Follow Me Celebration for the Missional Community.
Take Up Your Cross and Follow Me. Matt. 16:24.
Introduction: If any want to become my followers, let them deny themselves and take up their cross and follow me. Matt. 16:24. Will You Come and Follow Me? Summons. John Bell. Would we, could we, should we follow Jesus? Yes of course! But at what price? Obviously Matthew sees that Jesus is rightly putting Peter the Rock behind Him, in the position of a follower, not a leader, and for good reason. Prophet Jeremiah continues his confession lament. Jeremiah points out the corruption in society and demands correction. The privileged will have to alter the good life as they know it. The poor will have to walk the straight line. God is watching. In today’s Psalm 26, David appears to promote self righteousness. What reaction do we feel in response? In today’s letter to the Romans, Apostle Paul promotes love within evangelistic behaviors and communications. We have much to learn and practice in following today’s message.
Scripture: Old Testament: Jeremiah 15:15-21. Psalm: Psalm 26:1-8. New Testament: Romans 12:9-21. Gospel: Matthew 16:21-28.
Will you let me be your servant Richard Gillard First Plymouth Lincoln Nebraska https://youtu.be/32jWTAIHXgE
Will You Let Me be be Your Servant
Prayer: On this day of rejoicing, Dear God of our ancestors, as we gather to break the bread, we remember that through the blood of the Lamb you redeemed usand made us pass over from death to new life. Grant that, as we celebrate your mighty deeds, we may be one with Jesus in offering you this sacrifice of praise. Amen.
Altar Call Lord Jesus, I want to experience your mercy today. I believe that Jesus died on the cross to pay the price for my sins. I admit I am a sinner in need of a Savior, and I am inviting you to be mine right now. Come into my life. Forgive my sin. Live in me as my Leader from now on. I believe you are a God who is rich in mercy.
Prayer Intentions: Creator God, you call us to love and serve you with body, mind, and spirit through loving your creation and our sisters and brothers. Open our hearts in compassion and receive these petitionson behalf of the needs of the church and the world. Prayers of the People; Holy One, hear our prayers and make us faithful stewards of the fragile bounty of this earth so that we may be entrusted with the riches of heaven. Amen.
Apostles Creed I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary; suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and buried; He descended into hell; the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and sits on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from there He shall come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit; the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen. (Book of Concord).
Our Father Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever and ever. Amen. (Book of Concord). (Matthew 6:9-13).
Liturgy of the Eucharist
Handshake of Peace
Confession The Apostle John proclaims, If we confess our sins He who is faithful and just will forgive our sins, and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9.
Most merciful God, we confess that we are by nature sinful and unclean. We have sinned against You in thought, word and deed, by what we have done and by what we have left undone. We have not loved You with our whole heart. We have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. For the sake of Your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us so that we may delight in Your will and walk in Your ways to the glory of Your holy name. Amen.
Communion Hymn
Sing of Jesus, sing forever Thomas Kelly. Fernando Ortega. https://youtu.be/lYDgt1R6yTI
Sing to Jesus Fernando Ortega
Institution of the Lord’s Supper
26 Now as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and after blessing it broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said, “Take, eat; this is my body.” 27 And he took a cup, and when he had given thanks he gave it to them, saying, “Drink of it, all of you, 28 for this is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. – Matthew 26:26-28(ESV).
Communion
Prayer: Faithful God, you are the hope of all the oppressed, and the source of freedom for those held captive. Make us strong to witness to your liberating power, in generosity of life and in humility of spirit, that all the world may delight in your goodness. Amen.
Summons Song Will you come and follow me John L. Bell. https://youtu.be/o469PRLdbHU
Will You Come and Follow Me
Blessing The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; The Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26.
The Service has ended. Go in Peace. Thanks be to God.
Peace and Joy! Pastors Michael and Cathy Hanus Spirit of Peace Church.
Our Missional Community Ministry Team is offering an additional opportunity this season for a second Vacation Bible School VBS called Rocky Railway. The theme focuses on the Power of Jesus Christ.
Rocky Railway VBS
Activity modified for COVID-19 guidelines
Although participation in the modified VBS activity is Free (Donations are always Welcome!), we do require registration ahead of the scheduled activity so we may comply with COVID-19 guidelines.
We are planning to offer this modified VBS activity on a Saturday afternoon in September. Therefore it will best assist planning if you contact us before the end of this month of August.
If you are interested in participating as youth or adult; child, adolescent or parent; volunteer or donor; please use the following information to contact us:
Pastors Michael or Cathy Hanus, please email minister@spiritofpeace.us, please note VBS in the email subject line, please list the names of all interested participants, whether adult, adolescent, or child, and children’s ages in the body of the email; along with any other information you are requesting.
We look forward to meeting you! Peace and Joy! Pastors Michael and Cathy Hanus, Spirit of Peace.us
Walk on Water Celebration for the Community. Modern Song Focus on Contemporary Church Artists performing hymns of traditional foundation. Everyone is Welcome!
Introduction: Walk on Water Matthew proclaims his brother in Christ Paul fears the deep lake when he takes his eyes off Jesus and Jesus reaches out to save him. In Kings, Jeremiah speaks to us of God calling upon Elijah to message His people that He will save the believers. David in Psalms glorifies God trusting in Him for salvation. Paul to Romans and us, a letter to inspire evangelism in believers.
Walk on Water Service Introduction
Scripture: Old Testament: 1 Kings 19:9-18. Psalm: Psalm 85:8-13. New Testament: Romans 10:5-15. Gospel: Matthew 14:22-33.
Old Testament: 1 Kings 19:9-18. Music
Lord, you sometimes speak in wonders Christopher Idle Dunfermline Abbey https://youtu.be/KWj_6zB248Q
Lord, you sometimes speak in wonders unmistakable and clear; mighty signs to prove your presence, overcoming doubt and fear
Prayer: Eternal God, you are present with us throughout our lives, even when others plot to do us harm. May we learn to live together in unity, that in all we do, we may sing your praises now and forever. Amen.
Psalm 85:8-13.
Psalm 85 Rebecca De la Torre https://youtu.be/S-1hepcwwSU
Psalm 85 Rebecca DeLaTorre
Prayer Intentions: Friends in Christ, God invites us to hold the needs of our sisters and brothers as dear to us as our own needs. Loving our neighbors as ourselves, we offer our thanksgivings and our petitions on behalf of the church and the world. Prayers of the People; Hear our prayers, God of power, and through the ministry of your Son free us from the grip of the tomb, that we may desire you as the fullness of life and proclaim your saving deeds to all the world. Amen.
Apostles Creed I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. And in Jesus Christ, His only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary; suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and buried; He descended into hell; the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into heaven, and sits on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from there He shall come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit; the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen. (Book of Concord).
Our Father Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name, Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever and ever. Amen. (Book of Concord). (Matthew 6:9-13).
Liturgy of the Eucharist
Handshake of Peace
Confession The Apostle John proclaims, If we confess our sins He who is faithful and just will forgive our sins, and cleanse us from all unrighteousness. 1 John 1:9.
Most merciful God, we confess that we are by nature sinful and unclean. We have sinned against You in thought, word and deed, by what we have done and by what we have left undone. We have not loved You with our whole heart. We have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. For the sake of Your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us so that we may delight in Your will and walk in Your ways to the glory of Your holy name. Amen.
Institution of the Lord’s Supper
26 Now as they were eating, Jesus took bread, and after blessing it broke it and gave it to the disciples, and said, “Take, eat; this is my body.” 27 And he took a cup, and when he had given thanks he gave it to them, saying, “Drink of it, all of you, 28 for this is my blood of the covenant, which is poured out for many for the forgiveness of sins. – Matthew 26:26-28(ESV).
Be Not Afraid Bob Dufford Jon Michael Talbot https://youtu.be/wQr4udSiEew
Be Not Afraid
You shall cross the barrenn desert But you shall not die of thirst You shall wander far in safety Though you do not know the way You shall speak your words to foreign men And they will understand You shall see the face of God and live
Prayer: Through the storms of life, O God, you are with your people in the person of Jesus your Son. Calm our fears and strengthen our faith that we may never doubt his presence among us but proclaim that he is your Son, risen from the dead, living for ever and ever. Amen.
How sweet the name of Jesus sounds John Newton (1779). https://youtu.be/Pfumgpnshag
How Sweet the Name ofJesus Sounds
How sweet the name of Jesus sounds in a believer’s ear! It soothes our sorrows, heals our wounds, and drives away our fear.
The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; The Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. Numbers 6:24-26.
The Service has ended. Go in Peace. Thanks be to God.
Nebraska Science Festival Earths Precious Water Resource Rockets, Robots and more! Free Community Event All Are Welcome! * Activity modified for pandemic
Earths Precious Water Resource
Saturday, April 25, 1pm until 3pm
Corner of North Pine St. and East Valley Street
Southeast side of Valley Veterans Club
Covid-19 Health Dept Gathering Restriction
Local Food Pantry experiences Food Supply Shortage, so a non-perishable food item donation is welcome if you are able!
RSVPs, Donations, and Volunteers Always Welcome Contact Pastors Michael and Cathy Hanus minister@spiritofpeace.us 402-541-7019
Little Doubt Health and Wellness All Are Welcome to Our Table Pastor Cathy Hanus, Holistic Health Coach * Activity modified for Pandemic
Opening Prayer: Creator of the universe, you made the world in beauty, and restore all things in glory through the victory of Jesus Christ. We pray that, wherever your image is still disfigured by poverty, sickness, selfishness, war and greed, the new creation in Jesus Christ may appear in justice, love, and peace, to the glory of your name. Amen.
Message Pastor Michael Hanus Allow Apostle Thomas the Benefit of the Doubt. Feel free to learn more at our Service tomorrow morning or contact us; if interested and unable to attend!
Presentation
Organic Vegetable Medley
Meal All Are Welcome to Our Table Pastor Cathy Hanus Even Thomas does not doubt the gut healing potential of the organic vegetable medley prepared for today’s meal!
Fellowship Discuss Missional Community Engagement Chat Bench Community Garden Planning Continue Planning Science Festival for next Saturday
Exercise Pastor Michael Hanus Basic Warmup and Beyond
Closing Prayer: Blessed are you, O God of our Lord Jesus Christ, in whom we receive the legacy of a living hope, born again not only from his death but also from his resurrection. May we who have received forgiveness of sins through the Holy Spirit live to set others free, until, at length, we enter the inheritance that is imperishable and unfading, where Christ lives and reigns with you and the same Spirit. Amen.
Song Joy Unspeakable I have found his grace is all complete. Barney Elliott Warren (1900). Inspired Mandisa (Modern). https://youtu.be/l8i1TGOM0mQ
Mandisa Joy Unspeakable
Aaron’s Blessing All Are Welcome to Stop or Pass By for the Blessing … The Lord bless you and keep you; The Lord make his face to shine upon you and be gracious to you; the Lord lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace. – Numbers 6:24-6.
Peace and Joy! Pastors Michael and Cathy Hanus and the Spirit of Peace Missional Community.
