Worship 10:30 Transfiguration of Our Lord February 19, 2012
The Sundays after Epiphany began with Jesus' baptism and end with three disciples' vision of his transfiguration. In Mark's story of Jesus' baptism, apparently only Jesus sees the Spirit descending and hears the words from heaven. But now Jesus' three closest friends hear the same words naming him God's beloved son. As believers, Paul writes, we are enabled to see the God-light in Jesus' face, because the same God who created light in the first place has shone in our hearts to give us that vision. The light of God's glory in Jesus has enlightened us through baptism and shines in us also for others to see.
GATHERING_ The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God.___________________________
CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS
Blessed be the holy Trinity, + one God, who spoke light into creation, who calls us to listen and follow, who sends us to shine like stars. Amen.
Let us come before God, confessing our sin.
(Silence is kept for reflection.)
Holy and merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against our sisters and brothers and against you. We cherish the values of this world. We cause others to stumble. The earth is wounded by our excess. Have mercy, O God. Forgive us, renew us, and raise us up on eagles' wings, that we may do your will with courage and delight. Amen.
Hear the voice from heaven: "You are my own, my beloved." God gives power to the weary and strengthens the powerless. Be cleansed, be healed, for in the name of + Jesus Christ, I declare to you the forgiveness of your sins and the revealing of God's reign. Amen.
Processional Hymn “How Good, Lord, to Be Here” ELW # 315
The grace of Jesus Christ, the mercy of the Holy One, and the Spirit of the living God be with you all.…………..And also with you.
Kyrie: “Have mercy on us, Lord…” ELW p. 138
Hymn of Praise: “Glory to God in the Highest” ELW p. 139
The Prayer of the Day:
Almighty God, the resplendent light of your truth shines from the mountaintop into our hearts. Transfigure us by your beloved Son, and illumine the world with your image, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen
Words of Welcome and News of the Family of Faith
WORD God speaks to us in scripture readings, preaching, and song._
Today’s reading centers on the transfer of power and authority from the prophet Elijah to Elisha. Their travels, which retrace the path of Joshua back to Moab (the place where Moses died) and the parting of the waters, demonstrate that Elisha and Elijah are legitimate successors of the great prophet Moses..
The First Reading: 2 Kings 2:1-12
Gospel Acclamation ”Alleluia. Lord to Whom Shall We Go?” ELW p. 140
The Holy Gospel according to Mark 9:2-9 Glory to you, O Lord.
The Reading of the Gospel
The Gospel of the Lord………Praise to you, O Christ
The Sermon The Flower Show Pastor Craig Herrick
Hymn of the Day ”Christ, Be Our Light” ELW # 715
We Pass the Peace The peace of the Lord be with you all. And also with you.
MEAL____God feeds us with the presence of Jesus Christ________________________________________
Our Tithes, Offerings, and the Gift of the Barnabas Ministry will be received at this time
Anthem “Do Not I Love Thee, O My Lord?” Craig Curry
Offertory ”Let the Vineyards Be Fruitful” ELW # 182
The Prayers of the church, including names and personal petitions and the Offering Prayer
Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great
Merciful God, as grains of wheat scattered upon the hills were gathered together to become one bread, so let your church be gathered together from the ends of the earth into your kingdom, for yours is the glory through Jesus Christ, now and forever. Amen.
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
The Prayer of Thanksgiving “The Lord be with you” ELW Page 144
“And also with you”
“Holy, Holy, Holy” ELW page 144
The Lord’s Prayer “Our Father….”
The Communion ”Lamb of God” ELW page 146
The Communion will be continuous and by intinction at the Font.
We’ll come to you if traveling is a problem. Let the usher know of your need.
Come to the table prepared before you. Taste of God’s goodness and mercy.
Communion Hymn: “Beautiful Savior ELW # 838
Post-Communion Canticle: “Thankful Hearts and Voices Raise” ELW # 206
Prayer After Communion:
Everlasting God, we bless you that you have brought us to the mountaintop and fed us with the life and light of your Son. Send us in his name from this place to bring light into dark corners, healing where lives are torn, and nourishment to every hungry heart, in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
SENDING God Blesses us and sends us in mission to the world. ___________________
Blessing
God the Father, light-creator; God the Son, Light from Light; and God the Holy Spirit, light-revealer, bless you and + give you peace. Amen.
Recessional Hymn “I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light” ELW # 815
Dismissal Go in peace. Share the good news.……………….Thanks be to God.
Transfiguration of Our Lord
February 19, 2012
First English Lutheran Church
501 James Street
Syracuse, NY 13203
(315) 471-1678
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