Transfiguration of Our Lord

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1 Transfiguration of Our Lord February 15, :30 & 11:00 a.m.

2 GATHERING PRE-SERVICE MUSIC Gigue Dietrich Buxtehude ENTRANCE HYMN ELW #316 O Wondrous Image APOSTOLIC GREETING The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you. GLORIA 2

3 PRAYER OF THE DAY Almighty God, the resplendent light of your truth shines from the mountaintop into our hearts. Transfigure us by your beloved Son, and illumine the world with your image, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. FIRST LESSON: 2 Kings 2:1-12 WORD Now when the LORD was about to take Elijah up to heaven by a whirlwind, Elijah and Elisha were on their way from Gilgal. Elijah said to Elisha, "Stay here; for the LORD has sent me as far as Bethel." But Elisha said, "As the LORD lives, and as you yourself live, I will not leave you." So they went down to Bethel. The company of prophets who were in Bethel came out to Elisha, and said to him, "Do you know that today the LORD will take your master away from you?" And he said, "Yes, I know; keep silent." Elijah said to him, "Elisha, stay here; for the LORD has sent me to Jericho." But he said, "As the LORD lives, and as you yourself live, I will not leave you." So they came to Jericho. The company of prophets who were at Jericho drew near to Elisha, and said to him, "Do you know that today the LORD will take your master 3

4 away from you?" And he answered, "Yes, I know; be silent." Then Elijah said to him, "Stay here; for the LORD has sent me to the Jordan." But he said, "As the LORD lives, and as you yourself live, I will not leave you." So the two of them went on. Fifty men of the company of prophets also went, and stood at some distance from them, as they both were standing by the Jordan. Then Elijah took his mantle and rolled it up, and struck the water; the water was parted to the one side and to the other, until the two of them crossed on dry ground. When they had crossed, Elijah said to Elisha, "Tell me what I may do for you, before I am taken from you." Elisha said, "Please let me inherit a double share of your spirit." He responded, "You have asked a hard thing; yet, if you see me as I am being taken from you, it will be granted you; if not, it will not." As they continued walking and talking, a chariot of fire and horses of fire separated the two of them, and Elijah ascended in a whirlwind into heaven. Elisha kept watching and crying out, "Father, father! The chariots of Israel and its horsemen!" But when he could no longer see him, he grasped his own clothes and tore them in two pieces. Holy wisdom, holy word. Thanks be to God. PSALM 50:1-6 Refrain SECOND LESSON: 2 Corinthians 4:3-6 And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing. In their case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. For we do not proclaim ourselves; we proclaim Jesus Christ as Lord and ourselves as your slaves for Jesus' sake. For it is the God who said, "Let light shine out of darkness," who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ. Holy wisdom, holy word. Thanks be to God. 4

5 GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Choir: This is my Son, my Chosen; Listen to him. GOSPEL: Mark 9:2-9 The Gospel according to Mark. Glory to you, O Lord Six days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John, and led them up a high mountain apart, by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, and his clothes became dazzling white, such as no one on earth could bleach them. And there appeared to them Elijah with Moses, who were talking with Jesus. Then Peter said to Jesus, "Rabbi, it is good for us to be here; let us make three dwellings, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah." He did not know what to say, for they were terrified. Then a cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud there came a voice, "This is my Son, the Beloved listen to him!" Suddenly when they looked around, they saw no one with them any more, but only Jesus. As they were coming down the mountain, he ordered them to tell no one about what they had seen, until after the Son of Man had risen from the dead. The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. SERMON HYMN OF THE DAY ELW #715 Christ Be Our Light PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION Gracious God, hear our prayer. SHARING THE PEACE OF CHRIST PARISH CONCERNS 5

6 MEAL OFFERING AND OFFERTORY MUSIC Blessing, Glory, Wisdom and Thanks J. S. Bach OFFERTORY PRAYER Let us pray. Merciful God, as grains of wheat scattered upon the hills were gathered together to become one bread, so let your church be gathered together from the ends of the earth into your kingdom, for yours is the glory through Jesus Christ, now and forever. Amen. OPENING DIALOG 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. PROPER PREFACE It is indeed right, our duty and our joy that we should at all times and in all places give thanks and praise to you, almighty and merciful God, through our Savior Jesus Christ; who, sharing our life, lived among us to reveal your glory and love, that our darkness should give way to your own brilliant light. And so, with all the choirs of angels, with the church on earth and the hosts of heaven, we praise your name and join their unending hymn: SANCTUS 6

7 EUCHARISTIC PRAYER AND THE LORD S PRAYER Blessed are you, O God. You are the light and life of all. By your powerful Word you created all things and through your prophets you called your people to be light to the nations. Blessed are you for Jesus in whom your saving Word is fulfilled. On the high mountain you pulled back the veil of heaven and declared him to be your beloved Son. Jesus is our Light shining in our darkness to show forth your mercy and grace. In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks; broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying: Take and eat; this is my body, given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me. Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to drink, saying: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me. For as often as we eat of this bread and drink from this cup, we proclaim the Lord's death until he comes. Let us proclaim the mystery of faith: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. Remembering Jesus preaching and healing; his dying and rising and the promise that he will come again, we wait with joy for that day when all the universe will rejoice in your life-giving light. 7

8 Send your Holy Spirit upon us and this meal, that refreshed with heavenly food, we may be light for the world, showing forth the brilliance of your Son. Through Christ, with Christ, in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit all glory and honor is yours almighty God, in your holy church, both now and forever. Amen. 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. DISTRIBUTION TO THE FAITHFUL AND RITES OF HEALING We welcome all who desire to receive the bread and wine of communion for the forgiveness of sin and renewal of life to join us at the Lord s Table. Please come forward at the direction of the ushers. Communion is by intinction at the rail. The host is dipped into the red wine or white grape juice, as each communicant chooses. Gluten-free wafers are available. Young children and others who do not commune are invited and welcome to come forward with arms crossed across the chest for a blessing. Ministers are available during the distribution of communion to offer individual prayers for healing and anointing with oil. Come to one of the stations in the Chapel before or after receiving communion. FRACTION AND INVITATION MUSIC DURING THE DISTRIBUTION ELW #392 Alleluia! Sing to Jesus ELW #535 Hallelujah, We Sing Your Praises ELW #318 Alleluia, Song of Gladness 8

9 POST-COMMUNION PRAYER Let us pray. Everlasting God, we bless you that you have brought us to the mountaintop and fed us with the life and light of your Son. Send us in his name from this place to bring light into dark corners, healing where lives are torn, and nourishment to every hungry heart, in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. CHILDREN S WORD SENDING BURYING THE ALLELUIA BLESSING The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord s face shine on you with grace and mercy. The Lord look upon you with favor and (+) give you peace. Amen. DISMISSAL Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. POSTLUDE 9

10 Participants in Today s Liturgy PRESIDER AND CHILDREN S WORD Bryon Hansen PREACHER Nancy Winder ASSISTING MINISTERS Willie Gregory (8:30) Shawn Kruse (11) EUCHARISTIC MINISTERS Felix Halvorson, Mike Halvorson, Ardis Pilz (8:30) Mark Yetman, Jill Yetman, Ardis Pilz (11) LECTORS Doreen Burris, David Cress (8:30) Janet Deters, Midge Strong-Beers (11) ACOLYTES Zach Branica, Nate Hansen, Tina Georgeson (8:30) Tarkel Price, Vassar Price (11) ORGANIST Valerie Shields CHANCEL CHOIR Beth Ann Bonnecroy, Director Parts of the liturgy were adapted from Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2015 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License # Biblical passages from the 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. Psalm 50 from Psalter for Worship, Year B, copyright (c) 2008 Augsburg Fortress. Reprinted by permission. Art copyright 1996, 2002 by the Order of St. Benedict, Inc. Reprinted by permission. All rights reserved. 10

11 Our Weekly Circle of Prayer Hear my prayer, O God; give ear to the words of my mouth. Psalm 54:2 We welcome your requests for prayers for persons in need or prayers of thanksgiving for blessings received. Please note that prayer requests will remain on the list for four Sundays. A request may be extended by contacting the church office or making a note on the Count Me In form. Names in bold are new this week. For homebound members and friends of Phinney Gloria Swisher, Dot Tuvey, Donna Reilly Williams For our partners in ministry St. John United Lutheran Church For families and friends of the deceased Kim Alexander Dick Kates Ruth Belladoro, friend of Jane Bengtson; died Jan. 30 Carl Johnson, father of Steve Johnson; died Feb. 1 Lucille Larson, grandmother of Matthew Eng; died January 25 Recent hospitalizations, illnesses, & injuries Betty Jacobs; recovering from a bad fall Patty Wallace, in hospice Ken Bartanen; injured toe Bring healing to the friends and family of Ken Bartanen Betsy, friend of Shirley and Kirstin Shaw Lisa, daughter of Jerry and Arlene Rowe; many health issues Chris Clawson, recovering from chemo Christie Ward, recovering from surgery, facing diagnosis of pancreatic cancer Rev. Sheri Edwards Dalton; undergoing chemotherapy Scott Shiebler, dislocated shoulder Jim Brain; cancer treatments Kathy; newly diagnosed with breast cancer Dolly, mother of Doug Johnson Jeff Goforth, recovering at home Cheri Rinn, convalescing at Hearthstone Theo, infant son of Danielle Dreger-Babbitt Chris, mental illness Deliverance from alcohol abuse, cancer, and stroke for Larry Meyer 11

12 For persons diagnosed with cancer and long-term illness, undergoing treatments Karina Nolan, Andy Solberg, Susanne Martin, Sage, Elliott Brogren, Katharine Houk, Rafik Hanna, Joseph, Allison, Nancy, Gerard Vaughan, Rebecca, Jillian, Ruth, Linda Betz, Scott, Lydia Thomas, Eileen, Judy, Keith, Kristina, Clyde Houge, Glen, Joan, Eli Smith, Colin Grube, Greg, Hallie Glenna, Bill Fisher, T.K., Einar Brosten, Colleen, Gary Moran, David Hildebrand, Julia Hefner, Steve Other hopes, concerns, and thanksgiving Janice, daughter of Gary and Caroline Brakken; marriage difficulties Reverend Ryan Fletcher, installed today at Christ the King Lutheran Church, Snohomish For healing and guidance for the Chadwick family as they make caregiving decisions An Invitation You are invited to prayerfully consider joining those who serve as Eucharistic Ministers. The ministry includes setting up the baptismal font, placing the bread and wine on the credence table and in the narthex for use during the service, bringing the wine and bread forward to offer during the service, serving wine at the table, reverently bringing the Lord s Supper to persons who remain seated in our congregation, and cleaning up afterward. Your service would be ongoing, currently once each month, but dependent on the number serving. The logistics of entering this ministry are particularly welcoming! Each two-person Eucharistic team is hoping for a third member, so you would be trained and welcomed by experienced, caring, supportive, dedicated people! RSVP ardispilz@comcast.net 12

13 Ash Wednesday Lent, our annual time of preparation for Easter, begins this week on Ash Wednesday, February 18. The journey begins that day with three worship opportunities: 11:15 a.m. (followed by soup) 6:30 p.m. a special family service in the Tree of Life Room 7:30 p.m. music led by the Chancel Choir Ash Wednesday is a quiet day. It is a day of introspection and prayer. It is day to confess sins and hear the call to observe a good and holy Lent. This is all very important as we ponder the ways our lives have been separated from a life of following Jesus, but that is not what this day is ultimately about. Lent is not a gloomy time, but a time to be renewed in life and the things of God. The word Lent refers to the lengthening of days and really means springtime. The imposition of ashes reminds us that we are not God, but then the liturgy turns to the table, where God accepts us nonetheless, and feeds us with the Bread of Life. We have recovered the wisdom of the ancient church and its Catechumenate with an emphasis on preparing for baptism and baptismal renewal. We journey through Lent with an eye toward Easter and our participation again in the mystery of Jesus dying and rising. We walk alongside our WAY candidates and take on spiritual disciplines not as ends in themselves but as wonderful ways to open ourselves to the things of God and so prepare for Easter. Generosity, giving to the poor, visiting the sick, working for justice, fasting and prayer are all gifts from God to help open our minds and hearts to make room for the wondrous gift of Resurrection. - Pastor Hansen 13

14 Adult Forum This Morning This Morning at 10 am in the Tree of Life Room Camp Lutherwood Update Hear from Executive Director Rob Gillespie about the latest from Camp Lutherwood, a Lutheran-based outdoors camp and retreat center near Bellingham. In addition to a general update, Rob with Executive Director Rob Gillespie will discuss the impact the Outdoor Ministry has on leadership in the church. PRLC has a long history of involvement with the camp, and we look forward to furthering this relationship. Surrounded by a Great Cloud of Witnesses Commemorations and Festivals for the Week Wednesday, February 18, 2015 Martin Luther, renewer of the church, died 1546 Though he began his adult church life as a simple Augustinian monk, Luther challenged the abuses he saw in the church, and his work eventually led to the Protestant Reformation. Luther's accomplishments included liturgical reform, translation of the Bible, and creation of the Small and Large Catechisms. 14

15 Announcements Caregiver Circle Meets This Morning: The Caregiver Circle returns this morning at 10. We will meet in the Wartburg room. If you care for an elderly parent, a loved one with a chronic condition, or a distant relative with continuing needs, you are welcome to take part in this support group. This month s theme is God s Help in Hard Times. Lent Devotionals written by Minister of Children and Families Nancy Monelli are available for purchase at the Grace Station this morning. Titled The Living Desert, this collection of prayers and reflections considers the season of Lent as a kind of desert time, when we are invited to live and pray with open hearts, to discover the previously unseen life and abundance that await us there. Cost: $5. WALK THIS WAY: Lent Activities for All Ages. Next Sunday, Feb. 22 at 10 am, all members of the parish family are invited to gather in Fellowship Hall to take part in PRLC s annual Lent Event. Activities, learning experiences, and take-home materials will be available to help everyone more fully experience the season of Lent and walk more closely with our Lord. Sign up on this morning s Count Me In if you can help! All LYONS youth! Join us at the LYONS den (St. John United) for a movie night tonight. We'll be there from 6:00pm-8:00pm. Hope to see you there! We will be at Holy Grounds Coffee (near Whitman Middle School) this Wednesday from 2:30-4:30pm! Come by and say hi! Dinner Theater Auditions will be held 6:00pm-8:00pm next Sunday, Feb. 22 at Ballard First Lutheran Church. Contact Jon Ross with any questions at lyonsdirector@roaringlyons.org. GO! Night This synod-wide middle school overnight event is from 7:00pm March 6 to 8:00am March 7. For more information or to sign up, please contact Megan Hundley at megan@roaringlyons.org by February Middle School Summer Trip will be June 28-30, 2015 and will cost $100 per youth. Please sign up by February 28. For more information about this trip or to sign up, please contact Megan Hundley at megan@roaringlyons.org. 15

16 Shrove Tuesday Concert to Benefit Mary's Place presented by the Children of Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church Free-will offering Date: February 17, 2015 Time: 5:30 pm Pancake Dinner (pancakes, bacon, juice, coffee) 6:00 pm Concert Let us know on this morning s count-me-in if you ll be coming for dinner! The Role of Religion in Middle East Peace Efforts: This evening, Feb 15, 2015 at 6:30 pm at Woodland Park Presbyterian Church, 225 N 70th St. The Seattle Chapter of the Fellowship of Reconciliation will present speaker Ronald J. Young on the role of religion in the Israeli- Palestinian Conflict. Religion is praised by some as a source of peace, and accused by others of being a source of violence. Having worked on the Arab-Israeli-Palestinian conflict for many years, Ron will speak about both aspects of the role of religion in that conflict. Quality Children s Movies and Games or Puzzles for Mary s Place Kids Wanted: The Mary s Place Team is soliciting donations of high quality children s movies or documentaries that our guest children may view while they are staying with us. We don t need a huge collection but a few really excellent DVDs and/or VHS films would be so handy! We are also seeking some quality games, puzzles or books as well. Please ensure that all the pieces are included, and drop your donations off at the Grace Station or at the church office. Thank you. Families Preparing Together for Holy Communion: There will be two classes for families with children wishing to prepare for the Sacrament of Holy Communion. The first class will be held on Sunday, March 8th from noon until 1:30 pm. A light lunch will be provided and all will be invited to take part in an experiential journey through the celebration of the Eucharist. The second class will be held on Sunday, April 12. This time lunch will be followed by activities designed to help everyone to reflect on their experience of receiving Holy Communion. Interested? Sign up on Count Me In or contact Nancy Monelli at children@prlc.org. 16

17 This Week at PRLC Sunday, February 15 + Transfiguration Sunday 8:30 a.m. Holy Communion with Healing Rites Sanctuary 10:00 a.m. Adult Forum: Camp Lutherwood Update Tree of Life Room Caregiver Circle Wartburg Room Sunday School Various 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion with Healing Rites Sanctuary 5:00 p.m. The WAY 200 Level Monday, February 16 * PRESIDENTS DAY HOLIDAY CHURCH OFFICE AND CDC CLOSED * Tuesday, February 17 + Shrove Tuesday *MARY S PLACE DEPARTS * 9:00 a.m. Quilters Quilting Room 10:30 a.m. Staff Meeting Office Workroom 2:00 p.m. Food Bank Food Bank 5:30 p.m. Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner Fellowship Hall 6:00 p.m. Youth Concert to Benefit Mary s Place Sanctuary 7:00 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous Room 301/302 Wednesday, February 18 + Ash Wednesday 10:00 a.m. Spirited Women Tree of Life 11:15 a.m. Ash Wednesday Service Sanctuary 12:00 p.m. Lenten Soup Lunch Library 5:00 p.m. Youth Choir Choir Room 5:30 p.m. Bread for the Journey Various 6:00 p.m. BfJ Dinner Fellowship Hall 6:30 p.m. Ash Wednesday Family Service Tree of Life 7:00 p.m. Food Bank Food Bank 7:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous Room 301/302 7:30 p.m. Ash Wednesday Service Sanctuary Thursday, February 19 2:00 p.m. Food Bank Food Bank 6:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous Room 301/302 7:00 p.m. Food Bank Food Bank Sunday, February 22 + Lent I 8:30 a.m. Holy Communion with Healing Rites Sanctuary 10:00 a.m. Walk This Way: A Lent Event for All Ages 200 Level 11:00 a.m. Holy Communion with Healing Rites Sanctuary 5:00 p.m. The WAY 200 Level 17

18 Next Sunday February 22, First Sunday in Lent 8:30 am Holy Communion with Healing Rites 10:00 am The Lent Event 11:00 am Holy Communion with Healing Rites 5:00 The WAY Next Week s Lessons February 22, First Sunday in Lent Genesis 9:8 17; 1 Peter 3:18 22; Mark 1:9 15 Looking Ahead February 18 + Ash Wednesday Services at 11:15 am (followed by Soup Lunch), 6:30 pm (family service), and 7:30 pm February 18 March 25 Wednesdays throughout Lent Services at 11:15 am Shared soup lunch to follow March 29-April 5 + Holy Week March 29 + Passion Sunday Services at 8:30 and 11 am April 1 Easter Vigil Tech Rehearsal April 2 + Maundy Thursday Confession & Forgiveness at 10:15 am Worship at 11:15 am Confession & Forgiveness at 6 pm Worship at 7 pm April 3 + Good Friday Stations of the Cross at 12 pm Adoration of the Cross at 7 pm April 4 + Holy Saturday EASTER VIGIL at 7 pm April 5 + Easter Sunday Easter Breakfast 8-11 am Services at 8:30 and 11 am 18

19 Welcome Visitors We welcome all who worship with us today. Here are some notes about our congregation and our facility to help you feel at home among us. Nursery A staffed nursery is available for children from birth through age 5 on the sanctuary level down the hall past the drinking fountain. Please sign your child in and out of nursery care. Usually parents gather their children before communion so that they can come to the Table together. An usher will be glad to direct you. Restrooms are located on the sanctuary level just past the library. In addition to Men s and Women s rooms there is also a Family room with a changing table. Count Me In Form is that little slip of paper in your worship folder. We ask all worshipers to complete this each week. Special prayer requests may be made on the back of the form and if there are special sign ups you can do that on the back. Place it in the offering plate as it is circulated during the service. Grace Station is an outreach of the church office available every Sunday morning. Office Manager Christina Bogar is there to provide information about our church and to receive information such as address, phone or changes, prayer requests and news about illness or hospitalizations. Current newsletters and program information are located there. Look for the check in desk in the church gathering area. Check out the Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church website at for more information on our congregation, our ministries and many opportunities for service and study. Join us again! We worship every Sunday at 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. and would be honored to have you join us for worship again, soon, and often. 19

20 Bryon Hansen, Pastor Patrick Meagher, Minister of Outreach Nancy Monelli, Children and Family Minister Darren Hochstedler, Parish Administrator Nancy Winder, Pastoral Assistant Allan Bruck, Pastoral Assistant Tim Sullivan, CDC Director Christina Bogar, Office Manager Jon Ross, LYONS Director The Ministry Staff Valerie Shields, Organist and Youth Choir Director Beth Ann Bonnecroy, Chancel and Handbell Choirs Director Evelyn Hartwell, Children s Choir Director Shari Anderson, Accompanist Kari VanSanford, Angel Choir Director Kent Stevenson, Gospel Choir Director Dallas Cooper Anthony Nelson Custodians Johanna Eby Erika Anguiano Nursery Attendants Parish Nurses parishnurse@prlc.org Our congregation participates with three other Lutheran churches in Seattle in a youth ministry organization called LYONS (Lutheran Youth of North Seattle). Telephone , website roaringlyons.org. Our congregation also participates in a Lutheran counseling organization with congregations from across the Puget Sound area. Lutheran Counseling Network is a coalition of licensed pastoral counselors who provide therapy in a variety of settings for a variety of needs. One such office is located in our building, with Counselor Rosemary Raynaud providing therapy on an appointment basis. Learn more: check out Lutheran Counseling Network at You can also reach Rosemary by phone at , ext. 3. Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church 7500 Greenwood Avenue North Seattle, Washington Office Hours: M-Th 8:30-4:30, Fri 8:30-12:30 20