2.23.25 Bulletin & Announcements
- Norman-Davenport Lutheran Parish
- Feb 23
- 12 min read
PRAYER REQUESTS- Garritt Lunde, Wyatt Simley & Family, Joan Pratt, Arlene Haux, Camden Anderson & family, Jorgene Alsager, Polly Roe, Carol Malone, Garret Fenner & family, Trudy Torgerson, Bonnie Plath, Tanya Ausk, and Erickson family. Please pray for our elders.
ANNOUNCEMENTS-
March Worship times-
Davenport 9:00am
Norman 11:00am
All are welcome to either Worship time!
Sunday School class during worship. Kids will be dismissed after Communion.
Confirmation Class Wednesday 6:30-7:15pm at Norman Lutheran No class during Lent. Youth are encouraged to attend Wednesday Lent services.
*NOTE*** Sunday, March 2nd there will be one Parish Worship Service 10:00am at Norman Church. All are welcome! This will let the youth and families going on the ski trip to attend Worship, have lunch and load the bus for Detroit Mountain. And it’s a great opportunity to worship together as a Parish!!
*TODAY Sunday, February 23- You are invited to an open house Baby Shower for Hattie Ruth (daughter of Dena Flom & Nick Gjestvang). It will be an open house at the Davenport Lutheran Church from 1 - 3 p.m. They are registered at: https://my.babylist.com/dena-flom
*TODAY- Norman Davenport Youth Group Ski Trip- March 2nd Sign up by February 23. Space is limited to 48 youth. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4AA8AF23A5FF2-youth
*Ash Wednesday Parish Worship 7:00pm At Davenport Lutheran Church Wednesday, March 5th. Our Lenten Journey begins!
*Norman Lutheran New Project;
Our church is built on faith, community, and a shared mission to grow together. As we look toward the future, we want to hear from you! Starting March 12th before Norman's Lenten services, we invite all members to come eat and participate in “Listening Sessions: Strengthening Our Church Together,” a series of listening sessions designed to gather thoughts and ideas on what’s working well and where we can grow as a church family. From worship services to Sunday school, to Connect & Serve and community outreach, your input will help shape the direction of our ministry. We’ll meet in small groups based on how long you’ve been part of our congregation—0-5 years, 6-15 years, and 16+ years—to ensure every perspective is heard. This is agreat opportunity to share, connect, and help us strengthen our church for generations to come. We hope you’ll join us in this important conversation!Electronic and paper feedback forms will also be available to those who cannot participate in the live discussions but have ideas and feedback they would like to provide.
*Coming up soon is the Parish Ice Skating & Pizza Event at The Lights in West Fargo! This event is for everyone in the Norman Davenport Parish! Sunday, March 16 4:30-6:00pm. The Lights in West Fargo Pizza will be served! Event is FREE of cost thanks to a wonderful event sponsor!! https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0B4AA8AF23A5FF2-parish3
The signup above is so we can get an idea of how much pizza to order! What a fun way to enjoy the outdoors and fellowship with our Parish! Even if it has been a while since you had skates on, come for the fellowship!
** There are many Outreach opportunities for our members and community… Please visit ndparish.net to learn more of ways you can help our fellow members and people in our communities. There are lend a hand up accounts, Walk in Faith, Viking Village and meal trains opportunities.
WALK IN FAITH-. February Collections include winter hats & gloves (men’s and women’s) Cash donations for gas cards to fill up their tanks. Basket in entryway at the churches.
The Kindred Area Food Pantry- accepting any donations of food, personal hygiene products and dish/laundry/soap. All donations can be dropped off at Kindred Lutheran Church Monday - Thursday 9am-4pm. Pantry hours for pick up items, is Tuesdays 12-5pm. Any questions please call Leah at 428-3630. You can also use Venmo…. @kindredfoodpantry.
*Viking Village February item donations- Cheez-it (individual bags), granola bars, beef sticks
UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS AND INFORMATION-
Kindred Area Senior Meals- Third Monday of every month @11:45am Bring a friend! Please RSVP 701.428.3630. Kindred Lutheran Church. Wheelchair accessible venue $4.00 suggested donation for meal. Games, Bingo, singing, prizes, etc…Next meal is March 17th. Please RSVP by March 13th.
Bone Builders Class meets every Monday & Thursday at Davenport School from 9:30-10:30.
AA Meeting Monday 7:00pm @ Norman Church Fellowship Hall See the ndparish.net website to provide a treat for meetings. Davenport Fire Department to host Bingo at the Supper Club on February 27th 7:00pm
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Norman Davenport Lutheran Worship
Sunday, February 23rd, 2025
Pastor Katie Kringstad
The Story Series- Week 19- The Return Home
PRELUDE/BELLS WELCOME: P: “The Lord be with you! R: And also, with you
GATHERING: This is the day the Lord has made, let us rejoice and be glad in it. The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God.
ANNOUNCEMENTS:
GATHERING SONG: In His Temple Now Behold Him (417) vs 1-2
Peace (ELW p. 152)
Confession and Forgiveness (ELW p. 94).
In the name of the Father, and of the ☩ Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen.
God of all mercy and consolation, come to the help of your people, turning us from our sin to live for you alone. Give us the power of your Holy Spirit that we may confess our sin, receive your forgiveness, and grow into the fullness of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Amen.
Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another.
Silence is kept for reflection.
Most merciful God,
(ALL)- we confess that we are captive to sin and cannot free ourselves. 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 neighbors as ourselves. For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in your will and walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy name.
Amen.
In the mercy of almighty God, Jesus Christ was given to die for us, and for his sake God forgives us all our sins. As a called and ordained minister of the church of Christ, and by his authority, I therefore declare to you the entire forgiveness of all your sins, in the name of the Father, and of the ☩ Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Amen.
Kyrie
In peace, let us pray to the Lord.
For the peace from above,
and for our salvation,
let us pray to the Lord.
For the peace of the whole world,
for the well-being of the Church of God,
and for the unity of all,
let us pray to the Lord.
For this holy house,
and for all who offer here their worship and praise,
let us pray to the Lord.
Help, save, comfort, and defend us, gracious Lord.
Canticle of Praise
Glory to God in the highest,
and peace to God’s people on earth.
PRAYER OF THE DAY:
Let us pray. A brief silence is kept before the prayer.
(ALL)- O Lord Jesus, make us instruments of your peace, that where there is hatred, we may sow love, where there is injury, pardon, and where there is despair, hope. Grant, O divine master, that we may seek to console, to understand, and to love in your name, for you live and reign with the Father and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.
INSTILLATION OF OFFICERS P: Dear Christian friends: Baptized into the priesthood of Christ, we all are called to offer ourselves and our gifts and ability to the Lord of the Church in Thanksgiving for what he has done and continues to do for us. It is our privilege to recognize and support those who are engaged in the work of this congregation, especially those in the ministry of the church council & deacons.
The following persons, having been elected (by the congregation) to the positions of leadership, are asked to come forward as their offices and names are read.
2025 Parish Council President- Andy Westby (N) Vice President- Jim Jermstad (D) Secretary- Vickie Kub (D) Treasurer- Steve Haux (N)
Davenport: President – Renee Flom
Vice President – Carol Johnson
Secretary – Amity Johnson Treasurer – Marty Schmit
Financial Secretary – Vickie Kub
Deacon – Jill Flom Deacon – Jim Jermstad
Deacon – Becky Christianson
Trustee – Casey Odegaard
Trustee – Mike Schmit
Trustee – Dean Andvik Board of Ed – Jess Kujala
Board of Ed – Hilary Odegaard
Board of Ed – Gwen Lunde
Other – Joan Pratt
Parish Nurse – Elaine Clemenson
Norman: President – Kyle Ostenson
Vice President – Eric Berg
Secretary – Kia Richard
Treasurer – Tyler Odegaard
Financial Secretary – Joe Sauvageau
Trustee – Matt Swenson
Trustee – Kade Mitchell
Trustee – Connie Urness Trustee – Greg Urness
Trustee – Jesse Erickson Trustee – Andy Westby
Deacon – Stephanie Mitchell
Deacon – Mary Jane Nipstad
Deacon – Lannette Christmann Deacon – Blaine Laaveg
Deacon – Nicole Rohrbeck
Board of Education – Lindsey Botnen Board of Education – Kris Lindemann
Board of Education – Emma Haux
Pastor:: St. Paul writes: There are different kinds of spiritual gifts, but the same Spirit gives them. There are different ways of serving, but the same Lord is served. There are different abilities to perform service, but the same God gives to everyone ability for particular service. The Spirit's presence is shown in some way in each person, for the good of all. (1 Cor. 12:4‑7)
You have been elected to, positions of leadership and trust in his congregation.
To Council Officers
Pastor: You are to see that the words and deeds of this household of faith reflect him in whose name we gather. You are to work together with other members to see that' the worship and work of Christ are done in this congregation and that God's will is done in this community and in the whole world. You are to be diligent in your specific area of serving, that the one Lord who empowers you is glorified.
You are to be examples of faith active in love, to help maintain the life and harmony of this congregation.
Pastor: On behalf of your sisters and brothers in Christ, I ask you: Are you ready to accept and faithfully to the duties of the office to which you have been elected?
If so, answer in unison:
Yes, by the help of God.
Congregation stand
Pastor: People of God, I ask you: Will you support these, your elected leaders, and will you share in the mutual ministry that Christ has given to all who are baptized? If so answer in unison: Yes, by the help of God.
To Council Officers
Pastor: I now declare you installed as officers/council members/deacons of this congregation. God bless you with his Holy Spirit, that you may prove faithful servants of Christ. Amen.
Let Us Pray
Pastor: For all who offer themselves in your name, we give thanks, 0 God. Give them the joy of service, and constant care and guidance. Help us all to be both willing servants and thankful recipients of ministry, that your name be glorified, your people live in peace, and your will be done; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
CHILDREN’S MOMENT – kids excused to Sunday School
HOLY COMMUNION
LORD’S PRAYEROur 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.
Reading: Haggai 1:2-9
2Thus says the LORD of hosts: These people say the time has not yet come to rebuild the LORD's house. 3Then the word of the LORD came by the prophet Haggai, saying: 4Is it a time for you yourselves to live in your paneled houses, while this house lies in ruins? 5Now therefore thus says the LORD of hosts: Consider how you have fared. 6You have sown much, and harvested little; you eat, but you never have enough; you drink, but you never have your fill; you clothe yourselves, but no one is warm; and you that earn wages earn wages to put them into a bag with holes.7Thus says the LORD of hosts: Consider how you have fared. 8Go up to the hills and bring wood and build the house, so that I may take pleasure in it and be honored, says the LORD. 9You have looked for much, and, lo, it came to little; and when you brought it home, I blew it away. Why? says the LORD of hosts. Because my house lies in ruins, while all of you hurry off to your own houses.
Psalm: Psalm 37:1-11, 39-40
1 Do not be provoked by evildoers; do not be jealous of those who do wrong. 2 For they shall soon wither like the grass, and like the green grass fade away. 3 Put your trust in the Lord and do good; dwell in the land and find safe pasture. 4 Take delight in the Lord, who shall give you your heart’s desire. 5 Commit your way to the Lord; put your trust in the Lord, and see what God will do. 6 The Lord will make your vindication as clear as the light and the justice of your case like the noonday sun. 7 Be still before the Lord and wait patiently. Do not be provoked by the one who prospers, the one who succeeds in evil schemes. 8 Refrain from anger, leave rage alone; do not be provoked; it leads only to evil. 9 For evildoers shall be cut off, but those who hope in the Lord shall possess the land. 10 In a little while the wicked shall be no more; even if you search out their place, they will not be there. 11 But the lowly shall possess the land; they will delight in abundance of peace. 39 But the deliverance of the righteous comes from you, O Lord; you are their stronghold in time of trouble. 40 You, O Lord, will help them and rescue them; you will rescue them from the wicked and deliver them, because in you they seek refuge.
Hymn of the Day: The Church’s One Foundation (ELW 654) vs 1-3
Gospel: Matthew 7:24-29
The holy gospel according to Matthew.
ALL- Glory to you, O Lord.
24"Everyone then who hears these words of mine and acts on them will be like a wise man who built his house on rock. 25The rain fell, the floods came, and the winds blew and beat on that house, but it did not fall, because it had been founded on rock. 26And everyone who hears these words of mine and does not act on them will be like a foolish man who built his house on sand. 27The rain fell, and the floods came, and the winds blew and beat against that house, and it fell — and great was its fall!"28Now when Jesus had finished saying these things, the crowds were astounded at his teaching, 29for he taught them as one having authority, and not as their scribes.
The gospel of the Lord.
ALL- Praise to you, O Christ.
SERMON: Pastor Katie Kringstad
Hymn OF THE DAY: The Church’s One Foundation (ELW 654) vs 4-5
Apostles’ creed
I believe in God, the Father almighty,
creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God’s only Son, our Lord,
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
born of the virgin Mary,
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,
he is seated at the right hand of the Father,
and 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.
Prayers of Intercession
With the Spirit of Christ shining upon us, let us boldly pray for the church, the world, and all of creation.
A brief silence.
Surprising God, you call us to love our enemies and to show kindness in the face of cruelty. Let our actions be a shining witness of your overwhelming grace for all. God of grace,
ALL- hear our prayer.
As animals hibernate and fields lay dormant, let them be a reminder that life and faith are not static but always changing and growing. May we, with all creation, trust that the ending of one thing promises life in a new way. God of grace,
ALL- hear our prayer.
We pray for leaders and policymakers who work to reduce violence in our nations, cities, and towns. Give your wisdom and discernment amid heated arguments and differing viewpoints. God of grace,
ALL- hear our prayer.
We pray for the victims of abuse and violence. Provide safe shelter and new beginnings to those experiencing domestic violence and dangerous situations. Enfold with love all who seek your healing care. God of grace,
ALL- hear our prayer.
Empower our faith communities to be signs of your gracious love. Bless the local ministries of parish nursing and caregiving, that they will be a voice for those in need in our communities. God of grace,
ALL- hear our prayer.
We give thanks for the enduring witness of those who have died before us. May their lives in you provide a witness of your everlasting grace. God of grace,
ALL- hear our prayer.
We entrust our prayers to you, O God, in the sure and certain hope that your promise is revealed among the people. Amen.
OFFERING SONG – Lord, Be Glorified (744)
OFFERING PRAYER: (UNISON) Blessed are you, O God, maker of all things. Through your goodness you have blessed us with these gifts: our selves, our time, and our possessions. Use us, and what we have gathered, in feeding the world with your love, through the one who gave himself for us, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Sending God blesses us and sends us in mission to the world.
Blessing The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord’s face shine upon you and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favor and ☩ give you peace. Amen.
Sending Song: In His Temple Now Behold Him (417) vs 3-4
Dismissal: Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God.
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