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GATHERING IN GOD’S NAME Psalm 150:1–2, 6 (CSB) — 1 Hallelujah! Praise God in his sanctuary. Praise him in his mighty expanse. 2 Praise him for his powerful acts; praise him for his abundant greatness. 6 Let everything that breathes praise the Lord. Hallelujah!
The Acclamation Minister People
The Lord Be With You And Also With You
Prayer of Preparation Everyone is seated and a Prayer of Preparation is said by all:
Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hidden; cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, so that we may perfectly love you, and worthily glorify your holy name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
Welcome Confession and Assurance of Forgiveness Our Lord Jesus Christ said: ‘You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, and with all your soul, and with all your mind.’ This is the greatest and first commandment. And the second is like it: ‘You shall love your neighbor as yourself.’ On these two commandments hang all the law and the prophets. (Matthew 22:37-40) People
Lord, have mercy upon us and write your law in our hearts by your Holy Spirit
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After a brief silence for reflection, all join in a general confession.
Almighty God, Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, maker of all things, judge of all men and women, we acknowledge and confess our many sins, which we have committed from time to time, by thought, word, and deed, against your divine majesty, provoking most justly your wrath and indignation against us. We earnestly repent, and are deeply sorry for all our wrongdoings. Have mercy on us most merciful Father. For your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ’s sake, forgive us all that is past, And grant that from this time forward We may serve and please you in newness of life, To the honor and glory of your name, through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The minister, standing, says,
The God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ promises to pardon and deliver all who truly repent and sincerely believe his holy gospel. May God grant you true repentance and his Holy Spirit, so that forgiven and cleansed from your sins your lives may be holy, shielded by God’s power until Christ comes. Amen.
The Comfortable Words My little children, I am writing you these things so that you may not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father—Jesus Christ the righteous one. He himself is the atoning sacrifice for our sins, and not only for ours, but also for those of the whole world. I John 2:1-2
The Prayer of the Day Minister
Let us pray together
Almighty God, grant, we humbly pray, that we, who deserve to be punished for our evil deeds, by the comfort of your grace may mercifully be relieved; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
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HEARING GOD’S WORD Minister
Let us turn our attention to the ministry of the Word.
First Reading: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Exodus 24:1-4a; 15-18 (CSB) 1 Then
he said to Moses, “Go up to the Lord, you and Aaron, Nadab, and Abihu, and seventy of Israel’s elders, and bow in worship at a distance. 2 Moses alone is to approach the Lord, but the others are not to approach, and the people are not to go up with him.” 3 Moses came and told the people all the commands of the Lord and all the ordinances. Then all the people responded with a single voice, “We will do everything that the Lord has commanded.” 4 And Moses wrote down all the words of the Lord. When Moses went up the mountain, the cloud covered it. 16 The glory of the Lord settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud covered it for six days. On the seventh day he called to Moses from the cloud. 17 The appearance of the Lord’s glory to the Israelites was like a consuming fire on the mountaintop. 18 Moses entered the cloud as he went up the mountain, and he remained on the mountain forty days and forty nights. 15
The Word of the Lord.
The Psalm: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Psalm 32:1-6, 11 (CSB) 1 How joyful is the one whose transgression is forgiven, whose sin is covered! 2 How joyful is a person whom the Lord does not charge with iniquity and in whose spirit is no deceit! 3 When I kept silent, my bones became brittle from my groaning all day long. 4 For day and night your hand was heavy on me; my strength was drained as in the summer’s heat. Selah 5 Then I acknowledged my sin to you and did not conceal my iniquity. I said, “I will confess my transgressions to the Lord,” and you forgave the guilt of my sin. Selah 6 Therefore let everyone who is faithful pray to you immediately. When great floodwaters come, they will not reach him. 11 Be glad in the Lord and rejoice, you righteous ones; shout for joy, all you upright in heart.
The Gloria Patri Glory to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Spirit, As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. 8:15 SERVICE | PAGE 4
LENT 3 Gospel Lesson: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Matthew 26:1-10 (CSB) Minister People
The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to St. Matthew Glory to you Lord Christ
The Gospel is read. 1 When
Jesus had finished saying all these things, he told his disciples, 2 “You know that the Passover takes place after two days, and the Son of Man will be handed over to be crucified.” 3 Then the chief priests and the elders of the people assembled in the courtyard of the high priest, who was named Caiaphas, 4 and they conspired to arrest Jesus in a treacherous way and kill him. 5 “Not during the festival,” they said, “so there won’t be rioting among the people.” 6 While Jesus was in Bethany at the house of Simon the leper, 7 a woman approached him with an alabaster jar of very expensive perfume. She poured it on his head as he was reclining at the table. 8 When the disciples saw it, they were indignant. “Why this waste?” they asked. 9 “This might have been sold for a great deal and given to the poor.” 10 Aware of this, Jesus said to them, “Why are you bothering this woman? She has done a noble thing for me. Minister People
The Gospel of the Lord Praise to you Lord Christ
The Apostle’s Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord. He was conceived by the Holy Spirit and born of the Virgin Mary. He 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, and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again 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. 8:15 SERVICE | PAGE 5
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Sermon A sermon is preached here or after the prayers.
The Peace Minister People
The peace of the Lord be with you And also with you
Announcements and Offering The minister may may say the following:
You know the generous act of our Lord Jesus Christ, that though he was rich, yet for your sakes he became poor, so that by his poverty you might become rich. 2 Corinthians 8:9
Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heav'nly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
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PRAYING FOR THE WORLD Prayers The minister, or those appointed, pray for the nations, the church and for people in need, using this form or other appropriate prayers.
Let us pray for God's people everywhere, and for the needs and the peace of the world. Almighty God and Father, sustainer and savior of your creation, hear our prayers for all people, especially for all Christians throughout the world. Sovereign Lord, direct and govern the leaders of the nations. Give them the will and the wisdom to resolve tension and conflict so that all people may live in harmony and peace. We pray especially for the leaders of our nation; give wisdom, grace, and integrity to the President and his Administration, and to all members of Congress. Strengthen all judges, magistrates and police to uphold justice and truth. Help our nation to share the resources you have given us, so that people everywhere may enjoy with gratitude the fruits of your creation. Father hear our prayer, through Jesus Christ our Lord. We thank you Lord of all, for the gifts of Christ our ascended king: for apostles, prophets, evangelists, pastors and teachers. Send out your light and truth through those who proclaim Christ. Fill with compassion and spiritual understanding the pastors of your church. May their lives and their teaching commend the truth of your word. Give your heavenly grace Lord, to all your people, and especially to this congregation. Renew us and make us holy. Help us to live in the unity of our faith in the Lord Jesus Christ, enabling us to persevere together in the hope of glory, living in peace with one another. Father hear our prayer, through Jesus Christ our Lord.
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REDEEMER CHURCH We commend to your fatherly care, merciful God, all those who in this passing world are in any kind of trouble, sorrow, sickness, anxiety or need . Give them patience and confidence in your goodness, and in your mercy provide their every need. Father hear our prayer, through Jesus Christ our Lord. We praise your name for all your servants in whose life and death Christ has been honored. Grant that, encouraged by their witness, we may run the race that is set before us, and with them share the fullness of joy at your right hand; through Christ who is the pioneer and perfecter of faith. Amen. Spontaneous prayers offered here. The Prayers conclude with the Lord’s Prayer, said by all:
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.
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PREPARING FOR COMMUNION Minister People Minister People
The Lord be with you. And also with you. We are the body of Christ His Spirit is with us.
Minister People Minister People
Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give him thanks and praise.
The minister may say the following
You are indeed worthy, Lord God, to receive all glory and honor and power; for you created all things and by your will they existed and were created. But especially we praise you, heavenly Father, for our Savior Jesus Christ, bright image of your glory, and your eternal Word, who took the form of a servant, was born in our likeness, and died for us on the cross. By his death he has offered the one perfect sacrifice, all that was needed to take away the sins of the world. There he met in full all the demands of your justice. By his rising to life, he has restored us to life eternal, and has given us your promised Holy Spirit, the guarantee of our inheritance. Therefore with your whole creation and with all your people since time began, we honor and glorify you, with words of never ending praise, saying,
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The Sanctus All say Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God of hosts, heaven and earth full of your glory. Glory be to you, O Lord most high. Amen.
The Prayer of Humble Access All say We dare not come to your table, merciful Lord, depending on our own goodness. But we trust in your grace alone. We are not worthy to gather up the crumbs under your table, but you are the same Lord, who always delights in showing mercy. Gracious Father, grant that we who now receive these gifts of bread and wine, according to our Savior’s word, may share in his body and blood, so that we may always live in him, and he in us. Amen.
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CELEBRATING GOD’S GRACE The Prayer of Consecration On the night he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying, "This is my body given for you. Do this in remembrance of me." In the same way he took the cup, saying, "This cup is the new covenant sealed by my blood. Do this, as often as you drink it, in remembrance of me." Minister
Almighty God, we thank you for this bread, and for all you provide to sustain us. Above all, merciful Father, we thank you for Christ your Son, given for the life of the world. Amen.
Breaking the bread in the sight of all, the minister says
Minister People
This bread we break is a participation in the body of Christ. Thank you Father for making us one with Christ.
The minister takes the cup and gives thanks.
Almighty God, we thank you for this fruit of the vine, and for every good gift that gives us joy. We thank you above all for Christ our Lord, by whose blood you have bought us and bound us to be your people in an everlasting covenant. Amen. Indicating the cup the minister says
Minister People
This cup for which we give thanks is a participation in the blood of Christ. Thank you Father for making us yours forever.
Communion All baptized Christians in good standing with a local congregation. Parents, please stay with your children when receiving communion.
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GOING OUT TO SERVE Thanksgiving and Commitment Minister
We have shared at the table of the Lord. Let us pray.
People
Heavenly Father, we who trust in Jesus and have received these pledges of his love, thank you for assuring us of your love and forgiveness. Thank you that we, together with all your faithful people, are true members of his body and of each other in him. Thank you, heavenly Father, for the assurance that we shall eat and drink with Christ when he comes in the glory of his kingdom.
Minister
Remember Father, your church bought by the blood of your Son, and gather it in holiness into the kingdom you have prepared for it. Direct us by your Spirit in all our ways. Stir us to live lives to your glory. Make us faithful witnesses to Jesus and his resurrection, eager for the joy of his coming, and made worthy to worship you with all your saints forever.
People
Amen. Come, Lord Jesus!
Blessing The minister dismisses the people, saying, the following, or a seasonal benediction, or appropriate words from Scripture.
The peace of God, which passes all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God, and of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord; and the blessing of God almighty, the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit, be among you and remain with you always. Amen.
The Dismissal Minister People
Go in peace, to love and serve the Lord: Thanks be to God.
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LENT 3
This Week’s 5-Day Reading Plan Monday, April 1: Josh 14–17, Luke 17 Tuesday, April 2: Josh 18–21, Ps 15, Luke 18 Wednesday, April 3: Josh 22–24, Ps 116, Luke 19 Thursday, April 4: Judg 1–3, Ps 14, Luke 20 Friday, April 5: Judg 4–6, Luke 21
MINISTRIES Sunday Morning Community Kids | Redeemer partners with Community UMC to train our children to love the Lord Jesus. This engaging, interactive Bible offers four-color icons and illustrations throughout with a wealth of notes, devotionals, Bible trivia, and other interactive elements to capture inquisitive young minds. Plus the CEB Deep Blue Kids Bible will encourage a thirst for God’s timeless message as young readers join three life-like kids in discovering the Bible and what it means to their lives. To learn more visit www.deepbluekidsbible.com/ MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL Pursuit Youth (6th-12th) | Youth group meets each Sunday evening from 5 pm to 7 pm in the main fellowship hall. COMMUNITY OUTREACH Grace Nation Ministries | Did you know that your pastor provides coaching and care to LGBTQ+ people seeking to live their lives under the authority of Jesus Christ? Did you know that your pastor offers coaching and support to parents of LGBTQ+ people? If not, then we invite you to visit mygracenation.com to learn more. 8:15 SERVICE | PAGE 13
REDEEMER CHURCH COMMUNITY UPDATES Chili Cook-Off Wednesday, April 4 @ 5:45 PM. Come out and vote for your favorite pot of Chili. Pastor Jonathan is entering his chili recipe into a head-to-head competition with Pastor Ted and Heather. Donations will go to support the youth mission trip. GraceWorks will follow the usual schedule following the dinner. Church Outreach - Save the Date. Saturday, April 13. We will be canvassing neighborhoods spreading the word about Redeemer Church. Volunteers are needed to hand out door hangers with church information. Easter Egg Hunt - Secret Lake Park, April 20 10 AM-Noon. Volunteers are needed to help love the city through a community-wide egg hunt. Please mark the date on your calendar! To register as a volunteer please visit redeemerorl.org/volunteer
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LENT 3 COMMUNITY UPDATES Grace Works Wednesday Nights @ 6:30 PM in Rm 19. Course Topic: Basic Christian Beliefs Join us each Wednesday evening for a study in Anglican Faith Essentials. Our study features an in-depth look at the 39 Articles of Religion and the Jerusalem Declaration. Dinner is served potluck style. We encourage you to collaborate together on the menu. Lenten Study - Did you know that a Lenten Study is available through our partner ministry, The Anglican Connection. Each day John Mason is publishing a daily reflection “Spiritual Awakenings” for Lent. You can access it online at anglicanconnection.com. A Mission Challenge Campaign - Would you like to get more involved in Guatemala? Pastor Dana and Damaris need to raise $300 a month to help feed children in the City Dump. If you would like to partner with them, please make checks out to A Mission Challenge or visit the website and make an e-donation. 2019 Challenge - 5-Day Reading Schedule! Now is a great time to start reading the Bible. You don’t have to start at the beginning, just jump into the readings. Readings are short so it only takes between 15 to 20 minutes each day. Watch God’s Word work in your life.
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Mailing Address | Redeemer Anglican Church 4921 S. US Highway 17-92, Casselberry, Florida, FL 32707 Office Hours | By appointment only, call 321-356-9472. Weekly Services | Held at UMC 4921 S. US Highway 17-92, Casselberry, Florida, FL 32707 Redeemer Anglican Church is affiliated with the Convocation of Anglicans in North America.