Sunday November 20, 2016 Time after Pentecost Worship at 9:30 AM GATHERING Gathering Songs He is Exalted He is exalted The King is exalted on high I will praise Him He is exalted forever exalted And I will praise His name He is the Lord Forever His truth shall reign Heaven and earth Rejoice in His holy name He is exalted The King is exalted on high 1985 Straightway Music CCLI License No. 303098 We Fall Down We fall down We lay our crowns At the feet of Jesus The greatness of mercy and love At the feet of Jesus 1
And we cry holy holy holy And we cry holy holy holy And we cry holy holy holy is the Lamb (repeat from beginning) 1998 worshiptogether.com songs CCLI License No. 303098 Welcome to worship at Vinje Lutheran Church. We want you to know that you are very welcome here. We want this to be a safe place, where we can bring our best and our worst, our peace and our pain. This is a place of healing and reconciliation. And now let us stand as we are able, to confess our brokenness and to hear God s word of forgiveness. Confession and Forgiveness All may make the sign of the cross, the sign marked at baptism, as the presiding minister begins. In the name of God the Father of glory; in the name of God the Son, our Redeemer; in the name of God the holy and life-giving Spirit. Amen. The Sun of righteousness shall rise with shining beams of healing. Let us gather under the wings of God s mercy. Silence is kept for reflection. Gracious God, we acknowledge that we are sinners and we confess our sins those known to us that burden our hearts, and those unknown to us but seen by you. We know that before you nothing remains hidden, and in you everything is revealed. Free us from the slavery of sin; liberate us from the bondage of guilt; and work in us that which is pleasing in your sight; for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. 2
With a heart full of mercy and compassion, God saves us and forgives us all our sins. Christ, the dawn from on high, shines upon us and by the light of the Holy Spirit guides our feet into the way of peace. Amen. Gathering Song Jesus, Messiah He became sin who knew no sin That we might become His righteousness He humbled Himself and carried the cross Love so amazing love so amazing Jesus Messiah Name above all names Blessed Redeemer Emmanuel The Rescue for sinners The Ransom from heaven Jesus Messiah Lord of all His body the bread His blood the wine Broken and poured out all for love The whole earth trembled and the veil was torn Love so amazing love so amazing Jesus Messiah Name above all names Blessed Redeemer Emmanuel The Rescue for sinners The Ransom from heaven Jesus Messiah Lord of all All our hope is in You All our hope is in You All the glory to You God The Light of the world Jesus Messiah Name above all names Blessed Redeemer Emmanuel The Rescue for sinners The Ransom from heaven Jesus Messiah Lord of all Jesus Messiah Lord of all 3
The Lord of all The Lord of all 2008 Vamos Publishing CCLI License No. 303098 Greeting The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you. Prayer of the Day O God, our true life, to serve you is freedom, and to know you is unending joy. We worship you, we glorify you, we give thanks to you for your great glory. Abide with us, reign in us, and make this world into a fit habitation for your divine majesty, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Welcome and Announcements WORD Scripture Reading Colossians 1:11-20 Bible, pg. 956 An early Christian hymn praises the mystery of the political, personal, and mystical Christ, the one who was present at creation and is eternally reigning with God. 11 May you be made strong with all the strength that comes from his glorious power, and may you be prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully 12 giving thanks to the Father, who has enabled you to share in the inheritance of the saints in the light. 13 He has rescued us from the power of darkness and transferred us into the kingdom of his beloved Son, 14 in whom we have redemption, the forgiveness of sins. 15 He is the image of the invisible God, the firstborn of all creation; 16 for in him all things in heaven and on earth were created, things visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or powers all things have been created through him and for him. 17 He himself is before all things, and in him all things hold together. 18 He is the head of the body, the church; he 4
is the beginning, the firstborn from the dead, so that he might come to have first place in everything. 19 For in him all the fullness of God was pleased to dwell, 20 and through him God was pleased to reconcile to himself all things, whether on earth or in heaven, by making peace through the blood of his cross. Word of God, Word of Life Thanks be to God Please stand, as you are able Gospel Acclamation Alleluia Hymnal #170 Holy Gospel Luke 23:33-43 Bible, pg. 859 Amid scoffing and slander from those who sarcastically call him Messiah and king, Jesus reveals that to be Messiah and king is to give one s life for others. Here he uses his power to welcome a despised sinner to paradise but puts his own death into God s hands. The Holy Gospel, according to Luke, the first chapter: Glory to you, O Lord 33 When they came to the place that is called The Skull, they crucified Jesus there with the criminals, one on his right and one on his left. 34 Then Jesus said, Father, forgive them; for they do not know what they are doing. And they cast lots to divide his clothing. 35 And the people stood by, watching; but the leaders scoffed at him, saying, He saved others; let him save himself if he is the Messiah of God, his chosen one! 36 The soldiers also mocked him, coming up and offering him sour wine, 37 and saying, If you are the King of the Jews, save yourself! 38 There was also an inscription over him, This is the King of the Jews. 39 One of the criminals who were hanged there kept deriding him and saying, Are you not the Messiah? Save yourself and us! 40 But the other rebuked him, saying, Do you not fear God, since you are under the same sentence of condemnation? 41 And we indeed have been condemned justly, 5
for we are getting what we deserve for our deeds, but this man has done nothing wrong. 42 Then he said, Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom. 43 He replied, Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in Paradise. The Gospel of our Lord: Message Praise to you, O Christ The assembly stands to proclaim the word of God in song Hymn of the Day Will You Let Me Be Your Servant Hymnal #659 1 Will you let me be your servant, let me be as Christ to you? Pray that I may have the grace to let you be my servant, too. 2 We are pilgrims on a journey, we are trav'lers on the road; we are here to help each other walk the mile and bear the load. 3 I will hold the Christ-light for you in the nighttime of your fear; I will hold my hand out to you, speak the peace you long to hear. 4 I will weep when you are weeping; when you laugh I'll laugh with you. I will share your joy and sorrow till we've seen this journey through. 5 Will you let me be your servant, let me be as Christ to you? Pray that I may have the grace to let you be my servant, too. Text: Richard Gillard, b. 1953 Text 1977 Scripture In Song (c/o Integrity's Hosanna Music) /ASCAP, c/o Integrity Media, Inc., 1000 Cody Road, Mobile, AL 36695. Reprinted with permission CCLI #303098 6
Apostles Creed Hymnal pg. 105 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, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, 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. Prayers Hymnal #752 At the conclusion of each petition, the assembly sings: Text and music 1973 Hope Publishing Company, Carol Stream, IL 60188. All rights reserved. Reprinted with permission OneLicense.Net A-704219 Peace 7
MEAL Offering An offering is gathered for the mission of the church, including the care of those in need. Anthem during the offering Blessings arr. Heather Sorenson Offertory For Such a Time as This Could it be that we are called for such a time as this? Could it be that we are called for such a time as this? Other verses: that you are called that I am called Jonathan Rundman 2015 Reproduced with Permission CCLI #303098 Offering Prayer Merciful God, as grains of wheat scattered upon the hills were gathered together to become one bread, so let your church be gathered together from the ends of the earth into your kingdom, for yours is the glory through Jesus Christ, now and forever. Amen. Words of Institution In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks; broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying Take and eat; this is my body, given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me. Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to drink, saying, This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me. 8
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. Share in the inheritance of all the saints. Come to the table prepared for you. Music during Communion Lamb of God Hymnal pg. 154 9
Music during Communion Song Come, Just As You Are Come just as you are Hear the Spirit call Come just as you are Come and see (come and see) Come receive (come receive) Come and live (come and live) Forever Life everlasting And strength for today Taste the Living Water And never thirst again Come just as you are Hear the Spirit call Come just as you are Come receive (come receive) Christ the King (Christ the King) Come and live (come and live) Forevermore 1993 Maranatha Praise, Inc. (Maranatha! Music [Admin. by Music Services]) CCLI # 303098 Song You Are My King I'm forgiven Because You were forsaken I'm accepted You were condemned I'm alive and well Your Spirit is within me Because You died And rose again I'm forgiven Because You were forsaken I'm accepted You were condemned I'm alive and well 10
Your Spirit is within me Because You died And rose again Amazing love How can it be That You my King Would die for me Amazing love I know it's true It's my joy to honor You Amazing love How can it be That You my King Would die for me Amazing love I know it's true It's my joy to honor You In all I do I honor You You are my King You are my King Jesus You are my King Jesus You are my King Amazing love How can it be That You my King Would die for me Amazing love I know it's true It's my joy to honor You In all I do I honor You 1996 worshiptogether.com songs CCLI License No. 303098 Song We Bow Down You are Lord of creation And Lord of my life Lord of the land and the sea You were Lord of the heavens 11
Before there was time And Lord of all lords You will be We bow down And we worship You Lord We bow down And we worship You Lord We bow down And we worship You Lord Lord of all lords You will be You are King of creation And King of my life King of the land and the sea You were King of the heavens Before there was time And King of all kings You will be We bow down And we crown You the King We bow down And we crown You the King We bow down And we crown You the King King of all kings You will be 1984 New Spring (Admin. by Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Inc.) Used by permission CCLI #303098 Table Blessing The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in God s grace. Prayer after Communion We give you thanks, shepherding God, that you have gathered your scattered flock again this day, feeding us richly with the food of Paradise. Accompany us as we serve you all the days of our lives, and gather us with the saints in the day of our death; through Jesus Christ, our Redeemer and Lord. Amen. 12
SENDING Benediction God who loves us, who gives us eternal consolation and good hope, comfort your hearts and strengthen them in every good work and word; and the blessing of almighty God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, be among you and remain with you forever. Amen. Sending Song Blessed Be Your Name In the land that is plentiful Where Your streams of abundance flow When I'm found in the desert place Though I walk through the wilderness Every blessing You pour out I'll turn back to praise When the darkness closes in Lord still I will say Blessed be the name of the Lord Blessed be the name of the Lord Blessed be Your glorious name When the sun's shining down on me When the world's all as it should be On the road marked with suffering Though there's pain in the offering 13
Every blessing You pour out I'll turn back to praise When the darkness closes in Lord still I will say Blessed be the name of the Lord Blessed be the name of the Lord Blessed be Your glorious name You give and take away You give and take away My heart will choose to say Lord blessed be Your name Blessed be the name of the Lord Blessed be the name of the Lord Blessed be Your glorious name 2002 Thankyou Music CCLI License No. 303098 Dismissal God calls us to be... Reaching Out! Reaching In! Reaching Deeper! Thanks be to God! 14