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1 8:15 AM De F nd, Welcome to our parish community! We are thrilled to have you with us. Your presence at Messiah Church is a true treasure and we open our hearts to you with a deep sense of hospitality. We hope that you will make yourself at home. Please get involved in whatever catches your attention and imagination. Even more so, please share with us whatever gift and talent that you bring to Messiah. Please fill out the Welcome Card found in the pew pocket if you would like to be contacted by me or by the office. May you and your loved ones know the rich blessings of our loving God. Past Jef Vn H N C Is available Sunday from 8:00-9:30 *+ and 10:20-11:45 *+ for ages infant - 6 years old, downstairs Nursery. Secure sign-in, parent pagers available. Third Sunday aer Epiphany January 27, 2019

2 O+,-,. H0, ELW Red Book #858 G2-,. K- Praise To The Lord, the Almighty P D Pastor: Let us pray... Congregation: Amen. F-2 R ;-,. Nehemiah 8: 5-6, 8-10 And Ezra opened the book in the sight of all the people, for he was standing above all the people; and when he opened it, all the people stood up. Then Ezra blessed the L9:;, the great God, and all the people answered, Amen, Amen, lifting up their hands. Then they bowed their heads and worshipped the L9:; with their faces to the ground. So they read from the book, from the law of God, with interpretation. They gave the sense, so that the people understood the reading. And 2 continues on page 3

3 Nehemiah, who was the governor, and Ezra the priest and scribe, and the Levites who taught the people said to all the people, This day is holy to the L9:; your God; do not mourn or weep. For all the people wept when they heard the words of the law. Then he said to them, Go your way, eat the fat and drink sweet wine and send portions of them to those for whom nothing is prepared, for this day is holy to our L9:;; and do not be grieved, for the joy of the L9:; is your strength. Reader: Congregation: P =0 The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. S>5,; R ;-,. 1 Corinthians 12: 12-13,27-31 For just as the body is one and has many members, and all the members of the body, though many, are one body, so it is with Christ. For in the one Spirit we were all baptized into one body, Jews or Greeks, slaves or free, and we were all made to drink of one Spirit. Now you are the body of Christ and individually members of it. And God has appointed in the church first apostles, second prophets, third teachers; then deeds of power, then gifts of healing, forms of assistance, forms of leadership, various kinds of tongues. Are all apostles? Are all prophets? Are all teachers? Do all work miracles? Do all possess gifts of healing? Do all speak in tongues? Do all interpret? But strive for the greater gifts. And I will show you a still more excellent way. 3

4 Reader: Congregation: The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. G5+= A>>= 0 2-5, H5= G5+= Luke 4:14-21 Then Jesus, filled with the power of the Spirit, returned to Galilee, and a report about him spread through all the surrounding country. He began to teach in their synagogues and was praised by everyone. When he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, he went to the synagogue on the Sabbath day, as was his custom. He stood up to read, and the scroll of the prophet Isaiah was given to him. He unrolled the scroll and found the place where it was written: The Spirit of the Lord is upon me, because he has anointed me to bring good news to the poor. He has sent me to proclaim release to the captives and recovery of sight to the blind, to let the oppressed go free, to proclaim the year of the Lord s favor. And he rolled up the scroll, gave it back to the attendant, and sat down. The eyes of all in the synagogue were fixed on him. Then he began to say to them, Today this scripture has been fulfilled in your hearing. 4

5 Pastor: The Gospel of the Lord. Congregation: Praise to you, O Christ. T7 H50-= P*FG9: JHII V*K;HK HHLMHN P 56 I,2>-5, All Respond after each prayer: Leader: All: S-., 56 P > Greet one another with: Peace be with you. T7 O66-,. ELW Red Book #785 When Peace Like a River An offering is gathered for the mission of the church, including the care of those in need. Children are welcome to come forward and place an offering in the urn next to the pulpit. Pastor: Let us pray. Merciful God Congregation: We offer with joy and thanksgiving what you have first given us - our selves, our time, and our possessions, signs of your gracious love. Receive them for the sake of him who offered himself for us, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. T7 G 2 T7,A.-B-,. Pastor: The Lord be with you. 5 continues on page 6

6 Congregation: Pastor: Congregation: Pastor: Congregation: Pastor: And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. It is indeed right that we should at all times Congregation sings: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, Heav n and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest, hosanna in the highest. T7 L5; P Sung by All H5= C500,-5, All are welcome to the Lord s Table Grape juice is available on the trays in the central cups. Gluten-free wafers are available in the gold container on the stand between the bread distributors. C500,-5, H0, ELW Red Book #485 C500,-5, M;-2 2-5, I Am the Bread of Life J9K*GP*K TP9:KG9K, AQQ9+R*KSFG B=-,. Congregation: Amen. Senior Choir R>-5, = ELW Red Book #707 Lord of Glory, You Have Bought Us 6

7 D-0- = Pastor: Go in peace, serve the Lord. Congregation: Thanks be to God! 7

8 Worship Assistants Greeter... Bill & Lynn Gingher Reader... Glenn Schmitz Communion....Sharon Ryan, Glenn Schmitz....Andy & Carol Stolarzyk Ushers.....Tom Green, Carl Burhop...Paul Hoel, Lamont Liefke, Larry Jones Musician Marian Korth Vocalists... Clyde Nyhus, Brynn Schulte Flowers Given by David & Sharon Hewitt In Honor of Our Family 8

9 Taking Faith Home DEVOTIONS - Read: Luke 4: The text Jesus chooses from Isaiah sets the stage for what Jesus has come to do: set people free. The root word for freedom used here is also the word for forgiveness. At the heart of all human burdens and limita(ons is the pain of regret. People regret what they have done, and they regret the things they have failed to do. At the end of our day and the end of our days, it is good to be set free from both and to rest in the care and embrace of the God who sets us free from our past to enjoy an eternal future. To be set free is to be freed to love others and to love ourselves. This is the wisdom of faith celebrated by the psalmist. Such divine teachings (law), precepts, and ordinances are more desirable than gold, even much fine gold; sweeter also than honey, and drippings of the honeycomb (Psalm 19:10). This is a picture of joy for which Jesus has now set us free. What images can you think of that show joy? How would you describe the joy of being set free by Jesus? Pray: The Lord s Prayer. SERVICE In 1 Corinthians 12:21-22, Paul says, The eye cannot say to the hand, I have no need of you, nor again the head to the feet, I have no need of you. On the contrary, the members of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable, and those members of the body that we think less honorable we clothe with greater honor, and our less respectable members are treated with greater respect. In our society, we tend to respect the honored and beli;le others. Paul says that as the body of Christ, we are to care for one another. In what ways can you show care and compassion to those who suffer? DAILY BIBLE READINGS Sunday Luke 4:14-21 Jesus returns to Nazareth Monday Tuesday Wednesday Isaiah 61:1-7 Nehemiah 8:1-3, 5-6, 8-10 Ezra reads God s law to the people 1 Corinthians 12:12-31a One body, many parts Thursday Romans 12:1-8 9 The good news of deliverance Christ brings new life Friday John 8:31-36 The truth will set you free Saturday Psalm 19 God s glory in creason and the law Sunday Luke 4:21-30 The prophet Jesus is rejected

10 Weekly Announcements January 28-February 3 F@A89B M8=8?C;B 3 years-4 th Grade Elizabeth Crummy, Children s and Family Ministry Coordinator Cell # familyministry@messiahchurch.com Sunday School meets every week through April 28 except for April 14 and 21st (Easter break). First Communion First Communion instruction is March 17, 24, 31 and April 7, 28 during Sunday School. Families are required to be in attendance March 17, April 7 and April 28. Please contact Elizabeth if your child does not attend Sunday School but you would like them to be part of this preparation and celebration. STREAM Pictures Send your photos of the STREAM Zacchaeus event on January 20th to Elizabeth if you'd like me to share them! Here s one picture of the class sharing their creativity! F@A89B M8=8?C;B 5 th -12 th Grade Teresa Palumbo, Youth Ministry Coordinator Text to: , youth@messiahchurch.com YOW MENTORS NEEDED We need adults to join the Messiah YOW youth for weekly soup suppers during Lent. We are looking for mentors that will meet with a table of youth each week, join them for dinner and lead an informal discussion (with prepared questions) between 6:30-7:00 R+. This is an intergenerational opportunity for the youth and members of the Messiah community to get to know one another better. The table talk groups would be the same each week in order to help establish relationships. If you are interested, please contact Teresa Palumbo. Prayer Shawl Ministry The Prayer Shawl Ministry will meet on Monday, January 28 at 3:30 R+ in the Gathering Space. Social Outreach Ministry The Committee will be meeting Monday, January 28 at 6:00 R+ in the Conference Room. New members are always welcome! 10

11 Weekly Announcements January 28-February 3 Ladies Lunch Bunch The next luncheon is at the Off Broadway Drafthouse on Wednesday, February 13th, at 11: The slots are currently filled. If you sign up and then have a conflict, please contact Janet Alfonso at so someone else from the waiting list can enjoy the luncheon. From the Racial Justice Team Researchers at Northwestern University, Harvard, and the Institute for Social Research in Norway, looked at every available field experiment on hiring discrimination from 1989 through The researchers reviewed 28 studies, which collectively represented more than 54,000 applications submitted for more than 25,000 positions. The researchers found that anti-black racism in hiring is unchanged, while anti-latino racism may have decreased modestly. The researchers concluded that, on average, white applicants receive 36% more callbacks than equally qualified African Americans, and white applicants receive on average 24% more callbacks than Latinos. Divine Yoga is Back Inner Strength, Divine Connection, January 29-March 12, 5:30-6:45 pm in the Community Room. This is a free yoga practice. However, good will donations will be forwarded to local charities. (& generously matched!) Please bring an open and willing mind, heart and a yoga mat. (A blanket, block and strap are helpful, as well.) The mobility to move from the floor to standing positions, helpful ~but all levels welcome! Donations will benefit: The Demeter Foundation. SAM Luncheon Wednesday, January 30, 12:00 OA Tax Changes for Seniors As you start getting your documents ready for your 2018 tax return, it is likely you are going to have questions about how the changes in the tax code will affect you when completing your 2018 tax return. Patrick Ellestad, a financial advisor for Edward Jones and a Messiah member, will talk about the changes in the tax code for 2018 and things to watch out for when getting your documents ready for your 2018 return. Save the Date for Second Saturday Soda & Sangria on February 9th Along with the usual great treats and conversation, Brass Knuckles will be playing in the Gathering Space! Check them out on Facebook Brass Knuckles Brass Quintet with Percussion. You don t want to miss the fun! The February Column Mailing date is Wednesday, January 30th at 8:30 am. Join the fun and meet some new people! 11

12 T7- WA Jan. 28-Feb. 3 Monday, Jan 28 Pastor's Day Off Preschool :30 am Prayer Shawl Ministry...3:30 pm Social Outreach Ministry...6:00 pm Cub Scouts-Pack :30 pm Tuesday, Jan 29 Pastor's Day Off EMMCA Senior Meal :00 pm Divine Yoga.5:30 pm Wednesday, Jan 30 Preschool :30 am Column Mailing :30 am SAM Potluck..Noon Thursday, Jan 31 Messiah Day of Prayer :00 pm Pew Keepers :00 am Girl Scouts #1174 & :45 pm Senior Choir.....7:30 pm Friday, Feb 1 Preschool :30 am Saturday, Feb 2 Line Dancing Class.....9:30 am Worship Service & Baptism :00 pm Sunday, Feb 3 Worship Service :15 am Sunday School :30 am Worship Service :30 am Stay for Office and Contact Information PP9KH OIISQH E+*SN... ourchurch@messiahchurch.com OIISQH C9::HFR9K;HKQH D:9R B9a...outside the main front entrance WHbFSGH... messiahchurch.com OIISQH H9L:F... Monday - Friday... 9:00 *+ - 12:00 R+ P@?CF;... Jeff Vanden Heuvel... pastorjeff@messiahchurch.com BG?8=<?? M@=@R<;... Tim Coulthart... timc@messiahchurch.com ES<TGC8U< M8=8?C;B A??8?C@=C... Holly Tunak... ourchurch@messiahchurch.com CFF;:8=@CF; FV MG?8T... Clyde Nyhus... music@messiahchurch.com CFF;:8=@CF; FV F@A89B M8=8?C;B...Elizabeth Crummy... familyministry@messiahchurch.com CFF;:8=@CF; FV F@A89B M8=8?C;B... Teresa Palumbo... youth@messiahchurch.com CFF;:8=@CF; FV S<=8F; A:G9C M8=8?C;B... Keith Schlesinger... adultministry@messiahchurch.com D8;<TCF; FV P;<?T7FF9... Bobbie Rogers... preschool@messiahchurch.com V8:<F SO<T8@98?C... Steve Cheramy... video@messiahchurch.com F@T898C8<? M@=@R<; Clyde Tunak... building@messiahchurch.com W<::8=R D@B A??8?C@=C... Wendy Bailey... wendy@messiahchurch.com J@=8CF;8@9 S<;U8T<?...Larry Kaltenberg Messiah s Annual Meeting January 27th at Along with the 2019 budget we have a number of capital items on the agenda and other important discussions LUTHERAN CHURCH Cottage Grove Rd. Madison, WI 53716