Encounters in Jerusalem

Today’s gospel text is from Matthew 21:1-11. This passage tells us that the time has come for Jesus’ triumphant entry into Jerusalem. Thus, Jesus does something he has consistently refused to do up to this point; present Himself as the Messiah in fulfillment of the prophecy in public. He asl for the first time accepts the recognition of himself as the Messiah by the crowds.

We Gather to Worship

Prelude: “Palm Sunday Procession”, Phil Lehenbauer

Welcome Psalm 24

Gathering Song: “Prepare the Royal Highway”

Apostolic Greeting

Kyrie

Prayer of the Day

First Reading: Philippians 2:5-11

Choir Anthem: “Shout Hosanna to the King”, Stan Pethel

Gospel Acclamation Gospel: Matthew 21:1-11

Children’s Time

Sermon “Encounters in Jerusalem”, Pastor Lauren Chambers

Sermon Hymn: “My Song is Love Unknown”

Apostles Creed

Prayers of the Church

Sharing of the Peace

Announcements

Offertory: “Palmesondag”, Natalia Jespersen

Words of Institution

The Lord’s Prayer

Communion Distribution

Blessing and Benediction

Sending Hymn: “Great God Your Love Has Called Us”

Dismissal Postlude: “Toccata sopra ‘Intonant ecce’, Carlotta Ferrari