Month: January 2019

Worship Resources: February 10, 2019

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Epiphany 5 Year 1

Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Epiphany 9A or Proper 4(9)A
Readings: The Golden Rule Sermon text – Matthew 7:1-14, 24-29 Companion text – Psalm 37:16-18
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): God of wisdom and groundedness, you have encouraged us to live our lives grounded in faith, patience, and love. Help us to love others without judgement, but with a solid foundation of acceptance, for the sake of Jesus Christ. Amen

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #516. Almighty God, Your Word Is Cast
ELW #302. As with Gladness Men of Old
ELW #402. Eternal Spirit of the Living Christ
ELW #605. Forgive Our Sins As We Forgive
ELW #564. God, Who Made the Earth and Heaven
ELW #786. O Holy Spirit, Enter In
ELW #796. How Firm a Foundation
ELW #658. O Jesus, Joy of Loving Hearts
ELW #754. Jesus, the Very Thought of You
ELW #519. Open Your Ears, O Faithful People
ELW #689. Praise and Thanksgiving
ELW #669. Rise Up, O Saints of God!
ELW #800. Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart
ELW #262. Wait for the Lord
ELW #680/1. We Plow the Fields and Scatter (Aramos nuestros campos)
ELW #774. What a Fellowship, What a Joy Divine
ELW #742. What a Friend We Have in Jesus
WOV #664. A New Commandment
WOV #783. Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God
Various Hymnals Ask, Seek, and Knock (1997) by Mark Barnard
Various Hymnals I Will Sing the Wondrous Story (1886) by Francis H. Rowley
Various Hymnals Nothing Can Trouble (1991) by Communauté de Taizé
Various Hymnals You, Lord, Are Both Lamb and Shepherd (1991) by Sylvia G. Dunstan
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; WOV=With One Voice)

Suggested hymns based on the companion text(s):

ELW #402. Eternal Spirit of the Living Christ
ELW #765. Lord of All Hopefulness
LBW #373. Eternal Ruler of the Ceaseless Round
Various Hymnals Commit Your Way to God the Lord (1989) by Michael Perry
Various Hymnals Give to the Winds Thy Fears (1656) by Paul Gerhardt
Various Hymnals Leave it there (1906) by Charles Albert Tindley
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship)

Other (mostly contemporary) options based on both:

“Awesome God” By Rich Mullins.
“In Christ Alone” By Stuart Townend, Keith Getty.
“More Than Conquerors”
“My Lighthouse” As performed by Rend collective
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)

Sisters and brothers, let us lift our hearts in faith to the one who hears all prayers and holds close all those in need.

A brief silence.

Teach the church, O God, to avoid judging others and to shine forth with your love and grace. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Teach the peoples, O God, to care for the earth and to be better stewards of your glorious creation. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Teach the leaders of nations, O God, to follow in your ways of peace and justice. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Teach us all, O God, to treat others as you would have us treat them, with love and compassion. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Teach comforters, O God, to better serve the needs of those in pain and offer hope to the hopeless. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Teach this congregation, O God, to seek your will above all else and to strive for blessed community in all we do. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

Teach us still on the journey, O God, to follow in your way, the way of countless saints before us us for whom we give you thanks. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Holy God, you gather the whole universe into your radiant presence and continually reveal your Son as our Savior. Bring healing to all wounds, make whole all that is broken, speak truth to all illusion, and shed light in every darkness, that all creation will see your glory and know your Christ. Amen.

Worship Resources: February 3, 2019

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Epiphany 4 Year 1

Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Ash Wednesday A/B/C and Epiphany 8A
Readings: Treasure in Heaven Sermon text – Matthew 6:7-21[25-34] Companion text – Psalm 20:7
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Extravagant God, you have promised treasure in heaven that outweighs any we could envision or imagine on earth. Help us to be grateful for the amazing gifts you have already given to us. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #589. All Depends on Our Possessing
ELW #565. All Praise to Thee, My God, This Night
ELW #846. Amen, We Praise Your Name (Amen siakudumisa)
ELW #793. Be Thou My Vision
ELW #781. Children of the Heavenly Father (Tryggare kan ingen vara)
ELW #645. Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation
ELW #521. O Day of Rest and Gladness
ELW #605. Forgive Our Sins As We Forgive
ELW #679. For the Fruit of All Creation
ELW #647. Glorious Things of You Are Spoken
ELW #748. O God in Heaven
ELW #740. God of the Sparrow
ELW #852. Golden Breaks the Dawn (Qing zao qilai kan)
ELW #769. If You But Trust in God to Guide You
ELW #754. Jesus, the Very Thought of You
ELW #775. Jesus, Priceless Treasure
ELW #624. Jesus, Still Lead On
ELW #435. Lo! He Comes with Clouds Descending
ELW #517. Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in Your Word
ELW #538. The Lord Now Sends us Forth
ELW #765. Lord of All Hopefulness
ELW #688. Lord of Light
ELW #745. Lord, Teach Us How to Pray Aright
ELW #397. Loving Spirit
ELW #890. Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory
ELW #689. Praise and Thanksgiving
ELW #655. Son of God, Eternal Savior
ELW #800. Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart
ELW #663. Spread, Oh, Spread, Almighty Word
ELW #824. This Is My Father’s World
ELW #262. Wait for the Lord
ELW #680/1. We Plow the Fields and Scatter
ELW #742. What a Friend We Have in Jesus
ELW #741. Your Will Be Done (Mayenziwe)
LBW #413. Father Eternal, Ruler of Creation
LBW #353. May We Your Precepts, Lord, Fulfill
LBW #437. Not Alone for Mighty Empire
WOV #767. All Things Bright and Beautiful
WOV #783. Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God
Various Hymnals Again We Keep This Solemn Fast Attributed to Gregory the Great
Various Hymnals Look and Learn (2006) Na Yŏng-su (Translator: John L. Bell)
Various Hymnals Our Father, Lord of Heaven and Earth (1982) Versifier: Henry J. de Jong
Various Hymnals Wait for the Lord (1984) Communauté de Taizé
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)

Suggested hymns based on the companion text(s):

ELW #757. All My Hope on God Is Founded
ELW #450. I Bind unto Myself Today
ELW #769. If You But Trust in God to Guide You
Various Hymnals Be Still and Know Author: Anonymous
Various Hymnals In the Day of Need (1973) Versifier: Christopher M. Idle
Various Hymnals May the Lord God Hear You Pray (1990) Michael Perry
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship)

Other (mostly contemporary) options based on both:

“Build Your Kingdom Here” By Rend Collective Experiment.
“Open The Eyes of My Heart” By Paul Baloche.
“Who Am I” By Mark Hall.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)

Sisters and brothers, let us lift our hearts in faith to the one who hears all prayers and holds close all those in need.

A brief silence.

Our Father, provide the church with your agitating and powerful spirit, that we may boldly proclaim your radical and inclusive love. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Our Father, provide your life to fields and stream, birds and beasts, that your abundance may be shared with all. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Our Father, provide the nations with wise and compassionate rulers, that peace and justice reign and all the world thrive. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Our Father, provide your comfort to those confounded by worry and anxiety, that the light of your hope break through all darkness. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Our Father, provide healing to those in pain (especially,…), that the wholeness you desire for us be known to all. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Our Father, provide direction and energy to this congregation, that we may leave our doors to love and serve our neighbors as you call us to do. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

Our Father, provide faith and trust in you, that we may join with the saints in praising your glory. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Holy God, you gather the whole universe into your radiant presence and continually reveal your Son as our Savior. Bring healing to all wounds, make whole all that is broken, speak truth to all illusion, and shed light in every darkness, that all creation will see your glory and know your Christ. Amen.

Worship Resources: January 27, 2019

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Epiphany 3 Year 1

Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Epiphany 4A and Epiphany 5A
Readings: Beatitudes Sermon text – Matthew 5:1-20 Companion text – Psalm 1:1-3
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Loving God, your son Jesus taught many things that helped people know how deeply you love humanity. Help us to live in your love, so that we might be beacons of light for others. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #461. All Who Hunger, Gather Gladly
ELW #314. Arise, Your Light Has Come!
ELW #557. Awake, My Soul, and with the Sun
ELW #728. Blest Are They
ELW #715. Christ, Be Our Light
ELW #654. The Church’s One Foundation
ELW #528. Come and Fill Our Hearts
ELW #607. Come, Ye Disconsolate
ELW #361. The Day of Resurrection!
ELW #520. Dearest Jesus, at Your Word
ELW #753. Dona nobis pacem
ELW #812/3. Faith of Our Fathers
ELW #605. Forgive Our Sins As We Forgive
ELW #532. Gather Us In
ELW #428. Give Thanks for Saints
ELW #673. God, Whose Almighty Word
ELW #574. Here I Am, Lord
ELW #450. I Bind unto Myself Today
ELW #699. In Deepest Night
ELW #712. Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service
ELW #661. I Love to Tell the Story
ELW #599. Lord Jesus, Think on Me
ELW #397. Loving Spirit
ELW #572. Now It Is Evening
ELW #886. Oh, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing
ELW #873/4. Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart!
ELW #677. This Little Light of Mine
ELW #720. We Are Called
ELW #719. Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life
ELW #514. O Word of God Incarnate
ELW #817. You Have Come Down to the Lakeshore (Tú Has Venido a La Orilla)
LBW #488. Breathe on Me, Breath of God
LBW #238. God Has Spoken by His Prophets
WOV #783. Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God
WOV #753. You Are the Seed
Various Hymnals Bring Forth the Kingdom (1986) by Marty Haugen
Various Hymnals Great God, Our Source (1982) by George Utech
Various Hymnals Make me a channel of your peace (1967) words attributed to St. Francis of Assisi
Various Hymnals We are the light of the world (1966) by Jean Anthony Greif
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; WOV=With One Voice)

Suggested hymns based on the companion text(s):

ELW #834. Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise
ELW #694. Sing to the Lord of Harvest
ELW #785. When Peace like a River (It Is Well with My Soul)
Various Hymnals Be Still and Know
Various Hymnals Happy Are They Who Walk (1976) by Erik Routley
Various Hymnals Step by Step (1991) by David “Beaker” Strasser
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship)

Other (mostly contemporary) options based on both:

“10,000 Reasons” By Jonas Myrin, Matt Redman.
“Blessed Be Your Name” By Matt Redman, Beth Redman.
“Build Your Kingdom Here” By Rend Collective Experiment.
“Mighty to Save” By Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan.
“We Are” By Chuck Butler, Ed Cash, et al.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)

Sisters and brothers, let us lift our hearts in faith to the one who hears all prayers and holds close all those in need..

A brief silence.

Bless the church, O God, with eyes to see your face in all people and ears to hear your call to love and service. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Bless the resting fields, O God, with renewal and regeneration that the coming year be a fruitful one. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Bless the leaders of the nations, O God, with a deep sense of justice and an earnest desire for peace. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Bless the mourning, O God, with the knowledge of your loving presence and hope-filled future. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Bless the suffering, O God, (especially,…) with health and healing, endurance and peace. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Bless this congregation, O God, with deep and authentic community built on care self sacrifice. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

Bless the faithful dead, O God, with rest in you and resurrection light. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Holy God, you gather the whole universe into your radiant presence and continually reveal your Son as our Savior. Bring healing to all wounds, make whole all that is broken, speak truth to all illusion, and shed light in every darkness, that all creation will see your glory and know your Christ. Amen.

Worship Resources: January 20, 2019

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Epiphany 2 Year 1

Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Lent 1A and Epiphany 3A
Readings: Tempted in the Wilderness Sermon text – Matthew 4:1-17 Companion text – Psalm 91:9-12
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): God of strength, your son Jesus withstood many temptations because his love for you was greater than his earthly desires. Make our love for you so strong, that we might withstand anything that threatens to stand between us and your love. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #314. Arise, Your Light Has Come!
ELW #728. Blest Are They
ELW #515. Break Now the Bread of Life
ELW #553. Christ, Whose Glory Fills the Skies
ELW #455. Crashing Waters at Creation
ELW #256. Comfort, Comfort Now My People
ELW #520. Dearest Jesus, at Your Word
ELW #696. Jesus Calls Us; o’er the Tumult
ELW #658. O Jesus, Joy of Loving Hearts
ELW #726. Light Dawns on a Weary World
ELW #322. Oh, Love How Deep
ELW #886. Oh, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing
ELW #249. On Jordan’s Bank the Baptist’s Cry
ELW #843. Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness
ELW #601. Savior, When in Dust to You
ELW #671. Shine, Jesus, Shine
ELW #310. Songs of Thankfulness and Praise
ELW #334. Tree of Life and Awesome Mystery
ELW #305. When Jesus Came to Jordan
ELW #798. Will You Come and Follow Me (The Summons)
WOV #783. Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God
Various Hymnals Child of Mercy (1991) by David Haas
Various Hymnals Jesus, Tempted in the Desert (1993) by Herman G. Stuempfle
Various Hymnals Mark How the Lamb of God’s Self-Offering (1990) by Carl D. paw
Various Hymnals Once When Jesus Christ Was Hungry (1996) by Rusty Edwards
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; WOV=With One Voice)

Suggested hymns based on the companion text(s):

ELW #565. All Praise to Thee, My God, This Night
ELW #756. Eternal Father, Strong to Save
ELW #632. O God, Our Help in Ages Past
ELW #564. God, Who Made the Earth and Heaven
ELW #568. Now Rest beneath Night’s Shadow
ELW #787. On Eagle’s Wings
ELW #864/5. Praise, My Soul, the God of Heaven
ELW #858/9. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
ELW #821. Shout to the Lord
ELW #791. We Sing to You, O God
ELW #774. What a Fellowship, What a Joy Divine
Various Hymnals He Who Dwells in the Shelter of the Most High (1959) by Marty Haugen
Various Hymnals Now God be with us, for the night is closing (1863) by Petrus Herbert
Various Hymnals Safe in the Shadow of the Lord (1973) by Timothy Dudley-Smith
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship)

Other (mostly contemporary) options based on both:

“40 Days” By Matt Maher.
“Come Now is the Time to Worship” By Brian Doerksen.
“Here I Am to Worship” By Tim Hughes.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)

Sisters and brothers, let us lift our hearts in faith to the one who hears all prayers and holds close all those in need..

A brief silence.

God with the church, bless bishops, pastors, deacons, and all leaders of faith communities; work through the church to bring your kingdom near. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God with the wilderness and waters, bless creation with your creative and sustaining love; work through farmers, gardeners, and others to care for what you have made. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God with the nations, bless the world with peace and justice; bring humility and compassion into our systems of governance and justice. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God with the broken-hearted, grant wholeness to those struggling with anxiety, depression, and any other mental illness; make us agents of hope and love. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God with the ill, bring healing where it is needed, and peace where healing cannot come; be with doctors, nurses, EMTs, and all others who heal that they may offer comfort to those in need. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God with us, bless our ministries, especially with our youth; deepen our inter-generational relationships and build up our whole community. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

God with the saints, keep us mindful of those who have gone before us; grant us thankful hearts for their witness and proclamation. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Holy God, you gather the whole universe into your radiant presence and continually reveal your Son as our Savior. Bring healing to all wounds, make whole all that is broken, speak truth to all illusion, and shed light in every darkness, that all creation will see your glory and know your Christ. Amen.

Worship Resources: January 13, 2019

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Baptism of Christ Year 1

Color: White
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Advent 2A or Baptism of the Lord A
Readings: Jesus’ Baptism: Matthew Sermon text – Matthew 3:1-17 Companion text – Psalm 2:7-8
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Righteous God, you sent your son Jesus to be baptized by John in the Jordan, so that all might hear the proclamation of your love. Make us voices of proclamation, so that all might know of your love through our words and our actions. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #266. All Earth Is Hopeful (Toda la tierra)
ELW #302. As with Gladness Men of Old
ELW #456. Baptized in Water
ELW #304. Christ, When for Us You Were Baptized
ELW #455. Crashing Waters at Creation
ELW #404. Come, Gracious Spirit, Heavenly Dove
ELW #693. Come, Ye Thankful People, Come
ELW #256. Comfort, Comfort Now My People
ELW #684. Creating God, Your Fingers Trace
ELW #731. Earth and All Stars!
ELW #673. God, Whose Almighty Word
ELW #450. I Bind unto Myself Today
ELW #403. Like the Murmur of the Dove’s Song
ELW #322. Oh, Love How Deep
ELW #249. On Jordan’s Bank the Baptist’s Cry
ELW #533. Open Now Thy Gates of Beauty
ELW #689. Praise and Thanksgiving
ELW #310. Songs of Thankfulness and Praise
ELW #800. Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart
ELW #305. When Jesus Came to Jordan
ELW #817. You Have Come Down to the Lakeshore (Tú Has Venido a La Orilla)
Various Hymnals Come, Holy Spirit, Heavenly Dove (1707) by Isaac Watts
Various Hymnals Prepare the Way of the Lord (1984) by Communaute de Taizé
Various Hymnals Wild and Lone the Prophet’s Voice (1989) by Carl P. Daw
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship)

Suggested hymns based on the companion text(s):

ELW #311. Hail to the Lord’s Anointed
ELW #475. Lord, Enthroned in Heavenly Splendor
ELW #295. Of the Father’s Love Begotten
ELW #346. Ride On, Ride On in Majesty!
Various Hymnals I Cannot Tell (1920) by W. Y. Fullerton
Various Hymnals Where Jordan Cuts the Wilderness (1998) by Brian Ruttan
Various Hymnals Why This Dark Conspiracy (2012) by Norman J. Goreham
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship)

Other (mostly contemporary) options based on both:

“Awesome God” By Rich Mullins.
“Light Of The World” By Matt Redman.
“Love Has Come” By Brown Bannister, Mark Schultz, et al.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)

Sisters and brothers, our baptismal vows call us to compassion and mercy on behalf of those in need. We offer our prayers for the church and the world.

A brief silence.

We pray that your spirit rest upon the church and its leaders; that we may better proclaim to your great love and mercy. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray that your spirit rest upon the waters; that this fundamental element of life be protect and preserved for all people. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray that your spirit rest upon the president, senators, representatives, governors, mayors and all civil leaders; that they may serve with compassion and humility. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray that your spirit rest upon all the baptized; that we may live in ways that please you. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray that your spirit rest upon those dealing with illness and loss; that they may know the peace of your presence with them always. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray that your spirit rest upon this assembly; that we may prepare the way for the coming of your Kingdom. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

We pray that your spirit rest upon the faithful dead; that their memory may strengthen our faith and move us to acts of love and charity. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Lord God, you revealed your Son in the waters of the Jordan and anointed him with the power of the Holy Spirit to proclaim good news to all people. Sanctify us by the same Spirit, that we may proclaim the healing power of the gospel by acts of love in your name. Amen.

Worship Resources: January 6, 2019

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Epiphany Sunday Year 1

Color: White
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Epiphany A/B/C or Christmas 1A
Readings: Day of Epiphany: Magi Visit Sermon text – Matthew 2:1-23 Companion text – Psalm 96:10-13
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Extravagant God, you sent magi with generous gifts to visit the baby Jesus and proclaim his reign to all the world. Make our voices heard when we proclaim God’s love to all. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #273. All My Heart Again Rejoices
ELW #275. Angels, from the Realms of Glory
ELW #302. As with Gladness Men of Old
ELW #301. Bright and Glorious Is the Sky
ELW #303. Brightest and Best of the Stars
ELW #254. Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus
ELW #526. God Is Here!
ELW #300. The First Noel
ELW #311. Hail to the Lord’s Anointed
ELW #276. Infant Holy, Infant Lowly
ELW #294. In the Bleak Midwinter
ELW #490. Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence
ELW #279. O Little Town of Bethlehem
ELW #475. Lord, Enthroned in Heavenly Splendor
ELW #310. Songs of Thankfulness and Praise
ELW #296. What Child Is This
WOV #642. I Wonder As I Wander
WOV #639. Oh, Sleep Now, Holy Baby
WOV #646. We Three Kings
Various Hymnals God’s Surprise (1987) by John L. Bell
Various Hymnals Night of Silence (1984) by Daniel Kantor
Various Hymnals The Virgin Mary Had a Baby Boy (1942) by West Indian Trad.
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; WOV=With One Voice)

Suggested hymns based on the companion text(s):

ELW #883. All People That on Earth Do Dwell
ELW #625. Come, We That love the Lord (We’re Marching to Zion)
ELW #856. How Great Thou Art
ELW #267. Joy to the World
ELW #260. The King Shall come
ELW #490. Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence
ELW #763. My Life Flows On in Endless Song
ELW #430. Rejoice, for Christ is King!
ELW #821. Shout to the Lord
ELW #825. You Servants of God
Various Hymnals Cantate Domino (1995) by Brian Henkelmann
Various Hymnals The Lord is King! (1863) by Josiah Conder
Various Hymnals New Songs of Celebration Render (197) by Erik Routley
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship)

Other (mostly contemporary) options based on both:

“Born That We May Have Life” By Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, et al.
“Rising” By Matt Redman, Paul Baloche.
“We Believe” By Graham Kendrick.

More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)

God of revelation, as we gather in praise for the gracious mystery of your Son, we remember the many needs of your church and your world.

A brief silence.

Reveal yourself within the church, O God; guide us in the ways of witness and proclamation that all the world may know of your love and grace. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Reveal yourself within creation, O God; open our eyes to the beauty of your world and make us better stewards of all that you have made. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Reveal yourself within governments, O God; place compassion and wisdom in the hearts and minds of the worlds leaders that your peace and justice may prevail. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Reveal yourself within the broken places of the world, O God; help us to see the face of Christ in those who struggle and mourn. Lord, in your mercy,hear our prayer.

Reveal yourself within the suffering, O God (especially,…); may we reach out to all with arms of comfort and hope grounded in you. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Reveal yourself within this congregation, O God; move us out from this place to bear your redeeming Word to our friends, neighbors, and co-workers. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

Reveal yourself within the saints, o God; keep us following the path they have trod, the path that leads to our heavenly home. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Guide us on the path of salvation, O God, that the radiance and power of your Holy Spirit
working in the world will gather together all peoples and nations in one community to offer you worship and proclaim your splendor. Amen.