13 Nov BULLETIN – SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2022
WELCOME to MESSIAH & ST. PETER
LUTHERAN CHURCHES
ELCA Minister of Word and Service,
Deacon Kristen Barnes
Greta Wright, Music Director
Sunday, November 13, 2022
Twenty-Third Sunday after Pentecost
GREETING AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRELUDE
CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS Page 56
ENTRANCE HYMN O Savior, Precious Savior #514
1 O Savior, precious Savior,
whom yet unseen we love;
O name of might and favor,
all other names above:
we worship thee; we bless thee;
to thee alone we sing;
we praise thee and confess thee,
our holy Lord and King.
2 O bringer of salvation,
who wondrously hast wrought,
thyself the revelation
of love beyond our thought:
we worship thee; we bless thee;
to thee alone we sing;
we praise thee and confess thee,
our gracious Lord and King.
3 In thee all fullness dwelleth,
all grace and pow’r divine;
the glory that excelleth,
O Son of God, is thine.
We worship thee; we bless thee;
to thee alone we sing;
we praise thee and confess thee,
our glorious Lord and King.
4 Oh, grant the consummation
of this our song above,
in endless adoration
and everlasting love;
then shall we praise and bless thee
where perfect praises ring,
and evermore confess thee,
our Savior and our King!
APOSTOLIC GREETING Page 57
KYRIE and HYMN OF PRAISE Pages 57-60
PRAYER OF THE DAY
O God, the protector of all who trust in you, without you nothing is strong, nothing is holy. Embrace us with your mercy, that with you as our ruler and guide, we may live through what is temporary without losing what is eternal, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
FIRST READING MALACHI 4:1-2a
See, the day is coming, burning like an oven, when all the arrogant and all evildoers will be stubble; the day that comes shall burn them up, says the Lord of hosts, so that it will leave them neither root nor branch. But for you who revere my name the sun of righteousness shall rise, with healing in its wings.
PSALM 98
Sing a new song to the Lord, who has done marvelous things,
whose right hand and holy arm have won the victory.
O Lord, you have made known your victory, you have revealed your righteousness in the sight of the nations.
You remember your steadfast love and faithfulness to the house of Israel; all the ends of the earth have seen the victory of our God.
Shout with joy to the Lord, all you lands; lift up your voice, rejoice, and sing. In righteousness will the Lord judge the world.
Sing to the Lord with the harp, with the harp and the voice of song.
With trumpets and the sound of the horn shout with joy before the king, the Lord.
Let the sea roar, and all that fills it, the world and those who dwell therein.
Let the rivers clap their hands, and let the hills ring out with joy before the Lord, who comes to judge the earth.
The Lord will judge the world with righteousness and the peoples with equity.
In righteousness will the Lord judge the world.
SPECIAL MUSIC BRAD CRUM
SECOND READING 2 THESSALONIANS 3:6-13
Now we command you, beloved, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, to keep away from believers who are living in idleness and not according to the tradition that they received from us. For you yourselves know how you ought to imitate us; we were not idle when we were with you, and we did not eat anyone’s bread without paying for it; but with toil and labor we worked night and day, so that we might not burden any of you. This was not because we do not have that right, but in order to give you an example to imitate. For even when we were with you, we gave you this command: Anyone unwilling to work should not eat. For we hear that some of you are living in idleness, mere busybodies, not doing any work. Now such persons we command and exhort in the Lord Jesus Christ to do their work quietly and to earn their own living. Brothers and sisters, do not be weary in doing what is right.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Page 62
GOSPEL LUKE 21:5-19
When some were speaking about the temple, how it was adorned with beautiful stones and gifts dedicated to God, [Jesus] said, “As for these things that you see, the days will come when not one stone will be left upon another; all will be thrown down.” They asked him, “Teacher, when will this be, and what will be the sign that this is about to take place?” And he said, “Beware that you are not led astray; for many will come in my name and say, ‘I am he!’ and, ‘The time is near!’ Do not go after them. “When you hear of wars and insurrections, do not be terrified; for these things must take place first, but the end will not follow immediately.” Then he said to them, “Nation will rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom; there will be great earthquakes, and in various places famines and plagues; and there will be dreadful portents and great signs from heaven. “But before all this occurs, they will arrest you and persecute you; they will hand you over to synagogues and prisons, and you will be brought before kings and governors because of my name. This will give you an opportunity to testify. So make up your minds not to prepare your defense in advance; for I will give you words and a wisdom that none of your opponents will be able to withstand or contradict. You will be betrayed even by parents and brothers, by relatives and friends; and they will put some of you to death. You will be hated by all because of my name. But not a hair of your head will perish. By your endurance you will gain your souls.”
SERMON
HYMN of the DAY Christ, the Life of All the Living #97
1 Christ, the life of all the living,
Christ, the death of death, our foe,
Christ, yourself for me once giving
to the darkest depths of woe:
through your suff’ring, death, and merit
life eternal I inherit.
Thousand, thousand thanks are due,
dearest Jesus, unto you.
2 You have suffered great affliction
and have borne it patiently,
even death by crucifixion,
fully to atone for me;
for you chose to be tormented
that my doom should be prevented.
Thousand, thousand thanks are due,
dearest Jesus, unto you.
3 Then, for all that bought my pardon,
for the sorrows deep and sore,
for the anguish in the garden,
I will thank you evermore;
thank you for the groaning, sighing,
for the bleeding and the dying,
for that last triumphant cry,
praise you evermore on high.
PROFESSION of FAITH & APOSTLE’S CREED Page 65
PRAYERS of INTERCESSION
United with your saints across time and place, we pray for our shared world. A brief silence.
Reviving God, keep your church active in its mission and ministry. Encourage bishops, deacons, pastors, and lay leaders to risk boldly in their proclamation and fill them with wisdom and endurance for challenging times. Lord, in your mercy, receive our prayer.
Renewing God, as the northern hemisphere prepares for winter, make us mindful of the ordered beauty of your creation. Teach us to treasure cycles of rest and new life. Help us care for what you have made. Lord, in your mercy, receive our prayer.
Loving God, accompany all who make sacrifices for the sake of others. Safeguard first responders and active duty military personnel. Grant peace to veterans and heal any wounds in body, mind, or spirit. Lord, in your mercy, receive our prayer.
Healing God, your people cry out to you. Sustain doctors, nurses, and hospital personnel in their tireless work. Uphold mental health professionals and those in their care. May the sun of righteousness rise on all who are sick (especially). Lord, in your mercy, receive our prayer.
Uniting God, unite this assembly in its shared mission and ministry for the sake of the gospel. Highlight ways we can better work together and give us patience to work through disagreement. Lord, in your mercy, receive our prayer.
Consoling God, abide with all who grieve for loved ones who have died (especially). Comfort us with the promise of resurrection and new life with you. Lord, in your mercy, receive our prayer.
Accept these prayers, gracious God, and those known only to you; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
PEACE
OFFERING
OFFERTORY Page 75
LORD’S PRAYER
BENEDICTION Page 74
CLOSING HYMN Lord, Dismiss Us with Your Blessing #259
1 Lord, dismiss us with your blessing,
fill our hearts with joy and peace;
let us each, your love possessing,
triumph in redeeming grace.
Oh, refresh us; oh, refresh us,
trav’ling through this wilderness.
2 Thanks we give and adoration
for your gospel’s joyful sound.
May the fruits of your salvation
in our hearts and lives abound.
Ever faithful, ever faithful
to your truth may we be found.
3 Savior, when your love shall call us
from our struggling pilgrim way,
let no fear of death appall us,
glad your summons to obey.
May we ever, may we ever
reign with you in endless day.
DISMISSAL Page 74
POSTLUDE
Revised Common Lectionary copyright © 1992 Consultation on Common Texts. Used by permission. Prayers adapted from Sundays and Seasons, copyright © 2019, Augsburg Fortress. Used with permission. Psalm readings from Lutheran Book of Worship, copyright © 1978. Reprinted by permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual Subscription #SB160715 Other quotations from Scripture from New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright © 1989, National Council of Churches in Christ in the United States of America. Used with permission. All rights reserved.
Altar flowers at St Peter have been presented by Don and Rhonda Hentz in memory of loved ones.
Altar flowers at Messiah have been presented by Jennie and Bob Farner in memory of May Smith.
GUEST MINISTER
Please welcome ELCA Minister of Word and Service, Deacon Kristen Barnes to the pulpit this morning. She’s currently a full-time Chaplain at Holy Spirit Hospital.
PASTOR’S ABSENCE
Pastor Brody will be out of the office attending a mandatory Region 8 Synod Event, November 13th-17th. She’ll be on vacation from Tuesday, November 22nd until Sunday, December 4th. Pastor Tom Bruner will cover emergency pastoral care in the event a member and/or family experiences emergency/ life threatening hospitalization or death.
Pastor Bruner may be reached at (717) 362-9519 during the day (except Saturday) or at (717) 362-7895 after hours and Saturdays. If there is no answer, please leave a voicemail.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
WANTED: PAPER PRODUCTS AND CLEANING SUPPLIES
Northern Dauphin County Human Resources is collecting cleaning supplies such as toilet paper, paper towels, tissues, etc. Donations can be dropped off at Messiah by November 13, 2022.
HELP HURRICANE VICTIMS
A congregation member has a personal/family connection to Florida. Rev. Tammy Snyder is Executive Coordinator of Cooperative Baptist Fellowship for the state of Florida and Caribbean Islands. CBF stays in communities long after others have left as they seek out marginalized communities to assist. They look for communities who need help, but don’t make the headline news or have adequate resources. Check out https://floridacbf.org or https://www. floridacbf.org/donate.
You can also mail a check payable to CBF Florida and mail it to:
CBF Florida
P.O. Box 2556
Lakeland, Florida 33806
Thank you for your prayerful consideration.
JOINT SERVICES in 2022
November 20th, 10 AM at Messiah
December 24th, 7:30 PM at St Peter’s
December 25th, 10 AM at Messiah
Please note the exact time joint service will begin according to the dates above. On 10/30 and 12/25, a time of fellowship featuring beverages and snacks will follow.
Please mark your calendars and don’t miss out!
HOLIDAY CONCERT – NOVEMBER 20th
The musical talents of Brad Crum and Shelby Nestler and the Make Mine Country Band will again be featured in concert at 2 PM on Sunday, November 20, at the Halifax Ambulance Building. The concert will include Christmas and country music and an Elvis tribute. Refreshments will also be available.
Tickets for this event are general admission only and priced: $12 for ages 13 and up; $8 for ages 5 through 12; free for those under 5.
Proceeds benefit Messiah Lutheran Church and ministries. Contact Dianna Reed at 717-692-5317 or Judy Shomper at717-896-8547 for more information or to purchase advance tickets.
WREATHS FOR SALE
Cub Scout pack 156 is again selling Christmas wreaths this year. Orders are due November 20th. Order forms are on the front pews of each church.
The Traditional wreath is approximately 24 inches in diameter. Classic Door Charm is approximately 28 inches tall.
New this year is the Window Swag with bow. This is 36 inches in length. And lastly, they have a Seasonal cross which is nearly 24 inches tall.
Prices vary depending on preference and with or without a bow on some designs. Please look over the order forms to help out our local Cub Scout Pack 156.
HYMNALS AVAILABLE: HELP YOURSELF!
Starting in December hymn lyrics will no longer appear along with the bulletin in weekly emails. Please take the opportunity now to pick up your own copy of the green book, aka The Lutheran Book of Worship, for use at home. Copies are still available on the front pew at either church, if needed.
How would you like to follow the liturgy and turn pages in the green book while watching from home? See lyrics and read music to your favorite hymns during worship. Lutheran Books of Worship have been placed in the front of each church for you to own. Take as many as you need so there’ll be no reason not to fully participate as you watch online. Some small red Sunday school hymnals are also available. Please use and enjoy.
ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETINGS
Please plan to attend your congregation’s annual meeting. Nominations and votes are needed to elect council members, discuss proposed budgets, and conduct necessary church business. Important information will be shared and discussed at each congregational meeting.
SOUP AND SUCH
Soup & Such will be taking a break through the holiday season and will return in February.
MORE INFORMATION
Please visit our website: halifaxmessiah.church for weekly updates and archived materials, bulletins with hymn lyrics, articles, descriptions of various programs and ministries, newsletters, recorded services, text versions of sermons, a monthly calendar, and way to give online. Our 10am (and joint services) are available every week as a live streamed event via Facebook and available later in the day on YouTube. Please let us know if you watch online, have any questions, or would like to meet with the pastor in person.
We give thanks and feel blessed that you have chosen to worship with us today.
CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR NOVEMBER
13 – 23rd Sunday after Pentecost
Welcome Deacon Kristen Barnes
8:30AM Worship Service at St. Peter
10AM Worship Service at Messiah
14 – 7 PM Dart Ball
16 – 6:30 PM Ladies Aid at Messiah
17 – 7 PM Bell Choir Rehearsal
20 – CHRIST the KING SUNDAY
9:00 AM Messiah Congregational Meeting
COMBINED WORSHIP SERVICE
10 AM at Messiah
2:00 PM Holiday Concert
at Halifax Ambulance & Rescue Building
DEADLINE FOR DECEMBER NEWSLETTER
LET US PRAY
Prayer knits the waiting, expectant community together. It isn’t just for those being prayed for. It’s an act of faith where others are lifted up and entrusted to God.
Please email concerns and/or requests including your name and theirs, contact information, and a few specifics to: elsiebbrody@gmail.com or text 443-974-5558. Thank you.