BETHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH Bethany Lutheran Church 4500 East Hampden Avenue Cherry Hills Village, CO

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1 BETHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH Bethany Lutheran Church 4500 East Hampden Avenue Cherry Hills Village, CO ADVENT 2: PROCLAIM 10:30 A.M. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 9, featuring Bach s Christmas Oratorio, Part 2 Gathering PRELUDE Wake, Awake for Night is Flying Michael Burkhardt Please use the prelude as a quiet time to prepare yourself for worship. WELCOME You are invited to stand. ADVENT INTROIT ADVENT DIALOGUE God of Expectation, you have come to your people to set them free. Help us to Proclaim this good news. Allow our celebration in this place to empower us in voice. Send us out to proclaim your mercy and salvation. Forgive us for any evil that has resided in us. Send your Holy Spirit that we might be set free. Empower us to be people of action in this world. Empower us to Proclaim Jesus as the Son of God. GATHERING HYMN Awake! Awake, and Greet the New Morn Hymn #242 ADVENT CANDLE LIGHTING We light this second candle as we Proclaim. May it s light shine within us throughout this season. God s messenger comes, calling us to righteousness. May we present offerings that will be pleasing to God. Let us pray: Stir up our hearts, Lord God, to prepare the way of your only Son. By his coming give to all the people of the world knowledge of your salvation; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Please be seated.

2 ANTHEM Christmas Oratorio, BWV 248, Part 2 J.S. Bach Texts and Translations can be found on page 6 of your bulletin. I. Sinfonia II. Recitative: Und es waren Hirten III. Chorale: Brich an, o schönes Morgenlicht IV. Recitative: Und der Engel sprach zu ihnen V. Recitative: Was Gott dem Abraham verheißen VI. Aria: Frohe Hirten, eilt, ach eilet VII. Recitative: Und das habt zum Zeichen VIII. Chorale: Schaut hin, dort liegt im finstern Stall IX. Recitative: So geht denn hin, ihr Hirten, geht X. Aria: Schlafe, mein Libster, genieße der Ruh XI. Recitative: Und alsobald war da bei dem Engel XII. Chorus: Ehre sei Gott in der Höhe XIII. Recitative: So recht, ihr Engel, jauchzt und singet XIV. Chorale: Wir singen dir in deinem Heer Word PROPHECY Malachi 3:1-4 Holy Bible pg. 995 (OT) The Lord announces a covenant with Israel. A messenger like Malachi (his name means my messenger ) shall prepare the way for the coming of the Lord by purifying and refining God s people, as silver and gold are refined. The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. GOSPEL Luke 3:7-18 Holy Bible pg. 61 (NT) The Holy Gospel according to Luke. Glory to you, O Lord. John the Baptist heralds the mighty one who is coming. John teaches that preparation for God s reign is not a matter of identity but of bearing fruits of merciful justice, radical generosity, and vocational integrity. The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. SERMON HYMN OF THE DAY People, Look East Hymn #248 2

3 PRAYERS PEACE The peace of the Lord be with you always. And also with you. After sharing the Peace, please be seated. Offering MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES Christmas Bazaar, Lessons & Carols, Shepherds OFFERING Once He Came in Blessing Michael Burkhardt Meal WELCOME TO THE LORD S TABLE The Lord be with you. 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. WORDS OF INSTITUTION 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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen. Please be seated. THE DISTRIBUTION Bethany welcomes all to receive the body and blood of Christ in Holy Communion. An usher will direct you forward for communion. There are several stations across the front of the seating sections. Groups are welcome to visit a communion station together. You will receive a piece of bread in your hand, please dip the bread into the cup of wine. Those who are not receiving communion are invited to receive a blessing. Note that the communion station at the center has gluten-free bread and alcohol-free wine. 3

4 LAMB OF GOD COMMUNION HYMN O Come, O Come Emmanuel Hymn #257 You are invited to stand. BLESSING Sending BENEDICTION SENDING HYMN Hark, the Glad Sound! Hymn #239 DISMISSAL Go in peace. Serve the Lord. Thanks be to God! POSTLUDE Savior of the Nations, Come Paul Manz 4

5 WORSHIP LEADERS PASTORS INTERN ORGANIST LECTOR MUSICIANS ACOLYTES USHERS (Coordinators: Dave Okes, Andy Gift) COMMUNION SERVERS Pastor Gary Sandberg, Pastor Brigette Weier Rachel Patterson Rick Seaton Laurie Jeddeloh Chancel Choir, Dir. Dr. James Kim Laura Tribby, soprano Gene Stenger, tenor Rebecca Robinson, mezzo soprano Matt Weissenbuhler, bass Heejung Kim, violin Adrienne Short, violin Désirée Suàrez Ward, violin Chris Jusell, violin Angie Dombowki, violin Phillip Stevens, viola Aniel Caban, viola Ann Marie Morgan, cello Jeff Watson, cello Brett Armstrong, double bass Michelle Stanley, flute Sierra Hayden, flute Monica Hanulik, oboe Miriam Kapner, oboe Jason Lichtenwalter, English horn Ian Wisekal, English horn David Schwartz, bassoon Rick Smith, organ Logan Clark, Dominic Rodriguez David Admire, Julane Powell Larry Daub, Vicky Daub, Laurie Jeddeloh, Martin Johnson SOUND TECHNICIANS (Coordinators: Forrest Guittar, Laura Romig) ALTAR GUILD NURSERY ATTENDANT Erik Boss, Trevor McLean Jean Lindsey, Gail Mullin Michele Sum Liturgical Text and Worship Notes: From Sundays and Seasons.com 2018 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License #SAS

6 1. Sinfonia Christmas Oratorio, Part 2 2. Recitative Und es waren Hirten in derselben Gegend auf dem Felde bei den Hürden, die hüteten des Nachts ihre Herde. Und siehe, des Herren Engel trat zu ihnen, und die Klarheit des Herren leuchtet um sie, und sie furchten sich sehr. And there were shepherds in the same region in the fields near the sheepfolds, who guarded their flock at night. And behold, the angel of the Lord approached them, and the brilliance of the Lord shone around them and they were very afraid. 3. Chorale Brich an, o schönes Morgenlicht, Und laß den Himmel tagen! Du Hirtenvolk, erschrecke nicht, Weil dir die Engel sagen, Daß dieses schwache Knäbelein Soll unser Trost und Freude sein, Dazu den Satan zwingen Und letztlich Friede bringen! Break forth, o lovely light of morning, and let heaven dawn! You shepherd-folk, do not fear, for the angel tells you that this weak little boy shall be our comfort and joy, compelling Satan as well and bringing peace at last! 4. Recitative Und der Engel sprach zu ihnen: Fürchtet euch nicht, siehe, ich verkündige euch große Freude, die allem Volke widerfahren wird. Denn euch ist heute der Heiland geboren, welcher ist Christus, der Herr, in der Stadt David. And the angel said to them: Do not be afraid; behold, I proclaim great joy for you, which will occur for all people. For today the Savior is born for you, which is Christ, the Lord, in the city of David Recitative Was Gott dem Abraham verheißen, Das läßt er nun dem Hirtenchor Erfüllt erweisen. Ein Hirt hat alles das zuvor Von Gott erfahren müssen. Und nun muß auch ein Hirt die Tat, Was er damals versprochen hat, Zuerst erfüllet wissen. What God promised to Abraham, now, fulfilled, He has had announced to the group of shepherds. A shepherd, then, first of all, had experience of God. And now, also, a shepherd is first of all to know the fulfillment of what once was promised.

7 6. Aria Frohe Hirten, eilt, ach eilet, Eh ihr euch zu lang verweilet, Eilt, das holde Kind zu sehn! Geht, die Freude heißt zu schön, Sucht die Anmut zu gewinnen, Geht und labet Herz und Sinnen! Happy shepherds, hurry, ah hurry, before you delay too long, hurry to see the lovely Child! Go, this joy is so exquisite, seek to achieve this loveliness, go and delight heart and senses! 7. Recitative Und das habt zum Zeichen: Ihr werdet finden das Kind in Windeln gewickelt und in einer Krippe liegen. And you will have this as a sign: you will find the Child wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in a manger. 8. Chorale Schaut hin, dort liegt im finstern Stall, Des Herrschaft gehet überall! Da Speise vormals sucht ein Rind, Da ruhet itzt der Jungfrau'n Kind. Look there, there He lies in a dark stall, whose majesty encompasses everything! Where once an ox searched for food, now the Child of the Virgin rests. 9. Recitative So geht denn hin, ihr Hirten, geht, Daß ihr das Wunder seht: Und findet ihr des Höchsten Sohn Un einer harten Krippe liegen, So singet ihm bei seiner Wiegen Aus einem süßen Ton Und mit gesamtem Chor Dies Lied zur Ruhe vor! Then go there, you shepherds, go, so that you see the miracle: and when you find the Son of the Highest lying in a harsh manger, then sing to Him by His cradle in a sweet tone and with full chorus this lullaby! 10. Aria Schlafe, mein Liebster, genieße der Ruh, Wach nach diesem vor aller Gedeihen! Labe die Brust, Empfinde die Lust, Wo wir unser Herz erfreuen! Sleep, my beloved, enjoy Your rest, and awaken after it for all the fortunate! Let your heart delight, experience the joy that rejoices our hearts! 7

8 11. Recitative Und alsobald war da bei dem Engel die Menge der himmlischen Heerscharen, die lobten Gott und sprachen: And immediately, with the angel, there was a throng of the heavenly hosts, who praised God and said: 12. Chorus Ehre sei Gott in der Höhe und Friede auf Erden und den Menschen ein Wohlgefallen. Glory be to God in the highest and peace on earth and a happy occurrence for humanity. 13. Recitative So recht, ihr Engel, jauchzt und singet, Daß es uns heut so schön gelinget! Auf denn! Wir stimmen mit euch ein, Uns kann es so wie euch erfreun. Thus rightly, you angels, rejoice and sing, that it works out so beautifully for us today! Up then! We play along with you; we can celebrate just as you do. 14. Chorale Wir singen dir in deinem Heer Aus aller Kraft Lob, Preis und Ehr, Daß du, o lang gewünschter Gast, Dich nunmehr eingestellet hast. We sing to You in Your host with all our might praise, glory and honor, since You, o long-awaited guest, from now on have become present. 8

9 BETHANY LUTHERAN CHURCH MINISTRY OPPORTUNITIES DECEMBER 9, 2018 Sunday Worship: 8:15 & 10:30 a.m. Watch live streaming and archived services at We welcome our new worshipers today! Please fill out the welcome sheet in your bulletin, and place it in the offering plate. To learn more about Bethany s Bible ministries, pick up a Life Together at Bethany booklet at the Welcome Center or visit Schedule a home visit with a pastor to discuss how Bethany s ministries might connect with your faith journey. Contact Nancy at nancy@bethany-denver.org for more information about membership. TODAY AT BETHANY The Global Mission Ministry Team is again hosting a Christmas Bazaar today in the Fellowship Hall, with gift items from many of the missions Bethany supports, from Zimbabwe, Pakistan, Liberia, Fair Trade Coffee from Africa & Central America, & others, including 10,000 Villages. Bethany s Christmas Wreath Sale benefiting the Children s Music Ministry is in the Fellowship Hall today as part of the Christmas Bazaar. 20 inch wreaths cost $ You may pay by cash, credit card, or check. Festival of Lessons and Carols Dress Rehearsal Today: All participants (Sunday School kids, too) meet in the Great Hall for pizza at 11:45 a.m. We will rehearse from 12:00-2:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Sanctuary Flowers: Sign up to donate flowers at the Welcome Center. Arrangements cost $50. THIS WEEK Candlelight Vigil to Remember Victims of Gun Violence: Come honor those killed at Sandy Hook Elementary School and all victims of gun violence on Wednesday, December 12. Meet at the SW & NE corners of S. Colorado Blvd. and E. Hampden Ave. at 4:00 p.m. There will be an Invocation at 4:15 p.m., and we will gather from 4:30-5:30 p.m. This vigil is hosted by First Universalist and First Plymouth Congregational UCC. Parking is available at First Plymouth (3501 S Colorado Blvd). The Bethlehem Christmas Simulcast Service will be on Saturday, December 15 at 7:30 a.m. Tune in with congregations across the globe to celebrate Christ's birth in the land of our savior and of our Palestinian sisters and brothers. Simulcast Link: NEXT SUNDAY, DECEMBER 16: Advent 3 REJOICE - Zephaniah 3:14-20, Luke 1:26-35 Acolyte Training for Christmas Eve worship services will be held on December 16 immediately following the 10:30 a.m. worship service. Please meet us in the front row pews of the Sanctuary. Contact Jeff (jeffk@bethany-denver.org) to sign-up to acolyte. Youth- Led Festival of Lessons and Carols: Come for an energetic, modern take on the tradition Lessons and Carols service next Sunday, December 16 at 10:30 a.m. in the Sanctuary. This service will run approximately 75 minutes, and will feature readings by Bethany s youth and kids, and anthems by all of Bethany s children s music ensembles. Food Breakdown for Metro Caring: The Men of Bethany will be hosting a Food Breakdown for Metro Caring on Sunday, December 16 between services in the Great Hall. We are looking to raise $2,000 to help us reach our goal for 4,000 pounds of rice and beans. Bethany s Benevolence Committee has graciously partnered with this event once again with a matching gift of $750.00! Donate to this event by making a check out to Bethany with Food Breakdown on the memo line, or by visiting the kiosk. All are invited to help out in the Great Hall on December 16. Adult Faith Formation Advent Sunday Series on Prophets : Come to room 210 from 9:30-10:15 a.m. on the remaining Sundays in Advent to learn about a different prophet with the pastor who is preaching that day: Rejoice (Zephaniah) on December 16, and Behold (Micah) December 23. Handel's Messiah is quite likely the most beloved choral work of all time. Colorado Bach Ensemble, under the direction of James Kim, will present the complete three parts with professional singers and instrumentalists in Bethany s Sanctuary at 4:00 p.m. on Sunday, December 16. For tickets or more information, visit LOOKING AHEAD 9

10 Blood Drive: Vitalant will be here on Sunday, December 30, for a blood drive in the Great Hall from 8:00 a.m. 12:00 noon. There are three ways to sign up: Call the appointment center at , register online at (select donate and use site code 0377), or sign up at the Welcome Center on Sundays December 16 or 23. Contact Janet at janet@bethany-denver.org with questions. All December donors will be entered to win a trip for 2 to Mexico! Lenten Retreat: Join Pastor Gary on retreat at Highlands Retreat Center near Allenspark. We will gather on Friday night, March 8, 2019 and spend time on retreat through Sunday morning, March 10 with plenty of time for fellowship, relaxation, singing, and games. Meals and Lodging are all covered with your registration. Sign up the Welcome Center now through February 5, or until we hit our maximum. Attention 2019 Campers! Registration for Rainbow Trail summer camps is now open! It may seem too early, but popular sessions fill up quickly. Brochures are available in the church office, or you can register online at rainbowtrail.org today. GIVING OPPORTUNITIES Angel Tree for Lutheran Family Services: Gifts are due TODAY. If you can help transport the gifts to LFS on Monday morning, December 10, contact Mary.will@faegrebd.com. Reverse Advent Calendar Food Drive: Instead of getting a gift/chocolate every day in Advent, put a non -perishable food item in boxes in the Fellowship Hall (one for each day) throughout Advent, or fill a box at home and bring it to Bethany between Christmas day and Epiphany (January 6). Donations go to Metro Caring. Lists are available at the Welcome Center. Card Shower: Former Bethany Pastor, Wayne Weissenbuehler, would love to receive cards from you this holiday season! If you know him, write a little note with a memory you have of him or how he influenced your life or faith. If you don t know him, just send greetings! Pick up an address label at the Welcome Center. GET INVOLVED Great Hall Shepherds Needed for Christmas Eve: 3:00, 5:00, 9:00 p.m. services. When the sanctuary reaches capacity we will also have worship in the Great Hall. We are seeking outgoing persons, or family units, to shepherd worshippers into the Great Hall for Christmas Eve worship. Please contact Pastor Gary, gary@bethany-denver.org if you and/or your family can serve in this way. This is an area where Bethany can show great hospitality to new worshipper on this most holy night. Christmas Eve Help Wanted: Four people are needed to set up and tear down for Christmas Eve outdoor worship (10:00 a.m.-3:00 pm.) Pay is $10.20/ hour. Contact Laura at laura@bethany-denver.org. Sanctuary Decorating and Poinsettia Arranging: Come help get the Sanctuary ready for Christmas Eve on Wednesday, December 19 at 6:00 p.m. Contact Laura@bethany-denver.org Pew Cleaning: We love having our Sanctuary pews organized and ready for each worship service. But we need your help to clean them each week! If you can assist in organizing and keeping the pews materials stocked, even once a month, please contact Nancy at nancy@bethany-denver.org. Advent Prayer Stations: As we journey through Advent, we have opportunities for you to engage faith practices! 1. In the Sanctuary behind the baptismal font: Each week, write the theme of the day onto a colored ribbon (four colors total) and then add it to a triangle ornament. At the end of Advent, you will have created a Christmas tree ornament with the Advent themes from Bethany. 2. In the Fellowship Hall: Write a prayer on an ornament to hang on the gratitude tree and then take a prayer ornament home for your own tree. 3. In the Fellowship Hall: Write on a gift tag about a gift that has been given to you from God or from Bethany, and hang it on the gratitude tree. 4. At the Welcome Center: Pick up an Advent Journey to Great Joy home devotional booklet. Sign up to serve at our holiday worship experiences. Go to signupschedule.com/bethany to sign up to serve in many and various ways for all Sundays and special services throughout the holiday. We especially need Communion Servers and Ushers for most services! 10

11 GENEROSITY UPDATE Bethany Fund: Expected Actual November $ 155,114 $ 116,340 Fiscal YTD $ 674,634 $ 574,518 December 2, 2018 $ 35,721 ACCESSIBILITY AT BETHANY Hearing Assistance: Please see the Sound Tech in the sound booth if you need a hearing assistant device. Please see the ushers for a large print bulletin. Bethany Lutheran Church 4500 East Hampden Avenue Cherry Hills Village, CO

12 Christmas at Bethany CHRISTMAS EVE Great Joy (All services are Festival worship services with Communion and Candlelight unless otherwise noted.) THURSDAY, DECEMBER 20, 7:00 P.M. Early Christmas Eve service with special music by Chancel Choir and Carillons SUNDAY, DECEMBER 23, 5:00 P.M. Early Christmas Eve service with special music by Jubilation and Celebration MONDAY, DECEMBER 24: 1:30 P.M. This is an outdoor service in the Courtyard with live animals, and special music by the Cherubs choir. Children can participate by showing up a little early and choosing one of our costumes to wear. (No Holy Communion or Candlelight) MONDAY, DECEMBER 24: 3:00, 5:00, 7:00, 9:00, 11:00 P.M. These 5 traditional worship services include Communion and Candlelight, and special music from Bethany and guest ensembles: 3:00 P.M. -Young Soloists and Ensembles 5:00 P.M.- Carillons, Denver Brass, & Soloists 7:00 P.M. - Denver Brass, Matt Weissenbuehler (soloist), & Bethany Vocal Quartet 9:00 P.M. - Chancel Choir & Denver Brass 11:00 P.M. - Soloists Christmas Day Worship TUESDAY, DECEMBER 25, 10:30 A.M. Relaxed worship service in the Sanctuary with the Christmas story and Holy Communion (No Candlelight at this service.)