Magi: Who Were These Wise Guys? SUNDAY, JANUARY 6, 2019 MISSION STATEMENT Union Congregational Church, is a community of diverse believers, sharing with one another and accepting of all. With God's unconditional love, we come together to worship, to nurture each other and to reach out with love to all persons.
Union Congregational Church United Church of Christ P.O. Box 10, 401 Lake Ave. E -- Hackensack, Minnesota 56452 Website: www.unioncchackensack.com E-mail: unionucc401@gmail.com (218) 675-6300 Emergency (563-320-5360) Rev. Torri Vande Zande Pastor THE SERVICE OF WORSHIP (Pease turn off all electronic devices they interfere with the organ) WE GATHER AS PEOPLE WHO ARE CALLED BY God No matter who you are or where you are on life s journey, you are welcome here! PRELUDE WORDS OF WELCOME Rev. Torri Vande Zande ANNOUNCEMENTS PREPARING OURSELVES FOR WORSHIP TIME OF SILENCE AND REFLECTION PRAYER (Unison) God we come here today in anticipation for what You will do in our lives this year. We thank you for family and friends who have walked by our side. We are grateful for Your guidance and protection and we ask that You continue to do so as we come into a new year. Amen. SONG (TNCH #126) Angels, from the Realms of Glory Page 7 THE PASSING OF THE PEACE (Greeting our neighbors, extending hands) Leader: The peace of God be with you. Response: And also with you. 2
PRAISE SONG Sing to the Glory Sing to the glory of the God who creates us, Sing to the glory of the Christ who redeems us, Sing to the glory of the Holy Spirit, who sustains and comforts us; As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, World without end, world without end, world without end. Amen. WE LISTEN FOR GODS WORDS SCRIPTURE Matthew 2:1-12 SERMON Magi: Who Were Those Wise Guys? Rev. Torri Vande Zande SONG Go Tell It on the Mountain WE RESPOND IN THOUGHTS, WORDS AND DEEDS SHARING OF JOYS IN CONCERNS (Praises and prayer requests) PASTORAL PRAYER LORD S PRAYER Our God, in heaven and here on earth, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your 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 yours is the kingdom, and the power and glory forever. Amen. THE OFFERING OF OUR TALENTS AND TREASURE DOXOLOGY Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God for all the Love has done; Creator, Christ and Spirit, One. Amen. 3
SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION Invitation Pastor: In company with all believers in every time and beyond time, we come to this table to know the risen Christ in the breaking of the bread. God be with you. People: And also with you Pastor: Lift up your hearts People: We lift them to God Pastor: Let us give thanks to God Most High People: It is right to give God thanks and praise SACRAMENT OF COMMUNION PRAYER OF DEDICATION (Unison) God we ask that You be present with us throughout our lives. Teach us how to see You in the little things and remember what You have done for us. Help us to recognize those who are in need and give us the courage and strength to do Your will. May You use us to create Your kingdom here on earth by extending hope, peace, joy and love to those around us. BENEDICTION SONG May God s Blessing May God s blessing shine upon us, May we go in peace, to love and serve the Lord. Amen, Amen POSTLUDE ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ CALENDAR SUNDAY, JANUARY 6: 9:00 AM Choir Rehearsal 10:00 AM Worship Service in Friendship Hall 10:00 AM Nursery downstairs for infants 4 years old 11:00 AM COFFEE AND FELLOWSHIP in the Friendship Hall 5:30 PM Games in Friendship Hall 4
MONDAY, JANUARY 7: 10:00 AM 11:30 AM Upper Room Bible Study (Library) 1:30 PM 2:30 PM Bone Builders (Lower Level) TUESDAY, JANUARY 8: 9:00 AM Men s Fellowship (Friendship Hall) 9:30 AM Called to Care (Library) 12:00 PM Financial Stewardship Meeting (Library) WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 9: 1:30 PM 2:30 PM Bone Builders (Lower Level) 5:30 PM Family Table (Lower Level) THURSDAY, JANUARY 10: 1:00 PM Women s Fellowship (Friendship Hall) FRIDAY, JANUARY 11: Happy Birthday: Todd Shaner 9:00 AM 12:00 PM Morning Out (Lower Level) 1:30 PM 2:30 PM Bone Builders (Lower Level) SATURDAY, JANUARY 12: Happy Birthday: Jerry Trout, Jack Nissly SUNDAY, JANUARY 13: 9:00 AM Choir Rehearsal 10:00 AM Worship Service in Friendship Hall 10:00 AM Nursery downstairs for infants 4 years old 11:00 AM COFFEE AND FELLOWSHIP in the Friendship Hall MISSION OF THE MONTH CHRISTMAS FUND / VETERANS OF THE CROSS 5
HELP NEEDED The Clothing Depot at the Walker Area Food Shelf is in desperate need of men s winter clothing (coats, boots, hats, mittens, scarves, etc.) AND winter coats in all sizes. Donations will be gratefully accepted at the Food Shelf every Tuesday between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Should you require delivery assistance, please contact your Food Shelf coordinator. Additionally, should you have Christmas or holiday extras you could share, we will accept those donations as well. Many thanks for your continued support of the Walker Area Food Shelf. MONDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY - Monday Morning Bible Study meets at 10:00 AM for conversation and coffee. Bible Study using Upper Room materials begins 10:30-11:30 AM. Join this warm, active group as we share our journey through life with faith, hope, and laughter. GIVE THE GIFT OF LIFE BY DONATING BLOOD Start the New Year right by checking your blood donor eligibility. Blood is a valuable natural resource within each of us. By donating blood we can share our joy in life and God s love with others. Many people think they can t donate, often due to outdated or misunderstood information. You can contact Vitalant (formerly United Blood Services) at 877-25-VITAL to check your eligibility and get more information. Blood, like love, is for sharing. Please be a volunteer blood donor at the Hackensack Lions Blood Drive on Wed., January 16 th at St. Paul s Lutheran Church in Hackensack. Call Faith in Action at 218-675-5435 to set up an appointment and let us know if you need a ride to get there. On behalf of patients who will benefit, thank you! 6
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