Blue Ridge Trinity Lutheran Church
5757 Blue Ridge Blvd.
Raytown, MO 64133
Bill George
Interim Pastor
Office: 816-353-5446
Fax: 816-356-1213
---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Third Sunday in Lent
March 15, 2009
“Come, Now Is the Time to Worship”
Announcements
Song I
“Today”
Song 2
“The River”
Prayer of the Day
P: Let us pray
C: Holy God, through your Son you have called us to live faithfully
and act courageously. Keep us steadfast in your covenant of grace,
and teach us the wisdom that comes only through Jesus Christ, our
Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and forever.
Choir Anthem
“There IS A Green Hill”
First Lesson
A The word of the Lord
C Thanks be to God.
Psalm 19
1
The heavens declare the glo- | ry of God,
and the sky proclaims its | maker's handiwork.
2
One day tells its tale | to another,
Exodus 20:1-17
and one night imparts knowledge | to another.
3
Although they have no | words or language,
and their voices | are not heard,
4
their sound has gone out into all lands,
and their message to the ends | of the world,
where God has pitched a tent | for the sun.
5
It comes forth like a bridegroom out | of his chamber;
it rejoices like a champion to | run its course.
6
It goes forth from the uttermost edge of the heavens
and runs about to the end of | it again;
nothing is hidden from its | burning heat.
7
The teaching of the LORD is perfect and re- | vives the soul;
the testimony of the LORD is sure and gives wisdom | to the
simple.
8
The statutes of the LORD are just and re- | joice the heart;
the commandment of the LORD is clear and gives light | to the
eyes.
9
The fear of the LORD is clean and en- | dures forever;
the judgments of the LORD are true and righteous | altogether.
10
More to be desired are they than gold, more than | much fine gold,
sweeter far than honey, than honey | in the comb.
11
By them also is your ser- | vant enlightened,
and in keeping them there is | great reward.
12
Who can detect one's | own offenses?
Cleanse me from my | secret faults.
13
Above all, keep your servant from presumptuous sins;
let them not get dominion | over me;
then shall I be whole and sound, and innocent of a | great offense.
14
Let the words of my mouth and the meditation of my heart
be acceptable | in your sight,
O LORD, my strength and | my redeemer.
Second Lesson
1 Corinthians 1:18-25
A The word of the Lord
C Thanks be to God.
Gospel:
John 2:13-22
nd
P
The Holy Gospel according to John the 2 chapter.
P The Gospel of the Lord
Sermon:
“Turned Upside Down”
Prayers of the People
Led by Christ in our journey of repentance and moved by his compassion,
let us pray for the church, those in need, and all of God's creation.
(A brief silence)
P: in your mercy,
C: hear our prayer.
The prayers conclude:
P: Into your hands, gracious God, we commend all for whom we pray,
trusting in your mercy; through Jesus Christ, our Savior.
C:
Amen
Offertory
Communion:
P: In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, and
gave thanks; broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying:
Take and eat; this is my body, given for you.
Do this for the remembrance of me.
Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to
drink, saying: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for
you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin.
Do this for the remembrance of me.
C:
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
Communion Hymn:
Song 3
“Broken and Beautiful”
“Meekness and Majesty
Closing Prayer
Song 4
“Hope of the Nations”
Blessing/Dismissal
Song 5
“Mighty Is Our God”
TODAY AT BRT
Keyboardist:
Shawn Harrell
Cantor:
Jon Hokenson
Assisting Minister:
Jerry Nevans
Reader
Susan Marple
Ushers:
Miller Brooks & Elden Grittman
All words and music used by permission. CCLI License #2347710
THE SANCTUARY CANDLE The sanctuary candle for the month of
March is given to the glory of God by Mamie Robinson
NURSERY WORKER is on duty each week for children ages 5 and
under from 9:45am to 11:30am.
REMEMBER IN YOUR PRAYERS Dolores Sward, Sue Green,
Ralph Johnson, Walter Ferguson {Nancy’s son}, Frieda Sprattler, Ron
Lau {Linda Mills brother}, Pastor Barnett family, Kathryn Whitfield
{Mamie’s friend}, John Dougherty {Moffitt’s friend}, Arnold and
Vivian Moffitt, Carl and Margot McClain, Doris Merrick, Libby Barnes
{friend of Julie Nash}, and Jan Felzien, Molly Jessup, friend of Floyd
Scheinost's.
OUR MEN AND WOMEN IN SERVICE Remember these families
especially: Jon Hottell {Brad Wilson’s friend}, Jeremy Gannan, Marlon
Foster, Brandon Meyer {Linda Mills nephew} and Gary Wierson
{Vivian’s nephew}.
Boxes and labels to send items to the service men are in the Narthex.
They are a flat rate of $10.00 for all you can get into the box
regardless of weight. Please pick one up and remember our men in
combat for our freedom.
TIDINGS articles are due by this coming Friday – March 20th.
SPRING FLING CANDY MAKING will take place at 9:00am on the
following dates: Mar. 20, Mar. 26 and the FLING is on March 28. See
bulletin board for flyer.
SPRING FLING Bring your family and enjoy a fun-filled day at Metro
Lutheran Ministry (MLM) Spring Fling being held Saturday, March 28
from 8am to 1pm at Bethany Lutheran Church at 9101 Lamar in Overland
Park. This will be a fun-filled day starting with a pancake breakfast, silent
auction, games for the kids and baked items, candies and crafts to
purchase. Lunch and nachos will also be served. All proceeds from this
event benefit the MLM Christmas Store.
WEDNESDAY LENT SERVICE will begin at 5:30pm for a light
supper, and Lenten Service at 6:15pm being served by Ruth Circle.
Nursery open for children under the age of 5 and under.
EVERYONE IS INVITED following the worship service for a time of
fellowship and refreshments in the parish hall downstairs.
CAMP TOMAH SHINGA see letter on bulletin board if interested.
LAST WEEK AT BRT March 8, 2009
ATTENDANCE
72
Week
Year to Date
BUDGETED NEEDS
$3,173.85
$31,738.50
OFFERINGS RECEIVED:
$2,115.00
$25,041.34
$1,058.85 SHORT $ 6,697.16 SHORT
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT $45.00
MONDAY:
TUESDAY:
WEDNESDAY:
THURSDAY:
FRIDAY:
SUNDAY:
$428.00
THIS WEEK AT BRT
7:00pm Scouts
9:30am TLCW
7:00pm Church Council
10:00am Al-Anon
5:30pm Lenten Supper
6:15pm Lenten Service
7:00pm Choir Practice
7:00pm Brownies
7:00pm Cub Scouts
9:00am Candy Making
8:30am Adult Bible Study
9:00am Sunday School
10:00am Worship and Communion
REMEMBER: EACH ONE BRING ONE TO THE FRIENDLIEST
LITTLE LUTHERAN CHURCH IN RAYTOWN