St. John’s Lutheran Church Norfolk, Nebraska 6th Sunday after Epiphany Sunday February 13, 2022 11:00 AM Pastor Randy RasmussenSUNDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2022 - 11:00 AM GATHERING TOGETHER Welcome to God’s grace — where the world’s labels don’t apply. _ Step into God’s time and presence. Hear God’s gentle whisper: “Be still and know that I am God.” Let your body and mind rest, and open your heart to God in worship and prayer. Welcome each other in the love of Christ. Extend hospitality to those new in our midst. “This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice in it” WELCOME & RINGING OF THE BELL GREETING The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. : And also with you. STAND “In Christ Alone” Vs 1-2 PRAYER “In Christ Alone” Vs 3-4 SHARING OF THE PEACE The peace of the Lord be with you always. And also with you. sIT “I Believe in Jesus” CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESSHEARING THE WORD God speaks to us in scriptures sung, read, and proclaimed. First Reading: Jeremiah 17:5-10 A reading from Jeremiah After the reading: Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 15:12-20 A reading from 1 Corinthians After the reading: Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. Stand GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Alletuia. Rejoice, and leap for joy, for surely your reward is great in heaven, Alleluia, HOLY GOSPEL: Gospel: Luke 6:17-26 A reading from the Holy Gospel according to Luke Glory to you, O Lord. The gospel of our Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. sir SERMON Pr. Randy Rasmussen “Blest Are They” ELW #728 OFFERING STAND PRAYERS OF THANKSGIVING APOSTLES’ CREEDGod feeds us with the presence of Jesus Christ. WORDS OF INSTITUTION ACCLAMATION OF FAITH Together we acclaim our faith: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again! THE LORD’S PRAYER INVITATION TO COMMUNION sit COMMUNION All are welcome to eat & drink at the Lord's Table, Jesus Christ is present in the bread & wine. Come and eat! Holy Communion is served below the altar. Following the usher’s direction, please proceed down the center aisle toward the altar. If you require a gluten-free wafer, please request one from the pastor. Red wine and white grape juice are available in each tray of cups. After communing, you may return to your seat down the side aisle. If you would like to receive the Lord's Supper where you are seated, please tell the usher, who will ensure the gills of God come to you, “The Lord’s Prayer” SHARING THE MEAL COMMUNION BLESSINGSENT FORTH TO SERVE God blesses us and sends us in mission to the world. ANNOUNCEMENTS STAND BLESSING God, who leads you in pathways of righteousness, who rejoices over you, and who calls you by name, ‘+ bless your going out and your coming in, today and forever. Amen, “Let The River Flow” SENDING Go with Christ into a weary world. Share the good news. Thanks be to God.St. John’s Lutheran Church ELCA 1300 W. Benjamin Avenue Norfolk, NE 68701 (402) 371-1985 stjohns@stjohnsnorfolk.com www.stjohnsnorfolk.com Our Mission: Disciples Through God’s Love, Celebrating In Jesus’ name. PRAYER CONCERNS: Shelli Rasmussen Brandon Matties JoAnn Berglund Jim Carter Cody Hoefer Carol Timperley Tami Darville Ken Wragge Kay & Ellen Curtis Jerry & Shirley Berney ‘Ann Schroeder Janet Farr ‘Susan Skogstoe Dan Timperley Derek Johnson Lexi Rivera Stacie Schutte Wendell Fossum Harriett Weber Keagan Sullivan Roger Peters Merle Mead Jeff Frady Eunice Deuel Keah Taylor Jesse Books Susan Hansen Gail Gubbels Family of Mary Andersen Cal Liermann Altar flowers on this 6th Sunday after Ephiphany are given by: Diane Hansen in loving memory of my husband, Marlin AND Carolyn Wilcox in loving memory of my son, Ryan Lowell Wileox Office Staff Pastor, Randy Rasmussen Youth & Family Ministries Coordinator, Shelli Rasmussen Office Manager, Cindy Nelson Custodian, Ken SchillingerTHE WEEK AHEAD MONDAY, FEBRUARY 14 7:30 pm. Solid Rock WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 16 earchers ChristCare Confirmation .Chruch Council Meeting ‘SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19 5:00 pm. Gathering Worship ‘SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 20 8:30 am. Festival Worship Sunday School Celebration Worship SHOCKED @ Cone Park/Sioux City 11:00 am... 12:00 pm. Love Bags We will be distributing Love Bags to our shut in members on Monday, February 14%. Please see the list below of items requested or give generously to the Change for Change jar and ‘We will use those monies for items not donated. Candy Individually wrapped erackers Adult coloring & puzzle books Holiday decor Pencils, pens, colored pencils Lotion, hand soap & sanitizer Lap blankets Sewing or craft kits Games or cards Stationary & postage STATISTICS Mission Emphasis in Feb.......World Hunger Attendance 2/6/22 32,42,45=119 Offerings 2/6/22. $14,188.67 WORSHIP ASSISTANTS FOR THIS WEEKEND FEBRUARY 127 & 137 Saturday, February 12 Communion-Rick Uhlir, Reader- Carolyn Vahle, Usher-Tony Uttecht Sunday, February 13", 8:30am Council/Communion-Brenda Car- hart, Reader-Duane Timperley, Usher-Gayle Short Coffee Hosts- Sunday, February 13th, 11:00am Council/Communion-Terri Denkinger WORSHIP ASSISTANTS FOR NEXT WEEKEND FEBRUARY 19™ & 20TH Saturday, February 19" Council-Tony Uttecht, Reader- Connie Hagstrom, Usher-LeRoy Ut- techt Sunday, February 20", 8:30am Council/Reader-Brenda Carhart, Communion-Duane Timperley, Ush- er-Dan Pecka Coffee Host-Carol Waggoner Sunday, February 20", 11:00am Communion-Laurie Simonsen, Read- er-Susie Westcott, SHOCKED youth group has a BIG event coming up. We are going tubing at Cone Park in Sioux City on Sunday, Feb. 20 (12-7pm). Please let Shelli or Pastor know if your youth is planning on com- ing, so that we can plan for drivers. Please, also, let us know if you would consider being a driver. (It’s a super fun day-----I promise!)| V g e JOIN US FOR A LUNCH & SILENT AUCTION BENEFITING . : the BOOKS family: . SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 27TH e LUNCH STARTING @ NOON @ St. John's Lutheran Church, 1300 West Benjamin Ave., Norfolk, NE (0 Jesse's automobile ering @ and, tly recor ay with c ‘ks ago. All proceeds will help Jess accident that happened UNMC & will be moved other expenses, Jesse will not be able to Lindsay & Hadley are staying in PLEASE CONTACT THE CHURCH OFFICE IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO DONATE AN ITEM FOR THE SILENT AUCTION. Thank you For Your Support! It's so Appreciated!