the liturgy of the word prelude o come, o come, emmanuel
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The Fourth Sunday of Advent The Holy Eucharist
THE LITURGY OF THE WORD Prelude O Come, O Come, Emmanuel Rudolf Moser Processional Hymn O Come, O come, Emmanuel Hymnal 56 Celebrant: Surely the Lord is coming soon, People: Amen. Come Lord Jesus! Bishop: The Lord will pour out his Spirit upon all flesh, People: And your sons and daughters shall prophesy.
Bishop: Your old men shall dream dreams, People: and your young men shall see visions. Bishop: You shall know that the Lord is in the midst of his people, People: that he is the Lord and there is none else. Bishop: And it shall come to pass People: that everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved. Celebrant: The Lord be with you. People: And with your spirit. Celebrant: Let us pray. Collect Stir up your power, O Lord, and with great might come among us; and as we are sorely hindered by our sins from running the race that is set before us, let your bountiful grace and mercy speedily help and deliver us; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and for ever. Amen. First Reading (all be seated) Micah 5:2-5a (Pew Bible p. 756) Reader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.
The Gradual (all remain seated) Psalm 80:1-7 Qui regis Israel
1 Hear, O Shepherd of Israel, leading Joseph like a flock; * shine forth, you that are enthroned upon the cherubim. 2 In the presence of Ephraim, Benjamin, and Manasseh, * stir up your strength and come to help us. 3 Restore us, O God of hosts; * show the light of your countenance, and we shall be saved.
4 O Lord God of hosts, * how long will you be angered despite the prayers of your people? 5 You have fed them with the bread of tears; * you have given them bowls of tears to drink. 6 You have made us the derision of our neighbors, * and our enemies laugh us to scorn. 7 Restore us, O God of hosts; * show the light of your countenance, and we shall be saved.
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. Second Reading Hebrews 10:1-10 (Pew Bible p. 976) Reader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. Sequence (all stand) Come, thou long expected Jesus (stanzas 3-4) Hymnal 66 Deacon: The Holy Gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ according to Saint Luke. People: Glory to you, Lord Christ. Holy Gospel Luke 1:39-56 (Pew Bible p. 831) Deacon: The Gospel of the Lord. People: Praise to you, Lord Christ. Sermon (all be seated) Nicene Creed (all stand and recite in unison)
We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, visible and invisible.
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 salvation he came down from heaven, was incarnate from the Holy Spirit and 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 again in accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and 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], who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified, who 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 Presentation, Exhortation and Examination Presenters: Right Reverend Father in God, we present these persons to receive the
laying on of hands.
Bishop: Have they been adequately prepared? Presenters: They have.
Then the Bishop says:
Dearly beloved, it is essential that those who wish to be Confirmed or Received in this Church must publicly confess Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior; become his disciple; know and affirm the Nicene Creed, the Lord’s Prayer, and the Ten Commandments; and have received instruction in the Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments and the Catechism of the Church. God’s grace is imparted in baptism where we are made God’s children by adoption and given the Holy Spirit. Through the power of the Spirit, manifested in gifts and fruit, we are enabled to be God’s people for the sake of the world.
Now, these candidates here desire publicly to confess their faith in Jesus Christ as Savior and their commitment to follow him as Lord. They also desire the strengthening of grace through the laying on of hands that the Holy Spirit may fill them more and more for their ministry in the Church and in the world.
Then the Bishop Addresses the Candidates:
Bishop: Do you, here in the presence of God and the Church, renew the solemn promises and vows made at your Baptism and commit to keep them?
Candidates: I do.
Bishop: Do you renounce the Devil and all the spiritual forces of wickedness that rebel against God?
Candidates: I renounce them.
Bishop: Do you renounce the empty promises and deadly deceits of this world which corrupt and destroy the creatures of God?
Candidates: I renounce them.
Bishop: Do you renounce the sinful desires of the flesh that draw you from the love of God?
Candidates: I renounce them.
Bishop: Do you turn to Jesus Christ and confess him as your Lord and Savior? Candidates: I do.
Bishop: Do you joyfully receive the Christian Faith, as revealed in the Holy Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments?
Candidates: I do.
Bishop: Will you obediently keep God’s holy will and commandments, and walk in them all the days of your life?
Candidates: I will, the Lord being my helper.
The Bishop then Addresses the Congregation:
Bishop: Will you who witness these vows do all in your power to support these persons in their life in Christ?
People: We will. Prayer and the Laying on of Hands
Then the Bishop says: Let us pray.
Almighty and everliving God, we beseech you to strengthen these your servants for witness and ministry through the power of your Holy Spirit. Daily increase in them your manifold virtues of grace: the spirit of wisdom and understanding, the spirit of counsel and might, the spirit of knowledge and true godliness, and the spirit of holy fear, now and for ever. Amen. For Confirmation
The Bishop lays hands upon each one and says: Defend, O Lord, this your servant N. with your heavenly grace, that he may continue yours for ever, and daily increase in your Holy Spirit more and more until he comes into the fullness of your everlasting kingdom. Amen.
For Reception
Strengthen, O Lord, with your Holy Spirit, your servant N., whom we recognize as a member of the One, Holy, Catholic, and Apostolic Church, and receive into the fellowship of this Communion. Empower him for your service, and sustain him all the days of his life. Amen. For Reaffirmation
N., the Holy Spirit, who has begun a good work in you, direct and empower you by his grace, that you may continue in the service of our Lord Jesus Christ all the days of your life. Amen. The Bishop concludes with this prayer:
Almighty and everliving God, let your fatherly hand be upon these your servants; let your Holy Spirit ever be with them; and so lead them in the knowledge and obedience of your Holy Word, that they may faithfully serve you in this life, and joyfully dwell with you in the life to come; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. Peace (all stand)
Celebrant: The Peace of the Lord be always with you. People: And with your spirit. Announcements (all be seated)
We rejoice with those who are being confirmed or received today:
Cameron Blaauw, Heidi Francis, Hugh McGinn, Penelope Miller, Amanda Pyle, Ethan Pyle, Matt Vlahovich
THE HOLY COMMUNION
Offertory Out of the Orient Crystal Skies Richard Zgodava
Presentation Hymn (all stand) Old One Hundredth Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise him, all creatures here below; Praise him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. Celebrant: All things come from you, O Lord. People: And of your own have we given you.
Sursum Corda
Celebrant: The Lord be with you. People: And with your spirit.
Celebrant: Lift up your hearts. People: We lift them up to the Lord. Celebrant: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People: It is right to give him thanks and praise.
It is right, our duty and our joy, always and everywhere to give thanks to you, Father Almighty, Creator of heaven and earth.
Because you sent your beloved Son to redeem us from sin and death, and to make us heirs in him of everlasting life; that when he shall come again in power and great glory to judge the world, we may without shame or fear rejoice to behold his appearing.
Therefore we praise you, joining our voices with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, who for ever sing this hymn to proclaim the glory of your Name.
Sanctus et Benedictus S130
The Prayer of Consecration (all kneel)
Holy and gracious Father: In your infinite love you made us for yourself; and when we had sinned against you and become subject to evil and death, you, in your mercy, sent your only Son into the world for our salvation. By the Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary he became flesh and dwelt among us. In obedience to your will, he stretched out his arms upon the cross and offered himself once for all, that by his suffering and death we might be saved. By his resurrection he broke the bonds of death, trampling Hell and Satan under his feet. As our great high priest, he ascended to your right hand in glory, that we might come with confidence before the throne of grace.
On the night that he was betrayed, our Lord Jesus Christ took bread; and when he had given thanks, he broke it,* and gave it to his disciples, saying, “Take, eat; this is my Body which is given for you: Do this in remembrance of me.”
Likewise, after supper, Jesus took the cup, and when he had given thanks, he gave it to them, saying, “Drink this, all of you; for this is my Blood of the New Covenant, which is shed for you, and for many, for the forgiveness of sins: Whenever you drink it, do this in remembrance of me.”
Therefore we proclaim the mystery of faith: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.
We celebrate the memorial of our redemption, O Father, in this sacrifice of praise and thanksgiving, and we offer you these gifts.
Sanctify them by your Word and Holy Spirit to be for your people the Body and Blood of your Son Jesus Christ. Sanctify us also, that we may worthily receive this holy sacrament, and be made one body with him, so that he may dwell in us and we in him. And bring us with all your saints into the fullness of your heavenly kingdom, where we shall see our Lord face to face.
All this we ask through your Son Jesus Christ: By him, and with him, and in him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and forever. Amen.
The 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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen.
The Fraction
Celebrant: Alleluia. Christ our Passover Lamb has been sacrificed, once for all upon the cross.
People: Therefore let us keep the feast. Alleluia.
Prayer of Humble Access (in unison)
We do not presume to come to this, your table, O merciful Lord, trusting in our own righteousness, but in your abundant and great mercies. We are not worthy so much as to gather up the crumbs under your table. But you are the same Lord, who always delights in showing mercy. Grant us, therefore, gracious Lord, so to eat the flesh of your dear Son Jesus Christ and to drink his blood, that our sinful bodies may be made clean by his body, and our souls washed through his most precious blood, and that we may evermore dwell in him, and he in us. Amen.
Agnus Dei S157
Communion
All baptized Christians who profess Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior are welcome to receive Holy Communion in this church. All who do not wish to receive are still welcome to come forward to the altar rail. You may cross your arms across your chest as an indication you do not wish to receive, and a prayer of blessing will be offered for you instead.
Gluten-free wafers are available. If you would like to receive a gluten-free wafer, simply ask the priest when he comes to you at the communion rail.
Additional prayer is offered by our Altarside Prayer Team on either side of the altar, if you are in need of specific prayer, they would be happy to pray with you after you have received communion.
Communion Music The Comfortable Words Words and music by Andy Piercy
Let all mortal flesh keep silence Hymnal 324
All Who Are Thirsty Brown, Robertson; CCLI: 2489542
Savior of the nations, come! Hymnal 54 Before the Throne of God Above Words by Charitie L. Bancroft
Music by Vikki Cook; CCLI: 2306412
When Satan tempts me to despair, and tells me of the guilt within, Upward I look and see Him there, who made an end to all my sin.
One with Himself I cannot die, my soul is purchased with His blood; My life is hid with Christ on high, with Christ, my Savior and my God,
With Christ, my Savior and my God.
Behold Him there, the risen Lamb, my perfect spotless Righteousness; The great unchangeable I AM, the King of glory and of grace!
Because the sinless Savior died, my sinful soul is counted free; For God the Just is satisfied to look on Him and pardon me,
To look on Him and pardon me.
Because the sinless Savior died, my sinful soul is counted free; For God the Just is satisfied to look on Him and pardon me,
To look on Him and pardon me. Post Communion Prayer (in unison)
Heavenly Father, we thank you for feeding us with the spiritual food of the most precious body and blood of your Son our Savior Jesus Christ: and for assuring us in these holy mysteries that we are living members of the body of your Son, and heirs of your eternal Kingdom. And now Father, send us out into the world to do the work you have given us to do, to love and serve you as faithful witnesses of Christ our Lord. To him, to you, and to the Holy Spirit, be honor and glory, now and forever. Amen. Prayer for our Search Team (in unison)
Good and gracious God, thank you for blessing our church. As we prepare for our future, we are confident of your goodness and care, and we humbly ask you to open our hearts and minds so that we may listen well for your guidance. Help us to discern Your will, and to be guided to select the person you already have in mind to be our new Rector. May we love each other and You more deeply as we make this journey together. This we pray in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. The Blessing Go forth into the world in peace; be of good courage; fight the good fight of faith; that you may finish your course with joy; and the blessing of God Almighty, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, be among you, and remain with you always. Amen. Recessional Hymn Tell out, my soul, the greatness of the Lord! Hymnal 438 Dismissal Celebrant: Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.
(Please be seated for the Postlude, or exit quietly.) Postlude Angels We Have Heard on High Fred Bock Today Celebrant: The Right Reverend Keith Andrews
Preacher: The Reverend Chuck Collins
Deacon: The Reverend Matt Rucker
Assisting Clergy: The Reverend Tom Phillips
Acolytes: Kyle Irish, Mahir Carson, Jacob Ladner
Altar Guild: Marcia & Clay Landwehr
Altarside Prayer: Amy & Shawn Carson, Cynthia Turner, Lara Milford
Chalice Bearers: Wendy Pitha, Rod Bain
Coffee Time: Melissa Baum, Cara Appleton
Eucharistic Visitors: Sue Harper, Stephen Doholis
Flower Guild: Marj Pelham, Debbie Moudy
Godly Play: Lara Milford, Ron Whisler
Lay Readers: Judy Irish, Ingrid Swenson
Music Ministry: Matt Flora, Matt Vlahovich
Organist: Steve VandenBerg
Sound System: Mark Romaneski
Ushers: Kevin Jones, Roger Pelham, Edward Jones, Jeff Irish
Welcomers: Joie & Steve McKiernan
ANNOUNCEMENTS Adult Education Please join us in the Parish Hall for an extended time of coffee and fellowship this Sunday and next. We will begin a new Adult Education series in January. Holiday Services Schedule December 24, 6:00 p.m. Children’s Christmas Pageant December 24, 7:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Service December 25, 10:00 a.m. Christmas Day Service January 1, 10:00 a.m. New Year’s Day Service
*Please note that childcare will not be available for these services* Christmas Food Drive Thank You Many thanks to all of you who made donations last week to our Christmas food drive. We collected 1,200 pounds of food for children in need. Your donation will make a difference in their lives and your help is very much appreciated. Online Giving Now Available Credit Cards are now accepted through our website! Go to www.christchurchphoenix.org, select the “Giving” option at the top, and click on the Donate Online box. Do This in Remembrance of Me; Eucharist Lesson Children Pre-K-6th Grade are welcome to join Deacon Matt Rucker in a four week Sunday School lesson series teaching that the Eucharist is the way we remember who God is for us in Jesus. Parents are welcome to join but not required to participate. First Sunday School lesson begins January 6, 10:30-11:10 a.m., in Room 8. Light snacks will be provided. Men: Get Connected in the New Year Join other men in the parish on the second Saturday of each month from 7:00–8:00 a.m. at the Miracle Mile Deli at 16th Street and Campbell for breakfast and coffee. We have a great time together chatting and then discussing Scripture. We are currently in early Genesis with discussion lead by Deacon Matt Rucker. No need to make a reservation - just show up when you can! To join our monthly reminder that includes the Scripture text, email Stan at [email protected]. Next date is Saturday, January 12. Next Baptism Opportunity Sunday, January 13, we celebrate the Baptism of our Lord and it is a traditional time for the Sacrament of Baptism. If you or a loved one would like to be baptized, please contact Cheryl at [email protected].
Healing Prayer with Joe Johnson Once again, Christ Church Anglican will host Joe Johnson with Heart of the Father Ministries in January! He will conduct a special healing service on Saturday, January 19, at 10:00 a.m. Joe will also offer individual prayer appointments at select times January 16 – 19, and January 21 –23. If you are interested in scheduling a prayer appointment with Joe, please contact Don Street at [email protected] or 602.791.1255. For more information about Joe and his ministry, contact Laura Mitchell at [email protected] or 602.689.9060. Rector Search Committee Update Last Thursday the Rector Search Committee met to continue to work toward completing a draft of both the Parish profile and the Rector profile. After this task is complete, the Vestry will review the documents. This process contains much work and also much waiting on the Lord; we are thankful that we are in the advent season when we all specifically ask that the Lord helps the stewards of His mysteries prepare and make ready the way. 2019 Vestry Slate The Vestry Nominating Committee work is completed and the slate will be presented for a vote at the Annual Meeting on January 27, 2019. The candidates are: Junior Warden – Jack Smelser; Vestry Members – Nikki Jarrett, Kevin Jones, and Beth Weicht. Additionally, Shawn Carson will be appointed by the Interim Rector as Senior Warden for 2019. Their pictures and biographies will be displayed in the Parish Hall. The following is cited for your information: Per the Christ Church Anglican bylaws, CCA Members may nominate candidates to the Vestry in addition to the slate of candidates the Vestry presents. Members must submit nominations at least two weeks before the Annual Meeting. To nominate a candidate, a Member must obtain the concurrence of the Candidate and present the nomination to the Interim Rector. To be valid, the nomination must include the concurrence of ten other Members as evidenced by their signatures. Our Parish Family offers prayers for: Katie and Tim, Bree, Bob and Trudy, Martha.