GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH

(Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod) LITTLE ROCK, ARKANSAS June 23, 2013

THE FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

PRAYER UPON ENTERING CHURCH
Merciful God and Lord, You graciously sought me out through Your Word even though I did not ask for or seek You. By Your grace and mercy You made me Your child and an heir of everlasting life through the suffering, death and resurrection of Your Son, my Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Grant that I bear fruit in my service to You and in my witness of Your love for me to others. I pray this in Jesus holy name. Amen

WELCOME
We welcome you to Grace! It is indeed good for you to be here today. May the Lord bless your time here today as you hear His Word and respond with hymns, prayers, praise and thanksgiving as your faiths response to the Good News of forgiveness and life. If you are not a member of Grace and desire to learn more about our teachings as drawn from Gods Word, please speak with our Pastor. Once again we are glad you are here and we invite you to come and worship with us again. We ask that everyone fill out an attendance registration card found at each pew and return it to an Usher as the Offering is collected. Restrooms are located on the lower level of this building or across the bridge on this floor level before entering the fellowship hall. Children are welcome in our Service and will be invited to come forward for a Childrens Message. Parents may accompany them if they wish. A nursery for infants and toddlers is located downstairs for anyone who has need. If you have any questions please speak with an Usher or Greeter.

AS WE GATHER
You have possibly seen it on television or in the movies. Maybe you have even been to Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, and seen it in personthe towering statue of Christ the Redeemer (or Christo Redentor as it is known in Portuguese) appearing to open his arms wide as if to embrace the entire city below. At 130 feet tall, including its 31 foot pedestal, and with arms spanning 98 feet wide, this breath taking masterpiece is located at the peak of the 2,296-foot Corcovado Mountain in the Tijuca Forest National Park. This image of the Brazilian Christo Redentor recalls todays Old Testament reading from the prophet Isaiah, I spread out my hands all the day to a rebellious people (Isaiah 65:2) Judgment for Israel is certain as God warns, I will measure into their bosom payment for their former deeds (Isaiah 65:7). While we, too, deserve nothing but His wrath, God in His mercy also promises that He has chosen us to be His people (Isaiah 65:9). In Jesus outstretched arms, God lovingly calls us to Himself to give us forgiveness of our sins and eternal life. Thanks be to God!

THE ALTAR FLOWERS The Altar Flowers are given today to the glory of God and the beautification of His House by Grady and Jo Hanna Worden in thanks for all of the blessing received in the (first) 21 years of marriage. THOSE WHO SERVE Pastor: Vicar: Director of Parish Music: Secretary: Early Childhood Center Director: Acolyte: (8:15) Cantor: (8:15) Ushers: (8:15) Greeter: Altar Guild: Acolyte: Cantor: Ushers: Greeters: Altar Guild: Harp: Clarinet: Coffee Hosts: Altar Guild: Nursery Attendant: (8:15) (8:15) (10:45) (10:45) (10:45) (10:45) (10:45) Rev. James C. Walter David Witte Nathan Beethe Pat Funk Colleen Moorman Mason Andrews Paula Walter Robert Jones, Robert Nichols Paul Walter, Robert Wilimzig Debbie Penny Bette Bogart, Paulette Goldsby Lauren Faulkner Ron Krueger Shaun Baker, Ron Krueger Tim Sweeney, Greg Warren Tim and Sandy Sweeney Russlynn Krueger Alisa Coffey Randy Middaugh Jim and Judy Keppel Suzanne Raddle and Wilma Richter Mary Ann Dyer

(Wed. evening)

NEXT WEEKS READINGS The appointed readings for next Sunday, June 30th, Sixth Sunday after Pentecost, are: The Old Testament Reading: 1 Kings 19:9b-21, The Epistle Reading: Galatians 5:1, 13-25, and The Holy Gospel Reading: Luke 9:51-62. Grace Lutheran Church P. O. Box 250769, Little Rock, AR 72225 www.gracelutheranlr.org Telephone Number: 501-663-3631 -2-

THE ORDER OF DIVINE SERVICE FOR THE FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

Pre-Service Music Lighting of the Chancel Candles Prelude Ringing of the Church Bell Opening Hymn: Praise to the Lord, the Almighty LSB 790
Praise to the Lord, the Almighty - McDonald

Confession and Absolution

Stand The sign of the cross may be made by all in remembrance of their Baptism.

Invocation

Matthew 28:19b; [18:20]

A In the name of the Father and of the T Son and of the Holy Spirit. C Amen

Exhortation

1 John 1:89

A If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. C But if we confess our sins, God, who is faithful and just, will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Silence for reflection on God's Word and for self-examination.

Confession of Sins
A Let us then confess our sins to God our Father. C Most merciful God, we confess that we are by nature sinful and unclean. We have sinned against You in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done and by what

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we have left undone. We have not loved You with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We justly deserve Your present and eternal punishment. For the sake of Your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in Your will and walk in Your ways to the glory of Your holy name. Amen

Declaration of Grace

John 1:12; Philippians 1:6

A In the mercy of almighty God, Jesus Christ was given to die for us, and for His sake God forgives us all our sins. To those who believe in Jesus Christ He gives the power to become the children of God and bestows on them the Holy Spirit. May the Lord, who has begun this good work in us, bring it to completion in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ. C Amen

Service of the Word

Introit
Ps. 71:2024; antiphon: Ps. 71:3

A Be to me a rock of refuge, to which I may continually come; C you have given the command to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress. A You who have made me see many troubles and calamities will revive me again; C from the depths of the earth you will bring me up again. A You will increase my greatness C and comfort me again. A I will also praise you with the harp for your faithfulness, O my God; C I will sing praises to you with the lyre, O Holy One of Israel. A My lips will shout for joy, when I sing praises to you; C my soul also, which you have redeemed. A And my tongue will talk of your righteous help all the day long, C for they have been put to shame and disappointed who sought to do me hurt. C Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Spirit; as it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever. Amen. A Be to me a rock of refuge, to which I may continually come; C you have given the command to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress.

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Kyrie

Mark 10:47

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Gloria in Excelsis

Luke 2:14; John 1:29

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Salutation and Collect of the Day

A Let us pray. O God, You have prepared for those who love You such good things as surpass our understanding. Cast out all sins and evil desires from us, and pour into our hearts Your Holy Spirit to guide us into all blessedness; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Sit

Anthem Old Testament Reading

A This is the Word of the Lord. C Thanks be to God.

Laudate Dominum - W. A. Mozart

Isaiah 65:19

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Gradual

Rom. 10:8b, 10

The word is near you, in your mouth and | in your heart,* the word of faith that | we proclaim. For with the heart one believes and is | justified,* and with the mouth one confesses | and is saved.

Epistle
A This is the Word of the Lord. C Thanks be to God.

Galatians 3:234:7

Stand

Alleluia and Verse

Luke 8:39a

A Alleluia. Return to your home, and declare how much God has done for you. Alleluia.

Holy Gospel
A The Holy Gospel according to St. Luke, the eighth chapter.

Luke 8:2639

The reading of the Holy Gospel.

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A This is the Gospel of the Lord.

Sit

Children's Message Sermon Hymn: Rise, Shine, You People Sermon Here am I! Here am I!
Stand

LSB 825 Isaiah 65:19

Apostles' Creed
C I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth. And in Jesus Christ, His 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 into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty. From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life T everlasting. Amen

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Prayer of the Church

A Let us pray for the whole Church of God in Christ Jesus and for all people according to their needs. Each petition ends with the following: A Lord, in Your mercy, C hear our prayer. The prayers conclude with the following: A Into Your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in Your mercy; through Your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord. C Amen
Sit

Offering
Stand

The Lord's Prayer - Albert Malotte

Offertory

Psalm 116:12-13, 17-19

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Lord's Prayer
A Lord, remember us in Your kingdom and teach us to pray: C 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

Matthew 6:913

Hymn: Amazing Grace

LSB 744

Closing Collect
A Let us pray. Almighty God, grant to Your Church Your Holy Spirit and the wisdom that comes down from above, that Your Word may not be bound but have free course and be preached to the joy and edifying of Christs holy people, that in steadfast faith we may serve You and, in the confession of Your name, abide unto the end; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. C Amen

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Benediction
A The grace of the Lord T Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with us all. C Amen

Closing Hymn: On What Has Now Been Sown Postlude

LSB 921

Toccata - Nino Rota

Acknowledgments
Unless otherwise indicated, all scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version , copyright 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a division of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Created by Lutheran Service Builder 2006 Concordia Publishing House.

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THIS WEEK AT GRACE SUNDAY: 8:15 a.m. Divine Service Youth Change Sunday Coffee and Fellowship in Parker Hall 9:45 a.m. Sunday School downstairs in Parker Hall 9:45 a.m. Junior and Senior High classes downstairs in the church 9:45 a.m. Pastor Walters Bible Class upstairs in Parker Hall 10:45 a.m. Divine Service Youth Change Sunday 7:30 a.m. Early Childhood Development Center 5:30 p.m. Parking Lot Committee meeting in the Parlor 9:30 a.m. Tuesday Morning Bible Class 6:30 p.m. National Youth Gathering meeting with youth & parents 6:30 a.m. Mens Bible Class at St. Vincents 7:00 p.m. Mid-Week Service with Holy Communion LWML Convention Pittsburgh, PA

MON - FRI: MONDAY: TUESDAY: WEDNESDAY: THURS - SUN:

TODAYS SUNDAY SCHOOL - This summer our Sunday School students delve into I Spy Salvations Story. Each week students use clues from the Bible account to investigate and solve a mystery. The investigation for this week is The Case of the Little Coat: Hannahs Prayer. God cares and provides for the humble and lowly. Parents might ask, How does God respond to your prayers? Who could you pray for? PASTOR WALTERS CLASS meets on Sunday morning at 9:45 a.m. upstairs in Parker Hall. This morning Vicar Witte will lead the class as he shares a Longer Look at the Lessons for the readings today. SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES for children ages 3 years through 6th grade meet in the lower level of the Family Life Center. JUNIOR HIGH AND HIGH SCHOOL CLASSES meet in their classrooms downstairs in the church. OUR THANKS to Vicar David Witte for leading our Service this morning while Pastor and Paula are attending their nieces wedding in Louisville, Kentucky. REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS: Gisela Spieker is at St. Vincent Rehab North following a fall. Shirley Rieve is recovering from cataract surgery. Jeanette Keehn continues receiving care at home. Sherry Bischof continues her recovery and treatments. - 13 -

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY AND GODS BLESSINGS TO: June 24 Megan and John Calvillo June 27 Jo Hanna and Grady Worden HAPPY BIRTHDAY AND GODS BLESSINGS TO: June 23 David Roberts, Kristin Wilkins June 24 Mildred Burgess, Lou Alice May June 25 Carolyn Moorman, Rob Nichols June 27 Faith Moseley, Gary Proud June 29 Dave Graf LAST WEEKS STEWARDSHIP Attendance: Sunday 6/16: 159 (8:15 91 and 10:45 68). Mid-Week 6/19: 12. Offerings: Sunday 6/16: $4,257.00. Mid-Week 6/12: $110.00. Memorials: $235.00. Fan into Flame: $75.00. Building Fund: $170.00. CHANGE SUNDAY TODAY, JUNE 23RD - The Grace Youth are counting down the days until their trip to San Antonio for the LCMS National Youth Gathering next week. Perryn Andrews, Erich Cline, Megan Gipson, Elizabeth Graf, Sarah Johnson, Emily Junkans and Andrew Warren will be attending the Youth Gathering along with Ame Andrews and Pastor Walter as their leaders/chaperones. Today the youth are hosting a Change Sunday as a final fundraiser to support their trip. As you leave the service today the youth will be at the doors with baskets to receive your donation. Thank you for generously supporting our youth!! PARKING LOT COMMITTEE meeting will be held on Monday, June 24th at 5:30 p.m. in the Parlor. If you have questions, contact Charles Stein. YOUTH MEETING On Tuesday, June 25th, at 6:30 p.m. the youth attending the National Youth Gathering in San Antonio along with their parents will meet with Pastor Walter and Ame Andrews for Bible study and final planning for their trip. PORTALS OF PRAYER devotion books for July through September are on the table at the back of the sanctuary. Please pick up your copy before the end of June and remember to put your old copy in the recycle box on the bridge. CONGRATULATIONS to David and Megan Proud Reeve on the birth of their son Maxwell Archer Reeve who was born Friday evening, June 14th, in Dallas, Texas. Maxwell is the grandson of Gary and Angie Proud. Congratulations and Gods blessings. - 14 -

CONGRATULATIONS to Charlotte Johnson, Doctor of Management in Organizational Leadership, from University of Phoenix. Charlotte recently completed her study for her Doctorate and attended her graduation ceremony on June 8th. Congratulations, Charlotte! THANK YOU Dear Grace members, Thank you for all the prayers, cards and visits when I had my knee replacement and stay in the hospital and rehab. It is nice to have such a great church family. Gods blessings to all, Verna HEARING AID BATTERIES We have an unopened package of Duracell 10 EasyTab batteries for hearing aids that have been donated and are in the church office. If you can use these batteries, please stop by the church and pick them up. SUNDAY MORNING COFFEE FELLOWSHIP Coffee hosts are needed for the four Sundays in July. Please take a minute to stop by the bulletin board by the Parlor and sign up for the Sunday on which you wish to serve. Thank you for serving!! YOUTH CHOIR - On Saturday, July 6th, at 6:00 p.m. the Youth Choir from Trinity Lutheran Church in Lisle, Illinois will give a concert featuring pieces by Rutter, Faure, Distler, Palestrina, and Whitacre. There will be an ice cream social immediately following the concert. They will also participate in both of our services the next day. Contact Nathan Beethe if you have questions. We look forward to seeing you there!
MEMORIALS IN MEMORY OF MRS. BETTIE BAUMER Pastor Walters aunt TO THE GRACE GENERAL ENDOWMENT FUND By Rudy and Sherry Bischof Randy and Riley Middaugh Warren and Judy Rivers IN MEMORY OF MRS. MARGARET WILIMZIG Bob Wilimzigs mother TO THE GRACE GENERAL ENDOWMENT FUND By Randy and Riley Middaugh Warren and Judy Rivers TO THE GRACE BUILDING FUND By Elsie Westerfield Bill and Mildred Wilkins IN MEMORY OF MR. LUKE MOORMAN TO THE GRACE BUILDING FUND By Evelyn Chotkowski

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LUTHERAN WORLD RELIEF

Our LWML Evening Guild Lutheran World Relief Project this year is School Kits. These kits provide the only supplies for children returning to school after the disruption of war or they help parents continue their childrens education while living in a refugee camp. We have most of the items that we need to make 20 school kits. To complete these kits we are in need of the following: 70-sheet bound notebooks of wide or college-ruled paper pencil sharpeners blunt scissors

We are also in need of volunteers to make school bags for these supplies. Easy patterns for the bags can be found in the breezeway. After we fill these kits we will provide the complete list to make additional School Kits. Thank you for supporting our Lutheran World Relief Projects. Contact Ginny Ralston at 425-1487 if you have questions.

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Vacation Bible School Thank you!!

Through the dedication of our volunteers and congregation, Vacation Bible School is always such a success and this year was no exception! Thank you for all your prayers and support. It was an amazing week and so many children heard the Good News of Jesus love and forgiveness. Thank you to Ame Andrews and Gina Junkans for using their God-given talents as directors of our Vacation Bible School and thank you to all who gave of their time and resources in preparation for and during this past week:
Ame Andrews Ethan Andrews Mason Andrews Perryn Andrews Roy Andrews Justine Baker Maxwell Baker Shaun Baker Crissy & Emily Beethe Nathan Beethe Lois Berner Sherry Clawitter Dawn Cline Andrea Faulkner Lauren Faulkner Pat Funk Jennifer Hammond Kaylee Hammond Jennifer Harrod Carol Ann Honeywell Sarah Johnson Carol Jones Anna Junkans Christina Junkans Emily Junkans Gina Junkans Joel Junkans John Ketcher Janet Killough Suzanne Lambert Gervais LeBlanc Sharon LeBlanc Sandy Lindemann Abby Litwa Anna Kate Manchester Catherine Manchester Jack Manchester Colleen Moorman Robert Nichols Betty Pils Chris Pils Sandy Price Angie Proud David Raddle Shirley Rieve Judy Rivers Diane Roberts Bev Sanders Mary Kathryn Stein Vicki Stigall Jason Sutterfield Pastor Walter Paul Walter Paula Walter Andrew Warren Sheila Wilimzig Vicar David Witte Kim Woodyard Lily Woodyard

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