Our Unity in Christ

The seventh Sunday of Easter The sermon for this Sunday is entitled: “Our Unity in Christ”. The gospel text for Sunday is taken from Jesus’ “High Priestly Prayer” (John 17). Jesus feels responsible for the mission and well-being of his disciples. So, while they will not be taken out of a dangerous world, he prays that his Father will protect them from evil. In addition, he prays for unity among his followers. This does not mean they will agree on everything. It means that the love of God will keep them in harmony and peace.

WE GATHER FOR WORSHIP

Prelude: “O Master, Let me Walk With Thee”, Albin Whitworth, “Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee”, Maurice Whitney

Welcome and Announcements

Gathering Hymn: “Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation”

Apostolic Greeting

Hymn of Praise

Prayer of the Day First Reading: Acts 1:15-17,21-26

Second Reading: 1 John 5:9-13

Choir Anthem: “Come, Christians, Join to Sing”, Patricia H. Hamberg

Children’s Time

Gospel Acclamation and Gospel: John 17:6-19

Sermon: “Our Unity in Christ”, Pastor Dan Severson

Sermon Hymn: “Son of God, Eternal Savior”

Apostles Creed

Prayers of Intercession

Offertory Music: “Theme from Leebestraum”,

Offering Response: “Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow”

The Lord’s Prayer

Benediction

Sending Hymn: “Crown Him with Many Crowns”

Dismissal

Postlude: “Prelude, Fugue, and Bouree”, Friedrich Zachow