On What Can We Count?
The Gospel lesson for this Sunday is the story of Jesus calming the sea. This lesson reveals his power over evil, since the sea represents evil and chaos. The boat on the sea is a symbol of the church, and invites us to trust God amid life’s turbulence.
WE GATHER FOR WORSHIP
Prelude: “Litany”, Franz Schubert
Welcome and Announcements
Gathering Hymn: “We Praise You, O God”
Apostolic Greeting
Hymn of Praise
Prayer of the Day
First Reading: Job 38:1-11
Second Reading: 2 Corinthians 6:1-13
Choir Anthem:
Children’s Time
Gospel Acclamation and Gospel: Mark 4:35-41
Sermon: “On What Can We Count?”, Pastor Dan Severson
Sermon Hymn: “Eternal Father, Strong to Save”
Apostles Creed
Prayers of Intercession
Installation of the 2024-2025 Church Council
Offertory Music: “Beach Spring”, Charles Callahan
Offering Response: “Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow”
The Lord’s Prayer
Benediction
Sending Hymn: “Precious Lord, Take My Hand”
Dismissal
Postlude: “Pasticcio”
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