Let the peace of Christ rule in your hearts; let the word of Christ dwell in you richly. -Colossians 3.15,16
Processional Hymn: #139 The First Nowell
Welcome & Acknowledgment of Land
Call to Worship:
The Word became flesh and lived among us, full of grace and truth.
We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son.
On this first Sunday after Christmas,
we continue to celebrate the birth of Jesus.
The light shines in the darkness,
and the darkness has not overcome it.
God has come to us in Jesus, bringing hope, peace, joy, and love.
We gather to worship and give thanks,
for the gift of Emmanuel—God with us.
Let us lift our voices and sing praises to our Savior.
Alleluia! Amen. (Seasons of the Spirit)
The Gathering of the Community p. 185
Glory to God p.186
Kyrie Eleison p.186
Collect: Almighty God, you have shed upon us the new light of your incarnate Word. May this light, enkindled in our hearts, shine forth in our lives; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, now and for ever. Amen
The Proclamation of the Word (Led by Karen Erickson)
First Reading: 1 SAMUEL 2:18-20, 26
PSALM 148 R: Hallelujah!
Second Reading: COLOSSIANS 3:12-17
Gradual Hymn: #151 All Poor Folk and Humble (vs 1)
The Gospel: LUKE 2:41-52
Gradual Hymn: #151 All Poor Folk and Humble (vs 2)
Homily:
Affirmation of Faith: The Apostle’s Creed p.189 (please stand as able)
Prayers of the People (Led by Dr. Doug Shantz)
Confession and Absolution p.191
The Peace p. 192
Offertory Hymn: #148 See Amid the Winter’s Snow
Prayer over the Gifts: God of light, in the birth of your Son we see your glory. May we who share in this mystery grow daily in your love. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen
The Celebration of the Eucharist (Eucharistic Prayer #3, p. 198)
The Lord’s Prayer (sung) p. 211
The Breaking of the Bread (prayer # 6) p. 213
Agnes Dei (sung) O Lamb of God, that takest away the sins of the world, have mercy upon us… Grant us Thy peace.
¬The Communion (all are welcome to receive communion, or to
come up to the altar for a blessing)
Communion Hymn: #146 Twas in the Moon of Wintertime
Prayer after Communion: Source of truth and joy, may we who have received the gift of divine life always follow the way of your Son. This we ask in the name of Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen
Doxology (Old 100th): Praise God from whom all blessings flow! Praise him all creatures here below! Praise him above ye heavenly hosts! Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost! Amen
The Blessing
Closing Hymn: #143 Angels, from the Realms of Glory
The Dismissal p. 215
