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FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH 109 West Third Avenue, Warren, Pennsylvania Phone: (814) 723-6450 Fax: (814) 723-0935 Email Office: [email protected] Website: www.flcwarren.com The Rev. Jeffrey B. Ewing, Pastor [email protected] Jack Hemink, Director of Music Julie Baughman, accompanist Cheri Kellogg, Director of Children, Youth and Family 10 th Sunday after Pentecost August 9, 2020 ELW Setting 10 Elijah finds the presence of God not in earthquake, wind, or fire, but in the sound of sheer silence. When the disciples face a great storm on the sea, they cry out with fear. Jesus says: “Take heart, it is I; do not be afraid.” Amid the storms of life, we gather to seek the calm presence of Christ that soothes our fears. In comforting words of scripture and in the refreshing bread and cup of the eucharist, God grants us peace and sends us forth to be a sign of God’s presence to others. *Indicates that the congregation is invited to stand as you are able.

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FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH 109 West Third Avenue, Warren, Pennsylvania

Phone: (814) 723-6450 Fax: (814) 723-0935

Email Office: [email protected] Website: www.flcwarren.com

The Rev. Jeffrey B. Ewing, Pastor [email protected]

Jack Hemink, Director of Music Julie Baughman, accompanist

Cheri Kellogg, Director of Children, Youth and Family

10th Sunday after Pentecost August 9, 2020

ELW Setting 10 Elijah finds the presence of God not in earthquake, wind, or fire, but in the sound of

sheer silence. When the disciples face a great storm on the sea, they cry out with fear.

Jesus says: “Take heart, it is I; do not be afraid.” Amid the storms of life, we gather to

seek the calm presence of Christ that soothes our fears. In comforting words of scripture

and in the refreshing bread and cup of the eucharist, God grants us peace and sends us

forth to be a sign of God’s presence to others.

*Indicates that the congregation is invited to stand as you are able.

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Be sure to have your mask on as you enter and exit the building and continue to practice social distancing!

Before entering, an usher will take your temperature using a touchless thermometer (if your temperature is over 100 degrees, for the safety of our community you will need to view the service from home on Facebook Live or at www.flcwarren.com/worship). A squirt of hand sanitizer will also be given.

• Please keep all of your personal effects with you as you enter the building.

• Upon arriving at the center doors, please wait to be seated. An usher will escort you to your seat where you will find a bulletin for the service. If you prefer a seat cushion, please bring one from home. Once you are seated, and if desired, you may remove your mask.

• All words for hymns are printed in the bulletin. If you would like to use a hymnbook, feel free to pick one up at the table in the Narthex. Please remember to set it on the table near the exit door as you leave.

• Offering trays will be at the entrance and exit. As always, thank you for supporting the work of bringing God’s love to all people!

• During worship, the Peace will be shared in a nonphysical manner (bowing, peace sign, etc…)

• Pastor and Worship Assistant will move between the pews to distribute communion.

o If you do not wish to receive the sacraments, please indicate so by crossing your arms across your chest.

o The Host will be dropped into hands. o Communion wine will be pre-poured and placed in trays with cups

spaced apart. Place empty cups back in the same spot from where they were taken.

• After the Postlude, please wait for an usher to dismiss you from the sanctuary. The exit door is near the choir room.

We’re so glad you’re here!

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GATHERING_______________________________

PRELUDE

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

*PREPARING FOR WORSHIP

Surely the Presence of the Lord Is in This Place Lanny Wolfe

1. Surely the presence of the Lord is in this place;

I can feel His mighty power and His grace.

I can hear the brush of angels’ wings, I see glory on each face;

Surely the presence of the Lord is in this place.

2. Surely the Spirit of the Lord is here in love,

And it brings God’s peace as quiet as a dove.

I can see the glow of angels’ wings shining brightly from above

Surely the Spirit of the Lord is here in love.

Copyright 1977 by Lanny Wolfe Music/ASCAP (A Div. of Pathway Press, Cleveland, TN. International Copyright Secured.

All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplicated by permission of Gaither Copyright #GCM 082584

*CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS

Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God,

whose steadfast love is everlasting,

whose faithfulness endures from generation to generation.

Amen.

Trusting in the mercy of God, let us confess our sin.

Silence is kept for reflection.

Reconciling God,

we confess that we do not trust your abundance, and we deny your presence in our

lives. We place our hope in ourselves and rely on our own efforts.

We fail to believe that you provide enough for all. We abuse your good creation for

our own benefit. We fear difference and do not welcome others as you have

welcomed us. We sin in thought, word, and deed. By your grace, forgive us; through

your love, renew us; and in your Spirit, lead us; so that we may live and serve you in

newness of life. Amen.

Beloved of God, by the radical abundance of divine mercy we have peace with God

through ☩ Christ Jesus, through whom we have obtained grace upon grace. Our sins are

forgiven. Let us live now in hope. For hope does not disappoint, because God’s love has

been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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*HYMN O Word of God Incarnate #514

Verses 1 and 3 1. O Word of God incarnate, O Wisdom from on high, O Truth unchanged, unchanging, O

Light of our dark sky: we praise you for the radiance that from the hallowed page, a lantern

to our footsteps, shines on from age to age.

3. Oh, make your church, dear Savior, a lamp of burnished gold to bear before the nations

your true light, as of old; oh, teach your wand’ring pilgrims by this their path to trace, till,

clouds and darkness ended, they see you face to face.

*GREETING

P: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy

Spirit be with you all.

C: And also with you.

*HYMN OF PRAISE

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*PRAYER OF THE DAY

O God our defender, storms rage around and within us and cause us to be afraid. Rescue

your people from despair, deliver your sons and daughters from fear, and preserve us in

the faith of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

First Reading: 1 Kings 19:9-18 On Mount Horeb, where God had appeared to Moses with typical signs of God’s presence—

earthquake, wind, and fire—Elijah now experienced God in “sheer silence.” God assured Elijah

that he is not the only faithful believer. Seven thousand Israelites are still loyal. God instructed

Elijah to anoint two men as kings and to anoint Elisha as his own successor.

9At [Horeb, the mount of God,][Elijah] came to a cave, and spent the night there.

Then the word of the LORD came to him, saying, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” 10He

answered, “I have been very zealous for the LORD, the God of hosts; for the Israelites have

forsaken your covenant, thrown down your altars, and killed your prophets with the sword. I

alone am left, and they are seeking my life, to take it away.”

11He said, “Go out and stand on the mountain before the LORD, for the LORD is about to pass

by.” Now there was a great wind, so strong that it was splitting mountains and breaking rocks in

pieces before the LORD, but the LORD was not in the wind; and after the wind an earthquake, but

the LORD was not in the earthquake; 12and after the earthquake a fire, but the LORD was not in the

fire; and after the fire a sound of sheer silence. 13When Elijah heard it, he wrapped his face in his

mantle and went out and stood at the entrance of the cave. Then there came a voice to him that

said, “What are you doing here, Elijah?” 14He answered, “I have been very zealous for the LORD,

the God of hosts; for the Israelites have forsaken your covenant, thrown down your altars, and

killed your prophets with the sword. I alone am left, and they are seeking my life, to take it

away.” 15Then the LORD said to him, “Go, return on your way to the wilderness of Damascus;

when you arrive, you shall anoint Hazael as king over Aram. 16Also you shall anoint Jehu son of

Nimshi as king over Israel; and you shall anoint Elisha son of Shaphat of Abel-meholah as

prophet in your place. 17Whoever escapes from the sword of Hazael, Jehu shall kill; and whoever

escapes from the sword of Jehu, Elisha shall kill. 18Yet I will leave seven thousand in Israel, all

the knees that have not bowed to Baal, and every mouth that has not kissed him.” .A: The Word of the Lord.

C: Thanks be to God.

Psalm: Psalm 85:8-13 I will listen to what the Lord God is saying. (Ps. 85:8)

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8I will listen to what the LORD| God is saying;

for you speak peace to your faithful people and to those who turn their | hearts to you. 9Truly, your salvation is very near to | those who fear you,

that your glory may dwell | in our land. R 10Steadfast love and faithfulness have | met together;

righteousness and peace have | kissed each other. 11Faithfulness shall spring up | from the earth,

and righteousness shall look | down from heaven. 12The LORD will indeed | grant prosperity,

and our land will | yield its increase. 13Righteousness shall go be- | fore the LORD

and shall prepare for | God a pathway. R

Second Reading: Romans 10:5-15 A right relationship with God is not something we achieve by heroic efforts. It is a gift received in

the proclamation whose content is Jesus Christ. This proclaimed word creates our faith in the

Lord Jesus Christ. Hence Christian proclamation is an indispensable component of God’s saving

actions.

5Moses writes concerning the righteousness that comes from the law, that “the person

who does these things will live by them.” 6But the righteousness that comes from faith

says, “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?’ ” (that is, to bring Christ

down) 7“or ‘Who will descend into the abyss?’ ” (that is, to bring Christ up from the

dead). 8But what does it say?

“The word is near you,

on your lips and in your heart”

(that is, the word of faith that we proclaim); 9because if you confess with your lips that

Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be

saved. 10For one believes with the heart and so is justified, and one confesses with the

mouth and so is saved. 11The scripture says, “No one who believes in him will be put to

shame.” 12For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek; the same Lord is Lord of all

and is generous to all who call on him. 13For, “Everyone who calls on the name of the

Lord shall be saved.”

14But how are they to call on one in whom they have not believed? And how are they

to believe in one of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without

someone to proclaim him? 15And how are they to proclaim him unless they are sent? As it

is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who bring good news!”

A: The Word of the Lord.

C: Thanks be to God.

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*GOSPEL ACCLAMATION

P: The Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew, the 14th chapter.

C: Glory to you, O Lord.

*Gospel: Matthew 14:22-33 Matthew’s gospel typically portrays Jesus’ disciples as people of “little faith,” who fail

despite their best intentions. In this story, Matthew shows how Jesus comes to the disciples

when they are in trouble and sustains them in their time of fear and doubt.

22[Jesus] made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead to the other side [of the Sea of

Galilee], while he dismissed the crowds.23And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up

the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, 24but by this time

the boat, battered by the waves, was far from the land, for the wind was against them. 25And

early in the morning he came walking toward them on the sea. 26But when the disciples saw

him walking on the sea, they were terrified, saying, “It is a ghost!” And they cried out in

fear. 27But immediately Jesus spoke to them and said, “Take heart, it is I; do not be afraid.”

28Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” 29He

said, “Come.” So Peter got out of the boat, started walking on the water, and came toward

Jesus. 30But when he noticed the strong wind, he became frightened, and beginning to sink,

he cried out, “Lord, save me!” 31Jesus immediately reached out his hand and caught him,

saying to him, “You of little faith, why did you doubt?” 32When they got into the boat, the

wind ceased. 33And those in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.”

P: The Gospel of the Lord.

C: Praise to you, O Christ.

SERMON Pastor Jeff Ewing

Silence for reflection may follow.

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*HYMN OF THE DAY God of Tempest, God of Whirlwind #400

Verses 1, 2, and 4

1. God of tempest, God of whirlwind, as on Pentecost descend! Drive us out from

sheltered comfort; past these walls your people send! Sweep us into costly service, there

with Christ to bear the cross, there with Christ to bear the cross!

2. God of blazing, God of burning, all that blocks your purpose, purge! Through your

church, Christ’s living Body, let your flaming Spirit surge! Where deceit conceals

injustice, kindle us to speak your truth, kindle us to speak your truth!

4. God of passion, God unsleeping, stir in us love’s restlessness! Where the people cry

in anguish, may we share your heart’s distress. Rouse us from content with evil; claim us

for your kingdom’s work, claim us for your kingdom’s work!

*APOSTLES’ CREED

A: Please join with me as we confess our faith with the words of the Apostles’ Creed.

C: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s 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;

he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended

into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father,

and he will come to judge the living and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints,

the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body,

and the life everlasting. Amen.

*PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION

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Confident of your care and helped by the Holy Spirit, we pray for the church, the world,

and all who are in need.

A brief silence.

For your whole church throughout the world. Give courage in the midst of storms, so that

we see and hear Jesus calling: “Take heart, it is I: do not be afraid.” May we follow

Christ wherever he leads. Lord, in your mercy,

hear our prayer.

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For the well-being of your creation. Protect waterways, forests, lands, and wildlife from

exploitation and abuse. Help the human family endeavor to sustain and be sustained by

the resources of your hand. Be with farmers during the harvest as they provide for us

from the land you give. Lord, in your mercy,

hear our prayer.

For the nations and their leaders. In you, steadfast love and faithfulness meet, and

righteousness and peace kiss. May nations in conflict know the peace that is the fruit of

justice, and the justice that is the path to peace. Lord, in your mercy,

hear our prayer.

For those in need. Everyone who calls upon your name will be saved. Accompany all

who are lonely, hear the voices of those who cry out in anguish, and support those who

are frustrated in their search for an affordable place to live. We pray for those suffering

this day, especially those we name before you now. Lord, in your mercy,

hear our prayer.

For our congregation. You have gathered us here today as your people and we thank you

for this gift. We pray for those who are new to this community, for students and teachers

preparing for a new school year, and for those struggling with unexpected hardship.

Supply us generously with your grace for our life together. Lord, in your mercy,

hear our prayer.

We give you thanks, O God, for the saints of the whole church from all times and places,

and for the saints in our lives and in our community whom you have gathered to yourself.

Lord, in your mercy,

hear our prayer.

In the certain hope that nothing can separate us from your love, we offer these prayers to

you; through Jesus Christ our Lord.

Amen.

SHARING THE PEACE

Peace will be shared in a nonphysical manner.

A: The Peace of the Lord is with you all!

C: And also with you.

MEAL_____________________________________ OFFERING

Offering plates are available at the entrance and exit doors for in-person worship. We also encourage you to consider mailing your normal offering to the church

(109 West Third Avenue), give through your bank or our website at flcwarren.com/give.

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OFFERTORY MUSIC

*OFFERTORY RESPONSE We Give Thee but Thine Own #686

1. We give thee but thine own, whate’er the gift may be;

all that we have is thine alone, a trust, O Lord, from thee.

2. May we thy bounties thus as stewards true receive, and gladly,

as thou blessest us, to thee our firstfruits give.

*OFFERTORY PRAYER

P: God of goodness and growth,

C: all creation is yours, and your faithfulness is as firm as the heavens. Nourish us

with the gift of your presence, that we might proclaim your steadfast love in our

communities and in the world, through Jesus Christ, our strength and our song.

Amen.

*GREAT THANKSGIVING

P: The Lord be with you. C: And also with you.

P: Lift up your hearts. C: We lift them to the Lord.

P: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

C: It is right to give our thanks and praise.

P: It is indeed right, our duty and our joy…we praise your name and join their unending

hymn:

Congregation: *SANCTUS

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As Lutherans we believe that Jesus is present in the elements of communion, bringing

forgiveness and new life to all who receive it. The table is open to everyone, and the gift is

always given, never taken. Simply make a cradle with your hand(s) as you receive the bread.

Gluten free wafers and grape juice are available. The proper response after receiving the gift

of bread and wine is “Amen.”

For our friends who are not celebrating communion, simply fold your arms across your chest

and receive a blessing.

EUCHARISTIC PRAYER

LORD’S PRAYER

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.

INVITATION TO COMMUNION

P: The gifts of God for the people of God.

C: Thanks be to God!

LAMB OF GOD

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COMMUNION MUSIC Precious Lord, Take My Hand #773

1. Precious Lord, take my hand, lead me on, let me stand, I am tired, I am weak, I am

worn. Through the storm, through the night, lead me on to the light. Take my hand,

precious Lord, lead me home.

2. When my way grows… drear, precious Lord, linger near, when my life is… almost

gone, hear my cry, hear my call, hold my hand lest I fall. Take my hand, precious Lord,

lead me home.

3. When the darkness appears and the night draws… near, and the day is… past and …

gone. At the river I stand, guide my feet, hold my hand. Take my hand, precious Lord,

lead me home.

P: May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the gifts of his body and blood strengthen,

keep and unite us, now and forever.

C: Amen

*CANTICLE OF PRAISE

Surely the Presence of the Lord Is in This Place Lanny Wolfe

3. Surely the Blessing of the Lord is in my heart,

And it’s here when we’re together or apart.

Now I feel the rush of angels’ wings and I know how great Thou art

Surely the blessing of the Lord is in my heart.

Copyright 1977 by Lanny Wolfe Music/ASCAP (A Div. of Pathway Press, Cleveland, TN. International Copyright Secured.

All Rights Reserved. Used by Permission. Duplicated by permission of Gaither Copyright #GCM 082584

*POST-COMMUNION PRAYER

P: God of the welcome table,

C: in this meal we have feasted on your goodness

and have been united by your presence among us.

Empower us to go forth sustained by these gifts

so that we may share your neighborly love with all,

through Jesus Christ, the giver of abundant life. Amen.

*BLESSING

Neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come,

nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation,

will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus.

God, the creator, ☩ Jesus, the Christ, and the Holy Spirit, the comforter,

bless you and keep you in eternal love.

Amen.

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SENDING

*HYMN My Life Flows On in Endless Song #763

Verses 1, 2, and 4 1. My life flows on in endless song; above earth’s lamentation, I catch the sweet, though

far-off hymn that hails a new creation. No storm can shake my inmost calm while to that

Rock I’m clinging. Since Christ is Lord of heaven and earth, how can I keep from

singing?

2. Through all the tumult and the strife, I hear that music ringing. It finds an echo in my

soul. How can I keep from singing? No storm can shake my inmost calm while to that

Rock I’m clinging. Since Christ is Lord of heaven and earth, how can I keep from

singing?

4. The peace of Christ makes fresh my heart, a fountain ever springing! All things are mine since

I am his! How can I keep from singing? No storm can shake my inmost calm while to that Rock

I’m clinging. Since Christ is Lord of heaven and earth, how can I keep from singing?

P: Go in peace! Love and serve the Lord!! C: Thanks be to God!

Ushers will dismiss the congregation. Please remain in your pew until dismissed.

POSTLUDE

From Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2020 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission under Augsburg

Fortress Liturgies Annual License #42272.New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of

the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.

Altar Flowers Given by the Bleech Family in loving memory of Kevin Bleech

Given by Sally Hawkinson in honor of John Hyde.

Prayer Requests: servicemen & women, especially Andrew Shodi, Swede Backhus, Adam &

Ben Frederick, Eric Smith, Shane Simpson, Curtis & Annie Royek, Ty Elmquist, Matt Pierotti

August 9: Elizabeth Donovan, Sylar Moore, Sharyn Stone, Diane Murray, Nathan Brooks,

Marcia Granger, Gail Larson, Justin Singer, Janet Wilson, Kathy Betts, Gloria Kirkwood

August 2: Brianna Coursey, Mary Edwards, David Nelson, Susan Peterson, Bonnie Parker,

Margie Belsole, Pete Peterson, Marsha Keller, Mia, Karen Schumacher, Shirley Brown, Friends

and Family of Audie Benson, Lynn Hessley

July 26: Ryder Check, Greg Nagurney, Connie & Bob Buerkle, Rod Anderson, Bob Engstrom,

Ralph Farone

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Serving Today August 9 August 16 CANTOR (8 AM) Carolyn Worley Carolyn Worley

(10AM) Brenda Hunter Linda Ross

ASSISTING (8 AM) Elizabeth Dustin Kris Whitaker

MINISTERS (10 AM) Denny Pearson Cathy Southwell

Ushers: (8AM) John Kersey, Jen Kersey, and Don Worley

(10AM) Lynn Williams, Dennis Hedges, and Keith Hedges

Altar Guild: (8AM) Cathy Hall and Denice Bleech

(10AM) Colleen Witner and Donna Trubic

Techie: Denise Whipp

PUBLIC WORSHIP HAS RETURNED at 8:00 and 10:00 a.m. If you are comfortable coming to worship, you MUST call the church office between 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday and speak directly with

Jess for reservations. If you call on these days and worship is filled for the upcoming Sunday, you will be the first on the list for the following week. If you call on Thursday or Friday and there is room for the upcoming Sunday’s service, we will reserve your spot. However, if worship for that Sunday is full, you will need to call the following week for a reservation. If you feel uncomfortable joining us for live worship but would like to celebrate communion, please call the church office and we will arrange for Pastor Jeff to bring it to you.

RECONCILING IN CHRIST TASKFORCE STILL WORKING. The Reconciling in Christ Taskforce continues to work on our church’s welcome statement. Our next step is to work with your Church Council to finalize that welcome statement and plan how we move forward in presenting

our plan to the Congregation. This is an important event in the life of our Church, particularly in this time of pandemic hardships and social upheaval. The Task Force continues to value your input and welcomes your comments. Please contact any of the Task Force members with your questions or concerns. Those members are: Pastor Jeff Ewing, Ralph Farone, Sally Hawkinson, Don Reed, John Schwone, Sandy Wachter, Kris Whitaker,

Mary Worley and Jack Hemink.

LUTHER’S LOCKER school supplies and snacks will be dedicated TODAY during our worship service. Thank you to everyone who was able

to help with this vital ministry.

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PICNIC IN THE PARK Support our partner Love INC of Warren County at an upcoming “Picnic in the Park”! This year will be a drive-thru so that we are observing social distancing requirements. Pre-sale tickets are available on

Love INC’s Facebook page or by calling the church office. The cost is $12 and includes pulled pork sandwich on a homemade onion roll, pasta salad, baked

beans, drink, and a cookie. You are also entered into the raffle for prizes. You are welcome to take your meal home or enjoy it on the grass. August 16 at Youngsville’s Island Park from 1pm to 4pm and August 30 at Warren Alliance Church from 1pm to 4pm.

WE HAVE HERBS! If you are in need of parsley, sage, dill, rosemary, oregano, and basil, stop by our FLC Herb Garden. It is located right off the main parking lot, against the educational building. Just bring a knife or scissors, and feel free to cut your own. This garden is part of your Stewardship of Life Committee’s

contribution to our church. (And just in case you feel the need to pull a few weeds—thank you!)

STEWARDSHIP: Thank you for your continued support of First Lutheran through offerings online, through your banks, and by mail - your gifts are a great help to the congregation. We understand that many people's work and financial situations have been affected and/or are uncertain right now, but if you are in a position to continue your tithes and offerings to First Lutheran, please do so Thank you as always for the gifts

you share, and the gift you are, to First Lutheran. BIBLE STUDY will be meeting on Wednesday at noon while properly social distancing in Niewoehner Hall. Come join us!

FRONT PORCH DAY It is not too late to participate in Warren’s Front Porch Day. Spend a socially distant afternoon sitting on your front porch or walking the neighborhood today. Be sure to chat with neighbors. Now more than ever it is important to remember that we

are a community. Get out and reconnect with your neighbors or build new relationships. What an awesome opportunity to spread the light and love of Christ in your community!

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HP/Hansen Parlor; NH/Niewoehner Hall; OFH/Old Fellowship Hall, YR/Youth Room

Sunday, Aug 9 11th Sunday after Pentecost

8:00AM Communion Service

10:00AM Communion Service

6:30PM Narcotics Anonymous (YR)

Monday, Aug 10 6:30PM Narcotics Anonymous (OFH)

Tuesday, Aug 11 7:00 PM Narcotics Anonymous (YR)

Wednesday, Aug 12 NOON Bible Study (NH)

6:00PM Narcotics Anonymous (OFH)

Thursday, Aug 13 10:00AM Prayer Shawl (HP)

6:00PM Narcotics Anonymous (OFH)

6:30PM Hospice Meeting (HP)

Friday, Aug 14 7:00PM Narcotics Anonymous (OFH)

Saturday, Aug 15 6:30PM Narcotics Anonymous (OFH)

Sunday, Aug 16 12th Sunday after Pentecost (remember to call for reservations)

8:00AM Communion Service

10:00AM Communion Service

6:30PM Narcotics Anonymous (YR)

FRIDAY NIGHT OUT is returning to Pellegrino's for an outdoor picnic on THURSDAY, AUGUST 27th at 6PM, please note the date change. Cost will be about $15 with gluten free and vegan options available with notice. Call Don or Kate Reed at 723-4520 if you have dietary requests.

TEEN DAY CAMP AUGUST 18th-20th We are joining forces with area churches once again to present Teen Day Camp. Teens going into 6th through 12th grades are invited to participate from 9AM to 4PM each day in a variety of activities adhering to social distancing guidelines. The cost is $15 which includes lunch each day and all activities.

Registration forms and information are available in the church office.

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