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NL Worship Resources: January 29, 2016

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Epiphany 4 (NL Year 3)

Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday(s): N/A
Readings: Psalm: Psalm 92 | Sermon Text: Luke 6:1-16 (Healing on the
Sabbath)
OT Suggestion: Exodus 16:9-12; 22-30
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Lord of the Sabbath, Your followers were told not to work on the Sabbath, and yet they boldly plucked grain to show that you are Lord of all. The world tells us not to rest on the Sabbath. Show us how to rest boldly, rejecting conventions that go against your will, and instead praying and resting as you did up on the mountain, for the glory of your word and work, Lord Jesus Christ. Amen.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #883 All People That on Earth Do Dwell
ELW #465 As the Grains of Wheat
ELW #729 The Church of Christ in Every Age
ELW #625 Come, We That love the Lord (We’re Marching to Zion)
ELW #521 O Day of Rest and Gladness
ELW #413 Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty!
ELW #335 Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross
ELW #631 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
ELW #596/597 My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less
ELW #437 On Jordan’s Stormy Bank I Stand
ELW #423 Shall We Gather at the River
ELW #608 Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling
ELW #655 Son of God, Eternal Savior
ELW #824 This Is My Father’s World
ELW #774 What a Fellowship, What a Joy Divine
ELW #853 When Morning Gilds the Skies
LBW #506 Dear Lord and Father of Mankind
WOV #746 Day by Day
LS #73 Come! Come! Everybody Worship
Various Hymnals Alone with God
Various Hymnals Lord of the Dance
Various Hymnals Praise with Joy the World’s Creator
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice; LS=LifeSongs)

Suggested hymns based on the Psalm:

ELW #629 Abide with Me
ELW #557 Awake, My Soul, and with the Sun
ELW #781 Children of the Heavenly Father
ELW #807 Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing
ELW #856 How Great Thou Art
ELW #765 Lord of All Hopefulness
ELW #763 My Life Flows On in Endless Song
ELW #839/840 Now Thank We All Our God
ELW #623 Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me
ELW #821 Shout to the Lord
ELW #850/851 When in Our Music God Is Glorified
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship)

Other options based on both:

“We Will Glorify” By Twila Paris. As performed by Twila Paris, Insyders.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

We pray in the light of our Lord, Jesus Christ; for the needs of the earth and all people.

A brief silence.

You, O Lord, have given us the gift of Sabbath; may your church protect and proclaim this day of rest, renewal, and relationship. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

You, O Lord, have given us plants and animals, fields and forests; may we be good stewards of creation and work towards its replenishment. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

You, O Lord, have given us leaders; may we hold them accountable to the justice, mercy, and peace that you call all nations and peoples to work towards. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

You, O Lord, have given us communities; may we work to strengthen and expand them that your vision of inclusion and unity may be realized. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

You, O Lord, have given us medicines and science, doctors and researchers; may your healing and comfort be brought to all who suffer (especially,…). God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

You, O Lord, have given us spiritual fore-bearers; may we look to their faithful examples for strength and the knowledge of your grace and loving loyalty. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: January 22, 2016

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Epiphany 3 (NL Year 3)

Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Ephiphany 5C
Readings: Psalm: Psalm 90:14-17  | Sermon Text: Luke 5:1-11 (Fish for People)
OT Suggestion: Isaiah 6:1-13
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Lord Jesus of fisher folk, You taught your disciples to cast a wide net — not for fish, but for people. Teach us the fishing craft. Make our fingers nimble so we may handle hearts and hands gently; make our minds quiet and patient while we wait for those who are not yet ready to receive you; and make our hearts hungry for your word, for the sake of the one who has captured our hearts already, Jesus Christ. Amen.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #779 Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound
ELW #520 Dearest Jesus, at Your Word
ELW #540 Go, Make Disciples
ELW #574 Here I Am, Lord
ELW #413 Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty!
ELW #580 How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
ELW #796 How Firm a Foundation
ELW #696 Jesus Calls Us; o’er the Tumult
ELW #658 O Jesus, Joy of Loving Hearts
ELW #624 Jesus, Still Lead On
ELW #490 Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence
ELW #858/859 Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
ELW #551 The Spirit Sends Us Forth to Serve
ELW #677 This Little Light of Mine
ELW #817 You Have Come Down to the Lakeshore (Tú Has Venido a La Orilla)
LBW #506 Dear Lord and Father of Mankind
LBW #505 Forth in Thy Name, O Lord, I Go
WOV #671 Alleluia, Alleluia, Give Thanks
Various Hymnals Lord, When You Came
Various Hymnals Two Fishermen
Various Hymnals You Walk Along Our Shoreline
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)

Suggested hymns based on the Psalm:

ELW #610 O Christ, the Healer, We Have Come
ELW #632 O God, Our Help in Ages Past
ELW #151-158 Kyrie
ELW #837 Many and Great, O God (Wakantanka taku nitawa)
ELW #460 Now the Silence
ELW #583 Take My Life, That I May Be
ELW #685 Take My Life, That I May Be
LBW #181 Greet Now the Swiftly Changing Year
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship)

Other options based on both:

“I Worship You” As performed by Mary Mary.
“Micah 6:8” By Charlie Hall.
“Thy Word” By Amy Grant, Michael W. Smith.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

We pray in the light of our Lord, Jesus Christ; for the needs of the earth and all people.

A brief silence.

We pray for the church; that we may cast the nets of your Gospel, O Lord. May the good news of your grace and mercy catch the hearts or all people. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray for lakes and stream, oceans and seas; that the water you have provided may continue to sustain life. May we be advocates for clean water for the refreshment of all creation. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray for our leaders; that your Spirit guide their thoughts, words, and actions. May we speak out against injustice and work for equality and equity among the nations. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray for fishers and farmers, and all who provide food for the world; that their bounty may be abundant and no one go hungry. May we strive for better distribution and greater generosity. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray for all who suffer in any fashion; that they may receive your healing, wholeness, and peace. May we be agents of comfort and support. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

We pray for all who have gone before us on the journey of faith; that their witness strengthen our own. May we sing your praises to all the world. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: December 18, 2016

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Advent 4 (NL Year 3)

Color: Blue
Closest RCL Sunday: Advent 4B
Readings: Psalm: Psalm 113 | Sermon Text: Luke 1:26-49 (Jesus’ Birth
Announced)
OT Suggestion: Isaiah 35:1-10
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Father God, There is no miracle as grand as birth. As we prepare for the coming of your son, Jesus, create in us new life. Transform us so that we may reflect the light of your son, and become beacons of goodness, kindness, compassion, generosity, honesty, patience, and peace, for the sake of the one whose name brings deliverance and life to all the world, Jesus Christ, infant king. Amen.

You can find words of Confession and Absolution along with a Call to Worship here. I also have an Advent Wreath Lighting Litany here.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #265 The Angel Gabriel from Heaven Came*
ELW #416 At the Name of Jesus
ELW #723 Canticle of the Turning
ELW #283 O Come, All Ye Faithful*
ELW #254 Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus*
ELW #419 For All the Faithful Women
ELW #288 Good Christian Friends, Rejoice*
ELW #270 Hark! The Herald Angels Sing*
ELW #434 Jesus Shall Reign
ELW #297 Jesus, What a Wonderful Child*
ELW #267 Joy to the World*
ELW #272 Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming*
ELW #236 Magnificat
ELW #573 My Soul Now Magnifies the Lord
ELW #251 My Soul Proclaims Your Greatness*
ELW #234/235 My Soul Proclaims the Greatness of the Lord
ELW #295 Of the Father’s Love Begotten*
ELW #269 Once in Royal David’s City*
ELW #430 Rejoice, for Christ is King!
ELW #263 Savior of the Nations, Come*
ELW #672 Signs and Wonders
ELW #281 Silent Night, Holy Night!*
ELW #293 That Boy-Child of Mary*
ELW #424 Ye Watchers and Ye Holy Ones
LBW #64 From East to West*
WOV #634 Sing of Mary, Pure and Lowly*
WOV #646 We Three Kings of Orient Are*
Various Hymnals Song of Mary
Various Hymnals Tell Out, My Soul
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)
*Indicates Advent/Christmas Hymns

Suggested hymns based on the Psalm:

ELW #846 Amen, We Praise Your Name
ELW #569 The Day You Gave Us, Lord, Has Ended
ELW #434 Jesus Shall Reign
ELW #620 How Sweet the Name of Jesus Sounds
ELW #563 O Light Whose Splendor Thrills
ELW #460 Now the Silence
ELW #844 Praise to the Lord (Louez l’Eterne)
ELW #858/859 Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
ELW #824 This Is My Father’s World
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship)
*Indicates Advent/Christmas Hymns

Other options based on both:

“Blessed Be Your Name” By Matt Redman, Beth Redman.
“Born That We May Have Life” By Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, et al.
“Immanuel” By Michael Card.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

In expectation of the coming of our Lord, who is Emmanuel, God-with-us; we pray for the needs of the world, the church, and each other.

A brief silence.

We pray for the church, O Lord; that we might boldly proclaim your presence in the world. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray for creation, Mighty One; that your amazing, abundant, and sometimes surprising life bring wholeness to the world. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray for the nations, God; that all might know you as above all kings and presidents and that your justice and peace may prevail wherever there is oppression or violence. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray for the lowly, O Savior; that your favor may be showered upon them and that unfair and unjust systems may be dismantled. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray for all in need of healing, Emmanuel; that they may know the peace and comfort found in your presence with them. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

We pray for all the faithful women who have gone before us, O Lord; that the example of Elizabeth, Mary, and countless others may strengthen and deepen our faith in you. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: December 11, 2016

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Advent 3 (NL Year 3)

Color: Blue
Closest RCL Sunday: Advent 3B
Readings: Gospel Text: Luke 4:16-21 | Sermon Text: Isaiah 61:1-11 (Spirit of the Lord Upon Me)
Psalm Suggestion: Psalm 126
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Spirit of the Lord God, You bring good news to the oppressed, bind up the brokenhearted, proclaim liberty to the captives, and release the prisoners. You comfort all who mourn, and shower your people with the oil of gladness instead of mourning; a mantle of praise instead of a faint spirit. We will greatly rejoice in the Lord, our whole being shall exult in God, for the sake of the one who brought righteousness to life, Jesus Christ our salvation. Amen.

You can find words of Confession and Absolution along with a Call to Worship here.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #314 Arise, Your Light Has Come!
ELW #242 Awake! Awake, and Greet the New Morn*
ELW #257 O Come, O Come, Emmanuel*
ELW #254 Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus*
ELW #607 Come, Ye Disconsolate
ELW #256 Comfort, Comfort Now My People*
ELW #711 O Day of Peace
ELW #239 Hark, the Glad Sound!*
ELW #664 Heaven Is Singing for Joy
ELW #282 It Came upon the Midnight Clear*
ELW #434 Jesus Shall Reign
ELW #709 Let Streams of Living Justice
ELW #712 Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service
ELW #843 Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness
ELW #665 Rise, Shine, You People!
ELW #488/489 Soul, Adorn Yourself with Gladness
ELW #842 Oh, Worship the King
LBW #302 Jesus, Your Blood and Righteousness
WOV #638 Holy Child Within the Manger*
Various Hymnals Beauty for Brokenness
Various Hymnals The Voice of God Goes Out to All the World
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)
*Indicates Advent/Christmas Hymns

Suggested hymns based on the Gospel text:

ELW #268 From Heaven Above*
ELW #532 Gather Us In
ELW #311 Hail to the Lord’s Anointed
ELW #267 Joy to the World*
ELW #805 Lead On, O King Eternal!
ELW #712 Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service
ELW #269 Once in Royal David’s City*
ELW #665 Rise, Shine, You People!
ELW #798 Will You Come and Follow Me (The Summons)
ELW #668 O Zion, Haste
LBW #83 From God the Father, Virgin-Born
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; WOV=With One Voice)
*Indicates Advent/Christmas Hymns

Other options based on both:

“Born That We May Have Life” By Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, et al.
“King Of Heaven (Isaiah 61)” By Brian Bergman, Charlie Hall, et al.
“Spirit Of The Sovereign Lord” By Andy Park.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

In expectation of the coming of our Lord, who is Emmanuel, God-with-us; we pray for the needs of the world, the church, and each other.

A brief silence.

Lord God, open the eyes of your church to see how scripture is being fulfilled in the world and challenge the faithful to join in your redemptive and healing work. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Lord God, bring healing to the places in creation where we have brought ruin and guide our actions that we might be better stewards of what you have given us. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Lord God, provide for all the nations rulers who are concerned for the poor and the oppressed, that your favor may be upon all peoples. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Lord God, bring your justice to the oppressed, to captives, and to prisoners and work in us the will to proclaim your good news to all. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Lord God, comfort all who mourn, especially this time of year, and work through all ministers of that comfort so ashes may be turned to garlands. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Lord God, cast your mantle upon all who suffer in any way (especially,…), and bring your peace to all in need. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

Lord God, you shower us with blessings and favor; we give you thanks for the blessing of the saints who now rest in you and pray you favor us all with a heavenly home. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: December 4, 2016

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Advent 2 (NL Year 3)

Color: Blue
Closest RCL Sunday: Proper 25C (30C)
Readings: Gospel Text: Luke 11:13 | Sermon Text: Joel 2:12-13, 28- 29 (Joel: God’s
Promised Spirit)
Psalm Suggestion: Psalm 65
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Loving Lord, When we have strayed, you have called us to come home to you. “Return to me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning; rend your hearts and not your clothing.” With all our hearts we return to you, and gratefully accept your gentle love, for the sake of the one whose spirit lives in us, Jesus Christ our loving savior. Amen.

You can find words of Confession and Absolution along with a Call to Worship here.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #641 All Are Welcome
ELW #793 Be Thou My Vision
ELW #283 O Come, All Ye Faithful*
ELW #256 Comfort, Comfort Now My People*
ELW #658 O Jesus, Joy of Loving Hearts
ELW #876 Let the Whole Creation Cry
ELW #243 Lost in the Night*
ELW #396 Spirit of Gentleness
LBW #488 Breathe on Me, Breath of God
LBW #162 Lord God, the Holy Ghost
MSB1 #S404 Canticle of Joel
MSB1 #S424 Return to God
Various Hymnals Fear Not, Rejoice and Be Glad
Various Hymnals Spirit of Mercy, Truth, and Love
Various Hymnals Spirit of the Living God
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; MSB1=Music Sourcebook 1)
*Indicates Advent/Christmas Hymns

Suggested hymns based on the Gospel text:

ELW #402 Eternal Spirit of the Living Christ
ELW #267 Joy to the World*
ELW #752 Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying
ELW #745 Lord, Teach Us How to Pray Aright
ELW #397 Loving Spirit
ELW #742 What a Friend We Have in Jesus
WOV #783 Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; WOV=With One Voice)
*Indicates Advent/Christmas Hymns

Other options based on both:

“Come Let Us Return” By Matt Redman.
“You Are My King (Amazing Love)” By Billy Foote.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

In expectation of the coming of our Lord, who is Emmanuel, God-with-us; we pray for the needs of the world, the church, and each other.

A brief silence.

Pour out your spirit on the church, O Lord; may we be bold in our proclamation and prophesying. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Pour out your spirit on all creation, O Lord; may the rest and hibernation of plants and animals provide renewal and rejuvenation to the earth. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Pour out your spirit on our leaders, O Lord; may their vision inspire the nations to pursue peace and justice. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Pour out your spirit on the broken places of the world, O Lord; may violence end that weeping and mourning may cease. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Pour out your spirit on the sick, O Lord, (especially,…); may your healing work be done and our dreams of wholeness be made true. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

You have poured out your spirit on the saints, O Lord, (especially,…); may we seek to follow in their faithful example. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: November 27, 2016

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Advent 1 (NL Year 3)

Color: Blue
Closest RCL Sunday: N/A
Readings: Gospel Text: Luke 23:1-5 | Sermon Text: Daniel 6:6-27 (Daniel’s Hope in God)
Psalm Suggestion: Psalm 25
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): God of deliverance, You rescued Daniel from the mouths of the lions when he was punished for worshiping you. Liberate all who are endangered for the sake of their faith, and rescue us from anything that separates us from worshiping only you, for the sake of the one who made your name known to all people, across land and seas, Jesus Christ, our redeemer. Amen.

You can find words of Confession and Absolution along with a Call to Worship here.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #250 Blessed be the God of Israel
ELW #245 Creator of the Stars of Night
ELW #569 The Day You Gave Us, Lord, Has Ended
ELW #320 The Glory of these Forty Days
ELW #311 Hail to the Lord’s Anointed
ELW #418 Rejoice in God’s Saints
ELW #825 You Servants of God
WOV #671 Alleluia, Alleluia, Give Thanks
Various Hymnals Dare to Be a Daniel
Various Hymnals He Is Able to Deliver Thee
Various Hymnals Who would true valor see
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; WOV=With One Voice)

Suggested hymns based on the Gospel text:

ELW #337 Alas! And Did My Savior Bleed
ELW #416 At the Name of Jesus
ELW #662 Christ is the King!
ELW #749 O God of Love, O King of Peace
ELW #502 The King of Love My Shepherd Is
ELW #260 The King Shall come
ELW #430 Rejoice, for Christ is King!
W&P #136 The King of Glory Comes
W&P #80 King of Kings and Lord of Lords
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; W&P=Worship & Praise Songbook)

Other options based on both:

“Blessed Be Your Name” By Matt Redman, Beth Redman.
“May the Lord” As performed by The Brilliance.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

In expectation of the coming of our Lord, who is Emmanuel, God-with-us; we pray for the needs of the world, the church, and each other.

A brief silence.

Living God, work signs and wonders through your church that the good news of your deliverance may be proclaimed to all the world. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

God of creatures great and small, heal broken ecosystems and protect the abundance and diversity of life on earth. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

God above, work in our leaders and provide them with wise and faithful counselors. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

God of deliverance, bring all who are trapped in despair or loneliness out of the darkness of their lion’s dens. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

God of abundance, heal all who suffer and restore people and relationships to wholeness. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

Enduring God, your eternal dominion is evident in the lives of all the saints, we thank you for their witness and example. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: November 20, 2016

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Christ the King

Color: White
Closest RCL Sunday: Lent 5B
Readings: Gospel Text: Luke 22:19-20 | Sermon Text: Jeremiah 36:1-8, 21-23, 27-28; 31:31-34 (God Promises a New Covenant)
Psalm Suggestion: Psalm 119:9-16
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): God, whose fondness for humanity knows no limit,
Write your word upon our hearts, so that we need no scroll, no book, no script to know that you love us. Show us the power of your covenant, that you will be faithful to us, even when we fail to remain faithful to you. For the beauty of your word inscribed upon us, we pray, in the name of the one whose body and blood became your new covenant with us, Jesus Christ, our redeemer. Amen.

You can find words of Confession and Absolution along with a Call to Worship that I wrote here. I updated these words of Confession and Absolution and the Call to Worship to reflect the readings in November here, I will be writing entirely new versions for Advent-Christmas.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #250 Blessed Be the God of Israel
ELW #711 O Day of Peace
ELW #605 Forgive Our Sins As We Forgive
ELW #733 Great Is Thy Faithfulness
ELW #574 Here I Am, Lord
ELW #592 Just as I Am, Without One Plea
ELW #596 My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less
ELW #864/865 Praise, My Soul, the God of Heaven
ELW #487 What Feast of Love
ELW #566 When Twilight Comes
LBW #488 Breathe on Me, Breath of God
LBW #506 Dear Lord and Father of Mankind
DATH #91 Write Your Law upon Our Hearts
Various Hymnals Deep Within
Various Hymnals Grant to Us, O Lord
Various Hymnals Help Us, O Lord, to Learn
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; DATH=Dancing at the Harvest)

Suggested hymns based on the Gospel text:

ELW #474 Bread of Life from Heaven
ELW #491 Come, Let Us Eat
ELW #472 Eat This Bread
ELW #494 For the Bread Which You Have Broken
ELW #483 Here is Bread
ELW #471 Let Us Break Bread Together
ELW #674 Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ
ELW #460 Now the Silence
ELW #484 You Satisfy the Hungry Heart
LBW #209 Come, Risen Lord
LBW #226 Draw Near and Take the Body of the Lord
LBW #211 Here, O My Lord, I See Thee
WOV #707 This Is My Body
Various Hymnals According to Thy Gracious Word
Various Hymnals Bread of the World
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)

Other options based on both:

“Amazing Love” By Graham Kendrick.
“Closer” By Amanda Cook.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

With the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation

A brief silence.

God of the covenant, put your law and your word within our hearts that your church may proclaim your forgiveness and love. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of the covenant, put your law and your word within our hearts that we might be wise stewards of your creation and work to bring healing and wholeness wherever there is brokenness. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of the covenant, put your law and your word within our hearts that the nations may strive for justice and peace and all might know you. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of the covenant, put your law and your word within our hearts that we might work for justice and freedom for all people. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of the covenant, put your law and your word within our hearts that we might bear your comfort and hope to all who suffer. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

God of the covenant, put your law and your word within our hearts as you put them in the hearts of all the saints before us that your message might resound throughout the ages. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: November 13, 2016

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Lectionary 33

Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday: Trinity B
Readings: Gospel Text: Luke 5:8-10 | Sermon Text: Isaiah 6:1-8 (God Calls Isaiah)
Psalm Suggestion: Psalm 29
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): King of heaven and earth,
As you cleansed Isaiah with a coal of fire to prepare him for proclaiming your word to the world, prepare us, so that we may know your bidding and carry out our callings with eagerness and urgency. Show the world greatness that cannot be contained any more than smoke or fire can be caught, in the name of the one who sacrificed everything to carry out your commands, Jesus Christ our sanctifier. Amen.

You can find words of Confession and Absolution along with a Call to Worship that I wrote here. I updated these words of Confession and Absolution and the Call to Worship to reflect the readings in November here, I will be writing entirely new versions for Advent-Christmas.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #831 The God of Abraham Praise
ELW #574 Here I Am, Lord
ELW #414 Holy God, We Praise Thy Name
ELW #413 Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty!
ELW #473 Holy, Holy, Holy, My Heart
ELW #580 How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord
ELW #868 Isaiah in a Vision Did of Old
ELW #834 Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise
ELW #529 Jesus, We Are Gathered
ELW #676 Lord, Speak to Me That I May Speak
ELW #823 Praise the Lord! Ye Heavens Adore Him
ELW #873/874 Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart
ELW #809 Send Me, Lord
ELW #842 O Worship the King all glorious above
Various Hymnals Isaiah the Prophet Has Written of Old
Various Hymnals You Are God, We Praise You
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship)

Suggested hymns based on the Gospel text:

ELW #520 Blessed Jesus, at Thy word
ELW #796 How Firm a Foundation
ELW #798 The Summons
ELW #817 You Have Come Down to the Lakeshore
Various Hymnals Dear Lord and Father of mankind
Various Hymnals Lord, When You Came
Various Hymnals Two Fishermen
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship)

Other options based on both:

“Holy is our King” By Rita Springer. As performed by Rick Pino.
“You are Holy” By Per Harling.
“You Are Holy (Prince Of Peace)” By Marc Imboden, Tammi Rhoton. As performed by Michael W. Smith.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

With the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation

A brief silence.

Lord God, you call your church to witness to your holiness. Sanctify us and send us into the world to proclaim your love and grace. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of the heavens and the earth, you provide more than enough for all of creation. Move our hearts to acts of stewardship and care. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Holy God, you are enthroned in glory above the highest heavens. Keep our leaders humble and provide them with your wisdom. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Lord of hosts, you care for the least as much as the greatest. Bring hope to the oppressed, and justice to all people and nations. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Healing God, you are the source of comfort and peace. Provide your great care for all who are sick (especially,…). Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

God of all time, you have called many to be your servants and prophets. Turn our eyes to their example and work in and through us as you worked through them. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: November 6, 2016

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All Saints Sunday/Lectionary 32

Color: White/Green
Closest RCL Sunday: Epiphany 3B
Readings: Gospel Text: Luke 18:3 | Sermon Text: Jonah 1:1-17; 3:1- 10 [4:1-11] (Jonah and God’s Mercy)
Psalm Suggestion: Psalm 62:5-12
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): God of the seas, sky, and land,
When Jonah turned to run from you, you showed him that nothing and no one could hide from your presence. You are in all things, and you love all things. Show us the gift of your presence, and help us to carry your word of compassion and grace to all the world, in the name of the one who carried out your love flawlessly, Jesus Christ our redeemer. Amen.

You can find words of Confession and Absolution along with a Call to Worship that I wrote here. I updated these words of Confession and Absolution and the Call to Worship to reflect the readings in November here, I will be writing entirely new versions for Advent-Christmas.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #779 Amazing Grace
ELW #605 Forgive Our Sins as We Forgive
ELW #740 God of the Sparrow
ELW #864/865 Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven
ELW #871 Sing Praise to God, the Highest Good
ELW #587 There’s a Wideness to God’s Mercy
ELW #445 Wash, O God, Our Sons and Daughters
ELW #798 Will You Come and Follow Me
MSB1 #S490 I Called to the Lord
MSB1 #S489 Jonah Prayed
Various Hymnals Dear Shepherd of Thy People, Hear
Various Hymnals We Have an Anchor
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; MSB1=Music Sourcebook 1)

Suggested hymns based on the Gospel text:

ELW #717 Let Justice Flow like Streams
ELW #710 Let Streams of Living Justice Flow
ELW #800 Spirit of God, Descend Upon my Heart
DATH #89 It Won’t Be Long
WOV #783 Seek Ye First
Various Hymnals Pray, Without Ceasing
Various Hymnals When Our Confidence is Shaken
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; DATH=Dancing at the Harvest; WOV=With One Voice)

Other options based on both:

“The One Who Saves” By Ben Fielding.
“You Are My All In All” By Dennis Jernigan.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

With the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation

A brief silence.

Grant courage to your church, O Lord, that we may boldly proclaim your justice, mercy, and peace to a world sorely in need of repentance and reconciliation. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Strengthen and heal the oceans, O Lord, that their beauty and bounty may be protected and their diversity of life be fortified. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Provide our leaders with your guidance, O Lord, that they might repent of selfishness and lead their nations into peace. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Remind us of your great love for us, O Lord, that even those who run from you may come to know your compassion and wholeness. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Bring relief to all who suffer, O Lord, (especially,…) that all might know your healing power. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

Send us prophets, O Lord, that through their witness and the witness of the saints we may continue in right paths through the work of your Holy Spirit.. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: October 30, 2016

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Reformation Sunday/Lectionary 31

Color: Red/Green
Closest RCL Sunday: Proper 5C (10C)
Readings: Gospel Text: Luke 4:24-26 | Sermon Text: 1 Kings 17:1-24 (God’s Care for
the Widow)
Psalm Suggestion: Psalm 146
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): God of compassion,
By the power of God, Elijah provided bread and oil for the widow and her household. By faith in God, the widow provided food and water for Elijah. Give us hearts to love one another, so that in providing and in receiving, we too, might experience the unimaginable power of God, through the one who has provided life itself, your Son, Jesus Christ. Amen.

You can find words of Confession and Absolution along with a Call to Worship that I wrote here.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #422 For All the Saints
ELW #737 He Comes to Us as One Unknown
ELW #796 How Firm a Foundation
ELW #587 There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy
LBW #538 Oh, Praise the Lord, My Soul
TNtG #8 Song of Two Widows
Various Hymnals Revive Thy Work, O Lord
Various Hymnals When the Hungry Who Have Nothing Share with Strangers
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; TNtG=Time Now to Gather)

Suggested hymns based on the Gospel text:

ELW #641 All Are Welcome
ELW #311 Hail to the Lord’s Anointed
ELW #712 Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service
Various Hymnals In Great Thanksgiving
Various Hymnals O Carpenter, Why Leave the Bench
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship)

Other options based on both:

“Days of Elijah” By Robin Mark.
“Glorious Unfolding” By Steven Curtis Chapman.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

With the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God’s creation

A brief silence.

Lord God, raise up leaders and prophets in your church; that your word of healing, life, and resurrection may be proclaimed to the ends of the earth. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of providence, sustain us through the bounty of the earth; that all who are hungry might be fed. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of Israel, God of Sidon, God of all nations, bring peace and understanding to the world; that all recognize your presence even in surprising places. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Life-giving God, bring comfort to the grieving; that we may trust ever more in your power of resurrection. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

O Lord our God, be with all who suffer  (especially,…); that they may be restored to wholeness and life. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

God of the ages, speak to us through the lives of all who have gone before us; that we may see your activity in the world throughout the eons. Lord in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior. Amen.