About Worship
Worship at All Saints might look and feel a little different. We carefully and prayerfully select a worship theme each season, and we choose songs and liturgical elements that help communicate that theme and bring us closer to God and to one another.
All Saints Lutheran Church is a member of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) and participates in the Synod Authorized Ministry (SAM) program offered by the Southeastern Iowa Synod. Bishop Amy Current has authorized Wanda Barber, Matthew Reece, and Julie Schoville to be Synod Authorized Ministers able to preside over all worship services and offer pastoral care. The Synod provides training and instruction throughout the year and fully supports this program.
Colors for the season of Pentecost: Summer (May 24th – August 30th)
Day of Pentecost (May 24): Red as the color of fire is used on this day when we remember the tongues of fire descended on the crowd in Jerusalem. In contrast to the color of scarlet, Pentecost’s red is a bright color.
The Holy Trinity (May 31): White is suggested, the expression of joy in the mystery of the Triune God.
Time after Pentecost (June 7 – August 30): Green is used, to indicate our growth in faith as we follow the teachings and ministry of Christ. Some assemblies use differing shades of green throughout the Sundays after Pentecost, a lighter green in summer and a darker green in fall.
Worship Information
The Sunday morning Worship Service will be at 10 am in the sanctuary.
This link will open the congregational text for the month of June’s Sunday worship services.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OJCn6Ve2doQFvRcGcv-zaoTwzxnssauU/view?usp=sharing
Pentecost: Summer Season (05.24.2026 – 08.30.2026)
Theme & Write-up
Written by the Director of Music Ministries
Living a kingdom life among God’s holy creation
As the season of Pentecost begins, we are invited to discover what it means to live a kingdom life among God’s holy creation. In the gift of the new covenant, God writes mercy upon our hearts and gathers people of every nation, language, and generation into the body of Christ. Through the power of the Holy Spirit, the church is strengthened to be a living witness to the gospel—not only in word, but also in acts of compassion, justice, and reconciliation. As the Spirit guided the disciples into bold faith and faithful service, so too are we sent into the world to proclaim the good news of Jesus Christ in our daily lives.
Throughout this season, we will listen closely to the teachings and parables of Jesus, learning how the kingdom of God takes root in unexpected places and ordinary lives. Christ calls us to feed the hungry, welcome the stranger, care for our neighbors, and tend God’s creation with gratitude and humility. In the parables, we discover seeds of hope, treasures hidden in plain sight, and reminders that God’s reign is already growing among us. Together, we journey as disciples shaped by the Spirit, learning to live with generosity, courage, and love as we share in God’s renewing work throughout creation.
Altarscape by Julie S.
Sunday, June 14th – 3rd Sunday after Pentecost
Ardor (Worship Musicians)
The musicians rehearse from 9:00 to 9:45 am every Sunday morning. You are invited to join us in leading music during the worship service. The musicians for worship can find the service orders and music in the crate on the back pew in the sanctuary for each week. Contact the Director of Music Ministries or the church office if you plan to help lead worship.
Introduction
Moses tells the Israelites that they are called to be a priestly kingdom and a holy people. Jesus sends out the disciples as laborers into the harvest. In baptism we too are anointed for ministry, sharing God’s compassion with our needy world. From the Lord’s table we go forth to proclaim the good news, to heal the sick, and to share our bread with the hungry.
Prayer of the Day
God of compassion, you have opened the way for us and brought us to yourself. Pour your love into our hearts, that, overflowing with joy, we may freely share the blessings of your realm and faithfully proclaim the good news of your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen.
Scripture
Exodus 19:2-8a The covenant with Israel at Sinai
At Sinai God assured Israel, “You shall be my treasured possession,” and commissioned them to serve as mediating priests for the nations. The people commit themselves completely to God’s will.
Psalm 100 We are God’s people and the sheep of God’s pasture. (Ps. 100:3)
Romans 5:1-8 While we were sinners, Christ died for us
We are no longer God’s enemies but have peace with God because we were brought into a right relationship with God through Christ’s death.
Matthew 9:35–10:23] The sending of the Twelve
The mission of Jesus’ followers is to continue the mission of Jesus himself. Here, he instructs his first disciples as to how they might proclaim the gospel through their words and deeds.
Fellowship Time
After worship there is time for refreshments and fellowship in the gathering space.