First Lutheran Church 408 9th Street NW

Mandan, ND 58554

Transfiguration of Our Lord

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February 14, 2021 9:30 A.M.

WELCOME TO WORSHIP

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS

All may make the sign of the cross, the sign marked at baptism, as the presiding minister begins.

Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God, whose voice is upon the waters, whose mercy is poured out upon all people, whose goodness cascades over all creation. Amen.

Let us confess our sin, trusting in the abundant grace of God.

Silence is kept for reflection.

Holy God, you search us and know us. You are acquainted with all our ways. We confess that our hearts are burdened by sin—our own sins and the broken systems that bind us. We turn inward, failing to follow your outward way of love. We distrust those who are not like us. We exploit the earth and its resources and fail to consider generations to come. Forgive us, gracious God, for all we have done and left undone. Even before the words are on our tongues, you know them; receive them in your divine mercy. Amen.

How vast is God’s grace! Through the power and promise of ☩ Christ Jesus, our sins are washed away and we are claimed as God’s own beloved. Indeed, we are forgiven. In the wake of God’s forgiveness, we are called to be the beloved community living out Christ’s justice and the Spirit’s reconciling peace. Amen.

GATHERING HYMN “This Little Light of Mine” Page 8

GREETING The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you.

Building Faith and Transforming Lives in Christ

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PRAYER OF THE DAY Pastor: Let us pray…. Almighty God, the resplendent light of your truth shines from the mountaintop into our hearts. Transfigure us by your beloved Son, and illumine the world with your image, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

CHILDREN’S MESSAGE

FIRST LESSON: Today’s reading centers on the transfer of power and authority from the prophet Elijah to Elisha. Their travels, which retrace the path of Joshua back to Moab (the place where Moses died) and the parting of the waters, demonstrate that Elisha and Elijah are legitimate successors of the great prophet Moses.

2 Kings 2:1-12 1Now when the Lord was about to take Elijah up to heaven by a whirlwind, Elijah and Elisha were on their way from Gilgal. 2Elijah said to Elisha, “Stay here; for the Lord has sent me as far as Bethel.” But Elisha said, “As the Lord lives, and as you yourself live, I will not leave you.” So they went down to Bethel. 3The company of prophets who were in Bethel came out to Elisha, and said to him, “Do you know that today the Lord will take your master away from you?” And he said, “Yes, I know; keep silent.” 4Elijah said to him, “Elisha, stay here; for the Lord has sent me to Jericho.” But he said, “As the Lord lives, and as you yourself live, I will not leave you.” So they came to Jericho. 5The company of prophets who were at Jericho drew near to Elisha, and said to him, “Do you know that today the Lord will take your master away from you?” And he answered, “Yes, I know; be silent.” 6Then Elijah said to him, “Stay here; for the Lord has sent me to the Jordan.” But he said, “As the Lord lives, and as you yourself live, I will not leave you.” So the two of them went on. 7Fifty men of the company of prophets also went, and stood at some distance from them, as they both were standing by the Jordan. 8Then Elijah took his mantle and rolled it up, and struck the water; the water was parted to the one side and to the other, until the two of them crossed on dry ground. 9When they had crossed, Elijah said to Elisha, “Tell me what I may do for you, before I am taken from you.” Elisha said, “Please let me inherit a double share of your spirit.” 10He responded, “You have asked a hard thing; yet, if you see me as I am being taken from you, it will be granted you; if not, it will not.” 11As they continued walking and talking, a chariot of fire and horses of fire separated the two of them, and Elijah ascended in a whirlwind into heaven. 12Elisha kept watching and crying out, “Father, father! The chariots of Israel and its horsemen!” But when he could no longer see him, he grasped his own clothes and tore them in two pieces.

The Word of the Lord. RESPONSE: Thanks be to God.

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PSALM: Out of Zion, perfect in beauty, God shines forth in glory. (Ps. 50:2)

Psalm 50:1-6

1The mighty one, God the Lord, has spoken; calling the earth from the rising of the sun to its setting. 2Out of Zion, perfect in its beauty, God shines forth in glory. 3Our God will come and will not keep silence; with a consuming flame before, and round about a raging storm. 4God calls the heavens and the earth from above to witness the judgment of the people. 5“Gather before me my loyal followers, those who have made a covenant with me and sealed it with sacrifice.” 6The heavens declare the rightness of God’s cause, for it is God who is judge.

The Holy Gospel according to Mark “Glory to you, O Lord”

GOSPEL: Mark’s gospel presents the transfiguration as a preview of what would become apparent to Jesus’ followers after he rose from the dead. Confused disciples are given a vision of God’s glory manifest in the beloved Son.

Mark 9:2-9 2Six days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John, and led them up a high mountain apart, by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, 3and his clothes became dazzling white, such as no one on earth could bleach them. 4And there appeared to them Elijah with Moses, who were talking with Jesus. 5Then Peter said to Jesus, “Rabbi, it is good for us to be here; let us make three dwellings, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.”

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6He did not know what to say, for they were terrified. 7Then a cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud there came a voice, “This is my Son, the Beloved; listen to him!” 8Suddenly when they looked around, they saw no one with them any more, but only Jesus. 9As they were coming down the mountain, he ordered them to tell no one about what they had seen, until after the Son of Man had risen from the dead.

The gospel of the Lord. “Praise to you, O Christ.”

SERMON Pastor Phil

HYMN OF THE DAY “Beautiful Savior” Page 9

PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH

ELW page 227

Noah Chase Nelson

Son of

Andrew & Amy Nelson

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WE GIVE OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS

We have to stay financially strong. The ongoing ministry of our church is dependent on the tithes and offerings of our people. Our giving has to be modified to accommodate the new reality of not gathering in person for a few weeks. Electronic giving is the best way to do this. Many of you are already on our giving platform. If you are not giving electronically, this would be a good time to do that. You can sign up here https://firstlutheranofmandan.com/. Simply click on the button on the right hand side that says “Give Online”. If you prefer to make your gifts by check, you can drop it off at the church or mail it to 408 9th St NW Mandan, ND 58554. Staying strong in worship, caring ministries, and finances is important as we work to love and serve hurting people during this tumultuous time.

HOLY COMMUNION

WORDS OF INSTITUTION

THE 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.

MEAL

POST-COMMUNION BLESSING

PRAYER

BENEDICTION

SENDING HYMN “Shine, Jesus, Shine” Page 10

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DOXOLOGY

Pastor: Go in peace, serve the Lord! Cong: Thanks be to God!

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Attendance last Week: Sunday 9:30 - 72

ON-GOING PRAYER CONCERNS: Noel Albrecht, Ernie Seeman, Amy McNalley, Darlene Hill, Brad Schmidt, Joan Hanson, Ron Otto, Elsie Rader, Rodney Olson, Wayne Walker, Edna Klein, Debbie Martineson, Hal Lang, Patrick Lang, Jason Bjorgen, Ken Charvat, Karen Rothmann, Dave Thomas, Val Olheiser, Milo Miller, Pauline Lentz, Joann Meyer, Preston Joyce, Susan Voigt, Toby Kienzle, Tom Frank, Pam Weng, Claudette Thompson, Kerry Stastny, Sharon Miller, Lois Smith, Barb Carl, Darbie Young, Jeff MacIver, Sharon Meissel, Keith Pfaff, Saxon Russel, Leona Keidel, Arley Schwindt, Brady Mattson, Lois Helmer, Darin Hinsz, Elda Charvat First Lutheran Church will be updating the prayer list periodically. If a name is not listed and you would like it re-listed please call the church office at 663-3594. We will re-list names for prayers.

PLEASE KEEP THE PEOPLE WHO HAVE BEEN CALLED TO SERVICE FOR OUR

COUNTRY IN YOUR PRAYERS: Todd Bauer, Alex Dove, Jacob Selzler

If you know of anyone who has ties to our congregation and is called to active duty, please contact the church office.

2021 General Fund -YTD Received Budget Difference

2021 Building Fund-YTD Received Budget Difference

____________________________________________________________ Pastor Phil Leer’s phone number: 701-341-7784 (If you need to reach him please give him a call)

Ushers: Corby Rachel Dave Dockter Reader: Eunice Wolf Communion Server: Janet Reineke

Musician: 9:30 Organ - Loretta White

6 February 7, 2021 $61,796.37 $55,236.00 $6,560.37

6 February 7, 2021 $7,602.00 $6,923.10 $678.90

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Ash Wednesday Services (February 17) will be held at 4:00 & 6:00 p.m. We will be Live Streaming the 6:00 p.m. service only for those wishing to attend from home. ***For those of you that can make the 4:00 p.m. service please do so as we are trying to eliminate a bunch

of people at one service due to Covid. Thank you for your understanding!*** ____________________________________________________________ We extend our sympathy to the family of Irene Thomas. Her funeral was held here at First on Friday. Please keep her family in your prayers. ____________________________________________________________ We extend our sympathy to the family of Marian Hohbein. Her funeral was held here at First on Saturday. Please keep her family in your prayers. ____________________________________________________________ Holy Communion distribution will take place during worship this morning, following the Prayers of the Church and the Words of Institution. Worship will then conclude after Communion with the Sending Hymn, Doxology and Dismissal. Please note: To continue practicing safe 6-foot physical distancing, instead of us all leaving at the same time after worship concludes, we will be dismissing “back to front,” with the back pews exiting the sanctuary first. Thank you!

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If you would like to give electronically, visit our website or contact the church office. ______________________________________________________________________

Easter Garden Easter is right around the corner. As we prepare to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus, it is also a wonderful time to beautify our church and honor our loved ones. The youth of our church are selling Easter Garden Flowers. They will purchase a mix of Lilies and Mums to decorate the Sanctuary for Easter. Flowers may be picked up after the Easter service. Order forms are available in the narthex. Orders can be placed in the offering plate or the church office. The price for each plant is $13.00. Orders must be placed by Sunday, March 7th. (We can’t place late orders!) _______________________________________________________________

If you would like communion in your pew please notify an usher so they can let Pastor Phil know.

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WEEK AT A GLANCE

Sunday 14 7:00 Community Access Channel 12 or 612

9:30 Worship/Live Stream Worship

Monday 15

Tuesday 16

Wednesday 17 7:00 Confirmation

Thursday 18

Friday 19

Saturday 20

Sunday 21 7:00 Community Access Channel 12 or 612

9:30 Worship/Live Stream Worship

10:30 Sunday School

FIRST LUTHERAN CHURCH 408 9

TH Street NW, Mandan, ND Phone: 663-3594

email: jackie@firstlutheranofmandan.org www.firstlutheranofmandan.com

Mission of the Month - Weekend Meals For Mandan Kids Items needed are Chap Stick, Canned Tuna, Canned Chicken, Canned Ham, Peanut Butter, Jelly, Fruit Cups, Canned Fruit, Granola Bars, Cereal, Pudding Cups, Applesauce, Chef Boyardee', Mac & Cheese, Soups, Hamburger Helper, Spaghetti Noodles, Spaghetti Sauce, Pop Tarts, Instant Mashed Potatoes, Rice A Roni, Pasta Roni, Pork and Beans, Baked Beans, Pancake Mix-no eggs required such as Krusteaz Brand, Syrup.

NO GLASS JARS PLEASE! You may put your items in the boxes in the Narthex. Thank you!