Zion Lake Crystal Sermons

"Speak, Lord" (January 17, 2021

January 18, 2021 03:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

Sunday, January 17, 2020 A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in our community, Zion has shifted to online-only worship through January 31, 2021. Today’s service was livestreamed from the sanctuary by a group of less than 10 worship leaders. Additional details are available on our website. Second Sunday after Epiphany Scripture: 1 Samuel 3:1-20...

"Transformed from the Outside" (January 10, 2021)

January 10, 2021 22:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MB

Sunday, January 10, 2020 A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in our community, Zion has shifted to online-only worship through January 31, 2021. Today’s service was livestreamed from the sanctuary by a group of less than 10 worship leaders. Additional details are available on our website. Baptism of Our Lord Gospel: Mark 1:4-11 (NRSV) Zion ...

"There and Here" (Christmas Eve 2020)

December 27, 2020 23:00 - 12 minutes - 8.65 MB

Thursday, December 24 A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in our community, Zion has decided to cancel all in-person gatherings and shift to digital-only ministry through January 31, 2021. Today’s service was livestreamed from the sanctuary by a group of less than 10 worship leaders. Additional details are available on our website. Christmas Ev...

"Not Impossible" (December 13, 2020)

December 13, 2020 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.55 MB

Sunday, December 13, 2020 A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in our community, Zion has decided to cancel all in-person gatherings and shift to digital-only ministry through January 3, 2021. Today’s service was livestreamed from the sanctuary by a group of less than 10 worship leaders. Additional details are available on our website. Third Su...

"In the Wilderness Prepare" (December 6, 2020)

December 06, 2020 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.06 MB

Sunday, December 6, 2020 A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in our community, Zion has decided to cancel all in-person gatherings and shift to digital-only ministry through January 3, 2021. Today’s service was livestreamed from the sanctuary by a group of less than 10 worship leaders. Additional details are available on our website. Second Su...

"The One Approaching is Already Here" (Rev. Grady St. Dennis)

November 29, 2020 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.2 MB

Sunday, November 29, 2020 A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in our community, Zion has decided to cancel all in-person gatherings and shift to digital-only ministry through January 3, 2021. Today’s service was livestreamed from the sanctuary by a group of less than 10 worship leaders. Additional details are available on our website. First Su...

"Are We Sheep or Are We Goats?"

November 22, 2020 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.35 MB

Sunday, November 22, 2020 A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to the recent increase in COVID-19 cases in our community, Zion has decided to cancel all in-person gatherings and shift to digital-only ministry through January 3, 2021. Today’s service was livestreamed from the sanctuary by a group of less than 10 worship leaders. Additional details are available on our website. Christ t...

"What if the Third Servant is the Hero?" (November 15, 2020)

November 16, 2020 00:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

We apologize for the poor audio quality this week - we were unable to remove the static sound from the audio track. Sunday, November 15, 2020 A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in our sanctuary with COVID-19 precautions in place. Additional details are available on our website. Twenty-Fourth Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 25:14-...

"My Light is for You, Your Light is for Me" (November 8, 2020)

November 08, 2020 20:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

NOTE: We experienced some technical difficulties with our sound system in worship today, so you may notice a change of volume mid-way through the sermon as Pastor Andrea switched to a different microphone. Sunday, November 8, 2020 A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in our sanctuary with COVID-19 precautions in place. Additional details are ...

"Blessings and Honor" (November 1, 2020)

November 01, 2020 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.17 MB

Sunday, November 1, 2020 A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in our sanctuary with COVID-19 precautions in place. Additional details are available on our website. All Saints Day Gospel: Matthew 5:1-12 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"Set Free to Re-Form" (October 25, 2020)

October 25, 2020 22:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MB

Sunday, October 25, 2020 A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in our sanctuary with COVID-19 precautions in place. Additional details are available on our website. Reformation Sunday Gospel: John 8:31-36 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"It All Belongs to God"

October 18, 2020 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.5 MB

Sunday, October 18, 2020 A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in our sanctuary with COVID-19 precautions in place. Additional details are available on our website. Twentieth Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 22:15-22 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"Where Grace Leads You"

October 14, 2020 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.7 MB

Sunday, October 11, 2020 A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. This podcast was recorded during Zion’s Confirmation celebration at 1pm on October 11, when Zion’s 9th graders affirmed their baptisms. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in our sanctuary with COVID-19 precautions in place. Additional details are available on our website. Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost Gospel:...

"Being Fruitful" - October 4, 2020

October 04, 2020 16:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Sunday, October 4, 2020 Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in our sanctuary with COVID-19 precautions in place. Additional details are available on our website. Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 21:33-46 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"Not Settling for Either/Or"

September 27, 2020 17:00 - 18 minutes - 12.9 MB

Sunday, September 27, 2020 A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in our sanctuary with COVID-19 precautions in place. Additional details are available on our website. Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 21:23-32 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"Grace Shared is Grace Doubled"

September 20, 2020 17:00 - 17 minutes - 12.1 MB

A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in our sanctuary with COVID-19 precautions in place. Additional details are available on our website. Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 20:1-16 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"Forgiveness: Unreasonable but Essential"

September 13, 2020 21:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

A video recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in our sanctuary with COVID-19 precautions in place. Additional details are available on our website. Fifteenth Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 18:21-35 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"The Gift of Belonging Makes the Work Worthwhile"

September 06, 2020 22:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in an outdoor, safe-distancing format. Additional details are available on our website. Fourteenth Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 18:15-20 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"The Craziness of the Gospel"

August 30, 2020 17:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in an outdoor, safe-distancing format. Additional details are available on our website. Thirteenth Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 15:21-28 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"Who Are You Saying He Is?"

August 23, 2020 22:00 - 14 minutes - 10 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in an outdoor, safe-distancing format. However, on August, our outdoor service was rained out and the worship was livestreamed from the sanctuary. Additional details are available on our website. Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 16: 13-20 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www....

"Holding Up a Mirror"

August 16, 2020 18:00 - 18 minutes - 13 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in an outdoor, safe-distancing format. However, on August, our outdoor service was rained out and the worship was livestreamed from the sanctuary. Additional details are available on our website. Eleventh Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 15:10-28 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.z...

"Courage in the Chaos"

August 09, 2020 18:00 - 16 minutes - 11.4 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in an outdoor, safe-distancing format. However, on August, our outdoor service was rained out and the worship was livestreamed from the sanctuary. Additional details are available on our website. Seventh Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 14:22-33 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zi...

"Next to Nothing" - August 2, 2020

August 02, 2020 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.66 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in an outdoor, safe-distancing format. Additional details are available on our website. Seventh Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 14:13-21 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"We've Got Growing to Do" - sermon for July 19, 2020

July 19, 2020 18:00 - 17 minutes - 12.4 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in an outdoor, safe-distancing format. Additional details are available on our website. Fifth Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"The Power of the Seed" - Sermon for July 12, 2020

July 12, 2020 18:00 - 13 minutes - 9.28 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. (The audio volume will really need to be turned up!) An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in an outdoor, safe-distancing format. Additional details are available on our website. Fifth Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 13:1-9, 18-23 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"Carrying the Load" - sermon for July 5, 2020

July 05, 2020 16:00 - 14 minutes - 9.91 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. (The audio volume will really need to be turned up!) An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in an outdoor, safe-distancing format. Additional details are available on our website. Fifth Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 11:16-19, 25-30(NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"Holy and Uncomfortable Space" - Sermon for June 28, 2020

June 28, 2020 17:00 - 16 minutes - 11.6 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. (The audio volume will really need to be turned up!) An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Zion has now resumed in-person worship services in an outdoor, safe-distancing format. Additional details are available on our website. Fourth Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 10:40-42 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"Check Your Plumb Line" - Sermon for June 21, 2020

June 21, 2020 15:00 - 10 minutes - 7.16 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to Covid-19 mitigation precautions, Zion has suspended in-person worship until further notice. Additional details are available on our website. Third Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 10:24-39 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org

"Compassion, Not a Stick" - Sermon for June 14, 2020

June 14, 2020 17:00 - 15 minutes - 10.8 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to Covid-19 mitigation precautions, Zion has suspended in-person worship until further notice. Additional details are available on our website. Second Sunday after Pentecost Gospel: Matthew 9:23-10:8 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"We Are Not Alone" - Sermon for May 17, 2020

May 31, 2020 16:00 - 10 minutes - 7.08 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to Covid-19 mitigation precautions, Zion has suspended in-person worship and activities until further notice. Additional details are available on our website. Sixth Sunday after Easter Gospel: John 14:15-21 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"What Shall We Say" - Sermon for May 31, 2020

May 31, 2020 16:00 - 10 minutes - 7.11 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to Covid-19 mitigation precautions, Zion has suspended in-person worship until further notice. Additional details are available on our website. Day of Pentecost Gospel: John 20:19-23 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"It's Not What You Know . . ." - Sermon for May 10, 2020

May 10, 2020 17:00 - 10 minutes - 7.2 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to Covid-19 mitigation precautions, Zion has suspended in-person worship and activities until further notice. Additional details are available on our website. Fifth Sunday after Easter Gospel: John 14:1-14 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"The Voice You Can Trust" - Sermon for May 3, 2020

May 07, 2020 18:00 - 10 minutes - 6.94 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to Covid-19 mitigation precautions, Zion has suspended in-person worship and activities until further notice. Additional details are available on our website. Fourth Sunday after Easter Gospel: John 10:1-10 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"What Makes it Hard to See Clearly" - Sermon for April 26, 2020

April 26, 2020 20:00 - 11 minutes - 7.72 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to Covid-19 mitigation precautions, Zion has suspended in-person worship and activities until further notice. Additional details are available on our website. Third Sunday after Easter Gospel: Luke 24:13-35 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"Physical Distancing and the Resurrected Christ"

April 21, 2020 00:00 - 11 minutes - 7.99 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to Covid-19 mitigation precautions, Zion has suspended in-person worship and activities until further notice. Additional details are available on our website. Good Friday Gospel: John 20:19-31 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"Even in this ... it IS Easter" - sermon for April 12, 2020

April 12, 2020 19:00 - 9 minutes - 6.53 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to Covid-19 mitigation precautions, Zion has suspended in-person worship and activities until further notice. Additional details are available on our website. Good Friday Gospel: John 20:1-18 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"Even in This" - Sermon for April 10, 2020

April 11, 2020 01:00 - 6 minutes - 4.58 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to Covid-19 mitigation precautions, Zion has suspended in-person worship and activities until further notice. Additional details are available on our website. Good Friday Gospel: John 18:1 - 19:42 (not included in the podcast) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"Love Consecrates the Humble Act" - Sermon for April 9, 2020

April 10, 2020 02:00 - 11 minutes - 8.15 MB

A recording of today's service is available on Facebook. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to Covid-19 mitigation precautions, Zion has suspended in-person worship and activities until further notice. Additional details are available on our website. Maundy Thursday Gospel: John 13:1-17, 21-35 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"Hosanna! Lord, Save Us" - Sermon for April 5, 2020

April 05, 2020 17:00 - 13 minutes - 9.62 MB

Today's service was also streamed via Facebook Live. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. Due to Covid-19 mitigation precautions, Zion has suspended in-person worship and activities until further notice. Additional details are available on our website. Palm Sunday Gospel: Matthew 21:1-11 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"A Time for Lament" - Sermon for March 29, 2020

March 29, 2020 17:00 - 20 minutes - 14 MB

Today's service was also streamed via Facebook Live. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. As of March 16, Zion has suspended in-person worship until further notice. Minnesota is under a "Stay at Home" order through April 10. Additional details are available on our website. Fifth Sunday in Lent Gospel: John 11:1-52 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

Midweek Lent Worship Speakers: Doug Midthun

March 29, 2020 16:00 - 18 minutes - 12.7 MB

During the Wednesdays in Lent, members of Zion Lutheran Church are sharing a part of their faith story with the congregation, and reflecting on our seasonal theme, "Wondrous Love." Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"Light in the Darkness" - Sermon for March 22, 2020

March 22, 2020 16:00 - 16 minutes - 11.3 MB

Today's service was also streamed via Facebook Live. An online bulletin with readings and responses is available to download. As of March 16, Zion has suspended in-person worship until further notice. Additional details are available on our website. Fourth Sunday in Lent Gospel: John 9:1-25 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"Physical and Spiritual Water" - Sermon for March 15, 2020

March 15, 2020 16:00 - 19 minutes - 13.4 MB

Third Sunday in Lent Today's service was also streamed via Facebook Live. March 14 Letter to the congregation regarding COVID-19. Gospel: John 4:5-42 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

Midweek Lent Worship Speakers: Karin Scruggs

March 12, 2020 01:00 - 15 minutes - 10.5 MB

During the Wednesdays in Lent, members of Zion Lutheran Church are sharing a part of their faith story with the congregation, and reflecting on our seasonal theme, "Wondrous Love." Gospel: Matthew 16:24-26 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"If-then or Because?" - Sermon for March 8, 2020

March 08, 2020 18:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

Second Sunday in Lent Gospel: John 3:1-17 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

Midweek Lent Worship Speakers: Mackenzie Jones

March 05, 2020 02:00 - 15 minutes - 10.6 MB

During the Wednesdays in Lent, members of Zion Lutheran Church are sharing a part of their faith story with the congregation, and reflecting on our seasonal theme, "Wondrous Love." Gospel: Matthew 4:23-25 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"Lead us Not into Temptation" - Sermon for March 1, 2020

March 01, 2020 19:00 - 12 minutes - 8.42 MB

First Sunday in Lent Gospel: Matthew 4:1-11 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"The Trouble with Big Deals" - sermon for February 26, 2020

February 27, 2020 02:00 - 13 minutes - 9.43 MB

Ash Wednesday Gospel: Matthew 6:1-6, 16-21 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"A Time and Space to Listen" - Sermon for February 23, 2020

February 23, 2020 18:00 - 14 minutes - 10.1 MB

The podcast returns after a two-week hiatus. (Zion's worship was cancelled due to a snow storm on February 9, and on February 16 Pastor Andrea was away for bereavement leave following the death of her mother.) Transfiguration Sunday Gospel: Matthew 17:1-9 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

"Listening for the Spirit" - Sermon for February 2, 2020

February 02, 2020 21:00 - 17 minutes - 11.8 MB

Presentation of our Lord Gospel: Luke 2: 22-40 (NRSV) Zion Lutheran Church of Lake Crystal, MN (ELCA) www.zionluthlakecrystal.org www.facebook.com/zionlakecrystal

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