5.25.25 Bulletin & Announcements
- Norman-Davenport Lutheran Parish
- May 25
- 6 min read
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. Peace
Confession and Forgiveness (ELW p. 94).
PRAYER OF THE DAY: (unison)
Let us pray. A brief silence is kept before the prayer.
ALL- Bountiful God, you gather your people into your realm, and you promise us food from your tree of life. Nourish us with your word, that empowered by your Spirit we may love one another and the world you have made, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
GATHERING SONG: Amazing Grace vs # 779 vs 1-2
HOLY COMMUNION
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 –
PRAYER FOR MEMORIAL DAY – Almighty God, you are our strength and our shield. We give you thanks for the men and women of our armed forces, past and present, and especially for those who have died while serving. May their sacrifices serve the cause of peace, and may our nation be ever grateful for their service. With your wisdom and strength guide our military's leaders, and give to all people a desire for justice and peace. We pray in the name of Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
OFFERING SONG: This is the Day
This is the day, this is the day
That the Lord has made, that the Lord has made
I will rejoice, I will rejoice
And be glad in it, glad in it
This is the day that the Lord has made
I will rejoice and be glad in it
This is the day, this is the day
That the Lord has made
This is the day, this is the day
That the Lord has made, that the Lord has made
We will rejoice, We will rejoice
And be glad in it, glad in it
This is the day
That the Lord has made
We will rejoice and be glad in it
This is the day
This is the day that the Lord has made
OFFERING PRAYER: (unison)
ALL- Blessed are you, O God, ruler of heaven and earth. Day by day you shower us with blessings. As you have raised us to new life in Christ, give us glad and generous hearts, ready to praise you and to respond to those in need, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
READING: John 14:23-29
The holy gospel according to John.
ALL- Glory to you, O Lord.
As Jesus talks of returning to the Father, he promises to send the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, who will teach Jesus’ followers and remind them of all that Jesus taught. Even more, those in whom God makes a home will experience a peace that overcomes fear.
23 Jesus answered [Judas (not Iscariot),] “Those who love me will keep my word, and my Father will love them, and we will come to them and make our home with them. 24 Whoever does not love me does not keep my words; and the word that you hear is not mine, but is from the Father who sent me.
25 “I have said these things to you while I am still with you. 26 But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you everything, and remind you of all that I have said to you. 27 Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled, and do not let them be afraid. 28 You heard me say to you, ‘I am going away, and I am coming to you.’ If you loved me, you would rejoice that I am going to the Father, because the Father is greater than I. 29 And now I have told you this before it occurs, so that when it does occur, you may believe.”
The gospel concludes:
The gospel of the Lord.
ALL- Praise to you, O Christ.
SERMON: Pastor Katie
HYMN OF THE DAY: Blest Are They #728 vs 1-4
Prayers of Intercession- (responsively)
God of resurrection and new life, we come before you in prayer for the church, the world, and all who are in need. .
Unite your people with communities of faith throughout the world. Further cooperation between people of different faith traditions and bless our non-Christian neighbors , that we learn and grow in deeper relationship. Hear us, O God. ALL- Your mercy is great.
Bless the earth with fresh water, clean air, and rich soil. Nurture growing crops and encourage communities developing sustainable farming practices. Help us to live in balance and harmony with your good creation. Hear us, O God. ALL- Your mercy is great.
Reconcile nations and communities suffering from violence and conflict. Protect refugees, asylum-seekers, and all who flee their homes seeking safety and security. Make all nations safe for both migrants and residents. Hear us, O God. ALL- Your mercy is great.
Sustain all who are in need, especially individuals and families struggling with trauma or addiction. Support caregivers, especially nurses, doctors, counselors, and social workers. Come alongside all who are ill or struggling. Hear us, O God. ALL- Your mercy is great.
This Memorial Day weekend, we remember all who have died in military service. Soothe loved ones who mourn, and strengthen support systems for veterans and their families. Bring peace among nations, that war and conflict around the world might cease. Hear us, O God. ALL- Your mercy is great.
We give you thanks for all your saints raised to new life in Christ. Gather us, with them, into the peace only you can give. Hear us, O God. ALL- Your mercy is great.
We commend these and all our prayers to you, O God, trusting that you are always with us; in the name of Jesus Christ, our risen Savior. Amen.
SENDING SONG: Amazing Grace #779 vs 3-5
DISMISSAL: P: Go in Peace and serve the Lord ALL- Thanks be to God
POSTLUDE
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PRAYER REQUESTS- Linda Haugen, Matt Lunde, Garritt Lunde, Wyatt Simley & Family, Joan Pratt, Arlene Haux, Camden Anderson & family, Jorgene Alsager, Polly Roe, Carol Malone, Garret Fenner & family, Trudy Torgerson, Bonnie Plath, Tanya Ausk, and Erickson family. Please pray for our elders.
ANNOUNCEMENTS-
*Davenport church will begin summer worship on Wednesday, June 4th 7 pm. All Welcome!!
*Have your summer offering automatic!!- ACH forms are available in the entryway for you to sign up for your offering to be automatic giving.
*Davenport Lutheran VBS Schedule- First night will be June 4th during Wed Evening summer worship. 7pm. Please send a plain dark colored Tshirt with your youth. Second VBS date is July 9 and final VBS August 20th
All are welcome! See flyer below.
*Davenport church will be having their annual rummage sale during Community Days, Saturday June 21. If you have items you would like to donate, please have them to the church by Thursday, June 19.
** Community Outreach Opportunities-
WALK IN FAITH-. May Collections include laundry detergent and Clorox wipes. The Kindred Area Food Pantry- items in need- canned fruit, chicken in a can and tuna.
*Help Needed! We are looking for a member that would be interested with creating the weekly Power Point for Worship Services. If you are interested or would like more information, please contact Pastor Katie.
Hello everyone! Can you help plant a seed this spring to grow the future of our Norman Lutheran Church Foundation?
SPRING FUND DRIVE: APRIL & MAY The Norman Lutheran Church Foundation (more info here) is proud to provide a combined $4,600 in grant money for the following so far in 2025: Joan Pratt Benefit-Youth Meatball Dinner, NDSU Crossroads Lutheran Campus Ministry Meal and Lighthouse Church Meal, Parish Youth Ski Trip to Detroit Mountain, Ben Hylden (coming up May 14 in Kindred Performing Arts Center. More info to come. www.benhylden.com/ and Community of Care- supporting Faith Community Nurse Program in the Kindred Area.
Donate today and help support local causes that further and foster the mission of Jesus Christ right on our community: put a gift in offering plate on Sunday morning or mail gift to Norman Foundation PO Box 96 Kindred, ND Thank you so much for your continued support! - Jim Hoy, Jolene Sauvageau, Dale Torgerson, Jen Swenson, Carolyn Thoen and Mike Thompson
Red Willow Bible Camp Grades 2-9 are invited to join in a fun week of camp at Red Willow Bible Camp!
Location Binford, 1651 Jacob Dr, Binford, ND 58416, USA
Sign up at www.redwillowministries.com
Pastor Katie will be there the week of Aug 3 – Aug 8 with grades 2-4. Genesis is grades 5 – 6 Disciples is grades 7 – 9
