The Story of Love
The world-changing events of Holy Week begin with Palm Sunday, when Jesus courageously enters Jerusalem with purpose and, more importantly, compassion for the city that will turn on him. Cries of “hosanna” by the crowds turn to cries of “crucify him”. We hear again the greatest story ever told and we join in worship with all creation: if we were silent, even the stones would cry out to sing of this divine love for humanity.
9:00 AM Service
Bulletin
PRELUDE
“Vocalise” (Sergei Rachmaninoff)
Gary Denbow, Tim Graf
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
ANNIVERSARY APPEAL MOMENT & VIDEO
CALL TO WORSHIP
“Pave the Way with Branches” (Bret Hesla)
Starlight Singers, Sonshine Singers
PROCESSIONAL GOSPEL
Luke 19:28-40
After he had said this, he went on ahead, going up to Jerusalem. When he had come near Bethphage and Bethany, at the place called the Mount of Olives, he sent two of the disciples, saying, “Go into the village ahead of you, and as you enter it you will find tied there a colt that has never been ridden. Untie it and bring it here. If anyone asks you, ‘Why are you untying it?’ just say this, ‘The Lord needs it.’” So those who were sent departed and found it as he had told them. As they were untying the colt, its owners asked them, “Why are you untying the colt?” They said, “The Lord needs it.” Then they brought it to Jesus; and after throwing their cloaks on the colt, they set Jesus on it. As he rode along, people kept spreading their cloaks on the road. As he was now approaching the path down from the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to praise God joyfully with a loud voice for all the deeds of power that they had seen, saying, “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord! Peace in heaven, and glory in the highest heaven!” Some of the Pharisees in the crowd said to him, “Teacher, order your disciples to stop.” He answered, “I tell you, if these were silent, the stones would shout out.”
The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
GATHERING HYMN
“All Glory, Laud and Honor” (St. 1-3)
ELW # 344
PRAYER OF THE DAY
Everlasting God, in your endless love for the human race you sent our Lord Jesus Christ to take on our nature and to suffer death on the cross. In your mercy enable us to share in his obedience to your will and in the glorious victory of his resurrection, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
A JOURNEY THROUGH HOLY WEEK
- PALM SUNDAY
Jesus Enters Jerusalem (Children’s Message)
Shawna Berg
ANTHEM
“African Sanctus” (Benjamin Harlan)
Canticle Choir, Hannah Fleming, Jill Boyd, Reilly Orner (Percussion), Larry Bach (Director)
- MAUNDY THURSDAY
Jesus Washes His Disciples’ Feet
Pastor Matthew
OFFERING OF MUSIC
“Humble King”
Tim Graf, Rebecca Hammond, Gary Denbow
- MAUNDY THURSDAY
Jesus Prays in the Garden
Pastor Peter
PRAYERS OF GOD’S PEOPLE
THE LORD’S PRAYER
- GOOD FRIDAY
Christ’s Passion
Pastor Kristin
SONG
“Jesus” (Rich Mullins)
Rebecca Hammond, Tim Graf, Gary Denbow, Brian Evans (sacred dance)
BENEDICTION
HYMN
“My Song is Love Unknown” (St. 1-3, 6)
ELW # 343
SENDING
Go in peace. Walk in the way of the Lord.
Thanks be to God!
POSTLUDE
“Ride on, Ride on in Majesty”
Gary Denbow, Tim Graf
Musicians for today’s worship
- Tim Graf (Director of Worship & Music)
- Gary Denbow
- Rebecca Hammond
- Brian Evans (sacred dance)
- Reilly Orner (Percussion)
- Sonshine Singers
- Jill Boyd (Director)
- Starlight Singers
- Hannah Fleming (Director)
- Canticle Choir
- Larry Bach (Director)
10:30 AM Service
Bulletin
PRELUDE
“Vocalise” (Sergei Rachmaninoff)
Gary Denbow, Tim Graf
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
ANNIVERSARY APPEAL MOMENT & VIDEO
PROCESSIONAL GOSPEL
Luke 19:28-40
After he had said this, he went on ahead, going up to Jerusalem. When he had come near Bethphage and Bethany, at the place called the Mount of Olives, he sent two of the disciples, saying, “Go into the village ahead of you, and as you enter it you will find tied there a colt that has never been ridden. Untie it and bring it here. If anyone asks you, ‘Why are you untying it?’ just say this, ‘The Lord needs it.’” So those who were sent departed and found it as he had told them. As they were untying the colt, its owners asked them, “Why are you untying the colt?” They said, “The Lord needs it.” Then they brought it to Jesus; and after throwing their cloaks on the colt, they set Jesus on it. As he rode along, people kept spreading their cloaks on the road. As he was now approaching the path down from the Mount of Olives, the whole multitude of the disciples began to praise God joyfully with a loud voice for all the deeds of power that they had seen, saying, “Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord! Peace in heaven, and glory in the highest heaven!” Some of the Pharisees in the crowd said to him, “Teacher, order your disciples to stop.” He answered, “I tell you, if these were silent, the stones would shout out.”
The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
OPENING SONG
“King of Glory”
PRAYER OF THE DAY
Everlasting God, in your endless love for the human race you sent our Lord Jesus Christ to take on our nature and to suffer death on the cross. In your mercy enable us to share in his obedience to your will and in the glorious victory of his resurrection, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
A JOURNEY THROUGH HOLY WEEK
- PALM SUNDAY
Jesus Enters Jerusalem (Children’s Message)
Shawna Berg
SONG
“Right Here” (Tim Graf)
Tim Graf, Rebecca Hammond, Worship Band
- MAUNDY THURSDAY
Jesus Washes His Disciples’ Feet
Pastor Matthew
OFFERING OF MUSIC
“Humble King”
Tim Graf, Rebecca Hammond, Worship Band
- MAUNDY THURSDAY
Jesus Prays in the Garden
Pastor Peter
PRAYERS OF GOD’S PEOPLE
THE LORD’S PRAYER
- GOOD FRIDAY
Christ’s Passion
Pastor Kristin
SONG
“Jesus” (Rich Mullins)
Rebecca Hammond, Tim Graf, Gary Denbow, Brian Evans (sacred dance)
BENEDICTION
HYMN
“Were You There”
SENDING
Go in peace. Walk in the way of the Lord.
Thanks be to God!
POSTLUDE
“Ride on, Ride on in Majesty”
Gary Denbow, Tim Graf
Musicians for today’s worship
- Tim Graf (Director of Worship & Music)
- Starlight Singers
- Hannah Fleming (Director)
- Sonshine Singers
- Jill Boyd (Director)
- Gary Denbow
- Rebecca Hammond
- Brian Evans (sacred dance)
- Reilly Orner (Percussion)
- Canticle Choir
- Larry Bach (Director)
Prayers
As a community of faith, we are connected through joy, sorrow, worship, and prayer. Please pray for the people listed below.
Prayers of Mourning
We ask for God’s loving embrace to hold all those who mourn, especially:
- Mary Vilmo and family in the death of her husband Dean
- The family of Dave Anderson, especially his daughters Chris and Sarah
- Gail and Scott Kleven and family mourning the death of Gail’s mother, Delores Cornelius
- Anne Rohe and family mourning the death of Anne’s mother, Phyllis Hufnagle
- Pastor David Lerseth and family mourning the death of his brother, Reverend Paul Lerseth.
- Rose and Abby Eveneson mourning the death of their mother, Kathi Evenson
Prayers of Healing and General Prayers
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:
- Dalton Dewey
- Dean Vilmo
- Jan Anderson
- Roxy Benson
- Ted and Blake Hermann
- Wendy Price
- Denise and Eric Stilnes
Long Term Prayers
- Donna Jones and her family
- Collin Buzzel
- Crosby Urlick
- Nicholas Priest
- Madelyn Astry
- Paul Skoog’s Brother, Dan
- Jim Hornbacher
- Julie Bergquist
- John Rostad
- Kathy Hoagland
- Ron Wolfbauer
- For the people of Haiti, who are 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 who are serving our country.
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 Kristin.