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Sunday Morning Worship

10:00 am

September 24, 2017

Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost

Prayer Before Worship: God of our fathers and mothers, holy is your name. We gather in your presence with praise and thanksgiving for the faithful love you have shown toward your people, for the many blessings you have given to us. Reveal yourself to us.

Open our eyes to see you here among us; open our ears to hear your Word. For surely, you are with us in this place. In the name of Jesus Christ, we pray. Amen.

(In preparation for our worship together, you are invited to take a moment of silence to offer your own prayers of worship and praise.)

A Warm Welcome to all as we gather as God’s people to worship our Lord. We pray our worship together would strengthen your faith and desire to know and serve the One who loves us with an everlasting love as made known to us in Jesus Christ.

Visitors, we are especially glad to have you worshiping with us. Please come again!!

Worship/Prayer Request Cards: Everyone is invited to fill out a Worship/Prayer Request card as you enter so that we know you are here, will be communing today or if you have a prayer request you would like us to include during worship today. Once you have filled out the card, please pass them to the inside aisle for the ushers to pick up. Thanks!

Welcome and Announcements

☩WE PREPARE OUR HEARTS☩

Call To Worship

Surely the Lord is in this place!

How awesome is the presence of the Lord!

This is none other than the house of God

Open our eyes and ears and hearts that we might know God’s presence.

Come, let us worship the Lord!

Welcome Song “To Be Your Presence” ELW # 546

© Music Public Domain, text 2000,2003 GIA Publications, Inc. OneLicense.net A-705226

*Confession of Sins/Assurance of Forgiveness

(All may make the sign of the ☩ cross, the sign marked at baptism, as we begin)

We gather as the baptized people of God in the name of the Father, and of the ☩ Son, and of the Holy Spirit.

Amen.

God of all mercy and consolation, come to the aid of your people, turning us from our sin to live for you alone. Give us the power of your Holy Spirit that, attentive to your Word, we may confess our sins, receive your forgiveness, and grow into the fullness of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.

Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another.

(silence for reflection and self-examination)

Loving Creator,

You have formed us, given us breath, and supplied our every need. And yet we are slow to recognize these blessings, quick to doubt and criticize, and eager to blame others for our own shortcomings. Forgive us when we fail to reflect the unconditional love of the One who made us. Have mercy on us and claim us once again as your own. Amen.

The Lord hears our every cry and grants forgiveness when we repent. In the name of

☩ Jesus Christ, receive the promise that cannot be taken away: you are a child of God, loved, pardoned, and blessed forever. Amen.

Hymn of Praise “Let There Be Praise” W&P #87
© 1985 BMG Songs, Inc. (Admin. by BMG Music Publishing. CCLI Lic.# 1825044

Prayer of the Day

God of Jacob,

You revealed yourself in a dream and showed Jacob that you were not only the God of Abraham and Isaac, but also his God. Reveal yourself to us that we too might know you as our God and make us worthy to be the bearers of your life-giving word to the world; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

☩GOD’S WORD SPEAKS TO US☩

First Reading: Genesis 27:1-4, 15-23 Pew Bible p.23

The Word of the Lord

Thanks be to God

Psalm 3 Read responsively

1O LORD, how many are my foes! Many are rising against me;
2many are saying to me,"There is no help for you in God."

3But you, O LORD, are a shield around me, my glory, and the one who lifts up my head.
4I cry aloud to the LORD, and he answers me from his holy hill.
5I lie down and sleep; I wake again, for the LORD sustains me.
6I am not afraid of ten thousands of people who have set themselves against me

all around.
7Rise up, O LORD! Deliver me, O my God! For you strike all my enemies on the cheek;
you break the teeth of the wicked.
8Deliverance belongs to the LORD; may your blessing be on your people!

Second Reading: Genesis 28:10-17 Pew Bible p.25

*Gospel Acclamation: “Awesome God” W&P #13

*Gospel: John 1:50-51 Pew Bible p.93

Response after the announcement of the gospel:

Glory to you, O Lord.

Response after the gospel reading:

Praise to you, O Christ.

Kids Sermon ????

Sermon Pastor Sheryl

☩WE RESPOND TO GOD’S WORD☩

Hymn “Lead Me, Guide Me” W & P #84

*Profession of Faith: Apostle’s Creed Page 105

I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.

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.

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.

*Prayers of the People

“Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying” ELW #752

(Sung Response after 3rd and 6th Petitions)

Lord, listen to your children praying,

Lord, send Your Spirit in this place;

Lord, listen to Your children praying,

Send us love, send us pow’r, send us grace.

*Sharing of the Peace

The peace of the Lord be with you always.

And also with you.

(You are invited to share the peace of Christ with one another)

Offering

*Offertory “Amazing Grace”

(My Chains Are Gone) Adult Choir

*Offertory Prayer

Let us pray

Lord, you freely give us all that we need and shower us with blessings. In thankfulness, we offer you today our gifts of money; that may they be a blessing wherever they are used. We also offer ourselves and all of our gifts that are given by you, please take us and use us as you will. In your name we pray. Amen.

☩HOLY COMMUNION☩

*Words of Institution

(The Words of Institution are spoken by the pastor, ending with… “now and forever. Amen.” The congregation responds by singing the refrain from “Here is Bread”)

ELW #483

In this bread there is healing,

In this cup is life forever.

In this moment, by the spirit,

Christ is with us here.

*The Lord’s Prayer

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.

*Invitation to Communion

Everything is ready. Blessings await for those who eat and drink of our Lord’s body and blood. Come, for the gifts of God are ready for the people of God.

Invitation Song: “Come to the Table” W&P #33

Distribution of Communion:

Christ is truly present in the Lord’s Supper with gifts of forgiveness, life, and salvation.

All are invited to participate in the Lord’s meal.

(Communion will be served pilgrim style. WHITE GRAPE JUICE and GLUTEN FREE wafers are available. Just ask the server. Children and others who are not yet communicants are invited to come forward for a blessing.)

Distribution Song “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing”” ELW #807

*Post-Communion Blessing

*Post-Communion Prayer

Jesus Christ, 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 be equipped for the work of ministry and building up the body of Christ, for you are Lord and God of all. Amen.

☩WE DEPART TO SERVE☩

*Benediction

*Sending Song “Great is Thy Faithfulness” ELW #733

*Dismissal

Go in peace. Serve the Lord.

Thanks be to God!

Postlude

The Liturgy for today is from Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2017 Augsburg Fortress. Annual License #43625. The songs are reprinted by permission under OneLicense.net A-705226 & CCLI License #1825044. and LicenSing Online #601700.

FIND US ONLINE – Worship Bulletins, ‘God’s Story. Our Story’ inserts, Daily Devotions and podcasts of Sunday’s Sermons are all available on our website. Just go to: www.calvarylutheranscottsbluff.org and click on the Worship tab.

TIRED OF WRITING CHECKS? Scan the QR code to the right or go

to our website: www.calvarylutheranscottsbluff.org to set up your giving to Calvary via electronic giving. It’s safe and secure.

WELCA MISSION PROJECT The WELCA mission project for September is Cooperative Ministries Back Pack Program. This program helps provide food to students who many find it difficult to find food over the weekend. Check the Tidings and bulletin for needed food items. Cash donations may be made in the designated giving envelopes in the pews. 100% of the donation is used to purchase food.

WANTED: POWERPOINT OPERATORS: Requirements require a desire to serve God, a willingness to pay attention during worship, the ability to operate PowerPoint presentations and/or push buttons! Training provided. Adults are encouraged to apply. See Pastors Sheryl or Chris if you are interested in this position.

SAVE THE DATE: CROP WALK –OCTOBER 1st.

Walk will start at 2 pm. Jack Martin will be in the foyer each Sunday to sign you up!

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Flu Shots will be given here at Calvary on October 15. Look for more information soon in your bulletins and newsletter.

INTERESTED IN BECOMING A NEW MEMBER OF CALVARY?

Calvary will be receiving new members later this fall. If you are interested, please talk to either Pastor Chris or Pastor Sheryl.

Open House, Sunday, September 24th @ 2:30 p.m. @ Calvary Lutheran

Please feel free to come to an Open House tomorrow afternoon, Sunday, September 24th at 2:30 p.m. at Calvary for Nora Arsenian Carmi. Born in Jerusalem in 1947, Nora Carsenian Carmi, is a Palestinian Christian who became a refugee in her own city became divided after the establishment of the Israeli State. Through her Christian upbringing, Carmi has learned the value and sanctity of human life as she grew up where conflict and strife have prevailed over the six decades of her life. She is traveling in the Western Panhandle of Nebraska this week, sharing her experiences advocating for a just peace and seeking to empower women and communities through skill development and spirituality. For more information check out her bio on the bulletin board and feel free to come for the Open House tomorrow.

HELP US STOCK THE HELPSHELF Lutheran Campus Ministry of Scottsbluff (Calvary and Rejoice) is seeking donations to set up a HelpShelf providing basic items to help sstudents at WNCC and UNMC College of Nursing. Check out the September Tidings for items needed. This will be an ongoing project to keep the shelves stocked. Thank you in advance for your generosity.

Come be a part of a new beginning. All ages are encouraged to join us each Sunday in the Fellowship Hall from 9 a.m. to 9:10 a.m. for an Intergenerational Opening in the Fellowship Hall followed by Breakout Study groups (Adult, EPIC 7-12 grades, JAM K-6 grades)

☩ In Our Thoughts and Prayers☩

Prayers for Healing: Don Annett (Noni’s husband-hospitalized,) Val Rahrs (recovering from neck surgery), Pastor Nicki McIntyre (Dave Kleensang’s step-mother), Myron Loseke (recovering from surgery), Wanda Payne (recovering from hip surgery), Larry Birch (son of Lila Birch-recovering from heart surgery), Klayton Johnson (diagnosed with cancer), Will Peterson (great grandson of Wes and Elnora Sell – club foot procedures), Steve Kaufman (surgery), Bob Dedlow (Jim and Mabel’s son-cancer treatment), Lillian Blehm, Bill Steele.

Lessons for Next Sunday

Genesis 27:1-4, 15-23 Psalm 46 Genesis 28:10-17 John 1:50-51

Lessons for Next Sunday

Exodus 3:1-15 Psalm 124 Exodus 4:10-17 John 8:52-58

WORSHIP LEADERS
Pastors Chris and Sheryl Kester Beyer
WORSHIP ASSISTANTS
This Sunday – September 24
GREETERS/USHERS: Kurt & Leah
Nikont
LAY READER: Vicki Howell
COMMUNION ASSTS: Jack Martin,
Joan Smith, Pat Smith
ACOLYTES: Bailey Nikont, Alec Sibal
PIANIST: Sat: Angie Jones
Sun: Rhonda Boettcher
ALTAR GUILD: Barb Gorr, Nannie
Walsh, Bonni Tillman
POWERPOINT: Brock Nikont
COFFEE & COOKIES: Gail Bruflat
Next Sunday – October 1
GREETERS/USHERS: LuVerne
Knoedler, Vicki Howell
LAY READER: Marti Wegelin
COMMUNION ASSTS: Dennis Gorr, Marj
Nikont, Mary Jo Huelle
ACOLYTES: Kinsey Kleensang, Nickie
Todd
PIANIST: Sat: Angie Jones
Sun: Rhonda Boettcher
ALTAR GUILD: Barb Jensen, Shelly
Koehler, Andi Dorn
POWERPOINT: Gracee Michael
COFFEE SET UP: Volunteer Today
COFFEE & COOKIES: Volunteer Today / CALENDAR OF EVENTS
Sunday, September 24
9:00 a.m. – Faith Five/Sunday School
10:00 a.m. – Worship
Tuesday, September 26
8:30 p.m. – Men’s Bible Study
12 Noon – Women’s Bible Study
1:00 p.m. – Quilting
7:00 p.m. – Bible Study
Wednesday, September 27
6:00 p.m. – JAM
6:30 p.m. – Confirmation
7:00 p.m. – Adult Choir Practice
Thursday, September 28
6:45 p.m. – Bible Study
Saturday, September 30
5:30 p.m. – Worship
Sunday, October 1
9:00 a.m. – Faith Five/Sunday School
10:00 a.m. – Worship
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Sixteenth Sunday After Pentecost