1. Welcome 10:30am Service to Elk River Lutheran Church
10/29/2019
Welcome 10:30am Service
to Elk River Lutheran Church
All are invited to share in the Lord’s Supper.
We encourage children to participate in worship and communion.
Nursery is available, should you desire it.
Restrooms are located in fellowship area and lower level.

2. Community Announcements
10/29/2019
Community Announcements
Welcome guests! Thank you for worshipping with us. Please feel free to take home your worship bulletin for people and families to keep in your prayers. Visit for the latest information.

3. The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you.
Sharing of the Peace
The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. P C

4. Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
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Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
CHORUS Rejoice, rejoice! Let ev'ry tongue rejoice! One heart, one voice; O Church of Christ, rejoice!

5. Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
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Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
VERSE 1 Come people of the risen King, Who delight to bring Him praise; Come all, and tune your hearts to sing To the Morning Star of grace.

6. Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
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Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
From the shifting shadows of the earth, We will lift our eyes to Him, Where steady arms of mercy reach, To gather children in.

7. Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
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Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
CHORUS Rejoice, rejoice! Let ev'ry tongue rejoice! One heart, one voice; O Church of Christ, rejoice!

8. Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
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Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
VERSE 2 Come those whose joy is morning sun, And those weeping through the night; Come those who tell of battles won, And those struggling in the fight.

9. Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
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Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
For God’s perfect love will never change, And mercies never cease, But follow us through all our days, With the certain hope of peace.

10. Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
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Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
CHORUS Rejoice, rejoice! Let ev'ry tongue rejoice! One heart, one voice; O Church of Christ, rejoice!

11. Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
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Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
VERSE 3 Come young and old from ev'ry land, Men and women of the faith; Come those with full or empty hands Find the riches of God’s grace.

12. Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
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Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
Over all the world, God’s people sing Shore to shore we hear them call The truth that cries through ev'ry age, “Our God is all in all.”

13. Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
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Gathering Song “Come People of the Risen King”
CHORUS Rejoice, rejoice! Let ev'ry tongue rejoice! One heart, one voice; O Church of Christ, rejoice! REPEAT

14. Confession and ForgivenessP
In the name of the Father, and of the ☩ Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. C

15. Confession and Forgiveness
God of all mercy and consolation, come to the help of your people, turning us from our sin to live for you alone. Give us the power of your Holy Spirit that we may confess our sin, receive your forgiveness, and grow into the fullness of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. P C

16. Confession and Forgiveness
Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another. we confess that we are captive to sin and cannot free ourselves. We have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done and by what we have left undone. P C

17. Confession and Forgiveness
We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in your will and walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy name. Amen. C

18. Confession and ForgivenessP
God, who is rich in mercy, loved us even when we were dead in sin, and made us alive together with Christ. By grace you have been saved. In the name of ☩ Jesus Christ, your sins are forgiven. Almighty God strengthen you with power through the Holy Spirit, that Christ may live in your hearts through faith. Amen. C

19. 10/29/2019
Song Of Praise “Psalm 62”
CHORUS O sing praises, hallelujah, To my delight and my reward Everlasting, never failing; My redeemer, my God.

20. 10/29/2019
Song Of Praise “Psalm 62”
VERSE 1 My soul finds rest in God alone, My rock and my salvation, A fortress strong against my foes, And I will not be shaken.

21. 10/29/2019
Song Of Praise “Psalm 62”
Though lips may bless, and hearts may curse, And lies, like arrows, pierce me, I'll fix my heart on righteousness; I'll look to God who hears me

22. 10/29/2019
Song Of Praise “Psalm 62”
CHORUS O sing praises, hallelujah, To my delight and my reward Everlasting, never failing; My redeemer, my God.

23. 10/29/2019
Song Of Praise “Psalm 62”
VERSE 2 Find rest my soul in God alone Amid the world's temptations. When evil seeks to take a hold, I'll cling to my salvation.

24. 10/29/2019
Song Of Praise “Psalm 62”
Though riches come, and riches go, Don't set your heart upon them. The fields of hope in which I sow Are harvested in heaven.

25. 10/29/2019
Song Of Praise “Psalm 62”
CHORUS O sing praises, hallelujah, To my delight and my reward Everlasting, never failing; My redeemer, my God.

26. 10/29/2019
Song Of Praise “Psalm 62”
VERSE 3 I'll set my gaze on God alone, And trust by faith completely, With ev'ry day pour out my soul; And God will prove mercy.

27. 10/29/2019
Song Of Praise “Psalm 62”
Though life is but a fleeting breath, A sigh too brief to measure, My God has crushed the curse of death, And I belong forever.

28. 10/29/2019
Song Of Praise “Psalm 62”
CHORUS O sing praises, hallelujah, To my delight and my reward Everlasting, never failing; My redeemer, my God.

29. Prayer of the Day Lectio Devina
“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing.” 1 Thessalonians 5:16-17

30. 10/29/2019
First Reading: Psalm 91
1You who live in the shelter of the Most High, who abide in the shadow of the Almighty, 2will say to the LORD, "My refuge and my fortress; my God, in whom I trust."

31. 10/29/2019
First Reading: Psalm 91
3For he will deliver you from the snare of the fowler and from the deadly pestilence; 4he will cover you with his pinions, and under his wings you will find refuge; his faithfulness is a shield and buckler.

32. 10/29/2019
First Reading: Psalm 91
5You will not fear the terror of the night, or the arrow that flies by day, 6or the pestilence that stalks in darkness, or the destruction that wastes at noonday.

33. 10/29/2019
First Reading: Psalm 91
7A thousand may fall at your side, ten thousand at your right hand, but it will not come near you. 8You will only look with your eyes and see the punishment of the wicked.

34. 10/29/2019
First Reading: Psalm 91
9Because you have made the LORD your refuge, the Most High your dwelling place, 10no evil shall befall you, no scourge come near your tent.

35. 10/29/2019
First Reading: Psalm 91
11For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. 12On their hands they will bear you up, so that you will not dash your foot against a stone.

36. 10/29/2019
First Reading: Psalm 91
13You will tread on the lion and the adder, the young lion and the serpent you will trample under foot. 14Those who love me, I will deliver; I will protect those who know my name.

37. 10/29/2019
First Reading: Psalm 91
15When they call to me, I will answer them; I will be with them in trouble, I will rescue them and honor them. 16With long life I will satisfy them, and show them my salvation.

38. Second Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28
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Second Reading: Thessalonians 5:12-28
12But we appeal to you, brothers and sisters, to respect those who labor among you, and have charge of you in the Lord and admonish you; 13esteem them very highly in love because of their work. Be at peace among yourselves. 14And we urge you, beloved, to admonish the idlers, encourage the fainthearted, help the weak, be patient with all of them.

39. Second Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28
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Second Reading: Thessalonians 5:12-28
15See that none of you repays evil for evil, but always seek to do good to one another and to all. 16Rejoice always, 17pray without ceasing, 18give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you. 19Do not quench the Spirit.

40. Second Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28
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Second Reading: Thessalonians 5:12-28
20Do not despise the words of prophets, 21but test everything; hold fast to what is good; 22abstain from every form of evil. 23May the God of peace himself sanctify you entirely; and may your spirit and soul and body be kept sound and blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.

41. Second Reading: 1 Thessalonians 5:12-28
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Second Reading: Thessalonians 5:12-28
24The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do this. 25Beloved, pray for us. 26Greet all the brothers and sisters with a holy kiss. 27I solemnly command you by the Lord that this letter be read to all of them. 28The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.

42. The Word of the Lord Praise to you, O Christ
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Second Reading
The Word of the Lord Praise to you, O Christ P C

43. Children are invited to come to the front.
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Children’s Message
Children are invited to come to the front.

44. Sermon Pastor Nathan Mugaas
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Sermon Pastor Nathan Mugaas
Hey God, It’s Me Again… Pray Without Ceasing

45. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
Please stand…
CHORUS Above and below me, Before and behind me; In ev'ry eye that sees me, Christ, be all around me;

46. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
Above and below me, Before and behind me; In ev'ry eye that sees me, Christ ,be all around me.

47. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
VERSE 1 As I rise, strength of God, Go before, lift me up; As I wake, eyes of God, Look upon, be my sight.

48. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
CHORUS Above and below me, Before and behind me; In ev'ry eye that sees me, Christ, be all around me;

49. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
Above and below me, Before and behind me; In ev'ry eye that sees me, Christ ,be all around me.

50. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
VERSE 2 As I wait, heart of God, Satisfy and sustain; As I hear, voice of God, Lead me on, be my guide, Be my guide.

51. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
CHORUS Above and below me, Before and behind me; In ev'ry eye that sees me, Christ, be all around me;

52. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
Above and below me, Before and behind me; In ev'ry eye that sees me, Christ ,be all around me.

53. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
VERSE 3 As I go, hand of God, My defense, by my side; As I rest, breath of God Fall upon, bring me peace, Bring me peace.

54. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
INTERLUDE Oh, oh, Christ, be all around me; Oh, oh, Christ, be all around me.

55. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
CHORUS Above and below me, Before and behind me; In ev'ry eye that sees me, Christ, be all around me;

56. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
Above and below me, Before and behind me; In ev'ry eye that sees me, Christ ,be all around me.

57. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
BRIDGE Your life Your death Your blood Was shed for ev'ry moment ev'ry moment

58. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
BRIDGE Your life Your death Your blood Was shed for ev'ry moment ev'ry moment

59. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
CHORUS Above and below me, Before and behind me; In ev'ry eye that sees me, Christ, be all around me;

60. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
Above and below me, Before and behind me; In ev'ry eye that sees me, Christ ,be all around me.

61. Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
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Song of the Day “Christ Be All Around Me"
INTERLUDE Oh, oh, Christ, be all around me; Oh, oh, Christ, be all around me.

62. Prayers of Intercession – Bidding Prayer
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Prayers of Intercession – Bidding Prayer
Each prayer petition ends with a time for reflection, and then the following sung response: Lord, listen to Your children praying; Lord, send Your Spirit in this place. Send us love, send us pow'r, send us grace.

63. Tithe.ly text the word GIVE to 612-324-8257
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Offering
Let us share and receive the gifts God has given us.
“Open the Eyes of My Heart”
By Paul Baloche
Featuring Ariah, Alana and Isaiah Budish
Tithe.ly
text the word GIVE to
Visit elkriverlutheran.org/give for more giving options

64. 10/29/2019
Offering Prayer
Let us pray, God of mercy and grace, the eyes of all wait upon you, and you open your hand in blessing. Fill us with good things at your table, that we may come to the help of all in need, through Jesus Christ, our redeemer and Lord. Amen P C

65. 10/29/2019
Words of Institution P
In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus 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.

66. 10/29/2019
The Lord’s Prayer C
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…

67. 10/29/2019
The Lord’s Prayer
…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. C

68. 10/29/2019
Communion Invitation
Come to the banquet, for all is now ready. You are invited to join in Holy Communion. Children are welcomed to join us at the altar for a blessing. Gluten free wafers available. Both wine and grape juice are available.

69. Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
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Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
1 You who dwell in the shelter of the Lord, who abide in this shadow for life, say to the Lord: "My refuge, my rock in whom I trust!"

70. Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
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Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
REFRAIN And he will raise you up on eagle's wings, bear you on the breath of dawn, make you to shine like the sun, and hold you in the palm of his hand.

71. Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
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Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
2 The snare of the fowler will never capture you, and famine will bring you no fear; under God's wings your refuge, with faithfulness your shield.

72. Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
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Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
REFRAIN And he will raise you up on eagle's wings, bear you on the breath of dawn, make you to shine like the sun, and hold you in the palm of his hand.

73. Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
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Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
3 You need not fear the terror of the night, nor the arrow that flies by day; though thousands fall about you, near you it shall not come.

74. Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
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Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
REFRAIN And he will raise you up on eagle's wings, bear you on the breath of dawn, make you to shine like the sun, and hold you in the palm of his hand.

75. Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
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Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
4 For to the angels God's given a command to guard you in all of your ways; upon their hands they will bear you up, lest you dash your foot against a stone.

76. Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
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Communion Song (#787) “On Eagle’s Wings"
FINAL REFRAIN And he will raise you up on eagle's wings, bear you on the breath of dawn, make you to shine like the sun, and hold you in the palm of his hand; and hold you, hold you in the palm of his hand.

77. 10/29/2019
Communion Blessing P
The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in God's grace. Amen. C

78. Communion Prayer P
Let us pray. We give you thanks, almighty God, that you have refreshed us through the healing power of this gift of life. In your mercy, strengthen us through this gift, in faith toward you and in fervent love toward one another; for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. C

79. Blessing of Congregation
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Blessing of Congregation P
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. C

80. Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
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Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
CHORUS “Blessed be the name of Lord, Blessed be Your name. Blessed be the name of the Lord, Blessed be Your glorious name.”

81. Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
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Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
VERSE 1 Blessed be Your name In the land that is plentiful, Where Your streams of abundance flow, Blessed be Your name.

82. Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
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Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
VERSE 2 Blessed be Your name When I’m found in the desert place, Though I walk through the wilderness, Blessed be Your name.

83. Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
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Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
PRE-CHORUS Ev’ry blessing You pour out I’ll turn back to praise. When the darkness closes in, Lord, Still I will say,

84. Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
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Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
CHORUS “Blessed be the name of Lord, Blessed be Your name. Blessed be the name of the Lord, Blessed be Your glorious name.”

85. Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
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Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
VERSE 3 Blessed be Your name When the sun’s shining down on me, When the world’s “all as it should be.” Blessed be Your name.

86. Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
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Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
VERSE 4 Blessed be Your name On the road marked with suffering, Though there’s pain in the offering, Blessed be Your name.

87. Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
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Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
PRE-CHORUS Ev’ry blessing You pour out I’ll turn back to praise. When the darkness closes in, Lord, Still I will say,

88. Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
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Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
CHORUS “Blessed be the name of Lord, Blessed be Your name. Blessed be the name of the Lord, Blessed be Your glorious name.”

89. Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
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Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
BRIDGE You give and take away, You give and take away. My heart will choose to say, “Lord, blessed be Your name.”

90. Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
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Sending Song “Blessed Be Your Name”
CHORUS “Blessed be the name of Lord, Blessed be Your name. Blessed be the name of the Lord, Blessed be Your glorious name.”

91. Go in peace. Share the Good News! We will! Thanks be to God.
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Sending Dialog P
Go in peace. Share the Good News!
We will! Thanks be to God. C
Special thanks to all who assisted during worship.
Please join us for coffee and fellowship following this service.
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