FREEDOM. Free from Fear

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1 FREEDOM Free from Fear Sunday, August 13, 2017

2 Welcome to Worship at St. Andrew s Wherever you find yourself on your journey of faith, you are welcome at St. Andrew s. Our mission is to Proclaim Jesus Christ, Live in Christ, Serve! To learn more, we invite you to the Hospitality Desk in the Atrium for materials describing activities and events, as well as to the St. Andrew s website (saintandrews.org). Please join us for fellowship after the service. Listening devices and LARGE PRINT bulletins are available at the door. Please ask an usher. Children of all ages are welcome in worship. Childcare is available in the Infant and Toddler Rooms. If you have children who become restless, you may view the service with televisions in the Atrium, Library and Infant Room. We invite you to fill out and put on a name tag which can be found in the pew rack in front of you. Prelude Your Best Is Yet to Come Hymn This Little Light of Mine Music - Louis Armstrong; Words - Tom Andrews Band sings verses Congregation Chorus: This little light of mine, I m gonna let it shine This little light of mine, I m gonna let it shine This little light of mine, I m gonna let it shine Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine. We gather in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen Confession and Forgiveness (Time of Silence) People of God, in Christ we have been set free. However, we often engage in slavery to our sin again and again. We have been promised in Scripture that God has set us free in Christ Jesus so that we do not have to submit to the yoke of slavery. Let us take a moment of silence to return our hearts to God, who is full of mercy and abounding in steadfast love. 2

3 Gracious God, we come back to you to be forgiven. We have broken lives that need mending. We have ignored the poor, refused to forgive, and have turned our backs on you. We have used our freedom for self-indulgence, and used our words to hurt and destroy. Gracious God, turn our hearts to you and to the world you so deeply love. We ask this in the name of your Son, our Savior and Lord, Jesus Christ. Anthem How Great Thou Art The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you. Prayer of the Day Faithful God, fear is deadly to our faith. We become frozen and paralyzed by its threats and whispers. However, your promise of abundant life sets us free. Cast out fear and sustain our faith so we may participate in the freedom from fear that comes from your Holy Spirit. Amen Lesson 1 John 4:16b-19 God is love, and those who abide in love abide in God, and God abides in them. Love has been perfected among us in this: that we may have boldness on the day of judgment, because as he is, so are we in this world. There is no fear in love, but perfect love casts out fear; for fear has to do with punishment, and whoever fears has not reached perfection in love. We love because he first loved us. WE INVITE CHILDREN TO DOCK AT THIS TIME Please make sure your child is wearing a nametag with name and grade level. ************* See FRONT OF INSERT for Pickup Locations ************** Anthem Love Lifted Me 3

4 Psalm 27:1-3, 6 Read in unison The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? When evildoers assail me to devour my flesh, my adversaries and foes, they shall stumble and fall. Now my head is lifted up above my enemies all around me, and I will offer in his tent sacrifices with shouts of joy; I will sing and make melody to the Lord. Holy Gospel John 14:25-27 (spoken) Glory to you, O Lord. Jesus said to them, I have said these things to you while I am still with you. But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything, and remind you of all that I have said to you. Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid. (spoken) Praise to you, O Christ. Apostles Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended into hell. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again 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 4

5 Anthem Sweet, Sweet, Spirit Sermon Free from Fear Offering What a Friend We Have in Jesus Pastor Michael D. Carlson Band will sing first verse Congregation: Have we trials and temptations? Is there trouble anywhere? We should never be discouraged Take it to the Lord in prayer Can we find a friend so faithful Who will all our sorrows share? Jesus knows our every weakness Take it to the Lord in prayer. Prayers of the Church Words of Institution for the Sacrament of Holy Communion The 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 We believe that Jesus Christ is truly present in the bread and wine and grants us the gift of God s grace and forgiveness. All are welcome to receive this gift. White grape juice is available upon request. Gluten-free wafers are available at all stations at the front of the Sanctuary. 5

6 Communion Music Please refrain from applause during and following Holy Communion. Post-Communion Blessing The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. Amen Post-Communion Prayer God of promise, your Word, Christ Jesus, casts out fear. In this meal we have participated in the saving act of faith. May we come from this table bound together as your people who stand in opposition to all things that tear down and destroy. May we stand in solidarity with all that builds up and gives life. Amen Benediction The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace. In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen (spoken) Hymn When the Saints Go Marching in Congregation Chorus: Oh, when the saints go marching in Lord, I want to be in that number, when the saints go marching in. Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. Postlude By and By 6

7 Please let our Hospitality Desk staff know if you would like a pastor to pray with you following worship. Today s Music : In 1984, the band started playing Dixieland church services for their own churches. Over the past 30 years they have regularly provided this musical ministry involving over 40 Sundays each year. Their mission is to Make a Joyful Noise Unto the Lord, and their music provides an uplifting experience for both the musicians and the congregation. The musicians in the : Russ Peterson - Trumpet/Trombone/Clarinet/Vocal Tom Andrews - Drums/Clarinet Jim ten Bensel - Trombone/Cornet/Clarinet/Vocal Fred Richardson - Clarinet/Vocal Steve Pikal - Bass/Trombone Dick Petersen - Banjo/Guitar Next Sunday Sermon Free to Give Scripture Romans 12:9-13; Psalm 105:1-6; Luke 6:37, 38 Music St. Andrew s Summer Choir; Charles Gray family Charles Gray, the conductor of our St. Andrew s orchestra and professor of violin at St. Olaf College, will perform with his family; Deonne-violin, Cameron-cello, Brynne-violin and Kylie-flute. They will play music by Bach and will accompany the St. Andrew s Choir. Upcoming Sunday Music in the Sanctuary Aug. 27 Four Givin Men s Quartet; Matthew Dietrich, violin Sept. 3 Jeremy Johnston, marimba, and Kristi Ames, vocalist 7

8 Mike Carlson Lead Pastor Sarah Breckenridge Executive Pastor John Straiton Discipleship Pastor Brian Norsman Pastor of Outreach and Mission Kyle Jackson Pastor of Congregational Care Erin Morris Deacon St. Andrew s Worship Times Traditional Worship Sunday 9 & 10:30 a.m. Sanctuary Contemporary Worship Saturday 5 p.m. Great Hall Sunday 9:30 a.m. Great Hall First Wednesday Worship First Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. Sanctuary Nursery at all services. Worship at St. Andrew s Village Sunday 1 p.m Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi MN

FREEDOM. Free to Give

FREEDOM. Free to Give FREEDOM Free to Give Sunday, August 20, 2017 Welcome to Worship at St. Andrew s Wherever you find yourself on your journey of faith, you are welcome at St. Andrew s. Our mission is to Proclaim Jesus Christ,