3.29.26 Bulletin & Announcements
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Norman Davenport Lutheran Worship
Sunday, March 29th 2026
Palm Sunday and Believe Sermon Series-Chapter 25-Hope Pastor Katie Kringstad
701-429-3374 pastorkatiend@gmail.com
Norman Lutheran Church: The mission of Norman Lutheran Church is "Growing our Faith; Extending His Kingdom"
Davenport Lutheran Church: The mission of Davenport Lutheran Church is "Welcome All, To Love and Serve Like Jesus"
PRELUDE/BELLS
WELCOME: P: “The Lord be with you! R: And also, with you
GATHERING- ANNOUNCEMENTS:
Blessing of Palms (ELW p. 256)
The Lord be with you. And also with you.
Let us pray. (A brief silence kept.)
We praise you, O God, for redeeming the world through our Savior Jesus Christ. Today he entered the holy city in triumph and was proclaimed messiah and king by those who spread garments and branches along his way. Bless these branches and those who carry them. Grant us grace to follow our Lord in the way of the cross, so that, joined to his death and resurrection, we enter into life with you; through the same Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
KIDS SINGING
GATHERING SONG: Prepare the Royal Highway (264) vs 1-2 Peace
Confession and Forgiveness (ELW p. 94).
Kyrie
Canticle of Praise
Prayer of the Day
As we now enter into the contemplation of the passion of our Lord Jesus Christ and meditate on the salvation of the world through his sufferings, death, burial, and resurrection, let us pray. (Silence is kept.)
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.
LORD’S PRAYER- Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name, thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses,
as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen.
CHILDREN’S MOMENT
Reading: Hebrews 6:19–20a
19 We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure. It enters the inner sanctuary behind the curtain, 20 where our forerunner, Jesus, has entered on our behalf. He has become a high priest forever, in the order of Melchizedek.
Psalm: Psalm 31:9-16
9 Have mercy on me, O Lord, for I am in trouble; my eye is consumed with sorrow, and also my throat and my belly. ALL- 10 For my life is wasted with grief, and my years with sighing; my strength fails me because of affliction, and my bones are consumed.11 I am the scorn of all my enemies, a disgrace to my neighbors, a dismay to my acquaintances; when they see me in the street they avoid me. ALL- 12 Like the dead I am forgotten, out of mind; I am as useless as a broken pot. 13 For I have heard the whispering of the crowd; fear is all around; they put their heads together against me; they plot to take my life. ALL- 14 But as for me, I have trusted in you, O Lord. I have said, “You are my God.15 My times are in your hand; rescue me from the hand of my enemies, and from those who persecute me. ALL- 16 Let your face shine upon your servant; save me in your steadfast love.”
Hymn of the Day: All Glory, Laud, and Honor (ELW 344) vs 1-2
GOSPEL: Luke 2:22–35
The holy gospel according to Luke ALL- Glory to you, O Lord.
22 When the time came for the purification rites required by the Law of Moses, Joseph and Mary took him to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord 23 (as it is written in the Law of the Lord, “Every firstborn male is to be consecrated to the Lord”[a]), 24 and to offer a sacrifice in keeping with what is said in the Law of the Lord: “a pair of doves or two young pigeons.”[b]
25 Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him. 26 It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. 27 Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what the custom of the Law required, 28 Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying:
29 “Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you may now dismiss[c] your servant in peace.30 For my eyes have seen your salvation, 31 which you have prepared in the sight of all nations:32 a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of your people Israel.”
33 The child’s father and mother marveled at what was said about him. 34 Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: “This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, 35 so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too.”
The gospel of the Lord. ALL- Praise to you, O Christ.
SERMON – 25 - Hope
Hymn OF THE DAY: All Glory, Laud, and Honor (ELW 344) 3-5
APostles’ 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.
Prayers of Intercession
Reconciled by God’s mercy and sustained by God’s presence, let us pray for the world and its needs. A brief silence.
O God, you announce words of grace and truth. Give wisdom to all preachers in your church both globally and locally. Open our hearts to encounter the infinite life you offer in Jesus. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
You hold the whole universe. Gather sun and moon, clouds and stars, land and sea, and plants and animals around the cross, so that all creation bears witness to your saving love. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Your power is sure. Destroy inequity and division in every place, and build your beloved community among all people. Guide judges, attorneys, and juries so that they act with justice and fairness. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Your heart breaks open at our pain. Send healing and vindication to all who, like Jesus, know the sting of betrayal, denial, abuse, or false accusations. Be with those experiencing pain or loss this day. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Your ways show compassion. Let this same mind be in us as we enter Holy Week. Bless those here who will lead worship and tell the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
O God, your embrace is eternal. Praise and thanks to you for all the faithful departed who rest in your mercy. Deliver us all from death’s power and raise us to life in you. Hear us, O God.
Your mercy is great.
Receive our prayers, O God, through Jesus Christ, our strength and salvation.
Amen.
OFFERING SONG – Restore in Us, O God (328) Davenport
How Great Thou Art – Darlan Fatland – Norman Lutheran
OFFERING PRAYER: Blessed are you, O God, maker of all things. Through your goodness you have blessed us with these gifts: our selves, 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.
Sending Blessing
Sending Song: Prepare the Royal Highway (264) vs 3-4
Dismissal Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God.
PRAYER REQUESTS- family & friends of Jorgene Alsager, Beau Remmick, Pastor Karin Moberg, Wayne Jermstad, Pastor Ryan Patenaude, Polly Roe, family & friends of Dave Christianson, Linda Haugen, Matt Lunde, Garritt Lunde, Wyatt Simley & Family, Joan Pratt, Camden Anderson & family, Carol Malone, Garret Fenner & family, Trudy Torgerson, Tanya Ausk, and Erickson family. Please pray for our elders.
ANNOUNCEMENTS-
**April Worship Davenport 9:00am & Norman 11:00am – Sunday School during Worship-
*Council Meeting Wednesday, April 15th 7:30pm at Norman church
*Thank you everyone for the monetary donations for the KAMA Baskets.
*There will be an 80th Birthday celebration for Gwen Lunde on Sunday, April 19th following 9am worship services at Davenport Lutheran. Join us in wishing Gwen a happy birthday for treats at Davenport Lutheran Church.
* NORMAN DAVENPORT PARISH HOLY WEEK
Thursday, April 2nd – Parish Maundy Thursday Worship– at Norman Church –7:00 p.m. (no meal this night) 5th grade First Communion. All are welcome!
Friday, April 3rd – Parish Good Friday Worship – at Davenport Church – 7:00 p.m. (no meal this night) All are welcome!
Sunday, April 5th – Easter Sunday – Davenport Lutheran – 9:00 a.m. Norman Lutheran – 11:00 a.m.
*Ladies- Aspire Women’s Event is coming soon! Saturday, April 25th 2026 at Martin’s Lutheran Church, Casselton. Group tickets are available. Purchase tickets at 480-812-1100 or online at: ASPIREWOMENSEVENT.COM One night-three hours just for Women. An evening full of laughter, learning, stories and music. Show starts at 6:00pm.
Believe: Norman Faith & Fellowship Is BACK! Norman Faith & Fellowship is at 10:00 a.m. in the Norman Fellowship Hall but will be taking a break on Palm Sunday (3/29) and Easter Sunday (4/5). The rest of the weeks through May 3rd, we’ll gather as a faith community in an informal, come-as-you-are setting to preview that Sunday’s message from Pastor Katie’s Believe sermon series. Men, women, kids…everyone is welcome! Children’s activities will be provided. There’s no pressure, no preparation, and no weekly commitment, so come whenever you can. Each chapter stands on its own, so even if you missed the fall sessions, you can jump in at any time! Questions? 701-367-5354 (Andy) or 701-730-0779 (Erin). We hope to see you there!
**Planning to declutter or downsize? Davenport Lutheran Church would love your donations. Our annual community rummage sale sponsored by Davenport Lutheran Church will be on Saturday, June 13 as we celebrate Davenport Days. Since the volume of donations has grown over the past years, we will be hosting the rummage sale at the Davenport Community Center (at the Davenport school gym). More information to follow.
March Community Opportunities- Kindred Area Food Pantry- Breakfast items (Poptarts, Nutrigrain bars, cereal).
Community Closet- Liquid laundry soap
Viking Village- teen feminine hygiene
*Walk in Faith- March items from our Parish- any items listed above for the Pantry, Closet and Viking Village.
Bone Builders - Davenport Mon & Thurs 9:30-10:30 at old school Kindred- Mon & Fri 10:30-11:30 @ City Hall
AA Meeting- Monday 7pm @ Norman Go to ndparish.net to volunteer treats for the meetings.
*KLC Community Senior Meals- for April. RSVP to
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