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
October 23, 2022
Lectionary 30
20th Sunday after Pentecost
Lay Participants 8:30
Broadcast: Jim Hobgood
Lector & Assisting Minister: Ingrid Thom
Ushers: Shannon Motschall
Communion Server: Jim Hobgood
Cantor: Joisanne Dailey
Acolytes: Brian and Ronan Atkinson
Refreshments: Darlene Thom
Lay Participants 11:00
Broadcast: Charles Menke
Lector & Assisting Minister: Maria Shepherd and Ella Shepherd
Ushers: Jerry Uhler
Communion Server: Aurora Steuer
Acolytes: Rebecca and Alan Menke
Sunday School: Kevin and Carrie Macias and Sheri Menke
Flowers are from Bob and Karla Maez
Covid 19 Safety Protocol: The California Department of Health recommends wearing a mask while indoors at church to prevent the spread of Covid-19.
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 657
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
Holy God, our righteous judge, daily your mercy surprises us with everlasting forgiveness. Strengthen our hope in you, and grant that all the peoples of the earth may find their glory in you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Amen.
Children Sermon
First Reading: Jeremiah 14:7-10, 19-22
7Although our iniquities testify against us,
act, O Lord, for your name’s sake;
our apostasies indeed are many,
and we have sinned against you.
8O hope of Israel,
its savior in time of trouble,
why should you be like a stranger in the land,
like a traveler turning aside for the night?
9Why should you be like someone confused,
like a mighty warrior who cannot give help?
Yet you, O Lord, are in the midst of us,
and we are called by your name;
do not forsake us!
10Thus says the Lord concerning this people:
Truly they have loved to wander,
they have not restrained their feet;
therefore the Lord does not accept them,
now he will remember their iniquity
and punish their sins.
19Have you completely rejected Judah?
Does your heart loathe Zion?
Why have you struck us down
so that there is no healing for us?
We look for peace, but find no good;
for a time of healing, but there is terror instead.
20We acknowledge our wickedness, O Lord,
the iniquity of our ancestors,
for we have sinned against you.
21Do not spurn us, for your name’s sake;
do not dishonor your glorious throne;
remember and do not break your covenant with us.
22Can any idols of the nations bring rain?
Or can the heavens give showers?
Is it not you, O Lord our God?
We set our hope on you,
for it is you who do all this.
The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Psalm: Psalm 84:1-7
1How dear to me | is your dwelling,
O | Lord of hosts!
2My soul has a desire and longing for the courts | of the Lord;
my heart and my flesh rejoice in the | living God.
3Even the sparrow has found a home, and the swallow a nest where she may | lay her young,
by the side of your altars, O Lord of hosts, my king | and my God.
4Happy are they who dwell | in your house!
They will always be | praising you. R
5Happy are the people whose strength | is in you,
whose hearts are set on the | pilgrims’ way.
6Those who go through the balsam valley will find it a | place of springs,
for the early rains have covered it with | pools of water.
7They will climb from | height to height,
and the God of gods will be | seen in Zion. R
Second Reading: 2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18
6As for me, I am already being poured out as a libation, and the time of my departure has come. 7I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith. 8From now on there is reserved for me the crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, will give me on that day, and not only to me but also to all who have longed for his appearing.
16At my first defense no one came to my support, but all deserted me. May it not be counted against them! 17But the Lord stood by me and gave me strength, so that through me the message might be fully proclaimed and all the Gentiles might hear it. So I was rescued from the lion’s mouth. 18The Lord will rescue me from every evil attack and save me for his heavenly kingdom. To him be the glory forever and ever. Amen.
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 Luke 18:9-14
Glory to you Oh Lord.
9[Jesus] also told this parable to some who trusted in themselves that they were righteous and regarded others with contempt:10“Two men went up to the temple to pray, one a Pharisee and the other a tax collector. 11The Pharisee, standing by himself, was praying thus, ‘God, I thank you that I am not like other people: thieves, rogues, adulterers, or even like this tax collector. 12I fast twice a week; I give a tenth of all my income.’ 13But the tax collector, standing far off, would not even look up to heaven, but was beating his breast and saying, ‘God, be merciful to me, a sinner!’ 14I tell you, this man went down to his home justified rather than the other; for all who exalt themselves will be humbled, but all who humble themselves will be exalted.”
The Gospel of the Lord.
Praise to you Oh Christ.
Sermon Pastor
Hymn of the Day The Heavens Tell of Your Creative Glory ACS1070
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 of mercy, you are in the midst of us and we are called by your name. Inspire your church to serve and love all people with the unceasing grace you extend to us. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
God of all creation, you formed a world where even the sparrow finds a home. Preserve the beauty and diversity of all creatures with whom we share the earth. Lead us to protect all living things. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
God of peace, you are an ever-present help in time of trouble. Rescue families and nations torn apart by violence and warfare. Unite all people toward common goals of reconciliation and peace for every person. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
God of hope, you stand with the suffering and give strength. Comfort your people filled with fear or anger, anxiety or shame. Bring healing to all who are sick in body, mind, or spirit. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
God of restoration, you call us to trust in you and not ourselves alone. Make this congregation a community of humility and repentance, ready to encounter you in love and follow in your ways. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Here other intercessions may be offered. Pastor
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
Christa for death of a family member, friend of Sally M.
For the family of Nevin Ss niece of Allyn Scheu (Her Celebration of Life is on October 19th)
For the family of Glenda K. who died, a friend of Loretta and Joey
For the Shepherd family mourning Jerry S.
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
Samuel
Lydia to be successful in her search for a job
Assisting Minister (Lector) resumes praying:
God of eternal life, to you be the glory forever. We give you thanks for all who have fought the good fight, finished the race, kept the faith, and now live with you. 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 ELW 462
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 23 Worship Services 8:30am and 11:00am (bilingual)
October 23 Sunday School 9:45 – 10:45am, Bonhoeffer “Life Together” Chapter 1
October 23 Interfaith Walk for Peace with Dinner 2pm – 6pm Claremont
October 26 Spanish/English classes Wednesday at 8:30am
October 30 Reformation Sunday Wear Red!
October 30 Dinner donation for Central City Lutheran Mission
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
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 453
Dismissal
Go in peace, with Christ beside you.
Thanks be to God.
Postlude
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