The Order of Worship

P Pastor C Congregation

() Indicates appropriate times to make the sign of the cross as a reminder of our Baptism. It is not obligatory to do so.

Page numbers refer to service elements found in the front of Evangelical Lutheran Worship (pp. 94-331); large numbers refer to service music and hymns (151-893).

Gathering

Opening Voluntary Guide Me Ever, Great Redeemer John Hughes

The congregation may stand.

Dialogue P God comes into a world filled with uncertainties and darkness. C God seeks out the voids of belief and conviction. P God embraces the wounded and broken. C God knocks down the walls of division and strife. P God is the candle shining in the darkness of our days. C God is the light of our lives. P God is the one who makes all things new. C Praise be to God, now and forevermore!

Entrance Hymn 796 How Firm a Foundation FOUNDATION

Confession and Forgiveness P Blessed be the holy Trinity, one God, who stretches out the heavens, who sends light to the nations, who

gives breath to us all. C Amen.

P Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another.

Leader sings first time; Congregation joins second time

P Loving God, C we confess that we have turned from your way to follow our own ways. Forgive us for the times we

have spoken or acted too quickly; we have not spoken or acted at all; we have hurt those closest to us; we have hurt those we have yet to know; we have thought more about ourselves than others; we have thought less of ourselves than we ought. Turn us around, and give us a fresh start, so that we can live again as your children. Amen.

P Even when we have done wrong, God makes us right. Even when we have messed up, God puts us together. God’s love never runs out. God never tires of calling us beloved children. Hear God say to you now: Your sins are forgiven, for the sake of Jesus Christ our Savior.

C Amen.

Greeting P 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.

Gloria

Prayer of the Day P Let us pray: Everlasting God, you give strength to the weak and power to the faint. Make us agents of your

healing and wholeness, that your good news may be made known to the ends of your creation, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

C Amen.

The congregation may be seated.

Word

Lesson pew Bible, p. 582 Isaiah 40:21-31 L Word of God, word of life. C Thanks be to God.

The congregation may stand.

Gospel pew Bible p. 813 Mark 1:29-39 P The gospel of the Lord.

C Thanks be to God.

The congregation may be seated. Children ages 4 years through 3rd grade are invited to attend the children’s sermon in room 115.

Sermon Pastor Jim Graeser

The congregation may stand. Children will return from the children’s sermon.

Hymn of the Day 673 God, Whose Almighty Word ITALIAN HYMN

Prayers

P … Lord, in Your mercy, C receive our prayer.

Peace We make peace with God and each other before coming to the Lord’s table. P The peace of the Lord be with you always.

C And also with you. 2

The congregation may be seated.

Meal

Offering All “Faithful Ones” offering received during the month of February will support Family Gateway. The mission of Family Gateway is to provide stability and life-changing supportive services to children and families affected by homelessness. Family Gateway uses a two-generation approach to support its families by concurrently working with the adults and the children in the family to help them along the path to self-sufficiency. Interventions provided include assessment and diversion, emergency shelter and supportive housing (through DHA vouchers and a permanent supportive housing program), comprehensive case management, adult and children's services and an education program. If you wish to offer additional funds for this ministry, please use an envelope which may be found in the Narthex. Checks should be made out to King of Glory with “Faithful Ones” in the memo.

Jesus, Lover of My Soul Joseph Parry; John Adams, arr. Jesus, lover of my soul, let me to Thy bosom fly, while the nearer waters roll, while the tempest still is high. Hide me, O my Savior, hide, till the storm of life is past; safe into the haven guide; oh, receive my soul at last. Other refuge have I none, hangs my helpless soul on Thee; leave, ah! leave me not alone, still support and comfort me. All my trust on Thee is stayed, all my help from Thee I bring; cover my defenseless head with the shadow of Thy wing. Plenteous grace with Thee is found, grace to cover all my sin; let the healing streams abound; make and keep me pure within. Thou of life the fountain art, freely let me take of Thee; spring Thou up within my heart; rise to all eternity. Charles Wesley

The congregation may stand.

Response

Prayer P Let us pray: Merciful God,

C receive the gifts we bring, our selves, our time, and our possessions. Through this meal unite us as your body, shining with the light of your justice and mercy; for the sake of him who gave himself

for us, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Great Thanksgiving P The Lord be with you. C And also with you. P Lift up your hearts. C We lift them to the Lord. P Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

3 C It is right to give our thanks and praise.

Words of Institution

Lord’s Prayer C 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.

The congregation may be seated.

Agnus Dei

Distribution of Communion At King of Glory we welcome all who believe Jesus Christ is present for and with us in the bread and wine. If you would prefer not to receive wine, simply request white grape juice when served. Gluten-free wafers may also be requested. Children and adults not communing are invited to come forward for a word of blessing. Open hands show you wish to

receive communion; folded hands show you want a blessing.

Hymns Sweet Hour of Prayer SWEET HOUR

759 My Faith Looks Up to Thee OLIVET

The congregation may stand. 4

Blessing P The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in His grace.

C Amen.

Prayer after Communion P Let us pray: O Morning Star, fair and bright, you have refreshed us again with heavenly food. You are our

dearest treasure. Go with us now—today, tomorrow, every day—that we tell the story of your never-ending love and sing your praise both now and forever.

C Amen.

Sending

Benediction Just as we began, we end worship in the Name of the Triune God. P The God of glory dwell in you richly, name you beloved, and shine brightly on your path; and the blessing

of almighty God, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you always. C Amen.

Sending Hymn 314 Arise, Your Light Has Come FESTAL SONG

Commission We are sent into the world, loving one another as Christ first loved us. P Go in peace. Be the light of Christ. C Thanks be to God.

Closing Voluntary Arise, Your Light Has Come John Adams, arr.

Credit: Opening Dialogue from Peter K. Perry. Portions of the liturgy are reprinted from Evangelical Lutheran Worship, © 2006 Augsburg Fortress. Other liturgical aids are from Sundays and Seasons © 2011 Augsburg Fortress. Reprinted with permission. OneLicense #A-705448.

Liturgy text and music: George Akerley. Used by permission.

SERVING TODAY Pastor Jim Graeser, Pastor Olin Knudsen Linda Stopani, reader

John Adams, bass/arranger Sarah Carmichael, violin Erika Morgan, vocalist John Bryant, percussion Josh Hanlon, piano Larry Spencer, trumpet

The following students have completed a three session First Communion class

and will receive First Communion at 11:00 worship this morning. First Communion is one of our eight Faith Stepping Stones for students.

Kallan Austin Nicholas Hinkhouse Kara Noland Bennett Daelke Chloe Hoke Alison Peasley Brooklyn Fairchild Sophie Khan Annika Theiss Henry McMahon