Service of Divine Worship

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1 Service of Divine Worship Holy Communion Epiphany of the Lord January 6, 2019 Assemble in God s Name As you Focus For Worship God of the stars, whose guidance is always available to those who look up and listen, speak to us now. We are troubled by many things. Break into our thoughts to reveal great joy at the heart of life, that we may worship wholeheartedly, offer you our best, and lead others to the discoveries of faith. Amen. 1 Welcome and Proclamation of the Good News Prelude We Three Kings arr. J Raney Hallelujah Ringers Call To Worship Arise and shine, your light has come! The glory of God has risen upon us. Now the grace of God is ours. Now the mystery is revealed. 2 Let us worship God. * Hymn No. 37 Infant Holy, Infant Lowly Prayer of Confession God of light, we admit our retreat into the shadows of pretension and exclusion. How often we choose to associate with people who are like us and then look down on others who differ from us. It is easier to discover their sins than to admit our own. We judge the poor and join their oppressors, while you call us to identify with those in need, that all may prosper together. We imagine that we alone are faithful stewards of your grace, while you welcome, as fellow saints with us, many whom we ignore. Save us from our earthbound judgments, that we may look up and be guided by the star that draws all people to yourself. Awed by your forgiving presence, we fall down to worship you. 1 (Silent Personal Prayer) Assurance of Pardon Lift up your eyes to see the glory of God. Receive light and healing. God has come to dwell in us and among us. Let your hearts rejoice and your faces be radiant. 1 Thanks be to God. In Jesus Christ we are forgiven. * Song of Joy Hymn No. 40 v-4 Joy to the World He rules the world with truth and grace, And makes the nations prove The glories of His righteousness, And wonders of His love, And wonders of His love, And wonders, wonders of His love. * The Peace ( The Peace of the Lord be with you. And also with you. As a sign of reconciliation please share the Peace of Christ with your brothers and sisters.) Proclaim God s Word Prayer For Illumination Gracious God, we do not live by bread alone, but by every word that comes from your mouth. Make us hungry for this heavenly food, that it may nourish us today in the ways of eternal life; through Jesus Christ, the bread of heaven. Amen. 3 Gospel Lesson Matthew 2:1-12 Children's Time Susie Faas Ministry of Music See the Glowing Star H. Kemp Joyful Noise Singers Sermon Can You See the Star? Kevin Stainton * Hymn No. 69 O Morning Star, How Fair and Bright (Joy and Concern Cards will be collected during this hymn.) Respond to God s Word Life Together Presentation of Our Tithes and Gifts to God Offertory March of the Kings E. Campbell Heritage Choir * Doxology (Page 592) * Prayer of Dedication The Sacrament of the Lord s Supper The Sacrament of The Lord s Supper * Affirmation of Faith The Apostles Creed (Traditional) p 14 * The Invitation to the Lord s Table Joys and Concerns Great Prayer of Thanksgiving and The Lord s Prayer The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them up to the Lord.

2 Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. Holy Lord, Father almighty, everlasting God... The Bread This is my body broken for you. (Please partake of the bread individually as you are served.) The Cup This cup is the new covenant sealed in my blood. (Please hold the cup until all are served.) Extended Communion Servers Come Forward Prayer * Hymn No. 66 We Three Kings of Orient Are * Benediction * Postlude Rise Up, Shepherd, and Follow arr. M. Hayes * Those who are able may stand. Tween s and Youth - Let the fun begin! Tweens, Junior High and Senior High Youth Groups resume this evening, January 6 th. Invite a friend, and come join us for fellowship, learning, fun, and food. Tweens and Junior High 4:30 pm 6:30 pm Dinner for all at 6:00 pm Senior High 6:30 8:15 pm Church Office: Fax: Preschool: Worship: 10:15 a.m. Sunday School (for all ages): 9:00 a.m. Associate Pastor Kelsey Hawisher-Faul Children s Ministry Director Susie Faas Office Administrator Karen Carter Youth Administrator Rhonda Peischl Director of Music Ministries Karen Mail Accompanist/Organist Sarah J. Baker Preschool Director Christal Banks Business Manager Susan Brose Custodian Tracey Rathweg Nursery Coordinator Samantha Schumacher office@hpcmason.org web site: 1 Reprinted by permission, Gatheredby Love, by Lavon Bayler, 2001 by United Church Press 2 from Call to Worship, Year C, Volume Office of Theology and Worship Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) 3 Reprinted by permission from Book of Common Worship, 1993 Westminister John Knox Press 10:15 a.m. Worship 9:00 a.m. Sunday School (for all ages) HERITAGE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 6546 S. Mason-Montgomery Rd., Mason, Ohio Phone Fax hpcmason.org Kevin Stainton, Pastor Kelsey Hawisher-Faul, Associate Pastor

3 Sunday, January 6, 2019 SUN 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Confirmation Class [Meeting w/ Youth & Parents] 10:15 a.m. Worship/ Communion/ Epiphany 4:30 p.m. Tweens/ Jr. High Youth [dinner at 6:00 p.m.] 6:30 p.m. Sr. High Youth 6:30 p.m. Pack 750 Committee MON The Lunch Bunch will not meet at Perkins this month. 2:30 p.m. Mason Health Care Center 6:30 p.m. Pack 750 Cub Scouts 6:30 p.m. Session TUE 3:30 p.m. Mars Hill Jump Rope Team Practice 6:00 p.m. Sigma Chi WED 7:30 a.m. Men s Bible Study 9:00 a.m. Hope Circle 5:00 p.m. Kids of the Kingdom 5:45 p.m. Food & Faith 6:15 p.m. Sing/ Ring 7:30 p.m. Heritage Choir THU 11:00 a.m. Bible Study 3:30 p.m. Mars Hill Jump Rope Team Practice 6:45 p.m. Troop 750 7:00 p.m. Halleluiah Ringers 8:00 p.m. Heritage Bells 8:15 p.m. Men s Fellowship FRI SAT 8:00 a.m. Youth Ski Trip/ Perfect North 8:30 a.m. Officer Training 8:00 p.m. A.A. SUN 9:00 a.m. Sunday School 9:00 a.m. Confirmation Class 10:15 a.m. Worship/ Baptism of the Lord 11:30 a.m. Guiding Team 4:30 p.m. Tweens/ Jr. High Youth [dinner at 6:00 p.m.] 6:30 p.m. Sr. High Youth 7:00 p.m. Examination of Officers Greeter Sandy White Worship Leader Susan Brose Wee Worship Birthdays This Week Marshall Bean, Jackie Pinkowski, Hana Sobieski, Patrick Reenan, Jo Marggrander, Judy Spraley and Miyu Sobieski Sanctuary Flowers The flowers in the sanctuary this morning are from the Probel family, in memory of Todd's father, Edwin Probel. Prayer List baby Marshall Hayslip (son of Jenn & Josh Hayslip)(grandson of Greg & Rhonda Peischl) Continued Prayers for Dave Anson, Don Betz, Richard Grisham, June Hill (Hospice Otterbein), Gert Ramp, Merideth Rought, Roger Rude, Paul Schmidt, Beth Schumacher, Max Stainton, Teresa Stanford, Betty Weaver, Ted Dingler (father of Laura Jensen) and Michele Wagoner (sister of Karen Moye). Call the church office, , to request the prayer chain be started. In Memoriam Prayers and sympathy are extended to the family of Edwin Probel (father of Todd Probel), who passed away on December 15, Coffee Mug Ministry Janet Clifford Brown Intercessory Prayer Beecher Presbyterian Church Attendance 144 Wee Worship Leaders Each Sunday, our youngest worshippers, age 3 5 attend a time of worship, story, craft, and snack following the Children s Message. Could you serve for 1 or 2 sessions this year? Curriculum, training, and eager children provided. Please sign up in the Atrium or contact susie.faas@hpcmason.org for further information.

4 MLK CELEBRATION at CARMEL PRESBYTERIAN The Presbytery of Cincinnati s celebration of Martin Luther King s life and ministry will be held at Carmel Presbyterian 3549 Reading Rd, Cincinnati, on Sunday, January 20 th at 4:00 p.m. Carmel and Heritage have a long history together and we are trying to build some relationships with the Carmel members. Attending this celebration would be a great way to honor King s memory, learn about his work, worship God and make friends. Please plan to join in the festivities. IHN Homeless Hosting Sunday, January 27 thru Sunday, February 2, 2019 Your Help in Needed! Is there a better way to respond to the grace of God, than by providing food and shelter to the homeless in our own community? We are now taking sign-ups in the Atrium for helpers. HPC will be hosting homeless families 10/21/18 thru 10/28/18. You will see lots of different ways on the board where you can participate. Most of them take only a couple of hours of your time or less. An IHN week is truly a case where many hands make light work. Please check the sign-up board (in the atrium) to see how you can lend a hand. SAVE-THE-DATE Presbytery Youth Committee s Winter Retreat! Feb. 1-2, 2019 (Friday to Saturday) The facilitator is Joey Taylor from Bespoken Live! The retreat is open to senior high youth and will be held at Lakeside PC. MARK YOUR CALENDARS! YOUTH GROUP SKIING/TUBING DAY At PERFECT NORTH January 12, am - 7pm Sign up in the Atrium. Drivers & Chaperones needed too! Sign Up HERE: bit.ly/hpctransportation Either type the link into your internet browser, OR use your phone s camera to scan the QR code. WE NEED DRIVERS! Our congregation has a few members who love to come to church on Sunday, but need a ride. Are you willing to help? If you have questions, contact Sandy White (Deacon) at fouriron7@gmail.com

5 Kids of the Kingdom Come on down! The second semester of Kids of the Kingdom will begin Wednesday January 9 th 5:00 7:15 pm Come join us on Wednesday nights for fun, friends, food, music, games, and time with God. Kids of the Kingdom welcomes children in grades K -3. We meet each Wednesday for games, followed by dinner, crafts, hand bells and choir. Mark your calendar, invite a friend, and come join us! We have a great time together. Heritage Presbyterian Preschool Registration School Year Heritage Presbyterian Preschool will begin enrollment for the school year starting in January The registration process has changed for next year. Class request forms for the preschool year will be available the week of December 17 th online ( or outside the preschool office. Heritage Preschool offers classes for 2 ½, 3, 4, and 5-year-old children. Classes will be filled by lottery in the following order: * Currently enrolled students from January 7 th to January 11 th * Church members and alumni from January 14 th to January 18 th * Members of the community during Open House on January 20 th All forms must include a $100 registration fee to be eligible for the lottery. If you need additional information or have any questions, please contact Christal Banks, Preschool Director: Christal.banks@hpcmason.org Guests and Newcomers We extend to you a warm welcome. Please help us become acquainted by using the visitor tag and introducing yourself to the pastor. If you are looking for a church home, or have a special or spiritual need, please speak with one of the pastors. Parents With Young Children Nursery is available for infants through age two. Wee Worship is available in room 9, for children ages 3-kindergarten following the Children s Time. Worship Activity Bags are available in the atrium for children ages 3-6 and Ask an usher for one and return the bag in the box provided when worship is over. Large Print Bulletins, Hymnals, Bibles and Hearing Receivers are available. Please ask an usher to assist you. Race in America The persistence of racial discord in the United States, long after the Civil Rights movement of the Sixties, has many of us shaking our heads. We wonder what we as individuals and as Christians can do to help bring about racial justice in America and just help everyone get along. The issue is complex and for many Americans confusing and disconcerting. However, as Christians we have a calling to be ambassadors of reconciliation. To equip us for this role and to help us work through some of our own feelings, small groups will gather to discuss two books on the subject. Waking Up White by Debby Irving is about Irving s dawning realization that we live in a racialized culture and what she as a white American can and should do about it. The other book is Anxious to Talk About It by Presbyterian Pastor Carolyn Helsel. She explores the reason why so many white folks become anxious when talking about race and offers ways to help us engage in those conversations. If you are interested in either of these books please see Karen Stine, Mick Gorsek, Leslie Dauer-Creek, Jeremy Schumm, Debbie Hamann or Neil Stewart.