Immanuel Lutheran Church—Bristol, Connecticut
Rev. Kevin A. Karner
Principal: Dr. Anne Stuhlman
Pastor’s Secretary: Dee Krampitz
Church: (860) 583-5649
Email: [email protected]
Admin. Assist.: Trina Theriault
School: (860) 583-5631
Email: [email protected]
Our Mission Statement
The people of Immanuel Lutheran Church are living proof of the
Grace of God through salvation in Jesus Christ. Empowered by
Christ, our mission is to reach out in love to those who have not
yet responded to the Gospel that all may be united in Christ.
SERVING YOU IN MAY
Ushers:
Today’s Acolytes:
Ascension Day 7pm
Next Sunday’s Acolytes:
8:00 a.m.
10:45 a.m.
David Follo
Ed Bodick
Brian Winter
Ethan Beaudoin
Bill Mazzaccaro
Don Smuda
David Peplau
Joseph Reed
Rudy Finger
Jay Pickhardt
Gary Bell
Gabriella Buonafede
Hannah Krueger
Charles McIntyre
Maggie Theriault
Samantha Ruffino
Altar Guild: Rozanne Tonn, Marilyn Stone, Gladys Lagace, Janet Bailey
Last Week
SUNDAY ATTENDANCE
CONTRIBUTIONS: $10,635.00
8:00 — 244
10:45 — 69 HC — 58
TOTAL — 313
CURRENT BORROWED FUNDS: $60,000.00
Today’s altar flowers are given in
loving memory of Larry Bailey,
by his family on the first anniversary of his passing.
Milestone Birthdays in our Congregation in
May
Hedwig Maretzki 5/3
Edna Kozikowski 5/7
Marian Goodwin 5/11
Samuel Gahr 5/13
Lorraine Sonstrom 5/23
COMMUNION STATEMENT
In the early church, the celebration of the Lord’s Supper was viewed as a
continuation of the RESURRECTION appearances of the Risen Savior. It
was viewed much the same as Jesus saying to Thomas, “Put your finger
here; see My hands. Stop doubting and believe” (John 20:27). As Jesus
promised, we believe that He is really present in this Sacrament with His
very body and His very blood for our forgiveness. We also believe that oneness in doctrine is Biblically affirmed for those who receive the Sacrament
together. We therefore ask guests desiring to commune to kindly speak with
the pastor before the service.
STEWARDSHIP BIBLE VERSE FOR MAY 21, 2017
John 14:15 “If you love me, you will keep my commandments.” Jesus is
clear: our obedience to His Word comes from our love for Him. But where
does that love come from? Jesus tells us that as well, “She was forgiven
much, so she loved much” (Luke 7:47). Christ shows us His love and gives
us the forgiveness of our sins – and this causes love to well up in us, which
in turn causes us to keep the commandments of Jesus. For after all, the
summary of the Law is “Love.”
MEMORIALS and THANK OFFERINGS
Welcome in the name of our
Lord, Jesus Christ.
We pray that this morning’s service
will strengthen you in your
walk with our Lord.
Service Setting Three — Page 184
8:00 Divine Service/Holy Communion/
New Members Confirmation
10:45 Divine Service
Opening Hymn
#903
“This Is the Day the Lord Has Made”
KYRIE
COLLECT OF THE DAY
Scripture Lessons: (see half-sheet insert)
First Reading
Acts 17:16-31
GRADUAL 8:00
GRADUAL 10:45
Epistle
1 Peter 3:13-22
In Memory of Dorothy “Dot” Bergeron
By Walter & Roberta Kuhr, For ILS
By Howard Schmelder, For ILS Tuition Assistance
By Bob & Pat Wollenberg, For Local
By Mr. & Mrs. Herbert Tonn, For Local
By Bill & Beth Mazzaccaro, For Local
By Jackie Tessman, For Local
By Brian & Louise Winter, For Local
By The Milano Family, For Local
By Marion, Bob & Beth Schroeder, For Local
By Gene & Beverly Zahnke, For Local
In Memory of my grandfathers William Palmisano and August H. Erling
By Carrie Rinaldi, For Local
GOSPEL
In Memory of John Fray
By Magda Jabs & Family, For Local
SERVICE OF THE SACRAMENT
In Memory of Jean Hesse
By Greg & Jill Scoville, For ILS Tuition Assistance Fund
In Memory of Jean Hesse
By Norman & Ann Winters, For Rev. H. Lane Bridges Scholarship
Please see more thank offerings on the Announcements sheet.
John 14:15-21
CREED
HYMN OF THE DAY
#725
“Children of the Heavenly Father”
SERMON
John 14:15
“When God Seems Far Away”
OFFERING - If you’re visiting with us
today, please take a moment to sign our
guest register, so we can acknowledge
your visit with us.
The Rite of Adult Confirmation 8:00
PRAYER OF THE CHURCH
DISTRIBUTION HYMNS
#802
“Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise”
#821
“Alleluia! Sing to Jesus”
CLOSING HYMN
#923
“Almighty Father, Bless the Word”
Sixth Sunday of Easter
Remember in Prayer:
CHURCH CALENDAR
SUNDAY 5/21
8:00
Divine Service/The Rite of Adult Confirmation
and Reaffirmation of Faith/Holy Communion
9:15
Reception of new members and Fellowship
Coffee
9:30
Youth Sunday School, Adult Bible Study
10:45 Divine Service
5:30
Men’s Basketball - Gym
Those in Military Service: Michael Behrendt, deployed to Jordon
Jordon Bender
Samantha Shamson
Brian Lutz
The Sick:
MONDAY 5/22
1:00
Adult Fellowship - Parish Center
TUESDAY 5/23
9:30
Walk & Talk - Parish Center
4:30
Women’s Bible Study - Parish Center
WEDNESDAY 5/24
7:00
Senior Choir - Balcony
THURSDAY 5/25
7:00
The Emmaus Walkers - Parish Center
10:45 Ascension Day Chapel Service/
Holy Communion
7:00
Ascension Day Service/Holy Communion
FRIDAY 5/26
Office closing at 3:30
10:00 Preschool Graduation
Sal Buonafede
Marv Heidorn
Angel Conrad
10-year-old cousin of Trina Theriault
Rev. Louis Nuechterlein
He is home after a respiratory illness
Christopher Rose
John Dunn
Elsie Krampitz
Dr. Albert Jabs
Helen Abate
Mother of Lynda Hintz
Paul Jankowski
Father of Robert Jankowski
Gracie Marcantonio
Daughter of Christine Marcantonio
Paul Tonn
Our Family
SATURDAY 5/27
No Church Activities
SUNDAY 5/28
8:00
Divine Service/Holy Communion
9:15
Fellowship Coffee
9:30
Youth Sunday School, Adult Bible Study
10:45 Divine Service/Holy Communion
5:30
Men’s Basketball - Gym
We welcome to our Immanuel Family
Kevin Daly, Gilman “Mike” & Shannon Madore through the Rite of
Adult Confirmation, and Gerhardt Wall and Ron Kuharski in
Reaffirmation of Faith.
To all the special Care Givers who work tirelessly
each and every day.
For Pastor Schumacher and Cindy as they continue the work
of our Lord in Ghana, West Africa.
~ADDITIONAL WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES~
Our Sunday service is broadcast
each Sunday at 1:00 P.M. on
WNTY 990 AM and 96.1 FM
The Lutheran Hour is broadcast on
WIHS 104.9 FM each Sunday at
7:00 P.M.
Lutheran Public Radio
listen any time at
LUTHERANPUBLICRADIO.ORG
May 21, 2017
Immanuel Lutheran Church
154 Meadow Street
Bristol, Connecticut
Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod