311 Second Street Schwenksville, PA 19473

Phone - 610-287-7104 Fax - 610-287-7992

Email - jelcsecretary@verizon.net

Web Site: www.jelc.org

Mission Statement

SOW. The Gospel of Jesus the Christ to all generations

GROW. His followers into spiritually mature disciples

GO. Back into the world to serve others in His name

July 15, 2021

Mary, Mother of Our Lord

9:30 AM Worship Service

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Sunday, August 15 9:30 AM In-person & live stream worship service w/ ASP Report

11:00 AM In-person worship service in Sanctuary. Masks are required.

Thursday, August 19 9:30 AM Care Team Meeting (YC)

Sunday, August 22 9:30 AM In-person & live stream worship service

Welcome! We are so glad you have chosen to join with us today as we gather in worship to give thanks to our gracious and loving God. Many have found this community helpful for their spiritual journey. We hope you find in us the open and welcoming arms of God.

If you have particular needs and/or questions please speak with an usher. Again, thanks for spending a little time with us.

THIS WEEK AT JERUSALEM

WELCOME

The People of Jerusalem Congregation, Ministers Reverend Stanley Steele, Pastor

David A. Crist, Director of Music Glenda Ortiz, Secretary

OFFICE HOURS Tue thru Thurs 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Closed Fridays

Phone - 610-287-7104 Fax - 610-287-7992 Email - jelcsecretary@verizon.net

Pastor Stan’s Cell Phone - 240-707-1969

David Crist: (610) 489-3320 Email: dcrist27@gmail.com

Jerusalem Lutheran Nursery School and Day Care 610-287-6360

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PRELUDE “My Soul Proclaims Your Greatness, Lord” Davenport

WELCOME

*CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS

All may make the sign of the cross, the sign marked at baptism, as the presiding minister begins.

Blessed be the holy Trinity, one God, whose steadfast love is everlasting, whose faithfulness endures from generation to generation. Amen.

Trusting in the mercy of God, let us confess our sin.

Silence is kept for reflection.

Reconciling God, we confess that we do not trust your abundance, and we deny your presence in our lives. We place our hope in ourselves and rely on our own efforts. We fail to believe that you provide enough for all. We abuse your good creation for our own benefit. We fear difference and do not welcome others as you have welcomed us. We sin in thought, word, and deed. By your grace, forgive us; through your love, renew us; and in your Spirit, lead us; so that we may live and serve you in newness of life. Amen.

Beloved of God, by the radical abundance of divine mercy we have peace with God through Christ Jesus, through whom we have obtained grace upon grace. Our sins are forgiven. Let us live now in hope. For hope does not disappoint, because God’s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit. Amen.

*HYMN “Sanctuary” Lord, prepare me to be a sanctuary, pure and holy, tried and true; With thanksgiving, I'll be a living sanctuary for You. (Sing three times.) Words and music: John Thompson and Randy Scruggs, ©1982 Whole Armor/Full Armor, admin. by LITA Music/Justin Peters.

*GREETING

*KYRIE (SUNG) Response: Lord, have mercy.

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*HYMN OF PRAISE “This Is the Feast” This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Worthy is Christ, the Lamb who was slain, whose blood set us free to be people of God. Power and riches, wisdom and strength, and honor and blessing and glory are his. This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Sing with all the people of God, and join in the hymn of all creation: Blessing and honor, glory and might be to God and the Lamb forever. Amen. This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. For the Lamb who was slain has begun his reign. Alleluia. This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.

*PRAYER OF THE DAY

SCRIPTURE Today’s Readings insert

*GOSPEL ACCLAMATION ALL: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. CANTOR: Greetings, O favored one! The Lord is with you. The Holy Spirit will come upon you. ALL: Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia, alleluia.

*GOSPEL READING P: The holy gospel according to Luke. C: Glory to you, O Lord.

The gospel concludes P: The gospel of the Lord. C: Praise to you, O Christ.

INSTRUMENTAL MEDITATION “The Angel Gabriel from Heaven Came” Ashdown SERMON

*HYMN “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” Come, thou Fount of ev’ry blessing, tune my heart to sing thy grace; streams of mercy, never ceasing, call for songs of loudest praise. While the hope of endless glory fills my heart with joy and love. teach me ever to adore thee; may I still thy goodness prove.

Oh, to grace how great a debtor daily I’m constrained to be; let that grace now like a fetter bind my wand’ring heart to thee. Prone to wander, Lord, I feel it; prone to leave the God I love. Here’s my heart, oh, take and seal it; seal it for thy courts above.

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*APOSTLES’ CREED I believe in God, the Father almighty,

creator of heaven and earth. 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.

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.

*PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH

*SHARING OF THE PEACE Please wave to maintain safe non-contact and social distancing. The peace of the Lord be with you all! And also with you.

CHILDREN’S MESSAGE

*OFFERING PRAYER God of goodness and growth, all creation is yours, and your faithfulness is as firm as the heavens. Water and word, wine and bread: these are signs of your abundant grace. Nourish us through these gifts, that we might proclaim your steadfast love in our communities and in the world, through Jesus Christ, our strength and our song. Amen.

*GREAT THANKSGIVING (SUNG) 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.

*PREFACE

*HOLY, HOLY, HOLY Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might. Heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.

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*EUCHARISTIC PRAYER

*LORD’S PRAYER Lord, remember us in your kingdom and teach us to 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.

* INVITATION TO COMMUNION

*DISTRIBUTION

*COMMUNION BLESSING

*POST COMMUNION HYMN O Lord, now let your servant depart in heav’nly peace, for I have seen the glory of your redeeming grace: a light to lead the nations unto your holy hill, the glory of your people, your chosen Israel.

*PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION

*BLESSING

*HYMN “My Soul Proclaims Your Greatness” My soul proclaims your greatness, Lord; I sing my Savior’s praise! You looked upon my lowliness, and I am full of grace. Now ev’ry land and ev’ry age this blessing shall proclaim— great wonders you have done for me, and holy is your name.

To Israel, your servant blest, your help is ever sure; the promise to our parents made their children will secure. Sing glory to the Holy One, give honor to the Word, and praise the Pow’r of the Most High, one God, by all adored. Words based on the Magnificat, ©1995 Augsburg Fortress.

*DISMISSAL Go in peace. Christ is with you. Thanks be to God.

POSTLUDE “Finale on ‘Nettleton’ ” Cherwien

Lyrics of music in this service reprinted by permission of ONE LICENSE #A-709774 and CCLI license #1509573. All rights reserved.

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Outdoor Worship Service & Church Picnic: Join us for a time of fellowship, friends, food and fun! We are happy to be able to host our annual outdoor worship service and church picnic at Upper Salford Park. Worship and Music Committee will provide hotdogs, meatballs, BBQ, and buns. We ask that everyone attending bring either a salad or dessert. Please see email for more information and Sign-up Genius link for RSVP.

JLNSDC Help Wanted: Hir ing Teacher ’s aid, full time position, Monday - Friday, hours from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM. Please contact Mrs. Judy or Mrs. Rachel at 610-287-6360.

Help Wanted: As you all know, we have been streaming our worship services since early on in this pandemic. Appreciation, thanks, and praise are for Michael Mancini. We need extra sets of helping hands to continue live streaming recording during the summer. Please reach out to Mike Mancini or Tony Damiani for availability and training.

The Evelyn F. Loeb Fund is or iented to helping those in need with expenses for shelter, utilities, food, heat and/or educational expenses and especially to families with young or school age children. Anyone in Montgomery or it’s bordering counties can apply for assistance through the Fund. The fund is administered by a committee at Jerusalem Lutheran Church. If you know someone who is in need and would like a copy of the application, or if you have any questions, please reach out to Glenda (jelcsecretary@verizon.net) or Andy Englehart (andrew.englehart@gmail.com).

Prayer List: We are in the process of updating our prayer list. If there’s anyone who needs to be added to our prayer list please let either Pastor Stan or Glenda Ortiz know. If there’s anyone that can be removed from our prayer, kindly let us know as well.

Altar Flowers: If you would like to sponsor altar or chancel flowers, please feel free to request them either one of three options: Regular sign-up sheet on the Bulletin Board in the Narthex, Sign-up Genius shared through email, or contacting the church office to be added to the sponsor list schedule.

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You may support this ministry by placing your offering in the offering plate near the door or going to jelc.org/giving. Thank You!

COMING EVENTS & NOTES...

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A Ushers: Chas & Gina Weygand

Stream Team: Tony Damiani

Cantor: Audrey Stroman

Lector: Glenda Ortiz

Counters: Tim & Nancy Arnold

Altar Guild: Rose Kohler & Ardie Mussleman

PRAYER CONCERNS….

PRAYERS FOR SPIRITUAL & PHYSICAL HEALING & RENEWAL

Betty Annis, Barbara Augastine, Brenda Belville, Jim Bender, Kent Bentchler, Renee Boll, Mary Ellen Brown, Paul Carr,

Susan Cicchetti, Renee Cohen, Ernie & Noel Cole, Diane Corso, Garrett Coyne, Bill & Mary Cressman, DaSilva Family,

Rita & Skip Dickey, Joe Dildine, Scarlett Eccker, Betty Erwin, Debbie Feichthaler, Carolyn Ford, Maureen Garrett, Stephen Garrett, Kenny Goldfeder, Sadie Grater, Susanna Gregor,

Christine Halter, Kristina Hering, Marion Herden, Debbie Hershberger, Larry Hostetter Morgan (Smith) Jordan,

Gayle Joseph, Mason Kazmar, Emily Kiefaber, Dennis Kohrherr, Dorothy Kovacs, Lory Leiby, Debra Lerfald, Jane Markley,

Roderick Matthews, Molly McDaniel, Diane Moore Christian, Janet & Steve Neumann, Peggy O’Bryan, Fred Orrik, Susan Pongras,

Howard Rentchler, Virginia Rex, Albert Robinson, Dorothy Seitz, Amy Schlitter, Bernie Slemmer, Karen Smith, Lisa Smith, Chuck Stauber,

Tiffany Spangenberg, Donna Stevenson, Lou & Elaine Troisi, Underkoffler Family, Dee Walsworth, Sue Wentzel,

& Don Whitko.

PRAYERS FOR THOSE SERVING IN THE MILITARY Tony Bennett, Cameron Cook, Timothy Donley, David Ellis,

Dennis Flynn Jr., Chuck Jefferis, Patrick Kelly, Michael Radicioni, & William Reimers.

ASSISTING MINISTERS SERVING TODAY