Welcome New Members!
[Jesus said] “For the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life a ransom for many.” -- Mark 10:45
Welcome ~ Announcements ~ Sharing of Peace
Confession and Forgiveness
Pastor: Blessed be the holy Trinity, one God, whose teaching is life, whose presence is sure, and whose love is endless.
People: Amen
Pastor: Let us confess our sins to the one who welcomes us with an open heart.
Silence is kept for reflection.
Pastor: God our comforter:
People: like lost sheep, we have gone astray. We gaze upon abundance and see scarcity. We turn our faces away from injustice and oppression. We exploit the earth with our apathy and greed. Free us from our sin, gracious God. Listen when we call out to you for help.
Lead us by your love to love our neighbors as ourselves. Amen.
Pastor: All have sinned and fall short of the glory of God. By the gift of grace in Christ Jesus, God makes you righteous. Receive with glad hearts the forgiveness of all your sins.
People: Amen.
Opening Hymn Let the Whole Creation Cry ELW 876
Greeting
Pastor: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Prayer of the Day
Sovereign God, you turn your greatness into goodness for all the peoples on earth. Shape us into willing servants of your kingdom, and make us desire always and only your will, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Special Music The Loving God Who Made Us All, arr. Birling Vocal Ensemble Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost October 17, 2021
Traditions Worship Service - 8:30 a.m.
All are Welcome!First Reading Isaiah 53:4-12 (page 596) This reading is from the last of four passages in Isaiah that are often called “servant songs.” Christians are probably most familiar with this servant song. In light of Christian faith, the servant’s healing ministry and redemptive suffering are understood to be fulfilled in the life and death of Christ.
Psalm 91:9-16 (Congregation will read verses in bold print) ⁹Because you have made the Lord your refuge,
and the Most High your habitation,
10no evil will befall you,
nor shall affliction come near your dwelling.
11For God will give the angels charge over you, to guard you in all your ways.
12Upon their hands they will bear you up, lest you strike your foot against a stone.
13You will tread upon the lion cub and viper;
you will trample down the lion and the serpent.
14I will deliver those who cling to me;
I will uphold them, because they know my name.
15They will call me, and I will answer them;
I will be with them in trouble; I will rescue and honor them.
16With long life will I satisfy them, and show them my salvation.
Second Reading: Hebrews 5:1-10 (page 973)
Using imagery from scripture and from Jewish worship practices, Jesus is presented as the great high priest who was obedient to God’s saving plan. Through his suffering and death he has become the source of eternal salvation.
Gospel Acclamation page 142
People: Alleluia. Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. Alleluia. Alleluia.
Pastor: The Holy Gospel according to Mark, the 10th chapter.
People: Glory to you, O Lord
Gospel Mark 10:35-45 (page 823)
On the way to Jerusalem the disciples ask Jesus to grant them seats of honor. Jesus responds by announcing that he and his followers will “rule” through self-giving service.
Pastor: The gospel of the Lord.
People: Praise to you, O Christ.
Sermon Pastor Kris Gorden
Hymn of the Day How Clear Is Our Vocation, Lord ELW 580 Apostles’ Creed
I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
born of the virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried;
he descended to the dead.
On the third day he rose again;
he ascended into heaven,
he is seated at the right hand of the Father,
and he will 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.
New Member Welcome Prayers
Invitation to Communion ~ Words of Institution The 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.
Distribution Hymns On Eagle’s Wings* ELW 787 O Master, Let Me Walk With You ELW 818
Prayer after Communion
Lord of life, in the gift of your body and blood you turn the crumbs of our faith into a feast of salvation. Send us forth into the world with shouts of joy, bearing witness to the abundance of your love in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Blessing & Dismissal
Pastor: People of God, you are Christ’s body, bringing new life to a suffering world. The holy Trinity, one God, bless you now and forever.
People: Amen.
Pastor: Go in peace. The living Word dwells in you.
People: Thanks be to God.
Closing Hymn O Jesus, I Have Promised ELW 810 (vs 1, 2, 4)
*Hymns suggested by you in our hymn round-up. -Marlys
VISITORS Welcome to Olivet Lutheran Church - we’re glad you’re here!
If you are looking for a church home or would like more information on Olivet please talk to a Pastor or stop by the welcome desk and leave your contact information.
BROADCAST Our 8:30 a.m. worship service can be heard every Sunday at 10 a.m. on WDAY (970 AM and 93.1 FM). Today’s broadcast is in sponsored by members of Olivet.
VOLUNTEERS Your participation and help is a crucial element in making our worship services run.
There are many ways you can help. Please call the church office or fill out the Volunteer Form at Olivet.org/volunteer and offer your small commitment of time. All ages are welcome. Thank you to the
volunteers this morning!
Olivet Lutheran Church
1330 South University Drive • Fargo, ND 58103 Office 701-235-6603
Pastors: Kris Gorden, Tiffany Sundeen, Bill Boelter
