Peace Lutheran Church - June 28, 2020
TODAY we are the church at worship in our own homes!
 
When you are ready to worship: 
Click to open the worship video for the Fourth Sunday after Pentecost
Join the LIVE-STREAMED BAPTISM of Adeline and Carter Abbott today at 10:00 a.m.  Go to Peace website www.peacelutheranlz.com and click on “Holy Baptism”.  Scroll down in this worship script to the SACRAMENT OF HOLY BAPTISM, below, and follow along.  
Following the baptism, stay in the zoom group to chit chat at the “Virtual Coffee Hour” followed by book discussion of Dear Church by Lenny Duncan, chapter 3-5. Come and go, stay as long as you 
For Families with Children Today: Get ready for worship by opening  “10 Spiritual Activities for Families at Home” from www.peacelutheranlz.com and help your child(ren) join in today’s worship along with activities for the day.
All of This Week’s Announcements are at www.peacelutheranlz.com
Here is a brief tutorial if you need some help on YouTube.
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Now is the Time to Worship 
VIDEO: Prelude
VIDEO: Welcome and Introduction to the Day         
JOIN IN: THANKSGIVING FOR BAPTISM
All may make the sign of the cross, the sign that is marked at baptism as we begin:
In the name of the Father, and of the Son (+), and of the Holy Spirit.  Amen.
Joined to Christ in the waters of baptism, we are raised with him to new life. Let us give thanks for the gift of baptism.
We give you thanks, O God, for in the beginning you created us in your image and planted us in a well-watered garden. In the desert you promised pools of water for the parched, and you gave us water from the rock. When we did not know the way, you sent the Good Shepherd to lead us to still waters. At the cross, you watered us from Jesus' wounded side, and on this day, you shower us again with the water of life.
We praise you for your salvation through water, for the water of baptism, and for all water everywhere. Bathe us in your forgiveness, grace, and love. Satisfy the thirsty, and give us the life only you can give.
To you be given honor and praise through Jesus Christ our Lord in the unity of the Holy Spirit, now and forever. Amen.
 
VIDEO AND SING ALONG: Canticle of Praise
     Cantor: This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia.
Worthy is Christ, the Lamb who was slain, whose blood set us free to be people of God. Power and riches and wisdom and strength, and honor and blessing and glory are his.
Refrain: This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia.
Sing with all the people of God and join in the hymn of all creation: Blessing and honor and glory and might be to God and the Lamb forever. Amen.
Final refrain: This is the feast of victory for our God, for the Lamb who was slain has begun his reign. Alleluia. Alleluia.
 
VIDEO AND SAY (Prayer of the day):
O God, you direct our lives by your grace, and your words of justice and mercy reshape the world. Mold us into a people who welcome your word and serve one another, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen
 
VIDEO: Children’s Word
 
VIDEO: First Reading: Jeremiah 28:5-9
 
VIDEO AND READ ALONG RESPONSIVELY:  Psalm 89:1-4, 15-18
1Your love, O LORD, forever will I sing; 
    from age to age my mouth will proclaim your faithfulness.
2For I am persuaded that your steadfast love is established forever;
    you have set your faithfulness firmly in the heavens.
3"I have made a covenant with my chosen one; I have sworn an oath to David my servant:
4'I will establish your line forever, and preserve your throne for all generations.'"  
15Happy are the people who know the festal shout! 
    They walk, O LORD, in the light of your presence.
16They rejoice daily in your name; they are jubilant in your righteousness.
17For you are the glory of their strength, and by your favor our might is exalted.
18Truly, our shield belongs to the LORD; our king to the Holy One of Israel.
 
VIDEO: Second Reading: Romans 6:12-23
 
VIDEO: Gospel Acclamation 
 
VIDEO: Gospel: Matthew 10:40-42
 
VIDEO: Sermon:  Remember Your Baptism
 
VIDEO & SING ALONG – Hymn of the Day: “Borning Cry” 
I was there to hear your borning cry, I’ll be there when you are old. I rejoiced the day you were baptized to see your life unfold.  I was there when you were but a child, with a faith to suit you well; in a blaze of light you wandered off to find where demons dwell.  
When you heard the wonder of the Word I was there to cheer you on; you were raised to praise the living Lord, to whom you now belong.  If you find someone to share your time and you join your hearts as one, I’ll be there to make your verses rhyme from dusk till rising sun. 
In the middle ages of your life, not too old, no longer young, I’ll be there to guide you through the night, complete what I’ve begun.  When the evening gently closes in and you shut your weary eyes, I’ll be there as I have always been, with just one more surprise.  
I was there to hear your borning cry, I’ll be there when you are old.  I rejoiced the day you were baptized to see your life unfold. 
Apostle’s Creed - We will join in confessing our faith together in the live-streamed baptism service at 10:00 a.m.
 
VIDEO: Prayers of the People   …Lord, in your mercy:  Hear our prayer
 
VIDEO: The Lord’s Prayer    ...Our Father, who art in heaven… 
 
VIDEO: Musical offering
 
How to give your offering now
Your friends and fellow members are sharing their gifts and talents to help us worship in this virtual setting. Through all that we are, all we say and all we do we endeavor to make Christ known. Please consider your contributions to the virtual offering plate we pass.  Send your offering through one of these 4 convenient methods:  Mail your check to church // Use your bank website “send-payment” feature // Go to PLC website www.peacelutheranlz.com and click on “make a donation” // Download and use the app we recommend: https://www.vancopayments.com/egiving/church-app
 
 VIDEO AND JOIN IN:  Offering Prayer
God of goodness and growth, all creation is yours, and your faithfulness is as firm as the heavens. Nourish us through all the gifts you provide, that we might proclaim your steadfast love in our communities and in the world, through Jesus Christ, our strength and our song. Amen.
 
VIDEO: Blessing
 
Neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus.  God, the creator, + Jesus, the Christ, and the Holy Spirit, the comforter, bless you and keep you in God’s love forever. Amen.
 
VIDEO AND SING ALONG: “How Great Thou Art”
 
O Lord, my God, when I in awesome wonder consider all the worlds thy hand hath made,
I see the stars, I hear the mighty thunder, thy power throughout the universe displayed;
 
Refrain:Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to thee, how great thou art!  How great Thou art!
             Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to thee, how great thou art!  How great Thou art!
 
When through the woods and forest glades I wonder, I hear birds sing sweetly in the trees;
When I look down from lofty mountain grandeur and hear the brook and feel the gentle breeze;     Refrain
 
But when I think of God, his Son not sparing, sent him to die, I scarce can take it in,
That on the cross, my burden gladly bearing he bled and died to take away my sin;   Refrain
 
When Christ shall come, with shouts of acclamation, and take me home, what joy shall fill my heart! Then I shall bow with humble adoration and there proclaim, “My God, how great Thou art!”    Refrain
 
VIDEO: Dismissal
Go in peace. Christ is with you.
Thanks be to God.
 
VIDEO:  Announcements
 
THANK YOU
So much gratitude for everyone who has contributed to our worship today and in recent weeks.  The young and old, readers and musicians, and the technical help from a growing circle of Peace people is making this possible.  Find all of this week’s announcements in the Prints of Peace on the PLC website.   Allison Hearst, Office Admin: office@peacelutheranlz.com  /  Deacon Tracy Katschke: tracy@peacelutheranlz.com  /  Pastor Dale Ziemer: pastor@peacelutheranlz.com 
 


THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY BAPTISM
For:
Carter Jean Abbott
Adeline Melaine Abbott

June 28, 2020
10:00 a.m.
Peace Lutheran Church of Lake Zurich

Presentation
Candidates for baptism, sponsors, and parents gather with the minister at the font. The presiding minister may address the assembly in these or similar words.

P:   God, who is rich in mercy and love, gives us a new birth into a living hope
       through the sacrament of baptism. By water and the Word God delivers us
       from sin and death and raises us to a new life in Jesus Christ. We are united 
       with all the baptized in the one body of Christ, anointed with the gift of the 
       Holy Spirit, and joined in God’s mission for the life of the world.

Sponsors for each candidate, in turn, present the candidates.

We present Carter Jean Abbott for baptism.
We present Adeline Melaine Abbott for baptism

The presiding minister addresses parents:

As parents – called by the Holy Spirit, trusting in the grace and love of God – do you desire to have Carter and Adeline baptized into Christ?

Response: I do.

As you bring Carter and Adeline to receive the gift of baptism, you are entrusted with responsibilities:
to live with them among God’s faithful people, 
bring them to the word of God and the holy supper, 
teach them the Lord’s Prayer, the Creed, and the Ten Commandments, 
place in their hands the holy scriptures, 
and nurture them in faith and prayer, 
so that your children may learn to trust God, 
proclaim Christ through word and deed, 
care for others and the world God made, 
and work for justice and peace.
Scott and Susie, do you promise to help your children grow in the Christian faith and life?

Response: I do.

The presiding minister addresses sponsors.

Shane, Jacklynn, Sabrina and Katherine, do you promise to nurture Carter and Adeline in the Christian faith as you are empowered by God’s Spirit, and to help them live in the covenant of baptism and in communion with the church?

Response: I do.

The presiding minister addresses the assembly.

On behalf of the whole people of God at Peace Lutheran Church, do you promise to support Carter and Adeline and pray for them in their new life in Christ?

Response: We do.

Profession of Faith
The presiding minister addresses the parents and sponsors. The assembly may join in the responses

I ask you to profess your faith in Christ Jesus, reject sin, and confess the faith of the church.

Do you renounce the devil and all the forces that defy God?
Response: I renounce them.

Do you renounce the powers of this world that rebel against God?
Response: I renounce them.

Do you renounce the ways of sin that draw you from God?
Response: I renounce them.

Do you believe in God the Father?
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God?
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, 
   who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, 
   born of the virgin Mary, 
   suffered under Pontius Pilate, 
   was crucified, died, and was buried; 
   he descended to the dead.   On the third day he rose again; 
   he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father,
   and he will come to judge the living and the dead.

Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit?
I believe in the Holy Spirit, 
   the holy catholic church, 
   the communion of saints, 
   the forgiveness of sins, 
   the resurrection of the body, 
   and the life everlasting.

Thanksgiving
The presiding minister leads the thanksgiving.

The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give our thanks and praise.

We give you thanks, O God, for in the beginning your Spirit moved over the waters 
and by your Word you created the world, calling forth life in which you took delight. Through the waters of the flood you delivered Noah and his family, and through the
sea you led your people Israel from slavery into freedom. At the river your Son was baptized by John and anointed with the Holy Spirit. By the baptism of Jesus’ death 
and resurrection you set us free from the power of sin and death and raise us up to 
live in you.

Pour out your Holy Spirit, the power of your living Word, that these who are washed 
in the waters of baptism may be given new life. To you be given honor and praise through Jesus Christ our Lord, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, now and forever.

Baptism

Carter Jean Abbot I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.

Adeline Melaine Abbott I baptize you in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.

The minister continues:

Let us pray.  We give you thanks, O God, that through water and the Holy Spirit you give your daughters and sons new birth, cleanse them from sin, and raise them to eternal life.

Laying both hands on the head of each of the newly baptized, the minister prays for each:

Sustain Carter Jean with the gift of your Holy Spirit: the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and the fear of the Lord, the spirit of joy in your presence, both now and forever.
Amen.

Sustain Adeline Melaine with the gift of your Holy Spirit: the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and the fear of the Lord, the spirit of joy in your presence, both now and forever.
Amen.

The sign of the cross is marked on the forehead of each of the baptized, as the minister says: 

Carter Jean, child of God, you have been sealed by the Holy Spirit and marked with the cross of Christ forever.
Amen.

Adeline Melaine, child of God, you have been sealed by the Holy Spirit and marked with the cross of Christ forever. 
Amen.

A lighted candle is given to the sponsor as a representative of the congregation says:

Let your light so shine before others that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.

Welcome

A representative of the congregation leads the assembly in the welcome.

Let us welcome the newly baptized.

We welcome you into the body of Christ and into the mission we share: join us in giving thanks and praise to God and bearing God’s creative and redeeming word to all the world.

BLESSING AND DISMISSAL
The minister says:

Neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers,
nor things present, nor things to come,
nor powers, nor height, nor depth,
nor anything else in all creation,
will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus.

God, the creator, + Jesus, the Christ,
and the Holy Spirit, the comforter,
bless you and keep you in eternal love.
Amen.

Go in peace. Christ is with you.
Thanks be to God.

 

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TODAY we are the church at worship in our own homes!
 
When you are ready to worship: 
Click to open the worship video for the Third Sunday after Pentecost
FIND THESE RESOURCES ON PEACE’S WEBSITE: 
All of This Week’s Announcements are at www.peacelutheranlz.com
For Families with Children Today: Get ready for worship by opening  “10 Spiritual Activities for Families at Home” from www.peacelutheranlz.com and help your child(ren) join in today’s worship along with activities for the day.
Join the LIVE “Virtual Coffee Hour” today at 10:00am to connect with each other in conversation and checking in! Today we begin a book discussion of Dear Church by Lenny Duncan, through chapter 2. Come and go, stay as long as you like. Get the link on Peace website.
Here is a brief tutorial if you need some help on YouTube.
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Now is the Time to Worship 
VIDEO: Prelude
VIDEO: Welcome and Introduction to the Day        
 
VIDEO and JOIN IN: CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS  All may make the sign of the cross, the sign that is marked at baptism, as the presiding minister begins.
 
Blessed be the holy Trinity, + one God, whose steadfast love is everlasting, whose faithfulness endures from generation to generation. Amen. Trusting in the mercy of God, let us confess our sin.  (Silence is kept for reflection).
 
Reconciling God, we confess that we do not trust your abundance, and we deny your presence in our lives. We place our hope in ourselves and rely on our own efforts. We fail to believe that you provide enough for all. We abuse your good creation for our own benefit.  We fear difference and do not welcome others as you have welcomed us. We sin in thought, word, and deed.  By your grace, forgive us; through your love, renew us; and in your Spirit, lead us; so that we may live and serve you in newness of life. Amen.
 
Beloved of God, by the radical abundance of divine mercy we have peace with God through + Christ Jesus, through whom we have obtained grace upon grace. Our sins are forgiven. Let us live now in hope. For hope does not disappoint, because God's love has been poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit. Amen.
 
VIDEO AND SING ALONG: Canticle of Praise
     Cantor: This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia.
Worthy is Christ, the Lamb who was slain, whose blood set us free to be people of God. Power and riches and wisdom and strength, and honor and blessing and glory are his.
Refrain: This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia.
Sing with all the people of God and join in the hymn of all creation: Blessing and honor and glory and might be to God and the Lamb forever. Amen.
Final refrain: This is the feast of victory for our God, for the Lamb who was slain has begun his reign. Alleluia. Alleluia.
 
VIDEO AND SAY (Prayer of the day):
Teach us, good Lord God, to serve you as you deserve, to give and not to count the cost, to fight and not to heed the wounds, to toil and not to seek for rest, to labor and not to ask for reward, except that of knowing that we do your will, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.  Amen
 
VIDEO: Children’s Word
 
VIDEO:  First Reading:  Jeremiah 20:7-13
 
VIDEO AND READ ALONG RESPONSIVELY:  Psalm 69:7-10, 16-18
7Surely, for your sake I have suffered reproach, and shame has covered my face.
8I have become a stranger to my own kindred, an alien to my mother's children.
9Zeal for your house has eaten me up; the scorn of those who scorn you has fallen upon me.
10I humbled myself with fasting, but that was turned to my reproach.  
15Let not the torrent of waters wash over me, neither let the deep swallow me up;     do not let the pit shut its mouth upon me.
16Answer me, O LORD, for your love is kind; in your great compassion, turn to me.
17Hide not your face from your servant; be swift and answer me, for I am in distress.
18Draw near to me and redeem me; because of my enemies deliver me. 
 
VIDEO: Second Reading - Romans 6:1b-11
 
VIDEO: Gospel Acclamation 
 
VIDEO: Gospel - Matthew 10:24-39
 
VIDEO: Sermon:  The Summons
 
VIDEO & SING ALONG – Hymn of the Day: “All Are Welcome”  vs 1, 4, 5
 
Let us build a house where love can dwell and all can safely live, a place where saints and children tell how hearts learn to forgive.  Built of hopes and dreams and visions, rock of faith and vault of grace; here the love of Christ shall end divisions: All are welcome, all are welcome, all are welcome in this place.
 
Let us build a house where hands will reach beyond the wood and stone to heal and strengthen, serve and teach, and live the Word they’ve known. Here the outcast and the stranger bear the image of God’s face; let us bring an end to fear and danger: All are welcome, all are welcome, all are welcome in this place.
 
Let us build a house where all are named, their songs and visions heard and loved and treasured, taught and claimed as words within the Word.  Built of tears and cries and laughter, prayers of faith and songs of grace, let this house proclaim from floor to rafter: All are welcome, all are welcome, all are welcome in this place.
 
VIDEO & JOIN IN: APOSTLES' CREED
 
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father. and he will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,     the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen 
 
VIDEO: PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE   …Lord, in your mercy:  Hear our prayer
 
VIDEO: THE LORD’S PRAYER  Our Father, who art in heaven… 
 
VIDEO: Musical offering
 
How to give your offering now
Your friends and fellow members are sharing their gifts and talents to help us worship in this virtual setting. Through all that we are, all we say and all we do we endeavor to make Christ known. Please consider your contributions to the virtual offering plate we pass.  Send your offering through one of these 4 convenient methods:  Mail your check to church // Use your bank website “send-payment” feature // Go to PLC website www.peacelutheranlz.com and click on “make a donation” // Download and use the app we recommend: https://www.vancopayments.com/egiving/church-app
 
 VIDEO AND JOIN IN:  OFFERING PRAYER
God of goodness and growth, all creation is yours, and your faithfulness is as firm as the heavens. Nourish us through all the gifts you provide, that we might proclaim your steadfast love in our communities and in the world, through Jesus Christ, our strength and our song. Amen.
 
VIDEO: BLESSING
 
Neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus.  God, the creator, + Jesus, the Christ, and the Holy Spirit, the comforter, bless you and keep you in eternal love. Amen.
 
VIDEO AND SING ALONG:  “Will You Come and Follow Me” (vs 1,4,5) 
 
Will you come and follow me if I but call your name?  Well you go where you don’t know and never be the same?  Will you let my love be shown, will you let my name be known, will you let my life be grown in you and you in me? 
 
Will you love the you, you hide, if I but call your name?  Will you quell the fear inside and never be the same?  Will you use the faith you’ve found to reshape the world around, through my sight and touch and sound in you and you in me? 
 
Lord, your summons echoes true when you but call my name.  Let me turn and follow you and never be the same.  In your company I’ll go where your love and footsteps show.  Thus I’ll move and live and grow in you and you in me.
 
VIDEO: DISMISSAL
Go in peace. Christ is with you.
Thanks be to God.
 
VIDEO:  Announcements
 
THANK YOU
So much gratitude for everyone who has contributed to our worship today and in recent weeks.  The young and old, readers and musicians, and the technical help from a growing circle of Peace people is making this possible.  Find all of this week’s announcements in the Prints of Peace on the PLC website.   Allison Hearst, Office Admin: office@peacelutheranlz.com  /  Deacon Tracy Katschke: tracy@peacelutheranlz.com  /  Pastor Dale Ziemer: pastor@peacelutheranlz.com ​

​TODAY we are the church at worship in our own homes
Festival of the Holy Trinity!
When you are ready to worship:
Click to open the worship video for June
 
All of This Week’s Announcements are at www.peacelutheranlz.com  
For Families with Children Today: Get ready for worship by opening  “10 Spiritual Activities for Families at Home” from www.peacelutheranlz.com and help your child(ren) join in today’s worship along with activities for the day.

Here is a Brief tutorial if you need some help on YouTube.
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Now is the Time to Worship
VIDEO: Prelude
VIDEO: Welcome and Introduction to the Day         
VIDEO and JOIN IN: THANKSGIVING FOR BAPTISM
All may make the sign of the cross, the sign that is marked at baptism as we begin:
Alleluia! Christ is risen. Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia!
Joined to Christ in the waters of baptism, we are raised with him to new life. Let us give thanks for the gift of baptism.
We give you thanks, O God, for in the beginning you created us in your image and planted us in a well-watered garden. In the desert you promised pools of water for the parched, and you gave us water from the rock. When we did not know the way, you sent the Good Shepherd to lead us to still waters. At the cross, you watered us from Jesus' wounded side, and on this day, you shower us again with the water of life.
We praise you for your salvation through water, for the water of baptism, and for all water everywhere. Bathe us in your forgiveness, grace, and love. Satisfy the thirsty, and give us the life only you can give.
To you be given honor and praise through Jesus Christ our Lord in the unity of the Holy Spirit, now and forever. Amen.
VIDEO AND SING ALONG: Canticle of Praise
Cantor: This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia.
Worthy is Christ, the Lamb who was slain, whose blood set us free to be people of God. Power and riches and wisdom and strength, and honor and blessing and glory are his.
Refrain: This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia.
Sing with all the people of God and join in the hymn of all creation: Blessing and honor and glory and might be to God and the Lamb forever. Amen.
Final refrain: This is the feast of victory for our God, for the Lamb who was slain has begun his reign. Alleluia. Alleluia. 
VIDEO AND SAY (Prayer of the day):
God of heaven and earth, before the foundation of the universe and the beginning of time you are the triune God: Author of creation, eternal Word of salvation, life-giving Spirit of wisdom. Guide us to all truth by your Spirit, that we may proclaim all that Christ has revealed and rejoice in the glory he shares with us. Glory and praise to you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, now and forever.
Amen. 
VIDEO: Children’s Word 
VIDEO:  First Reading:  Genesis 1:1-2:4a
 
VIDEO AND READ ALONG RESPONSIVELY:  Psalm 8
 
O LORD our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!--
You whose glory is chanted above the heavens out of the mouths of infants and children; you have set up a fortress against your enemies, to silence the foe and avenger.
When I consider your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars you have set in their courses,
what are mere mortals that you should be mindful of them, human beings that you should care for them?  
Yet you have made them little less than divine; with glory and honor you crown them.
You have made them rule over the works of your hands; you have put all things under their feet:
all flocks and cattle, even the wild beasts of the field,
the birds of the air, the fish of the sea, and whatever passes along the paths of the sea.
O LORD our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!
 
VIDEO: Second Reading - 2 Corinthians 13:11-13
 
VIDEO: Gospel - Matthew 28:16-20
 
VIDEO:  Deacon Tracy Katschke - Sermon: “Sometimes there are no Words”
 
VIDEO & SING ALONG – Hymn of the Day: “God, Whose Almighty Word”
 
God, whose almighty word chaos and darkness heard and took their flight:  Hear us, we humble pray, and where the gospel day sheds not its glorious ray, let there be light!
 
Christ, who once came to bring, on your redeeming wing, healing and sight, health to the troubled mind, sight where illusions blind: oh, now to mankind let there be light!
 
Spirit of truth and love, life giving holy dove, speed forth your flight; move on the water's face bearing the lamp of grace, and in earth, far and wide let there be light!
 
Holy and blessed three, glorious Trinity, Wisdom, Love, Might: boundless as ocean's tide, in fullest pride, through the earth, far and wide, let there be light!
 
VIDEO & JOIN IN:  THE NICENE CREED
We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.
 
            We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God, eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from Light, true God from true God, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father; through him all things were made. For us and for our salvation he came down from heaven, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary and became truly human. For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in accordance with the scriptures; he ascended into heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom will have no end.
            We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic church. We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to come. Amen.
 
VIDEO: PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE   …Lord, in your mercy:  Hear our prayer
 
VIDEO: Musical Offering: “ I received the Living God”
 
 VIDEO AND JOIN IN:  OFFERING PRAYER
God of goodness and growth, all creation is yours, and your faithfulness is as firm as the heavens. Nourish us through all the gifts you provide, that we might proclaim your steadfast love in our communities and in the world, through Jesus Christ, our strength and our song. Amen.
 
How to give your offering now
Your friends and fellow members are sharing their gifts and talents to help us worship in this virtual setting. Through all that we are, all we say and all we do we endeavor to make Christ known. Please consider your contributions to the virtual offering plate we pass.  Send your offering through one of these 4 convenient methods:  Mail your check to church // Use your bank website “send-payment” feature // Go to PLC website www.peacelutheranlz.com and click on “make a donation” // Download and use the app we recommend: https://www.vancopayments.com/egiving/church-app

 
VIDEO AND JOIN IN: HOLY COMMUNION
The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
Lift up your hearts.
We lift them to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give our thanks and praise.
 
It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks and praise to you, almighty and merciful God.  For you have revealed your glory as the glory of your Son and of the Holy Spirit: three persons equal in majesty, undivided in splendor, yet one Lord, one God, ever to be worshipped and adored.  And so we your people join with those of every time and space who raise their voice in praise, with earth and sea and all their creatures, and with angels and archangels, cherubim and seraphim.  We praise your name and join their unending hymn:
 
VIDEO AND SING:
Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. Hosanna in the highest!
 
VIDEO: Words of Institution and Lord’s Prayer
 
In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks; broke it and gave it to his disciples, saying: Take and eat; this is my body, given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me.
 
Again after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks and gave it for all to drink, saying: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin.  Do this for the remembrance of me.”
 
O Lord God, bless us your servants and these your own gifts of bread and wine. May we and all who share in the body and blood of Christ be filled with grace, receive forgiveness of sins, and be formed to live as your body in the world.  To you, O God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, be all honor and glory, now and forever.  Amen.
 
Our Father, who art in heaven….  … forever and ever. Amen.
 
VIDEO: Take part in the sacrament now while you listen to “Lamb of God”
 
TAKE THE BREAD….Each one in your household taking a turn tearing off a piece of bread, and serving the person next to them with these words, “the body of Christ, given for you”.
TAKE THE CUP…..After all have received the bread, each one taking a turn serving the one next to them with the cup, saying these words, “the blood of Christ, shed for you”.
 
IF YOU ARE ALONE:
Take the bread and say “the body of Christ”
Then take the cup and say “the blood of Christ”
 
IF YOU OR ANOTHER IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD ARE NOT TAKING THE BREAD AND CUP, you may make the sign of the cross over yourself, or over the other and say, “the Lord Jesus bless you and love you forever.”
 
Lamb of God:  Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us. (repeat).  Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; grant us peace, grant us peace, Lamb of God.
  
VIDEO AND JOIN IN:  PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION, BLESSING
 
The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace.  Go in peace!  Amen!
 
Life-giving God, you have fed us with your word, and the eyes of our hearts are opened.  And through this meal you have opened us to your presence!  Send us forth to share the gifts of the Spirit with all in need; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
 
Neither death, nor life, nor angels, nor rulers, nor things present, nor things to come, nor powers, nor height, nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus. In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
 
 
VIDEO AND SING ALONG:  Closing Hymn “Come, Join the Dance of Trinity”
 
Come, join the dance of Trinity, before all worlds begun - the interweaving of the three, the Father, Spirit, Son.  The universe of space and time did not arise by chance, but as the Three, in love and hope, made room within their dance.
 
Within the dance of Trinity, before all worlds begun, we sing the praises of the Three, the Father, Spirit, Son. Let voices rise and interweave, by love and hope set free, to shape in song this joy, this life: the dance of Trinity.
 
VIDEO: DISMISSAL
Go in peace. Christ is with you.
Thanks be to God. Alleluia!
 
 VIDEO:  Announcements