First Sunday of Christmas Service of the Word December 30, 2018 St. Philip s Lutheran Church 61 West Deane Park Drive Etobicoke, ON M9B 2S1 416.622.5577 stphilip@bellnet.ca www.stphilipstoronto.com Facebook: St Philip s Lutheran Church Instagram/Twitter: @splconline 0
ST. PHILIP S LUTHERAN CHURCH December 30, 2018 Gathering Prelude Welcome and Announcements Thanksgiving for Baptism Walking in the Air Blessed be the holy Trinity, one God, the fountain of living water, the rock who gave us birth, our light and our salvation. Howard Blake Joined to Christ in the waters of baptism, we are clothed with God's mercy and forgiveness. Let us give thanks for the gift of baptism. We give you thanks, O God, for in the beginning your Spirit moved over the waters and by your Word you created the world, calling forth life in which you took delight. Through the waters of the flood you delivered Noah and his family. Through the sea you led your people Israel from slavery into freedom. At the river your Son was baptized by John and anointed with the Holy Spirit. By water and your Word you claim us as daughters and sons, making us heirs of your promise and servants of all. We praise you for the gift of water that sustains life, and above all we praise you for the gift of new life in Jesus Christ. Shower us with your Spirit, and renew our lives with your forgiveness, grace, and love. 1
To you be given honor and praise through Jesus Christ our Lord in the unity of the Holy Spirit, now and forever. Gathering Song Greeting Angels from the Realm of Glory ELW 275 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. Kyrie Canticle of Praise 2
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Prayer of the Day Shine into our hearts the light of your wisdom, O God, and open our minds to the knowledge of your word, that in all things we may think and act according to your good will and may live continually in the light of your Son, Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. 4 Word First Reading 1 Samuel 2: 18-20, 26 Having dedicated her son Samuel to God s service, Hannah visits him every year when she and her husband, Elkanah, come to the Lord s house to offer sacrifices. God grants Hannah more children, and Samuel himself gains favor in the sight of all. 18 Samuel was ministering before the LORD, a boy wearing a linen ephod. 19 His mother used to make for him a little robe and take it to him each year, when she went up with her husband to offer the
yearly sacrifice. 20 Then Eli would bless Elkanah and his wife, and say, May the LORD repay you with children by this woman for the gift that she made to the LORD ; and then they would return to their home. 26 Now the boy Samuel continued to grow both in stature and in favor with the LORD and with the people. L: The Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. Psalm 148 Refrain Tone 1 Hallelujah! Praise the LORD from the heavens; praise God in the heights. 2 Praise the LORD, all you angels; sing praise, all you hosts of heaven. 3 Praise the LORD, sun and moon; sing praise, all you shining stars. 4 Praise the LORD, heav- en of heavens, and you waters a- bove the heavens. 5 Let them praise the name of the LORD, who commanded, and they were created, 6 who made them stand fast forev- er and ever, giving them a law that shall not pass away. R 7 Praise the LORD from the earth, you sea monsters and all deeps; 8 fire and hail, snow and fog, tempestuous wind, do- ing God s will; 9 mountains and all hills, fruit trees and all cedars; 5
10 wild beasts and all cattle, creeping things and flying birds; 11 sovereigns of the earth and all peoples, princes and all rulers of the world; 12 young men and maidens, old and young together. R 13 Let them praise the name of the LORD, whose name only is exalted, whose splendor is over earth and heaven. 14 The LORD has raised up strength for the people and praise all faithful servants, the children of Israel, a people who are near the LORD. Hallelujah! R Second Reading Colossians 3: 12-17 Just as newly baptized Christians in the early church were clothed with white robes upon arising from the baptismal waters, so all who have received God s gift of life in Jesus Christ are covered with the character of Christ. 12 As God s chosen ones, holy and beloved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, meekness, and patience. 13 Bear with one another and, if anyone has a complaint against another, forgive each other; just as the Lord has forgiven you, so you also must forgive. 14 Above all, clothe yourselves with love, which binds everything together in perfect harmony. 15 And let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts, to which indeed you were called in the one body. And be thankful. 16 Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly; teach and admonish one another in all wisdom; and with gratitude in your hearts sing psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs to God. 17 And whatever you do, in word or deed, do everything in the name of the Lord Jesus, giving thanks to God the Father through him. L: The Word of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. 6
Gospel Acclamation Word Of God, Come Down on Earth L: The Holy Gospel as it is recorded in Luke the 2 nd chapter. C: Glory to you, O Lord. Luke 2: 41-52 Jesus grew up in a family that went to the Passover festival each year. It was in this environment of faithful adherence to the law that Jesus grew into spiritual maturity and an understanding of his identity and mission. 41 Now every year [Jesus ] parents went to Jerusalem for the festival of the Passover. 42 And when he was twelve years old, they went up as usual for the festival. 43 When the festival was ended and they started to return, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem, but his parents did not know it. 44 Assuming that he was in the group of travelers, they went a day s journey. Then they started to look for him among their relatives and friends. 45 When they did not find him, they returned to Jerusalem to search for him. 46 After three days they found him in the 7
temple, sitting among the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions. 47 And all who heard him were amazed at his understanding and his answers. 48 When his parents saw him they were astonished; and his mother said to him, Child, why have you treated us like this? Look, your father and I have been searching for you in great anxiety. 49 He said to them, Why were you searching for me? Did you not know that I must be in my Father s house? 50 But they did not understand what he said to them. 51 Then he went down with them and came to Nazareth, and was obedient to them. His mother treasured all these things in her heart. 52 And Jesus increased in wisdom and in years, and in divine and human favor. L: The Gospel of the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. Sermon Hymn of the Day Apostles Creed 8 and the life everlasting. Jordan Smith Let All Together Praise Our God ELW 287 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,
Prayers of Intercession Sharing of Peace L: Lord, in your mercy, C: hear our prayer. L: The peace of Christ be with you always. C: And also with you. Thanksgiving Offering Offering Hymn Thanksgiving for the Word What Child is This ELW 296 Let us pray. Praise and thanks to you, holy God, for by your Word you made all things: you spoke light into darkness, called forth beauty from chaos, and brought life into being. For your Word of life, O God, we give you thanks and praise. By your Word you called your people Israel to tell of your wonderful gifts: freedom from captivity, water on the desert journey, a pathway home from exile, wisdom for life with you. For your Word of life, O God, we give you thanks and praise. Through Jesus, your Word made flesh, you speak to us and call us to witness: forgiveness through the cross, life to those entombed by death, the way of your self-giving love. For your Word of life, O God, we give you thanks and praise. Send your Spirit of truth, O God; rekindle your gifts within us: renew our faith, increase our hope, and deepen our love, for the sake of a world in need. Faithful to your Word, O God, draw near to all who call on you; through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory forever. 9
Lord s Prayer C: 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. Sending Blessing The God of steadfastness and encouragement grant you to live in harmony with one another, in accordance with Christ Jesus. The God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that you may abound in hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. The God of all grace bless you now and forever. Sending Song Dismissal Good Christian Friends, Rejoice ELW 288 L: Go in peace. Christ is with you. C: Thanks be to God. Postlude Décembre Noël P. I. Tchaikovsky 10
Audio Lector Ushers Greeter Altar Counter Coffee set-up Coffee clean-up Baked Goods SERVING US TODAY P. Marsh A. Kouhi-Klemencic Team # 4 F. Spark F. Brown J. Macko J. Macko A. Kouhi-Klemencic J. Marcuson, J. Macko ST. PHILIP S LUTHERAN CHURCH Pastor: Tuula Van Gaasbeek stphilippastor@bellnet.ca 416.859.5588 Music Director: Boris Treivus conductor@rogers.com 416.879.8126 Office Administrator: Margaret Isaacs stphilip@bellnet.ca 416.622.5577 Contextual Placement Students: Victoria Mlynko victoria@blossompsychotherapy.ca 416.312.1143 Jordan Smith smit3090@mylaurier.ca 416.356.3505 REMINDERS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS In our prayers. Janet Biernacki, Rodney Erlandson, Gudrun George, Sabine George, Stephen Haller, Mark Kieswetter, Margaret McAulay, Fran Moore, Marion Morningstar, Pat Penney, Julie Potocny, Eleonore Ritthaler, Elga Smidt, George Willis, Judith Wilson, Hugh Wood. HOLIDAYS: Pastor Tuula will be on holidays until January 4 th. Please contact Rev. Susan Climo for pastoral care issues at 905.625.6650 or 416.573.5372. CHURCH OFFICE: The office will be open Dec.31 st and Jan. 2-4 from 9-12. VISION STATEMENT We are a diverse and inclusive Lutheran faith community freed by the grace of Christ to find God and self as we connect with our neighbours. We practise hospitality of open hearts and open arms. We unite with partners to make a difference in our neighbourhood. We nurture community of Christ. 11