Author: Julie Raffa

Introit Psalm 34:4–8; antiphon: v. 1
I will bless the Lord at | all times;* his praise shall continually be | in my mouth. I sought the Lord, and he | answered me* and delivered me from | all my fears. Those who look to him are | radiant,* and their faces shall never | be ashamed. This poor man cried, and the Lord | heard him* and saved him out of all his | troubles. The angel of the Lord encamps around those who | fear him,* and de- | livers them. Oh, taste and see that the | Lord is good!* Blessèd is the man who takes ref- | uge in him! Glory be to the Father and | to the Son* and to the Holy | Spirit; as it was in the be- | ginning,* is now, and will be forever. | Amen. I will bless the Lord at | all times;* his praise shall continually be | in my mouth.
Collect of the Day
Almighty and most merciful God, preserve us from all harm and danger that we, being ready in both body and soul, may cheerfully accomplish what You want done; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Old Testament Reading Job 38:4–18
4[The Lord said to Job:] “Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth? Tell me, if you have understanding. 5Who determined its measurements—surely you know! Or who stretched the line upon it? 6On what were its bases sunk, or who laid its cornerstone, 7when the morning stars sang together and all the sons of God shouted for joy? 8“Or who shut in the sea with doors when it burst out from the womb, 9when I made clouds its garment and thick darkness its swaddling band, 10and prescribed limits for it and set bars and doors, 11and said, ‘Thus far shall you come, and no farther, and here shall your proud waves be stayed’? 12“Have you commanded the morning since your days began, and caused the dawn to know its place, 13that it might take hold of the skirts of the earth, and the wicked be shaken out of it? 14It is changed like clay under the seal, and its features stand out like a garment. 15From the wicked their light is withheld, and their uplifted arm is broken. 16“Have you entered into the springs of the sea, or walked in the recesses of the deep? 17Have the gates of death been revealed to you, or have you seen the gates of deep darkness? 18Have you comprehended the expanse of the earth? Declare, if you know all this.”
Gradual Psalm 34:9, 19, alt.
Fear the Lord, you his saints, for those who fear him lack nothing! Many are the afflictions of the righteous, but the Lord delivers him out of them all.
Epistle Romans 10:5–17
5Moses writes about the righteousness that is based on the law, that the person who does the commandments shall live by them. 6But the righteousness based on faith says, “Do not say in your heart, ‘Who will ascend into heaven?’” (that is, to bring Christ down) 7or “‘Who will descend into the abyss?’” (that is, to bring Christ up from the dead). 8But what does it say? “The word is near you, in your mouth and in your heart” (that is, the word of faith that we proclaim); 9because, if you confess with your mouth that Jesus is Lord and believe in your heart that God raised him from the dead, you will be saved. 10For with the heart one believes and is justified, and with the mouth one confesses and is saved. 11For the Scripture says, “Everyone who believes in him will not be put to shame.” 12For there is no distinction between Jew and Greek; the same Lord is Lord of all, bestowing his riches on all who call on him. 13For “everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved.”
14But how are they to call on him in whom they have not believed? And how are they to believe in him of whom they have never heard? And how are they to hear without someone preaching? 15And how are they to preach unless they are sent? As it is written, “How beautiful are the feet of those who preach the good news!” 16But they have not all obeyed the gospel. For Isaiah says, “Lord, who has believed what he has heard from us?” 17So faith comes from hearing, and hearing through the word of Christ.
Holy Gospel Matthew 14:22–33
22Immediately [Jesus] made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. 23And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up on the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, 24but the boat by this time was a long way from the land, beaten by the waves, for the wind was against them. 25And in the fourth watch of the night he came to them, walking on the sea. 26But when the disciples saw him walking on the sea, they were terrified, and said, “It is a ghost!” and they cried out in fear. 27But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying, “Take heart; it is I. Do not be afraid.”
28And Peter answered him, “Lord, if it is you, command me to come to you on the water.” 29He said, “Come.” So Peter got out of the boat and walked on the water and came to Jesus. 30But when he saw the wind, he was afraid, and beginning to sink he cried out, “Lord, save me.” 31Jesus immediately reached out his hand and took hold of him, saying to him, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?” 32And when they got into the boat, the wind ceased. 33And those in the boat worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.”
Announcements
Lord’s Supper: If you are in need of the Lord’s Supper during the week, in addition to the Divine Services on Sunday and Thursday, please call the office to set up an appointment.
You Are Invited to join us online in celebrating the graduation of Samuel Boehlke from Christ Crucified Lutheran Home School on Sunday August 9, 2020. It will be live-streamed and recorded on Samuel’s Facebook page at Facebook.com/samuel.boehlke.1 We will begin with Vespers at 4 pm, followed by a short ceremony. We sincerely thank God for the faithful pastors and people of Pilgrim who have supported Samuel in his education in the Faith. May God continue to bless! - the Boehlke family
Join Us! Pilgrim Quilter’s will begin meeting again on Wednesday, September 16th at 9:00 am in the Old Fellowship Hall. Join us on the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month. Even if you do not sew, we have plenty for you to do. We need help with cutting, laying out, and tying the quilts. We look forward to seeing you!
Join Us! Ladies Guild / LWML will begin meeting again on Tuesday, September 15th at noon in the in the New Fellowship Hall. All women of the congregation are invited to join us on the 3rd Tuesday of each month. If you have any questions please call, Ruth Kohler at 338-6392.
Pilgrim Website has been updated; however, we need help with checking for misspelled words and other typos. When you have time, please read through http://www.pilgrimlutheran-westbend.org/ note the location of any errors you find. Submit your findings to the church office for us to review. Thank you!
Wednesday Youth Catechism will begin meeting again on September 9th at 4:00 pm in the Sanctuary. All Pilgrim youth in 3rd grade and above are encouraged to attend. A Parents’ Meeting will follow at 5:30 pm in the New Fellowship Hall.
Enduring Faith Sunday School will begin meeting again on September 13th at 9:15 am in the Music Room. All children and youth, 3 years and older, are encouraged to attend.
Parents of Pilgrim Children and Youth:
We request that you complete a Youth Christian Education Form for your family prior to September 9th to ensure we for up-to-date Emergency Contact Information for you children and so we may properly prepare for the new school year. The registration form may be completed online at www.pilgrimlutheran-westbend.org under the Education tab or by contacting the office for a hard copy.
Thank you,
Pastor Fisher and Pastor Raffa

10th Sunday after Pentecost
Divine Service
Lutheran Service Book: Page:
Liturgy: Setting 1 151
Apostles Creed 159
Hymns:
Jesus, Savior, Pilot Me 715
Eternal Father, Strong to Save 717
Communion Hymns: 621
744
618
740
Thy Strong Word 578
Scripture Readings:
Old Testament: Job 38:4-18
Epistle: Romans 10:5-17
Gospel: Matthew 14:22-33
X X X
In our prayers, we remember:
X Christians throughout the world persecuted for the confession of the faith.
XAll who serve in law enforcement, protecting our communities, and their families
X All who serve in the military, protecting our country, home and away.
X For all who live under the flag of our nation, for those who govern in this country, and for the causes of peace and justice.
X Pastors, Missionaries, and all who serve God’s people with the gifts of Christ.
X All those struggling with health issues: Jerry Sullivan, Carolyn Bren, Richard Fisher, Paul Soat, Clara Meyer, Terry Mowery, Donna Sommer, Deb Ziemann, Kandie Darmody, Orville Heckendorf, Lois Pritzlaff, Gert Sullivan, Tracey Leffin-Hedrick, June Fry, Elaine Kuenzel, Richard Reich, Judy Clark, Louise Kreis, Diane Behrens, Eric Johanen, Jennifer Jensen, those upon our hearts.
X X X
Preacher: Rev. Joseph Fisher
Liturgist: Rev. Christopher Raffa
Organist: Ben Grosskreuz, Sam Grosskreuz
Elders: Dennis E., Gary E., Gary J.

Coming Up at Pilgrim
Sunday:
6:00 a.m. Cable Worship on WB 987
and AT&T Uverse 99
8:00 & 10:30 a.m. Divine Service
9:15 a.m. Adult Class: Small Catechism
12:30 p.m. Adult Bible Study: Galatians
Monday:
4:00 p.m. Cable Worship on WB 987 and AT&T Uverse 99
6:00 p.m. Trustees Meeting
Tuesday:
11:30 a.m. Cable Worship on WB 987 and AT&T Uverse 99
Wednesday:
9:00 a.m. Cable Worship on WB 987 and AT&T Uverse 99
6:30 p.m. Lutheran Difference Class
Thursday:
7:00 p.m. Divine Service
Saturday:
7:00 a.m. Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study
Wednesday, September 9:
4:00 p.m. 1st Day of Youth Catechesis
5:30 p.m. Parents’ Meeting
Sunday, September 13:
9:15 a.m. 1st Day of Sunday School
12:00 p.m. Church Picnic
Tuesday, September 15:
12:00 p.m. Ladies Guild / LWML
Wednesday, August 12:
9:00 a.m. Pilgrim Quilters

10th Sunday after Pentecost
August 6-9, 2020
31Jesus immediately reached out his hand and took hold of him, saying to him, “O you of little faith, why did you doubt?” Matthew 14:31
Welcome and blessings to you through our Lord Jesus Christ!
We welcome all who gather with us around the Altar and Pulpit to hear the Word of God. If you are visiting, we are happy that you could join us today. Please sign the guest book in the narthex and fill out one of the pew cards and pass it in with the offering plate to leave a record of your visit.
Communion Statement: By the design and specific warning of our Lord Jesus Christ in His Word, the precious gift of the Lord’s Body and Blood is to be shared with His blessing only with those prepared to take it rightly. (1 Cor 11:23-32) At the first communion our Lord did not commune all believers, but only those who had been instructed by Him daily for three years. The custom of our church is to offer the Sacrament only to confirmed members of The Lutheran Church - Missouri Synod. So that our pastors would faithfully fulfill their obligations, (1 Cor 4:1; Heb 13:17; 1 Cor 11:27), all first-time visitors should speak to one of the pastors prior to communing. Our pastors are eager and available to provide instruction leading to a right and salutary reception our Lord’s holy Body and Blood, so that in the future you may join us in the blessing of this sacrament.

Pilgrim Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Unaltered Augsburg Confession
The Lutheran Church – Missouri Synod
462 Meadowbrook Drive, West Bend, WI 53090
(262) 334-0375 www.pilgrimlutheran-westbend.org