Living WatersLutheran Church

Reaching Out and Sharing God’s Love!

May 16, 2021Seventh Sunday of Easter

Living Waters Lutheran ChurchMay 16, 2021

Preparing for Worship. As you enter the Sanctuary we invite you to pick up a bulletin & communion elements and leave your offering gifts at the table in the gathering space, and find a place to sit that is marked by blue tape. In order to maintain safe practices, we expect everyone (even those that have been fully vaccinated) to remain masked throughout the service and practice social distancing. We encourage you to hum, sing and verbally respond quietly throughout the service. Welcome!

PRELUDE “There in God’s Garden” Jeanne Kumlin“Now We Offer” Kris Olson

WELCOME/ANNOUNCEMENTS

THANKSGIVING FOR BAPTISML: Alleluia! Christ is risen.All: Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia!L: Refreshed by the resurrection life we share in Christ, let us give thanks for the gift of baptism. We

thank you, risen Christ, for these waters where you make us new, leading us from death to life, from tears to joy. We bless you, risen Christ, that your Spirit comes to us in the grace-filled waters of rebirth, like rains to our thirsting earth, like streams that revive our souls, like cups of cool water shared with strangers. Breathe your peace on your church when we hide in fear. Clothe us with your mercy and forgiveness. Send us companions on our journey as we share your life. Make us one, risen Christ. Cleanse our hearts. Shower us with life. To you be given all praise, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God, now and forever.

All: Amen.

SPECIAL MUSIC “Rock of Ages Medley” Jeanne Kumlin

PRAYER OF THE DAYL: Gracious and glorious God, you have chosen us as your own, and by the powerful name of Christ

you protect us from evil. By your Spirit transform us and your beloved world, that we may find our joy in your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

All: Amen.

GOSPEL: John 17:6-19L: The Holy Gospel according to JohnAll: Glory to you, O Lord.

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6I have made your name known to those whom you gave me from the world. They were yours, and you gave them to me, and they have kept your word. 7Now they know that everything you have given me is from you; 8for the words that you gave to me I have given to them, and they have received them and know in truth that I came from you; and they have believed that you sent me. 9I am asking on their behalf; I am not asking on behalf of the world, but on behalf of those whom you gave me, because they are yours. 10All mine are yours, and yours are mine; and I have been glorified in them. 11And now I am no longer in the world, but they are in the world, and I am coming to you. Holy Father, protect them in your name that you have given me, so that they may be one, as we are one. 12While I was with them, I protected them in your name that you have given me. I guarded them, and not one of them was lost except the one destined to be lost, so that the scripture might be fulfilled. 13But now I am coming to you, and I speak these things in the world so that they may have my joy made complete in themselves. 14I have given them your word, and the world has hated them because they do not belong to the world, just as I do not belong to the world. 15I am not asking you to take them out of the world, but I ask you to protect them from the evil one. 16They do not belong to the world, just as I do not belong to the world. 17Sanctify them in the truth; your word is truth. 18As you have sent me into the world, so I have sent them into the world. 19And for their sakes I sanctify myself, so that they also may be sanctified in truth.

L: This is the Gospel of the Lord.All: Praise to you, O Christ.

MESSAGE Pastor Ivy Huston

CONGREGATIONAL SONG “Praise the one who breaks the darkness” ELW 843Cantor: Sara Greenough

Verse 1Praise the One who breaks the darknesswith a liberating light;praise the One who frees the pris'ners,turning blindness into sight.Praise the One who preached the gospel,healing ev'ry dread disease,calming storms and feeding thousandswith the very bread of peace.

Verse 2Praise the One who blessed the childrenwith a strong yet gentle word;praise the One who drove out demonswith a piercing, two-edged sword.Praise the One who brings cool waterto the desert's burning sand;from this well comes living waterquenching thirst in ev'ry land.

Verse 3Praise the one true love incarnate:Christ, who suffered in our place;Jesus died and rose for many that we may know God by grace.Let us sing for joy and gladness, seeing what our God has done.Praise the one redeeming glory; praise the One who makes us one.

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PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLEWe invite you to quietly respond verbally to each petition as follows:L: Lord in Your mercy,All: Hear our prayer

SERVICE OF HOLY COMMUNION

LORD’S PRAYEROur 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.

RECEIVE COMMUNIONAll are invited to participate in the Lord’s Meal as a reminder that Gods love in Jesus frees us from our sin.

POST COMMUNION PRAYERL: Wellspring of joy, through this meal you have put gladness in our

hearts. Satisfy the hunger still around us, and send us as joyful witnesses, that your love may bring joy to the hearts of all people, through Jesus Christ our Lord.

All: Amen.

BENNEDICTIONL: May our glorious God grant you a spirit of wisdom to know and

to love the risen Lord Jesus. The God of life, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, bless you now and forever.

All: Amen.

DISMISSAL L: Alleluia! Christ is risen.All: Christ is risen indeed. Alleluia!L: Go in peace. Share the good news. Alleluia!All: Thanks be to God. Alleluia!

POSTLUDE “I Want to Walk as a Child of the Light” Jeanne KumlinKris Olson

Our hosts will dismiss you. Please exit through the front doors of the sanctuary.Please leave your offering gifts in the plate near the door.

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Today’s Worship Assistants

HOSTS:Kris Shields

READER:Kurt Kumlin

MUSIC:Kris OlsonJeanne KumlinCantor: Sara Greenough

SOUND BOARD:Mark Braun

TREATS:Ivy & Nora Huston

Names listed in bold are new prayer requests or changes to recurring requests.

† Those Celebrating Joy †

Jennifer & Benet Witzmann are celebrating 25 years of marriage.

† Those Experiencing Grief †

The family of Ken Gordon (Katie Weber’s uncle) who passed away on May 12th.

† Facing Ongoing Challenges †

Cheryl Sorensen (daughter of Vernon & Marilyn Anderson) struggling with ongoing and worsening stomach issues seeking doctor’s guidance.

Vernon Anderson had surgery to remove cancer from his bladder. Doctors were successful and believe they got it all!

Barbara (friend of P.J. Kolu) who is suffering from dementia. Retired Centennial Fire Deputy Chief Glen Olson (friends of the Webers) recovering from Covid 19. Sarah Lysne (Teri Danhoff's cousin) complications from ALS. Nikole (Chuck Puskas' cousin's daughter) recovering from serious car accident.

† Cancer †

• Marlene Kasmirski-Stronge (Julie Kasmirski’s mom) breast cancer.• Jackie Manion (Jennifer Witzmann’s sister) cancer.• Mary Jane Zaiser (friends of the Faehns) recurrence of breast cancer.• Kaitlin McCune (Samantha McCune's sister in law) breast cancer. Please keep her husband Nick,

children Isabelle (5), William and Willow (both 3) in your prayers as well. Laurie Hogberg (Hillary Handahl's mom) Mary Pozzini (Jim Danhoff's Aunt) Colleen Roberts (friend of Donna VanGundy) Leigha (April Kelly’s cousin) Sue Braun Linnea Miskowiec

† Hospice †

Kay Roberts (Mark Braun’s Aunt) Bev Mann (friend of Pastor Ivy) Carol Shaffer (Gary Weber's Mother)

If you have a prayer concern please e-mail us at office@livingwaterslutheran.org.Pastor Ivy is also available for prayer concerns. Please email her at pastor@livingwaterslutheran.org

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ANNOUNCEMENTSWe are inviting the congregation to ”Chip In” on funding in-kind resources and physical help with projects around our property to help maintain the

health of the natural landscape. Chip in for…. Supplies needed to relocate the playground

closer to the preschool and allow for a view path to the lake.

Supplies needed to create a pollinator prairie on the previous site of playground.

Hiring professional tree trimmers to create a view path from the church to the lake which would be open year round.

Recovery work on the Labyrinth - unearthing stones and raising them along with path maintenance.

As well as future projects on our property which might include creating a seating area at the lake, creating lake shore access and an expanded walking path.

Please mark your gifts with “Chip In.”

WOMEN'S ENSEMBLE REHEARSALS If you are interested in joining the women's ensemble group that will be singing in Worship

on June 6th please join us for rehearsal TODAY at 10:45am.

Rehearsals are on Sundays May 16th and 23rd at 10:45am and on Saturday May 22nd at 9:00am. We will also practice the morning of our performance on Sunday, June 6th at 9:00am.

If you have any questions, see Kris Olson.

LET'S CELEBRATE OUR 2021 HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATES

This significant milestone is taking place in unprecedented times so let's honor this moment of accomplishment with conversation and celebration.

Pastor Ivy will be hosting two gatherings, one for graduates (May 26th at 6:30pm) and one for their parents (May 25th from 6:30-7:30pm). On Sunday, June 6th we will honor the graduates during worship.

If you have any questions please see Pastor Ivy.

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WEEKLY WORSHIP ASSISTANTS NEEDED!! As the people of God we are called to worship through our prayers, songs and actions. Everyone has a place in worship and we need your help to make worship meaningful and go smoothly. Each week the following help is needed in worship:

Hosts: The hosts check people in, direct them to the bulletin & elements & dismiss folks at the end of worship.

Readers: The readers read the Psalm or lesson, and the prayers of the people (the prayers are already prepared for you).

Treat Makers and Servers: Following worship treats will be served on the front lawn. Ideally the person bringing treats would also help serve. This could be a team effort as one person could serve coffee and one person could serve treats.

Sound Board/Camera Operator: This job is far simpler than it sounds. Some training is required, but it is actually very simple. Please see Michael Weber.

Communion Set Up: An email was sent to the pre-COVID communion team this week, but we are looking for at least one more person to help out in the weekly rotation. This job sets up communion elements for the congregation.

Clean Up Crew: This person or group of people wipes down the pews with wood safe cleanser following worship and also sanitizes the microphones, music stands, and light switches.

The counting team will continue to handle their sign up’s separately. To sign up to help, please visit livingwaterslutheran.org or contact Katie in the office.

COVID UPDATEAs the Minnesota “Dial Forward” continues to loosen restrictions on community engagement, we as a church are continuing to discern how best to love our neighbors in the midst of the continued spread of COVID-19 and increased vaccinations. Until everyone has the opportunity to be vaccinated, we will continue to strive to create space for everyone to participate in the life of the church in the safest manner possible. This is an ongoing process of discernment which the leaders of this church take on prayerfully.

New Shifts: You may remove your mask when outside the

building. Coffee & Treats will be served after worship on the

front lawn. Adding elements back into worship: Confession &

Forgiveness, Apostles Creed, reading of the Psalm and singing throughout the summer.

Worship will be outside during the month of July. All groups may resume meeting at church if

desired.

Remaining the Same: Our commitment to loving our neighbor by

creating the safest possible environment for engagement.

Wear masks inside the building, especially during worship.

Stay home if you are unwell & get tested if you have been exposed or show symptoms.

Keep physical distance between family groups. Maintain 12 feet of distance between

performer/worship leaders and audience. Sanctuary doors will remain open during worship

and other events to aid with air flow/exchange. Use individually packaged communion elements

and remain seated during worship.

As always if you have any questions about LWLC’s COVID-19 Protocols please see Pastor Ivy, or the written protocols are hanging on the window in the vestibule.

SAVE THE DATES!

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Outdoor Concert Series - Wednesdays July 28th, August 4th & 11th from 6-8pm in the parking lot.We'll have food trucks, music and fun for everyone! Watch for more details!

Vacation Bible School - August 9th through the 13th at Living Waters.We will again be partnering with St. Mark Circle Pines for "God's Good Creation" VBS. If you are interested in helping plan VBS, there is a planning meeting on Wednesday, June 2nd at 6:30pm. Watch the church website for details and registration information.

NEW! Book Club Bible Study Thursdays from 6:30-7:30 in-person

We will be using the book Inspired: Slaying Giants, Walking on Water, and Loving the Bible Again by Rachel Held Evans to guide our conversations as we study the Bible using various themes each week.Each week is a stand-alone session so feel free to come!See Pastor Ivy if you have questions.

Lunch Bunch Weekly Bible Study (online Wednesdays at noon)Log in over your lunch break on Wednesday and immerse yourself in the coming week’s gospel. Discussions center around how God’s Word is still talking to us today.

Children’s Ministry (birth through 5 th grade) Today is the final Children’s Ministry Event for the 2021 Program Year. Join us following worship.

LIVING WATERS STAFF

Rev. Ivy Huston, PastorEric Gustafson, Seminarian

Katie Weber, Director of MinistryKris Olson, Music DirectorAmy Kuehl, Bookkeeper

Angela Coon, Children’s Ministry DirectorJohn Graupman, Custodian

Living Waters Lutheran Church865 Birch Street

Lino Lakes, MN 55014651-481-0220

www.livingwaterslutheran.org

CCLI license #: 11266212

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