Author: Julie Raffa

Introit Psalm 103:20–22; antiphon: v. 1
Bless the Lord, | O my soul,* and all that is within me, bless his | holy name! Bless the Lord, O you his | angels,* you mighty ones who do his word, obeying the voice | of his word! Bless the Lord, | all his hosts,* his ministers, who | do his will! Bless the Lord, all his works, in all places of his do- | minion.* Bless the Lord, | O my soul! 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. Bless the Lord, | O my soul,* and all that is within me, bless his | holy name!
Collect of the Day
Everlasting God, You have ordained and constituted the service of angels and men in a wonderful order. Mercifully grant that, as Your holy angels always serve and worship You in heaven, so by Your appointment they may also help and defend us here on earth; through Your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.
Old Testament Reading Daniel 10:10–14; 12:1–3
10And behold, a hand touched me and set me trembling on my hands and knees. 11And he said to me, “O Daniel, man greatly loved, understand the words that I speak to you, and stand upright, for now I have been sent to you.” And when he had spoken this word to me, I stood up trembling. 12Then he said to me, “Fear not, Daniel, for from the first day that you set your heart to understand and humbled yourself before your God, your words have been heard, and I have come because of your words. 13The prince of the kingdom of Persia withstood me twenty-one days, but Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me, for I was left there with the kings of Persia, 14and came to make you understand what is to happen to your people in the latter days. For the vision is for days yet to come. . . .”
1“At that time shall arise Michael, the great prince who has charge of your people. And there shall be a time of trouble, such as never has been since there was a nation till that time. But at that time your people shall be delivered, everyone whose name shall be found written in the book. 2And many of those who sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt. 3And those who are wise shall shine like the brightness of the sky above; and those who turn many to righteousness, like the stars forever and ever.”
Gradual Psalm 91:11; 103:1
He will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy name!
Epistle Revelation 12:7–12
7Now war arose in heaven, Michael and his angels fighting against the dragon. And the dragon and his angels fought back, 8but he was defeated and there was no longer any place for them in heaven. 9And the great dragon was thrown down, that ancient serpent, who is called the devil and Satan, the deceiver of the whole world—he was thrown down to the earth, and his angels were thrown down with him. 10And I heard a loud voice in heaven, saying, “Now the salvation and the power and the kingdom of our God and the authority of his Christ have come, for the accuser of our brothers has been thrown down, who accuses them day and night before our God. 11And they have conquered him by the blood of the Lamb and by the word of their testimony, for they loved not their lives even unto death. 12Therefore, rejoice, O heavens and you who dwell in them! But woe to you, O earth and sea, for the devil has come down to you in great wrath, because he knows that his time is short!”
Holy Gospel Matthew 18:1–11
1At that time the disciples came to Jesus, saying, “Who is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven?” 2And calling to him a child, he put him in the midst of them 3and said, “Truly, I say to you, unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven. 4Whoever humbles himself like this child is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.
5“Whoever receives one such child in my name receives me, 6but whoever causes one of these little ones who believe in me to sin, it would be better for him to have a great millstone fastened around his neck and to be drowned in the depth of the sea.
7“Woe to the world for temptations to sin! For it is necessary that temptations come, but woe to the one by whom the temptation comes! 8And if your hand or your foot causes you to sin, cut it off and throw it away. It is better for you to enter life crippled or lame than with two hands or two feet to be thrown into the eternal fire. 9And if your eye causes you to sin, tear it out and throw it away. It is better for you to enter life with one eye than with two eyes to be thrown into the hell of fire.
10“See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that in heaven their angels always see the face of my Father who is in heaven. 11For the Son of Man came to save the lost.”
Announcements
Life Chain: Will be today (October 2)from 2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. on the corner of Main Street and Paradise in West Bend.
Photographs: The Photos that were taken are in. If you had a smaller order you may pick up your photos in the Narthex. If you ordered a larger package they will be shipped directly to you.
Serve Safely-Concealed Carry Class will be held on Saturday, October 8 from 10:00 –2:00 p.m. the cost for the class is $75.00. There is a sign up sheet in the Narthex.
Fall Clean - Up is scheduled for Saturday, October 15 at 9:00 a.m. with a Rain Date of October 22 at 9:00 a.m. #1 on the to do list is Landscaping projects. We would appreciate Young strong hands that are wiling to help out.
Talk to a Trustee if you can help out.
Luther Hostel - This years theme is Christian Worship: The Faithful Reception of God’s Gifts. Dates are November 2-4, 2022. The cost is $200.00 (includes all meals). Speakers include and not limited to: Dr. Benjamin Mayes, Dr. Paul Grime, Dr. Willian Weinrich, Dr. David Scaer, and Dr. Todd Peperkorn. Last year Pr. Raffa took a small group from Pilgrim and stayed in campus housing which is only $30.00 a night. To see the schedule and more go online to ctsfw.edu/LutherHostel If you are interested in going, please contact Pr. Raffa as soon as possible.
And It Was Very Good! The best foundation for Families today:
Classical Lutheran Education, Saturday, October 8, 2022 Peace Lutheran Church Sussex, WI
“Then God saw everything He made, and indeed it was very good.”
Have you ever wondered: “What is classical Lutheran education?”
Come hear classical Lutheran Educators define their craft:
Pastor Brandon Koble Pastor Stephen Kieser
Trinity Classical Lutheran HS Faith Lutheran School
West Allis, WI Plano Texas
If you love learning about Lutheran Theology and education, Join us on Saturday, October 8 (9:30 am—3:30 pm) Please RSVP so we can get a head count for lunch. Admission is $5 at the door.
Pastor Christiansen prchristiansen@peacesussex.org
Peace Lutheran Church 262-246-3200
Sussex, Wisconsin office @peacesussex.org
Cable Worship Schedule Pilgrim’s Sunday 8:00 a.m. Divine Service is broadcast on WB 987 and AT&T Uverse 99 multiple times during the week: Sundays: 6:00 a.m. Mondays: 4:00 p.m. Tuesdays: 11:30 a.m. Wednesdays: 9:00 a.m. Wednesdays: 4:00 p.m. Bible Study, Thursdays: 4:00 p.m. This service is also live streamed and archived on the church’s YouTube channel:
Pilgrim Lutheran Church- West Bend, WI

St. Michael and All Angels
Divine Service
Lutheran Service Book: Page:
Liturgy: Setting 1 Nicene Creed 151
Hymn of Praise: Gloria in Excelsis 154
Hymns:
Stars of the Morning, So Gloriously 520
Lord God, to Thee We Give All Praise 522
Communion Hymns:
Christ, the Lord of Hosts, Unshaken 521
Children of the Heavenly Father 725
Behold a Host, Arrayed in White 676
All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name 549
Sing My Tongue, the Glorious Battle 549
Scripture Readings:
Old Testament: Daniel 10:10-14;12:1-3
Epistle: Revelation 12:7-12
Gospel: Matthew 18:1-11
X X X
In our prayers, we remember:
X all who live under the flag of our nation,
X our government and judicial officials,
X law enforcement officers, military personnel, and their families,
X those struggling with health issues:
June Fry, Dave Olson, Loretta Waechter, Dave Gronowski, Joyce Virchow, Jerry Sullivan, Russell & Jeanette Guillaume, Richard Lewandowski, Mark Selzler, Ethan Tinlin, Sheryl Pajewski, Paul Lierman, Judy Clark Louise Kreis, Betty Steely, Inez Schwoch, Ruth Mertz, Elaine Kuenzel, Diane Behrens
X pastors, missionaries, and those who serve God’s people with the gifts of Christ,
X Christians persecuted for the confession of the faith, and especially we remember
X all who have forsaken the faith, that they may be restored to gladness of heart and be made wise to salvation through faith in Jesus Christ.
X X X
Preacher: Rev. Joseph Fisher
Liturgist: Rev. Christopher Raffa
Elder: Patrick S., Ron K., Dan S.
Cantor: Sam Boehlke
Organist: Ben Grosskreuz

Coming Up at Pilgrim
Saturday, October 1:
7:00 a.m. Men’s Breakfast & Bible Study
Sunday, October 2:
8:00 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Divine Service
9:15 a.m. Sunday School: Enduring Faith
9:30 a.m. Adult Class: Small Catechism
12:30 p.m. Bible Study: 2nd Samuel
Monday, October 3:
6:30 p.m. Board of Elders meeting
Tuesday, October 4:
2:00 p.m. Chapel @ Auxiliary Court
Wednesday, October 5:
4:00 p.m. Youth Catechesis
6:30 p.m. Adult Class: Lutheran Difference
Thursday, October 6:
9:00 a.m. Adult Class: 1st Samuel
7:00 p.m. Divine Service
Friday, October 7: Office Closed
Saturday, September 8
9:00 a.m. Serve Safely: concealed Carry Class
Saturday, October 15:
Rain date of October 22:
9:00 a.m. Fall Clean up- #1 on the list is Landscaping projects, young strong and willing hands needed
Sunday, October 30:
12:00 p.m. Fall Voters Assembly

St. Michael and All Angels
September 29 - October 2, 2022
11For the Son of Man came to save the lost.”
Matthew 18:11
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