PRELUDE
“Sonata for Clarinet and Piano” (C. Saint-Saëns)
Linnae Stole, Tim Graf
WELCOME
CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS
God of all mercy and consolation, come to the aid of your people, turning us from our sin to live for you alone. Give us the power of your Holy Spirit that, attentive to your Word, we may confess our sins, receive your forgiveness, and grow into the fullness of your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another.
Gracious God,
have mercy on us. In your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things done and left undone. Uphold us by your Spirit so that we may live and serve you in newness of life, to the honor and glory of your holy name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen
Almighty God have mercy on you, forgive you all your sins through our Lord Jesus Christ, strengthen you in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit keep you in eternal life.
Amen
OPENING HYMN
“Let Justice Flow like Streams” ELW # 717
PRAYER OF THE DAY
O God, your promise to sustain all of creation sparkles like sunlight on clear river water. Give us courage to look always toward your unveiling, that we might participate alongside you in works of justice for the whole world. Amen.
SERVICE OF HOLY BAPTISM
- Athena Ann Hauck
- Lila Collins Hugdahl
- Graham Alexander Hart
- Chase Bradley Bennett
- Tatum Amalfi Bennett
SUNDAY SCHOOL INVITATION
READING
Revelation 3:14-21
“And to the angel of the church in Laodicea write: The words of the Amen, the faithful and true witness, the origin of God’s creation: “I know your works; you are neither cold nor hot. I wish that you were either cold or hot. So, because you are lukewarm, and neither cold nor hot, I am about to spit you out of my mouth. For you say, ‘I am rich, I have prospered, and I need nothing.’ You do not realize that you are wretched, pitiable, poor, blind, and naked. Therefore I counsel you to buy from me gold refined by fire so that you may be rich; and white robes to clothe you and to keep the shame of your nakedness from being seen; and salve to anoint your eyes so that you may see. I reprove and discipline those whom I love. Be earnest, therefore, and repent. Listen! I am standing at the door, knocking; if you hear my voice and open the door, I will come in to you and eat with you, and you with me. To the one who conquers I will give a place with me on my throne, just as I myself conquered and sat down with my Father on his throne. Let anyone who has an ear listen to what the Spirit is saying to the churches.”
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
SERMON
“L is for Laodicea”
VIDEO
OFFERING OF MUSIC
“At the River” (arr. Aaron Copland)
Bruce Broquist, Tim Graf
OFFERING PRAYER
God of abundance beyond measure,
It feels like privilege to offer back to you even a portion of the blessings you have poured out upon us. Keep us ever-mindful of what we call our own, ever-seeking new ways to come alongside you in the creation of abundance for the world. Amen.
PRAYERS OF GOD’S PEOPLE
THE LORD’S PRAYER
BEFORE YOU GO
BENEDICTION
HYMN
“The Church’s One Foundation” ELW # 654
SENDING:
Go now in peace,
Love your God,
Serve your neighbor.
Thanks be to God!
POSTLUDE
“Awake My Heart With Gladness” (arr. Tim Graf)
Tim Graf
The Musicians for Today’s Worship
- Tim Graf (Director of Worship & Music)
- Barb Carroll (Organist)
- Bruce Broquist
- Linnae Stole
Prayers
As a community of faith we are connected through joy, sorrow, worship, and prayer. Please pray for the people listed below.
Your prayers are greatly appreciated!
We ask for God’s loving embrace to hold all those who mourn, especially:
- Jenny and Jeff Jiovanazzo and family on the death of Jenny’s brother Jason Price
- Nicole and Joel Andell on the death of Nicole’s sister, Jill
- Emily and Adam Ailie and family on the death of Emily’s mother, Nancy Strand
- Ken and Helen Adolf on the death of their daughter, Jill
- Carol Hagberg on the death of her brother Hal Kintigh
Prayers of Mourning:
Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord; O Lord, hear my voice. Psalm 130:1–2
For I am convinced that neither death nor life… nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord. Romans 8:38–39
Jesus said to her, ‘I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die’. John 11:25–26
As we are praying for all members of the St. Andrew community, this week we pray especially for God’s comfort, healing, protection, and strength to be present with:
- Prayers for Nancy Holte, Randy Holte’s wife
- Prayers for Marilyn Boorsma’s son in law, Bill
- Tammy Atarian’s Mother, Ilene
- Sandy Scott
- Prayers for David Lerseth and his group as they travel to Madagascar.
- Paul Skoog’s Sister in law, Kay
- Val Johnson
- Helen Abramson
Long Term Prayers:
- David Olson
- Paul Skoog’s Brother Dan
- Cindy Rodman
- Joyce Butler
- Jim and Racee Hornbacher
- Julie Bergquist
- John Rostad
- Gordon Gilbert
- Kathy Hoagland
- Dave & Sherri Anderson’s daughter, Sarah Anderson-Jacobson
- Ron Wolfbauer
- Dick Smith
- Tammi Ziesemann as she continues her cancer treatment
- For the people of Haiti enduring ongoing political upheaval, severe economic challenges, and gang-related violence.
- For the people of the Middle East and Ukraine – non-violence and peace.
- All those in the military serving our country
General Prayers:
Cast your cares on the Lord and he will sustain you. Psalm 55:22a
Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Matthew 11:28
Names will remain listed until more are added unless otherwise requested. To add a name to the prayer list, click Prayer Requests or contact Pastor Peter Johnson.
See what’s happening at St. Andrew
We want every camper and every family to be able to go to Spirit in the Pines! Check our openings and contact camp for more info.
Summer Socials are back! The CYF Team hosts a community event for all to enjoy and connect with others.
David trusted in his own abilities to overcome this giant of a person. In our Group we are here to overcome the “Giants” of raising a teen.
As most of you know, a Transition Task Force was created by the Church Council to prepare St. Andrew for the call of a new Senior Pastor.
Assist the pastors with distribution of the wine and bread for communion on the first and third Sundays mornings of the month. Training is available.
We invite you to be a part of our Funeral Reception Team, a rewarding and vital ministry at St. Andrew. Following a funeral, surround grieving families and friends with love and support by providing a comforting meal and warm hospitality.
Registration is open for our half-day preschool program at St. Andrew Early Learning!
There’s always something happening here at St. Andrew and we’re so glad to offer ministries and events for people of all ages! Visit our Events Page to see all of our events, and visit our Ministries Page to learn about all of our communities of faith!
The Pastors of St. Andrew
Pastor Peter Johnson
Interim Senior Pastor and Pastor of Service & Small Groups
Pastor Matthew Ian Fleming
Pastor of Teaching & Young Adults
Pastor Roger Schindel
Visitation Pastor
Pastor Sue Tjornehoj
Interim Transition Pastor