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”