Welcome! Opening Hymn In The Cross Of Christ I Glory LSB 427

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1 Welcome! Opening Hymn In The Cross Of Christ I Glory LSB 427 Public domain Invocation The invocation reminds us that the Triune God (Father, Son, and Holy Spirit) is here with us and has claimed us as His own. Pastor: In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. People: Amen. 1a

2 Confession & Forgiveness (Confessing our sins keeps us honest with ourselves and with God. It is an act of owning the reality that we have fallen short of God s expectations and need a savior. Thankfully, in Jesus Christ we are fully and freely forgiven. Christians know this but we need to hear it often.) Pastor: If you, O Lord, kept a record of sins, People: O Lord, who could stand? Pastor: But with You there is forgiveness; People: Therefore You are feared. (Psalm 130:3-4) Pastor: Let us then confess our sins to God our Father. People: Most merciful God, we confess that we are by nature sinful and unclean. We have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We justly deserve your present and eternal punishment. For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in your will and walk in your ways to the glory of your holy name. Amen. (Silence for reflection on God s Word and for self-examination.) Pastor: Upon this your confession, I, by virtue of my office as a called and ordained servant of the Word, announce the grace of God to all of you, and in the stead and by the command of my Lord Jesus Christ I announce to you the forgiveness of all your sins in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. People: Amen. (Please be seated) Collect Pastor: Almighty God, by Your great goodness mercifully look upon Your people that we may be governed and preserved evermore in body and soul; through Jesus Christ, Your Son, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. People: Amen 2a

3 (Note: During the season of Lent, the Hymn of Praise/Gloria are omitted) Children s Message Jeremy Ashley Minister for Families with Young Children The Word The Old Testament Ezekiel 37:1-14 (The Valley of Dry Bones) Reader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God! (Note: During the season of Lent, the Gospel Acclamation is omitted) The Gospel Lesson John 11:1-27, (The Death of Lazarus) Pastor: This is the Gospel of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God! 3a

4 Hymn of the Day Jesus Christ, My Sure Defense LSB 741 Public domain The Sermon S E R M O N N O T E S To think about this week: Veiled Victories Life and Death The Apostles Creed - When we confess the faith of the Church in the creed, our confession speaks about God who He is and what He has done. We are answering the question of Jesus: Who do you say that I am? 4a

5 Tithes & Offerings/ Friendship Roster But seek ye first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well. -Matthew 6:33 Offertory Song Prayer of the Church (You may sit or kneel) (After each petition) Pastor: Lord, in your mercy; People: Hear our prayer. The Lord s Prayer Benediction Numbers 6:24-26 (This is God having the last word; bestowing a blessing on His people. God sends His people into the world with the promise of His favor and His peace.) Pastor: The Lord bless you and keep you The Lord make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace. People: Amen. Closing Hymn I Am Trusting Thee, Lord Jesus LSB 729 Public domain 5a

6 PRAYER LIST Trinity seeks to be a praying church. This means far more than the pastor praying during worship. We encourage you to pray daily for the various people and needs listed below as well as the many needs of our community and our world. To add someone to the prayer list (or to remove someone) please contact church@trinityct.org or x 143. Members Who Are Ill/Recovering Helen Luft, Sue Obertyniuk, Kris Pauli, Mike Stockmeyer, Matthew Price, Anne Peters, Diane Prior, Jim Justus, Leonard Bertrand, Roy Jackson, Jane Boeling, Colleen Thompson, Keith Ringstad, Lisa Peace, Wolfgang Rechenbach, Onalee Young, Lucille Fuller, Charlie Baarck, Vincent Behnke, Patricia Bennett, Dan Simurdiak Others Who Are Ill/Recovering: Colleen Caster, Lani Nolan, Elaine Carr, Margie McConnell, Daniel Morris, Kim Spencer, John Cook, Danielle Fout, Jan Rex, Kathy Starnes, Christopher Martens, Carol Terrell, Sam Kell, Cheryl and Dan Livingston, Judy Reed, Jeannette Eschenbrenner, Brian Gothard, Derek Obertyniuk, Tim McGrath, Elizabeth Zeidler, Ronald Trombley, Sandra and Jerry Fleming, Nathan and Elenore L., Steven Impullitti, Ed Bozich, Rick Adams, Morgan Harmon, Jeff Suitt, John Kutz, Kathy Czischke, Chuck Baker, Peter Doering, Dana Grace Test, Joey Maniaci, Victor and Renee Hecker, Melody Lirato, Mike Sweepy, Elyse Peters, Anita Fraser, Jerry McMillan, Pat Lowrie, Carl and Sandy Wilczynski, Kathy Stuart, Pat Blount, Bud Shuell, John Guzman, Arlene Loveday This Week s Special Prayer Requests: For the Sick and Suffering For the Caring Ministries of the Church For the poor, oppressed, jobless, and homeless For those persecuted for their faith In Memory of: Richard Jeffrey Briggs 12/1/39 3/7/2016, Family of John Barbara Those Serving in the Armed Forces Eric Arthur, Art Baker, Daniel Bergstresser, Jeremy Bridgeman, Louis Cage, Shelby Clippard, Joe Cognitore, Mike Cuneo, Chad Czischke, Richard Dembowski, Jorge Dimmer, Don Ehrke, Melissa Flood, Isaac Gibson, Matthew Hudson, Joseph Jedenasty, Michael Kayser, Alec Kohler, Kory Kramer, Garret LaBudde, Thomas LeClair, Ethan LeClair, Senior Chief Jason Lipka, Christopher F. MacArthur, David A. MacArthur, Sally Maize, Anthony Marsack, Mario Marval, Robert McDonald, M. Scott McCormick, Rodrigo Mendoza, Gary Mifsud, Matthew Moeser, Michael Niemczyk, Renae Niemczyk, Derek Olivares, Graham Puranen, John Renard, Zachary Rice, Michael Rich, Tyler Rakowski, Sean Schess, Troy Sears, Joshua Schumaker, Christopher Stanifer, Randy Tirsell, Kelly Wade,Thomas Woloszyk, Jacob Yore Civilians Supporting Military - Paula Smith SERVING AS LEADERS IN TODAY S WORSHIP - 8AM Preacher: Pastor Ken Wise Assisting: Pastor Gary Richard Pastor Brian West Minister of Worship/Music: Paul Finazzo Elders: Greg Gellert Praying Hands: Norm Conrad Reader: Debbie Montgomery Wedding: Chelsea Kortz and David Dettmer Flowers Placed by The Altar Guild 6a Wi-Fi is available for all electronic devices! Look for TLC-Guest and use the password ResponsibleGuest (all one word)