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IMMANUEL EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH
3184 Church Street · PO Box 739 · Manchester, MD 21102
Our mission as disciples of Jesus, is to commit ourselves to making Christ known through
worship, service, outreach, learning, and loving one another
9am Sunday, in the Sanctuary
August 15, 2021
Twelfth Sunday after Pentecost
New Member Sunday
Lector: Sandy Voight
Here are our current COVID protocols:
• Mask wearing is optional for fully vaccinated worshipers.
All others please wear masks except to receive communion.
• Please maintain distancing of at least three feet except for those of the same household.
• Seating will be in every other pew to maintain distancing,
and in distanced chairs in the overflow area (Sunday School Auditorium) if needed.
• We will continue to use downloadable bulletins to keep worship as contact-free as possible.
Printed bulletins are available at the welcome table for those who need them.
• To prevent virus spread, please keep congregational responses and singing at very low volume.
• For Communion, worshipers will proceed down the center aisle, maintaining distancing,
to receive communion from the pastor, who will place the wafer in the open palm to avoid
physical contact. After consuming the wafer, please move to either side and take a pre-filled cup
(avoid touching other cups), drink the juice and place the empty cup in the basket by the side aisle
before returning to your seat.
• Please maintain distancing when leaving the sanctuary row by row, from back to front.WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
• Worship Services at Immanuel:
o Service of Word and Prayer: Saturday 5PM & Sunday 10:30 AM on Zoom
livestreamed on Facebook
o Sunday Sanctuary Service 9AM: New Member Sunday
recorded on Facebook.
o Next Sunday: Holy Baptism Sunday Aug. 22, 9 am
• Welcome, New Members!
Today we welcome new members Jean Thomas and Elizabeth & Jerica Nelson, and associate
members Pat & Roy Hodgson. May God bless them, as they will be a blessing to us!
• Upcoming Events
o Christian Education / Youth Meeting: Monday 7pm on Zoom
o Food Distribution: Tues & Sat, 10 – 11:30am
o ‘Tough Questions’ Tuesday Bible Study: Tuesday 3pm on Zoom
o Meet with Scout Leaders: Tuesday 7pm on Zoom
o Confirmation Class: Wednesday 7pm in the Sunday School Auditorium
o Church Picnic: Sunday, Sept. 12. Save the Date! Details to follow.
• Stephen Ministry News
o Immanuel is a Stephen Ministry congregation with trained volunteers providing spiritual
care and support for those who are struggling. Leader: Connie Dattilio.
o Let us know if you would like to learn about becoming a Stephen Minister or to recommend
someone in need of a Stephen Minister.
• August Mission Offering: Baltimore Lutheran Campus Ministry.
o Mission: Pointing to Jesus and living out his love.
o We are followers of Jesus and those who want to learn more about him.
o We serve our neighbors in the name of Christ.
o We gather to eat, worship, celebrate and struggle together.
o Our ministries look a little different on each of our three campuses, but we have two things
that bind us together- the One we follow and the food we gather around.
o To learn more, visit our website: www.baltimorelutherancampusministry.org
o The Rev. Laura Sinche is pastor and is active on three campuses: Towson University,
UMBC and Morgan State.
• New Church Directory Photography Dates (Coordinator: Debbie Mace):
▪ Monday, Sept. 20 & Tuesday, Sept. 21, from 2:00 PM – 8:30 PM at Immanuel.
▪ You will have a professional photography session, schedule a ZOOM meeting to
see your proofs, and receive a free 8x10 portrait and free directory.
▪ The directory WON’T BE COMPLETE WITHOUT YOU!
Make your appointment now – on our website, at church or call Debbie Mace at
443-244-0358. Or scan this QR code with your smartphone. You may also schedule
a multi-family photo session.
PRAYER CONCERNS
Family of Linda Harmony Ray Lewis Pat Walton
Heidi Hess Eric Kelsoe John Adcock
Max Yingling Gloria Bryant Shawn Utz
Adrian Lund Pastor Charlene Barnes Kathy Hintz
Rosemary Whitehead Angela Keefer Rosalie Bailey
John Calhoun Dana Kline Scotty, Brittany & Joey Pomales
2Pastor Eileen Kelly-Warner David & Darlene Barnhart Gary Eppley
Brenda Murray Craig Schenning Bill & Delores Whitehead
Fred & Arlene Linker Mike Day Frank Sentous
Esther Miller Bri Murphy Pam Mullins
Courtney Coppa Bruce Klinedinst Jeremy Birnie
Ardice Holbrook Steve Yelton Dolly Ruby
Nelson Dorsey Ron & Ryan Whitehead Cheryl Myers
Milford Batters Lorrie Marshall
Ruth Ridgely Pam Miller
Tony Haines Jeff Dell
PRELUDE
Selected Jerry Hoffman, Organist
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GATHERING HYMN ELW #485 vs 1,2
O Jesus, Joy of Loving Hearts Jerry Hoffman, Organist
1 O Jesus, joy of loving hearts, 2 We taste you, ever-living bread,
the fount of life, the light of all: and long to feast upon you still;
from ev'ry bliss that earth imparts we drink of you, the fountainhead;
we turn, unfilled, to hear your call. our thirsting souls from you we fill.
Text: attr. Bernard of Clairvaux, 1091-1153; tr. Ray Palmer, 1808-1887, alt. Public Domain.
GREETING
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God,
and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you.
PRAYER OF THE DAY
Let us pray… A brief silence is kept before the prayer.
Ever-loving God, your Son gives himself as living bread for the life of the world.
Fill us with such a knowledge of his presence
that we may be strengthened and sustained by his risen life
to serve you continually, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Amen.
FIRST READING PROVERBS 9:1-6
Wisdom is portrayed as a woman who invites people to partake of her banquet. Just as ordinary food is necessary
for physical life, Wisdom’s food—insight and understanding—is necessary for fullness of life with God. Partaking of
Wisdom’s banquet is the way to life.
Wisdom has built her house, she has hewn her seven pillars.
She has slaughtered her animals, she has mixed her wine, she has also set her table.
She has sent out her servant-girls, she calls from the highest places in the town,
“You that are simple, turn in here!” To those without sense she says, “Come, eat of my bread
and drink of the wine I have mixed. Lay aside immaturity, and live, and walk in the way of insight.”
The word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
SECOND READING EPHESIANS 5:15-20
True wisdom integrates our new reality in Christ with our Christian fellowship and daily conduct. Because we are
filled with the Spirit, Christians regularly rejoice together, give thanks to God for one another, and care for one
another. In this way we revere our Lord Jesus Christ.
Be careful then how you live, not as unwise people but as wise, making the most of the time, because
the days are evil. So do not be foolish, but understand what the will of the Lord is.
3Do not get drunk with wine, for that is debauchery; but be filled with the Spirit, as you sing psalms and
hymns and spiritual songs among yourselves, singing and making melody to the Lord in your hearts,
giving thanks to God the Father at all times and for everything in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ.
The word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
GOSPEL JOHN 6:51-58
The Holy Gospel according to John.
Glory to you, O Lord.
In John’s gospel, the feeding of the five thousand leads to extended teaching in which Jesus identifies himself
as the true “bread of life.” Finally, in these verses, he makes a connection that would not be understood until
after his death, in light of the church’s celebration of holy communion.
[Jesus said,] “I am the living bread that came down from heaven. Whoever eats of this bread will live
forever; and the bread that I will give for the life of the world is my flesh.”
The Jews then disputed among themselves, saying, “How can this man give us his flesh to eat?”
So Jesus said to them, “Very truly, I tell you, unless you eat the flesh of the Son of Man and drink his
blood, you have no life in you. Those who eat my flesh and drink my blood have eternal life, and I will
raise them up on the last day; for my flesh is true food and my blood is true drink. Those who eat my
flesh and drink my blood abide in me, and I in them. Just as the living Father sent me, and I live
because of the Father, so whoever eats me will live because of me. This is the bread that came down
from heaven, not like that which your ancestors ate, and they died. But the one who eats this bread
will live forever.”
The Gospel of the Lord.
Praise to you, O Christ.
YOUNG PEOPLE’S MESSAGE
SERMON
HYMN OF THE DAY ELW #723 verses 1 & 2
Canticle of the Turning Jerry Hoffman, Organist
1 Mysoul cries out with a joyful shout 2 Though I am small, my God, my all,
that the God of my heart is great, you work great things in me,
And my spirit sings of the wondrous things And your mercy will last
that you bring to the ones who wait. from the depths of the past
You fixed your sight on your servant's plight, to the end of the age to be.
and my weakness you did not spurn, Your very name puts the proud to shame,
So from east to west shall my name be blest. and to those who would for you yearn,
Could the world be about to turn? You will show your might,
My heart shall sing of the day you bring. put the strong to flight,
Let the fires of your justice burn. for the world is about to turn.
Wipe away all tears, for the dawn draws near, My heart shall sing of the day you bring.
and the world is about to turn. Let the fires of your justice burn.
Wipe away all tears, for the dawn draws near,
and the world is about to turn.
Text: Rory Cooney, b. 1952, based on the Magnificat Text © 1990 GIA Publications, Inc., 7404 S. Mason Ave., Chicago, IL 60638. www.giamusic.com.
800.442.3358. All rights reserved. Used with permission under ONE LICENSE #728550-A
WELCOMING NEW MEMBERS
Dear friends, we give thanks for the gift of baptism and for these people, one with us in the body of
Christ, whom we welcome into the life and ministry of this congregation as new members: Jean
Thomas and Elizabeth & Jerica Nelson; and as associate members: Patricia & Roy Hodgson,
members of Prince of Peace Lutheran Church in Rosedale, Maryland.
4With the whole church, let us confess our faith.
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.
In baptism, we are welcomed into the body of Christ and sent to share in the mission of God.
We are called to live among God’s faithful people, to hear the word of God and share in the Lord’s
supper, to proclaim the good news of God in Christ through word and deed, to serve all people,
following the example of Jesus, and to strive for justice and peace in all the earth.
Beloved in Christ, do you intend to continue in the covenant of your baptism among God’s people in
this place?
New Members respond: I do, and I ask God to help and guide me.
People of God, do you promise to support and pray for these new members in their life in Christ?
We do, and we ask God to help and guide us.
Let us welcome our new brother and sisters in Christ to this community of faith.
We rejoice with you in the life of baptism.
Together we will give thanks and praise to God
and proclaim the good news to all the world.
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION
Rooted in Christ and sustained by the Spirit,
we offer our prayers for the church, the world, and all of creation.
A brief silence.
God of wisdom, enlighten your church. Guide theologians, biblical scholars, authors, and seminary
professors as they seek greater knowledge and invite others into deeper understanding. Teach us to
ask faithful questions and open our minds to new ideas.
God, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
God of creation, mend the earth. Cool warming oceans and preserve melting ice caps. Increase our
awareness of changing climate patterns and reveal new approaches to the ecological challenges we
face. Shield those in the path of hurricanes, tropical storms and wildfires.
God, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
God of all nations, direct our leaders. Grant them courage to lay aside political grudges and renew
their determination to address difficult conflicts. Guide them in the work of reconciliation.
God, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
God of compassion, tend to the wounded. Rescue those tormented by mental illness or mired in
addiction. Ease the anxiety of those struggling with dementia. Come quickly to help all who are
grieving and all those who suffer, including all on our prayer list and those we name before you…
God, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
5God of beauty, inspire artists. Bless those whose visual and musical gifts enliven this assembly. Bless
the creative work of poets, hymnwriters, composers, painters, sculptors, and others that enrich our
worship and daily life.
God, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
We give you thanks for our new members Jean, Elizabeth, Jerica, Patricia and Roy, whom you have
drawn to yourself by the love of Jesus Christ and whom we have welcomed into this household of
faith. Keep us close together in your Spirit, in the breaking of bread and the prayers, and in service to
others.
God, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
God of resurrection, bring us to new life. Give us the living bread from heaven through which we
abide in your love, and on the last day raise us with all the saints to eternal life.
God, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
We lift these and all our prayers to you, O God, confident in the promise of your saving love;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
PEACE
The peace of the Lord be with you always.
And also with you.
OFFERING
We deeply appreciate your faithful and generous support during this time of crisis.
You may place your offering in the appropriate basket on the welcome table as you
enter or leave. Or you may mail your offering to the church office or give online
through our church website www.immanuellutheranccmd.org or the Tithe.ly app at
https://tithe.ly/give. Thank you for helping us pursue God’s mission together!
OFFERING SONG ELW #490 verses 1 & 2
Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence Jerry Hoffman, Organist
Let all mortal flesh keep silence, King of kings, yet born of Mary,
and with fear and trembling stand; as of old on earth he stood,
ponder nothing earthly-minded, Lord of lords in human vesture,
for with blessing in his hand in the body and the blood,
Christ our God to earth descending he will give to all the faithful
comes full homage to demand. his own self for heav'nly food.
Text: Liturgy of St. James; tr. Gerard Moultrie, 1829-1885, alt.
Public Domain.
OFFERING PRAYER
Jesus, Bread of life, you have set this table with your very self, and called us to the feast of
plenty. Gather what has been sown among us, and strengthen us in this meal.
Make us to be what we receive here, your body for the life of the world. Amen.
DIALOGUE
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
It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in all places
give thanks and praise to you, almighty and merciful God, through our Savior Jesus Christ;
6who on this day overcame death and the grave, and by his glorious resurrection
opened to us the way of everlasting life.
THANKSGIVING AT THE TABLE
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.
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.
Send your Spirit upon us and this meal: as grains scattered on the hillside become one bread,
so let your Church be gathered from the ends of the earth,
that all may be fed with the Bread of life, your Son.
Through him all glory and honor is yours, Almighty Father, with the Holy Spirit,
in your holy Church, both now and forever. Amen.
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 has set the table with more than enough for all. Come!
COMMUNION SONG
Lamb of God
Text and music © 1978 Lutheran Book of Worship, admin. Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Used with permission under One License # 728550-A
DISTRIBUTION OF COMMUNION
Proceed down the center aisle (remember to maintain social distancing). The pastor will place the wafer in the
open palm to avoid physical contact. After consuming the wafer, move to either side and take a pre-filled cup
(avoid touching other cups). Drink the juice and place the empty cup in the basket by the side aisle.
Return to your seat.
POST COMMUNION BLESSING
The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. Amen.
7PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION
Jesus, Bread of life, we have received from your table more than we could ever ask.
As you have nourished us in this meal, now strengthen us to love the world with your own life.
In your name we pray. Amen.
BLESSING
The blessing of God, who provides for us, feeds us, and journeys with us,
☩ be upon you now and forever. Amen.
SENDING HYMN ELW #547
Sent Forth by God’s Blessing Jerry Hoffman, Organist
1 Sent forth by God's blessing, With praise and thanksgiving
our true faith confessing, to God ever-living,
the people of God the tasks of our ev'ryday life we will face—
from this dwelling take leave. our faith ever sharing,
The supper is ended. in love ever caring,
Oh, now be extended embracing God's children,
the fruits of this service in all who believe. the whole human race.
The seed of Christ's teaching, With your feast you feed us,
receptive souls reaching, with your light now lead us;
shall blossom in action for God and for all. unite us as one in this life that we share.
Your grace shall incite us, Then may all the living
your love shall unite us with praise and thanksgiving
to work for your kingdom give honor to Christ
and answer your call. and his name that we bear.
Text: Johann Rist, 1607–1667; tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1827–1878, alt.
Music: Samuel S. Wesley, 1810–1876. Public Domain.
SENDING
We are God’s family on a journey of love with Jesus, rich in history and tradition yet open to the Spirit,
•welcoming all in worship and learning,
•growing in faith as the Spirit leads us,
•reaching out with our neighbors to serve those in need,
•sharing with others God’s all-embracing love.
We invite you to walk with us on this journey.
Let us go in peace and make Christ known
through worship, service, outreach,
learning, and loving one another. Amen! Thanks be to God!
POSTLUDE
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Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church
Phone: 410-374-4463 Fax: 410-775-5793
Email: info@ielcmd.org Website: www.ielcmd.org
The Rev. Charles Marshall, Pastor
Jake Ziegler Jerry Hoffman Rachel Murphy Sharon Slivecky
Pianist Organist Office Admin Treasurer
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