January 6, 2019 8:15am Service Large Print Bulletin Welcome to Elk River Lutheran Church! We are a forward-thinking congregation, striving to create community that brings joy and hope. Worshipping together since December 2009, we believe that all people are welcome in the Lord s house, to hear the Word, share the Sacraments, and become strengthened for the life of faith. We are a child friendly congregation and welcome kids with their wiggles and noises in worship. We are also aware that as a parent, time away from wiggles and noises can be a blessing too. You will find our staffed nursery (For children 5 and under) in the far corner of the fellowship hall. We encourage everyone to take a moment to sign the worship registration slip and place it in the offering plate. We hope and pray you have a wonderful worship experience here today and invite you to join us again.
The Gathering of God s People WELCOME GATHERING HYMN: He Came Down (ELW 253) 1 He came down that we may have love; have love; have love; hallelujah forevermore. 2 He came down that we may have light; have light; have light; hallelujah forevermore. 3 He came down that we may have peace; have peace; have peace; hallelujah forevermore. 4 He came down that we may have joy; have joy; have joy; hallelujah forevermore. CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS In the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. God of all mercy and consolation, come to the help of your people, turning us from our sin to live for you alone. Give us the power of your Holy Spirit that we may confess our sin, receive your
forgiveness, and grow into the fullness of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another. Most merciful God, we confess that we are captive to sin and cannot free ourselves. We have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in your will and walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy name. Amen. In the mercy of almighty God, Jesus Christ was given to die for us, and for his sake God forgives us all our sins. As a called and ordained minister of the church of Christ, and by his authority, I therefore declare to you the entire forgiveness of all your sins, in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. GREETING The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you.
Hymn of Praise Glory be to God (to the tune of Angels We Have Heard On High ) Glory to God in the highest, and peace to God s people on earth. Lord God, heavenly King, almighty God and Father, we worship you, we give you thanks, we praise you for your glory. Lord Jesus Christ, only Son of the Father, Lord God, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world: have mercy on us; you are seated at the right hand of the Father: receive our prayer. For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the Father. Amen. Prayer of the Day: Let us pray. O God, on this day you revealed your Son to the nations by the leading of a star. Lead us now by faith to know your presence in our lives, and bring us at last to the full vision of your glory, through your Son, Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. Amen. FIRST READING: Isaiah 60:1-6 1Arise, shine; for your light has come,
and the glory of the LORD has risen upon you. 2For darkness shall cover the earth, and thick darkness the peoples; but the LORD will arise upon you, and his glory will appear over you. 3Nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your dawn. 4Lift up your eyes and look around; they all gather together, they come to you; your sons shall come from far away, and your daughters shall be carried on their nurses arms. 5Then you shall see and be radiant; your heart shall thrill and rejoice, because the abundance of the sea shall be brought to you, the wealth of the nations shall come to you. 6A multitude of camels shall cover you, the young camels of Midian and Ephah; all those from Sheba shall come. They shall bring gold and frankincense, and shall proclaim the praise of the LORD. GOSPEL ACCLAMATION Allelulia Alleluia. Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life. Alleluia. Alleluia. Gospel Reading: Matthew 2:1-12 1In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, 2asking, Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage.
3When King Herod heard this, he was frightened, and all Jerusalem with him; 4and calling together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah was to be born. 5They told him, In Bethlehem of Judea; for so it has been written by the prophet: 6 And you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for from you shall come a ruler who is to shepherd my people Israel. 7Then Herod secretly called for the wise men and learned from them the exact time when the star had appeared. 8Then he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, Go and search diligently for the child; and when you have found him, bring me word so that I may also go and pay him homage. 9When they had heard the king, they set out; and there, ahead of them, went the star that they had seen at its rising, until it stopped over the place where the child was. 10When they saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy. 11On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother; and they knelt down and paid him homage. Then, opening their treasure chests, they offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. 12And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they left for their own country by another road. P: THE GOSPEL OF THE LORD ALL: PRAISE TO YOU, O CHRIST CHILDREN S MESSAGE SERMON PASTOR NATHAN MUGAAS
HYMN OF THE DAY: WE THREE KINGS VERSE 1 We, three kings of Orient, are Bearing gifts we traverse afar. Field and fountain, moor and mountain, Following yonder star. CHORUS O star of wonder, star of night. Star with royal beauty bright. Westward leading, still proceeding, Guide us to Thy perfect light. VERSE 2 Born a King on Bethlehem's plain, Gold I bring to crown Him again. King forever, ceasing never, Over us all to reign. VERSE 3 Frankincense to offer have I, Incense owns a Deity nigh; CHORUS O star of wonder, star of night. Star with royal beauty bright. Westward leading, still proceeding, Prayer and praising gladly raising, Worship Him, God on high. VERSE 4 Myrrh is mine, its bitter perfume Breathes a life of gathering gloom: Sorr wing, sighing, bleeding, dying, Sealed in the stone cold tomb. CHORUS O star of wonder, star of night. Star with royal beauty bright. Westward leading, still proceeding, Guide us to Thy perfect light. VERSE 5 Glorious now behold Him arise, King and God and sacrifice; Alleluia, alleluia! Sounds through the earth and skies.
Guide us to Thy perfect light. APOSTLES CREED: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God s only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. BIDDING PRAYER Each prayer petition ends with a time for silent prayer and reflection, and then the following call and response: Lord, in your mercy, Hear our prayer. SHARING THE PEACE OFFERTORY Amazing Grace Featuring Jim Waydula with Taylor Quinn
OFFERTORY PRAYER: Let us pray, Holy God, gracious and merciful, you bring forth food from the earth and nourish your whole creation. Turn our hearts toward those who hunger in any way, that all may know your care; and prepare us now to feast on the bread of life, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. GREAT THANKSGIVING P: The Lord be with you. C: And also with you. P: Lift up your hearts. C: We lift them to the Lord. P: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. C: It is right to give our thanks and praise. HOLY, HOLY, HOLY Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of pow r and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna. Hosanna. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. WORDS OF INSTITUTION: P: In the night in which he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus took bread, and 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. Again, after supper, he 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. THE LORD S PRAYER: C: 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 COMMUNION INVITATION LAMB OF GOD Lamb of God you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; have mercy on us. Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world; grant us peace. COMMUNION DISTRIBUTION COMMUNION HYMN THE FIRST NOEL (ELW 300) 1 The first Noel the angel did say was to certain poor shepherds in fields as they lay; in fields where they lay, keeping their sheep, on a cold winter's night that was so deep. Refrain
Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel! Born is the King of Israel. 2 They looked up and saw a star shining in the east beyond them far; and to the earth it gave great light, and so it continued both day and night. Refrain 3 And by the light of that same star three wise men came from country far; to seek for a king was their intent, and to follow the star wherever it went. Refrain 4 This star drew near to the northwest, o'er Bethlehem it took its rest; and there it did both stop and stay right over the place where Jesus lay. Refrain 5 Then entered in those wise men three, full rev'rently upon their knee, and offered there in his presence their gold, and myrrh, and frankincense. Refrain COMMUNION HYMN 1 What child is this, who, laid to rest, on Mary's lap is sleeping? Whom angels greet with anthems sweet while shepherds watch are keeping? This, this is Christ the king, WHAT CHILD IS THIS whom shepherds guard and angels sing; haste, haste to bring him laud, the babe, the son of Mary! 2 Why lies he in such mean estate
where ox and ass are feeding? Good Christian, fear; for sinners here the silent Word is pleading. Nails, spear shall pierce him through, the cross be borne for me, for you; hail, hail the Word made flesh, the babe, the son of Mary! 3 So bring him incense, gold, and myrrh; come, peasant, king, to own him. The King of kings salvation brings; let loving hearts enthrone him. Raise, raise the song on high, the virgin sings her lullaby; joy, joy, for Christ is born, the babe, the son of Mary! Communion Blessing The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in God's grace. Amen. Communion Prayer Let us pray. We give you thanks, almighty God, that you have refreshed us through the healing power of this gift of life. In your mercy, strengthen us through this gift, in faith toward you and in fervent love toward one another; for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. COMMUNITY ANNOUNCEMENTS TEMPLE TALK ERLC YOUTH
BLESSING OF CONGREGATION The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord s face shine on you with grace and mercy. The Lord look upon you with favor and give you peace. Amen. SENDING HYMN 1 Arise, your light has come! The Spirit's call obey; show forth the glory of your God which shines on you today. 2 Arise, your light has come! Fling wide the prison door; proclaim the captive's liberty, good tidings to the poor. Arise, Your Light Has Come! 3 Arise, your light has come! All you in sorrow born, bind up the brokenhearted ones and comfort those who mourn. 4 Arise, your light has come! The mountains burst in song! Rise up like eagles on the wing, God's pow'r will make us strong. Sending Dialog P: Go in peace. Share the Good News! All: We will! Thanks be to God!
ANNOUNCEMENTS SUNDAY 1/6: Flamingo Flocking fundraiser begins; 9:20am LiFT! Resumes MONDAY 1/7: 10:00am Sanctuary and Resistance of Injustice Meeting at UCC; 6pm Hospitality Meeting at Rockwoods, Otsego TUESDAY 1/8: 9:30am Bible Study and Quilting; 7pm Women s Monthly Gather Bible Study WEDNESDAY 1/9: 4:30pm Worship/Music Team meeting; 6:30pm Choir Rehearsal and Confirmation; 7:30pm 5 Youth Group THURSDAY 1/9: 4pm Council Officers Meeting; 6:30pm Worship Band Rehearsal; 7pm The Way Out (AA) SATURDAY 1/12: 8am Men s Bible Study SUNDAY 1/13: Camp Sunday Jody Johnson of Luther Crest Bible Camp here; 8:15am Traditional Service; 9:20 am LiFT! Family Sunday School and Worship Band Rehearsal; 10:30am Contemporary Worship Flamingo Flocking Fundraiser runs through January 30 th. Support our Youth on their Summer Mission Trip and bring a smile to someone s face with a yard full of flamingos! February is Meals on Wheels Month for ERLC. Contact Garnet Novotny if interested in serving. Call 763-370-7710 Elk River Lutheran Church 729 Main Street Elk River, MN 55330 763-595-1216 Office Hours Sermons and Bulletins posted online at www.elkriverlutheran.org Follow us on Facebook: facebook.com/elkriverlutheran M-Th 9am 4pm, F Closed
Praise the Lord (joys and answered prayers): Phyllis Lehrke, infusions are done, thanks for the prayers! In Sorrow: For Support: Newly elected leaders, judges and officials across our nation All Military Personnel and their families Jim Pennington s daughter Rebecca in loss of a friend Barbara Sherida, Mother of Melissa Macari-Coons, Demintia Tilly Tilford (Pastor Nathan s sister-in-law) Army National Guard, deployed in Kuwait Health concerns: Carol Sindelir Steve Lindberg, continued recovery LeRoy Wegscheid Gary Ristau, battling cancer Gene Conley, battling cancer Hazel Norris Ruth Lemke, cardiac tests Marcia Walhaug (Pastor Nathan s Aunt) in treatments for breast cancer Josh Como Colette Horne, Bruce Bourdeaux s mom Ryan Vevle, upcoming sugery John Ernst and Carol Black, for John s recovery