Service of Holy Communion & Prayers for Healing & Anointing with Oils First Sunday of Advent December 2, 2018
Loving, Living & Sharing Christ Good Shepherd Lutheran Church and School 99 Central Park Rd., Plainview, NY 11803 Phone: 516.349.1966 Website: ourshepherdlives.org Email:
[email protected] Eric Faret, Seminarian Field Worker Reverend Eric Olaf Olsen, Pastor Home Phone: 516-342-9501 Cell Phone: 716 352-0055
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[email protected] Website: gsplainview.org Liturgy + Sundays at 8:00 a.m., 10:15 a.m. & 6:00 p.m.
GATHERING (When no incoming members are present) The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God. Presentation P: Dear friends, we give thanks for the gift of baptism as we come before God to make public affirmation of baptism into Christ. P: Let us pray. Merciful God, we thank you that you have made us your own by water and the Word in baptism. You have called us to yourself, enlightened us with the gifts of your Spirit, and nourished us in the community of faith. Uphold us and all your servants in the gifts 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. C: Amen. The assembly stands. Profession of Faith The presiding minister addresses the assembly. P: I ask you to profess your faith in Christ Jesus, reject sin, and confess the faith of the church. Do you renounce the devil and all the forces that defy God? C: I renounce them. P: Do you renounce the powers of this world that rebel against God? C: I renounce them. P: Do you renounce the ways of sin that draw you from God?
C: I renounce them. P: Do you believe in God the Father? C: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. P: Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? C: 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 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 right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. P: Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? C: 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 everlasting. P: You have made public profession of your faith. Do you intend to continue in the covenant God made with you in holy baptism: to live among God's faithful people, to hear the word of God and share in the Lord's supper, to proclaim the good news of God in Christ through word and deed, to serve all people, following the example of Jesus,
and to strive for justice and peace in all the earth? C: I do, and I ask God to help and guide me. P: People of God, do you promise to support and pray for one another in your life in Christ? C: We do, and we ask God to help and guide us. P: Let us pray. 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. Stir up in your people the gift of your Holy Spirit: the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and the fear of the Lord, the spirit of joy in your presence, both now and forever. C: Amen.
GATHERING (when incoming members are present) The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God. Announcements Prelude Children’s Moment Presentation Those making affirmation may gather with the ministers at the font. They may be joined by others from the assembly. The presiding minister may note briefly the occasion for this affirmation. P: Dear friends, we give thanks for the gift of baptism and for these people, one with us in the body of Christ, who are making public affirmation of their baptism. A representative of the congregation presents those making affirmation. A: I present Ellen, Robert, Steven, Nancy, Carol, Thomas, Peggy, Brian, Ann, and Lauren. P: Let us pray. Merciful God, we thank you for these sisters and brothers, whom you have made your own by water and the Word in baptism. You have called them to yourself, enlightened them with the gifts of your Spirit, and nourished them in the community of faith. Uphold your servants in the gifts 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. C: Amen.
Profession of Faith The presiding minister addresses those making public affirmation of baptism. The assembly may stand and join in the responses. P: I ask you to profess your faith in Christ Jesus, reject sin, and confess the faith of the church. Do you renounce the devil and all the forces that defy God? C: We renounce them. P: Do you renounce the powers of this world that rebel against God? C: We renounce them. P: Do you renounce the ways of sin that draw you from God? C: We renounce them. The presiding minister addresses the candidates and the assembly. P: Do you believe in God the Father? C: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. P: Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? C: 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 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 right hand of the Father,
and he will come to judge the living and the dead. P: Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? C: 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 everlasting. Amen. Affirmation of Baptism When the assembly is making affirmation of baptism, the presiding minister addresses them. P: You have made public profession of your faith. Do you intend to continue in the covenant God made with you in holy baptism: to live among God's faithful people, to hear the word of God and share in the Lord's supper, to proclaim the good news of God in Christ through word and deed, to serve all people, following the example of Jesus, and to strive for justice and peace in all the earth? C: We do, and we ask God to help and guide us. P: People of God, do you promise to support Ellen, Robert, Steven, Nancy, Carol, Thomas, Peggy, Brian, Ann, and Lauren, making public affirmation of their baptism, and to pray for them in their life in Christ? C: We do, and we ask God to help and guide us. P: Let us pray. 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. Stir up in your people the gift of your Holy Spirit: the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and the fear of the Lord, the spirit of joy in your presence, both now and forever. C: Amen. Welcome The ministers and those gathered at the font face the assembly. A representative of the congregation addresses the assembly. R: Let us welcome Ellen, Robert, Steven, Nancy, Carol, Thomas, Peggy, Brian, Ann, and Lauren, making public affirmation of baptism. C: 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. Entrance Hymn LBW#145 “Psalmody”
Advent Wreath Lighting: ELW#240 “Light One Candle to Watch for Messiah” verse 1
First Reading
Jeremiah 33:14-16
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The days are surely coming, says the Lord, when I will fulfill the promise I made to the house of Israel and the house of Judah. 15In those days and at that time I will cause a righteous Branch to spring up for David; and he shall execute justice and righteousness in the land. 16In those days Judah will be saved and Jerusalem will live in safety. And this is the name by which it will be called: “The Lord is our righteousness.” L: The Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. Silence Psalm 25:1-10 1
To | you, O Lord, I lift | up my soul. 2 My God, I put my trust in you; let me not be | put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph | over me. 3 Let none who look to you be | put to shame; rather let those be put to shame | who are treacherous. 4 Show me your | ways, O Lord, and teach | me your paths. 5 Lead me in your | truth and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation; in you have I trusted all | the day long. 6 Remember, O Lord, your compas- | sion and love, for they are from | everlasting. 7 Remember not the sins of my youth and | my transgressions; remember me according to your steadfast love and for the sake of your good- | ness, O Lord. 8 You are gracious and up- | right, O Lord;
therefore you teach sinners | in your way. 9 You lead the low- | ly in justice and teach the low- | ly your way. 10 All your paths, O Lord, are steadfast | love and faithfulness to those who keep your covenant and your | testimonies. Silence Gospel Acclamation
Gospel
Luke 21:25-36
P: The holy gospel according to Luke the 21st Chapter C: Glory to you, O Lord. [Jesus said:] 25“There will be signs in the sun, the moon, and the stars, and on the earth distress among nations confused by the roaring of the sea and the waves. 26People will faint from fear and foreboding of what is
coming upon the world, for the powers of the heavens will be shaken. 27 Then they will see ‘the Son of Man coming in a cloud’ with power and great glory. 28Now when these things begin to take place, stand up and raise your heads, because your redemption is drawing near.” 29Then he told them a parable: “Look at the fig tree and all the trees; 30as soon as they sprout leaves you can see for yourselves and know that summer is already near. 31So also, when you see these things taking place, you know that the kingdom of God is near. 32Truly I tell you, this generation will not pass away until all things have taken place. 33Heaven and earth will pass away, but my words will not pass away. 34“Be on guard so that your hearts are not weighed down with dissipation and drunkenness and the worries of this life, and that day does not catch you unexpectedly, 35like a trap. For it will come upon all who live on the face of the whole earth. 36Be alert at all times, praying that you may have the strength to escape all these things that will take place, and to stand before the Son of Man.” P: The Gospel of the Lord. C: Praise to you, O Christ. Pastor’s Meditation Silence Introduction to Service of Healing We are here in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, who restored the sick to health and who himself suffered for our sake. He is present among us still to heal and to make whole. We entrust ourselves to the grace and power of Jesus Christ, that the Lord may ease our suffering and grant us health and salvation
Prayers of Intercession Response to each petition is the Kyrie Litany Response below:
P:
As we await the coming of Christ, we pray in hope for the church, the world, and all of creation.
A brief silence. A:
Equip your church, merciful God. Secure our roots in the soil of your eternal word. Ease our worries and remove our shame. Grow our faithfulness and let your steadfast love blossom among us. Lord, in your mercy,
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Sustain your creation, holy God. Water the parched soil. Restore depleted fields. Send farmers, forest rangers, and gardeners to care for fig trees and wheat fields, gardens and arboretums. Increase our love for the land. Lord, in your mercy,
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Grow peace within us, abundant God. Raise up leaders in every community grounded in your justice and mercy. Increase their love for all people. Lord, in your mercy,
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Feed the hungry, living God. Gather our harvest into a feast for our neighbors. Move us to nurture those who are bereaved and lonely. Empower those living with HIV/AIDS and all who are sick especially Gloria, Allison & Dave, Barbara, Helen, Ariana, Charlie, Pat, Chris,
Barbara, Alex & Derek, Carolyn, Paul & Marilyn, Joe & Carol, Tom & Martha, Grace, John, Miriam & Paula, John, Emily, Laura, Janet, John, Annmarie, Arthur, Glen, Connie, Patricia, Brad & his family, Lynn, Bill, Shelly, Olga, Amanda, Gisela, Maya & her family, Frank, David, Chris, Frank, Claudia, Georgeann, Gregory, Romia, Steven, Theresa, Dilliana, Becky, Judy, and those we name before you now either in silence or aloud). Lord, in your mercy, A:
Increase our joy, wondrous God. Plant thanksgiving in our hearts and multiply the good fruit of our outreach ministries and creation care programs (especially). Guide us in our service to local and global neighbors. Lord, in your mercy,
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In thanksgiving, we remember all who have died and now rest in your glory (especially Keith, Jonathan, and those we name before you now either in silence or aloud). Hold all who mourn in the comfort of your eternal light, and bring us to delight in the new life you promise. Lord, in your mercy,
Here other intercessions may be offered. P:
Confident that the Holy Spirit intercedes for us, we bring to you these prayers and those unspoken, in the name of Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Anointing of Oil & Laying on of Hands Hymn: O Lord, Hear My Prayer O Lord, hear my prayer, O Lord, hear my prayer, When I call answer me.
O Lord, hear my prayer, O Lord, hear my prayer, Come and listen to me. Hymn: Shepherd Me, O God (with cantor solo) Shepherd me, O God beyond my wants, beyond my fears, from death into life Offertory & Presentation of Gifts Hymn: Create in Me a Clean Heart
Words of Institution The Lord’s Prayer (Sung)
Communion (All are welcome to the Lord’s Table. Pastor Olsen will give verbal instructions regarding the distribution).
Hymn: We Come to Your Feast We come to your feast, we come to your feast: the young and the old, the frightened, the bold, the greatest and the least. Welcome to your feast, we come to your feast with the fruit of our lands and the work of our hands, we come to your feast. Sending of Communion Prayer A:
C:
Let us pray. Eternal God, whose glory is revealed in the crucified and risen Lord, bless those who go forth to share your word and sacrament with our sisters and brothers who are sick/ homebound/imprisoned. In your love and care, nourish and strengthen those to whom we bring this communion in the body and blood of your Son, that we may all feast upon your abundant love made known in Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Silence for reflection. Benediction P:
The blessing of God Almighty, the wisdom and power of + Christ Jesus, and the light of the Holy Spirit be among you and remain with you always.
C: Amen. Sending Hymn “Blest Are They”
