Eighth Sunday after Pentecost Preston Meadow Lutheran Church

Plano, Texas

July 30, 2017 8:30 & 10am

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GOD GATHERS US

Prelude

Confession and Forgiveness

P Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God, full of compassion and mercy,

abounding in steadfast love.

C Amen.

P Trusting God’s promise of forgiveness, let us confess our sin against God and

one another.

      Please kneel as you are able. Silence for reflection and self‐examination. 

P Eternal God our creator,

C in you we live and move and have our being.

Look upon us, your children,

the work of your hands.

Forgive us all our offenses,

and cleanse us from proud thoughts and empty desires.

By your grace draw us near to you,

our refuge and our strength;

through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

P Since we are justified by faith, we have peace with God

through our Lord Jesus Christ. Christ died for us while we still were sinners;

and for his sake, God ☩ forgives you all your sins. God’s love has been

poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit given to us.

C Amen.

We’re glad God has brought us together to worship and hear the Good News of Jesus.  We believe 

that God has given us a purpose as the people of Preston Meadow Lutheran, and it all begins here, 

in worship.  If you’re visiting with us today, we’re especially glad you are here.  Grab some coffee 

afterward, and let us have the chance to get to know you some and share with you how you can 

join us in God’s purpose for us.  Welcome!    

Hearing assistance devices are available for your use.

Please notify an usher if you would like a unit.

Please silence your cell phones. 

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Kyrie 

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ELW #167

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Greeting

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.

Prayer of the Day

P Let us pray. Beloved and sovereign God, through the death and resurrection of

your Son you bring us into your kingdom of justice and mercy. By your Spirit,

give us your wisdom, that we may treasure the life that comes from Jesus Christ,

our Savior and Lord.

C Amen.

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INTO THE WORD

Gospel Acclamation

A The holy Gospel according to St. Matthew, the 13th chapter:

C Glory to you, O Lord.

Gospel Reading Matthew 13:31-33, 44-52 Pew Bible p. 819

A The Gospel of our Lord.

C Praise to you, O Christ.

Sermon Pastor Jackie Linden‐Schade

Kids Word Time (10:00)         Children ages 3 through 2nd grade are invited to follow the cross for children’s chapel time.

Gospel Acclamation Please repeat from above.            

Scripture Reading Romans 8: 26‐39 Pew Bible p. 944

After the Reading, the People say, Thanks Be to God.

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Hymn of the Day                                    

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Apostles’ Creed

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 Peace

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

C And also with you.

  The people greet one another with a sign of Christ’s peace. 

Prayers of Intercession

  Please kneel as you are able.   

      After each petition:

A Lord, in your mercy,

C hear our prayer. 

Please take the time to sign our “Welcome to our Worship” booklet found at the end of each 

pew so we may record your time with us today.  If you are new to our community, we’d like 

to know where you live so we might have the chance to be neighborly.  

We’re glad you’re with us today!  

Announcements and Offering

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Offertory Song

ELW #465

Special Music “In Christ Alone” by Getty & Townend

Rick Schaaf, Soloist

Call Committee Update by Members of Call Committee

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Offering Prayer

A Let us pray. Merciful God,

C you open wide your hand

and satisfy the need of every living thing.

You have set this feast before us.

Open our hands to receive it.

Open our hearts to embrace it.

Open our lives to live it.

We pray this through Christ our Lord.

Amen.

AT THE TABLE

The Great Thanksgiving

P It is our duty and delight...and join their unending hymn:

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P Holy, living, and loving God, we praise you...both now and forever. Amen.

Lord’s Prayer

C Our Father in heaven,

hallowed be your name,

your kingdom come, your will be done,

on earth as in heaven.

Give us today our daily bread.

Forgive us our sins

as we forgive those who sin against us.

Save us from the time of trial

and deliver us from evil.

For the kingdom, the power,

and the glory are yours,

now and forever. Amen.

Thanksgiving at the Table

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Communion

At Preston Meadow Lutheran, our communion table is “open.”  That means that you don’t have 

to be a member of PMLC to commune, or even a Lutheran.  We welcome children of all ages to this 

favorite meal of the church because we know that we come at Jesus’ invitation to receive his free 

gift of grace.  Parents, if your children are not yet communing, encourage them to fold their arms 

over their chests to receive a blessing.  If you are communing, simply open your hands and bread 

will be given to you.  Cups with white grape juice are located in the center of the trays; gluten‐free 

wafers are available on request.  Come and enjoy the free gifts of God! 

Lamb of God

Duet “Glory” by Nichole Nordeman

Rick Schaaf & Peggy Schaaf

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Communion Hymns

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v. 2 We shall not live by bread alone

But by every word

That proceeds from the mouth of God

Allelu, Alleluia

v. 3 Ask and it shall be given unto you

Seek and ye shall find

Knock and the door shall be opened unto you

Allelu, Alleluia

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Sending Prayer

A Let us pray. Grant, O Lord,

C that what has been said with our lips

we may believe in our hearts,

and that what we believe in our hearts

we may practice in our lives,

through Jesus Christ, our Lord.

Amen.

Please stand. 

Table Blessing

P May the body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in

his grace.

C Amen.

Prayer For the Sending of Communion (10:00)         The communion elements are sent to a local assisted living center for distribution. 

INTO THE WORLD

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Blessing

P May God, whose power working in us

can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine,

grant you the gifts of faith and hope.

Almighty God, Father, ☩ Son, and Holy Spirit,

bless you now and forever.

C Amen.

Closing Hymn

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Dismissal

A Go in peace. Serve the Lord!

C Thanks be to God!

Postlude

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CONGREGATIONAL MEETING

SUNDAY, AUGUST 6TH AT 11:15AM TO EXTEND A CALL TO PASTOR KATE KNUTSON TO JOIN OUR MINISTRY TEAM AS

PASTOR FOR FAMILY MINISTRIES

Church Council establishes call commi ee in March

Mee ngs with Pr. Kris from NTNL Synod and Pr. Paul to discuss the posi on

Assembled informa on for the Ministry Site Profile,

approved by council in May

June 1, first interview with Pastor Kate as candidate for posi on

Month of June, follow up ques ons and reference checks

Early July, unanimous endorsement to council

July 10, Pastor Kate meets other staff, meet and greet with Council and HR Commi ee

Council endorses Pastor Kate for call and schedules Congrega onal Mee ng on Aug 6

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My name is Kate Knutson. I am a recent graduate of Luther Seminary in St. Paul, MN, where I received my Masters of Divinity with a concentra on in Children, Youth, and Family Min-istry in May 2017.

I grew up in Richfield, MN, with my dad, mom, and older sister. I

have always had a passion for working with youth and families

and figuring out ways to navigate the complexity of their faith

journey. While a ending college at Gustavus Adolphus College

in Saint Peter, MN, I consistently felt a mostly gentle, but at

mes very obvious, nudge to discern a call to ministry, thanks to

my mentors. A er working at a summer camp in college, I

realized that we not only have a lot to teach young people, but

they have a lot to teach us, especially about God. Since then, I’ve pursued a call to ministry by

working in several different contexts all with youth and families, trying to navigate what God is up

to in the world and in different congrega ons or ministry se ngs.

The first two years during seminary I worked at Mount Olivet Lutheran Church in Minneapolis,

MN—the church I grew up in. During the third year, I interned at Saint Mark’s Lutheran Church in

North St. Paul, MN. I then returned to Mount Olivet where I have been the Pastoral Advisor for

Children and Family Ministry. I managed a staff of seven individuals who all have a passion and

desire to walk with kids as they learn about God.

One of the best components of my job are the “light bulb” moments. I have realized that

everyone has these moments in their life of faith, but they are very monumental in the life of a

child. These are moments when someone starts to understand a new concept or idea. The best

part about working with kids is being able to witness those light bulb moments when they start to

understand who God is and what God can do for them. I also love being on a faith journey with

their parents or guardians as they live out their bap smal promises and help their children grow

into who they are called to be as one of God’s beloved children.

As your Pastor for Family Ministry, I am most excited to get to know you, and learn about the ways

that God has worked in your life in the past, and explore what God is currently doing in each of our

lives and in the life of PMLC in the present. I’m looking forward to this next adventure in Texas,

and saying goodbye to the snow!

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July 23, 2017

Church Attendance: 362 Communion Attendance: 351

Online Attendance: 4 Total Attendance: 355 Offering: $15,130.85

Pastors:

Rev. Paul Mussachio, Lead Pastor

Rev. Dr. Jackie Linden‐Schade, Pastor for Adult Discipleship

Tony Katko, Pastoral Intern

6801 Coit Road, Plano, Texas 75024 ▪ 972.618.2233 ▪ www.pmlc.org

Serving in Worship

8:30 10:00

Preacher: Pastor Jackie Linden‐Schade Pastor Jackie Linden‐Schade

Presider: Pastor Paul Mussachio Pastor Paul Mussachio

Acolytes: Abby Hammons Gavin Sanchez

Assisting Minister: Joe Sheffield Mark Rice

Lector: Sandy Mashigian Debbie Shock

Organist: Anne Abercrombie Anne Abercrombie

Pianist: Ligia Pucci di Carvalho Ligia Pucci di Carvalho

Special Music: Rick & Peggy Schaaf Rick & Peggy Schaaf

Ushers: Gene & Kathy Menze Marlin & Joan Edwards

Bart Smith Debbie Ernst

Jon & Maggie Hoffa Mike Ledford

Floyd Erickson Jon Johnson

Asst. Head Ushers: Bob Goetz Al Hurlebaus

Atrium Greeters: Travis & Stacey Volk Rich & Gail Falco

Altar Care: Becky Shuman Becky Shuman

Bread Baker: Kathy Simpfenderfer Kathy Simpfenderfer

Coffee: Bill Drake Kai & Tricia Johnson