4842 Nicollet Avenue South Minneapolis, Minnesota A vibrant community living faith boldly through Welcoming, Worshiping, Healing, and Serving

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1 WORSHIPING Gathering together in prayer and praise Nicollet Avenue South Minneapolis, Minnesota Fueled by Christ s redeeming love, St. John s is called into a joyful life of welcoming hospitality, grace-filled worship, transformational relationships, and Gospel-driven service in the world. St. John s is an RIC Congregation. A vibrant community living faith boldly through Welcoming, Worshiping, Healing, and Serving Fourth Sunday After Epiphany February 3, 2019 Prelude Dear Lord and Father of Mankind Charles Callahan Welcome Opening Hymn Son of God, Eternal Savior ELW 655 Greeting The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you. Confession and Forgiveness Blessed be the Holy Trinity, one God, who creates and forms us, who redeems us and calls us, who unites us and sends us. Amen. Gathered in God s presence, let us confess our sin.. Silence for reflection and self-examination Mighty and loving God, we confess that we are captive to sin and cannot free ourselves. We seek our own way. We divide the body of Christ. In your mercy, cleanse us and heal us. Let the words of our mouths, the thoughts of our hearts, and everything that we do be filled with faith, hope, and love. Amen. Hear the voice of Jesus: The Spirit of the Lord is upon me to proclaim release to the captives. In the name of Jesus Christ, I proclaim to you that your sins are forgiven and you are released. The joy of the Lord is your strength, and the gifts of the Holy Spirit are yours forever. Amen.

2 WELCOME! God is here for you. Hymn of Praise Verses 1 & 4 If you have a prayer of celebration or concern that you would like included in the prayers, please complete the white card located in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate during the offering. FRIENDS Welcome! Thank you for worshiping at St. John s today. You are welcome to participate in every part of the worship service, including Holy Communion. You re also welcome to fill out a white Fellowship Card in your pew rack and place it in the offering plate. Prayer of the Day Almighty and ever-living God, increase in us the gifts of faith, hope, and love; and that we may obtain what you promise, make us love what you command, through your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

3 A Word for Children Amy Mihelich Children are welcome to worship in their seats with you or go to the nursery with a Nursery Attendant. Nursery care is offered for children up to age 6. Activity bags are available in the narthex (entry). Today s Nursery Attendants are: Dustin Olson Emma Hurbanis The Nursery is located at the end of the hall to the right of the front of the sanctuary. First Reading: Jeremiah 1:4-10 Pew Bible p. 609 Holy Wisdom. Holy Word. Thanks be to God. Second Reading: Psalm 71:1-6 (read responsively) In you, O LORD, I take refuge; let me never be put to shame. In your righteousness deliver me and rescue me; incline your ear to me and save me. Be to me a rock of refuge, a strong fortress, to save me, for you are my rock and my fortress. Rescue me, O my God, from the hand of the wicked, from the grasp of the unjust and cruel. For you, O LORD, are my hope, my trust, O LORD, from my youth. Upon you I have leaned from my birth; it was you who took me from my mother's womb. My praise is continually of you. Third Reading: 1 Corinthians 13:1-13 Pew Bible p. 934 Holy Wisdom. Holy Word. Thanks be to God. Gospel Acclamation (please stand as able) Readings next Sunday: Isaiah 6:1-8 [9-13] Psalm Corinthians 15:1-11 Luke 5:1-11

4 Gospel Reading: Luke 4:21-30 The Holy Gospel according to St. Luke, the fourth chapter. Glory to you, O Lord. Then [Jesus] began to say to [all in the synagogue in Nazareth], "Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing." All spoke well of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from his mouth. They said, "Is not this Joseph's son?" He said to them, "Doubtless you will quote to me this proverb, 'Doctor, cure yourself!' And you will say, 'Do here also in your hometown the things that we have heard you did at Capernaum.'" And he said, "Truly I tell you, no prophet is accepted in the prophet's hometown. But the truth is, there were many widows in Israel in the time of Elijah, when the heaven was shut up three years and six months, and there was a severe famine over all the land; yet Elijah was sent to none of them except to a widow at Zarephath in Sidon. There were also many lepers in Israel in the time of the prophet Elisha, and none of them was cleansed except Naaman the Syrian." When they heard this, all in the synagogue were filled with rage. They got up, drove him out of the town, and led him to the brow of the hill on which their town was built, so that they might hurl him off the cliff. But he passed through the midst of them and went on his way. The Good News, given for you. Praise to you, O Christ. Sermon Pastor Mark Hymn of the Day He Comes to us as One Unknown ELW 737 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.

5 Those in our prayers today: A Year of Margaret Thompson Jane McDonald Sara May Reinecke Norleen Schmidt Bruce Walker Margery Arens Diane Shea Susan Morton Rhonda Stanley Gudrun Harstad Amy Arens Susan Stagg Sharon Kunz Nancy Hacker Debra Jacobs Joe Gerken Dharampaul Kevin Ditlevson Violet Raymond Sandy Rader Kevin Shannon Gary McAllister Taichi Chen The family of Barbara Vieburg Prayers of the Church Lord, in your mercy, Hear our prayer. When prompted, you are invited to add names of your choosing, either silently or aloud, to our prayers this morning. Sharing of the Peace The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. Offering Special Music Brighter than the Sun Makeever arr. Phil Kadidlo Offering Hymn Flowers today are given by Deborah Dunham in loving memory of my very dear father, John Otto. The Offering is an important part of Christian worship; a moment when we share God s abundance by giving back to God what God has first given to us: our selves, time, talents, and finances. Thank you for all the ways you live by God s grace, sharing from what you have to empower the mission and ministry to which God has called us as St. John s Lutheran Church. Offering Prayer 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.

6 About communion: All are welcome to commune at St. John s. If your child does not yet commune, you are welcome to bring them forward to receive a blessing from Pastor Mark. Communion will be served from the kneelers at the front of the sanctuary. Greeters will direct you forward for distribution. You will receive the host to eat and then wine (red) or juice (white) from an individual communion cup. Gluten-free wafers are available. Please indicate your need to the server. The ingredients for our communion bread are: whole wheat flour, white flour, salt, baking powder, oil, water, molasses & honey. Please inform the greeters if you need special assistance, and communion will be brought to you. The Great Thanksgiving The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. The Words of Institution The Lord s Prayer Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen. Invitation to Communion Come to the table. Feast on God s abundant life for you. Lamb of God Communion Hymn Although I Speak with Angel s Tongue ELW 644 Post Communion Blessing Prayer after Communion Let us pray. We thank you, O God, that you have fed us at your banqueting table with bread and wine beyond compare, the very life of Christ for us. Send your Spirit with us now, that we may set the captive free, use your gifts to build one another up, and in everything reflect your glory revealed in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

7 WORSHIP LEADERS Presiding Minister: Pastor Mark Tiede Assisting Minister: Megan Myhre Grace CYF Leader: Amy Mihelich Worship & Music: Samuel Grace, director Peder Flaten, organ St. John s Choir Acolyte: Jaeden Micco Communion Preparer: Betty Johnson Greeters: Lori Johnson Sharon Koschak Coffee Servers: Susan Zabel Sharon Koschak Nursery: Dustin Olson Emma Hurbanis Counters: Deborah Dunham JoAnn Christoferson Announcements (please be seated) The Benediction The God of glory dwell in you richly, name you beloved, and shine brightly on your path; and the blessing of almighty God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you always. Amen. Sending Hymn I Love to Tell the Story ELW 661 Dismissal Christ is your light. Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. Postlude Festal Flourish Gordon Jacob From Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2015 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License # New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved. CHURCH COUNCIL President: Sarah Tellijohn Vice President: Jennifer Burdick Secretary: Patrick Coveney Treasurer: Susan Zabel Members-at-Large: Jim Gambucci Bea Hasselmann Debra Jacobs Ann Paulson Oly Stromberg Eric Willette

8 Our Welcoming Life Together CALENDAR: Today: Event: Location: 11:00 a.m. Fellowship; Everyone Welcome! Fellowship Hall 11:15 a.m. Brunch & Bible Study (youth) Youth Room Tuesday, Feb. 5 2:00 p.m. Staff Meeting Lounge 3:10 p.m. Homework House Lounge 5:30 p.m. Facilities Committee Lounge 7:00 p.m. Metropolitan Men s Choir Fellowship Hall Wednesday, Feb. 6 11:00 a.m. Memorial Service for Barbara Vieburg Sanctuary with Reception following Fellowship Hall 6:00 p.m. RIC Task Force Lounge 6:00 p.m. Bells Sanctuary 7:00 p.m. Holden Evening Prayer Around the World Chancel 7:30 p.m. St. John s Choir Fellowship Hall Thursday, Feb. 7 8:30 a.m. Toolbox Brigade Custodian s Office 6:00 p.m. Chi Rho Committee Chapel 6:00 p.m. Foundation Committee Lounge Friday, Feb. 8 5:30 p.m. Friday Night Fun Fellowship Hall Saturday, Feb. 9 9:00 a.m. Metropolitan Boys & Men s Choirs FH/Chapel Next Sunday, Feb. 10 Epiphany 5 9:15 a.m. Sunday School Upper Room 10:00 a.m. Worship Hour Sanctuary 11:00 a.m. Fellowship Hour Fellowship Hall 11:15 a.m. CAN Committee Chapel 11:30 a.m. 3rd Annual Chili Cook-Off! Fellowship Hall 12:00 p.m. TRUST Youth Sled and Service! St. John s-judson HOLDEN EVENING PRAYER AROUND THE WORLD - Wednesday, February 6 at 7 p.m., St John s will host a service of Holden Evening Prayer. Once a year Holden Village, a Lutheran retreat center in the Cascade Mountains, invites congregations across the globe to come together through participation in this contemplative, ecumenical service that celebrates the God who holds all in a loving embrace. Please come! Bring friends and family! FRIDAY NIGHT FUN - February 8th from 5:30-7 p.m.: Join in a night of healthy food and fun as we kick off the new year. Arrive at St. John s at 5:30 p.m. and get moving with a familyfriendly yoga class. Afterward, build your own healthy pita pizzas. Bring friends and a few dollars for dinner. TOGETHER IN HOPE CHOIR brings a message of healing and Christian reconciliation in a home performance Saturday, February 9, 8 p.m., at the Basilica of St. Mary, 1600 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN Doors will open for general seating at 7:15pm; the concert is free of charge. Pastor Mark sings in this choir which performed in Rome during Reformation RD ANNUAL CHILI COOK-OFF - Sunday, Feb. 10, 11:30 a.m.: Think you have what it takes to be St. John's next Top Chili Chef? Bring your crockpot to the Fellowship Hall for a chili tasting contest following worship. Supplies and accoutrements will be provided. Please see Scott Belz or Jennifer Burdick with any questions. Happy cooking! TRUST Youth SLED AND SERVICE! Next Sunday, February 10, we ll meet at St. John s at noon, drive together to Judson Baptist, and join our TRUST friends for an afternoon of fun in the snow until about 2:30. Please bring $5 for lunch. ST JOHN S STAFF Pastor: Mark Tiede Dir. of Worship & Music: Samuel Grace Dir. Of Children, Youth & Family Ministry Amy Mihelich Assistant for Ministry: Ann Paulson Bookkeeper: Angela Lee Custodians: Joseph Sahai Day Benjamin Gebhardt Weekend/Event Organist: Peder Flaten Accompanist: Ann Paulson Dir. of Child Care Center Tina Shear Chi Rho Center Manager Dave Helm MINISTRY TEAMS Administration Child Care Center Children, Youth & Family Community & Neighborhood Facilities Foundation Chi Rho Membership Music Series Stewardship Worship Website: Facebook: StJohnsMpls Contact: communications@stjohns mpls.org;