Liturgy At Holy Trinity Lutheran Church November 22, 2015 + 10:30 a.m. Last Sunday of the Year
Prelude Lobe den Herren John Behnke (b. 1953) Praise to the Lord, the almighty Paul Manz (1919-2009) O Antiphon O Ruler of Nations The O Antiphons have been cherished for Christians for centuries. Each antiphon uses a title for Christ taken from the Hebrew scriptures, and each one is the basis for a stanza of the beloved Advent hymn, O, come, o, come, Emmanuel. Confession / Kyrie Help Us Create SACRED SPACE by powering down Please do not use cell phones and other electronic devices. All sing: O come, O King of nations, come, O Cornerstone that binds in one: refresh the hearts that long for you; restore the broken, make us new. Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to you, O Israel. Gathering The ringing of the meditation bowl calls us to silence, centering and reflection as we prepare for worship. Following the introduction to the hymn, please stand and face the font at the rear of the nave. Turn to face the cross as it enters; you may bow as the cross passes, honoring the mystery of our salvation. Incense, used in Christian and Jewish worship since ancient times, is part of our multi-sensory liturgy. The assembly, gospel book, and table all signs of Christ's presence among us are honored with incense, representing the rising of our prayers and praise. This antiphon clearly addresses the savior as the king of the gentiles (Jer.10:7) and the Desired One of the nations. The Messiah is the cornerstone on whom our spiritual foundations are laid, but on whom unbelievers stumble (Matt. 21:42). This cornerstone unites and binds Jew and gentile into one, making peace between them. All may make the sign of the cross, the sign that is marked at baptism, as the presiding minister begins. Responses as indicated by the presider. [2]
Gathering Hymn Lift Up Your Heads, O Mighty Gates Text: George Weissel (1590-1635); tr. Catherin Winkworth (1827-1878); para. Psalm 24:7-10 Music [TRURO}: Thomas Williams Psalmodia Evangelica, 1789. The presiding minister bows toward the assembly which is the body of Christ and the primary symbol of God s presence in the liturgy. 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. Let us pray Amen ~ be seated ~ Greeting Prayer of the Day [3]
Word First Reading Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14 The Daniel excerpt is appointed for Christ the King because it is a significant Old Testament passage cast in monarchical imagery that since the first century Christians have applied to Christ. The Ancient One on a throne is God, and the one like a human being who stands before God is Jesus Christ, whom all peoples now serve. Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. Psalm 93 Setting: Robert Buckley Farlee The choir sings the refrain and the assembly repeats. The choir and assembly sing alternate verses. Refrain: Tone: The LORD is king, robed in majesty; the LORD is robed in majesty and armed with strength. The LORD has made the world so sure that it can- not be moved. Ever since the world began, your throne has been established; you are from everlasting. Refrain The waters have lifted up, O LORD, the waters have lifted up their voice; the waters have lifted up their pounding waves. Mightier than the sound of many waters, mightier than the breakers of the sea, mightier is the LORD who dwells on high. Your testimonies are very sure, and holiness befits your house, O LORD, forever and for- evermore. Refrain [4]
The Revelation excerpt is laden with language that describes Christ. He is faithful to God s call; he died as a witness to his faith; he is the first recipient of the final resurrection; he, not the Roman emperor, is King of kings; his blood freed us from sin; his authority has made the community a kingdom of priests who serve God; he rules all things; he will come again with the clouds, that is, as the presence of God, who is God past, present, and future, the A and Z of the Greek alphabet, the beginning and ending of everything. The passage indicates that no one metaphor is sufficient in our descriptions of God, important to note on this festival on which one single image is celebrated. Word of God, word of life. Thanks be to God. Stand to welcome the gospel and turn to face the book as the gospel is read in the midst of the assembly. Second Reading Revelation 1:4b-8 Gospel Acclamation Setting: Carl F. Schalk Blessed is the one who comes in the name of the Lord. Blessed is the coming kingdom of our ancestor David. (Mark 11:9) Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia. Today the lectionary appoints a reading from John, since Mark s gospel does not elaborate on the metaphor of Christ as king. In this excerpt, Jesus is paradoxically a king since, rather than exert his own dominion over others, he testifies to the truth of God. The trial before Pilate is part of the way of the cross: the king will reign on the cross. The holy gospel according to John. Glory to you, O Lord. The gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ. ~ be seated ~ Following the sermon there is a time of silence for reflection and quiet meditation. Our liturgy is not only made up of words, gestures and music, but also moments of silence. ~ please stand ~ Gospel John 18:33-37 As the gospel is announced, you may trace a small cross on your forehead, lips and breast, a prayer that the Word may dwell in our minds, on our lips and in our hearts. Sermon Silence [5]
Hymn of the Day Welcome of New Members Introduction Apostles Creed Address and Questions #760 O Christ the Same With the whole church, let us confess our faith. 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. In baptism, we are welcomed into the body of Christ and sent to share in the mission of God. We are called to live among God's faithful people, to hear the word of God and share in the Lord's supper, to proclaim the good news of God in Christ through word and deed, to serve all people, following the example of Jesus, and to strive for justice and peace in all the earth. Sisters and brothers in Christ, do you intend to continue in the covenant of your baptism among God's people in this place? Those being welcomed respond. I do, and I ask God to help and guide me. [6]
People of God, do you promise to support and pray for these new members in their life in Christ? We do, and we ask God to help and guide us. Let us welcome these sisters and brothers in Christ to this community of faith. We rejoice with you in the life of baptism. Together we will give thanks and praise to God and proclaim the good news to all the world. After each petition: Let us pray. Come, Lord Jesus. The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you. ~ be seated ~ Meal We invite newcomers to fill out the yellow welcome slip and place it in the offering plate. Please note more about offerings on the inside back cover. Today s loose offering is designated for The Night Ministry. Checks and envelope offerings support Holy Trinity s overall ministry unless designated otherwise. #855 Crown Him with Many Crowns stanza 2 women stanza 3 sung in harmony stanza 4 men ~ please stand ~ Welcome Prayers of Intercession Peace The assembly is invited to share God s peace with one another saying, Peace be with you, or similar words. Offering Offertory Hymn Great Thanksgiving Dialogue and preface [7]
The thanksgiving includes the following: Holy, Holy Eucharistic Prayer The thanksgiving uses the seven O Antiphon images for Christ: Wisdom, Lawgiver, Branch of Jesse's tree, Key of David, Dawning Day, Sovereign, and Emmanuel. The Lord s Prayer As a sign of openness to the divine presence, you may join the presider in praying the Our Father with the ancient gesture of extended hands. [8]
Wait for the Lord Sung three times. Please remain standing. ~ be seated ~ All are welcome at Christ's table, including children. Bread is received in the hands. Wine is received either by drinking from the (silver) common cup, or by saving the bread and dipping it in the second (glass) cup. Gluten-free wafers are available from the presiding minister. Those not communing may come forward for a blessing, keeping your hands extended over your chest. For those unable to consume either wine or bread, communion is received fully in either element alone. Text may be found in Hymn 254. ~ please stand ~ Communion Communion Anthem Come, thou longexpected Jesus Leland B. Sateren (1913-2007) Silence [9]
Prayer Blessing Sending Hymn Sending Having heard the word and shared the eucharist, we are sent to live our baptism through words and deeds, making known the love of Christ, and working for justice and peace in our families, communities, and world. Turn to face the cross as it recesses, you may bow as it passes, honoring the mystery of our salvation. #435 Lo! He Comes with Clouds Descending Sending Postlude Rhapsody on Helmsley Lloyd Webber (1914-1982) Go in peace. Christ is coming soon. Thanks be to God! Following the liturgy, several things happen simultaneously: some folks greet one another and converse; others listen to the organ postlude; and others move to the front of the church for a time of refreshments and social time. Presiding Minister Pr. Craig M. Mueller Preaching Minister Seminarian Preston Fields Minister Of Music David R. Brackley Assisting Minister Ryan LaHurd Sacristan Julie Sevig Serving in this Liturgy [10] Incense Seminarian Alex Clark Crucifer Grant Peterson Torchbearers Reid Peterson, Oliver Sevig Communion Assistants Erik Friend, Michael Schnell Intercessor Ann Sanders Readers Collin Anderson, Nora Shaffer Altar Guild Emily Anderson Ken Duckmann Meditation Bell Seminarian Preston Fields Coffee Hospitality Ryan & Carol LaHurd Welcome Hospitality Sofia Hindaileh, Kelly & Michael Johnson
Today s flowers are sponsored by Peter Wong November and Advent November is a hinge in the liturgical calendar. At one point, Advent was a longer season than it is today, often seven weeks. In our current lectionary, themes of Advent begin to creep up on us during November, like a thief in the night. During November our readings highlight the last times, judgment, and preparation for Christ s second coming. On the three last Sundays of the church year and the four Sundays of Advent, our liturgy will begin with one of the O Antiphons each one contains an image for Christ from the Hebrew scriptures, and forms the basis for the beloved hymn, O Come, O Come, Emmanuel. The Thanksgiving at Table also uses the seven O Antiphon images for Christ: Wisdom, Lawgiver, Branch of Jesse's tree, Key of David, Dawning Day, Sovereign, and Emmanuel. Parish Notes New Members Today Andrew Hedrick; Mary O Brien; Michael Fustin & Paul Hickey; Daniel Schleis & Jason Muldrow; Peter Haywood & Deanne McDonald; Sarah Barnhardt; James Stroker; George Guerrero; Kristin Nonbello; Camille & James Licklider, Jonas & Colin Thanksgiving Eve Worship & Pie Reception Thanksgiving Eve Service November 25, 7:15 p.m. Hymn Sing, Eucharist, and Pie Reception. Speak to Josh if you can bring a pie (since pumpkin will be popular on Thursday, we are inviting folks to also consider apple, pecan, or other flavors for this occasion). Let us know also if you can stay after and help clean up! Forum What About Mary? December 6 9:30 a.m. St. Mark s Room (each first Sunday of the month) Martin Luther held some views on Mary that might surprise many Protestants! What might these statements mean for us in the modern Lutheran Church? Join Seminarian Preston Fields in this Sunday Forum discussion. Advent At Holy Trinity: Mark Your Calendar + Wed, Dec 2, 7:00 p.m. - Holden Evening Prayer + Sat, Dec 5, 9:30 - noon - Advent Retreat + Sun, Dec 13, 4:00 p.m. - Advent/Christmas Festival with Holy Trinity choirs and orchestra. Lasagna dinner follows. [11]
Festival of Music for Advent & Christmas Sunday afternoon, December 13 th at 4:00 p.m. is the time! The Holy Trinity Choir, Children s Choir and full orchestra will fill the front of the church and present a beautiful program of music reflecting Advent hope as we anticipate the joy of Christmas! There will be uplifting moments of glorious singing as we all join the choirs and orchestra to sing together as well as quiet, reflective music to comfort and move us during this season of expectation. The transition from darkness to light in anticipation of the coming of Christ is a theme that runs throughout these weeks, and we will celebrate the coming light through the music of Kopylow, Bach, Händel, Rutter and many others. A lasagna dinner in Passavant Hall will follow the Festival, and all are invited. Don t miss this spectacular all-family event! HTLC Endowment Fund Grants Holy Trinity's Mission Endowment Committee is pleased to announce for the third year in a row the availability of a small number of grants that will extend our commitment to and support of mission beyond our congregation. Registered charities qualified under IRS 501(c)(3) are eligible to apply for grants of up to $1,500 with the endorsement and signature of a member of Holy Trinity Lutheran Church. The grant deadline for 2016 annual grants is January 15, 2016. You can download the application form at holytrinitychicago.org/endowment. Any questions which are not answered by reading the form may be directed to Adam Damerow, Mission Endowment Fund Committee Chair (adamerow@gmail.com). Commemorations for the Week + Clement November 23 (third bishop of Rome) + Miguel Agustín Pro November 23 (Jesuit priest and martyr from Mexico) + J. Falckner, J. Jones, W. Passavant November 24 (early American Lutherans) + Isaac Watts November 25 (hymnwriter) Holden Evening Prayer ADVENT CONTEMPLATIVE WORSHIP Wednesday, December 2 + 7:00 p.m. A quiet service of music and word featuring Marty Haugen s beloved Holden Evening Prayer [12]
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Do you sometimes want to put your life on pause and simply catch your breath? In the midst of our busy lives and December schedules, Advent invites us to pause, ponder, and reflect. Saturday, December 5 + 9:30 a.m. - Noon This Mini-Advent retreat ( The Advent Pause ) will be led by staff from Holy Trinity s Spiritual Life Center (Richard Bough, Carol Schickel, Karol Weigelt) Open Time Activities + Walk the labyrinth + + Create personal mandala + + Journaling/expressive writing + + Meditation + + Women s breathing circle + RSVP to office@htchicago.org or at back of church Worship Acknowledgements Text and music for the liturgy is reprinted from Sundays and Seasons.com. Copyright 2007 Augsburg Fortress. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission under Augsburg Fortress Liturgies Annual License # 26481. Holy, Holy, Holy, Acclamation, Amen. Music: A Community Mass, Richard T. Proulx (b. 1937) 1971 GIA Publications. Wait for the Lord. Text: Taize Community, Music: WAIT FOR THE LORD, Jaques Berthier, 1923-1994 1984 Les Presses de Taize. Unless otherwise noted, all other music and text reprinted under permission of OneLicense.net #A-707777. [14]
Newcomer or First Time? Welcome! + Whoever you are, wherever you're from, whatever the color of your skin, whomever you love or marry, or whatever your feelings about religion or spirituality, you are welcome here. + Please fill out a yellow slip in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate. + More information on Holy Trinity, Lutheranism, worship practices, marriage and baptisms at the welcome table. Upcoming baptism dates: December 6, January 10, April 3, May 22, July 24 + To families with small children: We are glad you are here! If your child needs a break from the service, feel free to walk to the narthex/back of the church. Nursery: open 9:15-10:30 a.m. Use the garden entrance on Addison; nursery is inside the door. Special children's bulletins are on a table at the back of the church. + Assisted hearing devices are available for those hard of hearing. Speak to an usher for details. + Offerings: We rely on the generosity of members and friends to support the programs, staff, building, and ministries of Holy Trinity and the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America. A large number of the congregation gives their offerings through Electronic Funds Transfer. You can also donate online at giving.htchicago.org, or just scan the QR code to the right with your smartphone. We still pass the offering plate as well! We appreciate your contributions of time, talent, and financial support! MEET KATIE Meet Katie Mineck, our Community Life Coordinator, at the back of the church following worship. She would be happy to answer questions or make an introduction. Contact her at clc@htchicago.org or Pr. Craig Mueller at cmueller@htchicago.org. NEW TO HOLY TRINITY?: Intro to Holy Trinity Event Next session: Feb. 4 7pm DO YOU CONSIDER HOLY TRINITY YOUR CHURCH HOME? Register by filling out the yellow slip in the pew rack and place it in the offering plate or register online at holytrinitychicago.org/register. You will receive our e-newsletter. [15]
PURPOSE STATEMENT Open to the Mystery Connect, Strengthen, and Serve with Joy! GUIDING PRINCIPLES Act with courage Be radically inclusive Cultivate empowering relationships Delight in God s beauty Engage with intention Holy Trinity: Lakeview 1218 W. Addison Street office@htchicago.org Holy Trinity: Loop 637 S. Dearborn Street info@htloop.org Lead Pastor Craig M. Mueller cmueller@htchicago.org Associate Pastor Michelle L. Sevig msevig@htchicago.org Assistant Pastor HTLoop Ben Adams badams@htchicago.org phone: 773.248.1233 web: holytrinitychicago.org Staff Parish Administrator Joshua R. Judd-Herzfeldt office@htchicago.org Minister of Music David R. Brackley dbrackley@htchicago.org Community Life Coordinator Katie Mineck clc@htchicago.org Accountant Paul Strome pstrome@htchicago.org Music Assistant Sean Diller music@htchicago.org A congregation of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America [16]