The discussion between Jesus and the rich young man revolves around the young man's inability to see the Law of God as anything more than a way for humans to display their goodness or their badness. But Jesus calls him to see the Law, instead, as a display of the unique and infinite goodness of God. And while this way of looking at the Law takes us out of the equation, it also has the effect of separating us from the God we hope our Law-keeping can connect us to. Jesus solves this problem by calling the young man deeper into God's heart by pointing out that while humans can't be good, God can – by giving up everything he owns (his own life!) and giving it to the poor (by saving us from ourselves and from destruction!).
Readings: Jonah Wilson. Sermon: Pastor Aaron Mueller.
Order of service:
Readings:
- Reflection on God's Forgiveness is from Matthew 11:28-30
- Psalm reading is from Psalm 90:12–17
- Old Testament reading is from Amos 5:6–7, 10–15
- Epistle reading is from Hebrews 3:12–19
- Holy Gospel is from Mark 10:17–22
Songs and Hymns:
- O Bless the Lord, My Soul
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Text: Isaac Watts, 1674-1748
Tune: Aaron Williams, 1731-76
Public domain - My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less
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Text: Edward Mote
Tune: William B. Bradbury
Public domain - At the Name of Jesus
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Text: Caroline M. Noel, 1817–77, alt.
Tune: Ralph Vaughan Williams, 1872–1958
Text and tune: Public domain - When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
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Text by Isaac Watts
Tune by Lowell Mason
Public domain - I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light
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Text and tune: Kathleen Thomerson, 1934
© 1970, 1975 Celebration
Used with permission: LSB Hymn License #110001220 - Jesus Shall Reign
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Text: Isaac Watts, 1674–1748, alt.
Tune: attr. John C. Hatton, d. 1793
Text and tune: Public domain - O God, Our Help in Ages Past
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Text: Isaac Watts, 1674–1748, alt.
Tune: William Croft, 1678–1727
Text and tune: Public domain
Liturgies:
- Kyrie
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Text: Jaroslav J. Vajda
Music: Columbian Harmony
Text and music: © 1990 Concordia Publishing House
Used with permission: One License #728607-A - Gloria
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Text: Jaroslav J. Vajda, © 1990 Concordia Publishing House,
Used with permission, One License #728607-A;
Tune: Felix Mendelssohn, public domain. - Credo
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Text: Jaroslav J. Vajda, © 1990 Concordia Publishing House,
used with permission, One License 728607-A.
Tune: Welsh, pubic domain. - Sanctus
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Text: Jaroslav J. Vajda, © 1990 Concordia Publishing House,
used with permission, One License 728607-A.
Tune: John B. Dykes, public domain. - Agnus Dei
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Text: Jaroslav J. Vajda, © 1990 Concordia Publishing House,
used with permission, CCLI license #20286740.
Tune: Lowell Mason, 1792-1872, public domain.
Recording:
- Audio:
- Video:
- Watch on YouTube
Announcements:
- Sunday, Oct 13:
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- Worship Service: 9 AM to 10:15 AM
- Sunday School: 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
- Adult Bible Study: 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
- Youth Confirmation: 11:45 AM to 12:45 PM
- Wednesday, Oct 16:
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- Men’s Bible Study: 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM
- Youth Group @ The Staake's Home: 6:30 PM to 8 PM
- Friday, Oct 18:
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- Youth Bonfire @ The Schnicker's Home: 6:30 PM to 8 PM
- Saturday, Oct 26:
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- Lutheran Young Adults Fall Hike @ Pere Marquette State Park: 2 PM
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Join LYA (Lutheran Young Adults) for a fall hike and to have fellowship with other young Lutherans and enjoy God’s creation. Meet at the parking lot by the visitor center at Pere Marquette State Park on Saturday, October 26th at 2:00pm.
- Sunday, Oct 27:
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- Metro-East Lutheran High School Open House: 1 PM to 3 PM
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Metro-East Lutheran High School invites you to an Open House on Sunday, Oct. 27. Stop by anytime between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. to tour our campus, meet our teachers, chat with administrators, and get answers to all of your questions about the Knight life. For more information, call the school office at 618-656-0043 or email admissions@melhs.org.
- RightNow Media
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Looking for a new Bible study, reading plan, or maybe just a great kids show? Did you know St. James offers a free subscription (access to over 20,000 titles) on RightNow Media for every member? If you’d like to access your membership, or need more information, please check out our RightNow Media page at at stjamesglencarbon.org/rightnow-media or contact Cheryl in the church office – cheryl@stjamesglencarbon.org.
- Glen-Ed Pantry suggests you “TP the Pantry” in October
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Toilet paper, paper towels as well as hygiene products are basic needs for everyone but are not covered by SNAP (Food Stamps). By donating these items, you help our families’ dollars to go much further. Thank you!
- Annual St James’ 40 Days for Life Prayer Vigil
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Thank you to all the prayer warriors, who were able to participate in the 40 Days For Life vigil on September 30th next to Planned Parenthood in Fairview Heights. On that day, among other prayers lifted, the participants prayed for God’s intervention to protect the lives of the unborn. We ask that everyone continue to pray for expectant mothers vulnerable to abortion as well as those women grieving abortion decisions. Please watch for up-coming Life Events at Saint James.
Psalm 139:13: For you formed my inward parts; you knitted me together in my mother’s womb.
- Women’s Bible Study
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The Women’s Bible Study on Psalms concluded Saturday, October 12. Thank you to all the women at St. James who have joined the study so far! After a short break, we’ll resume meeting on Saturdays at 9am with a new study.
- Is Christianity Reasonable?
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Is it possible to “understand” Christianity? Can we employ our ability to use reason to grasp the truths of the Bible? Or should we just bypass reason and put Scripture in the category of “mystery?”
On the newest episode of Craving Answers, Craving God, we explore the application of using your mind to understand the Bible. Be prepared to think!
- Save the Dates!
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- October 26: St. James Treat Table @ the Trunk or Treat at Edwardsville Park
- November 3: Operation Christmas Child (Shoe Box) Kick-off
- November 24: St. James Pancake Breakfast
- November 30: St. James Hot Cocoa Stand @ Glen Carbon Christmas Market
- November 30: Advent Decorating @ 9 AM
- December 22: St. James Christmas Brunch
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