2.4.24 Bulletin & Announcements
Norman Davenport Lutheran Worship
Norman 11:00am & Davenport 5:00pm
Fifth Sunday after Epiphany - February 4th, 2024
Pastor Katie Kringstad
PRELUDE/BELL
WELCOME/ANNOUNCEMENTS:
P: “The Lord be with you!
R: And also, with you
GATHERING
This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it.
The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God.
GATHERING SONG Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise (ELW 834) vs 1-2
PEACE
CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS (ELW p. 94).
PRAYER OF THE DAY
Let us pray. A brief silence is kept before the prayer.
Everlasting God, you give strength to the weak and power to the faint. Make us agents of your healing and wholeness, that your good news may be made known to the ends of your creation, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
CHILDREN’S MOMENT
FIRST READING: Isaiah 40:21-31
PSALM: Psalm 147:1-11, 20c
SECOND READING: 1 Corinthians 9:16-23
HYMN OF THE DAY: Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (ELW 858) vs 1-2
GOSPEL: Mark 1:21-28
21[Jesus and his disciples] went to Capernaum; and when the sabbath came, he entered the synagogue and taught.22They were astounded at his teaching, for he taught them as one having authority, and not as the scribes. 23Just then there was in their synagogue a man with an unclean spirit, 24and he cried out, “What have you to do with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us? I know who you are, the Holy One of God.” 25But Jesus rebuked him, saying, “Be silent, and come out of him!” 26And the unclean spirit, convulsing him and crying with a loud voice, came out of him. 27They were all amazed, and they kept on asking one another, “What is this? A new teaching—with authority! He commands even the unclean spirits, and they obey him.” 28At once his fame began to spread throughout the surrounding region of Galilee.
SERMON:
HYMN OF THE DAY: Praise to the Lord, the Almighty (ELW 858) vs 3–4
APOSTLE’S CREED –
I believe in God, the Father almighty,
creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord,
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
born of the virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried;
he descended to the dead.*
On the third day he rose again;
he ascended into heaven,
he is seated at the right hand of the Father,
and he will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting. Amen.
OFFERING SONG: Let the Whole Creation Cry (ELW 876)
OFFERING PRAYER (ELW p. 152)
Let us pray. Blessed are you, O God, maker of all things. Through your goodness, you have blessed us with these gifts: ourselves, our time, and our possessions. Use us, and what we have gathered, in feeding the world with your love, through the one who gave himself for us, Jesus Christ, our Savior, and Lord. Amen.
PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION
As we celebrate Christ embodied in human form, we pray for God’s blessing on the church, the world, and all of creation. A brief silence.
Everlasting God, you bring your healing power to the church. Give your church a spirit of unity and prayer, that we discern your way for us in the world. God of grace, receive our prayer.
Creator of the ends of the earth, you make the grass grow and send rain for the soil. Bring your creation into harmony and balance. Give animals their food and provide healthy shelter for your people. Inspire us to honor the miraculous beauty of all you have made. God of grace, receive our prayer.
God without equal, your steadfast love endures forever. Bring the leaders, elected officials, and peacekeepers of our towns and countries into understanding and unity. Guide them to serve with compassion and understanding. God of grace, receive our prayer.
God who strengthens, you lift up with your hand any who are suffering. Heal those who are brokenhearted and strengthen the weak and all in need. God of grace, receive our prayer.
God who gives power to the faint, challenge us to share the faith stories of what God has done in our lives. Open us to receive the unique ways God is at work in your people, especially those whose perspectives challenge our own. God of grace, receive our prayer.
God who calls each star by name, we remember all who have died. Shelter all who mourn with your mercy and care, and give us hope in your promised salvation. God of grace, receive our prayer.
Knowing the Holy Spirit intercedes for us, we offer these prayers and the silent prayers of our hearts in the name of our Savior, Jesus Christ. Amen.
SENDING God blesses us and sends us in mission to the world.
BLESSING (ELW p. 155)
The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord’s face shine upon and be gracious to you.
The Lord look upon you with favor and ☩ give you peace. In the name of the Father, Son & Holy Spirit. Amen.
SENDING SONG: Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise (ELW 834) vs 3-4
DISMISSAL Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God.
PRAYER REQUESTS- Pastor Katie, Garret Fenner & family, Shirley Berg, Harold Ebens, Pastor Phil Larsen and family, Trudy Torgerson, Carol Malone, Bonnie Plath, Arlene Haux, Tanya Ausk, and Erickson family. Please pray for our elders.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
FEBRUARY WORSHIP
Davenport Worship at 9:00am with Sunday School during Worship 9:15-10
Norman will Worship at 11:00am with Sunday School during Worship 11:15-12:00pm
*TODAY--Davenport Lutherans Sunday Evening Community Supper Hour begins tonight, February 4th 5pm at Davenport School. All are welcome to our first monthly supper church! Come join us for a wonderful (free) fellowship meal, short inspiring devotional from Pastor Katie, with fun kids’ activities and get to know your neighbor! Bring your family, friend, and a neighbor! All are welcome! Would love to see you there!
*Monday, February 5, Parish Council Meeting 7pm at Davenport Lutheran (AA meeting in Norman fellowship hall)
*THIS THURSDAY, Feb 8th DLC Bingo at Supper Club in Davenport 7pm
IMMEDIATE NEED AT KINDRED COMMUNITY FOOD PANTRY The food pantry has been busy this week – we are in need of everything except vegetables. We need canned fruit, canned chicken, hamburger/tuna helper meals, rice, oatmeal, peanut butter, jelly, pasta sauce, canned tomatoes, pancake mix, syrup, snacks – kid friendly, crackers – any kind, and toiletries – shampoo and conditioner, body wash, soap, cleaning products, toilet paper. Items can be dropped off at Kindred Lutheran Monday-Thursday 9am-4pm. Or you may bring to our churches and we will see that it gets to the pantry. Thank you!
*Parish Family Ice Skating Event at The Lights in West Fargo Sunday, March 3 6:00-8:00pm. Signup coming soon.
*Parish Youth Ski Trip in the planning. Ski Trip has been moved to Sunday, March 17th. More details for registration and cost will be forthcoming soon. Mark your calendars!
*Youth (6-12) Fundraising Opportunity for Upward Basketball events throughout the next several Saturdays. See signup genius or talk to Amity Johnson. There are still a few time spots available to volunteer.
*We continue to help provide snacks for the elementary school. You may leave individually wrapped items such as applesauce pouches or fruit cups, granola bars, etc… at the church and they will be taken to the school. Thanks!
*Bible Study Recap with Erin for Feb/March
Wed, February 7th 7-7:45pm at Norman
Wed, Feb 28th immediately following Lent Worship at Norman
Wed, March 13th immediately following Lent Worship at Norman
Wed, March 20th immediately following Lent Worship at Davenport
-Interested in joining Bible Study? Contact Erin Westby with questions erin.westby@hotmail.com 701-730-0779.
*Youth (9-12 grade) Bible Study with Josiah during 11am Worship at Norman
Feb 25
March 24
April 21
May 19
**Opportunity to support our local organizations if you can… Kindred Area Food Pantry KAMA Backpack program Walk in Faith (former boot/shoe run) Norman Lutheran Foundation Again, we Thank you!
Community Events-
-Storytime at Kindred Library Saturday, Feb 17 10am
-Saturday, Feb 17th 4pm-8pm Colfax Fire & Rescue Dept 30th Annual Prime Rib Supper -Richland School 101 Main Ave, Colfax. Wonderful meal, raffle, and silent auction.
