Sunday Worship - June 28, 2020

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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