For the past three years, I've written a special daily devotional book for Holy Week. Each book contains poems, prayers, and devotionals exclusively written by me. I wrote for Christian folks who may be too busy at work, school, or other places to join in the traditional services and masses that take place during Holy Week.
The books can be read on a daily basis, which helps the reader cultivate a sense of the sacred in her or his life during Holy Week. The following books are all available for those interested in Holy Week devotions.
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Thursday, February 25, 2016
Friday, March 8, 2013
Good Friday Worship Service - Friday March 29,2013
Good Friday
Service – March 29th, 2013
Prelude
First reading: Mark 15:1-15 – Jesus Before
Pilate
Hymn: 84 In the Cross of Christ I Glory
Second reading: Mark
15:16-20 – The Soldiers Mock Jesus
Prayer of
Confession
Pastor: Almighty
God, we come before You quietly and reverently, seeking the presence of Your
Holy Spirit in our sanctuary and the grace of Your sacred son in our hearts.
People: We know
that we are sinful and confess to being unchristian at times. We frequently let
You down by disappointing others, discarding Your words, and diminishing Your
influence over our lives.
Pastor: On
this solemn night, when we acknowledge the terrible sacrifice of Your Only Son,
we also recognize that our sins nailed Him to the Cross, and our selfish ways
caused Him to die.
People: Forgive
us, Lord God, and cleanse us through the power of Christ’s blood. Restore us to
Your sacred Kingdom and allow us the promises of everlasting life. For we ask
this in the Name of Jesus Christ, our Lord, Savior, and King forever. Amen.
Third reading: Mark
15:21-32 – The Crucifixion
Hymn: 100 When I Survey the Wondrous Cross
Fourth reading: Mark
15:33-41 – The Death of Jesus
Choir anthem?
Homily
Silence
Communion by intinction
Hymn: 92 Beneath the Cross of Jesus
Fifth reading: Mark 15:42-47 – The Burial of
Jesus
Exit silently
Tuesday, April 3, 2012
Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Worship service prayers
Maundy Thursday Service
Prelude
First reading: Mark 14:17-21
Hymn: #179 God is My Strong Salvation
Prayer of Urgent Confession
Pastor: Lord Jesus, You see the truth in our lives and know everything about us. We are not worthy of Your grace, nor are we completely faithful to Your ways. On this terrible night, our sins are amplified and our shame is exposed to You. We know that we have betrayed Your beautiful words and trashed Your sacred teaching.
People: O Lord, we are proud instead of being humble. As Christians, we are stubborn and foolish, rather than being steadfast and faithful. We disappoint our loved ones and neglect our neighbor’s needs. We fill our hearts and minds with our own inconsequential trivia, instead of Your eternal truths.
Pastor: Forgive us, Lord Jesus, for giving in to our fears and succumbing to temptation. Pardon us for casting You aside to embrace the world’s attractions. On this night, above all other nights, help us to hold on to Your hope and get us to grasp the grace of God as His Powerful Spirit passes over us. Hear us now as we silently confess our sins.
Time of personal confession and reflective silence
Pastor: O Son of Man, Redeemer of the world; have mercy upon us miserable sinners. Amen.
2nd Reading: Mark 14:22-26
Hymn: #186 Thy Mercy and Thy Truth, O Lord
3rd Reading: Mark 14:27-31
Choir Anthem: My Lord is Weeping
4th reading: Mark 14:32-42
Hymn: #97 Go To Dark Gethesemane
Homily On That Night
COMMUNION - At the appropriate time, the congregation shall come forward to receive the bread and wine. After this, the elders will come to those who wish to take communion where they are seated.
Prayer of Thanksgiving (unison) Lord Jesus, Your Holy Spirit has afflicted and convicted us this evening. We know that we have sent You to the Cross because we are sinful creatures. Despite these failures and faults, You still offer us Your grace and God’s peace. Thank You, Lord Jesus, for redeeming our souls and restoring us to God. In Your Holy Name, we gratefully pray. Amen.
Hymn: #98 O Sacred Head Now Wounded
Final reading: Mark 14:43-50
Congregation Exits Silently
Monday, April 18, 2011
Easter Sunday Worship service - Sunday April 24
Approaching God
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Gathering & Prelude
Announcements & A Word of Welcome
Gathering & Prelude
Call to Worship
Pastor: Christ is Risen!
People: He is Risen indeed!
Pastor: Jesus, Savior of the World, we worship and adore You. We honor and glorify You forever. Amen.
First Hymn:
Prayers of Adoration and Confession
Guide: Wonderful King and Eternal Savior, this is Your Holy Day and we are delighted to be called Your disciples and servants. You are the Righteous Son of God and our Everlasting Lord.
People: Lord Jesus, You are the King of all Creation and the Redeemer of the Universe. You have gloriously overcome sin and death, bringing to us promises of life and love that last forever.
Guide: Gracious Jesus, we confess that our sins caused Your wounds at Calvary. We crucified You to the Cross because of our stubborn, rebellious, and selfish ways. Precious Lord, forgive our foolish mistakes and grave errors. Pardon our hateful words and shameful deeds. Hear us now as we confess to You alone.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Victorious Savior, Your blood has cleansed our sinful souls and has restored us to God’s favor. Without You, our lives are wasted and pointless. With You, our hopes are completely fulfilled and made eternal. Hear our prayers, given in Your Holy Name. We unite our spirits to You, by saying "Our Father…THE LORD’S PRAYER” (debts/debtors)
People: Lord Jesus, You are the King of all Creation and the Redeemer of the Universe. You have gloriously overcome sin and death, bringing to us promises of life and love that last forever.
Guide: Gracious Jesus, we confess that our sins caused Your wounds at Calvary. We crucified You to the Cross because of our stubborn, rebellious, and selfish ways. Precious Lord, forgive our foolish mistakes and grave errors. Pardon our hateful words and shameful deeds. Hear us now as we confess to You alone.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Victorious Savior, Your blood has cleansed our sinful souls and has restored us to God’s favor. Without You, our lives are wasted and pointless. With You, our hopes are completely fulfilled and made eternal. Hear our prayers, given in Your Holy Name. We unite our spirits to You, by saying "Our Father…THE LORD’S PRAYER” (debts/debtors)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Jesus is the Only One who can save our souls from everlasting destruction. His Name alone has the power to forgive our sins and to release us from death and despair. Therefore, let us rejoice and celebrate the victory of our Lord and King forevermore. Amen.
Gloria Patri(unison): Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Anthem
Prayers for Health and Healing
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: The LORD reigns, He is robed in majesty and is armed with strength. God establishes our world and sustains our lives.
People: Eternal God, we are finite and frail, in need of help, healing and wholeness. We lift up our voices in prayer to You, with all that is on our hearts and in our anxious minds.
Pastor: Mighty Redeemer, have mercy upon us and heal us of all that harms us in body, mind, heart and spirit. We also bring to You our families and friends, our colleagues and neighbors who need Your Loving touch and holy healing. Hear us now as we pray.
Silent Prayers for others and ourselves. A candle is lit
Pastor: The LORD is merciful and holy; just and faithful. He hears our prayers in Jesus’ Name, Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 93)
Singing of '"Jesus Draw Me Close"
Prayer of Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, impact our lives with the power of the Gospel. Let the Good News of Christ’s Resurrection bring joy, healing and strength to our souls. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
Scripture Readings
Scripture Readings
Sermon & The Apostles' Creed
Serving God
Serving God
Offering & Offertory
Dedication (unison): Lord Jesus, You have given everything for our salvation. You have sacrificed Your life so that we may live forever in God’s eternal presence. We can never repay the debt that we owe You, but we can support the work and ways of Your church with our tithes and gifts. Take this offering and bless it, so that others may hear the Gospel, through the preaching of the Word and the glorifying of God’s Name. Amen.
Closing Hymn:
Benediction(unison): May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the almighty and amazing love of the Father, and the power and presence of the Holy Spirit be with us now and always. Amen.
Doxology May God's Blessing & Postlude
Thursday, April 14, 2011
Maundy Thursday/ Tennebrae Worship service - April 21, 2011
Maundy Thursday Service
PRELUDE:
CALL TO WORSHIP:
Pastor: “My times are in Your hands; deliver me from my enemies and from those who pursue me.” Psalm 31 v 15
HYMN: Come Sing to God................................................................................................. No. 181
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
Guide: O Lamb of God, have mercy upon us. On this fateful night, we remember Your betrayal and it reminds us of how often we fail to follow You.
People: O Sacrificial Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy upon us.
Guide: We remember with shame the sinful secrets of our lives. We recall our past mistakes and most deepest regrets.
People: O Perfect Lamb of God, shield us from God’s wrath and cleanse us with Your blood.
Guide: Do not turn away from when we are desperate for Your help. Do not cast us aside for we fear the darkness of death and the loneliness of life.
People: O Holy Lamb of God, we cling to You and seek Your pardon.
Guide: Help us to be free of former things that have chained us to our sins. Take our lives and change them. Accept our tainted souls and purify them.
People: O Sacred Lamb of God, without Your grace we have no goodness. Without Your acceptance, we have no absolution.
Guide: Prevent us from wasting our lives and squandering our faith. Protect us from temptation and cancel out our sins
People: O Passover Lamb of God, grant us forgiveness and mercy, holiness and sanctification. In Your Holy Name, we pray. Amen.
OLD TESTAMENT READING:................................................................................... Psalm 31:1-8
HYMN: Go To Dark Gethesemane........................................................................................ No. 97
OLD TESTAMENT READING:................................................................................. Psalm 31:9-18
HYMN: Were You There? ................................................................................................. No. 102
OLD TESTAMENT READING:............................................................................... Psalm 31:19-24
Choir Anthem:....................................................................................................................................
HYMN: As Deer Long for the Streams................................................................................ No. 189
NEW TESTAMENT READING:....................................................................... Revelation 20:11-15
HOMILY: Redeem Me, O Lord Rev. John Stuart
OFFERING:
DEDICATION
All: Lord Jesus, we have betrayed You many times and afflicted You with our sorrows. We have caused You to die on the Cross because we are sinful and selfish. We can never repay our debts to You, for what can we offer that will pay for absolute forgiveness and eternal life? We give You these gifts, that others may hear and read Your Words, and that souls may be saved, both near and far. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen.
COMMUNION - At the appropriate time, the congregation shall come forward to receive the bread and wine. After this, the elders will come to those who wish to take communion where they are seated.
Congregational Prayer: Lord Jesus, You have given everything of Yourself so that we may share in the eternal glories of Your Kingdom. Thank You for Your amazing love and the experience of Your grace this night. In Your Almighty Name, we humbly pray. Amen.
HYMN: When I Survey the Wondrous Cross....................................................................... No. 101
NEW TESTAMENT READING:................................................................................ 2 Peter 3:3-10
Congregation Exits Silently
Monday, March 29, 2010
Maundy Thursday Tenebrae Communion Service - April 1, 2010
Prelude: ................................Handbells &Chimes
Call to worship:
You discern my going out and my lying down;
you are familiar with all my ways.
Before a word is on my tongue
you know it completely, O LORD. Psalm 139:3-4
HYMN: You Are Before Me, Lord............No. 248 vv1-5
Prayer of Confession:
Guide: Lord Jesus, as we remember Your betrayal on this sacred night, remind us of the times that we have betrayed You.
People: When we have disappointed or hurt other people, Lord, forgive us.
Guide: When we have diminished the power of Your Word through the selfishness of our actions, Lord, forgive us.
People: When we have made promises that we do not intend to keep, or said something that grieves our loved ones, Lord forgive us.
Guide: When we have acted rashly and have cast aside those who need our help; when we have been distracted by the world and remain unattracted to Your Spirit, Lord forgive us.
People: When we have twisted Your words to justify our choices, Lord, forgive us.
Guide: When we hide our faith or avoid being known as Christians, Lord, have mercy;
People: Remove our sins with Your precious blood, and graciously restore us to Your service; for Your sake and God’s greater glory. Amen.
SCRIPTURE READING
HYMN: Jesus, the Very Thought of Thee.............No.310
SCRIPTURE READING
CHOIR ANTHEM:
SCRIPTURE READING
HYMN: Beneath the Cross of Jesus........................No. 92
SCRIPTURE READING
SACRED DUET…..PIE JESU……………
HOMILY: Just Another Passover
OFFERING & DEDICATION
All: Lord Jesus, You willingly lay down Your life so that we may have forgiveness and be restored to God’s everlasting love. Without Your Sacrifice, there would be no grace. Humbly, we bring before You our gifts and ask that You will receive and bless them for the continuing work of the Gospel and Your ministry here on Earth. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen.
COMMUNION - at the appropriate time, the congregation come forward to receive the bread and wine. After this, the elders will come to those who wish to take communion where they are seated.
Congregational Prayer: God our Father, Your Son Jesus Christ has left to us this meal of bread and wine in which we share His body and His blood. As we keep the feast of His redeeming love may we feed on Him by faith, receive His grace, and find fullness of life: through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
HYMN: Go to Dark Gethsemane ..........................No. 97
NEW TESTAMENT READING
Congregation Exits Silently
Other Maundy Thursday services on this site
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
Easter Sunday Prayers - Easter prayers - 12 April
Approaching God
Welcome & Announcements
Prelude
Hymn:
Confessional Prayer
Guide: Almighty and Everlasting King, we gather in this place of peace and praise, of joy and jubilation, as one family of faith, one
People: Gracious Lord, we know that we have been foolish, selfish and sinful at times. We recognize that we have made mistakes, bad choices, and faithless decisions. We are sorry for those moments when temptation has caused us to get angry, be bitter, remain proud, and be insensitive to those around us. Hear us now as we confess our faults and silently pray.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Eternal Lord, on this Easter day, we claim the victory of Christ over sin and death. His sacrifice has acquitted us of our mistakes. His grace can renew and bring rebirth to our lives. We make our prayers in the Name of our Savior, Jesus Christ, who taught us to pray, saying, “Our Father,…THE LORD’S PRAYER (debts/debtors)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: Christ calls us to become His disciples, yet He has to constantly deal with our sinful nature and human failings. He has overcome both death and sin, so our souls can be resurrected to a new beginning. Let us rejoice and give thanks, for Christ has blessed us with an everlasting hope and He has saved our lives forever. Amen.
Gloria Patri : Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Minute for
Encountering God
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: Let us praise the LORD with new hearts; let us rejoice with all the earth and glorify His Name. Each day, we will proclaim the Lord's salvation; each week, we will come to Him with our praises.
People: The Lord has done marvelous deeds among His people, therefore we will ask Him to heal our lives. O LORD, You are great and most worthy of our worship; You are above and beyond all that we know.
Pastor: O LORD, You made the heavens and sustain the nations; be merciful to us and grant us healing from all that harms us in body, mind, heart and soul. There is power and strength in this sanctuary; listen to our prayers and attend to the needs of our loved ones who are ill, distressed, worried or depressed.
Silent Prayers for others and ourselves. A candle is lit
Pastor: We will worship the LORD in the splendor of His holiness. We will give thanks throughout this day. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 96)
Choir Anthem
The Message: Part #1
Singing of ‘Jesus, Draw Me Close’
Prayer for Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, release us from our fears and restore us to God's heart. Open our minds to this glorious message of hope, so that we may gladly receive Christ as our King and report His words to all our people. In Jesus' Name. Amen.
Scripture
The Message: Part #2 & The Apostles’ Creed
Serving God
Offering & Offertory:
Dedication: Lord Jesus, through the act of cheerful and thankful giving, we offer You these tithes and gifts. Bless them for Your wonderful ways that have changed the world forever. Enable us also, to rededicate our lives this day, in the holy service of Your Kingdom. Both now and forever. Amen.
Hymn
Benediction: May Christ resurrect our faith by becoming Lord of our lives; may we know the Father's compassion and grace throughout our days; and may the Holy Spirit keep us glorifying and worshipping the One, Triune God, both now and always. Amen.
Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; etc & Postlude
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
Sunday Prayers - Palm Sunday / Passion Sunday
Approaching God
Welcome & announcements
Gathering Song & prelude
Hymn:
Confessional Prayer
Guide: LORD God Almighty, Creator of the Universe and Sustainer of our lives, we come to You with our prayers and petitions, our cares and concerns. You have called us by name to come into Your House. You have welcomed us to this sanctuary of praise and peace, holiness and healing.
People: Loving God, in the midst of our troubles, we call upon Your Name. We look for Your help and inspiration; Your patience and forgiveness; and Your mercy and grace. We have sinned against You by allowing ourselves to be overcome by temptation. We have neglected our faith and cast aside Your words. Forgive our foolish ways and selfish choices. Hear us now as we silently pray.
- SILENCE -
Guide: Merciful Father, You lovingly allow us to approach Your Holy Son Jesus to seek forgiveness, absolution, and acquittal for our sins. We praise You for sending Him to us and for His perfect sacrifice, which restores us to Your everlasting Favor. In Christ’s Name and through His words, we continue to pray, saying, “Our Father,…THE LORD’S PRAYER (debts/debtors)
Promise of the Gospel
Guide: We believe and know that Christ is the Holy One of God. His Passion and obedience, His Crucifixion and sacrifice, have given us the glorious opportunity of remitting our sins, renewing our lives, and restoring us to God's love and kingdom forever. Amen.
Gloria Patri (sung): Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost.
As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen.
Family Sermon (parents and all children, including Elementary school students come forward)
Baptism
Encountering God
Minute for Mission
Prayers for Health and Healing
Pastor: Come, let us pray for healing from the LORD; let us voice our concerns to the Rock of our salvation. We come before God with personal pleas; we pray to Him sincerely and faithfully.
People: The LORD is the great God, the great King above all. He will hear our prayers and answer our needs. O Lord, from Your hands comes the power of healing; have mercy upon us, as we belong to You.
Pastor: We are His, for He made us; He shapes our lives and has the power to save our souls. Almighty God, we bow down before You; heal us and all our loved ones from sickness and despair; pain and anxiety; suffering and depression. Hear us now as we quietly pray.
Silent Prayers for others and ourselves. A candle is lit
Pastor: The LORD is our God and we are the people of His pasture, the flock under His care. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.
(Healing Prayer based on words & phrases from Psalm 95)
The Message: Part #1
Singing of ‘Jesus, Draw Me Close’
Prayer for Illumination:
Reader: Holy Spirit, let the words and ways of Jesus touch our hearts today. May His miracles and messages challenge our lives so that we may change our church, community and country. To the glory of God forever. Amen.
Scripture Readings
The Message Part #2 & The Apostles’ Creed
Serving God
Offering & Offertory:
Dedication (unison): Lord Jesus, we express our faith and thanksgiving through these tithes and offerings. Bless them for the life, work and ministry of Your church, as well as the preaching, teaching and proclaiming of Your Gospel. In Your Holy Name, we give and pray. Amen.
Communion
Hymn
Benediction (unison): May Christ be the Lord of our lives throughout our days on earth; may the Father enhance our faith and life through His loving ways; and may the Holy Spirit keep us serving the One, Triune and Living God, in this world and the next. Amen.
Doxology Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; etc & Postlude
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