NOTE: Pg#s refer to the BAS
For God so loved the world ~see John 3:16
Processional Hymn # 525 – The Church is One Foundation
Welcome & Acknowledgment of Land
Call to Worship:
O burning Mountain, O chosen Sun, O perfect Moon, O fathomless Well, O unattainable Height, O Clearness beyond measure,
O Wisdom without end, O Mercy without limit,
O Strength beyond resistance, O Crown beyond all majesty:
the humblest thing you created sings your praise. Amen
~Mechthild of Magdeburg, 1275
(We prepare our hearts for worship in silence)
The Community Gathers p. 185
Kyrie Eleison p. 186
Collect: Most merciful God, by the death and resurrection of your Son Jesus Christ, you created humanity anew. May the power of his victorious cross transform those who turn in faith to him who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen
The Proclamation of the Word;
1st Lesson: Acts 5:17-26
Ps 34:1-8 R: Let us bless the LORD
The Gospel: Jn 3:16-21
Homily:
Affirmation of Faith: The Nicene Creed p. 188
Prayers of the People p.190
Confession and Absolution p.191
The Peace p. 192
Offertory Hymn #620 – How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds
Prayer over the Gifts:
Source of all joy, receive our sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving. Keep us in the love of Christ and bring us to the vision of his glory; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord Amen
The Celebration of the Eucharist
The Great Thanksgiving
The Lord’s Prayer p. 211
The Breaking of the Bread #8 p. 213
The Communion (all are welcome to receive communion) p. 213
Prayer after Communion
Father, you restored us to life by raising your Son from death. May we who receive this sacrament always be strengthened to do your will, in the name of Jesus Christ the risen Lord. Amen
Doxology (Old 100th): Praise God from whom all blessings flow! Praise him all creatures here below! Praise him above ye heavenly hosts! Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost! Amen
The Blessing
Closing Hymn: #431 – Take up your Cross
The Dismissal p. 215
