Healing for everyone Sunday, July 1, 2018
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. Childcare is available in the Nursery. If you have children who become restless, you may view the service with televisions in the Atrium, Library and Infant Room. For more information visit us at the Hospitality Desk or saintandrews.org. Leaning In: Words of Life This summer we will be leaning in to Christ s life giving words in the Gospel of Mark. So lean in and hear God s words of life for you, our community and the world! Prelude Crown Imperial March Hymn God of Our Fathers Sir William Walton national hymn 2 Continued on next page
We gather in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Confession and Forgiveness Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hid: cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you and magnify your holy name, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another. Gracious God, have mercy on us. We confess that we have turned from you and given ourselves into the power of sin. We are truly sorry and humbly repent. In your compassion, forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things we have done and things we have failed to do. Turn us again to you, and uphold us by your Spirit, so that we may live and serve you in newness of life, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. God, who is rich in mercy, loved us even when we were dead in sin, and made us alive together with Christ. By grace you have been saved. In the name of Jesus Christ, your sins are forgiven. Almighty God strengthen you with power through the Holy Spirit, that Christ may live in your hearts through faith. 3
Hymn Let All Things Now Living the ash grove 4 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 Anthem I See America Almighty God, we thank you for the blessing of this good land. Help us always remember your generosity and constantly do your will. Bless our land with honesty in the workplace, truth in education, and honor in daily life. Save us from violence, discord, and confusion; from pride and arrogance; and from every evil course of action. When times are prosperous, let our hearts be thankful; and in troubled times, do not let our trust in you fail. We pray in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, Lesson Ezekiel 2:1-5 He said to me: O mortal, stand up on your feet, and I will speak with you. And when he spoke to me, a spirit entered into me and set me on my feet; and I heard him speaking to me. He said to me, Mortal, I am sending you to the people of Israel, to a nation of rebels who have rebelled against me; they and their ancestors have transgressed against me to this very day. The descendants are impudent and stubborn. I am sending you to them, and you shall say to them, Thus says the Lord God. Whether they hear or refuse to hear (for they are a rebellious house), they shall know that there has been a prophet among them. Psalm 105:1-6 O give thanks to the Lord, call on his name, make known his deeds among the peoples. Sing to him, sing praises to him; tell of all his wonderful works. Glory in his holy name; let the hearts of those who seek the Lord rejoice. Seek the Lord and his strength; seek his presence continually. Remember the wonderful works he has done, his miracles, and the judgments he uttered, O offspring of his servant Abraham you his servants, the descendants of Abraham, his chosen ones, the children of Jacob. Ken Medema Victoria Sundberg, soloist 5
Hymn This Is My Song finlandia 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, 6 Continued on next page
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. Holy Gospel Mark 6:53-56 Glory to you, O Lord. When Jesus and the disciples had crossed over, they came to land at Gennesaret and moored the boat. When they got out of the boat, people at once recognized him, and rushed about that whole region and began to bring the sick on mats to wherever they heard he was. And wherever he went, into villages or cities or farms, they laid the sick in the marketplaces, and begged him that they might touch even the fringe of his cloak; and all who touched it were healed. Praise to you, O Christ. Sermon Healing for All Intern Pastor Carolyn Staats Offering / Offertory God Bless America All sing final chorus as directed: God Bless America Land that I love. Stand beside her and guide her, Thru the night with a light from above From the mountains to the prairies To the oceans white with foam, God Bless America, my home, sweet home. God Bless America, my home, sweet home! Irving Berlin Victoria Sundberg, soloist Prayers of the Church 7
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. 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. 8
Communion Music Panis Angelicus Heavenly bread That becomes the bread for all mankind; Bread from the angelic host That is the end of all imaginings; Oh, miraculous thing! This body of God will nourish Even the poorest, The most humble of servants. Even the poorest, The most humble of servants. César Frank Victoria Sundberg, soloist Post-Communion Blessing The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. Post-Communion Prayer Heavenly God, you bless us with your gifts of grace and mercy. We are restored and healed through the new life you provide, in the death and resurrection of your Son, Jesus Christ. Stir peace, truth, and healing in our hearts by the help of your Holy Spirit. Benediction 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. 9
Hymn My Country, Tis of Thee national anthem Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. Postlude Stars and Stripes Forever John Philip Sousa Music Today Victoria Sundberg, soloist Bill Chouinard, organist 10 Please let our Hospitality Desk staff know if you would like a pastor to pray with you following worship. Portions of the liturgy are from 2018 Augsburg Fortress. Reprinted by permission under ONE LICENSE #A-703943. All rights reserved.
Next Sunday Sermon: Inside Out Scripture: Mark 7:14-23, Deuteronomy 4:1-2, 6-9, Psalm 15 Music: Robert Robinson and St. Andrew s Summer Choir Robert Robinson is a renowned Gospel singer. He was a featured solo artist at Promise Keepers, the Billy Graham Crusade, and the National Day of Prayer in Washington, DC. He was a two-time Minnesota Music Award Winner for Best Gospel Artist and Group and a three-time Minnesota Black Musicians Award Winner for Best Gospel Group. His CDs are available in the Atrium. Summer Music in the Sanctuary July 15 Frink Family: Collin-violin, Daniel-piano Julie Conzemius, St. Andrew s soloist July 22 The River City Chorale; Andy Haase, director The River City Chorale is a large non-auditioned music organization based in Hudson, Wisconsin. The organization is comprised of youth choir, The Ensemble Singers (auditioned adult choir) and the large nonauditioned choir. The River City Chorale is a non-profit 501c3 that provides exceptional musical experiences to communities throughout the St. Croix River Valley. Haase is the founding artistic director and conductor. July 29 Vox Nova Chorale; Vicki Peters, director Vox Nova Chorale is an educational summer choir of singers from eight different colleges who work with mentors on singing, conducting, and composing. They have concerts next weekend at St. Mary s Chapel in St. Paul, Celebrating Women Composers. www.voxnovachorale.org. Aug. 5 The River City Chorale Ensemble Singers, Andy Haase, director The Ensemble Singers, based in Hudson, Wisconsin, is an auditioned group of singers from The River City Chorale. Singers from Hudson, River Falls, Woodbury, St. Paul, Stillwater, New Richmond, Roberts and other river communities, come together for intense, challenging, energetic and most importantly, rewarding musical rehearsals and performances. Andrew Haase is the founding artistic director and conductor. The only prerequisite to the ensemble is that singers have previous singing experience and a passion for great music. Aug. 12 Barbary Coast Dixieland Band In 1984, the band started playing Dixieland church services for their own churches. Over the past 30 years they have regularly provided this musical ministry involving over 40 Sundays each year. Their mission is to Make a Joyful Noise Unto the Lord, and their music provides an uplifting experience for both the musicians and the congregation. 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 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