Gathering The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God.

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1 Welcome to Worship! Blessings and curses abound on the sixth Sunday after Epiphany. We would do well to listen closely to whom the blessed ares and the woe tos are directed and to find our place in the crowd among those who desire to touch Jesus. The risen Christ stands among us in the mystery of the holy supper with an invitation to live in him and the power to heal us all.. Gathering The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God. PRELUDE On the altar are the Holy Communion kits which are taken to our people who, for a variety of reasons cannot attend worship, to help them share in our celebration of the Lord s Supper. WORDS OF WELCOME ENTRANCE HYMN If You But Trust in God to Guide You Sixth Sunday after Epiphany Saturday, Feb. 16, :00 pm Sunday, Feb. 17, :30 am Sharing the Shepherd s Love With All of God s Children Contact Good Shepherd at: (701) GoodShepherdBismarck.com 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.

2 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Worship Schedule KYRIE Saturday 5 p.m. Heritage Sunday 8:30 a.m. Festival 9:45 a.m. Celebrate! 11 a.m. Celebrate! 6 p.m. The Well Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Worship Notes Thank you for spending this time in worship! Prior to worship you may find it helpful to bookmark the scripture readings in your pew Bible. Large Print Bibles and bulletins are available from the ushers. If it is uncomfortable for you to stand during the service, please feel free to remain seated. HYMN OF PRAISE Children are always welcome to be part of worship, and the nursery is available if necessary. Please take The Other Page home with you, check out Bismarck.com, or download the GSLC APP (Good Shepherd Lutheran Church ND) it is available for iphone and Android Smartphones. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is located on the corner of Washington St. and Divide Ave. Contact Good Shepherd at: (701) GoodShepherdBismarck.com 2

3 SALUTATION PRAYER OF THE DAY Living God, in Christ you make all things new. Transform the poverty of our nature by the riches of your grace, and in the renewal of our lives make known your glory, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. A TIME WITH CHILDREN Word God speaks to us in scripture reading, preaching, and song. OLD TESTAMENT READING Jeremiah 17:5-10 Page 799 in the pew Bible These verses compose a poem that is part of a larger collection of wisdom sayings (17:5-11) that contrast two ways of life. Life with God brings blessing; the power and vitality of God is active in our life. Life without God brings a curse, the power of death. The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Thank You for your ministry today! Sermon Pastor Craig Schweitzer Organist/Pianist Vicki Martel Interpreter for the Deaf Cori Quist Available by request NEW TESTAMENT READING 1 Corinthians 15:12-20 Page 185 in the pew Bible For Paul, the resurrection of Christ is the basis for Christian hope. Because Christ has been raised, those who are in Christ know that they too will be raised to a new life beyond death. The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. GOSPEL ALLELUIA (please stand) Alleluia. Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. Alleluia. (John 6:68) GOSPEL READING Luke 6:17-26 Page 65 in the pew Bible After choosing his twelve apostles, Jesus teaches a crowd of followers about the nature and demands of discipleship. He begins his great sermon with surprising statements about who is truly blessed in the eyes of God. The Gospel of the Lord. Thanks be to God. SERMON All rights reserved. Used by permission. All Words & Music re-printed by permission. All Rights Reserved.. CCLI # OneLicense.net #A CVLI License # SundaysandSeasons.com. Augsburg Fortress Annual Liturgies License Worship questions or conversations contact: Peder Gulleson at peder@goodshepherdbismarck.com or

4 STEWARDSHIP MOMENT HYMN OF THE DAY He Comes to Us as One Unknown 6 th Sunday after Epiphany Luke 6:17-26 Looking at his disciples, he said Jesus looked at his disciples when he spoke but in verses it is clear that he is speaking to all who hear. The message Jesus brings call for change of behavior. What is it we hear for ourselves in this text? [written by Faith Simonieg, Assistant to the Bishop for Stewardship and Generosity] PRAYERS OF GOD S PEOPLE Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. SHARING THE PEACE OF JESUS The Peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. And also with you. Meal God feeds us with the presence of Jesus Christ. MISSION & MINISTRY HIGHLIGHTS OFFERING PRAYER Source of every blessing, You have planted us beside living waters and nourished our souls with your ways of life. In gratitude and thanksgiving for the fruit we have born in due season, we return these gifts to you. Bless them with your manifold grace, and multiply them in your mercy, that they may go forth to heal a world trapped in loneliness and isolation. In the name of the one who leads us into life, we pray. Amen. OFFERING AND ANTHEM Our offering is a significant act of worship, and we now worship God through our giving. God s mission and ministry for Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is completely dependent upon your faithful and generous giving. 4

5 OFFERING SONG Create in Me a Clean Heart Create in me a clean heart, O God, and renew a right spirit within me. Cast me not away from your presence, and take not your Holy Spirit from me. Restore to me the joy of your salvation, and uphold me with your free Spirit. (Ps. 51:10-12) THE GREAT THANKSGIVING Ways to support GSLC s mission Kiosk Visit our Giving Kiosk in the Lobby/Narthex to set up a one-time gift. Text Set up a one-time or recurring donation by texting the amount you wish to give to Preface. It is indeed right, we praise your name and join their unending hymn: THE SANCTUS GSLC App Download the GSLC APP and use the Give button. You can manage and view your giving from the convenience of your smartphone! For more information please visit the church office or call Melanie at WORDS OF INSTITUTION 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. 5

6 INVITATION TO HOLY COMMUNION THE MEAL Jesus died and rose again, and in this sacrament, our Lord Jesus is present with us in a special and mysterious way. Everyone is welcome at the Lord s Table and may receive the gifts of bread and wine. Gluten-free wafers and grape juice are available by request. HYMN We Come to the Hungry Feast Sending God blesses us and sends us in mission to the world. BLESSING AND 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. DISMISSAL Go in peace. Christ is your light. Thanks be to God. 6

7 SENDING HYMN Canticle of the Turning POSTLUDE 7

8 Sixth Sunday after Epiphany Sunday, February 17, :45 and 11 am Sharing the Shepherd s Love With All of God s Children Welcome to Celebrate Worship! Blessings and curses abound on the sixth Sunday after Epiphany. We would do well to listen closely to whom the blessed ares and the woe tos are directed and to find our place in the crowd among those who desire to touch Jesus. The risen Christ stands among us in the mystery of the holy supper with an invitation to live in him and the power to heal us all.. Contact Good Shepherd at: (701) GoodShepherdBismarck.com Gathering The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God. PRELUDE On the altar are the Holy Communion kits which are taken to our people who, for a variety of reasons cannot attend worship, to help them share in our celebration of the Lord s Supper. WORDS OF WELCOME PRAYER OF THE DAY Living God, in Christ you make all things new. Transform the poverty of our nature by the riches of your grace, and in the renewal of our lives make known your glory, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. GATHERING SONG Let it Rise ORDER FOR CONFESSION & FORGIVENESS All may make the sign of the cross, the sign marked at baptism, as the presiding minister begins. Blessed be the holy Trinity, one God, who creates us 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 is kept for reflection. 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.

9 Good Shepherd Lutheran Church Worship Schedule Saturday 5 p.m. Heritage Sunday 8:30 a.m. Festival 9:45 a.m. Celebrate! 11 a.m. Celebrate! 6 p.m. The Well Wednesday 6:30 p.m. Worship Notes Thank you for spending this time in worship! Prior to worship you may find it helpful to bookmark the scripture readings in your pew Bible. Large Print Bibles and bulletins are available from the ushers. If it is uncomfortable for you to stand during the service, please feel free to remain seated. Children are always welcome to be part of worship, and the nursery is available if necessary. Please take The Other Page home with you, check out Bismarck.com, or download the GSLC APP (Good Shepherd Lutheran Church ND) it is available for iphone and Android Smartphones. Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is located on the corner of Washington St. and Divide Ave. SONG Trading My Sorrows A TIME WITH CHILDREN Word God speaks to us in scripture reading, preaching, and song. NEW TESTAMENT READING 1 Corinthians 15:12-20 Page 185 in the pew Bible For Paul, the resurrection of Christ is the basis for Christian hope. Because Christ has been raised, those who are in Christ know that they too will be raised to a new life beyond death. The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. GOSPEL SONG Messiah GOSPEL READING Luke 6:17-26 Page 65 in the pew Bible After choosing his twelve apostles, Jesus teaches a crowd of followers about the nature and demands of discipleship. He begins his great sermon with surprising statements about who is truly blessed in the eyes of God. The Gospel of the Lord. Thanks be to God. SERMON SONG OF RESPONSE PRAYERS OF GOD S PEOPLE Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. Here I am Lord SHARING THE PEACE OF JESUS The Peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. And also with you. Meal God feeds us with the presence of Jesus Christ. MISSION & MINISTRY HIGHLIGHTS OFFERING PRAYER Source of every blessing, You have planted us beside living waters and nourished our souls with your ways of life. In gratitude and thanksgiving for the fruit we have born in due season, we return these gifts to you. Bless them with your manifold grace, and multiply them in your mercy, that they may go forth to heal a world trapped in loneliness and isolation. In the name of the one who leads us into life, we pray. Amen. STEWARDSHIP MOMENT 6 th Sunday after Epiphany Luke 6:17-26 Looking at his disciples, he said Jesus looked at his disciples when he spoke but in verses it is clear that he is speaking to all who hear. The message Jesus brings call for change of behavior. What is it we hear for ourselves in this text? [written by Faith Simonieg, Assistant to the Bishop for Stewardship and Generosity] Contact Good Shepherd at: (701) GoodShepherdBismarck.com 2

10 OFFERING AND SONG Take My Life That I May Be Our offering is a significant act of worship, and we now worship God through our giving. God s mission and ministry for Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is completely dependent upon your faithful and generous giving. PREPARATION 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. INVITATION TO HOLY COMMUNION THE MEAL Jesus died and rose again, and in this sacrament, our Lord Jesus is present with us in a special and mysterious way. Everyone is welcome at the Lord s Table and may receive the gifts of bread and wine. Gluten-free wafers are available by request and the chalice is divided to provide wine on the darker side and grape juice on the lighter side. SONG SONG Mighty to Save Death was Arrested Sending God blesses us and sends us in mission to the world. BLESSING & 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 SONG All the People Said Amen DISMISSAL Go in peace. Christ is your light. Thanks be to God. POSTLUDE Thank You for your ministry today! Sermon Pastor Craig Schweitzer Presiding Pastor Julie Anderson Worship Team Barb Murry Robert Hart Bill Thompson Yvonne Smith Erin Hill-Oban Erin Jacobson Mike Gilbertson Jim Fleming Drew Wyum Let it Rise by Holland Davis 1997 Maranatha! Music. Trading My Sorrows by Darrell Evans 1998 Integrity s Hosanna! Music Messiah words and Music by Larry Olson 1989 Dakota Road Music Here I Am, Lord words by Daniel Schutte music by Daniel Schutte Michael Pope, SJ, Daniel L. Schutte and John Weissrock. C. Daniel L. Schutte and New Dawn Music. Words and Music by Scott Underwood 1995 Mercy / Vineyard Publishing (Admin. by Vineyard Music USA) For use solely with the SongSelect Terms of Use. All rights reserved. Mighty to Save by Ben Fielding and Reuben Morgan 2006 Hillsong Publishing (Admin. in U.S. & Canada by Integrity s Hosanna! Music) "Death was Arrested" byadam Kersh Brandon Coker Heath Balltzglier Paul Taylor Smith 2015 Seems Like Music (Admin. by BMG Rights Management [c/o Music Services, Inc.]) Adam Kersh Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) All the People Said Amen CCLI Song # Matt Maher Paul Moak Trevor Morgan 2013 Universal Music - Brentwood Benson Publishing (Admin. by Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Inc.) Thankyou Music (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing) Valley Of Songs Music (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing) Trevor Morgan Music All rights reserved. Used by permission. All Words & Music re-printed by permission. All Rights Reserved.. CCLI # OneLicense.net #A CVLI License # SundaysandSeasons.com. Augsburg Fortress Annual Liturgies License Worship questions or conversations contact: Peder Gulleson at peder@goodshepherdbismarck.com or

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15 Ways to Support GSLC s Mission Text Set up a one-time or recurring donation by texting the amount you wish to give to GSLC App Download the GSLC APP and use the Give button. You can manage and view your giving from the convenience of your smartphone! Kiosk Visit our Giving Kiosk in the Lobby/Narthex to set up a one-time gift. For more information please visit the church office or call Melanie at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church is located on the corner of Washington St. and Divide Ave. Contact Good Shepherd at: (701) GoodShepherdBismarck.com