July 16 2017

2411 Woodlake Road Denison, Texas 75021 (903) 465-1016 www.glcdenison.org

Ministers: Members of Grace Pastor ....................................... Michael J. Mattil Secretary ...................................... Debi Wendorf Organist ......................................... Cheryl Mattil Interim Children’s Minister…………..Jeana Parsons

Grace exists to strengthen people in their relationship with Jesus Christ and to empower them to share Jesus with others.

Pastor’s Welcome & We Greet Each Other Opening Hymn: Christ is our Cornerstone Christ is our cornerstone, on him alone we build.

With his true saints alone the courts of heav'n are filled.

On his great love our hopes we place Of present grace and joys above.

Our Savior Jesus reigns, the God of truth and love; When he had purged our stains, he took his seat above.

Oh, come, proclaim in joyful song, Both loud and long, that glorious name.

His kingdom cannot fail; he rules o'er earth and heav'n; The keys of death and hell are to our Jesus giv'n Until that day when all the blest To endless rest are called away.

1 Peter 2:4-9 Come to him, a living stone, though rejected by mortals yet chosen and precious in God's sight, and like living stones, let yourselves be built into a spiritual house, to be a holy priesthood, to offer spiritual sacrifices acceptable to God through Jesus Christ.

For it stands in scripture: "See, I am laying in Zion a stone, a cornerstone chosen and precious; and whoever believes in him will not be put to shame."

To you then who believe, he is precious; but for those who do not believe: "The stone that the builders rejected has become the very head of the corner," and "A stone that makes them stumble, and a rock that makes them fall."

But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, God's own people, in order that you might proclaim the mighty acts of him who called you out of darkness into his marvelous light.

Earth, hear your Maker's voice; your great Redeemer own; Believe, obey, rejoice, and worship him alone.

Cast down your pride. Your sin deplore And bow before the Crucified.

Prayer of the Day Let us pray: Almighty God, gracious Lord, pour out your Holy Spirit on your faithful people.

Keep them steadfast in your grace and truth, protect and comfort them in all

temptations, defend them against all enemies of your Word, and give to your Church your saving peace; through Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives

and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Isaiah 51:1-8 ““Listen to me, you who pursue righteousness and who seek the Lord: Look to the rock from which you were cut and to the quarry from which you were hewn; look to Abraham, your father, and to Sarah, who gave you birth. When I called him he was but one, and I blessed him and made him many. The Lord will surely comfort Zion and will look with compassion on all her ruins; he will make her deserts like Eden, her wastelands like the garden of the Lord. Joy and gladness will be found in her, thanksgiving and the sound of singing. “Listen to me, my people; hear me, my nation: The law will go out from me; my justice will become a light to the nations. My righteousness draws near speedily, my salvation is on the way, and my arm will bring justice to the nations.

The islands will look to me and wait in hope for my arm. Lift up your eyes to the heavens, look at the earth beneath; the heavens will vanish like smoke, the earth will wear out like a garment and its inhabitants die like flies. But my salvation will last forever, my righteousness will never fail. “Hear me, you who know what is right, you people who have my law in your hearts: Do not fear the reproach of men or be terrified by their insults. For the moth will eat them up like a garment; the worm will devour them like wool. But my righteousness will last forever, my salvation through all generations.””

This is the Word of the Lord Thanks be to God!

Rock of Ages

There is no rock, There is no god Like our God. No other name Worthy of all our praise, The Rock of salvation That cannot be moved, He's proven Himself To be faithful and true, There is no rock, There is no god like ours.

(Repeat) Rock of ages, Jesus is the Rock, Rock of ages, Jesus is the Rock, Rock of ages, Jesus is the Rock, There is no rock, There is no god Like ours.

Ephesians 2:14-20 “For he himself is our peace, who has made the two one and has destroyed the barrier, the dividing wall of hostility, by abolishing in his flesh the law with its commandments and regulations. His purpose was to create in himself one new man out of the two, thus making peace, and in this one body to reconcile both of them to God through the cross, by which he put to death their hostility. He came and preached peace to you who were far away and peace to those who were near. For through him we both have access to the Father by one Spirit. Consequently, you are no longer foreigners and aliens, but fellow citizens with God’s people and members of God’s household, built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone.”

This is the Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Gospel: John 8:31-36 “To the Jews who had believed him, Jesus said, “If you hold to my teaching, you are really my disciples. Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” They answered him, “We are Abraham’s descendants and have never been slaves of anyone. How can you say that we shall be set free?” Jesus replied, “I tell you the truth, everyone who sins is a slave to sin. Now a slave has no permanent place in the family, but a son belongs to it forever. So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.”

The Gospel of the Lord Praise to You, O Christ.

VBS Songs Children’s Message LSB645 Built on the Rock

Built on the Rock the Church shall stand, Even when steeples are falling; Crumbled have spires in ev'ry land, Bells still are chiming and calling.

Calling the young and old to rest, But above all the souls distressed Longing for rest everlasting.

We are God's house of living stones, Built for His own habitation; He through baptismal grace us owns, Heirs of His wondrous salvation.

Were we but two His name to tell, Yet He would deign with us to dwell With all His grace and His favor.

Sermon Offering

Prayers Lord, in your mercy, Hear our prayer.

Preface Tune of “Lord of Glory, Who Hast Bought Us” May the Lord be with you always May the Lord be with you, too!

Lift your hearts to thank and praise Him, It is good and right to do.

Here He gives us strength to serve Him, Life, forgiveness, pardon, peace!

May we show our thanks, dear Jesus, with good works that never cease.

Thanksgiving We thank you, Father in heaven, for sending your Son to be the Servant of all. He accomplished our redemption through His perfect life and self-sacrifice for the sins of all men. In doing so, He also gave us the example of how we should show our thanks: lives of service to one another. For the redemption that is ours through the merits of Jesus Christ, we join the hosts of heaven in singing your praise: Sanctus Tune of “Oh, For a Faith that Will Not Shrink” To God the Father, thanks and praise, for Your redeeming love.

Your glory fills the universe, You rule from heav’n above.

To God the Son we lift our voice, “Hosanna” we all cry You are the Father’s blessed one, we send our praise on high.

To God the Spirit, thanks and praise, You led us to believe.

Now lead us, this blest Sacrament, with true faith to receive.

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.

Words of Institution Tune of “We Give Thee But Thine Own” The night He was betrayed Our Savior took some bread.

He prayed and thanked His Father, then To His disciples said: The Pastor consecrates the bread

He also took the Cup After they ate the meal Then Jesus spoke these words to them His covenant to seal: The Pastor consecrates the wine O Christ, the Lamb of God, Our sin You take away O Christ, the blessed Lamb of God, Have mercy now we pray Sharing of the Peace The peace of the Lord be with you always And also with you.

Distribution Distribution Hymns: There Is a Redeemer There is a Redeemer, Jesus, God's own Son, Precious Lamb of God, Messiah, Holy One. (Chorus) Thank You, O my Father, for giving us Your Son; And leaving Your Spirit 'til the work on earth is done.

Jesus, my Redeemer, Name above all names, Precious Lamb of God, Messiah, hope for sinners slain.

(Chorus) When I stand in glory I will see His face, And there I'll serve my King forever, In that Holy place.

(Chorus) Give Thanks

Give thanks With a grateful heart, Give thanks to the Holy One; Give thanks because He's given Jesus Christ, His Son. (repeat) And now let the weak say, "I am strong."

Let the poor say, "I am rich" Because of what The Lord has done for us.

(Repeat) (Go to beginning – second time through continue below) Give thanks. Give thanks.

Post-Communion Hymn

We all depart in peace and joy, our sins have been forgiv’n The body and the blood of Christ have sealed our place in heav’n We go into the world for Christ And serve Him all our days Empowered by this Sacrament We’ll show His love always.

Benediction God is our mighty fortress, always ready to help in times of trouble.

Therefore we will not be afraid!

Let the earth tremble and the mountains tumble into the depths of the sea.

Let the ocean roar and foam, and its raging waves shake the mountains.

Like a river whose streams bring joy, the Most High God is in the midst of us.

God's help will come at dawn.

The Lord of hosts is with us. The God of Jacob is our refuge.

Amen.

Closing Hymn LSB656 A Mighty Fortress Is Our God

A mighty fortress is our God, a trusty shield and weapon; He helps us free from ev'ry need That hath us now o'ertaken.

The old evil foe Now means deadly woe; Deep guile and great might Are his dread arms in fight; On earth is not his equal.

With might of ours can naught be done, soon were our loss effected; But for us fights the valiant One, Whom God himself elected.

Ask ye, "Who is this?" Jesus Christ it is.

Of sabaoth Lord, And there's none other God; He holds the field forever.

Though devils all the world should fill, All eager to devour us, We tremble not, we fear no ill, They shall not overpower us.

This world's prince may still Scowl fierce as he will, He can harm us none, He's judged; the deed is done; One little word can fell him.

The Word they still shall let remain Nor any thanks have for it; He's by our side upon the plain With his good gifts and Spirit.

And take they our life, Goods, fame, child, and wife, Though these all be gone, Our vict'ry has been won; The Kingdom our remaineth.

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Pastor’s Adult Instruction Class goes over the basic teachings of Christianity. If this is something that would interest you, please contact Pastor or the church office. A class will be forming soon.

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Our 75th anniversary committee decided to open an online store to offer a WIDE VARIETY of clothing items with our church logo, in every price range.

A link to the webstore is on glcdenison.org or you can go to it directly at: https:// glcdenison.qbstores.com/.

Men’s Retreat Retreat Details When: Friday, September 22, at 6:00 p.m. through Sunday, September 24, at 10:30 a.m.

Where: Brookhaven Christian Retreat center near Tyler, TX (www.brookhavenretreat.org) Fee: $148* (includes sleeping accommodations, all meals on Saturday, breakfast on Sun- day, an event t-shirt, and Dr. Keith’s book). *Scholarships are available.

For more information go to: https://watersedgefrisco.com/event/mensretreat-2017/

Ladies Retreat LWML Texas District Spiritual Rest and Renewal Retreat Come to the Streams of Living Water Where: Lakeview Methodist Retreat Center, Palestine, TX When: Friday 3pm to Saturday 3 pm September 29-30, 2017 The cost of the event, if received by September 1, 2017, will be $65 for the two-day event and $35 for Saturday only. Go to www.lwmltxdist.org/ for more information and to register.

Ladies of Grace Bible study will meet Wednesday July 19th.

Studying The Profound Search. A wonderful luncheon will follow. If you have questions please contact Kay Clark at 817/307-8405.

A copy of the Church directory is by the mailboxes. Please review your information.

Call or e-mail (office@glcdenison.org) the office if changes need to be made.

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Mowers are needed here at Grace. The sign up sheet is on the bulletin board in the Fellowship Hall! We have the equipment we just need the manpower. If you would be willing to take a turn providing this service, it would be greatly appreciated.

If you are interested in creating a team, please contact the church office for additional information. Registration ends September 15th.

This Week at Grace Today July 16 9:15 a Worship Service 10:30 a Sunday School/Bible Class Wednesday July 19 11:00 a Ladies of Grace Bible Study 1:00 p Quilters Thursday July 20 6:30 a Men’s Bible Breakfast at Braum’s Next Sunday July 23 9:15 a Worship Service 10:30 a Sunday School/Bible Class

Serving in July Elders: Ushers: Altar Care:

James Patterson Bryan Hantsche Brad Waters Tristan Hantsche Mollie Schulz Carrie Ott