The Order of Worship Evangelical Lutheran Worship Holy ommunion Setting Ten astor ongregation L Liturgist/Leader ( ) Indicates appropriate times to make the sign of the cross as a reminder of our Baptism. It is not obligatory to do so. age numbers refer to service elements found in the front of Evangelical Lutheran Worship (pp. 94-331); large numbers refer to service music and hymns (151-893). Gathering Our Gathering today heightens the significance of this part of every Sunday s worship pattern. We gather in the Atrium to symbolize that we come from the world to enter the church. When we hear the biblical account of Jesus entry into Jerusalem from Matthew, it is not that we are propelled back in time, but rather that today Jesus enters our city, our congregation, our lives, and we laud him as king. -adapted from Worship Guidebook for Lent and the Three Days, Minneapolis: Augsburg Fortress, 2009 Acclamation c Hosanna. Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. rocessional Gospel Mark 11:1-11 The holy gospel according to Mark, the eleventh chapter. Glory to you, O Lord. When they were approaching Jerusalem, at Bethphage and Bethany, near the Mount of Olives, he sent two of his disciples and said to them, "Go into the village ahead of you, and immediately as you enter it, you will find tied there a colt that has never been ridden; untie it and bring it. If anyone says to you, 'Why are you doing this?' just say this, 'The Lord needs it and will send it back here immediately.' " They went away and found a colt tied near a door, outside in the street. As they were untying it, some of the bystanders said to them, "What are you doing, untying the colt?" They told them what Jesus had said; and they allowed them to take it. Then they brought the colt to Jesus and threw their cloaks on it; and he sat on it. Many people spread their cloaks on the road, and others spread leafy branches that they had cut in the fields. Then those who went ahead and those who followed were shouting, "Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord! Blessed is the coming kingdom of our ancestor David! Hosanna in the highest heaven!" Then he entered Jerusalem and went into the temple; and when he had looked around at everything, as it was already late, he went out to Bethany with the twelve. The gospel of the Lord. raise to you, O hrist. Blessing of the alms The Lord be with you. And also with you. rocession c Let us pray: We praise you, O God, for redeeming the world through our Savior Jesus hrist. Today he entered the holy city in triumph and was proclaimed messiah and king by those who spread garments and branches along his way. Bless these branches and those who carry them. Grant us grace to follow our Lord in the way of the cross, so that, joined to his death and resurrection, we enter into life with you; through the same Jesus hrist, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Let us go forth in peace, in the name of hrist. Amen. Hosanna. Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.
Led by the choir, with palms waving, the congregation processes into the Sanctuary singing: rayer of the Day Let us pray: Sovereign God, you have established your rule in the human heart through the servanthood of Jesus hrist. By your Spirit, keep us in the joyful procession of those who with their tongues confess Jesus as Lord and with their lives praise him as Savior, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. The congregation may be seated. Anthem Sing Hosanna! harles Mcartha Sing Hosanna! Shout the news King Jesus comes, worship him with joyful song. Wave your palms and shout His praise, sing with hearts and voices raised! Now to our city hrist come to bring peace and love. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Let your songs and praises ring, Jesus reigns as King of kings! Word Lesson pew Bible p. 773 Zechariah 9:9-10 Young readers Adventure Bible p. 1109 L Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. hildren ages 4 years through 3 rd grade are invited to attend the children s sermon in room 115. Sermon astor Jim Graeser The congregation may stand. hildren will return from the children s sermon. Hymn of the Day 416 At the Name of Jesus KING S WESTON omit stanza 2 2
rayers Lord, in Your mercy, receive our prayer. eace The peace of the Lord be with you always. And also with you. We make peace with God and each other before coming to the Lord s table. The congregation may be seated. Meal Offering We give back to God out of the abundance with which He has blessed us. All Faithful Ones offering received during the month of March will support Family Gateway. Family Gateway's mission is to provide stability and life-changing supportive services to children and families affected by homelessness. Family Gateway understands the devastating effects of homelessness on a child s brain development and works hard every day to provide stability and to build resilience for those in their care. Family Gateway empowers families to transform their lives and achieve self-sufficiency and engages children in opportunities to learn and grow so they can create a new family legacy. If you wish to offer additional funds for this ministry, please use an envelope which may be found in the Narthex. hecks should be made out to King of Glory with Faithful Ones in the memo. Lift Up Your Heads, O Ye Gates William Mathias Lift up your heads, O ye gates, and be ye lift up ye everlasting doors, and the King of glory shall come in. Who is this King of glory? The Lord strong and mighty, the Lord mighty in battle. Who is this King of glory? The Lord of hosts, he is the King of glory! salm 24:7-10 The congregation may stand. Response rayer Let us pray: Merciful God, receive the sacrifice of our praise and thanksgiving and the offering of our lives, that following in the way of the cross, we may know the joy of the resurrection; through hrist our Lord. Amen. 3
Great Thanksgiving We prepare our hearts and minds to receive hrist. Sanctus It is indeed right, our duty, and our joy we praise your name and join their unending hymn: Holy, holy, holy Lord Words of Institution With these words, the pastor consecrates the elements for Holy ommunion. Lord s rayer 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. The congregation may be seated. Agnus Dei Lamb of God Distribution of ommunion At King of Glory we welcome all who believe Jesus hrist is present for and with us in the bread and wine. If you would prefer not to receive wine, simply request white grape juice when served. Gluten-free wafers may also be requested. hildren and adults not communing are invited to come forward for a word of blessing. Open hands show you wish to receive communion; folded hands show you want a blessing. 4
Anthem The King of Glory omes Anna Laura age Hymn 612 Healer of Our Every Ill HEALER OF OUR EVERY ILL The congregation may stand. Blessing The body and blood of our Lord Jesus hrist strengthen you and keep you in His grace. Amen. rayer after ommunion L Let us pray: ompassionate God, you have fed us with the bread of heaven. Sustain us in our Lenten pilgrimage: may our fasting be hunger for justice, our alms, a making of peace, and our prayer, the song of grateful hearts; through hrist our Lord. Amen. Benediction Sending Just as we began, we end worship in the Name of the Triune God. May God who has called us forth from the dust of the earth, and claimed us as children of the light, strengthen you on your journey into life renewed. The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord s face shine upon you with grace and mercy. The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace. Amen. Sending Hymn Rejoice, the Lord Is King DARWALL S 148 TH Dismissal Marked with the cross of hrist, go forth to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. We are sent into the world, loving one another as hrist first loved us. losing Voluntary aean Kenneth Leighton ortions of the liturgy are reprinted from Evangelical Lutheran Worship, 2006 Augsburg Fortress. Other liturgical aids are from Sundays and Seasons 2011 Augsburg Fortress. Reprinted with permission. OneLicense #A-705448 SERVING TODAY astor Jim Graeser, astor Olin Knudsen Laurel Dickson, reader Meagan Seddelmeyer, acolyte Sarah Hornung, crucifer Alleluia hoir, Emily Becker, director; Laudate Singers, Karen McAdams, director; Ruth Moncrief, piano The King of Glory Ringers, Jan Fisher, director The King of Glory hoir Michael Shake, organ