THE ORDER OF WORSHIP

Time after Pentecost, Lectionary 15

July 14, 2019 PRELUDE The Lord of Salisbury His Pavan Orlando Gibbons

Holy Communion (ELW 8) WELCOME

INVOCATION

In the name of the Father, and of the (+) Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
INTRODUCTION
Amen.
In the life, death, and resurrection of Christ Jesus God proves that God
GATHERING SONG: Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee (ELW 836)
loves all people, no matter what. The gospel mercy comes to us again
today: at the font, at the altar, and from the pulpit. The Law--to love the
GREETING
Lord your God with all your heart, soul, strength, and mind is to reflect
God’s mercy in responding to one’s neighbor. The Gospel and the Law are
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of
the plumb lines by which we can judge whether our own lives are sound
the Holy Spirit be with you all!
and true.
And also with you!
CHILDREN are always welcome to our Worship Service. Rainbow bags and
CANTICLE OF PRAISE
a cry room are available. A staffed nursery is also available if needed. 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

Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from
whom no secrets are hidden: cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the
illumination of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you and
worthily magnify your holy name, loving you with all our hearts and loving
our neighbors as ourselves, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
 FIRST READING: Amos 7:7-17

Amos, a shepherd from the southern village of Tekoa, is called by God to

preach against Israel, the Northern Kingdom, in a time of economic
prosperity. Today’s reading illustrates how Amos’s stinging criticism of
Israel alienated him from those in authority, including King Jeroboam and
the priest Amaziah.
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This is what [the Lord GOD] showed me: the Lord was standing beside a
wall built with a plumb line, with a plumb line in his hand. 8And the LORD
said to me, “Amos, what do you see?” And I said, “A plumb line.” Then the
Lord said,
“See, I am setting a plumb line
in the midst of my people Israel;
I will never again pass them by;
9
the high places of Isaac shall be made desolate,
and the sanctuaries of Israel shall be laid waste,
and I will rise against the house of Jeroboam with the sword.”
10
Then Amaziah, the priest of Bethel, sent to King Jeroboam of Israel,
saying, “Amos has conspired against you in the very center of the house of
Israel; the land is not able to bear all his words. 11For thus Amos has said,
‘Jeroboam shall die by the sword,
and Israel must go into exile
away from his land.’ ”
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And Amaziah said to Amos, “O seer, go, flee away to the land of Judah,
earn your bread there, and prophesy there; 13but never again prophesy at
PRAYER OF THE DAY Bethel, for it is the king’s sanctuary, and it is a temple of the kingdom.”
14
Then Amos answered Amaziah, “I am no prophet, nor a prophet’s son;
Let us pray. but I am a herdsman, and a dresser of sycamore trees, 15and the LORD took
O Lord God, your mercy delights us, and the world longs for your loving me from following the flock, and the LORD said to me, ‘Go, prophesy to
care. Hear the cries of everyone in need, and turn our hearts to love our my people Israel.’
neighbors with the love of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
16
“Now therefore hear the word of the LORD.
Amen. You say, ‘Do not prophesy against Israel,
Please be seated. and do not preach against the house of Isaac.’
17
Therefore thus says the LORD:
A MESSAGE FOR OUR CHILDREN ‘Your wife shall become a prostitute in the city,
and your sons and your daughters shall fall by the sword,
and your land shall be parceled out by line;
you yourself shall die in an unclean land,
and Israel shall surely go into exile away from its land.’ ”

The word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.
PSALM 82 SECOND READING: Colossians 1:1-14

Refrain: The letter to the Colossians was written to warn its readers of various false
teachings. The first part of the letter is an expression of thanks for the faith,
hope, and love that mark this community, including a prayer for strength
and courage from Paul.
1
Paul, an apostle of Christ Jesus by the will of God, and Timothy our
brother,
2
Tone: To the saints and faithful brothers and sisters in Christ in Colossae:
Grace to you and peace from God our Father.
3
In our prayers for you we always thank God, the Father of our Lord
Jesus Christ, 4for we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love
1 that you have for all the saints, 5because of the hope laid up for you in
God stands to charge the divine coun- | cil assembled,
heaven. You have heard of this hope before in the word of the truth, the
giving judgment in the midst | of the gods:
gospel 6that has come to you. Just as it is bearing fruit and growing in the
2
“How long will you | judge unjustly,
whole world, so it has been bearing fruit among yourselves from the day
and show favor | to the wicked? you heard it and truly comprehended the grace of God. 7This you learned
3
Save the weak | and the orphan;
from Epaphras, our beloved fellow servant. He is a faithful minister of
defend the hum- | ble and needy;
4 Christ on your behalf, 8and he has made known to us your love in the Spirit.
rescue the weak | and the poor; 9
For this reason, since the day we heard it, we have not ceased praying
deliver them from the power | of the wicked. R for you and asking that you may be filled with the knowledge of God’s will
5 in all spiritual wisdom and understanding, 10so that you may lead lives
They do not know, neither do they understand; they wander a- | bout in
worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him, as you bear fruit in every good
darkness;
work and as you grow in the knowledge of God. 11May you be made strong
all the foundations of the | earth are shaken.
with all the strength that comes from his glorious power, and may you be
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Now I say to you, | ‘You are gods,
prepared to endure everything with patience, while joyfully 12giving thanks
and all of you children of | the Most High; to the Father, who has enabled you to share in the inheritance of the saints
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nevertheless, you shall | die like mortals,
in the light. 13He has rescued us from the power of darkness and transferred
and fall like | any prince.’ ”
8 us into the kingdom of his beloved Son, 14in whom we have redemption,
Arise, O God, and | rule the earth,
the forgiveness of sins.
for you shall take all nations | for your own. R
The word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.

Please stand for the reading of the gospel.

GOSPEL ACCLAMATION other side. 33But a Samaritan while traveling came near him; and when he
saw him, he was moved with pity. 34He went to him and bandaged his
wounds, having poured oil and wine on them. Then he put him on his own
animal, brought him to an inn, and took care of him. 35The next day he took
out two denarii, gave them to the innkeeper, and said, ‘Take care of him;
and when I come back, I will repay you whatever more you spend.’
36
Which of these three, do you think, was a neighbor to the man who fell
into the hands of the robbers?” 37He said, “The one who showed him
mercy.” Jesus said to him, “Go and do likewise.”

The gospel of the Lord.

Praise to you, O Christ.

SERMON Pastor Charles Peterson

HYMN OF THE DAY:

GOSPEL: Luke 10:25-37 Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound (ELW 779)

Jesus is challenged to explain what is involved in obeying the greatest

commandment. Jesus tells a parable rich in surprises: those expected to APOSTLES’ CREED
show pity display hard hearts while the lowly give and receive unexpected As they recite the creed, worshippers are invited to bow beginning with the
and lavish mercy. words “born of the virgin Mary,” until the words “he descended to the
dead.”
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
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
praying, “May the Gospel of the Lord Jesus Christ be ever on my mind, on
my lips, and in my heart.”
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived
by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius
The holy gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Luke.
Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead.
Glory to you, O Lord.
On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at
the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and
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Just then a lawyer stood up to test Jesus. “Teacher,” he said, “what must I
the dead.
do to inherit eternal life?” 26He said to him, “What is written in the law?
What do you read there?” 27He answered, “You shall love the Lord your
I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of
God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your strength,
saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life
and with all your mind; and your neighbor as yourself.” 28And he said to
everlasting. Amen.
him, “You have given the right answer; do this, and you will live.”
29
But wanting to justify himself, he asked Jesus, “And who is my
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION
neighbor?” 30Jesus replied, “A man was going down from Jerusalem to
Jericho, and fell into the hands of robbers, who stripped him, beat him, and
Joining our voices with God’s people around the world, let us offer our
went away, leaving him half dead. 31Now by chance a priest was going prayers for those in need.
down that road; and when he saw him, he passed by on the other side. 32So
likewise a Levite, when he came to the place and saw him, passed by on the Please sit or kneel as you are able.
Each petition ends with: OFFERTORY Sarabande in Canon Louis Couperin
let us pray.
Have mercy, O God. OFFERTORY HYMN: Create in Me a Clean Heart (ELW 188)

Merciful God, you hear the prayers of your people even before they are
spoken. We commend these and all our prayers to you, trusting in your
abundant mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Amen.

CONFESSION OF SIN AND PROCLAMATION OF FORGIVENESS

Beloved in the Lord, let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of
one another.

Silence for reflection.

Most merciful God,

We confess that we have turned away from loving You, our neighbor,
and the world you cherish. We are truly sorry and humbly repent from
this way of death. In your compassion forgive us our sins, known and
unknown, things we have done and things we have failed to do. Fill us
with your Spirit, uphold us, and lead us, so that we may live and serve
you in full, joyful life through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Amen.

God, who is rich in mercy, loved us even when we were dead in sin, and
made us alive together with Christ. By grace you have been saved. In the
name of ☩ Jesus Christ I declare to you: God forgives you all your sins.
Almighty God strengthen you through the Holy Spirit, that Christ may live
in your hearts by faith and show forth in your life.
Amen.

Please rise and greet one another in the peace of the risen Christ.

PEACE

The peace of Christ be with you always.

And also with you.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
OFFERING PRAYER

Let us pray. God of all creation, all you have made is good, and your love
endures forever. You bring forth bread from the earth and fruit from the
vine. Nourish us with the Body and Blood of Christ through these gifts, so
that we will love the world as you have loved us in Jesus Christ, our Savior EUCHARISTIC PRAYER
and Lord. Amen. Worshippers are invited to bow with the consecration of the Lord’s body
and blood, each time the words “Do this for the remembrance of me,” are
DIALOGUE spoken.

The Lord be with you. Holy, mighty, and merciful Lord, heaven and earth are full of your glory. In
And also with you. great love you sent to us Jesus, your Son, who reached out to heal the sick
Lift up your hearts. and suffering, who preached good news to the poor, and who, on the cross,
We lift them to the Lord. opened his arms to all.
Let us give thanks to the Lord, our God.
It is right to give our thanks and praise. 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
PREFACE my body, given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.

It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in all Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to
places give thanks and praise to you, almighty and merciful God, through drink, saying: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and
our Savior Jesus Christ; who on this day overcame death and the grave, and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me.
by his glorious resurrection opened to us the way of everlasting life. And
so, with all the choirs of angels, with the church on earth and the hosts of Remembering, therefore, his life, death, resurrection, and ascension, we
heaven, we praise your name and join their unending hymn: 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
HOLY, HOLY, HOLY of Jesus Christ, our Lord; to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be all
honor and glory, now and forever.
Amen.

LORD'S PRAYER

Risen Lord, 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 SONG DURING DISTRIBUTION:
Love Divine, All Loves Excelling (ELW 631)
All who want to die to themselves, pick up the cross, and live by the Holy
Spirit, come to the feast!

Lutherans believe, teach and confess that we receive the true Body and
Blood of Christ in Holy Communion. If you desire to pick up the cross and
live in Christ, we hope you will receive with us. Even if you do not feel
prepared to receive the sacrament today we hope you will join us at the
table. Simply hold your hands over your heart and the pastor will give you
a blessing. Pastor will be glad to discuss Holy Communion and Holy
Baptism with you!

COMMUNION

The body of Christ, given for you.

The blood of Christ, shed for you.
Amen.

LAMB OF GOD
PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION The Altar flowers are administered by the worship committee. The 2019
Altar Flower chart is posted on the bulletin board in the lower lobby and
God our Father, with this bread of life and cup of salvation you have united there is a nearby pocket containing an information sheet for donors to
us with Christ, making us one with all your people. Now send us forth in complete and hand into the office or place in the offering plate for
the power of your Spirit, that we may proclaim your redeeming love to the proper publication in the bulletin.
world and continue forever in the risen life of Jesus Christ, our Lord.
Amen. If you would like to purchase flowers for worship in memory of or in honor
of someone, please sign up. The cost is $35 per arrangement, and checks
BLESSING should be made out to Trinity Lutheran Church. The contact person is Mary
in the church office (614) 224.6818 or email: office@oldtrinity.com.
The Lord bless you and keep you. Please do not remove flowers unless you purchased them or made
The Lord’s face shine on you with grace and mercy. arrangements.
The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace.
In the name of the Father, and of the +Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MEMBER OF
TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH?
SENDING HYMN: Lord, Dismiss Us with Your Blessing (ELW 545)
We receive members throughout the year by Baptism, Affirmation of Faith,
DISMISSAL
Confirmation, Letter of Transfer, and New Member Instruction. Please
contact the church office with any questions. 224-6818.
Filled with the Holy Spirit, go in peace. Share the good news.
Thanks be to God!

POSTLUDE Preludium Orlando Gibbons

Please feel free to take your bulletin and happenings with you.
If you wish to discard your bulletin, a recycling box is located at the exit.
Upcoming Commemorations Thank you.

Bartolomé de Las Casas, missionary to the Indies, died 1566

Wednesday, July 17, 2019
A native of Spain, Las Casas first came to the Western hemisphere while
serving in the military. Granted a large estate with indigenous slaves, he
freed them after he was ordained a priest. He worked in the Caribbean and
Central America to improve the lives of the native peoples.