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Third Sunday in Lent

March 8, 2026
8:30am 

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Prelude "Like a Burden too Heavy" (a reflection on Psalm 38) Brian Blume
Aydan Wright, marimba solo

 

Weekly Church News

 

Welcome Pastor Tim Klinkenberg

 

Ringing of the Bell

 

Invocation and Psalm
Pastor: In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. (Matthew 28:19b)
People: Amen.
Pastor: "Blessed is the one whose transgressions are forgiven,
People: whose sins are covered.
Pastor: 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)

 

Opening Hymn “Praise the One Who Breaks the Darkness”
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 849.

Praise the One who breaks the darkness
With a liberating light;
Praise the One who frees the pris’ners,
Turning blindness into sight.
Praise the One who preached the Gospel,
Healing ev’ry dread disease,
Calming storms, and feeding thousands
With the very Bread of peace.

Praise the One who blessed the children
With a strong, yet gentle, word;
Praise the One who drove out demons
With the piercing, two-edged sword.
Praise the One who brings cool water
To the desert’s burning sand;
From this Well comes living water,
Quenching thirst in ev’ry land.

Let us praise the Word Incarnate,
Christ, who suffered in our place.
Jesus died and rose victorious
That we may know God by grace.
Let us sing for joy and gladness,
Seeing what our God has done;
Let us praise the true Redeemer,
Praise the One who makes us one.

 

Confession and Absolution
Pastor: Jesus said, "Unless you change and become like little children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven." (Matthew 18:3) Jesus also said, "The last will be first, and the first will be last." (Matthew 20:16) 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.
People: We thank You, gracious God, for Your mercy and for your steadfastness. You are a God who keeps promises. We are confident in Your forgiveness. If not for that, we would be lost.
(silence for reflection)
Pastor: “Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. But God demonstrates his own love for us in this:
People: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.” (Romans 5:7-8)
Pastor: Christ Jesus loved you so much that He gave His life for you, covering all your sin. As a called and ordained servant of Christ, and by His authority, I therefore forgive you all your sins in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit.
People: Amen.

 
Hymn of Praise “Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me”
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 761.

Rock of Ages, cleft for me,
Let me hide myself in Thee;
Let the water and the blood,
From Thy riven side which flowed,
Be of sin the double cure:
Cleanse me from its guilt and pow’r.

Not the labors of my hands
Can fulfill Thy Law’s demands;
Could my zeal no respite know,
Could my tears forever flow,
All for sin could not atone;
Thou must save, and Thou alone.

Nothing in my hand I bring;
Simply to Thy cross I cling.
Naked, come to Thee for dress;
Helpless, look to Thee for grace;
Foul, I to the fountain fly;
Wash me, Savior, or I die.

While I draw this fleeting breath,
When mine eyelids close in death,
When I soar to worlds unknown,
See Thee on Thy judgment throne,
Rock of Ages, cleft for me,
Let me hide myself in Thee.

 

Sacrament of Baptism

 
Old Testament Reading   Exodus 17:1–7 NIV

17 The whole Israelite community set out from the Desert of Sin, traveling from place to place as the Lord commanded. They camped at Rephidim, but there was no water for the people to drink. ² So they quarreled with Moses and said, “Give us water to drink.”

Moses replied, “Why do you quarrel with me? Why do you put the Lord to the test?”

³ But the people were thirsty for water there, and they grumbled against Moses. They said, “Why did you bring us up out of Egypt to make us and our children and livestock die of thirst?”

⁴ Then Moses cried out to the Lord, “What am I to do with these people? They are almost ready to stone me.”

⁵ The Lord answered Moses, “Go out in front of the people. Take with you some of the elders of Israel and take in your hand the staff with which you struck the Nile, and go. ⁶ I will stand there before you by the rock at Horeb. Strike the rock, and water will come out of it for the people to drink.” So Moses did this in the sight of the elders of Israel. ⁷ And he called the place Massah and Meribah because the Israelites quarreled and because they tested the Lord saying, “Is the Lord among us or not?”

Lector: This is the Word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.

  
Epistle Reading Romans 5:1–8 NIV

5 Therefore, since we have been justified through faith, we have peace with God through our Lord Jesus Christ, ² through whom we have gained access by faith into this grace in which we now stand. And we boast in the hope of the glory of God. ³ Not only so, but we also glory in our sufferings, because we know that suffering produces perseverance; ⁴ perseverance, character; and character, hope. ⁵ And hope does not put us to shame, because God’s love has been poured out into our hearts through the Holy Spirit, who has been given to us.

⁶ You see, at just the right time, when we were still powerless, Christ died for the ungodly. ⁷ Very rarely will anyone die for a righteous person, though for a good person someone might possibly dare to die. ⁸ But God demonstrates his own love for us in this: While we were still sinners, Christ died for us.

Lector: This is the Word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.

 

Anthem "A Childhood Hymn" arr. David Holsinger
Symphonic Band of Concordia Lutheran High School, Tomball, TX

 

Holy Gospel  John 4:5–26 NIV

⁵ So he came to a town in Samaria called Sychar, near the plot of ground Jacob had given to his son Joseph. ⁶ Jacob’s well was there, and Jesus, tired as he was from the journey, sat down by the well. It was about noon.

⁷ When a Samaritan woman came to draw water, Jesus said to her, “Will you give me a drink?” ⁸ (His disciples had gone into the town to buy food.)

⁹ The Samaritan woman said to him, “You are a Jew and I am a Samaritan woman. How can you ask me for a drink?” (For Jews do not associate with Samaritans.)

¹⁰ Jesus answered her, “If you knew the gift of God and who it is that asks you for a drink, you would have asked him and he would have given you living water.”

¹¹ “Sir,” the woman said, “you have nothing to draw with and the well is deep. Where can you get this living water? ¹² Are you greater than our father Jacob, who gave us the well and drank from it himself, as did also his sons and his livestock?”

¹³ Jesus answered, “Everyone who drinks this water will be thirsty again, ¹⁴ but whoever drinks the water I give them will never thirst. Indeed, the water I give them will become in them a spring of water welling up to eternal life.”

¹⁵ The woman said to him, “Sir, give me this water so that I won’t get thirsty and have to keep coming here to draw water.”

¹⁶ He told her, “Go, call your husband and come back.”

¹⁷ “I have no husband,” she replied.

Jesus said to her, “You are right when you say you have no husband. ¹⁸ The fact is, you have had five husbands, and the man you now have is not your husband. What you have just said is quite true.”

¹⁹ “Sir,” the woman said, “I can see that you are a prophet. ²⁰ Our ancestors worshiped on this mountain, but you Jews claim that the place where we must worship is in Jerusalem.”

²¹ “Woman,” Jesus replied, “believe me, a time is coming when you will worship the Father neither on this mountain nor in Jerusalem. ²² You Samaritans worship what you do not know; we worship what we do know, for salvation is from the Jews. ²³ Yet a time is coming and has now come when the true worshipers will worship the Father in the Spirit and in truth, for they are the kind of worshipers the Father seeks. ²⁴ God is spirit, and his worshipers must worship in the Spirit and in truth.”

²⁵ The woman said, “I know that Messiah” (called Christ) “is coming. When he comes, he will explain everything to us.”

²⁶ Then Jesus declared, “I, the one speaking to you—I am he.”

Lector: This is the Gospel of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.

 

Hymn of the Day “I Heard the Voice of Jesus Say”
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 699.

I heard the voice of Jesus say,
“Come unto Me and rest;
Lay down, thou weary one, lay down
Thy head upon My breast.”
I came to Jesus as I was,
So weary, worn, and sad;
I found in Him a resting place,
And He has made me glad.

I heard the voice of Jesus say,
“Behold, I freely give
The living water; thirsty one,
Stoop down and drink and live.”
I came to Jesus, and I drank
Of that life-giving stream;
My thirst was quenched, my soul revived,
And now I live in Him.

I heard the voice of Jesus say,
“I am this dark world’s light.
Look unto Me; thy morn shall rise
And all thy day be bright.”
I looked to Jesus, and I found
In Him my star, my sun;
And in that light of life I’ll walk
Till trav’ling days are done.

 

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Message Pastor Tim Klinkenberg

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Apostles’ Creed

I believe in God, the Father Almighty,
maker of heaven and earth.
And in Jesus Christ, His 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 into hell.
The third day He rose again from the dead.
He ascended into heaven
and sits at the right hand of God the Father Almighty.
From thence He will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy Christian Church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting. Amen.

 
Prayers of the Church
Each petition concludes with:
Pastor: Lord, in your mercy,
People: Hear our prayer.

 

Gathering of Our Tithes and Offerings 


Music at the Offering "Faith" Matt Conaway
Symphonic Band of Concordia Lutheran High School, Tomball, TX
 

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.

 
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 “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross”
If you wish to follow the music, refer to hymnal 425.

When I survey the wondrous cross
On which the Prince of Glory died,
My richest gain I count but loss
And pour contempt on all my pride.

Forbid it, Lord, that I should boast
Save in the death of Christ, my God;
All the vain things that charm me most,
I sacrifice them to His blood.

See, from His head, His hands, His feet
Sorrow and love flow mingled down!
Did e’er such love and sorrow meet
Or thorns compose so rich a crown?

Were the whole realm of nature mine,
That were a tribute far too small;
Love so amazing, so divine,
Demands my soul, my life, my all!

 
Postlude “Bell Carol” Morton Gould
Symphonic Band of Concordia Lutheran High School, Tomball, TX

 

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Worship Service Participants

Preacher: Rev. Dr. Timothy M. Klinkenberg
Organ: Alex Guebert
Band: Symphonic Band of Concordia Lutheran High School, Tomball, TX
Band Director: Jonathan Held
Audio/Visual: Hector Cerda, Mark Todd, and Blaine Currer

 

10:30am service:

Preacher: Rev. Dr. Timothy M. Klinkenberg
Organ: Alex Guebert
Choirs: St. John’s TK and Kindergarten Choirs
Choir Director: Audrey Mink
TK Music Teacher: Krista Elliott
Piano: Dr. Rachel Ehring
Audio/Visual: Hector Cerda, Mark Todd, and Blaine Currer

Thanks for joining us today!

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March 8, 2026

Prayers of the Church
March 8, 2026

Lord of hosts, Your ancient people worshiped You in Jerusalem,
and in Christ, You are now worshiped among all nations.

Grant us faithful hearts to worship in spirit and truth,
that many would come to know You in Word and Sacrament. Lord, in Your mercy,

O God, You led Your ancient people by the hand of Moses and Aaron.

Lead us through the wilderness of this world with the guidance and promises of Your Word,
that we would be refreshed by the living water of Christ. Lord, in Your mercy,

We thank You, O God, for the living and life-saving water
with Your Word and promises in Baptism,
and for the opportunity to witness 9 Baptisms in one week.

We give You thanks for the Baptisms in School Chapel this past Wednesday for…
Cohen Crawford Clark and Carter Nolan Clark, sons of Casey and Carly,
Vincent Martin Lonia and James Alexander Lonia, sons of Michael and Vanessa,
Beau David Leroy Bearden, son of Brent and Amanda,

We give You thanks for the Baptisms yesterday for…
Marlowe Laine Warne and Rowen Willliam Augustus Warne, children of Anthony and Julia, grandchildren of Susie Boezinger, great-grandchildren of Bill and Shirley Boezinger,

We give You thanks for the Baptisms today for…
Ava Jolene Garcia, daughter of Gary and Breann,
and Emily Ortloff, daughter of Darrel and Kristi.

Sustain them, O Lord, in Your Holy Spirit. Give them an inquiring and discerning heart,
the courage to will and to persevere, a spirit to know and to love You,
and the gift of joy and wonder in all Your works. Lord, in Your mercy,

Lord God, heavenly Father, in Holy Baptism You began Your good work in our confirmands, and You have blessed their instruction and training in Your Word.

Pour out Your Holy Spirit on their hearts and minds,
as they prepare for their upcoming confirmation retreat this weekend.

We pray for Your blessings upon our confirmands; our youth leaders
Jim Meyer, Peyton Walter, Tasha Mahshi; and our chaperones.
Continue to bring Your good work to completion – that all would truly love and revere You,
and confess the faith with joy and boldness. Lord, in Your mercy,

O great Physician of body and soul, by Your Word and Spirit,
bring healing to all who are in need, sickness or adversity.

We pray especially for Patty G., Robert Goss, Vern Leimer, Norma Lopez, Chuck and Dot Stalter, Molly Wells, those on our printed prayer lists,
and those we uplift from our hearts…

Heal them according to Your gracious will,
and give us all grace to accept and bear our crosses with faith in You. Lord, in Your mercy,

O Wonderful Counselor and Mighty God, bring comfort to all who are in sorrow.

We pray especially for the family and friends of…
Joan Grant-Hecox, wife of Mark; Delaney Kilbane, daughter of Megan,
Bill Powell, uncle of Brady and Nancy MacDonald; Allan Uyesugi, husband of Georgine.
Hold them all in Your almighty hands and bring them consolation. Lord, in Your mercy,

Heavenly Father, preserve our nation and prosper the cause of justice.

Guide and grant Your wisdom to our President, our Governor, and our Mayor,
and all elected and appointed civil servants. Grant us peace among the nations,
and watch over those who protect us in the armed forces of our land. Lord, in Your mercy,

Into Your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in Your mercy…
through Your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You
and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.

WALKER HALL  |  Church Online

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Third Sunday in Lent

Sunday, March 8, 2026
10:30am

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Weekly Church News

Welcome Pastor Trevor Van Blarcom

Invocation

Worship Set

“House of the Lord”
“Rattle!”
Confession and Absolution
“Living Water”

Scripture Readings

Message Pastor Trevor Van Blarcom

Apostles’ Creed

Prayers of the Church

Gathering of the Offering

The Lord’s Prayer
“Come Alive (Dry Bones)”

Benediction

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Worship Service Participants

Preacher: Pastor Trevor Van Blarcom
Director of Contemporary Worship: Stephan Nosrat

Thanks for joining us today!

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  ONLINE GIVING

PRAYER REQUEST

CONNECTION CARD

 

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March 8, 2026

Prayers of the Church
March 8, 2026

Lord of hosts, Your ancient people worshiped You in Jerusalem,
and in Christ, You are now worshiped among all nations.

Grant us faithful hearts to worship in spirit and truth,
that many would come to know You in Word and Sacrament. Lord, in Your mercy,

O God, You led Your ancient people by the hand of Moses and Aaron.

Lead us through the wilderness of this world with the guidance and promises of Your Word,
that we would be refreshed by the living water of Christ. Lord, in Your mercy,

We thank You, O God, for the living and life-saving water
with Your Word and promises in Baptism,
and for the opportunity to witness 9 Baptisms in one week.

We give You thanks for the Baptisms in School Chapel this past Wednesday for…
Cohen Crawford Clark and Carter Nolan Clark, sons of Casey and Carly,
Vincent Martin Lonia and James Alexander Lonia, sons of Michael and Vanessa,
Beau David Leroy Bearden, son of Brent and Amanda,

We give You thanks for the Baptisms yesterday for…
Marlowe Laine Warne and Rowen Willliam Augustus Warne, children of Anthony and Julia, grandchildren of Susie Boezinger, great-grandchildren of Bill and Shirley Boezinger,

We give You thanks for the Baptisms today for…
Ava Jolene Garcia, daughter of Gary and Breann,
and Emily Ortloff, daughter of Darrel and Kristi.

Sustain them, O Lord, in Your Holy Spirit. Give them an inquiring and discerning heart,
the courage to will and to persevere, a spirit to know and to love You,
and the gift of joy and wonder in all Your works. Lord, in Your mercy,

Lord God, heavenly Father, in Holy Baptism You began Your good work in our confirmands, and You have blessed their instruction and training in Your Word.

Pour out Your Holy Spirit on their hearts and minds,
as they prepare for their upcoming confirmation retreat this weekend.

We pray for Your blessings upon our confirmands; our youth leaders
Jim Meyer, Peyton Walter, Tasha Mahshi; and our chaperones.
Continue to bring Your good work to completion – that all would truly love and revere You,
and confess the faith with joy and boldness. Lord, in Your mercy,

O great Physician of body and soul, by Your Word and Spirit,
bring healing to all who are in need, sickness or adversity.

We pray especially for Patty G., Robert Goss, Vern Leimer, Norma Lopez, Chuck and Dot Stalter, Molly Wells, those on our printed prayer lists,
and those we uplift from our hearts…

Heal them according to Your gracious will,
and give us all grace to accept and bear our crosses with faith in You. Lord, in Your mercy,

O Wonderful Counselor and Mighty God, bring comfort to all who are in sorrow.

We pray especially for the family and friends of…
Joan Grant-Hecox, wife of Mark; Delaney Kilbane, daughter of Megan,
Bill Powell, uncle of Brady and Nancy MacDonald; Allan Uyesugi, husband of Georgine.
Hold them all in Your almighty hands and bring them consolation. Lord, in Your mercy,

Heavenly Father, preserve our nation and prosper the cause of justice.

Guide and grant Your wisdom to our President, our Governor, and our Mayor,
and all elected and appointed civil servants. Grant us peace among the nations,
and watch over those who protect us in the armed forces of our land. Lord, in Your mercy,

Into Your hands, O Lord, we commend all for whom we pray, trusting in Your mercy…
through Your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord, who lives and reigns with You
and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen.