ASENSION LUTHERAN HURH LUTHERAN HURH MISSOURI SYNOD THE HOLY TRINITY Only, Only, Only One of the most beloved hymns of the hurch is Holy, Holy, Holy. Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty! Early in the morning our song shall rise to Thee; Holy, holy, holy, merciful and mighty! God in three persons, blessed Trinity! (LSB 507:1) The threefold holy we sing in this work echoes the praise of the seraphim in today s Old Testament Reading. We could also say that there is a threefold only in today s Gospel. As we listen in on Jesus nighttime conversation with Nicodemus, we learn that we can believe heavenly things only by birth from above, only by a washing of water and Spirit, and only because Jesus speaks for the Father. On this Holy Trinity Sunday, we give thanks for these gracious gifts from the only true God the Trinity Father, Son, and Holy Spirit! May 22, 2016-8:00 am
Divine Service relude Grace Flows Down astoral Greeting DOUGLAS E. WAGNER, arr. ASTOR LARSON Tolling of the Bell ongregation, please stand. Hymn of Worship Holy, Holy, Holy LSB 507 INVOATION In the name of the Father Holy! and of the Son Holy! and of the Holy Spirit Holy! Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty! God in three ersons, blessed Trinity! Amen. ONFESSION and ABSOLUTION 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. Merciful God, we confess to You all our sin that divides us from You and from one another. We do not do the good we want, but the evil we do not want is what we keep on doing. Good Lord, deliver us from evil, grant us Your forgiveness, and give us a new heart and spirit that we may serve You without fear. Upon this, your confession, I, by virtue of my office, as a called and ordained servant of the Word, announce the grace of God unto all of you, and in the stead and by the command of my Lord Jesus hrist I forgive you all your sins in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
Hymn of raise raise to the Lord, the Almighty (Music: LSB 790) 1 raise to the Lord, the Almighty, the King of creation! O my soul, praise Him, for He is your health and salvation! Let all who hear Now to His temple draw near, Joining in glad adoration! 5 raise to the Lord! O let all that is in me adore Him! All that has life and breath, come now with praises before Him! Let the Amen Sound from His people again; Gladly forever adore Him! rayer of the Day The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us pray. Almighty and everlasting God, You have given us grace to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity by the confession of a true faith and to worship the Unity in the power of the Divine Majesty. Keep us steadfast in this faith and defend us from all adversities; for You, O Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, live and reign, one God, now and forever. Amen. SERVIE OF THE WORD OLD TESTAMENT READING: roverbs 8:1-4, 22-31 L Does not wisdom call out? Does not understanding raise her voice? On the heights along the way, where the paths meet, she takes her stand; beside the gates leading into the city, at the entrances, she cries aloud: "To you, O men, I call out; I raise my voice to all mankind. "The LORD brought me forth as the first of his works, before his deeds of old; I was appointed from eternity, from the beginning, before the world began. When there were no oceans, I was given birth, when there were no springs abounding with water; before the mountains were settled in place, before the hills, I was given birth, before he made the earth or its fields or any of the dust of the world. I was there when he set the heavens in place, when he marked out the horizon on the face of the deep, when he established the clouds above and fixed securely the fountains of the deep, when he gave the sea its boundary so the waters would not overstep his command, and when he marked out the foundations of the earth. Then I was the craftsman at his side. I was filled with delight day after day, rejoicing always in his presence, rejoicing in his whole world and delighting in mankind. The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God!
SEOND READING: Acts 2:14a, 22-36 Then eter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd: "Men of Israel, listen to this: Jesus of Nazareth was a man accredited by God to you by miracles, wonders and signs, which God did among you through him, as you yourselves know. This man was handed over to you by God's set purpose and foreknowledge; and you, with the help of wicked men, put him to death by nailing him to the cross. But God raised him from the dead, freeing him from the agony of death, because it was impossible for death to keep its hold on him. David said about him: " `I saw the Lord always before me. Because he is at my right hand, I will not be shaken. Therefore my heart is glad and my tongue rejoices; my body also will live in hope, because you will not abandon me to the grave, nor will you let your Holy One see decay. You have made known to me the paths of life; you will fill me with joy in your presence.' "Brothers, I can tell you confidently that the patriarch David died and was buried, and his tomb is here to this day. But he was a prophet and knew that God had promised him on oath that he would place one of his descendants on his throne. Seeing what was ahead, he spoke of the resurrection of the hrist, that he was not abandoned to the grave, nor did his body see decay. God has raised this Jesus to life, and we are all witnesses of the fact. Exalted to the right hand of God, he has received from the Father the promised Holy Spirit and has poured out what you now see and hear. For David did not ascend to heaven, and yet he said, " `The Lord said to my Lord: "Sit at my right hand until I make your enemies a footstool for your feet." ' "Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and hrist." L The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God! ongregation, please stand. The Verse
The Holy Gospel: John 8:48-59 The Holy Gospel according to St. John, the eighth chapter. Glory to You, O Lord. The Jews answered him, "Aren't we right in saying that you are a Samaritan and demon-possessed?" "I am not possessed by a demon," said Jesus, "but I honor my Father and you dishonor me. I am not seeking glory for myself; but there is one who seeks it, and he is the judge. I tell you the truth, if anyone keeps my word, he will never see death." At this the Jews exclaimed, "Now we know that you are demon-possessed! Abraham died and so did the prophets, yet you say that if anyone keeps your word, he will never taste death. Are you greater than our father Abraham? He died, and so did the prophets. Who do you think you are?" Jesus replied, "If I glorify myself, my glory means nothing. My Father, whom you claim as your God, is the one who glorifies me. Though you do not know him, I know him. If I said I did not, I would be a liar like you, but I do know him and keep his word. Your father Abraham rejoiced at the thought of seeing my day; he saw it and was glad." "You are not yet fifty years old," the Jews said to him, "and you have seen Abraham!" "I tell you the truth," Jesus answered, "before Abraham was born, I am!" At this, they picked up stones to stone him, but Jesus hid himself, slipping away from the temple grounds. The Gospel of the Lord. raise to You, O hrist. Hymn of the Day Father Most Holy LSB 504 Sermon ASTOR LARSON Athanasian reed LSB 319-320 RAYER OF THE HURH Blessed be the kingdom of our God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Blessed be His kingdom now and forever, to the end of all the ages! That we may with one voice confess that God is one and manifest this same unity both with God and with all who wear His name by Baptism, let us pray to the Lord. That we may faithfully proclaim the love of the Father for us sinners, the saving will and purpose of hrist who suffered and died for us on the cross, and the power of the Spirit to teach us to believe in God, let us pray to the Lord.
That everywhere people may bow the knee and confess this faith and that the nations of the world may provide freedom, justice, and peace so that God s people may fulfill their baptismal calling of worship, witness, love, and service, let us pray to the Lord. That the hurch may not depart from this saving truth but honor God s Word with faith, that through the hurch, faithful men may be raised up to serve as pastors, and that the institutions and agencies of this hurch may faithfully do the Lord s bidding as He desires, let us pray to the Lord. That the sick, the suffering, and the dying may know God s comfort and care, healing, and grace in all circumstances, [especially... ], and for those whom we name before the Lord in our hearts now [pause], let us pray to the Lord. That we may rejoice in the delight of the Lord to save us and respond with delight to serve Him with our talents, honor Him with our tithes and offerings, and worship Him in Spirit and truth, let us pray to the Lord. That we may come to the Lord s Table with faithful and repentant hearts to receive there the precious flesh and blood of hrist, to strengthen us in this faith, and to equip us for His service, let us pray to the Lord. That we may rejoice in all things and give thanks to the Lord that it has been His delight to reveal Himself to us as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit and to manifest His power and glory in saving us sinners and giving to us everlasting life, let us pray to the Lord. Blessed are You, O Lord, and blessed is Your eternal and everlasting kingdom. In the name of Jesus and for the sake of His all-sufficient merits, we plead before You to grant us all things needful and to deliver us from all things harmful. Blessed be the kingdom of our God: the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, now and forever, to the end of the ages. Amen. Sharing of the eace The peace of the Lord be with you always. And also with you. You may now greet one another in the name of the Lord using...eace be with you
THE OFFERING Offertory Hymn As the Deer As the deer panteth for the water, So my soul longeth after Thee. You alone are my hearts desire, And I long to worship Thee. You alone are my strength, my shield; To You alone may my spirit yield. You alone are my hearts desire, And I long to worship Thee. You're my friend and You are my brother even though you are a King. I love you more than any other, So much more than anything. You alone are my strength, my shield; To You alone may my spirit yield. You alone are my hearts desire, And I long to worship Thee. I want You more than gold or silver, only You can satisfy. You alone are the real joy Giver, And the apple of my eye. You alone are my strength, my shield; To You alone may my spirit yield. You alone are my hearts desire, And I long to worship Thee. Offertory rayer Let us pray, Heavenly Father, receive these gifts, symbols of the time, abilities, and resources we place at Your disposal in thanks for Your eternal grace, mercy, and peace. Receive them for the sake of Your Son, Jesus hrist our Lord. Amen.
HOLY OMMUNION AT ASENSION The Lord, our Host, invites to his Supper those who are baptized into the hristian faith, confess him as Savior, have examined themselves, truly repent of sins, believe the Risen Lord is present in the sacrament with his true body and blood, and resolve to live faithfully and obediently. For those with an intolerance to alcohol, the center ring of the tray contains grape juice. Gluten free wafers are available to those with wheat allergies. hildren who have not been instructed, yet desire a blessing, are invited to come forward with arms crossed. ome, for the Supper is ready! When receiving the bread and wine, the communicant may respond with Amen!, a word of affirmation and belief. THE GREAT THANKSGIVING reface It is truly good, right, and salutary that we should at all times and in all places give thanks to You, holy Lord, almighty Father, everlasting God, who with Your only-begotten Son and the Holy Spirit are one God, one Lord. In the confession of the only true God, we worship the Trinity in person and the Unity in substance, of majesty coequal. Therefore with angels and archangels and with all the company of heaven we laud and magnify Your glorious name, evermore praising You and singing:
Sanctus The Words of onsecration 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. For as often as we eat of this bread and drink from this cup, we proclaim the Lord s death until he comes. The 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.
Agnus Dei Hymns during the Distribution Lord Jesus hrist, We Humbly ray LSB 623 Eternal Father Strong to Save LSB 714 O Bless the Lord, My Soul LSB 814 ommunion Benediction The body and blood of our Lord Jesus hrist strengthen you and keep you in his grace. Amen. ost ommunion rayer We give you thanks, almighty God, that you have refreshed us through the healing power of this gift of life; and we pray that in your mercy you would strengthen us through this gift, in faith toward you and fervent love toward one another; for the sake of Jesus hrist our Lord. Amen. Benediction The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favor and + give you peace. Amen.
Benediction Hymn Savior, Again to Thy Dear Name We Raise LSB 917 ongregational oncerns REOGNITION OF 2016 HIGH SHOOL GRADUATES Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God! ostlude See What a Morning MARY MDONALD & LARRY SHAKLEY, arr.
Serving in Worship OFFIIANT and ELEBRANT The Rev. John R. Larson, astor ELDER 8:00 Bill Redden 10:30 Don Loptien MUSIIANS 8:00 Ann Kaneko, Meg Lewis SINGERS & BAND 10:30 The Agapes raise Team LETOR 8:00 Joyce Dowdy 10:30 Jeanette Nelson AOLYTE 8:00 hrissy oon 10:30 Tyrus ierce USHERS 8:00 Hank eepgrass, Members of the ongregation 10:30 Members of the ongregation SERVER 10:30 ollin Brinkman ALTAR GUILD Sherry Hitztaler, Dawn Munson, athy Utecht FLOWERS Mark & Sandra Loptien in joyful celebration of their 31st Wedding Anniversary LI License #1903595 Soli Deo Gloria