Announcements
V Welcome to everyone this morning, and especially to our guests and visitors! Join us after the service for coffee (we have tea too), conversation, and cookies in the fellowship hall where May birthdays will be celebrated. It can be reached by the outside ramp, the stairway behind the conference room, or the elevator by the organ.
V Donations may be made at any time to any ELCA Ministry or Campaign by issuing a check to Redeemer, writing where it is to be used on the memo line and on the envelope, and placing it in the regular offering.
V This Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. our Bible class will be looking at an introduction to the Letter of Paul to the Colossians chapter 2. Pastor Lynda has prepared this lesson for you. Come join us in the fellowship hall.
V The Altar Guild and ushers are looking for additional members. If interested, note it on your attendance registration slip. As is the volunteer service of so many of our members, so the Altar Guild and usher services are vital to our worship.
V Alma Zamzow and others crochet plastic bags into mattresses for the homeless. Leave bags in her patio at 1541 Homewood Rd. #112-B.
V Geri Lein transferred to the Church Triumphant the night of Tuesday, May 23. Her memorial service will be here on Wednesday, May 31st, 2:00 p.m.
V If you wish to add or remove someone from the prayer list, please call the office at (562) 598-8697. You can always leave a message. Our list gets long; if no longer in special need for church prayer, please let us know.
V Donated bakery goods from Sprouts Market are available in the front of the church on Tuesday and Friday mornings at 7:30 a.m.
V There is a registration slip in today's bulletin for those wishing to attend the catered anniversary luncheon given by Pastor Gil and Lavona after services on June 11. They may be deposited in the basket at the exit.
V Our Respite Center meets on Monday, Tuesdays and Thursdays in the fellowship hall. Call (562) 596-1209 for information about registration.
V A website which features the congregation's monthly newsletter (in color) can be accessed at www.redeemerlutheransealbeach.com
Redeemer Lutheran Church
Of Leisure World
13564 St. Andrews Drive
Seal Beach, CA 90740
(562) 598-8697
e-mail:
website: www.redeemerlutheransealbeach.com
“Holy Father, protect them in your name that you have given me, so that they may be one, as we are one.”
WORSHIP SERVICE
MAY 28, 2017
7TH SUNDAY OF EASTER
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WORSHIP Service
PRELUDE
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
MISSION MOMENT “Nepal Earthquake Malaria Campaign” Flo Nesland
GATHERING HYMN “How Firm a Foundation”
STEWARDSHIP THOUGHT
We Can’t Serve both God and Money
By nature, we are selfish and greedy people. Our society encourages that sinful mindset by telling us that more and newer is better. Although Scripture nowhere teaches us that being rich is sinful, it does warn us that wealth may be a trap and temptation “that plunges men into ruin and destruction” (1 Timothy 6:9). Jesus said, “You cannot serve both God and Money” (Matthew 6:24). An indication that our money has become overly important to us is when we ignore the needs of others and the needs of our church. With God’s strength, we can place God first and overcome the temptation to love our money.
Prayer: Dear Heavenly Father, I pray You will enable me to be faithful with all my blessings, especially in the attitude toward and in the management of my money. Help me always to be thankful for what I have. I thank You for Your constant love and presence in my life. Through Christ I ask these things. Amen.
Blessings on Your Stewardship Journey!
Last Sunday’s Attendance: 71
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Guidelines for prayer list:
We are requesting all members (and friends) to please call the church office and leave a message requesting prayer regarding any illnesses, surgeries, procedures, and treatments regarding you, church members, and family members. Please also notify us when the prayers are no longer needed. Our pastor is also available after Sunday morning service for personal prayer. Let him know as you leave services and he will meet you at the altar rail immediately following “the last person out of church”.
REMEMBER IN PRAYER
Our Members: Wendy Alfageme, Dena Anderson, Shirley Anderson, Bea Bander, Carol Costello, Russ Cullimore, Patti Drumm, Bob Edwards, Helyn Edwards, Lucy Fitch, Sarah Gould, Don Gramly, Christine Hughes, Mavis Lancaster, Nancy Luebben, Dody Lynch, Phyllis Mackey, Glen Massingill, Kathleen Nilsson, Lodi Nieto, Erich Obersteiner, Christine Osterberg, Jim Pushman, Shirley Reimers, Lillian Smith, Juanita Townsend, Linda Tracey, Marilyn Ventura, and Martha Ziegler;
And Our Family Members and Friends: John Baumler family, Kyle Belanger, Rose Betancourt, Roman Bentley, Lynda Bischof, John Bishop, Sally Blevins, Julie Carlson, Rich Carlson, Paul Chen family, Caren Condon, Joan and Elwin Cubitt, Frank Dean, Kimmie DeVora, Anna Dow, Eileen Dow, Cindy Duran, Richard Eggers, Loretta Gilbert, Rachelle Gould, Margie Garceau, Paul Higgenbotham, Kiersten Hnizdo, Joey Jananian, Dolores and Gordy Jagusch, John LaMarr, Mary and Karen Lanza, Mike Lawrence, Olaf Lee, John Lochiavo, David Ludwig, Jessica Mackner, George Massingill, Mary Matthews, Ethan Millerick, Heidi Mitchell, Bill Montague, Kyle Nguyen, Chuck Nieto, Matthew Norlander, Victor Obersteiner, Pat O’Donnell, Ken Osborn, David Ream, Nathan Rhodes, Barbara Steinwehe, Louise Wagner, June Welton, Sandra Wright, and Bryce Young.
We also remember those confined at home, in hospitals, or in nursing homes. And, always pray for peace.
Please pray for the friends and family of Geri Lein who entered the Church Triumphant.
Emergency Pastoral Care: Whenever you are in need of emergency pastoral care give Pastor Gil a phone call (562) 430-7999. Cedric Elmer and Margo Geesing (our secretary) also know how to reach Pastor Gil.
GREETING
P Alleluia! Christ is risen!
C Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia!
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.
CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS
P Let us come into the light, the revealing and healing light of God.
Silence is kept for reflection.
C God of grace and glory, you have brought us through the night of sin into the light of Jesus' resurrection. Yet our lives are still shadowed by sin. Make us alive in Christ, O God. Make us new as you make all things new. Rescue us from evil and the gloom of sin, renew us in grace, and restore us to living in your holiness, through Jesus Christ, our risen Lord. Amen.
P Rejoice with all creation around God's throne! The light of the risen Christ puts to flight all evil deeds, washes away sin, restores innocence to the fallen, casts out hate, brings peace, and humbles earthly pride. Jesus Christ loves you and + frees you from your sins by his blood. To him be glory and dominion forever and ever!
C Amen.
PRAYER OF THE DAY
C O God of glory, your Son Jesus Christ suffered for us and ascended to your right hand. Unite us with Christ and each other in suffering and in joy, that all the world may be drawn into your bountiful presence, 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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WE HEAR GOD’S WORD PROCLAIMED
THE LESSONS
First Lesson Acts 1:6-14
Second Lesson 1 Peter 4:12-14; 5:6-11
Gospel Lesson John 17:1-11
INTRODUCTION
In these days between Ascension and Pentecost, we gather with the disciples in the upper room, waiting for the Spirit to transform the church around the world. In today's gospel Jesus prays for his followers and for their mission in his name. Amid religious, social, and economic divisions, we seek the unity that Jesus had with his Father. Made one in baptism, we go forth to live our faith in the world, eager for the unity that God intends for the whole human family.
The First Lesson is from Acts chapter 1 verses 6-14
6When the apostles had come together, they asked Jesus, "Lord, is this the time when you will restore the kingdom to Israel?" 7He replied, "It is not for you to know the times or periods that the Father has set by his own authority. 8But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." 9When he had said this, as they were watching, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him out of their sight. 10While he was going and they were gazing up toward heaven, suddenly two men in white robes stood by them. 11They said, "Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking up toward heaven? This Jesus, who has been taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven." 12Then they returned to Jerusalem from the mount called Olivet, which is near Jerusalem, a sabbath day's journey away. 13When they had entered the city, they went to the room upstairs where they were staying, Peter, and John, and James, and Andrew, Philip and Thomas, Bartholomew and Matthew, James son of Alphaeus, and Simon the Zealot, and Judas son of James. 14All these were constantly devoting themselves to prayer, together with certain women, including Mary the mother of Jesus, as well as his brothers.
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Pastor: Rev. Gil Moore, home phone is (562) 430-7999
Organist: Sharon Heck
Altar Flowers: are given by: Marion Fraide in Memory of My Daughter, Cynthia Luff.
Everyone please, remember to turn off your cell phones and pagers. Please, complete an attendance registration slip (from pew rack) and place it in the offering plate. Thank you!
THOSE WHO SERVE TODAY
Presider: Pastor Gilbert Moore; Acolyte: Carmen Leslie; Greeters: Shirlene Bradrick and Alma Zamzow; Ushers: Shirlene Bradrick, Phyllis Mackey, Barbara Schuyler, and Maria Swift; Reader: Pastor Lynda Elmer; Prayer Leader: Chris Moore; Financial Team: Barbara Dykman, Flo Nesland, and Alma Zamzow; and our Hospitality Host and Altar Guild.
THIS WEEK AT REDEEMER
Today Birthdays Celebrated at Coffee Fellowship in the Fellowship Hall
Mon. 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Respite Care
Tues. 9:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. – Office Hours
9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Respite Care
NEWSLETTER ASSEMBLED
Wed. 10:30 a.m. – Bible Study
2:00 p.m. – Memorial Service for Geri Lein
Thurs. 9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. – Office Hours
9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Respite Care
Next Sunday: 10:30 a.m. Communion Service
Coffee Fellowship
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DISMISSAL
Congregation is reminded to stand and face the rear of church for the Dismissal at the end of the service. This gives you an opportunity to view the stained glass window of the ascending Christ giving a blessing. And it encourages the congregation to take the blessings of this worship into the week ahead.
P Alleluia! Christ is risen.
C Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia!
P You are the body of Christ raised up for the world. Go in peace. Share the good news.
C Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE
Copyright hymns are reprinted under One License.net #A-709132
Reprinted from Words for Worship, copyright 2016 Augsburg Fortress. Used by permission. Scripture quotations (except psalms) from the New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989 Division of Christian Education of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA. All rights reserved. Used by permission.
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The Second Lesson is from 1 Peter chapter 4 verses 12-14; 5:6-11
12Beloved, do not be surprised at the fiery ordeal that is taking place among you to test you, as though something strange were happening to you. 13But rejoice insofar as you are sharing Christ's sufferings, so that you may also be glad and shout for joy when his glory is revealed. 14If you are reviled for the name of Christ, you are blessed, because the spirit of glory, which is the Spirit of God, is resting on you.
5:6Humble yourselves therefore under the mighty hand of God, so that he may exalt you in due time. 7Cast all your anxiety on him, because he cares for you. 8Discipline yourselves, keep alert. Like a roaring lion your adversary the devil prowls around, looking for someone to devour. 9Resist him, steadfast in your faith, for you know that your brothers and sisters in all the world are undergoing the same kinds of suffering. 10And after you have suffered for a little while, the God of all grace, who has called you to his eternal glory in Christ, will himself restore, support, strengthen, and establish you. 11To him be the power forever and ever. Amen.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION:
(Congregation stands and sings “He is Lord” before and after the Gospel Reading)
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The Gospel Lesson is from John chapter 17 verses 1-11
1After Jesus had spoken these words to his disciples, he looked up to heaven and said, "Father, the hour has come; glorify your Son so that the Son may glorify you, 2since you have given him authority over all people, to give eternal life to all whom you have given him. 3And this is eternal life, that they may know you, the only true God, and Jesus Christ whom you have sent. 4I glorified you on earth by finishing the work that you gave me to do. 5So now, Father, glorify me in your own presence with the glory that I had in your presence before the world existed. 6I have made your name known to those whom you gave me from the world. They were yours, and you gave them to me, and they have kept your word. 7Now they know that everything you have given me is from you; 8for the words that you gave to me I have given to them, and they have received them and know in truth that I came from you; and they have believed that you sent me. 9I am asking on their behalf; I am not asking on behalf of the world, but on behalf of those whom you gave me, because they are yours. 10All mine are yours, and yours are mine; and I have been glorified in them. 11And now I am no longer in the world, but they are in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, protect them in your name that you have given me, so that they may be one, as we are one."