9.14.25 Bulletin & Announcements
- Norman-Davenport Lutheran Parish
- Sep 16
- 7 min read
Norman Davenport Lutheran Parish
Rally Sunday and Introduction to Believe
Norman Church Family Faith Day
Sunday, September 14th 2025
Pastor Katie Kringstad pastorkatiend@gmail.com
701-429-3374
PRELUDE/BELL
WELCOME P: “The Lord be with you! R: And also, with you! GATHERING/ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Gathering Song This Little Light of Mine (ELW 677)
Peace Confession and Forgiveness (ELW p. 94).
Prayer OF THE DAY (UNISON)
Let us pray. A brief silence is kept before the prayer. ALL- Gracious God, We thank You for gathering us together on this Rally Sunday. Bless our worship, our learning, and our fellowship as we begin this new season of ministry. Fill us with Your Spirit, guide our hearts to grow in faith, and send us out to share Your love with the world. In Jesus’ name we pray, Amen.
HOLY COMMUNION
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.
CHILDREN’S MOMENT -
READING: John 13:34
“As I have loved you, so you must love one another.”
PSALM: Psalm 136:1
“Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good. His love endures forever.”
HYMN OF THE DAY: Jesus Shall Reign (ELW 434) VS 1-3
Gospel: Mark 9:14-29
14 When they came to the other disciples, they saw a large crowd around them and the teachers of the law arguing with them. 15 As soon as all the people saw Jesus, they were overwhelmed with wonder and ran to greet him. 16 “What are you arguing with them about?” he asked.
17 A man in the crowd answered, “Teacher, I brought you my son, who is possessed by a spirit that has robbed him of speech. 18 Whenever it seizes him, it throws him to the ground. He foams at the mouth, gnashes his teeth and becomes rigid. I asked your disciples to drive out the spirit, but they could not.”
19 “You unbelieving generation,” Jesus replied, “how long shall I stay with you? How long shall I put up with you? Bring the boy to me.”
20 So they brought him. When the spirit saw Jesus, it immediately threw the boy into a convulsion. He fell to the ground and rolled around, foaming at the mouth.
21 Jesus asked the boy’s father, “How long has he been like this?”
“From childhood,” he answered. 22 “It has often thrown him into fire or water to kill him. But if you can do anything, take pity on us and help us.”
23 “‘If you can’?” said Jesus. “Everything is possible for one who believes.”
24 Immediately the boy’s father exclaimed, “I do believe; help me overcome my unbelief!”
25 When Jesus saw that a crowd was running to the scene, he rebuked the impure spirit. “You deaf and mute spirit,” he said, “I command you, come out of him and never enter him again.”
26 The spirit shrieked, convulsed him violently and came out. The boy looked so much like a corpse that many said, “He’s dead.” 27 But Jesus took him by the hand and lifted him to his feet, and he stood up.
28 After Jesus had gone indoors, his disciples asked him privately, “Why couldn’t we drive it out?”
29 He replied, “This kind can come out only by prayer.”
Sermon Pastor Katie – Introduction to Believe
Hymn of the Day: Jesus Shall Reign (ELW 434) VS 4-5
APostles’ creed
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord,
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried;
he descended to the dead.*
On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven,
he is seated at the right hand of the Father,
and he will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church,
the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.
Offering SONG: Jesus Loves Me #595
Offering Prayer (unison)
ALL- Let us pray, Blessed are you, O God, maker of all things. Through your goodness, you have blessed us with these gifts: ourselves, 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.
Sending God blesses us and sends us in mission to the world.
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: What a Fellowship, What a Joy Divine (ELW 774)
Dismissal Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God.
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PRAYER REQUESTS- 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, Polly Roe, Carol Malone, Garret Fenner & family, Trudy Torgerson, Tanya Ausk, and Erickson family. Please pray for our elders.
Our thoughts and prayers to the family and friends of Hank Trangsrud. Hank has been a longtime member of Norman Lutheran Church. He passed away Saturday, September 6th, 2025 at their Arizona home. If you look around Norman fellowship hall and the outside yard, you will see the talent and dedication Hank had to Norman Lutheran in his woodwork. A service for Hank will be held in Arizona. Joyce and family, may the Lord wrap His arms around you and comfort you. I am enclosing their address if you would like to send your condolences to Joyce and family, Joyce Trangsrud 19303 N. New Tradition Rd. #355 Sun City, AZ 85375
Today, we welcome through Holy Baptism to Davenport Lutheran, Walker Busche. Walker was born October 12, 2024 to his parents, Taylor & Taylor Busche. His baptismal sponsors are Harley Ptacek and Seth Moderow. Welcome Walker! Jesus Loves You!
ANNOUNCEMENTS-
September 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 and 9th grade 7:30-8:15 at Norman Church
Sunday School- during worship. Kids will start in worship and be dismissed following children’s moment.
Welcome to Rally Sunday!! The term “rally” itself means to call together for a common purpose and to renew energy and enthusiasm. It is a day for the congregation to come together to “rally around the Word of God” and ministry activities. It is a time to “rally” the congregation, bringing members back together for fellowship, renewed commitment to faith, and a fresh start to the church year!
*TODAY- Norman Lutheran Church Presents: A Church Family Faith Day “Love Like Jesus” A one day Intergenerational VBS experience. Welcome & Worship, Activities & Service projects for all ages, & Fellowship. Join us today!!
*TONIGHT- Sunday, September 14th – Youth group advisor meeting 6:30pm at Norman church.
*Believe: Norman Faith & Fellowship Night - Gather with Norman members Mondays, Sept 15th 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 begins preaching on Sept 21st. 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: Ladies meet in the house (white home at the west end of the driveway); men & kids meet in the shop (white building NE of the house). Questions? 701-367-5354 (Andy) or 701-730-0779 (Erin). We hope to see you there!
*Newsletter information, articles, photos due by September 20th to ndparishnews@gmail.com
Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 21st for Blessing of the Animal Service at Davenport church. More info to follow. *Note- this year, instead of the traditional meal following the Animal service- we will have treats and I encourage you to support the St. Ben’s famous annual ham dinner serving 12-2.
*Sunday, September 21st - Connect & Serve exec fall planning meeting 10am at Norman church
*2025 Fall Youth Retreat September 26-28 at Castaway Club for grades 6-9. Please contact Pastor Katie if your youth is interested in going. Norman Foundation scholarship available to help with camp fees.
*Saturday, October 4th funeral service for our friend Dave Christianson. Visitation begins at 1:00pm and service at 2:00pm.
*Parish Council meeting Sunday, October 5th at 7pm at Davenport Church
*Canaan Moravian Church, Davenport, ND Annual Turkey Supper. Sunday, October 12th 4-7pm Dinner $17 To-Go-Only. Order your tickets online.
*Norman Davenport women will be hosting their annual Tablefest on Saturday, October 18. If you are interested in hosting a table, contact Elaine Swenson or Nancy Ebens. A table host will decorate a table in a theme of her choice and may invite guests to fill her table. There will be lunch, raffle prizes and a speaker. Donations of prizes for the raffle will be greatly appreciated!!
*Confirmation Sunday- October 26th at both Norman and Davenport services.
*Norman Davenport Fall Festival Wednesday, October 29th 6:00-7:30pm at Norman church. Food, fun, fellowship, trunk or treating and games! We are looking for game prizes if you would like to help us out… 80 bottles for the bottle walk game, 6 dozen cupcakes for the cupcake walk and 40 books for the book walk.
** Community Outreach Opportunities-
WALK IN FAITH- winter gloves/mittens for men & women and liquid laundry soap
The Kindred Area Food Pantry- items in need- Items needed are cereal, canned chicken, spam, and snack items. Thank you. You can also venmo @kindredfoodpantry to help out. Thank you so much!! Open Tuesday 12- 5pm
Community Closet open Tuesdays - 12-5pm at Calvary United Methodist Church in Kindred.
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.
*Today is our introduction to our fall sermon series “Believe” We will begin next Sunday, September 21st the sermons during both worship services. All are welcome!!
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