St. Matthew’s

Evangelical LutheranChurch & School

(Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod)709 Milton Ave., Janesville, WI 53545

Church & School Phone: 752-1304James Janke, Pastor 563-4383

Arden Wentzel, Staff Minister 758-4693Kevin Proeber, Principal 752-5035www.stmatthewsjanesville.org

Worship for the First Sunday in LentMarch 5, 2017

Opening Hymn: #295 (1-4) “Dearest Jesus, We Are Here”

InvocationP: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you.C: And also with you.Order of Holy Baptism Baptism of Winona Faye O’Brien 8:00 a.m. Baptism of Petula Rosalia Ayres 10:30 a.m.Confession of SinsP: Our Savior Jesus Christ commanded baptism when he said: “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.” All of us are born into this world with a deep need for baptism. From our parents we inherit a sinful nature; we are without true fear of God and true faith in God and are condemned to eternal death. But Jesus took away our sin by giving his life on the cross. At our baptism he

clothes us with the robe of his righteousness and gives us a new life. Our sinful nature need not control us any longer. We recall what baptism means for our daily lives as we speak these words:C: Baptism means that the sinful nature in us should be drowned by daily sorrow and repentance, and that all its evil deeds and desires be put to death. It also means that a new person should daily arise to live before God in righteousness and purity forever. P: As baptized children of God we confess our sins:C: Holy and merciful Father, I confess that I am by nature sinful, and that I have disobeyed you in my thoughts, words, and actions. I have done what is evil and failed to do what is good. For this I deserve your punishment both now and in eternity. But I am truly sorry for my sins, and trusting in my Savior Jesus Christ, I pray: Lord, have mercy on me, a sinner.P: God, our heavenly Father, has been merciful to us and has given his only Son to be the atoning sacrifice for our sins. Therefore, as a called servant of Christ and by his authority, I forgive you all your sins in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.C: Amen.The Rite of Baptism continues at the font.P: In obedience to the command of our Lord and trusting in his promise, you have brought this child to be baptized. Jesus told us: “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.” It is in baptism that God grants the new life of forgiveness, joy, and peace to little children. By the power of God’s Word, this gracious water of life washes away sin, delivers from death and the devil, and gives eternal salvation to all who believe. P: Receive the sign of the cross † on the head and heart to mark you as a redeemed child of God.The pastor applies water to the child presented for baptism saying:____________, I baptize you in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.

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P: The Almighty God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, has forgiven all your sins. By your baptism, you are born again and made a dear child of your Father in heaven. May God strengthen you to live in your baptismal grace all the days of your life! Peace be with you.ExhortationP: Brothers and sisters in Christ: Our Lord commands that we teach his precious truths to all who are baptized. Christian love therefore urges all of us, especially parents and sponsors, to assist in whatever manner possible so that ___________ may remain a child of God until death. If you are willing to carry out this responsibility, then answer: Yes, as God gives me strength.C: Yes, as God gives me strength.All: (sing) Now into your heart we pour Prayers that from our heart proceeded. Our petitions heav’nward soar; May our warm desires be heeded! Write the name we now have given; Write it in the book of heaven! (CW,

#295)P: Let us pray:Merciful Father in heaven, we thank you for the blessing of baptism by which you offer and grant the forgiveness of sins, life, and salvation. Help us to regard our baptism as the robe of righteousness we are wear all the days of our life. Look with special favor on _________ and grant him/her a rich measure of your Spirit that he/she may grow in faith and godly living. Make us willing to carry out our responsibilities to those who have been baptized, so that all of us may finally come to the blessed joy of heaven, through Jesus our Lord.C: Amen.Sr. Choir “Our Father, Thou In Heav’n Above”Old Testament: I Samuel 17:32-51 32 David said to Saul, "Let no one lose heart on account of this Philistine; your servant will go and fight him." 33 Saul replied, "You are not able to go out against this Philistine and fight him; you are only a boy, and he has been a fighting man from his youth." 34 But David said to Saul, "Your servant has been keeping his father's sheep. When a lion or a bear came and carried

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off a sheep from the flock, 35 I went after it, struck it and rescued the sheep from its mouth. When it turned on me, I seized it by its hair, struck it and killed it. 36 Your servant has killed both the lion and the bear; this uncircumcised Philistine will be like one of them, because he has defied the armies of the living God. 37 The LORD who delivered me from the paw of the lion and the paw of the bear will deliver me from the hand of this Philistine." Saul said to David, "Go, and the LORD be with you." 38 Then Saul dressed David in his own tunic. He put a coat of armor on him and a bronze helmet on his head. 39 David fastened on his sword over the tunic and tried walking around, because he was not used to them. "I cannot go in these," he said to Saul, "because I am not used to them." So he took them off. 40 Then he took his staff in his hand, chose five smooth stones from the stream, put them in the pouch of his shepherd's bag and, with his sling in his hand, approached the Philistine. 41 Meanwhile, the Philistine, with his shield bearer in front of him, kept coming closer to David. 42 He looked David over and saw that he was only a boy, ruddy and handsome, and he despised him. 43 He said to David, "Am I a dog, that you come at me with sticks?" And the Philistine cursed David by his gods. 44 "Come here," he said, "and I'll give your flesh to the birds of the air and the beasts of the field!" 45 David said to the Philistine, "You come against me with sword and spear and javelin, but I come against you in the name of the LORD Almighty, the God of the armies of Israel, whom you have defied. 46 This day the LORD will hand you over to me, and I'll strike you down and cut off your head. Today I will give the carcasses of the Philistine army to the birds of the air and the beasts of the earth, and the whole world will know that there is a God in Israel. 47 All those gathered here will know that it is not by sword or spear that the LORD saves; for the battle is the LORD's, and he will give all of you into our hands." 48 As the Philistine moved closer to attack him, David ran quickly toward the battle line to meet him. 49 Reaching into his bag and taking out a stone, he slung it and struck the Philistine on the forehead. The stone sank into his forehead, and he fell facedown on the ground. 50 So David triumphed over the Philistine with a sling and a stone; without a sword in his hand he struck down the Philistine and killed him.

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51 David ran and stood over him. He took hold of the Philistine's sword and drew it from the scabbard. After he killed him, he cut off his head with the sword. When the Philistines saw that their hero was dead, they turned and ran. 52 Then the men of Israel and Judah surged forward with a shout and pursued the Philistines to the entrance of Gath and to the gates of Ekron.Verse of the DayAll: (sing) Oh, create a heart in me That your Word, Lord, is believing And o’er the iniquity Of my sin is truly grieving. When dark hours of woe betide me, In the wounds of Jesus hide me. (CW,

#461)Epistle: Romans 5:12-19

12 Therefore, just as sin entered the world through one man, and death through sin, and in this way death came to all men, because all sinned— 13 for before the law was given, sin was in the world. But sin is not taken into account when there is no law. 14 Nevertheless, death reigned from the time of Adam to the time of Moses, even over those who did not sin by breaking a command, as did Adam, who was a pattern of the one to come.

15 But the gift is not like the trespass. For if the many died by the trespass of the one man, how much more did God’s grace and the gift that came by the grace of the one man, Jesus Christ, overflow to the many! 16 Again, the gift of God is not like the result of the one man’s sin: The judgment followed one sin and brought condemnation, but the gift followed many trespasses and brought justification. 17 For if, by the trespass of the one man, death reigned through that one man, how much more will those who receive God’s abundant provision of grace and of the gift of righteousness reign in life through the one man, Jesus Christ.

18 Consequently, just as the result of one trespass was condemnation for all men, so also the result of one act of righteousness was justification that brings life for all men. 19

For just as through the disobedience of the one man the many were made sinners, so also through the obedience of the one man the many will be made righteous. P: This is the Word of the Lord.C: Praise be to you, O Christ.

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Hymn: #201 (1-3) “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God”

Sermon Text: Matthew 4:1-11Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be

tempted by the devil. 2 After fasting forty days and forty nights, he was hungry. 3 The tempter came to him and said, ‘‘If you are the Son of God, tell these stones to become bread.”

4 Jesus answered, ‘‘It is written: ‘Man does not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.’”

5 Then the devil took him to the holy city and had him stand on the highest point of the temple. 6 ‘‘If you are the Son of God,” he said, ‘‘throw yourself down. For it is written:

“‘He will command his angels concerning you, and they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.’”7 Jesus answered him, ‘‘It is also written: ‘Do not put the

Lord your God to the test.’”8 Again, the devil took him to a very high mountain and

showed him all the kingdoms of the world and their splendor. 9 ‘‘All this I will give you,” he said, ‘‘if you will bow down and worship me.”

10 Jesus said to him, ‘‘Away from me, Satan! For it is written: ‘Worship the Lord your God, and serve him only.’”

11 Then the devil left him, and angels came and attended him.

Overthrow The Old Evil FoeI. By faith in Christ’s victory

II. By following Christ’s strategyOur Response to God’s WordAll (sing) The Word they still shall let remain Nor any thanks have for it; He’s by our side upon the plain With His good gifts and Spirit. And take they our life, Goods, fame, child, and wife, Let these all be gone, They yet have nothing won; The kingdom ours remaineth. (CW,

#201)

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Offering

PrayerP: Heavenly Father, you loved the world and gave your Son to liberate us from sin and death by his obedient death on the cross.C: We confess that without your love we are lost.P: Lord of the Church, we thank you for the treasure of the gospel. By your Spirit, keep our eyes fixed on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith.C: Strengthen our determination to do what pleases you, no matter what the danger or the cost.P: Let us pray for those who carry a cross in the name of Christ and face ridicule and persecution for the sake of the kingdom: missionaries and chaplains, young people who stand up for what is right in the face of pressure to do what is wrong, and all who pay a high price for their faith and their values as Christians.C: By your Spirit, O Lord, grant them patience and

endurance.P: Let us pray for those who carry heavy burdens in life: the sick and the chronically ill, the depressed and the lonely, those torn by conflict in personal relationships, those victimized by war and injustice, and all who face the terrors of life with a heavy heart.C: Grant them peace, O Lord, and in your mercy, be their guardian and friend, their comfort and hope.P: Let us pray for those who care for others: pastors and counselors; physicians and nurses; social workers and caring friends; all who feed the hungry, comfort the hurting, and stand beside the dying.C: Strengthen them in their work, O Lord, and do not let them become weary in doing good.P: Help us run with perseverance the race marked out for us. Keep us faithful even to the point of death, that we may receive the crown of life, through Jesus Christ, our Lord.C: Amen.Lord’s Prayer

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Hymn: #455 “Rise! To Arms! With Prayer Employ You”PrayerP: Almighty God, we thank you for teaching us the things you want us to believe and do. Help us by your Holy Spirit to keep your Word in pure hearts that we may be strengthened in faith, guided in holiness, and comforted in life and in death, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.C: Amen.Benediction P: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you. The Lord look on you with favor and † give you peace. C: Amen.Closing Hymn: #320 “On My Heart Imprint Your Image”

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ANNOUNCEMENTS: 1. The flowers on the altar have been given by Marge

Beutin in loving memory of her husband Don.2. Baptism Winona Faye O’Brien will be baptized during

the 8:00 service today. Winona is the daughter of Jennifer Riegert and Colin O’Brien and was born on September 13, 2016. Mia Riegert and Nicole Sponem serve as sponsors for Winona. “Write the name we now have given; write it in the book of heaven!”

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Members, Visitors & Guests—Welcome to St. Matthew’s!Let us overthrow the old evil foe by putting our faith in Christ’s victory and by employing Christ’s strategy when tempted.If you are visiting our service, please sign a “care card” in the church pew or our guest book and come back to visit again soon.Attendance Last Sunday—236 Offering Last Week—$11,008.50Ash Wednesday – 166 Bible Class – 83 Sunday School – 15

3. Baptism Petula Rosalia Ayres will be baptized during the 10:30 service today. Petula is the daughter of Anthony and Abbie Ayres and was born on January 31, 2017. Michael Ayres and Tatam Ayres will serve as sponsors for Petula. He saved us through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit, whom he poured out on us generously through Jesus Christ our Savior. Titus 3:5-6

4. Lenten Services Please note that our second mid-week Lenten service will be held on Wednesday, March 8. We will again observe this solemn season of the church year with special midweek worship services. Our Lenten services begin at 6:30 p.m. The worship service is preceded by a light supper which is served beginning at 5:00 p.m. The theme for our services this year will be “Were You There?” We hope that many of the members of St. Matthew’s will take advantage of these special opportunities for fellowship and worship. “Sweet the moments, rich in blessing, which before the cross we spend” (CW, #111).

5. The 75th Anniversary committee has posted sign-up sheets for the congregation to RSVP for the April 23rd luncheon. Please sign up/RSVP by April 9th. You will find these sheets on the bulletin board in the lower hall way. Thank you.

6. Call We just wanted to inform the congregation that Miss Meredith Moeller has received a call to teach grades 3 & 4, to do school music, church organist, and direct senior choir at St. John’s in Bay City, Michigan. Please provide encouragement and keep her in your prayers as she deliberates these two Calls.

7. You Can Serve! We are looking for volunteers who could assist the Staff Minister in organizing Easter for Kids. Could you help put together the activities for this evangelism outreach scheduled for Saturday, April 8, 9:00-11:30 a.m. for pre-school through grade 6? Help is needed for teaching, crafts, snacks, and music. Please inform pastor or staff minister quite soon. Thanks!

8. The Fellowship Committee is looking for anyone interested in joining the Fellowship Committee. We are always looking for people who want to help organize events for the church. If you have any questions or

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interests, you can contact Briton Peterson at 608.728.3349.

9. Please join use for a light dinner before the Lenten service Wednesday, March 8th. This week the meal will be provided by Church Council. They will be serving hot dogs, chips, and additional sides. Come right after work and bring the children for a light meal and fellowship before the church service. The meal will be served 5:00 - 6:15.

10.Everyone is invited for a Family Game Afternoon on March 19th from 2:00 - 5:00. The Fellowship Committee is hosting a family game night for everyone. Please bring your favorite card or board game that you love to play at home. 

11.The next meeting of the Lutheran Pioneers will be held on Sunday, March 12th at St. Matthews from 2:00-3:45. We were unable to finish the pine cars at our last meeting so we will be working on finishing those on March 12th. If we are unable to completely finish the pine cars at the next meeting we will send them with the children to finish at home. Due to upcoming events at St. Matthews the April Pioneer meeting will be held on April 2nd from 2:00-3:45. We will be holding our Pine Car Derby at that meeting! Parents are welcome to stay and watch the race on April 2nd.

12.Attention Softball Players It is that time of year again. The softball signup sheet is posted on the lower bulletin board. In order to play, you need to be 18 and out of high school OR not participating in a spring WIAA sport. We play in a church league on Monday nights at Dawson Fields in Janesville. Game times vary between 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. Come join in some good fellowship! The cost will be $30.00 per player. (20 players max) Sign up and player fee need to be in by March 30th. If you have any questions please talk to Craig Sonntag or email him at: csonntag@stmatthewsjanesville.org  

13.Our Lutheran Mobile Clinic in Malawi, Africa has expressed a need for sunblock for their albino patients, as it is not available in their area. It can be any size bottle and any SPF value. The Evening Guild will collect the sunblock and send it to our missionaries. There will be a box in the lower hall by the greeting cards for any

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contributions. If you have any questions, please see Linda Williams or Ann Janke.

St. Matthew’s Bible ClassesToday’s Bible Classes

Bible Class – “The Christian’s Dual Citizenship”Sunday School – “Jesus Changes Water into Wine”

Tuesday Evening Bible Class 6:30 p.m.Galatians – Chapter 3 – “Abraham’s Faith”

Wednesday Morning Women’s Bible Class 9:30 a.m.19 Minutes with Luther

Saturday Men’s Bible Class 7:30 a.m.Isaiah 8 – “The Lord Encourages His People”

Next Sunday’s Bible Classes 9:15 a.m.Bible Class – “The Christian’s Dual Citizenship”

Sunday School – “Jesus & Nicodemus”

Assisting with WorshipOrganist: Kathi Hendee

Ushers Today:1st. Service: Mark Schulz, Rich Hatfield

2nd Service: Jim Langkamp, Grant Langkamp, Mike Heiman, Jacob Heiman

Wednesday Ushers:Tim Stirmel, Austin Schultz

Ushers Next Week:1st. Service: Dale Beutin, Andy Phelps, Stephen Phelps,

Michael Borchardt, Ryan Borchardt2nd Service: Steve Sage, Jeff Nolte, Chad Nolte, Paul

JohnsonGreeters:

1st Service: Carroll Herritz,2nd Service: Jim & Lynn Langkamp

Next Week Greeters:1st Service: Gerald & Doris Stuckey2nd Service: Carl & Sandy Ramquist

Church Cleaning:March 11 – Scott Hendee & Thomas Heth

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March 18 – Roger Howard & Lee JabsCODS:

1st Service: Brian Becker2nd Service: Roger Howard

Next Week CODS:Wednesday 6:30 p.m. – Rory Groonwald

1st Service: Jeff Burandt2nd Service: Dale Beutin

This Week at St. Matthew’s

Sunday Worship 8:00 & 10:30

a.m. SS/Adult & Teen

Bible Study 9:15 a.m.Monday Teacher’s In-Service – No School Evening Guild 6:30

p.m.Tuesday Evening Bible Study 6:30 p.m. ESL Classes 6:30

p.m.Wednesday Women’s Bible Study 9:30 a.m. Public School

Confirmation 5:00-6:15 p.m. Light Lenten Meal 5:00

p.m. Sr. Choir 5:30-6:15

p.m. Lenten Service 6:30

p.m. Financial Planning Meeting 7:30 p.m.

Thursday ESL Classes 6:30 p.m. Council Meeting 7:00

p.m.Saturday Men’s Bible Study 7:30 a.m.Next Sunday Worship with Lord’s

Supper 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. SS/Adult & Teen

Bible Study 9:15 a.m. Pioneers 2:00-3:45

p.m. Daylight Savings

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