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ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH
246 Benjamin Street Romeo, Michigan 48065
Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost
September 4, 2011
Church Office………………………..752-4588
Hotline............................752-1067
Pastor Mark Evans… 752-2498
Email
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Website.....www.stjohnromeo.org
WORSHIP 9:30 AM
WE GATHER TO WORSHIP P=Presiding, A=Assisting, C=Congregation
Prelude Jan Evans
Congregational Greeting and Theme of the Day:
“So, How Do You Like Your Job?”
ENTRANCE HYMN (stand): “A Mighty Fortress is Our God” Green Book #229
GREETING:
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.
KYRIE: WOV Page 28
P: Kyrie eleison;
C: Lord, have mercy.
P: Christe eleison:
C: Christ, have mercy.
P: Kyrie eleison:
C: Lord, have mercy.
HYMN OF PRAISE: WOV Page 29
Glory to God, glory to God, glory to God in the highest;
Glory to God, glory to God, and peace to God’s people on earth.
Lord God, heavenly king, almighty God and Father,
We worship You, we give You thanks, we praise You for Your glory.
Glory to God, glory to God, glory to God in the highest;
Glory to God, glory to God, and peace to God’s people on earth.
PRAYER OF THE DAY: WOV Page 30
P: The Lord be with you.
C: And also with you.
P: Let us pray…
C: Lord, help us to understand that what we call work is more than a job and more than the labor of our hands. For you have called us to be more than a pay check, and more than a degree. We are followers of Jesus and his” job” for us is to love, to care and to serve others as He has served us. Amen.
CHILDREN’S SERMON Pastor Mark Evans
THE WORD OF GOD:
First Reading: Isaiah 65:17-25
17"Behold, I will create new heavens and a new earth. The former things will not be remembered, nor will they come to mind. 18But be glad and rejoice forever in what I will create, for I will create Jerusalem to be a delight and its people a joy.
19I will rejoice over Jerusalem and take delight in my people; the sound of weeping and of crying will be heard in it no more. 20"Never again will there be in it an infant who lives but a few days, or an old man who does not live out his years; he who dies at a hundred will be thought a mere youth; he who fails to reach a hundred will be considered accursed. 21They will build houses and dwell in them; they will plant vineyards and eat their fruit. 22No longer will they build houses and others live in them, or plant and others eat. For as the days of a tree, so will be the days of my people; my chosen ones will long enjoy the works of their hands. 23They will not toil in vain or bear children doomed to misfortune; for they will be a people blessed by the LORD, they and their descendants with them. 24Before they call I will answer; while they are still speaking I will hear. 25The wolf and the lamb will feed together, and the lion will eat straw like the ox, but dust will be the serpent's food. They will neither harm nor destroy on all my holy mountain," says the LORD.
Psalm 127
1 Unless the LORD builds the house, its builders labor in vain. Unless the LORD watches over the city, the watchmen stand guard in vain.
2 In vain you rise early and stay up late, toiling for food to eat-- for he grants sleep to those he loves.
3 Sons are a heritage from the LORD, children a reward from him.
4 Like arrows in the hands of a warrior are sons born in one's youth.
5 Blessed is the man whose quiver is full of them. They will not be put to shame when they contend with their enemies in the gate.
Second Lesson: Philippians 2:12-18
12Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed--not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence--continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13for it is God who works in you to will and to act according to his good purpose. 14Do everything without complaining or arguing, 15so that you may become blameless and pure, children of God without fault in a crooked and depraved generation, in which you shine like stars in the universe 16as you hold out the word of life--in order that I may boast on the day of Christ that I did not run or labor for nothing. 17But even if I am being poured out like a drink offering on the sacrifice and service coming from your faith, I am glad and rejoice with all of you. 18So you too should be glad and rejoice with me.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (stand): WOV No. 613
C:
Celtic Alleluia
Al – le – lu – ia, al – le – lu – ia!
Al – le – lu – ia, al – le – lu – ia!
P: The Holy Gospel according to St. John, the 5th Chapter.
C: Glory to you, O Lord.
The Holy Gospel: John 5:15-17
15The man went away and told the Jews that it was Jesus who had made him well.
16So, because Jesus was doing these things on the Sabbath, the Jews persecuted him.
17Jesus said to them, "My Father is always at his work to this very day, and I, too, am working."
P: The Gospel of the Lord.
C: Praise to you, O Christ.
SERMON: “So, How Do You Like Your Job?” Pastor Mark Evans
PRAISE HYMN: He’s Got the Whole World in His Hands
He’s got the whole world in His hands,
He’s got the whole world in His hands,
He’s got the whole world in His hands,
He’s got the whole world in His hands.
He’s got the wind and the rain in His hands,
He’s got the wind and the rain in His hands,
He’s got the wind and the rain in His hands,
He’s got the whole world in His hands.
He’s got you and me, brother, in His hands,
He’s got you and me, sister, in His hands,
He’s got all God’s children in His hands,
He’s got the whole world in His hands.
He’s got the whole world in His hands,
He’s got the whole world in His hands,
He’s got the whole world in His hands,
He’s got the whole world in His hands.
APOSTLES' CREED (stand, if you are able): WOV Page 33
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 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.
OFFERING/OFFERTORY: (Stand, if you are able, and sing)…………. LBW 565
C: Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heavenly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
A: Let us pray. Merciful God,
C: we offer with joy and thanksgiving what You have first given us--ourselves, our time, and our possessions, signs of Your gracious love. Receive them for the sake of Him who offered Himself for us, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Announcements and Recognition of Visitors
People Concerns for the Week Pastor Mark Evans
Please keep the following individuals in your prayers:
After the updates of the People Concerns, the Congregation will stand and sing together:
PRAYER HYMN:
We Come to You for Healing, Lord
We come to You for healing, Lord, of body, mind and soul,
And pray that by Your Spirit’s touch, our lives may be made whole.
You touch us through physicians’ skills, through nurses’ gifts of care
And through the love of faithful friends who lift our lives in prayer.
THE PRAYERS (stand): WOV Page 34
A: Let us pray for the whole people of God in Christ Jesus,
and for all people according to their needs.
Each portion of the prayers concludes with these words:
A: Lord, in your mercy,
C: hear our prayer.
The prayers conclude with these words:
P: Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray,
trusting in your mercy; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.
C: Amen
THE LORD’S PRAYER: (Stand if you are able) WOV Page 39
P: Lord, remember us in your kingdom, and teach us to pray:
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.
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.
CLOSING HYMN: “Battle Hymn of the Republic” Green Book #332
DISMISSAL:
A: Go in peace. Serve the Lord.
C: Thanks be to God
Postlude Jan Evans
All songs are reprinted with permission according to copyright laws under CCLI License #1297012.
To Our Visitors and Guests: Thank You for joining us for worship today. Please fill out a visitor card and give to the usher, or sign our guest register book in the front entrance when you leave. Please come and join us again!
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VOLUNTEER MINISTERS FOR SEPTEMBER 4, 2011
Assisting Minister: David Hudson
Acolyte: Volunteers Please!
Greeters: Vi Ladner
Reader: Vi Ladner
Nursery: Volunteers Please!
Ushers: Volunteers Please!
Counters: DROP BAG
Coffee Hour: No Coffee Hour
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THE WEEKLY BULLETIN – SEPTEMBER 3/4, 2011
ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH www.stjohnromeo.org 752-4588 Hotline: 752-1067
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246 Benjamin St., Romeo, MI 48065 Pastor Mark Evans
GUESTS & VISITORS:
The members of St. John Lutheran Church and their Pastor extend to you a most cordial welcome and wish you a blessed worship hour with us. A staffed nursery is available for children 4 and under in the back of the church on Sundays.
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Volunteer Ministers for
SEPTEMBER 10/11, 2011
Assisting Minister:
Karen Joyce
Acolytes:
1) Volunteer Please
2) Kristin & Jennifer Stofflet
Greeters:
1) Glen Douglas, Trudie Seablom
2) Wally & Lynn Semrau
Reader:
1) Trudie Seablom
2) Karen Joyce
Nursery:
1) Volunteer Please
2) Hilary Beyerlein
Communion Care/Bread:
1) Herb & Karen Schroeder/
Judith Park
2) Aline Colbert
Ushers:
1) Pat Hahn, Earl Proctor
2) Ann/Jeff Beyerlein;
Leslie Hauptli
Counters:
Jerry & Jennifer Foor (Monday)
Coffee Hour:
Karen Joyce
Sat. Service Coordinators:
Judy Park; Bob/Marcia Rick
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Last Week’s Attendance:
Saturday, 8/27
5:00pm.........................42
Sunday, 8/28
9:30am.........................95
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The flowers on the altar are in honor of the 60th wedding anniversary of Bob & Lily See.
♥ Congratulations! ♥
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Saturday, October 1st
6:00 p.m.
Picnic on church grounds
(or in Fellowship Hall if weather is inclement)
Bring a dish to pass
JOIN IN THE FUN!
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REMINDER!
Next weekend begins our fall worship schedule: 2 Sunday services at 8:30 & 10:30am and Sunday School begins again at 10:15am.
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Meijer Community
Rewards for July 2011
$39.16
Year to Date: $200.73
Thank you, Shoppers!
This year, St. John and several local churches will participate in the Samaritan House Harvest Walk. All proceeds will go to Samaritan House. The date for the 5K Walk will be Sunday, October 2nd. Please contact Sue Schwartz or the church office if you are interested in walking or pledging.
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WELCA SEPT./OCT. PROJECT
VETERANS AT SAGINAW HOSPITAL
Disposable Razors
Shaving Cream
Toothbrush/paste
Note/Writing Paper
Playing Cards
Envelopes/Stamps
Small Games
Magazines
Paperback Books
Other Toiletries
Please note that WELCA donations are still accepted in the main hallway but are now inside of the black cupboard in the labeled shelves.
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LOST AND FOUND
There is a milk crate to the left of the fireplace in the Gathering Area with lost items in it. Please check to see if any of them belong to (jewelry, tie tacks, glasses, etc.) are usually kept in the office.
Leona Thorman is missing a red Pyrex bowl. If you have seen it, please contact her or the office!
Funds from bottles and cans collected in the hallway will now go towards “His Table” (see below). You may also donate, if you like, with a special envelope marked “His Table”. Thank you!
HIS TABLE
♥ Every third Tuesday of each month, St. John has joined with the United Methodist Church in Romeo in serving a free meal to the less fortunate in our community. We need three to five volunteers for each service day. The meal is served from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. at United Methodist. Food can be prepared here and transported to United Methodist or prepared there. All food will be paid for by St. John from our Community Outreach budget. Currently the program is serving approx. 40 meals and 7 delivered meals to shut ins. There is a sign up sheet in the gathering area if you are interested in participating. Total time invested would be about 5 *very rewarding* hours.
~PAY IT FORWARD~
SEPTEMBER PANTRY NEEDS FOR SAMARITAN HOUSE
* CORN * CRACKERS * PANCAKE MIX * DRY MILK * OATMEAL * PANCAKE SYRUP * JUICE * RAVIOLI/SPAGHETTIOS * HAMBURGER HELPER * BEEF STEW/CHILI * GREEN BEANS * CONDENSED SOUPS * JELLY/JAM * DISH DETERGENT * TOOTHBRUSHES * LAUNDRY DETERGENT * HAIR CONDITIONER * SHAVING CREAM *
* DEODORANT (MEN & WOMEN) *
We appreciate any non-perishable food items and toiletries that you can donate. Drop off your food donations during our normal business hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 10-6 and Friday 10 – 4. We are located at: 62324 Van Dyke, Washington, MI 48094, (586) 336-9956.
Please note that there are black cupboards in both the main hallway and also up near the entrance to the sanctuary for Samaritan House Food collection.
Purchase your quilt raffle ticket at the Romeo Peach Festival Arts & Crafts Show!
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NEWSPAPER AND MAGAZINE RECYCLING
Thank you for the tremendous response with this! In July we recycled 3.40 tons and received $16.98. Landfill space saved – 10.61 cubic yards. Total 2011 Year-to-date: $196.74. Thank you!
PLEASE, NO CARDBOARD or PHONE BOOKS
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Thank you
for saving your pop top can tabs! 317.5 lbs. have been collected since we began in 2007!
This fundraiser is for the purchase of kidney machines. Another example where a little good deed has a huge impact!
Please keep the following individuals in your prayers:
THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN, SEPTEMBER 3 - 11
Saturday -Worship w/Wayward Wind, 5pm
-Wayward Wind Concert, 7-11pm
Sunday -Worship, 9:30am
-Wayward Wind Concert, 7-11pm
Monday -OFFICE CLOSED FOR LABOR DAY
Tuesday -Weight Watchers, 5:45pm
-Boy Scout Troop 156, 6:30pm
Wednesday -LOVE Day II, 8am
-WELCA, 12:30pm
-Tai Chi, 10:30am
Thursday -AA/Alanon, 8pm
Saturday -Worship, 5pm
Sunday -Worship, 8:30 & 10:30am
-Sunday School, 10:15am
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VOLUNTEER MINISTERS FOR SEPTEMBER 3/4, 2011
Assisting Minister: David Hudson
Acolyte: VOLUNTEERS PLEASE
Greeters: Vi Ladner
Reader: Vi Ladner
Nursery: VOLUNTEERS PLEASE
Ushers: VOLUNTEERS PLEASE
Counters: Drop Bag
Coffee Hour: VOLUNTEERS PLEASE
The Can-Do Ringers Bell Choir is in need of new ringers. We are open to anyone 4th grade on up. You don't have to know how to play a bell or read music to join. We take it slow and show you how to ring properly and follow the music. Rehearsals are on Mondays at 6:30pm. We play one Sunday a month at the beginning of both services. Choir members must commit to make as many rehearsals as possible. If you are interested, call Pat Koleda at (586) 992-0646 or just come to our first rehearsal on Mon. Sept.12 at 6:30.
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The Praise Ringers and Praise Singers begin their practice again on Wednesday September 14th. Anyone interested in becoming a prospective member is WELCOME to attend! Praise Ringers start at 6:30 p.m. and Praise Singers at 7:30 p.m.
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Samaritan House is working on a Mud Bog Fundraiser with the Sticks of Romeo for Sat.Sept.10th from 12 until 8 pm. We’re looking for volunteers to work the event. You would assist in crowd control, registration & generally making sure the event runs smoothly. It will be a lot of fun and THIS IS A FAMILY FRIENDLY EVENT! Volunteers need to be 18 years or older. Please contact Jen at 416-0697 or Kim at 336-9956 for further information. It is sure to be fun in the MUD!!!!!!!
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Thank you for saving your pop top can tabs! 317.5 lbs. have been collected since we began in 2007!
This fundraiser is for the purchase of kidney machines. A little good deed with a huge impact!
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FREE Rock ‘n’ Roll Concert Featuring: Wayward Wind! Saturday, September 3rd & Sunday September 4th, 7:00 – 11:00 p.m. at St. John Lutheran Church in the Fellowship Hall.
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We have elder members who are in need of someone to work approximately 3 half days a week for them. It would mostly be running errands like Dr. appointments and grocery shopping; possible light housekeeping too.
Please call the church office for more information.
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