WE GATHER TOGETHERPrelude Deep River Eugénie Rocherolle WelcomeConfession and ForgivenessLet us confess our sins before God and one another.

Holy God, we confess that the distractions and busyness of our lives make it difficult to listen deeply to your voice. Transform our priorities so that we make space in our lives to be quiet and listen to you. Jesus, seeker of the lost, we confess to becoming so shaped by the values of this age that your call on our lives is increasingly hard to hear. Transform our values so that they are shaped by your concern for the unloved and unlovely, and for the weak and powerless in our society. Jesus, bearer of reconciliation, we confess that all too often in our faith communities, we harbor thoughts which estrange and make us hostile towards one another.Transform our hearts so that we are filled with the desire to forgive one another and to make peace. Jesus, source of our faith, we confess that we forget all too quickly the words we say, and pray, and sing, in our time of worship. Transform our lives so that they remain connected to you at all times and in all places.

6TH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

July 21, 2019

Welcome to Bethel Lutheran Church

We are glad you are here and we pray God will be real to you as you worship. Bethel is a Reconciling in Christ congregation. Knowing God loves all creation and holds us all, we welcome you who walk through our doors and you who are outside those doors. We welcome everyone and honor the rich diversity and giftedness that age, sexual orientation, race, belief, emotional and physical health, gender identity, marital status and station in life bring to the Bethel family and our relationships.

Address 5658 North Denver Avenue • Portland, Oregon 97217 • Email bethel@bethelpdx.org • Website www.bethelpdx.org

YOUR PASTORPastor Christine Core

email: ccore@comcast.net phone/text: 503-805-3653

Restrooms are located in the basement on the east side of the building. A gender neutral restroom located behind the worship space next to the church office. Please ask the Usher or Greeter for assistance. There is also a rocking chair in the rear of the Sanctuary. Please use it as you wish.

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A Time for Silent Prayer

Jesus, Friend and Holy Redeemer, may the posture of our lives be shaped by listening to you;the goodness of our lives be shaped by love for you; and the service of our lives be shaped by a humility like yours. This we pray in your name. Amen

Opening Hymn For All the Faithful Women verse 1, 7, 2, and last

1 For all the faithful women who served in days of old, to you shall thanks be given; to all, their story told. They served with strength and gladness in tasks your wisdom gave. To you their lives bore witness, proclaimed your pow’r to save.

Martha and Mary7 We sing of busy Martha, who toiled with pot and pan while Mary sat in silence to hear the word again. Christ, keep our hearts attentive to truth that you declare, and strengthen us for service when work becomes our prayer.

2 O God, for saints and servants, those named and those unknown, in whom through all the ages your light of glory shone, we offer glad thanksgiving and fervent prayer we raise that, faithful in your service, our lives may sing your praise.

Last All praise to God the Father! All praise to Christ the Son! All praise to God the Spirit, who binds the church as one! With saints who went before us, with saints who witness still, we sing glad alleluias and strive to do your will.

GreetingThe grace of Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.

And also with you.

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Hymn This is the Feast (continues on next page)

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Hymn This is the Feast

SalutationMay God be with you.

And also with you.

Prayer of the Day Eternal God, you draw near to us in Christ, and you make yourself our guest. Amid the cares of our lives, make us attentive to your presence, that we may treasure your word above all else, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.Amen.

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WE HEAR GOD’S WORDFirst Reading Genesis 18:1-10a

The Lord appeared to Abraham by the oaks of Mamre, as he sat at the entrance of his tent in the heat of the day. He looked up and saw three men standing near him. When he saw them, he ran from the tent entrance to meet them, and bowed down to the ground. He said, “My lord, if I find favor with you, do not pass by your servant. Let a little water be brought, and wash your feet, and rest yourselves under the tree. Let me bring a little bread, that you may refresh yourselves, and after that you may pass on—since you have come to your servant.” So they said, “Do as you have said.” And Abraham hastened into the tent to Sarah, and said, “Make ready quickly three measures of choice flour, knead it, and make cakes.” Abraham ran to the herd, and took a calf, tender and good, and gave it to the servant, who hastened to prepare it. Then he took curds and milk and the calf that he had prepared, and set it before them; and he stood by them under the tree while they ate.

They said to him, “Where is your wife Sarah?” And he said, “There, in the tent.” aThen one said, “I will surely return to you in due season, and your wife Sarah shall have a son.”

P: Holy Word, Holy Wisdom.C: Thanks be to God.

Second Reading Colossians 1:15-28

[Christ Jesus] is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation;for in him all things in heaven and on earth were created, things visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or powers—all things have been created through him and for him. He himself is before all things, and in him all things hold together. He is the head of the body, the church; he is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, so that he might come to have first place in everything. For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, and through him God was pleased to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, by making peace through the blood of his cross.

And you who were once estranged and hostile in mind, doing evil deeds, he has now reconciled in his fleshly body through death, so as to present you holy and blameless and irreproachable before him—provided that you continue securely established and steadfast in the faith, without shifting from the hope promised by the gospel that you heard, which has been proclaimed to every creature under heaven. I, Paul, became a servant of this gospel.

I am now rejoicing in my sufferings for your sake, and in my flesh I am completing what is lacking in Christ’s afflictions for the sake of his body, that is, the church. I became its servant according to God’s commission that was given to me for you, to make the word of God fully known, the mystery that has been hidden throughout the ages and generations but has now been revealed to his saints. To them God chose to make known how great among the Gentiles are the riches of the glory of this mystery, which is Christ in you, the hope of glory. It is he whom we proclaim, warning everyone and teaching everyone in all wisdom, so that we may present everyone mature in Christ.

P: Holy Word, Holy Wisdom.C: Thanks be to God.

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Gospel Acclamation

The Holy Gospel according to Luke the tenth chapter.

The people respond: Glory to you, O God.

Now as [Jesus and his disciples] went on their way, he entered a certain village, where a woman named Martha welcomed him into her home. She had a sister named Mary, who sat at the Lord’s feet and listened to what he was saying. But Martha was distracted by her many tasks; so she came to him and asked, “Lord, do you not care that my sister has left me to do all the work by myself? Tell her then to help me.” But the Lord answered her, “Martha, Martha, you are worried and distracted by many things; there is need of only one thing. Mary has chosen the better part, which will not be taken away from her.”

The people respond: Praise to you, O Christ.

Children’s MessageSermon

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Hymn of the Day O Day of Peace

Apostles CreedI believe in God, the Father almighty,creator of heaven and earth.I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord,who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,born of the virgin Mary,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,he is seated at the right hand of the Father,and he will come 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 the PeopleResponse: Hear us, O God.

Your mercy is great.

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Sharing of the PeaceThe peace of Christ be with you always.

And also with you

WE CELEBRATE THE MEALOffertory Angel Band sung by PJ Bentley

Offertory Music Come, All You People

Our welcome extends to the Communion Table. We recognize that this is Christ’s Table and Christ’s invitation. Please come forward as you are invited. If you prefer not to receive Communion at this time, you are welcome to come forward for a blessing – just fold your arms across your chest so that we know you prefer a blessing. Wine is served from the first chalice; grape juice is served from the second. We also offer gluten-free bread and individual cups of wine.

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Offertory Prayer Blessed are you, O God, for the greening earth given for all, for the talents we are given to share and for this bread and wine. Transform us to be the body of Christ, that, feasting on this food and drink, our lives my reflect your generosity, through Christ our Redeemer. Amen.

Words of Institution

The Lord’s PrayerOur Father and MotherWho art in heaven,hallowed be thy name.Thy kingdom come.Thy will be doneon earth, as it is in heaven.Give us this day our daily bread.And forgive us our trespasses,as we forgive those who trespass against us.Lead us not into temptation,but deliver us from evil.For thine is the kingdom and the powerand the glory, for ever and ever. Amen

Invitation to CommunionGod invites you to this table of bounty. Come, the banquet is ready.

Hymn Taste and See

Communion Distribution

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Communion Hymn Be Thou My Vision

Prayer After Communion

Holy One, in this holy communion you have welcomed us into your presence, nourished us with words of mercy, and fed us at your table. Amid the cares of this life, strengthen us to love you with all our heart, serve our neighbors with a willing spirit, and honor the earth you have made; through Christ, our Redeemer. Amen

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WE ARE SENT IN JESUS’ LOVEAnnouncementsBlessingSending Hymn Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ

Dismissal Go in peace to share the Good News.

Thanks be to God.

Postlude Dry Bones Eugénie Rocherolle

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Prayer Requested For: Prayer Concern: Prayer Contact:

For the people and friends of Bethel as we work through the challenges of the water damage issues

Prayers of thanksgiving for the rapid response and quality work of the cleaning contractors working at Bethel following the water damage. Prayers of patience as we work around the reconstruction over the coming months.

Staff

For the Summer Camp staff & students

Prayers that they may have a fun and enriching summer; prayers of thanksgiving for the generous grant of space from Peace Lutheran Church so that we can serve our Summer Camp students.

Staff

For those working with the marginalized and unwanted better, to ease loneliness, promote love

Strength for the journey. Staff

For families separated at the border and the children.

Help us remember that when we speak of immigrants and refugees, children and adults like, we speak of Christ

Staff

For those affected by political and racial discord. Prayers of peace. Staff

Pepe Rochon Prayers for healing and comfort. Faith St. John

Barbara Horne Prayers of healing and comfort. Tammy Gover

Steve Stoner Prayers of healing and comfort. Staff

Katie Reitel & Family Prayers for peace & assurance of God’s love. The Bentleys

Faith St. John Prayers for successful medical treatment. Pastor Core

Prayers for the family and friends of Minnie Congdon Peace and comfort following her death. Deacon Sue Best

For the family and friends of Lori Fields, especially Pastor Glenn and Greg.

Prayers of peace and comfort following her death on July 12th. Karen Anderson

Our prayers continue for many among us: for Bertha Anderson, Timothy Collins, Elizabeth, Rob, Jacob Bard, Miles Bard, Annalu Lingnau, Ben Lingnau III, David Lingnau, Mary Rix, Patricia Connor.

Stewardship of Service Today - July 21 Next Week - July 28

Ministers: All Baptized Members of Bethel All Baptized Members of Bethel

Pastor: Pr. Christine Core Pr. Christine Core

Preaching and Presiding over a Service of the Word: Naso Michaels

Musician Jamie Webster LeAnn MichaelsUsher:

Reader:

Communion:

Preparation of the Altar:

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TODAYChurch Council Meeting | Following worship in the Fireside Room

COMING UP:

July 21-26 Confirmation Camp at Camp Lutherwood Middle School Students attend Confirmation Camp at Camp Lutherwood with Pastor Core. Watch for ways to send the kids mail. Joining the group are E’llee, Simone, Annika, Vivian and Josephine. (Vivian and Josephine join us from Bethlehem Lutheran).

July 28 Sunday Worship Naso Michaels will be leading a Service of the Word and preaching the message.

August 3 Women’s Spirituality Group Meeting | 8:30 am At the Edman’s home

August 24 Annual Bethel Block Party | From the looks of the third floor office doubling as storage, you are starting to clean out those closets and cupboards of those things that no longer spark joy. Drop off anything you’d like to add to the sale. Place your items next to Pastor Core’s former office.

For the Future

Sept.6, 7,& 8 Congregation Camp Out | Talk to Scott and Tana for sign-up and details

OTHER NEWS

Volunteer Opportunities• Sandwhich Makers

We need sandwich makers from Aug 10 through the end of September. If you could lend a hand please sign up via Signup genius : https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050a48a4ad2da46-bethel1.

• Worship AssistantsAll spots are wide open. If you are in town please consider lending a hand.

Parsonage UpdateThe work at the parsonage is continuing with some fun parts of the construction going on right now. Now that sheet rock and taping are done, the French doors and new windows are in and the painting is well underway, everything starts to fall into place. The new kitchen looks light and airy and soon there will be new cabinets going in. Stay tuned for the next Open House.

#Summerfun The cloudy and rainy days have not dampened the enthusiasm of the kids at Day Camp. Last week, the kids were at OMSI; this week is berry picking. And we’ve discovered that the weekly swim sessions are so much fun that short naps in the warm summer afternoons are essential!

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Women’s Spirituality Group | 8:30 am at the Edman’s homeWomen of Bethel, Come! Let’s deepen our relationship with ourselves, with each other and with God. And we’ll have fun in the process. Your suggestions for a women’s spirituality group have been heeded. We will begin our meetings on Saturday, August 3, starting at 8:30 am, at the home of JulieAnn Edman. Address: 6027 NE 32nd Place

We will put together a schedule for following meetings which will alternate every two weeks between Saturday mornings and Thursday evenings. More details to come.

Care of the soul asks that we open our hearts wider than they have ever been before.Thomas Moore

Thank you to Holy Redeemer’s St. Vincent de Paul Society The most incredible new freezer that arrived on Wednesday. We can’t believe how excited we are about an appliance, but here we are! The St. Vincent de Paul Society is a critical partner with Bethel in the Food Ministry. In addition to obtaining grant money to buy a commercial freezer, the Society financially supports the Breakfast Program every month and encourages their members to come to Bethel to volunteer! Thank you to all who continue to dedicate so much love and effort to this program.

Confirmation Camp at Camp Lutherwood | July 21-26Campers are E’llee, Annika, Simone, Vivian and Josephine (from Bethlehem). Pastor Core is with these amazing young women all week.

Want to send mail to the campers? Snail mail is available, but the earlier you send mail, the better.

1.The postal address is:

Camp LutherwoodAttn: Camper’s Name22960 Highway 36Cheshire, OR 97419.

----or----2. Email the campers a message at

Office@lutherwoodoregon.org Subject: Camper’s Name

If your message arrives before 5 pm, it will be printed off and delivered to the camper that evening.

Getting in touch with Pastor CorePastor C. will have access to email, ccore@comcast.net, during the week. Cell service is sketchy, but she will check voice mail when possible.

Pastor Core will be back in the office on Wednesday, July31.