Prelude Gesu Bambino. Hymn Angels from the Realms of Glory. Pietro Yon. We gather in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.

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1 Sunday, December 31, 2017 First Sunday of Christmas

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 Gesu Bambino Hymn Angels from the Realms of Glory Pietro Yon regent square We gather in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen 2

3 Confession and Forgiveness Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hid: cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen Gracious God, Have mercy on us. We confess that we have turned from you and given ourselves to the power of sin. We are truly sorry and humbly repent. In your compassion forgive our sins, known and unknown. Things we have done and things we have failed to do. In this New Year, turn us to you and uphold us by your Spirit so we may live and serve you in the newness of life through Jesus Christ our Savior and Lord. Amen 3

4 Hymn How Great Our Joy jungst 4

5 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 Lord of all time and all space, as 2017 comes to a close, we give you thanks and praise for all the good things we have received. We bring to you our sorrow and lament, and our fear and grief, over the things we have lost. We turn to you, O Lord, who is restoring our world as we speak. Stir in us your call as we move forward into Amen Lesson Jeremiah 1:4-10 Now the word of the Lord came to me saying, Before I formed you in the womb I knew you, and before you were born I consecrated you; I appointed you a prophet to the nations. Then I said, Ah, Lord GOD! Truly I do not know how to speak, for I am only a boy. But the Lord said to me, Do not say, I am only a boy ; for you shall go to all to whom I send you, and you shall speak whatever I command you. Do not be afraid of them, for I am with you to deliver you, says the Lord. Then the Lord put out his hand and touched my mouth; and the Lord said to me, Now I have put my words in your mouth. See, today I appoint you over nations and over kingdoms, to pluck up and to pull down, to destroy and to overthrow, to build and to plant. Anthem You Are Mine David Hayes Julie Conzemius, soloist Psalm 85:7-10 Read in unison Show us your steadfast love, O Lord, and grant us your salvation. Let me hear what God the Lord will speak, for he will speak peace to his people, to his faithful, to those who turn to him in their hearts. Surely his salvation is at hand for those who fear him, that his glory may dwell in our land. 5

6 Holy Gospel Mark 1:14-20 Glory to you, O Lord. Now after John was arrested, Jesus came to Galilee, proclaiming the good news of God, and saying, The time is fulfilled, and the kingdom of God has come near; repent, and believe in the good news. As Jesus passed along the Sea of Galilee, he saw Simon and his brother Andrew casting a net into the sea for they were fishermen. And Jesus said to them, Follow me and I will make you fish for people. And immediately they left their nets and followed him. As he went a little farther, he saw James son of Zebedee and his brother John, who were in their boat mending the nets. Immediately he called them; and they left their father Zebedee in the boat with the hired men, and followed him. 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 Hymn The Birthday of a King neidlinger 6 Continued on next page

7 Sermon Called to Follow Erin Morris, Deacon and Pastoral Intern Offering I Wonder As I Wander John Jacob Niles Julie Conzemius, soloist 7

8 Offertory Angels from the Realms of Glory All creation, join in praising God, the Father, Spirit, Son, evermore your voices raising To the eternal Three in One. Come and worship, come and worship, worship Christ, the newborn king. regent square 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. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; grant us peace, grant us peace. 8

9 Communion Music It Came Upon the Midnight Clear carol 9

10 Post-Communion Blessing The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. Amen Post-Communion Prayer Radiant God, with our eyes we have seen your salvation and in this meal we have feasted on your grace. May your Word take flesh in us, that we may be your holy people, follow your call, and reveal your glory made known to us in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. 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. Hymn Angels We Have Heard on High gloria Continued on next page 10

11 Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. Postlude Angels from the Realms of Glory arr. Robert Hobby Today s Music Julie Conzemius, soloist Jan Gilbertson, organist Next Weekend Please let our Hospitality Desk staff know if you would like a pastor to pray with you following worship. Scripture: Mark 1:21-28; Isaiah 9:2-7; Psalm 2:7-11a, 10 Sermon: Light of the World Music: 9:00 St. Andrew s Choir 10:30 New Dimension Singers; Choristers; K,1,2 Orff Ensemble Upcoming Concerts St. Paul Chamber Orchestra Mozart s Sinfonia Concertante Sunday, Jan. 28, 2018, 3 p.m. Tickets: SPCO Box Office, Two Rivers Chorale with the Kenwood Symphony Concert Sunday, Feb. 11, 2018, 4 p.m. Freewill offering 11

12 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 / Intern Pastor Gerry Rafftery Pastor of Generosity Carolyn Staats Intern Pastor Jenny Sung Intern Pastor St. Andrew s Worship Times Traditional Worship Sunday 9 & 10:30 a.m. Sanctuary Contemporary Worship Saturday 5 p.m. Great Hall Sunday 8:45 & 10:15 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