3 JANUARY 2020 + THE EPIPHANY OF OUR LORD + 10:00 A.M. Legend: P =Presider C = Congregation A = Assistant/Lector

“HUSH, FOR GOD IS HERE”ORGAN VOLUNTARY J.C. BACH “WIE SCHON LEUCHTET DER MORGENSTERN”

ALL MAY MAKE THE SIGN OF THE CROSS, THE SIGN MARKED AT BAPTISM; AS THE PRESIDING MINISTER BEGINS . (+)

+ CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS +(STAND)

P: In the name of the Father, and of the (+) Son, and of the Holy Spirit.C: AMEN.

P: Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hid: cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name, through Jesus Christ our Lord. C: AMEN. P: If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. But if we confess our sins, God who is faithful and just will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

PLEASE KNEEL, IF YOU ARE ABLESILENCE IS KEPT FOR REFLECTION

P: Gracious God,C: have mercy on us. We confess that we have turned from you, and given ourselves into the power of sin. We are truly sorry and humbly repent. In your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things we have done and things we have failed to do. Turn us again to you and uphold us by your Spirit, so that we may live and serve you in newness of life through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. C: AMEN.P: Almighty God in his mercy has given his Son to die for us and, for his sake, forgives us all our sins. As a called and ordained minister of the Church of Christ and by his authority, I 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. C: AMEN.

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THE GATHERING HYMN (STAND) HYMN 308

“O MORNING STAR, HOW FAIR AND BRIGHT”

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P: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. C: And also with

you. CANTICLE OF PRAISE “GLORY TO GOD”

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THE PRAYER OF THE DAY

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P: Everlasting God, the radiance of all faithful people, you brought the nations to the brightness of your rising. Fill the world with your glory, and show yourself to all the world through him who is the true light and the bright morning star, your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. C: AMEN.

THE ASSEMBLY SITS

+ LITURGY OF THE WORD +AFTER EACH READING: A: THE WORD OF THE LORD. C: THANKS BE TO GOD

THE FIRST READING ISAIAH 60:1-6

PSALMODY PSALM 72:1-7, 10-14Give the king your justice, O God,

and your righteousness to the king's son; that he may rule your people righteously

and the poor with justice; that the mountains may bring prosperity to the people,

and the little hills bring righteousness. He shall defend the needy among the people;

he shall rescue the poor and crush the oppressor. He shall live as long as the sun and moon endure,

from one generation to another. He shall come down like rain upon the mown field,

like showers that water the earth. In his time shall the righteous flourish;

there shall be abundance of peace till the moon shall be no more.The kings of Tarshish and of the isles shall pay tribute,

and the kings of Arabia and Saba offer gifts. All kings shall bow down before him,

and all the nations do him service. For he shall deliver the poor who cries out in distress,

and the oppressed who has no helper. He shall have pity on the lowly and poor;

he shall preserve the lives of the needy.

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He shall redeem their lives from oppression and violence, and dear shall their blood be in his sight.

THE SECOND READING EPHESIANS 3:1-12

THE GOSPEL MATTHEW 2:1-12 The Assembly Stands when the Gospel Acclamation begins.

P: (+) The Holy Gospel according to Matthew the 2nd chapter. (++)C:

P: The Gospel of the Lord. C: After the Reading

ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE DATE OF EASTER AND OTHER MOVEABLE FESTIVALS

THE SERMON “EXCERPT OF AN EPIPHANY SERMON OF MARTIN LUTHER” (Matthew 2:1-12)

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►After the sermon a musical reflection will be played before the Hymn of the Day. ◄THE HYMN OF THE DAY HYMN 646 (WOV) “ WE THREE KINGS OF ORIENT ARE”

PROFESSION OF FAITH NICENE CREED The presiding minister may introduce the Creed

We believe in one God,

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the Father, the Almighty,maker of heaven and earth,of all that is, seen and unseen.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ,the only Son of God,eternally begotten of the Father,God from God, Light from Light,true God from true God,begotten, not made,of one Being with the Father.Through him all things were made.For us and for our salvationhe came down from heaven;by the power of the Holy Spirithe became incarnate from the virgin Mary, and was made man.For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate;he suffered death and was buried.On the third day he rose againin accordance with the Scriptures;he ascended into heavenand is seated at the right hand of the Father.He will come again in glory to judge the living and the dead,and his kingdom will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life,who proceeds from the Father and the Son.With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified.He has spoken through the prophets.We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church.We acknowledge one Baptism for the forgiveness of sins.(+) We look for the resurrection of the dead,and the life of the world to come. Amen.

THE PRAYERS OF INTERCESSIONTHE READER PRAYS:”LORD IN YOUR MERCY.”CONGREGATION RESPONDS:…”HEAR OUR PRAYER”

A BRIEF SILENCE. AT THE END OF THE PRAYERS:

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A: Let us pray for the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, and for all people according to their needs.

P: SUMMARY PRAYER BY THE PASTOR + PEACE +

P: THE PEACE OF THE LORD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS.C: AND ALSO WITH YOU.

THE CONGREGATION GREETS ONE ANOTHER WITH THE GREETING OF “PEACE BE WITH YOU.”

THE PREPARATION OF THE GIFTS AND OFFERINGAN OFFERING IS RECEIVED AS THE ALTAR IS PREPARED.

THE OFFERTORY RESPONSE

OFFERTORY PRAYER THE ASSEMBLY STANDS FOR THE OFFERTORY PRAYERA: God of all creation:C: all you have made is good, and your love endures forever. You bring forth bread from the earth and fruit from the vine. Nourish us with these gifts, that we might be for the world signs of your gracious presence in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. C: AMEN.

THE GREAT THANKSGIVINGPREFACE AND DIALOGUE

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The presiding minister continues: SANCTUS (Holy, Holy, Holy)

The Presiding minister continues:P: ….proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.C: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.P: Share with us the great and promised feast:.C: Amen. Come Lord Jesus. P: Receive our inheritance with all your saints in light.C: Amen. Come Holy Spirit. …..as victorious Lord of all.

C: THE LORD’S PRAYER (TRADITIONAL FORM)

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THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD P: When we eat this bread we share the body of Christ. When we drink this cup we share the blood of Christ.C: Reveal yourself to us, O Lord, in the breaking of bread, as once you revealed yourself to the disciples.AGNUS DEI “LAMB OF GOD

INVITATION TO COMMUNIONP: Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed are all who put their trust in him.

PLEASE BE SEATED

DISTRIBUTION(BAPTIZED CHRISTIANS WHO HAVE RECEIVED THEIR FIRST COMMUNION, REPENT OF SIN AND TRUST IN JESUS CHRIST FOR FORGIVENESS AND SALVATION, ENDEAVORING TO LIVE IN PEACE WITH ALL PEOPLE, ARE WELCOME TO RECEIVE THE BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST, AS HE GIVES HIMSELF TO US IN THE EARTHLY ELEMENTS OF BREAD AND WINE. THOSE NOT YET READY FOR COMMUNION ARE INVITED TO THE ALTAR FOR A BLESSING.)

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COMMUNION HYMN

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THE POST COMMUNION BLESSING P: The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. C: AMENPOST COMMUNION CANTICLE

THE POST COMMUNION PRAYERA: Radiant God, C: with our eyes we have seen your salvation, and in this meal we have feasted on your grace. May your Word take flesh in us, that we may be your holy people, revealing your glory made known to us in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. AMEN.THE BENEDICTION S-114 P: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine on you

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and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favor and + give you peace. C: AMEN.THE HYMN IN RECESSION HYMN 302

A: Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. C: Thanks be to God.

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THE ORGAN VOLUNTARY “RISE, O CHILDREN OF SALVATION”

† Weekly Announcements †3 January 2021

Serving in WorshipMinisters:……………………………………………………………....The People of GodAssisting Minister ……………………………………………………….Terry WentworthLector:………………………………………………………………………..Addie WilsonSacristan:……………………………………………………………………...Garry KiblerAltar Guild: …………………………………………………………...Karen DaubenspeckAcolyte Team:……………………..............Lindsay Naples, Derek Wilson, Addie Wilson Organist/Choirmaster:………………………………………………………..Dean C. HuntPastor:…………………………………………………………The Rev. Eugene A. Koene

SERVING NEXT WEEK:Assisting Minister/Lector: Patty Davis, Acolyte Team: L. Naples, A.Wilson, D.Wilson,Sacristan: Garry Kibler, Altar Guild:Karen Daubenspeck

Stewardship Report for 27 December 2020

Attendance ~N/A ~ Offering ~$43,905.00

► OUR OUTREACH PROGRAMS◄

→ Food Pantry Needs Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic, we are not receiving donations at this time.

→ Clothes Closet NeedsDue to the Coronavirus Pandemic, THE Clothes Closet is not open and we are not

receiving donations at this time.

NOTE: MONETARY GIFTS FOR THE CLOTHES CLOSET AND FOOD PANTRY ARE ALWAYS APPROPRIATE.

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READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK

GENESIS 1:1-5 PSALM 29 ACTS 10:34-19:1-7 MARK 1:9-11

JANUARY SPECIAL OFFERING:PASTOR’S DISCRECTIONARY FUND

PRAYER CHAIN Do you have a prayer request? Please fill out a card in the pew rack and place in the offering plate or call the parish office during the week with your request at 330-392-5939. We pray for those who are hospitalized, ,for those who are ill, receiving treatment, recuperating, and others in the community, including: *Lee Sweitzer, *Ralph Koene, *Evelyn Koene, *Victoria Chuminski *Teirian McKinney ,* Raygan Ray, *Roger Morgan, *Larry Wibert, *Evelyn Wibert, *Bernice, *Kathy DeNunzio, *Warner Taiclet, *John, *Rosalie May, * Dwayne Phillips,

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EMMANUEL CHURCH MEMBERS

* Charles Vasbinder * The Cosma Family* Dick Litton* James Kibler

* The Viola Family * Dean Hunt

* David Griffin * Carl Wollam* June Stroup * Felicia MacMillan* Ken MacMillan * Harlene Huffstetler* Christine Sweitzer * Mary Sudik* Sally Garghill * Darlene Spelich* Anne Rowan * Harry Redmond* Virginia Morris * Cora Byers* June Roller* Shawn Bowker

* Billie Jo Smith* Billy Eckenrode

NOTE: From time to time, we update our prayer list. It’s time once again. If there are people on the list that should come off, please let Dean know. We don’t want anyone to be taken off who needs to remain. Thanks.

CHURCH ELDERS WILL MEET MONDAY, 11 JANUARY AT

6:00 p.m.

CHURCH COUNCIL WILL MEETTUESDAY, 12 JANUARY AT

6:30 P.M.

OFFERING ENVELOPES FOR 2021 ARE READY TO BE PICKED UP AT THE CHERRY AVENUE, NW ENTRANCE.

PLEASE RING THE BUZZER, STEP IN AND GET YOUR ENVELOPES AND BE ON YOUR WAY. THIS SAVES THE

CHURCH FROM HAVING TO MAIL THEM WHICH IS QUITE COSTLY. THANK YOU.

*Monique Holmes, *Judy Coman, *Pam Vines , *Leslie Flower *Tom Arbaugh, *Jennifer James, *Tesa Biggs, *Lidia Biggs

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Christian Sympathy is extended to Conny Cosma and

Family in the loss of David Cosma. Dave was a long time

member of Emmanuel and was a Lector. A Celebration of Life Service was held at Emmanuel

on 30 December.May Light Perpetual Shine

Upon Him.

Christian Sympathy is extended to the LaSota

Family and to Dean Hunt in the loss of Stan LaSota

who passed away recently. Stan was new to Emmanuel

and considered it his Church Family. May Light

Perpetual Shine Upon Him.

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