Service of Holy Communion Twenty Second Sunday after Pentecost October 21, 2018 8:30 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. St. John s Lutheran Church Northfield, Minnesota
Welcome to worship at St. John s! We especially welcome all who are visiting this morning! All are invited to sign the welcome sheets in the black folders at the end of the pews. Please pass them to the center and then back so you can greet those worshipping around you. Ushers will gather these following worship. In the red pew hymnal (Evangelical Lutheran Worship), page numbers are at the bottom of the page in the front section, and hymn numbers are at the top of the page in the hymn section. An asterisk (*) invites you to stand as you are able. P Pastor, L Leader (Assisting Minister), C Congregation Children are welcome to participate throughout our worship service, including at Holy Communion. Parents, please assist children when they come forward for communion to extend their hands if they are to receive the bread and wine. Children s Bibles and activity bags are available at both entrances to the Sanctuary and scribble cards are available in the pews. Hearing assistance devices are available outside the Sanctuary or from an usher. Large print bulletins are available for worship services. + + + St. John s Lutheran Church is a community grounded in the promise of God s grace and called to extend Christ s welcome to all people. Every day, Christ meets us all just as we are, extending love to people of every age, race or ethnicity, physical appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental ability, marital or relationship status, economic circumstance, educational achievement, political affiliation, or religious background. While we do not always agree, we choose to walk and grow in faith together, believing that God creates diversity, and loves and welcomes us. We warmly welcome you here. 2
Prelude on wareham J. Bert Carlson Welcome and Announcements *Gathering Hymn No. 729 The Church of Christ, in Every Age *Greeting P The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. C And also with you. *Prayer of the Day P Sovereign God, you turn your greatness into goodness for all the peoples on earth. Shape us into willing servants of your kingdom, and make us desire always and only your will, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. C Amen. Children s Message and Affirmation of Baptism Response Blessed Be God, Who Chose You Sing two times. Music: Anne Krentz Organ 3
First Reading Isaiah 53:4-12 Pew Bible, page 596 After the reading: L The word of the Lord. C Thanks be to God. Psalmody Psalm 91:9-16 eventide Psalm paraphrase: Michael Morgan. Second Reading Hebrews 5:1-10 Pew Bible, page 973 After the reading: L The word of the Lord. C Thanks be to God. 4
*Gospel Acclamation *Gospel Mark 10:35-45 Spark Story Bible, page 336; Pew Bible, page 823 Before the reading: P The Holy Gospel according to Mark, the 10 th chapter. C Glory to you, O Lord. After the reading: P The Gospel of the Lord. C Praise to you, O Christ. Sermon Pastor John Gorder Hymn of the Day No. 604 O Christ, Our Hope *The Apostles Creed 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. (continued) 5
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 of Intercession After each petition: L Lord, in your mercy, C hear our prayer. *Peace P The peace of Christ be with you always. C And also with you. You are invited to share God s peace with those around you. Offering of Our Gifts Music at the Offering: How Can I Keep from Singing? Rejoice Ringers Robert Lowry, arr. Arnold Sherman *Offering Hymn For the Fruit of All Creation ar hyd y nos For the fruit of all creation, thanks be to God. For these gifts to ev ry nation, thanks be to God. For the tending, sowing, reaping, silent growth while we are sleeping, future needs in earth s safe-keeping, thanks be to God. 6
*Offering Prayer L Let us pray together. a God of life, you give us these gifts of the earth, these resources of our life and our labor. Take them, offered in great thanksgiving, and use them to set a table that will heal the whole creation; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen *Great Thanksgiving P The Lord be with you. C And also with you. P Lift up your hearts. C We lift them to the Lord. P Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. C It is right to give our thanks and praise. P It is indeed right we praise your name and join their unending hymn: \ 7
*Words of Institution *The Lord s Prayer Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen. All God s children are welcome at the table. Communion will be received standing at the front of the sanctuary; ushers will direct you forward. Gluten-free wafers are available in the middle. After you have been served the bread, you will be offered wine or grape juice. The grape juice is white and is located in the center of the tray. If you are unable to come forward, let an usher know, and communion will be brought to you. Music during Communion Lamb of God Anthem Morning Hymn Hymn No. 853 unser herrscher and laudes domine arr. Michael Helman When Morning Gilds the Skies *Post-Communion Blessing 8
*Prayer after Communion P Let us pray. a Holy God, in bread and wine you give us gifts that form us to be humble and courageous. May your words come to life in our serving and in our witness, that we might speak a living voice of healing and justice to all the world, through Jesus Christ. Amen. *Blessing Response: C Amen. *Sending Hymn Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service stanza 4 beach spring Called by worship to your service, forth in your dear name we go, to the child, the youth, the aged, love in living deeds to show; hope and health, goodwill and comfort, counsel, aid, and peace we give, that your servants, Lord, in freedom may your mercy know and live. *Dismissal L Go in peace. Serve the Lord. a Thanks be to God. Postlude Toccata in F Major BWV 157 Dietrich Buxtehude + + + 9
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Pam Fickenscher and Jonathan Davis, Pastors Carol Benson, Director of Jubilate Choir Melissa Berthelsen, Parish Nurse Julie Brehmer, Director of Children s Ministry Tim Byers, Facility Manager Leah H. Garlie, Office Manager Angie Gehring / Emerson Clay, Youth Support Staff Christy Hall-Holt / Mary Kelvie, Shared Ministry Coordinators Arielle Loy, Director of Alleluia Choir Zachery Pelletier, Director of Rejoice Ringers Jaida Gehring / Marvin Perez, Security and Custodial Assistants Nathan Proctor, Organist and Director of Worship, Music & Arts Bernie Renander, Financial Manager Call the Church Office, or check the website for a complete listing of staff emails. 16