The Holy Trinity

June 4, 2023

Go therefore and make disciples of all nations,

baptizing them in the name of the

Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.



~ Matthew 28:19

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Welcome to worship!

Worship is livestreamed each Sunday at 9:30 am

and may be accessed in a variety of ways:

• A link is posted on Immanuel's website, www.immanuelwebster.org or by clicking the link at the bottom of this email.
• Go to www.YouTube.com and search Immanuel Webster. You will find all of our past worship services there as well.
• A link is will be posted on Immanuel's Facebook page.
• Click the link above at 9:30 on Sunday or anytime afterwards.



- Gathering -

Prelude 

Confession and Forgiveness

Blessed be the holy Trinity,☩ one God, who greets us in this and every season, whose word never fails, whose promise is sure.

Amen.

Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of our neighbors.

Merciful God,

we confess that we have sinned. We have hurt our community. We have squandered your blessings. We have hoarded your bounty. In the name of Jesus, forgive us and grant us your mercy.

Silence is kept for reflection.

Righteous God,

we confess that we have sinned. We have failed to be honest. We have lacked the courage to speak. We have spoken falsely. In the name of Jesus, forgive us and grant us your mercy.

God is a cup of cold water when we thirst. God offers boundless grace when we fail. Hear the promise of God’s mercy: you are freed and forgiven in the name of ☩ Jesus Christ.

Amen.             

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.





Prayer of the Day



The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Almighty Creator and ever-living God: we worship your glory, eternal Three-in-One, and we praise your power, majestic One-in-Three. Keep us steadfast in this faith, defend us in all adversity, and bring us at last into your presence, where you live in endless joy and love, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever.

Amen.

- Word -

Welcome

Children’s Message  

Special Music Every Time I Feel the Spirit - arr. Jason Krug

FourTolled Bell Quartet

First Reading         The Creation - James Weldon Johnson, 1871-1938

Gospel                 Matthew 28:16-20

The Holy Gospel according to Matthew.

Glory to you, O Lord.

¹⁶Now the eleven disciples went to Galilee, to the mountain to which Jesus had directed them. ¹⁷When they saw him, they worshiped him; but some doubted. ¹⁸And Jesus came and said to them, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to me. ¹⁹Go therefore and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, ²⁰and teaching them to obey everything that I have commanded you. And remember, I am with you always, to the end of the age.”

The Gospel of the Lord.

Praise to you, O Christ.

Sermon

Nicene Creed

We believe in one God,

the Father, the Almighty,

maker of heaven and earth,

of all that is, seen and unseen.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,

the only Son of God,

eternally begotten of the Father,

God from God, Light from Light,

true God from true God,

begotten, not made,

of one Being with the Father;

through him all things were made.

For us and for our salvation

he came down from heaven,

was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and the virgin Mary

and became truly human.

For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;

he suffered death and was buried.

On the third day he rose again

in accordance with the scriptures;

he ascended into heaven

and is seated at the right hand of the Father.

He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,

and his kingdom will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,

who proceeds from the Father and the Son,*

who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified,

who has spoken through the prophets.

We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic church.

We acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins.

We look for the resurrection of the dead,

and the life of the world to come. Amen.

Prayers of the People

Each petition ends:

       God of mercy,

       hear our prayer.

Peace

The peace of Christ be with you always.

And also with you.

Anthem Alleluia, Rejoice and Be Glad - arr. Hal Hopson

Senior Choir and ImmanuelBells

Offertory Hymn

Offertory Prayer              

God of field and forest, sea and sky,

you are the giver of all good things. Sustain us with these gifts of your creation, that the world may be fed with your love, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

Great Thanksgiving        

It is our duty and delight.... join their unending hymn:

Eucharistic Prayer

Lord’s Prayer

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.

Communion

Post Communion Blessing and Prayer

The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace.

Amen.

We thank you, generous God, for the refreshment we have received at your banquet table. Send us now to spread your generosity into all the world, through the one who is our dearest treasure, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.

Amen.



Blessing

Dismissal

Go in peace. Christ is with you.

Alleluia! Thanks be to God!

Postlude Exultate Deo - Jill Fedon

ImmanuelBells



What's Happening at Immanuel...

Adult Sunday School

Embracing Interfaith Cooperation:

Coming Together to Change the World

In today’s world, “we” and “they” are common words in conversations. In our communities, there are many striving to love God and love neighbor. What happens when we work together, across religious disciplines, to love God and neighbor? Eboo Patel, an interfaith commentator, explores what it means to be “literate” about other faiths, how interfaith cooperation “works” and why, the skills needed for interfaith cooperation, and the significant role that our institutions—including faith communities—can play in this process. The Adult School meets today, and will resume this study in the fall. All are welcome!

Immanuel's Veggie Garden

Immanuel's garden is up and ready, planted with tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers, and other wonderful vegetables. People in our community with food insecurities rely on our “Little Free Pantry”. During the summer months we can offer fresh vegetables from our garden, and vegetables are very much appreciated.

Do you enjoy gardening, working outdoors? Why not adopt the garden for a week this summer! We just ask that you check it to water and weed, and pick veggies when they are ready. There is a sign up sheet on the bulletin board in the lower hallway. Please consider helping out and enjoying God's glorious creation!

Bible Study This Wednesday, 9 am,

at Panera on Holt Road

What a wonderful way to start your day! With friends, conversation, laughter, and learning! Join us at Panera this Wednesday as we dig into the readings for the upcoming Sunday! No previous bible experience is necessary!

Church Picnic - Sunday, June 11

Immanuel’s church family picnic will be on Sunday, June 11, at 11 am at the Valley View Shelter in Webster Park. We will all worship together at 9:30 at church or online. From there, we will gather at the park for feasting and fun. Bring your family, a dish-to-share, personal drinks and table service, and if you’d like, your favorite lawn game. Meat, rolls, and condiments will be provided. Sign-up by June 4 on the poster in the lower hallway at church or by calling the office. The sign-up includes how many are attending as well as meat preference, so we can plan appropriately. Valley View Shelter is accessed from the park entrance on Holt Rd, just south of Lake Rd. Join in fellowship and outdoor joy as we kick off the summer at the park! 

Patient Advocacy: Being Prepared in this Ever-changing Healthcare Environment

Join us for One Night Only! on Monday, June 12, at 7 p.m. when Ann Marie Hurley, Hurley Care Solutions, will share information to help you prepare for these inevitable situations. Submit any additional questions on this topic you would like addressed by June 8th to Immanuel’s office at office@immanuelwebster.org or 585-872-5180. Of course, questions will also be welcomed during the session. Join us for One Night Only! on June 12th via Zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81849852587? pwd=RkJ3bHE4VFFZcWRNYlRJZHNsTGp0dz09 Meeting ID: 818 4985 2587 Passcode: 451929 

An Afternoon at the Drive-in!

The Children & Youth Learning Committee will host a drive-in movie afternoon for children ages 4 years to 4th grade and their families in the fellowship hall on Saturday, June 17th at 3pm. We'll have boxes for the children to decorate as cars while they sit and watch the movie. There will be snacks and the movie will be shown on the large screen, just like a drive-in! Join us for an afternoon of fun and fellowship. Please let the church office know if you are planning on attending at office@immanuelwebster.org or 585-872-5180 by June 13th so that we can make sure to have enough snacks and boxes.

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