Baptism of Our Lord Saturday, January 12 th & Sunday, January 13 th Lord of Life Lutheran Church A caring congregation in a special ministry Worship 5:00 pm Saturday 8:30 and 10:30 am Sunday A member congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America (ELCA) A Stephen Ministry Congregation
Welcome to worship at Lord of Life! You are invited to worship with us in the quiet of prayer, in the joy of song, and in the desire to grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord Jesus Christ. We gather at the Lord s Table today. Here He is the host we are the guests. Here He nourishes us with the food and drink of the full assurance of our salvation in Him. If you wish to receive communion in your seat, please notify an usher prior to the service. We ask our guests to fill out a guest card and place it either in the offering plate or at the Welcome Center. To help facilitate the get-acquainted process, please wear your nametag to all services and church functions. Hearing devices are available during worship; obtain one from an usher. Please ask an usher if you would benefit from a large print worship bulletin. In case of an emergency please contact an usher before calling 911. Prelude O Morning Star, How Fair and Bright! Nicolai/Buxtehude Gathering Song O Morning Star, How Fair and Bright! vs. 1,3,4 ELW 308 2
Greeting The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the commission of the Holy Spirit be with you all. And also with you. 3
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WORD First Reading Isaiah 43:1-7 Near the end of Israel's exile in Babylon, God promises to bring them home. They need no longer be afraid, because the one who formed, created, and called them by name now redeems them from all their enemies. God declares them precious and honored, and God loves them. 1But now thus says the Lord, he who created you, O Jacob, he who formed you, O Israel: Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. 2 When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and through the rivers, they shall not overwhelm you; when you walk through fire you shall not be burned, and the flame shall not consume you. 3 For I am the Lord your God, the Holy One of Israel, your Savior. I give Egypt as your ransom, Ethiopia and Seba in exchange for you. 4 Because you are precious in my sight, and honored, and I love you, I give people in return for you, nations in exchange for your life. 5 Do not fear, for I am with you; I will bring your offspring from the east, and from the west I will gather you; 6 I will say to the north, "Give them up," and to the south, "Do not withhold; bring my sons from far away and my daughters from the end of the earth 7 everyone who is called by my name, whom I created for my glory, whom I formed and made." The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Special Music 5:00 Healing River Celebration Choir 8:30 He Never Failed Me Yet Chancel Choir Napoleon Bradley, soloist 10:30 The God of Abraham Praise Sheila Johnson Soma & Ray Kutz Cherwein Ray Lowry arr. Carrie Wickens 5
Psalm 29 Ascribe to the Lord, you gods, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength. Ascribe to the Lord the glory due God's name; worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. The voice of the Lord is upon the waters; the God of glory thunders; the Lord is upon the mighty waters. The voice of the Lord is a powerful voice; the voice of the Lord is a voice of splendor. The voice of the Lord breaks the cedar trees; the Lord breaks the cedars of Lebanon; the Lord makes Lebanon skip like a calf, and Mount Hermon like a young wild ox. The voice of the Lord bursts forth in lightning flashes. The voice of the Lord shakes the wilderness; the Lord shakes the wilderness of Kadesh. The voice of the Lord makes the oak trees writhe and strips the forests bare. And in the temple of the Lord all are crying, "Glory!" The Lord sits enthroned above the flood; the Lord sits enthroned as king forevermore. O Lord, give strength to your people; give them, O Lord, the blessings of peace. The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. 6
Gospel Acclamation The Holy Gospel according to Luke the 3rd Chapter Glory to you, O Lord. Luke 3: 15-17, 21-22 The reading opens with questions about the identity of the Messiah. John the Baptist insists that he is not the Messiah; instead he points ahead to one who is coming. And whether the voice of God was heard by all or only by Jesus, God settles the matter: Jesus is God's beloved Son. 15As the people were filled with expectation, and all were questioning in their hearts concerning John, whether he might be the Messiah, 16 John answered all of them by saying, "I baptize you with water; but one who is more powerful than I is coming; I am not worthy to untie the thong of his sandals. He will baptize you with the Holy Spirit and fire. 17 His winnowing fork is in his hand, to clear his threshing floor and to gather the wheat into his granary; but the chaff he will burn with unquenchable fire." 21Now when all the people were baptized, and when Jesus also had been baptized and was praying, the heaven was opened, 22 and the Holy Spirit descended upon him in bodily form like a dove. And a voice came from heaven, "You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased." The Gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ Sermon 7
Hymn of the Day You Are Mine ELW 581 8
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 Prayers of Intercession Offering 9
Offertory Brightest and Best Rasley We bless you, O God, gracious and merciful; you bring forth food from the earth and nourish your whole creation. Turn our hearts toward those who hunger that all may know your care. Prepare us now to feast upon your mercy; Jesus Christ, the bread of life. Amen. 10
MEAL Preface It is indeed right and good we praise your name and join their unending hymn: 11
Holy God, you alone are holy, you alone are God. The universe declares your praise: beyond the stars, beneath the sea, within each cell, with every breath. (bells) Generations bless your faithfulness: through the waters, across the wilderness, by night and day, out of exile, into the future. (bells) 12
We give you thanks for your Son: at the heart of human life, near to those who suffer, beside the sinner, among the poor, with us now. (bells) 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. Remembering his love for us on the way, at the table, and to the end, we proclaim the mystery of faith: We pray for the gift of your Spirit in our gathering, upon this bread, within this cup, among your people, throughout the world. Blessing, praise, and thanks to you, Holy God, for your mercy, through Christ Jesus, by your Spirit, in your Church, without end. 13
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. The gifts of God for the people of God. Thanks be to God. Distribution of the Sacrament Invitation to Communion Holy Communion today is in the ancient and festive manner called intinction. After you receive the communion wafer, dip it into the wine or grape juice, whichever is your preference. The wine is in the chalice; the grape juice is in the glass. If you wish to have the communion server dip the bread in wine for you and place it in your mouth, simply point to your mouth. You may then return to your seat. All are welcome to receive the Sacrament. 14
Brightest and Best of the Stars ELW 303 15
As with Gladness Men of Old ELW 302 16
Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart ELW 800 17
Post Communion Canticle By Your Hand You Feed Your People 18
Sending Song Remember and Rejoice ELW 454 Go in peace. Share the good news. Thanks be to God. Postlude Let the Bright Seraphim Handel/Pethel You are invited to coffee fellowship in the Social Hall across the Courtyard between the Sunday worship service. Please recycle bulletins in boxes in the Narthex. Next Week s Lessons: Isaiah 62:1-5, Psalm 36:5-10, John 2:1-11 19
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January Gratitude Gift - Feed My Starving Children MobilePack Total: $5,800 Plans are well underway for the FMSC MobilePack event to be held on our campus February 8 and 9. You may register for a packing shift at the Chili Feed Fundraiser on January 16 at 5pm in the Social Hall. A free-will offering will be collected with proceeds going toward meeting our $22,000 fundraising goal. Those not attending the Chili Feed may also register online at www.lolaz.org by clicking on the FMSC logo. Help in registering is available by calling 623-322-5457 or emailing register@lolaz.org. This year s event will provide five opportunities for packing, with 120 volunteers needed per shift. Available shifts are: Friday, February 8: Set-up 9am-11am; Noon 2pm; 3pm-5pm; 6pm-8pm and Saturday, February 9: 9am-11am; 11:45am-1:45pm; Tear-down 1:45-until completed. http://community.elca.org/elcagoodgifts. Wheelbarrow Returns for January 2019 & That Is Super! Our goal for the soup collection this month is 836. Last week we reached 258! Three weeks to go. Thank you for a great start. From the Parish Nurse - January 14: 1:00-2:00 pm. What is Dementia? Facilitated by Hospice of the Valley. - January 31: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm. A Challenging Journey. A mini dementia conference facilitated by Dr. Maribeth Gallagher. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked at Lord of Life Heart disease is a silent disease. Get your blood pressure checked after the 5:00pm Saturday service or at 9:30am between the Sunday services. The LOL BP room is staffed by members who are doctors, nurses and paramedics. Organ Marathon on Sunday, January 20, from 2:00-5:00 pm. You are welcome to stay and listen/enjoy for 30 minutes, for 3 hours, or anything in between. The freewill donations go toward teens studying organ; therefore, it is called Phoenix Youth Rising. It is here at Lord of Life. All are welcome. Fine Arts and Crafts meets THIS Wednesday at 1 pm in the Sanctuary. Bring or come to enjoy some music as well as enjoying the art work of Regina Cirillo in the Social Hall entrance. We will interview her and ask questions about her Art. All are welcome. Gleaning Your Lord of Life gleaners will begin picking citrus fruit for St. Mary s Food Bank on Tuesday, January 22. Please call Gayle Snyder at 623 214-6399 to get your home on the list for picking. Before making the contact, check with your neighbors if they would like their trees done. Often when we are picking, neighbors will come over and ask if we can do their trees. We plan ahead our 21
locations and times. Often we cannot add more homes on a given day. Also call if you d like to glean with us. The cost, which is $25, goes to St. Mary s Food Bank. January Saturday Nite Life, January 26 at 6:15 pm Entertainment will be our own LOL Big Band! They are comprised of members from Lord of Life and the community. These outstanding musicians come from many walks of life and some have played in famous Big Bands during the 40 s and 50 s eras. They ll play a lot of toe-tapping favorites. We ll have an Italian themed dinner with cheese ravioli lasagna with meat sauce, green garden salad, broccoli parmesan and dessert. Tickets are $10.00 and can be purchased starting Jan. 5 th at the Church Office and around worship services on the weekend. Come enjoy the Big Band music. They always put on an exciting show! Housing Needed for Luther Students We are privileged to have the LUTHER COLLEGE BAND give a concert on March 27 at 7 pm at LOL. We need to provide housing for the approximately 65 members of the band. If you are able to house two or three band members the night of the 27th, serve them breakfast and give them a ride back to the church the morning of the 28th, please contact Sherry Hoel at 623-640-5459 or sehoel@yahoo.com. Those of us who have hosted these college band and choir members in the past have so enjoyed the short time spent with them in our homes. Bible Study: Starting Wednesday, February 6 Pastor Kim will be teaching a class entitled: The Women of the Apocrypha we will learn about these secret books as well as some very brave women. This will be a four week class. meeting on Wednesday mornings from 10-11:30. (Please note: This Bible Study was originally scheduled to start in January now February 6) 22
Assisting in Worship Saturday 5:00 PM Communion Assistants: Karen Bender, Rick Maki, Sandy Nesvik, Norma Linse, J.Ann Stelow, Eileen Bannon Altar Guild: Jane Krogh, Gail Peterson Lector: Joe Carucci Greeters: Char & Don Swanson Assisting in Worship Sunday 8:30 AM Acolyte: Communion Assistants: Altar Guild: Lector: Greeters: Welcome Center: Fellowship Hour: Dave Wascher Judi & Darnell Lundstrum, Ann & Ed Ellenson, Mary & John Sersland, Sally Haugan, Jan Yetter, Buggie Anderson, Lori Jensen, Delaine Donohue, Joyce Trangsrud, Gloria Melby, Sharon Van Hauen Phyllis Stageberg Judy & Jim Clark Lori Jensen Janis & Wayne Harbison, David & Suzie Hodnik Assisting in Worship Sunday 10:30 AM Acolyte: Communion Assistants: Altar Guild: Lector: Greeters: Welcome Center: Mick Anderson Karen & Glenn Austad, Jim Braun, Theresa Summers, Bonnie & Ron Siegel Nancy Johnson, Carole Oien Glenn Austad Cheryl & Jim Locke Suzanne Thomas 23
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