1. Welcome to Trinity Sharing In God’s Love

3. fifth SUNDAY OF EASTER, 28 th April, 2013

8. Service with Communion Simplified Spoken Form This Service is a revision of the “Simplified form of the communion service” Released by the LCA Commission on Worship in 1989.

9. Quiet time for prayer 9

10. OPENING SENTENCE M: The home of God is among mortals Alleluia. C: He will dwell with them as their God Alleluia. (Rev 21:3a NRSV)

11. PREPARATION M: In the name of the Father and of the Son † and of the Holy Spirit. C: Amen

12. hymn We sing our opening Hymn: Filled with the Spirit’s power LH 773CAL 293 John Raphael Peacey 1896-1971, alt.

13. Filled with the Spirit’s power 1. Filled with the Spirit’s power, with one accord the infant church confessed its risen Lord: O Holy Spirit, in the church today no less your power of fellowship display..

14. Filled with the Spirit’s power 2. Now with the mind of Christ set us on fire, that unity may be our great desire: give joy and peace; give faith to hear your call, and readiness in each to work for all.

15. Filled with the Spirit’s power 3. Widen our love, good Spirit, to embrace in your strong care all people of each race: like wind and fire with life among us move till we are known as Christ’s, and Christians prove.†

16. Introduction to the confession of sins M: Friends in Christ, God has given even to the Gentiles the repentance that leads to life. (Acts 11:18b NRSV) So let us confess our sins to God our Father and ask him in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ to forgive us.

17. CONFESSION AND ABSOLUTION C: We confess that we are born in bondage 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 failed to do.

18. CONFESSION AND ABSOLUTION We have not loved you with our whole heart, And we have not loved our neighbor as ourselves. We deserve your eternal punishment.

19. CONFESSION AND ABSOLUTION 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.

20. CONFESSION AND ABSOLUTION M: As a called and ordained servant of the word, I announce the grace of God to all of you. On behalf of my Lord Jesus Christ, and by his command, I forgive the sins of all of you who repent and believe, in the name of the Father and of the Son † and of the Holy Spirit. C: Amen

21. Liturgy of the Word

22. The Greeting M: The Lord be with you C: And also with you

23. Prayer of the day M: Let us pray that we love others. C: Merciful Father, you have reached out to all people through your Son Jesus, who died for us all. Encourage us to live as your chosen people and give of ourselves to others.

24. Prayer of the day We ask this through Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

25. FIRST READING R: The first Reading for the Fifth Sunday of Easter is written in Chapter eleven of Acts beginning at verse one. Acts 11:1-18 CEV Peter explains how God's salvation is also for Gentiles

26. Acts 11:1-18 R: The apostles and the followers in Judea heard that Gentiles had accepted God's message. 2 So when Peter came to Jerusalem, some of the Jewish followers started arguing with him. They wanted Gentile followers to be circumcised, and 3 they said, "You stayed in the homes of Gentiles, and you even ate with them!“

27. Acts 11:1-18 4 Then Peter told them exactly what had happened: 5 I was in the town of Joppa and was praying when I fell sound asleep and had a vision. I saw heaven open, and something like a huge sheet held by its four corners came down to me. 6 When I looked in it, I saw animals, wild beasts, snakes, and birds.

28. Acts 11:1-18 7 I heard a voice saying to me, "Peter, get up! Kill these and eat them." 8 But I said, "Lord, I can't do that! I've never taken a bite of anything that is unclean and not fit to eat." 9 The voice from heaven spoke to me again, "When God says that something can be used for food, don't say it isn't fit to eat.“

29. Acts 11:1-18 10 This happened three times before it was all taken back into heaven. 11 Suddenly three men from Caesarea stood in front of the house where I was staying. 12 The Holy Spirit told me to go with them and not to worry.

30. Acts 11:1-18 Then six of the LORD'S followers went with me to the home of a man 13 who told us that an angel had appeared to him. The angel had ordered him to send to Joppa for someone named Simon Peter. 14 Then Peter would tell him how he and everyone in his house could be saved.

31. Acts 11:1-18 15 After I started speaking, the Holy Spirit was given to them, just as the Spirit had been given to us at the beginning. 16 I remembered that the Lord had said, "John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.“

32. Acts 11:1-18 17 God gave those Gentiles the same gift that he gave us when we put our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ. So how could I have gone against God?

33. Acts 11:1-18 18 When they heard Peter say this, they stopped arguing and started praising God. They said, "God has now let Gentiles turn to him, and he has given life to them!" This is the Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God.

34. Psalm 148 CEV R: The Psalm is Psalm 148 R: 1 Shout praises to the LORD! Shout the LORD'S praises in the highest heavens. C: 2 All of you angels, and all who serve him above, come and offer praise.

35. Psalm 148 CEV R: 3 Sun and moon, and all of you bright stars, come and offer praise. C: 4 Highest heavens, and the water above the highest heavens, come and offer praise.

36. Psalm 148 CEV R: 5 Let all things praise the name of the LORD, because they were created at his command. C: 6 He made them to last forever, and nothing can change what he has done.

37. Psalm 148 CEV R: 7 All creatures on earth, you obey his commands, so come praise the LORD! C: 8 Sea monsters and the deep sea, fire and hail, snow and frost, and every stormy wind, come praise the LORD!

38. Psalm 148 CEV R: 9 All mountains and hills, fruit trees and cedars, C: 10 Every wild and tame animal, all reptiles and birds, come praise the LORD! R: 11 Every king and every ruler, all nations on earth,

39. Psalm 148 CEV C: 12 Every man and every woman, young people and old, come praise the LORD! R: 13 All creation, come praise the name of the LORD. Praise his name alone. The glory of God is greater than heaven and earth.

40. Psalm 148 CEV C: 14 Like a bull with mighty horns, the LORD protects his faithful nation Israel, because they belong to him. Shout praises to the LORD! C: Glory to the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Spirit; As it was in the beginning is now, and will be for ever. Amen.

41. second reading R: The second reading for today is written in Chapter 21 of Revelation beginning at verse one. Revelation 21:1-6 CEV God will wipe away all tears

42. Revelation 21:1-6 I saw a new heaven and a new earth. The first heaven and the first earth had disappeared, and so had the sea. 2 Then I saw New Jerusalem, that holy city, coming down from God in heaven. It was like a bride dressed in her wedding gown and ready to meet her husband. 3 I heard a loud voice shout from the throne: God's home is now with his people. He will live with them, and they will be his own. Yes, God will make his home among his people. 4 He will wipe all tears from their eyes, and there will be no more death, suffering, crying, or pain. These things of the past are gone forever. 5 Then the one sitting on the throne said: I am making everything new. Write down what I have said. My words are true and can be trusted. 6 Everything is finished! I am Alpha and Omega the beginning and the end. I will freely give water from the life-giving fountain to everyone who is thirsty. This is the Word of the Lord C: Thanks be to God

43. Revelation 21:1-6 I saw a new heaven and a new earth. The first heaven and the first earth had disappeared, and so had the sea. 2 Then I saw New Jerusalem, that holy city, coming down from God in heaven. It was like a bride dressed in her wedding gown and ready to meet her husband.

44. Revelation 21:1-6 3 I heard a loud voice shout from the throne: God's home is now with his people. He will live with them, and they will be his own. Yes, God will make his home among his people. 4 He will wipe all tears from their eyes, and there will be no more death, suffering, crying, or pain. These things of the past are gone forever.

45. Revelation 21:1-6 5 Then the one sitting on the throne said: I am making everything new. Write down what I have said. My words are true and can be trusted.

46. Revelation 21:1-6 6 Everything is finished! I am Alpha and Omega the beginning and the end. I will freely give water from the life- giving fountain to everyone who is thirsty. This is the Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God.

47. C: Alleluia, alleluia. Since Christ was raised from the dead, he cannot die again; death no longer has any power over him. C: Alleluia. Jesus said: 'My sheep hear my voice; I know them, and they follow me.' (John 10:27 NRSV) C: Alleluia.

48. The holy gospel M: The Holy Gospel for today is written in Chapter 13 of John Beginning at verse 31. C: Glory to you, O Lord. John 13:31-35 CEV The new commandment: love one another

49. John 13:31-35 M 31 After Judas had gone, Jesus said: Now the Son of Man will be given glory, and he will bring glory to God. 32 Then, after God is given glory because of him, God will bring glory to him, and God will do it very soon.

50. John 13:31-35 33 My children, I will be with you for a little while longer. Then you will look for me, but you won't find me. I tell you just as I told the people, "You cannot go where I am going.”

51. John 13:31-35 34 But I am giving you a new command. You must love each other, just as I have loved you. 35 If you love each other, everyone will know that you are my disciples. This is the Gospel of the Lord. C: Praise to you on Christ, raised to live forever.

52. Prayer after gospel M: Thank you, Lord Jesus, for loving us. Lead us to love one another, so that everyone will know that we are your disciples. C: Amen.

53. We Sing: Love divine, all loves excelling, LHS 164CAL 293

54. Love divine, all loves excelling 1. Love divine, all loves excelling, Joy of heaven, to earth come down, Fix in us Your humble dwelling, All Your faithful mercies crown. Jesus, Your are all compassion, Pure unbounded love You are; Visit us with Your salvation, Enter every trembling heart.

55. Love divine, all loves excelling 2. Come, almighty to deliver, Let us all Your grace receive; Suddenly return, and never, Never more Your temples leave. You we would be always blessing, Serve You as Your hosts above; Pray, and praise You, without ceasing, Glory in Your perfect Love.

56. Love divine, all loves excelling 3. Finish then Your new creation, Pure and spotless let us be; Let us see Your great salvation, Perfectly restored in You; Changed from glory into glory, Till in heaven we take our place, Till we cast our crowns before You, Lost in wonder, love, and praise. †

57. Sermon

58. We sing as our free will offering is received: Hush Now for I am Your God AT212CAL293 © Carol Littlemore, 423 Bickley Rd, Kenwick WA 6207

59. 1. Hush now, for I am your God; Hush now, for I am your God. I’ll keep my watch over you day after day. Hush now, for I am your God. Hush Now for I am Your God

60. 2. Peace now, I’m here by your side; Peace now, I’m here by your side. I’ve promised to love you, and keep you my own. Peace now, I’m here by your side. Hush Now for I am Your God

61. 3. Come now, I give you my home; Come now, I give you my home. With me you may shelter, In safety and calm Come now, I give you my home. Hush Now for I am Your God

62. 4. Joy now, for I am your God; Joy now, for I am your God. There’ll be no more tears When I wipe them away. Joy now, for I am your God. † Hush Now for I am Your God

63. Offering prayer C: God of love, you have shown us how you love us and all people. Lead us to love one another through our lives and our gifts. Amen.

64. Prayer of the church Call to prayer M: We live in the hope of a new heaven and new earth. Let us pray for that time to come quickly, in the name of Jesus.

65. Prayer of the church Response M: God of power and might, C: come, and make all things new.

66. Prayer of the church Concluding prayer R: Father in heaven, as you have raised Jesus Christ to be the firstfruits of the resurrection, raise up all the world to be a new creation in him; in whose name we pray. C: Amen.

67. Liturgy of the lord’s supper

68. PREFACE M: The Lord be with you. C: And also with you. M: Lift up your hearts. C: We lift them to the Lord. M: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. C: It is right to give our thanks and praise.

69. 69 PREFACE M: It is indeed right and good, Lord God, holy Father, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks to you, through Jesus Christ our Lord.

70. Preface But most of all we praise you for the glorious resurrection of your Son, the true Passover Lamb, who has taken away the sin of the world. By his death he has destroyed death, and by his rising again he has restored life.

71. Preface And so, with angels and archangels, and with all the company of heaven, we adore and praise your glorious name:

72. Holy, holy, holy C: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might; Heaven and earth are full of your glory.

73. LORD’S PRAYER C: 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.

74. LORD’S PRAYER Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, Now and forever. Amen

75. 75 WORDS OF INSTITUTION M: Our Lord Jesus Christ, on the night when he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and gave it to his disciples, and said: Take and eat; this is † my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.

76. 76 WORDS OF INSTITUTION M: In the same way he took the cup, after the supper, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, and said, Drink of it, all of you; this is † my blood of the new covenant, which is shed for you for the forgiveness of sins. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me.

77. COMMUNION INVITATION M: Jesus says: 'Those who eat my flesh and drink my blood have eternal life, and I will raise them up on the last day. C: Thanks be to God. M: Come, everything is ready. 77

78. DISTRIBUTION Take and eat, this is the body of Christ, given for you. Take and drink, this is the blood of Christ, shed for you for the forgiveness of sins. During the distribution the Minister and his assistant says:

79. dismissal M: The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ make you strong in body and soul to life eternal. Go in peace.† C: Amen.

80. 80 POST-COMMUNION Prayer M: Let us pray. C: Loving heavenly Father, you sent your Son Jesus Christ to reconcile the world to yourself. As we have received his body and blood, keep us united with him so that we may bear the fruit of love.

81. 81 POST-COMMUNION Prayer We ask this through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

82. Conclusion blessing M: The God of peace, who raised from the dead our Lord Jesus, provide you with every good thing you need in order to do his will;.. The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favour,† and give you peace. C: Amen.

83. DISMISSAL M: Go in peace, and love one another. C: In the name of Christ. Amen.

84. We Sing our closing hymn: A new commandment LH853 CAL 293 Based on John 13:34

85. A new commandment A new commandment I give unto you, that you love one another, as I have loved you, that you love one another, as I have loved you; by this shall all men know that you are my disciples, if you have love one for another. By this shall all men know that you are my disciples, if you have love one for another.†

86. Go in peace and love one another. Please join us for a cup of tea