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We've Come this Far By Faith

by Albert Goodson

We've come this far by faith,

leaning on the Lord;

trusting in his holy word.

He's never failed us yet.

Oh! We can't turn back,

we've come this far by faith.

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FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

JULY 6, 2014

Statement of Welcome

As God and his love reached out to all through Christ, so we at Grace of

God reach out to you without exception. And that means you!!! Christ

welcomes all who come to him. All are loved by God.

As a community of God striving to be open to all people, we at Grace of

God welcome all to join us in our Lutheran heritage as we struggle to better

understand the mysteries of God’s teachings. We believe that Christ calls us to

reconciliation and wholeness, and we believe that the Gospel is God’s gift to all

people. We are also challenged by Christ to care for, to love, to understand,

and to listen to each other, regardless of age, gender identities, race, marital

status, sexual orientation, physical and mental abilities, addictions, legal record,

national origin, economic status, station in life. We celebrate together our unity

as God’s people.

We pledge to ourselves and to all others that we will strive to live as a

reconciling people, in our life together and in our outreach to the world around

us.

Welcome to Grace of God Lutheran Church!

Reconciling Works

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About Grace of God

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 Kelly. 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. Sunday School is provided for children during worship. † About membership: We welcome people of any 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. † Office Hours: The Grace of God office is located in the CHEER Center and the hours are Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The Grace of

God phone number is: 302 947-1044. Pastor Kelly’s office hours are Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Please call if you desire an appointment at another time.

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Fourth Sunday after Pentecost

July 6, 2014

Sharing of the Community: Concerns and Blessings

GATHERING

Order for Confession and Forgiveness All may make the sign of the cross, the sign marked at baptism, as the presiding minister begins. P Blessed be the holy Trinity, + one God, abounding in steadfast love

toward us, healing the sick and raising the dead, showering us with every good gift.

C Amen. P Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another. Silence is kept for reflection. P Just and gracious God, C we come to you for healing and life. Our sins hurt others and

diminish us; we confess them to you. Our lives bear the scars of sin; we bring these also to you. Show us your mercy, O God. Bind up our wounds, forgive us our sins, and free us to love, for the sake of Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.

P The apostle Paul assures us: "When we were dead in our trespasses,

God made us alive together with Christ, nailing the record of our sins to the cross." Jesus says to you, + "Your sins are forgiven." Be at peace, and tell everyone how much God has done for you.

C Amen

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Gathering Song “Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart!”

Greeting P From God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit, One

God: grace and peace be with you all. C And also with you.

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Hymn of Praise: “All Hail the Power of Jesus Name” vs. 1 & 5

All hail the pow’r of Jesus’ name! Let angels prostrate fall; Bring forth the royal diadem, And crown him Lord of all. Bring forth the royal diadem, And crown him Lord of all. Let ev’ry kindred, ev’ry tribe on this terrestrial ball to him all majesty ascribe, and crown him Lord of all. To him all majesty ascribe, and crown him Lord of all.

Pastoral Prayer P Let us pray….

C Amen

WORD

Scripture Readings (Please refer to back of the bulletin for the scripture reading) First Reading Zechariah 9:9-12 Response after the first lesson: A The word of the Lord. C Thanks be to God.

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PSALM 145:8-14

8The LORD is gracious and full | of compassion,

slow to anger and abounding in | steadfast love. 9LORD, you are | good to all,

and your compassion is over | all your works. 10All your works shall praise | you, O LORD,

and your faithful | ones shall bless you. 11They shall tell of the glory | of your kingdom

and speak | of your power, 12that all people may know | of your power

and the glorious splendor | of your kingdom. 13Your kingdom is an everlasting kingdom;

your dominion endures through- | out all ages.

You, LORD, are faithful in all your words,

and loving in | all your works. 14The Lord upholds all | those who fall

and lifts up those who | are bowed down.

Second Reading Romans 7:15-25a (Please refer to back of the bulletin for the scripture reading)

Response after the second lesson:

A The Word of the Lord.

C Thanks be to God

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P I invite you to stand as we greet the Good News with Hallelujah’s of praise. Gospel Acclamation

Gospel (Please refer to back of the bulletin for the scripture reading)

P The Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew, the 11th chapter. C Glory to you, O Lord. P The Gospel of the Lord. C Praise to you, O Christ. Please be seated Sermon

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Hymn of the Day “Canticle of the Turning”

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APOSTLES' CREED C 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 *universal The Prayers

A Strengthened by the Spirit who gives us words to speak and hearts that

care, let us bring our hopes and needs to God who listens.

(After each petition)

A Let us pray.

C Have mercy, O God.

(Last petition) A We lift our prayers to you, God of mercy, confident that all things are in your

hands. In Jesus' name we pray. C Amen Sharing of the Peace 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.

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MEAL

Offering (Please be seated.) Offering Music Offertory Let the Vineyards be Fruitful

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Offering Prayer A Let us pray Blessed are you, O God, ruler of heaven and earth. Day by day you shower us with blessings. As you have raised us to new life in Christ, give us glad and generous hearts, ready to praise you and to respond to those in need, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord C Amen. Great Thanksgiving P The Lord be with you. C And also with you. P Lift up your hearts. C We lift them up to the Lord. P Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. C It is right to give God thanks and praise. P It is indeed right that we should at all times and in all places offer thanks and praise to you, O Lord, holy Father, through Christ our Lord; who on

this day overcame death and the grave, and by his glorious resurrection opened to us the way of everlasting life. And so, with the Church on earth and the hosts of heaven, we praise your name and join their unending hymn:

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Words of Institution 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 For as often as we eat of this bread and drink from this cup, we proclaim the Lord’s death until He comes again.

C Christ has died, Christ is risen, Christ will come again. Lord’s Prayer 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 forever. Amen

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Invitation to Communion P Christ invites you to a place of honor at this banquet. Welcome to the feast. 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. Taste and See (Repeat twice)

First Communion Hymn: Choir will sing “Loving Shepherd”

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Second Communion Hymn: “Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ”

P The body and the blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. C Amen. Prayer After Communion A Let us pray. O God, as a mother comforts her child, so you comfort your

people, carrying us in your arms and satisfying us with this food and drink, the body and blood of Christ. Send us now as your disciples, announcing peace and proclaiming that the reign of God has come near; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

C Amen SENDING Blessing P The Lord bless you and keep you.

The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you The Lord look upon you with favor and + give you peace.

C Amen

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Sending Hymn: “Borning Cry

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Announcements 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. Serve the Lord. C WE WILL! Thanks be to God.

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WEEKLY GRAPEVINE PASTOR KELLY’S SCHEDULE Please note Pastor Kelly’s office hours are Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Please call if you desire an appointment at another time. ALOHA FAREWELL LUNCHOEN We had a wonderful Aloha Farewell and Godspeed for Pastor Skip. Thanks to the work of the Transition Team. There was an abundance of food with the leftovers given to The Crisis House in Georgetown. Three of the patrons there were helpful is carrying out the many containers of food and were all looking forward to their "feast" for Sunday dinner. ARTICLES FOR THE NEWSLETTER-We are into July and need your article for the July/August Newsletter. If you have something you would like to share, please submit to Ruth via the church email or put it in her inbox on her desk. TODAY FELLOWSHIP SUNDAY- Community Care will be hosting this Sunday’s Fellowship. HARVEST SUNDAY- Please remember Harvest Sunday is next Sunday. The Grocery Club could use items for the choice table, especially items not covered by food stamps. These include personal care items and paper necessities such as toilet paper, detergent, cleaning supplies, toothpaste, deodorant…

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CONTRIBUTIONS:

June 1, 2014 General Fund: $ 4,046.00 Building Fund: 253.00 Aluminum Cans: 135.00 Stone Soup Retreat: 94.00 Capital Campaign: 600.00 Total $ 5,128.00 June 8, 2014 General Fund: $ 2,040.00 Building Fund: 52.00 Grocery Club: 26.00 Capital Campaign: 220.00 Total $ 2,338.00 June 15, 2014 General Fund: $ 983.00 Building Fund: 45.00 Pastor’s Party Fund: 20.00 Total $ 1,048.00 June 22, 2014 General Fund: $1,321.00 Building Fund: 41.00 Aluminum Cans: 116.00 Total $ 1,478.00 June 29, 2014 General Fund: $1,952.67 Ocean Point Grill: 200.00 Pastor’s Party Fund: 343.00 Building Fund: 42.00 Total $ 2,537.67

Thank you for your generous gifts

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Birthday

7/1 John Ranney 7/2 Bill Davenport 7/9 Mike Rose, Jr

7/10 Jack Schaeffer 7/10 Carole Wentworth 7/14 Audrey Schaeffer 7/26 Judy Griffin 7/28 Laura Wentworth 7/31 Bill Russell 7/31 Lynn Baglin

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Our Prayer List Please pray for these people and concerns this week: MEMBERS: † Stevenson Family † Ed Petersen † Norma Korhlenberg,sister-in-law of Larry † Elaine Boellman Carey † Dan Hensel † Baby Althea Fodera & family, friend of Ruth † Joanne Ferreri † David Thomas † Bill and Bev Russell † Doug Barber, friends of the Hess’ † Eric Lynch † Henry Bown, Iris’s brother-in-law † Randolph Logan † Bruce Long Family, cousins of Jane Moser † Larry Carey † Whitney Bullock † Mary Rindone † Patsy Abbott, friend of Grocery Club † Doris Wilkes † Christel Pehl, friend of GOGL † Mike Rose † Kimberly Jenkins’s family & friends † Carol Dispoto † Glen & Diane Logan, Randolph Logan’s † Wayne Connoley children † Jack Jordan † Matthew Wentworth, son of Alan & Carol Wentworth † Laura Hudson † Phylis Gemmill, Russ’s mother FRIENDS AND FAMILY: † Ellen & Mary Bradley Family † Blase Gavlick † Kathleen Bradley, friend of Kim Jenkins † Baby Nathan Marcom, friend of Doris Wilkes † Deckland Whitileer, Wayne Nicklas † Art Pullin, neighbor of the Fairbees † Sarah Farlow, friend of Kim Jenkins † Ken Burton, Katy’s grandson, Jane’s friend † Bob Richey, nephew of Marge † Cathy Rollins, friend of Diane Griffin † Mother of Nancy Wertz, suffering from † Matthew & Serena Steward Alzheimer’s † Elma Yoder, friend of Marilyn McMahon † Tommy Queeney & Celeste’ Jones † Stephen Vricella, Theda Blackwelder’s † Rick Hall, son-in-law of the Fairbees son-in-law † Richardo Miller, brother of Diane Griffin † Scott, Pastor Skip’s son † Jane & John Burke, friend of Smiths † Joan Ronning, friend of Wayne Nicklas † Edy and Warren Estack & family † Jeff Burnhem, friend of Eric Lynch † George Swenda, Jr, friend of Diane Griffin † Charles Fehl † Jake Frescatore, grandson of Lou & Donna † Carol Pitt, cousin of Diane Griffin † Harriet Chasereau, friend of Linda Fairbees † Nichole Dispoto, daughter-in-law † Georgenia Compton, sister of of Carol Dispoto Theda Blackwelder † Frank Connoley, Wayne’s Son † Diana, friend of Cheri Belluzzo † Charles Schnerr, friend of the † Shirley Sndyer , friend of Diane Griffin

Greenwalds † Bill & Nancy Badalla, neighbor of Kathy † Kristy & Donnie Lopez, granddaughter of Smith Ed Fairbees † Anna Mae Szenyes, sister of Ed Fairbees † The Boothman Family, friend of Ruth † Ron Lynam

If you would like someone to be put on the prayer list or taken off, please contact the office.

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR THE NEXT TWO WEEKS:

SUNDAY, JULY 6th Worship 10:00 AM; Pastor Kelly's first Sunday; Fellowship Sunday MONDAY, JULY 7th TUESDAY, JULY 8th Board of Ministry, noon @ Long Neck Diner; Board of Trustees, 7:00 PM WEDNESDAY, JULY 9th Knitting Group @ 7:00 PM in the Library THURSDAY, JULY 10th Finance Meeting @ 6:30 PM FRIDAY, JULY 11th SATURDAY, JULY 12th SUNDAY, JULY 13th Worship 10:00 AM; Harvest Sunday MONDAY, JULY 14th TUESDAY, JULY 15th Council Meeting 7:00 PM WEDNESDAY, JULY 16th Knitting Group @ 7:00 PM in the Library THURSDAY, JULY 17th FRIDAY, JULY 18th Book Club, 10:00 AM SATURDAY, JULY 19th SUNDAY, JULY 20th Worship 10:00 AM

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Serving Grace of God

Assisting Minister: Emilies Crosser Next Week: Ellen Roe Musician: Mary Ann Abella Greeters for July 13th: Larry & Cheri Belluzzo Readings for Next Sunday: Isaiah 55:10-13; Psalm 65:[1-8] 9-13;

Romans 8:1-11; Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23. Attendance for June 29th: 64 Adults 1 Child

Congregational Council Members Board of Ministries: Cheri Belluzzo, Marilyn McMahon, Dianne Scott Board of Trustees: Bob Barnes, Wayne Nicklas, Ed Petersen, Alan Wentworth Pastor: The Rev. Kelly Pensinger

The Rev. Kelly Pensinger, gogpastor@gmail.com Cell # (717) 398-8510

Ruth Adorno-Robinson Newsletter Editor and Church Secretary Church E-mail address: gogluth1@yahoo.com

Church Mailing Address: P O Box 1251, Millsboro, DE 19966 Church Phone: (302) 947-1044