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Grace Lutheran Church ~ LCMS
1430 7th Ave. SE, Le Mars, Iowa
www.gracelemars.org
Sunday Worship 9:00am
Sunday School (Sept-May) & Adult Bible Study
10:15am
May 16th, 2021
Ascension Sunday
Pastor Timothy Geitz (541-2266) pastorofgrace@live.com
Jason Britton, Office Manager (546-5516)
Church Email: gracelutheranchurch@ymail.com
Office Hours: Mon - Thurs 8:00 am-4:00 pm www.gracelemars.org
Worship Broadcast on Local Channel 12 ~ Wednesdays, 6:30 pm
Missionaries:
Pastor Carl and Chen His Li Hanson, Asia Region
Rev. Dale and Suzanne Kaster, Prague, Czech Republic
Dr. Stephen and Maggie Oliver, Taiwan and Asia Region
Rev. Paul Flo-South Sioux City Hispanic Ministry
Nathan Nelson-Seminary Student
12 ORDER OF WORSHIP
Serving Next Week May 23rd, 2021
Ascension Sunday (with Communion)
Elders: Tony Heisterkamp
May 16, 2021 Ushers: Mark Heimgartner
Reader: Allyn Ander son
Ringing of the Bells & Greeting Trustee: Ken Ur ban
Opening Hymn #442 “All Glory, Laud, and Honor” Music: Ruth Alexander
Refrain:
All glory, laud, and honor To You, Redeemer, King, To whom
the lips of children Made sweet hosannas ring.
1 You are the King of Israel And David’s royal Son, Now in the
Lord’s name coming, Our King and Blessèd One. Refrain
2 The company of angels Is praising You on high, And we with
all creation In chorus make reply. Refrain
3 The multitude of pilgrims With palms before You went; Our
praise and prayer and anthems Before You we present. Refrain
4 To You before Your passion They sang their hymns of praise;
To You, now high exalted, Our melody we raise. Refrain
5 As You received their praises, Accept the prayers we bring, O Congregational Officers
Source of ev’ry blessing, Our good and gracious King. Refrain Allyn Anderson, President, 712-540-0137
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Tony Heisterkamp , Vice President, 605-214-7557
Colene Jahn, Secretary, 712-540-2747
Invocation Lois Ohlendorf, Treasurer, 712-546-7736
In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Gene Petersen , Head Elder, 712-737-2832
Spirit. Darrell Kleihauer, Chair Trustees, 712-541-3288
Amen! Susan Geitz, Chair Bd of Education, 546-1527
Colene Jahn, Sunday School Superintendent, 712-540-2747
Prayer of Day Norma Johnson, Chair Memorials, 712-541-6299
Amen. Andy and Colene Jahn, Chair Youth, 712-540-2747,
Susan Geitz, Chair F/SM, 546-1527
Hymn of Praise #493 “A Hymn of Glory Let Us Sing” Jay Faber, Chair Stewardship, 712-539-1516
(Vss 1, 2, 3, 6) Lola Fitch & Lois Ohlendorf, LWML, Co-Chairs
Lola Fitch, Altar Guild, 546-7292
1 A hymn of glory let us sing!
New hymns throughout the world shall ring:
2 11THANK YOU to everyone that helped load the trailer for the Alleluia, alleluia!
Orphan Grain Train. It was very much appreciated. Also thank Christ, by a road before untrod,
you to all who donated clothing and other items as we were able Ascends unto the throne of God.
to fill half of the trailer. We also want to thank everyone that Alleluia, alleluia!
donated with a special offering for Orphan Grain Train as we Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
were able to raise $2,027 to support their work.
2 The holy apostolic band
THANK YOU to Wayne and Ruth Faber for the gener ous Upon the Mount of Olives stand.
and wonderful gift that has allowed us to install the Automatic Alleluia, alleluia!
doors. This gift will make things easier going forward for the And with His faithful foll’wers see
members of the congregation. Their Lord ascend in majesty.
Alleluia, alleluia!
ANYONE INTERESTED? in teaching English as a Second Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
Language (ESL) or Citizenship classes for the Sudanese is asked
to talk to Pastor Mapur or Pastor Geitz. 3 To them the shining angels cry,
“Why stand and gaze upon the sky?”
CAMP OKOBOJI We are currently recruiting for our Summer Alleluia, alleluia!
Staff needs. Are you looking for a summer job or know someone “This is the Savior,” thus they say;
who is committed to serving others and glorifying God?? We are “This is His glorious triumph day!”
seeking to hire up to 21 hard-working, committed young adults to Alleluia, alleluia!
serve campers and guests. Responsibilities at Camp Okoboji Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
range from program assistance, housekeeping, dining hall,
lifeguarding (training will be provided), and general 6 O risen Christ, ascended Lord,
maintenance. In addition, we are currently looking for part-time All praise to You let earth accord:
office assistance. Primary responsibilities would be working with Alleluia, alleluia!
camper registrations and Camp Okoboji’s software/database You are, while endless ages run,
systems. Inquiries may be directed to Kellie Jones, Camp With Father and with Spirit one.
Director at (712) 337-3325 or kellie.campokoboji.org. Alleluia, alleluia!
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
CAMP OKOBOJI Sharing opportunities to assist Camp with
specific items Laundry soap and bleach, Hand soap and © 1978 Lutheran Book of Worship. Used by permission: LSB Hymn License .NET, no. 100011672.
disinfectant wipes, Queen mattress pads, Bissell Cleanview
Swivel PET Vacuum (2), 2 seat bike trailer for children, Thrivent First Lesson Acts 1:1-11
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Action Team Cards (check with Kellie Jones for guidance on In the first book, O Theophilus, I have dealt with all that Jesus
recommended usages) began to do and teach, 2 until the day when he was taken up, after
he had given commands through the Holy Spirit to the apostles
LWML MITES on the 3rd Sunday of every month, LWML will whom he had chosen. 3 He presented himself alive to them after
be collecting Mites. These donations support missions worldwide his suffering by many proofs, appearing to them during forty days
and speaking about the kingdom of God. 4 And while staying with
them he ordered them not to depart from Jerusalem, but to wait
for the promise of the Father, which, he said, “you heard from
me; 5 for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with
10 3the Holy Spirit not many days from now.” 6 So when they had THE CHOSEN Have you hear d of the Chr istian TV ser ies
come together, they asked him, “Lord, will you at this “The Chosen” A story about the Life of Jesus? If you are
time restore the kingdom to Israel?” 7 He said to them, “It is not interested in watching it, we will be showing it in the fellowship
for you to know times or seasons that the Father has fixed by his
own authority. 8 But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit hall on Tuesdays at 1:30pm. If you missed the first episodes it’s
has come upon you, and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem okay to still come as the episodes are individual episodes. If you
and in all Judea and Samaria, and to the end of the earth.” 9 And have any questions please contact Lois or Lola.
when he had said these things, as they were looking on, he was
lifted up, and a cloud took him out of their sight. 10 And while GRADUATION If you ar e a gr aduating high school senior or
they were gazing into heaven as he went, behold, two men stood graduating from college and would like to be recognized please
by them in white robes, 11 and said, “Men of Galilee, why do you provide your graduation information and future plans to the box
stand looking into heaven? This Jesus, who was taken up from outside the church office. Due today.
you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go
into heaven.” MAIN STREET LIVING Next Weeks This is the Life
10:00am – “Man in the Middle” – (1975) Two men are left with
This is the Word of the Lord. a “secret” when one tells the other he has terminal cancer.
Thanks be to God!
Worship Service 10:30am – Rev. Jared Hartman of St. Paul
Children’s Sermon Lutheran Church in Wisner, NE, delivers the message “A New
Day for Christ’s Church” based on Acts 2:1-21. Additional
Epistle Lesson Ephesians 1:15-23 information is available on the web site:
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Jesus and your love toward all the saints, 16 I do not cease to give
thanks for you, remembering you in my prayers, 17 that the God SUPPORTING ON MAIN STREET If you would like to help
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come. 22 And he put all things under his feet and gave him OPEN HOUSE Come help us celebr ate- class of 2021.
as head over all things to the church, 23 which is his body, the Graduation party honoring Luke Geitz will be held Saturday, May
fullness of him who fills all in all. 22, from 1:30-3:30pm at 1531 3rd Ave SE, Le Mars.
This is the Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God!
4 9News & Notes for May 16th, 2021 Gospel Processional (Immanuel-God With Us)
Please turn and face the cross as God comes into the midst of His
Those Serving Us This Week people.
Elders: Tony Heisterkamp
Ushers: Mark Heimgartner Gospel Lesson Luke 24:44-53
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Reader: Allyn Ander son Then he said to them, “These are my words that I spoke to you
Trustee: Cur t Uden while I was still with you, that everything written about me in the Law
Music: Ruth Alexander of Moses and the Prophets and the Psalms must be
fulfilled.” 45 Then he opened their minds to understand the
HOLY COMMUNION If you are a visitor to our service and Scriptures, 46 and said to them, “Thus it is written, that the Christ
would like to take Holy Communion, we ask that you please should suffer and on the third day rise from the dead, 47 and
speak to an Usher for more information. We take God's Word that repentance for the forgiveness of sins should be proclaimed in his
seriously when we are told to administer this Sacrament correctly, name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem. 48 You are witnesses of
and would like to make sure that your spiritual needs are taken these things. 49 And behold, I am sending the promise of my Father
care of. Also, the center ring of communion cups contains non- upon you. But stay in the city until you are clothed with power from
alcoholic wine, if you would prefer that option. Thank You, on high.” 50 And he led them out as far as Bethany, and lifting up his
Pastor Geitz. hands he blessed them. 51 While he blessed them, he parted from them
and was carried up into heaven. 52 And they worshiped him
PRAYERS Please pr ay for Paulette Wilkins and returned to Jerusalem with great joy, 53 and were continually in
the temple blessing God.
VISITORS If you are a visitor, please do not feel obligated to
give during the offerings. But you are welcome to support our This is the Gospel of the Lord.
ministry here any time. Our offerings are used to support several Praise to you, O Christ.
missionaries, provide a comfortable facility for members and Sermon Hymn #490 “Jesus Lives! The Victory's Won”
visitors alike to worship in, support the work of our District and
Synod, and provides for our Pastor and other employees. We just 1 Jesus lives! The vict’ry’s won! Death no longer can appall me; Jesus
desire that you give to God out of what He has blessed you with. lives! Death’s reign is done! From the grave will Christ recall me.
Pastor Brighter scenes will then commence; This shall be my confidence.
DON'T HAVE CASH TODAY? You can give using the 2 Jesus lives! To Him the throne High above all things is given. I shall
Tithe.ly app with either iOS or Android phones. Simply go where He is gone, Live and reign with Him in heaven. God is
download the Tithe.ly app and use it to give once or to give a faithful; doubtings, hence! This shall be my confidence.
recurring gift. It's free to download
3 Jesus lives! For me He died, Hence will I, to Jesus living, Pure in
THRIVENT CHOICE DOLLARS did you know you can heart and act abide, Praise to Him and glory giving. All I need God
choose to have your Thrivent Choice dollars directed to support will dispense; This shall be my confidence.
Grace Lutheran’s Ministry? Feel free to contact our
4 Jesus lives! I know full well Nothing me from Him shall sever.
representative, Joni Kellen at 712-541-5074. Your support is Neither death nor pow’rs of hell Part me now from Christ forever.
appreciated. God will be my sure defense; This shall be my confidence.
8 55 Jesus lives! And now is death But the gate of life immortal; This
shall calm my trembling breath When I pass its gloomy portal. Faith Benediction
shall cry, as fails each sense: Jesus is my confidence! Amen.
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Closing Hymn "Hymn of Victory"
Sermon " Hope! Riches! and Gr eatness!" Ephesians 1:15-23
1. Joyful, joyful, we adore You, Praise and thanks we give to You.
Prayer for Ascension Day From the grave You have been lifted; now we give You all our
praise! Come all nations; see His vic-t’ry, which has given us our
The Lord’s Prayer hope! In the light of Easter morning, we too see our hope of life!
Our Father who art in heaven,
2. Lift we, then, our joyful voices in the praise that swells the sky.
hallowed be Thy name, Telling every heathen nation that the Lord has won the fight!
Thy kingdom come, Valiant He has died in battle, yet our vic-t’ry He assured. He has
Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven; won the vic-t’ry for us; God has raised Him from the dead!
give us this day our daily bread;
and forgive us our trespasses 3. He ascended into heaven, now we lift our praises high. He’s our
as we forgive those who trespass against us; King, and we’re His people, praising Him with joyful voice. Sing
and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. His praises! Tell His glory! Shout it out with gladsome voice. Sing
For Thine is the kingdom and shout and tell His glory, Christ is coming from on high!
and the power and the glory
4. Now we have a sure foundation, God has built His Church upon!
forever and ever.
Christ is Head and we His Body, Let us ever sing His praise!
Amen. Worship Him as we remember, all His mercies poured on us. Joyful
let us be His heralds telling all the world of Him.
Words of Institution
(Tune: Hymn To Joy, Ludwig Van Beethoven, 1770-1827, adapt.
(Text: Rev. Timothy Geitz-Used with permission)
Pax Domini
The peace of the Lord be with you always. This Week at Grace Lutheran
Amen. Sun, May 16: Worship at 9:00am w/ HC
Bible Study 10:15am
Sudanese Worship at 1:00pm
Distribution of the Lord's Supper Mon, May 17: Bible Study at 9:30am
Distribution Hymns: 525, 549, 821 Tues, May 18: The Chosen 1:30pm
Council Meeting 7:00pm
Post-Communion Blessing Thur, May 20: High School Bible Study 7:00am
Amen. Sun May, 23: Pentecost Worship Service 9:00am
Bible Study 10:15am
Post-Communion Prayer Sudanese Worship at 1:00pm
Amen.
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