WELCOME TO WORSHIP
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. Amen.
(Children, kindergartners through third grade, are invited to exit the Sanctuary for Children’s Worship. Children will return to reserved pews in the Sanctuary at the close of worship.)
WE HEAR THE WORD PROCLAIMED
TRINITY SUNDAY • MAY 26, 2024 • 11:00AM
CANTICLE Standin’ in the Need of Prayer — arr. Moses Hogan SCRIPTURE — John 3:1-17 This is the word of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God.
THE COMMUNITY GATHERS
SERMON — “Meet the Trinity”
The prelude signifies the beginning of worship. You are invited to be in a spirit of prayer and meditation. Please silence all mobile communication devices. †
Please stand as you are able
PRELUDE
Prelude in E-flat Major, BWV 552 — J.S. Bach
GREETING INTROIT
Holy Is the Lord (from Deutche Mass) — Franz Schubert Holy, holy, holy. Holy is the Lord. Holy is the Father, Holy is the Son, Holy is the Spirit; blessed Three in One. (Revelation 4:8)
OPENING PRAYER Almighty and everlasting God, you have given to us your servants grace, by the confession of a true faith, to acknowledge the glory of the eternal Trinity, and in the power of your divine Majesty to worship the Unity: Keep us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last to see you in your one and eternal glory, O Father; who with the Son and the Holy Spirit live and reign, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.
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HYMN OF PROCESSION #64 Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty — NICAEA
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AFFIRMATION OF FAITH I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth; 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; the third day he rose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick 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.
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GLORIA PATRI #71 Glory Be to the Father — GREATOREX Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
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WE RENEW OUR COMMITMENT OFFERTORY Lord God of Abraham (from Elijah) — Felix Mendelssohn Draw near all ye people, come to me! Lord God of Abraham, Isaac, and Israel; this day let it be known that Thou art God, and I am thy servant! Lord God of Abraham! O show to all this people that I have done these things, according to thy word! O hear me, Lord, and answer me, O hear me, Lord, and answer me! Lord God of Abraham, Isaac, and Israel; O hear me, O hear me and answer me; and show this people that Thou art Lord God; and let their hears again be turned! DOXOLOGY #95 Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow — OLD 100th Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise God, all creatures here below; praise God above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
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PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING Most holy and gracious God, accept these gifts from our hearts. May they be used to share the message of your love with a world that is hurting. May these gifts shine like light in the darkness offering hope, and peace. May we offer ourselves and dedicate our lives to your service this week using our talents and time to build your kingdom. All this we pray in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
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WE GO AS GOD’S PEOPLE INTO THE WORLD HYMN
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#79 Holy God, We Praise Thy Name — GROSSER GOTT (Stanzas 1-4)
BENEDICTION
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BENEDICTION RESPONSE Go Now in Peace — Robert Lau Go now in peace, and may God’s peace go with you. Believe and trust His holy word. Amen.
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POSTLUDE Fugue in E-flat Major, BWV 552 — J.S. Bach
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PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
SERMON NOTES
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CRUCIFER James Edmundson TORCHBEARERS Camilla Boehnlein Eleanor Coulter FLOWERS The Chancel Flowers are given in loving memory of Mr. and Mrs. S. V. Lore, Miss Sara Lore, Sara, John, and Jean Jackson by Ann Lore; also in loving memory of Dr. William B. Cashion by Margie Cashion and his family; and in loving memory of Mr. Paul R. (Dick) Webster, Jr. by Anne Webster and family.
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