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Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost

October 11, 2026
8:30am 

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Prelude "Now the Silence" arr. Charles Ore
Alex Guebert, organ

 

Welcome Pastor Tim Klinkenberg

 

Ringing of the Bell

 

Opening Hymn “Praise to the Lord, The Almighty”
verses 1, 2 and 5
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 790.

Praise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of creation!
O my soul, praise Him, for He is your health and salvation!
Let all who hear
Now to His temple draw near,
Joining in glad adoration!

Praise to the Lord, who o’er all things is wondrously reigning
And, as on wings of an eagle, uplifting, sustaining.
Have you not seen
All that is needful has been
Sent by His gracious ordaining?

Praise to the Lord! O let all that is in me adore Him!
All that has life and breath, come now with praises before Him!
Let the Amen
Sound from His people again;
Gladly forever adore Him!

 

Invocation
Pastor: In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. (Matthew 28:19b)
People: Amen.

 

Confession and Absolution
Pastor: If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
People: But if we confess our sins, God, who is faithful and just, will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.
Silence for reflection on God’s Word and for self-examination.
Pastor: Let us then confess our sins to God our Father.
People: Most merciful God, we confess that we are by nature sinful and unclean. We have sinned against You in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done and by what we have left undone. We have not loved You with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We justly deserve Your present and eternal punishment. For the sake of Your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in Your will and walk in Your ways to the glory of Your holy name. Amen.
Pastor: Almighty God in His mercy has given His Son to die for you and for His sake forgives you all your sins. As a called and ordained servant of Christ, and by His authority, I therefore forgive you all your sins in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
People: Amen.

 
Hymn of Praise “Father Welcomes”
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 605.

Refrain:
Father welcomes all His children
To His fam’ly through His Son.
Father giving His salvation,
Life forever has been won.

Little children, come to Me,
For My kingdom is of these.
Life and love I have to give,
Mercy for your sin. refrain

In the water, in the Word,
In His promise, be assured:
Those who are baptized and believe
Shall be born again. refrain

Let us daily die to sin;
Let us daily rise with Him,
Walk in the love of Christ our Lord,
Live in the peace of God. refrain

  

Salutation and Collect of the Day
Pastor: The Lord be with you.
People: And also with you.
Pastor: Let us pray.
Almighty God, You invite us to trust in You for our salvation. Deal with us not in the severity of Your judgment but by the greatness of Your mercy; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
People: Amen.

 

Old Testament Reading Isaiah 25:6–9 NIV

⁶ On this mountain the Lord Almighty will prepare
    a feast of rich food for all peoples,
a banquet of aged wine—
    the best of meats and the finest of wines.
⁷ On this mountain he will destroy
    the shroud that enfolds all peoples,
the sheet that covers all nations;
⁸     he will swallow up death forever.
The Sovereign Lord will wipe away the tears
    from all faces;
he will remove his people’s disgrace
    from all the earth.
The Lord has spoken.

⁹ In that day they will say,

“Surely this is our God;
    we trusted in him, and he saved us.
This is the Lord, we trusted in him;
    let us rejoice and be glad in his salvation.”

Lector: This is the Word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.

  

Epistle Reading  Philippians 4:4–13 NIV

⁴ Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! ⁵ Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near. ⁶ Do not be anxious about anything, but in every situation, by prayer and petition, with thanksgiving, present your requests to God. ⁷ And the peace of God, which transcends all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.

⁸ Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things. ⁹ Whatever you have learned or received or heard from me, or seen in me—put it into practice. And the God of peace will be with you.

¹⁰ I rejoiced greatly in the Lord that at last you renewed your concern for me. Indeed, you were concerned, but you had no opportunity to show it. ¹¹ I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. ¹² I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. ¹³ I can do all this through him who gives me strength.

Lector: This is the Word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.

 

Song "On Eagles' Wings" Michael Joncas, arr. Edwin Earle Ferguson
Jubilate Choir

 
Solo:

You who dwell in the shelter of the Lord,
Who abide in His shadow for life,
Say to the Lord "My refuge,
My Rock in whom I trust!"

Choir:

And He will raise you up on eagles' wings,
Bear you on the breath of dawn,
Make you to shine like the sun,
And hold you in the palm of His hand.

The snare of the fowler will never capture you,
And the famine will being you no fear;
Under His wings your refuge,
His faithfulness Your shield.

And He will raise you up on eagles' wings,
Bear you on the breath of dawn,
Make you to shine like the sun,
And hold you in the palm of His hand.

You need not fear the terror of the night,
Nor the arrow that flies by day;
Though thousands fall about you,
But near you it will not come.

All sing:

And He will raise you up on eagles' wings,
Bear you on the breath of dawn,
Make you to shine like the sun,
And hold you in the palm of His hand.

Choir:

For to His angels He's given a command:
They shall guard you in all of your ways;
Upon their hands they will bear you up
Lest you dash your foot against a stone.

All sing:

And He will raise you up on eagles' wings,
Bear you on the breath of dawn,
Make you to shine like the sun,
And hold you in the palm of His hand.

Choir:

And hold you in the palm of His hand.

 
Holy Gospel Matthew 22:1–14 NIV

22 Jesus spoke to them again in parables, saying: ² “The kingdom of heaven is like a king who prepared a wedding banquet for his son. ³ He sent his servants to those who had been invited to the banquet to tell them to come, but they refused to come.

⁴ “Then he sent some more servants and said, ‘Tell those who have been invited that I have prepared my dinner: My oxen and fattened cattle have been butchered, and everything is ready. Come to the wedding banquet.’

⁵ “But they paid no attention and went off—one to his field, another to his business. ⁶ The rest seized his servants, mistreated them and killed them. ⁷ The king was enraged. He sent his army and destroyed those murderers and burned their city.

⁸ “Then he said to his servants, ‘The wedding banquet is ready, but those I invited did not deserve to come. ⁹ So go to the street corners and invite to the banquet anyone you find.’ ¹⁰ So the servants went out into the streets and gathered all the people they could find, the bad as well as the good, and the wedding hall was filled with guests.

¹¹ “But when the king came in to see the guests, he noticed a man there who was not wearing wedding clothes. ¹² He asked, ‘How did you get in here without wedding clothes, friend?’ The man was speechless.

¹³ “Then the king told the attendants, ‘Tie him hand and foot, and throw him outside, into the darkness, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.’

¹⁴ “For many are invited, but few are chosen.”

Lector: This is the Gospel of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.

 

Hymn of the Day “Amazing Grace”
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 744.

Amazing grace—how sweet the sound—
That saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost but now am found,
Was blind but now I see!

The Lord has promised good to me,
His Word my hope secures;
He will my shield and portion be
As long as life endures.

Through many dangers, toils, and snares
I have already come;
His grace has brought me safe thus far,
His grace will lead me home.

Yes, when this flesh and heart shall fail
And mortal life shall cease,
Amazing grace shall then prevail
In heaven’s joy and peace.

When we’ve been there ten thousand years,
Bright shining as the sun,
We’ve no less days to sing God’s praise
Than when we’d first begun.

 

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Message Pastor Tim Klinkenberg

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Apostles’ Creed 
I believe in God, the Father Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth.

And in Jesus Christ, His 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 into hell.
The third day He rose again from the dead.
He ascended into heaven
and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty.
From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy Christian Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting. Amen.

  
Prayers of the Church
Each petition concludes with:
Pastor:  Lord, in your mercy,
People: Hear our prayer.

  

Gathering of Our Tithes and Offerings 


Music at the Offering

"Jesus, We Give You the Glory" Anthony Wilkins, arr. Tom Fettke
Jubilate Choir

The word "hallelujah" is a Hebrew compound word combining "Hallelu", which means joyous praise, and "Jah", or "Yah", which is the first syllable of "Yahweh", which is the sacred name of God as it appears in the Old Testament. The word thus literally means "praise God", and has been used in this original form since before Christ. "Hallelujah" is perhaps the most globally ubiquitous verbal expression of heartfelt worship. In this choir anthem, the word is sung in many different tones and volumes and speeds, representing the many diverse communities in which God's praise is sung through the world. Sometimes the fragment "hallelu" is sung, but it is always followed by the full "Hallelujah". We sing "Hallelujah" (that is, the full word) 63 times in total!

Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah!

Jesus, we give You the glory,
Jesus, we give You the honor,
Jesus, we give You the highest praise,
Hallelujah, hallelujah, hallelujah!

     

The Lord's Prayer 
Pastor: Lord, remember us in Your kingdom and teach us to pray:
People: 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.

 
Benediction
Pastor: The Lord bless you and keep you.
The Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious to you.
The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace. (Numbers 6:24–26)
People: Amen.

 

Closing Hymn “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow”
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 805.

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
Praise Him, all creatures here below;
Praise Him above, ye heav’nly host:
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
Amen.

 

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Worship Service Participants

Preacher: Rev. Dr. Timothy M. Klinkenberg
Organ: Alex Guebert
Choir: Jubilate Choir (8:30)
Choir Director: Alex Guebert
Piano: Dr. Rachel Ehring
School Choir: St. John’s Kindergarten Choir (10:30)
School Choir Director: Audrey Mink
Audio/Visual: Hector Cerda, Mark Todd, and Cody Thomas

Thanks for joining us today!

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October 11, 2026

Prayers of the Church
October 4, 2026

O God, You sing the song of Your love over the vineyard of Your Church.

Unite and lift our voices together through the work of Your Spirit,
that Your Church would thank and praise You for Your grace and mercy,
and shine Your light before others for the glory of Your name. Lord, in Your mercy,

Christ the Vine, we are Your branches.

Thank You for receiving the Pulsifer family – Arielle, Tristan, Braxtan, and Alexandra –
in Baptism today and for connecting them as branches to You.

By Your Spirit, help them to abide in Your love, that Your joy may be in them,
and that their joy may be full. Lord, in Your mercy,

Gracious Father, Your Son grew in wisdom and stature and in favor
with God and all people.

We pray for our Junior High and High School students, our confirmation class, and their parents, families, teachers, and ministry leaders.

Bless, guide, and govern the children and young people of Your Church by Your Holy Spirit, that they may grow in grace and in the knowledge of Your Word. Lord, in Your mercy,

Merciful God, You call us by name and promise to each of us Your constant love.

Thank you for 21 years of life that You have blessed Paul Schulteis,
son of Mike and Melinda.

Continue to watch over him with Your protective care,
and keep him strong in faith and the communion of Your Church. Lord, in Your mercy,

Lord of hosts, Your Son, Jesus, came to deliver His people from all evil.

Take away any fear and anxiety from all who are experiencing pain and suffering, especially Kathie Birschbach, Storm Henry, Maggie Lowery, Ann and Julie Millard, Bob Moore, Noel Parrish, Steve Sommer, Dot Stalter, Barbara Stevens, Emily Weingarth, those on our printed prayer lists, and those we name before You now…

As they await the fullness of Your salvation, grant them Your peace and healing,
and fix their eyes upon their crucified and risen Savior. Lord, in Your mercy,

Lord Jesus, You showed us the greatest love by laying down Your life for Your friends.

We pray, O Lord, for your consolation to be given to the grieving,
especially the family and friends of Joe Blum, friend of Myron and Olivia Galchutt.

Come quickly, Lord Jesus, for when You see us again, we will rejoice,
and no one will take away our joy. Lord, in Your mercy,

Christ, our firm foundation, no one can lay any foundation than the one already laid, which is upon You and Your Word.

Bless the work of our Building A update and renovation,
for delays to be minimal and plans to pass inspections,
for good stewardship of our resources and for gifts of generosity,
and for future generations and households to know the love of Jesus. Lord, in Your mercy,

Graciously receive our prayers, deliver and preserve us, for to You alone we give all glory, honor and worship, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

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Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost

Sunday, October 11, 2026
10:30am

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Welcome Pastor Trevor Van Blarcom

Invocation

Worship Set

“Washed”
“Firm Foundation (He Won’t)”

Confession and Absolution

“Thank God I’m Free”

Scripture Readings

Message Pastor Trevor Van Blarcom

Apostles’ Creed

Prayers of the Church

Gathering of the Offering

"Trust In God"

The Lord’s Prayer

“Just That Good"

Benediction

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Worship Service Participants

Preacher: Pastor Trevor Van Blarcom
Orange Lutheran Creative Worship Team

Thanks for joining us today!

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  ONLINE GIVING

PRAYER REQUEST

CONNECTION CARD

 

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October 11, 2026

Prayers of the Church
October 4, 2026

O God, You sing the song of Your love over the vineyard of Your Church.

Unite and lift our voices together through the work of Your Spirit,
that Your Church would thank and praise You for Your grace and mercy,
and shine Your light before others for the glory of Your name. Lord, in Your mercy,

Christ the Vine, we are Your branches.

Thank You for receiving the Pulsifer family – Arielle, Tristan, Braxtan, and Alexandra –
in Baptism today and for connecting them as branches to You.

By Your Spirit, help them to abide in Your love, that Your joy may be in them,
and that their joy may be full. Lord, in Your mercy,

Gracious Father, Your Son grew in wisdom and stature and in favor
with God and all people.

We pray for our Junior High and High School students, our confirmation class, and their parents, families, teachers, and ministry leaders.

Bless, guide, and govern the children and young people of Your Church by Your Holy Spirit, that they may grow in grace and in the knowledge of Your Word. Lord, in Your mercy,

Merciful God, You call us by name and promise to each of us Your constant love.

Thank you for 21 years of life that You have blessed Paul Schulteis,
son of Mike and Melinda.

Continue to watch over him with Your protective care,
and keep him strong in faith and the communion of Your Church. Lord, in Your mercy,

Lord of hosts, Your Son, Jesus, came to deliver His people from all evil.

Take away any fear and anxiety from all who are experiencing pain and suffering, especially Kathie Birschbach, Storm Henry, Maggie Lowery, Ann and Julie Millard, Bob Moore, Noel Parrish, Steve Sommer, Dot Stalter, Barbara Stevens, Emily Weingarth, those on our printed prayer lists, and those we name before You now…

As they await the fullness of Your salvation, grant them Your peace and healing,
and fix their eyes upon their crucified and risen Savior. Lord, in Your mercy,

Lord Jesus, You showed us the greatest love by laying down Your life for Your friends.

We pray, O Lord, for your consolation to be given to the grieving,
especially the family and friends of Joe Blum, friend of Myron and Olivia Galchutt.

Come quickly, Lord Jesus, for when You see us again, we will rejoice,
and no one will take away our joy. Lord, in Your mercy,

Christ, our firm foundation, no one can lay any foundation than the one already laid, which is upon You and Your Word.

Bless the work of our Building A update and renovation,
for delays to be minimal and plans to pass inspections,
for good stewardship of our resources and for gifts of generosity,
and for future generations and households to know the love of Jesus. Lord, in Your mercy,

Graciously receive our prayers, deliver and preserve us, for to You alone we give all glory, honor and worship, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.