When Jesus ascended to the right hand of his Father, he was given complete power and lordship over everything in heaven and earth. Also, through his ascension he now "fills all things", so that he is ubiquitously present with his whole church on earth. And now, through his ascension, he gives good gifts to his people so that we can be empowered to love and serve each other and our community in Jesus' presence and power.
Readings and sermon were delivered by Pastor Aaron Mueller.
Order of service:
Readings:
- Reflection on God's Forgiveness is from Isaiah 44:21-23
- Psalm reading is from Psalm 47
- Old Testament reading is from Daniel 7:1–14
- Epistle reading is from Ephesians 1:15–23; 4:1–13
- Holy Gospel is from Luke 24:44–53
Songs and Hymns:
- Come, Thou Almighty King
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Text is English
Tune by Felice de Giardini
Public domain - All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name
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Text: Edward Perronet
Tune: Oliver Holden
Text and tune are public domain - Song Of Moses
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Aaron Keyes, Ben Smith, Chris Moerman, Graham Kendrick, Joseph Barrett;
© Barrett Daddy Music; Flock Street Music; Itisreal Music.Com;
© Thankyou Music; worshiptogether.com songs; Make Way Music;
Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740A. - Alleluia! Jesus Is Risen
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Text: Herbert F. Brokering, 1926–2009; © 1995 Augsburg Fortress
Tune: David N. Johnson, 1922–87; © 1968 Augsburg Publishing House
Used with permission: LSB Hymn License #110001220 - All You Works of God, Bless the Lord
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Text: Stephen P. Starke, 1955, © 1995 Stephen P. Starke.
Tune: Jamaican; adapt. Doreen Potter, 1925–80, © 1975 Hope Publishing Co.
Used with permission: LSB Hymn License #110001220. - Oh, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing
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Text: Charles Wesley
Tune: Carl G. Glaser
Public domain
Liturgies:
- Gloria in Excelsis
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
- Sanctus
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
- Agnus Dei
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
- Nunc Dimittis
Recording:
- Audio:
- Video:
- Watch on YouTube
Announcements:
- Sunday, May 12:
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- Worship Service: 9 AM to 10:15 AM
- Adult Bible Study and Sunday School: 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
- Wednesday, May 15:
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- Men’s Bible Study: 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM
- Youth Group: 6:30 PM to 8 PM
- Saturday, May 18:
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- Women’s Bible Study: 9 AM to 10:30 AM
- Ministry Spotlight – St. James Education Team
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- Education Deacon: William Ellington
- Sunday School Teachers: William Ellington, Eric Robinson, Stacey Staake, Nic Schatte, McKenzie Brakenhoff, Suzie Robinson, Shala Carson
- Adult Bible Study Leaders: Aaron Mueller, Tina Barnard
Check out our Women’s Bible Study I Have Set My King on Zion:
- Saturdays, 9-10:30 AM, Fellowship Hall – 12 weeks long
- If you plan to bring your kids, please contact William at 618-407-4558 or williamellington@stjamesglencarbon.org
We are planning a VBS-style Summer Sunday School program centered on the Armor of God (Ephesians 6).
- This program will last all of June and July (9 weeks). We will have a launch party during Sunday School on June 2. We will have a closing party during Sunday School on July 28.
- We are looking for adult volunteers for each week of the program.
- If you would like to volunteer, please contact William at 618-407-4558 or williamellington@stjamesglencarbon.org
We are always looking for new teachers and substitute teachers! Help us cultivate a knowledge of and love for God’s word! If you would like to serve our church in this way, please contact William at 618-407-4558 or williamellington@stjamesglencarbon.org.
- Women's Bible Study Schedule Update
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Women’s Bible Study will not meet May 18 or 25.
- Youth Annual Yard Sale
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As you start your Spring Cleaning, please be looking for items that you would be willing to donate to the Youth Yard Sale. The Yard Sale will be on Saturday, June 15. Items can be dropped off at church the week before. Funds raised will help with expenses for the Mission Trip and the 2025 Youth Gathering.
- Glen Carbon’s Covered Bridge 5K
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St. James is excited to be supporting the Glen Carbon’s Covered Bridge 5K with volunteers on race day. This is a great community support opportunity for individuals and families. You can serve on the support team on race day; run the race if you’d like; and stay for the festivities of the Glen Carbon Homecoming!
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Date:
June 15, 2024 -
Place:
Covered Bridge, Main Street
198 S. Main Street, Glen Carbon, IL -
Sign up:
St. James’ Church Office Bulletin Board Sign-up sheet
or contact Jen Weber, jenweber@stjamesglencarbon.org or the church office.
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Date:
- St. James Ministry Plan
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The ministry plan is available today in the narthex, on the bulletin board, on the homepage of our website and has been sent to all members via email (if your current email is on file in the church office) and standard mail to each member household. If you have not received the plan and would like it mailed or emailed to you, please contact Cheryl in the church office.
- Full-time English Teacher Needed at Metro-East Lutheran High School
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Metro-East Lutheran High School has an opening for a full-time English teacher to join our dynamic and growing school community for the 24/25 school year. Interested candidates should send a resume to Dr. Jay Krause, Principal, at jay.krause@melhs.org. If you have specific questions please call 618-656-0043.
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