St. Paul's Lutheran Church
proud to be a member of the South Central Synod of Wisconsin of the
Evangelical Lutheran Church in America
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Sunday, October 17, 2021 – 21th Sunday after Pentecost
Good morning! Welcome to worship!
We are so glad you’ve chosen to join us for worship today!
Scripture Readings:
Isaiah 53:4-12; Psalm 91:9-16; Hebrews 5:1-10; Mark 10:35-45
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Today’s gospel starts with disciples obsessing over who will be closest to Jesus, leading to Jesus teaching his followers about God’s take on importance and power. Here Jesus makes it explicit that the reversal of values in God’s community is a direct challenge to the values of the dominant culture, where wielding power over others is what makes you great.
When we pray “your kingdom come” we are praying for an end to tyranny and oppression.
We pray this gathered around the cross, a sign of great shame transformed to be the sign of great honor and service.
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Thank you to Katie James for providing our Special Music today.
The altar flowers are given by Kelly Rodenschmit in loving of her father, Gordon Esser
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**The bulletin and scripture readings and sermon are available for you to download.
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Wishing you a week of blessings and joy,
St. Paul’s Lutheran Church & Pastor Karen
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**Thank you for your continued financial support of St. Paul's and our on-going ministries.
We know that some are financially suffering during this challenging time, unable to give as they have or would like. If you are able to contribute and have not recently given, please give a gift today. You can mail your offerings to the church (727 8th St., Baraboo), use Simply Giving, or use your online bill-pay service through your bank.