7:30am Music Warm Up
8:00am Sound Check All Worship Participants Present
8:25am/11:00am Please Prepare for Worship Pastor Wesley
Prelude:
8:30am Welcome Pastor Wesley
Grace Lutheran Church, Upland, CA
Pastor Wesley Menke
Accompanist: Tatiana Thibodeaux
YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Kt4Sax_jEsA
October 30, 2022
Reformation Sunday
Lay Participants 8:30
Sound: John Holmgren
Lector & Assisting Minister: Debbie Haag
Ushers: Todd Haag
Communion Server: Roberta Thom
Cantor: Joisanne Dailey
Acolytes: Katherine and Grace Morton
Broadcast: Charles Menke
Refreshments: Joey Christenson
Lay Participants 11:00
Lector & Assisting Minister: Maria Shepherd and Ella Shepherd
Ushers: Jerry Shepherd, Jr.
Communion Server: Ingrid Uhler
Acolytes: Rebecca and Alan Menke
Sunday School: Kevin and Carrie Macias and Sheri Menke
Flowers are in Honor of Jerry Uhler’s Birthday – Love from Jerrod and Lukas
Covid 19 Safety Protocol: The California Department of Health recommends wearing a mask while indoors.
Prayer request: please fill out the card and give to the usher during hymn of the day
Unsupervised cry room with live feed of service available in the preschool.
Confession and Forgiveness
All may make the sign of the cross, the sign that is marked at baptism, as the presiding minister begins
Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God,
who is eager to forgive
and who loves us beyond our days.
Amen.
Dear friends, together let us acknowledge
our failure to love this world as Jesus does.
Silence is kept for reflection
God of mercy and forgiveness,
we confess that sin still has a hold on us.
We have harmed your good creation.
We have failed to do justice,
love kindness,
and walk humbly with you.
Turn us in a new direction.
Show us the path that leads to life.
Be our refuge and strength on the journey,
through Jesus Christ, our redeemer and friend.
Amen.
Beloved of God:
your sins are forgiven ☩ and you are made whole.
God points the way to new life in Christ,
who meets us on the road.
Journey now in God’s abiding love
through the power of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Gathering Hymn ELW 503
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.
Now the Feast and Celebration Haugen pg 5
| RefrainNow the feast and celebration,all of creation sings for joyto the God of life and love and freedom;praise and glory forevermore! 1. Now is the feast of the Lamb once slain,whose blood has freed and united usto be one great people of God. Refrain 2. Power and riches, wisdom and might,all honor and glory to Christ forever. Refn 3. For God has come to dwell with us,to make us people of God;to make all things new. Refrain | EstrebilloCelebremos con gran gozoHagamos fiesta a nuestro DiosNuestro Dios de amor, poder y vida;Alabanza y gloria a él. 1. Cordero, te celebramos hoy, tu sangre nos dio la libertad para ser el pueblo de Dios. Estribillo 2. Gloria, riquezas, honra poder, y sabiduría a Jesu-risto Estrebillo 3. Porque ha venido nuestro DiosA darnos su salvaciónA traernos paz. Estrebillo |
Prayer of the Day
Almighty God, gracious Lord, we thank you that your Holy Spirit renews the church in every age. Pour out your Holy Spirit on your faithful people. Keep them steadfast in your word, protect and comfort them in times of trial, defend them against all enemies of the gospel, and bestow on the church your saving peace, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Amen.
Children Sermon
First Reading: Jeremiah 31:31-34
31The days are surely coming, says the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the house of Israel and the house of Judah. 32It will not be like the covenant that I made with their ancestors when I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt—a covenant that they broke, though I was their husband, says the Lord. 33But this is the covenant that I will make with the house of Israel after those days, says the Lord: I will put my law within them, and I will write it on their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. 34No longer shall they teach one another, or say to each other, “Know the Lord,” for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the greatest, says the Lord; for I will forgive their iniquity, and remember their sin no more.
The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Psalm: Psalm 46
1God is our ref- | uge and strength,
a very present | help in trouble.
2Therefore we will not fear, though the | earth be moved,
and though the mountains shake in the depths | of the sea;
3though its waters | rage and foam,
and though the mountains tremble | with its tumult.
4There is a river whose streams make glad the cit- | y of God,
the holy habitation of | the Most High.
5God is in the midst of the city; it shall | not be shaken;
God shall help it at the | break of day.
6The nations rage, and the | kingdoms shake;
God speaks, and the earth | melts away. R
7The Lord of | hosts is with us;
the God of Jacob | is our stronghold.
8Come now, regard the works | of the Lord,
what desolations God has brought up- | on the earth;
9behold the one who makes war to cease in | all the world;
who breaks the bow, and shatters the spear, and burns the | shields with fire.
10“Be still, then, and know that | I am God;
I will be exalted among the nations; I will be exalted | in the earth.”
11The Lord of | hosts is with us;
the God of Jacob | is our stronghold. R
Second Reading: Romans 3:19-28
19Now we know that whatever the law says, it speaks to those who are under the law, so that every mouth may be silenced, and the whole world may be held accountable to God. 20For “no human being will be justified in his sight” by deeds prescribed by the law, for through the law comes the knowledge of sin.
21But now, apart from law, the righteousness of God has been disclosed, and is attested by the law and the prophets, 22the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe. For there is no distinction, 23since all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God; 24they are now justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus, 25whom God put forward as a sacrifice of atonement by his blood, effective through faith. He did this to show his righteousness, because in his divine forbearance he had passed over the sins previously committed; 26it was to prove at the present time that he himself is righteous and that he justifies the one who has faith in Jesus.
27Then what becomes of boasting? It is excluded. By what law? By that of works? No, but by the law of faith. 28For we hold that a person is justified by faith apart from works prescribed by the law.
The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Gospel Acclamation* [Now the feast page 9]
| ????Alleluia, Alleluia. Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. Alleluia! | Aleluya, aleluya, tu Palabra es la luz Para guiarnos a la verdad. ¡Aleluya! |
The Holy Gospel according to John 8:31-36
Glory to you Oh Lord.
31Jesus said to the Jews who had believed in him, “If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples; 32and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free.” 33They answered him, “We are descendants of Abraham and have never been slaves to anyone. What do you mean by saying, ‘You will be made free’?”
34Jesus answered them, “Very truly, I tell you, everyone who commits sin is a slave to sin. 35The slave does not have a permanent place in the household; the son has a place there forever. 36So if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed.”
The Gospel of the Lord.
Praise to you Oh Christ.
Sermon Pastor
Hymn of the Day ELW 513
Apostles’ Creed Assisting Minister (Lector)
With the whole church, let us confess our faith.
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 Intercession* Assisting Minister (Lector)
In gratitude and humility, let us join together in prayer on behalf of all of God’s creation.
A brief silence.
God our fortress, we pray for the church. Write your law of love on the hearts of your people, that we remain steadfast in our witness to your grace. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
God our liberator, we pray for your earth. Bring new life to overused land and contaminated rivers. Reform and reorient our relationship with the environment, that we faithfully care for all of your creation. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
God, our refuge and strength, we pray for the nations. Where they are in an uproar, bring wise leadership and comfort for those in distress. Make wars to cease and peace to enter every land. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
God, our very present help in trouble, we pray for those in need. Show mercy to refugees and all fleeing from danger. Shelter any without homes. Calm all who are facing illness, surgery, or a new diagnosis. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
God our redeemer, we pray for our congregation. Bless all who are preparing for baptism or affirmation of baptism. Open their hearts to your Holy Spirit, teach them your word, and give them courage to proclaim their faith. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Here other intercessions may be offered. Pastor
Cora to heal from Covid, John H. granddaughter
Nancy S. healing from longtime infection
Sergio P. for healing in neck and muscles
Michael D. for smoking cessation, husband of Maria D.
Conn. College Men’s hockey team to have a safe and healthy and fun season, the Uhlers
Jetty S. healing from food poisoning freinds of Aurora A. and Ingrid U.
Lydia to be successful in her search for a job
Jenny for healing from cancer, sister to Amy T.
Grace A. heart health and surgery, friend to Morton family
Jon who has serious health issues, friend of Pastor Linda
Lindsey undergoing cancer treatment, friend of Pastor Linda
Pat. J. who has health issues, friend of Joey C.
Piper, who has kidney troubles and is in the hospital, friend of Thom family
Brian K. for healing from knee surgery
Richard A. for continued zeros on his future PSA tests, brother of Ingrid U.
Greg F. healing from cancer, friend of Uhler’s
Steve H., to recover from back surgery, friend of Jerry U.
Dede E. recovery from heart surgery friend of Kim and Alan B.
Krytal G. to heal from over a year of long Covid, friend of Debbie H.
Luis, Liam, Luca, Rosy y la familia Davila-Sanchez
Rosie T., Tish’s mom to to help her fingers and hands improve
Bella S. for her new life in Christ, a baptized member of Grace Lutheran
Christopher for healing, son of Yolanda R.
Marcus C. for healing of his neck and nervous system, brother of Diane A.
Nyla G. for mental health issues, friend of Pat F.
Lois S. for healing from surgery
Adriana in Miami healing from surgery and from cancer, friend of Aurora
Luisa for healing from cancer, friend of Aurora
Christine L. thanksgiving for a successful shoulder replacement surgery
Mary H. for healing from breast cancer, member of Piecemakers
Alec, help with troubles in his life, friend of Todd & Debbie
Kathy G. ongoing cancer treatment, family of Bob and Karla
Chad and Lyna, to sell their home and have Kathy G. move in, family of Bob and Karla
Bob and Karla M., healing from cancer
Michele R., daughter of Doris
Alicia R. daughter of Ann E.
Ann E. for healing
Arlene O. for housing
Ed, Tim and Clay – Peace from the Thoms
Diane and Stan – For strength, peace and healing – Aunt and Uncle of Kathy Diver
Joe – Dialysis and heart issues – friend of Debbie Haag
Peace and healing for the Police Officers killed in Raleigh and their families
Christa for death of a family member, friend of Sally M.
For the family of Nevin S. niece of Allyn S.
For the family of Glenda K. who died, a friend of Loretta and Joey
For the Shepherd family mourning Jerry S.
Assisting Minister (Lector) resumes praying:
God our stronghold, we give thanks for those who have gone before us in faith, especially Martin Luther and all reformers. Renew and reform us as we strive to continue in your word. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
With grateful hearts we commend our spoken and silent prayers to you, O God; through Jesus Christ, our Lord.
Amen.
Passing of the Peace* Assisting Minister (Lector)
The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you.
**You may make your offering or donation through our website HERE.
Offertory As the Grains of Wheat Haugen, Now the Feast page 13
| Refrain: As the grains of wheat once scattered on the hill were gathered into one to become our bread:So may all your people from all the ends of earth be gathered into one in you. 1. As this cup of blessing is shared within our midst, may we share the presence of your love. R 2. Let this be a foretaste of all that is to come when all creation shares this feast with you. R | Estribillo: Como muchos granos del trigo que nos das se unen entre sí en un solo pan, que todo tu pueblo así unido esté en tu reino de justicia y paz. 1. Cuando compartimos el cáliz de tu amor, tú nos das tu vida y bendición. Estrebillo 2. Celebramos juntos, con anticipación, la fiesta del banquete celestial. Estrebillo |
Offering Prayer
Gracious God,
in your great love you richly provide for our needs.
Make of these gifts a banquet of blessing,
and make us ready to share with all in need;
through Jesus Christ, who sets a table for all.
Amen.
Great Thanksgiving Pastor
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 God thanks and praise.
It is our duty and delight | that we should everywhere and always offer thanks and praise to you O God, | through Jesus Christ |
who calls us to follow his way of humble servíce and love,
And so with the church on earth, all creation and the host of heaven| we praise your name and join their unending hymn.
Sanctus [From Now the Feast page 23]
| Holy, holy, holy are you, God of power and might; Heaven and earth are filled with your glory, Hosanna in the highest! Blessed is the One who comes in your name. Hosanna in the highest, hosanna in the highest! | Santo, santo, santo eres tú, Dios de gloria y poder; cielos y tierra anuncian tu gloria. ¡Hosanna en las alturas! Bendito es el que viene en nombre de Dios. ¡Hosanna en las alturas! ¡Hosanna en las alturas! |
Words of Institution
[[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.
La noche en que fue entregado,
nuestro Señor Jesús tomó pan y dio gracias; lo partió y lo dio a sus discípulos, diciendo: Tomen y coman; esto es mi cuerpo, dado por ustedes.
Hagan esto en memoria mía.
De igual manera, después de haber cenado, tomó la copa,
dio gracias y la dio a beber a todos, diciendo: Esta copa es el nuevo pacto en mi sangre, derramada por ustedes y por todo el mundo para el perdón del pecado.
Hagan esto en memoria mía.]
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.
Padre nuestro que estás en el cielo, santificado sea tu nombre. Venga tu reino. Hágase tu voluntad en la tierra como en el cielo. Danos hoy nuestro pan de cada día. Perdona nuestras ofensas como también nosotros perdonamos a los que nos ofenden. No nos dejes caer en tentación y líbranos de mal. Porque tuyo es el reino, tuyo el poder y tuya la gloria ahora y siempre. Amén.
Invitation to Communion
Christ invites you to this table.
Come, taste and see.
Please come forward for communion. Open your hands to receive the bread. You may intinct the host into the common cup, or take a little cup of either wine or grape juice. All who wish to participate are welcome.
AGNUS DEI from Haugen, Now the Feast page 20-21
| 1. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world:Have mercy on us, mercy on us, mercy on us.2. Lamb of God, you break the chains of hatred and fear:Have mercy on us, mercy on us, mercy on us.3. Lamb of God, you are the way of justice and peace:Have mercy on us, mercy on us, mercy on us.4. Lamb of God,You are the way of mercy and love:Have mercy on us, mercy on us, mercy on us.5. Lamb of God,You are the bread of life for us all:Have mercy on us, mercy on us, mercy on us. | 1. Ten piedad, ¡oh tú que quitas toda maldad! Cordero de Dios, ten piedad, Cordero de Dios.2. Ten piedad, ¡oh tú que vences miedo y rencor! Cordero de Dios, ten piedad, Cordero de Dios.3. Ten piedad, ¡oh tú que traes justicia y paz! Cordero de Dios, ten piedad, Cordero de Dios.4. Ten piedad, ¡oh tú que das consuelo y amor! Cordero de Dios, ten piedad, Cordero de Dios.5. Ten piedad, ¡oh tú que quitas toda maldad! Danos paz, danos paz, danos paz. |
Communion Hymn WOV 701 What Feast of Love
Prayer After Communion
God of the abundant table,
you have refreshed our hearts in this meal
with bread for the journey.
Give us your grace on the road
that we might serve our neighbors with joy;
for the sake of Jesus Christ, our Lord.
Amen.
[NOTE: PLEASE SWITCH OFF MIC BEFORE LEAVING AMBO]
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Volunteer Sign Ups for Worship Now Being Accepted
Take home your bulletin! Pray, Read, Call, Schedule
Travel size shaving cream and razors needed for Central City Lutheran Mission
October 30 Worship Services 8:30am and 11:00am (bilingual)
October 30 Sunday School 9:45 – 10:45am, Bonhoeffer “Life Together” Chapter 2
October 30 Dinner donation for Central City Lutheran Mission
November 1 Mutual Ministry 3:30pm
November 2 Spanish/English classes Wednesday at 8:30am
November 6 All Saints Sunday please notify the office to include loved ones who have passed in the past year
November 12 Fall Benefit Concert 4:30pm – Tickets $20
November 27, 2022 Advent Intergenerational Event 4:30pm Potluck, 5:00pm Games and Bible Study (by age groups), 6:00pm Wreath Making
October Birthdays!
Carrie Macias, Cassidy Berg, Yolanda Rossito, Nelly Calvert, Alexis Velazquez, Joey Giachetti, Addilynn Lott, Georgia Jackson Thompson, Alexis Gomez, Kammy Thom, Sally Martinez, Jerry Uhler, Alexis Workman, Vartan Petrosian, Chantel Sanders, Alexis Rivera-Gomez
Blessing*
God, who gives life to all things
and frees us from despair,
bless you with truth and peace.
And may the holy Trinity, ☩ one God,
guide you always in faith, hope, and love.
Amen.
Sending Hymn ELW 631
Dismissal
Go in peace, with Christ beside you.
Thanks be to God.
Postlude
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