Grace Lutheran Church and Preschool
2108 North Euclid Ave., Upland, Ca 91784
www.graceupland.org 909-982-2954
October 01, 2023 18th Sunday after Pentecost, Lectionary 26
Pastor: Wesley Menke, wesmenke@gmail.com
Office Assistant: Teruni Evans, graceupland@gmail.com
Preschool Director: Gayle Romine, glpupland@gmail.com
Music Director: Tatiana Thibodeaux, tatianathibodeaux@gmail.com
Lay Participants 8:30
Lector: Annelia Hernandez
Ushers: Roy Clinton
Communion: Joey Christenson
Acolyte:
Cantor: Joisanne Dailey
Sound: John Holmgren
Broadcast: Charles Menke
Refreshments: Pat Fox
Lay Participants 11:00
Lector: Lois Dieter
Ushers: Jerry & Ingrid Uhler
Communion: Yolanda Rossitto
Cantor: Ralph Dieter
Flowers are in celebration of
Cassidy Berg’s Sweet 16 birthday!
Please give Prayer Requests to usher during Hymn of the Day. Your request will be included on the prayer list for two weeks.
[ * Denotes standing as you are able]
PRELUDE
THANKSGIVING FOR BAPTISM*
Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Amen. Water may be poured into the font.
We thank you God, You birthed creation like a loving Mother. You walked with your people through the desert as a true Friend. Your Spirit chases us like a Lover of our souls.
We praise you for the gift of Living Water. Amen.
GATHERING SONG* The Trumpets Sound The Angels Sing ELW 531
1.The trumpets sound, the angels sing,
the feast is ready to begin.
The gates of heav’n are open wide.
and Jesus welcomes you inside.
Refrain
Sing with thankfulness songs of pure delight.
Come and revel in heaven’s love and light.
Take your place at the table of the King.
The feast is ready to begin.
The feast is ready to begin.
2.Tables are laden with good things:
oh, taste the peace and joy he brings.
He’ll fill you up with love divine;
the amazing goodness of the Lord.
Refrain
3.The hungry heart he satisfies,
offers the poor his paradise.
Now hear all the heav’n and earth applaud.
The amazing goodness of the Lord.
Refrain.
GREETING*
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you.
KYRIE ELW page 175
Lord, have mercy on us; O Lord, have mercy.
Señor, Señor ten piedad, ten piedad, de nosotros.
Christ, have mercy on us; O Christ, have mercy.
Cristo, Cristo, ten piedad, ten piedad, de nosotros.
Lord, have mercy on us; O Lord, have mercy.
Señor, Señor ten piedad, ten piedad, de nosotros.
GLORIA* ELW page 176
Gloria, gloria, gloria, glory to God on high!
Gloria, gloria, gloria, en las alturas a Dios!
And on earth peace to God's people. Glory to God.
Y en la tierra paz para aquellos que aman al señor
PRAYER OF THE DAY*
God of love, giver of life, you know our frailties and failings. Give us your grace to overcome them, keep us from those things that harm us, and guide us in the way of salvation, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Amen.
WORD
CHILDREN’S SERMON
FIRST READING: Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32
1The word of the Lord came to me: 2What do you mean by repeating this proverb concerning the land of Israel, “The parents have eaten sour grapes, and the children’s teeth are set on edge”? 3As I live, says the Lord God, this proverb shall no more be used by you in Israel. 4Know that all lives are mine; the life of the parent as well as the life of the child is mine: it is only the person who sins that shall die.
25Yet you say, “The way of the Lord is unfair.” Hear now, O house of Israel: Is my way unfair? Is it not your ways that are unfair? 26When the righteous turn away from their righteousness and commit iniquity, they shall die for it; for the iniquity that they have committed they shall die. 27Again, when the wicked turn away from the wickedness they have committed and do what is lawful and right, they shall save their life. 28Because they considered and turned away from all the transgressions that they had committed, they shall surely live; they shall not die. 29Yet the house of Israel says, “The way of the Lord is unfair.” O house of Israel, are my ways unfair? Is it not your ways that are unfair?
30Therefore I will judge you, O house of Israel, all of you according to your ways, says the Lord God. Repent and turn from all your transgressions; otherwise iniquity will be your ruin. 31Cast away from you all the transgressions that you have committed against me, and get yourselves a new heart and a new spirit! Why will you die, O house of Israel? 32For I have no pleasure in the death of anyone, says the Lord God. Turn, then, and live.
Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God.
PSALM Psalm 25:1-9
1 To | you, O Lord, I lift | up my soul.
2 My God, I put my trust in you; let me not be | put to shame,
nor let my enemies triumph | over me.
3 Let none who look to you be | put to shame;
rather let those be put to shame | who are treacherous.
4 Show me your | ways, O Lord, and teach | me your paths. R
5 Lead me in your | truth and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation; you have I trusted all | the day long.
6 Remember, O Lord, your compas- | sion and love,
for they are from | everlasting.
7 Remember not the sins of my youth and | my transgressions;
remember me according to your steadfast love and for the sake of your good- | ness, O Lord.
8 You are gracious and up- | right, O Lord;
therefore you teach sinners | in your way.
9 You lead the low- | ly in justice and teach the low- | ly your way. R
SECOND READING: Philippians 2:1-13
See back page for reading
Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION* ELW pg 179
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
Alleluia, alleluia,
alleluia! Alleluia!
HOLY GOSPEL* according to Matthew 21:23-32
Glory to you Oh Lord.
See back page for reading
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you Oh Christ.
SERMON
HYMN OF DAY* Here I am Lord ELW 574
1 "I, the Lord of sea and sky,
I have heard my people cry.
All who dwell in dark and sin
my hand will save. I, who made the stars of night, I will make their darkness bright. Who will bear my light to them? Whom shall I send?"
Refrain
Here I am, Lord. Is it I, Lord?
I have heard you calling in the
night. I will go, Lord, if you lead
me. I will hold your people in
my heart.
2 "I, the Lord of snow and rain,
I have borne my people's pain.
I have wept for love of them.
They turn away.
I will break their hearts of stone, give them hearts for love alone. I will speak my word to them. Whom shall I send?" Refrain
3 "I, the Lord of wind and flame,
I will tend the poor and lame.
I will set a feast for them.
My hand will save.
Finest bread I will provide
till their hearts be satisfied.
I will give my life to them.
Whom shall I send?" Refrain
NICENE CREED* Lector
With the whole church, let us confess our faith.
We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.
We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father; through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary and became truly human. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son,* who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.
THE PRAYERS* Lector
Remembering the caring and generous works of God, we pray for the church, creation, and the needs of our neighbors.
A brief silence.
We put our trust in you as we pray for the church. Give bishops, pastors, deacons, and teachers the gifts of wisdom and discernment. Be with them in bold truth and faithful witness. Merciful God,
receive our prayer.
Lead us in your truth as we pray for creation. Empower us to look to the interests of others as we make choices that impact the environment. Summon us to be advocates for healthy waterways, habitats, and air. Merciful God,
receive our prayer.
Lead us in justice as we pray for those in government, the military, and other positions of authority. Give them humble and willing hearts, looking to the needs of others. We pray also for our enemies. Merciful God,
receive our prayer.
Trusting your goodness, we pray for all caregivers and people who are sick or suffering in any way (especially). Give them encouragement and consolation in your presence. Merciful God,
receive our prayer.
Teach us your paths as we pray for this congregation. Be at work in us and unite us in your love as we labor together for the sake of the gospel. Merciful God,
receive our prayer.
09/24
Monica Banacky, in a nursing home.(Brian Berg)
Lexie healing from brain operation. (Rebecca)
Jose Perez, fell and broke his hip.
The Hubbard family, suffering physically & emotionally. (Uhlers)
Opa, for healing of his ankle (Uhlers)
Joseph Morales, beginning cancer treatment (Roberta Morton)
Erin Bohren, colon cancer, finishing chemo. (Roberta Morton)
Terry, back operation(Ingrid Thom)
Tara P. for safe and healthy pregnancy (Teruni)
09/17
Manu H., facing bankruptcy and legal woes (Uhlers)
Jeremy, eye cancer that has spread to his brain (Maria S)
Jennifer May, breast cancer (Harlean Estrada)
We give thanks for all the saints who died secure in the knowledge of salvation. Keep us fearless in our faith and certain of your resurrection. Merciful God,
receive our prayer.
Remember us according to your steadfast love as we offer these and the prayers of our heart, trusting in your compassion made known through Jesus Christ.
Amen.
PEACE The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you.
MEAL
OFFERING Gathered for mission & the care of those in need. Table is set.
OFFERING HYMN “God’s Work Our Hands” vs 1, 4 ACS 1000
1 God's work, our hands: working together,
building a future, repairing the world,
raising up homes, planting new gardens,
feeding the hungry and shelt'ring the cold.
Bless, God, our hands as we work in your name,
sharing the good news of your gospel.
2 God is at work in and around us:
seedlings are sprouting and bread's on the rise!
Washed and set free, humbled and honored,
gifted by grace, we respond in God's love.
Bless, God, our lives as we answer your call,
sharing the good news of your gospel.
OFFERING PRAYER*
God of city and suburb, country and wilderness; sustain us with these gifts of your creation, and receive signs of our thanksgiving. Amen.
GREAT THANKSGIVING*
The Lord be with you. And also with you.
Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give our thanks and praise.
It is indeed right,...we praise your name and join their unending hymn:
SANCTUS* ELW pg 181
Holy, holy, holy Lord God,
God of might and power; holy is the Lord.
Santo, santo, santo, santo-es el Señor,
Dios del universo; santo-es el Señor.
Hosanna in the highest, hosanna here on earth.
Blest is he who comes in the name of the Lord.
Hosanna en el cielo, hosanna en la tierra.
Bendito el que viene-en el nombre del Señor.
THANKSGIVING AT THE TABLE*
LORD’S PRAYER*
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.
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen.
Padre nuestro que estás en el cielo, santificado sea tu nombre. Venga tu reino. Hágase tu voluntad en la tierra como en el cielo. Danos hoy nuestro pan de cada día. Perdona nuestras ofensas como también nosotros perdonamos a los que nos ofenden. No nos dejes caer en tentación y líbranos de mal. Porque tuyo es el reino, tuyo el poder y tuya la gloria ahora y siempre. Amén
COMMUNION
☩ All who are hungry come to the table, and be fed and forgiven.
The ushers will invite you to the altar. Stand or kneel, open your hands to receive the bread, you may dip in the common cup. Cross your arms to receive a blessing.
AGNUS DEI ELW pg 194
O Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world;
have mercy upon us, have mercy upon us.
Cordero de Dios, tú que quitas el pecado del mundo;
ten piedad de nosotros, ten piedad de nosotros.
O Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world;
have mercy upon us, have mercy upon us.
COMMUNION SONG Lord Keep Us Steadfast In Your Word ELW 517
1 Lord, keep us steadfast in your word; curb those who by deceit or sword: would wrest the kingdom from your Son: and bring to naught all he has done.
2 Lord Jesus Christ, your pow'r make known : for you are Lord of lords alone; defend your holy church, that we : may sing your praise eternally.
3 O Comforter of priceless worth : send peace and unity on earth; support us in our final strife : and lead us out of death to life.
PRAYER
We thank you for the salvation we have received at your table. Send us now
to share your grace with all the world. Amen.
SENDING
ANNOUNCEMENTS
BLESSING
The God who calls across the cosmos and speaks in the smallest seed
☩ bless, keep, and sustain you now and to the end of the age. Amen.
SENDING SONG The Lord Now Sends Us Forth ELW 538
The Lord now sends us forth
with hands to serve and give,
to make of all the earth
a better place to live. Repeat
The angels are not sent
into our world of pain
to do what we were meant
to do in Jesus' name;
that falls to you and me
and all who are made free.
Help us, O Lord, we pray,
to do your will today. Repeat
mi mano lista está
para construir con él
un mundo fraternal. Repitalo
Los ángeles no son
enviados a cambiar
un mundo de dolor
por un mundo mejor;
me ha tocado a mí
hacerlo realidad.
Ayúdame, Señor,
a hacer tu voluntad. Repitalo
DISMISSAL
Go in peace. Spread the Word.
Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE