Gathering
Give Thanks for Cheryl Zeh and Mary Maynard - August 6 Two very special people conclude faithful service as staff members at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church the end of July 2017. It will be hard to find words to fully express our appreciation to Cheryl & Mary who shared their time, commitment, and skills with kindness and love. We give thanks that as they leave the staff they will both continue to be part of our community at Our Savior’s. Please plan to attend a reception in their honor on Sunday, August 6, following the 9:30 a.m. service.
Communion Pew Cards You may notice something different during communion. We are no longer using communion cards! The welcome pads will remain in the pews for visitors and people requesting a pastoral call or to leave any contact information.
70th Anniversary Matching Gift
Helping with Worship Today Preacher / Worship Leader
Ushers
Pr. Jerry R. Protextor
Team 4
Music
Communion
Dan Zitzow
Jim Swanson, Janice Alm, Nancy Anderson, Marilyn Eickhoff
Greeters Harold & Arlys Buland, Marlene Johnson, Carol Kuehl
9:30 a.m. 7th Sunday after Pentecost
Sound
Gathering Prelude
Dan Bentley
Reader
Welcome and Announcements
Hazel Jones
Please fill out the red Welcome Books in the pews if your contact information has changed or you are visiting us today.
Finances 2017 Income Received
Monthly Income Needed
Difference (Shortage)
January 2017
$18,906
$26,250
($7,344)
Gathering Song
February 2017
$20,922
$26,250
($5,328)
The Church’s One Foundation
March 2017
$21,293
$26,250
($4,957)
April 2017
$27,410
$26,250
$1,160
May 2017
$20,245
$26,250
($6,005)
L: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
June 2017
$21,342
$26,250
($4,908)
C: And also with you.
Our Savior’s 70th Anniversary Celebration
July 2017
$17,784
$26,250
($8,466)
Come celebrate the 70th Anniversary of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, as we welcome Paul Oman, an artist who pours his heart and soul into each painting he creates. Paul travels across the nation where he brings a story and message to life before the eyes of his audience. He is a true teacher at heart with a joy for people of all ages. On Sunday morning, October 1, 2017, Paul will share his gifts in worship creating a large mural in celebration of Our Savior’s ministry. There will be ONE WORSHIP SERVICE at 9:30 a.m. with a brunch following. Be sure and mark your calendar and come celebrate this special day!
Total 2017 YTD
$147,902
$183,750
($35,848)
In honor of the 70th anniversary year of our church a $35,000 matching gift has been given. The Council invites you to join the effort to match this gift dollar for dollar. It is our goal to match this amount by the 70 th anniversary of the congregation on October 26, 2017. The funds will be used to strengthen the ministry of Our Savior’s and to accomplish special projects in this anniversary year. If you participate, please simply write “Matching Gift” in the memo line of your check.
July Mission of the Month—TODAY Lutheran Men in Mission (LMM) is one of the real gifts in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and it is 100% funded for mission through the generosity of individuals and congregationsWe support this ministry with our prayers, our participation, and our generosity. The vision of Lutheran Men in Mission is for every man to have a growing relationship with Jesus Christ through an effective Men’s Ministry in every congregation. On Sunday, July 23, and Wednesday, July 26, we will gather a benevolence offering for Lutheran Men in Mission. Please consider giving to this important work in our church.
Summer’s Night Out Picnic We will NOT be having our annual picnic in the park this year. Hopefully we can resume this activity in 2018.
Line of Credit Balance: 0 Weekly offering: $6,367 Matching Fund Giving: $11,420 Loan Balance: $75,000 $4,908 is needed to meet the June budget. $8,466 is need to meet the July budget. $35,848 is needed to meet the YTD budget. A loan to fund expenses for the summer was taken out at the bank for $75,000 at 5.75% interest rate. Please consider increasing your giving to help with the deficit and loan. Please make your checks payable to OSLC. Thank you for your many generous gifts to the mission we share.
Weekly Schedule Sunday, July 23 9:30 a.m. Worship Service, Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time, Larsen Lounge 10:45 a.m. Service Unit Meeting, West Narthex 12:00 p.m. Private Bridal Shower, Larsen Lounge
Wednesday, July 26 6:30 p.m. Worship Service, Sanctuary 6:45 p.m. Children’s Time Thursday, July 27 8:00 a.m. Quilters, Fellowship Hall 8:30 a.m. Prayer Time, Larsen Lounge Friday, July 28
Monday, July 24 10:00 a.m. Morning Out, Larsen Lounge 2:00 p.m. Good Samaritan Fund, Larsen Lounge 4:00 p.m. Counters
Saturday, July 29 10:00 p.m. NA Meeting, Fellowship Hall
Tuesday, July 25
Sunday, July 30 9:30 a.m. Worship Service, Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time, Larsen Lounge
ELW #654
Greeting
Confession and Forgiveness L: Blessed be the Holy Trinity, one God, full of compassion and mercy, abounding in steadfast love. C: Amen. L:
Trusting God’s promise of forgiveness, let us confess our sin against God and one another. Eternal God our creator,
C: In you we live and move and have our being. Look upon us, your children, the work of your hands. Forgive us all our offenses and cleanse us from proud thoughts and empty desires. By your grace draw us near to you, our refuge and strength, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. L: Since we are justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit given to us. In the mercy of Almighty God, Christ died for us while we still were sinners, and for his sake, God forgives you all your sins. C: Amen.
Song of Praise Praise to You, O God of Mercy
ELW #208
Prayer of the Day C: Faithful God, most merciful judge, you care for your children with firmness and compassion. By your Spirit, nurture us who live in your kingdom, that we may be rooted in the way of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Word
Prayers of the Community
C: I believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
First Reading Psalm 86:11-17
Teach me your way, O LORD, that I may walk in your truth; give me an undivided heart to revere your name.
C:
I give thanks to you, O LORD my God, with my whole heart, and I will glorify your name forever.
L:
For great is your steadfast love toward me; you have delivered my soul from the depths of Sheol.
L:
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.
Old Testament, page 544
L:
C:
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.
O God, the insolent rise up against me; a band of ruffians seeks my life, and they do not set you before them. But you, O LORD, are a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.
C:
Turn to me and be gracious to me; give your strength to your servant; save the child of your serving girl.
L:
Show me a sign of your favor, so that those who hate me may see it and be put to shame, because you, LORD, have helped me and comforted me.
L: Lord, in your mercy,
Second Reading New Testament, page 158
Meal Offering
Gospel Acclamation
ELW #534
Offering Response Let the Vineyards Be Fruitful
ELW #182
L: Merciful God, you open wide your hand and satisfy the need of every living thing. You have set this feast before us. Open our hands to receive it. Open our hearts to embrace it. Open our lives to live it. We pray this through Christ our Lord. C: Amen.
Alleluia! Lord and Savior, open now your saving word. Let it burn like fire within us; speak until our hearts are stirred. Alleluia! Lord, we sing for the good news that you bring.
Gospel Lesson The Gospel lesson is written in the 13 chapter of Matthew, verses 24-30, 36-43 New Testament pg. 14-15 Glory to you, O Lord.
Response after the reading: P: This is the Gospel of the Lord. C:
Praise to you, O Christ.
Thanksgiving at the Table L: C: L: C: L: C:
Words of Institution
Pr. Jerry R. Protextor
Lord’s Prayer C:
Song of the Day ELW # 680
Page 144 Front of the hymnal
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.
Sermon
We Plow the Fields and Scatter
Communion Song Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
ELW #631
Holy Spirit, Truth Divine
ELW #398
L: Jesus Christ, host of this meal, you have given us not only this bread and cup, but your very self, that we may feast on your great love. Filled again by these signs of your grace, may we hunger for your reign of justice, may we thirst for your way of peace, for you are Lord forevermore. C: Amen.
Sending Blessing
Offering Prayer
Please stand for the reading of the Gospel:
C:
Wherever you are on the journey, this sacrament is God’s gift to you. Holy Communion is a gift of grace to the baptized community. If your child receives communion, please help them or remind them to hold their hand open, palm up to receive the bread. The gluten-free and non-fermented Sacraments are available in the center of the communion trays. Please tell an usher if you wish to have communion brought to you in the pew. All guests and visitors are welcome to receive the gift of grace.
Prayer After Communion
C: Hear our prayer.
Savior, Again To Your Dear Name Romans 8:12-25
Distribution of Communion
Apostles’ Creed
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.
L: May God, whose power working in us can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine, grant you the gifts of faith and hope. Almighty God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless you now and forever. C: Amen.
Sending Song We All Are One in Mission
ELW #576
Dismissal L: Go in peace. The Spirit sends us forth to serve. C: Thanks be to God.
Postlude The power of prayer Christopher Bengtson
LeRoy Huseby
Carol Peddycoart
Marv Conant
Verna Magnusson
Alex Smith
John Hoffman
Marlys Mertz
Vernon Wang
Frances Hogenson
Dean Olson
Linda Wallace
Randy Hogenson
Gerald & Phlayne Olson
Communion Pew Cards You may notice something different during communion. We are no longer using communion cards! The welcome pads will remain in the pews for visitors and people requesting a pastoral call or to leave any contact information.
70th Anniversary Matching Gift
Helping with Worship Today Preacher / Worship Leader
Ushers
Pr. Jerry R. Protextor
Team 4
Music
Communion
Dan Zitzow
Jim Swanson, Janice Alm, Nancy Anderson, Marilyn Eickhoff
Greeters Harold & Arlys Buland, Marlene Johnson, Carol Kuehl
9:30 a.m. 7th Sunday after Pentecost
Sound
Gathering Prelude
Dan Bentley
Reader
Welcome and Announcements
Hazel Jones
Please fill out the red Welcome Books in the pews if your contact information has changed or you are visiting us today.
Finances 2017 Income Received
Monthly Income Needed
Difference (Shortage)
January 2017
$18,906
$26,250
($7,344)
Gathering Song
February 2017
$20,922
$26,250
($5,328)
The Church’s One Foundation
March 2017
$21,293
$26,250
($4,957)
April 2017
$27,410
$26,250
$1,160
May 2017
$20,245
$26,250
($6,005)
L: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
June 2017
$21,342
$26,250
($4,908)
C: And also with you.
Our Savior’s 70th Anniversary Celebration
July 2017
$17,784
$26,250
($8,466)
Come celebrate the 70th Anniversary of Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, as we welcome Paul Oman, an artist who pours his heart and soul into each painting he creates. Paul travels across the nation where he brings a story and message to life before the eyes of his audience. He is a true teacher at heart with a joy for people of all ages. On Sunday morning, October 1, 2017, Paul will share his gifts in worship creating a large mural in celebration of Our Savior’s ministry. There will be ONE WORSHIP SERVICE at 9:30 a.m. with a brunch following. Be sure and mark your calendar and come celebrate this special day!
Total 2017 YTD
$147,902
$183,750
($35,848)
In honor of the 70th anniversary year of our church a $35,000 matching gift has been given. The Council invites you to join the effort to match this gift dollar for dollar. It is our goal to match this amount by the 70 th anniversary of the congregation on October 26, 2017. The funds will be used to strengthen the ministry of Our Savior’s and to accomplish special projects in this anniversary year. If you participate, please simply write “Matching Gift” in the memo line of your check.
July Mission of the Month—TODAY Lutheran Men in Mission (LMM) is one of the real gifts in the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America, and it is 100% funded for mission through the generosity of individuals and congregationsWe support this ministry with our prayers, our participation, and our generosity. The vision of Lutheran Men in Mission is for every man to have a growing relationship with Jesus Christ through an effective Men’s Ministry in every congregation. On Sunday, July 23, and Wednesday, July 26, we will gather a benevolence offering for Lutheran Men in Mission. Please consider giving to this important work in our church.
Summer’s Night Out Picnic We will NOT be having our annual picnic in the park this year. Hopefully we can resume this activity in 2018.
Line of Credit Balance: 0 Weekly offering: $6,367 Matching Fund Giving: $11,420 Loan Balance: $75,000 $4,908 is needed to meet the June budget. $8,466 is need to meet the July budget. $35,848 is needed to meet the YTD budget. A loan to fund expenses for the summer was taken out at the bank for $75,000 at 5.75% interest rate. Please consider increasing your giving to help with the deficit and loan. Please make your checks payable to OSLC. Thank you for your many generous gifts to the mission we share.
Weekly Schedule Sunday, July 23 9:30 a.m. Worship Service, Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time, Larsen Lounge 10:45 a.m. Service Unit Meeting, West Narthex 12:00 p.m. Private Bridal Shower, Larsen Lounge
Wednesday, July 26 6:30 p.m. Worship Service, Sanctuary 6:45 p.m. Children’s Time Thursday, July 27 8:00 a.m. Quilters, Fellowship Hall 8:30 a.m. Prayer Time, Larsen Lounge Friday, July 28
Monday, July 24 10:00 a.m. Morning Out, Larsen Lounge 2:00 p.m. Good Samaritan Fund, Larsen Lounge 4:00 p.m. Counters
Saturday, July 29 10:00 p.m. NA Meeting, Fellowship Hall
Tuesday, July 25
Sunday, July 30 9:30 a.m. Worship Service, Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Fellowship Time, Larsen Lounge
ELW #654
Greeting
Confession and Forgiveness L: Blessed be the Holy Trinity, one God, full of compassion and mercy, abounding in steadfast love. C: Amen. L:
Trusting God’s promise of forgiveness, let us confess our sin against God and one another. Eternal God our creator,
C: In you we live and move and have our being. Look upon us, your children, the work of your hands. Forgive us all our offenses and cleanse us from proud thoughts and empty desires. By your grace draw us near to you, our refuge and strength, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. L: Since we are justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ. God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit given to us. In the mercy of Almighty God, Christ died for us while we still were sinners, and for his sake, God forgives you all your sins. C: Amen.
Song of Praise Praise to You, O God of Mercy
ELW #208
Prayer of the Day C: Faithful God, most merciful judge, you care for your children with firmness and compassion. By your Spirit, nurture us who live in your kingdom, that we may be rooted in the way of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Word
Prayers of the Community
C: I believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
First Reading Psalm 86:11-17
Teach me your way, O LORD, that I may walk in your truth; give me an undivided heart to revere your name.
C:
I give thanks to you, O LORD my God, with my whole heart, and I will glorify your name forever.
L:
For great is your steadfast love toward me; you have delivered my soul from the depths of Sheol.
L:
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.
Old Testament, page 544
L:
C:
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.
O God, the insolent rise up against me; a band of ruffians seeks my life, and they do not set you before them. But you, O LORD, are a God merciful and gracious, slow to anger and abounding in steadfast love and faithfulness.
C:
Turn to me and be gracious to me; give your strength to your servant; save the child of your serving girl.
L:
Show me a sign of your favor, so that those who hate me may see it and be put to shame, because you, LORD, have helped me and comforted me.
L: Lord, in your mercy,
Second Reading New Testament, page 158
Meal Offering
Gospel Acclamation
ELW #534
Offering Response Let the Vineyards Be Fruitful
ELW #182
L: Merciful God, you open wide your hand and satisfy the need of every living thing. You have set this feast before us. Open our hands to receive it. Open our hearts to embrace it. Open our lives to live it. We pray this through Christ our Lord. C: Amen.
Alleluia! Lord and Savior, open now your saving word. Let it burn like fire within us; speak until our hearts are stirred. Alleluia! Lord, we sing for the good news that you bring.
Gospel Lesson The Gospel lesson is written in the 13 chapter of Matthew, verses 24-30, 36-43 New Testament pg. 14-15 Glory to you, O Lord.
Response after the reading: P: This is the Gospel of the Lord. C:
Praise to you, O Christ.
Thanksgiving at the Table L: C: L: C: L: C:
Words of Institution
Pr. Jerry R. Protextor
Lord’s Prayer C:
Song of the Day ELW # 680
Page 144 Front of the hymnal
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.
Sermon
We Plow the Fields and Scatter
Communion Song Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
ELW #631
Holy Spirit, Truth Divine
ELW #398
L: Jesus Christ, host of this meal, you have given us not only this bread and cup, but your very self, that we may feast on your great love. Filled again by these signs of your grace, may we hunger for your reign of justice, may we thirst for your way of peace, for you are Lord forevermore. C: Amen.
Sending Blessing
Offering Prayer
Please stand for the reading of the Gospel:
C:
Wherever you are on the journey, this sacrament is God’s gift to you. Holy Communion is a gift of grace to the baptized community. If your child receives communion, please help them or remind them to hold their hand open, palm up to receive the bread. The gluten-free and non-fermented Sacraments are available in the center of the communion trays. Please tell an usher if you wish to have communion brought to you in the pew. All guests and visitors are welcome to receive the gift of grace.
Prayer After Communion
C: Hear our prayer.
Savior, Again To Your Dear Name Romans 8:12-25
Distribution of Communion
Apostles’ Creed
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.
L: May God, whose power working in us can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine, grant you the gifts of faith and hope. Almighty God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless you now and forever. C: Amen.
Sending Song We All Are One in Mission
ELW #576
Dismissal L: Go in peace. The Spirit sends us forth to serve. C: Thanks be to God.
Postlude The power of prayer Christopher Bengtson
LeRoy Huseby
Carol Peddycoart
Marv Conant
Verna Magnusson
Alex Smith
John Hoffman
Marlys Mertz
Vernon Wang
Frances Hogenson
Dean Olson
Linda Wallace
Randy Hogenson
Gerald & Phlayne Olson
