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Gathered to Worship Epiphany of Our Lord The holy gospel according to Matthew. Glory to you, O Lord. EPIPHANY OF OUR LORD GATHERED TO WORSHIP In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was Setting 4: Pgs. 147-154 born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men GATHERING from the East came to Jerusalem, asking, Confession and Forgiveness p. 94 “Where is the child who has been born Gathering Song No. 303 king of the Jews? For we observed his star “Brightest and Best of the Stars” at its rising, and have come to pay him Greeting homage.” When King Herod heard this, he Kyrie p. 147 was frightened, and all Jerusalem with him; Canticle of Praise p. 148 and calling together all the chief priests “Glory to God” and scribes of the people, he inquired of Prayer of the Day them where the Messiah was to be born. Children’s Sermon—9:30 A reading from Isaiah. They told him, “In Bethlehem of Judea; for WORD so it has been written by the prophet: ‘And Isaiah 60:1-6 Arise, shine; for your light has come, you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 and the glory of the Lord has risen upon by no means least among the rulers of Ephesians 3:1-12 you. For darkness shall cover the earth, Judah; for from you shall come a ruler who and thick darkness the peoples; but the Gospel Acclamation p. 151 is to shepherd my people Israel.’ ” Then Gospel Matthew 2:1-12 Lord will arise upon you, and his glory will Herod secretly called for the wise men and appear over you. Nations shall come to “As with gladness men of old Sermon learned from them the exact time when Hymn of the Day No. 300 your light, and kings to the brightness of the star had appeared. Then he sent them did the guiding star behold; your dawn. Lift up your eyes and look as with joy they hailed its light, “The First Noel” to Bethlehem, saying, “Go and search Nicene Creed p. 104 around; they all gather together, they diligently for the child; and when you have leading onward, beaming bright; come to you; your sons shall come from Prayers of Intercession found him, bring me word so that I may so, most gracious Lord, may we Peace far away, and your daughters shall be also go and pay him homage.” When they evermore be led by thee.” MEAL carried on their nurses’ arms. Then you had heard the king, they set out; and there, Offertory Prayer shall see and be radiant; your heart shall ahead of them, went the star that they had William C. Dix, ELW 302 Great Thanksgiving p. 152 thrill and rejoice, because the abundance seen at its rising, until it stopped over the Holy, Holy, Holy p. 153 of the sea shall be brought to you, the place where the child was. When they saw Words of Institution wealth of the nations shall come to you. that the star had stopped, they were Lord’s Prayer p. 154 A multitude of camels shall cover you, the overwhelmed with joy. On entering the Communion Distribution young camels of Midian and Ephah; all house, they saw the child with Mary his Lamb of God p. 154 those from Sheba shall come. They shall mother; and they knelt down and paid him bring gold and frankincense, and shall homage. Then, opening their treasure Distribution Hymns No. 815 proclaim the praise of the Lord. chests, they offered him gifts of gold, “I Want to Walk as a Child frankincense, and myrrh. And having been of the Light” The word of the Lord. warned in a dream not to return to Herod, No. 483 Thanks be to God. they left for their own country by another “Here is Bread” road. Post-Communion Prayer Psalm 72:1-7, 10-14 SENDING Sunday Blessing The gospel of the Lord. January 5, 2020 A reading from Ephesians. Praise to you, O Christ. Sending Song No. 302 8:00 & 9:30 am “As with Gladness Men of Old” (Not Printed) 150202 County Rd. NN Dismissal The word of the Lord. Wausau, WI 54401 715-842-3333 Thanks be to God. www.salc-wausau.org SENT TO SERVE Exploring Faith Through the Small WELCOME Catechism THIS WEEK AT SALC WORSHIP WORD Begins Saturday, January 18 Visiting Today Sunday, January 5 Chalking the doors: An Epiphany Tradition Worship: 8:30; Class: 9-10:30 If you are visiting today, thank you. If you 8:00 am Worship New to the faith? Curious about baptism? wish, please fill out a “Visitor Card” 9:30 am Worship January 6 is the day we celebrate Epiphany, Never went through confirmation? Just located in the pew rack and place it in the 9:30 am Adult Bible Study the day the Magi arrived with gifts for want to know more about what it means offering plate. 9:45 am Sunday School Jesus. A centuries old tradition of Epiphany to be Lutheran and a disciple of Christ? 10:45 am Youth Summer Trip practiced all over the world is chalking the The Worship Service Lay School is offering an opportunity for Informational Meeting doors. It is a time of a family asking God’s The bold “No.” on the front of your those who are interested to take a deep Monday, January 6 blessing on their home and on those who bulletin are hymn numbers. The Psalm can dive into the Small Catechism using the By 7:00 pm AA, Alanon & Alateen live in it or visit. It is also an invitation for be found by turning the hymnal to the side Heart curriculum. This study will engage 7:00 pm Dartball vs Mount Olive Jesus to be a daily guest in your home and Tuesday, January 7 and looking for the stripe. The small students in an exploration of the in your daily routines. 9:00 am Reading Reflections numbers marked with a “p.” are at the commandments, the creeds, the Lord’s 6:30 pm Ministry Night Meetings bottom of the page at the front of the Prayer, the sacraments, and life together The traditional way to chalk your door is to Wednesday, January 8 as members of the body of Christ. No write 20 + C + M + B + 20 above the hymnal. 6:45 am Son Riser’s Bible Study Prior Knowledge Required! Materials for entrance to your home. The letters C, M, B 9:30 am Wonder? Women Holy Communion have two meanings: They are the initials of the study are being provided by the Lectionary Bible Study All are welcome. Distribution is by synod, and there is no cost to you! The 10:00 am Men’s Bible Study the traditional names of the three wise intinction, taking a piece of bread, dip it in study will meet once a month when the 11:00 am Art Devo men: Caspar, Melchior, and Balthazar. They the wine, and receive both elements at lay school meets: January 18, February 5:15 pm Handbell Reh. also abbreviate the Latin Words Christus once. There is a gluten-free/grape juice 15, March 21, April 18 and May 9. If 6:15 pm 7th & 8th Grade Conf. mansionem benedicat, “May Christ bless option available near the baptismal font. interested or you want to learn more, 6:30 pm Chancel Choir this house.” The “+” signs represent the please call Pastor Jen Hoffman at Thursday, January 9 cross and 20 the millennium and last 20, Offerings 715-581-7378, or email her at 12:15 pm Worship the year. Thank you for all who contribute and share [email protected]. 6:15 pm Worship in the work of Christ’s church. Please Prayer place your offering in the offering plate. Do You Have SALC Photos? O God, please bless this house and all Mid-Winter Retreat Do you have SALC photos from 2019? those who enter. Peace be to this house Altar Flowers Who: 3-6 Grade Students (& Parent From the past 40 years? We would like to and all who live here. May all who come to The flowers in the sanctuary this morning chaperones) include them in the annual meeting and as our home this year find Jesus living among are given in thanksgiving for Joy Mitchell What: Time at camp in God’s beautiful a part of the 40th anniversary celebration us. Holy Spirit, fill us with your love so that and in memory of Barb Kinney. creation to play and explore in the next year. All photos can be submitted our concern for others may reflect your snow, study bible stories, sing and play through the SALC website 40th anniversary love. Amen. “Christ In Our Home” Devotional games around a theme focused on page. If you have printed copies you The 2020 first quarter of “Christ In Our faith and life. Chalk is available in the narthex to take would like to share, please e-mail Home” devotional is available in the When: Friday, January 24 (drop off: with you to share this blessing. [email protected] to coordinate a 6:30-7:00 pm) —Sunday, January 26 Narthex. Please take a copy for your time to drop them off. (pick up: 11:00 am) family. SERVING IN WORSHIP Where: Crossways Waypost Camp in OWLS Hatley, WI “Giving Tree” Pastor Jenn Collins The OWLS will take a winter break in Cost: $50 (will need to provide your own Look for “Giving Tree” displays in the Pianist Joel Freiberg January.
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