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“A house of prayer for all people,

aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God”

The Church at Litchfield Park

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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH

First Sunday after Christmas December 28, 2014 8:00, 9:15 & 10:45 a.m.

The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.

CHIMES

WELCOME, REGISTRATION and ANNOUNCEMENTS

PRELUDE “Christmas Rhapsody” Schaum

SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Charles Alexander Besancon 9:15 a.m.

HYMN “Joy to the World!” No. 270 (Verses 1, 2 & 4)

SPECIAL MUSIC “What Child Is This?” arr. Wolff Bill Trejbal, soloist

PASTORAL PRAYER LORD’S PRAYER

Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.

SCRIPTURE READING Luke 2:25-39

SERMON “The Reaction” Rev. Kerri Sandusky

HYMN “Silent Night” No. 253 (Verses 1, 2 & 4)

OFFERTORY “Away in a Manger” arr. Bock

“DOXOLOGY” No. 815

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“The First Noel” No. 265 “Then let us all with one accord sing praises to our heav’nly Lord, that hath

made heav’n and earth of naught, and with His blood mankind hath bought. Noel, Noel, Noel, Noel, born is the King of Israel.”

BENEDICTION POSTLUDE “Hark! The Herald Angels Sing” Mendelssohn LUKE 2:25-39 (NIV)

“Now there was a man in Jerusalem called Simeon, who was righteous and devout. He was waiting for the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not die before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. Moved by the Spirit, he went into the temple courts. When the parents brought in the child Jesus to do for him what the custom of the Law required, Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying: ‘Sovereign Lord, as you have promised, you may now dismiss your servant in peace. For my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the sight of all nations: a light for revelation to the Gentiles, and the glory of your people Israel.’ The child’s father and mother marveled at what was said about him. Then Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, his mother: ‘This child is destined to cause the falling and rising of many in Israel, and to be a sign that will be spoken against, so that the thoughts of many hearts will be revealed. And a sword will pierce your own soul too.’ There was also a prophet, Anna, the daughter of Penuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was very old; she had lived with her husband seven years after her marriage, and then was a widow until she was eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped night and day, fasting and praying. Coming up to them at that very moment, she gave thanks to God and spoke about the child to all who were looking forward to the redemption of Jerusalem. When Joseph and Mary had done everything required by the Law of the Lord, they returned to Galilee to their own town of Nazareth.”

CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE) **Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals are available for use during

traditional services. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.

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Announcements for December 28, 2014

CHILDREN IN CHURCH

Today all children and youth are encouraged to attend church with their families. The nursery will be available for those aged 2 and under.

YOUTH GROUPS

All youth groups will resume on January 11th, 2015, from 5:00-6:30 p.m. in Souers Hall. If you are in grades 6th through 12th, come and join in!

Beginning January 11th, Adrenaline Youth Choir will meet from 4:00-5:00 p.m. in the choir room.

TUESDAY BIBLE STUDY

Tuesday Bible study will resume on January 13th, 2015, at 10:00 a.m. in Souers Hall.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT ACTIVITIES

Wednesday Bible study will resume on January 14th, 2015, at 6:45 p.m. in Souers Hall. 4C Choirs, Heavenly Handbells, CLP Café, G.O. Kids Rec Room, Book Club, dinner, Chancel Choir, and G.O. Kids will also resume, beginning at 4:30 p.m. Please watch your bulletin for exact times and locations.

Take time to check out what’s happening…

Youth Groups Worship Committee

Tuesday Bible Study Coyotes Faith and Family Night

Wednesday Night Activities Good Times Fellowship

2014 Contributions Helping Hands

2014 CONTRIBUTIONS

In order for your offerings to be reflected on your 2014 giving statement all contributions must be in the church office

no later than noon on Wednesday, December 31st.

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WORSHIP COMMITTEE

Have you ever wanted to know what happens “behind the scenes’? The Worship Committee is looking for volunteers interested in joining our group to assist with various tasks and duties. Volunteering for the Worship Committee is an easy, fun and low time–commitment way to help the Church. Job duties include setting up for weekly services as well as helping out during various holiday and special services. You can volunteer for one day or for as many days as you like. It is a great way to get involved! Those interested in joining the Worship Committee or in learning more about this volunteer opportunity are asked to contact Lea-Ann at leaann.clement@gmail.com.

LAST DAY FOR

COYOTES FAITH AND FAMILY NIGHT

The Arizona Coyotes play the Ottawa Senators on Saturday, January 10th, 2015, at 6:00 p.m. Seats are either $55 for the lower level or $25 for the upper level. Please sign up in Souers Hall after each service. Bring your friends and family and enjoy Faith and Family night.

GOOD TIMES FELLOWSHIP

Seniors, our next dinner/show will be “The King and I” at the Arizona Broadway Theater on Friday, February 13th, 2015, at 5:30 p.m. The ticket price is $70.00, which includes dinner, show, sales tax and ticket gratuity. Sign up in Souers Hall after each service; you can also sign up in the church office during the week. Make checks payable to The Church at Litchfield Park and note Good Times Fellowship on the memo line. The deadline to pay for tickets is Friday, January 16th, 2015. For more information, contact Mary Meese at (623) 935-2136.

WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP

Circle 4 will meet at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, January 6th, at the home of Grace Luciani, 5126 N. 101st Dr., Litchfield Park. The program will be provided by Marilyn Kimmins.

HELPING HANDS

Helping Hands assist with meals and is responsible for receptions following memorial services. If you would like the opportunity to be a part of Helping Hands, please sign up in Souers Hall. We normally ask for two dozen cookies or two dozen tea sandwiches; if you have a preference, please make note of that. Thank you in advance. You will be blessed.

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Please call the church office at (623) 935-3411 to change or update this list.

JANUARY PREACHING SCHEDULE

Jan 4 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Communion Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.

Jan 11 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.

Jan 18 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.

Jan 25 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.

SSgt Kristen Allen A1C Robert Grotefend SFC Lance Otzmann

MAJ Travis Allen CW3 Brian Hall Shirley Parks

Lt Col Shawn Anger Capt Damon Juarez Lt Dan Pauley

EO Matthew Barton PFC Jay W. Klement, II HTFN Deacon Price

MAJ Joe Bemis PFC Ralph Lawson MK1 Robert Rodriguez

SFC Jamil D Bush Kyle P Lee MAJ Brendan Rowe

1st Sgt Christopher Cameron SSgt Tommy Little Lt Col Doug Seymour

MAJ Douglas Charters CM3 Ryan McElhaney 1st Lt R Jacob Stucky

Capt Taylor Clarke Capt Hank McKibban SSgt Derek Adrian Urban

Sgt Anthony Collier MAJ Ryan Maple DOD Civilian Derek Urban

Lt Col Lyle Dawley Phillip Miller, Seal Team MAJ Brad Walgren, Chaplain

Capt Malia DuMont SFC Donald S. Montgomery SSgt Christian Walsh

PFC Cody Fridley SR Ezra Norris SSgt Margaret Wilson

Lt Col Mike Gantt SR Noah Norris 2nd Lt Jacob Zalewski

Lt Col Keith Gempler *************** PFC Daniel Zimmer

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Calendar for the Week of December 28, 2014

Today, 12/28/2014 COFFEE FELLOWSHIP - In Souers Hall before and after worship INFORMATION TABLE - In the breezeway and in front lawn area before and after worship

8:00 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 8:00 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 9:15 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 9:15 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 10:45 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 10:45 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 7:00 p.m. – BOY SCOUT TROOP 99

Monday, 12/29/2014 12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House

Tuesday, 12/30/2014

12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House

Wednesday, 12/31/2014

12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House

Thursday, 01/01/2015 OFFICE CLOSED 6:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House

Friday, 01/02/2015 8:30 a.m. – W.C.S.F.THRIFT SHOP WORK DAY in Watt House 12:00 p.m. – RN RECOVERY GROUP in Watt House 1:00 p.m. – WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP KNITTING/CROCHET GROUP in Zieske Hall 6:30 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House 8:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House

Saturday, 01/03/2015 7:30 a.m. – MEN’S FELLOWSHIP in Souers Hall 8:30 a.m. – W.C.S.F.THRIFT SHOP OPEN in Watt House

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The Church at Litchfield Park 300 N. Old Litchfield Road Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

Phone: (623) 935-3411 Fax: (623) 935-0560 Web: www.churchatlitchfieldpark.org Email: info@churchatlitchfieldpark.org

The Ministers of this Church are its members

Assisting them are:

Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr., Senior Pastor

Rev. Kerri Sandusky, Associate Pastor

Rev. Judson Souers, Pastor Emeritus

Mona McCash, Organist Emerita

ASSISTING IN WORSHIP TODAY

SENIOR PASTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. ASSOCIATE PASTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Kerri Sandusky

DIRECTOR OF MUSIC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Sue Kujawski GUEST PIANIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Barbara Kolar LITURGIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Bill Crause USHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . Stu & Mary Wilkening, Jack Sigler, Nanci Harris 9:15 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jack & Sheila Porter, Walter & Diane Piehl 10:45 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jane Cook, Ron Smith, Jack & KT Tanner NURSERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chris Benoit, Jackie Bomgardner 9:15 a.m. . . . . . . . . . Amber Gilbert, Chris Benoit, Jackie Bomgardner

10:45 a.m. . . . . . . . . . Amber Gilbert, Chris Benoit, Jackie Bomgardner

Sacrament of Baptism Charles Alexander Besancon

Parents: Charles & Sarah Besancon Grandparents: Rick & Marcia Phillips

Mayada Besancon Godparent: Robin Cain