Living Savior Lutheran Church4616 Gharrett St Missoula, MT 59803

livingsaviormissoula.org 406.543.8222Pastor Justin Cloute pastor@livingsaviormissoula.org

October 15, 2017 Pentecost 19WELCOME TO WORSHIPWe’re happy you’re here to worship with us! We pray that the Lord bless you through his Word this morning.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to ask one of the greeters or anyone else who looks like they know what is going on.

Restrooms - We would ask that you use the restrooms out the back doors and down the hallway on left.

Parents, we are so glad that you have brought your little children to church this morning. If needed, there is a nursery out the back doors to the right.

We apologize for our mess as we remodel our sanctuary.

COMMON SERVICE1

Summer Sermon SeriesThe True Church

Who is the church for? How long does it last? What does the church do here on earth?

October 1 – The Church forgives as God forgives October 8 – The Church gets what it doesn’t deserve October 15 – The Church produces fruits of repentance

Our worship follows an order (liturgy) that centers our attention on listening to God’s Word, recounting what he has done for us, and praising his name. This basic order has been the foundation of worship for centuries in the Christian Church.

THEME FOR TODAY’S SERVICE:THE CHURCH PRODUCES FRUITS OF REPENTANCE

OPENING HYMN All Praise to God Who Reigns Above| 236 (v. 1-3)

INVOCATION

P: In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. C: Amen.

CONFESSION OF SINSP: Beloved in the Lord: let us draw near with a true heart and confess our

sins to God our Father, asking him in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to grant us forgiveness.

C: Holy and merciful Father, I confess that I am by nature sinful and that I have disobeyed you in my thoughts, words, and actions. I have done what is evil and failed to do what is good. For this I deserve your punishment both now and in eternity. But I am sorry for my sins, and trusting in my Savior Jesus Christ, I pray: Lord, have mercy on me, a sinner.

P: God, our heavenly Father, has been merciful to us and has given his only Son to be the atoning sacrifice for our sins. 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.

C: Amen.

P: In the peace of forgiveness, let us praise the Lord:

RESPONSE All Praise to God Who Reigns Above | 236 (v. 5)

PRAYER OF THE DAY

P: The Lord be with you.C: And also with you.

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P: 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 Jesus Christ, your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever

C: Amen.

THE WORD OF GODTHE FIRST LESSON Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32Christians repent of their sins and no longer walk in them, just as Ezekiel encouraged the nation of Judah repent.1 The word of the Lord came to me: 2 “What do you people mean by quoting this proverb about the land of Israel:“‘The parents eat sour grapes, and the children’s teeth are set on edge’?3 “As surely as I live, declares the Sovereign Lord, you will no longer quote this proverb in Israel. 4 For everyone belongs to me, the parent as well as the child—both alike belong to me. The one who sins is the one who will die.25“Yet you say, ‘The way of the Lord is not just.’ Hear, you Israelites: Is my way unjust? Is it not your ways that are unjust? 26 If a righteous person turns from their righteousness and commits sin, they will die for it; because of the sin they have committed they will die. 27 But if a wicked person turns away from the wickedness they have committed and does what is just and right, they will save their life. 28 Because they consider all the offenses they have committed and turn away from them, that person will surely live; they will not die. 29 Yet the Israelites say, ‘The way of the Lord is not just.’ Are my ways unjust, people of Israel? Is it not your ways that are unjust?30 “Therefore, you Israelites, I will judge each of you according to your own ways, declares the Sovereign Lord. Repent! Turn away from all your offenses; then sin will not be your downfall. 31 Rid yourselves of all the offenses you have committed, and get a new heart and a new spirit. Why will you die, people of Israel? 32 For I take no pleasure in the death of anyone, declares the Sovereign Lord. Repent and live!

VERSE OF THE DAY Philippians 2:10,11

P: Alleluia. At the name of Jesus every knee should bow, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Alleluia.

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THE EPISTLE LESSON 2 Corinthians 13:5-8 As Christ lives in us, we speak and walk in the truth of God’s Word, repenting of our sinful desires.

5 Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith; test yourselves. Do you not realize that Christ Jesus is in you—unless, of course, you fail the test? 6 And I trust that you will discover that we have not failed the test. 7 Now we pray to God that you will not do anything wrong—not so that people will see that we have stood the test but so that you will do what is right even though we may seem to have failed. 8 For we cannot do anything against the truth, but only for the truth.

THE NICENE CREEDWe believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty,

maker of heaven and earth,of all that is,seen and unseen.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father,God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made,of one being with the Father.

Through him all things were made.For us and for our salvation, he came down from heaven,

was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary,and became fully human.

For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate.He suffered death and was buried.On the third day he rose again in accordance with the

Scriptures. He ascended into heaven

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,

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We believe in the Holy Spirit,the Lord, the giver of life,who proceeds from the Father and the Son,who in unity with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets.

We believe in one holy Christian and apostolic Church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.We look for the resurrection of the dead

and the life of the world to come. Amen.

HYMN OF THE DAY I Run to Christ | Lead by Choir

THE SERMON TEXT Matthew 21:28-3228 “What do you think? There was a man who had two sons. He went to the

first and said, ‘Son, go and work today in the vineyard.’29 “‘I will not,’ he answered, but later he changed his mind and went.30 “Then the father went to the other son and said the same thing. He

answered, ‘I will, sir,’ but he did not go.31 “Which of the two did what his father wanted?”“The first,” they answered.Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, the tax collectors and the prostitutes

are entering the kingdom of God ahead of you. 32 For John came to you to show you the way of righteousness, and you did not believe him, but the tax collectors and the prostitutes did. And even after you saw this, you did not repent and believe him.

SERMON We Go through Hardships into Heaven

Matthew 21:28-32

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After the sermon, the congregation sings:

OFFERING“Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” - 2 Corinthians 9:7

PRAYER OF THE CHURCHLORD’S PRAYER C: 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,6

but deliver us from evil.For thine is the kingdom

and the power and the glory forever and ever. Amen.

THE SACRAMENTP: The Lord be with you. C: And also with you.P: Lift up your hearts.C: We lift them up to the Lord.P: Let us give thanks to the Lord, our God.C: It is right to give him thanks and praise.P: It is truly good and right that we should at all times and in all places

give you thanks, O Lord, holy Father, almighty and everlasting God, through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who promised that wherever two or three come together in his name, there he is with them to shepherd his flock till he comes again in glory. Therefore, with all the saints on earth and hosts of heaven, we praise your holy name and join their glorious song:

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HOLY, HOLY, HOLY

THE WORDS OF INSTITUTIONP: Our Lord Jesus Christ, on the night he was betrayed, took bread; and

when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take and eat; this is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.”Then he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it to them, saying, “Drink from it, all of you; this is my blood of the new covenant, which is poured out for you for the forgiveness of sins. Do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.”

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P: The peace of the Lord be with you always.C: Amen.

O CHRIST, LAMB OF GOD

DISTRIBUTIONGuests: We believe that God wants everyone who comes to communion to understand what is being offered and to also be united in the teachings of his Word. Therefore, if you are not a member of Living Savior (or another WELS\ELS congregation), we would ask that you please wait to come to communion until you have had the opportunity to learn all that we believe and teach about the Sacrament. If you would like to join us in the future, please speak to Pastor or Vicar. Thank you.

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DISTRIBUTION HYMN Instrumental

THANKSGIVINGSONG OF SIMEON

THE BLESSINGP: 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.

C: Amen.

CLOSING HYMN In Unity and Peace | 773

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News and Notes

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Bible Study:  We continue our Luther movie Bible study this Sunday. Join us today at 11:15 am to take a look at how a Christians stand for the truth as study the Augsburg Confession.Children’s Sunday School: Today at 11:15 with Ms. Rachel & Ms. Elizabeth.Women's Bible Study:  The last Women’s Bible study on the Reformation will be this Friday, October 20th at the Petty's house and begins at 12:30.Luther Movie: We are hoping to host a screening of Luther: A Return to Grace at the AMC theater. A reminder to sign up for tickets online if you want to go. Monday, October 23rd is the deadline for signing up. You may get tickets online at www.tugg.com/events/a-return-to-grace-luther-s-life-and-legacy-jn3e. There are tickets purchased for anyone who wants to attend but perhaps needs help to do so. Speak to Vicar if interested or contact him at jknox622@gmail.com or 920-946-5983. New Koine’ CD – Koine’ has released their latest album, Cross, Heart, Rose, Sky, Ring, featuring some of Luther’s most powerful hymns. This truly is a wonderful way to meditate on some of the core truths of Holy Scripture and celebrate the Lutheran Reformation. You can order yours at koinemusic.com Are you getting Weekly Update? Are weekly email update provides you with a devotional thought and is also one of our primary means of communicating with you. If you are not receiving this, first check your junk email box and mark the email as safe. If you still aren’t receiving them, speak to Vicar.Bible Basics: Have questions or interested in learning more about the teachings of the Bible? Contact Pastor Cloute (543-8222 – cloutejr@hotmail.com) about the next round of Bible Information Classes.

SERVING AT LIVING SAVIOR

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Music:Today: JonNext Sunday: Mary

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Greeters:Today: KnoxNext Sunday: Murphy

Cleaners:This Week: Fleigs