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During the Prayers of Intercession, you are invited to add your own prayer(s) eitherin speech or in silence as indicated by the line: “Other intercessions may be addedhere.”You may wish to use this insert to write down your prayer(s)which you maythen offer aloud during that time. If you wish to have your prayers added to thePrayer of the Church during the coming weeks, please remove and place this cardin the offering plate.

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Sts. Peter and Paul EvangelicalLutheran Church250 Woodside Road

Riverside, Illinois 60546Telephone: (708) 442-5250Parsonage: (708) 442-0238

Fax: (708) 442-5264

Web page: www.stspeterandpaulriverside.orgEmail address: www.stspeterandpaulriverside.org/service

Dennis J. Lauritsen, PastorDavid B. Richards, Parish Musician

Karen Rouleau, Administrative Assistant

Greetings and welcome in the name of the crucified and risen Lord Jesus. We trustthat the Holy Spirit has called you to Sts. Peter and Paul Church and pray that yourworship experience today will be meaningful for you and strengthen you in faith.

You are invited to sign the guest register at the entrance to the sanctuary or fill outa welcome card from a pew pocket. Please indicate whether or not you would liketo be placed on our mailing list as well as your desire for a visit by the pastor oranother parishioner.

Restrooms are located in a room off the entryway to the sanctuary and also acrossthe gym on the west side of the building and on the lower level. Please ask an usheror greeter for directions. Parents and children are welcome to make use of theanterooms on the main level at the Woodside entrance.

Interested in membership? We would be delighted to have you join our communityof faith in worship and ministry. Please use a welcome card from a pew in front ofyou. Additional information is available from pamphlet displays and tablesthroughout the facility. Our website may be accessed at the following address:www.stspeterandpaulriverside.org .

In addition to words, music and gestures, the liturgy includes several periods ofsilence. In our noise-filled world, we listen for the Word in the silence of our hearts.Before the liturgy begins, we are called to a time of reflection and centering.

All baptized Christians are welcome to receive Holy Communion. Adults orchildren not communing may come forward for a blessing. If you or a member ofyour family are interested in Baptism, please speak to Pastor Dennis. Join us forconversation following worship in the dining hall on the lower level.

How to use this worship folder: Hymns for the service are in the back two-thirds ofEvangelical Lutheran Worship (red book). In this bulletin: *–indicates those whoare able may stand. Bold parts are for the participation of all.

THE SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

October 6 , 2019 ] 10:15 a.m.th

A little faith goes a long way is our Lord’s point in the gospel. A mustard seed’sworth has miraculous potential. The patience, tenacity, and endurance required forthe life of faith are the blessings received in water and the Word (Holy Baptism),bread and wine (Holy Communion), the Word read and proclaimed in this assembly.Anticipate them. Receive them with thanksgiving.

HOLY COMMUNIONEVANGELICAL LUTHERAN WORSHIP, SETTING FOUR, PAGES 147-155

GATHERINGThe Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God.

RINGING OF THE CHIMES

PRELUDE An die Musik Schubert

WELCOME AND *CALL TO WORSHIP

In the fullness of time, God gave us Jesus that we might experience God’s love.Yet we turned our backs and went our own way.God’s loving presence continued in the disciples,bringing again the message of hope and reconciliation.Open our ears and our hearts, O Lord, to receive this message.Let the bread and the wine we receive todaygive us strength and courage to do God’s will.Let our lives thus strengthened be a witnessto God’s eternal love for all people. Amen.

*ORDER FOR CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS

In the name of the Father, and of the + Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another.

Silence is kept for reflection.

God of overflowing grace, we come to you with repentant hearts. Forgiveus for shallow thankfulness. Forgive us for passing by the ones in need.Forgive us for setting our hopes on fleeting treasures. Forgive us ourneglect and thoughtlessness. Bring us home from the wilderness of sin, andstrengthen us to serve you in all that we do and say; through Jesus Christ,our Savior and Lord. Amen.

There is joy in heaven over every person who repents. By the grace of God in Christ Jesus, who gave himself up for us all, your sins are forgiven and you aremade free. Rejoice with the angels and with one another! We are home inGod’s mercy, now and forever. Amen.

*GATHERING HYMN Open Now Thy Gates of Beauty ELW 533(verses 1-3)

*GREETING page 147

The grace that is Christ’s gift to us, the love of God, and the communion of theHoly Spirit be with you all.And also with you.

*PRAYER OF THE DAY

Let us pray. Benevolent, merciful God: When we are empty, fill us. When weare weak in faith, strengthen us. When we are cold in love, warm us, that withfervor we may love our neighbors and serve them for the sake of your Son,Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

WORDGod speaks to us in Scripture reading, preaching, and song.

FIRST READING Habakkuk 1:1-4; 2:1-4Injustice and violence in the time leading up to the Babylonian exile move thisprophet to lament: How can a good and all-powerful God see evil in the world andseemingly remain indifferent? God answers by proclaiming that the wicked willperish, but the righteous will live by faith.

The Word of the Lord.Thanks be to God.

SECOND READING 2 Timothy 1:1-14This message written from Paul to Timothy is a personal message of encourage-ment. In the face of hardship and persecution, Timothy is reminded that his faith isa gift of God. He is encouraged to exercise that faith with the help of the Holy Spirit.

The Word of the Lord.Thanks be to God.

*GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Celtic Alleluia ELW 174

Alleluia, alleluia. Alleluia, alleluia.

*GOSPEL READING Luke 17:5-10On the way to Jerusalem, Jesus instructs his followers about the power of faith andthe duties of discipleship. He calls his disciples to adopt the attitude of servantswhose actions are responses to their identity rather than works seeking reward.

The Holy Gospel according to St. LukeGlory to you, O Lord.

The Gospel of our Lord.Praise to you, O Christ.

SERMON That’s Enough

*HYMN OF THE DAY How Firm a Foundation ELW 796

*CREED

I believe in God, the Father almighty,creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord.He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit

and born of the virgin Mary.He suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died, and was buried.He descended to the dead.On the third day he rose again.He ascended into heaven,

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.He will come again to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,the holy catholic Church,the communion of saints,the forgiveness of sins,the resurrection of the body,and the life everlasting. Amen

*PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION

With the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, let us pray for the church, thosein need, and all of God's creation.

Almighty and everlasting God, set your church as a sentinel to watch for yourcoming into the world. Urge us to announce to others your gracious presenceamong us. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.

Renew your creation where it has been shaken by disaster. Encourage people whorebuild; bring plants again to blossom. Restore calm in the midst of chaos. Hear us,O God. Your mercy is great.

Support the work of people who find paths of diplomacy and peace among thenations. Strengthen them in weariness, that they may fulfill the calling youhave given them. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.

Create opportunities for healing conversation and comforting hospitality innursing care facilities, hospitals, and homes. Bring joy to those burdened byillness, especially… Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.

Other prayers may be added here in speech and in silence.

Remembering the saints, who stood steadfast in the faith through many trials,especially… , guide us to put our trust in you until we receive the fulfillmentof your promise. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.

Into your hands, O Holy One, we entrust all for whom we pray, confident inyour abundant and abiding mercy; through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.

*PEACE

The peace of the Lord be with you always.And also with you.

MEALGod feeds us with the presence of Jesus Christ.

OFFERING OF GIFTS

OFFERTORY ANTHEM We Place Upon Your Table, Lord ELW 467

*OFFERTORY PRAYER

Let us pray. Merciful God,as grains of wheat scattered upon the hills were gathered together tobecome one bread, so let your church be gathered together from the endsof the earth into your kingdom, for yours is the glory through JesusChrist, now and forever. Amen.

*DIALOGUE

*PREFACE

It is indeed right, our duty and our joy… we praise your name and join theirunending hymn:

*HOLY, HOLY, HOLY

*THANKSGIVING AT THE TABLE

Holy, mighty, and merciful Lord,heaven and earth are full of your glory.In great love you sent to us Jesus, your Son,who reached out to heal the sick and suffering,who preached good news to the poor,and who, on the cross, opened his arms to all.

In the night in which he was betrayed,our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks;broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying:Take and eat; this is my body, given for you.Do this for the remembrance of me.

Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks,and gave it for all to drink, saying:This cup is the new covenant in my blood,shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin.Do this for the remembrance of me.

Remembering, therefore, his death, resurrection, and ascension,we await his coming in glory.

Pour out upon us the Spirit of your love, O Lord,and unite the wills of all who share this heavenly food,the body and blood of Jesus Christ, our Lord;to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit,be all honor and glory, now and forever.Amen.

*LORD’S PRAYER

Gathered into one by the Holy Spirit, let us pray as Jesus taught us.Our Father, who art in heaven,

hallowed be thy name,thy kingdom come,thy will be done,

on earth as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread;and forgive us our trespasses,

as we forgive thosewho trespass against us;

and lead us not into temptation,but deliver us from evil.

For thine is the kingdom,and the power, and the glory,forever and ever. Amen

*INVITATION TO COMMUNION page 153

Our Lord Jesus invites us to a place of honor at this banquet. Welcome to thewedding feast which has no end.

COMMUNION HYMNS In the Singing ELW 466

Faith of Our Fathers ELW 813*BLESSING

The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in hisgrace. Amen.

*PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION

We come again to you, O God,giving you thanks that in this feast of mercy you have embraced us and healedus, making us one in the body of Christ. Go with us on our way. Equip us forevery good work, that we may continue to give you thanks by embracingothers with mercy and healing; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.Amen.

SENDINGGod blesses us and sends us in mission to the world.

*BLESSING

God Almighty send you light and truthto keep you all the days of your life.The hand of God protect you;the holy angels accompany you;and the blessing of almighty God,the Father, the + Son, and the Holy Spirit,be with you now and forever.Amen.

*SENDING HYMN Open Now Thy Gates of Beauty ELW 533(verses 4-5)

*DISMISSAL

Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God.

POSTLUDE Concerto Saint-Saëns

SERVING IN THE LITURGYPREACHING AND PRESIDING MINISTER Dennis LauritsenASSISTING MINISTER Vicki MichaelsPARISH MUSICIAN David RichardsLECTORS John Broussard and Beverly TarboxCOMMUNION MINISTER Brandon MichaelsACOLYTE Aidan AltavillaGREETERS John and Juanita and Cristina JakubecUSHERS Gregg Valek and Fred KuzelALTAR CARE AND SACRISTAN Janice Hapgood

UPCOMING COMMEMORATIONS

William Tyndale, translator, martyr, died 1536Sunday, October 6Tyndale was ordained a priest in England, and wished to translate the Bible intoEnglish. He was opposed in this by King Henry VIII, causing him to flee toGermany. He completed the New Testament in 1525, but before he could finish theOld Testament, he was tried for heresy and burned at the stake.

Henry Melchior Muhlenberg, pastor in North America, died 1787Monday, October 7Divided Lutherans in America asked leaders in Europe to send someone who couldtake charge and unite their work. Muhlenberg was sent, and was effective inorganizing the American Lutherans. Among other accomplishments, his liturgicalprinciples became the basis for the Common Service of 1888.

Massie L. Kennard, renewer of the church, died 1996 (TFF)Thursday, October 10A native of Chicago, Kennard was a major figure in supporting and working towardethnic and racial inclusiveness in the former Lutheran Church in America. Ordainedin 1958, he served in positions including Director for Minority Concerns of theDivision for Mission in North America.

CHURCH OFFICE HOURS: 8:30 a.m.–3:30 p.m., M-F.

OUR LIFE TOGETHER

SEVENTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, OCTOBER 69:15 AM Confirmation Class9:30 AM Adult Choir Rehearsal

10:15 AM Liturgy of Holy Communion 11:30 AM Youth Choir Rehearsal

MONDAY, OCTOBER 79:00 AM Fall Fest Set-up begins 6:30 PM “Legends of the Game” Volleyball until 9:45 p.m.

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 87:00 PM Overeaters Anonymous Meeting7:00 PM Windsome Quintet Rehearsal

WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 96:30 PM Co-Dependents Anonymous Meeting7:30 PM Choir Rehearsal

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 129:00 AM Fall Fest until 2 p.m.

11:00 AM AA Big Book Study Group Meeting7:00 PM AA Group Meeting

EIGHTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST, OCTOBER 139:15 AM Confirmation Class9:30 AM Adult Choir Rehearsal

10:15 AM Liturgy of Holy Communion 11:30 AM Youth Choir Rehearsal

TUESDAY, OCTOBER 157:00 PM Overeaters Anonymous Meeting7:00 PM Windsome Quintet Rehearsal

PLEASE REMEMBER IN PRAYER . . .

Sheryl Hallmann, Dot Myers, Anne Gavac, Jerry Gaydusek, Helen Gaydusek,Mildred Mendel, Mary Sasuta, Bob Skudrna and Steve Podzamsky.

Rev. James Kuemmerle (Pastor at Trinity Lutheran Church, Chicago), Bonnie (friendof Elaine Haase), Nicole Kisiel (friend of Fred Kuzel), Ramona Daugs (relative ofBeverly Tarbox), Mary Costello (mother of Debbie Boor), Damon Cooke (relative ofWally Kessler), Dr. Craig Reckard (friend of Milan Oklepek), Gertrude Tarbox(mother of J.T.), Sharon Hicks (stepmother of Beverly Tarbox), Jim and Janie Tarbox(brother and sister-in-law of J.T.), Ralph Thompson (husband of Lois Mika), CarolZitko (church secretary at Concordia Lutheran Church, Berwyn), Danny Orozco (co-worker of Tom Michaels), Barbara Kessler (sister-in-law of Wally Kessler), BeverlyBartlett (aunt of Ann Head), Delores Linden (aunt of Martin and Ann Pennino),Phoebe Van Ham (friend of David Richards), Donald Neal (brother of BarbaraKessler), Sarah Emily Mansouri (daughter-in-law of Kristine Boike’s sister), PatPileggi (Helen Gaydusek’s co-worker), Joe Caruso (friend of Wally Kessler), DaleRenville (son-in-law of Bev and Steve Podzamsky), Kelly Alvey (granddaughter of Bevand Steve Podzamsky), Alice Puglise (relative of Steve and Bev Podzamsky), Cpt.Kristopher Mabrigo (relative of Wally Kessler) and Rev. Glenn Bergmark (supplypastor).

*Please let us know when people may be removedfrom the prayer list and we will offer a prayer of thanksgiving for their healing!*

Flowers for the Lord’s Table may be ordered by calling the church office. The priceis $20 per vase. Please make checks payable to Sts. Peter and Paul Lutheran Church.The final day for ordering flowers is Tuesday.

Adult choir rehearsals are held on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 p.m. in the choirroom (lower level). Sunday morning choir rehearsals are as follows: Adult Choir at9:30 a.m. and Youth Choir at 11:30 a.m. following worship.

A sign-up page is available on the board near the servingwindow in the dining hall for hosting Sunday morning coffeehours. Hands-on orientation for hosting these events will beprovided by Janet Broussard, Ann Head or Sue Skudrna. Pleasespeak with any of the three for further information.

Fall Fest Rummage and Bake SaleOctober 12 , 2019th

9 a.m. - 2 p.m.(Rummage half-price between 1 and 2 p.m.)

Home Baked GoodsRummage TablesHomemade Salsa

Taffy Apples (with and without nuts)Jewelry

Used Toys and BooksRaffle

Contributions of homemade bakery items would be greatly appreciated. Pleaseplan to drop-off your baked goods on Friday, October 11 between 1 p.m. andth

3 p.m. For more information, or if you have questions, please contact VeraBorysek at (708) 562-2307.

THE RIGHTEOUS LIVE BY FAITH

Faith is the theme for today’s readings, but not just any faith. It is a life-transformingfaith, one that demonstrates the very presence of God moving, alive, and active inGod’s people. In response to Habakkuk’s oracle, the Lord answered him that “therighteous live by their faith” (Habakkuk 2:4b). But just what does it mean to berighteous? It’s a righteousness imparted by God, who creates and claims each of usas God’s own sons and daughters, bringing us into this family by our baptisms andby the faith God gives us makes us holy children. Being part of this divine familygives us our worth, even at those times we may not think of ourselves as worthy. In2 Timothy, the author writes a history of the faith in Timothy’s family, beginningwith his grandmother and then passed on to his mother and himself. This is howmany of us were first brought into the family of God: we had faithful parents whoknew of their own God-given righteousness and then passed this gift on to theirchildren. But again, it’s all God’s doing! Finally, Jesus’ disciples boldly ask theirteacher to “Increase our faith” (Luke 17:5). They knew that faith was somethingneeded, and Jesus explains that even a small amount of faith can do great wonders.What does it mean to have this sort of faith, a faith that can serve God’s purposeshere to truly be God’s work and yet it’s done with our hands? On this Sunday, helpthe assembly experience this faith that God has given us. It’s a gift and connectionto our God.