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Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 4, 2022
The Order of Worship at 9:00 am
Please use the links available on the viewing page to let us know that you are worshiping with us, to submit any prayer requests, to let us know if you need help or are available to help a neighbor, and to continue giving financially to support the ongoing ministries of Redeemer.
We continue to monitor the latest information regarding the spread of COVID-19 in our community. At this time, the wearing of face coverings onsite is optional and left to personal preference. Knowing that individuals and families have varying needs at this time, the balcony is reserved as a mask required area.
As always, we pray that worship at Redeemer is a blessing for you, even as your participation blesses us, whether we are gathering in the name of Christ in person or online. As you are comfortable, we encourage you to sing the hymns and to sing or speak the congregational portions of the liturgy in bold type. This bulletin contains content protected by copyright and is provided only for you to participate in worship. Please delete or destroy any physical or digital copy of the material following the service.
ANNOUNCEMENTSWELCOME
CONFESSION
2 Standing HYMN 234 Lord, I Want to Be a Christian
Standing PRAYER OF THE DAY
Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God, whose steadfast love endures forever. | Amen. Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another. Kneeling or seated Merciful God, we confess that we have not followed your path but have chosen our own way. Instead of putting others before ourselves, we long to take the best seats at the table. When met by those in need, we have too often passed by on the other side. Set us again on the path of life. Save us from ourselves and free us to love our neighbors. Amen. Hear the good news! God does not deal with us according to our sins but delights in granting pardon and mercy. In the name of ☩ Jesus Christ, your sins are forgiven. You are free to love as God loves. | Amen.
The Gospel of the Lord. | Praise to You, O Christ.
The Lord be with you. | And also with you. Direct us, O Lord God, in all our doings with your continual help, that in all our works, begun, continued, and ended in you, we may glorify your holy name; and finally, by your mercy, bring us to everlasting life, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. | Amen. Please use the Prayer Request link here or on the webpage to submit your Seatedrequests.
If he cannot, then, while the other is still far away, he sends a delegation and asks for the terms of peace. So therefore, none of you can become my disciple if you do not give up all your possessions.”
The Holy Gospel according... | Glory to you, O Lord.
CHILDREN’S SERMON Standing THE HOLY GOSPEL Luke 14:25 33
Seated SERMON Pastor Mark H. Larson
Now large crowds were traveling with [Jesus;] and he turned and said to them, “Whoever comes to me and does not hate father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, yes, and even life itself, cannot be my disciple. Whoever does not carry the cross and follow me cannot be my disciple. For which of you, intending to build a tower, does not first sit down and estimate the cost, to see whether he has enough to complete it? Otherwise, when he has laid a foundation and is not able to finish, all who see it will begin to ridicule him, saying, ‘This fellow began to build and was not able to finish.’ Or what king, going out to wage war against another king, will not sit down first and consider whether he is able with ten thousand to oppose the one who comes against him with twenty thousand?
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Jesus speaks frankly about the costs of discipleship. Those who follow him should know from the outset that completing the course of discipleship will finally mean renouncing all other allegiances.
4 Standing HYMN 802 Let Us Ever Walk with Jesus
For the nations and those in authority: for the elected leaders of our towns, states, and country, and for international organizations. Raise up citizens who make decisions in the best interest of their neighbors. God of grace, | hear our prayer.
God of grace, | hear our prayer.
For the well being of the earth and all who labor to protect and heal its creatures, its trees and forests, its land that will yield fruit this season, and its streams and other bodies of water.
As scattered grains of wheat are gathered together into one bread, so let us gather our prayers for the church, those in need, and all of God’s good Wecreation.pray for the church around the world and for the mission of the gospel. Refresh the hearts of your people, deepen our understanding of every good thing we share, and strengthen our partnerships in the faith.
For all in need: for those who suffer from disease, who struggle with homelessness or food insecurity, for those trapped in exploitative employment, and for all in this community who need your care God(especially).ofgrace, | hear our prayer.
For this community of faith: for all our labors begun, continued, and ended in you that they glorify your holy name. Bless your people with the strength to live into their many vocations for the sake of the world. God of grace, | hear our prayer. We give thanks for the saints who now rest from their labors (especially Peter Claver, priest and missionary). Give us faith, like them, to love you with all our hearts, and by your mercy, bring us to everlasting life. God of grace, | hear our prayer.
Kneeling or seated PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION
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We pray especially for our core spiritual partner organizations: Lutheran Community Food Ministry, Grace House Campus Ministry, Lutheran Towers Senior Living, and Goshen Valley Foster Care. God of grace, | hear our prayer.
GATHERING OF GIFTS
Standing PEACE
Standing OFFERING
GREAT THANKSGIVING
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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. 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,
Gathered and resting in the Holy Spirit, gracious God, we offer these and all our prayers to you; through Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.
Please let us know you worshiped with us today by using the I’m Worshiping link as you would the attendance pad at church.
The peace of Christ be with you always. | And also with you. Please share a sign of blessing with your fellow worshipers in whatever way is comfortable for you.
Please use the Help and Give links to support the ministry of Redeemer.
MUSIC by Redeemer Jazz Trio
Seated
PRAYER God of abundance: you have set before us a plentiful harvest. As we feast on your goodness, strengthen us to labor in your field, and equip us to bear fruit for the good of all, in the name of Jesus. | Amen.
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 glory and honor, now and forever. Amen. Gathered into one by the Holy Spirit, let us pray…
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.
In Christ’s presence there is fullness of joy. Come to the banquet. Seated
All who seek to meet the Risen Christ in the bread and wine are invited to receive Holy Communion
Those who are worshiping online can join the pastors on Zoom for communion following the postlude. Link
INVITATION TO COMMUNION
Remembering, therefore, his death, resurrection, and ascension, we await his coming in glory.
LORD’S PRAYER
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Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to drink, saying: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me.
our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks; broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying: Take and eat; this is my body, given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.
BLESSING
The God of peace, Father, ☩ Son, and Holy Spirit, bless you, comfort you, and show you the path of life this day and always. | Amen.
HYMN 660 Lift High the Cross
8 Standing The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. | Amen Let us pray. | Life-giving God, through this meal you have bandaged our wounds and fed us with your mercy. Now send us forth to live for others, both friend and stranger, that all may come to know your love. This we pray in the name of Jesus. Amen SENDING God blesses us and sends us in mission to the world.
POSTLUDE by Redeemer Jazz Trio
Featured Events YOUTH
Upcoming Subject Area Gatherings: Education, Wednesday September 7, 6:30 PM, Reception/Zoom Community Outreach, Sunday, September 11, 1 PM, Rudisill/Zoom Financial Development, Wednesday, September 14, 6:30 PM, Reception Room/Zoom Member Care, Thursday, September 22, 6:00 PM, Rudisill Hall/Zoom Please Click Here to sign up for any gathering if you have not already expressed interest.
Our ministry teams and staff have been busy meeting with our Master Planning consultants completing an analysis of the current use of our facilities. Now that the analysis work is done, it is time to begin the creative, imaginative part of our planning.
Go in peace. Love your neighbor. | Thanks be to God.
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While our Ministry Teams have already been invited to take part, everyone in the congregation is encouraged to attend any of the gatherings that interest them. These two hour gatherings will be in person and online, and the insights and results will be posted on a special page on our website.
On Sunday, September 11, our Middle School and High School Youth will head to the Atlanta Community Food Bank to work the afternoon shift (1:30 pm 4:30 pm).
LAST WEEK AT REDEEMER Attendance for August 28: In person: 220, Livestream: 201, Facebook: 40
In the next few months, our consultants will lead us through discerning how we can best develop our campus to enhance our ministries, strengthen our financial future, and enlarge our impact in this community and region.
NEXT WEEK AT REDEEMER 14th Sunday after Pentecost Master Planning Update
Our High School Youth Camping Trip is from Friday, September 23 to Sunday, September 25 at Lake Hartwell State Park. This will be a fun and faith filled time with lots of fellowship in-store. Please RSVP by Sunday, September 18, for planning purposes to Nikki Chunn.
Confirmation Youth and Parents Meeting at 9:45 AM in Fireside High School Sunday School at 9:45 AM in the Youth Lounge. Join Redeemer High School Youth for our 2023 Ski Retreat! February 17 20, 2023 at Lutherock
Sunday, September 11 High School Parents and College Parents monthly meeting, 10 AM in the library.
Our Confirmation students are invited to attend our Fall Confirmation Retreat from Friday, September 23 to Sunday, September 25. Our theme is "The Sacraments." We'll live out that theme through worship, team building activities, fellowship time, and more! You won't want to miss this fun and faith filled weekend! Please get in touch with Hillary to get signed up by Sunday, September 18.
Middle School Youth Mission Trip and High School Youth Mission Trip Interest Due By September 11. Please fill out this link by Sunday, September 11. Sign up nowspots go quick! Please stay tuned for updates!
WORSHIP
Please check your schedules and let us know if you are interested in joining us for fellowship, faith, skiing, and snow tubing. Please let Hillary know if you’re interested by Sunday, October 2 in putting this on your calendar, so we can reserve the correct accommodation site at Lutherock (these spots go fast!).
Volunteers10 must be 12 years and up. Volunteering is a great opportunity, and you can earn service hours! Please get in touch with Hillary if you can help, and she will send you the volunteer information. Please RSVP before September 4.
Our Redeemer Youth and families will be heading to the Braves game on Sunday, October 2. The game is at 1:35 pm vs the Mets. Come hang with other Redeemer youth and their families for the last Braves game of the season! Please email Hillary to get the link to sign up and reserve your tickets by September 2.
Join us for Worship! There’s nothing better than worshiping together joyfully and getting to know our neighbors who join us for Rejoicing Spirits! Our next service will be on Sunday, September 11 at 3:30 pm. Come to make a joyful noise and share your gifts with this special worship community. Worship is hybrid and you can join either on Zoom or in person in Rudisill Hall.
Rejoicing Spirits Next Sunday: God’s Treasures
We are very excited about opening Sunday School in in person classrooms again for the first time since 2019. A Zoom classroom option will also be offered. We kicked things off with Sing and Play on August 28, and our first day in classrooms will be September 11. You can register at this link, or speak to Deacon Mary with any questions. Sunday School is for ages 2- 5th grade. Interested in volunteering with Sunday School? Speak to Deacon Mary about volunteer opportunities.
Children who have turned two by August 1 and their parents are invited to a Faith Stepping Stone event called Welcome to Sunday School from 10 10:45. We will talk about what Sunday School is and each child will receive a Spark Bible and a blessing for their year of learning ahead.
Young Adults Lunch Together Next Sunday
Lutheran Campus Ministries at Georgia Tech & Redeemer
Beginning Sunday, September 11
• Mindfulness, Prayer, and Meditation
ELCA Southeastern Synod | Guardian Angel Training
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CHILDREN AND FAMILIES
Two Year Old Faith Stepping Stone Next Sunday
Saturday, September 17, 2022 | 9:30 am- 1:30 pm | St. John’s Lutheran Church
Accompanying Migrant Minors with Protection, Advocacy, Representation, and Opportunities Free registration at https://se reg.brtapp.com/gatraining
Fan of Georgia Tech? Love campus ministry? Just hungry? Join the team at Grace House for lunch. Hear the ways they serve college students today. Consider partnering with their important work. RSVP at gracepeople.org/redeemerADULTFAITHFORMATION
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Meet in Sims Atrium near the red doors after the 11:00 service on Sunday, September 11 to walk to lunch somewhere in the neighborhood. This is a casual time to catch up with each other and get to know other young adults at Redeemer. Come join us!
Join Ed Scherlacher for study in spiritual practices that can help draw us together and see how God is working in our lives.
YOUNG ADULTS
Sunday School Classrooms Next Week!
Celebrating 65 Years of Ministry Together September 18, 2022 | 12:15 pm | Rudisill Hall
4:00 PM 5:00 PM 4:45 PM 6:15 PM 6:00 PM 7:00 PM 6:00 PM 7:00 PM 6:15 PM 6:45 PM 6:30 PM 8:00 PM 7:00 PM 7:30 PM 7:00 PM 7:30 PM 7:00 PM 7:30 PM 7:30 PM 9:00 PM
Visit https://www.redeemer.org/blog/this-week/ for Zoom Links
Sunday, September 4, 2022 | Event Time Location Worship 9 am (Jazz) and 11:00 am In-person/ Livestream Monday, September 5 Labor Day Church office Closed
Tuesday, September 6 Morning Bible Study Pr Jonathan book study 7:30 AM 9:30 AM 5:00 PM 6:00 PM
Rudisill Hall/Zoom Zoom Wednesday, September 7 Early Birds Bible Study Wednesday night
12 • Gift Class Led by Joe Lukas • Be Still & Journey
• Conversations
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Thursday, September 8 Liberation Thoughts II Out of Hand Theatre Event Tolkien Group 6:00 PM -7:30 PM 6:00 PM 8:30 PM 7:30 PM 9:00 PM
Our women’s group continues on and will, as always, read thought provoking and important books that help us incorporate our faith into our daily lives. Coffee with the Pastor
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Ever had any questions for the pastor who was preaching that day? This is your opportunity to ask them! Join the preaching pastor in Sims Atrium for coffee and conversation following the 11am service. on Christian Responsibility Calendar for September 4 September 10, 2022
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