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The Fourth Sunday of Easter May 3, 2020
Christ’s Lutheran Church exists to welcome people to faith in Christ Jesus;
to equip persons with a faith that works in real life; and to send us in service into the world in Jesus’ name.
Christ’s Lutheran Church 700 East Pennsylvania Avenue
Oreland, Pennsylvania
The Rev. Bill Vanderslice, Pastor
Christ is risen.
He is risen indeed.
Alleluia.
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All weekly building activities and worship schedules continue to be suspended due to the coronavirus.
Our schedule will be regularly reevaluated.
Please note that the scripture readings and prayers in this program have been updated for May 3
for home devotional purposes.
Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 700 E. Pennsylvania Avenue, Oreland, PA 19075
Office Phone: 215-886-4612 | Office Hours: 8:30am – 12:30pm www.christs-oreland.org
Email: [email protected] Bill Vanderslice, Senior Pastor: [email protected]
Ken Selinger, Director of Music: [email protected] Elise Seyfried, Spiritual Formation Director: [email protected] Lorraine Pfeiffer, Administrative Assistant: [email protected]
Sally Mead, Preschool Director: [email protected] Peter Carr, Sexton: [email protected]
In the event of a pastoral emergency, after office hours,
you may reach Pastor Vanderslice by calling his cell phone at 215-534-2845.
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Welcome to Christ’s Lutheran Church! May you experience the joy of God’s presence as we worship together this morning. We are blessed by your presence! Enjoy our gracious lobby to greet friends, guests, and visitors before the service. Please sign the guest book in the lobby if you are visiting with us today, and include your address and zip code. Please allow others to enjoy quiet space and time in the pews as they prepare for worship. Our musical prelude begins our worship experience. We encourage you to use this time to silently prepare to receive God’s Word. WHEN YOU LEAVE…..Introduce yourself to someone you do not know. You may download an electronic copy of the worship program to your electronic device by scanning the QR code on the lobby bulletin board. Cell Phones - Please silence your electronic devices before entering the worship area. We request that you put your cell phone on “airplane” mode to avoid any interference with the sound system. An AED is located in the office hallway. There is an automated external defibrillator (AED) in case of an emergency. Large Print Bulletins are available in the lobby, or ask an usher. Activity Bags for young children are also available in the lobby. A lobby speaker and windows make it possible to see/hear the service from the Lobby in case you need to step out for your comfort or for attending to young children's needs.
The Service is from Evangelical Lutheran Worship, copyright 2006. All rights reserved Service music and hymns are used by permission
of Augsburg Fortress license #14002-LIT, CCLI License # 1589737 or One License # A 70825.
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The Service
[Congregational responses are printed in bold-faced type.] ELW: the hard covered service book, Evangelical Lutheran Worship
The Prelude
Welcome and Announcements Moment for Reflection
GATHERING
The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God.
Please stand in body or spirit.
Remembering our Baptism In 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. People of God, do you promise to support and pray for the mission of the church as we connect to God, each other and the community? We do, and we ask God to help and guide us. Good and gracious God we give you thanks for the new life we share in baptism. Bless and sustain us as your children every day and throughout eternity. Amen.
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The Gathering Song The Lord’s My Shepherd Hard Covered Hymn Book – ELW # 778
Reprinted by ownership of sufficient copies or license #, see page 3.
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The Greeting Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia! 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. The Prayer of the Day Let us pray together: O God our shepherd, you know your sheep by name and lead us to safety through the valleys of death. Guide us by your voice, that we may walk in certainty and security to the joyous feast prepared in your house, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
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Hymn of Praise ELW Setting # 3
The hymn continues on the next page.
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Please be seated.
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THE WORD
God speaks to us in scripture, preaching, and song.
The First Reading Acts 2:42-47
Today’s reading is a description of life in the community following Peter’s sermon on the day of Pentecost, when the Spirit was poured out on God’s people. The new community is sustained in worship and fellowship, shares what they have, and ensures that everyone has enough.
A reading from Acts Chapter 2. 42[The baptized] devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. 43Awe came upon everyone, because many wonders and signs were being done by the apostles. 44All who believed were together and had all things in common; 45they would sell their possessions and goods and distribute the proceeds to all, as any had need. 46Day by day, as they spent much time together in the temple, they broke bread at home and ate their food with glad and generous hearts, 47praising God and having the goodwill of all the people. And day by day the Lord added to their number those who were being saved.
Word of God. Word of Life. Thanks be to God.
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The Psalmody | Psalm 23 Be Not Afraid Hard Covered Hymn Book – ELW # 388
Reprinted by ownership of sufficient copies or license #, see page 3.
The Congregation will sing the following response:
1The LORD is my shepherd; I shall not be in want. 2The LORD makes me lie down in green pastures and leads me beside still waters. 3You restore my soul, O LORD, and guide me along right pathways for your name’s sake. 4Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I shall fear no evil; for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Response 5You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil, and my cup is running over. 6Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the LORD forever. Response
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The Second Reading 1 Peter 2:19-25
Doing the right things does not guarantee that one will not experience difficulties, hardships, rejection, or even suffering. Here Christ is presented as the model for our path of endurance and loyalty to God, particularly amid adversity.
A reading from First Peter Chapter 2.
19It is a credit to you if, being aware of God, you endure pain while suffering unjustly. 20If you endure when you are beaten for doing wrong, what credit is that? But if you endure when you do right and suffer for it, you have God’s approval. 21For to this you have been called, because Christ also suffered for you, leaving you an example, so that you should follow in his steps. 22“He committed no sin, and no deceit was found in his mouth.” 23When he was abused, he did not return abuse; when he suffered, he did not threaten; but he entrusted himself to the one who judges justly. 24He himself bore our sins in his body on the cross, so that, free from sins, we might live for righteousness; by his wounds you have been healed. 25For you were going astray like sheep, but now you have returned to the shepherd and guardian of your souls.
Word of God. Word of Life. Thanks be to God.
Please stand in body or spirit.
The Gospel Acclamation Halle, Halle, Halleluiah Hard Covered Hymn Book – ELW # 172 Reprinted by ownership of sufficient copies or license #, see page 3.
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The Holy Gospel John 10:1-10
Jesus uses an image familiar to the people of his day to make a point about spiritual leadership. Those who listen to Jesus are led to abundant life.
The Holy Gospel according to St John, Chapter 10. Glory to you, O Lord.
[Jesus said:] 1“Very truly, I tell you, anyone who does not enter the sheepfold by the gate but climbs in by another way is a thief and a bandit. 2The one who enters by the gate is the shepherd of the sheep. 3The gatekeeper opens the gate for him, and the sheep hear his voice. He calls his own sheep by name and leads them out. 4When he has brought out all his own, he goes ahead of them, and the sheep follow him because they know his voice. 5They will not follow a stranger, but they will run from him because they do not know the voice of strangers.” 6Jesus used this figure of speech with them, but they did not understand what he was saying to them. 7So again Jesus said to them, “Very truly, I tell you, I am the gate for the sheep. 8All who came before me are thieves and bandits; but the sheep did not listen to them. 9I am the gate. Whoever enters by me will be saved, and will come in and go out and find pasture. 10The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy. I came that they may have life, and have it abundantly.”
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ.
Please be seated.
A moment of Prayer | Sung 2 times Holy, Holy, Holy – ELW # 473 Reprinted by ownership of sufficient copies or license #, see page 3.
Repeat
The Sermon
Please stand in body or spirit for the hymn.
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The Hymn He Lives Reprinted by ownership of sufficient copies or license #, see page 3.
Page 1 of 2
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Page 2 of 2
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The Apostles’ Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God's 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 to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come 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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The Prayers of Intercession
Please kneel or sit as you are able for the prayers.
Uplifted by the promised hope of healing and resurrection, we join the people of God in all times and places in praying for the church, the world, and all who are in need.
A brief silence.
Shepherding God, we thank you for the educational ministries of your church. Enrich the work of teachers, professors, mentors, advisors, and faculty at colleges, seminaries, and learning sites. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Creating God, we praise you for those who maintain and operate farm equipment, for those who plant and harvest crops, for local farmers’ markets, and for those involved in agriculture of any kind. Strengthen their hands as they feed the world. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Guiding God, no one should be in want. Bid the nations to return to your paths of righteousness and inspire our leaders to walk in your ways, so that all may have the opportunity to live abundantly and sustainably. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Comforting God, you carry us tenderly. We pray for those who walk through dark valleys overshadowed by anxiety and overwhelmed with suffering. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Nurturing God, you desire justice for the hungry. Bless advocacy work, food pantries, and feeding ministries in our congregations. May none of our neighbors lack for basic needs. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
Everlasting God, your beloved have heard your voice; you have called them by name and guided them to your side in death. We thank you for their lives of faithful witness. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
With bold confidence in your love, almighty God, we place all for whom we pray into your eternal care; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Please stand in body or spirit.
The Peace
The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you.
The congregation shares the greeting with one another saying, “Peace be with you,” or similar words.
Please be seated.
The Offering Musical Offering
Please stand in body or spirit for the Offertory Hymn.
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The Offertory Hymn Give Thanks W&P # 41 or TFF # 292
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The Offertory Prayer
Let us pray together: Blessed are you, O God, ruler of heaven and earth. Day by day you shower us with blessings. As you have raised us to new life in Christ, give us glad and generous hearts, ready to praise you and to respond to those in need, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
The 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. The Preface for Easter
It is indeed right our duty and our joy… …we praise your name and join their unending hymn:
The Holy, Holy, Holy ELW Setting # 3
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The presiding minister continues with the words of institution.
The Words of Institution
Pastor: Holy, mighty, and merciful Lord, heaven and earth are full of your glory. In great love you sent to us Jesus, your Son, who reached out to heal the sick and suffering, who preached good news to the poor and who, on the cross opened his arms to all.
In the night in which he was betrayed….
Pour out upon us the Spirit of your love, O Lord, and unite the wills of all who share this heavenly food, the body and blood of Jesus Christ our Lord; to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit be all honor and glory, now and forever.
All: Amen The Lord’s Prayer
Lord remember us in your kingdom and teach us to pray.
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen. The Gathering at the Lord’s Table
Communion will be distributed on the congregational level.
We are strengthened and renewed by the real presence of Christ at his table.
Come forward by the center aisle as directed by an usher.
The pastor will place a wafer in your hand.
Gluten free wafers are available on the table as you come forward
Please dip your wafer into the first chalice (wine) or the second
(juice). Return to your seat by the side aisle.
All are welcome to the Lord’s table!
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The Lamb of God ELW Setting # 3
Hymn Cares Chorus Sing 2 X
Please stand as you are able.
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The Post Communion Blessing
The body and blood of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace.
Amen The Post Communion Prayer
We give you thanks, O God, that you make your home with us, bringing heaven to earth in this holy meal. Fill us with your Spirit as we go from here, that we may tend to those in need and seek the healing among the nations, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
SENDING
God blesses us and sends us in mission to the world. The Blessing (From Romans 15:13) May the God of hope fill you with joy and peace in believing so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. Amen. The Sending Song Lead Me, Guide Me Hard Covered Hymn Book – ELW # 768 Reprinted by ownership of sufficient copies or license #, see page 3. See the next page.
The Dismissal
Go in peace. Live in love, as Christ loved us. Thanks be to God. The Postlude
Worship has ended. Let the service begin!
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Lead Me, Guide Me
Go in peace. Live in love, as Christ loved us. Thanks be to God.
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PRAYER LIST FOR THE WEEK
To add a name to the prayer list contact the office or Pastor. Please keep us updated on the loved ones you place on the list.
The prayer list has been updated. Those below are recent additions or have updated information. Those on the prayer list longer than six weeks can be
found on the long-term list in e-news or the monthly Link.
Carolyn Bahm – recovering at home Kurt Baker – recovering from 2/14/20 rotator cuff surgery Kai Berray (Rejoicing Spirits) - surgery Debbie Brucker (Janine Asher, Karen Greilich, & Lori Stevens’ cousin’s wife) multiple myeloma Eleanor Brucker (mom of Janine Asher, Karen Greilich, & Lori Stevens) COVID-19 Bev Campbell – recovering from January 6 knee surgery Jacquie Cannan (Marty Frantz’ cousin) recovering from COVID-19 Patt Dome Dave Hallman (Don Hallman’s brother) – awaiting spinal surgery Eleanor Kleins – broken pelvis from a fall Dan Neely (friend of John Frantz) – cancer Maxine & Glenn Newkirk (in-laws from first marriage of Amy Jacoby) Scott Otterbein – recovering from COVID-19 at home Paul Reynolds (Chris Reynold’s nephew, Sue Frantz’ cousin) at home with COVID-19 Elaine Spotts (Shirley Engle’s niece) – cancer Elsie Stack – recovering from spine surgery Barbara Staller (friend of the Bortz’) – recovering at home Jacob Stein (Gail Polis’ 17-year-old cousin) – injuries from an accident Siobhan & Aiden Trainor (friends of Robin Griffin) - COVID-19 Karen Weirbach (friend of Amy Jacoby) Sam Weiss (Ross & Sue Frantz’ friend) – lung cancer clinical trial We remember in prayer the family and friends of Fred Rude who entered God’s eternal care on April 24. Pastor Vanderslice officiated at a Zoom Video memorial service for Fred’s family on Thursday. A memorial service will be scheduled at CLC at a later date.
We remember in prayer the family and friends of Shirley Wilks who entered God’s eternal care on April 21.
We remember in prayer the family and friends of Henrietta Stainsby who entered God’s eternal care on April 29. Pastor Jann will officiate at a graveside service for family on May 4.
We remember in prayer Ted Dennis & family (Hallman’s friend) whose mom entered God’s eternal care on April 25.
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WEEKLY MEETINGS AND ACTIVITIES - SUSPENDED
Our regular weekly schedule of meetings, small groups and worship continue to be suspended to limit the spread of the Coronavirus. Our schedule at CLC will be reevaluated regularly. FAMILY TABLE - Sunday, May 3 - Virtual Gathering The Family Table meets weekly on Sunday mornings at 9 AM through Zoom Video Chat. Family Table also connects daily through resources and other material posted regularly to the Family Table Facebook page. Contact Elise at [email protected] for more information. MATTIE DIXON FOOD DRIVE – Sunday, May 3 from 10 am – 12 noon
The Community and Outreach Team at Christ's Lutheran Church had a very successful food drive last Sunday! They will be hosting another food drive for the Mattie Dixon Food Pantry on Sunday, May 3rd from 10 AM to 12 PM. Boxes will be lined up along the walkway from the Chapel to the main entrance of the church. If it is raining, the boxes will be under the overhang by the front doors. All non-expired non-perishables will be accepted.
Mattie Dixon has a wish list of the following:
Cake or Brownie Mix Pancake Mix and Syrup Mayo, Ketchup and BBQ Sauce Soup (Chunky or Progresso preferred) Broth (Chicken, Beef or Vegetable) Baked Beans Boxed Mashed Potatoes Boxed Rice
If you see that others are dropping off when you pull up, please wait for them to return to their car before approaching the drop off boxes. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Jacoby or Jen Melnick at [email protected].
Thank you again to everyone for their generosity! TUESDAY BIBLE STUDY – Tuesdays @ 10 am - Virtual Gathering
Our Tuesday Bible Study gathers using Zoom Video Chat. Contact Elise at [email protected] for more information.
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WONDERFUL WEDNESDAY - Wednesday, May 6 - Virtual Gathering
Wonderful Wednesday will meet on Wednesday, May 6 @ 7 pm through Zoom Video Chat. Contact Elise at [email protected] for the Zoom link. INDIVIDUAL AND FAMILY PHOTOS
We would like to upload individual and family photos to our congregational data base and also create a photo display board for the lobby of the CLC community.
Please email us your individual or family photo as a jpeg file to Pastor Vanderslice at [email protected] Include in the text of the email the names of those in the photo from left to right and one thing you like about CLC. CLC COMMUNITY GARDEN
The Community Garden continues this summer.
This year we have 22 gardeners and all 32 plots have been taken. We will be starting a waiting list in the event that a gardener decides not to participate.
The community garden provides an opportunity to grow vegetables for your family while supporting the local community pantry with fresh produce.
Contact Jerry Beil to go on the waiting list.
The drip irrigation is planned to be operational by May 15th. APPALACHIA HERE WE COME – June, 2021
Our travel plans have changed due to the pandemic, but our hearts for serving others haven't! Our CLC Mission Team is still brainstorming together, planning virtual and (later) in-person mission projects in preparation for our week of service in Appalachia next year. We thank you so much for your continued prayers and financial support--all past and future contributions will go towards our June, 2021 mission trip!
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DAILY EMAILS – Congregational Connections and Communication
A few folks have inquired if they can opt out of the daily emails from CLC during this stay at home time.
Unfortunately, if you choose to opt out of the daily emails by unsubscribing to our Constant Contact emails you will no longer receive electronic communications from the church office.
We recommend that if the daily email is not of interest to you, please simply delete the email. Thank you for your understanding. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL - Virtual VBS: Knights of North Castle Reserve the date!
Vacation Bible School will be offered on line the week of June 22 -26 through the CLC VBS Facebook page.
Please return the registration form found on the last page of the bulletin with reduced fee of $10/family (checks to CLC with VBS in memo line). The registration fee will include an activity book and music CD mailed out to every family, as well as access to the online group.
The daily schedule beginning at 9 am will include:
Opening and closing assembly time online, with videos and visits with our dragon puppet Sparky
Music Time together online Drama (Bible Story Time) together online Links to craft, science and game activities to do at home
DO YOU USE SOCIAL MEDIA?
Give us a like & a follow on Facebook at Christ's Lutheran Church, Oreland & on Instagram at clc.oreland for CLC updates, events & photos.
ON-LINE GIVING AT CLC | Made Easy
It is convenient, simple, and secure at www.christs-oreland.org. You can also use your mobile device to make a contribution.
Download the "Give Plus" app to your device from your app store. Search for CLC by zip code 19075. Make a one-time gift or create an account to make a recurring
contribution to the General Operating Fund. Other choices of funds will be available in the future.
You can also go to the CLC website secure page at: www.christs-oreland.org/electronic-giving/ to make a contribution.
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MISSION AND VISION STATEMENTS Council adopts a new Mission and Vision Statement
The Congregational Council has seen the need to revise our Mission Statement to offer a very concise statement for individuals to understand who we are as a faith community.
Our Mission
"Christ's Evangelical Lutheran Church connects individuals to God, each other and the community."
This understanding of who we are grows out of the CLC 2020 visioning process.
Our Vision
"Christ's Evangelical Lutheran Church exists to welcome people to faith in Christ Jesus, to equip persons with a faith that works in real life, and to send us in service into the world in Jesus' name."
Our mission and vision statements are not simply "words on a web page." We deeply believe that it describes the unique character of our church and community. Our "heartbeat" at Christ's Lutheran Church is welcoming, equipping, and serving others as disciples of Jesus!
The Vision Statement has been CLC's statement of mission for several years. As a mission statement the wording is too long for folks to remember. The Council, however, felt the statement summarized our overall vision. It provides CLC with a clear vision of why we exist.
RESPONDING TO THE CORONAVIRUS
Please use good judgement, be cautious and don’t panic.
Wash your hands regularly and avoid hand-shaking.
If you are sneezing, coughing or have a fever, stay at home. Call your doctor.
Carry travel hand sanitizer.
Cover your mouth with a tissue when sneezing or coughing or sneeze or cough into your forearm.
Bring hand sanitizer to church and use it before receiving communion.
Wash your hands after entering a door.
Avoid touching your mouth, eyes, nose, or face.
Sanitize your phone, other electronic devices, and surfaces regularly.
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VISITOR & MEMBER INFORMATION CARD
If you are visitor or congregational member please print the information, remove from the program, & place it in the offering plate.
Today’s Date: _________________ Your Name: _____________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ Home phone: ___________________________________________ Cell phone: _____________________________________________ Email: _________________________________________________ I communed today. I am visiting this morning. _____ 1st time _____ 2 or more times I would like information about children’s programs. Ages _______ I would like information about church membership. My home church is: _____________________________________ _________________________________________________________ I am a member. Please note a change in my contact information. I am not currently receiving email announcements from the church office, please add me to the weekly E-News. _________________________________________________________ Prayer Requests: Please add to the prayer list: (please state relationship & reason) Message for Church Office / Pastor:
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Virtual Vacation Bible School June 22 – 26, 2020
Starting at 9 am each morning For children ages 4 to 8
NAME OF CAMPER _____________________________________AGE ______
NAME OF CAMPER _____________________________________AGE ______
NAME OF CAMPER _____________________________________AGE ______
NAME OF CAMPER _____________________________________AGE ______ PARENTS’ NAMES _______________________________________________ ADDRESS ______________________________________________________ PHONE ________________________________________________________ E-MAIL ADDRESS ________________________________________________
The registration fee will be $10 per family to defray the cost of VBS material
that will be made available to your family.
The Registration form and your check may be mailed by May 22 to Christ’s Lutheran Church
700 East Pennsylvania Ave, Oreland, PA 19075
