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Reformation Evangelical Lutheran Church
3670 Perkiomen Avenue
Reading, PA 19606
www.reformationlutheran.org
610-779-0534
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Seventh Sunday of Easter May 16, 2021
A Service of Word 8:00 AM and 9:30 AMWelcome to Reformation!
Whether you are worshiping in person at the church building or on our
livestream, you are encouraged to actively and safely participate in all
parts of the service! Sing (or hum, if masked) the hymns, pray the prayers,
pass God’s peace, and know that you are a part of something larger than
yourself!
Seventh Sunday of Easter: Acts 1:1-11; Psalm 47; Ephesians 1:15-23
Luke 24:44-53
In today’s readings the risen Christ ascends into heaven and his followers
are assured that the Spirit will empower them to be witnesses throughout
the earth. The disciples are told to not gaze up into heaven to look for Jesus;
we find his presence among us as we proclaim the word and share the
Easter feast. We, too, long for the Spirit to enliven our faith and invigorate
our mission.
Worship Leaders
Presiding Minister: Pastor Paul Metzloff
Director of Music: Dr. Heidi Rochlin
Reader: Michelle Karasek
Live streaming: Tom Sahaida, Andy Dobroskey, & Sarah Hawk
Altar Guild: Jane Hinkle, Kathy Austin
Flowers: Brion and Jackie Morrissey, in honor of their
wedding anniversary and Brion’s birthday;
Fritz and Pat Bower, in honor of their
wedding anniversaryWELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS THANKSGIVING FOR BAPTISM Alleluia! Christ is risen. Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia! Refreshed by the resurrection life we share in Christ, let us give thanks for the gift of baptism. We thank you, risen Christ, for these waters where you make us new, leading us from death to life, from tears to joy. We bless you, risen Christ, that your Spirit comes to us in the grace-filled waters of rebirth, like rains to our thirsting earth, like streams that revive our souls, like cups of cool water shared with strangers. Breathe your peace on your church when we hide in fear. Clothe us with your mercy and forgiveness. Send us companions on our journey as we share your life. Make us one, risen Christ. Cleanse our hearts. Shower us with life. To you be given all praise, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God, now and forever. Amen. GATHERING SONG PRAISE THE ONE WHO BREAKS THE DARKNESS ELW#843
GREETING The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you. KYRIE
PRAYER OF THE DAY
Almighty God, your Son Jesus Christ ascended into heaven that he
might fill all things. In your mercy, give us faith to trust that he abides with
us for all time, and in your love inspire us to be his witnesses to the ends
of the earth. Amen!
The assembly is seated.
FIRST READING ACTS 1:1-11
A reading from Acts, the 1st chapter.
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Psalm Psalm 47
1
Clap your hands, | all you peoples;
shout to God with a | joyful sound.
2
For the LORD Most High is | to be feared:
a great king over | all the earth,
3
who subdues the | peoples under us,
and the nations un- | der our feet;
4
who chooses our inheri- | tance for us,
the pride of Jacob, | whom God loves.
5
God has gone up | with a shout,
the LORD with the sound | of the ram’s horn.
6
Sing praises to | God, sing praises;
sing praises to our | king, sing praises.
7
For God is king of | all the earth;
sing praises | with a song.
8
God reigns o- | ver the nations;
God is en- | throned on high.
9
The nobles of the peoples have gathered as the people of the | God
of Abraham.
The rulers of the earth belong to God, who is high- | ly exalted.SECOND READING EPHESIANS 1:15-23
A reading from Ephesians, the 1st chapter.
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
The assembly stands to welcome the Gospel.
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION
GOSPEL LUKE 24:44-53
The Holy Gospel according to Luke, the 24th chapter.
Glory to you, O Lord.
The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ.
SERMONHYMN OF THE DAY LIFT HIGH THE CROSS ELW#660
NICENE CREED
We believe in one God,
the Father, the Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth,
of all that is, seen and unseen.
We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,
the only Son of God,
eternally begotten of the Father,
God from God, Light from Light,
true God from true God,
begotten, not made,
of one Being with the Father;
through him all things were made.For us and for our salvation
he came down from heaven,
was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary
and became truly human.
For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;
he suffered death and was buried.
On the third day he rose again
in accordance with the scriptures;
he ascended into heaven
and is seated at the right hand of the Father.
He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,
and his kingdom will have no end.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,
who proceeds from the Father and the Son,
who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified,
who has spoken through the prophets.
We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic church.
We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.
We look for the resurrection of the dead,
and the life of the world to come. Amen.
Offering of Music - The Rochlin Ensemble Singers
Your financial offering, whether online, mailed or brought to the church, is
greatly appreciated! Thank you!
The assembly stands.
PRAYERS
Assisting Minister: Alive in the risen Christ by the power of the Holy
Spirit, we bring our prayers before God who promises to hear us and
answer in steadfast love.
Each petition of the prayers concludes with these words:
Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great.
Assisting Minister: In the hope of new life in Christ, we raise our prayers
to you, trusting in your never-ending goodness and mercy; through Jesus
Christ our Lord, who taught us to pray . . .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 PEACE The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. BENEDICTION May our glorious God grant you a spirit of wisdom to know and to love the risen Lord Jesus. The God of life, Father, ☩ Son, and Holy Spirit, bless you now and forever. Amen!
SENDING HYMN SON OF GOD ETERNAL SAVIOR ELW #655 DISMISSAL Alleluia! Christ is risen. Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia! Go in peace. Share the good news. Alleluia! Thanks be to God. Alleluia! POSTLUDE
PRAYER LIST
Please keep these people in your prayers.
We are in the process of improving the prayer list, especially the ‘Friends
of Reformation’ section. If you have an update, please let us know! If you
would like to place a name on the prayer list, please first get their
permission, then call the church office or e-mail to:
mail@reformationlutheran.org. We will keep their name on the list for
three months. If the name needs to remain on the list just call the office
with an update.
Reformation Family: Carol Baer, David Bechtel, Erna Breithaupt, Linda
Centofanti, Harriet Clauser, Ralph DiGuardi, Nancy Edinger, George
Gerhart, Roger Hillibush, Kathy Hoffmaster, Marie Kisling, Patti Kline,
Joyce McCloughan, LaJune McDonough, Mark Painter, Jayne Phillips,
Ginny Rathman, Barb Regar, David Regar, Muffy Reinecker, Joanne
Reinhart, Mickey Schaeffer, Julie Seiz, Dave Shirey, Melba Stamm, Rose
Vild, Jennifer Weaver, Joyce Yerger, and Michael Yerger.
Friends of Reformation: Jim Crowley, Patty Derr, Ronald Derr, Scott
Flicker, Jacki Love, Christine Love, Bonnie Maillie, Sandy Messner, Jean
Morgan, Paul O’Leary, Taylor Tenuta, Tim Toler, Drew Seiscio, and
Michael Zambelli.
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2021 Church Directory - We are in the process of updating information
for the congregation and ask that you please call the church office (610)
779-0534 or e-mail (mail@reformationlutheran.org) with any
changes. We would like to publish the new directory during the week of
June 1, 2021. Thank you!
Giving to support our ministries in Christ’s name remains important,
while we are unable to gather in large groups. You can give online at
www.reformationlutheran.org, through your bank’s bill payer, or by
mailing a check to the church building.Geraniums for Pentecost - Red geraniums will again adorn our sanctuary on Pentecost Sunday, May 23rd. The price per plant is $ 5.00. Please place your money in an envelope, labeled with your name, and noting in memory of / honor of. You may also call the church office with your order. The geraniums will be planted in our landscape beds following the service. Adult Studies Update - Reformation’s Adult Sunday School and the Monday afternoon Adult Bible Study are meeting weekly. The Adult Bible Study has resumed meeting in person, masked and physically distanced, in the Fellowship Hall on Mondays at 1 pm and the curriculum varies. The Adult Sunday School meets via Zoom every Sunday after the Live Stream Worship, at 10:45 am. We are currently following the ELCA’s “Daily Faith Practices” which studies the second lesson of that day’s lectionary. If you would like an invite to the Sunday School Zoom meeting, please contact Steve & Elisha Barnett. Call (610) 301-9900 or email Steve at sgb121266@aol.com or Elisha at elisha@elishabarnett.com. We’d love to have you join us for either or both studies! Online Resources for Worship: In addition to watching our worship through Facebook, you can watch it on our church website: www.reformationlutheran.org. Under the Worship section, there is now a page where the last two videos of worship services are posted. Synod Assembly – Reformation still needs a representative for the synod assembly, which will take place online on June 4th and 5th. Please contact Pastor Metzloff or the office if you are interested and willing to serve; registration closes on May 17th.
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