St. Paul Lutheran Church

Sunday, October 6, 2019Welcome to St. Paul Lutheran Church. We are grateful to God you are here.

We pray that you will feel the Spirit and warm welcome of this faith community.We look forward to seeing you again!

Gathering

Gathering Song “Day by Day” ELW # 790

Word of Welcome

The WordGod speaks to us in scripture reading, preaching, and song.

Prayer of the Day All: O God, you resist those who are proud and give grace to those who are humble. our Savior and Lord. Amen.

First Reading Isaiah 40: 10-11See, the Lord GOD comes with might, and his arm rules for him; his reward is with him, and his recompense before him. 11 He will feed his flock like a shepherd; he will gather the lambs in his arms, and carry them in his bosom, and gently lead the mother sheep.

Leader: Word of God, Word of Life. All: Thanks be to God

Gospel Acclamation

P: Glory to God in the highest, and peace to God’s people on earth.All: Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father,We worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory.Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God,You take away the sin of the world: have mercy on us.You are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer.For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord,You alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit,In the glory of God the Father. Amen

Gospel Reading Luke 18:9-14 9 He also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and regarded others with contempt: 10 “Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11 The Pharisee, standing by himself, was praying thus, ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other people: thieves, rogues, adulterers, or even like this tax collector. 12 I fast twice a week; I give a tenth of all my income.’ 13 But the tax collector, standing far off, would not even look up to heaven, but was beating his breast and saying, ‘God, be merciful to me, a sinner!’ 14 I tell you, this man went down to his home justified rather than the other; for all who exalt themselves will be humbled, but all who humble themselves will be exalted.”

Pastor: This is the Gospel of the Lord. All: Praise to you, O Christ.

Message Pastor Carole Lundell

Hymn of the Day “Softly and Tenderly Jesus is Calling” ELW # 608

Response to The Word: Creed And Confession

P: In Christ, you have heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation.All: We believe in him and are marked with the seal of the promised Holy Spirit.

(Ephesians 1:13-14)

P: Living together in trust and hope, we confess our faith.All: 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 into hell.* 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

P: Build yourselves up on your most holy faith;All: pray in the Holy Spirit. (Jude 20)

P: Keep yourselves in the love of God;All: look forward to the mercy of our Lord Jesus Christ. (Jude 21)P If anyone is in Christ, there is a new creation:All: Everything old has passed away; behold, everything has become new!

(2 Corinthians 5:17)P: God has given us the ministry of reconciliation. Therefore, let us be reconciled to God and to one another.P: Gracious God,

All: have mercy on us. In your compassion forgive us our sins,known and unknown, things done and left undone.Uphold us by your Spirit so that we may live and serve you in newness of life,to the honor and glory of your holy name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen

P: The almighty and merciful Lord grant us pardon, forgiveness, and remission of all our sins.All: Amen

Peace

P: Sisters and brothers, rejoice. Mend your ways, encourage one another, agree with one another, live in peace.

(2 Corinthians 13:11)

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

Please share the peace with your neighbors saying “The Peace of the Lord be with you.”

Offering “Days of Elijah” Chancel Choir

Prayers of Intercession

Pastor: Hear us, O God,All: You’re mercy is great.

The MealHoly Communion is a sacred and mysterious manifestation of God’s love and grace for us. In Holy Communion the Father, Son and Holy Spirit invite us to share in the bond of peace and love they

share with each other through repentant hearts and humble faith. All are invited to share in this gift of grace. As you come forward you will receive a piece of bread (gluten free available) that you may dip

into the wine or juice.

Great ThanksgivingPastor: The Lord be with you.All: And also with you.P: Lift up your hearts,All: We lift them to the Lord.P: It is right to give our thanks and praise.

Words of Institution

Lord’s Prayer

All: 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

All are Welcome to the Share in this MealAs the prophets of old knew, so may we also know: When we live by the Spirit, we will inherit the

kingdom of God. The Spirit of love and forgiveness grows on the tree of life. This Spirit is available to all who seek it. Eat of this fruit, for it is the body of Christ, given for you.

Song Lamb of God

Copyright 1995 Augsburg FortressOne License.net License #A-714175“LAMB OF GOD”Music: Bread of Life, Jeremy Young, b. 1948Copyright 1995 Augsburg Fortress

One License.net License #A-714175

Distribution Song “Chief of Sinners Though I Be” ELW #609

Distribution Song “Awesome God & Almighty” Handbell Choir

Post Communion PrayerP: Let us pray:All: O God, in this holy communion you have welcomed us into your presence, nourished us with words of mercy, and fed us at your table. Amid the cares of this life, strengthen us to love you with all our heart, through Christ our Lord. Amen.

SendingAnnouncements

Benediction

Sending Song “Christ, Be Our Light” ELW # 715

DismissalPastor: Go in peace. Remember the poor. All: Thanks be to God.

AnnouncementsWelcome to worship at St. Paul Lutheran Church! We are so pleased you are here with us today. Please sign your name and the names of all attending with you in the friendship pad, which is available in each pew.

Worship Helpers: The sign-up sheets for worship helpers (ushers, readers, communion helpers and PowerPoint clickers) are located in the Gathering Area in the green binder on the table near the elevator.

Meal Packing: We are participating in the 13th annual Community Meal Packing event this year at their facility located at 5600 Memorial Avenue North in Oak Park Heights.  We have scheduled the following times for St. Paul Lutheran to package these meals: Saturday, November 2, 10am-12pm; Sunday, November 3, 11am-1:00pm; Monday, November 4, 5pm-7pm, and the Confirmation students and families will package meals on Wednesday, November 13, from 6pm to 7:15pm.  We need about two (2) hours of your time to make some families happy to get this food that we will be packaging. The sign-up sheets are in the gathering area and if you have any questions, please contact Adele or Marguerite.

Movie Night: The Fellowship Committee is having another movie/pizza night for our congregation. The movie to be shown is “The Cure.” This movie was produced in the Stillwater area and Bob Dahlke will be talking about this after the movie. If you are able to attend, please sign up out in the Gathering Area.

Fourth Friday Community Meal was a great success. 27 people enjoyed a tasty meal and dessert. This could not have happened without our servant volunteers. Thank you to Adele Urhammer, Dorie Nelson, Debbie Magnuson, Lynn Lomen and sister Joanie, Robyn Schell, Nancy Schlagel, Shelley Jokinen, Kristi Mack, Diane Podratz, Shelly Kancigor. Thank you from Mugs. 

Senior and Friends Day will be on October 16th in the Fellowship Hall at 11a.m. Please talk to Pastor Carole or Sue Moon-Thompsen for more information.

This Week at St. Paul Lutheran Church

Sunday, October 6th9 a.m. Worship Service with Holy Communion

9 a.m. Sunday School10:15 a.m. Fireside Chat

11 a.m. Ageless Worship/Lunch

Monday, October 7th10 a.m. Tai Chi

2-5 p.m. Youth Connections Drop-In Center

Tuesday, October 8th6:30 p.m. Business Management Meeting7:30 p.m. Executive Committee Meeting

Wednesday, October 9th9 a.m. Men’s Prayer and Bible Study

6:15 p.m. Bell Choir Rehearsal6:30 p.m. Connect

7:15 pm Choir

Thursday, October 10th2-5 p.m. Youth Connections Drop-In Center

Friday, October 11th10 a.m. Tai Chi

Sunday, October 13th9 a.m. Worship Service with Holy Communion

9 a.m. Sunday School

Church StaffLead Pastor: Reverend Fred Hanson

Visitation Pastor: Reverend Carole LundellCasual Worship Leader: Karen Hillmann

Organist, Chancel Choir director, Bell Choir director: Andy Peterson

Parish Nurse: Linda PetersonCustodian: Travis Ramage

Bookkeeper: Ed Seekel

Worship Helpers:

Sunday, October 6th PowerPoint Preparer: Claire JokinenUshers: Floyd Nestrude Roger Harris, Keith Wille and Patrick RaleighReader: Mugs.Communion helpers: Mugs and 2 NeededPowerPoint clicker: Jennifer Braun-Pixley

Sunday, October 13th PowerPoint Preparer: Jackie ShoebergUshers: Lloyd Johnson, Josh Mack, Martin Withuski and Lynn LomenReader: Nancy GrebisCommunion helpers: Paula Burnett, Ann KriselAnd 1 More Needed

Prayer BoxMembers: Meghan Haefs, Margy Carlsen, Brenda Koller, Diane & Leon Siverhus, Ruth Guse, Mary & Larry Viers, Ken Kress, Barb Raleigh, June Carlson, Greg Nelson, Joyce Warner, Martin Withuski, Lorna Lutz, Jane Johnson, Dave Carlsen, Jeff Thomsen, Bonnie Peterson, Deb Hanson, Esther Longseth.

Family and Friends: Ian and Jeff Lundstrom, Emmalyne Carol Spitzer, Lila Powell, Janice Gunderson, Stephanie Rossell, Chloe Hoyle, Becca Larson, Dave Hendrickson, Mary Jean Just, Alice Ault, Claire Celski, Anne Emily, Easton Cummings, Tom Schwietz, Debbie Odell, Josephine Wiersma, Marie Anderson, Beverly Halberg, Randy Fischer, Patricia Peterson, Marcella Christensen, Brian Utecht, Jim Brochu, Molly Granat, Robert Heaney, Jeanette Nelson, Bill Kaufmann, Perry Dau, Jan McAlister.

Military Personnel: Kenny Helms, Daniel Kaufmann, Jill Meyer

PowerPoint clicker: 1 Needed

Attendance Sunday, September 29th: 108

St. Paul Lutheran Church609 5th Street South Stillwater, MN 55082

Phone: 651-439-5970 Website: www.stpaullc.orgE-mail: SPLC@stpaullc.org