Sunday Bulletin - St. Paul`s Lutheran Church

Seventeenth Sunday After Pentecost
September 10th & 11th, 2016
11th and Georgia Avenue -- Norfolk, Nebraska 68701
Saturday Worship ................................................................................... 6:30 PM
Sunday Worship ....................................................................................... 9:00 AM
with Holy Communion on 1st and 3rd Sunday of the month
Sunday Bible Class ..................................................................8:00 & 10:15 AM
Radio Service (94.7 FM) Sunday .........................................................9:00 AM
T.V. Services – Cable Channel 12:
(English) Wednesday .................................................... 9:00 AM
(Spanish) Thursday .......................................................2:00 PM
Seventeenth Sunday After Pentecost
September 10th & 11th, 2016
WELCOME TO WORSHIP AT ST. PAUL’S!
It is our privilege to have you here with us today! We are especially delighted to welcome all
our guests who are with us. May the Holy Spirit bless your worship and fill your heart with
peace, joy, and faith in your Savior Jesus Christ. Please introduce yourself, sign our guest
book in the entryway, and worship with us again soon!
 Restroom and nursery facilities (with a video link) are located across from the west
(drive-up) entrance.
 If you have any questions about our congregation's ministries or facilities, please do not
hesitate to ask one of our Elders. If you are looking for a church home or have questions
about what we believe and teach, please speak to our Pastors.
THEME OF THE DAY:
“The Believer Loves the Lost Like Christ”
SERVING THE LORD
Worship Leader: Pastor Paul Hirsch & Guest Preacher Pastor Evan Chartrand (Luther Prep School, Watertown, WI)
Organist: Mrs. Diane Herbolsheimer
Radio Broadcaster(s):
Walt Tinius / Tammy Mancini
Television Broadcast Technician:
Darol Dusseau
On Duty This Week:
On Duty Next Week:
ELDER:
Chad Moyer
Jeff Jensen
GREETERS:
Saturday 6:30 p.m.
Sunday 9:00 a.m.
Leonard Janovec & Bev Kortje
Rosemary Bohn
Roger Bauer
Veryle Winter
USHERS:
Joe Myers / Zachary Sweigard
Matt Bachman / Carl Miller
TECHNOLOGY:
Riley Anderson
Josephine Moyer
WORSHIPPING THE LORD
Last Week’s Attendance: Sat. 6:30 PM - 64; Sun. 9:00 AM - 157; TOTAL = 221
8:00 AM Bible Study – 5; FaithBuilders – 2; Wed. Bible Study – 21; Worship Visitors: 10
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SERVICE OF THE WORD
Christian Worship, p. 38
THE OPENING HYMN: #304, V. 1-4, Jesus Sinners Does Receive
INVOCATION1
M(inister):
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of
the Holy Spirit be with you.
C(ongregation): And also with you.
CONFESSION OF SINS
M: We have come into the presence of God, who created us to love and serve him as his
dear children. But we have disobeyed him and deserve only his wrath and punishment.
Therefore, let us confess our sins to him and plead for his mercy.
C: Merciful Father in heaven, I am altogether sinful from birth. In countless ways I
have sinned against you and do not deserve to be called your child. But trusting in
Jesus, my Savior, I pray: Have mercy on me according to your unfailing love.
Cleanse me from my sin, and take away my guilt.
M: God, our heavenly Father, has forgiven all your sins. By the perfect life and innocent
death of our Lord Jesus Christ, he has removed your guilt forever. You are his own dear
child. May God give you strength to live according to his will.
C: Amen.
PRAYER AND PRAISE
M: In the peace of forgiveness, let us praise the Lord.
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Based on 2 Corinthians 13:14, the worship service begins with an exchange of greeting between minister and
congregation, expressing unity in faith, purpose, and recognition of their mutual need for God’s blessings.
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OH, TASTE AND SEE2
PRAYER OF THE DAY
M: Let us pray.
Lord, we pray that your mercy and grace may always go before and follow after us that,
loving you with undivided hearts, we may be ready for every good and useful work;
through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and forever.
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Drawing from Psalms 34:8 and 119:89, this canticle confesses with the psalmist: “How sweet are your words to my
taste, sweeter than honey to my mouth” (Psalm 119:103)!
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THE WORD OF GOD3
THE FIRST LESSON: ACTS 9:1-20
Meanwhile, Saul was still breathing out murderous threats against the Lord’s disciples.
He went to the high priest 2 and asked him for letters to the synagogues in Damascus, so that
if he found any there who belonged to the Way, whether men or women, he might take them
as prisoners to Jerusalem. 3 As he neared Damascus on his journey, suddenly a light from
heaven flashed around him. 4 He fell to the ground and heard a voice say to him, “Saul, Saul,
why do you persecute me?”
5 “Who are you, Lord?” Saul asked.
“I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting,” he replied. 6 “Now get up and go into the city,
and you will be told what you must do.”
7 The men traveling with Saul stood there speechless; they heard the sound but did not
see anyone. 8 Saul got up from the ground, but when he opened his eyes he could see
nothing. So they led him by the hand into Damascus. 9 For three days he was blind, and did
not eat or drink anything.
10 In Damascus there was a disciple named Ananias. The Lord called to him in a vision,
“Ananias!”
“Yes, Lord,” he answered.
11 The Lord told him, “Go to the house of Judas on Straight Street and ask for a man from
Tarsus named Saul, for he is praying. 12 In a vision he has seen a man named Ananias come
and place his hands on him to restore his sight.”
13 “Lord,” Ananias answered, “I have heard many reports about this man and all the
harm he has done to your saints in Jerusalem. 14 And he has come here with authority from
the chief priests to arrest all who call on your name.”
15 But the Lord said to Ananias, “Go! This man is my chosen instrument to carry my
name before the Gentiles and their kings and before the people of Israel. 16 I will show him
how much he must suffer for my name.”
17 Then Ananias went to the house and entered it. Placing his hands on Saul, he said,
“Brother Saul, the Lord—Jesus, who appeared to you on the road as you were coming
here—has sent me so that you may see again and be filled with the Holy Spirit.” 18
Immediately, something like scales fell from Saul’s eyes, and he could see again. He got up
and was baptized, 19 and after taking some food, he regained his strength.
Saul spent several days with the disciples in Damascus. 20 At once he began to preach in
the synagogues that Jesus is the Son of God.
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The peak of the worship service is when God comes to his people in his life-giving Word. In this section, the First
Lesson usually comes from the Old Testament and is often fulfilled in the Gospel Lesson. The Second Lesson usually
comes from the Epistles – the New Testament letters of Christian teaching and encouragement – and stresses
Christian faith and Christian living. The Gospel Lesson presents the words and works of Jesus Christ, our Savior and
King. We listen intently and stand together in reverence, confident that truly “this is the Word of the Lord!”
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THE PSALM OF THE DAY: PSALM 51A, P. 86 IN THE FRONT OF CHRISTIAN WORSHIP
The Congregation will sing the psalm together.
Have mercy on me, O God,*
according to your unfailing love.
Wash away all my iniquity,*
and cleanse me from my sin.
For I know my transgressions,*
and my sin is always before me.
Refrain
Against you, you only, have I sinned*
and done what is evil in your sight.
Surely I was sinful at birth,*
sinful from the time my mother conceived me.
Hide your face from my sins,*
and blot out all my iniquity.
Restore to me the joy of your salvation,*
and grant me a willing spirit, to sustain me.
Glory be to the Father and to the Son*
and to the Holy Spirit,
as it was in the beginning,*
is now, and will be forever. Amen.4
Refrain
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The “Gloria Patri” is a familiar phrase of praise that connects all of salvation history, Old and New Testament
alike, by pointing us together to the Triune God and to eternal life.
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THE SECOND LESSON: 1 TIMOTHY 1:12-17
I thank Christ Jesus our Lord, who has given me strength, that he considered me
faithful, appointing me to his service. 13 Even though I was once a blasphemer and a
persecutor and a violent man, I was shown mercy because I acted in ignorance and unbelief.
14 The grace of our Lord was poured out on me abundantly, along with the faith and love
that are in Christ Jesus.
15 Here is a trustworthy saying that deserves full acceptance: Christ Jesus came into the
world to save sinners—of whom I am the worst. 16 But for that very reason I was shown
mercy so that in me, the worst of sinners, Christ Jesus might display his unlimited patience
as an example for those who would believe on him and receive eternal life. 17 Now to the
King eternal, immortal, invisible, the only God, be honor and glory for ever and ever. Amen.
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VERSE OF THE DAY5 EPHESIANS 4:11,12
P: ALLELUIA, ALLELUIA!
C:
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11 IT WAS HE WHO GAVE SOME TO BE APOSTLES, SOME TO BE PROPHETS,
SOME TO BE EVANGELISTS, AND SOME TO BE PASTORS AND TEACHERS,
12 TO PREPARE GOD’S PEOPLE FOR WORKS OF SERVICE, SO THAT THE BODY OF CHRIST MAY
BE BUILT UP.
ALLELUIA!
In anticipation of hearing the good news about Jesus, we sing “Alleluia!” (Hebrew for “Praise the LORD!”) and John
20:31, which highlights the primary purpose of God’s Word: to point us to Christ for life and salvation.
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THE GOSPEL LESSON: LUKE 15:1-10
1 Now the tax collectors and “sinners” were all gathering around to hear him. 2 But the
Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, “This man welcomes sinners and eats with
them.”
3 Then Jesus told them this parable: 4 “Suppose one of you has a hundred sheep and loses
one of them. Does he not leave the ninety-nine in the open country and go after the lost
sheep until he finds it? 5 And when he finds it, he joyfully puts it on his shoulders 6 and goes
home. Then he calls his friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have
found my lost sheep.’ 7 I tell you that in the same way there will be more rejoicing in heaven
over one sinner who repents than over ninety-nine righteous persons who do not need to
repent.
8 “Or suppose a woman has ten silver coins and loses one. Does she not light a lamp,
sweep the house and search carefully until she finds it? 9 And when she finds it, she calls her
friends and neighbors together and says, ‘Rejoice with me; I have found my lost coin.’ 10 In
the same way, I tell you, there is rejoicing in the presence of the angels of God over one
sinner who repents.”
After the reading of the Gospel, the congregation sings:
THE CHILDREN’S SERMON
Children ages 3 – 3rd grade are invited to come and sit on the steps at the front of church.
THE HYMN OF THE DAY: #543, God of the Prophets
THE SERMON: ACTS 9:11-156
Rev. Evan Chartrand, Luther Preparatory School
“The Lord Says Go!”
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The sermon is an extended opportunity for the preacher to apply in the lives of God’s people the two main
teachings of God’s Word, Law and Gospel. The Law (God’s dos and don’ts) first shows us our sin and what we
deserve for that sin, death. The Gospel (“Good News”) shows us our Savior Jesus Christ and the eternal life in
heaven he grants us through faith, and then motivates us to live according to his will in thanks for all he’s done for
us. Compelled by Christ’s love for us, the Law finally guides us in leading those God-pleasing lives to his glory.
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THE APOSTLES’ CREED
I believe in God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy
Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died,
and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day he rose again from the
dead. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father
almighty. From there he will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian Church, the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting.
Amen.
THANKSGIVING
THE OFFERING
The members of St. Paul’s Lutheran Church give their offerings to
show their love and thanks to God for doing so much for them, as
well as to support the Lord's work in this community and around
the world. If you would like to contribute, please feel free to do so.
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Lord’s work at St. Paul’s!
(Sunday) THE INSTALLATION OF OUR SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS
THE PRAYER OF THE CHURCH
- For the ministry of Luther Preparatory School, one of our synod’s ministerial training
schools.
- For the ministry of our Sunday School, as they begin their program this weekend.
- For all those dealing with health problems or working through personal difficulties.
THE LORD’S PRAYER7
C: 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.
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When the disciples asked Jesus’ how to pray, he responded by teaching them this prayer template (Matthew 6:913, Luke 11:1-4). Primarily focusing throughout on spiritual needs rather than physical needs, we close our prayer
with a “doxology” (a phrase of praise) which shows trust that God can and will do all we ask. The bells toll
throughout the prayer so that anyone within earshot can pray along with us.
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HYMN: #546, Lord Jesus, You Have Come
THE CLOSING PRAYER
M: Let us pray.
O Lord God, our heavenly Father, pour out the Holy Spirit on your faithful people. Keep us
strong in your grace and truth, protect and comfort us in all temptation, and bestow on us
your saving peace, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the
Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
THE LORD’S BLESSING
(Saturday)
M: Brothers and sisters, go in peace. Live in harmony with one another.
Serve the Lord with gladness.
The Lord bless you and keep you.
The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you.
The Lord look on you with favor and give you peace.
(Sunday)
DUET: The Lord Bless You
Thanks to Scott & Katie Brown for sharing their talented voices with us!
THE CLOSING HYMN: #304, V. 5-7, Jesus Sinners Does Receive8
Growing through the Word, going with the Word... Together by grace alone.
Sunday School at 10:15 AM (during school year)
Adult Bible Studies Sundays at 8:00 & 10:15 AM
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This hymn puts the finishing touches on today’s worship and closes the service on a high note, with one last
opportunity for God’s people to raise their voices together for worship and mutual encouragement. We depart in
peace, walking and speaking in tune with the glorious melody of the eternal music of God.
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
1) Washing Of Rebirth
Barrett Nicholas Dederman, son of Mr. and Mrs. Nick (Heather) Dederman, born
Aug. 29th, 2016, will be brought into God’s Kingdom of Grace through the washing of Holy Baptism in our
service on Saturday. Erika Cada, Kevin & Jami Kment will serve as witnesses. We thank the LORD for
making Barrett His child and heir through Holy Baptism, and pray that he will continue to live in his
baptismal grace all the days of his life, and into eternity! God bless you, Barrett!
2) Pulled Pork & Rib Fundraiser Josh & Tensie (daughter of Ron & Sherry Kraemer) are in the
process of adopting a couple of kids, Noah (7) & Emma (3), from China. If you’ve ever listened through
this process it is very time consuming and expensive, even just considering the travel! Sunday,
September 25 (10:00 AM - 1:00 PM) is the date set for this oinker extravaganza here at church, having
the option of eating here or taking your pork “to-go.” The suggested donations are $5/adult and $3/child.
For more information about this fundraiser, check out the article in September's “Epistle.”
3) New Faith-Builders Class Beginning October 2nd
Do you wish you knew more about the Bible… about Jesus… about your salvation? Have you
been thinking about getting more involved in church? Then FaithBuilders is the class for you.
Over ten weeks, this course covers ten lessons on the beautiful, basic truths of the Christian faith.
All are welcome, beginners to Christianity as well as veterans.
Beginning the first week of October, the class meets on Sundays after church or repeats on
Tuesday evenings at 6 PM. Whether you want to become a member at St. Paul's or just find out more
about God's Word, we'd love to have you so we can build up our faith together! For more information,
contact Pastor Reichert at 402-371-1654 or [email protected]. Thanks!
4) Sunday School Sunday School will be starting up again this Sunday, September 11th. Children are
asked to meet in the church library following the service. Sunday School is planned from 10:15-11:15
each Sunday morning. We are excited to have a fun year, growing in faith as we learn about the stories
of the Old Testament.
5) LWMS Fall Rally The Lutheran Women’s Missionary Society Fall Rally will be held at Trinity, Hoskins
on Saturday, October 1st, 2016. Registration will start at 8:30 AM. Guest speaker will be Pastor Keith
Free (Administrator for Home Missions), who will present about our WELS Cross Cultural ministry. A
special offering will be gathered this and next weekend (9/11&18) to support our Nebraska/Iowa Circuit
mission projects. The donation box for this effort is located at the communication center.
6) Branches Band Returning to St. Paul's! Jesus said, “I am the vine, you are the branches...”
Branches Band, a Milwaukee-based WELS music group, uses their love for music to identify the Savior
of the world - Jesus! From ancient hymns to modern songs, from guitars and piano to vocal harmonies,
the Truth of Gods’ love and grace is at the root of the Branches Band ministry. Please join us at 7 PM on
Wednesday, September 28th, as Branches Band returns to play for St. Paul's!
7) Baby Changing Stations For the convenience of all child caretakers out there, new baby changing
stations have been installed in the upstairs restrooms here at church. Enjoy (as much as possible)!
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8) WELS Area Fellowship Event Mark your calendar for next Sunday, Sept. 18th, when Shepherd of
Peace Lutheran Church will be hosting this year’s WELS Area Fellowship Event. Come & celebrate the
end of summer with great food and games for all ages. Ladder golf, bingo, cornhole tournament & much
more! Starts at 3:30 PM & food served at 5:00 PM. Hope to see you there!
9) Lions Club Parade on Saturday, September 24th At 10 AM on Saturday, September 24th, St. Paul’s
will be participating in the Lions Club parade. It’s a great opportunity to advertise our ministries and
programs to the community! We would love for you to walk with us and help hand out stickers!
OUR WEEK WITH CHRIST
Sun., 9/11
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September 11 - 18
8:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Jesus Is Better)
9:00 AM WORSHIP SERVICE
10:00 AM Coffee / 10:15 AM Bible Study (Augsburg Confession)
10:15 AM Sunday School STARTS
Mon. , 9/12 - 7:30 PM WORSHIP SERVICE at Immanuel Lutheran, Hadar, NE (in school)
Wed., 9/14 - 9:00 AM Worship Service Broadcast on Local Cable 12
- 10:00 AM Bible Class (Pastor Schliewe)
- 7:00 PM Choir
Thurs., 9/15 - 2:00 PM Spanish Worship Service Broadcast on Local Cable 12
Fri., 9/16
- NELHS Day (for Grades 5-8)
Sat., 9/17
- 6:30 PM WORSHIP SERVICE WITH HOLY COMMUNION
Organist: Mrs. Shannon Spreeman
Sun., 9/18
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8:00 AM Adult Bible Study (Jesus Is Better)
9:00 AM WORSHIP SERVICE WITH HOLY COMMUNION
10:00 AM Fellowship Coffee…Hosts & Hostesses: Jamie & Pat Jamison; Margie Fuhrman
10:15 AM Sunday School
3:30 PM WELS Area Fellowship Event at Shepherd of Peace
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Pastor Mark Reichert (Office: 402-371-1654, Cell: 402-302-4348) [email protected]
Pastor Paul Hirsch (Office: 402-371-1233, Cell: 402-649-9268) [email protected]
Mike Paulsen, Principal Apprentice (Office: 402-371-1233, Cell: 262-490-4772) [email protected]
Jeanette Leuthold, Secretary (Office: 402-371-1233) [email protected]
St. Paul’s Web Site: www.stpls.com
Synod Web Site: www.wels.net
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CHURCH CLEANING TEAMS:
Weeks of Sept. 11 & Sept. 18 – Team 5 (Gary & Sue Bretschneider, Joan Ellenberger,
Shannon Spreeman, Walt & Marian Tinius)
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