Immanuel Lutheran Augsburg Church

The Resurrection of Our Lord Jesus Christ

Sunday, April 24, 2011

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“Why do you seek the living among the dead? He is not here; He has risen!” Thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. Today we recall the empty tomb. Because that tomb has been forever vacated, we rejoice in the gift of eternal life this day by the immeasurable grace of God through faith in His Beloved Son, Our Risen Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. On this glorious day, we celebrate His resurrection from the dead in Word and Sacrament.

In this Holy Supper, our Savior gives to us His true Body and His true Blood for the strengthening of our faith. Those who approach the Lord’s Table give public witness to our confessional unity of faith. On the Scriptural basis of this unity, we ask that only those who are members of a congregation in the Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod commune with us. If you have not communed here before, please ask to speak with the Pastor or one of our Elders before the service.

 

The Congregation Rises.

 

CHRIST IS RISEN! HE IS RISEN INDEED! ALLEULIA!

 

 Opening Hymn     “Now All the Vault of Heaven Resounds”      LSB 465

                                               

Divine Service, Setting One

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Confession and Absolution                                                     LSB 151 

Service of the Word

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Introit 

Kyrie                                    ~Lord, Have Mercy~                    LSB 152-153

Hymn of Praise                    ~This Is The Feast~                         LSB 155

The Salutation and Collect                                                     LSB 156

The Readings

   First Reading:                                                       Acts 10:34-43

 

            Second Reading:                                              Colossians 3:1-4

Alleluia                                                                        LSB 156

            Holy Gospel:                                                   Matthew 28:1-10                                               

Nicene Creed                                                                          LSB 158

Hymn of the Day   “Good Christian Friends, Rejoice and Sing”  LSB 475

The Sermon                                     “Fear Not!”                         Matthew 28:1-10

Offering

Hymn of Response      “Alleluia, Alleluia! Hearts to Heaven”            LSB 477 

Prayer of the Church

Service of the Sacrament

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Preface                                                                                    LSB 160

Sanctus                                ~Holy, Holy, Holy~                          LSB 161

Prayer of Thanksgiving                                                         LSB 161

Lord’s Prayer                                                                         LSB 162 

Words of Institution                                                               LSB 162 

Pax Domini                      ~The Peace of the Lord~                      LSB 163

Agnus Dei                               ~Lamb of God~                                    LSB 163

The Distribution

Distribution Hymns: 

        “At the Lamb’s High Feast We Sing”               LSB 633

        “He’s Risen, He’s Risen”            LSB 480

                                    “Jesus Lives! The Victory’s Won”       LSB 490 

Post-Communion Canticle        ~Thank the Lord~                        LSB 164           

                                                                                                                                                                                  

Post-Communion Collect                                                                                                                                           

P     Let us pray. Risen Savior, You are the firstfruits of those that have fallen asleep. May we who have partaken of the fruits of Your cross bear resurrection fruit unto eternal life; for You live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

C     Amen.

 

Benediction

 

Closing Hymn             “The Strife Is O’er, the Battle Done”         LSB 464

 

VSilent Prayer  V

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A Heartfelt Welcome to all of our guests and visitors this morning.  Please be sure to sign the guest book in the narthex before you depart.  We invite you to join us in worship again.  We celebrate Christ’s resurrection every Sunday morning, beginning with Bible Class at 9 a.m. and Divine Service at 10:00 a.m.  If you would like to learn more about our church, Pastor Bruce would welcome the opportunity to speak with you after the conclusion of today’s service.  If you’d like to schedule an appointment, please contact our office at (618) 846-8383. 

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Preacher/Liturgist                                   Pastor Bruce Milash

Organist                                                Dana Myers

THIS WEEK'S CALENDAR
Today             6:00am Easter Sunrise Service
                       7:00am Breakfast in Parish Hall
                       8:30am Easter Egg Hunt

                       9:00am Sunday School & Bible Class
                       10:00am Divine Worship

Next Sunday    9:00am Sunday School& Bible Class
                       1O:OOam Divine Worship

                       Greeters: Phil & Phyllis Richards

                       Ushers: Jordan Williams & Jacob Henderson

What Do Lutherans Believe? Many people wonder what distinguishes the theology of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod from other denominations. Beginning on Tuesday evening, May 3rd, we will gather in our fellowship hall to examine the confessional beliefs and practices of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod. The Holy Bible, Luther's Small Catechism, The Lutheran Confessions and a new publication entitled "The Lutheran Difference" will serve as our primary source materials for this weekly study If' you have questions about our church body, come an join us. This study is for those who may be in interested in joining our fellowship. If you think you already know all the answers, come and join us. You'll be amazed at what you'll learn. Everyone is encouraged to invite a friend. All of our members are strongly encouraged to attend.

Proceeds from Easter Breakfast will go towards our Vacation Bible School.  Thrivent Choice Dollars will go towards this activity.

Lilly Donations Ed Atwood - In memory of Janet Atwood Dan & Cindy Meyer - In memory of Willard & Norma Meyer Carolyn Sasse - In memory of Derald & Reba Sasse Ruth Summann - In memory of Paul Summann Pastor, Linda & Sarah Milsah, Sandy Drapiewski - In memory of Lillian Szarley Charles & Judy Wasmuth - In memory of Charles & Hildagarde Wasmuth, John & Lou Hulskotter Norma Gable - In memory of Pete Gabel Lee & Fran Schaal Charles & Iris Kruenegel Wally & Joyce Bertram Bob & Janet Williams Dennis & Evelyn Meseke Steve & Caryl Hickerson Phil & Phyllis Richards Keith & Diane Torbeck Don & Emily Ehrat