MOBILE-FRIENDLY BULLETIN
Prelude "Crown Him with Many Crowns" arr. Alex Guebert
Alex Guebert, organ
Weekly Church News
Welcome Pastor Tim Klinkenberg
Ringing of the Bell
Opening Hymn “Crown Him with Many Crowns”
verses 1 and 4
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 525.
Crown Him with many crowns,
The Lamb upon His throne;
Hark how the heav’nly anthem drowns
All music but its own.
Awake, my soul, and sing
Of Him who died for thee,
And hail Him as thy matchless king
Through all eternity.
Crown Him the Lord of life,
Who triumphed o’er the grave
And rose victorious in the strife
For those He came to save.
His glories now we sing,
Who died and rose on high,
Who died eternal life to bring
And lives that death may die.
Invocation and Psalm
Liturgist: In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. (Matthew 28:19b)
People: Amen.
Liturgist: "Blessed is the one whose transgressions are forgiven,
People: whose sins are covered.
Liturgist: Blessed is the one whose sin the LORD does not count against them,
People: and in whose spirit is no deceit." (Psalm 32:1-2)
Confession and Absolution
Liturgist: “What shall we say, then? Shall we go on sinning so that grace may increase?”
People: “By no means! We are those who have died to sin; how can we live in it any longer?” (Romans 6:1-2)
Liturgist: As we prepare to confess our sins to God our Father, we think on our actions, the things we have done that have harmed others, the sinful desires of our hearts.
(silence for reflection)
Liturgist: Therefore, we admit our wrongdoing:
People: We confess that we have sinned. We have wandered from You. We have each gone our own way. For the sake of Your Son Jesus Christ, we humbly ask You to forgive us, Lord.
Liturgist: "For if we have been united with him in a death like his, we will certainly also be united with him in a resurrection like his." (Romans 6:5) God has rescued you. You are His. In your baptism, you were made His child. Your sinful desires and actions are covered over by Jesus' blood. Rejoice in your holiness! As a servant of Christ, I announce to you the forgiveness of all your sins in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
People: Amen.
Hymn of Praise “This Is the Feast”
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 171.
This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia.
Worthy is Christ, the Lamb who was slain, whose blood set us free to be people of God.
Power and riches and wisdom and strength and honor and blessing and glory are His.
This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia.
Sing with all the people of God, and join in the hymn of all creation:
Blessing and honor and glory and might be to God and the Lamb forever. Amen.
This is the feast of victory for our God, for the Lamb who was slain has begun His reign.
Alleluia, alleluia.
Sacrament of Baptism
First Reading Acts 2:14a, 36–41 NIV
14 Then Peter stood up with the Eleven, raised his voice and addressed the crowd:
36 “Therefore let all Israel be assured of this: God has made this Jesus, whom you crucified, both Lord and Messiah.”
37 When the people heard this, they were cut to the heart and said to Peter and the other apostles, “Brothers, what shall we do?”
38 Peter replied, “Repent and be baptized, every one of you, in the name of Jesus Christ for the forgiveness of your sins. And you will receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. 39 The promise is for you and your children and for all who are far off—for all whom the Lord our God will call.”
40 With many other words he warned them; and he pleaded with them, “Save yourselves from this corrupt generation.” 41 Those who accepted his message were baptized, and about three thousand were added to their number that day.
Lector: This is the Word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.
Hymn “He’s Risen, He’s Risen”
verses 1, 3 and 4
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 480.
He’s risen, He’s risen, Christ Jesus, the Lord;
He opened death’s prison, the incarnate, true Word.
Break forth, hosts of heaven, in jubilant song
And earth, sea, and mountain their praises prolong.
But short was their triumph; the Savior arose,
And death, hell, and Satan He vanquished, His foes.
The conquering Lord lifts His banner on high;
He lives, yes, He lives, and will nevermore die.
O, where is your sting, death? We fear you no more;
Christ rose, and now open is fair Eden’s door.
For all our transgressions His blood does atone;
Redeemed and forgiven, we now are His own.
Holy Gospel Luke 24:13–35 NIV
13 Now that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem. 14 They were talking with each other about everything that had happened. 15 As they talked and discussed these things with each other, Jesus himself came up and walked along with them; 16 but they were kept from recognizing him.
17 He asked them, “What are you discussing together as you walk along?”
They stood still, their faces downcast. 18 One of them, named Cleopas, asked him, “Are you the only one visiting Jerusalem who does not know the things that have happened there in these days?”
19 “What things?” he asked.
“About Jesus of Nazareth,” they replied. “He was a prophet, powerful in word and deed before God and all the people. 20 The chief priests and our rulers handed him over to be sentenced to death, and they crucified him; 21 but we had hoped that he was the one who was going to redeem Israel. And what is more, it is the third day since all this took place. 22 In addition, some of our women amazed us. They went to the tomb early this morning 23 but didn’t find his body. They came and told us that they had seen a vision of angels, who said he was alive. 24 Then some of our companions went to the tomb and found it just as the women had said, but they did not see Jesus.”
25 He said to them, “How foolish you are, and how slow to believe all that the prophets have spoken! 26 Did not the Messiah have to suffer these things and then enter his glory?” 27 And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, he explained to them what was said in all the Scriptures concerning himself.
28 As they approached the village to which they were going, Jesus continued on as if he were going farther. 29 But they urged him strongly, “Stay with us, for it is nearly evening; the day is almost over.” So he went in to stay with them.
30 When he was at the table with them, he took bread, gave thanks, broke it and began to give it to them. 31 Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him, and he disappeared from their sight. 32 They asked each other, “Were not our hearts burning within us while he talked with us on the road and opened the Scriptures to us?”
33 They got up and returned at once to Jerusalem. There they found the Eleven and those with them, assembled together 34 and saying, “It is true! The Lord has risen and has appeared to Simon.” 35 Then the two told what had happened on the way, and how Jesus was recognized by them when he broke the bread.
Lector: This is the Gospel of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.
Hymn of the Day “Stay with Us”
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 879.
Choir:
Stay with us, till night has come:
Our praise to You this day be sung.
Bless our bread,
Open our eyes:
Jesus, be our great surprise.
Walk with us, our spirits sigh:
Hear when our weary spirits cry,
Feel again
Our loss, our pain:
Jesus, take us to Your side.
Walk with us, the road will bend:
Make all our weeping, wailing end.
Wipe our tears,
Forgive our fears:
Jesus, lift the heavy cross.
All sing:
Talk with us, till we behold
A joyful life You will unfold:
Heal our eyes
To see the prize:
Jesus, take us to the light.
Stay with us, till day is done:
No tears nor dark shall dim the sun.
Cheer the heart,
Your grace impart:
Jesus, bring eternal life.
Message Pastor Tim Klinkenberg
Nicene Creed
I believe in one God,
the Father Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth
and of all things visible and invisible.
And in one Lord Jesus Christ,
the only-begotten Son of God,
begotten of His Father before all worlds,
God of God, Light of Light,
very God of very God,
begotten, not made,
being of one substance with the Father,
by whom all things were made;
who for us men and for our salvation came down from heaven
and was incarnate by the Holy Spirit of the virgin Mary
and was made man;
and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate.
He suffered and was buried.
And the third day He rose again according to the Scriptures
and ascended into heaven
and sits at the right hand of the Father.
And He will come again with glory to judge both the living and the dead,
whose kingdom will have no end.
And I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the Lord and giver of life,
who proceeds from the Father and the Son,
who with the Father and the Son together is worshiped and glorified,
who spoke by the prophets.
And I believe in one holy Christian and apostolic Church,
I acknowledge one Baptism for the remission of sins,
and I look for the resurrection of the dead
and the life of the world to come. Amen.
Prayers of the Church
Each petition concludes with:
Liturgist: Lord, in your mercy,
People: Hear our prayer.
Gathering of Our Tithes and Offerings
Music at the Offering "Be Joyful and Sing to the Lord" Jay Althouse
Jubilate Choir
Communion Prayer
Pastor: Blessed are You, Lord of heaven and earth, for You have had mercy on those whom You created and out of perfect love sent Your only-begotten Son into our flesh to bear our sin and be our Savior. With repentant joy we receive the salvation accomplished for us by the all-availing sacrifice of His body and His blood on the cross. We thank You for all the work of Your hands and for all the words You have spoken and kept, as You come to us still now with Your healing grace through Christ’s body and blood given and shed for us.
People: Amen.
The Lord's Prayer
Pastor: Lord, remember us in Your kingdom and teach us to pray:
People: 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
Words of Institution
Pax Domini
Pastor: The peace of the Lord be with you always.
People: Amen.
Agnus Dei
Lamb of God whose death has saved us,
Guide us when we lose our way.
Lord and Savior, holy, blameless,
Sanctify our souls, we pray.
With this blood and with this body
Lord, you heal our broken lives;
Lord, you heal our broken lives.
Lamb of God who walked with sinners,
Guide us on Your path of grace.
Stay with us when night is falling,
Be our Rock, our hiding Place.
Come to us in blood and body,
Lord, and heal our broken lives;
Lord, and heal our broken lives.
Music During Communion
“This Joyful Eastertide”
verses 1 and 2
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 482.
This joyful Eastertide
Away with sin and sorrow!
My love, the Crucified,
Has sprung to life this morrow:
Refrain:
Had Christ, who once was slain,
Not burst His three-day prison,
Our faith had been in vain:
But now has Christ arisen,
arisen, arisen;
But now has Christ arisen!
Death’s flood has lost its chill
Since Jesus crossed the river;
Lover of souls, from ill
My passing soul deliver: refrain
“The Day of Resurrection”
verses 1 and 3
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 478.
The day of resurrection!
Earth, tell it out abroad,
The passover of gladness,
The passover of God.
From death to life eternal,
From sin’s dominion free,
Our Christ has brought us over
With hymns of victory.
Now let the heav’ns be joyful,
Let earth its song begin,
Let all the world keep triumph
And all that is therein.
Let all things, seen and unseen,
Their notes of gladness blend;
For Christ the Lord has risen,
Our joy that has no end!
"Psalm 121” Heather Sorenson
Jubilate Choir
Dismissal
Benediction
Pastor: The Lord bless you and keep you.
The Lord make His face shine on you and be gracious to you.
The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace. (Numbers 6:24–26)
People: Amen.
Closing Hymn “He’s Risen, He’s Risen”
verse 5
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 480.
Then sing your hosannas and raise your glad voice;
Proclaim the blest tidings that all may rejoice.
Laud, honor, and praise to the Lamb that was slain:
With Father and Spirit He ever shall reign.
Worship Service Participants
Preacher: Rev. Dr. Timothy M. Klinkenberg
Liturgist: Caleb Martin
Organ: Alex Guebert
Choir: Jubilate Choir
Choir Director: Alex Guebert
Audio/Visual: Blaine Currer, Hector Cerda, and Mark Todd
10:30am Worship Service Participants
Preacher: Rev. Dr. Timothy M. Klinkenberg
Liturgist: Caleb Martin
Organ: Alex Guebert
Choir: St. John’s Kindergarten Choir
Choir Director: Audrey Mink
Audio/Visual: Blaine Currer, Hector Cerda, and Mark Todd
Thanks for joining us today!
April 19, 2026
Prayers of the Church
April 19, 2026
God of all compassion,
Your Spirit opens the Holy Scriptures to the hearts of Your people.
Enlighten us by the resurrection light that never fades,
that our hearts may burn in faith toward You. Lord, in Your mercy,
Gracious God, we thank You for Jesus, for the new life given in Him, and for the one faith, one hope, and one Baptism that Your people have shared through the ages.
We celebrate the Baptisms of Jake, Jessie, and Jax Gaffey,
children of John and Jamie Gaffey, and the Baptism of Clara Rae Bloomfield,
daughter of Keegan and Anna Bloomfield.
Strengthen them daily with the gift of the Holy Spirit, deepen their faith,
and unfold to them the incredible riches of Your love. Lord, in Your mercy,
O Lord and God, in You alone we live and move and have our being.
We celebrate the upcoming 93rd birthday of Barney Barnhouse.
Thank You for the blessings You have given Barney,
both in this life here and in eternity to come.
May he continue to grow in wisdom and grace,
and strengthen his trust in Your goodness all the days of his life. Lord, in Your mercy,
O God, You have not forgotten us in our afflictions or abandoned us in our weakness.
Deliver the sick and suffering according to Your will, especially to those who have requested our prayers including Michael Dexter, Dave Kroh, Paula Martin, Lauren Montano, those on our printed prayer lists, and those known to You in our hearts and minds…
Give comfort to the grieving,
especially the family and friends of Martin Cerda Garcia, father of Hector Cerda.
Guard us against despair and remind us the living hope we have.
Grant us patience in days of trouble as we await Your perfect healing. Lord, in Your mercy,
Almighty God, stifle the powers of darkness,
and end the reign of war, violence, and terror.
Give leaders who will seek peace and work for the common good.
Bless President Trump, Governor Newsom, and Mayor Slater,
all national, state, and local officials and public servants,
all medical and emergency workers, and all members of our armed forces.
Instill in them a love of righteousness,
and guide them in the pursuit of justice for all. Lord, in Your mercy,
O Lord, grant that Your Word may be the foundation of every Christian home
and our Christian classrooms.
May singles and spouses, parents and guardians be rooted in faith and hope,
teachers be encouraged by the spiritual, physical, and emotional growth of their students,
and children be nurtured in the love of Jesus. Lord, in Your mercy,
Merciful Lord, Your compassion is made known to us
through Your Son’s breaking of the bread.
Open our hearts and mouths to receive forgiveness in the body and blood of Christ,
who suffered for us and entered into His glory. Lord, in Your mercy,
These things and whatever else You know that we need, kind and gracious Father,
grant us for the sake of Your beloved Son, Jesus Christ,
who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Every Sunday, 9:45 AM
An in-depth teaching Bible Study between services on Sunday mornings from 9:45 to 10:25 - held in Walker Hall Dining Room. Bring your Bible and grab a donut. Together we learn, reflect, and grow...
Sunday, April 19, 2026, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
All volunteers welcome // Free Live Scan Event // For everyone's safety, all volunteers who are working with children in any capacity must have valid Live Scan fingerprints on file.
Monday, April 20, 2026, 5:30 PM
A Leadership Event Series for Women - With three dynamic and accomplished speakers you’ll be inspired, energized and better equipped to be the leader He wants you to be.
Thursday, May 07, 2026, 9:00 AM
Prayer Gathering - St. John's Sanctuary - We Gather to Pray for our Nation. 2026 Theme: "Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples."
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 7:00 PM
Members 18 years and older please attend and participate. Senior Pastor's REPORT, Financial Report, Proposed Budget, Election of New Leaders, Very Important Updates...
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
All volunteers welcome // Free Live Scan Event // For everyone's safety, all volunteers who are working with children in any capacity must have valid Live Scan fingerprints on file.
Daily, from 06/22/2026 to 06/26/2026, 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Five days of fun for kids age 3 to grade 6 -- incredible worship, engaging Bible lessons, games, crafts, snacks, mission project, and more... June 22-26, 2026.
Every Sunday, from 09/20/2026 to 11/01/2026, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Our seven-session Membership Class is intended for those that are new to St. John's, either as a new member, transfer member, or anyone who is interested!
Welcome Vicar Micah Raebel
Invocation
Worship Set
"Our God Is Love"
"Our God"
Confession and Absolution
"Surrounding Me"
"Run To The Father"
Scripture Readings
Message Vicar Micah Raebel
Apostles’ Creed
Prayers of the Church
Holy Communion
Communion Prayer
The Lord’s Prayer
Words of Institution
"Abide With Me"
"Nothing But The Blood"
"Gratitude"
Dismissal
Benediction
Preacher: Vicar Micah Raebel
Director of Contemporary Worship: Stephan Nosrat
Thanks for joining us today!
April 19, 2026
Prayers of the Church
April 19, 2026
God of all compassion,
Your Spirit opens the Holy Scriptures to the hearts of Your people.
Enlighten us by the resurrection light that never fades,
that our hearts may burn in faith toward You. Lord, in Your mercy,
Gracious God, we thank You for Jesus, for the new life given in Him, and for the one faith, one hope, and one Baptism that Your people have shared through the ages.
We celebrate the Baptisms of Jake, Jessie, and Jax Gaffey,
children of John and Jamie Gaffey, and the Baptism of Clara Rae Bloomfield,
daughter of Keegan and Anna Bloomfield.
Strengthen them daily with the gift of the Holy Spirit, deepen their faith,
and unfold to them the incredible riches of Your love. Lord, in Your mercy,
O Lord and God, in You alone we live and move and have our being.
We celebrate the upcoming 93rd birthday of Barney Barnhouse.
Thank You for the blessings You have given Barney,
both in this life here and in eternity to come.
May he continue to grow in wisdom and grace,
and strengthen his trust in Your goodness all the days of his life. Lord, in Your mercy,
O God, You have not forgotten us in our afflictions or abandoned us in our weakness.
Deliver the sick and suffering according to Your will, especially to those who have requested our prayers including Michael Dexter, Dave Kroh, Paula Martin, Lauren Montano, those on our printed prayer lists, and those known to You in our hearts and minds…
Give comfort to the grieving,
especially the family and friends of Martin Cerda Garcia, father of Hector Cerda.
Guard us against despair and remind us the living hope we have.
Grant us patience in days of trouble as we await Your perfect healing. Lord, in Your mercy,
Almighty God, stifle the powers of darkness,
and end the reign of war, violence, and terror.
Give leaders who will seek peace and work for the common good.
Bless President Trump, Governor Newsom, and Mayor Slater,
all national, state, and local officials and public servants,
all medical and emergency workers, and all members of our armed forces.
Instill in them a love of righteousness,
and guide them in the pursuit of justice for all. Lord, in Your mercy,
O Lord, grant that Your Word may be the foundation of every Christian home
and our Christian classrooms.
May singles and spouses, parents and guardians be rooted in faith and hope,
teachers be encouraged by the spiritual, physical, and emotional growth of their students,
and children be nurtured in the love of Jesus. Lord, in Your mercy,
Merciful Lord, Your compassion is made known to us
through Your Son’s breaking of the bread.
Open our hearts and mouths to receive forgiveness in the body and blood of Christ,
who suffered for us and entered into His glory. Lord, in Your mercy,
These things and whatever else You know that we need, kind and gracious Father,
grant us for the sake of Your beloved Son, Jesus Christ,
who lives and reigns with You and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
Every Sunday, 9:45 AM
An in-depth teaching Bible Study between services on Sunday mornings from 9:45 to 10:25 - held in Walker Hall Dining Room. Bring your Bible and grab a donut. Together we learn, reflect, and grow...
Sunday, April 19, 2026, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
All volunteers welcome // Free Live Scan Event // For everyone's safety, all volunteers who are working with children in any capacity must have valid Live Scan fingerprints on file.
Monday, April 20, 2026, 5:30 PM
A Leadership Event Series for Women - With three dynamic and accomplished speakers you’ll be inspired, energized and better equipped to be the leader He wants you to be.
Thursday, May 07, 2026, 9:00 AM
Prayer Gathering - St. John's Sanctuary - We Gather to Pray for our Nation. 2026 Theme: "Declare his glory among the nations, his marvelous deeds among all peoples."
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 7:00 PM
Members 18 years and older please attend and participate. Senior Pastor's REPORT, Financial Report, Proposed Budget, Election of New Leaders, Very Important Updates...
Sunday, May 31, 2026, 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM
All volunteers welcome // Free Live Scan Event // For everyone's safety, all volunteers who are working with children in any capacity must have valid Live Scan fingerprints on file.
Daily, from 06/22/2026 to 06/26/2026, 9:00 AM - 12:15 PM
Five days of fun for kids age 3 to grade 6 -- incredible worship, engaging Bible lessons, games, crafts, snacks, mission project, and more... June 22-26, 2026.
Every Sunday, from 09/20/2026 to 11/01/2026, 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Our seven-session Membership Class is intended for those that are new to St. John's, either as a new member, transfer member, or anyone who is interested!