Sunday, February 4, 2018
Welcome to Worship at St. Andrew s Wherever you find yourself on your journey of faith, you are welcome at St. Andrew s. Our mission is to Proclaim Jesus Christ, Live in Christ, Serve! To learn more, we invite you to the Hospitality Desk in the Atrium for materials describing activities and events, as well as to the St. Andrew s website (saintandrews.org). Please join us for fellowship after the service. Listening devices and LARGE PRINT bulletins are available at the door. Please ask an usher. Children of all ages are welcome in worship. Childcare is available in the Infant and Toddler Rooms. If you have children who become restless, you may view the service with televisions in the Atrium, Library and Infant Room. We invite you to fill out and put on a name tag which can be found in the pew rack in front of you. Hope Lives Our capital campaign theme, Hope Lives, will be carried throughout our continuing study in the Gospel of Mark. Jan. 28 Building Hope: Chosen Mark 1:40-45 Jesus touches and heals a man with leprosy Feb. 4 Building Hope: Forgiveness Mark 2:1-12 The Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins Feb. 11 Building Hope: Transforming Love Mark 9:2-13 Transfiguration This is my Beloved Son; listen to him. Ash Wednesday, Feb. 14 Building Hope: Transforming Lives Mark 13:32-37 Four Watches: Evening, Midnight, Cockcrow, Dawn Feb. 18 Building Hope: His Covenant Mark 14:17-28 The shepherd is struck and the sheep scattered. Feb. 25 Building Hope: Unchanging Grace Mark 14:32-38 Agony in the Garden of Gethsemane March 4 Building Hope: Solid Rock Mark 14:53-65 Jesus before Caiaphas/Peter s denial March 11 Building Hope: Clothed in Righteousness Mark 15:1-20 Jesus before Pilate/Soldiers mock Jesus March 18 Building Hope: My Anchor Holds Mark 15:27-39 Truly this man was the Son of God. March 25 Building Hope: He Shall Come Mark 11:1-10 Palm Sunday: Jesus, the Son of David, enters Jerusalem Prelude Prelude, Fugue, and Variation in B Minor, Op. 18 César Franck 2
Hymn How Firm a Foundation foundation 5. The soul that on Jesus still leans for repose, I will not, I will not desert to its foes; That soul thou al hell should endeavor to shake, I ll never, no never, no never forsake! We gather in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen Confession and Forgiveness If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. But if we confess our sins, God who is faithful and just will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. Continued on next page 3
Hymn Gather Us In Most Merciful God, we confess that 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. 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 Almighty God, in his great mercy, has given his Son to die for us and, for his sake, forgives us all our sins. As a minister of the Church of Christ, and by his authority, I declare to you the entire forgiveness of all your sins, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen gather us in 4 Used with permission OneLicense.net #4543
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 Lord Jesus, you have freed us from sin and called us to the greatest adventure in life to follow you and proclaim the good news to the whole world. Empower us with your Holy Spirit and bless us as we gather as brothers and sisters in the love and protection of your eternal care. Heal us with your Sacraments, inspire us with your Word, and transform us into your image so we may boldly proclaim your love to the whole world in word and in deed. In your name we pray. Amen Lesson Jeremiah 31:7-9 For thus says the Lord: Sing aloud with gladness for Jacob, and raise shouts for the chief of the nations; proclaim, give praise, and say, Save, O Lord, your people, the remnant of Israel. See, I am going to bring them from the land of the north, and gather them from the farthest parts of the earth, among them the blind and the lame, those with child and those in labor, together; a great company, they shall return here. With weeping they shall come, and with consolations I will lead them back, I will let them walk by brooks of water, in a straight path in which they shall not stumble; for I have become a father to Israel, and Ephraim is my firstborn. Anthem 9:00 The Solid Rock arr. Dennis Allen High School Choir 10:30 Praise Him, All Ye little Children Carly Bonner Choristers Presentation of Bibles to 3rd Graders 5
Hymn Thy Word thy word Children s Sermon Psalm 32:1-2, 5 Read in unison Happy are those whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered. Happy are those to whom the Lord imputes no iniquity, and in whose spirit there is no deceit. I acknowledged my sin to you, and I did not hide my iniquity; I said, I will confess my transgressions to the Lord, and you forgave the guilt of my sin. 6
Anthem Grace Before Sleep (Gratitude at the end of your day) How can our minds and bodies be grateful enough that we have spent, here in this generous room (my home, my church, my life) This evening of content? Each one of us has walked through storm and fled the wolves along the road; Holy Gospel Mark 2:1-12 Glory to you, O Lord. but here the hearth is wide and warm. And for this shelter and this light Accept, O Lord, our thanks tonight. And for this shelter and this light Accept, O Lord, Our thanks Tonight. Susan La Barr St. Andrew s Choir When Jesus returned to Capernaum after some days, it was reported that he was at home. So many gathered around that there was no longer room for them, not even in front of the door; and he was speaking the word to them. Then some people came, bringing to him a paralyzed man, carried by four of them. And when they could not bring him to Jesus because of the crowd, they removed the roof above him; and after having dug through it, they let down the mat on which the paralytic lay. When Jesus saw their faith, he said to the paralytic, Son, your sins are forgiven. Now some of the scribes were sitting there, questioning in their hearts, Why does this fellow speak in this way? It is blasphemy! Who can forgive sins but God alone? At once Jesus perceived in his spirit that they were discussing these questions among themselves; and he said to them, Why do you raise such questions in your hearts? Which is easier, to say to the paralytic, Your sins are forgiven, or to say, Stand up and take your mat and walk? But so that you may know that the Son of Man has authority on earth to forgive sins he said to the paralytic I say to you, stand up, take your mat and go to your home. And he stood up, and immediately took the mat and went out before all of them; so that they were all amazed and glorified God, saying, We have never seen anything like this! Praise to you, O Christ. Anthem 10:30 Zion s Walls arr. Mark Hayes New Dimension Singers 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. Continued on next page 7
He suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended into hell. On the third day he rose again. 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 Softly and Tenderly thompson 8 Continued on next page
Sermon Building Hope: Forgiveness Offering Andante Pastor John Straiton Felix Mendelssohn Offertory Gather Us In Here we will take the wine and the water, here we will take the bread of new birth, Here you shall call your sons and your daughters, Call us anew to be salt for the earth. gather us in Give us to drink the wine of compassions, Give us to eat the bread that is you, Nourish us well, and teach us to fathom Lives that are holy and hearts that are true. 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
Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; grant us peace, grant us peace. Hymn Rock of Ages toplady Post-Communion Blessing Post-Communion Prayer Benediction The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. Amen Lord Jesus, you have fed us with your true presence in the bread and in the wine of Holy Communion. Strengthen us with this sacred meal so we may work together to bring your message of love and forgiveness to all the families of the earth. 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. 10
Hymn To God Be the Glory to god be the glory Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. Postlude Mohrentanz (Morning Dance) Please let our Hospitality Desk staff know if you would like a pastor to pray with you following worship. Tielman Susato 11
Mike Carlson Lead Pastor Sarah Breckenridge Executive Pastor John Straiton Discipleship Pastor Brian Norsman Pastor of Outreach and Mission Kyle Jackson Pastor of Congregational Care Erin Morris Deacon / Intern Pastor Gerry Rafftery Pastor of Generosity Carolyn Staats Intern Pastor Jenny Sung Intern Pastor St. Andrew s Worship Times 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 First Wednesday Worship First Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. Sanctuary Nursery at all services. Worship at St. Andrew s Village Sunday 1 p.m. 12 900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi MN 55115 www.saintandrews.org 651.426.3261