The Resurrection of our Lord Easter Sunday

Service of Word and Sacrament March 27, 2016

Gathering The Holy Spirit gathers us to worship.

PRELUDE Cortège et Litanie Marcel Dupré

P: Alleluia! Christ is risen! C: He is risen indeed! Alleluia! OPENING HYMN Alleluia! Sing to Jesus ELW 392

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. In the mercy of almighty God, Jesus Christ was given to die for us, and for his sake God forgives

us all our sins. As a called and ordained minister of the church of Christ, and by his authority, I

therefore declare to you the entire forgiveness of all your sins, in the name of the Father, and of the

☩ Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.

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GREETING

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with

you all. And also with you.

KYRIE

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HYMN OF PRAISE

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PRAYER OF THE DAY Let us together pray. Holy Lord Jesus, on this day we rejoice in your glory and stand in awe of

how you have transformed this world with your dying and your rising. Receive our joyful

praise. Alleluia! Amen.

Word God speaks to us in scriptures read, sung, and preached. A WORD FOR CHILDREN THE READING Mark 16:1-8 Pew Bible p. 829 Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. SERMON

HYMN OF THE DAY Jesus Christ Is Risen Today ELW 365 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. SHARING OF THE PEACE The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you.

OFFERING Jesus Christ the Apple Tree Elizabeth Poston

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OFFERING HYMN

OFFERING PRAYER Let us together pray. God of all creation, all you have made is good, and your love endures forever. You bring forth bread from the earth and fruit from the vine. Nourish us with these gifts, that we might be for the world signs of your gracious presence in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Meal Christ is present to give forgiveness, life, and salvation. THE GREAT THANKSGIVING

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THE PROPER PREFACE

It is indeed right, our duty and our joy…and join their unending hymn:

HOLY, HOLY, HOLY

THE WORDS OF INSTITUTION

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. LAMB OF GOD

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BELL ANTHEM Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah arr. Linda Lamb

COMMUNION HYMN Now the Green Blade Rises ELW 379

POST-COMMUNION BLESSING

PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION Let us pray. O God, we give you thanks that you have set before us this feast, the body and blood of your Son. By your Spirit strengthen us to serve all in need and to give ourselves away as bread for the hungry, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Sending God blesses us and sends us to serve. ANNOUNCEMENTS

BLESSING

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 Now All the Vault of Heaven Resounds ELW 367

DISMISSAL Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God. POSTLUDE Festival Voluntary Flor Peeters

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Worship Leaders Presiding Minister ....................................................................................................................... Mark Tiede

Assisting Minister .................................................................................................................. Sarah Tellijohn

Director of Worship and Music ................................................................................................ Samuel Grace

Organist ....................................................................................................................................... Peder Flaten

Pianist .......................................................................................................................................... Ann Paulson

St. John’s Brass ................................................................... Jesse Johnson, Merwyn Larson, Mark Gebhardt

........................................................................................................... Matt Burdick, Bob Slifer, Josh Larson

Bell Choir ...........................................................Clara Willette, Eric Willette, Vicky Ercolani, Sandy Rader

..................................................................................................... Samuel Grace, Ann Paulson, Peder Flaten

Communion Preparer ................................................................................................................. Lori Johnson

Ushers ................................................................................................. Phil Roe, Larry Fraser, Andy Dosdall

Nursery Attendants ........................................................................................... Kelley Yount, Lia Gambucci

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Easter Plants

Given by In Memory of

Nancy Adams ........................................................................................... Loved Ones Scott & Jennifer Belz ............................................................................ William Birch Luella Belz The family of William Birch .................................................................William Birch Richard & Nancy Carlson ............................................................... Julie Ann Carlson Jill Marie Carlson Walter & Louise Carlson ......................................................................... Loved Ones Ron & Bonnie Conrad...................................................................................... Parents Steve & Ellen Dosdall ..................................................................... Margaret Dosdall Donald Schulz The Ercolani family ....................................................................................... Grandpa Jesse Fanciulli ............................................................................................ Betsy Ewy Dana Ewy Mark & Tamara Gebhardt ........................................................................ Loved Ones Bob & Marlene Holden .................................................................................... Parents Suzanne Jebe ................................................................................... Family & Friends Carol LeBon .............................................................................. Husband, Luc LeBon Bob Slifer ................................................................................................... Judy Slifer Oly & Julie Stromberg .................................................................... Our Son, Michael Elaine Taylor .......................................................................................... Glenn Taylor

Given by In Gratitude for

Suzanne Jebe ........................................................................... My Years at St. John’s

Given by In Honor of

Ron & Bonnie Conrad....................................................... Children & Grandchildren

Given by

Anna & Steve Carlson

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Our Life Together BIBLE STUDY: Pastor Mark’s Bible study will not meet this week, but will resume on Monday, April 4 at 7:00 p.m. and Tuesday, April 5 at 10:00 a.m. This weekly study, held each Monday evening and each Tuesday morning, focuses on the upcoming Sunday’s lesson. All are welcome! LOAVES & FISHES: It is St. John’s turn to cook at Loaves & Fishes tomorrow, Monday, March 28 at 2:30 p.m. If you can help or have questions, please call Marlene Holden at 612-927-6369. Please bring an apron and a hat! There are also “Loaves & Fishes”envelopes in our pew racks if you wish to donate.

MISSIONARY CIRCLE GUEST SPEAKER: Because of a time restraint Missionary Circle will meet

at 11:45 a.m. on Wednesday, April 6 in St. John’s Lounge. The guest speaker, Tina Shear, is the Director of

St. John’s Child Care. Everyone is welcome to come and bring a bag lunch.

GREETINGS FROM AUGSBURG COLLEGE! You are invited to a special advance screening of "The

Story of God with Morgan Freeman" – an epic series by Freeman and the National Geographic Channel that

explores different cultures and religions around the world to uncover the meaning of God and life. In addi-

tion to viewing one episode of the upcoming National Geographic series, there will be a panel discussion

featuring Augsburg leaders of different faith traditions: Dr. Lori Brandt Hale, Dr. Maheen Zaman,

and Julian Kritz (current Interfaith Scholar). The panel will be moderated by Rev. Mark Hanson, the new

executive director of Augsburg College’s Christensen Center for Vocation. Space is limited, so you are

encouraged to register online at http://augsburg.universitytickets.com/user_pages/event ahead of time to

ensure a seat. The event this Wednesday, March 30, 2016 from 7:00 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Sateren Theater,

Augsburg College, is free and open to the public. It is hosted by the Christensen Center for Vocation,

Campus Ministry Student Org., Muslim Student Assn., Religion Department, and Interfaith Scholars.

GRACE-BASED EVANGELIZING: Living & Telling the Story of Jesus Today - Thursday, April 14,

6:30 - 9:00 pm, at Gustavus Adolphus College, St. Peter, MN. The ELCA's Region 3 Synods are sponsoring

this panel of speakers doing "TED Talk" style presentations exploring "grace-based evangelizing." Through

foundational material from Luther's "Freedom of a Christian" (Mark Tranvik) we move to how we talk

about Spirit-led conversion to the Way of Jesus (Christian discipleship) in a multi-faith culture, and how

we testify without shaming our family or heritage (Salim Kaderbhai). Attendees will explore how grace is

the base for evangelizing. Then, talks about evangelizing in community (Peggy Hahn) and through the

congregation (Tim Olson) will offer practical ideas and examples to witness the Spirit's work in, with

and through us as we live and tell the Story of Jesus today. Registration for the event can be found at

www.swmnelca.org or you may contact St. John’s church office. If there is interest in the event but less

interest in traveling to St. Peter, we could livestream the event in our fellowship hall. Let the office know.

JOIN TRUST YOUTH for an intergenerational event at Edina Morningside Church, Saturday, April 23

for Earth Day breakfast/crafts from 8:30-10:00 a.m., then heading to Browndale Park for clean-up and an

opportunity to learn about organic gardening. For more information or to register for this event, please

contact Julie Hurbanis or the church office.

CAN I GET A WITNESS? The Minneapolis Area Synod of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America

2016 Synod Assembly is being held May 6 and 7 at St. Andrew Lutheran Church in Eden Prairie. Pastor

Mark Tiede will be attending and he is asking for two additional St. John's members to attend, ideally one

male and one female. Council Vice President Andrew Berg has agreed to be one of the representatives.

From the ELCA website, "Hear and share stories about gracious invitation, life-giving Christian

community, and just and healthy neighborhoods. You and your congregation will learn how to witness and

how to be a witness." If you are interested in being a representative or for more information, please contact

Pastor Tiede or check out the ELCA website at www.mpls-synod.org.

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this Week at St. John’s

Monday, March 28 Church Office closed

2:30 p.m. Loaves & Fishes

7:00 p.m. NO Bible Study

Tuesday, March 29

9:30 a.m. Messenger articles/info due

10:00 a.m. NO Bible Study

7:00 p.m. Metropolitan Men’s Choir Rehearsal

Wednesday, March 30

7:30 p.m. NO Choir Rehearsal

Saturday, April 2

9:00 a.m. MBC & Metropolitan Men’s Choir Rehearsals

Sunday, April 3 Second Sunday of Easter

10:00 a.m. Worship

11:00 a.m. Fellowship Hour

OFFICE HOURS this week: (Monday – closed) Tuesday - Thursday: 9:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Friday 9:30-1:30

Office contact: communications@stjohnsmpls.org or (612)827-4406.

LOOKING AHEAD April 4, 5 Bible Study (7:00 p.m. Monday; 10:00 a.m. Tuesday) April 6 Missionary Circle, 11:45 a.m.

April 7 Store to Door coupons picked up April 23 Earth Day – TRUST Intergenerational Event, 8:30 a.m.

ON LINE THE MESSENGER, SUNDAY BULLETIN, AND ANNOUNCEMENTS are all available on the home page of St.

John’s website at http://www.stjohnsmpls.org/

PLEASE ‘LIKE’ US ON FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/StjohnsMpls

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Church Staff

Mark A. Tiede Pastor Matthew Bell Custodian Jon Dosdall Custodian Peder Flaten Organist Samuel Grace Director of Worship and Music Vickie Lind Bookkeeper Ann Paulson Office Assistant/Accompanist Joseph Sahai Custodian Dave Helm Chi Rho Camp Manager Tina Shear Child Care Center Director

“Building and Nurturing a Faith Community”

4842 Nicollet Avenue Minneapolis, MN 55419 Phone: (612) 827-4406 Website: www.stjohnsmpls.org Office email: communications@stjohnsmpls.org

Church Council

Nancy Adams Andrew Berg Vice President Bonnie Conrad Steve Dosdall President Vicky Ercolani Secretary Jesse Fanciulli Bob Holden Jack Hurbanis Mark Nervig Treasurer Sean Stagg

MINISTRY COMMITTEES Administration Steve Dosdall, President

Child Care Center Bonnie Conrad, Chair

Children, Youth & Family (CYF) Jesse Fanciulli, Tamara Gebhardt, Julie Hurbanis, Anne Nervig

Community & Neighborhood Mark Gebhardt, Chair

Facilities Brian Falk, Chair

Lake Sylvia Property (Chi Rho) Brad Nelson, Chair Membership Jennifer Belz, Jennifer Burdick, Co-chairs

Music Series Deborah Dunham, Chair

Stewardship Eric Willette, Chair

Worship Sarah Tellijohn, Chair