2013-10-06

Worship to the Glory of God Sunday, October 6, 2013 - 8 & 11 am

Faith Lutheran Church The Lutheran Church Missouri Synod

5443 Sunset Rd New Port Richey, FL 34652 (727) 849–4418

Saturday Worship & Praise: 5 pm (Communion 1st Saturday of month)

Sunday Worship: 8 & 11 am

(Communion: 1st & 3rd Sun. @ 8 am 2nd & 4th Sun. @ 11 am)

Rev. Robert C. Steinke Pastor Emeritus

Sunday School & Adult Bible Classes: 9:30 am

e-mail: frontoffice@faithnpr.org

website: faithnpr.org

The Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost October 6, 2013 – 8 & 11 am LWML Sunday Pre-Service Music Chimes Welcome and Announcements

DIVINE SERVICE Opening Hymn

Holy Spirit, Ever Dwelling

(at 11:00 am) The Order of Holy Baptism

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Confession & Absolution (Stand) P In the name of the Father and of the  Son and of the Holy Spirit.

C Amen.

P Our help is in the name of the Lord, C who made heaven and earth.

P If You, O Lord, kept a record of sins, O Lord, who could stand?

C But with You there is forgiveness; therefore, You are feared.

P Since we are gathered to hear God’s Word, call upon Him in prayer and praise, let us first consider our unworthiness and confess before God and one another that we have sinned in thought, word, and deed, and that we cannot free ourselves from our sinful condition. Together as His people let us take refuge in the infinite mercy of God, our heavenly Father, seeking His grace for the sake of Christ, and saying: God, be merciful to me, a sinner.

C Almighty God, have mercy upon us, forgive us our sins, and lead us to everlasting life. Amen.

P Almighty God in His mercy has given His Son to die for you and for His sake forgives you all your sins. As a called and ordained servant of Christ, and by His authority, I therefore forgive you all your sins in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.

C Amen.

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The Kyrie

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P In peace let us pray to the Lord.

P For the peace from above and for our salvation let us pray to the Lord.

P For the peace of the whole world, for the well-being of the Church of God, and for the unity of all let us pray to the Lord.

P For this holy house and for all who offer here their worship and praise let us pray to the Lord.

P Help, save, comfort and defend us, gracious Lord.

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Hymn of Praise

Salutation and Collect for the Day P The Lord be with you.

C And also with you.

P Let us pray, O God, our refuge and strength, the author of all godliness, by Your grace hear the prayers of Your Church. Grant that those things which we ask in faith we may receive through Your bountiful mercy; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

C Amen.

Sit

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THE WORD Old Testament Reading

Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4

[1:1] The oracle that Habakkuk the prophet saw.

[2] O LORD, how long shall I cry for help, and you will not hear?

Or cry to you “Violence!” and you will not save?

[3] Why do you make me see iniquity, and why do you idly look at wrong?

Destruction and violence are before me; strife and contention arise.

[4] So the law is paralyzed, and justice never goes forth.

For the wicked surround the righteous; So justice goes forth perverted.

[2:1] I will take my stand at my watchpost and station myself on the tower, and look out to see what he will say to me, and what I will answer concerning my complaint.

[2] And the LORD answered me: “Write the vision; make it plain on tablets, so he may run who reads it.

[3] For still the vision awaits its appointed time; it hastens to the end—it will not lie.

If it seems slow, wait for it; it will surely come; it will not delay.

[4] “Behold, his soul is puffed up; it is not upright within him, but the righteous shall live by his faith.

A This is the Word of the Lord.

C Thanks be to God.

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Epistle

2 Timothy 1:1-14

[1:1] Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God according to the promise of the life that is in Christ Jesus, [2] To Timothy, my beloved child: Grace, mercy, and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Lord.

[3] I thank God whom I serve, as did my ancestors, with a clear conscience, as I remember you constantly in my prayers night and day. [4] As I remember your tears, I long to see you, that I may be filled with joy. [5] I am reminded of your sincere faith, a faith that dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice and now, I am sure, dwells in you as well. [6] For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, [7] for God gave us a spirit not of fear but of power and love and self-control.

[8] Therefore do not be ashamed of the testimony about our Lord, nor of me his prisoner, but share in suffering for the gospel by the power of God, [9] who saved us and called us to a holy calling, not because of our works but because of his own purpose and grace, which he gave us in Christ Jesus before the ages began, [10] and which now has been manifested through the appearing of our Savior Christ Jesus, who abolished death and brought life and immortality to light through the gospel, [11] for which I was appointed a preacher and apostle and teacher, [12] which is why I suffer as I do. But I am not ashamed, for I know whom I have believed, and I am convinced that he is able to guard until that Day what has been entrusted to me. [13] Follow the pattern of the sound words that you have heard from me, in the faith and love that are in Christ Jesus. [14] By the Holy Spirit who dwells within us, guard the good deposit entrusted to you.

A This is the Word of the Lord.

C Thanks be to God. Stand Alleluia and Verse C

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Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia These things are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia

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Holy Gospel

Luke 17:1-10

P The Holy Gospel according to St. Luke, the seventeenth chapter.

C Glory to You, O Lord.

[17:1] And he said to his disciples, “Temptations to sin are sure to come, but woe to the one through whom they come! [2] It would be better for him if a millstone were hung around his neck and he were cast into the sea than that he should cause one of these little ones to sin. [3] Pay attention to yourselves! If your brother sins, rebuke him, and if he repents, forgive him, [4] and if he sins against you seven times in the day, and turns to you seven times, saying, ‘I repent,’ you must forgive him.”

[5] The apostles said to the Lord, “Increase our faith!” [6] And the Lord said, “If you had faith like a grain of mustard seed, you could say to this mulberry tree, ‘Be uprooted and planted in the sea,’ and it would obey you.

[7] “Will any one of you who has a servant plowing or keeping sheep say to him when he has come in from the field, ‘Come at once and recline at table’? [8] Will he not rather say to him, ‘Prepare supper for me, and dress properly, and serve me while I eat and drink, and afterward you will eat and drink’? [9] Does he thank the servant because he did what was commanded? [10] So you also, when you have done all that you were commanded, say, ‘We are unworthy servants; we have only done what was our duty.’”

P This is the Gospel of the Lord.

C Praise to You, O Christ.

Sit Hymn of the Day Sermon

All Depends on Our Possessing

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“Nothing Personal, But it’s NOT Your Faith” Rev. Robert C. Steinke Pastor Emeritus

8:00 AM service Nicene Creed (back of hymnbook) 11:00 AM service Apostles’ Creed (back of the hymnbook) Stand Offering (Sit) 7

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Offertory (Stand)

C Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me.

Cast me not away from Thy presence, and take not Thy Holy Spirit from me.

Restore unto me the joy of Thy salvation, and uphold me with Thy free spirit.

Amen.

Prayer of the Church (The Pastor will end each petition with “Lord, in your mercy …” and the congregation will respond with hear our prayer.)

11:00 concludes with Lord’s Prayer (back of hymn book) Benedicamus & Benediction P Let us bless the Lord C Thanks be to God. P The Lord bless you and keep you.

The Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious to you.

The Lord look upon you with favor and T give you peace.

C Amen.

Closing Hymn

Almighty Father, Bless the Word

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Post Service Music 8:00 am continues with (Stand)

SACRAMENT P C P C P C P

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 Him thanks and praise.

It is truly good, right, and salutary that we should at all times and in all places …evermore praising You and singing:

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Sanctus

Prayer of Thanksgiving P Blessed are You, O Lord our God, king of all creation, for You have had mercy on us and given Your only-Begotten Son that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have eternal life. Hear us as we pray in His name and He has taught us to pray: Lord’s  Prayer (back of hymn book) Words of Institution P The peace of the Lord be with you.

C Amen.

The Passing of the Peace

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Agnus Dei

Distribution (Sit)  Faith’s statement of faith regarding communion is printed on the reverse side of the Fellowship Card.  Those who desire to commune are invited to come forward in the order indicated by the ushers. At the front of the church, follow the ushers’ directions to the communion rail.  Receive the bread either on the tongue or in the hand. Receive the wine either in the individual or the common cup. If you prefer the individual cup, take one from the proffered tray; place the empty cup in the basin as you return to your seat. If you prefer the common cup or chalice, please assist the serving pastor by guiding the cup to control the flow. When all in your group have communed, return to your seat by the side aisle.  If you desire to commune and are physically unable to come forward, please inform the ushers who will assist you.  Children who are not yet confirmed will be received at the altar rail for a special blessing.

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Dismissal P May the Lord keep you steadfast in His love and faith.

C Amen.

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Nunc Dimittis

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Post – Communion Collect Benedicamus & Benediction P Let us bless the Lord C Thanks be to God. P The Lord bless you and keep you.

The Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious to you.

The Lord look upon you with favor and T give you peace.

C Amen.

Closing Hymn

Almighty Father, Bless the Word

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Post Service Music

Those Serving Today: Presiding Minister: Rev. Robert C. Steinke, Pastor Emeritus Duty Elders: 8 am: Larry Roach; 11 am: Lamar Miller Assisting Elder: 8 am: Mike Muetzel Acolyte: 8 am: Anthony Malcolm; 11 am: Kristen Hahn Altar Care: 8 am: Ginny Brown & Muriel Pearce 11 am: Sandi Leenhouts & Rose Wegner Lay Reader: 8 am: Mel Reinstetle; 11 am: Edie Knudsen Audio Assistant: 8 am: Keith Allard; 11 am: Rose Wegner Video Assistant: 8 am: Tim & Yvonne Burkee; 11 am: Barbara Hahn Ushers: 8 am: Betty Holland, Sandi Leenhouts, Mickie Ferguson & Mel Reinstetle 11 am: Jean Finkenstadt, Melodi Kasberg, Rose Ann Verheyen, Rose Wegner & Marian Malmgren

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OUR PURPOSE THE LOVE OF CHRIST COMPELS US TO REACH OUT AND MAKE DISCIPLES WHO SEEK THE LOST, STRENGTHEN THE WEAK, AND SERVE THOSE IN NEED WHILE GIVING GLORY TO GOD. Guests and members: Please be sure to fill out a fellowship card during the worship service and pass it to the center aisle. The information will be greatly appreciated.

When Holy Communion is served: Anyone having difficulty walking to the front of the church for Holy Communion may sit in the front pew on the lectern side. The Pastor will bring Holy Communion to the pew. An appropriate personal prayer for before receiving the Sacrament can be found on the page opposite the inside front cover of the hymnal.

Stewardship Sentence: The Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost - Luke 17:10 So you also, when you have done all that you were commanded, say, 'We are unworthy servants; we have only done what was our duty.' We can never put God in our debt.

Even if we lived in perfect compliance with the Law we would still only be unworthy servants. Our giving to the Lord’s work in the Church is a sign that we recognize our role as servants, and our need for that work of the Lord in the Church that blesses us with His Word and Sacraments.

ANNOUNCEMENTS Update from the Call Committee: On Saturday, September 28th, President Jerry Brock received a phone call from Pastor Hopkins. He has declined the Call to Faith feeling this was not the time for him to leave his current church.

On October 2nd the Call Committee met to continue moving forward. They had initially planned to speak with both pastors on October 9 th, but they are now prepared to go forward with the scheduled Congregational Call Meeting on Sunday, October 13 th. Your call committee remains committed to their call of finding God’s pastor for Faith.

On Sunday, October 13th at 12:15 pm there will be a Call Service in the CLC. At this time you will be asked to vote for one of the pastors.

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The 2013-2014 Sunday School Mission Project is the Ronald McDonald House in St. Petersburg. This is housing for parents with children who have been admitted to All Children's Hospital. All families are expected to keep their rooms clean while staying there and when they leave. Some of these families stay frequently if their child has a serious illness. We are collecting items that are needed at the house to assist these families during their stay at the House. Please pick up a wish list in the holder on the collection boxes in Narthex II and in the Christian Life Center if you are able to help. Thank you for supporting "The House That Love Built."

Volunteers are needed…Have you ever wanted to play the organ? Don't think you have the time to learn how to play? Well you CAN learn to play the organ with today’s technology. We have secured a program that will let us upload music to our organ, allowing it to function much like the "player pianos" many of us grew up with! But we need people to sit at the organ and tell the organ when to play and when not to play. Does that sound like something you can do? Please let us know if you are able and willing to be a part of this new ministry by contacting Jerry Brock or emailing him at jerrybrock@faithnpr.org. There is very little training needed and then you are "good to go". Still thinking about it? Talk to Phyllis Miller to see how easy it is!

Can you help? One of our local elementary schools has asked Faith for donations for the upcoming winter months. They have a great need for children's shoes, socks, winter clothing, jackets and winter coats. Any sizes would be greatly appreciated. New, gently used, clean donations can be dropped off in our Christian Life Center. If you would like us to do the shopping, please give your donations to Sharon Rubia in our Sunday School office and she will do the shopping for you. Let's all help these kids in need stay warm this winter.

A special Thank You to Carol Springer for volunteering to pick up the bread from Panera on Tuesday nights.

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It's that time of year again for our "Adopt-A-Confirmand” Program to begin! If you would like to adopt-a-confirmand, please see Sandy Thompson or call her at 848-2530 or 849-2343. Those confirmands to be "adopted" are Kristen Hahn, Brittany Morrison, Madison Lindlau and Britain Pederson. You will be given all of the needed information to support your confirmand. The requirements for the program are small but the rewards are huge. Be a part of the life of one of these great kids. It is well worth your time. . Let's get this program off and running. Come on.

It's fun!

Don't like to pass out Halloween candy at home? Then join us here at Faith on October 31st from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for "Trunk Or Treat". All you need is to bring your prewrapped Halloween candy and the trunk of your vehicle. You can wear a costume and even decorate your vehicle if you want. Join in on the fun! Bring your friends! All ages are invited to join in. (no scary costumes please as we don't want to scare the little children). This is a community outreach program as we are trying to reach out to the families in our neighborhood. Please sign up on the bulletin board in Narthex I if you are planning to participate. Let's have "howling" good time.

LADIES GUILD will be selling greeting cards again this year. What a great opportunity to pick up some greeting cards at the last minute (really, did you see someone’s name in the bulletin and you really want to get them a card?). Birthday? Anniversary? Get well?

Sympathy? Thinking of you? They have it all. All cards are available for 50 cents!

EACH???? WOW!! Check out the awesome selection in Narthex 2. You will be glad you did. All proceeds go to LWML Missions.

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OKTOBERFEST 2013 Sunday, October 20 12:30 – 3:30 in the CLC TICKETS ON SALE BETWEEN SERVICES! Adults: $10 in advance ($13 at the door) Children ages 5-12: $5 (under 5 FREE) “The Deutschmeister Blas Band” Great GERMAN food! Polka & Chicken Dance!

Bring your Dessert for the contest!

Birthdays

Anniversaries

6 – Ginny Brown 11 – Liam Hahn 12 – Al Schaerffer 13 – Jean Finkenstadt

A Measure of Our Devotion Saturday & Sunday, September 28 & 29 Worship Attendance

161

Sunday School

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Youth: CIA and Weekday Confirmation Sunday Teachers & Adult Bible Studies / Weekday Studies

1 25

Light the Way Campaign Total

$4,351.00

Total Receipts

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Please remember in your prayers‌ Peggy Adams, Colleen Allard, Clyde Anderson, Marion Baldwin, Bankhead/Criss Family, Robbie Baumgartner, Lucy Beilke, Richard Brown, Ann Carpenter Family, Bobbi Carpenter, Denise Combast, Mary Crane, Marti Curran, Blanche Fowler, Betty Gauthier, Bob Gould, Gray Family, Vera Grondahl, Bobbie Hain, Kathy Hane, Norman Heitlauf, Baxter Holland, Maria Hulyk, Mildred Jeffers, James Ketner, King Family, Mona Krupicka, Bev Evans-Kuhn, Eve Langner, Marge LaVallee, Leora Laubaugh, Dottie Maslowski, Lee & Christy Matthews, Jim Mattson, Sandy Meyer, Wilbur Meyer, Peter Mohler, Frank & Sue Motard, John & Elaine Nieme, Dave Noll, Pat Noll, John & Lucille Noveck, Dory Nussbacher, Jimmy Orshal, Joyce Pankner, Perryman Family, Virginia Pohlman, Allen Price, Jim Ramthun, Connie Roach, Larry Roach, Hugo Salmi, Bob & Bea Schurkus, Anita Sharkey, Marian Shirk, Larry Smith, Southerland Family, Skylar Southerland, Charles Steinbach, Dustin & Tiffany Shire, Fran Smith, Jean Terkowski, Pastor & Mrs. Mike Thureau, Herbert Tschischik, Chris Van Ess, Sherryl Williams, and Cole & Kayla Winchell, All Pastors, those serving our country, the future of America.

Military: Leo Ayala, Josh Butterworth, Justin Fivecoat, Tom Hartzell, Brandon Martin, Lee Matthews, Andrew Murphy, Richard Phernetton, Steve Roy, Jr., Andrew Springer, Vincent Sharkey, Andrew St. John, Alan Stackpoole, Todd Stanger, Tyler Wasson, all veterans, and all servicemen and women in VA hospitals.

Homebound: Irene Berlin, Richard Brown, Florine Catt, Marilyn Eggert, Fran Fuller, Betty Gauthier, Vera Grondahl, Bobbie Hain, Lina Hartstein, Pat Hartwell, Selta Heintz, Baxter Holland, Maria Hulyk, Mildred Jeffers, Curt Knudsen, Marge LaVallee, Bill Lippert, Ron Long (Brooksville), Dottie Maslowski, Virginia Messier, Evelyn Miller, Kathleen Moore, Dave Noll, Pat Noll, John & Lucille Noveck, Carl Schoebel, Charlie & Pat Steinbach, Hank & Jan Whitt.

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This Week’s Opportunities to Seek, to Strengthen, and to Serve Saturday, October 5 Sunday, October 6

Monday, October 7 Tuesday, October 8 Wednesday, October 9

Thursday, October 10 Friday, October 11 Saturday, October 12 Sunday, October 13

Monday, October 14

3:00 pm 5:00 pm 8 :00 am 9:30 am 11:00 am 2:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 6:00 pm 7:00 pm 7:00 pm 6:30 pm 7:00 pm 8:30 am 3:00 pm 5:00 pm 8:00 am 9:30 am 11:00 am

Worship & Praise Rehearsal Worship & Praise w/Holy Communion Worship w/Holy Communion SS / Adult Bible Studies Worship Board of Finance Board of Christian Education Chonda Pierce Women’s Bible Study / CLC Confirmation Class CIA Youth / GSH Call Committee Meeting Narcotics Anonymous / GSH Worship & Praise Rehearsal Bulletin Assembly Worship & Praise Rehearsal Worship & Praise Service Worship SS / Adult Bible Studies Worship w/Holy Communion Blood Pressure Checks 12:15 pm Congregational Call Service 7:00 pm Executive Council

Thank you for worshipping with us at Faith.

We pray that you were blessed by having been here.

We hope to see you again.

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