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WELCOME TO FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH
Inviting all people to faith . . . Come and Worship - Go and Work
Pastor - Lee Laaveg I Ministers - All
Phone 712-580-4316 2912 Highway Blvd, Spencer, Iowa 51301
November 4, 2018 All Saints Sunday
Email us at: [email protected]
Catch us on the Web: www.faithlutheranspencer.com
Follow us: @flcspencer
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Watch us on SMU: Mondays @ 8:30 p.m. and Tuesdays @ 11:00 a.m.
PRAYER OF JABEZ
Prelude
Opening Song - “Greater”
Welcome
Prayer
Song - “For All The Saints”
*Litany:
Worship Leader: We gather in the strong name of our God.
We praise you, Father, Son and Holy Spirit.
Worship Leader: Lord, you have called us your saints, “holy ones,”
through the blood of Christ.
Pastor: Our identity is defined no longer as sinners, but saints, filled with the Holy
Spirit.
We have a new identity in Christ. Old things have passed away.
Worship Leader: All things have become new.
Pastor: Let the holy ones of God shout Hallelujah!
We are the holy ones of God. Hallelujah!
Worship Leader: Every promise is ours to receive by faith through Jesus Christ.
Pastor: Strengthen our faith in your Word; empower us to live by faith.
You give us abundant life through Christ’s Spirit living within us.
Worship Leader: God’s promise is our hope!
Pastor: Jesus said, “I am the resurrection and the life.”
“All who believe in Him will not die but have eternal life.”
Worship Leader: Your Word says that those who have died in the faith are
asleep, still alive in your Presence.
Pastor: They are a “great cloud of witnesses.”
May all the saints, we who are living, and those who have died,
shine like the stars at night.
Worship Leader: Today, in this strong hope, we remember those who have died
and been laid to rest from Faith Lutheran this past year.
Pastor: Before you, O Lord, we remember the life of Richard Riedemann,
David Crawford, Carlton Quee and others we name in our hearts.
We thank you Lord for their lives, and we pray that you will keep them
with all the saints in light.
Worship Leader: May everyone at Faith feel connected to the body of Christ.
We are one in His Spirit. In Jesus’ name. Amen.
*Prayer of the Day (by Safiyah Fosua)
We give you thanks, O God, for all the saints who ever worshiped you: Whether
in brush arbors or cathedrals, weathered wooden churches or crumbling
cement meeting houses where your name was lifted and adored.
We give you thanks, O God, for hands lifted in praise: Manicured hands and
hands stained with grease or soil, strong hands and those gnarled with age,
Holy hands used as wave offerings across the land.
We thank you, God, for hardworking saints; Whether hard-hatted or steel-
booted, head ragged or aproned, blue-collared or three-piece-suited, they left
their mark on the earth for you, for us, for our children to come.
Thank you, God, for the tremendous sacrifices made by those who have gone
before us. Bless the memories of your saints, God. May we learn how to walk
wisely from their examples of faith, dedication, worship, and love. In Jesus’
name. Amen.
First Lesson - Genesis 32:22-32
Second Lesson - Ephesians 1:3-8a
Gospel - Mark 10:13-16
Children’s Message
Song - “Find Us Faithful”
Sermon Text - 1 Chronicles 4:10
Jabez cried out to the God of Israel, “Oh, that you would bless me and enlarge
my territory! Let your hand be with me, and keep me from harm so that I will be
free from pain.” And God granted his request.
Sermon - “Prayer of Jabez”
Offertory Song - “King Of My Heart” (Offering will be received at this time)
*Offertory Response - “We Are An Offering”
*Offertory Prayer:
Merciful Father, we offer with joy and thanksgiving what you have first given us
our selves, our time, and our possessions, signs of your gracious love. Receive
them for the sake of him who offered himself for us, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
*Confession of Faith
Prayers of the Church
*Sharing of the Peace
*Words of Institution for Holy Communion
*The Lord’s Prayer
Distribution Songs
“Faith Of Our Fathers”
“Go Light Your World”
“My Lighthouse”
*Blessing
*Closing Song - “He’s Got The Whole World In His Hands”
Go in Peace to Love and Serve the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
*Please stand if you are able.
First Lesson - Genesis 32:22-32 22 That night Jacob got up and took his two wives, his two female servants and his
eleven sons and crossed the ford of the Jabbok. 23 After he had sent them across the
stream, he sent over all his possessions. 24 So Jacob was left alone, and a man wrestled
with him till daybreak. 25 When the man saw that he could not overpower him, he
touched the socket of Jacob’s hip so that his hip was wrenched as he wrestled with
the man. 26 Then the man said, “Let me go, for it is daybreak.” But Jacob replied, “I will
not let you go unless you bless me.” 27 The man asked him, “What is your name?”
“Jacob,” he answered. 28 Then the man said, “Your name will no longer be Jacob, but
Israel, because you have struggled with God and with humans and have overcome.” 29 Jacob said, “Please tell me your name.” But he replied, “Why do you ask my
Remembering the Cloud of Witnesses
All Saints Sunday
A time to remember those who have passed before us, especially
Richard Riedemann, David Crawford and Carlton Quee
A SPECIAL WELCOME TO OUR GUESTS THIS MORNING!
Whether you are from across town or out-of-state, your presence is a blessing to us.
When the Friendship Pad is passed down the row, please fill it out so we may connect
with you. Thank you for joining us today!
Pastor’s Ponderings . . .
name?” Then he blessed him there. 30 So Jacob called the place Peniel, saying, “It is
because I saw God face to face, and yet my life was spared.”31 The sun rose above
him as he passed Peniel, and he was limping because of his hip. 32 Therefore to this day
the Israelites do not eat the tendon attached to the socket of the hip, because the
socket of Jacob’s hip was touched near the tendon.
Second Lesson - Ephesians 1:3-8a 3 Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in the
heavenly realms with every spiritual blessing in Christ. 4 For he chose us in him before
the creation of the world to be holy and blameless in his sight. In love 5 he predestined
us for adoption to sonship through Jesus Christ, in accordance with his pleasure and
will - 6 to the praise of his glorious grace, which he has freely given us in the One he
loves. 7 In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of sins, in
accordance with the riches of God’s grace 8 that he lavished on us.
Gospel - Mark 10:13-16
13 People were bringing little children to Jesus for him to place his hands on them, but
the disciples rebuked them. 14 When Jesus saw this, he was indignant. He said to them,
“Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God
belongs to such as these. 15 Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of
God like a little child will never enter it.” 16 And he took the children in his arms, placed
his hands on them and blessed them.
1. Is the Prayer of Jabez a formula for success in life, or a request of a child before
the Father?
2. Why do all people crave the blessing of God?
3. What does it mean to be “blessed by God?”
4. What do you think the phrase “enlarge my territory” mean?
5. Why do we place a hand on another person’s shoulder? What does it convey?
6. Who ultimately answers the request of the fourth petition of this prayer,
“Keep me from harm?”
7. If we prayed this prayer each day, how might it change our expectations?
Happy Anniversary! November 10
Kent and Marci Sandven
“Intentional Parenting” with Doug Fields
Episode 5: Positive Memories & Serious Fun
Hosted by Joe & Rachel Simington and Kyle & Jamie Rouse
NEW CLASS - “Unshakeable Hope - Praying the Promises” by Max Lucado begins
November 11!
Adult Sunday School (You’re Welcome ANY Sunday!)
Faith’s youth are taking orders in the
back of the church for cupcakes made
by Gina Kohrs.
Choices are: Lemon/Raspberry,
Snickers, Caramel/Mocha, Pumpkin,
Chocolate, and White
Cupcake anyone?
Proceeds go to children, youth
and family camperships for
retreats/recharges at Ingham
Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camp.
Last day to
order!
November 6 Justin Simcox
November 7 Sophie Behrens
Theone Quattlebaum
November 8 Wayne Burnham
November 9 Pam Doran
November 10 Drew Campbell
Memorial Service for Carlton Quee
Thursday, November 8, at 10:30 a.m.
Will all those to whom Carlton gave a carving in wood of a
hand gripping the cross bring them along to the service. It will
be a tribute to all the good gifts he gave as a witness to his faith.
Wednesday, Nov. 7 | Temptation
5:30 - 6:20 p.m. - Taco Meal
6:30 - 7:00 p.m. - Worship
Faith Youth are
once again selling
God’s Creation
Calendars!
Proceeds go to funding
Faith Lutheran’s youth programming.
Calendars are $10.00 each.
2019 Calendars
Stop by the table in the back
to get yours today!
“Growing Up”: Iowa District 2018 Annual Gathering
November 10 | 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Zion Lutheran Church, Des Moines
Faith Youth are invited to
Ingham Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camp Outreach Night November 4!
Sunday, November 4 | Grades 6 through 8 | Cost is $3 (covers pizza meal)
4:15 p.m. meet at Faith, carpool to Camp | 8:30 p.m. Parent pick-up at Faith
Faith Youth are encouraged to RSVP to Eric Patten (712-229-1340) by 2:00 p.m.
We are in need of a few more drivers. If you can drive this Sunday,
or any Outreach Night in the future, please contact Eric by phone or email:
If you know you are going to be
hospitalized or are in the hospital,
please let the church office know
(712-580-4316). We would like to support
you in prayer and possibly a visit.
Spencer Hospital’s policy is to protect
individual privacy and no longer shares
patient information with clergy.
Spencer Hospital
Visitation Policy
Registration is $15 per person,
payable at the door and includes
all sessions and lunch.
YEAR BALANCE
GIVING TO DATE REMAINING ATTENDANCE
AUGUST $22,193.61 $204,787.79 $147,667.21 193 AVG.
SEPTEMBER $24,718.36 $229,506.15 $122,948.85 181 AVG.
OCT. 1-7 $ 5,311.50 $234,817.65 $117,637.35 181
OCT. 8-14 $ 4,437.63 $239,255.28 $113,199.72 186
OCT. 15-21 $ 5,928.80 $245,184.08 $107,270.92 207
OCT. 22-28 $ 6,157.91 $251,341.99 $101,133.01 176
THANK YOU FOR GENEROUSLY SUPPORTING FAITH IN 2018!
As we enter the final quarter of 2018, our church needs $8,426.08 per week to complete our ministry goals.
GENERAL OFFERING AND ATTENDANCE 2018
BUDGET $352,455
Faith
Life
Together
Faith Lutheran Church - Volume 2, Issue 11 - November 2018
The November edition of
Faith Life Together is available at:
The tables in the Fellowship area;
The Welcome Center desk; and
The bulletin board by
the Welcome Center desk
Faith’s Discipleship Ministry Team
believes that no one should walk alone
as followers of Jesus.
They would like to identify all the
Journey Teams (small group Bible study groups)
presently meeting within Faith’s congregation.
Would the leader or host of each Journey Team
please connect with Stu or Lori Christians to let us
know about your group.
Please send Journey Team information to:
Journey Teams
We encourage all our
members to be part of a
Journey Team!
Faith Lutheran Church Staff:
Pastor: Lee Laaveg - [email protected]
Director of Children & Youth: Eric Patten - [email protected]
Custodian: Rich Stueven - [email protected]
Technology Director: Lori Krei - [email protected]
Office Assistant: Cheryl Stueven - [email protected]
Worship Director: Denise Laaveg - [email protected]
Church Administrator: Lori Krei - [email protected]
The hand towels are part of
the baby care kits.
Please place them in the
yellow Mission Box
by the front door.
This Friday from 2:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.,
the residents of Northshire look forward
to fellowship time with Pastor Lee and
Denise, who will lead a sing-a-long of
favorite tunes.
Each Friday in November, Faith Lutheran
is asked to provide an individual or
group to present a topic. The topic
might include bringing a pet, sharing
about a trip, or sharing a talent (musical,
hobbies, etc.). If you would like to spend
a half hour sharing a topic or hobby on
a Friday, or have questions, please
contact the church office
at 712-580-4316.
Friday
Fellowship at
Northshire
Faith Lutheran Church
Council Meeting
Wednesday, Nov. 14
at 7:00 p.m. in the
Discipleship Room
All church members are
welcome to attend the
council meeting.
Topics may also be shared with any
council member for discussion at the
council meeting.
Please find a list of your Council
members and Council reports in a
pocket on the bulletin board near
Pastor Lee's office. Council members
are also listed on the church website
under the Teams button.
Council Members!
Please submit all team reports to the
Church Office by Monday, Nov. 12.
Sending your Tithes and Offerings to Faith
Lutheran is as easy as clicking your mouse!
Visit our church website
www.faithlutheranspencer.com/on-line-giving/
Click the SimpleChurch Giving button and follow
the instructions. Questions? Contact the church
office at 712-580-4316
Council Leaders and Team Members
Leadership Retreat
November 10 - 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Iowa Lakes Community College, Spencer
Please RSVP to the church office by Nov 5.
Sunday School Hour | Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
November 18 | November 25 | December 2 | December 9
Saturday Rehearsals | 10:00 a.m. to noon
December 1 | December 8
Saturday Rehearsal and Christmas Party
December 15 | 3:00 - 5:30 p.m.
Sunday School Christmas Program Rehearsal Schedule
Carol and the Belles
9:00 a.m. | Sunday, December 16
A magazine for evangelical
Lutheran Christians filled
with meaty articles as well
as lighter spiritual fare -
Connections provides great
food for the soul.
Connections is published 6
times a year.
Pick up your free copy at
the Welcome Center desk.
Inside you will find a
subscription card.
Subscriptions are on an
individual basis. You can
also subscribe online at
www.solapublishing.com
Thanks for Giving
Sunday
Each year in November, Faith Lutheran
celebrates our generosity by hosting a
special Sunday. This year the special
Sunday, called “Thanks for Giving!”, will be Sunday,
November 18th at 9 a.m. The day includes worship followed
by a meal together immediately following worship.
That day, Pastor Lee will preach on Jesus’ Gethsemane prayer.
During worship, we will have a Processional Offering. The
pledges of service and giving for 2019 will be received along
with the actual offering that day.
After worship, the Stewardship Ministry Team will host a
special meal. The Faith Council will serve the dinner that
morning. We will give our heartfelt thanks to God in a special
way on November 18!
Thank you to today’s
Worship Leader Greg Lear
Instrumentalist Denise Laaveg, Kevin Skadeland, Jared Hansen
Vocalists Sophie Behrens, Ashley Vreeman, Kirby Fueston,
Rachel Simington
Scripture Reader Lois Christman
Children’s Message Eric Patten
Prayers of the Church Cryss Quanbeck
Nursery Deb Ortiz
Altar Prep Pam Harris, Colleen Rouse
Communion Servers Todd and Shanna Kooker, Dave and Sharon Simington
Prayer Intercessors Bill Nitzel, Keith and Diane Van Kleek, Eric Patten
Camera Becky Simons
Computer Cheryl Stueven
Sound Kristine Christianson
Lead Tech Lori Krei
Fellowship Hosts Sheryl Lee, Nancy Ketcham
Set up: Sheryl Lee
Greeters/Ushers Randy and Barb Enge, Cindy Essick, Larry Peterson
Offering Counters Jolynne Eilts, Barb Solberg, Lori Krei
Next Sunday, November 11
Worship Leader Randy Enge
Instrumentalist Denise Laaveg, Kevin Skadeland, Jared Hansen
Vocalists Carla Vanderberg, Sharon Simington, Becky Simons
Scripture Reader Beth Brockshus
Children’s Message Radina Jansen
Prayers of the Church Dennis Larson
Nursery Eric Patten
Altar Prep Pam Harris, Colleen Rouse
Camera Cindy Tigges
Computer
Sound Cheryl Stueven
Lead Tech Lori Krei
Fellowship Hosts Dave and Linda Susie
Set up: Linda Susie
Greeters/Ushers Steve and Lora Johnson, Kent and Carol Heazlett
Offering Counters Wayne Burnham, Kay Iversen, Becky Simons
T HIS W EEK AT F AITH
Today - Sunday, November 4 - All Saints Sunday
8:00 a.m. Worship Vocalist & Musician Rehearsal
8:15 a.m. Prayer Time - All are welcome!
9:00 a.m. Worship
Fellowship - Immediately following Worship
10:30 a.m. Sunday School and Adult classes
4:15 p.m. Ingham Okoboji Lutheran Bible Camp Outreach Night
Tuesday, November 6
1:00 p.m. Staff meeting
Wednesday, November 7
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Christian Counseling (Make appointments at 515-238-9010)
3:30 - 5:30 p.m. LifeKids
5:15 p.m. Properties Team meeting
5:30 p.m. Executive Team meeting
5:30 - 6:20 p.m. WoW! Taco Meal
6:30 p.m. WoW! Worship
Confirmation
7:00 p.m. Worship Vocalist rehearsal
High School Youth Group
Thursday, November 8
8:30 a.m. Coffee Group - All are welcome!
Friday, November 9
2:30 - 3:00 p.m. Friday Fellowship at Northshire with Pastor Lee & Denise
Saturday, November 10
7:30 a.m. Men’s Bible Study
8:00 a.m. Leadership Retreat at Iowa Lakes Community College
Sunday, November 11
8:00 a.m. Worship Vocalist & Musician Rehearsal
8:15 a.m. Prayer Time - All are welcome!
9:00 a.m. Worship
Fellowship - Immediately following Worship
10:30 a.m. Sunday School and Adult classes
