Emmanuel Lutheran Church140 Cherry Avenue, NW, Warren, Ohio 44485

Pastor: The Rev. Eugene A. KoeneOrganist & Choirmaster: Dean C. Hunt

25 JULY 2021 + 9th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST + 10:00 A.M. Legend: P =Presider C = Congregation A = Assistant/Lector

“HUSH, FOR GOD IS HERE”

ORGAN VOLUNTARY “JESUS, LEAD THOU ON” PAUL MANZ

ALL MAY MAKE THE SIGN OF THE CROSS, THE SIGN MARKED AT BAPTISM; AS THE PRESIDING MINISTER BEGINS . (+)

+ CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS +(STAND)

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

P: Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hid: cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name, through Jesus Christ our Lord. C: AMEN.

P: If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. But if we confess our sins, God who is faithful and just will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

PLEASE KNEEL, IF YOU ARE ABLESILENCE IS KEPT FOR REFLECTION

P: Gracious God,C: Have mercy on us. We confess that we have turned from you, and given ourselves into the power of sin. We are truly sorry and humbly repent. In your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things we have done and things we have failed to do. Turn us again to you and uphold us by your Spirit, so that we may live and serve you in newness of life, through Jesus Christ our Savior and Lord AMEN.

P: Almighty God in his mercy has given his Son to die for us and, for his sake, forgives us all our sins. As a called and ordained minister of the Church of Christ and by his authority, I declare to you the entire forgiveness of all your sins, in the name of the Father, and of the (+)

Son, and of the Holy Spirit. C: AMEN.

THE GATHERING HYMN

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 PRAYER OF THE DAY P: Gracious God, you have placed within the hearts of all your children a longing for your word and a hunger for your truth. Grant that we may know your Son to be the true bread of heaven and share this bread with all the world, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. C: AMEN.

THE ASSEMBLY SITS

+ LITURGY OF THE WORD +AFTER EACH READING: A: THE WORD OF THE LORD. C: THANKS BE TO GOD.

THE FIRST READING II KINGS 4: 42-44

PSALMODY PSALM 145: 10-19 (CONGREGATION-BOLD PRINT) All your works praise you, O LORD,

and your faithful servants bless you.They make known the glory of your kingdom

and speak of your power;that the peoples may know of your power

and the glorious splendor of your kingdom. Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom;

your dominion endures throughout all ages. The LORD is faithful in all his words

and merciful in all his deeds. The LORD upholds all those who fall;

he lifts up those who are bowed down. The eyes of all wait upon you, O LORD,

and you give them their food in due season. You open wide your hand

and satisfy the needs of every living creature. The LORD is righteous in all his ways

and loving in all his works. The LORD is near to those who call upon him,

to all who call upon him faithfully.

THE SECOND READING EPHESIANS 3:14-21

THE GOSPEL JOHN 6:1-21

Gospel Acclamation begins.

GOSPEL ANNOUNCEMENTP: (+) The Holy Gospel according to John the 6th chapter. (++) C:

P: The Gospel of the Lord. After the ReadingC:

THE SERMON “DESERT PASSOVER; EXODUS AT SEA” (John 6:1-21))

►After the sermon a musical reflection will be played ◄

THE HYMN OF THE DAY HYMN 515

PROFESSION OF FAITH APOSTLES CREED C: I 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 Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended to the dead. 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.

THE PRAYERS OF INTERCESSIONTHE READER PRAYS:”LORD IN YOUR MERCY.”

CONGREGATION RESPONDS:…”HEAR OUR PRAYER” ► (PLEASE KNEEL IF YOU ARE ABLE)◄

A: Let us pray for the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, and for all people according to their needs.

A BRIEF SILENCE. AT THE END OF THE PRAYERS:P: SUMMARY PRAYER BY THE PASTOR C: AMEN.

+ PEACE +A: THE PEACE OF THE LORD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS.

C: AND ALSO WITH YOU. THE CONGREGATION GREETS ONE ANOTHER WITH THE GREETING OF “PEACE BE WITH YOU.”

THE OFFERTORYTHE ASSEMBLY STANDS AS THE USHERS BRING THE OFFERING FORWARD AS THE PEOPLE SINGOFFERTORY RESPONSE

OFFERTORY PRAYERA: God of all creation:C: all you have made is good, and your love endures forever. You bring forth bread from the earth and fruit from the vine. Nourish us with these gifts, that we might be for the world signs of your gracious presence in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. C: AMEN.

THE GREAT THANKSGIVINGThe presiding minister continues:

DIALOGUE AND PREFACE

P: The Lord be with you.C: And also with you.P: Lift up your hearts.C: We lift them to the Lord.P: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.C: It is right to give our thanks and praise.P: It is indeed right, our duty, and our joy... we praise your name and join their unending hymn:SANCTUS (Holy, Holy, Holy)

The Presiding minister continues: P:… proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.C: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.P: …and with all your saints.C: To you, O God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, be all honor and glory in your holy church, now and forever. AMEN.C: THE LORD’S PRAYER (Traditional Form) THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD P: When we eat this bread we share the body of Christ. When we drink this cup we share the blood of Christ.C: Reveal yourself to us, O Lord, in the breaking of bread, as once you revealed yourself to the disciples.

AGNUS DEI “LAMB OF GOD”

PLEASE BE SEATED

INVITATION TO COMMUNIONP: Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed are all who put their trust in him. DISTRIBUTION(BAPTIZED CHRISTIANS WHO HAVE RECEIVED THEIR FIRST COMMUNION, REPENT OF SIN AND TRUST IN JESUS CHRIST FOR FORGIVENESS AND SALVATION, ENDEAVORING TO LIVE IN PEACE WITH ALL PEOPLE, ARE WELCOME TO RECEIVE THE BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST, AS HE GIVES HIMSELF TO US IN THE EARTHLY ELEMENTS OF BREAD AND WINE. THOSE NOT YET READY FOR COMMUNION ARE INVITED TO THE ALTAR FOR A BLESSING.)

COMMUNION HYMN HYMN 362

THE POST COMMUNION BLESSING P: The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. C: AMEN.

POST COMMUNION CANTICLE

POST COMMUNION PRAYER A: Let us pray.C: Almighty God, you provide the true bread from heaven, your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Grant that we, who have received the Sacrament of his body and blood may abide in him and he in us, that we may be filled with the power of his endless life, now and forever. AMEN.

THE BENEDICTION

P: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favor and (+) give you peace. C: AMEN. THE HYMN IN RECESSION

THE DISMISSAL

A: Go in peace, to love and serve the Lord.C: Thanks be to God.

THE ORGAN VOLUNTARY “POSTLUDE” ALAN RIDOUR

Serving in Worship TodayMinisters:………………………………………………………...The People of GodAssisting Minister:……………………………………………………...Diane PilgerLector:………………………………………………………….Karen DaubenspeckSacristan:……………………………………………………………….Garry KiblerAltar Guild: ………………………………………………………….....Diane PilgerAcolyte Team:……………………... Derek Wilson, Addie Wilson, Lindsay NaplesAudio/Visual………………………………………………………….Derek WilsonUsher…………………………………………………………………..Randy EnglerOrganist/Choirmaster:………………………………………………...Dean C. Hunt Pastor:…………………………………………………..The Rev. Eugene A. Koene

SERVING NEXT WEEKAssisting Minister :Terry Wentworth, Lector: Karen Daubenspeck

Acolyte Team: Addie Wilson, Derek Wilson, Lindsay Naples, Audio/Visual: Derek Wilson,

Sacristan: Garry Kibler, Altar Guild: Diane Pilger, Usher: Randy Engler

Stewardship Report for 18 July 2021 In-Person Attendance ~ 33, Offering: 18 July ~ $2,759.00, Designated ~ $5.00

THIS WEEK AT EMMANUEL CHURCH

Sunday, 25 July Tuesday, 27 July Sunday, 1 AugustWorship-10 am Clothes Closet-9 am Worship-10amMonday, 26 JulyChurch Council-6:30 pmBirthdays this week: 25- Christine Sweitzer,28- Darlene Neumeister, 31- Courtney Bates

Altar Vase 1: Given : toThank Dean for the Beautiful Music

Altar Case 2: Given by Dean Hunt in Memory of Stan LaSota on His Birthday

Anniversary this week: 25 July – John & Judy Bland,

Food Pantry Needs See Randy & Sue Engler for more information. There is a grocery cart located in the Narthex to place your items.

Please keep in your prayers our Sisters and Brothers of Emmanuel Lutheran Church.Harlene Huffstetler, Charles Vasbinder, James Kibler, David Griffin, Carl Wollam, June Stroup, George Burin, Jr., Christine Sweitzer, Mary Sudik, Sally Garghill, Darlene Spelich, Anne Rowan, Harry Redmond, Virginia Morris, Cora Byers, June Roller, Billy Eckenrode, Edith Shunkwiler, Carol Allio, Judy Bland, Calvin Beeman, We hold in prayer all who have asked to be on our public prayer list: Joyce Frane, Carol Radich, Lee Sweitzer, Ralph Koene, Evelyn Koene, Teirian McKinney, Raygan Ray, Ken Detman, Warner Taiclet, John, Rosalie May, Hazel Morgan, Dwayne Phillips, Judy Coman, Pam Vines, Peggy S., Tammy Bailey & Family, Timothy, Bart Dunton, Linda Ead, The Rev. John Heinemeier, Anthony Carmella, Edi Fairchild, Pastor James Zingale, Theresa Tokarski, Mary Jane Strade, Chuck Cain, Family of Lucille Kuhn, Family of Mark Davidson. Though we hold many in prayer privately, these people have given permission to be on this public list. Names stay on this list for two months. The above list has been updated. If someone is not on the list and you wish them to be on for another 2 months, please call Dean (Parish Office or Dorothy Sunderman.) Our church office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. The phone number is 330-392-5939. The email address is e elc.office@gmail.com

THE CLOTHES CLOSET IS IN NEED OF Christmas items, Christmas Gifts for Kids-AGES NEWBORN – 16 (GIRLS & BOYS) will

accept donations of CLEAN CLOTHES (LIMIT 10 BAGS) – NO SHOES!

IF YOU DONATE SMALL KITCHEN APPLIANCES, MAKE SURE THEY ARE IN

(1 August 2021) Readings for Next Week:

10 TH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST Exodus 16:2-4 ,9-15 Psalm 78:23-29

Ephesians 4:1-16 Gospel: John 6:24-35

►JULY SPECIAL OFFERING ◄ LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF ◄

CHURCH COUNCIL WILL MEET 26 JULY AT 6:30 P.M. IN THE CHURCH LIBRARY. PLEASE MAKE A NOTE OF IT.

PASTOR JIM ZINGALE IS RECOVERING FROM HIP SURGERY, HIS WIFE JEANNE INVITES GET WELL CARDS. AT 220

INDEPENDENT DRIVE, NE, WARREN, OHIO 44484.HE WAS PASTOR AT GEACE LUTHERAN CHURCH IN

HUBBARD.