WELCOME TO WORSHIP
In the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, we welcome you to St. Paul’s. We especially welcome our guests who have joined us today. We pray that your soul will be strengthened by the good news of God’s forgiveness through Jesus.
PRAYER IN PREPARATION FOR TODAY’S WORSHIP
Blessed Trinity, who you are goes beyond comprehension for my human mind. Therefore focus me on what I do know today through your revelation. Ease my questions and my doubts, and help me take in the work of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit for my salvation. Build my trust in your goodness and love, O God. In my Savior I pray with confidence. Amen.
OPENING HYMN 624 Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
INVOCATION
CONFESSION
DECLARATION OF GRACE
LORD, HAVE MERCY
TO GOD ON HIGH BE GLORY
The Word
PRAYER OF THE DAY
HOLY BAPTISM p.261 (10:00 am) Sadie Lola Bachman
FIRST READING Genesis 1:1—2:3
PSALM OF THE DAY Psalm 8A
SECOND READING 2 Corinthians 13:11–14
ATHANASIAN CREED Lines 1-14
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Isaiah 6:3
GOSPEL Matthew 28:16–20
ATHANASIAN CREED Lines 15-26
CHILDREN’S MESSAGE
HYMN OF THE DAY 484 Oh, That I Had a Thousand Voices
SERMON Genesis 1:1—2:3 How Good Is God?
ATHANASIAN CREED Lines 27-40
OFFERTORY 609 We Praise You, O God, Our Redeemer sts. 1, 3
PRAYER OF THE CHURCH
HYMN 483 Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty
PRAYER
LORD’S PRAYER
BLESSING
CLOSING HYMN 929 May the Peace of God
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
MONDAY WORSHIP
Monday worship begins for the summer tomorrow, June 1st at 7:00 pm. It will continue until August 31st (the Monday before Labor Day).
VICTORY SERVICE FOR BRYCE ARNDT
We will celebrate the eternal victory gifted to Bryce Arndt through Christ this Thursday, June 4th, at 6:30 pm. There will be a visitation with family two hours prior to the service. Light snacks will follow the service. Come join us in praising God for Bryce’s salvation!
HELP WITH MOVING CLASSROOMS
We could use your help moving the classroom items around as the floors get stripped and waxed at St. Paul’s. Wednesday, June 10th, at 6:00 pm we will be moving items out of the classrooms and into the gym. Wednesday June 24th at 6:00pm we will be moving items back into the classrooms. It would be helpful if our wonderful volunteers had any moving carts or dollies that could aid in moving heavy items. Classrooms and drop zones will be labeled so it will be clear for move out and move in of the classroom materials. Many hands make light work! Thank you in advance for your help!
THE DEVIL DOESN’T TAKE A SUMMER BREAK
As we get ready to take our break from formal Bible studies for the summer, we recognize that the devil still attacks our faith and living. If you would like devotional or Bible study materials to continue to grow and be strengthened during the summer months, please contact Pastor Groth (pastor@stpaulsbangor.com). Studies will resume after Labor Day.
FUNERAL COMMITTEE DIRECTOR
St. Paul’s is in need of a Funeral Committee Director. There is a group of very experienced ladies that have been volunteering their time and will continue to do so. Since Liz Michaels passed, Diane Arndt has been heading the committee. It is all working very smoothly. Diane and the other ladies are willing to help one hundred percent. We just need another Director. If you are willing to help out, call Diane Arndt at 608-343-1282.
FUNERAL USHERS
There is a monthly rotation of names of men who serve as ushers at funerals, and we could use a couple more volunteers for the list. If you are willing and able to serve, please contact Paul Wittmershaus at 608-317-0585.
SUMMER BIBLE INFORMATION CLASS
We will be having another Bible Information Class this summer. This would be the class for refreshing yourself on the foundational truths of Scripture and for those who would like to become members of St. Paul’s. If you or someone you know would be interested, please email Pastor Groth at pastor@stpaulsbangor.com as he will soon begin to communicate with attendees to find the best day and time for the class.
LWMS CONVENTION
The 63rd Annual LWMS Convention will be held June 25-28 at the Monona Terrace Convention Center in Madison. This is an opportunity to hear updates about home and mission projects as well as inspirational mission stories. The convention opens and closes with worship services and devotions are held daily. The Convention workshops include: “Hope for a Church Starting Over”; “Shining Christ’s Light Across Borders”; “In the Lion’s Den—The Joy of Ministering to College Students”; “Christ-centered Healthcare in Rural Kenya-Central Africa.” Fees: Adults-$300 for the full convention Or Sat and Sun only- $200. Students (13-22 yrs) $195 and $175, respectively. Register online at 63.lwms.org and must be postmarked by June 1st.
PRAYERS
This week we keep in our prayers: Gary and Christa Lemke, Clarice Koltermann, Dan Chandler, Vivian Havens, Shelly Horstman, Hannah Hauser, and Barb Wittmershaus.
CALENDAR
TODAY 8:00 am Worship
10:00 am Worship
MONDAY 7:00 pm Worship
WEDNESDAY 6:00 pm Education Committee Meeting
7:00 pm Church Council Meeting
THURSDAY 4:30 pm Visitation for Bryce Arndt
6:30 pm Victory Service for Bryce Arndt
NEXT SUNDAY 8:00 am Worship with Communion
10:00 am Worship with Communion
NEXT MONDAY 7:00 pm Worship with Communion
NEXT WEDNESDAY 6:00 pm Moving Classrooms at School