January 8, 2023
Join us for worship on January 8, 2023. The sermon is by Dr. Zieman, based on Matthew 2:1-12. Music is provided by Bill Ritchie, double bass; Kristi Treu, piano; and Annette White, organ.
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Bulletin for January 8, 2023 Worship Service
Livestream at 9:00 a.m.
GATHERING IN GOD’S NAME
PRELUDE
“Spiegel im Spiegel” (9:00) Arvo Pärt
As the prelude begins, you are invited to begin your personal preparation for worship.
SILENT MEDITATION
“Our job is to love others without stopping to inquire whether or not they are worthy. That is not our business, and, in fact, it is nobody’s business. What we are asked to do is to love, and this love itself will render both ourselves and our neighbors worthy.” – Thomas Merton
CALL TO WORSHIP
Arise, shine; for our light has come! The glory of the Lord has risen upon us.
Jesus Christ is the light of the world.
Let us kneel down before him to give him honor, glory and praise
Jesus Christ is the light of the world
Let us offer him all the treasures of our hearts and our lives
Jesus Christ is the light of the world.
PRAISE AND ADORATION
*OPENING HYMN
#150 “As with Gladness Men of Old” DIX
(*Please stand, if you are able.)
CALL TO CONFESSION
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
God of Glory, you sent Jesus among us as the light of the world, to reveal your love for all people. We confess that we have ignored others. We turn away from the poor, we ignore cries for justice, we do not strive for peace. In your mercy, cleanse us of our sin, and pour out the gifts of your Spirit to renew us.
SILENT PRAYERS OF CONFESSION
KYRIE ELEISON
(#434) “Restore in Us, O God” BAYLOR
ASSURANCE OF PARDON
*GLORIA PATRI
(#447) “We Are Forgiven” WE ARE FORGIVEN
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
OLD TESTAMENT READING
Isaiah 60: 1-6 page 602 of the pew Bible
These verses are traditionally read as fulfilled in the visit of the Magi
FELLOWSHIP OF PRAYER
JOYS AND CONCERNS
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
The Lord’s Prayer
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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen.
PROCLAMATION OF GOD’S WORD
SCRIPTURE READING
Matthew 2: 1-12 page 783 of the pew Bible
Pastor: This is the Word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.
SERMON
“The First Question for the New Year” Dr. Zieman
*HYMN OF PRAISE
#152 “What Star Is This, with Beams So Bright” PUER NOBIS NASCITUR
RECEPTION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS
OFFERTORY
“The Sussex Mummers’ Christmas Carol” (9:00) Percy Grainger
“Christ, Be Born in Us” (11:10) Kyle Pederson
THE SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER
INVITATION TO THE LORD’S TABLE
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH
The 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 Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic Church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen.
*DOXOLOGY
(#609) “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” LASST UNS ERFREUEN
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow. Praise God, all creatures high and low.
Alleluia, alleluia! Praise God, in Jesus fully known; Creator, Word, and Spirit one.
Alleluia, alleluia! Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia!
THE WORDS OF INSTITUTION
THE SERVING OF THE BREAD
THE CUP OF THE NEW COVENANT
COMMUNION ANTHEM
“La Captive” (9:00) Amy Beach
We bless you, O God, for your gifts of bread and cup, and for sustaining us in hope every day of our lives. We pray for your strength as we prepare to serve you and your world. We offer to you lives of witness and worship in this world you have made. Through Christ our Lord. Amen.
*HYMN OF DEDICATION
#159 “O Sing a Song of Bethlehem” KINGSFOLD
*CHARGE AND BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE
“Trumpet Tune” Tommaso Albinoni
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