Page 2 OUR SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH Declaration of Grace GREENDALE, WISCONSIN P: Almighty God, our heavenly Father, has had mercy upon us and has given His only Son South 76th Street and Parkview Road to die for us and for His sake forgives us all our sins. To those who believe on His name Phone: 421-2060 He gives power to become the children of God and has promised them His Holy Spirit. He that believes and is baptized shall be saved. Web: ourshepherdlutheran.org, thewordtoday.org Church Office Email: [email protected] Grant this, Lord, unto us all. Twitter: @OurShepherdLuth Facebook: Our Shepherd Greendale C: Amen. The Reverend Douglas W. Schroeder, Hymn of Praise: LSB 933 – My Soul Rejoices (vs. 1) The Ninth Sunday after Pentecost 8:00 & 10:30 a.m. July 25, 2021 My soul rejoices, OUR THEME FOR THIS YEAR IS—Conforming to God’s Son in 2021 My spirit voices— For those God foreknew he also predestined to be conformed to the image of his Son, that he Sing the greatness of the Lord! might be the firstborn among many brothers and sisters. ~ Romans 8:29 For God my Savior has shown me favor—

Sing the greatness of the Lord! ORDER OF WORSHIP With praise and blessing, Join in confessing Organ Prelude: Little Prelude and Fugue in G Minor . . . J. S. Bach God, who is solely mighty and holy— Welcome and Announcements O sing the greatness of God the Lord! His mercy surely shall rest securely Opening Hymn: LSB 570 – Just as I Am, Without One Plea On all who fear Him, Love and revere Him— Invocation O sing the greatness of God the Lord! P: In the name of the Father and of the T Son and of the Holy Spirit. C: Amen. : P: Beloved in the Lord! Let us draw near with a true heart and confess our sins unto God our P: Let us pray, Father, beseeching Him in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to grant us forgiveness. C: Almighty and most merciful God, the protector of all who trust in You, strengthen our faith, and give us courage to believe that in Your love You will rescue us from all adversities; through Confession of Sins JesusLSB Christ, 184 Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now P: Almighty God, our maker and redeemer, we poor sinners confess unto You that we are by and forever. Amen. nature sinful and unclean and that we have sinned against You by thought, word, and deed. Wherefore we flee for refuge to Your infinite mercy, seeking and imploring Your Scripture Readings (Back of Bulletin) grace for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ. : LSB 575 – My Hope is Built on Nothing Less C: O most merciful God, who has given Your only begotten Son to die for us, have mercy upon us and for His sake grant us remission of all our sins, and by Your Holy Message from the Word: Spirit increase in us true knowledge of You and of Your will and true obedience to Series: You Are Not Alone, Part 1—Loneliness Your Word, to the end that by Your grace we may come to everlasting life; through Sermon Text: Psalm 68: 5-6 Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen. Page 3 Page 4 Apostles’ Creed: I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth. Communion Hymn: Agnus Dei (LSB pg. 210) 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. O Jesus Christ, true Lamb of God, He descended into hell. The third day he rose again from the dead. He ascended into You take the sin of the world away; heaven and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty. From thence he will O Jesus Christ, true Lamb of God. come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy Christian Have mercy on us, Lord, we pray. Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting. Amen. O Jesus Christ, true Lamb of God, You take the sin of the world away; Offering Have mercy on us, Jesus Christ. And grant us peace, O Lord, we pray. Prayer of Thanksgiving Post-Communion Canticle: LSB 619 – Thy Body, Given for Me, O Savior vs. 5 Responsive Prayer: P: On the glorious splendor of your majesty, My heart has now become Thy dwelling, and on your wondrous works, I will meditate. O blessèd, holy Trinity. C: I will extol you, my God and King, With angels I, Thy praises telling, and bless your name forever and ever. Shall live in joy eternally. P: Every day I will bless you Lord, may Thy body and Thy blood Be for my soul the highest good! and praise your name forever and ever.

C: Great is the LORD, and greatly to be praised, Closing Hymn: LSB 819 – Sing Praise to God the Highest Good and his greatness is unsearchable.

P: They shall speak of the might of your awesome deeds, and I will declare your greatness. C: They shall pour forth the fame of your abundant goodness Postlude: Trumpet Tune . . . J. Weber and shall sing aloud of your righteousness. =+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=

Prayers/Lord’s Prayer ANNOUNCEMENTS

Words of Institution/The Lord’s Supper (10:30 a.m.) ALUMINUM CANS: We will collect aluminum cans in the north parking lot next weekend, (July The Bible is specific about who should attend the Lord’s Supper (1 Corinthians 10: 16-17; 11: 31/August 1). No glass or plastic please. Proceeds benefit The Word Today. 27-30). We invite those who wish to confess their sins and believe they receive Christ’s body and blood in this sacrament, for their forgiveness, to join us at the Lord’s Table for their spiritual FAMILY OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT: Join us for an informal church service on Saturday, August strengthening. 7th at 6:00 p.m. followed by food, games, and an outdoor movie – Face the Giants! Please sign

up so we can plan for food and supplies.

Page 5 Page 6 COLLECTION OF WINTER ITEMS: It is not too early to start our annual collection of warm NOTES winter wear for those in need! If you knit or crochet, there is yarn available in the room off the nursery to create hats, mittens and scarves. We will also begin to collect your gently used jackets/coats and new socks of all sizes. These collected items will be donated in conjunction with our annual blanket making event in November.

FOOD COLLECTION: Thank you for your continued donations of non-perishable food and personal hygiene items which are being delivered to the Ebenezer Food Pantry. It is much appreciated! All donations are welcome and can be left in the closet off the nursery. Most- needed items include the following: beans (pork and beans, baked beans, black beans, garbanzo beans, kidney beans, refried beans), sides (hamburger helper, rice-a-roni, stuffing mix, pasta and sauce mix, etc.), applesauce, ramen noodles, tuna, canned chicken breast, canned salmon, noodles in a can (spaghetti-o’s, etc.), instant mashed potatoes, boxed UHT milk.

SOUND/STREAMING SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES: We are looking for additional people to serve on the soundboard and live-streaming teams. This is a great opportunity to serve the Lord by beautifying the worship service and making it available for those who are unable to attend in-person. No prior experience is necessary; we will provide training. If you are interested, please write ‘sound/live-stream’ on an attendance card and put card in offering basket. Thank you!

SINGLES BIBLE STUDY: As there have been many singles joining Our Shepherd recently, we are looking to start formal singles groups. Please use the attendance card for your name and contact information if you would like to be part of a single’s Bible study and a singles social group of mixed ages. If we get 10 or more people, we will begin these groups.

NEW SUPPORT GROUP: Our Shepherd is starting an informal Mental Health Support Group. If you desire sharing, Scripture support and prayer for yourself or a loved one, please use the Attendance card and write your name and “Mental Health Support Group” on it. We will reach out to you with specifics of the group as it is begun. +=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+=+= SCHEDULE OF SERVICES AND ACTIVITIES THIS WEEK

Monday Couples Bible Study (individuals welcome!) 6:30 PM Saturday Worship Service 6:00 PM Sunday Worship Service (10:30 live stream also) 8:00 & 10:30 AM Sunday Sunday School Classes 9:30 AM Sunday Adult Bible Class 9:30 AM