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Month: January 2020
Worship Resources: February 9, 2020
Epiphany 5 Year 2
Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Proper 9(14)B and Proper 10(15)B
Readings: Death of John the Baptist – Mark 6:1-29 (Psalm 122)
Prayer of the Day (Working Preacher): Holy Jesus, you sent many into the world to proclaim your kingdom on earth. Send us, equip us, and walk with us so that everyone can learn of your abundant love. Amen.
Other Resources: WorkingPreacher, TextWeek, RevGalBlog, BibleHub
Suggested hymns based on the texts:
ELW #641. All Are Welcome
ELW #515. Break Now the Bread of Life
ELW #626. By Gracious Powers
ELW #610. O Christ, the Healer, We Have Come
ELW #756. Eternal Father, Strong to Save
ELW #532. Gather Us In
ELW #705. God of Grace and God of Glory
ELW #749. O God of Love, O King of Peace
ELW #765. Lord of All Hopefulness
ELW #766. Lord of Our Life
ELW #579. Lord, You Give the Great Commission
ELW #583. Take My Life, That I May Be
ELW #685. Take My Life, That I May Be
ELW #729. The Church of Christ, in Every Age
ELW #538. The Lord Now Sends us Forth
LBW #238. God Has Spoken by His Prophets
LBW #483. God Moves in a Mysterious Way
LBW #418. Judge Eternal, Throned in Splendor
LBW #431. Your Hand, O Lord, in Days of Old
Various Hymnals O Carpenter, Why Leave the Bench (1996) by Richard Leach
Various Hymnals O God, Our Creator, You Work Every Day (2000) by Carolyn Gillette
Various Hymnals Inspired by love and anger (1949) by John Bell
Various Hymnals When Jesus the Healer (1979) by Peter Smith
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)
Other (mostly contemporary) options:
“Amazing Love” By Graham Kendrick.
“Broken” By Michael Himes.
“I Will Follow” By Chris Tomlin, Jason Ingram, et al.
“Jesus, Friend Of Sinners” By Mark Hall, Matthew West.
More options here.
“Broken” By Michael Himes.
“I Will Follow” By Chris Tomlin, Jason Ingram, et al.
“Jesus, Friend Of Sinners” By Mark Hall, Matthew West.
More options 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.
For the church and its leaders, (especially,…); that they lead with wisdom and vision, proclaiming your freeing Gospel to the world. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For farmers and all who work the land; that this season of resting fields provide some renewal for all who sow and reap. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For all the nations of the world; that your abundant blessings be poured out on all people and lands. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For those who struggle with mental illness; that they may seek out help and be surrounded with love and encouragement. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For those who struggle with physical illness; that they may know healing and wholeness. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
For this congregation; that we seek out new ways to reach out in love and service towards our neighbors. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
For all the saints who have gone before us; that the example of their sacrifices enliven and deepen our own faith and inspire acts of mercy. 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.
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Episode 11 – Jesus and the Gerasene Demoniac
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Worship Resources: February 2, 2020
Epiphany 4 Year 2
Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Proper 8(13)B
Readings: Jairus’ Daughter Healed – Mark 5:21-43 (Psalm 131)
Prayer of the Day (Working Preacher): God of healing, when someone in your world suffers, you suffer as well. Restore your world and heal your children so that no one needs to suffer any longer. Amen
Other Resources: WorkingPreacher, TextWeek, RevGalBlog, BibleHub
Suggested hymns based on the texts:
ELW #779. Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound
ELW #610. O Christ, the Healer, We Have Come
ELW #729. The Church of Christ, in Every Age
ELW #804. Come Down, O Love Divine
ELW #470. Draw Us in the Spirit’s Tether
ELW #612. Healer of Our Every Ill
ELW #755. Jesus, Savior, Pilot Me
ELW #886. Oh, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing
ELW #549. Send Me, Jesus (Thuma Mina)
ELW #809. Send Me, Lord (Thuma mina)
ELW #655. Son of God, Eternal Savior
ELW #617. We Come to You for Healing, Lord
LBW #427. O Jesus Christ, May Grateful Hymns Be Rising
LBW #431. Your Hand, O Lord, in Days of Old
Various Hymnals Heal Us, Emmanuel, Hear Our Prayer (1779) by William Cowper
Various Hymnals Immortal Love, for ever full (1866) by John Whittier
Various Hymnals We Cannot Measure How You Heal (1989) by John Bell
Various Hymnals When Jesus the Healer (1979) by Peter D. Smith
Various Hymnals Woman in the Night (1982) by Brian Wren
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)
Other (mostly contemporary) options:
“Abide With Me” By Henry Francis Lyte, William Henry Monk.
“My Lighthouse” As performed by Rend collective
“Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)” By Joel Houston, Matt Crocker, et al.
More options here.
“My Lighthouse” As performed by Rend collective
“Oceans (Where Feet May Fail)” By Joel Houston, Matt Crocker, et al.
More options 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.
Raise up leaders for the church, leaders who will boldly and loudly proclaim your Gospel of love and mercy for all the world. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Raise up leaders for the stewardship of creation, leaders who will work to restore creation and bring wholeness to the earth. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Raise up leaders for the nations, leaders that will act with humility and wise judgement for the sake of all people. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Raise up leaders in our communities, leaders that will strengthen and deepen relationship and reach out in welcome to those on the margins. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Raise up leaders in the medical community, leaders that will work diligently to find cures and offer new treatments. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Raise up leaders in this assembly, leaders that will challenge us when we are too comfortable and comfort us when we are in pain. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
We give you thanks for the leaders of the past, leaders who worked to share your light and love through the generations. 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.
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Worship Resources: January 26, 2020
Epiphany 3 Year 2
Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday(s): N/A
Readings: Jesus and the Gerasene Demoniac – Mark 5:1-20 (Psalm 89:1-4)
Prayer of the Day (Working Preacher): Jesus healer of mind and body, we sometimes suffer at the hands of physical, mental, and spiritual ailments. Quiet our minds, still our hearts, and empower our bodies so that we may be whole and healed. Amen.
Other Resources: WorkingPreacher, TextWeek, RevGalBlog, BibleHub
Suggested hymns based on the texts:
ELW #388. Be Not Afraid
ELW #610. O Christ, the Healer, We Have Come
ELW #358. Great God, Your Love Has Called Us
ELW #733. Great Is Thy Faithfulness
ELW #632. O God, Our Help in Ages Past
ELW #673. God, Whose Almighty Word
ELW #311. Hail to the Lord’s Anointed
ELW #796. How Firm a Foundation
ELW #661. I Love to Tell the Story
ELW #513. Listen, God Is Calling
ELW #676. Lord, Speak to Us, That We May Speak
ELW #839/40. Now Thank We All Our God
ELW #886. Oh, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing
ELW #822. Oh, Sing to the Lord (Cantad al Señor)
ELW #842. Oh, Worship the King
ELW #843. Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness
ELW #623. Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me
ELW #549. Send Me, Jesus
ELW #809. Send Me, Lord (Thuma mina)
ELW #432. The Head That Once Was Crowned
LBW #506. Dear Lord and Father of Mankind
LBW #16. I Will Sing the Story of Your Love
LBW #431. Your Hand, O Lord, in Days of Old
Various Hymnals I Will Sing of the Mercies of the Lord (1800’s) by James Fillmore
Various Hymnals Psalm 89: For Ever I Will Sing (1993) by Marty Haugen
Various Hymnals We lay our broken world (2005) by Anna Briggs
Various Hymnals When Jesus the Healer (1979) by Peter D. Smith
Various Hymnals Wonderful Story of Love (1885) by J. M. Driver
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)
Other (mostly contemporary) options:
“I Could Sing Of Your Love Forever” By Martin Smith.
“Micah 6:8” By Charlie Hall.
“Mighty to Save” By Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan.
More options here.
“Micah 6:8” By Charlie Hall.
“Mighty to Save” By Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan.
More options 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.
Heal the church, Most High God, of all its sins and move church leaders to lead with boldness and vision. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Heal creation, Most High God, of pollution and stir us to take better care of the planet you have entrusted to us. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Heal the nations, Most High God, of injustice and work through national leaders to bring about peace and justice. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Heal the brokenhearted, Most High God, of despair and surround them with love and care. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Heal the sick, Most High God, of their illnesses and work your freeing power in all entombed by disease or pain. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Heal our congregation, Most High God, of apathy and turn us outwards towards the needs of our neighbors. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
Heal our faith, Most High God, when it is damaged and point us to the powerful witness of the saints who have gone before us. 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.
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Worship Resources: January 19, 2020
Epiphany 2 Year 2
Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Proper 6(11)B
Readings: Parables in Mark – Mark 4:1-34 (Psalm 126)
Prayer of the Day (Working Preacher): God of the Word, in the parable of the sower you showed us how your word can take root and grow within us. Nurture the seeds of your word in our hearts and help us to grow in faith and love. Amen.
Other Resources: WorkingPreacher, TextWeek, RevGalBlog, BibleHub
Suggested hymns based on the texts:
ELW #516. Almighty God, Your Word Is Cast
ELW #816. Come, My Way, My Truth, My Life
ELW #693. Come, Ye Thankful People, Come
ELW #363. Come, You Faithful, Raise the Strain
ELW #520. Dearest Jesus, at Your Word
ELW #756. Eternal Father, Strong to Save
ELW #679. For the Fruit of All Creation
ELW #736. God the Sculptor of the Mountains
ELW #796. How Firm a Foundation
ELW #661. I Love to Tell the Story
ELW #696. Jesus Calls Us; o’er the Tumult
ELW #755. Jesus, Savior, Pilot Me
ELW #599. Lord Jesus, Think on Me
ELW #512. Lord, Let My Heart Be Good Soil
ELW #676. Lord, Speak to Us, That We May Speak
ELW #837. Many and Great, O God (Wakantanka taku nitawa)
ELW #379. Now the Green Blade Rises
ELW #550. On What Has Now Been Sown
ELW #519. Open Your Ears, O Faithful People
ELW #547. Sent Forth by God’s Blessing
ELW #663. Spread, Oh, Spread, Almighty Word
ELW #506. The Word of God is Source and Seed
ELW #677. This Little Light of Mine
ELW #680/1. We Plow the Fields and Scatter (Aramos nuestros campos)
LBW #505. Forth in Thy Name, O Lord, I Go
LBW #483. God Moves in a Mysterious Way
WOV #753. You Are the Seed
Various Hymnals Bring Forth the Kingdom (1986) by Marty Haugen
Various Hymnals The Kingdom of God Is Justice and Joy (1973) by Bryn Rees
Various Hymnals Lord, Make Us Servants of Your Peace (1969) by James Quinn
Various Hymnals The Reign of God (1995) by Delores Dufner
Various Hymnals Seed, Scattered and Sown (1987) by Dan Feiten
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)
Other (mostly contemporary) options:
“Build Your Kingdom Here” By Rend Collective Experiment.
“Invitacion Fountain” By Michael J. Pritzl.
“Mighty to Save” By Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan.
More options here.
“Invitacion Fountain” By Michael J. Pritzl.
“Mighty to Save” By Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan.
More options 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.
Help the church to hear and understand the good news of your amazing grace; bless all who sow the seeds of your words. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Bring healing to the soil and water; open our eyes to see the interconnectedness of all life. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Plant your seeds in the nations; help peace and justice to bloom and grow in all lands. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Grant that all hearts be made into good soil, receptive to your freeing word; strengthen communities and relationships with bonds of love and welcome. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Bring healing and vibrancy to those who are suffering; work in and through doctors, nurses, and all who provide care and comfort. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Make this congregation bold in sharing your word of love and mercy; grant that we live and speak in ways that spread your seeds in all areas of our lives. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
Bless all those who have shared your light with the world through the generations; help us to stand firm in their loving and faithful example. 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.
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Worship Resources: January 12, 2020
Baptism of Our Lord Year 2
Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Epiphany 7B, Epiphany 8B, Proper 3(8)B
Readings: Jesus Heals and Teaches – Mark 2:1-22 (Psalm 103:6-14)
Prayer of the Day (Working Preacher): Lord of forgiveness, you healed a paralytic by forgiving his sins. Forgive us, heal us, and teach us to walk in your ways. Amen.
Other Resources: WorkingPreacher, TextWeek, RevGalBlog
Suggested hymns based on the texts:
ELW #522. As We Gather at Your Table
ELW #838. Beautiful Savior
ELW #610. O Christ, the Healer, We Have Come
ELW #816. Come, My Way, My Truth, My Life
ELW #482. I Come with Joy
ELW #860. I’m So Glad Jesus Lifted Me
ELW #696. Jesus Calls Us; o’er the Tumult
ELW #810. O Jesus, I Have Promised
ELW #592. Just As I Am, without One Plea
ELW #308. O Morning Star, How Fair and Bright!*
ELW #886. Oh, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing
ELW #310. Songs of Thankfulness and Praise*
ELW #583. Take My Life, That I May Be
ELW #587/8. There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy
ELW #798. Will You Come and Follow Me (The Summons)
ELW #581. You Are Mine
LBW #431. Your Hand, O Lord, in Days of Old
Various Hymnals Freely, Freely (1972) by Carol Owens
Various Hymnals I Hear Thy Welcome Voice (1872) by Lewis Hartsough
Various Hymnals Lord of the Dance (1963) by Sydney Carter
Various Hymnals Now in This Banquet (1986) by Marty Haugen
Various Hymnals When Jesus the Healer (1979) by Peter D. Smith
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)
*Epiphany and Time after Epiphany Hymns
Other (mostly contemporary) options:
“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)” By Chris Tomlin, John Newton, et al.
“Amazing Love” By Graham Kendrick.
“Mighty to Save” By Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan.
“Overwhelmed by love” By Noel Richards.
More options here.
“Amazing Love” By Graham Kendrick.
“Mighty to Save” By Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan.
“Overwhelmed by love” By Noel Richards.
More options 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.
Forgive the church for its many sins; keep us from judgement and exclusion and teach us to love and welcome all. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Forgive humanity for the damage we have done to your creation; raise up leaders who will work to heal the earth and restore it to wholeness. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Forgive the nations; redeem our systems of power and bring about your justice for all people. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Forgive us when we harm others; help us to reach out towards one another with love and reconciliation. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Restore the sick (especially,…); and forgive the greed that keeps medicine and care from those who need it. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Forgive us gathered here today; bring us back to the way of Christ, the way of sacrificial love. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.
Here other intercessions may be offered.
Forgive us when we doubt and ignore the witness of the saints; keep us steadfast in the faith and grateful to all who have proclaimed it through the generations. 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.
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