Emmanuel Lutheran Church140 Cherry Avenue, NW, Warren, Ohio 44485

Pastor: The Rev. Eugene A. Koene Organist & Choirmaster: Dean C. Hunt

26 July 2020 + 8th SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST + 10:00 A.M. Legend: P =Presider C = Congregation A = Assistant/Lector

“HUSH, FOR GOD IS HERE”ORGAN VOLUNTARY

ALL MAY MAKE THE SIGN OF THE CROSS, THE SIGN MARKED AT BAPTISM; AS THE PRESIDING MINISTER BEGINS . (+)

+ CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS +(STAND)

P: In the name of the Father, and of the (+) Son, and of the Holy Spirit. C: AMEN. P: 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. C: AMEN. P: If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. But if we confess our sins, God who is faithful and just will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

PLEASE KNEEL, IF YOU ARE ABLE. SILENCE IS KEPT FOR REFLECTION

P: Gracious God,C: have mercy on us. We confess that we have turned from you, and given ourselves into the power of sin. We are truly sorry and humbly repent. In your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things we have done and things we have failed to do. Turn us again to youand uphold us by your Spirit, so that we may live and serve you in newness of life through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. C:AMEN.

P: May Almighty God have mercy on us, (+) forgive us all our sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, and bring us to everlasting life. C: AMEN.

THE GATHERING HYMN

P: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. C: And also with you. THE PRAYER OF THE DAY P: Beloved and sovereign God, through the death and resurrection of your Son you bring us into your kingdom of justice and mercy. By your Spirit, give us your wisdom, that we may treasure the life that comes from Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. C: AMEN.

THE ASSEMBLY SITS

+ LITURGY OF THE WORD + AFTER EACH READING: A: THE WORD OF THE LORD. C: THANKS BE TO GOD

THE FIRST READING I KINGS 3:5-12

PSALMODY PSALM 119:129-136 (CONGREGATION: BOLD PRINT)

Your decrees are wonderful; therefore I obey them with all my heart.

When your word goes forth it gives light; it gives understanding to the simple.

I open my mouth and pant; I long for your commandments.

Turn to me in mercy, as you always do to those who love your name.

Steady my footsteps in your word; let no iniquity have dominion over me.

Rescue me from those who oppress me,

and I will keep your commandments. Let your countenance shine upon your servant

and teach me your statutes. My eyes shed streams of tears,

because people do not keep your law.

THE SECOND READING ROMANS 8:26-39

THE GOSPEL MATTHEW 13:31-33, 44-52

Gospel Acclamation begins.

GOSPEL ANNOUNCEMENT

P: (+) The Holy Gospel according to Matthew the 13th chapter. (++)

C:

P: The Gospel of the Lord. C: After the Reading

THE SERMON “A TREASURE OF SUPREME VALUE” (Matthew 13:44-46; I Kings 3:5-12)

►After the sermon a musical reflection will be played.◄

THE HYMN OF THE DAY

PROFESSION OF FAITH 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.

THE PRAYERS OF INTERCESSIONPrayers and Intercessions – Form 1

A: Let us pray for the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, and for all people according to their needs.

A: For the holy Church of God, that she may be filled with truth and love, and be found without fault at the day of your coming, Lord, in your mercy:C: Hear our prayer.

A: For Elizabeth our Presiding Bishop, for Abraham the Bishop of our Synod; for all bishops, pastors, deacons, and teachers of the Church; and for all the faithful, Lord, in your mercy:C: Hear our prayer.

A: For all who fear God and believe in you, Lord Christ, that our divisions may cease, and that all may be one, even as you and the Father are one, Lord, in your mercy:C: Hear our prayer.

A: For the mission of the Church, that in faithful witness she may preach the Gospel to the ends of the earth, Lord, in your mercy:C: Hear our prayer.

A: For those who do not yet believe, and for those who have lost their faith, that they may receive the light of the Gospel, Lord, in your mercy:C: Hear our prayer.

A: For the peace of the world, that a spirit of respect and forbearance may grow among nations and peoples, Lord, in your mercy:C: Hear our prayer.

A: For those in positions of public trust: for our President, our Governor, the Mayor of our city, our legislators, judges, magistrates and officers of the law; that they may serve justice, provide protection, and promote the dignity and freedom of every person, Lord, in your mercy:C: Hear our prayer.

A: For a blessing upon all human labor, and the right use of the riches of creation, that the world may be freed from famine and disaster, Lord, in your mercy:C: Hear our prayer.

A: For the poor, the persecuted, the sick, and all who suffer; for refugees, asylum-seekers, prisoners, and all who are in danger; that they

may be relieved and protected, Lord, in your mercy: C: Hear our prayer.

A: For this congregation, for those who are present and those who are absent, that we may be delivered from hardness of heart, and show forth your glory in all that we do,Lord, in your mercy: C: Hear our prayer

A: For all who have commended themselves to our prayers; for our families, friends, and neighbors; and for those who have no one to pray for them; that, being freed from anxiety, they may live in joy, peace, and health, Lord, in your mercy:C: Hear our prayer..

A: For all the prayers, needs, and concerns of our hearts, whether we voice them aloud or silently … (the people may add their petitions …) Lord, in your mercy:C: Hear our prayer.

A: For all who have died in the communion of the Church (especially … ) and for those whose faith is known to you alone, that with all the saints, they may have rest in that place where there is no pain or grief, but life eternal, Lord, in your mercy:C: Hear our prayer.

P: (Summary Prayer)C: Amen.

C:Amen.C: THE LORD’S PRAYER (TRADITIONAL FORM) OUR FATHER….

PRAYER OF SPIRITUAL COMMUNION

P: Lord Jesus, you call to yourself all who labor and are heavy-laden, to refresh them and to give rest to their souls. We earnestly desire to experience your love at the heavenly feast you have prepared for your people on earth. As we are not able on this day to be gathered at your Table, may we receive you into our hearts by faith, trusting the word of your promise, that “those who love me will keep my word, and my Father will love them, and will come to them and make our home with them.”Strengthen our faith, increase our love and hope; and after this life grant us a place at your heavenly table, where we shall eat of the eternal manna, and drink of the river of your pleasure forevermore. Hear us for your own Name’s sake. C: AMEN.

THE BENEDICTION P: 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. C: AMEN.

THE HYMN IN RECESSION

THE DISMISSAL

P: Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.C: Thanks be to God.

THE ORGAN VO LUNTARY DEAN C. HUNT

[ Copyrighted element(s)] [Copyright notice].Used by permission of Augsburg Fortress,

License # 14132 - LIT