Time After Epiphany
February 12, 2012
Our Lutheran tradition emphasizes Word (scripture and preaching) and Sacrament (Holy Communion and Baptism). Every Sunday we read scripture and hear a message based on scripture, and celebrate Holy Communion. We baptize at every opportunity.
All baptized Christians, including children, are invited to receive Holy Communion. If you are not baptized and would like to be, please see Pastor Judy. In the meantime, you are welcome to come forward during Communion and receive a blessing from the Pastor. Communion classes are held for all children and adults wishing to learn more about the sacrament.
† To receive Communion: The ushers will direct you to come forward. You will receive bread from the Pastor, and may then dip it in either wine (red) or grape juice (white), a practice which is call intinction. For those with allergies: wheat-free, gluten-free communion bread is available.
† About children and worship: We welcome children to worship with us or a nursery is provided. Sunday School is provided for children during worship.
† About membership: We welcome people of any Christian background to become members of Grace of God. Please speak with the Pastor if you desire to become a member. Members are received on the first Sunday of every month.
† Adult study: Adult studies are held every Sunday at 8:45am in the library, including topics on bereavement, spirituality, men and women. There are also adult studies held on Wednesday at 10:00am at the Texas Grill, in this mall, and 7:00pm in the church office in the CHEER Center. Please watch your bulletins and newsletters for information about subjects.
† Office Hours: The Grace of God office is located in the CHEER Center, and the hours are M,T,Th from 10-1. The Grace of God phone number is: 302 947-1044. Please call if you desire an appointment at another time. The Pastor’s day off is Friday.
Music and liturgy reprinted by permission of:
One License # A-714873
Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2012 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Annual License #31608
Welcome and Announcements for Worship
Musical Prelude
Gathering
Order for Confession and Forgiveness
All may make the sign of the cross in remembrance of baptism as the presiding minister begins:
P Blessed be the holy Trinity, + one God, who spoke light into creation, who calls us to listen and follow, who sends us to shine like stars.
C Amen
P Let us come before God confessing our sin.
Silence is kept for reflection.
P Holy and merciful God,
C we confess that we have sinned against our sisters and brothers and against you. We cherish the values of this world. We cause others to stumble. The earth is wounded by our excess. Have mercy, O God. Forgive us, renew us, and raise us up on eagles’ wings, that we may do your will with courage and delight. Amen.
P Hear the voice from heaven: “You are my beloved.” God gives power to the weary and strengthens the powerless. Be cleansed; be healed, for in the name of + Jesus Christ, I declare to you the forgiveness of your sins and the revealing of God’s reign.
C Amen
Gathering Hymn: When Morning Gilds the Skies
Greeting
P The grace of Jesus Christ, the mercy of the Holy One, and the Spirit of the living God be with you all.
C And also with you.
Pastoral Prayer
P Let us pray…
C Amen
(Please be seated.)
Word
Scripture Readings
Please refer to the back of the bulletin for the scripture readings.
Response after the first and second lessons:
A The word of the Lord.
C Thanks be to God.
Psalm 30
1I will exalt you, O LORD, because you have lift- | ed me up
and have not let my enemies triumph | over me.
2O LORD my God, I cried | out to you,
and you restored | me to health.
3You brought me up, O LORD, | from the dead;
you restored my life as I was going down | to the grave.
4Sing praise to the LORD, | all you faithful;
give thanks in ho- | ly remembrance. R
5God's wrath is short; God's favor | lasts a lifetime.
Weeping spends the night, but joy comes | in the morning.
6While I felt se- | cure, I said,
"I shall never | be disturbed.
7You, LORD, with your favor, made me as strong | as the mountains."
Then you hid your face, and I was | filled with fear.
8I cried to | you, O LORD;
I pleaded with | my Lord, saying,
9"What profit is there in my blood, if I go down | to the pit?
Will the dust praise you or de- | clare your faithfulness?
10Hear, O LORD, and have mer- | cy upon me;
O LORD, | be my helper." R
11You have turned my wailing | into dancing;
you have put off my sackcloth and clothed | me with joy.
12Therefore my heart sings to you | without ceasing;
O LORD my God, I will give you | thanks forever. R
Please stand as you are able.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION
P The Holy Gospel according to St.Mark the 1st chapter.
C Glory to you, O Lord.
Response after the reading of the gospel.
P The gospel of the Lord.
C Praise to you, O Christ.
Sermon
Hymn of the Day: My Faith Looks Up to Thee
Reception of New Members through Affirmation of Baptism
P Dear friends, we give thanks for the gift of baptism and for these people, one with us in the body of Christ, who are making public affirmation of their baptism.
I present ________, who desire to make public affirmation of their baptism.
Let us pray.
Merciful God, we thank you for these sisters and brothers, whom you have made your own by water and the Word in baptism. You have called them to yourself, enlightened them with the gifts of your Spirit, and nourished them in the community of faith. Uphold your servants in the gifts and promises of baptism, and unite the hearts of all whom you have brought to new birth. We ask this in the name of Christ.
C Amen.
P I ask you to profess your faith in Christ Jesus, reject sin, and confess the faith of the church.
Do you renounce the devil and all the forces that defy God?
NM I renounce them.
P Do you renounce the powers of this world that rebel against God?
NM I renounce them.
P Do you renounce the ways of sin that draw you from God?
NM I renounce them.
P Do you believe in God the Father?
ALL I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
P Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?
ALL 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.
P Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?
ALL 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.
P You have made public profession of your faith. Do you intend to continue in the covenant God made with you in holy baptism:
to live among God's faithful people,
to hear the word of God and share in the Lord's supper,
to proclaim the good news of God in Christ through word and deed,
to serve all people, following the example of Jesus,
and to strive for justice and peace in all the earth?
NM I do, and I ask God to help and guide me.
P People of God, do you promise to support these sisters and brothers and pray for them in their life in Christ?
ALL We do, and we ask God to help and guide us.
P Let us pray.
We give you thanks, O God, that through water and the Holy Spirit you give us new birth, cleanse us from sin, and raise us to eternal life.
Stir up in ______ the gift of your Holy Spirit:
the spirit of wisdom and understanding,
the spirit of counsel and might,
the spirit of knowledge and the fear of the Lord,
the spirit of joy in your presence,
both now and forever.
ALL Amen.
P Let us rejoice with this sister(s) and brother(s) in Christ.
ALL We rejoice with you in the life of baptism.
Together we will give thanks and praise to God
and proclaim the good news to all the world.
The Prayers
A As God’s beloved people made radiant by the light of Christ, let us pray for the church, the whole human family, and God’s good creation.
(After each petition)
A Hear us, O God,
C Your mercy is great.
(Last petition)
A Holy God, we lift our prayers to you in hope, entrusting all for whom we pray to your great goodness and mercy, made known to us in Jesus Christ, our Savior.
C Amen
Sharing the Peace of Christ
You are invited to greet one another in the name of Christ
P The peace of the Lord be with you always.
C And also with you.
Offering and Preparation
Please be seated. The table is prepared as the offering is received.
When all is ready, please stand as you are able.
Offering Song: I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light (verse 1 only)
Offering Prayer
A Let us pray,
C Merciful God, as grains of wheat scattered upon the hills were gathered together to become one bread so let your church be gathered together from the ends of the earth into your kingdom, for yours is the glory through Jesus Christ, now and forever. Amen.
Meal
P The Lord be with you.
C And also with you.
P Lift up your hearts.
C We lift them to the Lord.
P Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
C It is right to give our thanks and praise.
P 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 leading of a star he was shown forth to all nations; in the waters of the Jordan you proclaimed him your beloved Son, and in the miracle of water turned to wine he revealed your glory. And so, with all the choirs of angels, with the church on earth and the hosts of heaven, we praise your name and join their unending hymn:
P 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.
P Now let us pray as Jesus has taught us:
C Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins,
as we forgive those
who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours,
now and for ever. Amen.
Meal
Invitation to Communion
P Come to the table of mercy, where the feast of life is spread.
As the ministers distribute communion, they say:
The body of Christ, given for you. The blood of Christ shed for you.
The communicant may say. Amen.
1st Communion Hymn: There Is a Balm in Gilead
2nd Communion Hymn: The King of Love My Shepherd Is
At the end of the meal, please stand as you are able.
P The body and the blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace.
C Amen.
Prayer After the Meal
A Let us pray. Everlasting God, we bless you that you have brought us to the mountain top and fed us with the life and light of your Son. Send us in his name from this place to bring light into dark corners, healing where
lives are torn, and nourishment to every hungry heart, in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
C Amen.
Blessing
P God the Father, light-creator; God the Son, Light from Light; and God the Holy Spirit, light –revealer, bless you and + give you peace.
C Amen
Sending Hymn: This Little Light of Mine
Sending
A At Grace of God we are:
C Loving God, living our faith, welcoming all, and having a good time
doing it!
A Go in peace. Share the Good News! Serve the Lord!
C We will. Thanks be to God.
WEEKLY GRAPEVINE
WELCOME OUR NEW MEMBER
Please take a moment and introduce yourself to our newest member of God Lutheran Church, Salvadore Zisa. Welcome to our family! We are so glad you are here.
HARVEST SUNDAY – February 12th
We will be collecting non-perishable food for the Grocery Club “Extra’s Table” today. Please bring your donations in and place them in the baskets and bins in the back of the church. They will be included with our offerings today.
THE “CHEER CENTER” NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
The Long Neck CHEER Center needs help to deliver “Meals on Wheels” in the Long Neck area. Please contact Robin for more information.
INTERESTED IN A BOOK CLUB?
Anyone interested in joining a book club please contact Dianne Scott, 610-329-7323 or email atDianne.scott46@gmail.com.
DON’T FORGET THE MISSION BOX New total!
Thank you for your Mission Donations. Our total donation thus far is $217.50. Please feel free to empty your pockets of your change each Sunday when you enter or leave the church. We will be working in conjunction with LCMS, Southeastern District, in this disaster response: Lutherans helping Lutherans, people helping people. Checks may be made out to “Lutheran Mission Society” with an indication it is for “Long-term Disaster Response”. Thanks for your help with our new mission focus!
NOTICE ABOUT ATTENDANCE BOOKS
There are attendance books located in each row of chairs in the worship space. If you are New to Grace of God, please sign the book. We would love to send you our newsletter, or a card if you are a visitor, so be sure to include your address, zip code and phone number. If you are a member, please sign the books as we need to keep accurate records of attendance, and communion.
WHEN DOES YOUR MINISTRY MEET?
Finance Meeting: 1st Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM at CHEER Ctr.
Board of Trustees: 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM at CHEER Ctr.
Council Meeting: 3rd Tuesday of the month
Board of Ministry: TBA
Parish Life: TBA at the CHEER Center at 7:00pm.
Worship and Music at CHEER Center, TBA
Outreach: TBA, at various locations and times.
Christian Ed: Last Sunday of each month, 11:30 am.
Stewardship: Meets the first Thursday of each month at the CHEER Center.
Community Care: Meets the third Wednesday of each month prior to
Grocery Club Distribution, at the American Legion Post #28
Please add your thanks/concerns for next week’s bulletin by e-mailing -- gogluth1@yahoo.com or by contacting Pastor Judy or Norma at 947-1044. There is also a fill-in sheet on a clipboard in the back of the sanctuary Sunday morning.
Blessings for our newest member Salvadore Zisa.
Our Prayer List
Please pray for these people and concerns this week:
† Soffie Sisboski, friend of Jack Jordan
† Friends and family of Jim Dosen
† Mckenzie Gregory, granddaughter of Judi and Bob Romani
† Darlene Elliott, member
† Joan Readinger, member
† Barbara Moore, member
† Family and friends of Leo Gavlick
† Paula Glendinny, Pat Connoley’s daughter
† Bob Welsh, member
† Peg Wallace, member
† Russ Gemmill, member
† Peggy Curran, friend of Ellen Roe
† Nikki Reel, Pastors’ granddaughter
† Michael Morris, nephew of Marge Zimmerman
† Erica and Michael Sirdashney, Elaine Boellmann’s family
† Pat Connoley, member
† Frank Connoley, Wayne Connoley’s son
† Luella Davison, Grandmother of Lisa and Kevin Collins
† Bill Fidelo, friend of Joanne Ferreri and son Michael
† Shirley Kruppenback, Purchases’ Sister-in-law
† Carol and Elmer Brumley, members
† Darlene Jackson, family of Doris Wilkes
† Barb Baglin, member
† Emilie Crosser, member
† Friends and family of Ginger Hart
† Sabia Family
† Katie DiSilva, Pastor’s sister
† Tom Elmore, friend of Kim Jenkins
† Anna MacNew, sister of Paul and Barb Hoffman
† Friends and family of Genny Topper
† Noden/Hall Families
† Ron Boyce, former CHEER chef
† Peg Manning, friend of Barb Welsh
† Fiona Lamb, friend of Linda Lewis
† Jane Burke, friend of Skip and Kathy Smith
† Wendy, friend of Iris Fisher
† Barbara Hoffman, member
† Ron and Andrea Ryan Family
† David Thomas, brother-in-law of
Barb Welsh and Beverly Russell
† Bob Konschak, family of Doris Wilkes
† Phyllis Zenorini, friend of Lillian O’Neill
† Friends and family of the Copes, friends of Dianne Scott
† The Frank Joseph family
† The Scott Zombek family
† The Cini Family
† Burman Family from Texas, friend of Bette Zombek
† Sean Burke, Pat Zisa’s grandson
† The Rick Baker Family, friends of Sue Evans
† Karen Rippey, Pastors’ daughter- in-law
† Kathy Schonewise, friend of LindaLewis
Serving Grace of God
Assisting Minister: Norma Rodney, Next Week: Russ Gemmill
Musician: Mary Ann Abella
Nursery: Deonna Daisy
Greeters for February: Larry and Cherri Belluzzo
Altar Guild Feb. 5: Pat Sellers
Feb 12 – Feb 26: Linda Lewis
Readings for next week: 2 Kings 2: 1-12, Psalm 50: 1-6, 2 Corinthians 4: 3-6, Mark 9: 2-9.
Attendance for Feb. 5: 69
FEBRUARY
BIRTHDAYS
February 15 Sue Evans
February 19 Vicki Root
February 22 Allen Jox
February 23 Sue Petersen
February 23 Marilyn McMahon
February 25 Fred Zimmerman
February 26 Doris Wilkes
Pastor: The Rev. Judith Moller-Gavlick
Pastor Harry Hiltner
Church E-mail address: gogluth1@yahoo.com
Newsletter Editor: Susan Evans, GOGNewsletter@gmail.com
Church Mailing Address: P O Box 1251, Millsboro, DE 19966
Church Phone: (302) 947-1044
Church Web Site: www.goglc.org
Website Editor: Sheila Galbraith
sgalbraith2@verizon.net
All baptized Christians, including children, are invited to receive Holy Communion. If you are not baptized and would like to be, please see Pastor Judy. In the meantime, you are welcome to come forward during Communion and receive a blessing from the Pastor. Communion classes are held for all children and adults wishing to learn more about the sacrament.
† To receive Communion: The ushers will direct you to come forward. You will receive bread from the Pastor, and may then dip it in either wine (red) or grape juice (white), a practice which is call intinction. For those with allergies: wheat-free, gluten-free communion bread is available.
† About children and worship: We welcome children to worship with us or a nursery is provided. Sunday School is provided for children during worship.
† About membership: We welcome people of any Christian background to become members of Grace of God. Please speak with the Pastor if you desire to become a member. Members are received on the first Sunday of every month.
† Adult study: Adult studies are held every Sunday at 8:45am in the library, including topics on bereavement, spirituality, men and women. There are also adult studies held on Wednesday at 10:00am at the Texas Grill, in this mall, and 7:00pm in the church office in the CHEER Center. Please watch your bulletins and newsletters for information about subjects.
† Office Hours: The Grace of God office is located in the CHEER Center, and the hours are M,T,Th from 10-1. The Grace of God phone number is: 302 947-1044. Please call if you desire an appointment at another time. The Pastor’s day off is Friday.
Music and liturgy reprinted by permission of:
One License # A-714873
Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2012 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Annual License #31608
Welcome and Announcements for Worship
Musical Prelude
Gathering
Order for Confession and Forgiveness
All may make the sign of the cross in remembrance of baptism as the presiding minister begins:
P Blessed be the holy Trinity, + one God, who spoke light into creation, who calls us to listen and follow, who sends us to shine like stars.
C Amen
P Let us come before God confessing our sin.
Silence is kept for reflection.
P Holy and merciful God,
C we confess that we have sinned against our sisters and brothers and against you. We cherish the values of this world. We cause others to stumble. The earth is wounded by our excess. Have mercy, O God. Forgive us, renew us, and raise us up on eagles’ wings, that we may do your will with courage and delight. Amen.
P Hear the voice from heaven: “You are my beloved.” God gives power to the weary and strengthens the powerless. Be cleansed; be healed, for in the name of + Jesus Christ, I declare to you the forgiveness of your sins and the revealing of God’s reign.
C Amen
Gathering Hymn: When Morning Gilds the Skies
Greeting
P The grace of Jesus Christ, the mercy of the Holy One, and the Spirit of the living God be with you all.
C And also with you.
Pastoral Prayer
P Let us pray…
C Amen
(Please be seated.)
Word
Scripture Readings
Please refer to the back of the bulletin for the scripture readings.
Response after the first and second lessons:
A The word of the Lord.
C Thanks be to God.
Psalm 30
1I will exalt you, O LORD, because you have lift- | ed me up
and have not let my enemies triumph | over me.
2O LORD my God, I cried | out to you,
and you restored | me to health.
3You brought me up, O LORD, | from the dead;
you restored my life as I was going down | to the grave.
4Sing praise to the LORD, | all you faithful;
give thanks in ho- | ly remembrance. R
5God's wrath is short; God's favor | lasts a lifetime.
Weeping spends the night, but joy comes | in the morning.
6While I felt se- | cure, I said,
"I shall never | be disturbed.
7You, LORD, with your favor, made me as strong | as the mountains."
Then you hid your face, and I was | filled with fear.
8I cried to | you, O LORD;
I pleaded with | my Lord, saying,
9"What profit is there in my blood, if I go down | to the pit?
Will the dust praise you or de- | clare your faithfulness?
10Hear, O LORD, and have mer- | cy upon me;
O LORD, | be my helper." R
11You have turned my wailing | into dancing;
you have put off my sackcloth and clothed | me with joy.
12Therefore my heart sings to you | without ceasing;
O LORD my God, I will give you | thanks forever. R
Please stand as you are able.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION
P The Holy Gospel according to St.Mark the 1st chapter.
C Glory to you, O Lord.
Response after the reading of the gospel.
P The gospel of the Lord.
C Praise to you, O Christ.
Sermon
Hymn of the Day: My Faith Looks Up to Thee
Reception of New Members through Affirmation of Baptism
P Dear friends, we give thanks for the gift of baptism and for these people, one with us in the body of Christ, who are making public affirmation of their baptism.
I present ________, who desire to make public affirmation of their baptism.
Let us pray.
Merciful God, we thank you for these sisters and brothers, whom you have made your own by water and the Word in baptism. You have called them to yourself, enlightened them with the gifts of your Spirit, and nourished them in the community of faith. Uphold your servants in the gifts and promises of baptism, and unite the hearts of all whom you have brought to new birth. We ask this in the name of Christ.
C Amen.
P I ask you to profess your faith in Christ Jesus, reject sin, and confess the faith of the church.
Do you renounce the devil and all the forces that defy God?
NM I renounce them.
P Do you renounce the powers of this world that rebel against God?
NM I renounce them.
P Do you renounce the ways of sin that draw you from God?
NM I renounce them.
P Do you believe in God the Father?
ALL I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
P Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?
ALL 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.
P Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?
ALL 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.
P You have made public profession of your faith. Do you intend to continue in the covenant God made with you in holy baptism:
to live among God's faithful people,
to hear the word of God and share in the Lord's supper,
to proclaim the good news of God in Christ through word and deed,
to serve all people, following the example of Jesus,
and to strive for justice and peace in all the earth?
NM I do, and I ask God to help and guide me.
P People of God, do you promise to support these sisters and brothers and pray for them in their life in Christ?
ALL We do, and we ask God to help and guide us.
P Let us pray.
We give you thanks, O God, that through water and the Holy Spirit you give us new birth, cleanse us from sin, and raise us to eternal life.
Stir up in ______ the gift of your Holy Spirit:
the spirit of wisdom and understanding,
the spirit of counsel and might,
the spirit of knowledge and the fear of the Lord,
the spirit of joy in your presence,
both now and forever.
ALL Amen.
P Let us rejoice with this sister(s) and brother(s) in Christ.
ALL We rejoice with you in the life of baptism.
Together we will give thanks and praise to God
and proclaim the good news to all the world.
The Prayers
A As God’s beloved people made radiant by the light of Christ, let us pray for the church, the whole human family, and God’s good creation.
(After each petition)
A Hear us, O God,
C Your mercy is great.
(Last petition)
A Holy God, we lift our prayers to you in hope, entrusting all for whom we pray to your great goodness and mercy, made known to us in Jesus Christ, our Savior.
C Amen
Sharing the Peace of Christ
You are invited to greet one another in the name of Christ
P The peace of the Lord be with you always.
C And also with you.
Offering and Preparation
Please be seated. The table is prepared as the offering is received.
When all is ready, please stand as you are able.
Offering Song: I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light (verse 1 only)
Offering Prayer
A Let us pray,
C Merciful God, as grains of wheat scattered upon the hills were gathered together to become one bread so let your church be gathered together from the ends of the earth into your kingdom, for yours is the glory through Jesus Christ, now and forever. Amen.
Meal
P The Lord be with you.
C And also with you.
P Lift up your hearts.
C We lift them to the Lord.
P Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
C It is right to give our thanks and praise.
P 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 leading of a star he was shown forth to all nations; in the waters of the Jordan you proclaimed him your beloved Son, and in the miracle of water turned to wine he revealed your glory. And so, with all the choirs of angels, with the church on earth and the hosts of heaven, we praise your name and join their unending hymn:
P 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.
P Now let us pray as Jesus has taught us:
C Our Father in heaven,
hallowed be your name,
your kingdom come,
your will be done
on earth as in heaven.
Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins,
as we forgive those
who sin against us.
Save us from the time of trial
and deliver us from evil.
For the kingdom, the power,
and the glory are yours,
now and for ever. Amen.
Meal
Invitation to Communion
P Come to the table of mercy, where the feast of life is spread.
As the ministers distribute communion, they say:
The body of Christ, given for you. The blood of Christ shed for you.
The communicant may say. Amen.
1st Communion Hymn: There Is a Balm in Gilead
2nd Communion Hymn: The King of Love My Shepherd Is
At the end of the meal, please stand as you are able.
P The body and the blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace.
C Amen.
Prayer After the Meal
A Let us pray. Everlasting God, we bless you that you have brought us to the mountain top and fed us with the life and light of your Son. Send us in his name from this place to bring light into dark corners, healing where
lives are torn, and nourishment to every hungry heart, in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
C Amen.
Blessing
P God the Father, light-creator; God the Son, Light from Light; and God the Holy Spirit, light –revealer, bless you and + give you peace.
C Amen
Sending Hymn: This Little Light of Mine
Sending
A At Grace of God we are:
C Loving God, living our faith, welcoming all, and having a good time
doing it!
A Go in peace. Share the Good News! Serve the Lord!
C We will. Thanks be to God.
WEEKLY GRAPEVINE
WELCOME OUR NEW MEMBER
Please take a moment and introduce yourself to our newest member of God Lutheran Church, Salvadore Zisa. Welcome to our family! We are so glad you are here.
HARVEST SUNDAY – February 12th
We will be collecting non-perishable food for the Grocery Club “Extra’s Table” today. Please bring your donations in and place them in the baskets and bins in the back of the church. They will be included with our offerings today.
THE “CHEER CENTER” NEEDS VOLUNTEERS
The Long Neck CHEER Center needs help to deliver “Meals on Wheels” in the Long Neck area. Please contact Robin for more information.
INTERESTED IN A BOOK CLUB?
Anyone interested in joining a book club please contact Dianne Scott, 610-329-7323 or email atDianne.scott46@gmail.com.
DON’T FORGET THE MISSION BOX New total!
Thank you for your Mission Donations. Our total donation thus far is $217.50. Please feel free to empty your pockets of your change each Sunday when you enter or leave the church. We will be working in conjunction with LCMS, Southeastern District, in this disaster response: Lutherans helping Lutherans, people helping people. Checks may be made out to “Lutheran Mission Society” with an indication it is for “Long-term Disaster Response”. Thanks for your help with our new mission focus!
NOTICE ABOUT ATTENDANCE BOOKS
There are attendance books located in each row of chairs in the worship space. If you are New to Grace of God, please sign the book. We would love to send you our newsletter, or a card if you are a visitor, so be sure to include your address, zip code and phone number. If you are a member, please sign the books as we need to keep accurate records of attendance, and communion.
WHEN DOES YOUR MINISTRY MEET?
Finance Meeting: 1st Thursday of the month at 7:00 PM at CHEER Ctr.
Board of Trustees: 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:00 PM at CHEER Ctr.
Council Meeting: 3rd Tuesday of the month
Board of Ministry: TBA
Parish Life: TBA at the CHEER Center at 7:00pm.
Worship and Music at CHEER Center, TBA
Outreach: TBA, at various locations and times.
Christian Ed: Last Sunday of each month, 11:30 am.
Stewardship: Meets the first Thursday of each month at the CHEER Center.
Community Care: Meets the third Wednesday of each month prior to
Grocery Club Distribution, at the American Legion Post #28
Please add your thanks/concerns for next week’s bulletin by e-mailing -- gogluth1@yahoo.com or by contacting Pastor Judy or Norma at 947-1044. There is also a fill-in sheet on a clipboard in the back of the sanctuary Sunday morning.
Blessings for our newest member Salvadore Zisa.
Our Prayer List
Please pray for these people and concerns this week:
† Soffie Sisboski, friend of Jack Jordan
† Friends and family of Jim Dosen
† Mckenzie Gregory, granddaughter of Judi and Bob Romani
† Darlene Elliott, member
† Joan Readinger, member
† Barbara Moore, member
† Family and friends of Leo Gavlick
† Paula Glendinny, Pat Connoley’s daughter
† Bob Welsh, member
† Peg Wallace, member
† Russ Gemmill, member
† Peggy Curran, friend of Ellen Roe
† Nikki Reel, Pastors’ granddaughter
† Michael Morris, nephew of Marge Zimmerman
† Erica and Michael Sirdashney, Elaine Boellmann’s family
† Pat Connoley, member
† Frank Connoley, Wayne Connoley’s son
† Luella Davison, Grandmother of Lisa and Kevin Collins
† Bill Fidelo, friend of Joanne Ferreri and son Michael
† Shirley Kruppenback, Purchases’ Sister-in-law
† Carol and Elmer Brumley, members
† Darlene Jackson, family of Doris Wilkes
† Barb Baglin, member
† Emilie Crosser, member
† Friends and family of Ginger Hart
† Sabia Family
† Katie DiSilva, Pastor’s sister
† Tom Elmore, friend of Kim Jenkins
† Anna MacNew, sister of Paul and Barb Hoffman
† Friends and family of Genny Topper
† Noden/Hall Families
† Ron Boyce, former CHEER chef
† Peg Manning, friend of Barb Welsh
† Fiona Lamb, friend of Linda Lewis
† Jane Burke, friend of Skip and Kathy Smith
† Wendy, friend of Iris Fisher
† Barbara Hoffman, member
† Ron and Andrea Ryan Family
† David Thomas, brother-in-law of
Barb Welsh and Beverly Russell
† Bob Konschak, family of Doris Wilkes
† Phyllis Zenorini, friend of Lillian O’Neill
† Friends and family of the Copes, friends of Dianne Scott
† The Frank Joseph family
† The Scott Zombek family
† The Cini Family
† Burman Family from Texas, friend of Bette Zombek
† Sean Burke, Pat Zisa’s grandson
† The Rick Baker Family, friends of Sue Evans
† Karen Rippey, Pastors’ daughter- in-law
† Kathy Schonewise, friend of LindaLewis
Serving Grace of God
Assisting Minister: Norma Rodney, Next Week: Russ Gemmill
Musician: Mary Ann Abella
Nursery: Deonna Daisy
Greeters for February: Larry and Cherri Belluzzo
Altar Guild Feb. 5: Pat Sellers
Feb 12 – Feb 26: Linda Lewis
Readings for next week: 2 Kings 2: 1-12, Psalm 50: 1-6, 2 Corinthians 4: 3-6, Mark 9: 2-9.
Attendance for Feb. 5: 69
FEBRUARY
BIRTHDAYS
February 15 Sue Evans
February 19 Vicki Root
February 22 Allen Jox
February 23 Sue Petersen
February 23 Marilyn McMahon
February 25 Fred Zimmerman
February 26 Doris Wilkes
Pastor: The Rev. Judith Moller-Gavlick
Pastor Harry Hiltner
Church E-mail address: gogluth1@yahoo.com
Newsletter Editor: Susan Evans, GOGNewsletter@gmail.com
Church Mailing Address: P O Box 1251, Millsboro, DE 19966
Church Phone: (302) 947-1044
Church Web Site: www.goglc.org
Website Editor: Sheila Galbraith
sgalbraith2@verizon.net
