Announcements
Sunday’s Radio Broadcast is sponsored by Larry & Judy Olsen.
Attendance for October 10-11 was 101 and offering was $1,728.
Youth Fall Fun Day! Grades 6-12 are invited to join us at Nick and Ellen Von Ohlen’s house, 88790 600th Ave., Alpha, on Sat. 10/24, 3-9pm. (Rain date Sun. 10/25, 3-9pm.) Bonfire, Games, Weenie Roast, and more!
Help fund necessary repairs to our roof and HVAC system. We have raised $13,908 of our $100,000 goal. Designate your gift to “Capital Campaign.”
Quilt Auction — The women’s workshop is offering a beautiful quilt at a silent auction to raise money for our roof repairs. You may view the quilt and place your bids in the Concourse until Monday, October 19.
Wednesday evening Youth activities are in full swing, and it’s not too late to join in. Lighthouse Children’s Ministry is for preK-5th every Wednesday from 6-7pm. Branches is for 9th-12th every Wednesday, 7-8pm.
Missionary Fund Balance is $5,550 towards our goal of $9,000.
Operation Shoebox — October’s theme is Games & Toys. Visit our website or check the lists on the table in the concourse.
Make worship more fun — consider purchasing an item from the Amazon wishlist for our Prayground: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/17W1YKRYO565B
In Our Prayers
Steven Hansen; Rachel Grunst; Richard Seim; Karen Ringkob; Barrett Berkner; Matthew Jensen; Richard Dickey; Cheri Groshens; Steve Fransen; Mary & Rich Oben; the family and friends of Gabby Lusk, especially Sue; and the family and friends of Bill Jandera, especially Terri, Deb Eidem, and Jessica Crissinger
Missionaries: Rev. Enrique Estrada
Order of Service
ELW Setting Four (p. 138)
| Element | Item | Hymn / Page |
|---|---|---|
| Prelude | ||
| Confession and Absolution | ||
| Gathering Hymn | All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name! | ELW 634 |
| Apostolic Greeting | ||
| Canticle of Praise | Gloria | ELW 4, p. 148 |
| Prayer of the Day | ||
| First Reading | Isaiah 45:1-7 | |
| Psalm | Psalm 96 | |
| Second Reading | 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 | |
| Gospel Acclamation | ELW 172 | |
| Holy Gospel | Matthew 22:15-22 | |
| Children’s Sermon (Sat.) | Brynn Jordahl | |
| Faith Adventure kids dismissed (Sun.) | ||
| Sermon | Pastor Ted Carnahan | |
| Hymn of the Day | Holy God, We Praise Your Name | ELW 414 |
| Apostles’ Creed | ||
| Prayers of Intercession | ||
| Peace | ||
| Offering | ||
| Offertory Hymn | Let the Vineyards Be Fruitful | ELW 182 |
| Offertory Prayer | ||
| Great Thanksgiving | ELW 4, sung | |
| Preface for Sundays | ||
| Sanctus | ELW 4, p. 153 | |
| Words of Institution | ||
| Lord’s Prayer | ||
| Distribution | ||
| Agnus Dei | ELW 4, p. 154 | |
| Distribution Hymns | Take My Life, That I May Be | ELW 583 |
| Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ | ELW 674 | |
| Post-Communion Blessing | ||
| Post-Communion Canticle | Thank the Lord and Sing His Praise | LBW Setting 2 |
| Post-Communion Prayer | ||
| Benedicamus and Benediction | ||
| Sending Hymn | God, Whose Almighty Word | ELW 673 |
| Dismissal | ||
| Chimes & Postlude |
Worship Servants
| Role | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|
| Greeters | Hans & Carol Carlson | Kristin Hanson |
| Ushers | Hans & Carol Carlson | Larry Olsen |
| Lector | Connie Myers | Nancy Edlin |
| Sacristan | Kaleen Schultz | Sara Anderson |
| Acolytes | Brynn Beckel | Cora Condon and Brettly Steffensen |
| Council member | Kevin Nelson | Nancy Garvin |
| Projectionist | Anneliese Carnahan | Wayne Christopher |
| Radio Announcer | — | Sharon Anderson |
Calendar
| Day | Events |
|---|---|
| Sunday, October 18 | 9:00am Worship (Radio: KKOJ) 10:00am Adult Bible Study No Confirmation |
| Monday, October 19 | 10:00am Women’s Workshop 10:30am Communion at Good Sam 2:00pm Communion at Temperance Lake 5:15pm Congregation Council |
| Tuesday, October 20 | 8:30am Women’s Bible Study |
| Wednesday, October 21 | 1:00pm Release Time 3:00pm Confirmation Class 5:30pm Hand Bell Choir practice 6:00pm Lighthouse Children’s Ministry 7:00pm Branches Youth Group |
| Thursday, October 22 | 8:00am Men’s Bible Study 5:30pm Beer and Theology |
| Saturday, October 24 | 3:00pm Fall Fun Day and Bonfire 5:00pm Worship |
| Sunday, October 25 Confirmation Sunday | 9:00am Worship (Radio: KKOJ) 10:00am Adult Bible Study 6:00pm Confirmation Class |
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