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Redeemer Lutheran Church 869 7th Avenue SE Rochester, MN 55904
Redeemer Lutheran
The Third Sunday
Church
“Making Him Known”
of Easter
But you will receive power when the Holy
Spirit comes on you; and you will be my
witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and
Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." Acts
1:8
Sunday, April 19, 2015 – 8:00 am
Sunday, April 19, 2015 – 10:40 am
Our Mission Statement: “As Christians based on the solid
foundation of God’s Word, empowered by the Holy Spirit we
strive to live out, lift up, and share our faith in Jesus Christ –
welcoming all into our family of believers.”
Our Theme:
Each month this year we are considering how different Biblical
characters made our Lord known in unique ways. In April, we
are learning about the apostle Peter – who made our Lord known
to those who were different.
WELCOME VISITORS We have printed out our worship service to make it easier for all of
us to follow. Hymns are found in the hymn section of the Lutheran Service Book or in Worship
& Praise, the purple supplement. Please visit our “Welcome Center” in the narthex for additional
information about Redeemer.
OUR THEME FOR TODAY is “Sharing Jesus in a Materialistic World.” While we have
discovered that there are many things more important than the physical things of this world, we
recognize that many around us only measure happiness by the things they have – or do not have.
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We Come Into God’s Presence
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(*) Those who are able are asked to stand during these parts of the service.
GREETINGS AND ANNCOUNCEMENTS (We welcome our fellow worshipers.)
HYMN
“This Joyful Eastertide” ............................................................................ LSB 482
(*) CONFESSION AND ABSOLUTION (Please stand.)
P:
In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
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C:
P:
C:
Amen.
If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us.
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.
P:
C:
Let us then confess our sins to God our Father.
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.
P:
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.
Amen.
C:
(*) HYMN OF PRAISE
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(*) SALUTATION AND COLLECT OF THE DAY
P:
The Lord be with you.
P:
Let us pray.
O God, through the humiliation of Your Son You raised up the fallen world. Grant to
Your faithful people, rescued from the peril of everlasting death, perpetual gladness and
eternal joys; through Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy
Spirit, one God, now and forever.
(Please be seated.)
ANTHEM
(8:00 am)
(10:40 am)
“We Will Lift Up Your Name” - Quartet
“Shine, Shine, Shine” – Alleluia Singers
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God Speaks to Us
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SCRIPTURE READINGS
L:
The First Lesson for the Third Sunday of Easter is from the third chapter of Acts.
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While the man held on to Peter and John, all the people were astonished and came
running to them in the place called Solomon's Colonnade. 12 When Peter saw this, he said to
them: "Fellow Israelites, why does this surprise you? Why do you stare at us as if by our own
power or godliness we had made this man walk? 13 The God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob, the
God of our fathers, has glorified his servant Jesus. You handed him over to be killed, and you
disowned him before Pilate, though he had decided to let him go. 14 You disowned the Holy and
Righteous One and asked that a murderer be released to you. 15 You killed the author of life, but
God raised him from the dead. We are witnesses of this. 16 By faith in the name of Jesus, this man
whom you see and know was made strong. It is Jesus' name and the faith that comes through him
that has completely healed him, as you can all see.
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"Now, fellow Israelites, I know that you acted in ignorance, as did your leaders. 18 But
this is how God fulfilled what he had foretold through all the prophets, saying that his Messiah
would suffer. 19 Repent, then, and turn to God, so that your sins may be wiped out, that times of
refreshing may come from the Lord, 20 and that he may send the Messiah, who has been
appointed for you—even Jesus. 21 Heaven must receive him until the time comes for God to
restore everything, as he promised long ago through his holy prophets.
Act 3:11-21 NIV
L:
C:
This is the Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
L:
The Epistle is from 1 Peter chapter one.
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Therefore, with minds that are alert and fully sober, set your hope on the grace to be
brought to you when Jesus Christ is revealed at his coming. 14 As obedient children, do not
conform to the evil desires you had when you lived in ignorance. 15 But just as he who called you
is holy, so be holy in all you do; 16 for it is written: "Be holy, because I am holy."
17
Since you call on a Father who judges each person's work impartially, live out your
time as foreigners here in reverent fear. 18 For you know that it was not with perishable things
such as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty way of life handed down to you
from your ancestors, 19 but with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish or defect. 20
He was chosen before the creation of the world, but was revealed in these last times for your sake.
21
Through him you believe in God, who raised him from the dead and glorified him, and so your
faith and hope are in God. 1 Peter 1:13-21 NIV
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L:
C:
This is the Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God. (Please stand to sing.)
(*) ALLELUIA AND VERSE
(*) HOLY GOSPEL
L:
The Holy Gospel according to St. Luke, the twenty-fourth chapter.
36
While they were still talking about this, Jesus himself stood among them and said to
them, "Peace be with you."
37
They were startled and frightened, thinking they saw a ghost. 38 He said to them, "Why
are you troubled, and why do doubts rise in your minds? 39 Look at my hands and my feet. It is I
myself! Touch me and see; a ghost does not have flesh and bones, as you see I have."
40
When he had said this, he showed them his hands and feet. 41 And while they still did
not believe it because of joy and amazement, he asked them, "Do you have anything here to eat?"
42
They gave him a piece of broiled fish, 43 and he took it and ate it in their presence.
44
He said to them, "This is what I told you while I was still with you: Everything must be
fulfilled that is written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets and the Psalms."
45
Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures. 46 He told them,
"This is what is written: The Messiah will suffer and rise from the dead on the third day, 47 and
repentance for the forgiveness of sins will be preached in his name to all nations, beginning at
Jerusalem. 48 You are witnesses of these things. 49 I am going to send you what my Father has
promised; but stay in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high." Luke 24:3649 NIV
L:
This is the Gospel of the Lord.
(Please be seated.)
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CHILDREN'S MESSAGE
(Parents, please feel free to come forward with smaller children.)
HYMN
“‘How Shall They Hear,’ Who Have Not Heard” ..................................... LSB 831
SERMON
“Sharing Jesus in a Materialistic World” - 1 Peter 1:13-21
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We Respond To God’s Word
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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.
(Please be seated.)
GATHERING OF THE OFFERINGS
(The pastor will collect any special prayer request cards at this time.)
FRIENDSHIP REGISTRATION
(Please pass the red booklets in your row, if you have not already done so.)
MUSICAL OFFERING
(8:00 am) “Let Your Light Shine” - Quartet
(10:40 am) “Let It Rise” – Alleluia Singers
(Please stand to sing as the offerings are brought forward.)
(*) OFFERTORY
We will glorify the King of kings, we will glorify the Lamb;
We will glorify the Lord of lord, who is the great I Am.
Hallelujah to the King of kings, hallelujah to the Lamb;
Hallelujah to the Lord of lords, who is the great I Am.
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(W&P 154, st. 1 & 4))
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(*) PRAYERS
L:
Lord in your mercy,
C:
Hear our prayer.
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God Serves Us His Holy Meal
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(*) PREFACE
P:
The Lord be with you.
P:
Lift up your hearts.
P:
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
(*) PROPER PREFACE
P:
It is truly good, right, and salutary that we should at all times and in all places give thanks
to You, holy Lord, almighty Father, everlasting God. And most especially are we bound
to praise You on this day for the glorious resurrection of Your Son, Jesus Christ, the very
Paschal Lamb, who was sacrificed for us and bore the sins of the world. By His dying He
has destroyed death, and by His rising again He has restored to us everlasting life.
Therefore with Mary Magdalene, Peter and John, and with all the witnesses of the
resurrection, with angels and archangels, and with all the company of heaven we laud and
magnify Your glorious name, evermore praising You and singing:
(*) SANCTUS
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(*) THE LORD’S PRAYER
P:
Lord, remember us in your kingdom and teach us to pray. . .
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, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the
glory forever and ever. Amen.
(*) THE WORDS OF OUR LORD
P:
Our Lord Jesus Christ, on the night when He was betrayed, took bread, and when He had
given thanks, He broke it and gave it to the disciples and said: “Take, eat; this is My
body, which is given for you. This do in remembrance of Me.”
In the same way also He took the cup after supper, and when He had given
thanks, He gave it to them, saying: “Drink of it, all of you; this cup is the new testament
in My blood, which is shed for you for the forgiveness of sins. This do, as often as you
drink it, in remembrance of Me.”
(*) PAX DOMINI
P:
The peace of the Lord be with you always.
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(*) AGNUS DEI
(Please be seated.)
(Distribution is continuous. When directed by the usher, proceed to the rail. When you have
communed and had time for prayer, return by the far left side.)
DISTRIBUTION MUSIC
HYMN
“Eat This Bread” ................................................................................. LSB 638
(The congregation will sing the entire hymn in unison.)
HYMN
“Jesus, Priceless Treasure” ................................................................. LSB 743
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God Sends Us Forth to Serve and Proclaim
(When all have communed, please stand for the common dismissal and to sing. . .)
(*) POST-COMMUNION CANTICLE
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(*) POST-COMMUNION COLLECT
P:
Let us pray.
O God the Father, the fountain and source of all goodness, who in loving-kindness sent
Your only-begotten Son into the flesh, we thank You that for His sake You have given us
pardon and peace in this Sacrament, and we ask You not to forsake Your children but
always to rule our hearts and minds by Your Holy Spirit that we may be enabled
constantly to serve You; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns
with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
(*) BENEDICTION
P:
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.
HYMN
“Children Of The Heavenly Father” ......................................................... LSB 725
Acknowledgments
Divine Service, Setting Two from Lutheran Service Book
Unless otherwise indicated, all scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version, copyright ©
2001 by Crossway Bibles, a division of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
Created by Lutheran Service Builder © 2006 Concordia Publishing House.
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Redeemer Lutheran Church Weekly Announcements and Highlights
Week of 4‐19‐2015
Special Prayer Opportunities:
Health Concerns:
 Mark Kuisle, Isaac Koglin, Merilyn Schacht,
Sharron Smith, Sue Burdick, Dennis Burdick
Grieving:
 For the family and friends of Nancy
Anderson, who passes away on Wednesday,
April 15
Guidance:
 For our confirmands as they prepare to give
witness to their faith.
 For our Call Committee
Rejoice:
 With Marty Cordes who celebrated his 89th
birthday on April 9.
PRAYER CHAIN – If you have a prayer
request, call Gail Sim (289-2087) or the church
office (289-5147).
E-MAIL PRAYER CHAIN - To request a
prayer or join the chain, send an email to Lori
Hameister at littlebitmoo@gmail.com.
PRAYER CARDS - Take a look in your pew
rack and you’ll see our prayer request cards!
These cards will be collected by one of the pastors
during the offering time.
BAPTIZED
 During a private service on Saturday is
Hudson Alan Larson, son of Andrew Larson,
born August 22, 2012. His sponsors are
Leigh and Jessica Larson.
 During the 5:30 pm service on Saturday, is
Ayda Mae Vierus, daughter of Shawn and
Emily (Wolf) Vierus, born March 7, 2015.
Her sponsors are Stefanie and Bjorn Olson,
Nathan and Kristine Wolf.
Making Him Known—By
Giving of Ourselves
Most of the sign-up lists have been taken
down and been distributed to the appropriate
leaders. Thanks to all who have indicated
they will give of their time and talents.
Seven lists have been left out. These are
areas that need additional volunteers
including:
- Neighborhood Ministry
- Telephoning those who have visited
- Assimilation Team
- Provide transportation
- Sunday School Ministry Team
- A/V Helper
- Public Relations
If you might be willing to serve in any of
these areas, please sign up now. You can
also still volunteer in other areas by using
the forms on the table.
Spring Clean‐Up Day
Saturday, April 25
We will begin at 8 am! Please bring
your rakes and help us to clean up our
building and grounds.
PIZZA RANCH—APRIL 21
The youth will again be out at Pizza Ranch in
Stewartville for fundraising. We’ll be there
clearing your tables and talking with you.
Join us for great food, great company, and a
great time! Support the Redeemer Youth by
coming out starting at 4:00 at Pizza Ranch!
Week of 4-19-2015
Adult Bible Classes
DCE CALL COMMITTEE
UPDATE
SUNDAYS at 9:20 am
NEW TESTAMENT APOSTLES
Pastor Heining leads this class in the South
Fellowship Hall. This class is looking at the lives
of the men and women who surrounded Jesus
and were the first to share the Good News. The
primary source will be the Bible, but we will also
consider some interesting traditions.
CHRIST IS RISEN INDEED! SO WHAT?
The Resurrection of Jesus is the climactic event
in the history of the world. Have you ever
stopped to truly ask yourself what this climactic
event really means and how it changes your life
today and the world for eternity? This class will
actually be led by a seminary professor - Dr. Jeff
Gibbs not in person but close - online! A great
opportunity to learn from a man who has been
working on answering the “so what?” for over 28
years! Pastor Koglin facilitates the discussion
following each video in the North Fellowship
Hall.
ADULT CATECHISM:
Through Confirmation the 10 Commandments,
Apostles’ Creed, Lord's Prayer, Communion,
and Baptism are looked at in the
Catechism. However that is only half of what is
in this jam packed book by Martin Luther. The
Small Catechism was written for heads of
households to teach their family. There are a
few sections in the back we don't get time to
really look into. That is exactly what we will be
doing in this Bible study. We'll get the chance to
check out the other three sections of Confession,
Daily Prayers, and Table of Duties. Anyone is
welcome and encouraged to attend if they are
curious about the less looked at sections of the
Small Catechism. Brian Weyers leads this Bible
study in the Choir Room/Room 203.
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On March 18 Redeemer members
passed a resolution, to form a call
committee for the purpose of calling an
additional DCE to serve as Director of
Youth and Education here at Redeemer.
The call committee held their
initial meeting last week, they formed a
job description and started the process of
collecting names to be considered for this
position. At this time we have received
names of new graduates, we have also
received a number of nominations from
within the congregation, and we are
looking forward to receiving a list of
names of DCEs serving in the field from
the district.
At the beginning of May the call
committee will meet to go through the
names and information and start
narrowing down the candidates. Once the
list of candidates has been narrowed
down, interviews will be conducted.
When the interview phase is complete a
voters meeting will be called and
Redeemer will vote to extend a call.
Throughout this process the call
committee will continue to share
information.
Please keep the call committee
and the congregation in your prayers as we
move forward together to seek the Lord’s
will. The call committee members are:
Bryce Beckman, Dave and Terri Galanits,
Rich Gommels, Sam Hildestad, Devin
Janssen, Jay Kurtz, Paul and Lori Lewis,
Dauline Menze, Lynora Miller, Bernie
Nesler, Morgan Nitz, Joel Pralle, Mark
Radtke, and Terri Zemke. Virginia Miller
is serving as chair of this call committee.
Week of 4-19-2015
NEW MEMBER SUNDAY—
May 17!
The next New Member event will be the
weekend of May 16/17. Anyone interested in
joining Redeemer, should speak with one of
the pastors by Sunday, May 3.
Those intending to join, should plan
to attend the Welcome to the Family class on
Saturday, May 16, from 10 am to 12:30 pm,
and be available at attend the reception of
New Members during the 8 am service on
Sunday, May 17.
If you have any questions or
concerns, please contact the church office at
289-5147
Please note that the first quarter 2015
contribution statements will be emailed to
you using the email addresses that you have
on file with the office. If we do not have an
email on file for you or if you do not use
email, please contact the church office (2895147) to request that your statement be
mailed to you.
SUPPORT ROCHESTER
SERVANT EVENT MEALS:
FINANCIAL UPDATE
Good News—Bad News
If you are looking for a way to support this
exciting event but are not going to be around
during that week or do not feel physically up to
it, you can help feed the troops! RSE would
gratefully accept any monetary assistance to
assist with food cost for this event. If you are
interested let Paul Lewis know
paullewis9@hotmail.com (208-2541). Thank
you for your support!
March Budget Income: $90,856
March Budget Expenses: $79,955
YTD Budget Income: $239,089
YTD Budget Expenses: $241,456
The good news I that we made great strides
forward during March. Having retired our
mortgage, we have greatly increased our
mission giving. We have also been setting
aside money for future care of our facilities.
We are grateful that we received $9328 in
Lenten Offerings that has been designated for
the support of Redeemer members going into
full-time church work — but that money has
not yet been paid out — so our financial
situation is not quite as good as it looks!
Thanks to all for your faithful giving which
makes our ministry possible — both here and
beyond.
VBS 2015
We will be scaling the mighty cold mountain of
Everest for VBS this year. Be on the lookout
around your house for winter theme
decorations as well as white sheets galore! As
we draw closer to the event we will be looking
for volunteers. July 12 is the kickoff night.
VBS goes from July 13 – July 17. Then we
will have a VBS celebration service in the
afternoon on July 19. See you there and we
can learn together how God’s mighty power
can help us overcome anything!
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Week of 4-19-2015
Youth Highlights!
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P.Y.R.O.S. – P.Y.R.O.S. is planning on heading to Shorewood Senior
Campus TODAY. We are going to spend some time, 2:30-4:30, with the
residents there. We will be bringing some snacks and playing some
games with the residents. The sign-up sheet is on the Youth Board —
it’s not too late!
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IGNITE – April 19th is the next Ignite! If you haven’t come out and
tried Ignite I think it is about time you did! We get to have a fun study
time and play some games and have snacks! We will be discussing self
esteem in our world today!
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PIZZA RANCH—APRIL 21 - The next Pizza Ranch is April 21! I
know we have had a lot of them but they are a great fundraiser! Look
for the sign-up sheet!
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Rochester Servant Event! – Please turn in your
REGISTRATIONS!!! – I know a lot of people are holding onto RSE
registrations. PLEASE TURN THEM IN! It will be a HUGE help to
our planning! Paper registrations are by the worship reports an d in the
Youth Room. Or you can register or print out a registration on line
(rochesterservantevent.wordpress.com) or go to the church web site a follow
the link (left towards the top
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PANDORA’S MOON – Come join us for a time of adventure and
challenge. We will be journeying to the third moon of Pandora to
gather together to face the imminent threat that has developed
there. Gather your strength and courage to face the dangers that all
heroes must face. This event is an evening event starting with food and
snacks. Then the group will face a series of challenges and obstacles as
their own designed characters to eventually reach the end. May
16 starting at 4:00 this adventure will begin. Any questions feel free to
contact Brian.
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Psalm 37:4 Scholarship: This scholar ship, for med in memor y of
Josh Evers, is available to all youth! Its purpose is to allow youth to
attend youth events that they are unable to afford otherwise. If you
would like more information please talk to Michael Harvey.
If you have questions about any of these events contact:
Michael Harvey 319-4929, daharveys@msn.com or Brian Weyers 8082001, weyersb@csp.edu
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Week of 4-19-2015
April is Sports Eye Safety Awareness Month
Eye injuries are the leading cause of blindness in children in the United States and
most injuries occurring in school-aged children are sports-related. With April being Sports Eye
Safety Awareness Month, we ponder the fact that these injuries account for an estimated
100,000 physician visits per year.
Ninety percent of sports-related eye injuries can be avoided with the use of protective
eyewear, such as: safety glasses and goggles, safety shields, and eye guards designed for a
particular sport. Ordinary prescription glasses, contact lenses, and sunglasses do not protect
against eye injuries. Safety goggles should be worn over them.
Protective eyewear, which is made of ultra-strong polycarbonate, is 10 times more
impact resistant than other plastics, and does not reduce vision. All children who play sports
should use protective eyewear, not just those who wear glasses or contact lenses; this is
especially important for student athletes who have vision in only one eye or a history of eye
injury or eye surgery. For children who do wear glasses or contact lenses, most protective
eyewear can be made to match their prescriptions.
Parents…Currently, most youth sports leagues do not require the use of eye protection.
Parents and coaches must insist that children wear safety glasses or goggles whenever they
play; you might also consider encouraging your child’s school to adopt a policy on protective
eyewear for sports activities.
Be proactive regarding your children’s eye care – make sure they use protective eyewear.
Information taken from: https://www.nei.nih.gov/sports also http://www.sportseyeinjuries.com
CPR/AED TRAINING
Gold Cross instructors from Mayo Clinic, Jeff Schultz and Jill Ryan-Schultz, will
be at Redeemer to offer CPR recertification and AED training.
DATE: Saturday, May 9
LOCATION: Room 102
TIME: 9:00 am – 1:00 pm
If you would like to participate in this CPR class and review of the use of the AED,
sign up at the Welcome Center. Participation is limited, so sign up now! Certificates will be
awarded to participants.
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Week of 4-19-2015
PRACTICAL–SIMPLE–
OUTREACH
Evangelism - as simple as...:
S.A.G.E.S. GATHERING XXVII is almost
here: The dates are May 4 and 5 . Workshop
presenters and topics will include: “People of
the Book Lutheran Outreach” -- John and
Miriam Gayed; “Understanding Alzheimer’s
Disease and Other Dementias” – Deborah
Richman; “Stories By Al Batt, Naturally!” -Al Batt; “Church Planting – It’s Not For The
Faint of Heart”—Pastor Tom Braun; “Katie
Did It All” – Pati Kachel; “The Jesus Model
for Good News Telling”—Dr. Eugene
Bunkowski; ”Living With a Chocolate Chip on
My Shoulder” – Pat Dennis. This plus three
presentations by Dr. Tom Zehnder based on
Ephesians 5-20, under the theme: “NOW is
Our Time”.
A packet containing registration
information, the program, and motel
reservation is at the Welcome Center. For
more information, call the McGillivray’s, SE
MN contacts on the S.A.G.E.S. Board or email
at sages@mnsdistrict.org
LIFE THOUGHTS. . .
Redeemer Lutheran and our sister churches
have been engaging in an outreach event at
the University of Minnesota Rochester.
This outreach event is, in many ways,
connecting with people who have little
church connection in their past. Here is
what I have learned about outreach from
this event. Evangelism is as simple as being
me. Evangelism is as simple as being me
and eating with people. Evangelism is as
simple as being me, eating with people, and
talking about Jesus when He opens the
door. How will you be you, eat with others,
and talk about Jesus when He opens the
door this week? Live your normal everyday
lives with Gospel intentionality – Outreach
made simply practical! The G.T.O Team
OUR RESPONSE TO GOD LAST WEEK:
WEEKEND WORSHIP ATTENDANCE:
580 (106+241+233) Guests: 50
SUNDAY SCHOOL/BIBLE CLASSES
212 (86+126)
NEXT WEEKEND’S READINGS
Acts 4:1-12; 1 Peter 2:9-12; John 10:11-18
Theme: “Tolerance: The Good, The Bad,
The Ugly”
The theme of repentance and forgiveness runs
through all three lessons. Those who view
abortion or assisted suicide as only political
issues need to be called to repentance. Those
crushed by sins committed against life need to
hear the message of forgiveness applied to them
and to their sin.
RADA IS BACK!
The youth, are once again
selling Rada items. Catalogs
and orders forms are on the
Welcome Center, table by nursery, or see
Lynora, if interested. We will be taking
orders until the middle of May.
Prayer: Lor d, I r epent of my sins and plead
for Your forgiveness through Jesus Christ.
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Week of 4-19-2015
The Week at a Glance
SATURDAY, APRIL 18
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22
Alleluia Singers - Rm L-3 - 6 pm
Cherub Choir - Rm 101 - 6:05 pm
Confirmation - 6:10 pm
9th Grade Reception—SFH—6:10 pm
Angelic Chimes (2-6) - Sanctuary - 6:30 pm
Sounds of Praise - Choir Rm - 7 pm
Blood Pressures—5 pm
HOLY COMMUNION - 5:30 pm
SUNDAY, APRIL 19
HOLY COMMUNION - 8 and 10:40 am
Blood Pressures - 9 am
Sunday School - 9:20 am
Adult Bible Classes - 9:20 am
PYROS—2:30 pm
IGNITE—6 pm
Partners in Christ CC—UR—6:30 pm
THURSDAY, APRIL 23
Faithfully Fit Forever - Rm L-3 - 8:15 am
Adjustment to Blindness—Rm 102—10 am
FCCI Training—NFH—5:30 pm
VBS Planning Mtg—Rm 102—5:30 pm
Malachi CC— Rm 102—6:30 pm
MONDAY, APRIL 20
Quilters - NFH - 8 am
Story Time w/Kristin—Narthex—10:15 am
Redeemer Brass—Chapel—6:30 pm
Salt Shakers CC—Rm 102—7 pm
JOY CC—Upper Rm—7 pm
FRIDAY, APRIL 24
Youth Lock-in
SATURDAY, APRIL 25
Spring Clean-up Day—8 am
WORSHIP - 5:30 pm
TUESDAY, APRIL 21
Men’s Bible Study - Rm 102 - 9 am
Ladies’ Bible Study - NFH - 9 am
FFF - Rm L-3 - 10:30 am
SUNDAY, APRIL 26
WORSHIP - 8 and 10:40 am
Blood Pressures - 9 am
Sunday School - 9:20 am
Adult Bible Classes - 9:20 am
Confirmation Service—1 pm
Accordion Band—Rm L3—1 pm
Pizza Ranch FR—Stewartville—4 pm
Koinonia CC—Upper Rm—6:30 pm
FCCI Board Mtg—Rm L-2—6:30 pm
Japanese Fellowship—4 pm
Personnel and Staffing—Rm 102—7 pm
Oikos CC—UR—6 pm
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 22
POBLO Sewing—NFH—10 am
Japanese Fellowship—NFH—1 pm
Youth Chimes (7-12)-Sanctuary—5:45 pm
Men’s Bible Study—Upper Rm—6 pm
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Week of 4-19-2015
LUTHERAN HOUR
MINISTRIES 2015 MN SOUTH
DISTRICT CONVENTION
STEPHEN
MINISTRY
SMILE
Will be April 25 at Peace Lutheran Church in
Hutchinson, MN (400 Franklin St. SW). The
convention begins at 9:30 am. Expect to hear
partner organization reports and be a part of
the district business meeting. A banquet
follows the convention at 5:15 pm. Serving
succulent pot roast with all the trimmings!
Music by Mrs. Penny Steele, pianist. Feature
presentation — Dr. Funchatou Lo, LINC—
Twin Cities. Cost: $20 includes convention
and banquet. (12.50 for convention only;
$12.50 for banquet only) Checks payable to
MN South District—LHM.
Stephen
Ministr y
Is
Life
Encour agement
Are you, or someone you know, in need of a
good “SMILE”? If so, please contact Pastor
Koglin at (507)289-5147 to find out more
about Stephen Ministry at Redeemer and/or
how to connect with a Stephen Minister.
WHO IS THIS?
Join us for Vaca on Bible School
July 13‐17, 2015, to find out!
Blessed to Serve Today
Message ............................................. Pastor Jim Heining
Liturgist ............................................Pastor Adam Koglin
Children’s Message ....................................... Brian Weyers
Pianist (Saturday) ..................................... Ginger Lagergren
Organist ................................................Carol Sonnabend
Acolytes
8:00 am ..................Ethan Manuell / Erica Norregaard
10:40 am ........................... Josh Zemke / David Schulz
Lectors
5:30 pm ...................................................... Jim Bronk
8:00 am .................................................... Kurt Rump
10:40 am .................................................. Lowell Dale
Elders
5:30 pm ..................................................... Jim Bronk
8:00 am ....................................................... Jerry Ott
10:40 am ............................................. Mark Gennrich
Greeters
5:30 pm ................... Kurt & Clare West / Jeff and Judy Lee
8:00 am ... John & Carrie Johnson / Linda Malnar/ Donna Walters
10:40 am .............. Dan Zemke Family/Dick & Shirley Valde
Worship Recording ..........................................Greg Utesch
Blood Pressures
Saturday ...................................................... Sue Kazos
Sunday ........................................................ Jan Dicke
Nursery
9:20 am .......................... Anna Koglin / Becky Decker
10:40 am ................ Sara Bonnes / Stephanie Fingerson
Altar Guild
Chair: Marilyn Olson
Saturday ..................................................... Sue Blood
Sunday ................................................ Wendy Hickey
Welcome Center
5:30 pm ............................................... Doug Koepsell
8:00 am .................................. Bernie and Ellie Nesler
10:40 am ................................... Dan and Terri Zemke
Usher Coordinator …………………………...Roger Toomey
Ushers
5:30 pm .......... Ken Blazing / Scott Okuno / Terry Severson
8:00 am .......Jerry Haack, Bruce Ludwig, Mike Sonnabend,
Sam Sonnabend
10:40 am ...... Bob Sonnabend, Nate Heining, Glenn Prehn,
Christopher Wileman, Sam Janssen, Elizabeth Janssen
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Week of 4-19-2015
Take it Home
“Making Him
Known”
But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth." Acts 1:8
Jesus Makes Himself Known —
Through Forgiveness
BIBLE VERSE OF THE WEEK:
For you know that it was not with perishable things such
as silver or gold that you were redeemed from the empty
way of life handed down to you from your ancestors, but
with the precious blood of Christ, a lamb without blemish
or defect. 1 Peter 1:18‐19 POINTS TO PONDER THIS WEEK:
How have I (and my family) been influenced by the materialis c
world in which we live?
What have I discovered to be more important than material
things?
In this month of April we are talking about Peter! Our
theme for the month is Making Him Known to those who
are Diﬀerent than us. Especially this week we are
looking at how we share Jesus to a materialis c world.
The world certainly does teach diﬀerent than the Bible in
terms of what is important to have and collect in life.
How many mes have we wanted something so bad and
we finally got it. We experience a few moments of bliss
and happiness with it. It could be a brand new toy, a car,
maybe a promo on. However a er a li le while the
newness wares oﬀ and there is something bigger,
brighter, be er, and newer that we now want. It
becomes an endless cycle of ge ng and ge ng and
ge ng. We will never be sa sfied by trying to get more
and more. There is always something be er on the
horizon.
The Bible comes at it from a diﬀerent angle. God sends
His son to us and Christ goes through torture, death, and
resurrec on in order to reconcile us with God the
Father. The one thing in all of crea on we cannot get on
our own is perfec on before God. The one thing we
could strive over our whole lives is something God did all
the work for us. In Christ, our Risen Lord, we have
everything we could possible need, and we didn’t do
anything to get it! This week remember that as you go
out into the world in your job, school, and life that we
have received the only thing we ever need, and He
wants you to share Him with everyone!
Redeemer Lutheran Church
869 7th Avenue SE -- Rochester MN 55904
Phone - (507) 289-5147 Fax - (507) 289-7887
E-mail: office@redeemer-rochester.com
Web site: http://www.redeemer-rochester.com
WELCOME VISITORS
WORSHIP SCHEDULE
HOLY COMMUNION
CHILDREN
WORSHIP TAPES
TRANSPORTATION
SPECIAL NEEDS
OFFICE HOURS
Whether looking for a church home or just here for the day, we are glad to have you
as our guests. Please sign the red Friendship Registration pad in your pew and pick
up a visitor packet in the Narthex. Remember that you are our guests; the offering is
for our members who support the work of the church through their voluntary gifts.
Saturday 5:30 pm Sunday 8 and 10:40 am
is celebrated in each service the weekends of the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays of the
month. We invite those who acknowledge their sinfulness, recognize that Christ’s
body and blood are truly present for our forgiveness, and are willing to give witness to
the unity of their faith with this community, to join with us in receiving the sacrament.
For those who for health or conscience reasons are not able to receive wine, please
note that there is a cup of white grape juice in the middle of each tray. Gluten-free
wafers are available in the middle of the bread tray for those with that allergy.
are always welcome at Redeemer. Parents should note that according to your needs
and preferences, 1) children’s bulletins and “color bags” are available in the narthex;
2) our nursery is staffed each Sunday morning during the 9:20 am Education Hour
and the 10:40 am service. The Nursery is located just off the Narthex -- look for our
sign!
are available in the rack by the elevator. Listen and bring it back or contribute one
dollar if you wish to keep the tape.
is available each Sunday morning. Please call the church office (289-5147) by Noon
on Thursday.
Large print bulletins and personal hearing devices are available in the Narthex from an
Usher or at the Welcome Center.
Monday through Friday 7:30 am - 4:00 pm
STAFF
Pastor, James W. Heining
JHeining@redeemerrochester.com
(office) 507-289-5147
(residence) 507-282-6955
(cell) 507-202-2546
Pastor, Adam B. Koglin
akoglin@redeemer-rochester.com
(office) 507-289-5147
(cell) 507-316-8181
Director of Christian
Education, Michael J. Harvey
daharveys@msn.com
(office) 507-289-5147
(residence) 507-529-5463
DCE Intern, Brian Weyers
weyersb@csp.edu
(cell) 715-808-2001
Parish Nurse, Jan Dicke
jdicke325@charter.net
(residence) 507-288-6405
Director of Parish Music,
April Beckman
beckmana1@hotmail.com
(office) 507-289-5147
(cell) 651-338-0354
Parish Nurse, Iva Kietzmann
kietzmanniva@yahoo.com
(residence) 507-273-3809
Administrative Secretary,
Christina Tjosaas
office@redeemer-rochester.com
(office) 507-289-5147
(residence) 507-634-7094
Custodian, Randy Kautz
custodian@redeemerrochester.com
(office) 507-289-5147
(residence) 507-843-3144
Youth Coordinator,
Lynora Miller
millertwins2@charter.net
(residence) 507-288-7219
Nursery Coordinator,
Anna Koglin
aakoglin@gmail.com
(cell) 507-316-8177
www.redeemer-rochester.com