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*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION (Intinction) HYMNS SUNG DURING COMMUNION
“Emmanuel, Emmanuel” (sing two times) No. 178 “Let Us Break Bread Together” No. 699 “Take My Life and Let It Be” No. 466 “One Bread One Body” No. 689
*HYMN OF DEPARTURE “Good Christian Friends, Rejoice” No. 198 *BENEDICTION *POSTLUDE “The Opening Year” Lani Smith *Denotes those who are able are invited to stand in body and in spirit ..........Depart to serve
ST. PAUL’S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 201 N. PERRY ST., ST. MARYS, OH 45885
(419) 394-3811 (Church Office) (419) 394-8733 (Church Fax) email: [email protected] website: www.stpaulsuccsm.com
email for Rev. Rhonda A. Hainer: [email protected] and cell phone number: (563) 210-3508 email for prayer team requests to Carol Schmidt: [email protected]
email for Christian Education/Youth Director: [email protected] email for media: [email protected]
Rev. Rhonda A. Hainer, Pastor Vacant - Christian Ed Coordinator Jim Huckemeyer, Interim Director of Music Cynthia Hanover, Choir Pianist Ann Vogel, Organist Andrea Spencer, Organist Tom Hevlin, Organist Emeritus Julie Speckman, Church School Superintendent Carolyn Garrison, Administrative Assistant Bob Schumacher, Custodian Rich Spencer, Audio and Video Amy Keller, Confirmation Teacher Amy & Mark Dieringer, Youth Directors Kim Opperman, Sunday Nursery Supervisor Jeanette Tangeman, Back Bay Missionaries Liturgist …………...........................................................................Jill Dickman Acolytes …………...........................................................................Confirmands
Children’s Offering......................................................................Sunday School Children Missionaries................................................................................Members of our Congregation
Our Giving to God December 29, 2019 Current - $2119.00 and Mission - $240.00
Attendance – 117
Altar flowers today are given by Jim and Kris Vanderhorst in celebration of Ruth Dustman’s 90th birthday!
LADIES TAKE NOTE: Would you put in the bulletin that Women’s Guild Cabinet will meet on
Tuesday, January 7 at 3:00 in the lounge Anyone is welcome to attend
ST. PAUL'S UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST "We Shine For All Through Christ"
St. Marys, Ohio
January 5, 2020 Second Sunday after Christmas 10:30a.m. Epiphany * Order of Service
PRELUDE “To Follow the Star” Franklin Ritter CHIMES CALL US TO WORSHIP LIGHTING OF THE CANDLES CELEBRATING COMMUNITY Joys and Concerns of our Church Family Birthdays Introduction of Guests INTROIT “Emmanuel” Mark Andrew *CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: Ascribe to God glory and strength! People Worship God in the splendor of holiness! Leader: God’s voice speaks in the midst of our chaos. All: God’s voice flows like the living waters of grace. Leader: May God give strength to the people. All: May God bless the people with grace. *OPENING HYMN “Go Tell It On The Mountain” No. 218 *UNISON OPENING PRAYER You call our names, O God, and speak them in love. Each one known and held by you, affirming our place in your heart. In water, we are bound together; in love, we are made one; in grace, we are renewed. So may we celebrate our belonging, and hear again in the story of Jesus a call for us to follow.
ANTHEM “Bell Carol of the Kings” Phillip Kern
*STATEMENT OF FAITH (insert)
*GLORIA PATRI Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be. World without end, amen, amen. CHILDREN’S SERMON
*PASSING OF THE PEACE Leader: The Peace of Christ be with you. People: And also with you. (People offer God's peace to those nearby.)
(Those of you who are new among us today, please fill in the Welcome card that
you will find in the pew rack and drop it in the offering plate - Thank you!) RECOGNITION OF OUTGOING CONSISTORY MEMBERS INSTALLATION/COMMISSIONING OF 2020 CONSISTORY MEMBERS Leader: Jesus gathered faithful members to lead the community of faith and to work in the world on behalf of God's hope and vision to build the divine realm here on earth. Jesus commissioned these people with - the bread of life, the cup of a new promise, the light of truth and the word of good news. CONSISTORY MEMBERS: WE HAVE BEEN GIVEN ALL WE NEED! Leader: Jesus sends you into the world to cast out prejudice, anger, fear, and greed; to share the good news of peace, justice, mercy, and joy. CONSISTORY MEMBERS: WE HAVE BEEN GIVEN A WORTHY TASK! Leader: People of God, Followers of Christ, as you have been gifted, you will now answer the promises to serve this community of faith....... (questions to be asked) Members of this household of faith, you have heard the promises of your brothers and sisters in Christ who have answered God's call to service. Let us affirm our intention to live in covenant with them: Congregational response: We gather in celebration of the joy that is ours to be partners with you in the service of Jesus Christ. We promise to offer you Christian love, honor your leadership, assist and support you, so that together we may be a faithful church of Jesus Christ. SCRIPTURE Matthew 2:1-12 SERMON “When You Follow a Star” Rev. Rhonda Hainer PASTORAL PRAYER AND THE LORD'S PRAYER (using debts and debtors) *HYMN OF RESPONSE “We Three Kings of Orient Are” No. 233
OUR OFFERINGS TO GOD
Offertory: “The Eastern Star” Steven Scott
*DOXOLOGY “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow” No. 34
It’s So Good to See You It can be unsettling to come into a new place of worship. You look around at the small groups of people smiling and laughing. They obviously know each other well. When the service is ready to start, they go quickly to familiar seats next to friends and family. They sing the hymns by heart and feel comfortable with the order of service. For newcomers, though, if can feel awkward, like the first day of school. But God says you belong here because you belong to Him. You are part of His family – and ours as well! WELCOME! Please inform an Usher that you are a visitor and receive a special gift.
THIS WEEK AT ST. PAUL’S Sunday 8:30 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 10:30 am Mon. 11:00 am Wed. 9:00 am 5:30 pm 6:00 pm Thurs. 4:30-6pm Fri. Closed Next Sun. 8:30 am 9:00 am 9:00 am 10:30 am
Choir Rehearsal Sunday School/Confirmation Adult Forum – Heritage Hall Worship with Rev. Rhonda A. Hainer Church opens to the public Quilting Consistory Meet & Greet Consistory Meeting Breaking Bread Community Meal Church office closed for vacation day Choir Rehearsal Adult Forum – Heritage Hall Sunday School/Confirmation Worship with Rev. Rhonda A. Hainer
WE’RE GETTING A NEW ELEVATOR!!!! We’ve hired a contractor and work is
scheduled to begin in early March with an expected completion by the end of August. However, we still need to raise about $60,000.00. We’ve done an awesome job of raising money for this “uplifting” project, but need a little more help to reach completion. Anything you can donate is greatly appreciated.
**WE NEED LITURGISTS FOR JANUARY!!
Welcome to St. Paul's United Church of Christ! NURSERY AND PRE-SCHOOL TODDLER CARE - For your convenience, we have a staffed nursery
located in the educational building. Should it become necessary for you to leave the sanctuary during worship, you can view the morning service on the TV in the nursery. PLEASE NOTE - Only Newborn to Kindergarten age children are permitted in the Nursery during our morning worship service to allow safety for the newborns and toddlers. Children 1st Grade and older need to remain in the church and enjoy a Quiet Bag. Thank you for your understanding
HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE rest room is located on the sanctuary level near the elevette room and it also contains a baby changing table.
ENLARGED BULLETINS & HEARING DEVICES - available if needed (consult an usher). TELEVISED WORSHIP SERVICE - our worship service here at St. Paul’s is shown on TSC cable -
Digital channel 1 or non-digital channel 2, every Sunday at 10:30 am and also on Monday evenings at 7:00 pm. There is a one-week delay of the service shown.
WORSHIP SERVICE ON THE INTERNET – if you do not have TSC cable, you can watch our service on our church web page at www.spuccsm.com or on YouTube.
RECYCLE YOUR BULLETIN - on the registers at the North and South entrances you will see a tray
where you can place your bulletin to be recycled (if you do not wish to take it home). Thank you!
CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
Please keep the following people in your prayers:
Please say prayers for the following people: Bea and Bud Lehman, Terry Tangeman, Ed Goldenetz, Melody Grunden, Kris Kogge-Holt and Allana and Cameron Carroll, grandchildren of Penny and Donny Carroll.
Remember to pray for our shut-ins and for their caregivers that take care of them.
PLEASE SIGN UP - The 2020 Altar Flower Chart and the Liturgist sign-up sheet are located here in the sanctuary on the bulletin board by the sound system equipment. Liturgists are always needed! Please take a moment to sign up. Thank you!
HELP WANTED: When we have a significant snowfall, and if you are available, our Trustees could
use any extra help that they can get! Thank you in advance!