4 th Sunday after Pentecost – July 7, 2019 - PowerPoint Presentation

4th Sunday after Pentecost – July 7, 20198:30 a.m. Welcome to Immanuel Lutheran!

Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print.Just as the tongues of fire rested on the heads of the disciples......fill this place with your Spirit, O Lord. So that every knee should bend and every tongue confess... ...that Jesus Christ is Lord. Call to worship based on Acts 2:3 and Philippians 2:10-11 Call to Worship

Gathering Hymn – “In Christ Called to Baptize” ELW 575 1 In Christ called to baptize, we witness to grace and gather a people from each land and race. In deep, flowing waters, we share in Christ’s death, then, rising to new life, give thanks with each breath. 2 In Christ called to banquet, one table we share, a haven of welcome, a circle of care. Although we are many, we share in one bread. One cup of thanksgiving proclaims Christ, our head.

Gathering Hymn – “In Christ Called to Baptize” ELW 575 3 In Christ called to witness, by greace we will preach the lifegiving gospel; God’s love we will teach. By grace may our living give proof to our praise in costly compassion reflecting Christ’s ways. 4 Unite us, anoint us, O Spirit of love, for you are within us, around us, above. Equip us for service with gifts you bestow. In Christ is our calling. In Christ may we grow.

WelcomePlease take a moment to sign the Friendship Pads.We will be celebrating holy communion. All are welcome. Living in God’s Grace as a Neighbor to the World

Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print. Confession & Forgiveness Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God, who forgives all our sin, whose mercy endures forever. Amen. Seeking reconciliation with God and neighbor, let us remember the gift of baptism and confess our sin. Silence is kept for reflection.

Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print. Confession & Forgiveness God of mercy, we confess that we have sinned against you, against one another, and against the earth entrusted to our care. We are worried and distracted by many things, and we fail to love you above all else. We store up treasures for ourselves and turn away from our neighbors in need. Forgive us, that we may live in the freedom of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print. Confession & Forgiveness When we were laid low by sin and guilt, God made us alive together with Christ, forgiving us ☩ all our trespasses by taking our sins to the cross. For freedom Christ has set us free: brothers and sisters, your sins are forgiven, rejoice in this good news! Amen.

Kyrie – ELW p. 203Please join in singing:Have mercy on us, Lord, and hear our solemn prayer. We come to hear your living word; it saves us from despair.Have mercy on us, Christ, and wash away our sin. Pour out your grace and make us whole that new life may begin.Have mercy on us, Lord, make sin and shame depart. Renew us with your saving pow’r; create in us new hearts!

Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print. Apostolic Greeting The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you.

Hymn of Praise – ELW p. 204Please join in singing:Glory be to God in heaven; peace, goodwill to all the earth. Mighty God of all creation, Father of surpassing worth:we exalt you, we adore you, we lift high our thanks and praise. Saints and angels bow before you; here on earth our songs we raise.

Prayer of the Day Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print. The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray. O God, the Father of our Lord Jesus, You are the city that shelters us, the mother who comforts us. With your Spirit accompany us on our life’s journey, that we may spread your peace in all the world, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Lessons 1st Lesson – Isaiah 66:10-14 Psalm 66:1-92nd Lesson – Galatians 6:1-16 Gospel – Luke 10:1-11, 16-20 You are encouraged to practice the art of listening as the lessons are read - the way in which the gospel was originally passed on. The lessons are printed in the Celebrate insert if you wish to follow along or refer to the lesson at a later time.

Psalm 66:1-9 1 Be joyful in God, all you lands’ be joyful, all the earth 2 Sing the glory of ‘God’s name; sing gthe glory of God’s praise. 3 Say to God, “How awesom are your deeds! Because of your great strength your enemies cringe before you. 4 All the earth bows down before you, sings to you, sings out your name. Worship leader reads regular prin t , congregation responds with bold print.

Psalm 66:1-9 5 Come now and see the works of God, how awesome are God’s deeds toward all people. 6 God turned the sea into dry land, so that they went through the water on foot, and there we rejoiced in God. 7 Ruling forever in might, God keeps watch over the nations; let no rebels exalt themselves. 8 Bless our God, you peoples; let the sound of praise be heard. 9 Our God has kept us among the living and has not allowed our feet to slip. Worship leader reads regular prin t , congregation responds with bold print.

Lessons 1st Lesson – Isaiah 66:10-14 Psalm 66:1-92nd Lesson – Galatians 6:1-16 Gospel – Luke 10:1-11, 16-20 You are encouraged to practice the art of listening as the lessons are read - the way in which the gospel was originally passed on. The lessons are printed in the Celebrate insert if you wish to follow along or refer to the lesson at a later time.

Children’s TimeAll those young (and young at heart) are welcome to come forward for a special time with the PastorSermon “Fear of Failure”Pastor Jeff Schlesinger

Song of the Day – “O Zion, Haste” ELW 668 1 O Zion, haste, your mission high fulfilling, to tell to all the world that God is light; that he who made all nations is not willing one soul should perish, lost in shades of night. Refrain Publish glad tidings, tidings of peace, tidings of Jesus, redemption and release.

Song of the Day – “O Zion, Haste” ELW 668 2 Publish to ev’ry people, tongue, and nation that God, in whom they live and move, is love; tell how he stooped to save his lost creation and died on earth that we might live above. Refrain Publish glad tidings, tidings of peace, tidings of Jesus, redemption and release.

Song of the Day – “O Zion, Haste” ELW 668 3 He comes again! O Zion, ere you meet him, make known to ev’ry heart his saving grace; let none whom he has ransomed fail to greet him, through your neglect, unfit to see his face. Refrain Publish glad tidings, tidings of peace, tidings of Jesus, redemption and release.

Apostles’ CreedWe are made God’s people through our Baptism into Christ. Living together in trust and hope, we confess our faith.I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. Worship leader reads regular prin t , congregation responds with bold print.

Apostles’ CreedI 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. Worship leader reads regular prin t , congregation responds with bold print.

Apostles’ CreedI 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. Worship leader reads regular prin t , congregation responds with bold print.

Are there additional prayer requests?Immanuel Lutheran Prayer Concerns Members – The Fassig family at the death of Sarah ; Margaret Schlesinger; Karla Eames, Rita Lilja , Diane Englehart, Cindy Schlesinger, Arlene Archer, Gene Williams; Friends & Family – Our Leaders - ELCA Bishop - Elizabeth Eaton; NIS Bishop - Jeffrey Clements; Heart of Illinois Lutheran Parish Pastor Jeff Schlesinger Our Partner Ministries – Another Child Foundation; NICE; ELCA World Hunger; Mendota Lutheran Home

Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print. Prayers of Intercession Joining our voices with God’s people around the world, let us offer our prayers for those in need . Each petition concludes: ...let us pray. Have mercy, O God. Merciful God, you hear the prayers of your people even before they are spoken. We commend these and all our prayers to you, trusting in your abundant mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord . Amen.

Sharing the Peace Worship leader reads regular prin t , congregation responds with bold print. The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. Please turn to those around you and share a sign of God’s peace.

Offering We respond to God’s grace by offering what God has first given us so that the good news of Jesus may continue to be proclaimed through the ministries of Immanuel Lutheran Church . Thank you for your generous response.

Offering Song – “We Give Thee But Thine Own” – ELW 686 (v. 1-2)please join in singing...1 We give thee but thine own,whate'er the gift may be;all that we have is thine alone,a trust, O Lord, from thee.2 May we thy bounties thusas stewards true receive,and gladly, as thou blessest us,to thee our firstfruits give.

Offering Prayer Worship leader reads regular prin t , congregation responds with bold print. Let us pray. Blessed are you, O God, for the greening earth given for all, for the talents we are given to share, and for this bread and wine. Transform us to be the body of Christ, that, feasting on this food and drink, our lives may reflect your generosity; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

Communion 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.

Communion - PrefaceIt is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks and praise to you, almighty and merciful God, through our Savior Jesus Christ; who on this day overcame death and the grave, and by his glorious resurrection opened to us the way of everlasting life. And so, with all the choirs of angels, with the church on earth and the hosts of heaven, we praise your name and join their unending hymn: Worship leader reads regular prin t , congregation responds with bold print.

Holy, Holy – ELW p. 190Please join in singing:Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, heav’n and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest.Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest, hosanna in the highest.

Communion Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print. You are indeed holy, almighty and merciful God. You are most holy, and great is the majesty of your glory. You so loved the world that you gave your only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but have eternal life. We give you thanks for his coming into the world to fulfill for us your holy will and to accomplish all things for our salvation.

Communion Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print. In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks; broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying: Take and eat; this is my body, given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me. Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to drink, saying: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me.

Communion Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print. For as often as we eat of this bread and drink from this cup, we proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes. Please join in singing (ELW p. 207)... Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.

Communion Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print. Remembering, therefore, his salutary command, his life-giving passion and death, his glorious resurrection and ascension, and the promise of his coming again, we give thanks to you, O Lord God Almighty, not as we ought but as we are able; we ask you mercifully to accept our praise and thanksgiving and with your Word and Holy Spirit to bless us, your servants, and these your own gifts of bread and wine...

Communion Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print. ...so that we and all who share in the body and blood of Christ may be filled with heavenly blessing and grace, and, receiving the forgiveness of sin, may be formed to live as your holy people and be given our inheritance with all your saints. To you, O God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, be all honor and glory in your holy church, now and forever. Please join in singing (ELW p. 207)... Amen, amen, amen.

CommunionGathered into one by the Holy Spirit, let us pray as Jesus taught us.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.

Communion Worship leader reads regular print , congregation responds with bold print. The table is set. The gifts are ready. Come and receive God’s grace.

Communion Distribution As we receive the bread and cup today, we receive grace upon grace from Jesus: forgiveness, new life and salvation. Come and hold your hands out and receive God’s goodness with the holy word of thanks: “ Amen! ”

Communion Blessing Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print. The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ, which you have now received, strengthen you and keep you in God’s grace. Amen.

Prayer after Communion Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print. Let us pray. 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, serve our neighbors with a willing spirit, and honor the earth you have made; through Christ our Lord. Amen.

CalendarTuesday 7/9/19 - Parish Team @ Immanuel Parsonage, 6 p.m.Wednesday 7/10/19 – WELCA Ladies’ Night Out @ El Zarape, 6 p.m.Thursday 7/11/19 – Immanuel Council, 6:30 p.m.Friday 7/12/19 – Pastor Play DateSaturday 7/13/198:00 a.m. – Nurture Kitchen @ 1 st6:00 p.m. – NOTT @ Maples Supper Club, PeruSunday 7/14/19 8:30 a.m. – Worship @ Immanuel 10:30 a.m. – Worship @ First

AnnouncementsLadies Night OUtJuly 10, 2019 6:00 p.m.El Zarape - MendotaProgram – Mission Trip Stories by Linda Eggers Dombrowski and Michele FalettiSign up in the overflow at Immanuel or by calling the Immanuel office

AnnouncementsA Day at the Park(Pastor’s Play Date)Franklin Creek State Natural AreaJuly 12, 201910:00 a.m. – Depart from Immanuel11:00 a.m. – Mill Demonstration & Exhibit 12:00 p.m. – Lunch1:30 p.m. – Nachusa Grassland Tour3:30 p.m. – Franklin Creek Hike5:30 p.m. – Cookout at Franklin Creek Sign-up sheets in overflow ( Imm .) or narthex (1st)

AnnouncementsNight on the TownJuly 13, 20196:00 p.m.Maples Supper Club1401 Shooting Park RdPeru, ILSign up sheet is in the overflow/narthex or text/call Theresa Schlesinger (815.878.8372)

Immanuel Lutheraninvites you to their....Ice Cream Social Saturday, August 34:30-6:30 p.m.   Menu Pulled pork, barbecue, macaroni & cheese, baked beans, desserts, ice cream & beverage   Free will donations Everyone is welcome!

Announcements 4 th Sunday Readers August 25, 2019 Immanuel Parsonage Sign up to order book in Overflow/Narthex

“Season of Creation” is just around the corner. Please start taking and/or collecting your photos for the following topics:Oceans and Lakes Fauna (animals and critters) Storms Cosmos You may begin submitting them to Debbie (at Immanuel), Deb (at First) or PJ (either place) anytime. Digital copies are preferred, but we can scan prints if you’d like to share them.

Live your lives in Christ, rooted and built up in him, and abound in thanksgiving; and the blessing of the holy Trinity, ☩ one God, be upon you and remain with you forever. Amen. Benediction

Sending Hymn – “Spread, Oh, Spread, Almighty Word” ELW 663 1 Spread, oh, spread, almighty Word, spread the reign of God the Lord. Send forth our Creator’s call, heaven’s gifts extend to all. 2 Tell of our Redeemer’s grace, who, to save our human race and to pay rebellion’s price, gave himself as sacrifice.

Sending Hymn – “Spread, Oh, Spread, Almighty Word” ELW 663 3 Tell of God the Spirit giv’n now to guide us on to heav’n , strong and holy, just and true, working both to will and do. 4 Lord of harvest, great and kind, rouse to action heart and mind; let the gath’ring nations all see your light and heed your call.

Dismissal Worship leader reads regular print, congregation responds with bold print. Go in peace. Serve the Lord! Thanks be to God!