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Sunday Worship - The Sixth Sunday After Pentecost
”With The Rush Of The Wind … I Touch You First!”
June 30, 2024, 9:30AM
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Gathering In The Spirit
Come, Now is the Time to Worship
Doerksen
Come
Now is the time to worship
Come
Now is the time to give your heart
Come
Just as you are to worship
Come
Just as you are before your God
Come
One day ev’ry tongue
Will confess You are God
One day ev’ry knee will bow
Still the greatest treasure
Remains for those
Who gladly choose You now
Come
Now is the time to worship
Come
Now is the time to give your heart
Come
Just as you are to worship
Come
Just as you are before your God
Come
Litany Celebrating the Rush of the Wind in Power & Grace
BASED ON PSALM 107
Today we trust anew God’s grace in the rush of The Wind, calms our souls and spirits in the midst of every storm, so we boldly believe, and we come, for now is the time to worship, in the name of The Father, and of The Son, and of The Holy Spirit.
Amen. Give thanks to the Lord, for he is good; for the Lord’s steadfast love endures forever. Our God has gathered us in from all the lands that we might trust in him.
People of God: At times we have wandered in the desert, losing our way; we have stood in the promised land, yet, we do not trust God breaks forth; we have tried to face storms on our own. Let us take a moment of silence to confess our sins, and those times we fail to trust the Lord faithfully rushes to calm our every storm.
(silence for reflection)
Friends in Christ: In the raging storms of guilt, worry, and despair, feel the rush of The Wind, feel the calm restored in the grace of these words: Jesus saves; Jesus forgives you all your sins. Believe anew, even in your storms, each and every day, the Lord is with you; fear not!
Song of Calm Anew
Fear Not
Pringle
Fear not
For I am with you
Fear not
For I am with you
Fear not
For I am with you
Says the Lord
Fear not
For I am with you
Fear not
For I am with you
Fear not
For I am with you
Says the Lord
(repeat)
Though the winds of each day can be mighty, though stormy waters surprise us, today we affirm our trust rests in you, God; your grace rushes in, and calms us once again!
Brothers and sisters in Christ: Call on The Lord to rush to your side. Live anew in his holy name. Trust Jesus will forever break forth. Hold fast to real hope, to The One who holds fast to you. The steadfast love of the Lord endures forever; fear not!
Song of Calm Anew
Fear Not
Pringle
Fear not
For I am with you
Fear not
For I am with you
Fear not
For I am with you
Says the Lord
Fear not
For I am with you
Fear not
For I am with you
Fear not
For I am with you
Says the Lord
(repeat)
Almighty and loving God, you rush to our side to be our calm and peace in the midst of our every storm. In the midst of life’s raging storms, increase in us the gift of faith, trusting your presence, power and grace overcome our fear, doubt, anxiety, and unbelief. By your Holy Spirit, as you break forth into our midst, we feel the rush of The Wind. Renew our faith to see The One who is forever here, calms us and gives us peace. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.
The Old Testament
JOB 38:1–11
Then the Lord answered Job out of the whirlwind: “Who is this that darkens counsel by words without knowledge? Gird up your loins like a man, I will question you, and you shall declare to me. Where were you when I laid the foundations of the earth? Tell me, if you have understanding. Who determined its measurements – surely you know! Or who stretched the line upon it? On what were its bases sunk, or who laid its cornerstone when the morning stars sang together and all the heavenly beings shouted for joy? Or who shut in the sea with doors when it burst out from the womb? – when I made the clouds its garment, and thick darkness its swaddling band, and prescribed bounds for it, and set bars and doors, and said, ‘Thus far shall you come, and no farther, and here shall your proud waves be stopped’?”
(New Revised Standard Version)
The New Testament
2 CORINTHIANS 6:1–13
As we work together with him, we urge you also not to accept the grace of God in vain. For God says, “At an acceptable time I have listened to you, and on a day of salvation I have helped you.” See, now is the acceptable time; see, now is the day of salvation! We are putting no obstacle in anyone’s way, so that no fault may be found with our ministry, but as servants of God we have commended ourselves in every way: through great endurance, in afflictions, hardships, calamities, beatings, imprisonments, riots, labors, sleepless nights, hunger; by purity, knowledge, patience, kindness, holiness of spirit, genuine love, truthful speech, and the power of God; with the weapons of righteousness for the right hand and for the left; in honor and dishonor, in ill repute and good repute. We are treated as impostors, and yet are true; as unknown, and yet are well known; as dying, and see – we are alive; as punished, and yet not killed; as sorrowful, yet always rejoicing; as poor, yet making many rich; as having nothing, and yet possessing everything. We have spoken frankly to you Corinthians; our heart is wide open to you. There is no restriction in our affections, but only in yours. In return – I speak as to children – open wide your hearts also.
(New Revised Standard Version)
Song of Hope & Assurance
His Eye Is On the Sparrow
Martin & Gabriel
vs. 1
Why should I feel discouraged
Why should the shadows come
Why should my heart be lonely
And long for heav’n and home
When Jesus is my portion
My constant friend is he
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
refrain:
I sing because I’m happy
I sing because I’m free
For his eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
vs. 2
Let not your heart be troubled
His tender word I hear
And resting on his goodness
I lose my doubts and fears
Though by the path he leads me
But one step I may see
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
(refrain)
vs. 3
Whenever I am tempted
Whenever clouds arise
When song gives place to sighing
When hope within me dies
I draw the closer to him
From care he sets me free
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
His eye is on the sparrow
And I know he watches me
(refrain)
Gospel
MARK 4:35–41
On that day, when evening had come, Jesus said to them, “Let us go across to the other side.” And leaving the crowd behind, they took him with them in the boat, just as he was. Other boats were with him. A great windstorm arose, and the waves beat into the boat, so that the boat was already being swamped. But Jesus was in the stern, asleep on the cushion; and they woke him up and said to him, “Teacher, do you not care that we are perishing?” Jesus woke up and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, “Peace! Be Still!” Then the wind ceased, and there was a dead calm. Jesus said to them, “Why are you afraid? Have you still no faith?” And they were filled with great awe and said to one another, “Who then is this, that even the wind and the sea obey him?”
(New Revised Standard Version)
Stating Our Faith in God
BASED ON PSALM 89
As we feel the rush of The Wind, let us speak boldly of all we believe, trusting God’s power and grace in Jesus Christ.
I will sing of your steadfast love, O Lord, forever; with my mouth I will proclaim your faithfulness to all generations. I declare that your steadfast love is established forever; your faithfulness is as firm as the heavens. You said, “I have made a covenant with my chosen one, I have sworn to my servant David: ‘I will establish your descendants forever, and build your throne for all generations.’” Let the heavens praise your wonders, O Lord, your faithfulness in the assembly of the holy ones. For who in the sky can be compared to the Lord? Who among the heavenly beings is like the Lord, great and awesome above all that are around him? O Lord, God of hosts, who is as mighty as you? Blessed be the Lord forever. Amen and Amen.
Faith Quest Sunday School will resume on Sunday, September 8!
Vacation Bible School is July 15-18, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
Details for VBS coming soon!
The Rush of The Wind … Calms Every Storm
JOB 38:1-11; 2 CORINTHIANS 6:1-13; MARK 4:35-41
We have all heard the expression, "The calm before the storm." We like the calm. We like living a life of `smooth sailing.' We also know storms are real. They surprise us. They are violent. They come and go without warning, leaving us in the aftermath to clean up the mess. If we knew what was coming, we might be better prepared. In our gospel today, Jesus is out in the boat with his friends. In the midst of a sudden storm, Jesus restores the calm. Jesus is the calm in the midst of every storm we encounter. Storms cannot be avoided or prevented. When we are ready and prepared, the anxiety, the damage may not be as severe. In the storms you face, trust Jesus is with you. Let us not be surprised! Jesus, brings calm to our roughest storms! Jesus restores the gift of faith, trusting we will sail smooth once again as we feel the rush of The Wind!
1. Even when storms of every kind are all too real, God makes known Jesus is our calm IN the midst of every kind of storm.
A. Storms of every kind surprise us. Jesus cannot prevent the storms we encounter.
Job 38; 2 Corinthians 6:4-10; Mark 4:37
i. Storms of every kind are cruel and violent.
ii. Storms of every kind come and go, and then they leave us in the aftermath to clean up the mess.
iii. If we knew what was coming we might be better prepared.
B. Jesus can be trusted in the midst of every storm.
Mark 4:38
C. Jesus alone will restore the calm and the sense of peace.
Job 38; 2 Corinthians 6:2; Mark 4:39
2. As we encounter our days of smooth sailing, or as we get anxious while we watch a storm fast approaching, or when we find ourselves in the midst of what appears to be unbearable, let us feel the grace and hope of The Wind: Jesus is our CALM in the storm; we are not alone!
A. God makes known to us: Calm is in Christ trusting we are not alone, no matter the storm, or the journey.
Mark 4:38
B. God makes known to us: Calm is trusting the Almighty is more powerful than any storm. As we face life's circumstances, we can call on the One who overcomes all that overwhelms.
Job 38; Mark 4:39
C. God makes known to us: Calm is in letting go, when we stop trying to fight the storm, when we see those things outside of our control.
Job 38; 2 Corinthians 6:1-2; Mark 4:40
D. God makes known to us: Calm is complete as we move forward and move on, even though storms rage around us. Let us be like Job and not question. Let us like the disciples be restored and trust the calm of Christ in our midst.
i. The winds in our lives will obey as we call on Christ, so let us declare calmness and do likewise.
Mark 4:41
ii. In Jesus, God will calm our fear and restore our calm through faith.
Mark 4:40
iii. Let us not be surprised by the rush of Christ’s presence to our side.
Job 38:4-6; 2 Corinthians 6:2; Mark 4:41
iv. With Jesus, feel a new sense of calm, as our lives and journey keep going forward, making known to all, we are not alone.
2 Corinthians 6:3; Mark 4:35-36;41
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Song of Trust Anew
Be Not Afrain
Dufford
vs. 1
You shall cross the barren desert
But you shall not die of thirst
You shall wander far in safety
Though you do not know the way
You shall speak your words in foreign lands
And all will understand
You shall see
The face of God and live
refrain:
Be not afraid
I go before you always
Come follow me
And I will give you rest
vs. 2
If you pass through raging waters
In the sea you shall not drown
If you walk amid the burning flames
You shall not be harmed
If you stand before the pow’r of hell
And death is at your side
Know that I am with you
Through it all
(refrain)
Our Worship continues as we move outside to the Memorial Garden
As God’s people, as we feel the rush of the Wind in God’s grace, let us trust anew in God’s power and presence, and let us pray for the needs of all God’s people.
… as we pray to you, Jesus,
The Spirit intercedes for us
With sighs too deep
For words to express
Oh oh oh
All these things and whatever else you see we need, grant to us we pray, for into your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in your mercy through your Son, Jesus Christ.
Amen.
Holy Communion will take place during our service. If you are not worshipping with us in person but would like to receive Communion, we will be offering Drive Through Communion at our building at 16200 Dodd Lane, Lakeville, Minnesota, following our indoor service. Drive Through Communion will be available between 10:15am & 10:30am.
For those worshiping with us in person, we receive communion through intinction; that is, you will receive the bread, the host, then dip into the glass of choice, either a red wine in the chalice closest to the host, or in a light colored non-alcoholic grape juice. All are welcome.
We also offer gluten free and pre-packaged options. Please take these options before arriving at the host to receive a blessing.
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.
Songs During Holy Communion
In the Garden
Miles
I come to the garden alone
While the dew is still on the roses
And the voice I hear falling on my ear
The Son of God discloses
refrain:
And He walks with me
And He talks with me
And He tells me
I am His own
And the joy we share
As we tarry there
None other
Has ever known
He speaks
And the sound of His voice
Is so sweet
The birds hush their singing
And the melody
That He gave to me
Within my heart
Is ringing
(refrain)
I’d stay in the garden with Him
Though the night around me be falling
But He bids me go thru the voice of woe
His voice to me is calling
(refrain)
The body and blood of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, strengthen you and keep you in his grace, this day, and on into life everlasting.
Amen.
Let us pray.
Pour out upon us the spirit of your love, O Lord, and unite the wills of those whom you have fed with one heavenly food; through Jesus Christ, The Lord of life. Amen.
The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace, as you feel the rush of The Wind in God’s saving grace. In the name of The Father, and of The Son, and of The Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Let us go in the peace of Christ, celebrating the love of God, and serving the Lord of life.
Thanks be to God!
Going Anew In Grace & Hope
Lord, I Lift Your Name on High
Founds
Lord I lift Your name on high
Lord I love to sing Your praises
I’m so glad You’re in my life
I’m so glad You came to save us
You came from heaven to earth
To show the way
From the earth to the cross
My debt to pay
From the cross to the grave
From the grave to the sky
Lord I lift Your name on high
(repeat as directed)
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Today, Sunday, June 23, we celebrate The Fifth Sunday After Pentecost “The Rush Of The Wind … Calms Every Storm!” Today we share Holy Communion in our Memorial Garden! Faith Quest Sunday School will resume on Sunday, September 8! Vacation Bible School is July 15-18, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Details for VBS coming soon!
Join us next Sunday, June 30, as we celebrate The Sixth Sunday After Pentecost “With The Rush Of The Wind … I Touch You First!” Faith Quest Sunday School will resume on Sunday, September 8! Vacation Bible School is July 15-18, 9:30-11:30 a.m. Details for VBS coming soon!
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We pray The Holy Spirit breathes anew on us to be God’s people and to be God’s Church, as together we make known and we trust anew God’s gifts of hope, peace, justice, clarity, calm, and comfort forever break forth in new ways for you and your loved ones, today, and as we share every gift of God’s light, love and grace!
Acknowledgments for today’s service include:
Litany Celebrating The Rush Of The Wind In Power & Grace – written based on Psalm 107. “His Eye Is On The Sparrow,” “In The Garden,” © 1978 Lutheran Book of Worship (LBW) and With One Voice Hymnal Supplement © 1995 Augsburg Publishing House, Minneapolis & Board of Publication, Lutheran Church In America, Philadelphia; and Evangelical Lutheran Worship © 2006 by Augsburg Fortress, Minneapolis, MN. Used with permission. “Prayer of The Day,” “Lord’s Prayer,” “Post-Communion Blessing, Prayer, & Benediction,” based on the LBW. . “Come, Now Is the Time to Worship” © 1998 Vineyard Songs CCLI #2430948 “Fear Not” © 1984 C3 Music Publishing CCLI #13508 “His Eye Is On the Sparrow” © 1999 This Far by Faith; An African American Resource for Worship, Augsburg Fortress, All rights reserved Used with permission. “Jesus Loves Me” © Words and Music Public Domain, CCLI #4771887 “Be Not Afraid” © 1975, 1978, Robert J. Dufford, S.J. and New Dawn Music. “The Spirit Intercedes For Us” © 1989 Dakota Road Music, OL #62627 “In The Garden,” © 1912, by Hall-Mack Co., © renewed 1940, by The Rodeheaver Co. (A Div. of Word, Inc.) “Lord, I Lift Your Name On High” © 1989 Universal Music CCLI #117947 All rights reserved. All songs used with permission. CCLI License #1380826 & OneLicense #A-724016.