THE ORDER OF WORSHIP

The Holy Trinity

June 11th, 2017 PRELUDE Be Thou My Vision arr. Butler
Holy Communion (ELW I) WELCOME

INTRODUCTION INVOCATION

Though the word trinity is not found in the scriptures, todays second In the name of the Father, and of the (+) Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
reading includes the apostolic greeting that begins the liturgy: The grace of
our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy GATHERING SONG: Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty! (ELW 413)
Spirit be with you all. In the gospel Jesus sends his disciples forth to
baptize in the name of the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit. The GREETING
doctrine of the Trinity expresses the heart of our faith: we experience and
worship the God of creation through Jesus Christ in and by the power of The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of
the Holy Spirit. the Holy Spirit be with you all!
And also with you!
CHILDREN are always welcome to our Worship Service. Rainbow bags
and a cry room are available. A staffed nursery is also available if needed. KYRIE
An usher will gladly provide you with assistance.

As a worship courtesy, we ask that you please turn off or set to vibrate
all cellular telephones and pagers during the worship service.

We ask that all present today please fill out the Attendance and Communion
registration card found in your bulletin and place it in the offering plate so
that we may record your presence with us.

PRAYER UPON ENTERING THE PEW

We give you thanks, O God, for in the beginning your Spirit moved over
the waters and by your Word you created the world, calling forth life in
which you took delight. Through the waters of the flood you delivered
Noah and his family, and through the sea you led your people Israel from
slavery into freedom. At the river your son was baptized by John and
anointed with the Holy Spirit. By the baptism of Jesus death and
resurrection you set us free from the power of sin and death and raise us up
to live in you. Pour out your Holy Spirit, the power of your living Word,
that those who are washed in the waters of baptism may be given new life.
To you be given honor and praise through Jesus Christ our Lord, in the
unity of the Holy Spirit, now and forever. Amen.
 PRAYER OF THE DAY

Let us pray.
Almighty Creator and ever-living God: we worship your glory, eternal
CANTICLE OF PRAISE 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.

A MESSAGE FOR OUR CHILDREN

FIRST READING: Genesis 1:1--2:4a

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In the beginning when God created the heavens and the earth, 2the earth
was a formless void and darkness covered the face of the deep, while a
wind from God swept over the face of the waters. 3Then God said, Let
there be light; and there was light. 4And God saw that the light was good;
and God separated the light from the darkness. 5God called the light Day,
and the darkness he called Night. And there was evening and there was
morning, the first day.
6And God said, Let there be a dome in the midst of the waters, and let it
separate the waters from the waters. 7So God made the dome and
separated the waters that were under the dome from the waters that were
above the dome. And it was so. 8God called the dome Sky. And there was earth. 29God said, See, I have given you every plant yielding seed that is
evening and there was morning, the second day. upon the face of all the earth, and every tree with seed in its fruit; you shall
9And God said, Let the waters under the sky be gathered together into have them for food. 30And to every beast of the earth, and to every bird of
one place, and let the dry land appear. And it was so. 10God called the dry the air, and to everything that creeps on the earth, everything that has the
land Earth, and the waters that were gathered together he called Seas. And breath of life, I have given every green plant for food. And it was
God saw that it was good. 11Then God said, Let the earth put forth so. 31God saw everything that he had made, and indeed, it was very good.
vegetation: plants yielding seed, and fruit trees of every kind on earth that And there was evening and there was morning, the sixth day.
bear fruit with the seed in it. And it was so. 12The earth brought forth 2:1Thus the heavens and the earth were finished, and all their
vegetation: plants yielding seed of every kind, and trees of every kind multitude. 2And on the seventh day God finished the work that he had done,
bearing fruit with the seed in it. And God saw that it was good. 13And there and he rested on the seventh day from all the work that he had done. 3So
was evening and there was morning, the third day. God blessed the seventh day and hallowed it, because on it God rested from
14And God said, Let there be lights in the dome of the sky to separate all the work that he had done in creation.
the day from the night; and let them be for signs and for seasons and for 4aThese are the generations of the heavens and the earth when they were
days and years, 15and let them be lights in the dome of the sky to give light created.
upon the earth. And it was so. 16God made the two great lightsthe
greater light to rule the day and the lesser light to rule the nightand the The word of the Lord.
stars. 17God set them in the dome of the sky to give light upon the earth, 18to Thanks be to God.
rule over the day and over the night, and to separate the light from the
darkness. And God saw that it was good. 19And there was evening and there PSALM: Psalm 8
was morning, the fourth day.
20And God said, Let the waters bring forth swarms of living creatures, Refrain:
and let birds fly above the earth across the dome of the sky. 21So God
created the great sea monsters and every living creature that moves, of
every kind, with which the waters swarm, and every winged bird of every
kind. And God saw that it was good. 22God blessed them, saying, Be
fruitful and multiply and fill the waters in the seas, and let birds multiply on Tone:
the earth. 23And there was evening and there was morning, the fifth day.
24And God said, Let the earth bring forth living creatures of every kind:
cattle and creeping things and wild animals of the earth of every kind. And
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it was so. 25God made the wild animals of the earth of every kind, and the O | LORD our Lord,
cattle of every kind, and everything that creeps upon the ground of every how majestic is your name in | all the earth!
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kind. And God saw that it was good. you whose glory is chanted above the heavens out of the mouths of
26Then God said, Let us make humankind in our image, according to in- | fants and children; you have set up a fortress against your
our likeness; and let them have dominion over the fish of the sea, and over enemies, to silence the foe | and avenger.
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the birds of the air, and over the cattle, and over all the wild animals of the When I consider your heavens, the work | of your fingers,
earth, and over every creeping thing that creeps upon the earth. the moon and the stars you have set | in their courses,
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27So God created humankind in his image, what are mere mortals that you should be mind- | ful of them,
in the image of God he created them; human beings that you should | care for them? R
male and female he created them.
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God blessed them, and God said to them, Be fruitful and multiply, and Yet you have made them little less | than divine;
fill the earth and subdue it; and have dominion over the fish of the sea and with glory and hon- | or you crown them.
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over the birds of the air and over every living thing that moves upon the You have made them rule over the works | of your hands;
 you have put all things un- | der their feet: The holy gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Matthew.
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all | flocks and cattle, Glory to you, O Lord.
even the wild beasts | of the field,
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the birds of the air, the fish | of the sea, 16
Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus
and whatever passes along the paths | of the sea. had directed them. 17When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some
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O | LORD our Lord, doubted. 18And Jesus came and said to them, All authority in heaven and
how majestic is your name in | all the earth! R on earth has been given to me. 19Go therefore and make disciples of all
nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the
SECOND READING: 2 Corinthians 13:11-13 Holy Spirit, 20and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded
you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.
[Paul writes:] 11Finally, brothers and sisters, farewell. Put things in order,
listen to my appeal, agree with one another, live in peace; and the God of The gospel of the Lord.
love and peace will be with you. 12Greet one another with a holy kiss. All Praise to you, O Christ.
the saints greet you. 13The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God,
and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with all of you. SERMON Pastor Charles Peterson

The word of the Lord. HYMN OF THE DAY: Creating God, Your Fingers Trace (ELW 684)
Thanks be to God.
AFFIRMATION OF BAPTISM

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Dear friends, we give thanks for the gift of baptism and for these persons,
one with us in the body of Christ, who are making public affirmation
of their baptism.

Those making affirmation are presented by a representative of the

congregation:
I present Martin, Katherine and Gloria Hunt, Robert Ohrstedt,
Tim Rinehart and Robert Weld, who desire to make public affirmation
of their baptism.

Let us pray.
Merciful God, we thank you for these sisters and brothers, whom you have
VERSE: Holy, holy, holy is the | Lord of hosts;* made your own by water and the Word in baptism. You have called them to
Gods glory fills | the whole earth. Alleluia. (Isa. 6:3) yourself, enlightened them with the gifts of your Spirit, and
nourished them in the community of faith. Uphold your servants in the gifts
GOSPEL: Matthew 26:16-20 and promises of baptism, and unite the hearts of all whom you have
brought to new birth. We ask this in the name of Christ. Amen.
As the Gospel is announced, worshippers are invited to trace a cross upon
their forehead, then over their lips, and then over their hearts, silently The presiding minister addresses those making public affirmation of
praying, May the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ be ever on my mind, on baptism. The assembly may stand and join in the responses.
my lips, and in my heart.
I ask you to profess your faith in Christ Jesus, reject sin, and confess the the Father through faith in God the Son, in the power of the Holy Spirit.
faith of the church. Lord, in your mercy,
hear our prayer.
Do you renounce the devil and all the forces that defy God,
the powers of this world that rebel against God,
The pastor addresses those affirming their baptism.
and the ways of sin that draw you from God?
You have made public profession of your faith. Do you intend to continue
Response:
in the covenant God made with you in holy baptism:
I renounce them.
to live among Gods faithful people,
The presiding minister addresses the candidates and the assembly. to hear the word of God and share in the Lords supper,
Do you believe in God the Father? to proclaim the good news of God in Christ through word and deed,
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. to serve all people, following the example of Jesus,
and to strive for justice and peace in all the earth?
Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?
I believe in Jesus Christ, Gods only Son, our Lord, who was conceived Each person responds:
by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius
I do, and I ask God to help and guide me.
Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead.
On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at
The minister addresses the assembly.
the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and
the dead. People of God, do you promise to support these sisters and brothers and
pray for them in their life in Christ?
Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? We do, and we ask God to help and guide us.
I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of
saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life Those making affirmation may kneel. The presiding minister prays for
everlasting. Gods blessing.
Let us pray.
THE PRAYERS
We give you thanks, O God, that through water and the Holy Spirit you
give us new birth, cleanse us from sin, and raise us to eternal life.
Let us pray for Martin, Katherine, Gloria, Robert. Tim and Robert who are
affirming their Baptism, for all the baptized everywhere:
The blessing may be repeated for each person. The minister may lay both
Each petition ends with: hands on the head of the person and say:
Lord, in your mercy,
Father in heaven, for Jesus sake, stir up in Martin, Katherine, Gloria,
hear our prayer.
Robert, Tim and Robert the gift of your Holy Spirit; confirm her/his faith,
guide her/his life, empower her/him in her/his serving, give her/him
Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in
patience in suffering, and bring her/him to everlasting life. Amen.
your mercy, through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Those making public affirmation stand and face the assembly. A
Holy God, you bring life out of death at every turn. We give you thanks for
representative of the congregation addresses the assembly.
all the saints, especially this week the apostle Barnabas and for dear ones
whom we mourn especially those who have been part of this community of
faith. Move us by their example to proclaim with our lives the love of God
Let us rejoice with these sisters and brothers in Christ.
We rejoice with you in the life of baptism. Together we will give thanks
and praise to God and proclaim the good news to all the world. DIALOGUE

PEACE

Come, Holy Spirit,

Renew the face of the earth!
The peace of Christ be with you always.
And also with you.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

ANTHEM AT THE OFFERING Hymn to the Trinity Tchaikovsky

OFFERTORY HYMN: Create in Me a Clean Heart (ELW 186)

PREFACE

HOLY, HOLY, HOLY

OFFERING PRAYER

Let us pray.
Blessed are you, O God, ruler of heaven and earth. Day by day you shower EUCHARISTIC PRAYER
us with blessings. As you have raised us to new life in Christ, give us glad
and generous hearts, ready to praise you and to respond to those in need, Worshippers are invited to bow with the consecration of the Lords body
through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. and blood, each time the words Do this for the remembrance of me, are
spoken.

Blessed are you, O God of the universe. Your mercy is everlasting LORD'S PRAYER
and your faithfulness endures from age to age.
Praise to you for creating the heavens and the earth. Risen Lord, remember us in your kingdom, and teach us to pray:
Praise to you for saving the earth from the waters of the flood. Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom
Praise to you for bringing the Israelites safely through the sea. come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our
Praise to you for leading your people through the wilderness to the land of daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who
milk and honey. trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us
Praise to you for the words and deeds of Jesus, your anointed one. from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory,
Praise to you for the death and resurrection of Christ. forever and ever. Amen.
Praise to you for your Spirit poured out on all nations.
INVITATION TO COMMUNION
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: Alleluia! Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us!
Take and eat; this is my body, given for you. Therefore let us keep the feast! Alleluia!
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 COMMUNION
covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of
sin. Do this for the remembrance of me. The body of Christ, given for you.
The blood of Christ, shed for you. Amen.
With this bread and cup we remember our Lords passover from death to
life as we proclaim the mystery of faith: All baptized people are welcome to the table to receive Christs body and
Christ has died. blood. If you have not been baptized, you are also welcome to the table as
Christ is risen. Gods guest; we are honored by your presence. We recognize the Body of
Christ will come again. Christ as the community of the baptized, so if you would like to become
part of the Body of Christ, we encourage you to seek baptism. If you cant
O God of resurrection and new life: Pour out your Holy Spirit on us and on or dont wish to receive today, we encourage you to hold your hands over
these gifts of bread and wine. Bless this feast. Grace our table with your your chest for a blessing as you come forward.
presence.
Come, Holy Spirit. LAMB OF GOD

Reveal yourself to us in the breaking of the bread. Raise us up as the body

of Christ for the world. Breathe new life into us. Send us forth, burning
with justice, peace, and love.
Come, Holy Spirit.

With your holy ones of all times and places, especially Mary, the mother of
our Lord, all the witness present on the day of Pentecost, Erik, Helena, with
the earth and all its creatures, with sun and moon and stars, we praise you,
O God, blessed and Holy Trinity, now and forever. Amen.
SONG DURING DISTRIBUTION:
Holy God, We Praise Your Name (ELW 414)

PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION

Let us pray. Life-giving God, in the mystery of Christ's resurrection you

send light to conquer darkness, water to give new life, and the bread of life
to nourish your people. Send us forth as witnesses to your Son's
resurrection, that we may show your glory to all the world, through Jesus
Christ, our risen Lord. Amen.

BLESSING

Almighty God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless you now and forever.
Amen.

SENDING HYMN: Come, Join the Dance of Trinity (ELW 412)

DISMISSAL

Go in peace. Share the good news.

Thanks be to God.

POSTLUDE Chorale Fantasy on Gloria Tibi Trinitas Wells

UPCOMING COMMEMORATIONS

Barnabas, Apostle
Sunday, June 11, 2017
Barnabas was not numbered among the twelve apostles, but the book of
Acts gives him that title. After Paul was converted to Christianity, Barnabas
welcomed him to Jerusalem, and later the two traveled together on
missionary journeys.

Basil the Great, Bishop of Caesarea, died 379; Gregory, Bishop of

Nyssa, died around 385; Gregory of Nazianzus, Bishop of
Constantinople, died around 389; Macrina, theologian, died around
379 Wednesday, June 14, 2017
The Cappadocian fathers, as the three men in this group are known,
explored the mystery of the Holy Trinity. Basil's monastic rule forms the
basis for Eastern monastic life. Gregory of Nazianzus defended orthodox
Christianity in Constantinople. Gregory of Nyssa, Basil's younger brother,
wrote on the spiritual life. Macrina, older sister of Basil and Gregory of
Nyssa, was the leader of a community dedicated to asceticism, meditation,
and prayer.

The flowers on the altar are given to the glory of God and in
loving memory of my mother Carolyn.

Presented by Kristi Huskey