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Calvary Evangelical Lutheran

Church Of Dover PA Building On 500 Years of Lutheran Heritage

The Rev. John M. Woods, Pastor www.calvarylutherandover.org 717-292-3891

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WELCOME TO CALVARY “The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God!”

Thank you for worshipping with us today. You are always welcome at Calvary!

500th Anniversary Of The Reformation - October 29, 2017 Traditional Worship Bulletin: Page 7, Contemporary Worship Bulletin: Page 16

On this day we celebrate the heart of our faith: the gospel of Christ—the good news—that makes us free!

We pray that the Holy Spirit would continue to unite the church today in its proclamation and witness to the world. In the waters of baptism we are made one body;

we pray for the day that all Christians will also be one at the Lord’s table.

Commemorations for this week… Reformation Day Tuesday, October 31, 2017 By the end of the seventeenth century, many Lutheran churches celebrated a festival commemorating Martin Luther's posting of the Ninety-five Theses, a summary of abuses in the church of his time. At the heart of the reform movement was the gospel, the good news that it is by grace through faith that we are justified and set free. All Saints Day Wednesday, November 1, 2017 The custom of commemorating all of the saints of the church on a single day goes back at least to the third century. All Saints Day celebrates the baptized people of God, living and dead, who make up the body of Christ. On this day or the following Sunday, many congregations will remember the faithful who have died during the past year. Martín de Porres, renewer of society, died 1639 Friday, November 3, 2017 Martín was the son of a Spanish knight and a freed black slave from Panama. As a lay brother in the Order of Preachers (Dominicans), he engaged in many charitable works in Lima, Peru. He founded an orphanage, a hospital, and a clinic for cats and dogs.

The Sanctuary is a place of reverence and worship to honor our Lord. Please...do not bring beverages or food into the Sanctuary, however you may have these items in the other areas of the church. TODAY...Cards for the Troops must be turned in TODAY, so we can get them delivered by Nov. 1! Time & Talent Forms are ready for you to fill out...they have been the centerfold of both October & November Callers...and there are some in the Narthex. Please fill out one per person, children too! , and put them in the box in the Narthex. We need you!!! 2017-2018 Music Scholarship Applications will be available November 1-26...please see Walt or Suzanne Tilley for an application. The next benefit concert “My Christmas Wish” will be on December 9! November 4, 7AM-10:30 AM...Pancake Breakfast. There will be Buttermilk and Buckwheat Pancakes, Scrambled Eggs, Sausages from Weaver’s of Wellsville…Bring Everyone You Know! November 5...Time Change...Remember to turn those clocks! (Autumn-”fall back”) November 5, both Worship Services, ALL SAINTS SUNDAY. If your loved one has passed since November 6, 2016 and you would like to have them remembered at this special service please let Pastor Woods or the church office know BEFORE Tuesday, October 31. November 10, 10-2PM, Village at Kelly Dr., Aux. to SpiriTrust Lutheran, Holiday Bazaar. Contact is Ann Bridge. Details in November Caller. Nov. 11 & 12, Brookside Park, Salem’s annual Fall Festival. Details are in the November Caller, Page 36. November 19: 1 Service at 10 AM, followed by Congregational Meeting and Brunch in the Social Hall. November 21, 7:00 PM There will be a special SURVIVING THE HOLIDAYS session of GRIEF SHARE led by Deb Harlacher in the Parish House Parlor. Please talk to her at church to register, or you may call (717-292-3891) or email [email protected] and the information will be forwarded. November 22, 7:00 PM… Thanksgiving Eve Worship at Calvary

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This Week At Calvary... Sunday,October29…500thAnniversary REFORMATION

Leviticus 19:1-2, 15-18, Psalm 1, 1Thessalonians 2:1-8,

Matthew 22:34-46

8:30 AM Traditional Worship

9:40 AM Children’s Choir Rehearsal, Room 5

10:00 AM Sunday School for All Ages

11:00 AM Contemporary Worship

SH Reserved, Caitlyn’s 13th Birthday-PM

Monday, October 30

Psalm 119:41-48, Deuteronomy 6:1-9, 20-25, James 2:8-13

7:00 PM Move It Monday, Social Hall

Tuesday, October 31

Psalm 119:41-48, Deuteronomy 10:10-22, James 2:14-26

6-8 PM, Hand Out Candy

Wednesday, November1, All Saints Day

Psalm 119:41-48, Proverbs 16:1-20, Matthew 19:16-22 6;30 PM Ponder With The Pastor, Narthex

6:45 PM Wiggle It Wednesday, Social Hall

Thursday, November 2

Psalm 43, 1Samuel 2:27-36, Romans 2:17-29

6:45 PM Handbell Choir Rehearsal

8:00 PM Adult Choir Rehearsal

Friday, November 3

Psalm 43, Ezekiel 13:1-16, 2Peter 2:1-3

2:30-4:30 PM-Dover Football, Social Hall

Saturday, November 4

Psalm 43, Malachi 1:6-2:9, Matthew 23:13-28

7-10:30 AM Pancake Breakfast

10:00 AM Crossroads Praise Band Rehearsal

SH Reserved, PM, Slater Party

Narthex Reserved, PM, White’s Renewal of Vows

Sunday, November 5...ALL SAINTS SUNDAY,

Thankful for Your Stewardship in the World Sunday

Micah 3:5-12, Psalm 43, 1Thessalonians 2:9-13,

Matthew 23:1-12

8:30 AM Traditional Worship

9:40 AM Children’s Choir Rehearsal, Room 5

10:00 AM Sunday School for All Ages

11:00 AM Contemporary Worship

Attendance:

October 1 70 Traditional 67 Contemporary




October 29

Parents With Infants/Toddlers: If children become restless

during worship, you may take them to the Narthex Area

(behind the glass windows at the rear of the Sanctuary) and

allow them to move around and enjoy their snacks. (There are

changing tables in most restrooms. )

The rose on the altar is in celebration of the birth of

SEBASTIAN JACK-VINCENT IAVARONE. Sebastian

was born on October 11, 2017, weighing in at 8 lb. 13 oz., 21

inches tall to proud parents Jinian and Jake Iavarone. We

congratulate new grandparents Zina and Joe Compton also!

Blessings and God Speed to Mark, Amber, Carmen, Mari-

ah and Tess Glover who will be moving to Wisconsin! We

will miss you.

Please sign CHRISTMAS CARDS FOR THE TROOPS

TODAY! Show that you appreciate their service and the

sacrifice that they and their families make to keep us safe and

free!

November 5 is ALL SAINTS SUNDAY. If you have a

loved one who has passed away since November 6, 2016 and

would like to have them remembered on Nov. 5, please con-

tact Pastor Woods or the church office with full name/date

of birth and date of death by Tuesday-October 31st.

Can you believe it...time to start thinking about ordering

those beautiful poinsettias! Colors will be red, white, pink

and cost will be $8.50/plant. Roberta Downs and Donna Sharp

will take orders on Nov. 5, 12 and 19. they will also be accept-

ing donations for the music fund. Plants will be at the church

on Christmas Eve.

2017 Flower and Bulletin Sponsor Lists are on the bulletin

board in the 1st floor hallway. Please sign up today. There are

only a few 2017 dates still available! The 2018 papers will be

up on the board by next Sunday.

Weis and Giant Gift Cards: If you make purchases at Weis

and/or Giant, pick up gift cards here on Sunday mornings and

help support this significant Calvary fund raiser! They are

available in the small room off the Sanctuary prior to both

worship services and during coffee fellowship time. Questions

may be directed to Sharon Spangler.

Simply Giving Program: Enjoy the convenience of electronic

giving. which allows you to make donations on a scheduled,

The Extra Floral Arrangement on the altar is presented To The Glory Of God, In Celebration of Pastor Appreciation Month and in Recognition Of The

Rev. John Wood’s Ministry at Calvary.

NOVEMBER 19-ONE SERVICE AT 10:00 AM

Followed by Congregational Meeting and Brunch

Please bring a pot luck dish to share...beverages

and place settings will be provided.

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8:30

October 29

11:00

October 29

Worship

Volunteer: 8:30

November 5

11:00

November 5

Eden Dusich Nash Menard Acolyte LeeAnn Marsden Nena Menard

Penny & Wayne

Gentzler

Trena Hall Altar Guild Wes & Ann

Bridge

Zina Compton

Shirley & Carl

Gross

Christine Harlacher

Need One

Greeters Lindsey Markle

Eden Dusich

Ludwig Kardos

Need One

Jamie Brandstadter Caitlyn Laird Lay Reader Donna Keefer Lauren Hoffheins

Alan Reigart

Cheryl Reigart

Lauren Hoffheins

Deb Harlacher

Janet Oaster

Offering Tellers Jenni Melhorn

Sharon Spangler

Janice Oaster

Dave Quickel

Janet Quickel

Alan Reigart

Cheryl Reigart

Janine Paff

LeeAnn Marsden

Jason Gross

Samantha Schrum

Deb Harlacher

Chris Harlacher

Ushers Wilma White

Sharon Spangler

Jenni Melhorn

Michael Melhorn

Jackie Busser

Jason Gross

Janice Oaster

Dodie Menard

Zina Compton Dodie Menard Worship Assistant Jason Gross Diane Brosius

October 29 Worship Volunteer: November 5

Karen Dehn Bulletin Folder Irv & Carolyn

Baumgardner

The Dusich Family Coffee Fellowship Lindsey & Mary Markle

Gerald & Gloria Markle

Wayne & Penny

Gentzler

Communion

Elements Marlene Zech

Wayne & Penny

Gentzler

Gift Card Table Shirley Gross

Jane English

October 70+ Birthdays 7 Maxine Klunk

19 Jason Gross

25 Irvin Baumgardner

29 Robert Fickes

31 Wayne Crone

October Anniversaries

1 Ralph & Tina Blackburn

1 Jinian & Jake Iavarone

5 Derrick and Alyssa Girouard

8 Kerry & Wendy Zinn

14 Joseph & Barrett Skandera

23 Leroy & Althea Crone

24 Alan & Cheryl Reigart

27 Adam & Megan Myers

The SPECIAL OFFERING for OCTOBER will benefit NEW HOPE MINISTRIES-DOVER

Altar Flower Sponsors

October 29—In Memory of My Parents, by Jason Gross

November 5—In Honor of Marissa Schrum’s Birthday by Deb Harlacher

Bulletin Sponsors

October 29—in Honor of Our Great-Granddaughter’s Birthday by Jane & Blair English

New Hope News… toilet paper, paper towels, shampoo, body soap, toothpaste, deodor-ant, dish detergent, cleaning supplies, size 4&5 diapers, baby wipes….complete list on bulle-tin board! Just put items in the shopping cart in our hall way! We thank Bob White for being our New Hope Representative and for taking the basket items to the food bank!

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Our Church Family: Jan & Pastor Ambrose

Kim Anderson

Mary & Dick Bair

Carolyn & Irv

Baumgardner

Doris Beitzel

Russ Blank §

Linda Bupp

Mike Busser

Rickey Cox§

Althea Crone §

Leroy Crone

Shirley & Wayne Crone

Richard Dehoff

Floyd Drawbaugh

Miriam Ehrhart

Jane English

Charlotte Escobar

Scott Evans

Marcia Feehan

Bob Fickes

Pat Gentzler

The Glover Family

Grace Goodwin§

Carl Gross

Caitlyn Laird

Nancy Little

Maxine Klunk

Gloria Markle

Don Marsden

Lily & Amanda Martin

Janice Oaster

Cheryl Reese

John & Pat Rodgers

Owen Ryan

Marissa Schrum

Donna Senft§

Donna Sharp

Ruth Smeltzer

Zita Smith

Lee & Charlotte Snyder

Miriam Speck

Bob Webb

Helen Weigel §

Dick Wigfield

Marlene Zech

Barbara & Clair Zinn

Rev. John Woods, (Our Pastor)

Aaron Laird, (Our Youth Director)

Bishop James Dunlop (Lower Susquehanna Synod)

Bishop Elizabeth Eaton (ELCA)

Derrick Matthews &

Family (Missionary) § Shut-In

From the Community:

John Allen

Mark & Kay Allen

Jamie Arbaugh

Kathy Arnold

Timothy Bair

Steve Barkdoll

Sandy Bear

Janet Becker

Joyce Bender

Sarah Black

Allen Border

Glen Brosius

Jake Calhoun

Kori Chronister

Mary Ann Coard

Jayden Coval

Marie Crawford

Sheila Crist

Donald Davis

Louella Deardorff

Bob Dentler

Natalie Dentler

Richard Dressler

Jacinda Frigm

Cathy Gable

Christine Geisleman

Jillian Gurski

The Family of

John Hagarman

Gloria Haldeman

Raymond Harbold

Kathi Hartzell

Jean & Armand Hebert

Rita Heilmann

Reed Henderson

Ashlie Hilbert

Ethan Hollifield

Raylene Hutchings

Pastor Gregory Lindsey

Laura Little Livingston

Brooklyn Loucks

Thomas Luchka

Travis Luchka

Mary Kessler

Jamie Kitlinski

Pat Mc Evoy

Raymond March

Bernard Marine

Michael Martin

Dave Meiler

Donald Miller

Dulcie Mishkin

Nancy Moser

Valerie Mundis

Helen Nogel

Pastor Amy Northridge

The Oaster Family

Susan Paup

Gabriel Plymire

David Pottle

Barbara Poulin

Kandis T. Prato

Kevin T. Prato

Susan Reich

John Rockafello

Dean Saylor

Taiven Schopf

Kim Shelley

Kathy Shoff

Mary Jo Simmons

Bill Stamm

Pastor Kathy Swords

Cindy Syvertson

Kathy Tolbert

Grace Trimmer§

Maurice Washington

Michelle Weber

Dorothy Wolk

New Hope Ministries

Military:

SSGMichelle Bourgeois

PFC Jefferson P. Miller

CPT Seth Reed

Military Deployed

If you know of any changes

that need to be made to this list

please contact

Pastor Woods at

717- 891-5503.

requests for our Friends...

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Calvary Youth Group

Open to People in Grades 5-12

Join in anytime and bring a friend!

Youth Director: Aaron Laird 717-577-9594 [email protected]

Please consider signing up to help serve during Coffee Fellowship or help sell Giant or Weis Gift Cards. And, don’t forget to buy them-you can get groceries, postage stamps, gas with your gift cards!

We are no longer going to use SIMPLY CIRCLE because they now want to charge for its use. Youth Group Members and Parents—for now you will be contacted by email or text. If other Calvary

Members want to be on the Youth Contact List, please contact Aaron at the above phone/email.

CURRENT COLLECTIONS ...please place items ON THE BOOKSHELF outside the youth room:

Beverage Can Tabs-for the Ronald McDonald House SIGN Christmas Cards for our TROOPS

About the CANDY DISPENSER is in the hallway outside the Youth Room…

it is on loan for us to use as a fund raiser for the National Youth Gathering…

every quarter helps! Our hope is to raise enough money to pay

for at least one meal for the group.

The Gas Can is there to collect your loose change for traveling expenses. The envelopes are for your donations to go directly to Youth Gathering

Expenses...will be applied to your annual giving records at Calvary. Checks are to be made payable to: CALVARY YOUTH GROUP

TODAY: Christmas Cards for the Troops must be done

November 17-18: Lock In National Youth Gathering Curriculum Classes-for participants and chaperones

Nov. 19, Dec. 17, Jan. 14, Feb. 11, Mar. 11, Apr.8, May 6 Donate wrapped candy and volunteer to help give it out— at the

Dover Borough Trick or Treat night on October 31!

Thanks to God and to our Calvary Family

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The Congregation is invited to participate at the places marked with Bold Type. ELW is the red hymnal. WOV in the blue hymnal. Projected is on the Screen behind the Altar.

Please sign the red attendance books as they come to you and pass them on. *Designates please stand if you are able.

Greeting, Announcements & Sharing of Joys & Concerns … Pastor

Prelude … “How Great Thou Art” … Boberg/Nevue

Drama 1: Two Christians from Luther’s day are on their way to church, discussing the current

unrest due to Luther’s presenting of his 95 Theses. The date is soon after October 31, 1517.

*Opening Prayer...Pastor with Congregation

P In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost. Amen.

C I thank thee, my heavenly Father, through Jesus Christ, thy dear Son, that thou hast

kept me this night from all harm and danger; and I pray thee that thou wouldst keep

me this day also from sin and every evil, that all my doings in life may please thee. For

into thy hands I commend myself, my body and soul, and all things. Let thy holy angel

be with me, that the wicked foe may have no power over me. Amen.

*The Hymn is sung by the congregation to the tune Erhalt Uns, Herr LM:

Lord, keep us steadfast in your Word; curb those who by deceit or sword;

Would wrest the kingdom from your Son and bring to nought all he has done.

Lord Jesus Christ, your pow’r make known, for you are Lord of lords alone;

Defend your holy Church that we may sing your praise triumphantly.

O Comforter of priceless worth, send peace and unity on earth;

Support us in our final strife and lead us out of death to life.

Drama 2: Luther, in the monastery, struggles with his faith

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The Anthem…Calvary’s Adult Choir… “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God”… Arr. By David Johnson

The Old Testament Lesson … Jeremiah 31:31-34 … Lay Reader

“Behold, the days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the

house of Israel and the house of Judah, not like the covenant that I made with their fathers on

the day when I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt, my covenant

that they broke, though I was their husband, declares the Lord. For this is the covenant that I

will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the Lord: I will put my law with-

in them, and I will write it on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they shall be my peo-

ple. And no longer shall each one teach his neighbor and each his brother, saying, ‘Know the

Lord,’ for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the greatest, declares the Lord.

For I will forgive their iniquity, and I will remember their sin no more.”

Drama 3: Luther’s awareness of the importance of God’s Word.

The Second Lesson … Romans 3:19-28 … Lay Reader

Now we know that whatever the law says it speaks to those who are under the law, so that

every mouth may be stopped, and the whole world may be held accountable to God. For by

works of the law no human being will be justified in his sight, since through the law comes

knowledge of sin. But now the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law,

although the Law and the Prophets bear witness to it—the righteousness of God through

faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe. For there is no distinction: for all have sinned and

fall short of the glory of God, and are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption

that is in Christ Jesus, whom God put forward as a propitiation by his blood, to be received

Vs. 1-Choir & Congregation

A mighty fortress is our God,

A bulwark never failing:

Our helper he amid the flood

Of mortal ills prevailing;

For still our ancient foe

Doth seek to work us woe;

His craft and power are great,

And, armed with cruel hate,

On earth is not his equal.

Vs. 2-Choir


And though this world,

with devils filled,

Should threaten to undo us;

We will not fear,

for God hast willed

His truth to triumph through us;

The prince of darkness grim,

We tremble not for him:

His rage we can endure,

For lo, his doom is sure,

One little word shall fell him.


That word above all earthly

powers,

No thanks to them, abideth;

The spirit and the gifts are ours

Through him who with us sideth:

Let goods and kindred go,

This mortal life also;

The body they may kill:

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by faith. This was to show God's righteousness, because in his divine forbearance he had

passed over former sins. It was to show his righteousness at the present time, so that he might

be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus. Then what becomes of our boast-

ing? It is excluded. By what kind of law? By a law of works? No, but by the law of faith. For

we hold that one is justified by faith apart from works of the law.

Drama 4: Luther’s realization of salvation by faith in Jesus.

The Gospel Lesson … John 8:31-36… Pastor

So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my

disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” They answered him,

“We are offspring of Abraham and have never been enslaved to anyone. How is it that you

say, ‘You will become free’?” Jesus answered them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone

who practices sin is a slave to sin. The slave does not remain in the house forever; the son

remains forever. So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.

Drama 5: Luther’s reliance of God’s grace above all else, as he stands before the church

authorities at the Diet of Worms and says, “I cannot, and will not, recant.”

Creedal Hymn sung by the congregation to the tune Wir Glauben All (metrical) 87 77

(you may remain seated)

We all believe in one true God, Father, Son and Holy Ghost, Ever-present help in need,

praised by all the heav’nly host; All he made his love enfolds, all creation he upholds.

We all believe in Jesus Christ, Son of God and Mary’s son, Who descended from his

throne and for us salvation won; By whose cross and death are we rescued from all misery.

We all confess the Holy Ghost, who from both in truth proceeds, Who sustains and

comforts us in all trials, fears and needs. Blessed, holy Trinity, praise forever be to thee!

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Hymn of Justification sung by the congregation to the tune Nun Freut Euch 87 87 887:

(you may remain seated)

Dear Christians, one and all, rejoice, with exultation springing, And, with united heart

and voice and holy rapture singing, Proclaim the wonders God hath done, how his right

arm the vict’ry won; Right dearly it hath cost him.

Fast bound in Satan’s chains I lay, death brooded darkly o’er me, Sin was my torment

night and day, in sin my mother bore me; Yea, deep and deeper still I fell, life had become

a living hell, So firmly sin possessed me.

My own good works availed me naught, no merit they attaining; Free will against God’s

judgment fought, dead to all good remaining. My fears increased till sheer despair left

naught but death to be my share; The pangs of hell I suffered.

But God beheld my wretched state before the world’s foundation, And, mindful of his

mercies great, he planned my soul’s salvation. A Father’s heart he turned to me, sought

my redemption fervently: He gave his dearest Treasure.

He spoke to his beloved Son: “’Tis time to have compassion. Then go, bright Jewel of my

crown, and bring to man salvation; From sin and sorrow set him free, slay bitter death for

him that he May live with thee forever.”

*Sharing the Peace… Pastor with Congregational Response The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. Offering… Received by the Ushers *The Great Thanksgiving… Pastor with Congregational Responses The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise.

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*Proper Preface… Pastor We praise you, all-holy God, our Covenant Lord, our Redeemer, the Strength of Truth, for the water of Wittenberg and for flowers in this place, for our ancestors and godparents from around the globe, for seminaries and missions and fellowship halls, for Jeremiah and the psalmists, for Luther, Melanchthon, Muhlenberg and Fedde, for Katie Luther and Cranach, Bach and Nicolai, Nommensen and Kierkegaard, Bonhoeffer and Hammarskjold, for all serv-ants of the Reformation. We praise you O God, for Jesus Christ, embodying forgiveness, granting us grace, setting us free, who on the night before he died, took bread, and gave thanks; broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying: Take and eat: this is my body, given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me. Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to drink, saying: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me. And so we remember your Word, his presence in this meal around the world, you law, your grace, your freedom. Bless this meal and all those who share it; continue the reformation of your church-es; with the joy of life in your household, mighty Fortress, victorious Champion, powerful Shield, today, tomorrow and forever we praise your name and join their unending hymn: *Sanctus… “Holy, Holy, Holy…” … In Unison … ELW Page 153

*Eucharistic Prayer… Pastor

*The Lord’s Prayer… In Unison

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… Pastor

Speak to us, O Lord, in the breaking of the bread, and make us one with you.

Communion… Gluten free communion wafers are available.

If you require this product, please make sure an usher is aware of this.

All are welcome at the table of the Lord. Those not communing may come forward for a blessing.

If you prefer to receive communion at your seat, please notify an usher.

Lamb Of God … “Lamb of God…” … ELW Page 154

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Communion Hymn … “For By Grace You Have Been Saved” … ELW # 598

The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you

and keep you in His grace. Amen.

*The Prayers are spoken responsively by the worship assistant and the congregation:

P We give thanks to you, almighty Father, as we celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Refor-

mation. Help us to see anew this day what an monumental impact Martin Luther’s nailing of

the 95 Theses has had on our faith today. Help us to continue to live in the faith grounded in

your grace uncovered for us so long ago. O Mighty Fortress, strong Defender,

C Give us grace to continue in your Word.

P Stir in us a desire to know you more and know your Word on a deeper and deeper level, as

Martin Luther sought to do. Fill us with the urge to read, mark, learn and inwardly digest all

you have to say to us through your Holy Scriptures, and let us never turn away from your

messages of undeserved forgiveness and love. O Mighty Fortress, strong Defender,


P Your Word continues to guide and direct us in our relationships with other. Grant us true

knowledge from your Word to share with those who are hurting or doubting, that they may

find the rest and reassurance they need that you are always with them and you will always

care for them. O Mighty Fortress, strong Defender,


P We praise you for the long line of reformers who followed Martin Luther and remained faith-

ful to your Word of hope and promise through many difficult times. Give us the same courage

and resolve to continue to witness for you and stand firm in the conviction that we are saved

only by faith alone, grace alone, and Scripture alone, gifts that can come only from you. O

Mighty Fortress, strong Defender,


P Open our eyes to see opportunities be in your Word around the kitchen table, around the

neighborhood with friends and in your holy house. Keep us available to talk to others who are

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seeking to know more from your Word that we may be a source of strength and encourage-

ment in the Gospel for them. O Mighty Fortress, strong Defender,


P Let us rejoice in the freedom we have to worship you and to participate in your services of

the Word in your house of worship. Give us voices to sing and words to proclaim in the

midst of brothers and sisters in the faith, and allow us to be warm and welcoming to all who

enter this place for the first time. O Mighty Fortress, strong Defender,


P Thank you for the various roles you have given us in this Church and this world. Help us to

live out our callings in ways that please you and that declare to those around us the power of

the Word that is at work in our words and deeds. Let us value the work of all those in the

Church, no matter what their position. O Mighty Fortress, strong Defender,


P Remain in us as we face trials and tribulations of any kind. Especially we pray this day for ...

Help us to see that no matter what we are experiencing, your love for us continues and your

promise of salvation is never forgotten or abandoned. Keep our eyes ever focused on the

coming kingdom and the life that awaits us there with you. O Mighty Fortress, strong De-

fender,


P Continue to keep reforming, reshaping and renewing us to become more and more like your

Son. Let us never grow complacent or lethargic is expanding the reach of your Word to all

nations, communities and homes. Allow us to see that, like Martin Luther, we can do no oth-

er when it comes to standing up for what we believe. May our faith in your salvation keep

driving us forward in our efforts to be your voice of certain hope. O Mighty Fortress, strong

Defender,

C Give us grace to continue in thy Word.

P Amen.

*The Confession is sung by the congregation to the tune Vater Unser 88 88 88:

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Forgive our sins, Lord, we implore, remove from us their burden sore,

As we their trespasses forgive who by offenses us do grieve.

Thus let us dwell in charity and serve our brother willingly.

*The Absolution is spoken by the pastor:

I have the privilege of sharing with you the very Good News that Luther brought to light in the

Reformation: Your sins are forgiven, not because of anything you have done, but because of

what Christ did for you on the cross and through the empty tomb. The power of sin has been

removed for you forever and you are free to live a new life in Christ. Be blessed by his peace

and love. Amen.

*The Response is sung by the congregation to the tune Vater Unser 88 88 88:

Amen, that is, so shall it be. Confirm our faith and hope in thee

That we may doubt not, but believe what here we ask we shall receive.

Thus in thy name and at thy word we say: Amen. Oh, hear us, Lord!

*Farewell and God Speed… Pastor… Mark, Amber, Carmen, Mariah and Tess Glover

*The Benediction is spoken by the pastor: Now continue in the Word of the Lord. The

Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to

you. The Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. Amen.

*The Closing Hymn … “The Church’s One Foundation” … Vs. 1 & 5… ELW Hymn

#654

*Dismissal….Worship Assistant with Congregational Response Go in peace. Sound the good news. Thanks be to God.

Postlude… “Built On A Rock” … Arr. By Broughton

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CALVARY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH of DOVER, PA

Thanking God for Our Musicians...

Adult Choir

Jennifer McCleary-Conductor

Suzanne Tilley-Accompanist

Soprano

Charlotte Clark, Shirley Crone,

Tammy Klunk, Mary Markle,

Jenni Melhorn, Cyndi Parker

Tenor

Brian Alley, Gus Gerstle, Tim McCleary,

Dave Mummert, Bill Rodgers

Alto

Zina Compton, Roberta Downs,

Jeanne Gerstle, Donna Keefer,

Faye Miller

Bass

Handbell Choir

Jenni Melhorn: Conductor

Chelsey Allen

Linda Alley

Heather Callaghan

Zina Compton

Kevin Crone

Tammy Klunk

Karen Latshaw

Jenni Melhorn

Praise Band

CROSSROADS

Director and Keyboard: Suzanne Tilley

Guitar: Brad Brosius, DJ Heinle

Bass Guitar: Pastor John Woods

Drums: Dodie Menard

Flute: Emma Miller

Vocals:

Diane Brosius

Eleanor Callaghan

Zina Compton

Claudia Evans

Mary Jung

Caitlyn Laird

Nash Menard

Nena Menard

Emma Miller

Liz Myers

Cheryl Reese

Becky Snelbecker

Ann Wagman

Nichole Windhausen

Audio-Visual Coordinator (The lady who puts all

those awesome things projected on the screen)

Linda Alley

Sound Technicians

Walt Tilley

Joe Compton

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Welcome, Sharing of Joys and Concerns … Pastor

*Pre-Service Music… Crossroads

“I Will Call Upon The Lord” … Michael O’Shields

Drama 1: Two Christians from Luther’s day are on their way to church, discussing the current

unrest due to Luther’s presenting of his 95 Theses. The date is soon after October 31, 1517.

*Opening Prayer...Pastor with Congregation

P In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Ghost. Amen.

C I thank thee, my heavenly Father, through Jesus Christ, thy dear Son, that thou hast

kept me this night from all harm and danger; and I pray thee that thou wouldst keep

me this day also from sin and every evil, that all my doings in life may please thee. For

into thy hands I commend myself, my body and soul, and all things. Let thy holy angel

be with me, that the wicked foe may have no power over me. Amen.

*Song… Projected on screen... Crossroads with Congregation

Order of Service 11:00 A.M., Contemporary Worship Service

The Congregation is invited to participate at the places responses are marked with Bold Type. *Designates please stand if you are able.

Verse:

Our God is a consuming fire,

A burning holy flame with glory and

freedom.

Our God is the only righteous judge,

Ruling over us with kindness and

wisdom.

And we will keep our eyes on You,

We will keep our eyes on You.

Chorus:


A sacred refuge is Your name.

Your kingdom is unshakeable.

And with You forever we will reign.

Verse:

God is jealous for His own,

None could comprehend His love and

mercy.

Our God is exalted on His throne,

High above the heavens.

Forever He is worthy,

And we will keep our eyes on You,

We will keep our eyes on You.

Chorus:


A sacred refuge is Your name.

Your kingdom is unshakeable.

And with You forever we will reign.

Bridge:

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“A Mighty Fortress” … Nockels, Nockels, Brown & Robertson

Drama 2: Luther, in the monastery, struggles with his faith

The Old Testament Lesson … Jeremiah 31:31-34 … Lay Reader

“Behold, the days are coming, declares the Lord, when I will make a new covenant with the

house of Israel and the house of Judah, not like the covenant that I made with their fathers on

the day when I took them by the hand to bring them out of the land of Egypt, my covenant

that they broke, though I was their husband, declares the Lord. For this is the covenant that I

will make with the house of Israel after those days, declares the Lord: I will put my law with-

in them, and I will write it on their hearts. And I will be their God, and they shall be my peo-

ple. And no longer shall each one teach his neighbor and each his brother, saying, ‘Know the

Lord,’ for they shall all know me, from the least of them to the greatest, declares the Lord.

For I will forgive their iniquity, and I will remember their sin no more.”

Special Music… Crossroads

“Mighty to Save” … Fielding & Morgan

Drama 3: Luther’s awareness of the importance of God’s Word.

The Second Lesson … Romans 3:19-28 … Lay Reader

Now we know that whatever the law says it speaks to those who are under the law, so that

every mouth may be stopped, and the whole world may be held accountable to God. For by

works of the law no human being will be justified in his sight, since through the law comes

knowledge of sin. But now the righteousness of God has been manifested apart from the law,

although the Law and the Prophets bear witness to it—the righteousness of God through

faith in Jesus Christ for all who believe. For there is no distinction: for all have sinned and

fall short of the glory of God, and are justified by his grace as a gift, through the redemption

that is in Christ Jesus, whom God put forward as a propitiation by his blood, to be received

by faith. This was to show God's righteousness, because in his divine forbearance he had

passed over former sins. It was to show his righteousness at the present time, so that he

might be just and the justifier of the one who has faith in Jesus. Then what becomes of our

boasting? It is excluded. By what kind of law? By a law of works? No, but by the law of

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faith. For we hold that one is justified by faith apart from works of the law.

Drama 4: Luther’s realization of salvation by faith in Jesus.

The Gospel Lesson … John 8:31-36… Pastor

So Jesus said to the Jews who had believed him, “If you abide in my word, you are truly my

disciples, and you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free.” They answered him,

“We are offspring of Abraham and have never been enslaved to anyone. How is it that you

say, ‘You will become free’?” Jesus answered them, “Truly, truly, I say to you, everyone who

practices sin is a slave to sin. The slave does not remain in the house forever; the son remains

forever. So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.

Drama 5: Luther’s reliance of God’s grace above all else, as he stands before the church

authorities at the Diet of Worms and says, “I cannot, and will not, recant.”

I see you In the sunrise;

I see you In the rain.

I see you In the laughter;

I feel you through the pain.

Everything that you have made is beautiful.

Oh my God, I can’t believe my eyes.

But in all of this to think that you would think of me

Makes my heart come alive.

Your love is like a mighty fire deep inside my bones.

I feel like I could climb a thousand Mountains all at once.

And I never have to wonder if somebody cares for me.

I love the Maker,

And the Maker loves me.

Oh whoa, oh, oh whoa, oh oh oh

I see you In the sunrise;

I see you In the rain.

I see you In the laughter;

I feel you through the pain.

Everything that you have made is beautiful.

Oh my God, I can’t believe my eyes.

But in all of this to think that you would think of me

Makes my heart come alive.




I love the Maker,






I love the Maker,



And, the Maker loves me.

And, the Maker loves me.

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Music … Crossroads and Congregation

“The Maker” … VBS 2017 … August & Cash

*Sharing Of The Peace … Pastor with Congregational Response

The peace of Christ be with you always.

And also with you.

Offering … Ushers will receive our gifts

Offering Music … Crossroads

“In Christ Alone” … Getty & Townend

*Offertory Response… In Unison…“Thankful” … by Joe Stocker

*Offering Prayer… Worship Assistant and Congregation

O God, ruler of heaven and earth. Day by day you shower us with blessings. As you have

raised us to new life in Christ, give us glad and generous hearts, ready to praise you

and to respond to those in need, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

*Words Of Institution… Pastor

*Lord’s Prayer...In Unison

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

I like to think about the goodness of the Lord.

He gives me everything I need

and so much more.

So I just want to lift my hands

And say that I love Him!

I just want to lift my heart in praise!

I want to be thankful!

I want to be grateful!

I want to remember everything

That the Lord has done!

I want to be thankful

I want to be grateful

I want to be!

I want to be!

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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.

Communion… Gluten free communion wafers are available.

If you require this product, please make sure an usher is aware of this.

All are welcome at the table of the Lord. Those not communing may come forward

for a blessing. If you prefer to receive communion at your seat, please notify an usher.

*Distribution Music… Chosen By The A.V. Team

*The Prayers are spoken responsively by the worship assistant and the congregation:

P We give thanks to you, almighty Father, as we celebrate the 500th anniversary of the Refor-

mation. Help us to see anew this day what an monumental impact Martin Luther’s nailing of

the 95 Theses has had on our faith today. Help us to continue to live in the faith grounded in

your grace uncovered for us so long ago. O Mighty Fortress, strong Defender,


P Stir in us a desire to know you more and know your Word on a deeper and deeper level, as

Martin Luther sought to do. Fill us with the urge to read, mark, learn and inwardly digest all

you have to say to us through your Holy Scriptures, and let us never turn away from your

messages of undeserved forgiveness and love. O Mighty Fortress, strong Defender,


P Your Word continues to guide and direct us in our relationships with other. Grant us true

knowledge from your Word to share with those who are hurting or doubting, that they may

find the rest and reassurance they need that you are always with them and you will always

care for them. O Mighty Fortress, strong Defender,


P We praise you for the long line of reformers who followed Martin Luther and remained

faithful to your Word of hope and promise through many difficult times. Give us the same

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courage and resolve to continue to witness for you and stand firm in the conviction that we

are saved only by faith alone, grace alone, and Scripture alone, gifts that can come only from

you. O Mighty Fortress, strong Defender,


P Open our eyes to see opportunities be in your Word around the kitchen table, around the

neighborhood with friends and in your holy house. Keep us available to talk to others who

are seeking to know more from your Word that we may be a source of strength and encour-

agement in the Gospel for them. O Mighty Fortress, strong Defender,


P Let us rejoice in the freedom we have to worship you and to participate in your services of

the Word in your house of worship. Give us voices to sing and words to proclaim in the

midst of brothers and sisters in the faith, and allow us to be warm and welcoming to all who

enter this place for the first time. O Mighty Fortress, strong Defender,


P Thank you for the various roles you have given us in this Church and this world. Help us to

live out our callings in ways that please you and that declare to those around us the power of

the Word that is at work in our words and deeds. Let us value the work of all those in the

Church, no matter what their position. O Mighty Fortress, strong Defender,


P Remain in us as we face trials and tribulations of any kind. Especially we pray this day for ...

Help us to see that no matter what we are experiencing, your love for us continues and your

promise of salvation is never forgotten or abandoned. Keep our eyes ever focused on the

coming kingdom and the life that awaits us there with you. O Mighty Fortress, strong De-

fender,


P Continue to keep reforming, reshaping and renewing us to become more and more like your

Son. Let us never grow complacent or lethargic is expanding the reach of your Word to all

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nations, communities and homes. Allow us to see that, like Martin Luther, we can do no other

when it comes to standing up for what we believe. May our faith in your salvation keep driv-

ing us forward in our efforts to be your voice of certain hope. O Mighty Fortress, strong De-

fender,

C Give us grace to continue in thy Word.

P Amen.

*The Lord’s Prayer is spoken in unison at this time.

*The Confession is Sung by Congregation & Crossroads: … “You Forgive Me”

*The Absolution is spoken by the pastor:

I have the privilege of sharing with you the very Good News that Luther brought to light in the

Reformation: Your sins are forgiven, not because of anything you have done, but because of

what Christ did for you on the cross and through the empty tomb. The power of sin has been

removed for you forever and you are free to live a new life in Christ. Be blessed by his peace

and love. Amen.

*The Response is spoken by the congregation :

Amen, that is, so shall it be. Confirm our faith and hope in thee That we may doubt not,

but believe what here we ask we shall receive. Thus in thy name and at thy word we say:

Amen. Oh, hear us, Lord!

You take all the pieces of my life,

Put ‘em back together,

Make it all alright.

Oh,___You forgive me.

Only you can heal my broken heart,

Make all things new with a brand new start.

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The Benediction is spoken by the pastor:

P Now continue in the Word of the Lord. The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his

face to shine upon you and be gracious to you. The Lord lift up his countenance upon you

and give you peace. Amen.

*The Sending Hymn … Crossroads and Congregation

“Thy Word” … Amy Grant and Michael W. Smith

*Call To Service… Worship Assistant with Congregational Response

Go in peace. Sound the good news. Thanks be to God.

Thanks be to God.

*Post-Service Music ...Crossroads

“Blessed Be Your Name” … Redman

Refrain:

Thy word is a lamp unto my feet

And a light unto my path



Verse 1

When I feel afraid,

Think I’ve lost my way,

Still you’re there right beside me,

And nothing will I fear

As long as you are near.

Please be near me to the end. (Refrain)

Verse 2

I will not forget

Your love for me and yet

My heart forever is wandering.

Jesus, be my guide

And hold me to your side,

And I will love you to the end.

Refrain:





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CALVARY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH of DOVER, PA

9 North Main Street, Dover, Pennsylvania 17315

Office phone: 717-292-3891

E-mail: [email protected]

Website: calvarylutherandover.org

Pastoral Emergencies: Pastor Woods, 717-891-5503

COMMUNION We invite all baptized believers in Jesus Christ as Lord

and Savior to commune with us this morning. If you are unable to come forward for the sacrament,

please bring this to the attention of an usher and communion will be brought to you.

MISSION STATEMENT

We at Calvary believe God wants our congregation to exist in order to reflect God’s love through our actions, programs and image; to reach out to our family,

the community and the world; to provide moral and spiritual leadership. We are called to grow and adjust with the times to make the Gospel

relevant for contemporary society.

STAFF

Pastor: The Rev. John M. Woods

Church Organist/Crossroads Director: Mrs. Suzanne Tilley

Assistant Organist: Mr. Jeffrey Byers

Handbell Choir Conductor: Mrs. Jenni Melhorn

Adult & Youth Choirs Director: Mrs. Jennifer Fadely McCleary

Youth Director: Mr. Aaron Laird

Sexton: Mr. Melvin Sharp

Treasurer: Ms. Janice Oaster

Pre-School Director : Mrs. Deb Latchaw

Office Administrator: Mrs. Deanna Laird

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