ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH
DICKINSON, ND
Living in Service to Christ
THE HOLY TRINITY
MAY 18, 2008
8:00 & 10:30 a.m. Sunday

Prelude Organ Prelude and Handbell Choir Prelude
Announcements

GATHERING

The Entrance Hymn #508
The Apostolic Greeting p. 120
Hymn of Praise: This Is the Feast of Victory p. 122
Prayer of the Day Insert

WORD

First Reading Genesis 1:26 - 2:4a
The Word of the Lord Assembly: Thanks be to God

Handbell Choir (10:30 a.m.)
The Psalm (8:00 a.m.) Psalm 8 (Insert)
Second Reading 2 Corinthians 13:11-13
The Word of the Lord. A: Thanks be to God
Gospel Acclamation p. 124
Gospel Matthew 28:16-20
Responses: The Gospel according to . . . A: Glory to you, O Lord
The Gospel of the Lord A: Praise to you, O Christ

Sermon With You (2 Cor. 13:13)
Hymn of the Day #413
Apostles’ Creed, Prayers & Exchange of Peace (8:00 a.m.) p. 127-128
Sacrament of Holy Baptism (10:30 a.m.) p. 227

MEAL

Offering Handbell Choir (8:00 a.m.) & Senior Choir (10:30 a.m.)
Offertory Hymn: We Praise You, O God (#870, st. 1)

We praise you, O God, our redeemer, creator;
in grateful devotion our tribute we bring.
We lay it before you; we kneel and adore you.
We bless your holy name; glad praises we sing.

The Prayer & Great Thanksgiving p. 129
Distribution Hymns #742, #818, #415
The Table Blessing p. 136

SENDING

The Closing Prayer and Blessing p. 136
The Sending Song .On Our Way Rejoicing (#537, st. 2)

Unto God the Father joyful songs we sing.
Unto God the Savior thankful hearts we bring.
Unto God the Spirit bow we and adore.
On our way rejoicing now and evermore.
On our way rejoicing, as we forward move.
Hearken to our praises, O blest God of love!

Dismissal: Go in peace; serve the Lord A Thanks be to God.

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Presiding Minister: Pastor Lisa Lewton
Preaching: Pastor Steve Tangen
Assisting Ministers: Dream O’Brien (8:00 a.m.), Kris Fehr (10:30 a.m.)
Deacons: Marcy Decker (8:00 a.m.), Russ Murphy (10:30 a.m.)
Organist: Barb Arneson
Cantor: Dave Gabbert (8:00 a.m.)
Servers: Marit Mikkelsen & Nicole Urbanec (8:00 a.m.)
Danielle Knutson & Ali Moody (10:30 a.m.)
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NEW HYMN: We’re learning hymn #508, As Rain from the Clouds. The text was written by Sister Delores Dufner. She is the liturgy director for St. Benedict Monastery in St. Joseph, Minnesota.

BAPTIZED TODAY is Dylan Matthew Hanson, son of Jason & Lori Hanson. Sponsors are Jason Knight and Chad & Stacey Hanson. Baptized Thursday night was Lola Rayne Homiston, daughter of Jason & Kristy Homiston. Sponsors were Mick & Gayle Homiston, and KC & Autumn Homiston.

WELCOME TO WORSHIP: All the baptized are invited to the Lord’s Table. You may stand or kneel to receive the elements. We ask children who commune to extend their hands to receive the elements. Children who do not yet commune should have hands folded to receive a blessing from the pastors. You may ask a server to provide a gluten-free wafer or grape juice if needed.

THANK YOU to the Handbell Choir, directed by Carma Kulish, and to the Senior Choir, directed by Michael Stevenson, for providing music during worship. This is the last Sunday we’ll hear them until next fall.

WE LISTEN TO THE WORD: The Apostolic Greeting that follows the entrance hymn comes from 2 Corinthians 13:14 (the Second Reading). The words enfold the pastors, the people and God in a mutual expression of grace, love and communion. Together we hear that we are blessed by the Triune God through “the grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit . . . ”

WE WORSHIP TOGETHER: Holy Trinity Sunday is one of six principal festival days in the church year. It is the only festival day which does not celebrate an historical event (i.e., resurrection, nativity, sending of the Spirit). Rather it celebrates the mystery of God who is Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

WORSHIP INFORMATION: Attendance last week was 586 . . . Transmitters are available for the hearing impaired. Ask an usher for help . . . If it is uncomfortable for you to stand during the service, please feel free to remain seated . . . The nursery, located in the Commons Area, is staffed Sundays from 9:15 to 11:30 a.m. for infants and children up to age four . . . Children’s bags are available during worship in the Commons Area and in the church entry . . .

THE MAY ISSUE of The Lutheran Magazine is available in the church entry and in the Commons Area.

THIS WEEK AT ST. JOHN LUTHERAN CHURCH

Sunday: 11:45 a.m. Sunday School Teacher’s Brunch
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. Quilting
6:30 p.m. Youth & Family Committee Meeting

Wednesday: 6:30 p.m. Handbell Choir Pizza
7:00 p.m. Wednesday School for High School Students

Thursday: 7:00 p.m. Midweek Worship
Friday: 6:30 a.m. Men’s Breakfast/Bible Study at Days Inn

Next Sunday: 8:00 & 9:30 a.m. Senior Recognition Sunday

YOUR CHURCH PHOTO: If you had your picture taken during the month of April you can pick up your free photo in the church office from Bev Olheiser during office hours.

THANK YOU for giving so generously to the Domestic Violence and Rape Crisis Center. Your donations were delivered to them last week.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL registration forms are available on the bulletin board in the Commons Area, or on the web site at www.stjohnelc.org. VBS is Friday, May 30, June 6, 13, and 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., and Thursday, June 26 in the evening. VBS is for kids who are three years old through those entering the sixth grade. There is no cost for VBS.

INCOMING HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS and graduates are invited to a weekly summer Bible study beginning Sunday, June 8 at 7:00 p.m. in the Youth Room. The study is led by college student Jon Fuehrer, a 2006 DHS graduate, who says, “Going into college I had a lot of questions and doubts and through the first two years I have learned so much about life and about my faith. The reason I am excited about having this Bible study is because it gives me the opportunity to share those experiences with people who are going to be going through the same thing . . . Come and learn what it means to lead a Christ centered life from someone who is going through the same stage in life.” For more information contact Jon at jwfuehrer@gmail.com or Jess Throlson at jthrolson@stjohnelc.org.

WILL YOU HELP? We need both donated and loaned items for Power Lab Vacation Bible School. We need 80 empty water bottles (16.9 oz size - straight sides, not curved like Coke bottles) for a craft project; please put bottles in the box in the Commons Area. We also need ingredients for our "Test Tube Treats" which match each day's theme and 24 one-pound boxes of cornstarch! We need to borrow items like two kiddie wading pools, five or six buckets, two cinder blocks -- put your name on any items you'd like returned. Please check the VBS bulletin board in the Commons Area for our list of items and help in any way you can!

NEW BIBLE CAMP: There’s an information sheet on the entry tables with the schedule for the dedication of the new Bible Camp to be held on Saturday morning, May 31. The page also has information about registering for the camp’s 9th Annual Golf Tournament to be held at the Bully Pulpit Golf Course in Medora on Sunday, June 8.

THE SUMMER WORSHIP SCHEDULE begins on Sunday, May 25 with worship services at 8:00 and 9:30 a.m. Thursday services at 7:00 p.m. continue all year.

SUMMER MUSIC: If you are willing to provide special music during summer worship services on Thursday and/or Sunday, contact the church office at 225-6747 or email tangen@stjohnelc.org.

CHRIST IN OUR HOME booklets for July through September are available in the narthex.

HELP WANTED: We are seeking applicants for the position of Children’s Choir Director. There are job applications for this paid position, and copies of the job description in the church office for anyone interested in the position. The time requirement for the paid position includes Wednesday evenings and two Sunday mornings each month during the school year

SENIOR RECOGNITION SUNDAY is May 25. We will recognize our senior high school graduates at 8:00 a.m. and 9:30 a.m.

SUMMER CONFIRMATION CLASSES for students who will be in the 7th and 8th grades this fall will be held on Wednesday & Thursday afternoons from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. on the following dates:
June 4 & 5 - Old Testament - Section 1
June 11 & 12 - Old Testament - Section 2
July 9 & 10 - New Testament - Section 1
July 16 & 17 - New Testament - Section 2

“GRANDPARENTS” WANTED: If you are retired, we invite you to consider helping with Vacation Bible School by accompanying groups of 5 to 7 elementary students throughout the morning. You will not be asked to lead any activities. VBS meets Friday, May 30, June 6, 13, and 20 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. If you are interested, please contact Susan Moberg at moberg@stjohnelc.org, or call the church office at 225-6747.

FAMILY RETREAT: Families, it’s time to check your summer schedules! We will have a family retreat at Badlands Ministries the weekend of June 27-29. The theme is “God’s Power.” The deadline to sign up with Jess Throlson in the church office is June 15. The cost is $25 per person.

KDIX BROADCAST: The St. John worship service on Sunday, May 25 will be at 8:00 a.m. because of the 9:00 a.m. broadcast of the Indianapolis 500. Beginning Sunday, June 1 the broadcast time will be 9:30 a.m. for the summer months.

SHARE SAVE SPEND STORIES? Do you have a story about our stewardship ministry called “We Say Yes to Share Save Spend”? E-mail stories to Pastor Tangen (tangen@stjohnelc.org).