Seventh Sunday of Easter Holy Communion (ELW I)

May 11th and 12th, 2013

INTRODUCTION The service today begins with the gospel appointed for Ascension Day, which was Thursday, May 9th. In that gospel the risen Christ ascends into heaven and his followers are assured that the Spirit will empower them to be witnesses throughout the earth. The disciples were told to not gaze up into heaven to look for Jesus; we find his presence among us as we proclaim the word and share the Easter feast. We too long for the Spirit to enliven our faith and invigorate our mission. In the gospel for the seventh Sunday of Easter it is possible to hear through Jesus high priestly prayer, a prayer he offered shortly before his death, the petitions of the ascended Lord for his own throughout historyto our dayand beyond. Jesus prays for us. In holy baptism we become believers in God, have our robes washed in the flood of Christs forgiveness, and receive the gift of life forever with all the saints. In this communion with all the saints we rejoice today in the baptism of Madeline Grace Ewing. We also give thanks today for the gift of family life, and most especially for our mothers. As a worship courtesy, we ask that you please turn off or set to vibrate all cellular telephones and pagers during the worship service. PRAYER UPON ENTERING THE PEW Triune God, whose will it is that humans live in community, bless family life everywhere and fill all homes with respect, joy, laughter, and prayer. Strengthen the commitment of husbands and wives to one another, that they may mirror your covenant faithfulness; pour out your Spirit on parents, that through them their children may taste your unconditional love; and empower all family members to live in your grace and forgiveness; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

THE ORDER OF WORSHIP PRELUDE Wagner Westminster Chimes Santo, Santo, Santo WELCOME PROCESSIONAL GOSPEL AND INVOCATION Please stand Alleluia! Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia! The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to Luke. Glory to you, O Lord.
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Douglas E.

arr. by Mary Kay Parrish

Then (Jesus) said to (the disciples), "These are my words that I spoke to you while I was still with you that everything written about me in the law of Moses, the prophets, and the psalms must be fulfilled." 45Then he opened their minds to understand the scriptures, 46and he said to them, "Thus it is written, that the Messiah is to suffer and to rise from the dead on the third day, 47and that repentance and forgiveness of sins is to be proclaimed in his name to all nations, beginning from Jerusalem. 48You are witnesses of these things. 49And see, I am sending upon you what my Father promised; so stay here in the city until you have been clothed with power from on high." 50 Then he led them out as far as Bethany, and, lifting up his hands, he blessed them. 51While he was blessing them, he withdrew from them and was carried up into heaven. 52And they worshiped him, and returned to Jerusalem with great joy; 53and they were continually in the temple blessing God. The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. Let us pray: Almighty God, your blessed Son, our Savior Jesus Christ, ascended far above all heavens that he might fill all things. Mercifully give us faith to trust that, as he promised, he abides with us on earth to the end of time, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Let us go forth in the name of the Father, and of the (+) Son, and of the

Holy Spirit. Amen. GATHERING SONG: Lord, You Give the Great Commission (ELW 579) GREETING Alleluia! Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia! The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all! And also with you! KYRIE

CANTICLE OF PRAISE

PRAYER OF THE DAY Let us pray. O God, form the minds of your faithful people into your one will. Make us love what you command and desire what you promise, that, amid all the changes of this world, our hearts may be fixed where true joy is found, your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. Please be seated A MESSAGE FOR OUR CHILDREN FIRST READING:
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But when her owners saw that their hope of making money was gone, they seized Paul and Silas and dragged them into the marketplace before the authorities. 20When they had brought them before the magistrates, they said, "These men are disturbing our city; they are Jews 21 and are advocating customs that are not lawful for us as Romans to adopt or observe." 22The crowd joined in attacking them, and the magistrates had them stripped of their clothing and ordered them to be beaten with rods. 23After they had given them a severe flogging, they threw them into prison and ordered the jailer to keep them securely. 24Following these instructions, he put them in the innermost cell and fastened their feet in the stocks. 25 About midnight Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God, and the prisoners were listening to them. 26Suddenly there was an earthquake, so violent that the foundations of the prison were shaken; and immediately all the doors were opened and everyone's chains were unfastened. 27When the jailer woke up and saw the prison doors wide open, he drew his sword and was about to kill himself, since he supposed that the prisoners had escaped. 28But Paul shouted in a loud voice, "Do not harm yourself, for we are all here." 29The jailer called for lights, and rushing in, he fell down trembling before Paul and Silas. 30Then he brought them outside and said, "Sirs, what must I do to be saved?" 31They answered, "Believe on the Lord Jesus, and you will be saved, you and your household." 32They spoke the word of the Lord to him and to all who were in his house. 33At the same hour of the night he took them and washed their wounds; then he and his entire family were baptized without delay. 34He brought them up into the house and set food before them; and he and his entire household rejoiced that he had become a believer in God. The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. PSALM: Refrain: Psalm 97

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Acts 16:1634

One day, as we were going to the place of prayer, we met a slave-girl who had a spirit of divination and brought her owners a great deal of money by fortune-telling. 17While she followed Paul and us, she would cry out, "These men are slaves of the Most High God, who proclaim to you a way of salvation." 18She kept doing this for many days. But Paul, very much annoyed, turned and said to the spirit, "I order you in the name of Jesus Christ to come out of her." And it came out that very hour.

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The LORD reigns; let the | earth rejoice; let the multitude of the | isles be glad. 2 Clouds and darkness sur- | round the LORD, righteousness and justice are the foundations | of God's throne. 3 Fire goes be- | fore the LORD, burning up enemies on | every side. 4 Lightnings light | up the world; the earth | sees and trembles. 5 The mountains | melt like wax before the Lord of | all the earth. 6 The heavens declare your righteous- | ness, O LORD, and all the peoples | see your glory. R
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The Spirit and the bride say, "Come." And let everyone who hears say, "Come." And let everyone who is thirsty come. Let anyone who wishes take the water of life as a gift." 20 The one who testifies to these things says, "Surely I am coming soon." Amen. Come, Lord Jesus! 21The grace of the Lord Jesus be with all the saints. Amen. The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Please stand and sing:

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Confounded be all who worship carved images and delight | in false gods! Bow down before the LORD, | all you gods. 8 Zion hears and is glad, and the cities of Ju- | dah rejoice, because of your judg- | ments, O LORD. 9 For you are the LORD, most high over | all the earth; you are exalted far a- | bove all gods. 10 You who love the | LORD, hate evil! God guards the lives of the saints and rescues them from the hand | of the wicked. 11 Light dawns | for the righteous, and joy for the hon- | est of heart. 12 Rejoice in the | LORD, you righteous, and give thanks to God's | holy name. R SECOND READING:
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VERSE: I will not leave you orphaned, | says the Lord.* I am com-| ing to you. (John 14:18) GOSPEL: John 17:20-26 The holy gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ, according to John. Glory to you, O Lord.
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Revelation 22:1214, 1617, 2021

See, I am coming soon; my reward is with me, to repay according to everyone's work. 13I am the Alpha and the Omega, the first and the last, the beginning and the end." 14 Blessed are those who wash their robes, so that they will have the right to the tree of life and may enter the city by the gates. 16It is I, Jesus, who sent my angel to you with this testimony for the churches. I am the root and the descendant of David, the bright morning star."

I ask not only on behalf of these, but also on behalf of those who will believe in me through their word, 21that they may all be one. As you, Father, are in me and I am in you, may they also be in us, so that the world may believe that you have sent me. 22The glory that you have given me I have given them, so that they may be one, as we are one, 23I in them and you in me, that they may become completely one, so that the world may know that you have sent me and have loved them even as you have loved me. 24Father, I desire that those also, whom you have given me, may be with me where I am, to see my glory, which you have given me because

you loved me before the foundation of the world. 25 Righteous Father, the world does not know you, but I know you; and these know that you have sent me. 26I made your name known to them, and I will make it known, so that the love with which you have loved me may be in them, and I in them." The gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. Please be seated SERMON Pastor Charles Peterson Please stand and sing: HYMN OF THE DAY: Borning Cry (ELW 732)

As you bring Madeline to receive the gift of baptism, you are entrusted with responsibilities: to live with her among God's faithful people, bring her to the word of God and the holy supper, teach her the Lord's Prayer, the Creed, and the Ten Commandments, place in her hands the holy scriptures, and nurture her in faith and prayer, so that she may learn to trust God, proclaim Christ through word and deed, care for others and the world God made, and work for justice and peace. Do you promise to help Madeline grow in the Christian faith and life? Response: I do. The presiding minister addresses sponsors: Sponsors, do you promise to nurture these persons in the Christian faith as you are empowered by God's Spirit, and to help them live in the covenant of baptism and in communion with the church? Response: I do. The presiding minister addresses the assembly: People of God, do you promise to support name/s and pray for them in their new life in Christ? We do. The presiding minister addresses candidates for baptism as well as the parents and sponsors of young children. 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? Response: I renounce them. Do you renounce the powers of this world that rebel against God? Response: I renounce them. Do you renounce the ways of sin that draw you from God? Response:

During the singing of the hymn, the candidates, sponsors, and parents gather at the font. THE RITE OF HOLY BAPTISM The congregation turns to face the baptismal font. The presiding minister addresses the assembly. God, who is rich in mercy and love, gives us a new birth into a living hope through the sacrament of Holy Baptism. By water and the Word God delivers us from sin and death and raises us to new life in Jesus Christ. We are united with all the baptized in the one body of Christ, anointed with the gift of the Holy Spirit, and joined in God's mission for the life of the world. One or more of Madelines sponsors present her. I present Madeline Grace to receive the Sacrament of Holy Baptism. The presiding minister addresses Madelines parents. Called by the Holy Spirit, trusting in the grace and love of God, do you desire to have your children baptized into Christ? Response: We do. The presiding minister continues:

I renounce them. The presiding minister addresses the entire assembly. Do you believe in God the Father? I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? 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. Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? 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. THANKSGIVING AT THE FONT Water may be poured into the font before or during the thanksgiving. At the font, the presiding minister begins the thanksgiving: The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. 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. The presiding minister baptizes Madeline: Madeline Grace, I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. The assembly responds: Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, the source of all life, the word of salvation, the spirit of mercy. The presiding minister continues, laying both hands on Madelines head: Let us pray. We give you thanks, O God, that through water and the Holy Spirit you give your daughters and sons new birth, cleanse them from sin, and raise them to eternal life. Sustain Madeline Grace with 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. Amen. The presiding minister marks the sign of the cross on Madelines forehead, saying: Madeline Grace, child of God, you have been sealed by the Holy Spirit and marked with the cross of Christ forever. Amen. A lighted candle is given to Madeline as a representative of the congregation says: Let your light so shine before others that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. Amen. The minister prays for Madelines parents: O God, the giver of all life, look with kindness upon the father and mother of this child. Let them ever rejoice in the gift you have given them. Make them teachers and examples of righteousness for their children. Strengthen them in their own Baptism so they may share eternally with their children the salvation you have given them, through Jesus Christ our Lord.

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Let us with gladness offer our lives and the fruit of our labor to the Lord. ANTHEM AT THE OFFERING Come to the Water John Foley, S.J.

The ministers and the baptismal group face the assembly. A representative of the congregation leads the assembly in the welcome. Let us welcome the newly baptized. We welcome you into the body of Christ and into the mission we share. Join us in giving thanks and praise to God and bearing God's creative and redeeming word to all the world. PEACE The ministers may exchange the peace with the baptized, with their sponsors and parents, and with the congregation. The peace of the Lord be with you always. And also with you. ANNOUNCEMENTS PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION Rejoicing with all the witnesses of the resurrection, let us pray in confidence for all baptized into Christ, for the world, and all who are in need. Please kneel or sit as you are able Each petition ends with: Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great. In resurrection hope we commend to you all for whom we pray, trusting in the promise of new life; through Jesus Christ, our risen Savior. Amen. OFFERTORY SENTENCES Yours, O Lord, is the greatness, the power, the glory, the victor, and the majesty. For everything in heaven and on earth is yours. Yours, O Lord, is the kingdom, and you are exalted as head over all. 1 Chronicles 19:11

OFFERTORY HYMN: Create in Me a Clean Heart (ELW 188)

Blessed are you, O God, ruler of heaven and earth. Day by day you shower 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, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. DIALOGUE

PREFACE by the pastor HOLY, HOLY, HOLY

OFFERING PRAYER

EUCHARISTIC PRAYER

You are indeed holy, almighty and merciful God. You are most holy, and great is the majesty of your glory. You so loved the world that you gave your only Son, so that everyone who believes in him may not perish but have eternal life. For as often as we eat of this bread and drink from this cup, we proclaim the Lord's death until he comes.

Lutherans believe the true body and blood of Christ are really present in the Supper of our Lord under the form of bread and wine and are there distributed and received. All baptized persons are welcomed to Communion when they are visiting this congregation. If you wish to commune, please come forward to receive the body of our Lord Jesus Christ with your hands cupped. If you cannot or do not wish to commune you may come forward with your hands crossed over your chest for a blessing. LAMB OF GOD

Remembering, therefore, his salutary command, his life-giving passion and death To you, O God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, be all honor and glory, now and forever.

LORD'S PRAYER 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. COMMUNION HYMN: Just As I Am without One Plea (ELW 592) INVITATION TO COMMUNION SONG AFTER COMMUNION: This Joyful Eastertide (ELW 391) v. 1 Alleluia! Christ our Passover is sacrificed for us! Therefore let us keep the feast! Alleluia! COMMUNION The body of Christ, given for you. The blood of Christ, shed for you. Amen. 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.

BLESSING

The God of peace, who brought again from the dead our Lord Jesus, the great shepherd of the sheep, by the blood of the eternal covenant, make you complete in everything good so that you may do God's will, working in you that which is pleasing in God's sight; through Jesus Christ, to whom be the glory forever and ever. Amen. Almighty God, Father, + Son, and Holy Spirit, bless you now and forever. Amen. SENDING SONG: DISMISSAL Alleluia! Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Alleluia! Go in peace. Share the good news. Thanks be to God. Alleluia, alleluia! POSTLUDE Chorale Prelude on Der Tag, der ist so freudenreich J. S. Bach When Morning Gilds the Skies (ELW 853)

The flowers on the altar are given to the Glory of God and in honor of our parents Greg and Jill Brandt, on the occasion of their 30th wedding anniversary on May 28th. Presented by Katie and Gretchen Brandt

Madeline Grace Ewing born on January 24th, 2013 is being baptized today. Her parents are Andrew and Melissa Ewing, grandparents are Bruce and Madeline DeRoche, sponsors are Andrea Dent, Madeline DeRoche and her Godmother is Michelle Chenault. CHILDREN are always welcome to our Worship Service. Rainbow bags and a cry room are available. A staffed nursery is also available if needed. An usher will gladly provide you with assistance. 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.

Todays bulletin cover is given in memory of my mother Alma Smith. Presented by Shirley Griffin

COMMEMORATIONS FOR THE WEEK Tuesday, May 14, 2013 Matthias, Apostle Matthias was the apostle added to the Twelve after Jesus' resurrection, as a replacement for the dead Judas Iscariot. He had traveled among the followers of Jesus throughout the Lord's ministry. Formerly commemorated on February 24, Matthias's celebration is moved to May 14 in agreement with most Western calendars. Saturday, May 18 Erik, King of Sweden, martyr, died 1160 Erik is considered the patron saint of Sweden. As king of that nation, he tried to bring peace in the region, and to spread Christianity in Scandinavia. He was also known for his attempts to make fair laws and to protect those who were poor or sick. From Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2013 Augsburg
Fortress. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License #26794.

As a worship courtesy, we ask that you please turn off or set to vibrate all cellular telephones and pagers during the worship service. ARE YOU INTERESTED IN BECOMING A MEMBER OF TRINITY LUTHERAN CHURCH? We receive members throughout the year by Baptism, Affirmation of Faith, Confirmation, Letter of Transfer, and New Member Instruction. Please contact the church office with any questions. 224-6818. The Altar flowers are administered by the worship committee. The 2013 Altar Flower chart is posted on the bulletin board in the lower lobby and there is attached to it a tear-off sheet for donors to complete and hand into the office or place in the offering plate for proper publication in the bulletin. 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 should be made out to Trinity Lutheran Church. The contact person is Beth Tucker (614) 855-9988 or by email: eatucker@wowway.com 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. Thank you.