July 2, 2023
Prelude: The King of Love My Shepherd Is (Ps. 23)
Trad. Irish melody, arr. Englert
Introit: O Come and Sing Unto the Lord (Ps. 95)
The Psalter, 1912/IRISH
Lisa Phillips
Welcome & Call to Worship
[Psalm 111]
Praise the LORD! We will give thanks to the LORD with our whole heart,
in the company of the upright, and in the congregation.
Great are the works of the LORD, studied by all who delight in them.
He has gained renown by his wonderful deeds; the LORD is gracious and merciful.
He provides food for those who fear him; he is ever mindful of his covenant.
Let us worship the LORD!
Ps. 117: From All That Dwell Below the Skies (Hymn 229)
Watts/Geistliche Kirchengesang
From all that dwell below the skies let the Creator’s praise arise: Alleluia! Alleluia!
Let the Redeemer’s name be sung through every land, in every tongue.
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
In every land begin the song, to every land the strains belong: Alleluia! Alleluia!
In cheerful sound all voices raise and fill the world with joyful praise.
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
Eternal are Thy mercies, Lord; eternal truth attends Thy word: Alleluia! Alleluia!
Thy praise shall sound from shore to shore, till suns shall rise and set no more.
Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
Confession
God of goodness and truth, we are often more attuned to what our culture expects from us than what you hope for us. We want to be strong and independent, but we cannot be whole without embracing our vulnerability. Forgive us when we are afraid to be honest with you or with one another. Forgive us when we do not expect you to accept every part of us, even though you made us. Help us understand your will and give thanks. Amen.
Silence
Ps. 67: God of Mercy, God of Grace (Hymn 203)
Wilson/Lyte
God of mercy, God of grace, show the brightness of your face;
Shine upon us, Savior, shine, fill us with your light divine.
Let the people praise you, Lord, be by all that live adored;
At your feet their tribute pay, and your holy will obey.
Let the nations shout and sing, glory to their Savior bring;
All below and all above sing your praise with joy and love.
Forgiveness in Jesus Christ
Peace
The peace of Christ be with you.
And also with you.
Gloria Patri (Hymn 579)
Greatorex
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be,
Word without end. Amen, Amen.
Children’s Message
Solo: With Glad, Exuberant Carolings (Hymn 490)
Doran/Troeger
Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading
Ephesians 5:15-20
Homily: Spiritual Songs, Politics, and Strong Drink
Focus: “The psalmist is brutally honest about the explosive joy that he’s feeling, and the deep sorrow, or confusion.” –Bono
“The songs are not pretty. They’re not nice … but they’re honest. I think we’re trying for honesty, which is very, very hard in our culture.” – Eugene Peterson.
Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper
Communion Music: Bless the Lord, My Soul (Ps. 103)
Taizé Community/Berthier
Bless the Lord, my soul, and bless God’s holy name.
Bless the Lord, my soul, who leads us into life.
(repeat)
Communion Prayer
Call to Stewardship
You shall not wrong or oppress a resident alien, for you were aliens in the land of Egypt.
-Exodus 22:21
Offering Our Gifts: The King of Love My Shepherd Is (Ps. 23)
Trad. Irish melody, arr. Freudenburg
Doxology
Praise God from whom all blessings flow;
Praise God, all creatures here below;
Praise God above, ye heavenly host,
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
Charge & Benediction
Postlude: Oh, that I Had a Thousand Voices (Ps. 148)
Konig, arr. Burkhardt
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