The Third Sunday of Easter May 5, 2019

Window 4 – The Decalogue

Christ’s Lutheran Church exists to welcome people to faith in Christ Jesus; to equip persons with a faith that works in real life;

and to send us in service into the world in Jesus’ name.

Christ’s Lutheran Church 700 East Pennsylvania Avenue

Oreland, Pennsylvania

The Rev. Bill Vanderslice, Pastor

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Serving Today

Greeters – Betty & Mike Messer Lectors – (8:00 am) Tim Hilbert (10:30 am) Tim/Melissa Myers Communion Assistants – (8:00 am) Bob/Adele Kelly (10:30 am) Jen Melnick, Kim Bray Soundboard – Diane Polis Acolytes – Shane Morrissy, Will Shapley Ushers – Chris Reynolds, Sue Frantz, Cole Johnson, Ben Durham Altar Guild – Sue Frantz, Mary Truppay Nursery – Carly Quinn Flower Delivery – Eleanor Rothenheber Counters – Tim & Deb Hilbert Closer – Amy Jacoby

Serving Next Sunday

Greeters – Sue Frantz Family Lectors – (8:00 am) Dean Heller (10:30 am) youth Soundboard – John Frantz Acolytes – Matti Crossan, Jess Shapley Ushers – Diane Polis, Jon Rasmussen, Ray Ebner, Matti Crossan Altar Guild – Consy Finney, Bill Durham Nursery – Carly Quinn Flower Delivery – Gail Polis Counters – Jim & Mary Jane Brenneman Closer – Chris Johnson

Christ’s Evangelical Lutheran Church 700 E. Pennsylvania Avenue, Oreland, PA 19075 Office Phone: 215-886-4612 | FAX: 215-886-1422

www.christs-oreland.org Email: Christlutheran1@comcast.net

Bill Vanderslice, Senior Pastor: seniorpastor@christs-oreland.org Ken Selinger, Director of Music: directorofmusic@christs-oreland.org

Elise Seyfried, Spiritual Formation Director: faithformdir@christs-oreland.org Lorraine Pfeiffer, Administrative Assistant: clcsecretary@christs-oreland.org

Sally Mead, Preschool Director: clcpreschool@christs-oreland.org Peter Carr, Sexton: sexton@christs-oreland.org

Office Hours: 8:30am-12:30pm

In the event of a pastoral emergency, after office hours, please call Pastor Vanderslice at his cell: 215-534-2845.

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Welcome to Christ’s Lutheran Church!

May you experience the joy of God’s presence as we worship together this morning. We are blessed by your presence!

Enjoy our gracious lobby to greet friends, guests, and visitors before the service. Please sign the guest book in the lobby if you are visiting with us today, and include your address and zip code.

Please allow others to enjoy quiet space and time in the pews as they prepare for worship. Our musical prelude begins our worship experience.

We encourage you to use this time to silently prepare to receive God’s Word.

WHEN YOU LEAVE…..Introduce yourself to someone you do not know.

The flowers on the altar today were dedicated by Kurt & Cathie Baker in

celebration of the baptisms of Dylan James & Everly Jane Baker AND

by Jenna Balaicuis in celebration of the baptism of Sasha Piper Leary.

You may download an electronic copy of the worship program to your electronic device by scanning the QR code on the lobby bulletin board.

Cell Phones - Please silence your electronic devices before entering the worship area. We request that you put your cell phone on “airplane” mode to avoid any interference with the sound system. An AED is located in the office hallway. There is an automated external defibrillator (AED) in case of an emergency. Large Print Bulletins are available in the lobby, or ask an usher. Activity Bags for young children are also available in the lobby. A lobby speaker and windows make it possible to see/hear the service from the Lobby in case you need to step out for your comfort or for attending to young children's needs.

The teaching window on the front cover is titled “The Decalogue.” This window commemorates the covenant of God to His people in the Mosaic Covenant. For more details on this teaching window at CLC go to: www.christs-oreland.org/about-clc/navewindows.

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The Service

[Congregational responses are printed in bold-faced type.] ELW: the hard covered service book, Evangelical Lutheran Worship

The Prelude “Beautiful Savior” arr. Paxton

Welcome and Announcements Moment for Reflection

GATHERING

The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God.

Please stand in body or spirit.

The Confession and Forgiveness

Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God, who forgives all our sin,

whose mercy endures forever. Amen. God of all mercy and consolation, come to the help of your people, turning us from our sin to live for you alone. Give us the power of your Holy Spirit that we may confess our sin, receive your forgiveness, and grow into the fullness of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another. Most merciful God, we confess that we are captive to sin and cannot free ourselves. We have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in your will and walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy name. Amen. God, who is rich in mercy, loved us even when we were dead in sin, and made us alive together with Christ. By grace you have been

saved. In the name of ☩ Jesus Christ, your sins are forgiven. Almighty

God strengthen you with power through the Holy Spirit, that Christ may live in your hearts through faith. Amen.

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The Gathering Song Thine is the Glory Hard Covered Hymn Book – ELW # 376

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The Greeting Christ is risen! He is risen indeed! Alleluia! 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. The Prayer of the Day Let us pray together: Eternal and all-merciful God, with all the angels and all the saints we laud your majesty and might. By the resurrection of your Son, show yourself to us and inspire us to follow Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

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Hymn of Praise ELW Setting # 3

The hymn continues on the next page.

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Please be seated.

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THE WORD

God speaks to us in scripture, preaching, and song.

The First Reading Acts 9:1-20

Each of us has a story of meeting God’s grace. Saul (later called Paul) was an ardent persecutor of all who followed the Way of Christ. This reading recounts the story of his transformation, beginning with an encounter with Jesus Christ on the way to Damascus.

A reading from Acts Chapter 9. 1Saul, still breathing threats and murder against the disciples of the Lord, went to the high priest 2and asked him for letters to the synagogues at Damascus, so that if he found any who belonged to the Way, men or women, he might bring them bound to Jerusalem. 3Now as he was going along and approaching Damascus, suddenly a light from heaven flashed around him. 4He fell to the ground and heard a voice saying to him, “Saul, Saul, why do you persecute me?” 5He asked, “Who are you, Lord?” The reply came, “I am Jesus, whom you are persecuting. 6But get up and enter the city, and you will be told what you are to do.” 7The men who were traveling with him stood speechless because they heard the voice but saw no one. 8Saul got up from the ground, and though his eyes were open, he could see nothing; so they led him by the hand and brought him into Damascus. 9For three days he was without sight, and neither ate nor drank. 10Now there was a disciple in Damascus named Ananias. The Lord said to him in a vision, “Ananias.” He answered, “Here I am, Lord.” 11The Lord said to him, “Get up and go to the street called Straight, and at the house of Judas look for a man of Tarsus named Saul. At this moment he is praying, 12and he has seen in a vision a man named Ananias come in and lay his hands on him so that he might regain his sight.” 13But Ananias answered, “Lord, I have heard from many about this man, how much evil he has done to your saints in Jerusalem; 14and here he has authority from the chief priests to bind all who invoke your name.” 15But the Lord said to him, “Go, for he is an instrument whom I have chosen to bring my name before Gentiles and kings and before the people of Israel; 16I myself will show him how much he must suffer for the sake of my name.” 17So Ananias went and entered the house. He laid his hands on Saul and said, “Brother Saul, the Lord Jesus, who appeared to you on your way here, has sent me so that you may regain your sight and be filled with the Holy Spirit.” 18And immediately something like scales fell from his eyes, and his sight was restored. Then he got up and was baptized, 19and after taking some food, he regained his strength. For several days he was with the disciples in Damascus, 20and immediately he began to proclaim Jesus in the synagogues, saying, “He is the Son of God.” Word of God. Word of Life. Thanks be to God.

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The Psalmody | Psalm 30: 1-4, 10-12 Be Not Afraid Hard Covered Hymn Book – ELW # 388

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The congregation will sing the following response:

1I will extol you, O LORD, for you have drawn me up, and did not let my foes rejoice over me. 2O LORD my God, I cried to you for help, and you have healed me. Response 3O LORD, you brought up my soul from Sheol, restored me to life from among those gone down to the Pit. 4Sing praises to the LORD, O you his faithful ones, and give thanks to his holy name. Response 10Hear, O LORD, and be gracious to me! O LORD, be my helper!" 11You have turned my mourning into dancing; you have taken off my sackcloth and clothed me with joy, 12so that my soul may praise you and not be silent. O LORD my God, I will give thanks to you forever. Response

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The Second Reading Revelation 5:11-14 The vision of John recorded in Revelation offers a glimpse of cosmic worship on the Lord’s Day. At its center is “the Lamb who was slain.”

A reading from the book of Revelation Chapter 5.

11Then I looked, and I heard the voice of many angels surrounding the throne and the living creatures and the elders; they numbered myriads of myriads and thousands of thousands, 12singing with full voice, “Worthy is the Lamb that was slaughtered to receive power and wealth and wisdom and might and honor and glory and blessing!” 13Then I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, singing, “To the one seated on the throne and to the Lamb be blessing and honor and glory and might forever and ever!” 14And the four living creatures said, “Amen!” And the elders fell down and worshiped. Word of God. Word of Life. Thanks be to God.

Please stand in body or spirit.

The Gospel Acclamation Halle, Halle, Hallelujah

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The Holy Gospel John 21:1-19 The risen Christ appears again to his disciples by the sea where they were first called. After echoes of the fishing and feeding miracles, he gives a final reminder of the cost of a disciple’s love.

The Holy Gospel according to St John Chapter 21. Glory to you, O Lord. 1After [he appeared to his followers in Jerusalem,] Jesus showed himself again to the disciples by the Sea of Tiberias; and he showed himself in this way. 2Gathered there together were Simon Peter, Thomas called the Twin, Nathanael of Cana in Galilee, the sons of Zebedee, and two others of his disciples. 3Simon Peter said to them, “I am going fishing.” They said to him, “We will go with you.” They went out and got into the boat, but that night they caught nothing. 4Just after daybreak, Jesus stood on the beach; but the disciples did not know that it was Jesus. 5Jesus said to them, “Children, you have no fish, have you?” They answered him, “No.” 6He said to them, “Cast the net to the right side of the boat, and you will find some.” So they cast it, and now they were not able to haul it in because there were so many fish. 7That disciple whom Jesus loved said to Peter, “It is the Lord!” When Simon Peter heard that it was the Lord, he put on some clothes, for he was naked, and jumped into the sea. 8But the other disciples came in the boat, dragging the net full of fish, for they were not far from the land, only about a hundred yards off. 9When they had gone ashore, they saw a charcoal fire there, with fish on it, and bread. 10Jesus said to them, “Bring some of the fish that you have just caught.” 11So Simon Peter went aboard and hauled the net ashore, full of large fish, a hundred fifty-three of them; and though there were so many, the net was not torn. 12Jesus said to them, “Come and have breakfast.” Now none of the disciples dared to ask him, “Who are you?” because they knew it was the Lord. 13Jesus came and took the bread and gave it to them, and did the same with the fish. 14This was now the third time that Jesus appeared to the disciples after he was raised from the dead.

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15When they had finished breakfast, Jesus said to Simon Peter, “Simon son of John, do you love me more than these?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my lambs.” 16A second time he said to him, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” He said to him, “Yes, Lord; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Tend my sheep.” 17He said to him the third time, “Simon son of John, do you love me?” Peter felt hurt because he said to him the third time, “Do you love me?” And he said to him, “Lord, you know everything; you know that I love you.” Jesus said to him, “Feed my sheep. 18Very truly, I tell you, when you were younger, you used to fasten your own belt and to go wherever you wished. But when you grow old, you will stretch out your hands, and someone else will fasten a belt around you and take you where you do not wish to go.” 19(He said this to indicate the kind of death by which he would glorify God.) After this he said to him, “Follow me.” The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ.

Please be seated.

The Children’s Message “Jesus Grills” Elise Seyfried

A moment of Prayer | Sung 2 times Holy, Holy, Holy – ELW # 473 Reprinted by ownership of sufficient copies or license #, see page 27.

Repeat

The Sermon Pastor Bill Vanderslice

Please stand in body or spirit.

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The Hymn You Servants of God Hard Covered Hymn Book – ELW # 825

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8 am - The Nicene Creed 10:30 am – Holy Baptism | Please see the next page.

Let us confess our faith in the words of the Nicene Creed. 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.

8 am – The service continues on page 21.

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The Sacrament of Holy Baptism The Assembly may be seated.

Assistant: God, who is rich in mercy and love, gives us a new birth into a living hope through the sacrament of baptism. By water and the Word, God delivers us from sin and death and raises us to new life in Jesus Christ. We are united with all the baptized in the one body of Christ, anointed with the gift of the Holy Spirit, and joined in God's mission for the life of the world.

Assistant: Who presents these children for baptism? Parents: We present Dylan James (Baker) for baptism. We present Everly Jane (Baker) for baptism. We present Sasha Piper (Leary) for baptism

Assistant: In Christian love you have presented these children for Holy Baptism. You should, therefore, faithfully bring them to the services of God’s house, and teach them the Lord’s Prayer, the Creed, and the Ten Commandments. As they grow in years, you should place in their hands the Holy Scriptures and provide for them instruction in the Christian faith, that, living in the covenant of their Baptism and in communion with the Church, they may lead a godly life until the day of Jesus Christ. Do you promise to fulfill these obligations? Parents: I do.

Assistant: Nichole and Corduff, do you promise to nurture Dylan James (Baker) in the Christian faith as you are empowered by God's Spirit, and to help him live in the covenant of baptism and in communion with the church? Sponsors: I do.

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Assistant: Jaclyn and Daniel, do you promise to nurture Everly Jane (Baker) in the Christian faith as you are empowered by God's Spirit, and to help her live in the covenant of baptism and in communion with the church? Sponsors: I do. Assistant: Nicole, do you promise to nurture Sasha Piper (Leary) in the Christian faith as you are empowered by God's Spirit, and to help her live in the covenant of baptism and in communion with the church? Sponsors: I do.

Assistant: People of God, gathered in this community of faith do you promise to pray for Dylan James (Baker), Everly Jane (Baker) and Sasha Piper (Leary) in their new life in Christ?

All: I do. The Profession of Faith

Pastor: I ask you to profess your faith in Christ Jesus, reject sin, and confess the faith of the church.

Do you renounce the devil and all the forces that defy God?

All: I renounce them. Pastor: Do you renounce the powers of this world that rebel against God? All: I renounce them. Pastor: Do you renounce the ways of sin that draw you from God? All: I renounce them.

Pastor: Do you believe in God the Father? All: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

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Pastor: Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? All: 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.

Pastor: Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? All: 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.

Thanksgiving at the Font.

Pastor: We give you thanks, O God, for in the beginning your Spirit moved over the waters and by your Word you created the world, calling forth life in which you took delight. Through the waters of the flood you delivered Noah and his family, and through the sea you led your people Israel from slavery into freedom. At the river Jordan your Son was baptized by John and anointed with the Holy Spirit. By the baptism of Jesus' death and resurrection you set us free from the power of sin and death and raise us up to life with Christ.

Pour out your Holy Spirit, the power of your living Word, that those who are washed in the waters of baptism

may be given new life. To you be given honor and praise through Jesus Christ our Lord, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, now and forever.

All: Amen.

The Assembly may be seated.

The Baptism

Pastor: Dylan James (Baker), I baptize you in the name of the Father, + and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. All: Amen.

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Pastor: Everly Jane (Baker), I baptize you in the name of the Father, + and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. All: Amen. Pastor: Sasha Piper (Leary), I baptize you in the name of the Father, + and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. All: Amen.

Assistant: We give you thanks, O God, that through water and the Holy Spirit you give your daughters and sons

new birth, cleanse them from sin, and raise them to eternal life.

Sustain these children with the gift of your Holy Spirit:

the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and the fear of the Lord, the spirit of joy in your presence, both now and forever. All: Amen.

The sign of the cross is traced on the forehead of each child.

Pastor: Children of God, you have been sealed by the Holy Spirit and marked with the cross of Christ forever. All: Amen.

The Welcome & Presentation of the Candle

Assistant: Jesus said, I am the light of the world. May this light shine through you that others may see the love of God in you, and glorify God in heaven.

Pastor: Let us welcome the newly baptized. All: We welcome you into the body of Christ

and give thanks for your life among us as children of God.

The Baptism Hymn – see the next page for words. Borning Cry Blue Hymn Book # 770 Reprinted by ownership of sufficient copies or license #, see page 27.

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The Prayers of Intercession

Please kneel or sit as you are able for the prayers.

Trusting God’s promise of new life, we pray for the renewal of the church, the world, and all of creation.

A brief silence.

You call your disciples to follow the way of the cross by their words and works of love. Make your church a place of welcome and empathy for all people. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.

Every creature in heaven and on earth sings your praise. Give us deep appreciation for the vibrant diversity of creation. Help us to conserve the beauty around us. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.

Come to the aid of those who are persecuted, oppressed, or imprisoned by hostile governments. Walk with refugees and immigrants as they seek safe homes. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.

Bring relief to bodies weary with pain or sickness. Bless doctors, nurses, hospice workers, home health care providers, therapists, social workers, and all caregivers who demonstrate your love in acts of healing and tenderness toward those in need.. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.

You feed us at your holy table and send us out to feed others. Bless those who fish, bake, and cook, restaurant servers, grocery store workers, and food pantry volunteers. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

All honor and glory and blessing belong to you. We praise you for the faith of the saints. Be near us as we await the day when we will feast with the risen Christ forever. Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.

We commend these and all our prayers to you, O God. Come near to us with your saving help, for the sake of Jesus Christ, our risen Lord. Amen.

Please stand in body or spirit.

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The Peace

The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you.

The congregation shares the greeting with one another saying, “Peace be with you,” or similar words.

Please be seated.

The Offering Musical Offering: "Beautiful Savior" Larson

"Beautiful Savior, King of creation, Son of God and Son of Man!

Truly I'd love Thee, truly I'd serve Thee. Light of my soul, my Joy, my Crown."

Please stand in body or spirit for the Offertory Hymn.

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The Offertory Hymn Give Thanks W&P # 41 or TFF # 292

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The Offertory Prayer

Let us pray together: Blessed are you, O God, ruler of heaven and earth. Day by day you shower us with blessings. As you have raised us to new life in Christ, give us glad and generous hearts, ready to praise you and to respond to those in need, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

The 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 our duty and our joy…

…we praise your name and join their unending hymn:

The presiding minister continues with the words of institution.

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The Words of Institution

Pastor: Holy, mighty, and merciful Lord, heaven and earth are full of your glory. In great love you sent to us Jesus, your Son, who reached out to heal the sick and suffering, who preached good news to the poor and who, on the cross opened his arms to all.

In the night in which he was betrayed….

Pour out upon us the Spirit of your love, O Lord, and unite the wills of all who share this heavenly food, the body and blood of Jesus Christ our Lord; to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit be all honor and glory, now and forever.

All: Amen The Lord’s Prayer

Lord remember us in your kingdom and teach us to pray.

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. The Gathering at the Lord’s Table

Communion will be distributed on the congregational level.

We are strengthened and renewed by the real presence of Christ at his table.

Come forward by the center aisle as directed by an usher.

The pastor will place a wafer in your hand. (Gluten free wafers

are available on the table as you come forward).

Please dip your wafer into the first chalice (wine) or the second (juice). Return to your seat by the side aisle.

All are welcome to the Lord’s table!

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The Lamb of God

The Hymn | sing 2 times Cares Chorus Reprinted by ownership of sufficient copies or license #, see page 27.

Please stand as you are able.

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The Post Communion Blessing

The body and blood of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace.

Amen The Post Communion Prayer

We give you thanks, O God, that you make your home with us, bringing heaven to earth in this holy meal. Fill us with your Spirit as we go from here, that we may tend to those in need and seek the healing among the nations, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

SENDING

God blesses us and sends us in mission to the world.

The Blessing (From Romans 15:13) May the God of hope fill you with joy and peace in believing so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope. Amen. The Sending Song Hallelujah! We Sing Your Praises See the next page.

The Dismissal

Go in peace. Live in love, as Christ loved us. Thanks be to God. The Postlude

Worship has ended. Let the service begin!

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Service and hymns from Evangelical Lutheran Worship,

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Hallelujah! We Sing Your Praises Hard Covered Hymn Book – ELW # 535

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Refrain sung twice each time

The Dismissal

Go in peace. Live in love, as Christ loved us. Thanks be to God. The Postlude

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PRAYER LIST FOR THE WEEK

To add a name to the prayer list contact the office or Pastor. Please keep us updated on the loved ones you place on the list. After 6 weeks names are moved to the long-term prayer list if we have no further updates.

Phyllis Blake Claudia Coley (daughter of Tina Marie Coley)

Dolphin Coley (son of Tina Marie Coley)

Marie Durchsprung – hospice care Pete Duskey (friend of Keith Wilbur) – heart surgery after heart attack Reverend Sandra Ellis-Killian (former pastor of St. John’s – Ambler) knee

replacement surgery

Bridget Forest (friend of Jim Francis) – breast cancer Harriet Graffious – recovering at home

Vivian Juliah (newborn granddaughter of Kim Righter’s friend Carmen)

heart surgery Michael Kemp (Academy Chorale Director)

Martha Leary (friend of Barbara & Jenna Balaicuis) Heather Polis – health issues

Iris Seymour (Pastor Hy’s sister) – head trauma due to a fall Brayden Thorpe (Marlene Foody’s 7 yr old grandson) recovering from surgery

We remember in prayer Tina Coley and her family on the death of her brother Coy Coley III.

We welcome this morning to the CLC faith community through the sacrament of baptism:

Dylan James Baker, son of Zachary & Christina Baker. Dylan’s baptismal sponsors are Nichole Miller and Corduff Broderick.

Everly Jane Baker, daughter of Zachary & Christina Baker. Everly’s baptismal sponsors are Jaclyn Breuninger and Daniel Smith.

Sasha Piper Leary, daughter of Jenna Balaicuis & Brian Leary. Sasha’s baptismal sponsor is Nicole Paukovits.

CLC MISSION TRIP - Puerto Rico | 1600 miles begin with a single mile

Our Puerto Rico Mission Team thanks you all so much for your support of our "miles" fundraiser!! Your generosity has funded hundreds of the miles we will travel to San Juan June 29th! While our fundraiser has officially ended, donations are still welcome: checks can be made out to CLC with "mission trip" in the memo line. We ask for your prayers as we wing our way South to serve our brothers and sisters on this hurricane-ravaged island this summer!

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CLC CAFÉ – located in the lobby between the 8 and 10:30 worship.

Stop by for a cup of coffee, tea, snack, or just to say hello! We are open from 8:45-10 am every Sunday except the 3rd Sunday of the month when all are welcome to come downstairs to the Cross-Gen program in Parish Hall.

MONDAY NIGHT ADULT YOGA CLASS

Join us Monday nights 6:15 to 7:15 pm in Room 200. Class fee $5 per class. If interested, please email: community@christs-oreland.org.

LITERARY LADIES – TODAY @ 12 noon

Join Literary Ladies - an inter-generational women's book group! Our next book is Make Your Home Among Strangers, by Jennine Capo Crucet. We will meet after church at Halligan's, to enjoy lunch, fellowship & a book discussion. Contact: Betty Messer betty.messer508@gmail.com.

UNILU DINNER – May 7 @ 3:30 pm

The next event to supply dinner for the homeless at University Lutheran in Philadelphia is May 7th. Please contact Dave Asher (267-738-5213) if you would like to attend or help prepare the meal.

PUB THEOLOGY – May 8 @ 6:30 pm

We meet for an evening of fellowship, food and faith conversations at The General located at 646 Germantown Pike, Lafayette Hill, PA, Please RSVP to the church office by Monday, May 6 to assist table reservations.

60 + FUN & FELLOWSHIP – May 9 @ noon

Join us May 9 at noon in Parish Hall as we explore South America with John & Marty Frantz. May is a BYOL month. What's that mean? It means bring your own lunch. Coffee, tea, & desserts will be provided. Bring a friend or neighbor for fellowship, food & learning.

MEN'S BREAKFAST – May 11 @ 8 am

Join us for our next men's breakfast at Halligan's Pub, 1619 Bethlehem Pike, Flourtown on Saturday, May 11 @ 8 am. For more information or to RSVP please contact Mike Messer. michael.messer508@gmail.com.

MOTHER’S DAY WORSHIP – May 12 @ 10:30 am

Please plan to be with us for what has become a wonderful tradition at CLC! Our children and youth will be our worship leaders at 10:30! The kids will be greeters, ushers, readers, pray-ers, singers, and deliver the message as well! It is always a joy to see our young ones take on these important roles as we praise God together!!

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COFFEE HOUR – May 12 @ 11:30 am

Join us after the 10:30 service on the following dates. Thanks to all our hosts!

May 12 – The Maurer Family May 19 – 8th Grade Families

Questions, please contact: Allison Uehling at auehling@comcast.net.

MOVIE NIGHTS – Beginning May 17 @ dusk - All are welcome!

Summer Movie Nights are back! Our free community movie nights are held the third Friday of every month May through August on the back grounds of church beginning at dusk. Our first movie is the Incredibles II on May 17.

FAITH FORMATION - May 19 @ 10:30 am service

WRAPPING UP ANOTHER YEAR OF FAITH FORMATION AT CLC!

Sunday, May 19th marks the end of our program year, including Confirmation Day for our 9th graders, and the close of the Sunday School year. Join us that morning as we celebrate our Confirmands Jake Keller and Andrew Stein with a special coffee hour after they affirm their baptisms, and give thanks for our amazing staff of teachers too:

Co-Directors: Allison Uehling, Deb Stricklin Gathering Leaders: Sharlene George, Sally Mead, Steve & Elise Seyfried 2s & 3s: Adele & Bob Kelly, Sharlene George PreK & Kindergarten: Sue Frantz, Rose Mary Vermeire, Abbey Keller 1st & 2nd: Vicky Frantz, Melissa Laffen, Beth Nussbaum, Andy & Deb Stricklin 3rd & 4th: Jillian Jacoby, Sally Mead, Sara Quinn, Steve Seyfried, Erin Stein Pre-Confirmation: John Melnick, Earl Uehling, Mary Vila Confirmation: Elise Seyfried, Pastor Vanderslice

35th ANNUAL GOLF OUTING – May 20 @ Bluestone Country Club

Whether you play golf or not, there are plenty of opportunities to support Artman during this year’s event that benefits Artman’s Benevolent Care Fund. You can also attend dinner and bid on wonderful items during the silent auction. For more information please call 877-591-7705.

REJOICING SPIRITS - May 21 @ 7 pm

Rejoicing Spirits is an innovative ministry that works to enrich the faith lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities, their families and friends and other supportive community members through a monthly worship experience. Join us on Tuesday, May 21 @ 7:00 pm in the Sanctuary.

The service is open to anyone. We also ask you to share this information to any family or individual who would benefit from this monthly worship experience.

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CLC PRESCHOOL

We are presently accepting applications for September 2019. Contact Sally Mead, director, for an application form at clcpreschool@christs-oreland.org.

FLOWER BEDS

It is finally spring and we need to spruce up the flower beds around the church! It you have had a garden before, please email Bev Bortz bwbortz@uecco.net and let her know if you can continue to care for your garden or if you want to “retire.” If you would like to adopt one of the gardens, please either email Bev or see her in church.

LUTHERAN NIGHT AT THE PHILLIES - June 7 @ 7:05 pm

CLC has a block of 30 tickets in section 315 between home plate & first base. These seats provide an excellent view of the scoreboard & game. Tickets are $38 each. Proceeds benefit the SEPA Synod Youth Trip. We will carpool as needed. Come see a Phillies game & have some fun with fellow CLC Phillies fans. Tickets are limited so reserve now. Full payment due TODAY. Contact John Frantz. johnhfrantz123@gmail.com or 215-885-4812.

GREEN TEAM TIP: Next time you’re doing a home improvement project, shop for green products to reduce your exposure to toxic chemicals, plus to support businesses who meet high environmental and social sustainability standards. More businesses will shift to eco-friendly practices when we vote with our pocketbooks. Many house-wares are unsustainably made with precious natural resources & treated with toxic chemicals, while green products help preserve the environment & make our homes healthier. Find more about green living at greenamerica.org & products at greenpages.org. --------------------------------------- DETACH HERE------------------------------------------ GERANIUMS FOR PENTECOST

I wish to purchase _____ geraniums @ $4.00 each. ______I will leave them for the church grounds. ______I will pick them up after the 10:30 service on June 9.

Name _____________________________________________

DEADLINE FOR ORDERING IS SUNDAY, JUNE 2

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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL June 24th – 28th, 2019

9 AM-12 Noon For children ages 4 to 8

NAME OF CAMPER ________________________________________ AGE _____ Unless otherwise specified, siblings will be placed in the same group/team.

PARENTS’ NAMES __________________________________________________

ADDRESS _________________________________________________________

PHONE ___________________________________________________________ E-MAIL ADDRESS ___________________________________________________ PHONE # WHILE CHILD IS IN VBS______________________________________ EMERGENCY CONTACT (NAME & NUMBER)

_________________________________________________________________ HEALTH INSURANCE PROVIDER & POLICY NUMBER

_________________________________________________________________ ALLERGIES ________________________________________________________

IF YES, WHAT IS REACTION _________________________________________________________________

OTHER MEDICAL ISSUES _________________________________________________________________

DATE OF LAST TETANUS BOOSTER ____________________________________ I certify that my child is in good health and can participate fully in the activities during VBS 2019. I give permission for the camp directors to seek emergency medical assistance for my child in case of accident or sudden illness if I cannot be reached.

PARENT’S SIGNATURE _______________________________ DATE __________ Please return to Christ’s Lutheran Church with payment of $40 per child

($80 cap per family).

REGISTRATION DEADLINE IS JUNE 1.

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THIS WEEK AT CLC Sun, May 5 8:00 am – Service in the Chapel 9:00 am – Choir Rehearsal (202) 9:00 am – Faith Formation Hour 9:15 am – Adult Bible Study (200) 10:30 am – Service in the Sanctuary 12:00 pm – Literary Ladies (Halligan’s Pub) 5:00 pm – Private Event (203) Mon, May 6 9:30 am – Monday Morning Men 6:15 pm – Adult Yoga Class (200) 7:30 pm – Boy Scout Oreland Troop 1 (Parish Hall) Tues, May 7 10:00 am – Bible Study (with Pastor Hy) 3:30 pm – Unilu Dinner 7:30 pm – Pack 88 Committee Meeting (203) Wed, May 8 6:30 pm – Pub Theology (The General) 7:00 pm – Cub Scout Wolf Cubs (203) 7:30 pm – AA (Parish Hall) Thurs, May 9 12:00 pm – 60 + Fun & Fellowship (Parish Hall) Fri, May 10 6:00 pm – Daisy Troop (203) 8:00 pm – AA (200) Sat, May 11 8:00 am – Men’s Group Breakfast (Halligan’s)

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NEXT WEEK AT CLC

Sun, May 12 8:00 am – Service in the Chapel 9:00 am – Choir Rehearsal (202) 9:00 am – Faith Formation Hour 9:15 am – Adult Bible Study (200) 10:30 am – Service in the Sanctuary 11:30 am – Coffee Hour 11:30 am – Mutual Ministry Meeting (C2J) Mon, May 13 9:30 am – Monday Morning Men 6:15 pm – Adult Yoga Class (200) 7:30 pm – Boy Scout Oreland Troop 1 (Parish Hall) Tues, May 14 10:00 am – Bible Study (203) 6:15 pm – Cub Scout Lion Cubs (203) 6:45 pm – Council Meeting (200) 7:00 pm – Cub Scout Bear Cubs (203) Wed, May 15 9:30 am – Faith Circle (kitchen) 3:30 pm – Staff Meeting (C2J) 6:30 pm – Wonderful Wednesday (TBD) 7:00 pm – Cub Scout Webelos (203) 7:30 pm – AA (Parish Hall) Fri, May 17 6:00 pm – Daisy Troop (203)

8:00 pm – AA (200) 8:00 pm – Movie Night (Incredibles II)

Looking Ahead

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL will be held June 24 – June 28 from 9 AM-12 Noon. This ministry is available for children ages 4 to 8. Registration forms, located in the lobby and on page 33, are due June 1. Got Social Media? Give us a like and a follow on Facebook at Christ's Lutheran Church, Oreland, PA and on Instagram at clc.oreland for updates, events and pictures of the church community.

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VISITOR & MEMBER INFORMATION CARD

If you are visitor or congregational member please print the information, remove from the program, & place it in the offering plate.

Today’s Date: _________________ Your Name: _____________________________________________ Address: _____________________________________________ _____________________________________________ Home phone: ___________________________________________ Cell phone: _____________________________________________ Email: _________________________________________________ I communed today. I am visiting this morning. _____ 1st time _____ 2 or more times I would like information about children’s programs. Ages _______ I would like information about church membership. My home church is: _____________________________________ _________________________________________________________ I am a member. Please note a change in my contact information. I am not currently receiving email announcements from the church office, please add me to the weekly E-News. _________________________________________________________ Prayer Requests: Please add to the prayer list: (please state relationship & reason) Message for Church Office / Pastor: