Worship Today | Volume 6 | Issue 51 | December 22, 2019 | 9 & 11 a.m. Worship Services | Fourth Sunday of Advent Welcome to Cathedral of Hope! IMPORTANT INFO Connect Center hat began in 1970 as a circle of 12 friends meeting weekly for worship and If you are joining us for the first time, Wfellowship has grown into Cathedral of Hope, a Vibrant, Inclusive, Progressive (VIP) stop by the Info Bar in the Connect congregation of the United Church of Christ. Center to meet and greet with Founded in and serving beyond the LGBTQ community, our mission is to reclaim Christianity as a faith of extravagant grace, radical inclusion, volunteers and staff, and to pick up and relentless compassion. a special gift from us to you. If you are visiting Cathedral of Hope for the first time, we are blessed by your presence, and hope you will return often! If there is anything Childcare we can do to make your visit more enjoyable, please call on our Ushers to assist you. For more information about the church, please come Our Ministry to Children & Families to the Connect Center located next to Sources of Hope. (birth - 3rd grade) offers some of For those who may not know, Cathedral of Hope provides sign interpretation for our hearing-impaired congregants at the 11 a.m. service the most exciting and imaginative every Sunday. There are also hearing amplifying devices available from Sources of Hope for use during our services. children’s programming around. Your children will insist on a return visit. Childcare is available during Large-print bulletins and assisted listening systems are available in the bookstore. the 9 a.m., 10 a.m., 11 a.m., and 1 p.m. services in the Children’s Chapel Youth Neil’s NOTE Good Morning, Cathedral of Hope, Youth Group meets Sunday mornings during the 11 a.m. worship United Church of Christ! service. They are located in the East Wing Rm. 182. The last Sunday of We are nearing the end of the Advent Season and we will soon be at the month, they attend worship Christmas Eve and, of course Christmas Day itself. together as a group.
In the past four weeks we are ask ourselves a serious question, “Can Restrooms I make room in my heart, in my life for Christ this Christmas?” It You’re invited to use the restroom has been a question of deep reflection as we have pondered the four that corresponds with your gender central themes of the Christmas message. identity or the restroom that feels the safest and most comfortable Hope, Peace, Joy and today, Love. to you. Gendered, multiple- occupancy restrooms are located “Can I make room in my heart, my life, for love?” near the double glass doors behind Our world is not unlike the world that Jesus encountered. It was a world filled with division, the Sanctuary. All-gender, single- oppression, religious hypocrisy, power and privilege. The Roman empire had its grip on the world occupancy restrooms are available and used its power to oppress, calling the shots. For those in power it seemed as they had won and off the hall to the right of the Hall for those who fell under the eyes of the empire it was barely an existence. of Heroes area. Restroom in IPC available in lower level. Jesus entered a world that was in desperate need of change. It needed something new and it needed a better understanding of the God, who, for those He came to serve, had almost given up on Congregational Care the God who created it all in the very beginning of time. A God who had given them the Ten If you find yourself experiencing Commandments and had rescued them from oppression in times gone past. illness, hospitalization, death, grief, or other critical challenges, the Paul might say it this way, “There are three things that remain, faith, hope and love and the greatest Congregational Care Ministry (CCM) of these is love.” (1Cor:13:12) He understood, ultimately that the kind of love that came into the at Cathedral of Hope will connect world in Jesus was a love that was deeper than anything that anyone could understand. It was love you with the appropriate resources that transgressed and transformed. It was a love that God intended for humanity that was somehow lost in doctrine and rules and ritual. that best correspond to your needs. The CCM can be reached by: Today, we come to make room in our hearts, in our lives for the capacity to reclaim this love of • Phone (214) 351-1901 Ext. 124 God that can and will overwhelm us and make us whole, bring us to our knees and sweep us along • Email at [email protected] and out of our despair. It is this kind of love that God has for you, and for me and the invitation, • Enter ‘Care’ in red registration this Christmas is to “Make Room”. book when at church Let us worship in that love today and join us in the remainder of this season to experience the magic, the awe and the wonder of this unfolding drama that can live within us this Christmas. Board Meetings Blessings, CoH Monthly Board Meetings are held on the 4th Monday of the The Reverend Dr. Neil G. Thomas month at 7:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Senior Pastor Hall, and are open to the members of our congregation. Congregants will be notified in advance if the meeting is cancelled. The Fourth Sunday of Advent DECEMBER 22, 2019 ● 9 & 11 A.M. LITURGY OF PREPARATION PRELUDE Mary, Did You Know? Words and Music by Buddy Greene and Mark Lowry arr. Cliff Duren Cathedral of Hope Orchestra OPENING PRAYER FOR ADVENT IV Rev. Erin Wyma
**PROCESSIONAL HYMN Angels We Have Heard on High
Traditional French Carol; Public Domain GLORIA
**The people will rise in body or spirit.
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GATHERING OF THE COMMUNITY R Dr il T o as R Dr i a l Dia **EXCHANGE OF PEACE
LITURGY OF THE WORD
CALL TO ADVENT Let There Be Light ords a ra Ross r si ar Donald San ar oir and r s ra
MAKING ROOM FOR THE CANDLE OF LOVE 1 o n 4 7 11, 1
GRADUAL Come, Emmanuel
Words and Music by Twila Paris; arr. and adapted David Moldenhauer CCLI License #123333
3 2 **GOSPEL LESSON 1 2 3 n od i o All: And also with you. n r ading ro ol osp l a ording o All: Glory to you, O God.
Si on s la r, ang l a ri l as s n ro od o a o n in alil all d a ar , o a o ng o an na d ar s as ngag d o a an na d os p , o o s o Da id pon arri ing, the angel said to Mary, “Rejoice, highly favored one! God is with you! Bless d ar o a ong women!” Mary was deeply troubled by these words and wondered what the angel’s greeting meant. The angel went on to say to her, “Don’t be afraid, Mary. You have found favor with God. You will conceive and ar a son, and gi i na s s is digni ill gr a , and ill all d nl go n o od od ill gi s s dg n s a o Da id, is an s or, o r l o r o s o Jacob forever, and his reign will never end.” Mary said to the angel, “Ho an is , sin a never been with a man?” The angel answered her, “The Holy Spirit will come upon you, and the power o os ig ill o rs ado o — n o spring o orn ill all d ol n o od no oo a li a , o r ins o an, as on i d a ild in r old ag s o as thought to be barren is now in her sixth month. Nothing is impossible with God.” Mary said, “I am the servant of God. Let it be done to me as you say.” With that, the angel left her.
n T is is osp l o op All: Praise to you, Creator, Christ and Holy Spirit.
**GLORIA
Words: Luke 2: 14; Music: Traditional French Carol arr. Steven Couch © Cathedral of Hope CCLI License #123333
SERMON Make Room for Love R Dr il T o as
LITURGY OF THE EUCHARIST PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS OFFERTORY The Annunciation arr To , in orpora ing Gabriel’s Oboe nnio orri on San ar oir and r s ra
3 4 THE GREAT THANKSGIVING FOR ADVENT SURSUM CORDA ne God be with you. All: And also with you. ne pen your hearts. All: We open our hearts for the coming of Christ. ne Let us give than s and praise to the God of Love. All: It is right to give God thanks and praise. ne cclamation, than sgiving, and songs of joy . . . nd so, with the angels of Bethlehem’s skies, and all those who sing of your steadfast love in every time and place, we proclaim your glory, and join in their unending hymn
SANCTUS
Words adapted by David Moldenhauer; Music: French Carol Melody, 17th Century PICARDY © Cathedral of Hope
WORDS OF INSTITUTION
PRAYER OF CONSECRATION
INVITATION TO THE FEAST
TO OUR GUESTS Cathedral of Hope celebrates an open communion. We understand the sharing of the bread and the cup in Jesus’ name to be a representation of an ancient vision of God’s feast for all peoples. We don’t require you to be a member of this church, or any church, to participate with us in this feast of grace. Simply come forward at the ushers’ direction. After dipping a wafer in the cup, which contains non-alcoholic grape juice, the minister will place it on your tongue and offer a brief blessing. If you prefer to serve yo urself, cup your hands in front of you as you come to receive communion. Gluten-free Wafers are available from the silver intinction set at the center point. Please indicate your need to the ushers on the center aisle and they will direct you to the appropriate position. We ask that you serve yourself—take a wafer and dip it in the juice—in order to avoid cross-contamination by the server. During the serving of Holy Communion, feel free to join in our “Music during Communion”. Please also be mindful of those around you who are in prayer and meditation.
5 4 MUSIC DURING DISTRIBUTION
Abiding Peace e, i h e, this is m ift t Simply receive my hope. There’s nothing that you must do. e e, i i e e, this is m ift t Simply receive my peace. There’s nothing that you must do. , t , this is m ift t im l e eive my joy. There’s nothing that you must do. e, iti l l e, this is m ift t im l e ei e m l e here’s nothing that you must do. Words and Music by Mark Hayes, adapted © Daybreak Music/Hal Leonard Corporation OneLicense.net License # A-705445
Thou Didst Leave Thy Throne Thou didst leave thy throne and thy heav’nly crown he th mest t e th f me but in Bethlehem’s home there was found no room for thy holy nativity. O come to my heart, Lord Jesus—there is room in my heart for thee! Heaven’s arches rang when the angels sang, l imi th l e ee t f l l i th i st th me t e th, i e t h milit O come to my heart, Lord Jesus—there is room in my heart for thee! Words by Emily E. S. Elliott, adatped Music by Timothy R. Matthews Public Domain
Isn’t He? Isn’t he beautiful? Beautiful, isn’t he? i e f e e, hil f God, isn’t he? Isn’t he wonderful? Wonderful, isn’t he? sel , lmi ht Isn’t he, isn’t he, isn’t he, isn’t he? Words and Music by John Wimber © Mercy Publishing CCLI License #123333
Emmanuel, Emmanuel mm el, mm el, me is lle mm el ith s, e e le i s, me is lle mm el Words and Music by Bob McGee © C.A. Music CCLI License #123333
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
5 6 **RECESSIONAL HYMN e H s e
Words by Ken Bible © Integrity’s Hosanna! Music; Music: French Carol melody BRING A TORCH OneLicense.net license # A-705445
**BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE e e Following the service, ministers will be on the Esperanza window side of the Sanctuary to offer you personal prayer for healing and comfort. . e e s Please join us for refreshments after the service in the Fellowship Hall.
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7 6 WORSHIP NOTES STAFF* This is a series of articles prepared by the Music and Worship Team to give insight and background into musical elements of our services. Rev. Dr. Neil G. Thomas Senior Pastor [email protected] Rev. Andria Davis Angels We Have Heard on High Associate Pastor [email protected] Les Anges dan nos Compagnes is a French carol dating from the 1700s. The English version we sing, Angels We Have Heard on High, was published in 1862. This beautiful hymn pairs verses by unknown Rev. Dr. Michael Diaz French poets with the song of the angels, Gloria in excelsis Deo, the Latin version of the angelic anthem Associate Pastor taken from Luke 2:14, “Glory to God in the highest!” It’s easy to imagine that this was the song sung by [email protected] the angels to the lowly shepherds on the night that Christ was born. The musical refrain stretches out and Rev. Erin Wyma emphasizes the words in a way that is uniquely fun to sing and deeply stirring, as we join with the angels Associate Pastor to proclaim: Jesus has come! Hope has arrived on earth! A Savior is born! Glory to God in the highest! [email protected] Sean Baugh Assoc. Dir. of Music & Worship The Annunciation [email protected] Jerry Calumn-Leavitt Telling the story of the angel Gabriel appearing to Mary, this beautiful choral piece by Tom Fettke Interim Development Director incorporates the famous “Gabriel’s Oboe” theme by Ennio Morricone. The lyrics quote “Love Came [email protected] Down at Christmas” by Christina Rossetti, as well as sharing the Annunciation account found in the first chapter of Luke. The piece ends with the opening words of Mary’s response, The Magnificat, “My soul Scott Cannon magnifies the Lord…” Chief Accountant [email protected] Chris Jacobson-Chism Assist. Director of Love Has Come Music & Worship Our Recessional Hymn for this Fourth Sunday in Advent—Love Sunday—is Love Has Come! [email protected] Contemporary church musician and composer Ken Bible wrote these lyrics based on the Christmas stories Hardy Haberman in Matthew and Luke, to be sung to the French carol melody, BRING A TORCH. Bible worked at Lillenas Digital Experience Manager Publishing Company for 30 years, serving as director from 1977-1990. He has written over 15 books and [email protected] has original hymns included in nine major hymnals. Anita L. Haddy Director of Ministry & Volunteer Development [email protected] Why We Use Incense in our Liturgy Jess C. McDowell Ancient practice to be used on Christmas Eve, December 24, 11 p.m. and Epiphany Sunday, January 5, at 11 a.m. Director of Media [email protected] At certain services during the liturgical year, Cathedral of Hope uses incense during worship. Some, Alan Miles whose church background did not include this practice, have asked why we do this. We believe that Minister for Youth & Young Adults worship should be experiential. We are most fully engaged when the senses of sight, sound, smell, taste [email protected] and touch are stirred. Incense is one way in which the Church throughout history has done that. David Moldenhauer Director of Music & Worship Moreover, the use of incense is a thoroughly Biblical concept. We see it commanded of the Jews (Exodus [email protected] 25:29) and then used in worship in Israel from that point on. Notice the prophecy of Malachi 1:11, “From the rising of the sun to its setting my name is great among the nations, and in every place incense is offered Dan Peeler to my name.” God actually anticipates the use of incense by all people in God’s name. Minister for Children & Families [email protected] In the New Testament, we see Zechariah offering incense in the sanctuary when the angel of the Lord Scott Stout appears to him (Luke 1:8-11). Later, in Revelation, we see the elders holding golden bowls of incense, Assist. to the Sr. Pastor/Office Mgr. “which are the prayers of the saints” (Revelation 5:8). Incense is the symbol of our prayers rising up to the [email protected] Lord. It is also symbolic of spiritual cleansing and has been used in Christian worship since ancient times. Lynn Taylor So, as you smell the incense in our services, remember the history and symbolism behind it, and try to let Director of Facilities it enhance your experience of worship! [email protected]
Evie Scrivner Executive Director for DHC [email protected]
*Not a complete listing 8 Weekly December 22, 2019 NEWS THE 4CS - GROWING IN FAITH AT CATHEDRAL OF HOPE If you’re new to CoH today, we know this experience can feel a little daunting, and we want to do our best Cathedral of Hope is an inclusive spiritual community for to make you feel welcome, and to share this amazing all of God’s people. No matter what your faith background, community with you. you’ll find Cathedral of Hope to be a place where you can strengthen your faith and meet others who are on a similar We would love to meet you after worship today in faith journey. WELCOME the CONNECT Center (near the front entrance of Here at CoH, you’ll find many ways to get connected the church). to community and grow in your faith. Because there are so many things going on in the life of the community of Cathedral of Hope, we offer a clear path to growing in faith It's easy to join our mailing and getting connected. We call that path ‘The 4Cs’. We list! believe that celebrating regularly in worship, connecting to an intentional small group for growth and support, committing your time, talent and treasure to God and for the church, and claiming the love of God for yourself and Just send your email address the world are essential acts of faith and bring us closer to by text message: God. Text Over the next few pages, you will find ways to enhance your connection to the 4Cs and to grow deeper in your CONNECT2COH faith. to 22828 to get started.
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In Honor of Jason Vallejo and Jared Mayfield Dallas Hope Charites
In Memory of Janice Darrow Judy Craig
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10 THE COLOR PURPLE PRIDE NIGHT 1.7.20 | 7:30 p.m.
CONNECT Connect with people of hope in order to seek community for spiritual growth and to deepen relationship with others.
Transgender Council Last Sundays 1 p.m. RSVP for location Open to those in the transgender community and committed allies who wish to serve as leaders to help lead the church and wider community in thinking creatively about transgender and gender nonconforming concerns and to advance the issues of justice relating to this community.
Contact: ([email protected]) or ([email protected])
Coat of Colours Second Sundays, IPC Lower Level, 1 p.m. The mission of Coat of Colours is to increase the visibility of the Black community at Cathedral of Hope through the development of cultural programs and participation in CoH ministries.
Contact: ([email protected]) 11 Volunteer of the Month for December Parking Spot Drawing Winner
Name: Larry Carter Ministries: Pulse Worship Team, Worship Coordinator, CoH Ambassador
Monthly drawings are on the first business day of each month. The winner will be notified after each drawing. Please PRINT legibly so we can read your name.
Contact Anita at [email protected] with any questions you may have. COMMIT Commit to being the church by exploring your passions and strengths on a volunteer ministry team and being financially responsible for the mission of CoH.
Week Week Week Ending 12/15/19 Ending 12/08/19 Ending 12/01/19 Attd. Ministry Attd. Ministry Attd. Ministry Worship 1,372 $26,867 1,172 $7,260 1,113 $9,876 Auto-Giving $22,886 $29,987 $22,663 Mail/Credit Cards $4,787 $4,258 $7,165 Total Contributions $54,540 $41,505 $39,704
Contributions Goal $30,000 $54,000 $30,000
at a Glance at Over/(Short Fall) $24,540 ($12,495) $9,704
YTD Contributions $2,015,849 YTD Operating Receipts $2,429,887 Giving and Attendance Giving and Attendance
MONEY MATTERS YTD Contribution Goal $2,021,650 YTD Operating Expenses $2,429,478 Over/(Short Fall) ($5,801) Over/(Short Fall) $409
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It’s been an honor and privilege to work alongside so many of you as we have collectively served some of Dallas’ most vulnerable My Mom - My Dad communities. Together we have In Their Own Words provided thousands with food, shelter and most of all, respect and Within each family lies a treasure of memories and experiences. hope. Dallas Hope Charities (DHC) Things that define who Mom or Dad is. That reflect the love each is now a recognizable nonprofit shares. Discover together the stories each holds close to their hearts within the DFW area and we are on with these pages, filled with meaningful questions to answer. Invite our way to accomplishing even more in the next year. them to speak from the heart, in their own words—it doesn’t need to be formal or complex. Because when each is finished, they will have As 2019 concludes I wish to say farewell as my husband and I move created a priceless keepsake for generations to come. on to the Austin area start a new chapter. I’m confident that DHC is in good hands with Evie Scrivner, the new executive director. She My Mom and/or My Dad can be a gift for them to fill out or a comes to us with a wealth of knowledge on nonprofit management and meaningful way to “interview” and create a family dialogue around a passion to match. Please join me in congratulating Evie on her new each story. Moms and Dads can also fill them out on their own and role. give them as a gift to younger generations. SALE ALL CHRISTMAS PRODUCT DISCOUNTED 40%
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