Do You Really Think You Are Good?

Peace Lutheran Church 2090 Commerce Drive

North Mankato, MN 56003

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Peace Lutheran Church Evangelical Lutheran Synod

“Proclaim the wonders God has done!”

Pastor Timothy Hartwig

Church Office: 507-385-1386

Cell Phone: 507-382-6826

Email: pastorhartwig@gmail.com Website: peacemankato.com

Jesus’ Lambs at Peace Preschool

Teacher/Director: Joslyn Moldstad

Phone: 507-385-7752

Email: joslynmoldstad@gmail.com

Divine Service Sunday – 8:30 & 10:45 AM

February 12, 2017 Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany

Welcome to Peace! – The purpose of our congregation is to worship God, who gives life through Word and Sacrament; to serve one another in love and fellowship; and to proclaim forgiveness and salvation to all through Jesus Christ alone.

Before Worship As you prepare to worship your Lord today, spend a few quiet minutes in prayer before the service. Review the lessons, the service notes, and pray this prayer:

Prayer of the Day Lord God, in mercy receive the prayers of your people. Grant them the wisdom to know the things that please You and the grace and power always to accomplish them; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

For the Children A Cry-Room is available if your little ones need a moment. It is the first room on the left as you walk into the church building. Sound and video are piped into the room to enable you to hear and see the service.

Facilities Restrooms are located down the hall and on the right side.

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The Divine Service with Holy Communion Rite 2, p. 60

Opening Hymn: #224, “The Only Son from Heaven”

The Invocation P: In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.

The Confession of Sin P: Beloved in the Lord! Let us draw near with a true heart and confess our sins to God,

our Father, beseeching Him in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to grant us forgiveness.

P: I said, I will confess my transgressions to the Lord;

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P: Let us bow before the Lord and confess our sins.

C: O almighty God, merciful Father, I a poor, miserable sinner, confess to You all my sins and iniquities with which I have ever offended You and justly deserved Your temporal and eternal punishment. But I am heartily sorry for them, and sincerely repent of them, and I pray You of Your boundless mercy and for the sake of the holy, innocent, bitter sufferings and death of Your beloved Son, Jesus Christ, to be gracious and merciful to me, a poor, sinful being.

P: I ask each of you, in the presence of God who searches the heart: Do you confess that you have sinned, and do you repent of your sins?

C: I do.

P: Do you believe that Jesus Christ has redeemed you from all your sins, and do you desire forgiveness in His name?

C: I do.

P: Upon this your confession, I, by virtue of my office as a called and ordained servant of the word, announce the grace of God to all of you, and in the stead and by the command of our Lord Jesus Christ I forgive you all your sins, in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. May He comfort your heart by His holy Absolution, and strengthen you by His Sacraments, that your joy may be full. Peace be with you!

C: Amen.

The Introit P: Worship Him, all you gods; Zion hears and is glad. The daughters of Judah rejoice

because of Your judgments, O Lord. The Lord reigns, let the earth rejoice; Let the multitude of the isles be glad.

The Gloria Patri

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The Kyrie Eleison (Lord, have mercy)

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The Gloria in Excelsis Deo (Glory to God in the Highest)

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The Salutation

The Collect P: Let us pray…one God, now and forever.

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The Lesson – Deuteronomy 30:15-20 15See, I set before you today life and prosperity, death and destruction. 16For I

command you today to love the LORD your God, to walk in his ways, and to keep his commands, decrees and laws; then you will live and increase, and the LORD your God will bless you in the land you are entering to possess.

17But if your heart turns away and you are not obedient, and if you are drawn away to bow down to other gods and worship them, 18I declare to you this day that you will certainly be destroyed. You will not live long in the land you are crossing the Jordan to enter and possess.

19This day I call heaven and earth as witnesses against you that I have set before you life and death, blessings and curses. Now choose life, so that you and your children may live 20and that you may love the LORD your God, listen to his voice, and hold fast to him. For the LORD is your life, and he will give you many years in the land he swore to give to your fathers, Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.

The Epistle – 1 Corinthians 2:6-13 6We do, however, speak a message of wisdom among the mature, but not the

wisdom of this age or of the rulers of this age, who are coming to nothing. 7No, we speak of God's secret wisdom, a wisdom that has been hidden and that God destined for our glory before time began. 8None of the rulers of this age understood it, for if they had, they would not have crucified the Lord of glory. 9However, as it is written:

"No eye has seen, no ear has heard, no mind has conceived what God has prepared for those who love him"—

10but God has revealed it to us by his Spirit. The Spirit searches all things, even the deep things of God. 11For who among men

knows the thoughts of a man except the man's spirit within him? In the same way no one knows the thoughts of God except the Spirit of God. 12We have not received the spirit of the world but the Spirit who is from God, that we may understand what God has freely given us. 13This is what we speak, not in words taught us by human wisdom but in words taught by the Spirit, expressing spiritual truths in spiritual words.

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8:30 – Adult Choir, “Halle, Halle, Halle” Refrain: Halle, halle, hallelujah! Halle, halle, hallelujah! Halle, halle, hallelujah! Hallelujah! Hallelujah!

1. Oh God, to whom shall we go? You alone have the words of life. Let your words be our prayer and the song we sing: Hallelujah, hallelujah. [Refrain]

2. My sheep hear my voice, says the Lord. When I call them, they follow me. I will lead them to rest by the restful streams: Hallelujah, hallelujah. [Refrain]

3. I am the light of the world, says the Lord. Walk in the light of life. All who follow my words shall have life indeed: Hallelujah, hallelujah. [Refrain]

Arr. Marty Haugen, John L. Bell, and Graham Maule Reprinted under OneLicense.net A-721927.

10:45 – Youth Choir, “Bless the Lord” Bless the Lord Oh my soul, oh my soul Worship His holy name Sing like never before Oh my soul I’ll worship Your holy name

The sun comes up, it’s a new day dawning It’s time to sing Your song again Whatever may pass and whatever lies before me Let me be singing when the evening comes

You’re rich in love And You’re slow to anger Your name is great And Your heart is kind For all Your goodness I will keep on singing 10, 000 Reasons for my heart to find

And on that day when my strength is failing The end draws near and my time has come Still my soul will sing Your praise unending 10,000 Years and then forever more

Words and Music by Jonas Myrin and Matt Redman, arr. by Dave Williamson ©Copyright 2011 and this arrangement © copyright 2012 Thankyou Music/Said And Done Music/sixsteps Music/SHOUT! Publishing/worshiptogether.com songs (all admin. by EMICMGPublishing.com) 10000 Reasons lyrics © Capitol Christian Music Group Reprinted under OneLicense.net A-721927.

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The Holy Gospel P: The Holy Gospel for the Sixth Sunday after the Epiphany is written in the 5th chapter

of the Gospel according to St. Matthew, beginning at the 21st verse.

The Gospel – Matthew 5:21-37 21"You have heard that it was said to the people long ago, 'Do not murder, and

anyone who murders will be subject to judgment.' 22But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment. Again, anyone who says to his brother, 'Raca, 'is answerable to the Sanhedrin. But anyone who says, 'You fool!' will be in danger of the fire of hell.

23"Therefore, if you are offering your gift at the altar and there remember that your brother has something against you, 24leave your gift there in front of the altar. First go and be reconciled to your brother; then come and offer your gift.

25"Settle matters quickly with your adversary who is taking you to court. Do it while you are still with him on the way, or he may hand you over to the judge, and the judge may hand you over to the officer, and you may be thrown into prison. 26I tell you the truth, you will not get out until you have paid the last penny.

27"You have heard that it was said, 'Do not commit adultery.' 28But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart. 29If your right eye causes you to sin, gouge it out and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to be thrown into hell. 30And if your right hand causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to lose one part of your body than for your whole body to go into hell.

31"It has been said, 'Anyone who divorces his wife must give her a certificate of divorce.' 32But I tell you that anyone who divorces his wife, except for marital unfaithfulness, causes her to become an adulteress, and anyone who marries the divorced woman commits adultery.

33"Again, you have heard that it was said to the people long ago, 'Do not break your oath, but keep the oaths you have made to the Lord.' 34But I tell you, Do not swear at all: either by heaven, for it is God's throne; 35or by the earth, for it is his

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footstool; or by Jerusalem, for it is the city of the Great King. 36And do not swear by your head, for you cannot make even one hair white or black. 37Simply let your 'Yes' be 'Yes,' and your 'No,' 'No'; anything beyond this comes from the evil one.

P: This is the Holy Gospel of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

The Creed P: Let us confess our holy faith in the words of the Nicene Creed:

C: I believe in one God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth and of all things visible and invisible. And in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only-begotten Son of God, Begotten of His Father before all worlds, God of God, Light of Light, Very God of Very God, Begotten, not made, Being of one substance with the Father, By Whom all things were made; Who for us men and for our salvation came down from heaven and was incarnate by the Holy Spirit of the Virgin Mary and was made man; and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate. He suffered and was buried; and the third day He rose again according to the Scriptures; and ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father; And He shall come again with glory to judge both the living and the dead;

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Whose kingdom shall have no end. And I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord and Giver of life, Who proceeds from the Father and the Son, Who with the Father and the Son together is worshiped and glorified, Who spoke by the Prophets. And I believe one holy Christian and Apostolic Church. I acknowledge one Baptism for the remission of sins, And I look for the Resurrection of the dead and the Life of the world to come. Amen.

The Chief Hymn: #441, “O that the Lord Would Guide My Ways”

The Sermon: Matthew 5:21-37 Do You Really Think You Are Good?

P: The peace of God, which passes all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in Christ Jesus unto everlasting life. Amen.

The Offertory Verse

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The Offering The members of Peace Lutheran Congregation have joined together to do the Lord’s work in this community and around the world. Visitors need not feel obligated to participate in this offering which supports our ministry.

“Honor the Lord with your wealth, with the firstfruits of all your crops.” Proverbs 3:9

Please fill out the Friendship Register.

The Prayer of the Church

The Service of Holy Communion Peace Lutheran Church practices close communion. We ask that only members of the ELS and WELS partake of the Sacrament today. Visitors, please speak to the Pastor about receiving the Sacrament in the future.

The Preface P: The Lord be with you.

P: Lift up your hearts.

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P: Let us give thanks to the Lord, our God.

The Proper Preface and Sanctus P: It is truly good, right and salutary that we should at all times and in all places give

thanks to You, holy Lord, almighty Father, everlasting God; and now we praise You that You sent us Your only-begotten Son and that in Him, being found in fashion as a Man, You manifested the fullness of Your glory. Therefore with angels and archangels and with all the company of heaven we laud and magnify Your glorious name, evermore praising You and saying:

Holy, Holy, Holy

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The Lord’s Prayer P: 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.

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The Words of Institution P: Our Lord Jesus Christ, the same night in which He was betrayed, took bread and when

He had given thanks, He broke it and gave it to His disciples saying: “Take, eat; this is My body, which is given for you. This do in remembrance of Me.” In the same way also He took the cup after supper, gave thanks, and gave it to them saying: “Drink of it all of you; this cup is the New Testament in My blood, which is shed for you and for many, for the remission of sins. This do as often as you drink it, in remembrance of Me.”

P: The peace of the Lord be with you always.

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The Agnus Dei (Lamb of God)

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The Distribution Distribution Hymns #416, “Blest Is the Man, Forever Blest”

#418, “How Fair the Church of Christ Shall Stand”

The Nunc Dimittis

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The Collect of Thanksgiving

P: O give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good.

P: Let us pray: We give thanks to You, almighty God, that You have refreshed us through these salutary gifts, and we implore You that of Your mercy You would strengthen us through them in faith toward You and in fervent love toward one another; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one true God, now and forever.

The Salutation

P: The Lord be with you.

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The Benedicamus

P: Let us bless the Lord.

The Benediction

P: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face shine upon you and be gracious unto you. The Lord lift up His countenance upon you and give you peace.

Closing Hymn #586:3, “How Blest Are They Who Hear”

Thank you to those who served in our service today: Communion Assistants: Paul Wold, Doyle Holbird;

Adult Choir; Soloists: Kaitlyn & August Jeske; Youth Choir; Organist: Katie Hartwig; The ushers; Cover Artwork: Don Moldstad.

To God be the Glory!

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Announcements This week at Peace: Sunday: 8:30 AM Divine Service with Communion 9:40 AM Sunday School Adult Bible Class 10:45 AM Divine Service with Communion 6:30 PM CROSSED Monday: 2:45 PM Youth Choir rehearsal Tuesday: 9:00 AM Solid Grounds Bible Study Wednesday: 4:00 PM Confirmation Class 7:00 PM Adult Choir rehearsal Thursday: 6:30 PM Financial Peace University Class Sunday: 8:30 AM Divine Service 9:40 AM Sunday School Adult Bible Class 10:45 AM Divine Service

Important upcoming events: February Group 4 – Refreshments, Group 2 – Greeters February 16th 6:00 PM MVL Girls Basketball, congregation night March 5th 11:45 AM Call meeting for second pastor

Join Crossed tonight for an activity and a devotion from 6:30 to 8pm. Hope to see you there!"

We want everyone to have the opportunity to go through Financial Peace University. That’s why we’re going to be offering it at Peace Lutheran starting February 16th. It’s the most practical

stuff out there and the most fun you’ll ever have learning about money. Each weekly session starts with Dave Ramsey teaching on video and is followed by a powerful small group discussion.

Classes meet for 9 weeks on Thursdays at 6:30 at Peace Lutheran, Feb 16th - April 20th (no class on 4/13). This lifetime membership FPU class is $103 (normally $210). In FPU, you will learn how to communicate with your spouse about money, put together a spending plan that works, and completely eliminate debt. While completing the class, the average family through FPU pays off more than $5000 dollars in debt and saves almost $3000.

FPU teaches you how to apply biblical principles to the way you handle money and how to start truly managing all the resources God has given you. This class breaks down the process into easy steps that will help you no matter where you are. Sign up at http://www.daveramsey.com/fpu/classes/1029454

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The Construction Committee would like to remind members to fill out the Volunteer Survey and turn it in by February 12th. There are extra copies on the table in the narthex by the bulletin board. You can put the filled out survey in the basket on that table.

There will be a meeting on March 5th, after the 10:45 service to call a second pastor. Please plan on attending this important meeting.

Lutheran Pioneers upcoming meetings – TODAY - Feb. 12, 3-4:30 p.m.- Games with Seniors at Water's Edge

Assisted living. TODAY, 5-7 p.m.- Learning about poisonous plants with the MN DNR. Mt. Olive Social Hall. March 19, 12:30-1- Water safety at Lake Crystal Recreation Center followed by the annual Swim and Gym event from 1-5 p.m. Open to friends and family! Bring a snack to share with friends from all over our district. Lutheran Pioneers meets once a month in various locations around the area that work with the varying themes covered each month. If you would like more information about how your child in K-6th can be involved, please contact Denice Woller at dwoller@lc.edu or (507) 351-5472.

Mothers, you are welcome to join us Wednesday mornings at Mt. Olive Church for the Moms On a Mission (M.O.M.s) bible study. We are doing a study on the book, Family Vocation, by Veith and Moerbe. New members welcome any time! The study officially begins at 8:40, but you can drop

children off in childcare beginning at 8:10 and have fellowship with other mothers in the social hall until the study begins. Direct any questions to Kristen Lukasek, 507-382-7963 or mattlukasek@yahoo.com.

Jesus’ Lambs at Peace Preschool thanks all parents who attended our annual field trip to Mt. Olive Lutheran School. We had a record number of 18 parents attend! Mt. Olive Kindergarten Round-up will be Thursday, February 23, at 6:30 p.m.

Please let us know if you will be able to volunteer for our Preschool Open House on Tuesday, March 28 6-8 p.m. We need help with Registration, Face-painting, crafts, games, bringing and serving food. Please call 385-7752 if you would like to help in any way!

SAVE THE DATE! VBS 2017 at Peace will be Monday-Wednesday, June 12-14, from 9am-2pm. And guess what our theme will be??????? Construction, of course! While our church building undergoes construction of our new addition, we will learn how God is at work constructing our lives every

day. Children ages 4 through going into 6th grade are welcome to attend. Watch for more details in the coming months! See Denice Woller or Kristen Lukasek if you are interested in being part of the “work crew” those three days.

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Last week at Peace: Sunday 312

To watch our service live, go to: www.peacemankato.com/live-streaming. The service will start automatically when it is live (8:30AM). For recorded services, go to www.vimeo.com/peacemankato and you can choose which service you want to watch.

Applications Are Now Being Accepted for the position of part-time office manager assistant at Mount Olive Lutheran Church. Those interested should contact the church office at 345-4966.

Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School invites you to the girls’ basketball game on Thursday, February 16th. The JV game is at 6:00pm and the Varsity game is at 7:00pm. MVL is playing GFW. When you get to the ticket table at MVL just let them know that you are a member of Peace and you will get in for free.

This is Peace’s year to co-host the MVL Pork Chop Dinner on Sunday, March 5. We are looking for donations and a lot of volunteer help for this big event! Please look for sign-up sheets on the bulletin board in the narthex. Even if you don’t have an MVL student, we would love to have your assistance with donations of food so that all proceeds will go to our school. If you have questions, please contact the church office at 385-1386 or karen@peacemankato.com.

MVL Food Service Assistant Opening - Minnesota Valley Lutheran High School has a part-time position open in the food service at MVL. This position is for about 6 to 6 1/2 hours per day during the school year. Tasks include: food preparation and service, washing dishes and clean up. Individuals interested in this position should contact Principal Tim Plath at MVL at 507-354-6851 or tplath@mvlhs.org.

Bethany Lutheran College Events Adrian Lo faculty recital, Tuesday, Feb. 14 at 7 pm in the YFAC Theater - Adrian Lo performs a faculty recital with a full slate of guest musicians, plus Mankato's RakStar Fusion belly dancers. The music of Peter Ostroushko, Steve Cloutier, Beats Antique, Dreadnaughts, Taraf de Haïdouks and more will be performed. Free, and open to the public.

Art lecture and reception - Thursday, Feb. 16 at 7 pm in the YFAC gallery. Painter Anna Leigh Biedenbender is an artist currently working in St. Paul and Minneapolis, MN. She received her Bachelor of Art in Art at WLC in Milwaukee, WI, and in 2016 received her Master of Fine Arts degree in Visual Art at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Beidenbender's work will be on display February 16 - March 25.

New Music Recital, Thursday, Feb. 23 at 7 pm in Trinity Chapel. In this recital, Bethany students showcase compositions they have written during the academic year. All pieces, representing many musical genres, are performed by Bethany students and Bethany music ensembles. Free, and open to the public.