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1 Advent Lutheran Church Pastor Anita R. Warner Lee Tyler, Parish Associate Murphy Avenue, Morgan Hill (408) Office WELCOME Thank you for worshiping with us today. If you are visiting, please fill out a guest card and place it in the offering plate or in the basket in the entry area to help us welcome you. Please introduce yourself to others near you and to the pastor. We hope you can join us again soon. NURSERY CARE Nursery care for infants and toddlers is available in Berkland Fellowship Hall directly behind the entry area. Children are welcome and included at worship; feel free to walk with them in the back of the worship area if they become noisy or restless. COMMUNION Baptized persons who believe that through the bread and wine we receive Christ's body and blood for our forgiveness are invited to communion. The center ring of glasses contains white grape juice. Gluten free bread is available. PRAYER MINISTER Prayer ministers are available for individual prayer during communion and after the service at the front right corner area of the sanctuary. PRAYER CHAIN If you would like some of Advent s people to join you in prayer you may contact Jane Osumi at janeybugo@yahoo.com. You may also write a prayer request on the guest card and leave it in the offering plate or in the basket on welcome table in the gathering area. HEARING ASSISTANCE UNITS Hearing enhancement equipment is available in the sound booth in the back corner of the sanctuary.

2 Second Sunday after Epiphany Father River s American Mass January 15, 2017 We greet you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. Whoever you are and wherever you are in your journey of faith, you are welcome in this community celebrating God s Spirit in the world. God s grace meets us in the water and Word, and in the bread and wine. We are here to know the touch of God s forgiveness and love and to hear God s calling in our lives. Please introduce yourself to others here and to the pastor. We invite you to complete the Guest card in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate as a reminder of your presence with us in worship today. GATHERING Today s gospel opens with further reflection on Jesus baptism. He is the Lamb of God who takes away the sin of the world, and the one anointed by the Spirit. In the liturgy we come and see Christ revealed among us in word and meal. We go forth to invite others to come and worship the Holy One, and to receive the gifts of grace and peace made known among us. Today we mark the commemoration of Martin Luther King, Jr., renewer of society, martyr, who died in Our liturgy today is in the style of African-American spirituals. Prelude and Welcome Stand Confession and Forgiveness Blessed be the holy Trinity, one God, who stretches out the heavens, who sends light to the nations, who gives breath to us all. Amen. 2

3 Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another. Silence for reflection and self-examination. Loving God, we confess that we have turned from your way to follow our own ways. Forgive us for the times we have spoken or acted too quickly; we have not spoken or acted at all; we have hurt those closest to us; we have hurt those we have yet to know; we have thought more about ourselves than others; we have thought less of ourselves than we ought. Turn us around, and give us a fresh start, so that we can live again as your children. Amen. Even when we have done wrong, God makes us right. Even when we have messed up, God puts us together. God s love never runs out. God never tires of calling us beloved children. Hear God say to you now: Your sins are forgiven, for the sake of Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen. Song Give Me Jesus next page Greeting The boundless grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the wisdom of God, and the light of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you. 3

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5 Kyrie Cantor: Out of the depths I cry to you, O Lord: Lord hear my voice. O be your ears attentive to the voice of my entreaty! Congregation sings: Cantor: If you should keep a record of our transgressions, Lord, then who, Lord, could stand it? But in your gift is pardon of sins, so that you may be served with reverence. Congregation sings: Cantor: My trust is in the Lord: my soul trusts his word. My soul awaits the Lord more eagerly than the sleepless one yearns for the dawn. Congregation sings: 5

6 Gloria Cantor: Bless the Lord, all you works of the Lord! Praise and glorify him forever. Congregation sings Refrain: Cantor: Light and darkness, bless the Lord, bless the Lord you nights and days. Congregation sings Refrain Cantor: Creatures wild and tame, bless the Lord, praise and glorify him forever. Congregation sings Refrain Cantor: Bless the Lord, you saints of the Lord, peoples near and far praise his name. Congregation sings Refrain Prayer of the Day Let us pray. Holy God, our strength and our redeemer, by your Spirit hold us forever, that through your grace we may worship you and faithfully serve you, follow you, and joyfully find you, through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. 6

7 WORD Children s Message Pastor Anita 7

8 Reading Isaiah 49:1-7 printed on the back Here the servant Israel speaks for herself and acknowledges herself as God s secret weapon. Called before her birth like Jeremiah and John the Baptist, the servant is not only to restore Israel itself. The servant s ultimate assignment is to bring news of God s victory to the ends of the earth. God in faithfulness has chosen Israel for this task. Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. Please stand for the reading of the gospel Alleluia Verse Cantor sings, then congregation sings: Gospel announcement The Holy Gospel according to John, the first chapter. Congregation sings: 8

9 Gospel John 1:29-42 printed on the back John the Baptist s witness to Jesus initiates a chain of testimony as his disciples begin to share with others what they have found. The Gospel of the Lord. Congregation sings: Please Be Seated 10:45: Anthem I Believe This Is Jesus sung by the choir Sermon Silence for reflection The Servant and the Holy One Have a Talk Pastor Anita Warner Psalm 40 Here I Am next page The cantor sings the Refrain the first time alone, then the congregation sings the Refrain with the cantor; the cantor sings the verses. 9

10 Here I Am Prayers of the Church Hear us, O God. Your mercy is great. 10

11 MEAL Peace The peace of the Lord be with you always. And also with you. You are invited to share a sign of God s peace with others. You may use these or similar words: Peace be with you. You may use the sign of a handshake, a hug, or a bow with palms together. Please allow those who prefer less contact to choose the level of touch. Offering Welcome! If you are visiting, please fill out a Guest card this morning on the welcome table in the narthex / gathering area and leave it in the basket, as a way to help us welcome you further and another way of offering yourself to God on this day. Offering Response Congregation sings Refrain: Cantor: The love of Christ has gathered us together, let us rejoice in Him, and be glad. Congregation sings Refrain Cantor: By this shall all know that we His disciples, if we have love for one another. Congregation sings Refrain Cantor: O carry one another's burdens, and so you will fulfill the law of Christ. Congregation sings Refrain 11

12 Offering Prayer Let us pray. Merciful God, receive the gifts we bring, our selves, our time, and our possessions. Through this meal unite us as your body, shining with the light of your justice and mercy; for the sake of him who gave himself for us, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Celebration of Ministry Today we celebrate the ministry of the Tuesday morning Bible study. The Great Thanksgiving Preface Dialog The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them up 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, 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; who on this day overcame death and the grave, and by his glorious resurrection opened to us the way of everlasting life. And so, with all the choirs of angels, with all the faithful of every time and every place, we praise your name and join their unending hymn 12

13 Sanctus Congregation sings Refrain: Cantor: Holy is the Lord of hosts! Let the people of the Lord shout to heaven His praises! Congregation sings Refrain Cantor: Blessed is the Lord who comes to us! Let the people of the Lord shout to heaven His Praises! Congregation sings Refrain Words of Institution Lord s Prayer Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come. Your will be done on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial, and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours, now and forever. Amen. 13

14 Invitation to Communion We who are many are one body, for we all partake of the one bread. Come. Be filled with light and life. Communion We believe that in the bread and wine of communion we receive Christ s body and blood for our forgiveness, life, and salvation. Come forward as the ushers direct to receive the bread and the wine. The center ring of cups in each tray contains grape juice for those who prefer it. We invite those who do not yet receive communion to come forward for a blessing please cross your arms over your chest as a sign. Songs during communion: Let Us Break Bread Together Gather :45: God Has Provided a Lamb sung by the choir We Shall Overcome Gather 724 Blessing SENDING Post-Communion Canticle Cantor: He is taller than the mountains. He is wider than the oceans. He is wider than the depths, and there is none like him. Congregation sings: 14

15 Cantor: He is greater than the universe. The world could not contain him. Yet he dwells within our hearts, O there is none like him. Congregation sings: Cantor: He was the God immortal, yet he died upon a cross, and in dying he slew death, O there is none like him. Congregation sings: Closing prayer Let us pray. Lord, it is good for us to be here, for we have tasted your glory in this holy meal. Continue your goodness as we go out from here. Open our eyes to see your face shining in every person, and send us to be your servants in every place, for you are the life and light of all, both now and forever. Amen. Announcements 15

16 Benediction May the God of glory dwell in you richly, name you beloved, and shine brightly on your path; and the blessing of almighty God, the Father, the + Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you forever. Amen. Song We Are Marching Gather 512 Dismissal Go in peace. Work together for abundant life and peace for all of God s children. Thanks be to God. VISUAL ART this morning includes Spring Rain / Linoleum Print / Andrew Jagniecki The Beacon, Abigail Henrie, Age: 15, Utah, Oil and charcoal 16

17 NURSERY CARE IS AVAILABLE ALL MORNING IN BERKLAND FELLOWSHIP HALL CHILDREN Grades 4-6: Marvelous Mondays on the third Monday of each month CONFIRMATION February 4 youth-led worship preparation HIGH SCHOOL AND ADULTS Growing Young Sundays at 9:30 AM MID-WEEK BIBLE STUDY Tuesday 10:00 AM All are welcome every Tuesday in the Library WOMEN S SPIRITUALITY CIRCLE Meets on 10:00 AM in Library WOMEN S BIBLE STUDY MARY AND MARTHA CIRCLE Meets 2 nd Wednesday of the 10:00 AM in Berkland Fellowship Hall INDIVIDUAL AND GROUP SPIRITUAL DIRECTION For support in your prayer life, deepening your relationship with God and living out your faith with the gifts you are given, please contact Lee Tyler at or ltyler3@juno.com. 17

18 Week of November January Sunday 8:00 AM Father Rivers American Mass Worship Service 9:30 AM Children s Time in Gathering area 9:30 AM Growing Young in Fellowship Hall 10:45 AM Father Rivers American Mass Worship Service 1:00 PM New Life Church Worship Service Monday 7:00 PM Interfaith event: Growing the Beloved Community at St. Mary s Church, Gilroy 7:00 PM Alanon in Rm. 2 Tuesday 10:00 AM Mid-Week Bible Study in Library 10:00 AM Sew Seeds Quilters in Fellowship Hall `2:00 PM Staff Meeting 5:00 PM Community Table Dinner in Fellowship Hall 7:00 PM Overeaters Anonymous in Room 2 Wednesday 7:00 PM New Life Worship Service 7:00 PM SAA Meeting in Room 1 Thursday 7:00 AM Second Harvest Brown Bag Program 10:00 AM Women s Spirituality Circle in Library 7:00 PM SAA Meeting in Room 1 Friday 8:00 PM New Life Prayer Service Saturday 8:30 AM Men s Fellowship in Library 10:00 AM Gather and Cantor Rehearsal 10:00 AM Women for Sobriety in Room 1 2:00 PM Chuck McQueen Memorial Service & Reception 4:00 PM Iglesia de Cristo Church Service in Room 2 7:00 PM AA in Room 1 Next Sunday 8:00 AM Worship Service 9:30 AM Children s Time in Gathering area 9:30 AM Growing Young in Fellowship Hall 10:45 AM Worship Service 1:00 PM New Life Church Worship Service 18

19 Pianist/Accompanist: Choir Director: Worship Assistants Our Musicians Ruth Winter/ Andoni Bundros Troy Gunter/ Melissa Gunter Phil Robb Gather Musicians: Bruce Naylor, Erik Siverson, Catherine Holmes, Kathy Hopkins, John Hopkins, Ed Merrell, Valerie Sacks, and Aaron James. 8:00 AM 10:45 AM Acolyte: Gunnar Marcheschi Caden Carlson Communion Assistant: Ellie Quayle Margie Siverson Lector: Bob Quayle Tom Dunham Ushers: Bob Quayle Nace Panzica Norm Osumi Kathy Panzica Cantor: Mike Orth Phil Robb Greeters: Franzen Family Susan Fritts Healing Prayer: Sherry Quick Linda Loftesness SALT: Terry Pratt Gayle Carlile Open/Lock up: Sherry Quick Kathy Panzica SALT - Sound and Light Team: Steve Barr, Gayle Carlile, Gunnar Marcheschi, Andrew Munk, Dave Paulsen, Dave Pepper and Terry Pratt. Altar Guild for January: Judy Simberg, Kathy Munk, Liz Marcheschi Nursery Attendant: Ernestina Atanacio 19