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Month: October 2019
Worship Resources: November 10, 2019
Proper 27(32) Year 2 – Pentecost +22
Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Proper 13(18)C
Readings: Hosea – Hosea 11:1-9 (Mark 10:13-14)
Prayer of the Day (Working Preacher): Faithful God, you have continued to love your people despite our faithlessness to you. Receive our thanks for never giving up on us. Amen.
Other Resources: WorkingPreacher, re:Worship, RevGalBlog, TextWeek
Suggested hymns based on the texts:
ELW #629. Abide with Me
ELW #656. Blest Be the Tie That Binds
ELW #444. Cradling Children in His Arm
ELW #443. Dearest Jesus, We Are Here
ELW #526. God Is Here!
ELW #543. Go, My Children, with My Blessing
ELW #611. I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say
ELW #708. Jesu, Jesu, Fill Us with Your Love
ELW #595. Jesus Loves Me!
ELW #765. Lord of All Hopefulness
ELW #397. Loving Spirit
ELW #839/40. Now Thank We All Our God
ELW #43. Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness
ELW #445. Wash, O God, Our Sons and Daughters
ELW #449. We Know That Christ Is Raised
ELW #719. Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life
ELW #798. Will You Come and Follow Me (The Summons)
LBW #324. O Love That Will Not Let Me Go
LBW #190. We Praise You, Lord
Various Hymnals Bring Many Names (1989) by Brian Wren
Various Hymnals Depth of Mercy! (1740) by Charles Wesley
Various Hymnals Like a mother who has borne us (1986) by Daniel Bechtel
Various Hymnals Womb of Life (1992) by Ruth Duck
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)
Other (mostly contemporary) options:
“Ancient of Days” By Gary Sadler, Jamie Harvill.
“Bind Us Together” By Bob Gillman.
“Open The Eyes of My Heart” By Paul Baloche.
More options here.
“Bind Us Together” By Bob Gillman.
“Open The Eyes of My Heart” By Paul Baloche.
More options here.
Prayers of Intercession:
(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)
God of mercy and healing, you who hear the cries of those in need, receive these petitions of your people that all who are troubled may know peace, comfort, and courage.
A brief silence.
The church is beset with apathy, weariness, and fear. Work through church leaders to inspire, encourage, and equip your people to proclaim your love and justice to all the world. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Creation groans in distress and brokenness. Give wisdom and strength to all who use the soil and see to its health and care. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
People of all nations and creeds bear your image. Help us to value human dignity and to pursue reconciliation and peace among all communities. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Human systems of justice is broken and imperfect. Bless law enforcement officers, attorneys, and judges with compassion and an earnest desire to rehabilitate rather than incarcerate. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Many in the world suffer from disease and pain. Grant healing and comfort to those fighting illness and despair. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Communities both near and far lack basic necessities. Work through us that the abundance you provide may bless ever more and more people. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
Countless faithful saints now rest in you. Keep their witness to your love ever in front of us that we may join them in peace eternal. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Life-giving God, heal our lives, that we may acknowledge your wonderful deeds and offer you thanks from generation to generation through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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Episode 5 – Kingdom Divided
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Worship Resources: November 3, 2019
All Saints Sunday NL Year 2
Color: White
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Proper 4(9)C
Readings: Elijah at Mount Carmel – 1 Kings 18:17-39 (Mark 9:2-4)
Prayer of the Day (Working Preacher): God of Elijah, with great fire you made your presence known to the worshipers of Baal. Help us to resist the temptation to place our trust and faith in anything other than you. Receive our worship and strengthen our faith. Amen.
Other Resources: WorkingPreacher, re:Worship, RevGalBlog, TextWeek
Suggested hymns based on the texts:
ELW #793. Be Thou My Vision
ELW #256. Comfort, Comfort Now My People
ELW #831. The God of Abraham Praise
ELW #736. God the Sculptor of the Mountains
ELW #414. Holy God, We Praise Your Name
ELW #796. How Firm a Foundation
ELW #315. How Good, Lord, to Be Here!
ELW #317. Jesus on the Mountain Peak
ELW #876. Let the Whole Creation Cry
ELW #563. O Light Whose Splendor Thrills
ELW #545. Lord, Dismiss Us with Your Blessing
ELW #676. Lord, Speak to Us, That We May Speak
ELW #316. Oh, Wondrous Image, Vision Fair
ELW #671. Shine, Jesus, Shine
ELW #426. Sing with All the Saints in Glory
ELW #396. Spirit of Gentleness
ELW #800. Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart
ELW #677. This Little Light of Mine
ELW #514. O Word of God Incarnate
LBW #238. God Has Spoken by His Prophets
Various Hymnals Be Still and Know by Anonymous
Various Hymnals Elijah (1994) by Bertus Polman
Various Hymnals On Carmel by Mary McLean
Various Hymnals Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above (1675) by Johann Jakob Schütz
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)
Other (mostly contemporary) options:
“Open The Eyes of My Heart” By Paul Baloche.
“Rise Up” As performed by BiFrost Arts.
More options here.
“Rise Up” As performed by BiFrost Arts.
More options here.
Prayers of Intercession:
(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)
God of mercy and healing, you who hear the cries of those in need, receive these petitions of your people that all who are troubled may know peace, comfort, and courage.
A brief silence.
For all who witness to your love, mercy, and grace, that through them the world may know the way of Jesus Christ. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For the well-being of creation and for those that steward it, that where damage has been done, healing may occur. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For the nations and their rulers, and for all who work for peace and justice in the earth, that all may know prosperity and health. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For those in need: the hungry, the poor, the homeless, the outcast, the grieving, and the sick (especially,…), that they may know the nearness of God. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For doctors, nurses, aides, and all who work in providing healing to others, that they may be strengthened and comforted in their care for patients. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For those absent from our midst this day, that they may know God’s love in the their daily lives. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
For all who have been baptized into Christ, that our confidence and hope in life eternal be assured. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Life-giving God, heal our lives, that we may acknowledge your wonderful deeds and offer you thanks from generation to generation through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Episode 4 – David Anointed king
Worship Resources: October 27, 2019
Proper 25(30) Year 2 – Reformation Sunday
Color: Green or Red
Closest RCL Sunday(s): N/A
Readings: Kingdom Divided – 1 Kings 12:1-17, 25-29 (Mark 10:42-45)
Prayer of the Day (Working Preacher): Mighty God, your servant Rehoboam divided your kingdom with his tyranny, yet you remained faithful to both kingdoms, even in the midst of conflict. Show us your presence in conflict, and help us to resolve our differences, uniting this world in your name. Amen.
Other Resources: WorkingPreacher, re:Worship, RevGalBlog
Suggested hymns based on the texts:
ELW #883. All People That on Earth Do Dwell
ELW #505. A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
ELW #854. Blessing and Honor
ELW #652. Built on a Rock
ELW #831. The God of Abraham Praise
ELW #713. O God of Every Nation
ELW #749. O God of Love, O King of Peace
ELW #400. God of Tempest, God of Whirlwind
ELW #796. How Firm a Foundation
ELW #834. Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise
ELW #696. Jesus Calls Us; o’er the Tumult
ELW #592. Just As I Am, without One Plea
ELW #805. Lead On, O King Eternal!
ELW #712. Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service
ELW #631. Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
ELW #818. O Master, Let Me Walk with You
ELW #759. My Faith Looks Up to Thee
ELW #886. Oh, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing
ELW #623. Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me
ELW #587/8. There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy
ELW #824. This Is My Father’s World
LBW #493. Hope of the World
WOV #631. Lift Up Your Heads, O Gates
Various Hymnals Cast Down, O God, the Idols (1997) by Herman G. Stuempfle
Various Hymnals O God of Earth and Altar (1865) by G. K. Chesterton
Various Hymnals God Reigns! Earth Rejoices! (2011) by Michael Morgan
Various Hymnals Sing Praise to God Who Reigns Above (1675) by Johann Jakob Schütz
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)
Other (mostly contemporary) options:
“God Of This City” By Chris Tomlin, Aaron Boyd, et al.
“Mighty to Save” By Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan.
“My Lighthouse” As performed by Rend collective
“You Have Shown Us” By Andy Park, Chris Tomlin, et al.
More options here.
“Mighty to Save” By Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan.
“My Lighthouse” As performed by Rend collective
“You Have Shown Us” By Andy Park, Chris Tomlin, et al.
More options here.
Prayers of Intercession:
(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)
God of mercy and healing, you who hear the cries of those in need, receive these petitions of your people that all who are troubled may know peace, comfort, and courage.
A brief silence.
Protect the church from idolatries and heresies O God; deepen our faith and inspire preachers and teachers to proclaim your love and grace. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Protect plants and animals from devastation O God; open our eyes to the damage our systems inflict on creation and make us better stewards of all you have made. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Protect those without power or influence O God; reform our systems of justice and governance to better reflect your wisdom and compassion. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Protect our communities from divisions and conflict O God; and turn our hearts to welcome, forgiveness, and reconciliation. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Protect all those in pain or suffering O God; grant them healing and hope in the midst of their tribulations. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Protect this assembly from selfishness and apathy O God; guide us in our ministries or service and love towards our neighbors. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
Protect the saints in light O God; bring all your people into your eternal and loving presence. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Life-giving God, heal our lives, that we may acknowledge your wonderful deeds and offer you thanks from generation to generation through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Episode 3 – Ruth
Worship Resources: October 20, 2019
Proper 24(29) Year 2 (Pentecost 19)
Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Proper 9(14)B, Proper 10(15)B; Easter 2C
Readings: David Anointed King– 2 Samuel 5:1-5; 6:1-5; Psalm 150 (Mark 11:8-10)
Prayer of the Day (Working Preacher): Holy One of Israel, King David worked hard to return the Ark of the Covenant to Israel so that the people could honor you in your house of worship. Receive our praise in this house of worship, as we rejoice in your presence. Amen.
Other Resources (2 Samuel): Textweek, re:Worship, RevGalBlog, NL FaceBook Group
Other Resources (Psalm 150): Textweek, re:Worship, NL FaceBook Group
Suggested hymns based on the texts:
ELW #344. All Glory, Laud, and Honor
ELW #883. All People That on Earth Do Dwell
ELW #552. Blessed Be the God of Israel
ELW #819. Come, All You People (Uyaimose)
ELW #731. Earth and All Stars!
ELW #333. Jesus Is a Rock in a Weary Land
ELW #836. Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee
ELW #881. Let All Things Now Living
ELW #876. Let the Whole Creation Cry
ELW #475. Lord, Enthroned in Heavenly Splendor
ELW #763. My Life Flows On in Endless Song
ELW #343. My Song Is Love Unknown
ELW #295. Of the Father’s Love Begotten
ELW #886. Oh, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing
ELW #822. Oh, Sing to the Lord (Cantad al Señor)
ELW #884/5. Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
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 #850/1. When in Our Music God Is Glorified
ELW #853. When Morning Gilds the Skies
LBW #550. From All That Dwell below the Skies
WOV #783. Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God
Various Hymnals Filled with Excitement (1972) by Rubén Ruiz Ávila
Various Hymnals For the Music of Creation (1992) by Shirley Murray
Various Hymnals Like Miriam Who Danced to Praise (1999) by Mary Keithahn
Various Hymnals Lord of the Dance (1963) by Sydney Carter
Various Hymnals Sing of the Lord’s Goodness (1981) by Ernest Sands
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)
Other (mostly contemporary) options:
“Here I Am to Worship” By Tim Hughes.
“Made to Worship” By Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, et al.
“Undignified” By Matt Redman.
More options here.
“Made to Worship” By Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, et al.
“Undignified” By Matt Redman.
More options here.
Prayers of Intercession:
(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)
God of mercy and healing, you who hear the cries of those in need, receive these petitions of your people that all who are troubled may know peace, comfort, and courage.
A brief silence.
Make your church unashamed of the Gospel; willing to dance, sing, and praise that all may know the love and grace of God. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
May all that lives and breathes see you as the source of life and joyously sing out with your praises. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
You are enthroned above all else; grant humility to all world leaders and bring your kingdom forth in mercy and justice. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Strengthen all missionaries as they accompany the communities they serve; and empower them to serve the needs of our neighbors across the globe. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Renew those who provide care for others; and ease any guilt they may experience for seeing to their own needs as well as the needs of others. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Protect this congregation and guide it in your ways that our witness here may be full of trust and joy. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
With thanksgiving for those who now rest in you (especially,…); keep their memories alive in us until we meet again. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Life-giving God, heal our lives, that we may acknowledge your wonderful deeds and offer you thanks from generation to generation through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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