June 11, 2023
Prelude
Psalm 2: Why Are Nations Raging (Hymn 159)
Hintze/Anderson
Why are nations raging and conspiring plots in vain?
Rulers of the world rise up, weaving webs of death and pain.
Then against the Lord they cry, and against God’s holy Son,
“Let us tear their bonds from us and with their control be done.”
But the Lord has scorn on them, laughing and enthroned on high.
God brings wrath upon their work; filled with anger God replies:
“It is My own holy will that the Christ on earth shall reign,
And on Zion’s holy hill, my anointed I’ll maintain.”
God’s decree unto the King tells us what the Lord did say:
You are My own holy child; I’ve begotten You this day.
Ask of Me and I will make all the nations Your own stay.
These possessions You shall rule, strong as iron smashing clay.”
Therefore, leaders of the earth, serve the Lord with holy fear;
Trembling come before the throne or God’s anger will appear.
Kiss God’s feet in trembling awe or the Lord will use the rod,
Making beggars of all kings. Blest are those who trust in God.
Welcome & Call to Worship
[Psalm 2]
Why do the nations conspire, and the peoples plot in vain?
Kings and rulers of the earth take counsel together, against the Lord and his anointed.
He who sits in the heavens laughs; the Lord has them in derision.
Be warned, O rulers of the earth, and serve the Lord with fear.
Happy are all who take refuge in him.
Let us worship the LORD!
God of Creation
Clarkson/Trad. Irish melody
God of creation, all powerful, all wise, Lord of the universe rich with surprise,
Maker, Sustainer, and Ruler of all, we are your children – you hear when we call.
God of the ages, through time’s troubled years you are the One in whom history coheres;
Nations and empires your purpose fulfill, moving in freedom, yet working your will.
God of your people, your Words still stands fast– do for us now as you’ve done in the past!
Yours is the Kingdom–your triumph we claim, challenging evil in Jesus’ strong name.
God of our now, all our trust is in you, Covenant-God, ever faithful and true;
Sovereign Creator, Redeemer and Lord, now and forever your name be adored!
Confession
God of power and glory, in the chaos of our world, many people and rulers seem set against you and your ways. When we feel threatened, we want you to confound and terrify our enemies. Forgive us when we lose confidence in you when you do not respond as we expect. Forgive us when we, in turn, wish to cast aside the restraint and accommodation necessary for relationships. When we are afraid, help us take refuge in you. Amen.
Silence
Seek Ye First (Hymn 333)
Lafferty
Seek ye first the kingdom of God and His righteousness,
And all these things shall be added unto you. Al-le-lu, al-le-lu-ia!
Ask and it shall be given unto you, Seek and ye shall find.
Knock and the door shall be opened unto you Al-le-lu, al-le-lu-ia!
[Matthew 6:33]
Forgiveness in Jesus Christ
Children’s Message
Responsorial Psalm: Psalm 2
(Refrain)
Song-leader: Serve the Lord with holy fear.
Congregation repeats: Serve the Lord with holy fear.
Embodiment: Psalm 2
Meditation (Silent Reflection & Note-Taking)
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.
Reflection on New Testament Shared World
of Psalm 2: Acts 4:19-31
Scott Starbuck
Sung Response: Why This Dark Conspiracy
Goreham/CHRIST IST ERSTANDEN
Lisa Phillips
Engagement
John Yoder
Pastoral Prayer & 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
Call to Stewardship
Scott Starbuck
Teach them to your children, talking about them when you are at home and when you are away, when you lie down and when you rise. -Deuteronomy 11:19
Offering Our Gifts
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
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