Building and nurturing a faith community through Worshiping, Welcoming, Growing, and Serving.
St. John’s is a worshiping community for everyone. Whether this is your first time here or if you
have lost count, thank you for coming! Communion is served weekly at St. John’s, and all are
welcome to receive it; wine, grape juice, and gluten-free wafers are available. Following the
service, coffee, doughnuts, and spritely conversation can be found in the fellowship hall.
Welcome!
May 14, 2017
Armstrong/Andrews
Welcome
Hymn
This Little Light of Mine
This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine
This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine
This little light of mine, I’m gonna let it shine
Let it shine, let it shine, let it shine
Barbary Coast
...with Christ
Your Best is Yet to Come
...with each other
Prelude
Relationships...with the world around us
Fifth Sunday of Easter
GROWING
Welcome to Worship at St. John’s!
A Year of Growing
...in faith
WELCOME!
Greeting
God is here for you.
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, the communion of the Holy Spirit be
with you all. And also with you.
If you have a prayer of
celebration or concern
that you would like
included in the prayers,
please complete the
white card located in
the pew rack and place
it in the offering plate
during the offering.
FRIENDS—Welcome!
Thank you for
worshiping at St.
John’s today.
You are welcome to
participate in every
part of the worship
service, including Holy
Communion.
If you would like more
information about this
congregation and its
ministry in the world,
please ask!
You’re also welcome
to fill out a white
Fellowship Card in
your pew rack and
place it in the offering
plate.
Confession and Forgiveness
In the name of the Father, and of the ☩ Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are
hid: cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may
perfectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
Amen.
Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another. Most merciful God,
we confess that we are captive to sin and cannot free ourselves. We have sinned
against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done and by what we have
left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our
neighbors as ourselves. For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us.
Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in your will and walk in your
ways, to the glory of your holy name.
Amen.
God, who is rich in mercy, loved us even when we were dead in sin, and made us alive
together with Christ. By grace you have been saved. In the name of ☩Jesus Christ, your sins
are forgiven. Almighty God strengthen you with power through the Holy Spirit, that Christ
may live in your hearts through faith.
Amen.
Prayer of the Day
Lord of all, in Jesus you have made us all sisters and brothers in Christ. There is no
distinction between Gentile and Jew. There is no separation that can remove any from
fellowship in Christ’s community. Blind us to our differences so that in unity we may
proclaim your truth to all, for the sake of Jesus Christ in whom there is harmony and
peace. Amen.
Special Music
How Great Thou Art
Barbary Coast
A Year of Growing
Children are welcome to
come forward for a word
from the pastor. Afterwards they are welcome to
return to their seats with
you or go to the nursery
with a Nursery Attendant.
Nursery care is offered for
children up to age 6. Also,
activity bags are available
in the narthex (entry).
A Word for Children
Today’s Nursery
Attendants are:
Sarah Bartell
Dustin Olson
The Reading:
The Nursery TODAY
will be on first floor in
the Toddler Room
(door across from lounge
in the Child Care
entrance hallway).
Signs are posted
downstairs.
Special Music
...in
...in our
our relationships
relationships
Psalm 16:8-11 (read responsively by verse)
I keep the LORD always before me;
because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved.
Therefore my heart is glad, and my soul rejoices;
my body also rests secure.
For you do not give me up to Sheol,
or let your faithful one see the Pit.
You show me the path of life.
In your presence there is fullness of joy;
in your right hand are pleasures forevermore.
Acts 15:1-18
Pew Bible p. 899
The Word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
Sermon
Pastor Mark
Love Lifted Me
Barbary Coast
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.
Prayers of the Church
Lord in your mercy,
Hear our prayer.
Coming next week:
Galatians 1:13-17; 2:11-21
Sharing of the Peace
The peace of Christ be with you always.
And also with you.
A Year of Growing
The Offering is an
important part of
Christian worship; a
moment when we
share God’s abundance
by giving back to God
what God has first
given to us: our selves,
time, talents, and
finances.
Thank you for all the
ways you live by God’s
grace, sharing from
what you have to
empower the mission
and ministry to which
God has called us as St.
John’s Lutheran
Church.
Offering
Offering Hymn
...in our relationships
What a Friend We Have in Jesus
Barbary Coast
Offering Prayer
Blessed are you, O Lord our God, maker of all things. Through your goodness you
have blessed us with these gifts. With them we offer ourselves to your service and
dedicate our lives to the care and redemption of all that you have made, for the sake of
him who gave himself for us, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
The Great Thanksgiving
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.
The Words of Institution
The Lord’s Prayer
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done,
on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins as we forgive
those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For
the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen.
Invitation to Communion
Come to the banquet, for all is now ready for you.
Communion Distribution
Post Communion Blessing
Prayer after Communion
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 our Lord. Amen.
A Year of Growing
WORSHIP LEADERS
Presiding Minister:
Mark Tiede
Assisting Minister:
Eleanor Willette (read)
Elizabeth Roe (communion)
Special Music:
Barbary Coast Dixieland
Band
Communion Preparer:
Elizabeth Roe
Ushers:
Jim & Cindy Gambucci
Nursery:
Sarah Bartell
Dustin Olson
Coffee Servers:
Oly & Julie Stromberg
Counters:
Bob Holden
JoAnn Christoferson
CHURCH COUNCIL
President:
Steve Dosdall
Vice President:
Jennifer Belz,
Interim Secretary:
Jennifer Burdick
Interim Treasurer:
Allan Ferguson
Members-at-Large:
Bonnie Conrad
Jack Hurbanis
Sean Stagg
Oly Stromberg
Sarah Tellijohn
Eric Willette
...our reach
Announcements
The Benediction
The Lord bless you and keep you, the Lord make His face shine upon you with grace and
mercy, the Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace. In the name of the Father,
Son and the Holy Spirit.. Amen.
Sending Hymn
When the Saints Go Marching In
Barbary Coast
Dismissal
Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
Postlude
By and By
Barbary Coast
From Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2015 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission under
Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License #23700.
New Revised Standard Version Bible, copyright 1989, Division of Christian Education of the National Council of the Churches
of Christ in the United States of America. Used by permission. All rights reserved.
BARBARY COAST
St. John’s is thrilled to be hosting The Barbary Coast Dixieland Band this morning in
worship! The band has been together since 1967. Elected to the Minnesota Music Hall of
Fame in 2001 and rated among the finest entertainers in the Midwest, the band has played
everywhere from the Mississippi paddle wheel boats and the Minnesota State Fair, to
Nagasaki, Japan.
The band is made up of six talented musicians who play 18 instruments. Led by left-handed
banjo/guitar player Dick Petersen, the band includes Tom Andrews on drums, clarinet, and
vocals; Jim ten Bensel on trombone, cornet/trumpet, and vocals; Russ Peterson on trumpet,
trombone, sax, clarinet, flute, bass, and vocals; Steve Pikal on bass and trombone; and Art
Katzman on trombone. This group of versatile musicians, who occasionally swap instruments
on stage without missing a note, will have your feet tappin’ from their very first set!
Join us for…
MUSIC SUNDAY
at St. John’s
May 21, 2017
10AM Worship
with St. John’s Brass, Big Choir & Handbell Choir
11:30AM Celebratory Potluck
in fellowship hall and/or on church lawn
Bring a dish to share, or just come!
2PM Fauré Requiem concert
featuring St. John’s Oratorio Chorus,
instrumentalists & soloists
Samuel Grace, conductor
Reception to follow ~ Free childcare available
Our Growing Life Together
CALENDAR:
Today:
11:00 a.m.
11:15 a.m.
6:30 p.m.
Monday, May 15
5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, May 17
5:15 p.m.
6:00 p.m.
6:30 p.m.
6:45 p.m.
7:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 18
8:30 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
5:30 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
7:00 p.m.
Friday, May 19
6:30 p.m.
Saturday, May 20
9:00 a.m.
Next Sunday, May 21
9:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.
11:00 a.m.
2:00 p.m.
ST JOHN’S STAFF
Event:
Fellowship Hour; Everyone Welcome!
CAN Committee
Oratorio Chorus Rehearsal
Location:
Fellowship Hall
Lounge
Sanctuary
TRUST Youth Leaders Meeting
Lounge
Confirmation
Bells Rehearsal
Bible Study w/Pastor Mark
Brass Rehearsal
Big Choir Rehearsal
Lounge
Sanctuary
Lounge
Sanctuary
Fellowship Hall
Toolbox Brigade
Bible Study w/Pastor Mark
ECFE Class
Congregation Council
Oratorio Chorus Dress Rehearsal
Ramsey Backpack Delivery
Metropolitan Boys Choir Rehearsal
Custodial Office
Lounge
FH/Lounge
Chapel
Sanctuary
Chapel/FH
Ann Paulson
Metropolitan Boys Choir Rehearsal
Easter 6 [Galatians 1:13-17; 2:11-21]
Sunday School
Worship - ‘Music Sunday’
Fellowship/Potluck
Fauré Requiem Concert; Reception following
Chapel/FH
Tina Shear
Upper Room
Sanctuary
Fellowship Hall
Sanctuary/FH
MUSIC SERIES DONATIONS will be due by Wednesday, May 17, if you would like your
name/gift designation listed in the Fauré concert program. Thanks!
A POTLUCK IS PLANNED for next Sunday, May 21 between our 'Music Sunday' worship
and St. John's Oratorio Chorus' performance of the Fauré Requiem at 2 p.m. All are welcome to
attend the potluck - bring a dish to share, or just come! The day’s musicians will be invited.
Please let Jennifer Burdick or Jennifer Belz know if you can help with set up/clean up.
“MEET AND GREET WITH PASTOR MARK” on Thursday, May 25, 6:00 p.m. will be an
informal gathering open to all people curious about St. John’s and its ministries who might want
to get to know our pastor and meet others who are also curious about this congregation. The
invitation into membership is being offered, with June 4 as a possible date for receiving new
members wanting to be a part of St. John’s work in the world.
CAN YOU HELP? Mike Lee, husband of Lori Johnson, is recovering from a serious accident.
He and his family could use your help with a meal. To offer help, retype in google (or click on)
this link https://www.mealtrain.com/trains/4dqly2 and it will bring you to Mike’s ‘Meal Train’
page. Select a date and follow the prompts to create an account and tell them what you will be
providing. No internet? Call or stop by the church office and Ann or Pastor Mark will help you.
Help with rides to appointments may also be needed for a while.
ST. JOHN’S BOOK CLUB has chosen Jodi Picoult's newest book, Small Great Things, as the
next to read and discuss. It tackles prejudice, race, privilege, and social justice. A next meeting
date is yet to be decided. Please contact Jennifer Burdick with any questions—651-636-0899 or
[email protected]. Happy reading!
Pastor:
Mark A. Tiede
Dir. of Worship & Music:
Samuel Grace
Office Assistant:
Ann Paulson
Bookkeeper:
Nicole Vaughn
Custodians:
Joseph Sahai
Matthew Bell
Jon Dosdall
Day
Night
Weekend
Organist:
Peder Flaten
Accompanist:
Dir. of Child Care Center
Chi Rho Camp Manager
Dave Helm
MINISTRY TEAMS
Administration
Child Care Center
Children, Youth &
Family
Community &
Neighborhood
Facilities
Foundation
Chi Rho
Membership
Music Series
Stewardship
Worship
Website:
www.stjohnsmpls.org
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Contact:
communications@stjohns
mpls.org; 612-827-4406