July 15, 2018 8:30 a.m. Eighth Sunday after entecost
The Order of Worship astor L Leader ongregation ( ) 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 Opening Voluntary The Doxology Traditional; John Adams, arr. The congregation may stand. Dialogue Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus hrist, who chose us in hrist before the foundation of the world, who destined us for adoption as his children through Jesus hrist, who has forgiven our sins according to the riches of his grace, and has made known to us the mystery of his will. This is our God! Let us worship together. Entrance Hymn Blessed Be Your Name Matt Redman
onfession and Forgiveness Blessed be the holy Trinity, one God, full of compassion and mercy, abounding in steadfast love. Amen. Trusting God s promise of forgiveness, let us confess our sin against God and one another. L L For peace in the world, for the health of the church, for the unity of all; for this holy house, for all who worship and praise, let us pray to the Lord, let us pray to the Lord: Kyrie eleison For peace in our hearts, for peace in our homes, for friends and family; for life and for love, for our work and our play, let us pray to the Lord, let us pray to the Lord: Kyrie eleison Eternal God our creator, in you we live and move and have our being. Look upon us, your children, the work of your hands. Forgive us all our offenses, and cleanse us from proud thoughts and empty desires. By your grace draw us near to you, our refuge and our strength; through Jesus hrist our Lord. Amen. Since we are justified by faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus hrist. God s love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit given to us. In the mercy of almighty God, hrist died for us while we still were sinners; and for his sake, God forgives you all your sins. Amen. 2
Greeting The grace of our Lord Jesus hrist, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you. Hymn of raise 3
rayer of the Day Let us pray: O God, from you come all holy desires, all good counsels, and all just works. Give to us, your servants, that peace which the world cannot give, that our hearts may be set to obey your commandments; and also that we, being defended from the fear of our enemies, may live in peace and quietness, through Jesus hrist, our Savior and Lord. Amen. The congregation may be seated. Word Lesson pew Bible, p. 949 Ephesians 1:3-14 Young readers Adventure Bible p. 1371 L Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. The congregation may stand. Gospel pew Bible p. 817 Mark 6:14-29 Young readers Adventure Bible p. 1172 The gospel of the Lord. Thanks be to God. The congregation may be seated. 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 333 Jesus Is a Rock in a Weary Land WEARY LAND Apostles reed I believe in God, the Father Almighty, reator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus hrist, God's only Son, our Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under ontius ilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; 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 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. As a community of believers, we stand as one and confess our faith. 4
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 Your Faithful Ones for July will go to support Lutheran Immigration and Refugee Service (LIRS). For nearly 80 years, LIRS has helped over 500,000 migrants and refugees rebuild their lives in America. urrently, LIRS is providing safe and nurturing foster care for 148 children who have been separated from their parents at the border. Your donations will help LIRS continue to care for these children and hundreds of other unaccompanied minors. For more information about LIRS, please go to their website at https://www.lirs.org. 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. ome Ye Sinners, oor and Needy Joseph Hart ome, ye sinners, poor and needy, weak and wounded, sick and sore; Jesus ready stands to save you, full of pity, love and pow r. I will arise and go to Jesus, He will embrace me in His arms; in the arms of my dear Savior, oh, there are ten thousand charms. ome, ye thirsty, come, and welcome, God s free bounty glorify; true belief and true repentance, every grace that brings you nigh. ome, ye weary, heavy-laden, lost and ruined by the fall; if you tarry till you re better, you will never come at all. View Him prostrate in the garden; on the ground your Maker lies; on the bloody tree behold Him; sinner, will this not suffice? Lo! th incarnate God ascended, pleads the merit of His blood: venture on Him, venture wholly, let no other trust intrude. Let not conscience make you linger, not of fitness fondly dream; all the fitness He requireth is to feel your need of Him. The congregation may stand. rayer Let us pray: Merciful God, you open wide your hand and satisfy the need of every living thing. You have set this feast before us. Open our hands to receive it. Open our hearts to embrace it. Open our lives to live it. We pray this through hrist our Lord. Amen. Great Thanksgiving The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. It is indeed right, our duty, and our joy we praise your name and join their unending hymn: 5
Holy, Holy, Holy Words of Institution 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 6
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. Hymns 814 Take, Oh, Take Me As I Am TAKE ME AS I AM 335 Jesus, Keep Me Near the ross NEAR THE ROSS 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 Let us pray: Jesus hrist, host of this meal, you have given us not only this bread and cup, but your very self, that we may feast on your great love. Filled again by these signs of your grace, may we hunger for your reign of justice, may we thirst for your way of peace, for you are Lord forevermore. Amen. Sending Benediction Just as we began, we end worship in the Name of the Triune God. May God, whose power working in us can do infinitely more than we can ask or imagine, grant you the gifts of faith and hope. Almighty God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless you now and forever. Amen. Sending Hymn 797 Blessed Be the Name HERI NI JINA Dismissal Go in peace. The Spirit sends us forth to serve. Thanks be to God. We are sent into the world, loving one another as hrist first loved us. losing Voluntary Blessed Be the Name John Adams, arr. 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. 7
SERVING TODAY astor Jim Graeser, astor Olin Knudsen John Adams, bass/arranger Stefan Karlsson, piano Andrew opham, percussion Sarah armichael, violin Erika Morgan, vocalist Larry Spencer, trumpet 8
The Flowers in the Sanctuary Today are given by Amy Willms in memory of Dianne Anderson s birthday. The Sensory Room is a safe place for those with differences, such as ADHD or autism, who cannot remain seated for long periods of time quietly or silently, to participate in worship without disturbing those around them. With comfortable seating, adjustable lighting and sound, and a large picture window, this room is a welcome extension of the worship space. rayer Stations are located along the rear wall of the Sanctuary. You are invited to use these stations for personal reflection and prayer before or after worship, or after receiving communion. You are also invited to light a candle the flame a symbol of the light of hrist, sustained in our hearts even as we leave this space. Listening and Visual Aid Devices are available during worship services for those with hearing and sight impairments. If you would like to use this equipment, ask an usher. There are large-print Scripture lessons available on the counter in the Narthex. lease feel free to pick up copies. King of Glory Worship Webcasts Watch King of Glory worship live every Sunday, 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. at www.kingofglory.com. Or, watch recent sermons anytime from the Sermons page under the Resources menu. In Our rayers. Deadline for printed rayer oncerns is Thursday noon. During Sunday s rayers of the eople, we offer prayers for Member Births, Deaths, Hospitalizations, and Healing. To place a name on Sunday s rayers of the eople, please contact Olin Knudsen at oknudsen@sbcglobal.net. For a complete and up-to-date list, please visit the table located in the Narthex. King of Glory Lutheran hurch, ELA 6411 LBJ Freeway, Dallas, Texas 75240 E-mail: office@kingofglory.com (972) 661-9435 web page: www.kingofglory.com ongregation council: council@kingofglory.com astor James E. Graeser, Jr., Lead astor astor Olin Knudsen, Visitation astor Kim Widlund, Director of Administration Rainey Smith, Family Ministry oordinator Harold Huddleston, Director of Youth and Family Ministries Lynn Sullivan, Director of ommunication Michael Shake, Director of Music and Artistic Ministries Kerri Macy, Director of Adult Ministries