No one was saying "He is risen indeed" the first Easter. Rather there was fear and confusion summarized in the Gospel of Luke by the word "marveling." There are many today who also marvel-if God loves us and is all powerful why are there accidents, illnesses and death. While we can't answer that question, as the answer is different for each person and situation, on the basis of the Easter story there are definitely two comforting things that can be said. We will look at the unique words of Jesus in the Gospel of Luke and how they give faith to the marveling.
Liturgist and Preacher: Pastor John Lukomski; Reader: Devin Brakenhoff; Rite of Baptism: Pastor Paul Moldenhauer.
Order of service:
Readings:
- Reflection on God's Forgiveness is from Romans 5:8-11
- Psalm reading is from Psalm 148
- Acts reading is from Acts 5:12–32
- New Testament reading is from Revelation 1:4–18
- Holy Gospel is from John 20:19–31
Songs and Hymns:
- Lift High the Cross
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Tune: Sydney H. Nicholson, 1875–1947; Sydney H. Nicholson, 1875–1947
Text: George W. Kitchin, 1827–1912; rev. Michael R. Newbolt, 1874–1956, alt.; (sts. ref–5): tr. Leopoldo Gros, 1925–2013
© 1974 Hope Publishing Co.
Used with permission: LSB Hymn License #110001220 - Jesus Loves Me
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Text by Anna B. Warner
Tune by William B. Bradbury
Public domain - By Faith
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Text and tune by Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, and Stuart Townend
© 2009 Thankyou Music | © Getty Music
Used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740 - We Believe
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Matthew Hooper, Richie Fike, Travis Ryan;
© Integrity Worship Music; © Integrity’s Praise! Music;
© Life Worship; © Travis Ryan Music;
Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740. - My Faith Looks Up to Thee
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Text: Ray Palmer, 1808–87
Tune: Lowell Mason, 1792–1872
Text and tune: Public domain - Merciful God
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Keith Getty, Kristyn Getty, Stuart Townend
© 2006 Thankyou Music
Used with permission: CCLI license #20286740 - Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness
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Text by Rusty Edwards, © 1987 Hope Publishing Co.
Used with permission, LSB Hymn License #110001220
Tune by The Sacred Harp, 1844, public domain - Go, My Children, with My Blessing
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Text: Jaroslav J. Vajda, 1919–2008, © 1983 Concordia Publishing House;
Tune: Welsh, 18th cent.;
Used with permission: LSB Hymn License #110001220.
Liturgies:
- Gloria in Excelsis
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
- Sanctus
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
- Agnus Dei
- Text: Stephen P. Starke
Recording:
- Audio:
- Video:
- Watch on YouTube
Announcements:
- Sunday, Apr 27:
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- Worship Service (Pastor John Lukomski): 9 AM to 10:15 AM
- Sunday School and Youth Confirmation: 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM
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Sanctuary
- Adult Bible Study: 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM
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Fellowship Hall
- Wednesday, Apr 30:
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- Men’s Bible Study: 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM
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Downstairs.
- Jr & Sr High Youth Group @ Staake Home: 6:30 PM to 8 PM
- Thursday, May 1:
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- AA Meeting: 6:30 PM
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Downstairs.
- Saturday, May 3:
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- Circle of Friends: 10 AM to 11:30 AM
- AA Meeting: 1:30 PM
- Sunday, May 4:
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- Congregational Meeting: 11 AM
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All St. James members: Please mark your calendar for next Sunday, May 4th for a congregational meeting to be held following worship. The Call Committee will present recommendations, and we will vote on the pastoral call.
- St James Night at Busch Stadium
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Join us for a night of baseball at Busch Stadium on Monday, June 9th at 6:45 PM! It will be the Cardinals vs. the Blue Jays and it’s sure to be a great night!
Tickets are located in section 235 and are complimentary but do require a reservation. Please contact Rosie Ellington to reserve your tickets. Tickets are limited so act NOW!
Tickets will be distributed at the end of May.
- When Did I Get Saved?
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You are a Christian. There was a moment in time when you were brought into the family of God. But exactly when did that happen? And is it important that we know the precise time that conversion became a reality? That’s the subject of our newest episode of Craving Answers Craving God.
- 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 Baker
Adult Bible Study Leaders: Shala BakerWe are planning a VBS-style Summer Sunday School program centered on the Fruits of the Spirit.
- This program will last all of June and July (9 weeks).
- We need adult volunteers for each week of the program.
- If you would like to volunteer, please contact William at 618-407-4558 or williamellington@saintjamesglencarbon.org
Building Sisterhood – a women’s event is scheduled for Saturday, August 9th. Watch the bulletins for more information and registration. Questions – Call Cheryl 618-531-2186.
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@saintjamesglencarbon.org.
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