What’s Going on Here? – The Day of Pentecost

On the day of Pentecost, something remarkable happened—something that made people stop and ask, “What’s going on here?” In this week’s service, we reflect on the outpouring of the Holy Spirit and what it means for the Church today. The coming of the Spirit marks the beginning of a new era—God’s mission through Jesus has been completed, and now, empowered by the Spirit, God’s people are sent to proclaim that mission to the world.

As we remember that Pentecost was originally a Jewish pilgrim festival, we see how, on that particular day, the Spirit came with power and purpose. The disciples were given words to speak, and every listener heard in their own language. This miraculous moment signaled that we are now living in the "last days," the time in which God's full plan of salvation in Jesus has been revealed.

But what does this mean for us? As those who have received the Holy Spirit, we are called to be proclaimers too. Do our lives reflect this calling? If not, how can we be renewed in our purpose?

Join us as we explore these questions and rejoice in the Spirit who equips us to live out our faith with boldness and clarity.

Liturgist and Preacher: Rev. Dr. George J. Gude; Reader: Devin Brakenhoff

Order of service:

The Day of Pentecost, Jun 8, 2025

Readings:

Reflection on God's Forgiveness is from Isaiah 44:21-23

Psalm reading is from Psalm 143

Old Testament reading is from Genesis 11:1–9

Acts reading is from Acts 2:1–21

Holy Gospel is from John 14:23–31

Songs and Hymns:

O Holy Spirit, Enter In

Text: Michael Schirmer, 1606–73, adapt.
(sts. 1, 3): tr. Catherine Winkworth, 1827–78, alt.
(st. 2): tr. The Lutheran Hymnal, 1941, alt.
Tune: Philipp Nicolai, 1556–1608
Text and tune: Public domain

Holy Spirit, Ever Dwelling

Text: Timothy Rees, 1874–1939, alt.
Tune: Oude en Nieuwe Hollantse . . . Contradanseu, c. 1710, Amsterdam
Text and tune: Public domain

Your Table I Approach

Text: Gerhard Wolter Molanus, 1633–1722; tr. Matthias Loy, 1828–1915, alt.
Tune: Trente quatre Pseaumes de David, 1551, Geneva, ed. Louis Bourgeois
Text and tune: Public domain

What Is This Bread

Text: Frederic W. Baue
Tune: Jean Neuhauser Baue
© 1991 Fred and Jean Baue, used with permission, LSB Hymn License no. 110001220

Sent Forth by God’s Blessing

Text: Omer E. Westendorf
© 1964 World Library Publications, used with permission, CCLI license # 20286740
Tune: Welsh, public domain

Holy Spirit, Light Divine

Text: Andrew Reed, 1787–1862, alt.
Tune: Orlando Gibbons, 1583–1625
Text and tune: Public domain

Liturgies:

Gloria in Excelsis

Text: Stephen P. Starke

Sanctus

Text: Stephen P. Starke

Agnus Dei

Text: Stephen P. Starke

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Announcements:

Sunday, Jun 8:

Worship Service (Rev. Dr. George J. Gude): 9 AM to 10:15 AM

Sunday School and Youth Confirmation: 10:30 AM to 11:45 AM

Sanctuary.

Adult Bible Study and Youth Confirmation: 10:45 AM to 11:45 AM

Downstairs.

Wednesday, Jun 11:

Men’s Bible Study: 6:30 AM to 7:30 AM

Downstairs.

Community Group: 10 AM to 11:30 AM

St. James Fellowship Hall with Bob & Marilyn Whipkey.

Jr & Sr High Youth Group @ Staake Home: 6:30 PM to 8 PM

Thursday, Jun 12:

AA Meeting: 6:30 PM

Downstairs.

Saturday, Jun 14:

Youth Yard Sale

Donations can be dropped off at the church on the 11th & 12th (Wednesday & Thursday) from 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM and Friday, June 13 from 3-5:30 PM. Questions? See Brandy Gearns or contact the church office.

AA Meeting: 1:30 PM