Welcome to trinity

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Sharing In God’s love

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26th Sunday after Pentecost,

17th November 2013

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Service with CommunionSimplified Spoken Form

This Service is a revision of the “Simplified form of the communion service”Released by the LCA Commission on Worship

in 1989.7

Quiet time

for prayer

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Opening sentence

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M: The Lord says: I am about to create new heavens and a new earth; C: the former things shall not be remembered or come to mind.

(Isa 65:17 NRSV)

PREPARATION

M: In the name of the Father and of the Son † and of the Holy Spirit.

C: Amen

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We sing our opening hymn:

Comfort, comfort all my people

LHS 732 CAL293Based on Isaiah 40: 1-5

Robin Mann 1949- (1975)11


Comfort, comfort all my peoplewith the comfort of my Word.Speak it tender to my people:All your sins are taken away.

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1. Though your tears be rivers running,

though your tears be an ocean full,though you cry with the hurt of

living:comfort, comfort. »

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Every valley shall be lifted,every mountain shall be low,every rough place will be smoother:comfort, comfort: »

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2. Though your eyes see only darkness,

though your eyes can see no light,though your eyes see pain and

sorrow:comfort, comfort. »

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Every night will have its morning,every pain will have an end,every burden will be lightened:comfort, comfort: »

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CONFESSION AND ABSOLUTION

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M: Friends in Christ: let us draw near to God our Father with a true heart to confess our sins, and ask him in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to forgive us.

Confession and absolutionC: We confess that we are born in bondage 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 failed to do. »

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Confession and absolutionWe have not loved you with our whole heart, and we have not loved our neighbour as ourselves. We deserve your eternal punishment. For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. »

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Confession and absolutionForgive 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.

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CONFESSION AND ABSOLUTION

M: Upon your confession, as a called and ordained servant of the word, I announce the grace of God to all of you. On behalf of my Lord Jesus Christ, and by his command, I forgive the sins of all of you who repent and believe, in the name of the Father and of the Son † and of the Holy Spirit.

Peace be with you.C: Amen.

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Liturgy of the WORD

greeting

M: The Lord be with you.C: And also with you.

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PRAYER OF THE DAY M: Let us pray to be ready for Christ's

return. C: Help us, Lord Jesus Christ, to wait for you, to wish for you, and to watch for you, so that when you come again you will find us ready.

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PRAYER OF THE DAY For you live and reign with the Father

and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

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FIRST READINGR: The first reading for the 2nd last

Sunday of the Church Year is written in chapter sixty five of Isaiah beginning at verse seventeen.

Isaiah 65:17-25 CEVGod's glorious new creation

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Isaiah 65:17-2517I am creating new heavens and a

new earth; everything of the past will be forgotten.

18Celebrate and be glad forever! I am creating a Jerusalem, full of happy people.

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Isaiah 65:17-2519I will celebrate with Jerusalem and all

of its people; there will be no more crying or sorrow in that city. 20No child will die in infancy; everyone will live to a ripe old age. Anyone a hundred years old will be considered young, and to die younger than that will be considered a curse.

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Isaiah 65:17-2521My people will live in the houses they

build; they will enjoy grapes from their own vineyards. 22No one will take away their homes or vineyards.

• My chosen people will live to be as old as trees, and they will enjoy what they have earned.

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Isaiah 65:17-2523Their work won't be wasted, and their

children won't die of dreadful diseases. I will bless their children and their grandchildren.

24I will answer their prayers before they finish praying.

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Isaiah 65:17-2525Wolves and lambs will graze

together; lions and oxen will feed on straw. Snakes will eat only dirt! They won't bite or harm anyone on my holy mountain.

I, the LORD, have spoken! This is the Word of the Lord.C: Thanks be to God.

Psalm: Isaiah 12 CEV

R: The Psalm is Isaiah Chapter twelve.R: At that time you will say, "I thank you,

LORD! You were angry with me, but you stopped

being angry and gave me comfort. C: 2I trust you to save me, LORD God,

and I won't be afraid. My power and my strength come from

you, and you have saved me.” 34


R: 3With great joy, you people will get water from the well of victory.

C: 4At that time you will say, "Our LORD, we are thankful, and we worship only you.

We will tell the nations how glorious you are and what you have done.

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R: 5Because of your wonderful deeds we will sing your praises everywhere on earth."

C: 6Sing, people of Zion! Celebrate the greatness of the holy

LORD of Israel. God is here to help you. »

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C: Glory to the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit

As it was in the beginning is now and will be forever. Amen.

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Second readingR: The second reading is written in

chapter three of 2nd Thessalonians beginning at verse six.

2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 CEVThe obligation to work

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2 Thessalonians 3:6-136My dear friends, in the name of the

Lord Jesus, I beg you not to have anything to do with any of your people who loaf around and refuse to obey the instructions we gave you.

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2 Thessalonians 3:6-137 You surely know that you should follow

our example. We didn't waste our time loafing, 8and

we didn't accept food from anyone without paying for it. We didn't want to be a burden to any of you, so night and day we worked as hard as we could.

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2 Thessalonians 3:6-139We had the right not to work, but we

wanted to set an example for you. 10We also gave you the rule that if you don't work, you don't eat.

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2 Thessalonians 3:6-139We had the right not to work, but we

wanted to set an example for you. 10We also gave you the rule that if you don't work, you don't eat.

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2 Thessalonians 3:6-1311Now we learn that some of you just

loaf around and won't do any work, except the work of a busybody. 12So, for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ, we ask and beg these people to settle down and start working for a living. 13Dear friends, you must never become tired of doing right.

This is the word of the Lord.C: Thanks be to God.

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C: Alleluia, alleluia.Jesus said: Now when these things

begin to take place, stand up and raise your heads,

because your redemption is drawing near.

Alleluia. (Luke 21:28 NRSV)

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gospelM: The Holy Gospel is written in

chapter twenty one of the Gospel according to St Luke beginning at verse five.

C: Glory be to You O Lord.•

Luke 21:5-19 CEVSigns of the end of the age

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Luke 21:5-195Some people were talking about the

beautiful stones used to build the temple and about the gifts that had been placed in it. Jesus said, 6"Do you see these stones? The time is coming when not one of them will be left in place. They will all be knocked down.”

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Luke 21:5-197Some people asked, "Teacher, when

will all this happen? How can we know when these things are about to take place?"

8Jesus replied: Don't be fooled by those who will come

and claim to be me. They will say, "I am Christ!" and "Now is the time!" But don't follow them.

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Luke 21:5-199When you hear about wars and riots,

don't be afraid. These things will have to happen first, but that isn't the end. 10Nations will go to war against one another, and kingdoms will attack each other. 11There will be great earthquakes, and in many places people will starve to death and suffer terrible diseases.

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Luke 21:5-19All sorts of frightening things will be

seen in the sky. 12Before all this happens, you will be

arrested and punished. You will be tried in your meeting places and put in jail. Because of me you will be placed on trial before kings and governors.

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Luke 21:5-1913But this will be your chance to tell

about your faith. 14Don't worry about what you will say to

defend yourselves. 15I will give you the wisdom to know what to say. None of your enemies will be able to oppose you or to say that you are wrong.

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Luke 21:5-1916You will be betrayed by your own

parents, brothers, family, and friends. Some of you will even be killed. 17Because of me, you will be hated by everyone. 18But don't worry! 19You will be saved by being faithful to me.

This is the Gospel of the Lord.C: Praise be to You O Christ.

Prayer after gospelM: Lord Jesus, thank you for promising

to be with us when we face times of trial.

Help us not to be afraid, but to stand firm.

C: Amen.

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APOSTLES’ CREED

C: I believe in God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth.

APOSTLE’S CREED

And in Jesus Christ, his only Son our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried. He descended into hell. The third day he rose again from the dead.

APOSTLES’ CREED

He ascended into heaven, and sits at the right hand of God, the Father almighty, from thence he will come to judge the living and the dead.

APOSTLES’ CREED

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy christian* church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen

*or: ‘catholic’ here means ‘universal’

We sing:

Sun of righteousness divinev.1,3,5,7

LH 185 CAL293vv1,6 Christian David 1691-1751

vv2,4,5 Christian Gottlob Barth 1799-1862vv3,7 Johann Christian Nehring 1671-1736

Tr. O E Thiele, alt57

Sun of righteousness divine1. Sun of righteousness divine,in these days of darkness shine;dawn upon your church, we pray,that the world may greet your

day.Have mercy, Lord.

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Sun of righteousness divine3. Make our sad divisions cease,bring us harmony and peace.Shepherd, gather lovingly,all the sheep who've gone astray.Have mercy, Lord.

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Sun of righteousness divine5. Give your pastors hope and

love,faith and courage from above.When they sow the seed in tears,give them joy as fruit appears.Have mercy, Lord.

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Sun of righteousness divine6. Let us all, in these our days,see your glory, sing your praise.Strengthen us by your great

might,help us bravely fight our fight.Have mercy, Lord.

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Sun of righteousness divine7. Glory, honour, praise, and

mightbe to you, eternal light;Lord, the blessed Three in One,make us one in you alone.Have mercy, Lord.

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Sermon

hymnWe Sing as our freewill offering is

received:

Praise and thanksgiving

LHS 811 CAL293Albert Frederick Bayly 1901

Praise and thanksgiving1. Praise and thanksgivingFather, we offer,for all things livingyou have made good;harvest of sown fields,fruits of the orchard,hay from the mown fields,blossom and wood.

Praise and thanksgiving2. Lord, bless the labourwe bring to serve you,that with our neighbourwe may be fed.Sowing or tilling,we would work with you;harvesting, milling,• for daily bread.

Praise and thanksgiving3. Father, providingfood for your children,your wisdom guidingteaches us shareone with another,so that rejoicingwith us, our brothermay know your care.

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Offering prayer

C: Great and merciful God, help us not to get tired of doing what is right, but to give of ourselves in serving you and helping others. Amen.

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PRAYER OF THE CHURCHCall to prayer

M: Jesus reminded us that for as long as this world continues, there will be all kinds of disaster and trouble. In his name, let us pray to our Father in heaven for all the people of the world.

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PRAYER OF THE CHURCHThe response,

M: Lord, hear our prayer,C: and come to save us.Concluding prayer

M: Lord God, you care for us so much that you have promised that not a hair on our heads will perish as we face the trials and tribulations of this world.

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PRAYER OF THE CHURCHGive us true faith in you, and trust that you will hear and answer our prayers. We ask this in the name of your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.C: Amen.

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LITURGY OF THE

LORD'S SUPPER

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PREFACE

M: The Lord be with you.C: And also with you.M: Lift up your hearts.C: We lift them to the Lord.M: Let us give thanks to the Lord

our God.C: It is right to give our thanks

and praise.

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PREFACE

M: It is indeed right and good, Lord God, holy Father, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks to you, through Jesus Christ our Lord. On this day he overcame death by his resurrection and opened up for us the way to eternal life with you.

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PREFACE

And so, with angels and archangels,

and with all the company of heaven, we adore and praise your glorious name:

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HOLY, HOLY, HOLYC: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of

power and might;Heaven and earth are full of your

glory.

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LORD’S PRAYERC: 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. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

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LORD’S PRAYER

C: For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.

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WORDS OF INSTITUTIONM: Our Lord Jesus Christ, on the night when he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, and said: Take and eat; this is † my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.

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WORDS OF INSTITUTIONM: In the same way he took the cup, after the supper, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, Drink of it, all of you; this is † my blood of the new covenant, which is shed for you for the forgiveness of sins. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.

COMMUNION INVITATIONM: As often as you eat this bread and

drink the cup, you proclaim the Lord's death until he

comes.C: Thanks be to God.M: Come, everything is ready.

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LAMB OF God C: Lamb of God, you take away the

sin of the world;have mercy on us.

Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world;

have mercy on us.Lamb of God, you take away the

sin of the world;grant us peace.

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During the distribution the Minister or his assistant says:

Take and eat, this is the body of Christ, given for you.

Take and drink, this is the blood of Christ, shed for you for the forgiveness of sins.

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DISMISSAL

M: The body of our Lord Jesus Christ and his precious blood strengthen and preserve you in body and soul to life eternal. Go in peace.†

C: Amen.

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POST-COMMUNION PrayerC: Lord Jesus Christ,

as we have proclaimed your death by eating this bread and drinking this cup,

help us to wait for you, to wish for you, and to watch for you, so that when you come again you will

find us ready.

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POST-COMMUNION PrayerFor you live and reign with the Father

and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

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CONCLUSION : BLESSINGM: 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 favour,† and give you peace. C: Amen.

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DISMISSAL

M: Go in peace, and stand firm in the Lord.

C: In the name of Christ. Amen.

We Sing our closing hymn:

Sent out by God’s blessing

LHS 844 CAL293Omer Westendorf 1916 - , alt.

Sent out by God’s blessing1. Sent out by God’s blessing, our true faith confessing,the people of God from his dwelling take leave.The supper is ended; O now be extendedthe fruits of this service in all who believe. »

Sent out by God’s blessingThe seed of his teaching, receptive souls reaching,shall blossom in action for God and for all.His grace did invite us, his love shall unite usto work for God’s kingdom and answer his call.

Sent out by God’s blessing2. With praise and thanksgiving to God ever-living,the tasks of our everyday life we will face.Our faith ever sharing, in love ever caring,embracing his children of each tribe and race. »

Sent out by God’s blessingWith your feast you feed us, with your light now lead us;unite us as one in this life that we share.Then may all the living with praise and thanksgivinggive honour to Christ and his name that we bear. †

Go in peace, and stand firm

in the Lord. Please stay a while and have a cuppaand chat with us.

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