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Silverdale Lutheran Church 11701 Ridgepoint Drive NW

Silverdale, WA 98383 (360) 692-9263

Email: slc@silverdalelutheran.org Web page: www.silverdalelutheran.org

Pastor Bill Crabtree Pastor Paula Burchill Pastor Jonathan Sansgaard

Palm Sunday March 25, 2018

Today we celebrate Jesus’ triumphant entrance into Jerusalem where he was welcomed by crowds worshiping him crying “Hosanna” (God save us) and laying down palm leaves before him. This day also marks the beginning of Holy Week, where we commemorate the events of Jesus passion, death, and resurrection which brought about our salvation. We know that the crowd’s “Hosannas” would soon turn to “crucify”—today our primary reading is Jesus’ words to his disciples very shortly after his triumphant entry. The events that follow will show that Jesus is the light of the world and is truly sent by the Father.

Prelude Valet Will Ich Dir Geben – arr. Greg Bottomley

Opening Litany (Litany will be repeated) P: Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord. C: Hosanna to the Son of David.

The Processional Gospel Mark 11:1-11

When they were approaching Jerusalem, at Bethphage and Bethany, near the Mount of Olives, he sent two of his disciples and said to them, “Go into the village ahead of you, and immediately as you enter it, you will find tied there a colt that has never been ridden; untie it and bring it. If anyone says to you, ‘Why are you doing this?’ just say this, ‘The Lord needs it and will send it back here immediately.’ ” They went away and found a colt tied near a door, outside in the street. As they were untying it, some of the bystanders said to them, “What are you doing, untying the colt?” They told them what Jesus had said; and they allowed them to take it. Then they brought the colt to Jesus and threw their cloaks on it; and he sat on it. Many people spread their cloaks on the road, and others spread leafy branches that they had cut in the fields. Then those who went ahead and those who followed were shouting, “Hosanna! Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord! Blessed is the coming kingdom of our ancestor David! Hosanna in the highest heaven!” Then he entered Jerusalem and went into the temple; and when he had looked around at everything, as it was already late, he went out to Bethany with the twelve.

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Blessing of the Palms

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

P: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. C: It is right to give God thanks and praise.

P: We praise and thank you, O God, for the great acts of love by which you have redeemed us through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. On this day He entered the holy city of Jerusalem in triumph, and was acclaimed King of kings by those who scattered their garments and palm branches in his path. We ask that you bless these branches and those who bear them, and grant that they may ever hail him as our Lord and King and follow him with perfect confidence; through the same Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

C: Amen. (Please stand as you are able for the processional song)

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Processional Hymn All Glory Laud and Honor (vss. 1,3,5)

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Greeting P: The immeasurable grace of Christ Jesus, the rich mercy of God, and the

communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. C: And also with you.

Prayer of the Day

L: Everlasting God, in your endless love for the human race you sent our Lord Jesus Christ to bring us out of darkness and into the light of eternal life. We give thanks that you heard our “Hosannas” and sent Jesus to take on our nature and redeem us from sin through the cross.

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Empower us by your Spirit to follow Christ to the cross and celebrate with joy the glorious victory of his resurrection, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

C: Amen.

Musical Meditation Festival Sanctus – John Leavitt

Children’s Sermon

THE WORD

First Reading Isaiah 49:1-7

1Listen to me, O coastlands, pay attention, you peoples from far away! The LORD called me before I was born, while I was in my mother's womb he named me. 2He made my mouth like a sharp sword, in the shadow of his hand he hid me; he made me a polished arrow, in his quiver he hid me away. 3And he said to me, "You are my servant, Israel, in whom I will be glorified." 4But I said, "I have labored in vain, I have spent my strength for nothing and vanity; yet surely my cause is with the LORD, and my reward with my God." 5And now the LORD says, who formed me in the womb to be his servant, to bring Jacob back to him, and that Israel might be gathered to him, for I am honored in the sight of the LORD, and my God has become my strength — 6he says, "It is too light a thing that you should be my servant to raise up the tribes of Jacob and to restore the survivors of Israel; I will give you as a light to the nations, that my salvation may reach to the end of the earth."

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7Thus says the LORD, the Redeemer of Israel and his Holy One, to one deeply despised, abhorred by the nations, the slave of rulers, "Kings shall see and stand up, princes, and they shall prostrate themselves, because of the LORD, who is faithful, the Holy One of Israel, who has chosen you."

R: The Word of the Lord C: Thanks be to God

Gospel Acclamation

R: The Holy Gospel according to John, the Twelfth Chapter. C: Glory to you, O Lord

Gospel John 12:44-50 44Then Jesus cried aloud: "Whoever believes in me believes not in me but in

him who sent me. 45And whoever sees me sees him who sent me. 46I have come as light into the world, so that everyone who believes in me should not remain in the darkness. 47I do not judge anyone who hears my words and does not keep them, for I came not to judge the world, but to save the world. 48The one who rejects me and does not receive my word has a judge; on the last day the word that I have spoken will serve as judge, 49for I have not spoken on my own, but the Father who sent me has himself given me a commandment about what to say and what to speak. 50And I know that his commandment is eternal life. What I speak, therefore, I speak just as the Father has told me."

R: The Gospel of the Lord C: Praise to you, O Christ

Sermon Pastor Bill

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Hymn of the Day Were You There

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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.

Prayers of Intercession P: Lord in your mercy, C: Hear our prayer.

P: Into your hands, O God…through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. C: Amen.

THE MEAL

Sharing of the Peace P: The peace of the Lord be with you always. C: And also with you.

Community Time—Here we highlight specific ministries of SLC and welcome and introduce guests. Also during this time please sign and pass along the registration pad, returning it to the person who signed it first.

The Offering

Offertory Meditation on “Were You There” ~ arr. Hugh S. Livingston Jr.

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Offertory Response For the Fruit of All Creation vs. 1&3

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Offering Prayer L: Let us pray… C: Blessed are you, O God, ruler of heaven and earth. Day by day you

shower us with blessings. As you have raised us to new life in Christ, give us glad and generous hearts, ready to praise you and to respond to those in need, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

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Great Thanksgiving

P: It is indeed our duty and our delight…we praise your name and join in their unending hymn:

Words of Institution

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The Lord’s Prayer Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and forever. Amen.

Distribution- At SLC, we commune by “Intinction.” As you are ushered forward, please kneel at the altar rails, extend your hands to receive the bread, and then dip it either into the wine or grape juice. If you are unable to kneel at the altar, you are welcome to remain standing. White grape juice is available as a substitute and is offered in the second cup. You are also invited to remain at the altar rail for a brief time of prayer and meditation if you wish. Adults who do not receive the supper or children who have not received First Communion instruction are encouraged to come forward for a blessing.

Lamb of God

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Communion Hymns We Come to the Hungry Feast

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Eat This Bread

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(When all have returned to their seats)

P: The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen and keep you in his grace.

C: Amen.

Post-Communion Prayer L: God of abundance, with this bread of life and cup of salvation you have

united us with Christ, making us one with all your people. Now send us forth in the power of your Spirit, that we may follow our Lord to the upper room, the cross, and the empty tomb. In His name we pray,

C: Amen.

Benediction P: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make His face shine upon

you and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favor and + give you peace.

C: Amen.

Prayers of Healing - After worship, you are invited to come to the altar rails for prayers of healing by the prayer team.

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Sending Hymn I Want Jesus to Walk With Me

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Dismissal L: We are grace filled C: And Spirit led!

L: Go in Peace and serve the Lord. C: Thanks be to God!

Postlude Sojourner ~ arr. Nancy M. Raabe

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Thank you for sharing your gifts of music: Sanctuary Choir

Worship Leaders for March 25th

Minister of Music: Lynn Rupp Choir Accompanist: Jenny Grenfell

March Altar Care: Barb Pennington, Betty Koster, The Robideaux Family Usher: Bob Brien

Liturgist: (8am) Jenny Grenfell, (11am) Denyse Hemmersbach Communion Assistants: (8am) Barb Smithson, Ken & Linda Day, Linda Roberts

(11am) Bruce & Kathy Pringle, Ken & Sandy Robinson Readers: (8am) Mark Barga, (11am) Carissa Robideaux

Acolytes: (8am) Annabelle Havers, Katie Havers (11am) Ingrid Burchill, Natalie Story

Prayer and Care: Barbara Pennington recovering from a fall, Pastor Kevin Smith, former pastor at SLC, with a brain mass. Les Peterson anticipating surgery. Betty Yates in the death of her daughter, Kathy.

Recovering From Surgery: Laura Gessner

Facing Cancer: Jim McKelvy, Ron Maddux, Kathy Schaeffer and Carol Wales.

Deployed & Military Support & their families: Marina Enger, Eric Fromm, Megan Seawolf, Jared Cain, Aaron Gray and Andrew Catron.

Continued Prayer: John Jeffries, Arlene Phillips, Gerry Crawford, Caroline Gierke, Jadon Sansgaard, Randy Fossum, Matt Ryan, Don Leonardy & Josh Wills.

Remembering all who are homebound or in ill health.

Next Week’s Worship Leaders (April 1st)

Liturgist: (8am) Sandy Gessner-Crabtree, (11am) Corey Burchill Readers: (8am) Jane Rasely, (9:30am) Sue Schultz, (11am) Patti Randall

Next Week’s Readings: 1 Corinthians 15:1-11, Mark 16:1-8

As you read the lesson, ask yourself two questions: Why was this story told? Where do you see God at work?