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NL Worship Resources: April 23, 2017

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Easter 2 (NL Year 3)

Color: White/Gold
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Easter 3A
Readings: Psalm: Psalm 30 | Sermon Text: Luke 24:13-35 (Emmaus Road)
OT Suggestion: Isaiah 52:13-53:12
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Mysterious and Divine Presence, Too often our hearts burn within us because our bodies know before our minds that you are here working in us and through us in this world. Open our eyes, and help us to recognize you in all places and in all people, for the sake of the one whose presence is never far, Jesus Christ. Amen.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #539. Abide, O Dearest Jesus
ELW #629. Abide with Me
ELW #377. Alleluia! Jesus Is Risen!
ELW #515. Break Now the Bread of Life
ELW #389. Christ Is Alive! Let Christians Sing
ELW #373. Christ the Lord Is Risen Today!
ELW #369. Christ the Lord Is Risen Today; Alleluia!
ELW #374. Day of Arising
ELW #494. For the Bread Which You Have Broken
ELW #737. He Comes to Us as One Unknown
ELW #482. I Come with Joy
ELW #325. I Want Jesus to Walk with Me
ELW #365. Jesus Christ Is Risen Today
ELW #658. O Jesus, Joy of Loving Hearts
ELW #810. O Jesus, I Have Promised
ELW #471. Let Us Break Bread Together
ELW #765. Lord of All Hopefulness
ELW #837. Many and Great, O God
ELW #570. Now the Day Is Over
ELW #669. Rise Up, O Saints of God!
ELW #671. Shine, Jesus, Shine
ELW #366. The Strife Is O’er, the Battle Done
ELW #384. That Easter Day with Joy Was Bright
ELW #376. Thine Is the Glory
ELW #725. When the Poor Ones
ELW #514. O Word of God Incarnate
LBW #209. Come, Risen Lord
LBW #483. God Moves in a Mysterious Way
LBW #493. Hope of the World
WOV #743. Stay with Us
Various Hymnals Be Known to Us in Breaking Bread
Various Hymnals Christ Beside Me
Various Hymnals Tell Me the Story of Jesus
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)

Suggested hymns based on the Psalm:

ELW #654. The Church’s One Foundation
ELW #414. Holy God, We Praise Your Name
ELW #413. Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God Almighty!
ELW #867. In Thee Is Gladness
ELW #886. Oh, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing
ELW #864. Praise, My Soul, the God of Heaven
ELW 327. Through the Night of Doubt and Sorrow
LBW #324. O Love That Will Not Let Me Go
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship)

Other options based on both:

“More Than Conquerors” Rend Collective
“Take My Life” Scott Underwood
“Travelers On The Journey” Dakota Road
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)

Sisters and brothers in Christ, God invites us to bring our doubts and fears, our joys and concerns, our petitions and praise, and offer them for the earth and all its creatures.

A brief silence.

God of the prophets, open our eyes to see you at work in scipture, at work in prayer, at work in the breaking of bread, and at work in the world; then move your church to love and serve you wherever you are found. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of the heavens and earth, provide your abundant and vibrant life to all of creation and inspire us through its splendor; then move us to work for the healing of the world. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of all lands, redeem the world through your love and work in the lives of all peoples; then work through us to bring about peace and justice throughout the nations. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of all wisdom and knowledge, continue to come to us through word and sacrament and make our hearts burn within us; then move us to share the good news of your love. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of power, provide comfort for all who suffer (especially, …) and bless the efforts of all who provide healing and care for others. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

God of resurrection, gather all your saints into your heavenly home and incerease our faith in your uncompromising unconditional love and life. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Receive these prayers, O God, and transform us through them, that we may have eyes to see and hearts to understand not only what you do on our behalf, but what you call us to do so that your realm will come to fruition in glory. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: April 16, 2017

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Easter Sunday (NL Year 3)

Color: White/Gold
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Easter (C)
Readings: Psalm: Psalm 118:17, 21-24 | Sermon Text: Luke 24:1-12 (Resurrection)
OT Suggestion: Isaiah 65:17-25
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Risen Messiah, Hallelujah! Christ is risen! Christ is risen indeed! Glory be to you, whom death could not defeat. Praise to the savior of heaven and earth. Honor and glory are yours, now and forever, Christ our savior and redeemer. Amen.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #629 Abide with Me
ELW #375 Alleluia! Christ Is Arisen
ELW #793 Be Thou My Vision
ELW #364 Christ Has Arisen, Alleluia
ELW #371 Christians, to the Paschal Victim
ELW #389 Christ Is Alive! Let Christians Sing
ELW #383 Christ is Risen! Shout Hosanna!
ELW #339 Christ, the Life of All the Living
ELW #373 Christ the Lord Is Risen Today!
ELW #363 Come, You Faithful, Raise the Strain
ELW #855 Crown Him with Many Crowns
ELW #521 O Day of Rest and Gladness
ELW #361 The Day of Resurrection!
ELW #385 Good Christian Friends, Rejoice and Sing!
ELW #347 Go to Dark Gethsemane
ELW #619 I Know That My Redeemer Lives!
ELW #365 Jesus Christ Is Risen Today
ELW #765 Lord of All Hopefulness
ELW #438 My Lord, What a Morning
ELW #379 Now the Green Blade Rises
ELW #386/7 O Sons and Daughters, Let Us Sing
ELW #366 The Strife Is O’er, the Battle Done
ELW #384 That Easter Day with Joy Was Bright
ELW #376 Thine Is the Glory
ELW #391 This Joyful Eastertide
ELW #353 Were You There
LBW #151 Jesus Christ Is Risen Today
WOV #671 Alleluia, Alleluia, Give Thanks
Various Hymnals Because You Live, O Christ
Various Hymnals Low in the Grave He Lay
Various Hymnals Woman in the Night
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)

Suggested hymns based on the Psalm:

ELW #174/5 Alleluia
ELW #645 Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation
ELW #556 Morning Has Broken
LBW #142 Hail Thee, Festival Day!
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship)

Other options based on both:

“Easter Song” Anne Herring
“I’ll Fly Away” Albert E. Brumley
“Resurrection Day” Matt Maher
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)

Let us pray for the needs of the church and the world to God who raised Jesus to new life.

A brief silence.

God of Resurrection, breathe your vibrant life into the church that we may be inspired to ever greater feats of proclamation and love. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of life, sustain all of creation with your power that we might know and proclaim your providence and care. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Conqueror of death, work your will in the world that the nations and leaders of nations might strive for justice, peace, and the equitable distribution of your resources. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of the living, provide hope to the hopeless and joy to the despairing, that all who are entombed might be freed from their bonds. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of shalom, bring about your healing and wholeness to all who suffer that life might be lived as you want it to be lived. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

Lord of heaven and earth, bless the rest of all the saints and unite us with them in the everlasting light of the Resurrection dawn. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Through the resurrection of your son, O God, you destroy the power of death and remove your people’s shame. By the power of the Spirit, raise us from sin and seat us at the paschal feast, that we may rejoice in the gift of salvation Jesus has won for us. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: April 9, 2017

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Palm/Passion Sunday (NL Year 3)

Color: Scarlet or Purple
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Liturgy of the Palms (C)
Readings: Psalm: Psalm 118:19-23 | Sermon Text: Luke 19:29-44 (Triumphal Entry)
OT Suggestion: Zechariah 9:9-10
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Hosanna, King, Blessed are you, our king, who comes in the name of the Lord! Peace in heaven, and glory in the highest heaven! Even if our voices were silenced, creation itself would rise up to praise you! Hosanna in the Highest! Amen.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #344 All Glory, Laud, and Honor
ELW #724 All who love and serve your city
ELW #338 Beneath the Cross of Jesus
ELW #552 Blessed Be the God of Israel
ELW #662 Christ is the King!
ELW #625 Come, We That love the Lord
ELW #311 Hail to the Lord’s Anointed
ELW #333 Jesus Is a Rock in a Weary Land
ELW #836 Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee
ELW #727 Lord Christ, When First You Came to Earth
ELW #676 Lord, Speak to Us, That We May Speak
ELW #308 O Morning Star, How Fair and Bright!
ELW #343 My Song Is Love Unknown
ELW #264 Prepare the Royal Highway
ELW #346 Ride On, Ride On in Majesty!
ELW #351/2 O Sacred Head, Now Wounded
ELW #853 When Morning Gilds the Skies
ELW #719 Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life
LBW #74 A Stable Lamp is Lighted
LBW #537 O Jesus, King Most Wonderful!
WOV #640 Glory to God
WOV #631 Lift Up Your Heads, O Gates
Various Hymnals Hosanna, Loud Hosanna
Various Hymnals Jesus Comes with All His Grace
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)

Suggested hymns based on the Psalm:

ELW #645 Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation
ELW #654 The Church’s One Foundation
ELW #528 Come and Fill Our Hearts
ELW #556 Morning Has Broken
ELW #533 Open Now Thy Gates of Beauty
LBW #375 Only-Begotten, Word of God Eternal
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship)

Other options based on both:

“At Your Name (Forever)” By Phil Wickham, Tim Hughes.
“Dancing Generation” By Matt Redman.
“Greatly To Be Praised” By Eddie Kirkland, Steve Fee.
“Made to Worship” By Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, et al.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)

Caught between joy and despair, we yearn for the fulfillment of God’s desire beyond the brokenness and neediness of this life. We offer thanksgiving for God’s presence with us and petitions for the transformation of the church and the world.

A brief silence.

You are great, O King, and greatly to be praised; may the church shout out with joy at your coming and may we proclaim your reign above all others. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

You are great, O King, and greatly to be praised; may the seas shout our to your glory, and the mountains show forth your splendor. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

You are great, O King, and greatly to be praised; humble our rulers that they might seek your justice, peace, and wisdom above all other concerns. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

You are great, O King, and greatly to be praised; may we prepare your coming by working your will and word in the world. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

You are great, O King, and greatly to be praised; may all who suffer know of your compassionate love and care for them. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

You are great, O King, and greatly to be praised; gather all your saints home to you where we all might give you glory. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Life-giver, Pain-bearer, Love-maker, day by day you sustain the weary with your word and gently encourage us to place our trust in you. Awaken us to the suffering of those around us; save us from hiding in denials or taunts that deepen the hurt; give us grace to share one another’s burdens in humble service. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: April 2, 2017

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Lent 5 (NL Year 3)

Color: Purple
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Proper 26C(31C)
Readings: Psalm: Psalm 84:1-4, 10-12 | Sermon Text: Luke 18:31-19:10 (Zacchaeus)
OT Suggestion: Isaiah 1:10-18
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Lord of the lost, We are quick to judge and slow to accept those whom we consider lower than ourselves. But you show us the way of acceptance, forgiveness, and peace. We honor your name for teaching us to love, for the sake of the one who is the essence of love itself, Jesus Christ our loving Lord. Amen.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #846 Amen, We Praise Your Name
ELW #610 O Christ, the Healer, We Have Come
ELW #807 Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing
ELW #358 Great God, Your Love Has Called Us
ELW #740 God of the Sparrow
ELW #673 God, Whose Almighty Word
ELW #678 God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending
ELW #345 Jesus, I Will Ponder Now
ELW #775 Jesus, Priceless Treasure
ELW #592 Just As I Am, without One Plea
ELW #802 Let Us Ever Walk with Jesus
ELW #676 Lord, Speak to Us, That We May Speak
ELW #343 My Song Is Love Unknown
ELW #322 Oh, Love How Deep
ELW #351/352 O Sacred Head, Now Wounded
ELW #583 Take My Life, That I May Be
ELW #798 Will You Come and Follow Me (The Summons)
ELW #510 Word of God, Come Down on Earth
LBW #431 Your Hand, O Lord, in Days of Old
Various Hymnals Jesus Is Passing This Way
Various Hymnals Zacchaeus
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship)

Suggested hymns based on the Psalm:

ELW #781 Children of the Heavenly Father
ELW #502 The King of Love My Shepherd Is
ELW #631 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
ELW #842 Oh, Worship the King
ELW #537 On Our Way Rejoicing
LBW #186 How Blessed Is This Place, O Lord
LBW #502 Thee Will I Love, My Strength
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship)

Other options based on both:

“Humble Thyself In The Sight Of The Lord” by Bob Hudson.
“Immanuel” by Stuart Townend.
“Stronger” by Ben Fielding, Reuben Morgan
“The Sound Of Your Voice” by David Carr, Mac Powell, et al.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)

Lord God, friend of those in need, your Son Jesus has untied our burdens and healed our spirits. We lift up the prayers of our hearts for those still burdened, those seeking healing, those in need within the church and the world.

A brief silence.

For the church, O Lord, that we might be as excited as Zacchaeus to catch sight of you; and that we might better point to where you are at work in the world. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

For the land and creatures waking from winter’s rest, O Lord; that all of creation find renewal and life in you. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

For the nations, O Lord, that justice and peace may reign, (especially in…) and your vision of wholeness may be realized. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

For all who struggle to see, O Lord, that the vision of your love be made ever more clear in our lives and in the world. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

For all who are sick or grieving, O Lord, that your life and hope maybe deepened in them. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

For all the saints, O Lord, known to us and only to you; that we may one day be reunited with them in light and praise of you. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Hear our prayers that we may love you with our whole being and willingly share the concerns of our neighbors. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: March 26, 2017

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Lent 4 (NL Year 3)

Color: Purple
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Proper 21C(26C)
Readings: Psalm: Psalm 41:1-3 | Sermon Text: Luke 16:19-31 (Rich Man and Lazarus)
OT Suggestion: Amos 6:1a, 4-7
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Divine Word, you sent Moses to speak law to the people and bring order to chaos. You sent prophets to speak repentance and bring hope to the hopeless. You sent your son, Jesus, to become your living Word. Open our ears to hear your word, and our hearts to reflect the light of your truth to others, for the sake of the Incarnate Word, Jesus Christ. Amen.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #461 All Who Hunger, Gather Gladly
ELW #480 O Bread of Life from Heaven
ELW #684 Creating God, Your Fingers Trace
ELW #713 O God of Every Nation
ELW #705 God of Grace and God of Glory
ELW #852 Golden Breaks the Dawn
ELW #775 Jesus, Priceless Treasure
ELW #768 Lead Me, Guide Me
ELW #750 Lord, Thee I Love with All My Heart
ELW #712 Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service
ELW #787 On Eagle’s Wings
ELW #655 Son of God, Eternal Savior
ELW #725 When the Poor Ones
ELW #719 Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life
ELW #690 We Raise Our Hands to You, O Lord
LBW #483 God Moves in a Mysterious Way
LBW #547 Thee We Adore, Eternal Lord!
Various Hymnals Jesus, All My Gladness
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship)

Suggested hymns based on the Psalm:

ELW #610 O Christ, the Healer, We Have Come
ELW #770 Give Me Jesus
ELW #742 What a Friend We Have in Jesus
LBW #431 Your Hand, O Lord, in Days of Old
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship)

Other options based on both:

“Amazing God” by Brenton Brown
“Everything” by Martin Smith, Stuart Garrard
“Happy Day” by Ben Cantelon, Tim Hughes
“How Deep The Father’s Love For Us” by Stuart Townend
“It Is You” by Darlene Zschech
“Lord Reign In Me” by Brenton Brown
“There Is A Redeemer” by Melody Green
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)

God of mercy and healing, you who hear the cries of those in need, receive these petitions of your people that all who are troubled may know peace, comfort, and courage.

A brief silence.

God, we give you thanks for the church. Help us to proclaim your call for righteousness and justice. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God, we give you thanks for your good creation. Move us to be better stewards of the earth and care for it in ways that lead to renewal and healing. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God, we give you thanks for systems of government. Grant wisdom and compassion to our leaders that all the world may know peace and equality. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God, we give you thanks for the many ways in which you have blessed us. Open our eyes to see how we may use what you have given us to bless others. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God, we give you thanks for your healing work. Bless doctors, nurses, EMTs, and all who care for the injured or sick. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

God, we give you thanks for all the saints who have gone before us. Keep us strong in the faith as you kept them. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Life-giving God, heal our lives, that we may acknowledge your wonderful deeds and offer you thanks from generation to generation through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: March 19, 2017

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Lent 3 (NL Year 3)

Color: Purple
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Lent 4C
Readings: Psalm: Psalm 119:167- 176 | Sermon Text: Luke 15:1-32 (Lost Sheep, Coin, Son)
OT Suggestion: Jeremiah 4:11-12, 22-28
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Rejoicing Father, you celebrate when one of your lost children is found because no one is worthless to you. We stand humbled and in awe that you would count us among your most prized possessions. Give us eyes to see the priceless value of every living soul, for the sake of the one who became human for the sake of our souls, Jesus Christ our seeker. Amen.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #779 Amazing Grace, How Sweet the Sound
ELW #816 Come, My Way, My Truth, My Life
ELW #807 Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing
ELW #679 For the Fruit of All Creation
ELW #358 Great God, Your Love Has Called Us
ELW #740 God of the Sparrow
ELW #664 Heaven Is Singing for Joy
ELW #619 I Know That My Redeemer Lives!
ELW #650 In Christ There Is No East or West
ELW #592 Just As I Am, without One Plea
ELW #502 The King of Love My Shepherd Is
ELW #599 Lord Jesus, Think on Me
ELW #765 Lord of All Hopefulness
ELW #778 The Lord’s My Shepherd
ELW #460 Now the Silence
ELW #772 Oh, that the Lord Would Guide My Ways
ELW #606 Our Father, We Have Wandered
ELW #789 Savior, like a Shepherd Lead Us
ELW #608 Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling
ELW #587/588 There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy
ELW #659 Will You Let Me Be Your Servant
LBW #304 Today Your Mercy Calls Us
Various Hymnals Jesus Sinners Does Receive
Various Hymnals I Will Sing the Wondrous Story
Various Hymnals Welcome! Wanderer, Welcome!
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship)

Suggested hymns based on the Psalm:

ELW #886 Oh, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing
ELW #772 Oh, that the Lord Would Guide My Ways
ELW #789 Savior, like a Shepherd Lead Us
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship)

Other options based on both:

“Amazing Love” By Graham Kendrick.
“Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone)” By Chris Tomlin, John Newton, et al.
“Come Home Running” By Chris Tomlin, Jesse Reeves.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession:

(Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002)

My brothers and sisters: reconciled to God by the mercy of Christ, we pray with confidence for the needs of the church and the world.

A brief silence.

God of prodigal love, bless your church and its leaders. Bring about unity and reconciliation among your people that all may see your love in the witness of your disciples. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of prodigal love, bless all creatures great and small. Provide your abundant life to all the places of the world that we have harmed and move us to be better stewards of all that you have created. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of prodigal love, bless our President, Congress, Supreme Court, Governor, State Legislators, and all who provide leadership at any level of government. Grant wisdom and compassion that the broken systems of the world be redeemed and recreated to conform with your peace and justice. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of prodigal love, bless families of all sorts. Work healing and reconciliation where relationships are broken and strengthen relationships where they are strong. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of prodigal love, bless all who suffer in mind, body, or spirit (especially,…). Sustain them with the knowledge of your loving presence. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

God of prodigal love, you have welcomed home many who have gone before us. Strengthen us through their witness and deepen our trust in your ultimate welcome home. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Through Christ you make us a new creation, O God, for with him we pass from sin to the new life of grace. Accept our prayers in the warm embrace of your compassion, and welcome all people to the festive banquet of your table, where we may rejoice in your love
and celebrate the inheritance you have given to us. We ask this through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: March 5, 2017

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Lent 1 (NL Year 3)

Color: Purple
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Proper 10C (15C)
Readings: Psalm: Psalm 15 | Sermon Text: Luke 10:25-42 (The Good Samaritan)
OT Suggestion: Deuteronomy 30:9-14
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Compassionate God, how easily you love those who look unlovable to us! How readily you welcome undesirables into your home! How slow we are to follow your example. Turn our hearts toward all who are considered outcast, shunned, and unclean so that we may love our neighbor without pity or apathy, for the sake of the one who became flesh to cleanse the world of sin and death forever, Jesus Christ our redeemer. Amen.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #729 The Church of Christ, in Every Age
ELW #520 Dearest Jesus, at Your Word
ELW #402 Eternal Spirit of the Living Christ
ELW #679 For the Fruit of All Creation
ELW #714 O God of Mercy, God of Light
ELW #708 Jesu, Jesu, Fill Us with Your Love
ELW #696 Jesus Calls Us; o’er the Tumult
ELW #599 Lord Jesus, Think on Me
ELW #295 Of the Father’s Love Begotten
ELW #789 Savior, like a Shepherd Lead Us
ELW #800 Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart
ELW #742 What a Friend We Have in Jesus
ELW #725 When the Poor Ones
ELW #359 Where Charity and Love Prevail
ELW #719 Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life
LBW #435 O God, Whose Will Is Life and Good
LBW #502 Thee Will I Love, My Strength
WOV #783 Seek Ye First the Kingdom of God
Various Hymnals The Good Samaritan
Various Hymnals Help Somebody Today
Various Hymnals They Asked, “Who’s My Neighbor?”
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship; WOV=With One Voice)

Suggested hymns based on the Psalm:

Various Hymnals Blest are the Pure in Heart
Various Hymnals Who, O Lord, When Life is O’er
Various Hymnals Who Shall Inhabit in Thy Hill?

Other options based on both:

“Compassion Hymn” By Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, et al.
“Love the Lord” By Lincoln Brewster.
“Unashamed” By Doug McKelvey, Jon Neufeld, et al.
More contemporary suggestions here.

Prayers of Intercession (Introduction and Conclusion from Revised Common Lectionary Prayers, copyright © 2002 ):

Faithful God of love, you blessed us with your servant Son so that we might know how to serve your people with justice and with mercy. We gather the needs of ourselves and others, and offer them to you in faith and love, seeking to be strengthened to meet them.

A brief silence.

God of love, open the eyes and hearts of your church; that we may see our neighbors around us and serve their needs. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Lord of the cosmos, sustain your creation and bless its winter rest; may we work towards the renewal of lands and seas. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of justice, provide wisdom to all leaders of the world; that those overlooked and avoided may experience healing and care. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of the lost, extend the knowledge of your grace to all people; that the peace you provide may settle into the hearts and minds of all. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

God of the suffering, be with all in pain (especially,…); strengthen us to be good neighbors to all in need of healing and comfort. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

God of Mary and Martha, you have provided us with examples of service and hospitality as well as examples of quiet and listening; draw us to your feet that we may experience the better part that can never be taken from us. Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer.

Shape us and transform us by your grace, that we may grow in wisdom and in confidence,
never faltering until we have done all that you desire to bring your realm of shalom to fulfillment. Amen.

NL Worship Resources: February 5, 2016

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Epiphany 5 (NL Year 3)

Color: Green
Closest RCL Sunday(s): Proper 5c (10C)
Readings: Psalm: Psalm 119:105- 107 | Sermon Text: Luke 7:1-17 (Raising the
Widow’s Son)
OT Suggestion: 1 Kings 17:17-24
Prayer of the Day (WorkingPreacher): Healing Lord, by your goodness you healed many who were ill, even raising the dead to life. Restore us to new life, healing our hearts, minds, and spirits, so that we may proclaim praise and gratitude for your compassion to all who will hear. In the name of the one who is himself new life, Jesus Christ our savior. Amen.

Suggested hymns based on the Sermon text:

ELW #610 O Christ, the Healer, We Have Come
ELW #612 Healer of Our Every Ill
ELW #860 I’m So Glad Jesus Lifted Me
ELW #769 If You But Trust in God to Guide You
ELW #592 Just As I Am, without One Plea
ELW #712 Lord, Whose Love in Humble Service
ELW #631 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling
ELW #379 Now the Green Blade Rises
ELW #886 Oh, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing
ELW #583 Take My Life, That I May Be
ELW #685 Take My Life, That I May Be
ELW #719 Where Cross the Crowded Ways of Life
LBW #431 Your Hand, O Lord, in Days of Old
Various Hymnals O Christ, Who Shared Our Mortal Life
Various Hymnals My Spirit Longs for Thee
Various Hymnals We Cannot Measure How You Heal
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship; LBW=Lutheran Book of Worship)

Suggested hymns based on the Psalm:

ELW #474 Bread of Life from Heaven
ELW #804 Come Down, O Love Divine
ELW #507 O God of Light
ELW #509 God’s Word Is Our Great Heritage
ELW #786 O Holy Spirit, Enter In
ELW #517 Lord, Keep Us Steadfast in Your Word
ELW #767 Lord, Take My Hand and Lead Me
ELW #772 Oh, that the Lord Would Guide My Ways
ELW #514 O Word of God Incarnate
LBW #521 Let Us with a Gladsome Mind
LBW #324 O Love That Will Not Let Me Go
(ELW=Evangelical Lutheran Worship)

Other options based on both:

“Awesome God” By Rich Mullins.
“God of Wonders” By Marc Byrd, Steve Hindalong
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 leaders of our church: for bishops, pastors, teachers, lay leaders and councils; may the faithful be encouraged that the good news be boldly proclaimed. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray for creation: for birds and beasts, streams and seas, tundras and deserts; may all that lives find its deepest source in the Creator of all. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray for the nations: for countries at war and at peace; for peoples that seems similar and those that seem so different; may we recognize each other as bearing the image of God. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray for all who do not know the good news: for non-Christians and atheists, for those who feel alone and unloved, for those battling oppression and affliction; may they come to know the peace and comfort found in Jesus Christ. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

We pray for all who suffer in any way (especially,…) and for those who minister to them: for doctors and nurses, therapists and counselors; may they experience the love of our compassionate God. God of mercy, hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

We pray for the saints who have gone before us: for pastors and Sunday school teachers, for theologians and healers; may we continue to follow their faithful examples. 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 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.