San Marcos Lutheran Church3419 Grand Avenue San Marcos, CA 92078 (760) 727-1509

www.sanmarcoslutheran.orgPastors: Rev. David Jorstad, Rev. Karla Halvorson

Our mission is to know, accept and live the love of God, and share it with others

Whoever you are, wherever you find yourself on the journey of faith, we welcome you!

Oct. 20, 2019 The Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost 11:00 a.m.

PRELUDE “Fugue and Finale from Sonata V” Felix Mendelssohn CARILLON BELLS

GATHERING HYMN (stand) “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing #807

St. 1-unison; st. 2-harmony; st. 3-unison

WELCOME (sit)CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS (sit or kneel)

Blessed be the holy Trinity, ✛one God, who forgives all our sin, whose mercy endures forever.Amen. Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets arehid: cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we mayperfectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name, through Jesus Christ our Lord. AmenGracious God, have mercy on us. We confess that we have turned from you and given ourselves into thepower of sin. We are truly sorry and humbly repent. In your compassion forgive us oursins, known and unknown, things we have done and things we have failed to do. Turn usagain to you, and uphold us by your Spirit, so that we may live and serve you in newnessof life through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

God, who is rich in mercy, loved us even when we were dead in sin, and made us alive togetherwith Christ. By grace you have been saved. In the name of ✛Jesus Christ, your sins areforgiven. Almighty God strengthen you with power through the Holy Spirit, that Christ maylive in your hearts through faith.Amen.

GREETING (stand) Sisters and brothers in Christ, beloved children of God: grace, mercy, and peace be with you all.And also with you.

CANTICLE OF PRAISE

The assembly is invited to sing: This is the feast of victory for our God.

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PRAYER OF THE DAY Let us pray …Merciful God, gracious and benevolent, through your Son you invite all the world to ameal of mercy. Grant that we may eagerly follow his call, and bring us with all yoursaints into your life of justice and joy, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

ANTHEM “Donne Secours” Palomar Chamber Singers Claude Goudimel (ca. 1514-1572) Dir. John Russell

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LESSON 2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12The reading concludes: Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God.

ALLELUIA VERSE (stand)

The Holy Gospel according to Luke, the nineteenth chapter.Glory to you, O Lord.

GOSPEL Luke 19:1-10The Gospel of the Lord.Praise to you, O Christ

SERMON “Gratitude in Action”

HYMN OF THE DAY (stand) “Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ” #674

PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION (stand or kneel)The assembly is invited into prayer: As disciples of Christ Jesus called to love and serve allpeople, let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation. (A brief silence)After each petition, “Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.”Into your hands, O Holy One, we entrust all for whom we pray, confident in your abundant andabiding mercy; through Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen.

PEACE

The peace of Christ be with you always.And also with you. The people may greet one another with a sign of peace.

OFFERING (sit)

MUSIC DURING THE OFFERING “Gone Home” Palomar Chamber Singers

Arr. John Wykoff (b. 1982) Dir. John Russell

OFFERING PRAYER

Merciful God,Blessed are you, O God, maker of all things. Through your goodness you have blessedus with these gifts: ourselves, our time, and our possessions. Use us, and what we havegathered, in feeding the world with your love, through the one who gave himself for us,Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

4THE GREAT THANKSGIVING

The presiding minister continues:It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in all places givethanks and praise. . . we praise your name and join their unending hymn:

EUCHARISTIC PRAYER

LORD’S PRAYER

The assembly is invited into prayer: Gracious God, help us to pray for your agenda of Shalom to be our agenda as well.

Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen.

5INVITATION TO THE TABLEChrist comes to us in Holy Communion. All are welcome at the Lord’s table. For those who prefer, there iswhite grape juice in the center ring in each tray. Gluten free communion wafers are available uponrequest. Let one of the pastors know you would like to receive a gluten free wafer. Young children who do not yet commune are invited to come forward for a blessing.

MUSIC DURING COMMUNION “In the Lord I’ll Be Ever Thankful” Taize Community

TABLE BLESSING May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the gifts of his body and blood strengthen, keep andunite us, now and forever. Amen.

POST-COMMUNION PRAYER

We come again to you, O God, giving you thanks that in this feast of mercy you have embracedus and healed us, making us one in the body of Christ. Go with us on our way. Equip us for everygood work, that we may continue to give you thanks by embracing others with mercy andhealing; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.Amen.

COMMUNITY TIME

MOMENT FOR MISSION “Stewardship - What’s Your Why?” Tricia Oliveira

BLESSING (stand)The Lord bless you and keep you.The Lord’s face shine on you with grace and mercy.The Lord look upon you with favor and ✛ give you peace.Amen.

6SENDING HYMN “With Joy, O God” Adam Tice

DISMISSAL Go in peace. Expect God’s love to change us!Thanks be to God.

POSTLUDE “Fugue and Finale from Sonata V” Felix Mendelssohn “With Joy”: Text: Adam M. L. Tice, 2004; © 2011, GIA Publications, Inc.

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All are welcome! As a community of the people of God, the members of San Marcos LutheranChurch are called to welcome all people, regardless of age, economic status, ethnic background,gender, physical or mental ability, race or sexual orientation. We affirm that in Christ “there isneither Jew nor Greek, there is neither slave nor free, there is neither male nor female.” (Galatians3:28)

Nursery care is available all morning long. Ask an usher for directions to the Nursery.Our ministry to one another continues as we visit & introduce ourselves to visitors.

Sunday School begins and ends during the 9:45 a.m. service. All children are welcome.

Large print bulletins and hymns are available on the narthex table. Our Sanctuary isequipped with a Hearing Loop. If your hearing aid has a T-Coil, set it to the HearingLoop setting. Wireless headsets are also available at the back of the Sanctuary (ask anusher).

We always have visitors at San Marcos Lutheran Church. In order for everyone to feel welcome, please wear your name tag.

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Pastor David Jorstad Organist: Deacon Randall Sensmeier Choir Dir.: Justine Hansen

Lector: Pastor Frances Olson Greeter/Com. Anne Voth, Dianne McGovern Ushers: Jack Anderson, Dan Weis Altar Guild: Fran Iverson, Eleanor Adcock

WORSHIP SCHEDULE: Informal Worship 9:30-10:15 a.m. Traditional Worship 11:00Refreshments/Fellowship between worship 10:15-11:00 am

TODAY - Parenting in Faith bible study 10:20 a.m. in the Conference Room. Questions to Kerri Nolan.

Let Us Keep these People in Our Prayers:Charles, Mary Fawcett, Jessi, Linda Kent, Kottke family, Bob Lattin, Lynne, Jill Logsdon,Marla, Leanne Pohrman, Marian Ramage, Bill Rafnel, Bette Soderstrom, and Beth Sullivan.

Let Us Also Remember in Prayer Those Who Are HomeboundDottie Black, Margaret DeLano, Frank and Beverly Gift, Cathy Parisi, Janice Phillips, BillRafnel, Marian Ramage, Carol Schwartz, Jackie Skeggs, and Kris & Rose Marie Tange. Wealso continue to pray for: Pacifica Synod Bishop Andy Taylor, ELCA Presiding BishopElizabeth Eaton, and families of the latest casualties in Afghanistan.

Pastor Karla is with the confirmation students this morning at Deer Park Monastery as part of the "Honoring our neighbors Faith" series.

Pastor Karla & Pastor David will be out of the office until late Thurs. afternoon, Oct. 24th.Office hours this Tues., Wed., and Thurs., (10/22-24) will be from 10:00 a.m. – Noon.

Normal office hours will resume on Fri., Oct. 25th.

Quarterly statements are on the table for you to pick up.

2019 SMLC PICTORIAL DIRECTORY

Sign-ups are through today. We will have a table set up for the Photography Sign Up. We encourage everybody to spread the word of our photography sessions. We also want volunteers, please contact Ludette @760-213-7436. You can also sign up online. Our member site URL: https://booknow-lifetouch.appointment-plus.com/b1zgsenk/

Dinner Fellowship Groups Signup Deadline is Sun., Nov. 3rdSingles and couples welcome.

Contact Marilyn Monell to sign up (760)291-7272 or Marilyn_monell@yahoo.com

OCTOBER ADULT FORUMS AT 10:20 A.M. IN LUTHER HALL

Today: Pastor George & Vivian Johnson - “Silence Is Not an Option”Oct. 27: Confirmation Sunday - No forumNov. 3 & 10 Beth Sullivan – Haiti: “Serving the Most Needy”

8FINANCIAL UPDATEAt the end of September expenses exceeded income in the General Fund by $26,014 YTD. Thenext months of giving are crucial in order to end 2019 in the black. Together we can make surethat the mission and ministry of San Marcos Lutheran continues to thrive. Thank you all foryour generous support!

PALOMAR CHAMBER SINGERSSat., Oct. 26th at 7:00 p.m. at San Marcos Lutheran

SMLC members may purchase up to two tickets for $5.00 each. Use the code PERFDISCOUNT when purchasing a "student" ticket. You may purchase up to the two discounted tickets at www.palomarperforms.com

BETHLEHEM WOODCARVING SALE NEXT SUNDAYIn Bethlehem, olive wood carving is a tradition handed down from father to son. Olive wood has unique beauty not found in any other tree. For centuries, Bethlehem’s Christians have supported their families by carving religious art. Come support these families & enjoy their lovely artworks.

CONCERT SERIES PRESENTSEric Foster, guitar

Gema Garcia, piano November 3, 2019 at 4:00 p.m.

Eric and guest pianist, Gema Garcia, will perform music by Villa-Lobos, Castenuovo-Tedesco,Leo Brouwer, Pujol, and Foster.

HALF-DAY CENTERING PRAYER RETREATSaturday, November 9, 2019,

St Bartholomew Episcopal Church, 16275 Pomerado Road, Poway9:00 am Hospitality/Gathering; 9:30-12:30 Retreat Free will offering.

“Our Response to Difficult Times,” led by Elena Andrews, will include periods of centering prayer, chanting with Avril Blank, periods of reflection and a slide show by Chris Hagen. ContactLinda Dollins at 760-743-8399, or e-mail dollinslinda@hotmail.com for details.

MARK YOUR CALENDARS!

Now our Thanksgiving service will be Tuesday, November 26th, 7 p.m. at the CaliforniaCenter of the Arts Escondido. We will participate in an Interfaith service, just like the first Thanksgiving! Questions to Pastor Karla.

PASTOR KARLA NEEDS YOUR HELPWe have several wonderful events planned for the youth and parents coming up. Pastor Karlaneeds help in order to make these happen. Please contact her or the office (760)727-1509 if youare interested. Even if you only help out with one event, it would be greatly appreciated.

WE CAN RECEIVE YOUR OFFERINGS through PayPal, major credit & debit cards.Donations can be made by using the "Donate" tab found on the SMLC web page. Download aQR reader in order to use this code to contribute from your phone.

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2 Thessalonians 1:1-4, 11-12 1 Paul, Silvanus, and Timothy,To the church of the Thessalonians in God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ:2 Grace to you and peace from God our[a] Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.3 We must always give thanks to God for you, brothers and sisters,[b] as is right,

because your faith is growing abundantly, and the love of every one of you for one

another is increasing. 4 Therefore we ourselves boast of you among the churches of

God for your steadfastness and faith during all your persecutions and the

afflictions that you are enduring.

11 To this end we always pray for you, asking that our God will make you worthy

of his call and will fulfill by his power every good resolve and work of faith, 12 so

that the name of our Lord Jesus may be glorified in you, and you in him, according

to the grace of our God and the Lord Jesus Christ.

Luke 19:1-10

19 He entered Jericho and was passing through it. 2 A man was there named

Zacchaeus; he was a chief tax collector and was rich. 3 He was trying to see who

Jesus was, but on account of the crowd he could not, because he was short in

stature. 4 So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore tree to see him, because he was

going to pass that way. 5 When Jesus came to the place, he looked up and said to

him, “Zacchaeus, hurry and come down; for I must stay at your house today.” 6 So

he hurried down and was happy to welcome him. 7 All who saw it began to

grumble and said, “He has gone to be the guest of one who is a

sinner.” 8 Zacchaeus stood there and said to the Lord, “Look, half of my

possessions, Lord, I will give to the poor; and if I have defrauded anyone of

anything, I will pay back four times as much.” 9 Then Jesus said to him, “Today

salvation has come to this house, because he too is a son of Abraham. 10 For the

Son of Man came to seek out and to save the lost.”