Grace Lutheran Church Oshawa

10th Sunday after Pentecost       Jul 29, 2018

Welcome in the name of the Risen Lord Jesus Christ. If you are visiting, we are glad that you are here and kindly ask that you sign our guest book at the sanctuary doors. If you would like to become a member please speak to the Pastor. In case of illness, the Pastor should be informed. He will always be glad to speak with those who are confronted with problems of a spiritual nature. The time before worship is a quiet time for prayer and meditation to prepare for worship. Please see the inside cover of the hymnal for prayers and page 329f to prepare for Holy Communion. Communicant members are asked to fill out a communion card found in the pew racks and place it in the offering plates.

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Collect of the Day

Almighty and most merciful God, the protector of all who trust in You, strengthen our faith and give us courage to believe that in Your love You will rescue us from all adversities; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

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ORDER OF SERVICE:   Divine Service page 184  (Proper 12B)

          Introit is found on the insert and is sung responsively by half-verse. 

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​READINGS:   :  Genesis 9: 8 - 17            Ephesians 3: 14 - 21      Mark 6: 45 - 56

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HYMNS:   726,  754,  765 (offering),  557,  540,  752

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Presiding Minister (P):  Rev. Jack Hetzel                                          Assisting minister (A) lay: Shane

Organist/Pianist: Kirsten                                                                   Acolyte: Christine

Sound System: Anna/Philip                                                              Webmaster:  Michael

Secretary: Lorna                                                                                

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Bible Class

Sunday 9:30am

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Holy Communion:

Since the Lord’s Supper gives the forgiveness of sins in the body and blood of Christ to all who believe the words “given and shed” and is also a celebration of oneness in faith, we ask that only those who have professed such faith publicly in a Lutheran Church-Canada (or Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod) congregation come to the Lord’s Altar.  Everyone intending to commune for the first time is kindly asked to speak with the Pastor prior to the service.

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PRAYER INTERCESSIONS

Members of Grace: June; Stephanie; Randy & Brandon; Jane; John; Debbie; Dennis; Olga; Edith; Sherran; Herta; Betty; Jeannie; Claudette; Anne; Monika;

 

Friends of Grace:  Marc; Rev. Richard; Autumn; Chris;  Susan; Heather; Andre & Micheline; Jeanine; George & Waldtraut; George; Rev. Delmar & Mardelle;  Asser; Gheorghe;  Brenda; Tom; Frank

 

​​FAREWELL DELORES:  Delores is moving back to London with family.  We wish her a smooth transition to familiar surroundings and God’s blessings as she returns to Faith Lutheran, London.

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​​PRAYER CHAIN: for anyone who is in need of help.  Once a request is made known, the prayer chain members will be called, who will only have knowledge of a person in need of support and prayers. All will be confidential, unless otherwise instructed by you. Please call Paula.

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EQUIPPING THE PRIESTHOOD OF ALL BELIEVERS…Issues, Etc. is a radio talk show and podcast produced by Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL and hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken.  This week’s teachings include: Contemporary Worship, Song of Solomon, Joseph of Arimathea, Jesus Gives the Lord’s Supper and more.  You can listen live or on-demand at  www.issuesetc.org and on the LPR mobile members are asked to fill out a communion card found in the pew racks and place it in the offering plates.

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LUTHERAN HOUR: August 5, 2018

“And the Pursuit of Happiness”      (Exodus 16:2-15; John 6:22-35)

Speaker of the Lutheran Hour: Rev. Dr. Dale A. Meyer

When the main goal in life is your happiness, you’ve turned in on yourself and away from others, especially God. Turn from yourself to Jesus and you’ll know a peace that surpasses all understanding, and that is the basis for true lasting happiness. Hear this inspirational message on CHAM 820/am sun 8:AM

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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL: 7 children and a host of helpers learned about Prayer while flying the Te Deum airlines.  Thanks to all who helped as our Lord strengthened faith in praying to Him always.

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VOLUNTEERS NEEDED For grass cutting are needed. Help needed for grass cutting around the church and the Lawns in front of the church.  A self powered lawn mower is available in the garage.  This needs to be done at least once every two weeks until the end of September.  A list will be posted for sign up. A key for the garage will be made available if you don’t have one yet.

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PASTORS VACATION SCHEDULE:  Pastor will be away from  August 5 to September 2, 2018. During this time please contact an elder in case of an emergency.

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LCC National Youth Gathering:   at Trinity Western University in Langley, British Columbia, July 5 to 9, 2019.  To find out more about our presenters and musicians check out our website at www.nyg19.ca. Also check our website www.nyg19.ca and Facebook page “2019 LCC National Youth Gathering”.

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REV. AL MALESKE:  50th Anniversary of Ordination Celebration.  A special service will be held at 4:00 p.m., Saturday, September 22 at Quinte Lutheran Church (Salvation Army Chapel), 422 Dundas St. E. in Trenton. A dinner reception will follow in the church hall. East District President Paul Zabel will be the preacher. Please RSVP by August 12th with the number of persons attending either by phone:  613-779-0572 or email: petal@msn.com

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CANADIAN BLOOD SERVICES:  is experiencing a shortage of blood supply, especially during the holiday season.  If you would like to donate, the Oshawa Blood Donor Clinic on 1300 Harmony Rd N is open Mon & Tues 3pm – 7pm, Wed from 10am – 2pm, Thur 4pm – 8pm, Fri 9am – 1pm and Sat 8am - 2pm

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AUGUST CALENDAR Please give any announcements to be included in the August Calendar to the office by Wednesday ,August 1st.

 

BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS:  There is a holder outside the office door for weekly inserts for the bulletin and monthly calendar.  Items for the Bulletin are due by Wednesday of each week by noon and 3rd Sunday of each month for calendar.  Or email your dates and events to office@gracelutheranoshawa.net

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REFERENCE MATERIALS:  Please take a few moments over the next few Sundays to review our Church business and community bulletin board; and other resource materials on the tables/shelve and racks in the narthex.  Please take some home or give to a friend. 

 

This Week under Grace

Today (g)                       9:30am                            Bible Class                 

                                      10:30am                           Divine Service(C)

Sunday (g)                    9:30am                            Bible Class                  

                                    10:30am                            Divine Service (C)