Grace Lutheran Church Oshawa

Weekly Bulletin

July 28, 2024 - Tenth Sunday after Pentecost

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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. God bless you as we gather before our gracious God!  

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Creation Is Redeemed and Sanctified by the Word of Christ Jesus 

Having spared faithful Noah and his family from the flood, the Lord established His covenant with them, “and with every living creature,” that never again would there be “a flood to destroy the earth” (Gen. 9:9–11). He signed and sealed this everlasting covenant with His rainbow in the clouds, by which He sees and remembers His promise that “the waters shall never again become a flood to destroy all flesh” (Gen. 9:13–16). Although creation suffers under the curse of sin, the Lord preserves and orders creation for the benefit of His Church. In particular, all of creation is redeemed and sanctified by the incarnate Son of God. “Take heart,” and “do not be afraid,” for He is with you on the sea. He is not a ghost, but He has come in the flesh to save you. He has gotten “into the boat” with you, and the wind that was against you has ceased (Mark 6:45–51). For He is the Word and promise of the Father, and His own flesh and blood are the covenant by which you are “strengthened with power through his Spirit in your inner being” (Eph. 3:16–17).​

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​PRAY FOR:  Ed; Eloise (hip/shoulder); Robert; Sherran; Herta; Phil; Minnie; Corinne (nee Tim); Albina; 

Friends and Fellow Christians:  Rev. Basil Christi (heart attack); Matthew & Megan; Lynda; Alice; Carol; Terry & Brenda; Norma; Kristy; Chris; Susan; Heather; Waldtraut; Kathy; Bev; Elizabeth; Mary (David’s mother), Carolyn (Medina,OH); Rose; Jason​

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MISSION PRAYERS FOR JULY:  CANADA: Rev. David Milette l’Eìglise lutheìrienne du Bon Berger (Good Shepherd Lutheran Church) in Moncton, New Brunswick.

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NICARAGUA:   Rev. Luis Antonio Dias Turcios Emmanuel Lutheran Church and Lutheran Church Star of Bethlehem in Chinandega; Rev. Cesar Augusto Galeano Church Luterna Jesus Our Savior in Santa Patricia; Rev. Silvio Modesto Sánchez Osaba Lutheran Church Nueva Jerusalen; Rev. Henry Evelerth Ramirez two congregations in the Leon area.

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BIRTHDAYS And Anniversaries for July; see on back of July/August calendar, copies available on table at back of church.  Contact office if I need to update it, throughout the summer. Update calendar on table.

MEMBER RECORDS:  Thank you to those who have completed the church record update form.  If you have not had a chance to complete it, please take some time to complete these for me by email or if you need assistance, leave a phone message and I will call you back. Thank you, blessing, Debby VOTERS

VOTER’S MEETING TODAY IN THE SANCTUARY, AFTER SERVICE!!!

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*****EMERGENCIES, PLEASE CONTACT AN ELDER OR LEAVE A MESSAGE ON THE CHURCH PHONELINE 905-728-4381**********

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BULLETIN ANNOUNCEMENTS:  may be placed in the holder outside the office door and for the monthly calendar.  They are due by Wednesday of each week.  Calendar events are due by the 3rd Sun of the month.  Email the info to: gracelutheranoshawa.office@gmail.com

FOOD BANK:  Our food cabinet is doing well. Please drop off non-perishable food, in their original container or wrapping. We support our church members, our Seminary students (1/2) and community.

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The Divine Service Part 5

The Creed

The word “Creed” comes from the Latin word that means, “I believe.” A creed, according to Luther’s explanation in the Small Catechism, “is a statement of what we believe, teach, and confess.” Consequently, creeds are “confessional statements,” or expressions of agreement. In essence, we’re saying, “This is what all Christians believe,” or, “This is the definition of the Christian faith. If you don’t believe these basic, core teachings, by definition, you can’t honestly call yourself a Christian.” The three creeds of the Church: the Apostles’ Creed, the Nicene Creed, and the Athanasian Creed, were written during times of struggle in the church and thus refute the claims of those within the church that were spreading false teachings. More than that however, they confess who God is and what he has done, is doing, and will continue to do for us. Therefore, when we weekly confess these creeds, we join our voices with all Christians past, present, and future, proclaiming to each other, the world, and ourselves a short summary of what God has revealed about Himself in His Word.

The Hymn of the Day

The Hymn of the Day, sometimes called the “Office Hymn,” is the primary hymn of the service. It is chosen based on the theme of the day and the readings. As you sing this hymn, think about how it relates to the readings and how it introduces the concepts and ideas of God’s message of salvation for us in Jesus Christ that will be proclaimed in the sermon.

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​This week @ Grace:

Today (G)        11:15 am         Divine Service(C) Voter’s Meeting after service in Sanctuary

Sunday (G)    11:15 am         Divine Service (C)

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