1700 Foothill Boulevard, La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011
phone: (818) 790-1951, email: [email protected],
and on the web at www.lcifoothills.org
November 2, 2014—10:00
AM
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LUTHERAN CHURCH IN THE FOOTHILLS
La Cañada Flintridge, CA
We welcome all guests to our worship service of praise and
thanksgiving! We pray that you will be blessed with God’s peace
and joy through Word and Sacrament. Please fill out a worship
registration form and pass it to the center aisle. May God bless
you and bring joy to your life.
A nursery is available on the lower level for parents with young
children. Children may find today’s Children’s Bulletin helpful in
understanding today’s message. Please ask an usher for a copy.
Worship Activity Bags are available in the Narthex/Entry.
Please return them after the service.
Children’s Church is for children ages three through sixth grade.
Please join us downstairs before the service begins.
Welcome to our new interim, Pastor Jim Bullock. He and his wife,
Nancy, live in Riverside. Pastor Jim is excited to be here and he thanks
the Lord for this opportunity to serve the folks at LCIF.
LCIF now offers a mobile version of our online giving
page to make it easy for you to give anytime from your
smart phone. Simply scan the image you see here using
your phone’s QR code reader or go to www.lcifoothills.org
and click “Online Giving” on the home page. Please drop a
reusable pew card in the offering plate to indicate you have
given electronically.
“Our vision is for you to have a dynamic relationship with God, to share his relationship with
other believers, and to invite others to join us in making Jesus known.”
Reprinted from Words for Worship, copyright 2013 Augsburg Fortress. Used by permission. Scripture quotations (except psalms) from the New
Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989 Division of Christian Education of the National Council of Churches of Christ in the USA. All
rights reserved. Used by permission.
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Gathering
Introduction
All Saints celebrates the baptized people of God, living and dead, who are the
body of Christ. As November heralds the dying of the landscape in many
northern regions, the readings and liturgy call us to remember all who have died
in Christ and whose baptism is complete. At the Lord's table we gather with the
faithful of every time and place, trusting that the promises of God will be fulfilled
and that all tears will be wiped away in the new Jerusalem.
Prelude
Sun Coe
Welcome and Announcements
Greeting with the Peace of Christ
Congregational responses are in bold.
We share the peace of reconciliation and healing with Christ and with one
another. Let us greet each other in the name of our redeemer.
Peace be with you.
Confession and Forgiveness
* Please stand if you are able.
Blessed be the holy Trinity, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen.
Let us boldly approach the throne of grace, trusting in God's mercy and love.
(Silence is kept for reflection.)
Generous and faithful God, we confess to you all the ways, known and unknown,
that we reject and undermine your steadfast love. Though you made us
your people, we treat strangers with suspicion. Though you forgave our
debts, we collect without mercy. Yet we are quick to pass judgment on
others. Have mercy on us, O God, and remember your promise to us, for
the sake of Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
The Good News of Forgiveness
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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Opening Song
For All the Saints
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#174 (LBW)
Greeting
The Lord be with you. And also with you.
Song of Praise
Glorious Day
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by Mark Anzelon
Prayer of the Day (In unison)
Almighty God, you have knit your people together in one communion in the
mystical body of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Grant us grace to follow
your blessed saints in lives of faith and commitment, and to know the
inexpressible joys you have prepared for those who love you, through
Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the
Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
The Word
First Reading: Revelation 7:9–17
The book of Revelation is written to seven churches in western Asia Minor during
a time of great oppression. Today's reading is a response to the question asked
in 6:17: "Who is able to stand?" The writer gives the faithful the assurance of
God's protection and a vision of victory.
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After this I looked, and there was a great multitude that no one could count, from
every nation, from all tribes and peoples and languages, standing before the
throne and before the Lamb, robed in white, with palm branches in their hands.
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They cried out in a loud voice, saying, "Salvation belongs to our God who is
seated on the throne, and to the Lamb!" 11And all the angels stood around the
throne and around the elders and the four living creatures, and they fell on their
faces before the throne and worshiped God, 12singing, "Amen! Blessing and glory
and wisdom and thanksgiving and honor and power and might be to our God
forever and ever! Amen." 13Then one of the elders addressed me, saying, "Who
are these, robed in white, and where have they come from?" 14I said to him, "Sir,
you are the one that knows." Then he said to me, "These are they who have
come out of the great ordeal; they have washed their robes and made them white
in the blood of the Lamb. 15For this reason they are before the throne of God, and
worship him day and night within his temple, and the one who is seated on the
throne will shelter them. 16They will hunger no more, and thirst no more; the sun
will not strike them, nor any scorching heat; 17for the Lamb at the center of the
throne will be their shepherd, and he will guide them to springs of the water of
life, and God will wipe away every tear from their eyes."
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
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Psalm: Psalm 34:1–10, 22
Let us pray this psalm responsively.
I will bless the LORD at all times;
the praise of God shall ever be in my mouth.
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I will glory in the LORD;
let the lowly hear and rejoice.
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Proclaim with me the greatness of the LORD;
let us exalt God's name together.
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I sought the LORD, who answered me
and delivered me from all my terrors.
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Look upon the LORD and be radiant,
and let not your faces be ashamed.
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I called in my affliction, and the LORD heard me
and saved me from all my troubles.
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The angel of the LORD encamps around those who fear the LORD
and delivers them.
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Taste and see that the LORD is good;
happy are they who take refuge in God!
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Fear the LORD, you saints of the LORD,
for those who fear the LORD lack nothing.
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The lions are in want and suffer hunger,
but those who seek the LORD lack nothing that is good.
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O LORD, you redeem the life of your servants,
and those who put their trust in you will not be punished.
Second Reading: 1 John 3:1–3
A saint is one who has been set apart by God for God's purposes. God, out of
divine love, set us apart to be the children of God. Our holy hope is that we shall
see God as God really is.
See what love the Father has given us, that we should be called children of God;
and that is what we are. The reason the world does not know us is that it did not
know him. 2Beloved, we are God's children now; what we will be has not yet
been revealed. What we do know is this: when he is revealed, we will be like him,
for we will see him as he is. 3And all who have this hope in him purify
themselves, just as he is pure.
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Gospel Acclamation
Alleluia
* Please stand if you are able.
by Mark Anzelon
© 2007. All Rights Reserved.
Gospel: Matthew 5:1–12
In the beatitudes, Jesus provides a unique description of those who are blessed
with God's favor. His teaching is surprising and shocking to those who seek
wealth, fame, and control over others.
A reading from the Gospel of Matthew, the fifth chapter. Glory to you, O Lord.
When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain; and after he sat down,
his disciples came to him. 2Then he began to speak, and taught them, saying:
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"Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. 4"Blessed are
those who mourn, for they will be comforted. 5"Blessed are the meek, for they will
inherit the earth. 6"Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for
they will be filled. 7"Blessed are the merciful, for they will receive mercy.
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"Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God. 9"Blessed are the
peacemakers, for they will be called children of God. 10"Blessed are those who
are persecuted for righteousness' sake, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven.
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"Blessed are you when people revile you and persecute you and utter all kinds
of evil against you falsely on my account 12Rejoice and be glad, for your reward
is great in heaven, for in the same way they persecuted the prophets who were
before you."
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ.
* Please be seated.
Sermon
Pastor Jim Bullock
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Song of the Day
Come, Thou Fount of Ev’ry Blessing
* Please stand if you are able.
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#499 (LBW)
The Apostles’ Creed (In unison)
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 into hell. 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 the People
Remembering the saints who have gone before us and giving thanks for God's
blessings, we pray for the church, all in need, and God's good creation.
A brief silence.
We pray for the whole church, gathered in word and sacrament, in prayer, praise,
and thanksgiving, to continue to bring care and blessing to all. Lord, in your
mercy, hear our prayer.
We pray for wisdom, courage, and commitment to help restore your good
creation, that clean water, air, and the fruits of the earth are available for future
generations. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
We pray for nations suffering from oppression, war, and economic uncertainty.
Raise up leaders who will work for peace. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
We pray for our sisters and brothers who are hungry and thirsty, who need
peace, who are persecuted, and all who need your healing touch through our
hands. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
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We pray for our congregation's ministries , that we continue reaching out to our
neighborhood and community to share the goodness you offer through Christ.
Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
We give thanks for all our faithful departed and the witness we see in their
faithful lives. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Receive our prayers and hopes, Good Shepherd, and bring us safely into all joy
and peace, through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Offering/Presentation of Gifts
Anthem Chorale
Offertory Response
by Mark Anzelon
Come, Take My Hand
* Please stand if you are able.
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The Meal
Words of Institution
In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, gave thanks,
broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying: Take and eat, this is my body, given
for you. Do this to remember 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 to remember me.
The Lord’s Prayer (In unison)
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 those who 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 Holy Communion
We distribute the sacrament of Holy Communion by intinction (dipping the bread
into the wine or white grape juice). Extend your hand if you receive the
Sacrament. If not, please come forward and receive a blessing.
The banquet is ready. All are welcome.
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Communion Song
Blessed Assurance
* Please stand if you are able.
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#699 (WOV)
Communion Song
Beautiful Savior
#518 (LBW)
Prayer after Communion (In unison)
O God, the host at every meal, at this table you spread out a feast for all
peoples, the bread of life and the cup of salvation. Send us from this
banquet to invite others into these good things, to let justice roll down like
waters, and to care for the least of our sisters and brothers; through Jesus
Christ, our Sovereign and our Savior. Amen.
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The Blessing
The blessing of almighty God, the Father of glory, + Jesus Christ our peace, and
the Spirit of truth, be upon you and remain with you always. Amen.
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Sending
Sending Song
O, When the Saints Go Marching In
#180 (TFF)
Dismissal
Go in peace. Christ is with you. Thanks be to God.
Postlude
Sun Coe
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Week of November 2 - 9
Sunday, November 2, 2014 - Daylight-Saving Time Ends (Did you change your clocks?)
Worship
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Sanctuary
Book Study Groups for Adults
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
Fellowship Hall/Conf Rm
Youth Group Hangout
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
Youth Room
Children's Choir Rehearsal
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM Downstairs Room 2
Worship/Children's Church
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM LCIF
La Cañada Korean Church
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Sanctuary
Monday, November 3, 2014
Kiwanis Board Meeting
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Conference Room
KAMA Choir Rehearsal
3:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Fellowship Hall
COSA
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Youth Room
ALANON
7:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Fellowship Hall
Tuesday, November 4, 2014
Men's Prayer Breakfast
7:00 AM
La Cañada McDonalds
Women's Bible Study
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Conference Room
Quilting Group
10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Downstairs Room 8
Lango
4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Downstairs Room 4
CEA
7:00 PM
Conference Room
Sons of Norway Board Meeting
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Youth Room
Wednesday, November 5, 2014
Kiwanis
7:15 AM - 8:30 AM
Fellowship Hall
ALANON
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Conference Room
Youth Group
6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Youth Room
Thursday, November 6, 2014
La Cañada Korean Church Ladies Bible Study 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM Conference Room
LCIF Youth Band Rehearsal
7:15 PM - 8:45 PM
Youth Room
Anthem Chorale
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Sanctuary
RCA
7:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Conference Room
Friday, November 7, 2014
La Cañada Korean Church Bible Study
7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Conference Room
Saturday, November 8, 2014
CEA
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Conference Room
CEA
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM Conference Room
Lango
10:00 AM - 10:45 AM Downstairs Room 4
Sunday, November 9, 2014
Worship
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Sanctuary
Book Study Groups for Adults
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
Fellowship Hall/Conf Rm
Youth Group Hangout
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM
Youth Room
Children's Choir Rehearsal
10:00 AM - 10:15 AM Downstairs Room 2
Worship/Children's Church
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM LCIF
Special Congregational Meeting
11:25 AM - 12:30 PM Fellowship Hall
La Cañada Korean Church
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Sanctuary
Talent Show
7:00 PM
Fellowship Hall
(More details about each event are available at www.lcifoothills.org.)
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Fellowship with Coffee and Treats
We invite “everyone” to a time of food, coffee and good talk after the
10 AM worship service. We meet in the Fellowship Hall go left as you leave.
SPECIAL
Join us in the Fellowship Hall NEXT
Sunday, November 9 (note date change),
after the 10 AM service to elect a call
committee. We will be looking for a group
to interview candidates, bring
recommendation to the Council, present at
a congregational meeting, and provide
periodic updates to the congregation as
they search for a new pastor to serve at
LCIF. We’ll be looking for volunteers. All
are invited to attend!
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Men’s Breakfast
Join us at 7 AM on Tuesday,
November 4, at McDonald’s in
La Cañada. All are invited!
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Women’s Bible Study
Join us Tuesday,
November 4, at 9 AM in
the Conference Room
for a time of study and sharing.
All are welcome!
Interested in an evening bible study?
Please contact Anita Stoker by email at
[email protected] or phone at
818-813-1775 or Lana Norton by email at
[email protected].
LHMF Walk for Health
November 15, 2014
The Lutheran Health Ministries of the
Foothills (LHMF) Walk for Health is being
held on November 15th at the Rose Bowl
in Pasadena. We will gather at 8 AM at
the Southern Corner of the South Lawn,
Rose Bowl: N. Arroyo Blvd. and Seco St.
Sign up to be a walker and get an
envelope then fill your envelope with
donations. For questions call Steve
Seekins at 818-378-6664 or send an email
to: [email protected] or see Renee
Brandt.
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Our Quilting Group meets
Tuesdays, from 10 AM to
2 PM in Room 8 (under
the Sanctuary). Bring a
sandwich. Coffee or tea is
provided for lunch. No experience
necessary. All are welcome!
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Anthem Chorale meets each Thursday
in the Sanctuary 7:30 PM. ALL are
welcome! (Please come!)
Meet Lutheran Church in the Foothills (LCIF)
The flowers on the altar
today are given to the
Glory of God!
If you would like to donate flowers for
the altar, please contact Yvonne
Baldwin at 818-248-0320. What a
great way to honor or remember
someone or a special event!
Our facilities and the Tower of Redemption,
representing the people of God at prayer and
praise. “I will lift up mine eyes unto the hills”
Serving Us Today
8:00 AM
Altar Guild:
Larry Anderson
LCIF AT A GLANCE
Sunday Worship Services:
8 and 10 AM
10:00 AM
Acolyte
Holy Communion is celebrated
at both services; "family-style"
at 8 AM.
Altar Guild:
Christian Education for Adults
and Youth at 9 AM.
Olivia Brandt
Frederic Brandt
Brandt Family
Ushers:
Roger Schulke
Jim Davies
Brian Spengler
Linda Spengler
Fellowship/Coffee Hour: after
the 10 AM service.
Lector:
Jane McMahon
Communion Server
Mary Schulke
Our schedule may vary on
holidays and during the
summer, so please call to
confirm worship days and
times.
Coffee Fellowship
Brandt Family
Children’s Church during the
10 AM Service.
Church Office Hours:
9 AM to 2 PM
Monday through Friday
1700 Foothill Boulevard
La Cañada Flintridge, CA 91011-2921
Phone: 818-790-1951
Email: [email protected]
Web: lcifoothills.org
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Ministers—All People of LCIF
Jim Bullock, Interim Pastor
Mark Anzelon, Anthem Chorale
Sun Coe, Pianist/Organist
Ryan Chaddick, Youth Director
Lisa Jenks, Children’s Worship
Astrid Hirsch, Nursery Attendant
Renée Brandt, Newsletter Editor
Sherry Michel, Secretary
Elsie Ford, RN 818-209-9535
(Parish Nurse)
Worship Registration Form
Welcome to
Lutheran Church in the Foothills
the “Touchdown” Church
on All Saints Sunday
November 2, 2014
Please let us know you were here and give us a chance to get to know you
better by completing this form and passing it to the end of the aisle. If you’d
prefer not to be contacted, we’ll honor that but we would like to keep our
records up to date.
NAME (S): Please list all family members present.
___________________________________________________
(If you are SURE we have your current contact information,
PLEASE skip down to the check boxes.)
Address: ___________________________________________
City/State/Zip: _______________________________________
Phone: _____________________________________________
E-mail Address: ______________________________________
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I am (We are) receiving the Sacrament of Holy Communion.
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I am (We are) interested in membership.
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I (We) desire a pastoral call.
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I am a (We are) Visitor(s).
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I am a (We are) visiting with: ________________________________ .
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Please add me (us) to the mailing list.
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Be sure to check out our Family Devotion Helps table in the Narthex/Entry. You’ll find
Devotional books, Prayer Request/Praise cards to let us know how to pray for you,
and printed prayer lists. Check it out TODAY!
We hope you are already making plans to attend our
Talent Show! We are still looking for participants and pies.
Can we count on you?
Yes, I/we will:
 participate in the Talent Show (contact Yvonne at
818-248-0320 for more info)
 bring a pie (for more information, contact Ryan at
[email protected] )
Name/s ________________________________________________