The TENTH Sunday after Trinity

 

 

 

St. John Evangelical Lutheran Church  †  Bingen

Missouri Synod

The Reverend John Dreyer, Pastor                                 Mrs. Leanne Busick, Director of Music

pastor@stjohnbingen.com                                                    Pastor 701-0001/Church  639-6178

Worship  8:00 am & 9:30 am / Wed. 6:30 pm                    Summer Bible Class  Wed. 7:30 pm

Website  -  www.stjohnbingen.com                                          churchoffice@stjohnbingen.com

Wyneken Memorial Lutheran School                                        Mr. Keith Dicke, Youth Director

Mr. Lowell Timm, Principal                                                                           School  639-6177

  

The TEnTH Sunday after Trinity

16 August 2009

ORDERS OF SERVICE

8:00 am

catechism   Confession  -  page 326

Opening Hymn   #648

The Order of Matins  -  page 219

The Psalmody   Psalm 92 antiphon 4

Office Hymn   #644

The Holy Scriptures

The Sermon

the Canticle   “The Te Deum”  -  page 223

The Offering

The prayers   Kyrie  -  page 227

Closing hymn   #648 vs. 4 only

Acolytes      8:00 am        Grant Kleine
                   9:30 am        Owen Strahm

readings for today    Jeremiah 8:4-12, Roman 9:30-10:4 and Luke 19:41-48
                                              (lectionary readings can be found in the front of the hymnal on page Lectionaries xxi)

In our prayers     Wilbert Reinking (Adams Memorial), Lester Aumann, Brooke
                                    Conrad (home), Esther Selking, Fred Berning (New Haven Care and Rehabilitation), Eileen Zwick, Bob Peters, Xavior Palacios, Marie Hobrock, Steve Friend (brother-in-law of David and Joyce Smock), Sherrill Peters (sister-in-law of Bob and Jeanette Peters) and Betty Schroeder (sister-in-law of Jean Uffelman and Jeanette Peters). Our soldiers: in Iraq – Jason Sauer; Katie Tedeschi in Japan; Casey Holt in San Diego, CA; Garry Murdock, Jr. at Harrogate, England; Deb Chappel (daughter of Phil and Evie DeBolt) at Fort Sam Houston, TX; Matthew Owen (nephew of Kevin Selking) at Camp Legune, NC; Daniel Ulman (grandson of Roger and Fay Koenemann) at Bremerton, WA; Nathan Shelton (grandson of Bob and Ann Thorn) at Camp Pendleton, CA and Chaplain Daniel Gard, in Louisiana. Shut-ins: Evelyn Aumann, Tom Aumann, Herb Mailand (Woodcrest), Gert Deister (Woodview),Velma Zelt (Regency), Deanie Holle (Concord Village), Donna Conrad (Huntington), Margaret Scherer (Village of Heritage) and Geraldine Buuck.

 

Welcome     We welcome into membership at St. John by adult confirmation TROY
                        ORLANDO PALACIOS and ANTHONY LEE HARRIS.

9:30 am

catechism   Confession  -  page 326

Opening Hymn   #648

The Order of Confession  -  page 184

The service of the Word  -  page 186
Introit, Kyrie, Gloria in Excelsis

Salutation and collect  -  page 189

The Holy Scriptures

the Nicene creed  -  page 191

The Hymn of the Day   #644

The Sermon

The offertory  -  page 192

The Offering

The Rite of Confirmation  -  page 272

the prayer of the church  -  page 193

Christian Question and Answers  -  page 329

service of the Sacrament  -  page 194
Distribution Hymns   #912, 909, 643

Closing Liturgy  -  page 199

Closing hymn   #648 vs. 4 only

Regarding participation in the Blessed Sacrament of Christ’s True Body and Blood: Because oneness at the altar presupposes oneness in faith and doctrine, we expect that all who commune at the Lord’s altar are members in good standing of an LCMS congregation. We ask that all who commune register on a communion card. All visitors should state their home LCMS congregation. First time visitors please speak to Pastor Dreyer. Individual cups for those desiring them are available as you approach the altar.


from the pastor   Dear Members of St. John,

                                      Today is an exciting day in which we see adult catechumen make confession of their faith. As I had said in past Bible classes, about 72% of the student body (somewhat old statistic) at the Concordia Theological Seminary did not grow up any kind of Lutheran. As I experienced in my past congregations, we may expect to receive many into our fellowship that wish to share in the same faith in which we confess as Lutherans.

Will the Lutheran culture change in the United States because of the number of new members who never grew up Lutheran? Perhaps, but this is the time to understand not only our culture but to be reminded of what is so fundamental in Lutheranism. I have baptized many young and older individuals as well as confirmed them. It is remarkable to hear the stories of why these newly baptized and confirmed came into the Lutheran Church. For many, they saw a declining commitment to the Scriptures and historic practice of the Church. New confirmen come with a renewed strength within our faith and confession.

Because of this changed world, people say that we need to do more new and modern things in the Church. I say it differently, "We build on the old and welcome the new." We build on our solid traditions of the past while at the same time hearing the new that may bring meaning to this modern culture. In any case, let us welcome our new confirmen as they confess the ancient faith of Christians throughout time unto eternity.

Peace in Christ!

Pastor Dreyer

 

The TEnTH Sunday after Trinity 8/16/2009 EVENTS

hospitalization/outpatient   If you or someone in your family is scheduled to go into the hospital or outpatient for any reason or is being released from the hospital, please call Pastor Dreyer at church or 701-0001 (Decatur). Due to HIPPA Laws hospitals will not contact us-so you must.

Summer bible class     is held after services each Wednesday evening at 7:30 pm. Bring your family and friends.  All ages are welcome and encouraged to attend.

adult catechesis classes    The next class will begin on Tuesday, August 18, from 6:00-8:00 pm and then each Tuesday evening from then on. All members wanting a refresher course are also welcome to attend.

OFFICE HOURS  The secretary will be in the church office 10:00 am-2:00 pm Monday-Thursday this week, and will be available at 639-6178. Pastor can be reached at 701-0001.

BULLETIN/NEWSLETTER     September/October items are due tomorrow. Leave all information in church office. Please have all bulletin information turned in by Thursday morning.

PUBLIC SCHOOL CONFIRMATION    We will begin our classes on Wednesday, September 19, from 4:00-5:30 pm. If you have a child who is in the 7th or 8th grade who is not attending Wyneken School, this is your child’s preparation class for Confirmation. If you have a child who is in the 5th or 6th grade who is not attending Wyneken School, please contact the church office so that materials can be given them to work on at home.

RURAL KING FUNDRAISER    This week it has come to our attention that Rural King was holding their fundraiser, but unfortunately it was too late to give the congregation advance notice. If you had any purchases from Monday, August 10-TODAY, you can turn your receipts into the church office and we can still turn them in for the fundraiser. All purchases qualify so please turn in any receipts you might have by Tuesday, August 25.

CHURCH SOCIAL EVENTS   We will have a Social Committee meeting on Monday, August 17, from 6:00-8:00 pm in order to plan for different activities at Bingen. This has been a request from a number of people at St. John and just a good idea to plan occasional activities that young and old can participate. There are a lot of things other congregations have done that do not require much effort. The meeting starts at 6:00 pm and ends at 8:00 pm so you if want to come late or leave early, no problem, we will love to hear your ideas. Young and old are invited to this meeting.

YOUTH GROUP   CHANGE IN DATE: The youth will meet next Sunday, August 23, at 4:00-8:00 pm at David/Nancy Mahlan’s for swimming, fishing, bonfire and cookout. Please bring swimsuit, towel, yard games and a snack to share. Hot dogs, drinks, smores, and pudgy pies will be provided.

COUPLES CLUB  is planning a get away weekend to Little Nashville for August 28-30. For reservations or more information contact Shirley Braun (724-7502).

HELP NEEDED     Volunteers are needed to be the Sunday School Superintendent and to help on a weekly basis. Also needed are Sunday School teachers. Anyone interested in helping should contact the church office or Jim Butler (724-7025). Sunday School and Bible Class opening will be in Sunday, September 13.

LUTHERAN STUDY BIBLE The new Lutheran Study Bible is available to preorder from CPH. A sample booklet with selections from the new bible and the pricing for all styles is available to preview in the church office. Stop by and check it out. A link to a sample of the bible in large print can be found on our blog at http://stjohnlutheranbingen.blogspot.com or call 800-325-9040.

SCRIP   We are preparing for a new school year as well as a new year of Scrip. Remember to purchase Scrip for all of your back-to-school needs. If anyone interested in getting to know more about Wyneken’s Scrip program, or are interested in volunteering their time, we need use your help! Contact either Jane Kleine or Sarah Butler or the school office. Scrip is always available in the parish hall between services.

POSITIONS FILLED   Wyneken Memorial Lutheran School has hired the following teachers and aides for the 2009-2010 school year: Mrs. Franz as a full time teacher concentrating on Language Arts and Literature. She has been our part time 8th grade teacher; Mr. Aaron Barnhold as a part time teacher concentrating on Science and PE. He is a recent IPFW graduate and is a member at Suburban Bethlehem; and Mrs. Connie Embler part time as a teacher's aide. We welcome them to our Wyneken family.

SCHOOL OPENING    Wyneken will begin the new school year on Tuesday, August 18, with opening chapel service at 8:20 am. Please pray for our students and teachers this year. Also please be aware of kids and buses in the parking lot. Once again please refrain from parking in designated pick up areas.

THRIVENT     Anyone interested in having their name submitted for a Thrivent Board Member of Records Director, or Congregational Service Team Director should contact any Thrivent Board member. The present Board members will be reaching the end of their service time. New Board members are needed to conduct the leadership duties. Without the above board members our Adams County Chapter will not receive funds from Thrivent Financial to help with benefits and deserving people. The only requirement is to be a Thrivent Financial Benefit member 16 years or older. The chapter leadership board is responsible for approving the Care Abounds in Communities Program activity/funding issues. Please consider this volunteer service to your Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Adams County Chapter by September 10th. Board Members: Duane Franz 623-6728, Shirley Hormann 724-3101, Sharon Busick-Howell 623-6568, Dorothy Reiter 724-7666 and Norbert Bleeke 724-9486.

Attendance last week:                8:00 am  (106)                                          9:30 am  (93)                                                            Wed.  (14)

Calendar of the Week

Today                                8:00 am      Matins - 9:30 am  Divine Service with Adult Confirmation

MONDAY                             7:00 pm      Social Committee Meeting

TUESDAY                            8:20 am      Opening Chapel and Wyneken First Day of School

                                      6:00-8:00 pm      Adult Catechesis Class

                                              7:30 pm      Ladies Guild

WEDNESDAY               4:00-5:30 pm      Public School Confirmation

                                              6:30 pm      Midweek Divine Service

                                              7:30 pm      Summer Bible Class

Sunday                              8:00 am      Divine Service IV - 9:30 am  Matins

                                      4:00-8:00 pm      Youth Group Invited to David/Nancy Mahlan’s

 


 

WORSHIP FOR SHUT-INS

“Worship for Shut-Ins” can be seen every Sunday on the new Comcast Cable Channel 19 (MY TV) at 8:00 am, on WPTA-TV21 at 6:30 am and repeated on Comcast Cable Channel 55 on Sundays and Mondays at 4:00 pm.

AIR DATE          SERMON          SERMON                         SERMON                                          PASTOR

WEEK OF              TEXT                TITLE                               THEME

8/16/2009

John 6:60-61

“Powerless”

When confronted with challenging teachings the disciples “grumbled about this”. Many “no longer walked with Him”. They were offended by the Gospel. They were powerless to save themselves.

Rev. Paul E. Shoemaker
Emanuel

New Haven, IN

8/23/2009

Ephesians 5:21

“Who's in Charge Here?”

Authority is a critical issue in all human relationships. In Christian relationships, Christ is in charge, and we honor Him by serving each other in love.

Rev. Richard Koehneke
Holy Cross

Fort Wayne, IN

8/30/2009

Mark 7:14-23

“More than Doing Good”

Have you been good lately? We try to do good and not the bad. But righteousness before God comes by more than doing good. It comes by faith in Jesus Christ!

Rev. James Elsner
Peace

Hudson, IN
 

Psalm 92 (English Standard Version)

 1It is good to give thanks | to the LORD,
  to sing praises to your name, | O Most High;

 2to declare your steadfast love in the | morning,
  and your faithful- | ness by night,

 3to the music of the lute | and the harp,
  to the melody | of the lyre.

 4For you, O LORD, have made me glad | by your work;
  at the works of your hands I | sing for joy.

 5How great are your works, | O LORD!
  Your thoughts are | very deep!

 6The stupid man cannot know; the fool cannot under- | stand this:

 7that though the wicked sprout like grass and all evildoers flourish, they are doomed   to destruction for- | ever;

 8but you, | O LORD,
  are on high for- | ever.

 9For behold, your enemies, O LORD, for behold, your enemies shall | perish;
  all evildoers shall be | scattered.

10But you have exalted my horn like that of the | wild ox;
  you have poured over me | fresh oil.

11My eyes have seen the downfall of my | enemies;
  my ears have heard the doom of my evil as- | sailants.

12The righteous flourish like the | palm tree
  and grow like a cedar in | Lebanon.

13They are planted in the house | of the LORD;
  they flourish in the courts | of our God.

14They still bear fruit in | old age;
  they are ever full of | sap and green,

15to declare that the LORD is | upright;
  he is my rock, and there is no unrighteousness | in him.

 



 

The Tenth Sunday after Trinity

The Old Testament  +  Jeremiah 8:4-12

“You shall say to them, Thus says the LORD: When men fall, do they not rise again? If one turns away, does he not return? Why then has this people turned away in perpetual backsliding? They hold fast to deceit; they refuse to return. I have paid attention and listened, but they have not spoken rightly; no man relents of his evil, saying, ‘What have I done?’ Everyone turns to his own course, like a horse plunging headlong into battle. Even the stork in the heavens knows her times, and the turtledove, swallow, and crane keep the time of their coming, but my people know not the rules of the LORD. How can you say, ‘We are wise, and the law of the LORD is with us’? But behold, the lying pen of the scribes has made it into a lie. The wise men shall be put to shame; they shall be dismayed and taken; behold, they have rejected the word of the LORD, so what wisdom is in them? Therefore I will give their wives to others and their fields to conquerors, because from the least to the greatest everyone is greedy for unjust gain; from prophet to priest, everyone deals falsely. They have healed the wound of my people lightly, saying, ‘Peace, peace,’ when there is no peace. Were they ashamed when they committed abomination? No, they were not at all ashamed; they did not know how to blush. Therefore they shall fall among the fallen; when I punish them, they shall be overthrown, says the LORD.”

The Epistle  +  Romans 9:30-10:4

What shall we say, then? That Gentiles who did not pursue righteousness have attained it, that is, a righteousness that is by faith; but that Israel who pursued a law that would lead to righteousness did not succeed in reaching that law. Why? Because they did not pursue it by faith, but as if it were based on works. They have stumbled over the stumbling stone, as it is written, “Behold, I am laying in Zion a stone of stumbling, and a rock of offense; and whoever believes in him will not be put to shame.” Brothers, my heart’s desire and prayer to God for them is that they may be saved. For I bear them witness that they have a zeal for God, but not according to knowledge. For, being ignorant of the righteousness of God, and seeking to establish their own, they did not submit to God’s righteousness. For Christ is the end of the law for righteousness to everyone who believes.

The Holy Gospel  +  Luke 19:41-48

And when he drew near and saw the city, he wept over it, saying, “Would that you, even you, had known on this day the things that make for peace! But now they are hidden from your eyes. For the days will come upon you, when your enemies will set up a barricade around you and surround you and hem you in on every side and tear you down to the ground, you and your children within you. And they will not leave one stone upon another in you, because you did not know the time of your visitation.” And he entered the temple and began to drive out those who sold, saying to them, “It is written, ‘My house shall be a house of prayer,’ but you have made it a den of robbers.” And he was teaching daily in the temple. The chief priests and the scribes and the principal men of the people were seeking to destroy him, but they did not find anything they could do, for all the people were hanging on his words.