The Third Sunday of Pentecost
Pentecost 2025
… the reason I was born and came into the world is to testify to the truth. Everyone on the side of truth listens to me.
John xviii: 37
Gathering Hymn
Behold Him
1. He who was before there was light
Walked across the pages of time
He who made every living thing
Behold Him
He who heard humanity's cry
Left His throne to wake as a child
He became like the least of us
Behold Him
Chorus 1
Jesus Son of God Messiah
The Lamb the roaring Lion
Oh be still and behold Him
2. He who dined with
Sinners and saints
Healed the blind
the lost and the lame
Even now He is in our midst
Behold Him
He who chose a criminal's end
Paid with blood to settle our debt
Buried death as He rose to life
Behold Him
Chorus 2
Jesus Son of God Messiah
The Lamb the roaring Lion
Oh be still and behold Him
Jesus Alpha and Omega
Our God the risen Savior
Oh be still and behold Him
Bridge
Holy holy holy
Is the Lord God Almighty
Worthy worthy worthy
To receive all praise
Chorus 2
The Gathering Prayer
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, and the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, be with you all.
And also with you.
Almighty God, to you all hearts are open, all desires known, and from you no secrets are hidden. Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy name; through Christ our Lord. Amen.
The Collect
O God our defender,
storms rage about us and cause us to be afraid.
Rescue your people from despair,
deliver your sons and daughters from fear,
and preserve us all from unbelief;
through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord,
who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,
one God, now and ever. Amen.
The Liturgy of the Word
The Reading: 1 Samuel 8:4–9; 10:17–24
4 So all the elders of Israel gathered together and came to Samuel at Ramah. 5 They said to him, ‘You are old, and your sons do not follow your ways; now appoint a king to lead us, such as all the other nations have.’ 6 But when they said, ‘Give us a king to lead us,’ this displeased Samuel; so he prayed to the Lord. 7 And the Lord told him: ‘Listen to all that the people are saying to you; it is not you they have rejected, but they have rejected me as their king. 8 As they have done from the day I brought them up out of Egypt until this day, forsaking me and serving other gods, so they are doing to you. 9 Now listen to them; but warn them solemnly and let them know what the king who will reign over them will claim as his rights.’
17 Samuel summoned the people of Israel to the Lord at Mizpah 18 and said to them, ‘This is what the Lord, the God of Israel, says: “I brought Israel up out of Egypt, and I delivered you from the power of Egypt and all the kingdoms that oppressed you.” 19 But you have now rejected your God, who saves you out of all your disasters and calamities. And you have said, “No, appoint a king over us.” So now present yourselves before the Lord by your tribes and clans.’ 20 When Samuel had made all Israel come forward by tribes, the tribe of Benjamin was taken by lot. 21 Then he brought forward the tribe of Benjamin, clan by clan, and Matri’s clan was taken. Finally Saul son of Kish was taken. But when they looked for him, he was not to be found. 22 So they enquired further of the Lord, ‘Has the man come here yet?’ And the Lord said, ‘Yes, he has hidden himself among the supplies.’ 23 They ran and brought him out, and as he stood among the people he was a head taller than any of the others. 24 Samuel said to all the people, ‘Do you see the man the Lord has chosen? There is no one like him among all the people.’ Then the people shouted, ‘Long live the king!’
The word of the Lord.
Thanks be to God.
Gospel Hymn
Almighty God
1. Almighty God
To You all hearts are open
Search and know our thoughts And anxious fears
Wash us in the fountain
Of Your mercy
Come with Your light
We cannot hide from You
2. Almighty God
To You all hearts are open
With gratitude
We raise our song to You
Come and fill the praises
Of Your people
In grace and truth
You make us new again
Chorus
Hallelujah, Hallelujah, Hallelujah
3. Almighty God
To You all hearts are open
We long for more than
What this world provides
No shallow spring
Will ever satisfy us
But Your river deep
Floods over everything
4. Almighty God
To You all hearts are open
You take away our sickness
And our sin
Oh Lamb of God
We gather at Your table
In bread and wine
You have supplied our needs
Chorus
The Gospel
John 18:33–37
Reader: The Lord be with you.
People: And with thy Spirit.
Reader: The Holy Gospel Of Our Lord
Jesus Christ according to JOHN.
People: Glory to you, Lord Jesus Christ.
33 Pilate then went back inside the palace, summoned Jesus and asked him, ‘Are you the king of the Jews?’ 34 ‘Is that your own idea,’ Jesus asked, ‘or did others talk to you about me?’ 35 ‘Am I a Jew?’ Pilate replied. ‘Your own people and chief priests handed you over to me. What is it you have done?’ 36 Jesus said, ‘My kingdom is not of this world. If it were, my servants would fight to prevent my arrest by the Jewish leaders. But now my kingdom is from another place.’ 37 ‘You are a king, then!’ said Pilate. Jesus answered, ‘You say that I am a king. In fact, the reason I was born and came into the world is to testify to the truth. Everyone on the side of truth listens to me.’
The Gospel of Christ.
Praise to you Lord Jesus Christ.
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The Apostles 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. The third day he rose again. He ascended to heaven and is seated at the right hand of God the Father almighty. From there 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.
The Prayers of the People
Whatever our journey, O Lord:
walk with us on the way.
at the prayers conclusion
Most merciful Father, accept these prayers for the sake of your Son, our Saviour Jesus Christ. Amen.
The Confession
Most merciful God, we confess that 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 neighbours as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of your Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us, that we may delight in your will, and walk in your ways, to the glory of your name. Amen.
The Peace
The Peace of the Lord be always with you.
And also with you.
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Offertory Hymn
John 6
1. It doesn't matter
If the whole world turns away
I will stay with You my God
I will stay with You
It doesn't matter
If the whole world turns away
I will stay with You my God
I will stay with You
Chorus
For where can I go
Where can I go where can I go
When only You
Hold the words of life
Only You hold the words of life
For where can I go
Where can I go where can I go
When only You
Hold the words of life
Only You hold the words of life
2. It doesn't matter
Where we're going
If You will go with me
I will stay with You my God
I will stay with You
It doesn't matter
Where we're going
If You will go with me
I will stay with You my God
I will stay with You
Chorus
Bridge
No other well's gonna satisfy
No other word's gonna be my light
No other love that I'm turning to
Jesus You're my breakthrough
No other well's gonna satisfy
No other word's gonna be my light
No other love that I'm turning to
Jesus You're my breakthrough
Chorus
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Eternal God,
you have made our Saviour Jesus Christ
the head of all creation.
Receive all we offer you this day
and renew us in his risen life,
in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen.
Eucharistic Prayer
The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
Lift up your hearts.
We lift them to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give our thanks and praise.
…Therefore with angels and archangels we raise our voices in joyful praise to proclaim the glory of your name.
Holy, holy Lord, God of power and might,
heaven and earth are full, full of your glory.
Hosanna, hosanna, hosanna, Hosanna in the highest.
Blessed is he who comes, who comes in the name of the Lord.
Hosanna, hosanna, hosanna, Hosanna in the highest.
… Therefore, Father, according to his command,
we remember his death, we proclaim his resurrection, we await his coming in glory.
The 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, the power and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Breaking of the Bread
“I am the bread of life,” says the Lord.
“Whoever comes to me will never be hungry;
whoever believes in me will never thirst.”
Taste and see that the Lord is good;
happy are they who trust in Him!
Invitation to the Lord’s Table
The Congregation is invited to the Lord’s Table to receive the bread and the wine.
The Gifts of God for the People of God.
Thanks be to God.
Communion Hymn
Be Unto Your Name
1. We are a moment
You are forever
Lord of the ages
God before time
We are a vapor
You are eternal
Love everlasting
Reigning on high
Chorus
Holy holy Lord God Almighty
Worthy is the Lamb Who was slain
Highest praises honor and glory
Be unto Your name
Be unto Your name
2. We are the broken
You are the healer
Jesus Redeemer mighty to save
You are the love song
We'll sing forever
Bowing before You
Blessing Your name
Chorus
Ending
Be unto Your name
Prayer after Communion
Almighty God,
guide and protect your people
who share in this sacred mystery,
and keep us always in your love;
through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Closing Hymn
Christ Be In My Heart
1. Christ be in my heart
Come reunite the places
That life has torn apart
For what you put together
No man can separate
Christ be in my heart today
2. Christ be on my mind
Help me look out for the other
By laying down my life
Cause carrying the cross
Is the path you always take
Christ be on my mind today
Chorus
Amen, Amen, Amen
Amen, Amen, Amen
3. Christ be in my eyes
To recognize your image
In those not on my side
Cause you love everything
That your hands have made
Christ be in my eyes today
Chorus
The Blessing
The peace of God which passes all understanding, keep your hearts and minds in the knowledge and love of God. 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
Go in peace to love and serve the Lord.
Thanks be to God. Alleluia!
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