11.2.25 Bulletin & Announcements
- Norman-Davenport Lutheran Parish
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Norman Davenport Lutheran Worship
Believe Sermon Series 7- Humanity
Third Grade Bibles and New Member Sunday
All Saints Service of Remembrance
Sunday, November 2, 2025
Pastor Katie Kringstad
701-429-3374 pastorkatiend@gmail.com
PRELUDE/BELL WELCOME/ANNOUNCEMENTS: P: “The Lord be with you! R: and also, with you
GATHERING
GATHERING SONG: For All The Saints #422 vs 1-2
SHARING OF THE PEACE
PRAYER OF THE DAY:
Let us pray. A brief silence is kept before the prayer.
ALL- Almighty God, you have knit your people together in one communion in the mystical body of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Grant us grace to follow your blessed saints in lives of faith and commitment, and to know the inexpressible joys you have prepared for those who love you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
ALL SAINTS SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE:
Today we remember and renew our communion with all the saints, especially those whom we name before you Charles Nelson, David Christianson, Arlene Haux, Rod Westby, Bonnie Plath, and Hank Trangsrud.
*A candle will be lit and a bell will toll after each name is read. Family and/or friends may stand in memory of their loved one as the candle is lit.
Confession and Forgiveness (ELW p. 94).
LORD’S PRAYER - 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, 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.
Apostle’s creed
CHILDREN’S MOMENT – 3rd Grade Bibles
THIRD GRADE BIBLES
third-grade families would please come forward.
Presider: Today is such an important day for our third graders Maggie McDowell, (Norman) and Salle Odegaard (Davenport)as well as their parents as their parents fulfill the promise made in baptism to place the Holy scriptures in their child’s hands.
Parents if you would please face your child with their Bible in your hands.
This Bible is a gift from your church family here at Norman Lutheran Church-Maggie McDowell. Davenport Lutheran – Salle Odegaard. receive the gift of this Bible so that the story of God and God’s people may be with you at home, church, or wherever you shall choose to carry it. Enjoy reading how God is at work in the world, in nature and in history. Learn about the life and teachings of Jesus. Be open to how God may continue to speak to you through your reading of the scriptures.
Parents, please place your child’s Bible in their hands, then place your hand on their head and let us pray:
Blessed be your name, O Lord our God, you are the fount and source of every blessing! You have revealed yourself to us your children in many and diverse ways. Our memory of your revelation is in the Scriptures that these children hold in their hands. Look with delight upon these beautiful children today as they receive these Bibles to read and remember You in the stories of our salvation. Help them to absorb its wisdom and live its truth. Walk with them and encourage them with the help of the Holy Spirit to use these sacred writings for inspiration, for the increase of faith and devotion, and for the building up of your Kingdom. Through your Word may we each be transformed into the very likeness of Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you forever and ever. Amen.
NEW MEMBER WELCOME –
We are blessed that these wonderful followers of God have found a home here, have heard God call them beloved, and feel beloved by this congregation. Now they seek to deepen their relationship and commitment to this church community.
WELCOMING PRAYER
P: Almighty God, we thank you for the life journey that has brought them here today to join our church, your church Lord. We celebrate the unique impact they will make here and already have made here, through their presence, gifts, and talents. May this congregation offer support in times of trouble and rejoice with them always. May our church home strengthen their faith and deepen their discipleship. All this we pray in Christ’s Holy Name. Amen.
Norman Lutheran Church
· Charles Christianson
· Sandy & Jerome Nipstad
· Caitlin & Eric Pollestad – Turner 2nd grade
· Amanda & Matt Dawson– Lincoln 2nd grade, Harrison 5 years old, Cooper 3 years old
· Amy & Jake Overby- Kolson 7th grade and Eisley 5th grade
We joyfully welcome you into the common life of our church. We promise you our friendship and prayers as we share in the hopes and labors of this church. By the power of the Holy Spirit, may we grow together in faith and be witnesses to the love of God and the peace of Christ.
Pastor: Let us pray, Loving God, give to these your beloved ones-- strength for life’s journey, courage in times of suffering, the comfort of faith, love that cannot die, laughter in the company of friends, and the hope of new life; through Jesus Christ, who makes us one. Amen.
1st Reading: John 3:16
16 For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.
Psalm: Psalm 149
Leader: 1 Hallelujah! Sing to the Lord a new song, God’s praise in the assembly of the faithful. ALL- 2 Let Israel rejoice in their maker; let the children of Zion be joyful in their ruler. Leader- 3 Let them praise their maker’s name with dancing; let them sing praise with tambourine and harp. ALL- 4 For the Lord takes pleasure in the people and adorns the poor with victory. Leader- 5 Let the faithful rejoice in triumph; let them sing for joy on their beds. ALL- 6 Let the praises of God be in their throat and a two-edged sword in their hand, Leader- 7 to wreak vengeance on the nations and punishment on the peoples, ALL- 8 to bind their kings in chains and their nobles with links of iron, Leader- 9 to inflict on them the judgment decreed; this is glory for all God’s faithful ones. Hallelujah!
HYMN OF THE DAY: Lord, whose love in humble service #712 vs 1-2
SERMON: Pastor Katie – Believe – 7 – Humanity READING: Matthew 18:10–14
10 “See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven. [11] 12 “What do you think? If a man owns a hundred sheep, and one of them wanders away, will he not leave the ninety-nine on the hills and go to look for the one that wandered off? 13 And if he finds it, truly I tell you, he is happier about that one sheep than about the ninety-nine that did not wander off. 14 In the same way your Father in heaven is not willing that any of these little ones should perish.
HYMN OF THE DAY: Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service #712 vs 3-4
Prayers of Intercession
Gathered with one voice, we offer our prayers for the church, the world, and all who are in need. A brief silence.
God of all that is, delight in the praises of your people and revive the spirit of your church. Move through us with boldness so that we proclaim the gospel of Christ throughout the world. Renew and revive pastors, deacons, and lay leaders. Hear us, O God. ALL- Your mercy is great.
God of the beginning, give us the courage to advocate for environmental policy that will ensure a viable future for generations to come. Restore desolate places to health and flourishing. Hear us, O God. ALL- Your mercy is great.
God of all our days, guide the leaders of governments, nations, municipalities, and all those seeking office. Accompany election officials and volunteers. Dismantle injustice and oppression wherever it is found. Hear us, O God. ALL- Your mercy is great.
God of comfort in troubled times, we pray for those in need of protection and care. Trusting that you are constant in mercy, protect those who seek safety and solace. Hear us, O God. ALL- Your mercy is great.
God of what is yet to come, encourage and inspire those who give their time, talent, and treasure in service to your church. By their commitment, further the work of ministry in this place and uplift your gospel. Hear us, O God. ALL- Your mercy is great.
God of time and space, we give thanks for the faithful departed. Sustain us in hope of our eternal unity in Christ. Hear us, O God. ALL- Your mercy is great.
We offer these and all our prayers to you, O God, trusting in your grace and unyielding love; through Jesus Christ, our Lord. Amen.
OFFERING SONG: What A Friend We Have In Jesus #742
OFFERING PRAYER: (unison)
ALL- Blessed are you, O God, maker of all things. Through your goodness you have blessed us with these gifts: our selves, our time, and our possessions. Use us, and what we have gathered, in feeding the world with your love, through the one who gave himself for us, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.Amen.
Blessing The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord’s face shine upon and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favor and ☩ give you peace. In the name of the Father, Son & Holy Spirit. Amen.
SENDING SONG: For All The Saints #422 vs 3-4
DISMISSAL: P: Go in Peace and serve the Lord R: Thanks be to God
POSTLUDE
Welcome to our new members today! We are glad you are here!
Congratulations to our third-grade youth- Maggie McDowell & Salle Odegaard for receiving your Bibles today!
Today, we remember All the Saints that have gone before us, God Bless!
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PRAYER REQUESTS- Polly Roe, prayers for Pastor Katie’s grandmother, family & friends of Charles Nelson, family & friend of Hank Trangsrud, family & friends of Dave Christianson, family & friends of Arlene Haux, Linda Haugen, Matt Lunde, Garritt Lunde, Wyatt Simley & Family, Joan Pratt, Camden Anderson & family, Jorgene Alsager, Carol Malone, Garret Fenner & family, Trudy Torgerson, Tanya Ausk, and Erickson family. Please pray for our elders. Pray for all that are affected by the government shutdown.
Thank you to everyone for helping, cooking, preparing, decorating trunks, donating items, and attending our Fall Festival! It was a beautiful weather day and a wonderful event! Much fun was had!
ANNOUNCEMENTS- November Worship times-
Norman church 9:00am Davenport church 11:00am. All are welcome to either service!
Confirmation class- Wednesdays 7th & 8th grade- 6:30pm-7:15pm at Norman Church
Sunday School- during worship. Kids will start in worship and be dismissed following children’s moment.
*THIS MONDAY- Believe: Norman Faith & Fellowship Night - Gather with Norman members every Monday night through Nov 24th, 7–8 PM sharp, at the Westby farm (4999 168th Ave SE, Kindred)! This informal, come-as-you-are evening will preview each week’s “Believe” Bible sermon series by Randy Frazee which Pastor Katie is currently preaching on. Men, women, kids…all ages and members are welcome! Kids’ activities provided; light snacks and drinks too. No pressure, no prep, no weekly commitment…come when you can! When you arrive, meet in the white shop northeast of the white house. Questions? 701-367-5354 (Andy) or 701-730-0779 (Erin). We hope to see you there!
*TODAY- KLC Ham Dinner served from 11am-1pm
*TODAY- Nov 2- Norman & Davenport Youth grades 6-12 Service Day- raking in the Kindred community for 6-8 grade and youth in 9-12 grade will trick or treat in Davenport & Newport Ridge area (Kindred) for canned food donations for the local food pantry. Pizza & bonfire at Norman church following. Meet at Norman church at 2pm. Done by 5pm!
*Nov 2- FCA Fields of Faith- Change the Culture at KHS Gym. Doors open at 6:15pm Event starts at 7:00pm. Guest Speaker- NDSU Bison player Logan Kopp. Event open to the public. Please let your high school youth know of this wonderful event also.
*NEXT SUNDAY- Nov 9th- Veterans & their families and all community members are welcome to join our 11am worship service at Davenport Church on Sunday, Nov 9th. This service is a way for us to say thank you through music, readings and prayers. We will have a guest speaker and fellowship following with a soup & sandwich lunch. All are welcome!! See flyer below
*KAMA Thanksgiving basket items for Davenport and Norman churches- each church is to bring 20 gravy packets and 20 cans of mandarin oranges. (40 total of each). KAMA basket will be set up in the entryway. Monetary donations are being accepted for the purchase of turkeys for the baskets. Norman members there is a sign-up link on ndparish.net
*Sunday, Nov 16th our 9-12 grade youth will be attending Worship at NDSU Crossroads Campus and serving a meal to the NDSU students. This is a great event and would love to have our high school students join us. More information and signup for meal items to come.
*Kindred Area Senior Meal- Kindred Lutheran Church sponsors a Community Senior meal once a month on the third Monday. November meal is scheduled for November 17th at 11:45 at Kindred Lutheran. Please contact Leah at KLC to reserve a meal by Thursday, November 13th at 428-3630. Suggested freewill of $4.
** Community Opportunities- WALK IN FAITH- winter gloves/mittens for men & women and hats
The Kindred Area Food Pantry- Pantry open Tuesday for pickup noon-5pm Drop-off items Mon -Th 9 to 4 or bring to our churches. November donations for our Parish- Dinner items (items such as- canned meaty soup like Progresso, beef stew, Spaghetti O’s, Hormel Complete Meals)
Community Closet open Tuesdays - 12-5pm at Calvary United Methodist Church in Kindred. November donations for our Parish- Clorox wipes
Viking Village- November donations for our Parish- beef sticks
Bone Builders - Davenport Mon & Thurs 9:30-10:30 at old school Kindred- Mon & Fri 10:30-11:30 @ City Hall
AA Meeting Monday 7pm @ Norman Go to ndparish.net to volunteer treats for the meetings.
Nov 22- Chili Cook-off @ Leonard Senior Center- free-will donation, Contestants must be entered by 11am to be judged. Eat at 12pm.
Dec 14- Nome Schoolhouse Dinner Concert 2pm. Tickets on sale Nov 1st.
December 18th- Night at the Game (More info to come)
PARISH YOUTH WREATH FUNDRAISER-
We are taking orders for the wreaths now!
They are beautiful, locally handmade 24inch round wreaths. They come decorated with a bow and a few pinecones. There are order forms in the entryway of the churches. You can pay by cash, check or Venmo. For checks, please make them payable to ND Parish Youth. For Venmo, please note "wreaths" on the memo line. You can mail payments to PO Box 96 Kindred, ND or leave them at the church in the basket labeled wreath sales. This year we have also added a Google doc link to order if you would like.
We will be taking orders until Sunday, November 9th. The wreaths will be delivered the week of Thanksgiving. Please feel free to share this with your family, friends and neighbors!
If you have any questions, normandavenportparish@hotmail.com, joanlpratt3@gmail.com or text 701.866.4923
The FM Opera presents AMAHL and the Night Visitors in collaboration with the Kindred Area Arts Partnership-
We are excited to announce a collaboration with the Fargo-Moorhead Opera for "Amahl and the Night Visitors!" This performance will feature our own Kindred High School choir students under direction of Teresa Roesler and includes an opening performance by the Kindred Show Choir and lobby music by the Kindred Jazz Band.
Join us December 3 in the Kindred Performing Arts Center for this special Christmas show. "Amahl and the Night Visitors" is a 50 minute opera, where the three wise men visit a small boy in the town of Bethlehem. Amahl was the first opera specifically composed for television and the first network television Christmas special to become an annual tradition.
Enjoy treats after the program in the lobby hosted by the KAMA (Kindred Area Ministerial Association). •
Tickets are on sale now at https://www.kindredkaap.org/event.../amahl-with-fm-opera or kindredKAAP.org. Tickets are $20 for adults and students 18 and under are free.
Are you interested in sponsoring this event to support our students? Six sponsorships are available for $250 and include two preferred seating reserved seats and your name in program and marketing materials. Contact us at kindred.kaap@gmail.com if you'd like to be a sponsor!
KAAP presents to us- A Magical Medora Christmas coming to the Kindred Performing Arts Center on Wednesday, December 17th, 2025 @7:30pm. Tickets are available at kindredkaap.org
