Emmanuel Lutheran Church140 Cherry Avenue, NW, Warren, Ohio 44485

Pastor: The Rev. Eugene A. KoeneOrganist & Choirmaster: Dean C. Hunt

23 AUG. 2020 + THE 12th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST+ 10:00 A.M.

Legend: P =Presider C = Congregation A = Assistant/Lector“HUSH, FOR GOD IS HERE”

ORGAN VOLUNTARY “TRUMPET VOLUNTARY” JOHN STANLEY

ALL MAY MAKE THE SIGN OF THE CROSS, THE SIGN MARKED AT BAPTISM. AS THE PRESIDING MINISTER BEGINS . (+)

+ CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS +(STAND)

P: In the name of the Father, and of the (+) Son, and of the Holy Spirit.

C: AMEN.P: Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hid: cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name, through Jesus Christ our Lord. C: AMEN.

P: If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. But if we confess our sins, God who is faithful and just will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

PLEASE KNEEL, IF YOU ARE ABLESILENCE IS KEPT FOR REFLECTION

P: Gracious God,

C: have mercy on us. We confess that we have turned from you and given ourselves into the power of sin. We are truly sorry and humbly repent. In your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things we have done and things we have failed to do. Turn us again to you and uphold us by your Spirit, so that we may live and serve you in newness of life through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. C: AMEN.

P: Almighty God in his mercy has given his Son to die for us and, for his sake, forgives us all our sins. As a called and ordained minister of the Church of Christ and by his authority, I declare to you the entire forgiveness of all your sins, in the name of the Father, and of the (+) Son, and of the Holy Spirit.

THE GATHERING HYMN

P: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God,and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.C: And also with you.KYRIE P: Kyrie, eleison C: Lord, have mercy. P: Christe, eleison C: Christ, have mercy. P: Kyrie, eleison C: Lord, have mercy.

CANTICLE OF PRAISE “GLORY TO GOD” P: GLORY TO GOD IN THE HIGHEST, AND PEACE TO HIS PEOPLE ON EARTH.C: LORD GOD, HEAVENLY KING, ALMIGHTY GOD AND FATHER:

WE WORSHIP YOU, WE GIVE YOU THANKS, WE PRAISE YOU FOR YOUR GLORY. LORD JESUS CHRIST, ONLY SON OF THE FATHER, LORD GOD, LAMB OF GOD: YOU TAKE AWAY THE SIN OF THE WORLD; HAVE MERCY ON US. YOU ARE SEATED AT THE RIGHT HAND OF THE FATHER; RECEIVE OUR PRAYER. FOR YOU ALONE ARE THE HOLY ONE, YOU ALONE ARE THE LORD, YOU ALONE ARE THE MOST HIGH, JESUS CHRIST, WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT, IN THE GLORY OF GOD THE FATHER. AMEN.

THE PRAYER OF THE DAYP: O God, with all your faithful followers of every age, we praise you, the rock of our life. Be our strong foundation and form us into the body of yourSon, that we may gladly minister to all the world, through Jesus Christ, ourSavior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,now and forever. C: AMEN. THE ASSEMBLY SITS

+ LITURGY OF THE WORD + AFTER EACH READING: A: THE WORD OF THE LORD. C: THANKS BE TO GOD.

THE FIRST READING ISAIAH 51:1-6

PSALMODY PSALM 138

I will give thanks to you, O LORD, with my whole heart; before the gods I will sing your praise.

I will bow down toward your holy temple and praise your name, because of your love and faithfulness; for you have glorified your name and your word above all things.When I called, you answered me;

you increased my strength within me.

All the kings of the earth will praise you, O LORD, when they have heard the words of your mouth.

They will sing of the ways of the LORD, that great is the glory of the LORD.

Though the LORD be high, he cares for the lowly; he perceives the haughty from afar.

Though I walk in the midst of trouble, you keep me safe; you stretch forth your hand against the fury of my enemies; your right hand shall save me.

The LORD will make good his purpose for me; O LORD, your love endures forever; do not abandon the

works of your hands.THE SECOND READING ROMANS 12:1-8

THE GOSPEL MATTHEW 16:13-20The Assembly Stands when the Gospel Acclamation begins.

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION

C: Alleluia. Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. Alleluia.

P: (+) The Holy Gospel according to Matthew the 16th chapter. (++)

C: Glory to you, O Lord.

P: The Gospel of the Lord. After the ReadingC: Praise to you, O Christ.

THE SERMON “LOOK TO THE ROCK” (Isaiah 51:1-6; Matthew 16:13-20) ►After the sermon a musical reflection will be played before the Hymn of the Day. ◄

THE HYMN OF THE DAY Vs. 1,2,4

PROFESSION OF FAITH APOSTLES’ CREEDA. With the whole church, let us confess our faith.C: I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth.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.

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.

THE PRAYERS OF INTERCESSIONTHE READER PRAYS:” LORD IN YOUR MERCY.”CONGREGATION RESPONDS:…”HEAR OUR PRAYER”

AT THE END OF THE PRAYERS:P: SUMMARY PRAYER BY THE PASTOR

+ PEACE +P: THE PEACE OF THE LORD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS.

C: AND ALSO WITH YOU.THE CONGREGATION GREETS ONE ANOTHER WITH THE GREETING OF

“PEACE BE WITH YOU.”THE PREPARATION OF THE GIFTS AND OFFERING

THE OFFERTORY RESPONSE

C: WHAT SHALL I RENDER TO THE LORD FOR ALL HIS BENEFITS TO ME? I WILL OFFER THE SACRIFICE OF THANKSGIVING AND WILL CALL ON THE NAME OF THE LORD. I WILL TAKE THE CUP OF SALVATION AND WILL CALL ON THE NAME OF THE LORD. I WILL PAY MY VOWS TO THE LORD NOW IN THE PRESENCE OF ALL HIS PEOPLE, IN THE COURTS OF THE LORD’S HOUSE, IN THE MIDST OF YOU, O JERUSALEM.

OFFERTORY PRAYER THE ASSEMBLY STANDS FOR THE OFFERTORY PRAYERA: God of all creation:C: all you have made is good, and your love endures forever. You bring forth bread from the earth and fruit from the vine. Nourish us with these gifts, that we might be for the world signs of your gracious presence in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. C: AMEN.

THE GREAT THANKSGIVINGPREFACE AND DIALOGUE The presiding minister continues: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... we praise your name and join their unending hymn: SANCTUS (Holy, Holy, Holy)C: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might: Heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. (+) Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. The Presiding minister continues:P: …. proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.C: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.P: Share with us the great and promised feast.C: Amen. Come Lord Jesus. P: Receive our inheritance with all your saints in light.C: Amen. Come Holy Spirit. ….as victorious Lord of all.C: Through him, with him, in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, all honor and glory is yours, almighty Father, now and forever. Amen. C:

THE LORD’S PRAYER (TRADITIONAL FORM)

THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD P: When we eat this bread we share the body of Christ. When we drink this cup we share the blood of Christ.C: Reveal yourself to us, O Lord, in the breaking of bread, as once you revealed yourself to the disciples.

AGNUS DEI “LAMB OF GOD”

LAMB OF GOD, YOU TAKE AWAY THE SIN OF THE WORLD; HAVE MERCY ON US. LAMB OF GOD, YOU TAKE AWAY THE SIN OF THE WORLD; HAVE MERCY ON US. LAMB OF GOD, YOU TAKE AWAY THE SIN OF THE WORLD; GRANT US PEACE. INVITATION TO COMMUNION

P: Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed are all who put their trust in him. PLEASE BE SEATED

DISTRIBUTION(BAPTIZED CHRISTIANS WHO HAVE RECEIVED THEIR FIRST COMMUNION, REPENT OF SIN AND TRUST IN JESUS CHRIST FOR FORGIVENESS AND SALVATION, ENDEAVORING TO LIVE IN PEACE WITH ALL PEOPLE, ARE WELCOME TO RECEIVE THE BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST, AS HE GIVES HIMSELF TO US IN THE EARTHLY ELEMENTS OF BREAD AND WINE. THOSE NOT YET READY FOR COMMUNION ARE INVITED TO THE ALTAR FOR A BLESSING.) COMMUNION HYMN (ORGAN, SINGING OPTIONAL)

THE POST COMMUNION BLESSING P: The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. C: AMEN

POST COMMUNION CANTICLE Song of SimeonNow, Lord, you let your servant go in peace; your word has been fulfilled.My own eyes have seen the salvation which you have prepared in the sight of every people:A light to reveal you to the nations and the glory of your people Israel.

Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit,

As it was in the beginning, is now, and will be forever.

THE POST COMMUNION PRAYERA: Let us pray, C: We give you thanks, almighty God, that you have refreshed us through the healing power of this gift of life. In your mercy, strengthen us through this gift, in faith toward you and in fervent love toward one another; for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. AMEN.

THE BENEDICTION S-114 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.

THE HYMN IN RECESSION VS. 1, 2, 4, 5

A: Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. C: Thanks be to God.THE ORGAN VOLUNTARY “VOLUNTARY” THOMAS ROSEINGRAVE

Serving in WorshipMinisters:…………………………………………………………....The People of GodAssisting Minister:………………………………………………….Terry WentworthLector:………………………………………………………………Karen DaubenspeckSacristan:………………………………………………………………...Garry KiblerAltar Guild: …………………………………………………………...............Diane Pilger

† Weekly Announcements - 23 August 2020 †

Acolyte Team:……………………..............Lindsay Naples, Derek Wilson, Addie Wilson Organist/Choirmaster:………………………………………………………..Dean C. HuntPastor:…………………………………………………………The Rev. Eugene A. Koene

SERVING NEXT WEEK:Assisting Minister/Lector: Patty Davis, Acolyte Team: L. Naples, A.Wilson,

D.Wilson, Sacristan: Garry Kibler, Altar Guild: Diane Pilger ►THIS WEEK AT EMMANUEL CHURCH ◄

► MONDAY, 24 AUGUST – CHURCH COUNCIL WILL MEET AT 6:30 PM◄

Please keep in your prayers our Sisters and Brothers of

Emmanuel Lutheran Church.

READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK (30 August)13 th Sunday after Pentecost

JEREMIAH 15:15-21 PSALM 26:1-8 ROMANS 12:9-21 MATTHEW 16:21-28

Altar Vase 1 : Given by Patty Davis for God’s unfailing love – Yesterday, Today, and Forever !Altar Vase 2 : Given by Dorothy Sunderman in

Memory of Chuck Sunderman

Stewardship Report for 16 August 2020 Attendance –8/9/2020–26, Attendance –8/16/2020–26, (In-person worship)

Offering - $ 8,854.50 (Offerings from 7/27/20 – 8/16/20)Designated $163.00 (August - Someplace Safe)

WEDNESDAY, NOON COMMUNION in the Sanctuary. PLEASE CALL THE PARISH OFFICE ON MONDAY OR TUESDAY

TO MAKE KNOWN YOUR INTENTION TO BE PRESENT.

Dick Viola, Harlene Huffstetler, Charles Vasbinder, James Kibler, David Griffin, Carl Wollam, June Stroup, George Burin, Jr. Christine Sweitzer, Mary Sudik, Sally Garghill, Darlene Spelich, Anne Rowan, Harry Redmond, Virginia Morris, Cora Byers, June Roller, Billie Jo Smith, Billy Eckenrode, Shawn Bowker, Mary Lou Robertson, Zack Bako, Felicia MacMillan, Sue Thomas

We hold in prayer all who have asked to be on our public prayer list: *Lee Sweitzer, *Ralph Koene, *Evelyn Koene, ,*Victoria Chuminski, *Teirian McKinney,*Raygan Ray, *Norm Schuette, *Roger Morgan, *Larry Wibert, *Evelyn Wibert, *Ken Detman, *Bernice, *Kathy DeNunzio, *Warner Taiclet

*Though we hold many in prayer privately, these people have given permission to be on this public list. Names stay on this list for two months. The above list has been updated. If someone is not on the list and you wish them to be on for another 2 months, please call Dean (Parish Office) or Dorothy Sunderman.

► OUR OUTREACH PROGRAMS◄→ Food Pantry Needs → Clothes Closet Needs

Please call Randy & Sue Engler for Food Pantry, Please call Lucille Bickel for Clothes ClosetDuring the Pandemic, all regular activities are suspended.

NOTE: MONETARY GIFTS FOR THE CLOTHES CLOSET AND FOOD PANTRY ARE ALWAYS APPROPRIATE .

AUGUST SPECIAL OFFERING:SOMEPLACE SAFE

BIRTHDAYS THIS WEEKAugust 24- Amanda O’Conner,

26- Charles Zander,27- Felicia MacMillan, Addie Wilson