The TWELFTH Sunday after Trinity

30 August 2009

ORDERS OF SERVICE

8:00 am

CATECHISM Sacrament of the Altar - page 326

OPENING HYMN #846

THE ORDER OF MATINS - page 219

THE PSALMODY Psalm 146 antiphon 8

OFFICE HYMN #545

THE HOLY SCRIPTURES

THE SERMON

THE CANTICLE HYMN #941

THE OFFERING

THE PRAYERS Kyrie - page 227

CLOSING HYMN #849

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

In our prayers Wilbert Reinking (Adams Memorial), Eileen Zwick, Verlin Bultemeier, Lester Aumann, Brooke Conrad, 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). We mourn with Margaret Rice and family at the passing of her brother Herb Mailand. Our soldiers: in Iraq – Andy Sauer; Katie Tedeschi in Japan; Casey Holt in San Diego, CA; Garry Murdock, Jr. at Harrogate, England; Derek Scheumann at Sheppard Base, Wichita Falls, TX; 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.

AT REST On Friday, August 28, the Lord called to Himself in heaven the soul of Herbert Louis Theodor Mailand. Pastor will announce the service date and time today and place a note in the church blog.

9:30 am

catechism Sacrament of the Altar - page 326

Opening Hymn #846

The Order of Confession - page 203

The service of the Word - page 204
Introit, Kyrie, Gloria in Excelsis

Salutation and collect - page 205

The Holy Scriptures

the Nicene creed - page 206

The Hymn of the Day #545

The Sermon

the prayer of the church - page 207

The Offering

service of the Sacrament - page 208
Distribution Hymns #524, 620

Closing Liturgy - page 212

Closing hymn #849

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.

READINGS FOR TODAY Isaiah 29:17-24, 2 Corinthians 3:4-11 and Mark 7:31-37 (lectionary readings can be found in the front of the hymnal on page Lectionaries xxi)

from the pastor Dear members of Bingen,

There are three books that I had bought lately. The first book I do not use for inspiration of any sort, it is called, “Loneliness” by John T. Cacioppo and William Patrick. It appears to be a good book. We live in a day when loneliness is huge, bigger than you can imagine. Loneliness is worst than suffering or any other feeling on earth in my pastoral opinion. It is also what the devil wants, he wants us to believe that we are separated from the flock, that we are alone, alone in our struggles in life and the devil wishes us not to live together under the Gospel that unites us as one family in Christ in one faith, one hope and one baptism.

As much as we are attracted to other activities in life, we should continue to emphasize that we are family at St. John’s, united in the same blood, namely, Christ’s blood; therefore we are blood brothers and sisters in Christ. Therefore gathering at the Divine Service, in Word and Sacrament is very important because it is the place where God continues to unite us in His grace and truth. Secondly, we should ask the question, how much interaction do we have outside the service as “family”? This is where we have efforts to offer more activities for our members of our Church. If we lose this interaction we will not only begin to lose our youth but also more importantly, we may lose our “community” in our own individual lives and lose the very nature of what it means to live in “community” with one another as Christians that share the same life under the Gospel. So, please be aware of the various social activities that are planned for our Church and please consider attending. These events include both young and old.

The second book on my reading shelf is called, “Hippie,” by Barry Miles. Yes, remember the hippies? I believe that in the 60’s and 70’s that there was a huge shift in the American culture. There were very good points that came from this generation but also a time where the social structure of our country began to break down. During this time we saw the break down of the smallest unit of society, namely family. This break down also includes traditional values and education which are replaced with individualism, deviant lifestyles and self gratification. Christianity, as I see it, is becoming a secular religion in the United States and in the world.

Finally, the last book on my list is called, “The Words We Live By,” by Linda R. Monk. It is an annotated guide to the Constitution of the United States. It is a very good book that reminds us that it is important that we should seek to preserve our freedoms or liberties in our country. Our country is beginning to interfere with our religious freedom for a number of reasons; therefore it sparks my interest that we preserve our freedom in our country.

Peace in Christ,

Pr. Dreyer

The TWELFTH Sunday after Trinity 8/30/2009 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 Class has begun and will continue on each Tuesday evening from 6:00-8:00 pm. All members wanting a refresher course are also welcome to attend.

OFFICE HOURS The secretary is in the church office 10:00 am-2:00 pm Tuesday-Friday, and is available at 639-6178. Any changes to this will be noted in the handout and newsletter. Pastor can be reached at 701-0001. Public School Confirmation We have begun our classes and they will continue each Wednesday afternoon from 4:00-5:30 pm. If you have a child who is in the 7^th or 8^th 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 5^th or 6^th grade who is not attending Wyneken School, please contact the church office so that materials can be given them to work on at home.

Church Social Events

September 12th, 2009: Bicycle Ride - Moser Park, New Haven. Meet at Church at 9:00 am. There will be assistance for bicycle transportation. Helmets are encouraged. Money for lunch (there is a place in mind for lunch)

October 10th, 2009: Fall Festival at St. John, 3:00 pm. Outdoor games, mush ball, corn hole, hillbilly golf, and other things. Hay ride, fire pit, dunking for apples Bring your own meat (grills provided), snacks and chairs.

November 8th, 2009: Come to the parsonage for the 1:00 pm Colts game. Adults only.

Choir There are many great singers in the St. John congregation - come and share your talents and join the Adult choir on Wednesday evenings! Our first practices consist of “waking up our voices from the summer vacationing” and learning various parts of songs to be sung this fall. If you have conflicts September 9, come whenever possible. Hope to see lots of new faces Wednesday, September 9^,at 7:15 pm! Anyone 8^th grade and older is welcome, no experience is necessary, any questions call Director Leanne Busick at 724-7871.

Youth Group The Youth will next meet on Sunday, September 13, at 7:00 pm. Watch for details about upcoming newspaper drive and lock-in.

Help needed Volunteers are still needed for a Sunday School Superintendent as well as 1st/2^nd and 3rd/4th 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 “Aeropostale” has just been added to our list of Scrip vendors in a $25 denomination with a 7% profit for our school. Scrip is always available in the parish hall between services. If anyone interested in getting to know more about Wyneken PTL’s Scrip program, or are interested in volunteering their time, we need your help! Contact either Jane Kleine or Sarah Butler or call in to the school office.

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 (140) 9:30 am (182) Wed. (?)

Calendar of the Week

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

MONDAY 7:00 pm Count

TUESDAY 4:30 pm Webpage Meeting

6:00-8:00 pm Adult Catechesis Class

WEDNESDAY 8:20 am Chapel

9:00 am Ladies Aid Quilting

4:00-5:30 pm Public School Confirmation

6:30 pm Midweek Divine Service

7:30 pm Bible Class

THURSDAY 1:30 pm Pastor at Woodcrest

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

11:00 am-1:30 pm First Sunday Brunch at Concordia Theological Seminary

WORSHIP FOR SHUT-INS

“Worship for Shut-Ins” can be seen every Sunday on Comcast Cable Channel 19 (MY TV) at 8:00 am, Total Christian Television (TCT) channel 377 on DIRECTV at 11:30am, on WPTA-TV21 at 6:30 am and repeated on Comcast Cable Channel 55 on Sundays and Mondays at 4:00 pm.

Is it not yet a very little while until Lebanon shall be turned into a fruitful field, and the fruitful field shall be regarded as a forest? In that day the deaf shall hear the words of a book, and out of their gloom and darkness the eyes of the blind shall see. The meek shall obtain fresh joy in the LORD, and the poor among mankind shall exult in the Holy One of Israel. For the ruthless shall come to nothing and the scoffer cease, and all who watch to do evil shall be cut off, who by a word make a man out to be an offender, and lay a snare for him who reproves in the gate, and with an empty plea turn aside him who is in the right. Therefore thus says the LORD, who redeemed Abraham, concerning the house of Jacob: “Jacob shall no more be ashamed, no more shall his face grow pale. For when he sees his children, the work of my hands, in his midst, they will sanctify my name; they will sanctify the Holy One of Jacob and will stand in awe of the God of Israel. And those who go astray in spirit will come to understanding, and those who murmur will accept instruction.”

Such is the confidence that we have through Christ toward God. Not that we are sufficient in ourselves to claim anything as coming from us, but our sufficiency is from God, who has made us competent to be ministers of a new covenant, not of the letter but of the Spirit. For the letter kills, but the Spirit gives life. Now if the ministry of death, carved in letters on stone, came with such glory that the Israelites could not gaze at Moses’ face because of its glory, which was being brought to an end, will not the ministry of the Spirit have even more glory? For if there was glory in the ministry of condemnation, the ministry of righteousness must far exceed it in glory. Indeed, in this case, what once had glory has come to have no glory at all, because of the glory that surpasses it. For if what was being brought to an end came with glory, much more will what is permanent have glory.

Then he returned from the region of Tyre and went through Sidon to the Sea of Galilee, in the region of the Decapolis. And they brought to him a man who was deaf and had a speech impediment, and they begged him to lay his hand on him. And taking him aside from the crowd privately, he put his fingers into his ears, and after spitting touched his tongue. And looking up to heaven, he sighed and said to him, “Ephphatha,” that is, “Be opened.” And his ears were opened, his tongue was released, and he spoke plainly. And Jesus charged them to tell no one. But the more he charged them, the more zealously they proclaimed it. And they were astonished beyond measure, saying, “He has done all things well. He even makes the deaf hear and the mute speak.”

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
9/6/2009	Mark 7:31-37	“Loosened Tongues”	Touched by God’s love, we often keep quiet about it, but the Spirit and Jesus enables us to speak and share the good news of Jesus.	Rev. Karl A Frincke Concordia Fort Wayne, IN
9/13/2009	Mark 9:24	“Help My Unbelief”	We as Christians believe in Jesus. This belief frequently involves both knowledge and trust. At times our faith is eroded, attacked, or challenged by the cares, problems, and philosophies of this world. We pray with the man in our text, “Lord I believe, help my unbelief.”	Rev. Daniel Brege St. Paul Decatur, IN
9/20/2009	James 4:7	“Resist the Devil”	We are to resist the devil, and he will flee from us, because: I.) We have Christ II.) We have the Word of God	Dr. Walter A Maier III Concordia Theological Seminary Fort Wayne, IN
9/27/2009	Psalm 104:33	“Keep Praising God”	The power source of your faith is not in you or your situation, but in God. Praise connects us with the power source!	Rev. Richard Koehneke Holy Cross Fort Wayne, IN

The TWELFTH Sunday after Trinity 8/30/2009 EVENTS

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.

Church Social Events

Calendar of the Week

WORSHIP FOR SHUT-INS

Psalm 146 antiphon 8 (English Standard Version)