17th Sunday after Pentecost
Prelude:
The King of Love My Shepherd Is
– Janet Linker
Opening Song: Speak O Lord!
Speak, O Lord, as we come to You
To receive the food of Your Holy Word.
Take Your truth, plant it deep in us;
Shape and fashion us in Your likeness,
That the light of Christ might be seen today
In our acts of love and our deeds of faith.
Speak, O Lord, and fulfill in us
All Your purposes for Your glory.
Prayer of the Day:
God of love, giver of life, you know our frailties and failings. Give us your grace to overcome them, keep us from those things that harm us, and guide us in the way of salvation, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Lessons & Gospel
Click each scripture to read in the Bible.
| Today’s Readings | Sunday, August 16th |
|---|---|
| 1st Lesson | Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32 |
| Psalm | Psalm 25:1-9 |
| 2nd Lesson | Philippians 2:1-13 |
| Gospel | Matthew 21:23-32 |
Gospel Acclamation:
Alleluia. My sheep hear my voice, says the Lord; I know them and they follow me. Alleluia.
(John 10:27)
Sermon:
The Mind of Christ
Pastor John Mittermaier
Song of the Day: If We’re Honest
Bring your brokenness, and I’ll bring mine
‘Cause love can heal what hurt divides
And mercy’s waiting on the other side
If we’re honest
If we’re honest
Prayers of the People
The Lord’s Prayer
Hear the Benediction
Closing Song: Come Alive
Go in peace. Remember the poor.
Postlude:
Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken
– Wayne Wold
