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1 Liturgy at Holy Trinity Lutheran Church January 7, am The Epiphany Of Our Lord Liturgy at Holy Trinity In the Loop Epiphany means manifestation. On this day we celebrate three great epiphanies: the magi s adoration of the Christ child, Jesus baptism in the Jordan River, and his first miracle, in which he changes water into wine. The word and sacraments are for us the great epiphany of God s grace and mercy. We go forth to witness to the light that shines brightly in our midst.

2 Prelude From Heaven Above To Earth I Come J. S. Bach ( ) Gathering Hymn Greeting Help Us Create SACRED SPACE by powering down Please do not use cell phones and other electronic devices. GATHERING The ringing of the meditation bowl calls us to silence, centering and reflection as we prepare for worship. Please feel free to use the kneelers to kneel for silent prayer before the liturgy or after receiving communion. Toward the end of the introduction to the hymn, please stand as you are able. Turn to face the cross as it enters; you may bow as the cross passes, honoring the mystery of our salvation. INCENSE used in festive processions, adds the sense of smell in worship and shows the significance of our bodies and all of God s creation. The clouds of incense represent purification and the rising of our prayers. Used in many religions, incense has roots in both Judaism and Christianity. #300 The First Noel Stanza 3 High Voices/Women Stanza 4 Low Voices/Men The presiding minister bows toward the assembly which is the body of Christ and the primary symbol of God s presence in the liturgy. We give thanks on this holy day, a day adorned with epiphanies: for the star that led the magi to the manger, that the nations may see the light of Christ; for the water turned to wine at Cana s wedding, that the people taste the goodness of the Lord; for the baptism of our Lord Jesus in the Jordan, that the Christ would save us all. This is the day that the Lord has made, alleluia, we will rejoice and be glad in it, alleluia. The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you. [2]

3 Canticle of Praise Fairer Than The Sun At Morning Text: French carol; tr. H.F. Henry The Crown of Jesus Music, 1864 Music: GLORIA, French carol Let us pray Amen. ~ be seated ~ Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. WORD Prayer of the Day Introduction Reading Matthew 2:1-12 [3]

4 Carol We Three Kings ~please stand as you are able~ Stanza 1 All; Stanzas 2-4 Soloists; All Sing Refrains Children s Message Reading Mark 1:4-11 Hymn Text: John Henry Hopkins Jr., , alt. Music: THREE KINGS OF ORIENT, John Henry Hopkins Jr. ~please be seated~ Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. ~please stand, as you are able~ #304 Christ, When For Us You Were Baptized [4]

5 Assembly response: We do. Renunciation of Evil HOLY BAPTISM Do you believe in God the Father? I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? I believe in Jesus Christ, God s 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 to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. Presentation Profession of Faith Thanksgiving At The Font [5]

6 Baptism After the baptism the following is sung twice: Clothing with a White Robe Laying on of Hands Signing with the Cross Presentation of a Candle Welcome Hymn Jesus Come, For We Invite You Let us welcome the newly baptized. We welcome you into the body of Christ and the mission we share; join us in giving thanks and praise to God and bearing God s creative and redeeming word to all the world. (continued on next page) [6]

7 Text: Christopher Idle, b.1938, 1982 Jubilate Hymns, admin. Hope Publishing Company. ~please be seated~ Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. Reading John 2:1-11 Hymn When Christ s Appearing Was Made Known Text: Coelius Sedulius, c. 5 th cent; tr. John M. Neale, , alt. Music: WINCHESTER NEW, Georg Wittwe s Musikalisch Handbuch, 1690 ~please stand as you are able~ After each petition: Lord, in your mercy, hear our prayer. The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. [7] Prayers of Intercession Peace The assembly is invited to share God s peace with one another saying, Peace be with you, or similar words.

8 Offering Offertory Anthem Shepherds, Run Along Trad. Polish Carol, arr. Stephen Mager Great Thanksgiving The thanksgiving includes the following: ~ be seated ~ MEAL If this is your first time, or if you have been attending awhile and would like to get to know us better, please fill out the welcome slip in the pew and place it in the offering plate. Today s loose offering is designated for the Night Ministry. Checks and envelope offerings support Holy Trinity s overall ministry unless designated otherwise. Shepherds, run along and bring your pipes to play! On your way to Bethlehem without delay! Haste ye to the manger lowly; come and see the Holy Child, Jesus mild. There upon the hills surrounding Bethlehem came an angel messenger with news for them: Glory to God in heaven, to us a Son is given: heav nly birth, peace on earth! ~ please stand as you are able ~ Preface It is indeed right, our duty and our joy, that we should at all times and in all places give thanks and praise to you, almighty and merciful God, through our Savior Jesus Christ. By the leading of a star he was shown forth to all nations; in the waters of the Jordan you proclaimed him your beloved Son; and in the miracle of water turned to wine he revealed your glory. And so, with all the choirs of angels, with the church on earth and the hosts of heaven, we praise your name and join their unending hymn: [8]

9 Holy, Holy Eucharistic Prayer Memorial Acclamation The spoken responses during the Eucharistic Prayer echo the presiding minister. Great Amen The Lord s Prayer As a sign of openness to the divine presence, you may join the presider in praying the Our Father with the ancient gesture of extended hands. [9]

10 Breaking of the Bread (please remain standing) Text: Christopher Wordsworth, , alt. Music: SALZBURG, Jakob Hintze, Communion Communion Anthems The Work Of Christmas Dan Forrest (b. 1978) ~ please be seated ~ All are welcome at Christ's table, including children. Bread is received in the hands. Wine is received either by drinking from the (silver) common cup, or by saving the bread and dipping it in the second (glass) cup. Gluten-free wafers are available from the presiding minister. Those not communing may come forward for a blessing, keeping your hands folded over your chest. For those unable to consume either wine or bread, communion is received fully in either element alone. Please feel free to use the kneelers to kneel for silent prayer after receiving communion. [10] When the song of the angels is stilled, when the star in the sky is gone, when the kings and princes are home, when the shepherds are back with their flock,

11 the work of Christmas begins: to find the lost, to heal the broken, to feed the hungry, to release the prisoner, to rebuild the nations; to bring peace among the people, to make music from the heart. (Text: Howard Thurman) Be a candle of hope, be a candle of light, A beacon of truth in a dark, hopeless night. Share the light with a friend and watch the flame grow. The more light we give, the more love we'll know. When you light another candle, you keep your light, but give it away. Yet the flame grows even brighter as the darkness turns into day. ~ please stand ~ SENDING Having heard the word and shared the eucharist, we are sent to live our baptism through words and deeds, making known the love of Christ, and working for justice and peace in our families, communities, and world. Turn to face the cross as it recesses, you may bow as it passes, honoring the mystery of our salvation. #302 As With Gladness Men of Old Stanza 3 Low Voices (Men) Stanza 4 High Voices (Women) Go in peace. Let your light shine. Thanks be to God! Following the liturgy, several things happen simultaneously: some folks greet one another and converse; others listen to the organ postlude; and others move to the rear of the nave for refreshments and social time. Be A Candle Of Hope Becky Slagle Mayo Silence Prayer Sending Hymn Sending Postlude See The Eastern Sky Puerto Rican Carol Setting: Michael Burkhardt (b. 1957) [11]

12 Today we welcome in baptism: Elinor Ruth Uhrina Parents: Joe & Marissa Uhrina Sponsors: Stefanie Uhrina & Andrew Wold SERVING IN TODAY S LITURGIES PRESIDING MINISTER Pr. Michelle Sevig MINISTER OF MUSIC David Brackley ASSISTING MINISTER Ken Duckmann CRUCIFER Justin Stewart INCENSE BEARER Molly Beran SACRISTAN Julie Sevig COMMUNION ASSISTANTS Michael Schnell, Patty Erickson, Drew Bradle MEDITATION BELL Julie Sevig YOUTH LEADERS Amanda Fanale, Micah Cisneros, Peder Sevig, Molly Moran, Grant Peterson, Megan Moran, Cassie Moran, Parker Spalla Kyla Cisneros, Ellie Stang, Jake Johnson, Reid Peterson ACOLYTE TORCHBEARERS Kyla Cisneros, Ben Strickler WELCOME HOSPITALITY Michael Fustin & Paul Hickey, Adam Damerow, Karen Swanson ALTAR GUILD Drew Bradle BREAD BAKER, COFFEE HOSPITALITY Ken Duckmann NEWS AND NOTES Fair Trade Sales Next Sunday Fair Trade coffee, chocolate, and other products will be for sale following the liturgy. [12]

13 Coffee Hospitality Hosts and 2018 Flower Sponsorship Signups Signup sheets for coffee hospitality hosts and flower sponsorships are in the narthex (entryway). More information about each opportunity is available on the signup sheet. Book Group January 15 Eat, Drink, Read. The first book group meeting of the new year will be Monday, January 15 at 7:30 PM at Ignoble Wine Bar, 2417 N Clybourn. We'll be discussing I Am Malala by Malala Yousafzai, the amazing true story of the Pakistani girl shot by the Taliban for defending girls' rights to an education. If you like to read ahead, we'll be discussing A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles in February. Please join us, whether or not you have time to read the book! Mission Endowment Fund Grants + Applications Due January 16 Holy Trinity's Mission Endowment Committee is pleased to announce for the fourth year in a row the availability of a small number of grants that will extend our commitment to and support of mission beyond our congregation. Registered charities qualified under IRS 501(c)(3) are eligible to apply for grants of up to $1,500 with the endorsement and signature of a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. The grant deadline for 2018 annual grants is January 16, For more information and to download an application for, visit htchicago.org/endowment. Any questions which are not answered by reading the form may be directed to Barbara Wahler, Mission Endowment Fund Committee Chair, at ribitmsw2004@yahoo.com. Service Opportunities Serve a Meal at The Crib + Saturday, January pm Volunteers from Holy Trinity will prepare (at HTLC, enter at 3609 N. Magnolia doors) then serve a meal at The Crib youth shelter (at Lakeview Lutheran, 835 W Addison). We need volunteers to provide food items, cook, and serve the meal. To sign up and find more information, head to serve.htchicago.org, or speak to Ken Duckmann. Serve At The Lakeview Pantry + Thursday, January :30pm Holy Trinity volunteers assist with working the pantry counter, restocking food, repacking bulk foods, sorting clothing and other various jobs that may be needed on the last Thursday of each month at 5:30pm. Sign up online: serve.htchicago.org, or speak to James Perez. Parents Night Out January 20 Drop your kids off and have a Parents Night Out! + Next Session: Saturday, January 20 from 4-7 p.m. + Cost: $10.00 per family (covers food) + Ages: infant 12 (limit of 16 children) If you are interested, contact Paulina Heilbrunn (paores@gmail.com). You will need to fill out a Child Entry Form if it s your first time. [13]

14 Spirituality Night Last Monday of the month, 7:00 8:30 pm. First meeting: January 29. Join with others to deepen your spiritual life and awareness of God s presence in everyday life. Each session will focus on a theme from Benedictine/monastic spirituality such as transformation, stability, work, listening, hospitality, moderation, beauty, and compassion. We will also consider spiritual practices such as centering prayer, lectio divina, journaling, walking, cooking, liturgical prayer, and sabbath/retreat. Led by Pr. Craig Mueller who is currently a candidate for an oblate at St. John s Abbey in Collegville, MN. Oblates seek to live the rule of St. Benedict in their daily lives. The sessions will also be drawn from an introductory course in spiritual formation that Pr. Mueller taught at LSTC several years ago. A minimum of eight persons are needed. Please the office (office@htchicago.org) to sign-up. Annual Meeting of the Congregation Mark your calendars now and plan to attend the Annual Meeting of the Congregation on Sunday, February 4 following the 11am service. + Bring a dish to share for the potluck lunch. Holy Trinity Spring Retreat: Save the Date With the Earth and All Its Creatures Friday evening, May 4 late Saturday afternoon, May 5 Loyola Retreat and Ecology Center; Woodstock, IL Come away to reflect on our baptismal call to care for the earth. Considering the perspectives of justice, liturgy, and spirituality, the retreat will be led by Aana Vigen, Ben Stewart, and Craig Mueller. Loyola University s Retreat and Ecology Campus is located near Woodstock, IL, an hour and a half northwest of Chicago. It is an ecologically friendly campus with 100 acres of prairies, savannas, woodlands, wetlands, and ponds. Meals are created from scratch and use only locally sourced and fresh ingredients. The retreat will provide space for conversation, worship, rest time together and alone as you choose. The cost of $100 includes dorm-style room (private shower down the hall), breakfast, lunch, and meeting room costs. More information to follow. Commemorations For The Week January 9 + Adrian of Canterbury, teacher, died around 710 African by birth, Adrian (or Hadrian) worked with Theodore, archbishop of Canterbury, in developing the church in England. He was director of a school at which church leaders were trained. [14]

15 POINSETTIAS & GREENS SPONSORS The Ashby family, in Memory of Delores Ische Mark & Amy Avery, in loving memory of Andrew John Avery Molly Beran, in memory of Wayne Thell. Richard Bough and David Easterbrook, in memory of Anthony J. Resiman Richard Boyum, in honor of Joyce and Orville Hegseth Thomas Braham, in memory of Liz Kulkarni & Phil Scheuermann Rich Campbell, with thanks for God s many blessings Sandra Cline, in honor of Carol & Ryan LaHurd, Kevin Strickland, and Robby Saner Kerry Fleming, in memory of Mr. and Mrs. C. J. Fleming Philip Francis, in memory of Maebeth Francis Michael Fustin and Paul Hickey, in memory of Sylda Hickey & Jo Ann C. Fustin Andy Halvorson, in thanksgiving for the blessings of 2017 Lynn Horn, in thanksgiving for his Holy Trinity family Tony and Geraldine Kruse, in memory of Mike Kruse Ryan and Carol LaHurd, in thanksgiving for their children and grandchildren, especially Anaya Yasmeen born December 5 Camille and James Licklider, in Memory of Jerry Licklider, Laurice Daum, and in thanksgiving for the Sunday School teachers Dan McAdams and Rebecca Pallmeyer, in memory of Millie McAdams Mike and Patrice Macken, in celebration of their family James Perez and Ken Duckmann, in memory of Alvaro and Marta Miranda (grandparents), Ken and Lillian Duckmann (grandparents), Charly Jakobsen (grandmother), and Ken Duckmann, Jr. (father) Tim and Janelle Peterson, in memory of Carol and Len Peterson Dawn Roscoe, in memory of Wilma Roscoe Andrea Schaller, in memory of Theresia Schaller Becky Sims, in thanksgiving for Hope and Blake s birthdays Julie and Michelle Sevig in thanksgiving for their children Peder, Oliver and Annika Laura and Tom Spalla, in celebration of the birthday of Jesus Deborah Stevens, in memory of John C. Else, Jr.; John C. Else, III; and Matilda Stevens Kent and Lora Swanson, in honor of their mothers, Valerie Swanson and Blanche Brauns Ernest Vasseur and Craig Mueller, in thanksgiving for the talented staff of Holy Trinity Dinah Wayne, in memory of Mary-Ann Wayne Karol Weigelt, in memory of Claire Evans Karol Weigelt and David Stahl, in thanksgiving for all their family, past and present, & future, and God s many blessings Peter Wong, in thanksgiving for God s blessings [15]

16 [16] NEWCOMER OR FIRST TIME? WELCOME! + Whoever you are, wherever you're from, whatever the color of your skin, whomever you love or marry, or whatever your feelings about religion or spirituality, you are welcome here. + Please fill out a yellow slip in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate. + More information on Holy Trinity, Lutheranism, worship practices, marriage and baptisms at the welcome table. + To families with small children: We are glad you are here! If your child needs a break from the service, feel free to walk to the narthex/back of the church. Nursery: open 8:45am - 12:15pm Use the garden entrance on Addison; nursery is inside the door. Special children's bulletins are on a table at the back of the church. + Sunday School for children ages 4-12: Children age 4-12 are invited to join us for Sunday school each week. We begin promptly at 10am. Children age 4 through grade 2 meet upstairs in Passavant Hall. Children grades 3-6 meet in the Spiritual Life Center. Contact Pastor Sevig (msevig@htchicago.org) if you have any questions. Holy Trinity: Lakeview 1218 W. Addison Street office@htchicago.org Holy Trinity: Loop 637 S. Dearborn Street info@htloop.org holytrinitychicago.org STAFF Lead Pastor Craig Mueller cmueller@htchicago.org Associate Pastor Michelle Sevig msevig@htchicago.org Assistant Pastor (HTLoop) Ben Adams badams@htchicago.org Minister of Music David Brackley dbrackley@htchicago.org Administrator (Communications, Worship, and Community Life) Beau Surratt office@htchicago.org Music Assistant Ayriole Frost music@htchicago.org Assistant Organist John Weit Administrator (Finance and Building) Paul Strome pstrome@htchicago.org Nursery Attendant Audrey Frost Seminarians Paisley Le Roy Ian Frei