THERE ARE CHILDREN S BAG with bulletins and books available in the lounge and the narthex. They are hanging on the wall.

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2 WELCOME TO WORSHP AT UNIVERSITY LUTHERAN CHURCH on this Christmas Day. As we remember and celebrate the birth of Jesus, we join with the multitude of heavenly host and give glory to God for the salvation that God has made available to all the world. WE WELCOME EVERYONE TO THE LORD S TABLE to receive God s gift of forgiveness and the powerful freedom of a new life in Christ. Please come down the center aisle, proceed to the communion rail, and kneel or stand at the first open space. Hold out your hand to receive the bread. Gluten-free wafers are available. Please indicate your desire at the time you are offered the bread. You may drink either from an individual glass, which will be served first, or from the chalice. The individual glasses in the center of the tray contain grape juice (golden color). The outside glasses contain red wine. An acolyte will pass by to pick up your individual glass. In the spirit of continuous communion, please return to your seat via the side aisles after you have drunk from the glass or chalice. After everyone has been served at the communion rail, the ministers will serve anyone in the pew that is unable to come forward. Please indicate your desire in this regard to the pastor. Parents who desire that their children not receive communion may bring them forward for a blessing. PLEASE INDICATE YOUR ATTENDANCE at worship today and your participation at the Lord s Supper by completing the enclosed Worship Registration form and placing it in the offering plate. Please join us for fellowship and refreshments in the lounge after the service. THERE ARE CHILDREN S BAG with bulletins and books available in the lounge and the narthex. They are hanging on the wall. CHILD CARE is available in the Nursery for children of any age. Ask the usher for directions. OUR PRAYERS are with those living in fear or sorrow, those who are lonely, those that are unheard and anxious and for our members who are in need of strength and prayer. TEXTS FOR NEXT SUNDAY: Isaiah 42:1-9; Acts 10:34-43; Matthew 3:

3 First Sunday of Christmas January 1, 2017 Prelude Welcome and Announcements Service of Holy Communion (Please stand as you are able) Opening Hymn Good Christian Friends, Rejoice Green Hymnal #55 (Face the cross as it is carried forward) Call to Worship P: O come all ye faithful, and celebrate the birth of the Christ child. C: Joy to the world, our Savior reigns! P: O come all ye faithful, and give thanks to God in the highest. C: Joy to the world, our Savior reigns! P: O come all ye faithful, and let all together praise our God. C: Joy to the world, our Savior reigns! P: O come all ye faithful, and join with the heavenly chorus. C: Joy to the world, our Savior reigns! P: O come all ye faithful, and repeat the sounding joy. C: Joy to the world, our Savior reigns! Alleluia! Alleluia! Hymn of Praise Rejoice, Rejoice This Happy Morn Green Hymnal #43 Prayer of the Day A: Let us pray together: C: Holy and beloved God, you have chosen us to be your children and forgiven us for all of our sins. Clothe us with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience so that we can bear with one another, and teach and admonish one another in love without judgment or condemnation. Fill us with the peace of Christ so that we may participate in Jesus mission to bring peace on earth and good will among all people. We pray in the beloved name of Jesus. Amen. (Please be seated) First Lesson Isaiah 63:7-9 I will recount the gracious deeds of God, the praiseworthy acts of God, because of all that God has done for us, and the great favor to the house of Israel that God has shown them according to God s mercy, according to the abundance of God s steadfast love. For God said, "Surely they are my people, children who will not deal falsely"; and God became their savior in all their distress. It was no messenger or angel but God s presence that saved them; in God s love and pity that redeemed them; God lifted them up and carried them all the days of old. 3

4 L: Holy Wisdom. Holy Word. C: Thanks be to God. Psalm Hymn Infant Holy, Infant Lowly Green Hymnal #44 Second Lesson Hebrews 2:10-18 It was fitting that God, for whom and through whom all things exist, in bringing many children to glory, should make the pioneer of their salvation perfect through sufferings. For the one who sanctifies and those who are sanctified all have one Father. For this reason Jesus is not ashamed to call them brothers and sisters, saying, "I will proclaim your name to my brothers and sisters, in the midst of the congregation I will praise you." And again, "I will put my trust in him." And again, "Here am I and the children whom God has given me." Since, therefore, the children share flesh and blood, he himself likewise shared the same things, so that through death he might destroy the one who has the power of death, that is, the devil, and free those who all their lives were held in slavery by the fear of death. For it is clear that he did not come to help angels, but the descendants of Abraham. Therefore he had to become like his brothers and sisters in every respect, so that he might be a merciful and faithful high priest in the service of God, to make a sacrifice of atonement for the sins of the people. Because he himself was tested by what he suffered, he is able to help those who are being tested. L: Holy Wisdom. Holy Word. C: Thanks be to God. (Please stand) Gospel Acclamation Gloria Be To You Gospel Matthew 2:13-23 Now after they had left, an angel of the Lord appeared to Joseph in a dream and said, "Get up, take the child and his mother, and flee to Egypt, and remain there until I tell you; for Herod is about to search for the child, to destroy him." Then Joseph got up, took the child and his mother by night, and went to Egypt, and remained there until the death of Herod. 4

5 This was to fulfill what had been spoken by the Lord through the prophet, "Out of Egypt I have called my son." When Herod saw that he had been tricked by the wise men, he was infuriated, and he sent and killed all the children in and around Bethlehem who were two years old or under, according to the time that he had learned from the wise men. Then was fulfilled what had been spoken through the prophet Jeremiah: "A voice was heard in Ramah, wailing and loud lamentation, Rachel weeping for her children; she refused to be consoled, because they are no more." When Herod died, an angel of the Lord suddenly appeared in a dream to Joseph in Egypt and said, "Get up, take the child and his mother, and go to the land of Israel, for those who were seeking the child's life are dead." Then Joseph got up, took the child and his mother, and went to the land of Israel. But when he heard that Archelaus was ruling over Judea in place of his father Herod, he was afraid to go there. And after being warned in a dream, he went away to the district of Galilee. There he made his home in a town called Nazareth, so that what had been spoken through the prophets might be fulfilled, "He will be called a Nazorean." P: The Gospel of the risen Christ. C: Thanks be to God. (Please be seated) Sermon The Nature of True Power Matthew 2:13-23 (Please stand) Hymn of the Day Love Has Come 5

6 Affirmation of Faith We believe that Jesus Christ, who was in a divine state, did not regard equality with God as something to be exploited, but emptied himself, taking on the condition of a servant and being born in human likeness. Becoming as humans are, Jesus humbled himself and accepted death on a cross in obedience to God. Therefore, God highly exalted him and gave Jesus the name that is above every name in heaven, on earth and under the earth, so that at the name of Jesus every knee shall bend and every tongue shall confess that Jesus Christ in the Lord and Savior of all creation. Amen. (Taken from Philippians 2:6-11 an early Christian profession of faith) Prayers of the People Exchange of Peace P: The peace of God be with you always. C: And also with you. (Please be seated) Offering/ Musical Offering We Pause Beside This Door Clarence Dickinson We pause beside this door: Thy year, O God, how shall we enter in? The footsteps of a Child sound close beside us. Listen, He will speak. His birthday bells have scarcely run a week, Yet he has trod the winepress undefiled. Enter through me, He saith, Nor wander more: for Lo! I am the door, I am the door. 6

7 (Please stand) Offertory Hymn Come Now O Price of Peace Offertory Prayer A: Let us pray together: C: Gracious God, as we sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, we are ever grateful for all that you provide for us to be sustained in this life. In response, we offer to you these fruits of our labor so that others will be able to hear your word, know your love, and be provided with the basic necessities of life. Bless this bread and fruit of the vine that all who receive your gift of forgiveness this day will be encouraged and empowered to forgive others as well. We pray in the name of Jesus, your chosen One. Amen. 7

8 Eucharistic Prayer P: Holy God, Creator of all and Source of life, at the birth of time your word brought light into the world and life to all human creatures. In the fullness of time, you sent your Word, born of Mary and Joseph, to shine in our darkness and enlighten us with your grace and truth. In the night in which he was betrayed, Jesus took bread, gave thanks, broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying: Take and eat; this is my body, given for you. Do this for the remembrance of me. In the same way, Jesus took the cup, gave thanks, and gave it for all to drink, saying: This cup is the new covenant in my blood, shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin. Do this for the remembrance of me. Remembering Jesus birth and life among us, and his death and resurrection, we await his coming again when your reign will be brought to completion and everyone will be bound together in perfect harmony. Send your Spirit upon us and upon this bread and cup, that we may know the presence of Christ in our lives and shine as lights of your love throughout the world. As we are united in one body through this holy meal, send us forth with grateful hearts to pursue your peace in the name of Jesus Christ, through whom all glory and honor is yours, both now and forever. C: Amen. 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. 8

9 (Please be seated) Communion Distribution The Bells of Christmas Green Hymnal #62 Your Little Ones, Dear Lord 9

10 Let All Together Praise Our God 10

11 (Please stand) Communion Blessing P: May the body and blood of Jesus, our Christ, make us holy unto salvation and complete in every good deed. C: Amen. Post Communion Hymn He Came Down Post Communion Prayer A: Let us pray together: C: God of love, we give you thanks for this gift of life and freedom that we have received through this holy meal. As we leave this house of worship, we pray for the faith and wisdom to concentrate on your divine will and remain obedient to your Word in both word and deed. We pray in the name of Jesus, your beloved Child. Amen. 11

12 Benediction P: Go forth into the world and pursue your chosen calling to be compassionate in your attitude, kind in your words, humble in your thoughts, meek in your actions, and patient in your relationships. Clothe yourselves with love and let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts. God s peace be with you. C: Amen. Closing Hymn Go Tell It On The Mountain Green Hymnal #70 Dismissal A: Go in peace! Be at peace! Pursue peace! C: Thanks be to God! Postlude Gloria Be To You 1979, 1988 Les Presses de Taize, admin. GIA Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A Love Has Come Text by Ken Bible Music by F. Seguin, Recueil de noeils composes en lague proencale, 1856 Text 1996 Integrity s Hosanna! Music All rights reserved. Reprinted under CCLI # Come Now, O Prince of Peace Text by Geonyong Lee; tr. Marion Pope Text 1990, GIA/Christian Conference of Asia Music by Geonyong Lee All rights reserved. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A Let All Together Praise Our God Text & Music by Nikolaus Herman, Text 2006 Augsburg Fortress All rights reserved. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A He Came Down Text: Cameroon traditional Music: Cameroon traditional; arr. John L. Bell arr Iona Community, admin. GIA Publications, Inc. All rights reserved. Reprinted under OneLicense.net #A

13 Preacher Assisting Minister Minister of Music Organist Acolytes Communion Assistants Lectors Children s Message Greeters Ushers Fellowship Altar Guild Counters Courtesy Driver Worship Attendants Pastor Maynard Atik Andy Kopser Brian Higham William Bryant Alan Oakley Sue Tong Liz Herlevi Twig Mills Alison Stamey Brad Anderson Theresa Lehan-Anderson Brad Anderson Alice & Jack Peterson Aslaug Haraldsdottir Mary Jane Golden Kris Rogness Phil & Sheryl Lundahl Linda Maschhoff Hattie Branch Twig Mills John Massman Gary Marshall PARISH ANNOUNCEMENTS SUNDAY SCHEDULE 9:30 AM Service of Holy Communion 10:30 AM Fellowship in the lounge THE CHURCH OFFICE WILL BE CLOSED TOMORROW in observance of New Year s Day Holiday. The staff will be back on Tuesday, January 3. THE SPECIAL OFFERING FOR JANUARY is United Churches Emergency Fund. Created in 1986 by churches in the University District, UCEF helps the people in NE Seattle for referral and financial assistance. Their primary focus is to provide eviction protection to keep families and individuals from becoming homeless or to provide assistance to homeless families and individuals moving into housing. Please make your check out to ULC and earmark it UCEF. You may use the special offering envelopes in the pew and put it in the offering, or bring it into the church office. Thank you for your support of this vital ministry. THE WALK WITH THE MAGI will take place on Sunday, January 8, starting at 11:00 a.m.. Come and join in the adventure of walking with the wise men as they follow the star and look for the baby Jesus. After the walk, people will gather for mac n cheese, followed by the 13

14 bursting of a piñata. Don t forget to invite your friends with children to this intergenerational event. Contact Jennifer Eveland if you would like to play a part in this pageant. Also, in order to plan for food, please sign up on the Worship Registration form if you are planning to attend this Epiphany Day celebration. THE JANURAY EDITION OF THE SPIRIT will be coming out at the end of the first week in January. If you want something in this issue, be sure to have it in the office by Tuesday morning, January 3! PLEASE PICK UP YOUR OFFERING ENVELOPES FOR 2017 TODAY! They are on a table in the foyer of the 16 th street entrance. Get yours today: save us postage! THANK YOU to everyone who provided a gift for the women of Elizabeth Gregory Home. You helped to make their Christmas bright! Thank you, also, to all who purchased cards from Lois Moe in support of EGH. Your generosity is deeply appreciated. NEXT SUNDAY S WORSHIP LEADERS ARE: Altar Guild Linda Maschhoff & Hattie Branch; Acolytes Alan Oakley & Wyatt Eveland; Asst. Minister Andy Kopser; Children s Message Katie Saltanovitz; Communion Assts. Sue Tong, Liz Herlevi, Twig Mills & Alison Stamey; Lectors Brad Anderson & Theresa Lehan-Anderson; Ushers Aslaug Haraldsdottir, Mary Jane Golden & Kris Rogness ; Greeters Alice & Jack Peterson; Fellowship Hour: Phil & Sheryl Lundahl; Counters Twig Mills & John Massman; Courtesy Driver Gary Marshall. 14

15 EVENTS OF THE WEEK Monday (1/2/17) HOLIDAY OBSERVED/OFFICE CLOSED Women s ULu Shelter ALL Day Fellowship Hall 6:00 PM Teen Feed Fellowship Hall Tuesday (1/3/17) 6:00 AM NCBC Prayer Meeting Rm B6/8 9:00 AM Sanctuary Art Center Rm 205 6:00 PM Women s ULu Shelter Fellowship Hall Wednesday (1/4/17) 6:00 AM NCBC Prayer Meeting Rm B6/8 11:00 AM Sanctuary Art Center Rm 205 6:00 PM Women s ULu Shelter Fellowship Hall 7:00 PM NCBC Young Adults Lounge Thursday (1/5/17) 6:00 AM NCBC Prayer Meeting Rm B6/8 9:00 AM Sanctuary Art Center Rm 205 9:30 AM Blood Drive Fellowship Hall 6:00 PM Women s ULu Shelter Fellowship Hall Friday (1/6/17) 3:30 PM Quilters Rm 208 6:00 PM Women s ULu Shelter Fellowship Hall Saturday (1/7/17) Women s ULu Shelter ALL DAY Fellowship Hall 6:30 AM Serve Breakfast at ROOTS Univ Temple UMC 9:00 AM Vision 16 Sanctuary 10:00 AM Sanctuary Art Center Rm 205 Sunday (1/8/17) 9:30 AM Worship Sanctuary 10:30 AM Fellowship Lounge 11:00 AM Adult Forum Chapel 11:00 AM Walk with the Magi Around Church/FH 11:30 PM NCBC English Worship Rm B6/B8 & Nursery 1:15 PM NCBC Korean Worship Sanctuary & Nursery 2:15 PM NCBC Korean Fellowship Meal Lounge 7:00 PM Teen Feed Fellowship Hall 8:00 PM NA Group Lounge 8:00 PM Women s ULu Shelter Fellowship Hall 15

16 Sunday Schedule Worship with Holy Communion: 9:30 AM Fellowship: 10:30 AM Christian Education: 11:00 AM Adult Forum Sunday School Child Care: 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM Outreach at ULC Elizabeth Gregory Home Daily Sanctuary Art Center 5 times weekly Teen Feed 2 times weekly ULu Women s Shelter - Daily ULC Outreach in Seattle Church Council of Greater Seattle Compass Housing Alliance Community Lunch at Central LC Earth Ministry Faith Action Network Lutheran Campus Ministry - UW Lutheran Community Services NW Open Door Ministries University Churches Emergency Fund University District Foodbank Young Adult Shelter (ROOTS) 1604 NE 50th St, Seattle, WA Facebook - University Lutheran Church - Seattle WELCOME! Welcome to University Lutheran Church! We welcome you into the life and ministry of this congregation, and pray that as you worship with us and become familiar with our people and our many activities, you will discover a place to belong and a way to participate in this corporate ministry of Jesus Christ. ULC is in a period of transition. In September, Pastor Tim Wolbrecht was installed as our interim pastor. Our Transition Team is in place, and working to prepare for the formation of a Call Committee in 2017 to bring a new pastor to ULC. ULC is also in a period of celebration. We are enjoying monthly special events as we give thanks for our first 100 years and look toward an exciting future. ULC is a metropolitan congregation, committed to being a vital ministry in the University District and the world. We offer a variety of liturgies for worship in order to make a joyful noise unto God every Sunday. As a Reconciling in Christ Congregation, we affirm the dignity and worth of people of all races, ethnic backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identity, social status, age, physical capability and economic condition. As a Greening Congregation, we strive to be faithful stewards of God s creation. As an Advocating Congregation we make our voices known to our governing authorities on behalf of those who are crying out for justice and peace. Your presence here is a blessing to us. Please join us for coffee and fellowship in the lounge after the service. v Office Hours: Monday thru Thursday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM Church Staff Tim Wolbrecht, Interim Pastor tim_wolbrecht@hotmail.com Mari Mitchell-Putnam, Church Administrator: adminmari@universitylutheranseattle.org Brian Higham, Minister of Music musicminister@universitylutheranseattle.org Wm. Fletcher Bryant, Organist organist@universitylutheranseattle.org Gia Alfieri, Nursery Coordinator: nursery@universitylutheranseattle.org Jorge Ferrer, Custodian: custodian@universitylutheranseattle.org