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All Saints Lutheran Church

Rev. Roy Nelson, Pastor revroy@aslcwales.org

262-968-3322 office@aslcwales.org www.allsaintswales.org

May 23, 2021 9:30 a.m. In Person and Livestream

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The Feast of Life Prelude Judy Knoernschild

Welcome

Gathering Song

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Prayer of the Day

Mighty God, you breathe life into our bones, and your Spirit brings truth to the world. Send us this Spirit, transform us by your truth, and give us language to proclaim your gospel, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

The Word of God

First Reading: Acts 2:1-21

1 When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. 2 And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. 3 Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. 4 All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability. 5 Now there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven living in Jerusalem. 6 And at this sound the crowd gathered and was bewildered, because each one heard them speaking in the na-tive language of each. 7 Amazed and astonished, they asked, "Are not all these who are speaking Gali-leans? 8 And how is it that we hear, each of us, in our own native language? 9 Parthians, Medes, Elamites, and residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, 10 Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya belonging to Cyrene, and visitors from Rome, both Jews and proselytes, 11 Cretans and Arabs-- in our own languages we hear them speaking about God's deeds of power." 12 All were amazed and perplexed, saying to one another, "What does this mean?" 13 But oth-ers sneered and said, "They are filled with new wine."

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voice and addressed them, "Men of Judea and all who live in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and listen to what I say. 15 Indeed, these are not drunk, as you suppose, for it is only nine o'clock in the morning. 16 No, this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel: 17 'In the last days it will be, God de-clares, that I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh, and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions, and your old men shall dream dreams. 18 Even upon my slaves, both men and women, in those days I will pour out my Spirit; and they shall prophesy. 19 And I will show portents in the heaven above and signs on the earth below, blood, and fire, and smoky mist. 20 The sun shall be turned to darkness and the moon to blood, before the coming of the Lord's great and glorious day. 21 Then everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved.' The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

Responsive Reading: Psalm 104:24,30-35b

24 O LORD, how manifold are your works! In wisdom you have made them all; the earth is full of your creatures. 30 When you send forth your spirit, they are created; and you renew the face of the ground. 31 May the glory of the LORD endure forever; may the LORD rejoice in his works-- 32 who looks on the earth and it trembles, who touches the mountains and they smoke. 33 I will sing to the LORD as long as I live; I will sing praise to my God while I have being. 34 May my meditation be pleasing to him, for I rejoice in the LORD. 35b Bless the LORD, O my soul. Praise the LORD!

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The Response Song

Gospel: John 15:26-27, 16:7-11

26 "When the Advocate comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth who comes from the Father, he will testify on my behalf.

27 You also are to testify because you have been with me

from the beginning. Jn 16:7 Nevertheless I tell you the truth: it is to your advantage that I go away, for if I do not go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send him to you. 8 And when he comes, he will prove the world wrong about sin and righteousness and judgment: 9 about sin, because they do not believe in me; 10 about righteousness, because I am going to the Father and you will see me no longer; 11 about judgment, because the ruler of this world has been condemned. The Gospel of Our Lord Praise be to God

The Sermon Pastor Roy Nelson

The Song of the Day Toccata on King’s Weston Hand Bell Choir The Prayers

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Lord’s Prayer

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 sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen.

The Offering

The offering is an opportunity for us to take a portion of what God has blessed us with and offer it for the purpose of doing God’s work in the world through the church.

The Offertory Song

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The Offering Prayer

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The Feast is Shared

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The Songs of Communion (vs 1,2)

The Blessing

The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord’s face shine on you with grace and mercy. The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace. Amen.

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Sending

Go in peace, serving God by serving others. Thanks be to God.

Postlude American Melody Hand Bell Choir

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PRAYERS OF CONCERN AND CELEBRATION

Dear Lord, We bring to you the burdens we carry, and our prayers for healing and comfort. We remember people suffering around the world, amid the turmoil of political strife, and those often wounded or killed for the sake of their Christian belief. We pray for the leaders around the world that, regardless of their religious belief, the Holy Spirit works in their hearts and minds to instill a sense of freedom and justice for all, especially those who are unable to advocate for them-selves. Keep those who are suffering in mind and body close to you. Heal the sick, injured and those suffering with other medical conditions. Wrap them, their caregivers and their fami-lies in your tender embrace, so that they feel the grace, love, and comfort which only you can provide. For all, we pray that your will be done. We especially pray for: Ray passed away May 17 - prayers for Sharon and family - Mary Sipe Prayers to continue for Bob, Dennis, David, Mary, and Bev - Mary Sipe Continued prayers for: Gertrude, Mike, Sue, Mark, Max, Connie, Kathy, Charles, Pearl,

Dave, Jean, Lennon, Mary, Dennis, Tom, Tim, Steve Lord, we thank you for all the wonderful gifts which you bestow on us. Let us be a blessing to others, using what you have so freely given us… our time, our talents, our empathy… Thank you for today, and I pray your Holy Spirit continue to guide me on my journey, and that your light continues to shine through us. Today, we especially remember and thank you for: Birthday celebrations for: Karina, AnnaKate, Gary, Jan, Leslie, Matthew, Brianna, Ralph, J,

Olivia, Michael, Donna, Jean Anniversaries: David and Janet Hanson/25; Todd and Kim Haines/33 All of this we bring to you in prayer, confident that you will hear us. This we ask, in Jesus’ name. Amen