Sunday, September 3, 2017

You Want Me To Do

FREEDOM

Free to Serve

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Hymn God Is Here abbott’s leigh

Prelude Ich dank’ dir, lieber Herre (I thank you, dearest Lord) J. S. Bach For the Beauty of the Earth arr. Nathan Daughtrey

Jeremy Johnston, marimba

Welcome to Worship at St. Andrew’sWherever you find yourself on your journey of faith, you are welcome at St. Andrew’s. Our mission is to “Proclaim Jesus Christ, Live in Christ, Serve!” To learn more, we invite you to the Hospitality Desk in the Atrium for materials describing activities and events, as well as to the St. Andrew’s website (saintandrews.org). Please join us for fellowship after the service.• Listening devices and LARGE PRINT bulletins are available at the door. Please ask an usher.• Children of all ages are welcome in worship. Childcare is available in the Infant and Toddler Rooms. If you have children who become restless, you may view the service with televisions in the Atrium, Library and Infant Room. • We invite you to fill out and put on a name tag which can be found in the pew rack in front of you.

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Leader: We gather in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.All: Amen

Confession and forgiveness Leader: It is not our past which keeps us from God, for that is behind us. It is not our present, for God is with us. It is not our future, for we are held tight in God’s hands. There is absolutely nothing that can separate us from God. Whatever sins we have committed, God’s forgiveness and love will take them away forever. Let us pray together:

All: Too often Lord we choose to worship power when we could serve others in humility. We toss and turn at night over things we have no control, when we could turn them over to you. Forgive us for believing that our sins are more powerful than your mercy, O Grace of the world. Your Spirit carries the whispers of our hearts to you, and we are embraced with hope, and blessed with your love through our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.

Silence

Leader: God’s love in Jesus Christ binds us to the family of God forever. There is nothing in this world or beyond which will keep us from being God’s beloved children.

All: Thanks be to God. Amen

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Hymn For the Fruit of All Creation ar hyd y nos

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first lesson Isaiah 1:16-17

seCond lesson Galatians 5:13-14

Wash yourselves; make yourselves clean; remove the evil of your doings from before my eyes; cease to do evil, learn to do good; seek justice, rescue the oppressed, defend the orphan, plead for the widow.

For you were called to freedom, brothers and sisters; only do not use your freedom as an opportunity for self-indulgence, but through love become slaves to one another. For the whole law is summed up in a single commandment, “You shall love your neighbor as yourself.”

Prayer of tHe dayLeader: Lord God, we come to worship with open hands and open hearts desiring to draw from your deep fountain of grace and love. In this time tethered to your presence, may we be filled with humility, compassion, and freedom to go out and serve our neighbor in need. In your name we pray.All: Amen

antHem How Lovely Are Thy Dwellings Samuel Liddle Kristi Ames, soloist

Leader: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all.All: And also with you.

Holy gosPel Matthew 9:35-38 All: Glory to you, O Lord.

Then Jesus went about all the cities and villages, teaching in their synagogues, and pro-claiming the good news of the kingdom, and curing every disease and every sickness. When he saw the crowds, he had compassion for them, because they were harassed and helpless, like sheep without a shepherd. Then he said to his disciples, “The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few; therefore ask the Lord of the harvest to send out laborers into his harvest.” All: Praise to you, O Christ.

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Hymn O Master, Let Me Walk with You maryton

aPostles’ Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the power of the Holy Spirit and born of the virgin Mary. He suffered under Pontius Pilate, wascrucified,died,andwasburied. He descended into hell. On the third day he rose again. He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again 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

saCrament of Holy BaPtism

10:30 Amelia Grace Gjerde Daughter of Noel and Kenneth Gjerde

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CHildren’s sermon Intern Pastor Tyler Strom

sermon Free to Serve Pastor Brian Norsman

offering Ein Leibeslied Nebojsa Zivkovic Jeremy Johnston, marimba

Lord of all, of church and kingdom, in an age of change and doubt keep us faithful to the gospel;

help us work your purpose out. Here, in this day’s dedication, all we have to give, receive;

we, who cannot live without you, we adore you! We believe!

offertory God Is Here abbott’s leigh

Prayers of tHe CHurCH

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Words of institution for tHe saCrament of Holy Communion

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

tHe lord’s Prayer

We believe that Jesus Christ is truly present in the bread and wine and grants us the gift of God’s grace and forgiveness. All are welcome to receive this gift. White grape juice is available upon

request. Gluten-free wafers are available at all stations at the front of the Sanctuary.

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Please refrain from aPPlause during and folloWing Holy Communion.

Communion musiC Servant Song Richard Gilliard/Tom Fettke Kristi Ames, soloist

Post-Communion Blessing Leader: The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace.All: Amen

Post-Communion Prayer Leader: Lord God, your table has provided the abundant means of grace to feed us and quench us mightily for the journey ahead. May this gracious meal spill out love and grace from our hearts as we serve our neighbor’s needs. In Christ we pray, All: Amen

BenediCtionLeader: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace. In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.

All:

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Hymn The Spirit Sends Us Forth to Serve chesterfield

Postlude Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee arr. Nathan Daughtrey Jeremy Johnston, marimba

Please let our Hospitality Desk staff know if you would like a pastorto pray with you following worship.

Leader: Go in peace. Serve the Lord.All: Thanks be to God.

Today’s MusicJeremy Johnston, marimba soloist; Krisi Ames, vocal soloist; Jan Gilbertson, organist

Soprano Kristi Ames, vocal soloist, has been singing in choirs, bands and participating in musical programs from the age of 4. She has been honored to participate as a soloist for many life celebrations of friends and family, and is currently a member of the St. Andrew’s choir. The way music can share a message or inspire continues to surprise and motivate her to expand on her craft.

Dr. Jeremy Johnston, marimba soloist, is an active and versatile performer and educator of percussion. Performing numerous styles of music in several types of ensembles, Dr. Johnston has been heard with the Minnesota Orchestra, Southwest Minnesota Orchestra, Mankato Symphony Orchestra, Illinois Sym-phony Orchestra, the Oratorio Society of Minnesota, and the St. Andrew’s Orchestra. Dr. Johnston earned his B.A. in Percussion Performance from Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, his M.M. in Percussion Performance from Illinois State University, and his D.M.A. in Percussion Performance from the University of Minnesota – Twin Cities.

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MUSIC SCHEDULE 2017-18

Registration is available for children and youth (K-12) at www.saintandrews.org

CHOIR OR ENSEMBLE Rehearsals 1st Rehearsal Sing Sunday Director First SundayChildren & YouthChoristers (K,1,2) Wednesday 5:30-6:15 p.m. Wed. Sept. 13 10:30 Sunday 1 Miriam Sikora Sun. Oct. 1Orff Ensemble (K,1,2) Wednesday 5:00-5:20 Wed. Sept. 13 as announced Leah Abbe Bloem as announcedCelebration Singers (3,4,5) Wednesday 6:30-7:10 p.m. Wed. Sept. 13 9:00 Sundays 2,4 * Jennifer Starr Sun. Sept. 24Orff Ensemble (3,4,5) Wednesday 5:55-6:20 p.m. Wed. Sept. 13 as announced Leah Abbe Bloem as announcedMiddle School Choir (6,7,8) Wednesday 5:45-6:25 p.m. Wed. Sept. 6 10:30 Sundays 2,4* Jennifer Starr Sun. Sept. 24Orff Ensemble (6,7,8) Wednesday 5:20-5:45 p.m. Wed. Sept. 13 as announced Leah Abbe Bloem as announcedSenior High Choir (9-12) Wednesday 7:25-8:25 p.m. Wed. Sept. 6 9:00 Sundays 1 & 3 Sue Gilsdorf as announced

*Schedule changes will occur. Please see calendar from director or saintandrews.org

Adult Rehearsals 1st Rehearsal Sing Sunday Director First SundayYoung Adult Choir Wednesday 7:30-8:20 p.m. Wed. Sept. 20 as announced Andy Haase as announcedNew Dimension Singers Wednesday 6:15-7:20 p.m. Wed. Aug. 30 10:30 All Jan Gilbertson Sun. Sept. 10St. Andrew’s Choir Wednesday 7:30-9:00 p.m. Wed. Aug. 30 9:00 & 10:30 All Jan Gilbertson Sun. Sept. 10Handbells Monday 7:15-8:15 p.m. Mon. Sept. 11 as announced Jan Gilbertson as announced

Save the date: St. Andrew’s Christmas Festival; Sunday, December 10, 3:30 & 6 p.m.All Choirs and Ensembles sing/play for Christmas Festival, Christmas Eve, Easter Sunday.

For further information: Jan Gilbertson, 651.762.9123, or email: jgilbertson@saintandrews.org.

or you may call Dianne Nash at: 651.762.9141.

Music Schedule 2017-18

Next Sunday in the SanctuarySermon Amazing Grace Scripture 2 Corinthians 12:7b-10; Ephesians 2:8-9; Luke 19:1-10Music North Shore Brass 9:00 St. Andrew’s Choir 10:30 New Dimension Singers

GriefShareThursdays, Sept. 7-Dec. 7, 2017, 6:45 to 8:45 p.m., Sanctuary Building

Join any time. GriefShare is a Christ-centered grief recovery support group. The Bible-based program, focusing on grief topics associated with the death of a loved one, is presented in a 13-week video series featuring nationally respected grief experts. In group discussion you will have an opportunity to share with people who understand how you feel, the pain of your loss, and start the journey from mourning to joy. Call Joanne Zehnder at 651.730.9073 for more information. Register online at saintandrews.org, or contact Lisa Grundtner at 651.762.9117 or lgrundtner@saintandrews.org. Cost is $18 for all materials.

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Mike CarlsonLead Pastor

Erin MorrisDeacon /

Intern Pastor

Sarah BreckenridgeExecutive Pastor

Kyle JacksonPastor of

Congregational Care

Brian NorsmanPastor of Outreach

and Mission

John StraitonDiscipleship Pastor

Traditional WorshipSunday 9 & 10:30 a.m. Sanctuary

Contemporary WorshipSaturday 5 p.m. Great Hall

Sunday 9:30 a.m. Great Hall

First Wednesday WorshipFirst Wednesdays 6:30 p.m. Sanctuary

Nursery at all services.Worship at St. Andrew’s Village Sunday 1 p.m.

St. Andrew’s Worship Times

900 Stillwater Road, Mahtomedi MN 55115www.saintandrews.org

651.426.3261

Jenny SungIntern Pastor

Carolyn StaatsIntern Pastor