Because GOD is generous, we are generous.

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1 Because GOD is generous, we are generous. Sunday, Sept. 30, 2018

2 Welcome to Worship at St. Andrew s Our mission: Proclaim Jesus Christ, Live in Christ, Serve! Listening devices and LARGE PRINT bulletins are available at the Hospitality Desk. Children are welcome in worship! Childcare (ages birth to 5) is available in the nursery. The service can also be viewed on televisions in the Atrium, Library, and Infant Nursery. For more information visit us at the Hospitality Desk or saintandrews.org. Prelude Prelude on Rhosymedre Hymn For the Beauty of the Earth Ralph Vaughan Williams dix 2

3 We gather in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen Confession and Forgiveness The earth is the Lord s and all that is in it, the world and those who live in it. (Psalm 24:1) Lord forgive us for believing that it all belongs to us. Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver. (2 Cor. 9:7) Lord forgive us when we are less than enthusiastic about sharing the multitude of blessings that you shower upon us each and every day. Then Jesus said to them, Watch out! Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; life does not consist in an abundance of possessions. (Luke 12:15) Lord forgive us for succumbing to the culture s message of always wanting and needing more. Hear the good news. By Jesus death and resurrection we are forgiven and through the waters of baptism we are born new. Let us live in that promise and trust that God s daily bread and grace will be sufficient for the coming days. And all God s people said: Amen 3

4 Hymn Come, Christians, Join to Sing madrid 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 Good and gracious God, we give you thanks for the blessings of life; for being there in the midst of the multitude of good times and walking perhaps closer than we will ever fully realize during the difficult times. You are the giver and sustainer of life, and we are forever grateful. Amen Anthem 9:00 Be Strong Sandy Wilkinsen Celebration Singers 10:30 Shadrach, Meshach and Abednego arr. Joseph M. Martin Middle School Choir Lesson 2 Corinthians 8:1-7 We want you to know, brothers and sisters, about the grace of God that has been granted to the churches of Macedonia; for during a severe ordeal of affliction, their abundant joy and their extreme poverty have overflowed in a wealth of generosity on their part. For, as I can testify, they voluntarily gave according to their means, and even beyond their means, begging us earnestly for the privilege of sharing in this ministry to the saints and this, not merely as we expected; they gave themselves first to the Lord and, by the will of God, to us, so that we might urge Titus that, as he had already made a beginning, so he should also complete this generous undertaking among you. Now as you excel in everything in faith, in speech, in knowledge, in utmost eagerness, and in our love for you so we want you to excel also in this generous undertaking. *** We welcome children to Dock Children s Education at this time.*** Ensure your child is wearing a nametag with name and grade level. See front of yellow bulletin insert for pickup locations. 5

6 Anthem Walk Together, Children There s a great camp meetin in the promised lan. Oh, walk together children, don t you get weary, Walk together children, don t you get weary, Oh, talk together children, don t you get weary, There s a great camp meeting in the promised land. Moses Hogan St. Andrew s Choir Gonna walk an never tire, there s a great camp meetin in the promised lan. Gonna sing an never tire, there s a great camp meetin in the promised lan. Gonna shout an never tire, there s a great camp meetin in the promised lan. Oh, walk together children, don t you get weary, Sing on, my children, don t you get weary, Just-a shout together children, don t you get weary, There s a great camp meeting in the promised land. Sacrament of Holy Baptism 9:00 Ingrid Anna Moher child of Katherine Seltz and Richard Moher Thomas Leland Trow child of Katie and Westin Trow 10:30 Josephine Grace Schille child of Rita and Matthew Schille Mabel Ann Dickey child of Dana and Ryan Dickey Kate Elizabeth Mohrlant child of Carla Sinz Mohrlant and Andrew Mohrlant 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. 6

7 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 God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending 1. God, whose giving knows no ending, From your rich and endless store: Nature s wonder, Jesus wisdom, Costly cross, grave s shattered door. Gifted by you, we turn to you, Off ring up ourselves in praise: Thankful song shall rise forever, Gracious donor of our days. beach spring 2. Skills and time are ours for pressing Toward the goals of Christ, your Son: All at peace in health and freedom, Races joined, the church made one. Now direct our daily labor, Lest we strive for self alone: Born with talents, make us servants Fit to answer at your throne. 3 Treasure, too, you have entrusted, Gain through pow rs your grace conferred: Ours to use for home and kindred, And to spread the Gospel Word. Open wide our hands in sharing, As we heed Christ s ageless call. Healing, teaching, and reclaiming, Serving you by loving all. 7

8 Holy Gospel Luke 19:1-10 All (sung): Glory to you, O Lord. Jesus entered Jericho and was passing through it. A man was there named Zacchaeus; he was a chief tax collector and was rich. He was trying to see who Jesus was, but on account of the crowd he could not, because he was short in stature. So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore tree to see him, because he was going to pass that way. When Jesus came to the place, he looked up and said to him, Zacchaeus, hurry and come down; for I must stay at your house today. So he hurried down and was happy to welcome him. All who saw it began to grumble and said, He has gone to be the guest of one who is a sinner. Zacchaeus stood there and said to the Lord, Look, half of my possessions, Lord, I will give to the poor; and if I have defrauded anyone of anything, I will pay back four times as much. Then Jesus said to him, Today salvation has come to this house, because he too is a son of Abraham. For the Son of Man came to seek out and to save the lost. The Gospel of the Lord. All (sung): Praise to you, O Christ. Sermon The Hound of Heaven Gerry Rafftery, Pastor of Generosity Offering Molto Adagio from Chorale in A minor C. Franck Offertory Doxology old hundredth 8

9 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. 9

10 Hymn Take My Life patmos Post-Communion Blessing Benediction 10 The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. Amen Post-Communion Prayer We give you thanks, almighty God, that you have refreshed us through the healing power of this gift of life. In your mercy, strengthen us through this gift, in faith toward you and in fervent love toward one another; for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen 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.

11 Hymn Praise and Thanksgiving bunessan Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. Postlude Rondeau Joseph Mouret Please let our Hospitality Desk staff know if you would like a pastor to pray with you following worship. Music Today Celebration Singers and Middle School Choir; Jennifer Starr, director St. Andrew s Choir; Jan Gilbertson, director and organist Next Sunday in the Sanctuary Sermon: Eyes of Faith Scripture: Mark 10:46-52; Jeremiah 7:11-15; Isaiah 56: 5,7 Music 9:00 High School Choir; St. Andrew s Choir; Handbells 10:30 Choristers; St. Andrew s Choir: New Dimension Singers; Handbells Concerts in the Sanctuary Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra Concert Sunday, Oct. 14, 2018; 4 p.m. Freewill offering. President s Own U.S. Marine Band Concert Sunday, October 21, 2018; 4 p.m. Doors open at 3:15. Free concert; limit four tickets per request. Tickets available at Please Note: Enter only at Door #1 East Sanctuary entrance. No parking in west lot. No backpacks or large purses/bags are allowed in the building. Tickets are valid until 3:45 p.m. Open seating thereafter. 11

12 Mike Carlson Lead Pastor Sarah Breckenridge Executive Pastor John Straiton Teaching Pastor Brian Norsman Pastor of Outreach and Mission Kyle Jackson Pastor of Congregational Care Erin Morris Deacon / Intern Pastor Gerry Rafftery Pastor of Generosity Jenny Sung Mission Developer Caroline Keenan Intern Pastor Worship at St. Andrew s 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 The Depot Church, Hugo Sunday 5:15 p.m. Oneka Elementary Nursery care (ages birth to 5) at all services. 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi MN Portions of the liturgy are from 2018 Augsburg Fortress. Reprinted by permission under ONE LICENSE #A All rights reserved.