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June 9, 2019
The Day of Pentecost

PRAYER OF THE DAY
Great Spirit, you have lit upon each of us a flame to serve you in all that we do. Ignite your flame, and help us to burn brightly for you. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

• Acts 2:1-4
• Romans 8:14-39
• John 14:8-17 [25-27]

Pastor Gary Hagen,
on the 50th Anniversary
of his Ordination

Pilgrim Lutheran Church
Puyallup, South Hill, Washington

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May 19, 2019
The 5th Sunday of Easter

PRAYER OF THE DAY
God of all humanity, you welcomed all—sinners and saints—into your kingdom. Help us to be as welcoming and accepting as you. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and LORD. Amen.

• Romans 1:1-17
  
• Matthew 9:9-13

Narrative Lectionary Year 1 (Matthew)

Steve Schumacher, Pastor
Pilgrim Lutheran Church
Puyallup, South Hill, Washington

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May 5, 2019
The 3rd Sunday of Easter

PRAYER OF THE DAY
God of all nations, you made it clear that all people are invited to partake of the glory of your salvation. Help us to invite all people to your goodness, so that no one might be forgotten in your saving grace. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

• Acts 10:1-48
  
• Matthew 9:35-10:4, 7 & 8

Narrative Lectionary Year 1 (Matthew)

Link to the Les Misérables clip: YouTube-The Bishop

Steve Schumacher, Pastor
Pilgrim Lutheran Church
Puyallup, South Hill, Washington

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April 28, 2019
The 2nd Sunday of Easter

PRAYER OF THE DAY
God of action, you sent your disciples into the world preach, teach, and make disciples of all nations. Make us instruments of proclamation, so that all might know of the love you have for humanity. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

• Psalm 40:1-10
  
• Matthew 28: 16-20

Narrative Lectionary Year 1 (Matthew)

Shannon Fleischfresser,
Director, Family + Youth Ministries
Pilgrim Lutheran Church
Puyallup, South Hill, Washington

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April 21, 2019
The Resurrection
of Our Lord

PRAYER OF THE DAY
God of justice, you have shown yourself in this world in the poor, the hungry, and the needy. Make us willing participants of your grace and generosity, so that when you come again, we will know your face. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

• Psalm 118:19-24
• Colossians 3:1-4
• Matthew 28:1-10

Sermon Texts:

• Colossians 1:3-5
• Colossians 2:6-7
• Colossians 3:12-14

Narrative Lectionary Year 1 (Matthew)

Pastor Steve Schumacher
Pilgrim Lutheran Church
Puyallup, South Hill, Washington

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April 7, 2019
The Fifth Sunday in Lent
“The Kingdom of Heaven is a place…
of Welcome”

PRAYER OF THE DAY

God of justice, you have shown yourself in this world in the poor, the hungry, and the needy. Make us willing participants of your grace and generosity, so that when you come again, we will know your face. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

• Psalm 98
• Matthew 25:31-46

Rob Bell/Nooma video link:
“Rhythm“

Narrative Lectionary
Year 1 (Matthew)

Steve Schumacher, Pastor

Pilgrim Lutheran Church
South Hill, Puyallup, Washington

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March 31, 2019
The Fourth Sunday in Lent
“The Kingdom of Heaven is a place…
where trust reigns”

PRAYER OF THE DAY

God of holy anticipation, you have promised that you would return at a time unknown to us. Make us ready, so that when you return we might be welcomed into your kingdom with open arms. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

• Psalm 43
• Matthew 25:1-13

Narrative Lectionary
Year 1 (Matthew)

Steve Schumacher, Pastor

Pilgrim Lutheran Church
South Hill, Puyallup, Washington

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March 24, 2019
The Third Sunday in Lent
“The Kingdom of Heaven is a place…
for You!”

PRAYER OF THE DAY

God of celebration, you have invited all people to rejoice in the goodness of your love. Help us to be hospitable to all people at your banquet, so that all might receive your blessing. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

• Matthew 22:1-14
• Narrative Lectionary Year 1 (Matthew)

Steve Schumacher, Pastor

Pilgrim Lutheran Church
South Hill, Puyallup, Washington

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March 17, 2019
The Second Sunday in Lent
“The Kingdom of Heaven is a place…
where the last shall be first”

PRAYER OF THE DAY

Generous God, you have promised to open your kingdom to all people, despite their circumstances. Bring us close to you, and help us to proclaim the goodness of your generosity. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

• Matthew 20:1-16
• Narrative Lectionary Year 1 (Matthew)

Steve Schumacher, Pastor

Pilgrim Lutheran Church
South Hill, Puyallup, Washington

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March 10, 2019
The First Sunday in Lent
“The Kingdom of Heaven is a place of Forgiveness”

PRAYER OF THE DAY

Forgiving God, as you encouraged your people to forgive, you modeled
forgiveness by releasing us from our bondage to sin. Help us to forgive others, so that we might live in harmony with all your children. We pray these things in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.

• Matthew 14:13-33
  Narrative Lectionary Year 1 (Matthew)

Shannon Fleischfresser, Director
Family + Youth Ministries

Pilgrim Lutheran Church
Puyallup – South Hill, WA