 10:30 a.m.

*Please stand as you are able

Prelude, Bell Sonatina #1 from Op. 20 Friederich Kublau (1786-1832)

Welcome and Announcements

*Call to WorshipP: Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the source of all mercy,

and the God of all consolation. He comforts us in all our sorrows so that we cancomfort others in their sorrows with the consolation we ourselves have receivedfrom God. C: Thanks be to God.

P: When we were baptized in Christ Jesus, we were baptized into his death. We wereburied therefore with him by Baptism into death, so that as Christ was raisedfrom the dead by the glory of the Father, we too might live a new life. For if wehave been united with him in a death like his, we shall certainly be united withhim in resurrection like his.

*GreetingP: 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.

*Gathering Song Open Now Thy Gates of Beauty Red Book #533

*Prayer of the DayC: Almighty God, you have knit your people together in one communion in the

mystical body of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Grant us grace to follow yourblessed saints in lives of faith and commitment, and to know the inexpressiblejoys you have prepared for those who love you, through Jesus Christ, our Saviorand Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now andforever. Amen.

Congregation Song Baptized in Water Red Book #456

Reading of the faithfully departed and newly baptizedFaithfully Departed:

Viola BendicksonMark Chose

Duane SeedorfDawn WestrumRachel BolingerHarlan Evenson

Clarice FellandGeneva Martinson

Don TwitoAlvira Kloster

Richard BensonAlfreda Brua

Beryl SandBeverly KingSharon HegelGayle Trytten

Reuben HannaRuth Tweeten

Muriel SchiltzKermit Grunhovd

Claire JohnsonDanny BrackeyBeverly Smith

Newly Baptized: Knox Ritter, Henry Myers, Gracie Roder, Lillian Brackey, Andrew Story,Cooper Helgeson, Essabel Sauer

PrayerP: O God, your days are without end and your mercies cannot be counted. Make us

aware of the shortness and uncertainty of human life, and let your Holy Spiritlead us in holiness and righteousness all the days of our life, so that, when weshall have served you in our generation, we may be gathered to our ancestors,having the testimony of a good conscience, in the communion of your Church, inthe confidence of a certain faith, in the comfort of a holy hope, in favor with you,our God, and in peace with all humanity; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Old Testament Reading Isaiah 25:6-9 Page 723 in Bible

Response: Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God.

Psalm 24 (read responsively)1The earth is the LORD‘s and all that is in it, the world and those who dwell

therein.2For the LORD has founded it upon the seas and established it upon the

rivers.3Who may ascend the mountain of the LORD, and who may stand in

God’s holy place?4Those of innocent hands and purity of heart,

who do not swear on God’s being, nor do they pledge by what is false.5They shall receive blessing from the LORD

and righteousness from the God of their salvation.6Such is the generation of those who seek you, O LORD,

of those who seek your face, O God of Jacob.7Lift up your heads, O gates; and be lifted up, O everlasting doors,

that the King of glory may come in.8Who is this King of glory?

The LORD, strong and mighty, the LORD, mighty in battle!9Lift up your heads, O gates; and be lifted up, O everlasting doors,

that the King of glory may come in.10Who is this King of glory? Truly, the LORD of hosts is the King of glory.

Second reading Revelation 21:1-6a Page 282 in BibleResponse: Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God.

Announcement of GospelP:The Holy Gospel according to John, chapter 11.C: (Spoken) Glory to you, O Lord.

*Gospel John 11:32-44 Page 106 in Bible

P:The Gospel of the Lord.C: (Spoken) Praise to you, O Christ.

Children’s Message

The Sermon

The Song of the Day For All the Saints Red Book #422

Lighting of the CandlesAs we sing the hymn you are invited to come forward and light a candle in memory ofa loved one who has died. We do this remembering Christ’s promise to give eternallife to all who believe. We remember that Christ comes to us today, “To bring light tothose who sit in darkness and in the shadow of death, to guide our feet into the wayof peace.”

The Prayers of the Church

Sharing of the PeaceP:The peace of the Lord be with you always.C: And also with you.

The Offering

Offertory PrayerC: Blessed are you, O God, maker of all things. Through your goodness you have

blessed us with these gifts: ourselves, our time, and our possessions. Use us,and what we have gathered, in feeding the world with your love, through theone who gave himself for us, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Words of Institution

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; andforgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead usnot into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and thepower, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen.

Distribution

Prayer after Communion

*The Benediction

The love of God who created you, the mercy of ☩ Jesus Christ who died for you,and the power of the Holy Spirit who strengthens you, keep you at one with all thefaithful, living and departed, and remain with you now and forever. Amen.

*Sending Song Shall We Gather at the River Red Book #423

*DismissalL: Go in peace. Serve the Lord!C: Thanks be to God!

Preaching and Presiding: Pastor Melinda McCluskey8:30 Organist: Ruth Sheldon8:30 Reader: Casey Shaw10:30 Pianist: Kathy Nelson10:30 Reader: Bruce AdamsAltar Guild for November: Linda Ellingson & Pat Thorson

The radio broadcast this morning is in memory of our loved ones from the members ofSalem Lutheran Church.

The 8:30 a.m. worship service is broadcast weekly on KIOW-FM 107.3.

Salem has a wheel chair available for use. It is kept in the narthex.

We have a sponsorship program for the live internet broadcast of the 10:30 a.m.worship service. Sponsorship is available for $40 per Sunday. Call the office to reservea date - 641.592.1771.

Salem offers a safe and easy way to give online. Scan the QR codeto go to the website. There you can click the Donate Now buttonto make your gift. You decided the amount. You will need either acredit or debit card to complete the transaction. Thank you foryour support of ministry at Salem Lutheran!

You made it happen! What a wonderful afternoon - good food, entertainment, andfellowship. I was particularly enthused by all the people helping and working together.It was truly a cross-generational event. So thank you for your part in making it happen.

Salem Lutheran will be welcoming new members during worship on November 15. Anew member joins a group of friends gathered together to worship God and to buildup Christian fellowship. Members grow together in faithful discipleship, serving withlove and sharing the love of God with others. Membership means having partners inour walk of faith.

Current members are encouraged to invite others to join Salem. On Thursday,November 12 at 7:00 pm new members are invited to a “Welcome to Salem” event.Here they will learn about Salem, Lutheranism, and have the opportunity to askquestions related to joining the church.

Purchase your tickets today!

Emmons Lutheran ChurchLutefisk Supper

Tuesday, November 10, 2015Servings at 11:00am, 12:30pm, 5:30pm, & 7:00 pm

Adults: $16.00 in advanceChildren (10 and under) $5.00

(No Refunds)

Tickets now available from:Betty Knutson, treasurer Emmons 507-297-5842Emmons Lutheran Church Emmons 507-297-5471Security Bank Minnesota Emmons 507-297-5467Security Bank MN Albert Lea 507-373-1481Beth Nyguard @ Thrivent Lake Mills 641-592-0064

Menu:Lutefisk

Meatballs & GravyMashed Potatoes

Corn, Cabbage SaladCranberry Relish

Lefse, Pastries

Please remember in prayer this week:

Blanche Grunhovd, Gordy Cavett, Yvonne Back, Bonnie Sanden, Viola Simmons, GavinThompson, Roger Juveland, Darlene Madson

Prayer Families: Ruth Pederson, Scott/Carlynn Pederson Family, Alain/Twyla Pederson,John/Gayle Peña, Jurñee Pena, Mateo Peña, Harley Pennamon, Malaisia Pennamon

Operation Christmas ClothesThe dates for tag pick up will start November 22nd. All gifts must be wrapped and returned to theMBT, Farmers Bank and Trust, Salem Lutheran Church or Winnebago Lutheran Church by December16. Gift distribution will take place on Monday December 21, from 2:30-4:30 in the chapel.

Confirmation Food Collection – Wednesday, November 25th

Residents in Lake Mills and Joice: be prepared for a confirmation youth stopping by your doorbetween 4:15 – 5:15 p.m. asking for donations for the food shelf.

Thanksgiving Eve Worship – Wednesday, November 25th, at 7:00 p.m.

HANGING OF THE GREENSSaturday, November 28th at 9:00 a.m.

Everyone is welcome to help decorate the narthex, sanctuary & chapel for the Advent and ChristmasSeasons. You may bring goodies to share!

Tapestry Singers Advent ConcertSunday, December 6 at 4:00 p.m.

The concert is held in the sanctuary.Everyone is welcome to attend.

Hospice of North Iowa Tree Lighting Service will be held in Salem’s Chapel onSunday, December 6th at 6:00 p.m. With your gift to Hospice, a light will be place onthe Tree of Life. Every light on the Tree of Life celebrates and honors our love oneand friends in a very special way. A light in memory of a loved one who has died is areminder that, despite the wintry effect death can bring, life can still be celebrated.Names of those you wish to remember and honor will be listed at the service. Yourcontribution will help extend hospice care to others, so they can live the last monthsof their lives with dignity, often in the comfort of their own homes.

Sunday School Christmas Program Practice will be held on

Saturday, December 12 at 9:00 a.m.

Sunday School Christmas Program…

Sunday, December 13 during the 10:30 a.m. church service.

THRIVENT ANNUAL MEETINGSunday, November 1 at 2:30 p.m. at

Salveson Hall, Waldorf College, Forest City

Desserts and refreshments served.

We will also be participating in a Thrivent Action Team.Please bring a donation for local food banks.

Please RSVP by October 28 to Marlys Andersen at 641.566.3314 or email:mlandersen@wctatel. Leave your name and number attending.

There will be no individual household mailings.

The Salem Good Samaritan Ministry team needs your help!Please consider donating to our fund. Your donations havealready helped many in our community. We have helped withgas for medical appointments, heating bills for the elderly,medical expenses not covered by insurance or Medicare, victimsof violence, and many other ways. Thank you for your continuedsupport. If you become aware of a person in need please contactthe church office or any member of our team - Sheila Berger,Pastor Merlin Norris, Rita Anderson, Julie (Don) Helgeson, DougHarmon, and Rachel Olson.

The Marine Corps Toys for Tots Collection Boxwill be outside the church office.

Unwrapped gifts may be placed in the box.Monetary donations are also appreciated.

Salem’s Angel Tree –

A Little History

The Angel Tree was started in 2000 by theMiriam Circle members. A longtime circlemember had passed away and the Angel Treewas dedicated to her memory. People wereable to purchase angels and the narthex treewas decorated with these angels each year. Thenames of all dedications were also recorded in aspecial book on display near the tree. Throughthe years over 500 angels have been dedicated.

There is no charge to dedicate an angel. Youcan pick up an angel in the church office andhang it on the tree yourself anytime you wish. Abook will be on the table where you can writethe name of your loved one and note who isdedicating the angel.

If you have purchased an angel in the past youcan also pick up an angel and either hang it onthe Angel Memory Tree or take it home to enjoyon your own tree.

All previously dedicated angels are recorded inthe memory book. To keep the Angel Treetradition going help is needed to set up anddecorate the tree.

This usually takes place the Saturday after Thanksgiving (Nov. 28th this year) when the rest of thechurch is decorated for Christmas. All help would be greatly appreciated!

THIS WEEK AT SALEM

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 1 All Saints Sunday8:30 a.m. Traditional Communion Worship - Sanctuary9:30 a.m. Sunday School; Coffee Fellowship – Fellowship Hall9:40 a.m. Adult Bible Study - Lounge10:30 a.m. Contemporary Communion Worship ServiceMONDAY, NOVEMBER 22:00 – 5:00 p.m. Food Shelf Open4:00 p.m. Hannah Circle – Sharon Johnson7:00 p.m. Worship & Music BoardTUESDAY, NOVEMBER 39:30 a.m. Miriam Circle – Resource Room7:00 p.m. Altar Guild – Fellowship HallWEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 43:30 – 5:00 p.m. Piano Lessons - Lounge5:00 p.m. Life & Growth Board - Lounge6:00 p.m. Informal Communion Worship/All Saints – Chapel7:00 p.m. Contemporary Music Practice; St. Pat’s Youth Group - Room #9THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 59:30 a.m. Rhoda Circle – Top of IA Welcome Center, Grace Circle – Betty Peterson,

Elizabeth Circle – LeAnn Peterson, Sarah Circle – Resource Center2:00 p.m. Martha Circle – Resource RoomSUNDAY, NOVEMBER 88:30 a.m. Traditional Worship - Sanctuary9:30 a.m. Sunday School, Coffee Fellowship – Fellowship Hall9:40 a.m. Adult Bible Study - Lounge10:30 a.m. Contemporary Worship Service4:00 p.m. Tapestry Rehearsal – Fellowship Hall

Those worshiping October 21/25: 298Last 2 week’s giving to the Glory of God: $10,540.55

“Starting Strong” Pledges to date: 70 Pledges - $28,135Last 2 week’s “Starting Strong” giving: $866

If you have not returned your pledge you may do so at any time.

Community Thanksgiving Dinner

November 26, 2015, 11 am – 1:00 pm

Asbury United Methodist Church

107 E. Main, Lake Mills, IA.

The menu includes turkey, stuffing, potatoes, gravy, vegetable, roll, pie and beverage.

Please call for reservations by Nov. 20th, strictly for planning purposes. Monetary or

food bank donations will be accepted, but are not required. The entire purpose of this

meal is to provide a “family” meal for anyone who may be alone, or for a family that

would like to share this special day of thanks with others in our community. Deliveries

will be available for shut-ins. For reservations call 592-3389 or 592-5742.

Salem Contact InformationPastor Peter Soli, Interim Pastor: 507.369.6303 Email: Peter.Soli@DialogWorks.orgPastor Melinda McCluskey: 563-581-9965 Email: melindamcmc@gmail.comJanelle Gilbertson, Communications: Email: janelle.gilbertson@yahoo.comRuth Sheldon, Organist: 641.592.0184Salem Office: 641.592.1771 Email: salem@wctatel.net

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