Emmanuel Lutheran Church140 Cherry Avenue, NW, Warren, Ohio

Pastor: The Rev. Eugene A. KoeneMinister of Music: Dean C. Hunt

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10 JAN. 2020 + 1st SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY + 10:00 A.M. + BAPTISM OF OUR LORD + Presider C = Congregation A = Assistant/Lector

“HUSH, FOR GOD IS HERE”ORGAN VOLUNTARY “FUGUE” LOUIS MARCHAND

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ALL MAY MAKE THE SIGN OF THE CROSS, THE SIGN MARKED AT BAPTISM; AS THE PRESIDING MINISTER BEGINS . (+)

+ CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS +(S P: In the name of the Father, and of the (+) Son, and of the Holy Spirit.C: AMEN.

P: Almighty God, to whom all hearts are open, all desires known, and from whom no secrets are hid: cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you and worthily magnify your holy name, through Jesus Christ our Lord. C: AMEN. P: If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. But if we confess our sins, God who is faithful and just will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

PLEASE KNEEL, IF YOU ARE ABLESILENCE IS KEPT FOR REFLECTION

P: Gracious God,C: have mercy on us. We confess that we have turned from you, and given ourselves into the power of sin. We are truly sorry and humbly repent. In your compassion forgive us our sins, known and unknown, things we have done and things we have failed to do. Turn us again to you and uphold us by your Spirit, so that we may live and serve you in newness of life through Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. C: AMEN.P: Almighty God in his mercy has given his Son to die for us and, for his sake, forgives us all our sins. As a called and ordained minister of the Church of Christ and by his authority, I declare to you the entire forgiveness of all your sins, in the name of the Father, and of the (+) Son, and of the Holy Spirit. C: AMEN.

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THE GATHERING HYMN (STAND)

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P: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all. C: And also with you.

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CANTICLE OF PRAISE “GLORY TO GOD

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P: THE PRAYER OF THE DAYHoly God, creator of light and giver of goodness, your voice moves over the waters. Immerse us in your grace, and transform us by your Spirit, that we may follow after your Son, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. C: AMEN.

THE ASSEMBLY SITS

+ LITURGY OF THE WORD +AFTER EACH READING: A: THE WORD OF THE LORD. C: THANKS BE TO GOD

THE FIRST READING GENESIS 1:1-5

PSALMODY PSALM 29ASCRIBE TO THE LORD, YOU GODS,

ASCRIBE TO THE LORD GLORY AND STRENGTH. ASCRIBE TO THE LORD THE GLORY DUE HIS NAME;

WORSHIP THE LORD IN THE BEAUTY OF HOLINESS. THE VOICE OF THE LORD IS UPON THE WATERS; THE GOD OF GLORY THUNDERS; THE LORD IS UPON THE MIGHTY WATERS.THE VOICE OF THE LORD IS A POWERFUL VOICE;

THE VOICE OF THE LORD IS A VOICE OF SPLENDOR. THE VOICE OF THE LORD BREAKS THE CEDAR TREES;

THE LORD BREAKS THE CEDARS OF LEBANON; HE MAKES LEBANON SKIP LIKE A CALF,

AND MOUNT HERMON LIKE A YOUNG WILD OX. THE VOICE OF THE LORD SPLITS THE FLAMES OF FIRE;THE VOICE OF THE LORD SHAKES THE WILDERNESS;

THE LORD SHAKES THE WILDERNESS OF KADESH. THE VOICE OF THE LORD MAKES THE OAK TREES WRITHE

AND STRIPS THE FORESTS BARE. AND IN THE TEMPLE OF THE LORD

ALL ARE CRYING, "GLORY!" THE LORD SITS ENTHRONED ABOVE THE FLOOD;

THE LORD SITS ENTHRONED AS KING FOREVERMORE.

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THE LORD SHALL GIVE STRENGTH TO HIS PEOPLE;THE LORD SHALL GIVE HIS PEOPLE THE BLESSING OF PEACE.

THE SECOND READING ACTS 19:1-7

THE GOSPEL MARK 1:9-11 The Assembly Stands when the Gospel Acclamation begins.

P: (+) The Holy Gospel according to Mark, the 1st chapter. (++)

P: The Gospel of the Lord. After the Reading

THE SERMON “OPEN HEAVENS” (Mark 1:9-11)

►After the sermon a musical reflection will be played before the Hymn of the Day. ◄

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0THE HYMN OF THE DAY

PROFESSION OF FAITH NICENE CREED

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We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.

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; by the power of the Holy Spirit he became incarnate from 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. With the Father and the Son he is worshiped and glorified. He 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 PRAYERS OF INTERCESSIONTHE READER PRAYS:”LORD IN YOUR MERCY.”

CONGREGATION RESPONDS:…”HEAR OUR PRAYER”A: Let us pray for the whole people of God in Christ Jesus, and for all people according to their needs.

A BRIEF SILENCE. AT THE END OF THE PRAYERS:P: SUMMARY PRAYER BY THE PASTOR

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+ PEACE +P: THE PEACE OF THE LORD BE WITH YOU ALWAYS.

C: AND ALSO WITH YOU.THE CONGREGATION GREETS ONE ANOTHER WITH THE GREETING OF

“PEACE BE WITH YOU.”THE PREPARATION OF THE GIFTS AND OFFERING

AN OFFERING IS RECEIVED AS THE ALTAR IS PREPARED. THE OFFERTORY RESPONSE

OFFERTORY PRAYER THE ASSEMBLY STANDS FOR THE OFFERTORY PRAYERA: God of all creation:C: all you have made is good, and your love endures forever. You bring forth bread from the earth and fruit from the vine. Nourish us with these gifts, that we might be for the world signs of your gracious presence in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord C: AMEN.

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING PREFACE & DIALOGUE P: The Lord be with you.C: And also with you.P: Lift up your hearts.C: We lift them to the Lord.

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P: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.C: It is right to give our thanks and praise.P: It is indeed right, our duty, and our joy... we praise your name and join their unending hymn:

SANCTUS (Holy, Holy, Holy)

* THE EUCHARISTIC PRAYERThe Presiding minister continues: …we proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.C: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again. …..be given our inheritance with all your saints.C: To you, O God, Father, Son, and Holy Sprit be all honor and glory in your holy Church now and forever. AMEN.

C: THE LORD’S PRAYER (TRADITIONAL FORM)

THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD

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P: When we eat this bread we share the body of Christ. When we drink this cup we share the blood of Christ.

C: Reveal yourself to us, O Lord, in the breaking of bread, as once you revealed yourself to the disciples.

AGNUS DEI “LAMB OF GOD”

PLEASE BE SEATED

INVITATION TO COMMUNIONP: Taste and see that the Lord is good; blessed are all who put their trust in him. DISTRIBUTION

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(BAPTIZED CHRISTIANS WHO HAVE RECEIVED THEIR FIRST COMMUNION, REPENT OF SIN AND TRUST IN JESUS CHRIST FOR FORGIVENESS AND SALVATION, ENDEAVORING TO LIVE IN PEACE WITH ALL PEOPLE, ARE WELCOME TO RECEIVE THE BODY AND BLOOD OF CHRIST, AS HE GIVES HIMSELF TO US IN THE EARTHLY ELEMENTS OF BREAD AND WINE. THOSE NOT YET READY FOR COMMUNION ARE INVITED TO THE ALTAR FOR A BLESSING.)

COMMUNION HYMN

THE POST COMMUNION BLESSING

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P: The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. C: AMEN. POST COMMUNION CANTICLE SONG OF SIMEON

THE POST COMMUNION PRAYERA: Radiant God, C: with our eyes we have seen your salvation, and in this meal we have feasted on your grace. May your Word take flesh in us, that we may be your holy people, revealing your glory made known to us in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. AMEN.

THE BENEDICTION

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P: The Lord bless you and keep you. The Lord make his face shine on you and be gracious to you. The Lord look upon you with favor and + give you peace. C: AMEN.

THE HYMN IN RECESSION

A: Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. THE ORGAN VOLUNTARY “LARGO FROM VOLUNTARY NO. 9” JOHN STANLEY

Serving in Worship Ministers:……………………………………………………………….The People of GodAssisting Minister:………………………………………………………..........Patty DavisSacristan:……………………………………………………………………...Garry Kibler

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Altar Guild: …………………………………………………………...Karen DaubenspeckAcolyte Team:……………………..............Lindsay Naples, Derek Wilson, Addie WilsonOrganist/Choirmaster:………………………………………………………..Dean C. HuntPastor:…………………………………………………………The Rev. Eugene A. Koene

SERVING NEXT WEEKAssisting Minister:Patti Wentworth, Acolyte Team: A.Wilson, D.Wilson,

Sacristan: Garry Kibler, Altar Guild: Karen Daubenspeck

►THIS WEEK AT EMMANUEL CHURCH ◄

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JANUARY SPECIAL OFFERINGPASTOR’S DISCRETIONARY FUND

† Weekly Announcements †10 January 2021

CHURCH ELDERS WILL MEET MONDAY, 11 JANUARY AT

6:00 p.m.

CHURCH COUNCIL WILL MEETTUESDAY, 12 JANUARY AT

6:30 P.M.

January 9-Susan Engler, 10-Edith Shunkwiler, 11-Joyce Beach

Please keep in your prayers our Sisters and Brothers ofEmmanuel Lutheran Church.

Dick Viola Family, Harlene Huffstetler, Charles Vasbinder, James Kibler, David Griffin,Carl Wollam, June Stroup, George Burin, Jr. Christine Sweitzer, Mary

Sudik, Sally Garghill, Darlene Spelich, Anne Rowan, Harry Redmond, Virginia Morris, Cora Byers, June Roller, Billie Jo Smith, Billy Eckenrode, Shawn Bowker, Zack Bako, Felicia MacMillan, Sue Thomas, Sally Dolovy, John Beach, Judy Pinto,

Edith Shunkwiler, Lindsay Naples. The Cosma Family, Dean HuntWe hold in prayer all who have asked to be on our public prayer list:

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READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK (17 January) -2 nd Sunday After Epiphany I SAMUEL 3:1-10 [11-20] PSALM 139:1-6, 13-18 I CORINTHIANS 6:12-20 JOHN 1:43-51

Stewardship Report for 3 January 2021

Offering: $ TBA- Designated: $ TBA

THE CLOTHES CLOSET IS IN NEED OF:

MEN’S FLANNEL SHIRTS, SWEATSHIRTS AND WINTER

*Lee Sweitzer,*Ralph Koene,*Evelyn Koene, *Victoria Chuminski,*Teirian

McKinney,*Raygan Ray, *Roger Morgan, *Larry Wibert,*Evelyn Wibert, *Ken Detman, *Bernice,*Kathy DeNunzio, *Warner Taiclet, *John,*Rosalie May,*Hazel Morgan, *Dwayne Phillips,*Monique Holmes, *Judy Coman, *Pam Vines, *Leslie Flower,*Jennifer James,*Tesa & Lidia Biggs,*Tom Arbaugh *Pr. John Heinemeier *Though we hold many in prayer privately, these people have given permission to be on this public list. Names stay on this list fortwo months. The above list has been updated. If someone is not on the list andyou wish them to be on for another 2 months, please call Dean (Parish Office or Dorothy Sunderman.) Our church office is open Monday through Thursday from 8:00 am to 2:00 pm. The phone number is 330-392-5939. The email address is eelc.office@gmail.com

We here at Emmanuel have returned to on-line services only until further notice. We want to be responsible in seeing that our Emmanuel Family and Friends are kept safe. Thank You.

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OFFERING ENVELOPES FOR 2021 ARE READY TO BE PICKED UP AT THE CHERRY AVENUE, NW ENTRANCE.

PLEASE RING THE BUZZER, STEP IN AND GET YOUR ENVELOPES AND BE ON YOUR WAY. THIS SAVES THE

CHURCH FROM HAVING TO MAIL THEM WHICH IS QUITE COSTLY. THANK YOU.

We had a locksmith come and inspect our outer door locks and after reviewing the locks, they suggested that they be replaced, for the safety of the building. With that said we had 20 “do not duplicate” keys made. Keys are distributed to the chair of each board and council members. If you think you should have a key, submit your request to Church Council. Terry Wentworth Church Elders

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