Ascension St. Matthew's Church
522 North Homestead Blvd, Price, UT 84501 [435-637-0106]
Office: [email protected] Pastor: [email protected] http://www.asmprice.net
October 26, 2014 + REFORMATION SUNDAY
INTRODUCTION to the Day
On this day we celebrate the heart of our faith: the gospel of Christ that makes us free! We give
thanks for the sixteenth-century Reformation that brought renewal to the church. We also pray
that the Holy Spirit continues to unite the church in its witness to the world. In the waters of
baptism we are one body and pray for the day when all Christians are one at the Lord's table.
On this Reformation Sunday we remember Philipp Nicolai, Johann Heermann, Paul Gerhardt;
hymn writers in 17th century Germany. Nicolai, a pastor, lost 1,300 parishioners to plague, 170 in
one week. Heermann's hymns often express the emotions of faith. Gerhardt, perhaps the
greatest Lutheran hymnwriter, was a pastor in Berlin.
This is our Order of Worship. The community's Responses are printed in BOLD italics.
Restrooms are down the hall to the right. Please turn off cell phones while in the sanctuary.
Worship Leaders for October 26, Reformation Sunday
Don Phillips, Lector
Altar Guild, Altar Guild
Linda Drury, Malea Sweet, Chalices
Mary Phillips, Greeter
Laura Allred, Lydia Peterson, Ushers
Pastor Jim, Musician & Presiding Minister
Pam Adams, Prayers
+WELCOME, ANNOUNCEMENTS, GIDEONS INTERNATIONAL+
+GATHERING+
CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS
+The assembly faces the font. All may make the sign of the cross.+
Blessed be the holy Trinity, + one God, the Sovereign over all the earth, the Wisdom from on
high, our merciful Judge and Savior. Amen.
Let us boldly approach the throne of grace, trusting in God's mercy and love.
+Silence for reflection.+
Generous and faithful God, we confess to you all the ways we reject your steadfast love.
Though you made us your people, we treat strangers with suspicion.
Though you forgave our debts, we collect without mercy.
Though you offer us the freedom of forgiveness, we are quick to pass judgment on others.
Have mercy on us. Remember your promise to us, for the sake of Christ our Lord. Amen.
The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God will stand forever. Through the
living Word, + Jesus Christ, God forgives your every debt, your every sin, and gives you a new
heart and a new spirit. Amen.
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THE GATHERING HYMN All Are Welcome ELW 641
THE PRAYER OF THE DAY
The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
Let us pray. (brief pause) Almighty God, your Holy Spirit renews the church in every age. Pour
out your Holy Spirit on your faithful people. Keep us steadfast in your word, protect us in times
of trial, defend us against all enemies of the gospel, and bestow on the us your saving peace,
through Christ Lord. Amen.
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Through the living Word, + Jesus Christ, God gives us new hearts and renews our spirit. The
Peace of our living Lord be always with you. And also with you.
+The congregation shares the peace.+
+Please be seated.+
+WORD+
FIRST READING: Jeremiah 31:31–34
The renewed covenant will not be breakable, but like the old covenant it will expect the people
to live upright lives. To know the Lord means that one will defend the poor and needy. The
renewed covenant is possible because the Lord forgives iniquity and will not remember sin.
31The
days are surely coming, says the LORD, when I will make a new covenant with the house of
Israel and the house of Judah. 32It will not be like the covenant that I made with their ancestors
when I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt — a covenant that they
broke, though I was their husband, says the LORD. 33But this is the covenant that I will make with
the house of Israel after those days, says the LORD: I will put my law within them, and I will write
it on their hearts; and I will be their God, and they shall be my people. 34No longer shall they
teach one another, or say to each other, "Know the LORD," for they shall all know me, from the
least of them to the greatest, says the LORD; for I will forgive their iniquity, and remember their
sin no more.
PSALM (ELW): Psalm 46
1God is our refuge and strength,
a very present help in trouble.
2Therefore
we will not fear, though the earth be moved,
and though the mountains shake in the depths of the sea;
3though
its waters rage and foam,
and though the mountains tremble with its tumult.
4There
5God
is a river whose streams make glad the city of God,
the holy habitation of the Most High.
is in the midst of the city; it shall not be shaken;
God shall help it at the break of day.
6The
nations rage, and the kingdoms shake;
7The
LORD of hosts is with us;
God speaks, and the earth melts away.
the God of Jacob is our stronghold.
8Come
now, regard the works of the LORD,
what desolations God has brought upon the earth;
9behold
the one who makes war to cease in all the world;
who breaks the bow, and shatters the spear, and burns the shields with fire.
10"Be
still, then, and know that I am God;
11The
LORD of hosts is with us;
I will be exalted among the nations; I will be exalted in the earth."
the God of Jacob is our stronghold.
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SECOND READING: Romans 3:19–28
Paul's words stand at the heart of the preaching of Martin Luther and the other Reformation
leaders. No human beings make themselves right with God through works of the law. We are
brought into a right relationship with God through the divine activity centered in Christ's death.
This act is a gift of grace that liberates us from sin and empowers our faith in Jesus Christ.
19Now
we know that whatever the law says, it speaks to those who are under the law, so that
every mouth may be silenced, and the whole world may be held accountable to God. 20For "no
human being will be justified in his sight" by deeds prescribed by the law, for through the law
comes the knowledge of sin.
21But now, apart from law, the righteousness of God has been disclosed, and is attested
by the law and the prophets, 22the righteousness of God through faith in Jesus Christ for all who
believe. For there is no distinction, 23since all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God;
24they are now justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption that is in Christ Jesus,
25whom God put forward as a sacrifice of atonement by his blood, effective through faith. He
did this to show his righteousness, because in his divine forbearance he had passed over the sins
previously committed; 26it was to prove at the present time that he himself is righteous and that
he justifies the one who has faith in Jesus.
27Then what becomes of boasting? It is excluded. By what law? By that of works? No, but
by the law of faith. 28For we hold that a person is justified by faith apart from works prescribed
by the law.
The Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
+Please stand as you are able for the Acclamation and the Gospel Reading.+
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION (Sung)
(Pastor Jim sings the Acclamation the first time. The people join on the second time.)
Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia.
If you continue in my word, you are truly my disciples,
You will know the truth, the truth will set you free.
Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia. Alleluia. (from John 8:31-32)
GOSPEL: John 8:31–36
The holy gospel of our Savior Jesus Christ according to Saint Matthew.
Glory to you, O Lord.
31Then
Jesus said to the Jews who had believed in him, "If you continue in my word, you are truly
my disciples; 32and you will know the truth, and the truth will make you free." 33They answered
him, "We are descendants of Abraham and have never been slaves to anyone. What do you
mean by saying, 'You will be made free'?"
34Jesus answered them, "Very truly, I tell you, everyone who commits sin is a slave to sin.
35The slave does not have a permanent place in the household; the son has a place there forever.
36So if the Son makes you free, you will be free indeed.
The Gospel of the Lord.
Praise to you, O Christ.
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The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
Let us pray. Let the words of our mouths and the meditations of our hearts be acceptable in your
sight, O Lord, our strength and our salvation. Amen.
+Please be seated.+
Sermon
+Please stand as you are able.+
THE HYMN LET US TALENTS AND TONGUES EMPLOY ELW 674
THE CONFESSION OF FAITH
God has made us children of the kingdom through Christ's life, death and Resurrection. Living
together in trust and hope we confess our faith.
We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen
and unseen.
We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the
Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one
Being with the Father; through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came
down from heaven, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary and became truly
human. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On
the third day he rose again in accordance with the scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is
seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the
dead, and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father
and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who has spoken
through the prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic church. We acknowledge
one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of
the world to come. Amen.
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"O Lord, Hear My Prayer" ELW 751 (sung)
+The celebrant invites persons celebrating birthdays or anniversaries to the altar for a blessing.+
Birthdays: Debbie Jim, Melanie Wilmonen, Peter Legner, Heidi Solokis, Audrey Misner
THE PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION
+The presiding minister says,+
With the people of God in Christ Jesus, we pray for the church, all in need, and God's creation.
+The assisting lay minister continues,+
Make us free to be the church in the world. Form our ministry in ways that create new life, hope,
and grace for all in need. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.
Make us free to be brothers and sisters. Help us see the image of Christ in all our neighbors.
Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.
Make us free to be healthy. Give respite to caregivers and compassion to medical workers. Hear
us, O God. Your mercy is great.
Make us free to be people of purpose. Help us let go of that which keeps us stuck and guide us
to be faithful witnesses for the sake of the gospel. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.
Make us free to join our voices with the saints, especially Philipp Nicolai, Johann Heermann,
Paul Gerhardt, the men and women of the Reformation. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.
Make us free to be fearless in our prayers for the parents and grand parents of Olivia Grace
Krieger,Victims of Carbon County Floods, Ina, Jennifer Neilson, Jenn and John Anzivino, Jamie
Sicilia, Lydia Peterson, Frederick Wingate, Mary Phillips, Shaun Powell, Marie Smith, Arlene
Clark, Cliff Holley, Josh Labahn, Jerry Marrs' sister-in-law Kim, her children Amanda and Jake,
Henry and Marilyn Scorzato, Delbert Mitchell, Jesus Olívas, Robert Slama, Roy McKendrick,
Neyland Price, Richard & Sally Maryboy, Jerry Marrs and family, Joao Elvino & Tereza Gornati.
Are there others?
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(The names of those for whom we have concerns are be spoken out loud for the assembly.)
The presiding minister concludes the prayers with the Collect for Ascension St. Matthew's.
Lord, we give you thanks for Saint Matthew and all your disciples on whom you poured out your
Spirit. As we await your coming again in glory, keep us covered in grace, blessed by love, and
filled with hope. Keep us constantly prepared to welcome all in your name. And as you so
generously fill us with all good things, inspire us to be more generous with all in need. Amen.
+Please be seated.+
+MEAL+
THE HYMN WILL YOU LET ME BE YOUR SERVANT ELW 659
+Please stand as you are able as we bring all our offerings to the Table .+
THE OFFERING PRAYER
Merciful God, as grains of wheat scattered upon the hills are gathered together to become one
bread, as grapes harvested are pressed to become one cup, so let your church be gathered
together from the ends of the earth into your kingdom, through Christ our Lord. Amen.
DOXOLOGY
All people that on earth do dwell, sing to the Lord with cheerful voice.
Him serve with mirth, his praise forth tell. Come ye before him and rejoice.
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise him, all creatures here below;
Praise him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
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THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
The Lord be with you. And also with you.
Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise.
It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks
and praise to you, almighty and merciful God, through our Savior Jesus Christ. By the witness of
the saints you show us the hope of our calling, and strengthen us to run the race set before us,
that we may delight in your mercy and rejoice with all the saints in glory.
And so, with Martin Luther, Philipp Nicolai, Johann Heermann, Paul Gerhardt, and all the saints,
with the choirs of angels and the hosts of heaven, we praise your name and join their unending
hymn: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory.
Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is the One who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the
highest. Hosanna in the highest.
THE PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself; and, when we had fallen
into sin and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent Jesus Christ, your only
and eternal Son, to share our human nature, to live and die as one of us, to reconcile us to you,
the God and Father of all. He stretched out his arms upon the cross, and offered himself, in
obedience to your will, a perfect sacrifice for the whole world.
On the night he was handed over to suffering and death, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and
when he had given thanks to you, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, and said, “Take, eat:
This is my Body, which is given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.”
After supper he took the cup of wine; and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and
said, “Drink this, all of you: This is my Blood of the new Covenant, which is shed for you and for
many for the forgiveness of sins. Whenever you drink it, do this for the remembrance of me.”
Therefore let us proclaim the mystery of faith: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come
again.
We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and
thanksgiving. Recalling Christ's death, resurrection, and ascension, we offer you these gifts.
Sanctify them by your Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son, the holy
food and drink of new and unending life in him.
Sanctify us also that we may faithfully receive this holy Sacrament, and serve you in unity,
constancy, and peace; and at the last day bring us with all your saints into the joy of your eternal
kingdom. All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ. By him, and with him, and in him, in the
unity of the Holy Spirit all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and for ever. Amen.
Hear us, O God, and keep teaching us to pray:
Brazilian Portuguese
Pai Nosso, que estás no céu; Santificado seja o Teu Nome; Venha o Teu Reino; Seja feita a Tua
Vontade; Assim na terra como no céu; O pão nosso de cada dia nos dai hoje; E perdoai as nossas
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dívidas; Assim como nós perdoamos os nossos devedores; E não nos deixes cair em tentação;
Mas livrai-nos do mal; Pois Teu é o Reino; O Poder e a Glória; Para sempre; Amém!
Spanish
Padre nuestro que estás en los cielos, santificado sea tu nombre; venga a nos tu reino; hágase tu
voluntad, así en la tierra como en el cielo; el pan nuestro de cada día, dánoslo hoy; y perdónanos
nuestras deudas así como nosotros perdonamos a nuestros deudores; y no nos dejes caer en la
tentación; mas líbranos del mal. Porque tuyo es el reino, el poder y la Gloria por los siglos de los
siglos. Amén.
German
Vater unser, der du bist im Himmel, geheiligt werde dein Name, dein Reich komme, dein Wille
geschehe, wie im Himmel, also auch auf Erden. Unser taeglich Brot gib uns heute, und vergib
uns unsere Schuld wie wir vergeben unseren Schuldigern, und fuehre uns nicht in Versuchung,
sondern erloese uns von dem Uebel. Denn dein ist das Reich und die Kraft und die Herrlichkeit,
in Ewigkeit. Amen.
Navajo
Kót'éego sodado[zin: NihiTaa' y1'22shdi hon7l0onii, n7zhi' diyingo 0olzin le', Bee n0h0lon7ihii
n11sg00 k'ee'22 yilzhish le'.
!1d00 bee 7inin7zinii t'11 y1'22shdi 11n7[7gi 1t'4ego nahasdz11n bik1a'gi 11nfi[ le'. Ch'iy11n t'11
1kw77 j9 niha'iy7[ts0d7g77 j9 nihaa n11din.
!1d00 t'11 nihich'8' b22h1gi 1daan7i[ii b1 y00'adahidiit'aah7gi at'4ego nich'j' nida'ayiilz7h7g77 nih1
y00'ahidf'aah. !1d00 nih7 hod7n0ohj8' nihi'00[n77h l1go, nidi b22h1gi 1t'4ii bits'32j8' yisd1nihiy7n77[.
H11l1 ah0y4el'11g00 ni t'47 n0h0ln77h 11d00 t'1adoo bee n0odziil7 da, 7nda ay00 1n7t'4. T'11 1k0t'4e
doo.
Our Father who art in heaven, Hallowed be thy name.
Thy kingdom come, thy will be done. Hallowed be thy name.
As in heaven so on the earth. Hallowed be thy name.
Give us this day our daily bread, Hallowed be thy name
All our sins forgive, Oh Father, Hallowed be thy name
As we forgive those who sin against us. Hallowed be thy name
And lead us not into temptation, Hallowed be thy name.
But deliver us from all that is evil. Hallowed be thy name
For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory, Hallowed be thy name.
Forever and forever more. Hallowed be thy name
Amen, Amen, it shall be so. Hallowed be thy name
Amen, Amen, it shall be so. Hallowed be thy, Hallowed be thy, Hallowed be thy name.
+The presiding minister breaks the bread and bids the Assembly,+
Alleluia. Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us;
Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.
The Gifts of God for the People of God. Take them in remembrance that Christ died for you, and
feed on him in your hearts by faith, with thanksgiving.
+Please be seated.+
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LAMB OF GOD (Sung to pastor's tune)
Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us, dear Lord, have mercy on us.
Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us, dear Lord, have mercy on us.
Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; grant us your peace, dear Lord, grant us your
peace.
NOTES ON COMMUNION
You may eat the wafer and drink from the Wine or the small chalice of grape juice; you may dip
the wafer into the cup before eating it. If you drink from the cup, guide the cup to your lips by
placing your fingertips at the base of the cup. If you desire a blessing, place your arms crosswise
against your chest. In our fellowship we remain at the altar until the Presiding Minister dismisses
us.
+SENDING+
POST-COMMUNION PRAYER
O Lord, our host; you spread a feast for us, the bread of life and the cup of salvation. Send us
now to invite others to share this meal, and to care for the least of our sisters and brothers.
Amen.
SENDING HYMN I LOVE TO TELL THE STORY ELW 661
I love to tell the story of unseen things above,
of Jesus and his glory, of Jesus and his love.
I love to tell the story, because I know it's true;
it satisfies my longings as nothing else would do.
REFRAIN
I love to tell the story; 'twill be my theme in glory
to tell the old, old story of Jesus and his love.
I love to tell the story: how pleasant to repeat
what seems, each time I tell it, more wonderfully sweet!
I love to tell the story, for some have never heard
the message of salvation from God's own holy word. REFRAIN
I love to tell the story, for those who know it best
seem hungering and thirsting to hear it like the rest.
And when, in scenes of glory, I sing the new, new song,
I'll sing the old, old story that I have loved so long. REFRAIN
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BENEDICTION
+The people sing with Pastor Jim the second time through.+
May the Lord bless us and keep us.
May the Lord's face shine on us.
May the Lord be gracious to us.
May the Lord look on us and give us peace. Amen. Amen. Amen. Amen.
DISMISSAL
Go in peace. Serve the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE
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