9-25-22 Grace-Sahuarita Worship Folder

THE SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST

Welcome to Grace!

Our mission at Grace is to teach the inspired and inerrant Word of God, to proclaim that Jesus Christ is the crucified and risen Savior of the world, and to nurture believers for lives of Christian service.

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WORSHIP NOTES

We are very pleased that you have joined us for worship today! We pray that this time will be a blessing for you as God comes to you with his Word and promises, and as you offer him your thanks and praise.

The worship service is printed in this worship folder for you to follow along and participate. You’ll notice that the service is a dialogue between God and us, his people. The pastor speaks to God along with the congregation and also speaks the Word of God to the people. Those wishing to leave an offering can do so at the exit today or give online at www.GraceLutheranSAZ.org/give. (You can also scan the QR code to the right to access the online giving page.)

Today we are using elements from the new Christian Worship hymnal. You will find these blue worship books in the hymnal pocket in each row. You will be asked to open the hymnal to participate in parts of the service today. We hope this will help our members and friends become better acquainted with these new books.

OUR WORSHIP SERIES HARD TRUTH

“Jesus went through the towns and villages, teaching as he made his way to Jerusalem” (Luke 13:22). Jesus knows that when he gets to Jerusalem, he is going to die. If you expect Jesus to use these final teaching opportunities to share happy thoughts, you don’t know him well. With a sense of extreme urgency, Jesus shares truths we need to hear, even if we do not want to hear them. As Jesus teaches hard truth, he challenges conventional wisdom. He reverses the normal and natural order of things. This should not surprise us, considering this Teacher’s life and work are the opposite of what one would expect.

When the truth is hard to hear, the first temptation is to deny it. We cannot do that with Jesus’ teaching, for he never lies. When the truth is hard to hear, the second temptation is to simply ignore it. To do that with Jesus is to court eternal death. Thus, Jesus’ words contain an urgent warning: Listen! Take to heart what Jesus says! For his Word, though it contains hard truth, gives eternal life.

We Want Peace, but God’s Word Divides

The First Will Be Last; the Last Will Be First The Humble Will Be Exalted; the Exalted Will Be Humbled Put Down What You Love; Pick Up What You Loathe The Found Are Left; the Lost Are Found

Serve God with Money; You Can’t Serve God and Money What Seems to Help in Life Fails in Death; What Seems to Fail in Life Helps in Death

The hard truth we will hear today is this: while great wealth may gain you the admiration and respect of the world, being true to Scripture is more likely to gain you scorn and ridicule. Yet those who find the help they need in God rather than in money will never be disappointed. In death they will receive a reward that dwarfs even the best things money can buy. Please join us again next week as we begin a new worship series: “Lord, Increase Our Faith.”

Please stand

INVOCATION

Minister: In the name of the Father and of the Son (+) and of the Holy Spirit.

Congregation: Amen.

CONFESSION OF SINS

If we claim to be without sin, we deceive ourselves and the truth is not in us.

If we confess our sins, God is faithful and just and will forgive us our sins and purify us from all unrighteousness.

Let us confess our sins to the Lord.

Holy God, gracious Father, I am sinful by nature and have sinned against you in my thoughts, words, and actions. I have not loved you with my whole heart; I have not loved others as I should. I deserve your punishment both now and forever. But Jesus, my Savior, paid for my sins with his innocent suffering and death. Trusting in him, I pray: God, have mercy on me, a sinner.

Silence for meditation and reflection

Our gracious Father in heaven has been merciful to us. He sent his only Son, Jesus Christ, who gave his life as the atoning sacrifice for the sins of the whole world. 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.

Amen.

The words of the invocation remind us that the God we meet and worship here is the true and triune God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

1 John 1:8 9

“Therefore confess your sins to each other and pray for each other so that you may be healed.” James 5:16 Christ gave the authority to forgive the sins of penitent sinners to his church: “Whenever you forgive people’s sins, they are forgiven.” John 20:23 OF WORSHIP

OPENING HYMN Speak, O Savior, I Am Listening Christian Worship 631

Mark 10:47

Kyrie is the Greek word for Lord. The expression “Lord, have mercy” is one of the oldest worship responses in the Christian Church.

LORD, HAVE MERCY Kyrie

In peace let us pray to the Lord. Lord, have mercy.

For the peace from above and for our salvation, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, have mercy.

For the peace of the whole world, for the well being of the Church of God, and for the unity of all, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, have mercy.

For this holy house and for all who offer here their worship and praise, let us pray to the Lord. Lord, have mercy.

Help, save, comfort, and defend us, gracious Lord. Amen.

Luke 2:14

Christians praise God by proclaiming the great things he has done to accomplish our rescue from sin. “Glory to God in the Highest” has been a Christian song of worship since the fourth century.

GLORY BE TO GOD Gloria in Excelsis

Please join in singing the response below following a brief introduction.

PRAYER OF THE DAY

The Lord be with you. And also with you.

Let us pray.

Mercifully grant, O God, that your Holy Spirit may in all things direct and rule our hearts, for without your help we are unable to please you; through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Amen.

Please be seated

FIRST READING Amos 6:1-7

1 Woe to you who are complacent in Zion, you who feel secure on Mount Samaria, you distinguished people of the leading nation, to whom the house of Israel comes.

At the time of Amos, the Israelites enjoyed peace and prosperity, but spiritually they were drifting away from the L . The prophet warns not to let prosperity provide a false sense of security. THE WORD

2 Travel to Kalneh and look. Go from there to Hamath Rabbah, and go down to Gath of the Philistines. Are you better than those kingdoms? Are their territories greater than your territory?

3 You who are trying to put off the evil day, you bring near the session for violence!

4 Those who lie on ivory beds, sprawling upon their couches, eating lambs from the flock and calves straight from the stall,

5 improvising tunes on the lyre, composing music for themselves on musical instruments like David,

6 drinking large bowls of wine they slather themselves with the most expensive perfumed oils, but they do not grieve over the ruin of Joseph.

7 That is why they will go into exile as the first of the exiles. Those who sprawl out at their feasts for the dead will depart. The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Because the Lord is our helper in both life and death, in all aspects of life we strive to live for him.

SECOND READING Hebrews 13:1-6

1 Continue to show brotherly love. 2 Do not fail to show love to strangers, for by doing this some have welcomed angels without realizing it.

3 Remember those in prison, as if you were fellow prisoners, and those who are mistreated, as if you yourselves were also suffering bodily.

4 Marriage is to be held in honor by all, and the marriage bed is to be kept undefiled, for God will judge sexually immoral people and adulterers. 5 Keep your life free from the love of money, and be content with what you have. For God has said:

Deuteronomy 31:6

I will never leave you, and I will never forsake you.

6 So then we say with confidence:

Psalm 118:6

The Lord is my helper, and I will not be afraid. What will man do to me?

The Word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

We stand out of respect for the words of Christ, our Savior and King. The Gospel Acclamation points toward the words of the Gospel.

Please stand

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Luke 16:31

Alleluia. If they do not listen to Moses and the Prophets, they will not be convinced even if someone rises from the dead. Alleluia.

19 “There was a rich man who was dressed in purple and fine linen, living in luxury every day. 20 A beggar named Lazarus had been laid at his gate. Lazarus was covered with sores and 21 longed to be fed with what fell from the rich man’s table. Besides this, the dogs also came and licked his sores. 22 Eventually the beggar died, and the angels carried him to Abraham’s side. The rich man also died and was buried. 23 In hell, where he was in torment, he lifted up his eyes and saw Abraham far away and Lazarus at his side. 24 He called out and said, ‘Father Abraham, have mercy on me! Send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue, because I am in misery in this flame.’

25 “But Abraham said, ‘Son, remember that in your lifetime you received your good things, and Lazarus received bad things. But now he is comforted here, and you are in misery. 26 Besides all this, a great chasm has been set in place between us and you, so that those who want to cross from here to you cannot, nor can anyone cross over from there to us. ’

27 “He said, ‘Then I beg you, father, send him to my father’s home, 28 because I have five brothers to warn them, so that they will not also come to this place of torment.’

29 “Abraham said, ‘They have Moses and the Prophets. Let them listen to them.’

30 “‘No, father Abraham,’ he said, ‘but if someone from the dead goes to them, they will repent.’

31 “Abraham replied to him, ‘If they do not listen to Moses and the Prophets, they will not be convinced even if someone rises from the dead.’”

The Gospel of the Lord. Praise be to you, O Christ.

Please be seated

CHILDREN’S MESSAGE

Please fill out the Friendship Register located in the red folder in your row and pass it along. Thank you!

Jesus tells us a parable about two men, one whose confidence was in his wealth, another whose confidence was in his God.

Matthew 6 and Luke 11

record how Jesus taught his disciples to pray. We use his example prayer as part of our public worship, trusting that he will hear and answer our prayers. During the singing of this hymn, children ages 1 8 are excused to attend Children’s Church in the CLC Building. Parents can pick up their children there following the service.

LORD’S PRAYER

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. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.

The Apostles’ Creed developed in the Early Christian Church as a personal confession of faith. It is so named because it confesses the faith taught by the Apostles of Jesus.

CONFESSION OF FAITH Apostles’ Creed

I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, his 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 into hell.

The third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty. From there he will come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

Please stand

HYMN OF THE DAY Lord, Thee I Love with All My Heart Christian Worship 817

SERMON Luke 16:19-31 Earth vs. Heaven

PRAYER OF THE CHURCH

Eternal Lord, give us peace as we ponder the good news that you forgive our sins in Christ. Lead us to see clearly the path you have laid out for us.

Work in us so that we believe and live the Word we have heard today.

Provide courage and compassion to all who preach and teach your Word. Fill them with a love like yours as they proclaim your grace to us and all people. Move us to love all ministers of the Word wherever they serve.

Guard and guide the families of our congregation. Lead husbands and wives to love each other with commitment, respect, and patience. Help parents to grasp the eternal value of keeping their children close to Jesus all their lives. Grant joy to those who are single, and make them a blessing to others.

Protect us from the temptations that surround us; give us pure hearts and minds.

Provide wisdom and insight to those who make laws and set policies. Give us respect for those who protect us from crime. Lead us to value the rights of our fellow citizens and to defend those who cannot defend themselves.

Bless our land with peace and prosperity so that the gospel may be proclaimed to all.

Give us passion to share the story of your love with our family and friends. Overcome unbelief, and open the hearts of people everywhere to believe the good news that Jesus has forgiven their sins and opened the gates of heaven.

Fill us with joy over every sinner who repents and comes to trust in you.

Extend your healing power to those who are sick and suffering in body or mind. Give patience and compassion to all who care for the sick and dying. Lift the eyes of the distressed to your love in Christ.

Hear us, Lord, as we pray in silence.

Silent prayer

Gracious God, you govern and direct all things and you love all people. Hear our prayers, spoken and silent, and answer them in your wisdom and grace.

In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

Brief intercessory prayers may be added in a fitting place.

CLOSING PRAYER

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.

Amen.

The blessing of Aaron has been spoken over God’s people for over 3,500 years. The L said, “In this way they will put my name on [them], and I will bless them.” Numbers 6:27

LORD’S PRAYER

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. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.

BLESSING

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.

Amen.

Please be seated

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CLOSING HYMN Lord, Dismiss Us with Your Blessing Christian Worship

Children’s Church

Children ages 1 8 will be dismissed from our worship service today during the hymn before the sermon to attend Children’s Church. Parents, following worship, please pick your child up from the gymnasium in the CLC building.

Friendship Register

We would like to have a record of both members and guests who are worshiping with us. Please sign the red Friendship Register book located along the center aisle in the hymnal rack.

Devotional Books

Grace Moments and Meditations daily devotional books are on the Welcome Desk in the entryway. A new Grace Moments with devotions beginning October 1 is now available.

Sunday Morning Bible Study

“God just wants me to be happy.” “God helps those who help themselves.” These and other popular, positive, catchy statements might sound good, but do they really fit with what the Bible says? This morning we began a brand new Bible study, “10 Lies About God.” This study will help us respond to false teachings about God and to defend what the Bible teaches. Now would be an excellent time to make this study a part of your Sunday routine! Class is held at 9:00 AM in the CLC gymnasium.

Tucson Campus Ministry Bible Study: TONIGHT & Wednesday

Join us tonight at 7:00 PM in the Student Center at Grace-Tucson for TCM’s Bible Study

“Favoritism & Love” based on James 2:1 13. We will consider how college aged Christians can show a real life that comes from a real faith. Refreshments and games are also provided.

Additional Bible Study: Join us on the UA Mall next to Old Main this Wednesday at 6:30 PM. We will discuss "Dead Faith and Living Faith" from James 2:14-26. This same material will be discussed again in our Sunday, October 2, Bible Study.

TODAY

Wednesday Bible Study

Our midweek Bible study topic is entitled The Precious Position of a Woman of God. It might surprise some to know how highly God speaks of women in the Bible and how much he prizes them. The secular world certainly does not characterize Christianity and the Bible that way. Perhaps you have not always felt that women are precious to God or have been uncertain about the God-given roles for men and women. All are invited to join Pastor Heiman for a comprehensive look at the many things God has to say about the importance and value of women and get to know some of the Bible’s notable women. Please join us on Wednesday at 10:00 AM in the church entryway.

Church History Bible Study: Wednesday at Tucson

The Church History Bible Study meets on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM and 7:00 PM in the Grace Tucson Fellowship Hall. We hope you will join us as we continue discussing the Church during the Enlightenment (approximately 1650 1800 A.D.).

Women’s Bible Study: Thursday at Tucson

The study of “Prepared to Answer,” a book by Pastor Mark Paustian, a professor at Martin Luther College, tackles common questions and viewpoints that come from nonChristians and even Christians on subjects like: “Do you really believe in miracles?” “But I’m pro choice.” “There are no moral absolutes.” “There are things I’ll never be able to forgive.” “With so many interpretations and denominations, who can say who is right?” “Why doesn’t he answer my prayers?” Each question is handled in just a handful of pages, so it is easy to jump into the study at any time, even if you can’t make it each week. The book is provided at no cost to you and is yours to keep. Invite a friend and Join Pastor Koehler for what should be a very helpful study for us and for those we have discussions with about such things. This class meets on Thursdays at 9:00 AM in the Grace Tucson Fellowship Hall.

Grow in Grace Class

Would you like to learn more about our risen Savior Jesus, about the Bible that tells us about him, and about what Grace Lutheran Church believes and teaches? Our congregation offers a series of Bible based lessons called Grow in Grace. Grow in Grace also serves as our membership class for those who may be interested in joining the church. If you would be interested in scheduling a Grow in Grace Class, please speak to Pastor Heiman, or register your interest at GraceLutheranSAZ.org/ GIG.

WELS Youth Night—Tucson: October 1

Gather with your fellow high school students in the greater Tucson area. Learn and grow together as Christians. Have fun and be encouraged in your faith! WELS Youth Night Tucson will meet at Grace Tucson on Saturday, October 1, from 6:00 to 8:30 PM. Experience an inspiring evening of games, music, God’s Word, small group discussion, and fun as we consider “How to Use the Power of God.” Register today at GraceLutheranSAZ.org/YouthNight or by scanning this QR code.

Choir: October 6

Ephesians 5:19: “Speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord.”

Choir is starting up again here at Grace-Sahuarita and we would like to invite you to join us in serving Christ through music! We don’t have a regular schedule, but we normally meet on Thursday afternoons! Our first rehearsal is Thursday, October 6, at 3:45 PM. If you are interested but that is not a time that works for you, please contact me and we will try to accommodate what is best for everyone. At this time, we are looking for a commitment through Christmas. It is a wonderful opportunity to serve Christ and our church and to enjoy beautiful music and fellowship! Please contact Teri Guenther at (520)235-1177 or TeriGuen@msn.com with any questions or interest! Come and make a joyful noise!

TCM Pumpkin Painting: October 15

Tucson Campus Ministry is hosting a light lunch and pumpkin painting on Saturday, October 15, at 11:30 AM. Any and all are invited to come to the Grace Tucson Fellowship Hall for this free event. Questions? Contact Campus Pastor Tim.

Bridal Shower: October 16

All ladies of the congregation are invited to a bridal shower for Nicole Weinstein on Sunday, October 16, at 1:00 PM in the Grace Tucson Fellowship Hall. Nicole and Pastor Seth Scheuerlein will be married in November and are registered on Amazon. Please RSVP to Christa Kassulke (520)9754181 or Stephanie Weinstein (520)909 0822.

Spanferkelfest: October 22

ALL Grace members from all sites are invited to attend the 2nd Annual Spanferkelfest Outreach Event being held on Saturday, October 22, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Grace Tucson. What a great opportunity to invite your unchurched friends and/or neighbors for an afternoon of fun! This year’s pig roast will be done on a spit with additional side dishes provided. There will be music, raffles, games, and activities for kids including a bounce house! We hope you will join us for this fun event! If you have any questions about Spanferkelfest, please contact Jenn Miller (520)909 2115 or Holly Vaden (208)922 9884.

CLC Help Needed

Grace Lutheran Child Learning Center is looking for kind, caring individuals to volunteer. We have a couple of different volunteer opportunities available. One opportunity is to volunteer at the front desk. This requires answering the phone and letting parents in to drop off or pick up their child. We are also in need of help working with individual students in the 3-year-old and 4-year-old classrooms. This will require a fingerprint clearance card, which we will help you get. If you feel like you would enjoy helping with either of these options or have any questions, please reach out to Jenna Dietrich, CLC Office Manager, or Laura Heiman, CLC Director at (520)848 4630.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Grace Child Learning Center and Fry’s

Our Child Learning Center (CLC) is enrolled in the Community Rewards Program at Fry’s. This program allows a percentage of your spending to be donated to the CLC. We would greatly appreciate it if you could create an account and link it to our organization. The link is: https:// www.frysfood.com/account/communityrewards and our organization code is CV025. If you have any questions, please contact the CLC office at (520)848-4630. Feel free to share this with friends who are not members of Grace too!

Foodie Club at Esmond Station

Teachers at Esmond Station School (the location where our Vail members worship), have started an after school “Foodie Club” for the students to teach them about different cultural meals. We would like to help out and sponsor this group! Recipes from different cultures and gift cards to any grocery store are needed. Recipes can be emailed to Laura Hodgson (irish_mom@live.com) or dropped off in the church office. Gift cards can also be dropped off in the church office. If you have any questions, please contact her at the above email address or call her at (520)780 1743.

ACSTO

It is now easier than ever to support Grace members attending WELS schools in Arizona! If you owe taxes to the state of Arizona, you can, up to certain limits, donate to a school tuition organization and receive a dollar for dollar credit on your state income taxes. This program has been in place for many years already, but our partner, the Arizona Christian School Tuition Organization (ACSTO), has made it even easier by allowing you to designate "Grace Lutheran Southern AZ Church Members." All money they receive designated in this way (other than a percentage for expenses) will be used to award scholarships to our students who are attending Redeemer Lutheran School or Arizona Lutheran Academy. Using this designation will help us track how well we are making use of the resources available to us and will help make sure that our students are all receiving the help that they need.

You may not be thinking about taxes right now, but if you have never used this program before, this would be a great time to learn more. Ask for help, check out the ACSTO website (ACSTO.org), or even consider having part of your paycheck withheld to make use of the tax credit. Jeff Weinstein, a member of Grace, is ACSTO's representative for WELS schools. You can reach him at 520-9097649 or jweinstein@acsto.org with your questions.

SAHUARITA

Today Adult Bible Study: 10 Lies About God 9:00a

Children’s Sunday School 9:00a Worship Service 10:00a

Wednesday

NO Midweek Bible Study

The Precious Position of a Woman of God NO Grow in Grace Class

Next Sunday, October 2

Adult Bible Study: 10 Lies About God 9:00a

Children’s Sunday School 9:00a Worship Service with communion 10:00a

VAIL Today

Children’s Sunday School 9:00a

Adult Bible Study: Male & Female He Created Them 9:00a Worship Service 10:00a Fellowship following worship

Thursday

Midweek Bible Study: 10 Lies About God 6:30p

Next Sunday, October 2

Children’s Sunday School 9:00a

Adult Bible Study: Male & Female He Created Them 9:00a Worship Service with communion 10:00a Fellowship following worship

ONLINE

Today

Adult Bible Study (Tucson) 9:00a Worship Services (Tucson and Sahuarita) 10:00a

Next Sunday, October 2

Adult Bible Study (Tucson) 9:00a Worship Services (Tucson and Sahuarita) 10:00a

TUCSON

Today

Worship Services

7:45a & 10:00a

Children’s Bible Hour 8:45a

Adult Bible Study: 10 Lies About God 9:00a

Lifeliners (High School) Bible Study 9:00a

Site Ministry Team Meeting 11:15a

TCM Bible Study: Favoritism and Love 7:00p

Tuesday Weekly Pastors’ Meeting 9:00a English Classes 6:30p

Wednesday

Midweek Bible Study: Church History 10:00a & 7:00p

TCM Bible Study (on campus) 6:30p

Dead Faith and Living Faith

Thursday

Women’s Bible Study: Prepared to Answer 9:00a Handbell Rehearsal 5:30p Worship Choir 6:45p

Saturday Youth Night 6:00p

Next Sunday, October 2

Worship Services with communion 7:45a & 10:00a

Children’s Bible Hour 8:45a

Adult Bible Study: 10 Lies About God 9:00a

Lifeliners (High School) Bible Study 9:00a

TCM Bible Study: Dead Faith and Living Faith 7:00p

BENSON

Today

Worship Service 7:30a Bible Study following worship: 1 Corinthians

Wednesday

Midweek Bible Study: The Large Catechism 10:00a

Next Sunday, October 2

Worship Service with communion 7:30a Bible Study following worship: 1 Corinthians

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Grace Lutheran Church is a member of the Wisconsin Evangelical Lutheran Synod (WELS), a group of nearly 400,000 men, women, and children in nearly 1,300 congregations across the United States and Canada united by a common faith in Christ's saving love. We are committed to a common calling encouraging each other in our faith and sharing God's gift of a Savior with the rest of the world.

For more information about our synod and what we believe visit: www.wels.net

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