GATHERING. An AMMPARO Welcoming Congregation *GREETING. Psalm 100:3 Pastor Amy Larson WORD PSALM: 37:1-11,

Transcription

1 GATHERING GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH GATHERING MUSIC: "Aria" from the Goldberg Variations - J. S A Congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in PRAYER America BELL - WELCOME - ANNOUNCEMENTS A Reconciling in Christ Congregation *GATHERING SONG: #651 Oh, Praise the Gracious Power vs. An AMMPARO Welcoming Congregation *GREETING We Are God s People and the Sheep of God s Pasture *PRAYER OF THE DAY: Let us pray Amen. Psalm 100:3 Pastor Amy Larson WORD Brooke Joyce, Music Director CHILDREN S MESSAGE Jon Ailabouni, Interim Music Coordinator FIRST READING: Genesis 45:3-11, 15 Kathryn Thompson, Director of Children, Youth and Family Word Ministry of God. Word of Life. Thanks be to God. Seventh Sunday after Epiphany February 24, :30 a.m. PSALM: 37:1-11, Do not be provoked by evildoers; do not be jealous of those who do wrong. 2 For they shall soon wither like the grass, and like the green grass fade away. 3 Put your trust in the LORD and do good; dwell in the land and find safe pasture. 4 Take delight in the LORD, who shall give you your heart s desire. 5 Commit your way to the LORD; put your trust in the LORD, and see what God will do. 6 The LORD will make your vindication as clear as the ligh and the justice of your case like the noonday sun. 7 Be still before the LORD and wait patiently. Do not be prov the one who succeeds in evil schemes. 8 Refrain from anger, leave rage alone; do not be provoked; it leads on- ly to evil. 9 For evildoers shall be cut off, but those who hope in the LORD shall pos- sess the land. 10 In a little while the wicked shall be no more; even if you search out their place, they will not be the 11 But the lowly shall pos- sess the land; they will delight in abun- dance of peace. 39 But the deliverance of the righteous comes from you, O you are their stronghold in time of trouble. 40 You, O LORD, will help them and rescue them; you will rescue them from the wicked and deliver them, be

2 *SENDING SONG: #544 Praise the Lord, Rise Up Rejoicing *PRAYER BELL - DISMISSAL: Go in peace. Shine the light of Ch POSTLUDE: Goldberg Variation 10 - J. S. Bach (The postlude sends us out for service in the world. Feel free to u helps to send you out!) Copyright 2015 Augsburg Fortress. A permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License. *GOSPEL: Luke 6:27-38 The Holy Gospel according to Luke. Glory to you, O Lord. The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. SERMON *HYMN OF THE DAY: #631 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling *WELCOME OF NEW MEMBERS-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, Today we rejoice to welcome new members Karen McLean a Anderson. Thanks to Shepherds Naomi Craft and Ed and Joy welcoming these members. TODAY S WORSHIP LEADERSHIP AND HOSPITALITY USHER GREETER: Anna Norris; ACOLYTE: Maggie Norris, ASSISTING M Kate Narveson; CANTOR: Kate Narveson; COMMUNION SERV Barbara Berg and Jane Kemp; FELLOWSHIP: Carol Hasvold, G born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, Ruth died, Bruce; and was ORGANIST/PIANIST: buried; Kathy Reed; PREACHER & PRE 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 THIS living WEEK and the AT GOOD dead. I SHEPHERD believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of Sunday, saints, the February forgiveness 24 Seventh Sunday after Epiphany of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. 9:30 a.m. - Worship with Holy Communion New Member Sund We rejoice to welcome new members Karen McLean and Wes, Erin, Annelies 10:30 and a.m. Quinn - Fellowship Anderson Hour People of God, do you promise to support and pray for these new members 10:50 in a.m. their - Sunday life in School Christ? We do, and we ask God to help and guide us. 11:00 a.m. - Adult Forum Jazz and Worship 11:30 a.m.- New member/shepherds potluck *PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION: Each petition ends: God of mercy, hear Tuesday, our prayer. February 26 *PEACE: The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you 7:00 p.m. - CLA Circle Gail Judisch hosts MEAL Wednesday, February 27 OFFERTORY MUSIC: Goldberg Variation 13 - J. S. Bach 5:30 p.m. - Confirmation Class *OFFERING SONG: #483 Here is Bread (not available in LG print) 7:00 p.m. - Choir rehearsal *OFFERING PRAYER: Let us pray Amen. 8:00 p.m. - Band rehearsal *COMMUNION LITURGY: P Thursday, February 28 *LORD S PRAYER P. 112 Our Father, who art in heaven 10:00 a.m. - Bible Study with Pastor Amy 12 noon - Centering Prayer HOLY COMMUNION: All are welcome at Christ s table. Ushers will direct 3:30 you to p.m. the - communion Governance Advance Team rail. If you wish to be served Communion in the pew, please inform one of Friday, the ushers. March The 1 bread is made with gluten-free ingredients. Receive the bread with open hands, then 1:00 dip p.m. it into - either World the Day of Prayer - St Benedicts Church Social H chalice of wine or the glass goblet containing grape juice. Egg-free wheat 3:45 wafers p.m. are - Outreach available and Hospitality Committee upon request. If you prefer a blessing, place your arms in front of your chest. Sunday, You are March also 3 welcome - Transfiguration of our Lord to remain in the pew for reflection. 9:30 a.m. - Worship with Holy Communion 11a.m. Broadcast COMMUNION HYMN: Lamb of God P. 174, #708 Jesu, Jesu Fill Us with 10:30 Your a.m. Love, - Fellowship #474 Bred Hour

3 at the Narthex table today following worship. practices, building trust and spiritual companionship in small gro action/reflection model. The Grace Institute has long and deep ADULT FORUM TODAY- JAZZ AND WORSHIP: Join Jon Ailabouni on Hanson Sunday, was February one of 24, the for founders and for many years it's directo a presentation on jazz, faith, and worship. From the music of Duke Ellington Marion and were Mary foundational Lou in setting the tone and direction for t Williams to John Coltrane and Albert Ayler, jazz music has a long history staff of being now includes explicitly Mike tied and Sue Blair and Jane Jakoubek, and to worship and spirituality. The Forum will explore how jazz carries meaning presenter through for sound the opening and retreat in August Naomi Craft how the music offers a fresh perspective in worship and our faith lives. We Grace had Institute a wonderful in its early jazz years. To learn more about the prog worship led by Jon last week. Three more jazz services are scheduled on presenters March 17, and April worship 28, leaders, and cost, see and May 19, PRAYER LIST: Angie Sadler, Sara Hanssen, Harland Nelson, Jut ADULT FORUM NEXT WEEK: On March 3rd the Faith and Stories series Ullestad, resumes Verne for Koenig, two Russ Freerking, Don Berg, Bev Tangen, weeks, with Dr. Paula Carlson again leading the discussions. Readings for Rendack, these sessions Helen Hermeier, are Anthony Ruiz, all residents and staff a available today on the Narthex table. For March 3: Sue Miller s While Wellington I Was Gone. Place, For Mosaic Houses, and our seminarians. Relative March 10: James Baldwin s Notes of a Native Son. (cousin of Nathan and Abby Larson), Adam Thompson (brother o (son of Gloria Hove), Joanne (mother of Sue Blair), Karsten Fisch Luther College music faculty members baritone Jonathon Struve and Donna pianist Struve Nicholas (mother of Jonathon Struve), Cinda Levik (mother Shaneyfelt will present a voice recital at 2:00 p.m. today in Luther's Noble Brynsaas Recital (sister Hall of in Jenson- LaVerne Ramsey), Phyllis Grainger (mother o Noble Hall of Music. Flutist Carol Hester will also collaborate on the recital. Bayo Oyebade The performance and the is Mashiah Foundation in Jos, Nigeria, an open to the public with no charge for admission. Hungary. SUMMER FUN AT CAMP EWALU! - Explore God s creation, make new friends, try new things and learn about God s love. Kids finishing 2 nd -12 th grade can go to Camp Ewalu. Pick up your registration form on the Narthex table today following worship or register online at Ewalu.org. Register before February 28 to receive an early registration discount. Thanks to the generosity of Good Shepherd during the EmPower Good Shepherd Stewardship Appeal, camperships will be provided for all Good Shepherd kids who wish to attend Ewalu. Please bring a copy of your registration confirmation to the church office by June 1 so we can get you the campership funds. DRIVERS NEEDED: There is an ongoing need for volunteers willing to assist our immigrant neighbors by providing transportation to critically important appointments in Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, and occasionally Omaha and Chicago. If you are able to add your name to a growing list of people willing to serve as drivers, please contact Dave Judisch judiscda@luther.edu. THE ONEOTA VALLEY CHAMBER ORCHESTRA PRESENTS: A Czech Influence: Today, 2:30 PM Decorah High School - free admission. Program: Lachian Dances Nos. 5 & 6 - Leos Janacek, Symphony No. 38 (Prague) - Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart, Cello Concerto in B Minor - Antonin Dvorak, Craig Hultgren soloist. Called "Daring and Dramatic", Dvorak's cello concerto is seen as the totem of the instrument's ability to be a solo instrument. The concerto was conceived in part during Dvorak s time in Spillville.

4 community in the name of the Good Shepherd. In keeping with our welcome, Good Shepherd is a Reconciling in Christ congregation, affirming our welcome to gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and queer identifying persons to participate fully in the life of our congregation. We are an AMMPARO Welcoming Congregation - Accompanying Migrant Minors with Protection, Advocacy, Representation and Opportunities. WELCOME GUESTS. THERE IS A PLACE FOR YOU HERE. Guests and members please sign and pass the red Hospitality Books in the pews. Guests, you re welcome to take the information cards about Good Shepherd. Good Shepherd members invite you to coffee and conversation in our Fellowship Hall following worship. ALL ARE WELCOME TO SHARE IN HOLY COMMUNION. It is Christ s table and Christ is the host. Instructions are included in the communion section of the Order of Worship. THE PRESENCE, ENERGY, AND NOISE OF CHILDREN ARE MOST WELCOME HERE. The sound of a child in worship is the sound of a new Christian being formed. This congregation is glad to share in this work. A nursery is also available as a quiet space for parents and children. Activity bags are available there as well. Mothers are welcome to nurse anywhere that works for you and your child. An Infant Feeding Corner is available for breast or bottle feeding in the library, across from the restrooms near the Fellowship Hall. Please turn on the space heater to warm the room for you and your child. GOOD SHEPHERD LUTHERAN CHURCH 701 Iowa Avenue, Decorah, IA decorahgoodshepherd@gmail.com goodshepherddecorah.org Pastor Amy: Cell , amyzlarson@gmail.com

5

6