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3rd Sunday after Pentecost June 26, 2022

6/26/2022

Introduction: We have no good apart from God. That makes Jesus’ call to follow him an invitation to freedom. This is freedom to revel in the Spirit’s fruit: love, joy, peace, and patience. This is freedom to not be imprisoned by anything that would keep us from the fullness of the life God has given us. This is the path of life.

Scripture:

1 Kings 19:15-16, 19-21 Elijah says to Elisha, Follow me and do not continue plowing
Psalm 16 I have set the Lord always before me. (Ps. 16:8)
Galatians 5:1, 13-25 Love is the whole law, gift of the Spirit
Luke 9:51-62 Jesus says, Follow me and do not look back

Sermon: Pastor Kathryn Gulbranson:

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2nd Sunday after Pentecost June 19, 2022

6/19/2022

Introduction: This Sunday’s texts paint startling pictures of the horrific nature of sin. The church’s repeated celebration of holy communion counters that tragic reality in a continued showing forth of the death of Jesus until he comes again. It is a dramatic declaration of “how much God has done for you.”

Scripture:

Isaiah 65:1-9 The prophet sent to a rebellious people
Psalm 22:19-28 In the midst of the assembly I will praise you. (Ps. 22:22)
Galatians 3:23-29 In baptism, clothed with Christ; no longer Jew or Greek
Luke 8:26-39 Jesus casts out demons possessing a man of the Gerasenes

Sermon: Pastor Kathryn Gulbranson:

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The Holy Trinity (1st Sunday after Pentecost) June 12, 2022

6/12/2022

Introduction: “O Lord our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!” Today we celebrate the Holy Trinity. Paul writes that through Jesus we have peace with God, whose love pours into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, giving us lasting hope. We celebrate the gracious One-in-Three, eternal Three-in-One, as we worship in community; as we share water and word, bread and wine; and as we bring God’s love and hope to our neighbors.

Scripture:

Proverbs 8:1-4, 22-31 Wisdom rejoices in the creation
Psalm 8 Your glory is chanted above the heavens. (Ps. 8:2)
Romans 5:1-5God’s love poured into our hearts through the Holy Spirit
John 16:12-15 The Spirit will guide you into the truth

Sermon: Pastor Kathryn Gulbranson:

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Day of Pentecost June 5, 2022

6/5/2022

Introduction: On Pentecost, we celebrate that we have been given an Advocate to accompany us. Poured out in wind and fire, water, wine, and bread, the Holy Spirit abides in and among us. We give thanks that God speaks to each of us, no matter our origins, language, or life path. Filled with the Spirit of truth, we go out from worship to proclaim the saving power of Christ’s love and the freedom of God’s grace with all the world.

Scripture:

Acts 2:1-21 Filled with the Spirit to tell God’s deeds
Psalm 104:24-34, 35b Send forth your Spirit and renew the face of the earth. (Ps. 104:30)
Romans 8:14-17 The Spirit makes us children of God
John 14:8-17 [25-27] The Father will give you another Advocate, the Spirit of truth

Sermon: Pastor Kathryn Gulbranson:

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Seventh Sunday of Easter May 29, 2022

5/29/2022

Scripture: Acts 16:16-34, Psalm 97, Revelation 22:12-14, 16-17, 20-21, John 17:20-26

Introduction: It is possible to hear in Jesus’ high priestly prayer, a prayer he offered shortly before his death, the petitions of the ascended Christ for his own throughout history—to our day—and beyond. Jesus prays for us. In holy baptism we become believers in God, have our robes washed in the flood of Christ’s forgiveness, and receive the gift of life forever with all the saints.

Sermon: Mr. Brian Brozovic

Sixth Sunday of Easter (Ascension of Our Lord) May 22, 2022

5/22/2022

Scripture: Acts 1:1-11 / Psalm 47 / Ephesians 1:15-23 / Luke 24:44-53

Introduction: In today’s readings the risen Christ ascends into heaven and his followers are assured that the Spirit will empower them to be witnesses throughout the earth. The disciples are told to not gaze up into heaven to look for Jesus (Acts 1:11); we find his presence among us as we proclaim the word and share the Easter feast. We too long for the Spirit to enliven our faith and invigorate our mission.

Sermon: Pastor Kathryn Gulbranson

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Fifth Sunday of Easter May 15, 2022

5/15/2022

Scripture: Acts 11:1-18, Psalm 148, Revelation 21:1-6, John 13:31-35

Introduction: Easter initiates a new day. It anticipates a new heaven and a new earth. The risen Christ is making all things new. In the mystery of holy baptism, God has made new people of us. Today Jesus invites us to see everyone in a new light—through the lens of love.

Sermon: Pastor Kathryn Gulbranson: State of the Church

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Fourth Sunday of Easter May 8, 2022

5/8/2022

Scripture: Acts 9:36-43, Psalm 23, Revelation 7:9-17, John 10:22-30

Introduction: The gift of new life, of eternal life, is the gift of the risen Christ. It is the promise of Jesus. It was true for Dorcas in Joppa. It was true for those “who have come out of the great ordeal” in the Revelation vision. It is true for us and for all the baptized: Surely goodness and mercy shall follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever.

Sermon: Mr. Adam Erickson, Executive Director, Mt. Cross Ministries

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Third Sunday Of Easter May 1, 2022

5/1/2022

Scripture: Acts 9:1-6, (7-20) • Psalm 30 • Revelation 5:11-14 • John 21:1-19

Introduction
The disciples make a big splash and eat breakfast with the risen Jesus. Wading in the water (remembering baptism) and eating with Jesus (celebrating holy communion) is our weekly encounter with the risen Christ. Jesus asks us again and again: Do you love me? And Jesus invites us, again and again, to follow him, bringing the Easter life to others.

Sermon: Pastor Kathryn Gulbranson:

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Second Sunday of Easter April 24, 2022

4/24/2022

Scripture: Acts 5:27-32 • Psalm 118:14-29 or Psalm 150 • Revelation 1:4-8 • John 20:19-31

Introduction: In spite of all we have heard and all we have seen, it is often hard to believe. Because it is hard to believe, we will invest ourselves in the Easter mystery for fifty days (a week of weeks). Because it is hard to believe, John the evangelist will provide sign after sign celebrating Jesus’ victory over death. Because it is hard to believe, the risen Jesus will return to us again and again in the mystery of holy communion, inviting us to touch and taste his presence, and offering us his peace.

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