Thanksgiving Eve Service

Peace Lutheran Church 2090 Commerce Drive

North Mankato, MN 56003

Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good;

His love endures forever.

Psalm 107:1

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“Serving Christ with united hearts and hands and voices”

Pastor Timothy Hartwig

Church Office: 507-385-1386

Cell Phone: 507-382-6826

Email: pastorhartwig@gmail.com

Jesus Lambs’ at Peace Preschool

Teacher/Director: Joslyn Moldstad

Phone: 507-385-7752

Email: joslynm@chartermi.net

Divine Service – 6:30 PM

November 26, 2014 Thanksgiving Eve

Welcome to Peace! – The purpose of our congregation is to worship God, who gives life through Word and Sacrament; to serve one another in love and fellowship; and to proclaim forgiveness and salvation to all through Jesus Christ alone.

Before Worship As you prepare to worship your Lord this evening, spend a few quiet minutes in prayer before the service. Review the lessons, the service notes, and pray this prayer:

Prayer of the Day Almighty God our Father, Your generous goodness comes to us new every day. By the work of Your Spirit lead us to acknowledge Your goodness, give thanks for Your benefits, and serve You in willing obedience; through Your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

For the Children A Cry-Room is available if your little ones need a moment. It is the first room on the left as you walk into the church building. Sound and video are piped into the room to enable you to hear and see the service.

Facilities Restrooms are located down the hall and on the right side.

Peace Lutheran Church Evangelical Lutheran Synod

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A Special Rite: Psalm Feast of Thanks

Prelude: “Let All Things Now Living”

Introduction to the Service Welcome to the feast! Scripture tells us, “Man does not live on bread alone, but

on every word that comes from the mouth of the Lord.” Tomorrow we will feast on food for our bodies. This evening we will feast on the Word of God as we consider all of God’s gifts to us and respond with psalms of praise. May this spiritual food impart to you its very special nourishment as we give thanks to God!

Call to Worship

Psalm 100 P: Shout for joy to the LORD, all the earth.

C: Worship the LORD with gladness;

P: come before him with joyful songs.

C: Know that the LORD is God.

P: It is he who made us, and we are his;

C: we are his people, the sheep of his pasture.

P: Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise;

C: give thanks to him and praise his name.

P: For the LORD is good and his love endures forever;

C: his faithfulness continues through all generations.

Opening Hymn: #67, “Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven”

Congregation verses 1,3,5; Choir verses 2,4

Psalm 118 P: Give thanks to the Lord because He is good,

C: because His mercy endures forever.

P: The Lord is my strength and my song.

C: He is my Savior.

P: Open the gates of righteousness for me.

C: I will go through them and give thanks to the Lord.

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P: This is the gate of the Lord

C: through which righteous people will enter.

P: I will give thanks to You, because You answered me.

C: You are my Savior.

P: This is the day the Lord has made

C: Let’s rejoice and be glad today!

P: You are my God, and I give thanks to you.

C: My God, I honor you highly.

P: Give thanks to the Lord because He is good,

C: because His mercy endures forever.

God’s Word

The Lesson – Deuteronomy 8:10-18 10When you have eaten and are satisfied, praise the LORD your God for the good

land he has given you. 11Be careful that you do not forget the LORD your God, failing to observe his commands, his laws and his decrees that I am giving you this day. 12Otherwise, when you eat and are satisfied, when you build fine houses and settle down, 13and when your herds and flocks grow large and your silver and gold increase and all you have is multiplied, 14then your heart will become proud and you will forget the LORD your God, who brought you out of Egypt, out of the land of slavery. 15He led you through the vast and dreadful desert, that thirsty and waterless land, with its venomous snakes and scorpions. He brought you water out of hard rock. 16He gave you manna to eat in the desert, something your fathers had never known, to humble and to test you so that in the end it might go well with you. 17You may say to yourself, "My power and the strength of my hands have produced this wealth for me." 18But remember the LORD your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth, and so confirms his covenant, which he swore to your forefathers, as it is today.

Psalm 113 P: Hallelujah!

C: You servants of the Lord, praise Him.

P: Praise the name of the Lord.

C: Thank the name of the Lord now and forever.

P: From where the sun rises to where the sun sets,

C: the name of the Lord should be praised.

P: The Lord is high above all the nations.

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C: His glory is above the heavens.

P: Who is like the Lord our God?

C: Hallelujah!

Hymn: #466:1,2, “We Praise Thee, O God, Our Redeemer”

The Epistle – Philippians 4:4-13,19-20 4Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5Let your gentleness be

evident to all. The Lord is near. 6Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. 7And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

8Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable-- if anything is excellent or praiseworthy-- think about such things. 9Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me-- put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.

10I rejoice greatly in the Lord that at last you have renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you have been concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. 11I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. 12I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. 13I can do everything through him who gives me strength. … 19And my God will meet all your needs according to his glorious riches in Christ Jesus.

20To our God and Father be glory for ever and ever. Amen.

Psalm 117 P: Praise the Lord, all you nations!

C: Praise Him, all you people of the world!

P: His mercy toward us is powerful.

C: The Lord’s faithfulness endures forever. Hallelujah!

Hymn: #466:3, “We Praise Thee, O God, Our Redeemer”

The Holy Gospel – Luke 17:11-19 11Now on his way to Jerusalem, Jesus traveled along the border between

Samaria and Galilee. 12As he was going into a village, ten men who had leprosy met him. They stood at a distance 13and called out in a loud voice, "Jesus, Master, have pity on us!"

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14When he saw them, he said, "Go, show yourselves to the priests." And as they went, they were cleansed.

15One of them, when he saw he was healed, came back, praising God in a loud voice. 16He threw himself at Jesus' feet and thanked him-- and he was a Samaritan.

17Jesus asked, "Were not all ten cleansed? Where are the other nine? 18Was no one found to return and give praise to God except this foreigner?" 19Then he said to him, "Rise and go; your faith has made you well."

Psalm 111 P: Hallelujah! I will give thanks to the Lord with all my heart

C: in the company of decent people and in the congregation.

P: The Lord’s deeds are spectacular.

C: They should be studied by all who enjoy them.

P: His work is glorious and majestic.

C: His righteousness continues forever.

P: He has made His miracles unforgettable.

C: The Lord is merciful and compassionate.

P: He provides food for those who fear Him.

C: He always remembers His promise.

P: He has sent salvation to His people. He has ordered that His promise should continue forever.

C: His praise continues forever.

Sermon Hymn: #435, “All Praise to God Who Reigns Above” Verses 1,6 – All; Verses 2 & 4 – Women; Verses 3 & 5 – Men

The Sermon – Job 1:21 “Bless the Name of the Lord!” 21[Job] said: "Naked I came from my mother's womb, and naked I will depart. The LORD gave and the LORD has taken away; may the name of the LORD be praised."

Psalm 103 P: Praise the Lord, my soul!

C: Praise His holy name, all that is in me.

P: Praise the Lord, my soul,

C: and never forget all the good He has done:

P: He is the One who forgives all your sins,

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C: the One who rescues your life from the pit,

P: the One who crowns you with mercy and compassion,

C: the One who fills your life with blessings.

P: The Lord is compassionate, merciful, patient,

C: and always ready to forgive.

P: He will not always accuse us of wrong

C: or be angry with us forever.

P: He has not treated us as we deserve for our sins

C: or paid us back for our wrongs.

P: As far as the east is from the west -

C: that is how far He has removed our transgressions from us.

P: From everlasting to everlasting,

C: the Lord’s mercy is on those who fear Him.

P: Praise the Lord, all His creatures everywhere in His dominion.

C: Praise the Lord, my soul!

The Offering The members of Peace Lutheran Congregation have joined together to do the Lord’s work in this community and around the world. Visitors need not feel obligated to participate in this offering which supports our ministry.

“Give, and it will be given to you. A good measure, pressed down, shaken together and running over, will be poured into your lap. For with the measure you use,

it will be measured to you.” (Luke 6:38)

Please fill out the Friendship Register.

Offering Hymn: #445:1,2,6, “We Give Thee But Thine Own”

Psalm 104 P: Praise the Lord, my soul!

C: O Lord my God, You are very great.

P: You set the earth on its foundations

C: so that it can never be shaken.

P: You covered the earth with an ocean as though it were a robe;

C: You make water gush from springs into valleys.

P: You water the mountains from Your home above.

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C: You fill the earth with the fruits of Your labors.

P: You make grass grow for cattle

C: and make vegetables for man to use in order to get food from the ground.

P: You make wine to cheer man’s heart

C: and bread to strengthen his heart.

P: You created the moon, which marks the seasons,

C: and the sun, which knows when to set.

P: When the sun rises,

C: people go to do their work, to do their tasks until evening.

P: What a large number of things you have made, O Lord!

C: You made them all by wisdom.

P: The earth is filled with Your creatures.

C: The sea is so big and wide with countless creatures.

P: All of them look to You to give them their food at the right time.

C: You give it to them, and they gather it up.

P: You open your hand,

C: and they are filled with blessings.

P: I will sing to you, Lord, throughout my life.

C: I will make music to praise You as long as I live.

P: May my thoughts be pleasing to You.

C: I will find joy in You, my Lord.

P: Hear us, Lord, as we give thanks also for personal blessings.

(silent prayer)

P: Praise the Lord, my soul!

C: Hallelujah!

Benediction P: May the love of the Lord Jesus draw us to Himself. May the power of the Lord Jesus make us strong to do His will. May the peace of the Lord Jesus fill our lives.

C: Amen.

The Closing Hymn #63, “Now Thank We All Our God”

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Thank you to those who served in our service today: Pianist: Susan Lepak; Trumpet: Zach Riehl;

Adult Choir; Organist: Katie Hartwig; The ushers; Cover artwork: Don Moldstad.

To God be the Glory!

Holiday Worship Schedule

Midweek Advent Vespers ~ Wednesdays, 6:30PM

“Christ is Coming!"

12/3 5:30-6:15PM Advent Supper

6:30PM Pastor Luke Ulrich – Matthew 28:19-20

“With a Word for the World”

12/10 5:30-6:15PM Advent Supper

6:30PM Pastor John Petersen – John 5:39

“With a Word for Our Hearts”

12/17 5:30-6:15PM Advent Supper

6:30PM Pastor Tim Hartwig – 1 Thessalonians 5:14-16

“With a Word for Our Congregation”

12/19 6:30PM Preschool Children’s Christmas Program.

12/21 8:30AM Worship Service

10:45AM The Sunday School Children’s Christmas Program

New Year’s Eve Scripture & Song Service

6:30pm

Christmas Eve Worship Service

6:30pm

Christmas Day Worship Service

9:00am

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Pastor Hartwig, Katie, Rebecca, Lydia, Abigail, Caleb, Sarah

and Isaac would like to wish each and every one of you a

blessed and joyful Thanksgiving Day. Let us remember to be

most thankful for the gift of Jesus Christ, God’s Son!

Peace Lutheran Church

2090 Commerce Drive

North Mankato, MN 56003

Evangelical Lutheran Synod

Pastor Tim Hartwig

Office: (507) 385-1386 Cell: (507)382-6826

pastorhartwig@gmail.com