Announcements
Sunday’s Radio Broadcast is sponsored by Dennis Henrichs, in special honor of Cheri Beth Groshens, celebrating her faithfulness in Christ and sending warmest thoughts today.
Attendance for September 5-6th was 118. The total offering was $2,384.
Rally Sunday is this Sunday! We will be presenting Bibles to 3-year-olds and 3rd graders, blessing backpacks, and getting excited about the start of the youth ministry program year. Plan to be there!
Sixth Grade Confirmation Orientation is this Sunday, September 13, at 6:00pm in the Fellowship Hall.
A door offering will be taken after worship on September 19-20 to benefit the OSLC Needy Person fund and the Ministerial association’s assistance fund. Please give generously to help those in need in our community.
Operation Shoebox’s theme for September is “Ready for School” — visit our website or check the lists on the table in the concourse for suggestions.
Raise the Roof! Melynda Tracey, Ryan Faber, and the OSLC Bell Choir will present a special concert to help fund recent building repairs on Sunday, October 4 at 2:00 PM. Free admission, with free-will donations accepted.
Help fund necessary repairs to our roof and electrical system by contributing to our newly launched capital campaign! Our goal is to raise $100,000 by the end of 2026. Designate your gift to “Capital Campaign.” Thank you for helping to keep Our Savior’s safe and dry!
Make worship more fun — consider purchasing an item from the Amazon wishlist for our Prayground: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/17W1YKRYO565B
American Lutheran Church of Windom is organizing a Community Christmas Cantata including vocalists, musicians, readers and a children’s choir. If you are interested in joining, see the posting on the bulletin board in the concourse. Rehearsals start September 20th.
In Our Prayers
Steven Hansen; Rachel Grunst; Richard Seim; Karen Ringkob; Barrett Berkner; Matthew Jensen; Richard Dickey; Cheri Groshens; Steve Fransen; and Mary & Rich Oben
Missionaries: Andrew Ball
Order of Service
ELW Setting Four (p. 138)
| Element | Item | Hymn / Page |
|---|---|---|
| Prelude | ||
| Confession and Absolution | ||
| Gathering Hymn | Praise to the Lord, the Almighty | ELW 858 |
| Apostolic Greeting | ||
| Canticle of Praise | Gloria | ELW 4, p. 148 |
| Prayer of the Day | ||
| First Reading | Genesis 50:15-21 | |
| Psalm | Psalm 103:1-13 | |
| Second Reading | Romans 14:1-12 | |
| Gospel Acclamation | ELW 172 | |
| Holy Gospel | Matthew 18:21-35 | |
| Children’s Sermon (Sat.) Children Dismissed for Activity (Sun.) |
Brynn Jordahl | |
| Sermon | Pastor Ted Carnahan | |
| Hymn of the Day | Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling | ELW 608 |
| Apostles’ Creed | ||
| Prayers of Intercession | ||
| Peace | ||
| Offering | ||
| Offertory Hymn | Let the Vineyards Be Fruitful | ELW 182 |
| Offertory Prayer | ||
| Great Thanksgiving | ELW 4, sung | |
| Preface for Sundays | ||
| Sanctus | ELW 4, p. 153 | |
| Words of Institution | ||
| Lord’s Prayer | ||
| Distribution | ||
| Agnus Dei | ELW 4, p. 154 | |
| Distribution Hymns | Son of God, Eternal Savior | ELW 655 |
| Soul, Adorn Yourself with Gladness | ELW 488 | |
| Post-Communion Blessing | ||
| Post-Communion Canticle | Thank the Lord and Sing His Praise | LBW Setting 2 |
| Post-Communion Prayer | ||
| Benedicamus and Benediction | ||
| Sending Hymn | Hallelujah! We Sing Your Praises | ELW 535 |
| Dismissal | ||
| Chimes & Postlude |
Worship Servants
| Role | Saturday | Sunday |
|---|---|---|
| Greeters | LaDonna Evans | Carol Neal, Mike & Deidre Wierson |
| Usher | Mike Eddy | Rick Burud and Larry Olson |
| Lector | Louise Gregory | Sandy Phillips |
| Sacristan | Joel Minscer | Debi Ringkob |
| Acolyte | Reid Carter | Brynn Beckel and Blake Hargus |
| Council | Jessica Crissinger | Kevin Nelson |
| Projectionist | Amy Haaland | Ashley Schmit |
| Radio Announcer | Dave Hansen |
Calendar
| Day | Events |
|---|---|
| Sunday, September 13 | 9:00am Rally Day Worship (Radio: KKOJ) 10:00am Rally Day Activities 10:00am Adult Bible Study 6:00pm Sixth Grade Confirmation Orientation |
| Monday, September 14 | 2:00pm Missionary Prayer Group 5:15pm Committee Night |
| Tuesday, September 15 | 8:30am Women’s Bible Study 6:00pm New Member Class |
| Wednesday, September 16 | 3:00pm Confirmation Class 6:00pm Lighthouse Children’s Ministry 7:00pm Branches Youth Group |
| Thursday, September 17 | 8:00am Men’s Bible Study |
| Saturday, September 19 | 5:00pm Worship |
| Sunday, September 20 | 9:00am Worship (Radio: KKOJ) 10:00am Adult Bible Study 6:00pm Confirmation Class |