Sunday, September 25, 2022 - Order of Worship at 9 am Lutheran Church of the redeemer atlanta ga USA

Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost September 25, 2022 The Order of Worship at 9:00 am

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.

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.

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.

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ANNOUNCEMENTSWELCOME

Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God, who is eager to forgive and who loves us beyond our days. | Amen. Dear friends, together let us acknowledge our failure to love this world as Jesus does.

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God of mercy and forgiveness, we confess that sin still has a hold on us. We have harmed your good creation. We have failed to do justice, love kindness, and walk humbly with you. Turn us in a new Showdirection.usthe

path that leads to life. Be our refuge and strength on the journey, through Jesus Christ, our redeemer and friend. Amen.

Beloved of God: your sins are forgiven ☩ and you are made whole. God points the way to new life in Christ, who meets us on the road. Journey now in God’s abiding love through the power of the Holy Spirit. | Amen

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PRAYER OF THE DAY

The Lord be with you. | And also with you.

O God, rich in mercy, you look with compassion on this troubled world. Feed us with your grace, and grant us the treasure that comes only from you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. | Amen

Please use the Prayer Request link here or on the webpage to submit your Seatedrequests.

CHILDREN’S SERMON

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THE HOLY GOSPEL

Luke 16:19-31

Jesus tells a parable in which the poor one is “lifted up” and the rich one is “sent away empty.” Jesus makes it clear that this ethic of merciful reversal is not new but is as old as Moses and the prophets.

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[Jesus said:] “There was a rich man who was dressed in purple and fine linen and who feasted sumptuously every day. And at his gate lay a poor man named Lazarus, covered with sores, who longed to satisfy his hunger with what fell from the rich man’s table; even the dogs would come and lick his sores. The poor man died and was carried away by the angels to be with Abraham. The rich man also died and was buried. In Hades, where he was being tormented, he looked up and saw Abraham far away with Lazarus by his side. He called out, ‘Father Abraham, have mercy on me, and send Lazarus to dip the tip of his finger in water and cool my tongue; for I am in agony in these flames.’ But Abraham said, ‘Child, remember that during your lifetime you received your good things, and Lazarus in like manner evil things; but now he is comforted here, and you are in agony. Besides all this, between you and us a great chasm has been fixed, so that those who might want to pass from here to you cannot do so, and no one can cross from there to us.’ He said, ‘Then, father, I beg you to send him to my father’s house for I have five brothers that he may warn them, so that they will not also come into this place of torment.’ Abraham replied, ‘They have Moses and the prophets; they should listen to them.’ He said, ‘No, father Abraham; but if someone goes to them from the dead, they will repent.’ He said to him, ‘If they do not listen to Moses and the prophets, neither will they be convinced even if someone rises from the dead.’ ”

The Gospel of the Lord. | Praise to You, O Christ.

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PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION

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

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in mercy, fill your church with righteousness, faith, love, endurance, and gentleness. Empower the baptized by your Spirit to be rich in good works and ready to share. Send your Holy Spirit to this church, as Redeemer plans together what facilities will equip us to best be your hands and feet in our community. God of grace, | hear our prayer.

Protect the earth and its creatures. Preserve threatened ice caps, glaciers, parks, and beaches. Cool the ocean waters and calm the storms that can turn destructive. God of grace, | hear our prayer.

Increase justice in nations, local governments, and courtrooms. Guide lawyers and those who hold public office to act with compassion and discernment including official of the City of Atlanta and Fulton County. God of grace, | hear our prayer.

Give food to the hungry. Set the captives free. Lift up those who are bowed down. Watch over the stranger. Tend to those who are ill (especially). Stir us to act in the best interest of our neighbors. God of grace, | hear our prayer.

Enliven our praise. Inspire musicians, artists, poets, and all who create beauty in this place including our choirs, bell choirs, cantors, jazz musicians, and organists. God of grace, | hear our prayer.

Enfold the saints who have died in the arms of your loving care especially Al, Arlin, and Edner. Grant that the holy angels accompany us and bring us to eternal life with them in the light of your presence. God of grace, | hear our prayer.

Gathered together in the sweet communion of the Holy Spirit, gracious God, we offer these and all our prayers to you; through Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.

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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 let us know you worshiped with us today by using the I’m Worshiping link as you would the attendance pad at church.

GATHERING OF GIFTS

Please use the Help and Give links to support the ministry of Redeemer. MUSIC by Redeemer Jazz Trio Standing OFFERING PRAYER

Gracious God, in your great love you richly provide for our needs. Make of these gifts a banquet of blessing, and make us ready to share with all in need; through Jesus Christ, who sets a table for all. | Amen

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.

Honor and glory be to you, Lord God of all the ages; we give you thanks for the joy of your creation, and praise for your liberating love.

Searching and yearning God, you enter the wilderness and sweep the dark corners of our world because you hate nothing that you have made and long to draw us back to your heart. In Christ Jesus, you came into the world to save sinners, to welcome them, and to eat with them. You spread a table in our sight and invite us to join you in glory.

In the night in which he was betrayed, 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.

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.

Now send down your Holy Spirit, that your people who have strayed like lost sheep may dwell in the paths of righteousness and that these gifts of

bread and wine may be for us the body and blood of your Son Jesus FindChrist.those

who are lost; reach any who have strayed; pursue all who seem determined to wander further and further from your fold.

Heal your earth; where the fruitful land is waste and void, where the mountains are quaking, and the birds of the air have fled, bring hope, transformation, and deliverance.

Redeem your creation in the power of your Spirit and draw all things through the free gift of your Son into the glory of your presence, now and forever. | Amen.

Gathered into one by the Holy Spirit, let us pray…

LORD’S PRAYER

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.

INVITATION TO COMMUNION

Christ invites you to this table. Come, taste and see. 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

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

Let us pray. | God of the abundant table, you have refreshed our hearts in this meal with bread for the journey. Give us your grace on

the road that we might serve our neighbors with joy; for the sake of Jesus Christ, our Lord.

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

BLESSING

God, who gives life to all things and frees us from despair, bless you with truth and peace. And may the holy Trinity, ☩ one God, guide you always in faith, hope, and love. | Amen.

HYMN 723 Canticle of the Turning

Today, we celebrate 40 years of Love that we call the Lutheran Community Food Ministry.

“In January 1982, Redeemer was asked by St Luke Episcopal Church if we would serve as an overflow warming location for neighbors without shelter whom they welcomed into their church as a refuge from unseasonably cold temperatures. Redeemer responded by opening up Zittrouer Hall, and members began serving our guests pimento cheese sandwiches and coffee. After all, it’s rude not to offer one’s guests something to eat.

Redeemer’s Social Ministry (now called Community Engagement) recommended a one-month pilot program for 50 guests each weekday, which the Congregation Council approved. Redeemer is now 500 months into the pilot program we now call the Lutheran Community Food Ministry. Please join us in the Sims Atrium to hear and see how our 40 years of love for Lutheran Community Food Ministry has evolved to being “beyond soup” and even pimento cheese sandwiches.

The Redeemer Concert Series concert scheduled for this afternoon WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR A LATER DATE

Master Planning Update

The creative and imaginative part of our master planning process is well underway. All nine of our Subject Area Groups have met, and our members are dreaming BIG for Redeemer! It is exciting to see the common themes that weave through the various sessions-family life center, rooftop garden, alternative worship space, theater, outdoor classroom, covered outdoor concert space, music rooms, and even a coffee shop! These are only a few of the dreams that over two hundred of our members have discussed during this important visioning phase. Our consultants continue to 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. Anyone in the congregation who was unable to attend one of the Subject Area Group Visioning Sessions is encouraged to attend our final gathering on October 2. This two-hour visioning session will be both in person and online, and the insights and results will be posted on a special page on our website.

Final Meeting

• Catch All: Sunday, October 2, 12:30 PM | Rudisill Hall/Zoom

YOUTH

High School Parents and College Parents

Gathering | Sunday, Oct. 2

Join for monthly fellowship time from 10:00 am-10:45 am in the Library

Join Redeemer High School Youth for our 2023 Ski Retreat!

February 17-20, 2023 at Lutherock

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!).

Youth Acolyte/Worship Training | Sunday, Oct. 2 | Following 11am worship

All youth are expected to serve and worship during church services as part of their Confirmation experience. Those who have not been trained or served in worship before, please ensure you attend. You can also attend if you need a refresher. Give Pastor Jonathan a heads-up if you plan on attending.

High School Youth Mission Trip Meeting

Sunday, Oct. 2 | Following 11am worship | Reception Room

We request that at least one parent attends along with the youth.

Middle School Youth Mission Trip and High School Youth Mission Trip Signups

The votes are in! Our Middle School Youth will head to Bayou La Batre in Summer 2023, and our High School Youth will head to Puerto Rico in Summer 2023. If your Middle School and High School youths are interested in attending, please sign up with Hillary by Sunday, October 2.

YOUNG ADULTS

Young Adult Small Group

Our fall series begins with the book Crazy Love: Overwhelmed by a Relentless God by Francis Chan, led by group member Robert Boyd. We meet from 10-10:45 in Katy’s Corner (corner of the upstairs hallway near the front elevator with comfy chairs). Reading in advance is not required. Join any week!

CHILDREN AND FAMILIES

Sunday School Classrooms Continue

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. New students are welcome any week. You can register at this link, and we accept registration at the door if you have not done it in advance. Sunday School is for ages 2- 5th grade. Interested in volunteering with Sunday School? Speak to Deacon Mary about volunteer opportunities.

Monster Mash Candy Drive

We are gearing up for Halloween fun again this year! You can help us provide this safe and fun Halloween event for children and their families by donating candy and party favors from now to October 23rd. Please choose only from the Amazon list at this link, which will be shipped directly to the church. See Deacon Mary with questions.

KEYSTONE 65+ MINISTRY

Keystone Time Together Worship and Luncheon

Tuesday, September 27, 2022 | 12-2 | Sanctuary, and Sims Atrium

An uplifting 30-minute worship service with communion in the sanctuary and a message from Pastor Ron. After worship, we will enjoy lunch, and one another’s company in Sims Atrium.

CONGREGATIONAL CARE

New Member Class continues | 10-10:45 am

People interested in joining Redeemer will begin a 5-week series of new member classes in which we will get to know one another, Redeemer, and the Lutheran faith. If you are interested in participating in class, please register here.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT

Midtown Assistance Center (MAC) grand opening! Wednesday, Sept. 28 | 10 am MAC recently began welcoming clients in its new home in the heart of Midtown at 613 Spring Street. The new and completely renovated location offers more than two and a half times the square footage of its former home, with more space for client services, an expanded food pantry, and additional space for staff and volunteers. As a Midtown community member, the grand opening will give you a chance to learn more about MAC's mission and how your team can engage with MAC.

Visit https://www.redeemer.org/blog/this-week/ for Zoom Links

Sunday, September 25, 2022

Event Time Location Worship

9 am (Jazz) and 11:00 am

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Carillon Ringers

Tuesday, September 27

Morning Bible Study

Keystone Time Together

Pr Jonathan book study

Wednesday, September 28

Early Birds Bible Study Wednesday night

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9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

9:45 AM – 10:45 AM

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9:30 AM 12:30 PM 7:00 PM 8:30 PM

7:30 AM 9:30 AM 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM 5:00 PM 6:00 PM

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 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM 7:00 PM – 7:30 PM 7:30 PM 9:00 PM

In-person/ Livestream Sims

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Thursday, September 29

Lectionary Study

Liberation Thoughts II

Leadership Dinner Tolkien Group 5:00 PM 6:00 PM 6:00 PM -7:30 PM 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM 7:30 PM 9:00 PM

Friday, September 30

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Women’s Retreat Lutheranch

Saturday, October 1

Hope thru Soap Mitri/University Gala Viewing Party

8:00 AM 2:00 PM 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

4th Street Lot Rudisill Hall

731 Peachtree Street, NE, Atlanta, Georgia 30308

www.redeemer.org | 404.874.8664 | Emergency Line: 404.874.9759

The Rev. Mark H. Larson

Senior Pastor, ext. 201

The Rev. Dr. Ronald Bonner Pastor for Community Engagement, ext. 203

The Rev. Jonathan Trapp Pastor for Faith Formation, ext. 233

The Rev. Jenny McLellan......................................... Pastor for Congregational Care, ext. 224

STAFF

Bob Boyd Director of Operations and Finance, ext. 232

Kofi Broadnax Property Administrator, ext. 210

Alexa Brooks Receptionist, ext. 200

Seth Brown................................................................... Facilities and Media Director, ext. 218

Michael Clarke LCFM Chef, mclarke@redeemer.org

Robin Durdin

Office Administration Director, ext. 204

Kate Elkins Preschool Director, ext. 252

Kira Garvie Scholar, kgarvie@redeemer.org

David Hansen

Adult Choral Director, ext. 236

Sarah Hawbecker & Children’s Music Director, ext. 206 Deacon Mary Houck & Family Ministries Director, ext. 227

Jennifer Isaacson Information Director, ext. 237 Hillary Nelson Youth Director, hnelson@redeemer.org Stacey Williams Head of Security