Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church and School Rev. Cameron Schnarr 1541 St. Mary’s Road, Wpg, MB, R2M 3V8, Ph: (204)256-5548 Pastor: [email protected] Ph: (204)997-7392 Office: [email protected] www.beautifulsavior.ca Organist: Kevin Scott Mrs. Jennifer McCrea, Principal 52 Birchdale Ave, Wpg, MB, R2H 1R9, Ph: (204)984-9600 www.bsls.ca October 12, 2014 A READING FROM THE BOOK OF CONCORD THANKSGIVING Good works without doubt follow true faith—if it is not a dead, but a living faith—just as fruit grows on a good tree. We believe, teach, and confess that good works should be entirely excluded from the question about salvation, just as they are excluded from the article of justification before God. The apostle testifies, "Just as David also speaks of the blessing of the one to whom God counts righteousness apart from works: … "For by grace you have been saved through faith. And this is not your own doing; it is the gift of God, not a result of works, so that no one may boast". We also believe, teach, and confess that all people, but especially those who are born again and renewed by the Holy Spirit, are obligated to do good works This is not to be understood in any other way than as the Lord Christ and His apostles themselves declare. In other words, the free spirit does not obey from fear of punishment, like a servant, but from love of righteousness, like children. In these last times it is certainly no less needful to encourage people to Christian discipline ‹to the way of right and godly living› and to do good works. We need to remind them of how necessary it is that they exercise themselves in good works as a declaration of their faith and gratitude to God [Hebrews 13:15-16]. But works should not be mingled in the article of justification. (paragraphs 6-8, 12, 18) A Stewardship Moment Empowered by God — Responding by Grace “ . . . as you excel in everything — in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in all earnestness, and in our love for you — see that you excel in this act of grace also” (2 Cor. 8:7). This bulletin contains the parts of the service that change each week, which are known as the “propers”. service itself is found in the burgundy service book in the pew. Please follow the service book. The You will be directed to the bulletin when it is needed. Divine Service Setting Two Processional Hymn: Now Thank We All Our God LSB 895 Confession and Absolution Page 167 Service of the Word Introit Is. 61:10; antiphon: Ps. 146:2 I will praise the LORD as long | as I live;* I will sing praises to my God while I have my | being. I will greatly rejoice | in the LORD;* my soul shall exult | in my God, for he has clothed me with the garments of sal- | vation;* he has covered me with the robe of | righteousness, as a bridegroom decks himself like a priest with a beautiful | headdress,* and as a bride adorns herself | with her jewels. Glory be to the Father and | to the Son* and to the Holy | Spirit; as it was in the be- | ginning,* is now, and will be forever. | Amen. I will praise the LORD as long | as I live;* I will sing praises to my God while I have my | being. Kyrie LSB 168 This is the Feast LSB 171 A Stewardship Moment Salutation and Collect of the Day Old Testament Reading Isaiah 25:6–9 6 On this mountain the LORD of hosts will make for all peoples a feast of rich food, a feast of well-aged wine, of rich food full of marrow, of aged wine well refined. 7 And he will swallow up on this mountain the covering that is cast over all peoples, the veil that is spread over all nations. 8 He will swallow up death forever; and the Lord GOD will wipe away tears from all faces, and the reproach of his people he will take away from all the earth, for the LORD has spoken. 9 It will be said on that day, “Behold, this is our God; we have waited for him, that he might save us. This is the LORD; we have waited for him; let us be glad and rejoice in his salvation.” A This is the Word of the Lord. C Thanks be to God. Gradual Ps. 91:11; 103:1 He will command his angels con- | cerning you* to guard you in | all your ways. Bless the LORD, | O my soul,* and all that is within me, bless his | holy name! Epistle 4 Philippians 4:4–13 5 Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice. Let your reasonableness be known to everyone. The Lord is at hand; 6do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. 7And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus. 8 Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things. 9What you have learned and received and heard and seen in me—practice these things, and the God of peace will be with you. 10 I rejoiced in the Lord greatly that now at length you have revived your concern for me. You were indeed concerned for me, but you had no opportunity. 11Not that I am speaking of being in need, for I have learned in whatever situation I am to be content. 12 I know how to be brought low, and I know how to abound. In any and every circumstance, I have learned the secret of facing plenty and hunger, abundance and need. 13I can do all things through him who strengthens me. A This is the Word of the Lord. C Thanks be to God. Alleluia and Verse Holy Gospel P C Page 173 Matthew 22:1–14 The Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew, the twenty-second chapter. Glory to You, O Lord. 1 Again Jesus spoke to them in parables, saying, “The kingdom of heaven may be compared to a king who gave a wedding feast for his son, 3and sent his servants to call those who were invited to the wedding feast, but they would not come. 4Again he sent other servants, saying, ‘Tell those who are invited, See, I have prepared my dinner, my oxen and my fat calves have been slaughtered, and everything is ready. Come to the wedding feast.’ 5But they paid no attention and went off, one to his farm, another to his business, 6while the rest seized his servants, treated them shamefully, and killed them. 7The king was angry, and he sent his troops and destroyed those murderers and burned their city. 8Then he said to his servants, ‘The wedding feast is ready, but those invited were not worthy. 9Go therefore to the main roads and invite to the wedding feast as many as you find.’ 10And those servants went out into the roads and gathered all whom they found, both bad and good. So the wedding hall was filled with guests. 11 “But when the king came in to look at the guests, he saw there a man who had no wedding garment. 12And he said to him, ‘Friend, how did you get in here without a wedding garment?’ And he was speechless. 13Then the king said to the attendants, ‘Bind him hand and foot and cast him into the outer darkness. In that place there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’ 14For many are called, but few are chosen.” P This is the Gospel of the Lord. C Praise to You, O Christ. 2 Sacred Tool Box Hymn of the Day: We Praise You, O God LSB 785 Sermon “Gifts worthy of thanks” Nicene Creed Page 174 Prayer of the Church Offering Offertory Hymn: Create In Me LSB 956 Service of the Sacrament This morning we will be celebrating the Lord’s Supper. If you are not a member of Lutheran Church Canada or Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, and have not had an opportunity to speak to the Pastor or an elder before communing, please feel welcome to come up during the Supper to receive a blessing. Indicate you would like a blessing by crossing your arms over your heart. If you would like to commune with us in the future, please speak to the Pastor after the service and express your holy desire. Preface Page 177 Distribution Hymns: Great Is Thy Faithfulness Oh, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing Praise and Thanksgiving LSB 809 LSB 528 LSB 789 Sing to the Lord of Harvest LSB 893 How Great Thou Art LSB 801 Thank the Lord Page 181 Recessional Hymn: Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee LAST WEEK WITH THE LORD October 5, 2014 Attendance: 137 Communion: 106 Sunday Bible Study: 10 Toddler Time: 8 Sunday School: 25 Youth: 7 LSB 803 THOSE WHO SERVE US TODAY Counters: Ushers: Comm. Assist: Acolyte: Greeters: Altar Guild: Fred & Carol Buhay, Joanne English Brent, Kelly & Hannah Leung Roger Lapointe, Chad Miller Sydney Harakal Len & Sita Schultz Trixie Wolff THIS WEEK WITH THE LORD Sunday October 12 Wednesday October 15 Thursday October 16 Friday October 17 Saturday October 18 Sunday October 19 9:00am 9:30am 9:50am 10:30am 9:00am 3:00pm 7:00pm 9:45am 12:00pm 6:00pm 10:00am 5:30pm 9:00am 9:30am 9:50am 10:30am 12:00pm Bible Study First Year Confirmation Toddler Bible Time Divine Service with Holy Communion Chapel @ BSLS Bible Study Council Meeting Pastor’s Office Hours till 12:45 Noon Prayer Service Brownie Sleep-over Brownie Sleep-over ends Doors open for Fall Supper Bible Study Sunday School/First Year Confirmation Toddler Bible Time Divine Service with Holy Communion Youth Bible Study 2014 Budget: $ 212,900.00 Less Amount Received To Date: $ 167,488.04 Offerings to Be Received: $ 45,411.96 ANNOUNCEMENTS In Our Prayers: Karen Parisien, Ted Bomback, Pastor Dale Mohr, Lorraine Stefanec, Brent Becker, Vivian Amison, Judy Penner, Frank, Jayne Putland, Wilma McGilvray, Herb Wagner, Ernie Vosper and Mildred Anderson. Baptismal Birthdays this week: Thomas Roberts, Sandra Doyle and Josua Slater. Pastor’s Blog- “Why doesn't good take away bad? “ Learn and stay connected. Visit the Pastor's blog each week http://beautifulsaviorlutheranchurch.blogspot.ca If you would like a printed copy of the blog please speak with Sandy. Beautiful Savior 1st Annual Fall Supper will take place on Saturday October 18th with doors opening at 5:30 pm. Supper will be served at 6:00 with games and entertainment to follow. Tickets are $20.00 for adults, children 7 to 11 $10.00, 6 and under are free. There are only 100 tickets being sold. To purchase tickets please speak with Sandy Doyle, Howard Slater, Sharon Lawrynuik, Juliana Tabet or Sandy Katyrynuik. If anyone requires a box of offering envelopes, please ask Lorraine Weir or Sandy Katyrynuik. Trulli will be playing pre-service music on Sunday October 19th starting at 9:45 am. Please come and listen to this fine ensemble as you prepare your heart for worship. We are filling our pantry for Thanksgiving to help those less fortunate. There is a display in the narthex with items most needed. If you are able to provide items please remove the tab. Your donation would be greatly appreciated. Anyone interested in volunteering for the lunch program at Siloam Mission on Saturday October 25th, 11:15-2:00p.m. please sign up on the sheet posted in the narthex. A group of 10 volunteers are required. There's a Place for You....alongside all other volunteers who serve at Siloam Mission to help the less fortunate. We need 4 for the drop-in and 6 for the kitchen. The Lutheran Hour – October 12th – “Thanks Be to God” (Deuteronomy 8:2-5 & Philippians 4:6-9) with Rev. Ron Mohr. Hear this inspirational message on CKJS 810 AM on Sunday at 12:30 pm. You can also hear streaming audio and pod-casts at www.lutheranhour.ca CONTINUING EDUCATION FOR THE CONFESSIONAL LUTHERAN....Issues, Etc. is a radio talk show produced by Lutheran Public Radio in Collinsville, IL and hosted by LCMS Pastor Todd Wilken. This week's topics include: The Papacy, Abraham Rescues Lot, Media Coverage of Religion, The Supreme Court & Same-Sex Marriage, The Movie "Annabelle" and more. You can listen at your convenience at www.issuesetc.org. Acknowledgments Divine Service, Setting Two from Lutheran Service Book Unless otherwise indicated, all scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a division of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Created by Lutheran Service Builder © 2006 Concordia Publishing House.