Third Sunday after Pentecost - Our Redeemer's Lutheran Church

Third Sunday after Pentecost

June 13, 2021 | 11 AM

Welcome! It is a joy to worship together!

As a community in the model of Christ, we warmly welcome all who have come seeking God in worship at Our Redeemer’s Lutheran Church. We welcome people of every race, gender, ethnic

background, social status, physical ability, sexual orientation, and gender identity. Together in our diversity and as a Reconciling in Christ congregation, we seek to embrace the love of God offered to us in Jesus Christ. We gather to experience the presence of God in Word and

Sacrament and to give praise to God who loves us unconditionally.

ONLINE: Our Redeemer's live streams worship services online using Zoom and Facebook Live. Please join us! Here's how:

• By phone: call 1-206-337-9723. Then enter this number when prompted: 822 691 346. This method will let you listen in, but not view the service.

• By Facebook Live: Go to www.facebook.com/ourredeemers. You don’t have to have a facebook account – it’s a public channel.

• By Zoom:

Download the Zoom app to your computer, tablet, or cell phone. It’s free!

Click this link: https:// Zoom.us/j/822691346. Prayers of the People: Following the Hymn of the Day, the Assisting Minister will lead us in praying for the church, the world, and all those in need. To have your prayer requests, concerns or praises included, please post them in the chat window on Facebook or Zoom and the Welcome Minister will confidentially pass them on to the Assisting Minister.

OUR MISSION:In the model of Christ and for the life of the world, we are an inclusive, devoted, caring and

spiritual community that accepts challenges, takes risks and grows.

We are on land created by God and stewarded for generations by the indigenous ancestors of the Duwamish people, who are still here. We honor the Creator’s continuing presence in this land, confess our

complicity in its brokenness, and awaken to our connectedness with all of creation.

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Welcome!

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GATHERPRELUDE "Amazing Grace" from Virginia Harmony, arr. by Jack Schrader

"Amazing Grace - Blues Gospel Piano" arr. by Jack Schrader, Hope Publishing Company

WELCOME

HYMN OF THE DAY "Lift Every Voice and Sing"

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*GREETING

The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God,and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.And also with you.

*For more information about this hymn, go to page 17 of this bulletin.

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*PRAYER OF THE DAY

Let us pray: Holy and righteous God, you created us in your image. Grant us grace to contend fearlessly against evil and to make no peace with oppression. Help us, like those of generations before us who resisted the evil of slavery and human bondage in any form and any manner of oppression. Help us to use our freedoms to bring justice among people and nations everywhere, to the glory of your Holy name through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

WORD

FIRST READING Ezekiel 17:22-24

Listen for the word of God. Our ears and hearts are open.

22Thus says the Lord God: I myself will take a sprig from the lofty top of a cedar; I will set it out. I will break off a tender one from the topmost of its young twigs; I myself will plant it on a high and lofty mountain. 23On the mountain height of Israel I will plant it, in order that it may produce boughs and bear fruit, and become a noble cedar. Under it every kind of bird will live; in the shade of its branches will nest winged creatures of every kind. 24All the trees of the field shall know that I am the Lord. I bring low the high tree, I make high the low tree; I dry up the green tree and make the dry tree flourish. I the Lord have spoken; I will accomplish it.

Word of God, Word of life.Thanks be to God.

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*GOSPEL ACCLAMATION

*THE GOSPEL Mark 4:26-34The holy Gospel according to Mark, the 4th chapter. Glory to you, O Lord.

26[Jesus] said, “The kingdom of God is as if someone would scatter seed on the ground, 27and would sleep and rise night and day, and the seed would sprout and grow, he does not know how. 28The earth produces of itself, first the stalk, then the head, then the full grain in the head. 29But when the grain is ripe, at once he goes in with his sickle, because the harvest has come.” 30He also said, “With what can we compare the kingdom of God, or what parable will we use for it? 31It is like a mustard seed, which, when sown upon the ground, is the smallest of all the seeds on earth; 32yet when it is sown it grows up and becomes the greatest of all shrubs, and puts forth large branches, so that the birds of the air can make nests in its shade.” 33With many such parables he spoke the word to them, as they were able to hear it; 34he did not speak to them except in parables, but he explained everything in private to his disciples.

The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ.

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SERMON

Introduction: Pastor Kathy Hawks Guest Speakers: Marie Brissette, Lars Sveum-Hanson, Joshua Liljenstolpe, Dana Wright, Pamela Altman.

The Pouring of Libations with Rev. Starr

The pouring of water libations is a West African tradition carried on by African Americans along the US southern coast. As Rev. Starr notes, it is an offering to our Creator and a way of remembering our ancestors, the “saints” who have gone before us. This ritual was used at Mother Emanuel Church after the murder of its staff and members. Pouring water libations is also a sacred Jewish tradition, connected with the "living water" of the Spirit. The word, Ashe (ashay), used at the end of each pouring, means "may it be so" or "so it is" in Yoruba.

HYMN OF THE DAY "Lament" by Mark Miller

While listening, please reflection on this question: "Where do these sermon stories connect with your experience and resonate?". As you are comfortable, please share your reflections in the chat and comments.

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*PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

Let us come before the triune God in prayer.

A brief silence.

Holy God, you plant the seeds of faith in every nation. Enliven your church, so that the good news of your grace may root and grow throughout the world. Lord, in your mercy,hear our prayer.

Creator, even the trees, shrubs, and flowers delight in your goodness. From the depths of the soil to the highest mountain, bring forth new plants. Restore growth to places suffering drought. Lord, in your mercy,hear our prayer.

Judge of nations, we pray for our leaders and those in power. Grant them the ability to regard those under their charge with humility, dedicating their lives in service to others. Lord, in your mercy,hear our prayer.

Divine comforter, you show compassion to those in need and provide relief to those who call on you. Bless all who suffer, especially people trapped in cycles of poverty and homelessness. Lord, in your mercy,hear our prayer.

Sovereign God, this house of worship belongs to you. We give thanks and pray for our church musicians. We dedicate to you the joyful noise that comes from this place; the cries of children, the melody of voice and instruments, and the songs from our hearts. Lord, in your mercy,hear our prayer.

Here other intercessions may be offered.

God of All, it is your will for people to be whole and free. We give you thanks for the life and witness of the Emmanuel 9. Grant that their faithfulness may be an example for all of us as we work towards an end to racism in our churches and communities. Remove the barriers that stand in the way of our collective liberation. Put an end to white supremacy and other systems of oppression. Connect us with one another and empower us to build a world where all people are safe and loved. In the name of your Child, Jesus Christ, who lives and liberates with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

Eternal God, we give thanks for our ancestors in the faith who are now at home with you. We look forward to that day when we are reunited in your new creation. Lord, in your mercy,hear our prayer.

We lift our prayers to you, O God, trusting in your abiding grace. Amen.

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OFFERING MINISTRY MOMENT Racial Justice Advocates

OFFERING SPECIAL MUSIC "Amazing Grace"

MEAL

God of love,you call us beloved children and welcome us to your table.Receive our lives and the gifts we offer.Abide with us and send us in service to a suffering world;for the sake of your beloved Child, Jesus Christ.Amen.

*OFFERING PRAYER

*GREAT THANKSGIVING The Lord be with you.And also with you.

Lift up your hearts.We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.It is right to give our thanks and praise.

Holy God,you alone are holy,you alone are God. The universe declares your praise:beyond the stars;beneath the sea;

*PEACE

The peace of Christ be with you always.And also with you.

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within each cell;with every breath.We praise you, O God. Generations bless your faithfulness:through the water;by night and day;across the wilderness;out of exile;into the future.We bless you, O God. We give you thanks for your dear Son:at the heart of human life;near to those who suffer;beside the sinner;among the poor;with us now.We thank you, O God. In the night in which he was betrayed,our Lord Jesus took bread,and gave thanks; broke it,and gave it to his disciples,saying: Take and eat;this is my body, given for you.Do this for the remembrance of me. Again, after supper,he took the cup, gave thanks,and gave it for all to drink,saying: This cupis the new covenant in my blood,shed for you and for all peoplefor the forgiveness of sin.Do this for the remembrance of me. Remembering his love for uson the way,at the table,and to the end,

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we proclaim the mystery of faith:Christ has died.Christ is risen.Christ will come again. O God, you are Breath: send your Spirit on this meal. O God, you are Fire: transform us with hopein our gathering;among your people;throughout the world. Blessing, praise, and thanksto you, holy God,through Christ Jesus,by your Spirit,in your church,without end.Amen.

*THE LORD'S PRAYER

Gathered into one by the Holy Spirit, let us pray the prayer Jesus taught us:

Our Father in heaven,hallowed be your name,your kingdom come,your will be done,on earth as in heaven.Give us today our daily bread.Forgive us our sinsas we forgive thosewho sin against us.Save us from the time of trialand deliver us from evil.For the kingdom, the power,and the glory are yours,now and forever. Amen

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LAMB OF GOD

*INVITATION TO THE MEAL

The risen Christ invites us to this table.Come, eat and be satisfied. This is for you.

All Are Welcome to participate in communion, including children (as parents permit).

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COMMUNION HYMN "Taste and See"

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

*PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION

Wellspring of joy,through this meal you have put gladness in our hearts.Satisfy the hunger still around us,and send us as joyful witnesses,that your love may bring joy to the hearts of all people,through Jesus Christ our Lord.Amen.

SENDING

*TABLE BLESSING

May the body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen us, and keep us in his grace. Amen.

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GRADUATE BLESSINGWe are delighted to recognize high school graduates of Our Redeemer’s today. It is our

privilege to affirm these members of our congregation who have completed one phase of their lives and move with great expectations to another.

Graduates, please wave as your names are read.

Kathryn Anderson received a Bachelor of Arts in English from The College of William and Mary.

Kristofer Anderson will be receiving his high school diploma from Lake Washington High School.

Tom Butler graduated from Occidental College with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Mathematics

and Kinesiology.

Anika Michaelsen graduated from Gonzaga with a degree in Business Administration.

Michael Peters will be graduating from the University of Washington with honors

in elementary education.

Graduates, as you celebrate your achievements and prepare to begin new endeavors, be mindful of your grounding in faith, and of your vocation to serve God in all

your life’s work and accomplishments.

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*DISMISSAL

Go in peace. You are the body of Christ.Thanks be to God.

JOIN US FOR COFFEE HOUR Our Zoom Coffee Hour features "Breakout Rooms" to help facilitate conversation in

smaller groups. Please stay after for conversation!

"LIFT EVERY VOICE & SING"(Black National Anthem) was originally recited as a poem by 500 students of the all-Black Stanton school in Jacksonville, Florida for Booker T. Washington at a Lincoln birthday event on February 12th, 1900. James Weldon Johnson (JWJ, born June 17th), principal, wrote the poem and collaborated with his brother, John, to set it to music. This song is a prayer of thanksgiving for God, America and Black heritage. Assemblies commonly stand up when singing out of respect for the ancestors. The two brothers produced over 200 songs on Broadway, and became known as the Black Gershwins. After helping Teddy Roosevelt become President, JWJ served as a diplomat until1916, when he became secretary for the NAACP. He also taught creative writing and literature at Fisk & NYU, wrote novels, and edited anthologies of poetry and Gospel music!

LINK to the ELCA Prayer Service for Commemoration of the Emanuel Nine recorded on June 17, 2020, the fifth anniversary of the evening nine people were shot and killed during a Bible study at Emanuel African Methodist Episcopal Church in Charleston, S.C. Portions of this video were used in our service today.

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We Pray for... Aaron, Harold & Carol Alley, Sonja Braasch, John Ellingboe, Anna Freyberg, Richard & Shirley Holt, Richard (Dick) Labrash, Patci

Mungerson, Mandy Neill, Latife Neu, Barbara Olsen, Jerry Pickering, Linda Ravenhorst,

Jennifer Seyler, Deborah Sjoquist, Erik Smith, Doug Starup, Stone family, Julie Vannoy,

Charlotte Wallstrom, Eileen Weller; immigrant families remaining separated; Road2Housing

guests.

Grieving the Loss of... Fred Nelson; Sylvia Cook; Doris Johnsrud

To include someone in the prayers for 4 weeks, please email the church.

Our StaffKathy Hawks

Pastor [email protected]

Gretchen Mertes Pastor

[email protected]

Elizabeth Dickinson Social Justice Coordinator

[email protected]

Karen Lee Traditional Worship / Music Director

[email protected]

Karie Stearns Parish Administrator

[email protected]

Debbie Lematta Communications Coordinator

[email protected]

Katlin Dickinson-Laurence Office Coordinator Welcome Minister

[email protected]

www.ourredeemers.net The fastest way to reach our staff is by email.

Email: [email protected] You can also leave a message for any staff

member by calling: 206.783.7900.

Temporary mailing address: 5306 Ballard Ave NW, Ste 226

Seattle • 98107

IN OUR SERVICE TODAY Preaching: Pastor Kathy Hawks

Guest Speakers: Marie Brissette, Lars Sveum-Hanson, Joshua Liljenstolpe, Dana Wright,

Pamela Altman Presiding: Pastor Gretchen Mertes Assisting Minister: Sharon LeVan

Lector: Steve Kaimmer Musicians: Karen Lee, Gretchen Mertes

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ANNOUNCEMENTS For more details, check the website or current newsletter.

Zoom Online or via Facebook Join us each Sunday at 11am online for fellowship and worship - a blend of our traditional and informal services. All are welcome!

Welcome to PRIDE Month We affirm our commitment to being a Reconciling in Christ congregation and thank God for the richness of community and relationships that means for us. We stand with all who have the courage to be our/their authentic selves even as we/they experience isolation, cultural stigma, and legal discrimination. And we celebrate the leadership of LGBTQ+ people in our church and in our country.

The PRIDE Interfaith Worship Service will be held on Saturday, June 26, at 2 PM, at All Pilgrims Christian Church, 500 Broadway East on Seattle’s Capitol Hill. Reflections on the theme “Made in the Image of the Creator” will be given by members of the Christian, Jewish, Muslim and Buddhist faith communities. Compline (Evening Prayer) Service Thursdays, 7 PM, New Location: 2639 NW 95th Street Instead of meeting in the church parking lot, we will be gathering from now on in Sally Parker-Henderson and Doug Starup beautiful backyard starting tomorrow night. The address is 2639 NW 95th Street. The service will be the same — about 20 minutes at 7 PM. Join us! (If rain threatens, check Our Redeemer’s Facebook page for info.)

We need people to lead a reading and reflection on any upcoming Thursday at 7 PM. If you are interested, learn more and SIGN UP here! Families may work together on a reading and reflection, and people of any age may participate.

worship Sundays 11am

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fa ith formationWednesday Bible StudyEvery Wednesday, 10:30 AM - Zoom Link - Passcode: bibleWe're looking at The History and Archaeology of the Bible. This Wednesday's subject is "The Kingdom of Herod the Great". LEARN MORE All are welcome! Let Carolyn Swanson know if have questions: [email protected] or call her: 206-390-7732.

Bible Connections for FamiliesIf you need a tool to help your child grow in faith and stay connected to church without adding yet another Zoom meeting, we've developed a resource for you! You will receive an online guide to help you take 20 minutes to grow in faith as a family. Questions? Contact Mandy Neill.

VBS Is Happening This Summer!

Are You Ready?

There will be one VBS Offering this Summer*! Save the date!

July 26 – 29

Phinney Ridge Lutheran Church LINK TO POSTER

Two identical sessions:9:30-11 AM & 6:30-8 PM

Children 5-12 are invited to attend, and younger ones, too, with an adult companion. Cost is $20/child (scholarships available).

(*We have decided not to have VBS in Our Redeemer’s parking lot.)

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socia l just ice Ballard Sunday Dinner - Volunteer to Serve this Summer!Ballard First Lutheran ChurchAs we head into summer, please think about those times you will be in town and consider volunteering for one Ballard Sunday Dinner. There are opportunities to cook and serve, clean up, or take the lead in planning a meal in June, July, and August. Please SIGN UP HERE for any or all summer months. Questions? Contact Elizabeth at [email protected].

Racial Justice - Opportunities To Get InvolvedAs we focus on racial justice at today's service, Our Redeemer’s Racial Justice group invites you to some opportunities to get involved. Thank you for doing your part to ensure that all God's children thrive!• Join our Racial Justice Advocates group. We meet Monday evenings

every two weeks, and would love your participation! Please contact Marie Brissette.

• Join a book group with other congregation members this summer• Give to the Emanuel Nine Memorial at the Mother Emanuel Church

https://emanuelnine.org/ • Learn how to respond to racist comments or incidents. Sign up for this

free one-hour Bystander Intervention Training: https://www.ihollaback.org/bystanderintervention/

Consider Being a Church Council Member!We're Looking for a Few Good People - How About You?Would you like to help lead Our Redeemer’s into the future, aligning our ministries with God’s vision (and our strategic plan), and being responsi-ble for the financial and property matters that support our mission? Do you have patience for consensus-building, differences of opinion, and on occasion, long (but productive) meetings?Interested? Contact Morgan Fowler by email: [email protected].

Vision-Aligned Building (VAB) NewsWe're getting closer to our grand re-opening in late summer! Get current news and videos about our renovation and construction by visiting Our Vision-Aligned Building webpage: (https://ourredeemers.net/about/build-the-vision/).

Madonna's Book Group Madonna's Book Group plans on meeting next on July 18th at 4 PM. The book to start reading for discussion that date is THE PERFUME COLLECTOR by Kathleen Tessaro. Contact Lynne McNeill if you want your name added to the group to get updates.

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www.ourredeemers.netOur temporary mail ing address :

5306 Ballard Ave NW, Ste 226 Seattle, WA 98107

* Email [email protected] if you need Zoom meeting help. Find meeting and Zoom link information in the announcements herein or on the church's website calendar.

This Week at Our Redeemer’s Today, Sunday, June 13

Emanuel Nine RemembranceGrad Sunday

9:30 AM - Sprouts Class 11 AM - Sunday Worship | Zoom/Facebook

1 PM - Adult Forum

Tuesday, June 1510 AM-1 PM - Pastor Gretchen Virtual Office Hours

7 PM - Church Council Meeting

Wednesday, June 1610:30 AM - Bible Study

1 PM - Staff Meeting6:30 PM - Centering Prayer | Zoom/Facebook

Thursday, June 17 9 AM-noon - Pastor Kathy Virtual Office Hours

7 PM - Compline Service | 2639 NW 95th Street

Sunday, June 20 11 AM - Sunday Worship | Zoom/Facebook

2 PM - 6 PM Ballard Sunday Dinner | Ballard First Lutheran