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Holy Trinity Sunday 

Prelude 

Welcome and Announcements 

Ringing of the Bell 

Confession and Forgiveness 

L: Blessed be the holy Trinity, one God, the God of manna, the God of miracles, the God of mercy. 

Amen. 

Drawn to Christ and seeking God’s abundance, let us confess our sin. 

Silence is kept for reflection. 

God, our provider, help us. It is hard to believe there is enough to share. We question your ways when they differ from the ways of the world in which we live. We turn to our own understanding rather than trusting in you. We take offense at your teachings and your ways. Turn us again to you. Where else can we turn? Share with us the words of eternal life and feed us for life in the world. Amen. 

Beloved people of God: in Jesus, the manna from heaven, you are fed and nourished. By Jesus, the worker of miracles, there is always more than enough. Through Jesus, the bread of life, you are shown God’s mercy: you are forgiven and loved into abundant life. Amen. 

Hymn #413 “Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty!” 

Greeting: 

L: 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. 

L: Glory to God 

L: Let us pray. 

C: Almighty Creator and ever-living God: we worship your glory, eternal Three-in-One, and we praise your power, majestic One-in-Three. Keep us steadfast in this faith, defend us in all adversity, and bring us at last into your presence, where you live in endless joy and love, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. 

WORD 

First Reading: Romans 8: 12—17 Pg. 1757 

R: Word of God, Word of life. C: Thanks be to God. 

Psalm: Psalm 29 Pg. 866 

Refrain: 

PS 29:1 Ascribe to the LORD, O mighty ones, ascribe to the LORD glory and strength. 

PS 29:2 Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his name; worship the LORD in 

the splendor of his holiness. 

Refrain: 

PS 29:3 The voice of the LORD is over the waters; the God of glory thunders, 

the LORD thunders over the mighty waters. 

PS 29:4 The voice of the LORD is powerful; the voice of the LORD is majestic. 

Refrain: 

PS 29:8 The voice of the LORD shakes the desert; the LORD shakes the 

Desert of Kadesh. 

PS 29:9 The voice of the LORD twists the oaks and strips the forests bare. 

And in his temple all cry, "Glory!" 

 

Refrain: 

PS 29:10 The LORD sits enthroned over the flood; the LORD is enthroned as 

King forever. 

PS 29:11 The LORD gives strength to his people; the LORD blesses his 

people with peace. 

Refrain: 

Please Stand 

Gospel Acclamation 

The Gospel according to John, the third chapter. 

(After the Gospel is announced, we sing) 

Second Reading: John 3: 1—17 Pg.1649 

R: Word of God, Word of life. C: Thanks be to God. 

(After the reading of the Gospel, we sing) 

Please be seated. 

Children’s Sermon 

Reading Isaiah 6: 1—8 Pg. 1692 

Sermon Rev. Kris Franke Hill 

Hymn # 408 “Come Thy Almighty King” 

L: Together with the whole church, we confess our faith: 

We believe in one God, 

the Father, the Almighty, 

maker of heaven and earth, 

of all that is, seen and unseen. 

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, 

the only Son of God, 

eternally begotten of the Father, 

God from God, Light from Light, 

true God from true God, 

begotten, not made, 

of one Being with the Father; 

through him all things were made. 

For us and for our salvation 

he came down from heaven, 

was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary 

and became truly human. 

For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; 

he suffered death and was buried. 

On the third day he rose again 

in accordance with the scriptures; 

he ascended into heaven 

and is seated at the right hand of the Father. 

He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, 

and his kingdom will have no end. 

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, 

who proceeds from the Father and the Son,* 

who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, 

who has spoken through the prophets. 

We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic church. 

We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. 

We look for the resurrection of the dead, 

and the life of the world to come. Amen. 

 

The Prayers 

L:. . . .Merciful God 

C: Receive our prayer. 

 

The Peace 

L: The peace of Christ be with you always. 

C: And also with you. 

L: You may share the peace with one another. 

Offering 

Offering Hymn #864 “Praise, My Soul, the God of Heaven” 

L: Let us pray, 

All: Jesus, Bread of life, you have set this table with your very self, and called us to the feast of plenty. Gather what has been sown among us, and strengthen us in this meal. Make us to be what we receive here, your body for the life of the world. Amen. 

The Great Thanksgiving: 

MEAL 

 

P: It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks and praise. . . We praise your name and join their unending hymn: 

Eucharistic Prayer 

Holy, mighty, and merciful Lord, 

heaven and earth are full of your glory. 

In great love you sent to us Jesus, your Son, 

who reached out to heal the sick and suffering, 

who preached good news to the poor, 

and who, on the cross, opened his arms to all. 

In the night in which he was betrayed, 

our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks; 

broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying: 

Take and eat; this is my body, given for you. 

Do this for the remembrance of me. 

Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, 

and gave it for all to drink, saying: 

This cup is the new covenant in my blood, 

shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. 

Do this for the remembrance of me. 

Remembering, therefore, his death, resurrection, and ascension, 

we await his coming in glory. 

Pour out upon us the Spirit of your love, O Lord, 

and unite the wills of all who share this heavenly food, 

the body and blood of Jesus Christ, our Lord; 

to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, 

be all honor and glory, now and forever. 

Amen. 

P: Remember us in your kingdom and teach us to pray… 

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. 

Invitation to Communion 

P: Christ has set the table with more than enough for all. Come! 

 

Communion Distribution---All are welcome at the Lord’s table. The cups contain wine (red) or grape juice (white). Those who do not normally receive communion, are free to come forward for a blessing. 

Communion Hymns 

Hymn #658 “O Jesus, Joy of Loving Hearts” 

Hymn #460 “Now the Silence” 

Blessing 

P: The body and blood of our Lord, Jesus Christ, strengthen you and keep you in his grace. 

Amen. 

Prayer after Communion 

P: Jesus, Bread of life, we have received from your table more than we could ever ask. As you have nourished us in this meal, now strengthen us to love the world with your own life. In your name we pray. Amen. 

Benediction 

The blessing of God, who provides for us, feeds us, and journeys with us, 

be upon you now and forever. 

Hymn #537 “On Our Way Rejoicing” 

L: Go in peace. You are the body of Christ. 

Thanks be to God. 

Postlude 

 

Our thanks to those who serve as our worship leaders:: 

Our Reader—Linnea Schlobohm 

Our Liturgist—Andrew More 

Organist—Angela Lau 

Music Accompanist—Doris Menke 

Hand Bell Director—Wendy Kuenemann 

Transitional Pastor—Rev. Kristine Franke Hill