Redeemer Lutheran Church Jesus lives to be our Good Shepherd Redeemer Lutheran Church Sunday, May 7th 2017

Jesus, Shepherd of the Sheep CW #436 Verses 1-5 Text: Henry Cook, 1788-1868 Setting: CAPETOWN Tune: Friedrich Filitz, 1804-76, alt..

Jesus, shepherd of the sheep, Who your Father's flock does keep, Verse 1: Jesus, shepherd of the sheep, Who your Father's flock does keep, Safe we wake and safe we sleep, Guarded still by you. CW #436

In your promise firm we stand; None can take us from your hand. Verse 2: In your promise firm we stand; None can take us from your hand. Speak—we hear—at your command, We will follow you. CW #436

By your blood our souls were bought; By your life salvation wrought; Verse 3: By your blood our souls were bought; By your life salvation wrought; By your light our feet are taught, Lord, to follow you. CW #436

Father, draw us to your Son; We with joy will follow on Verse 4: Father, draw us to your Son; We with joy will follow on Till the work of grace is done, There to live with you. CW #436

We, in robes of glory dressed, Join th' assembly of the blest, Verse 5: We, in robes of glory dressed, Join th' assembly of the blest, Gathered to eternal rest In the fold with you. CW #436

Opening Verses Pastor: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ and the love of God and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you. All: And also with you.

Confession of Sin Pastor: We have come into the presence of God, who created us to love and to serve him as his dear children… Therefore, let us confess our sins to him and plead for his mercy.

Confession of Sin Merciful Father in heaven, I am altogether sinful from birth. In countless ways I have sinned against you and do not deserve to be called your child.

Confession of Sin But trusting in Jesus, my Savior, I pray: Have mercy on me according to your unfailing love. Cleanse me from my sin, and take away my guilt.

(Pastor announces our forgiveness) All: Amen.

We Are Singing, for the Lord Is Our Light by H. Hopson Redeemer Choir

Refrain: We are singing, for the Lord is our light,

Refrain: We are singing, Oh, we are singing, for the Lord is our light.

Verse 1: The Lord is the strength of our lives. Of whom shall we be afraid? Though foes may be near to destroy; The Lord will be our light.

Refrain: We are singing, for the Lord is our light,

Refrain: We are singing, Oh, we are singing, for the Lord is our light.

Verse 2: One thing have we asked of the Lord, Yes, this is the thing we seek: To dwell in the house of the Lord, To live with God forever.

Refrain: We are singing, for the Lord is our light,

Refrain: We are singing, Oh, we are singing, for the Lord is our light.

Verse 3: When burdens are heavy to bear, Our shelter is God alone. Our feet are lifted high, Yes high upon a rock.

Refrain: We are singing, for the Lord is our light,

Refrain: We are singing, Oh, we are singing, for the Lord is our light.

Verse 4: We walk in the strength of the Lord; God’s love is ever sure. We shout that the world may hear. We sing a joyful song.

Refrain: We are singing, for the Lord is our light,

Refrain: We are singing, Oh, we are singing, for the Lord is our light.

(Pastor says the Prayer) Prayer of the Day Pastor: Let us pray. (Pastor says the Prayer) ♫ All: Amen.

God’s Word to His People 1 Samuel 17:34-37 Faithful David’s confidence in the Lord

Psalm 23 Refrain: Shepherd me, O God, beyond my wants, beyond my fears, from death into life.

God is my shepherd, so nothing I shall want, Psalm 23 Verse 1: God is my shepherd, so nothing I shall want, I rest in the meadows of faithfulness and love, I walk by the quiet waters of peace. Shepherd me, O God, beyond my wants, beyond my fears, from death into life.

Gently you raise me and heal my weary soul, Psalm 23 Verse 2: Gently you raise me and heal my weary soul, You lead me by pathways of righteousness and truth, My spirit shall sing the music of your Name. Shepherd me, O God, beyond my wants, beyond my fears, from death into life.

Though I should wander the valley of death, Psalm 23 Verse 3: Though I should wander the valley of death, I fear no evil, for you are at my side, Your rod and your staff, my comfort and my hope. Shepherd me, O God, beyond my wants, beyond my fears, from death into life.

You have set me a banquet of love In the face of hatred, Psalm 23 Verse 4: You have set me a banquet of love In the face of hatred, Crowning me with love beyond my pow'r to hold. Shepherd me, O God, beyond my wants, beyond my fears, from death into life.

Surely your kindness and mercy follow me All the days of my life; Psalm 23 Verse 5: Surely your kindness and mercy follow me All the days of my life; I will dwell in the house of my God forevermore. Shepherd me, O God, beyond my wants, beyond my fears, from death into life.

God’s Word to His People Hebrews 13:20-21 Our God of peace equips us for his work

(Pastor says the Verse of the Day)

Verse of the Day ♫ All: Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! These words are written that we may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God. Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!

God’s Word to His People John 10:1-10 We have life through our Shepherd Jesus

Gospel Pastor: This is the Word of the Lord.  All: Praise be to you, O Christ!

Children’s Message “Let the little children come to me and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of God belongs to such as these.” ~ Jesus ~

May the Mind of Christ My Savior CW #467 Verses 1-6 Text: Kate B. Wilkinson, 1859-1928 Setting: ST. LEONARD'S Tune: A. Cyril Barham-Gould, 1891-1953

May the mind of Christ my Savior Live in me from day to day, Verse 1: May the mind of Christ my Savior Live in me from day to day, By his love and pow'r inspiring All I do or say. CW #467

May the Word of God dwell richly In my heart from hour to hour, Verse 2: May the Word of God dwell richly In my heart from hour to hour, So that all may see I triumph Only through his pow'r. CW #467

May the peace of God my Father Rule my life in ev'rything, Verse 3: May the peace of God my Father Rule my life in ev'rything, That I may be calm to comfort Sick and sorrowing. CW #467

May the love of Jesus fill me As the waters fill the sea, Verse 4: May the love of Jesus fill me As the waters fill the sea, Him exalting, self abasing— This is victory! CW #467

May I run the race before me, Strong and brave to face the foe, Verse 5: May I run the race before me, Strong and brave to face the foe, Looking only unto Jesus As I onward go. CW #467

May his spirit live within me As I seek the lost to win, Verse 6: May his spirit live within me As I seek the lost to win, And may they forget the channel, Seeing only him. CW #467

Good sheep know their shepherds They run away from those that harm They trust the Good Shepherd to bring them home John 10:1-10

In thankfulness for our salvation, we support God’s work with our offerings.

Prayer of the Church Pastor: …Lord, in your mercy All: hear our prayer.

Lord’s Prayer All: Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done on earth as in heaven.

Lord’s Prayer Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.

Lord’s Prayer For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen.

The Rite of Confirmation Pastor: (Pastor invites Confirmands to say vows)

The Rite of Confirmation Pastor: Are you ready, in the presence of God and of this Christian congregation, to promise your faithfulness to the Triune God? Confirmands: I am.

The Rite of Confirmation Pastor: Do you on this day, May 7th 2017, in the presence of God… that on the day of your baptism God gave you the forgiveness of sins, life and salvation? Confirmands: I do.

The Rite of Confirmation Pastor: Do you, then, reject the devil with all his lies and empty promises? Confirmands: I do.

The Rite of Confirmation Pastor: Do you believe in God the Father? Confirmands: Yes, I believe in God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth.

The Rite of Confirmation Pastor: Do you believe in God the Son? Confirmands: Yes, I believe in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,

The Rite of Confirmation Born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried. He descended into hell. The third day He rose again from the dead.

The Rite of Confirmation He ascended into heaven, and is seated at the right hand of God the Father Almighty. From there He will come to judge the living and the dead.

The Rite of Confirmation Pastor: Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? Confirmands: Yes, I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Holy Christian Church, the communion of saints,

The Rite of Confirmation the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen.

The Rite of Confirmation Pastor: Do you believe that all the books of the Bible are the inspired Word of God…have learned from Luther's Small Catechism, is faithful and true to the Word of God? Confirmands: I do.

The Rite of Confirmation Pastor: Do you intend to continue steadfast in this teaching and to endure all things, even death, rather than fall away from it? Confirmands: I do.

The Rite of Confirmation Pastor: Finally, members of the Confirmation Class…and to remain true in faith, word, and action to the Triune God as long as you live? Confirmands: I do so intend, with the help of God.

The Rite of Confirmation Pastor: Give now your hand at the Lord's altar, as an assurance of your promise, and kneeling, receive God’s blessing.

Confirmation Blessings & Verses JC Reed Andes… Revelation 3:11 Kylie Nicole Knell… John 16:33 Jayden Paul Moser … Psalm 51:10 Lance Neal Scheid … Psalm 121:8

The Vow of the Parents Pastor: When you brought these children to be baptized…Jesus, who has promised them and you a crown of righteousness in heaven? Parents: Yes, I will, with the help of God.

Redeemer Lutheran Congregation The Vow of Redeemer Lutheran Congregation Pastor: You have heard the testimony of faith from these confirmands and parents. What is your response as the church family of which these young people join today as communicant members?

Redeemer Lutheran Congregation The Vow of Redeemer Lutheran Congregation Congregation: We are happy to receive these young people into our midst, as confirmed brothers and sisters in the faith.

Redeemer Lutheran Congregation The Vow of Redeemer Lutheran Congregation We promise to aid and assist them and their families, in all aspects of their lives, both spiritual and physical.

Redeemer Lutheran Congregation The Vow of Redeemer Lutheran Congregation We pray that God would make us good examples, of faith and love, so that our lives might encourage and edify them.

Reception into Communicant Membership Pastor: (Pastor says exhortation)

Text: Stephen P. Starke, b. 1955 O Gracious Lord, with Love Draw Near CWS #784 Verses 1-6 Text: Stephen P. Starke, b. 1955 Setting: JENNINGS Tune: G. A, Henning, b. 1966

O gracious Lord, with love draw near Verse 1: O gracious Lord, with love draw near To these, your children gathered here; The Spirit’s gift in them renew: The gift of faith that clings to you. CWS #784

Complete the work you have begun In these united to your Son, Verse 2: Complete the work you have begun In these united to your Son, For in that pure baptismal flood They have been cleansed by Jesus’ blood. CWS #784

Deliver them from ev’ry wile, Verse 3: Deliver them from ev’ry wile, From all that would their hearts beguile, From worldly ways and Satan’s lies, That they may not your Word despise. CWS #784

Lord, keep them firm in their intent To you, your Word, and sacrament. Verse 4: Lord, keep them firm in their intent To you, your Word, and sacrament. Oh, make them bold, their faith to share; And make them strong, their cross to bear. CWS #784

O Father, grant that by your grace Verse 5: O Father, grant that by your grace They may your will each day embrace, With fruits of faith their lives now bless, Till they at death your name confess. CWS #784

Then robed in white before your throne, Verse 6: Then robed in white before your throne, Your holy saints, by you foreknown— Predestined, called, and justified, Shall, crowned in light, be glorified. CWS #784

Prayer for the Confirmands Pastor: (Pastor says prayer) All: Amen.

(Pastor says blessing) The Blessing Pastor: (Pastor says blessing) ♫ All: Amen, Amen, Amen.

Our Lord and God, Oh, Bless This Day CW #599 Verses 1-3 Text: Johan N. Brun, 1745-1816 Setting: REUTER Tune: Friedrich O. Reuter, 1863-1924

Our Lord and God, oh, bless this day And hear us, we implore you; Verse 1: Our Lord and God, oh, bless this day And hear us, we implore you; None of your children turn away Who now appear before you. CW #599

We come before your face And pray: let your rich grace Verse 1: We come before your face And pray: let your rich grace Descend from heav'n above In all your wondrous love, And keep us by your Spirit. CW #599

Oh, bless your Word to all the young; Let them, your truth possessing, Verse 2: Oh, bless your Word to all the young; Let them, your truth possessing, Bear witness true with heart and tongue, Their faith and ours confessing. CW #599

From mother's arms your grace With love did them embrace. Verse 2: From mother's arms your grace With love did them embrace. Baptized into your name, As yours you did them claim; O Lord, as yours now own them! CW #599

And when they leave their childhood home, When Satan comes alluring, Verse 3: And when they leave their childhood home, When Satan comes alluring, May their baptismal grace become A refuge reassuring. CW #599

They ne'er shall be undone Who trust in God alone— Verse 3: God's covenant is sure; His promises endure. They ne'er shall be undone Who trust in God alone— God is their mighty Father! CW #599

Silent Prayer

Redeemer Lutheran Church Jesus lives to be our Good Shepherd Redeemer Lutheran Church Sunday, May 7th 2017