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Sunday—Epiphany Four
February 1, 2015 * 10:00am
St. Matthew Evangelical Lutheran Church
700 Pleasure Road * Lancaster, PA 17601
717-394-9607
Welcome to the St. Matthew
faith community.
We’re glad that you have joined us for worship.
In Deuteronomy God promises
to raise up a prophet like Moses,
who will speak for God;
in Psalm 111 God shows the people
the power of God's works.
For the church these are ways of pointing to
the unique authority people sensed
in Jesus' actions and words.
We encounter that authority in God's word,
around which we gather,
the word that trumps any lesser spirit
that would claim power over us,
freeing us to follow Jesus.
Sunday—Epiphany Four
February 1, 2015 * 10:00am
PRELUDE
Here, O Lord, Your Servants Gather
J. Wayne Kerr
TUNE: ISAO KOIZUMI, 1907-1992
* Please stand
CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS
All may make the sign of the cross, the sign marked at baptism, as the presiding minister
begins.
Minister: Blessed be the holy Trinity, + one God,
who spoke light into creation,
who calls us to listen and follow,
who sends us to shine like stars.
People: Amen.
Let us come before God, confessing our sin.
Silence is kept for reflection.
Minister: Holy and merciful God,
People: we confess that we have sinned against our sisters
and brothers and against you.
We cherish the values of this world.
We cause others to stumble.
The earth is wounded by our excess.
Have mercy, O God.
Forgive us, renew us, and raise us up on eagles' wings,
that we may do your will with courage and delight.
Amen.
Minister: Hear the voice from heaven:
"You are my own, my beloved."
God gives power to the weary
and strengthens the powerless.
Be cleansed, be healed,
for in the name of + Jesus Christ,
I declare to you the forgiveness of your sins
and the revealing of God's reign.
People: Amen.
GATHERING
GATHERING HYMN
GREETING
You Servants of God
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Minister: The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God,
and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
People: And also with you.
HYMN OF PRAISE
PRAYER OF THE DAY
Glory to God
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Minister: Compassionate God,
you gather the whole universe into your radiant presence
and continually reveal your Son as our Savior.
Bring wholeness to all that is broken and speak truth to us in our
confusion, that all creation will see and know your Son,
Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
* Please be seated
CHILDREN’S SERMON—All children are encouraged to come forward.
WORD
FIRST READING: DEUTERONOMY 18:15-20
15
The LORD your God will raise up for you a prophet like me from among
your own people; you shall heed such a prophet. 16This is what you
requested of the LORD your God at Horeb on the day of the assembly
when you said: "If I hear the voice of the LORD my God any more, or ever
again see this great fire, I will die." 17Then the LORD replied to me: "They
are right in what they have said. 18I will raise up for them a prophet like you
from among their own people; I will put my words in the mouth of the
prophet, who shall speak to them everything that I command. 19Anyone who
does not heed the words that the prophet shall speak in my name, I myself
will hold accountable. 20But any prophet who speaks in the name of other
gods, or who presumes to speak in my name a word that I have not
commanded the prophet to speak — that prophet shall die."
Reader: The word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.
PSALM 111
1
Praise the Lord!
I will give thanks to the Lord with my whole heart,
in the company of the upright, in the congregation.
2
Great are the works of the Lord,
studied by all who delight in them.
3
Full of honour and majesty is his work,
and his righteousness endures for ever.
Spoken in unison
4
He has gained renown by his wonderful deeds;
the Lord is gracious and merciful.
5
He provides food for those who fear him;
he is ever mindful of his covenant.
6
He has shown his people the power of his works,
in giving them the heritage of the nations.
7
The works of his hands are faithful and just;
all his precepts are trustworthy.
8
They are established for ever and ever,
to be performed with faithfulness and uprightness.
9
He sent redemption to his people;
he has commanded his covenant for ever.
Holy and awesome is his name.
10
The fear of the Lord is the beginning of wisdom;
all those who practise it have a good understanding.
His praise endures for ever.
SECOND READING: I CORINTHIANS 8:1-13
1
Now concerning food sacrificed to idols: we know that "all of us possess
knowledge." Knowledge puffs up, but love builds up. 2Anyone who claims to
know something does not yet have the necessary knowledge; 3but anyone
who loves God is known by him. 4Hence, as to the eating of food offered to
idols, we know that "no idol in the world really exists," and that "there is no
God but one." 5Indeed, even though there may be so-called gods in heaven
or on earth — as in fact there are many gods and many lords — 6yet for us
there is one God, the Father, from whom are all things and for whom we
exist, and one Lord, Jesus Christ, through whom are all things and through
whom we exist. 7It is not everyone, however, who has this knowledge. Since
some have become so accustomed to idols until now, they still think of the
food they eat as food offered to an idol; and their conscience, being weak, is
defiled. 8Food will not bring us close to God. We are no worse off if we do
not eat, and no better off if we do. 9But take care that this liberty of yours
does not somehow become a stumbling block to the weak. 10For if others
see you, who possess knowledge, eating in the temple of an idol, might they
not, since their conscience is weak, be encouraged to the point of eating
food sacrificed to idols? 11So by your knowledge those weak believers for
whom Christ died are destroyed. 12But when you thus sin against members
of your family, and wound their conscience when it is weak, you sin against
Christ. 13Therefore, if food is a cause of their falling, I will never eat meat, so
that I may not cause one of them to fall.
Reader: The word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.
* Please stand
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION
Minister: The Holy Gospel of our Lord, according to St. Mark.
People: Glory to you, O Lord.
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GOSPEL: M ARK 1:21-28
21
They went to Capernaum; and when the sabbath came, he entered the
synagogue and taught. 22They were astounded at his teaching, for he taught
them as one having authority, and not as the scribes. 23Just then there was
in their synagogue a man with an unclean spirit, 24and he cried out, "What
have you to do with us, Jesus of Nazareth? Have you come to destroy us?
I know who you are, the Holy One of God." 25But Jesus rebuked him, saying,
"Be silent, and come out of him!"26And the unclean spirit, convulsing him
and crying with a loud voice, came out of him. 27They were all amazed, and
they kept on asking one another, "What is this? A new teaching — with
authority! He commands even the unclean spirits, and they obey him."
28
At once his fame began to spread throughout the surrounding region of
Galilee.
Minister: The gospel of the Lord.
People: Praise to you, O Christ.
* Please be seated
SERMON
* Please stand
HYMN OF THE DAY
Rise, Shine, You People!
APOSTLES’ CREED
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Spoken in unison
I believe in God, the Father almighty,
creator of heaven and earth.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God's only Son, our Lord,
who was conceived by the Holy Spirit,
born of the virgin Mary,
suffered under Pontius Pilate,
was crucified, died, and was buried;
he descended to the dead.
On the third day he rose again;
he ascended into heaven,
he is seated at the right hand of the Father,
and he will come to judge the living and the dead.
I believe in the Holy Spirit,
the holy catholic church,
the communion of saints,
the forgiveness of sins,
the resurrection of the body,
and the life everlasting. Amen.
PRAYERS OF GOD’S PEOPLE
Between each petition the following is said:
Minister:
People:
Lord, in your mercy.
Hear our prayer.
Minister:
Receive these our prayers, O God, and give us all we
need for this day and the days to come, through Jesus
Christ, our Lord.
Amen.
People:
SHARING OF THE PEACE
Minister:
People:
The peace of Christ be with you always.
And also with you.
* Please be seated
MEAL
PRESENTATION OF GIFTS
OFFERTORY MUSIC
Oh, For a Thousand Tongues to Sing
Chancel Choir
* Please stand
OFFERTORY PRAYER
Asst. Minister
People:
Merciful God, as grains of wheat scattered upon the hills
were gathered together to become one bread,
so let your church be gathered together
from the ends of the earth into your kingdom,
for yours is the glory through Jesus Christ, now and forever.
Amen.
THE GREAT THANKSGIVING
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Proper Preface
SANCTUS
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EUCHARISTIC PRAYER
LORD’S PRAYER
Spoken in unison
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,
forever and ever. Amen.
INVITATION TO COMMUNION
Minister:
Come to the table of mercy,
where the feast of life is spread.
* Please be seated
SHARING OF THE SACRAMENT
Please follow the direction of the ushers as you approach the communion rail. You may
take a small glass for the reception of wine, or you may drink or intinct from the common
chalice. If you prefer not to partake of the Sacrament today, you may cross your arms
and receive a blessing. We offer gluten-free wafers; please ask the pastor as you approach the railing.
During Communion, the congregation will sing the following hymns as time allows:
Lamb of God (Agnus Dei)
All Who Hunger, Gather Gladly
Precious Lord, Take My Hand
Thy Holy Wings
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* Please Stand
TABLE BLESSING
PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION
Asst. Minister: Everlasting God, we bless you
that you have brought us to the mountaintop
and fed us with the life and light of your Son.
Send us in his name from this place
to bring light into dark corners,
healing where lives are torn,
and nourishment to every hungry heart,
in the name of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
People:
Amen.
SENDING
BENEDICTION
Minister:
People:
God the Father, light-creator;
God the Son, Light from Light;
and God the Holy Spirit, light-revealer,
bless you and + give you peace.
Amen.
SENDING HYMN
On Our Way Rejoicing
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SENDING
Asst. Minister: Go in peace. Share the good news.
People:
Thanks be to God.
POSTLUDE:
O Master, Let Me Walk with Thee
TUNE: H. PERCY SMITH, 1825-1898
Mark Sedio
MUSIC NOTES: “Oh, for a Thousand Tongues to Sing”
ELW886) is one of nine thousand hymns
that Charles Wesley wrote in the eighteenth
century. Charles and his brother, John
Wesley, were Anglican clergy who devised
spiritual “methods” from which arose
Methodism. It was the Wesleys who urged
worshippers to stand up while singing
hymns. In today’s Gospel story verses 3 and
4 of this hymn connect us with the man,
“The man with an Unclean Spirit.”
. . . From SUNDAYS AND SEASONS, YEAR B, 2015
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We remember in our prayers: Jacqui Sams,
Rich Syvertson, Judy Miller, David Miller, Shirley Bear,
Paulette Fisher, Ellie Wackernagel, Christian Pezzino,
Claire Greenawalt, Nadine Braun, Brenda Stauffer,
Hari Maya Chamlagai, Pastor Elaine Swinehart,
Ruth Ebersole, Nolen Fisher & Doug Schwanger
ST. MATTHEW SENIORS—ON TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 3RD, JOIN US
IN FELLOWSHIP HALL AT 1:00PM FOR THE THOUGHT-PROVOKING
FILM, “GOD’S NOT DEAD.” JOSH IS CHALLENGED TO DEFEND HIS
FAITH IN HIS ATHEIST PROFESSOR’S PHILOSOPHY COURSE.
TREATS WELCOMED !!
DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER IN JANUARY,
THE PERFORMANCE BY JIM JOHNSON AT
ZION LUTHERAN CHURCH IN EAST PETERSBURG HAS BEEN RESCHEDULED FOR MARCH 3RD.
 NEXT
COFFEE & CONVERSATION session with
Pastor Riddle will take place
Thursday, February 5th, 2015
8am until 11am at
The Coffee Station at Landis Valley,
2351 Oregon Pike. Hope to see you there!
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Quilt Workshops in 2015:
We plan to have a workshop on the third
Saturday of every month from 1:00 to 4:00. So the workshops will be:
February 21
March 21
April 18
May 16
June 20
July 18
August 15
September 16
There are jobs for everyone. Mark your
calendars and join us for as many of the
workshops as you can.
The Chancel flowers
are presented
to the Glory of God
 Effective February 2015, those who order Chancel Flowers will be responsible for distributing them on Sunday. You may enjoy them at home, give them to
a loved one, friend, or neighbor, or add them to your compost pile! And your
payment of $35 may be mailed to Sue at the office, placed in her mailbox, or in
the offering plate, notated: Chancel Flowers, prior to your selected date. Thanks
for your cooperation.
Note to Counters: Please add the last name of anyone paying for flowers
to the Office Copy Counters’ Sheet. Thank you.
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Confirmation/Catechumenate 2015 (grades 5-8)
St. Matthew has joined with three Lancaster area Lutheran churches for a new opportunity! On the second Sunday of each month, we
will gather for a joint confirmation program to allow youth to
engage the Bible, Small Catechism, and other aspects of daily
Christian living. This will be a significant component of faith
formation and an opportunity for interactive learning along with
Lutheran youth from neighboring congregations.
Our next gathering will be held at Holy Trinity on
Sunday, February 8th from 1—3 PM.
Contact Pastor Riddle for more Information.
Inclement Weather: In the event of
changes or closings due to nasty winter
weather, please check WGAL TV or the
website—Wgaltv.com
for the St. Matthew listing.
SERVICE OPPORTUNITIES
 FOOD COLLECTION:
BASKET IS LOCATED IN THE
NARTHEX. Instead of having a specific Sunday
designated as Food Collection Sunday, we’ll happily
accept food any Sunday of the month. The food bas
ket will stay in the narthex. Food bank needs
are: Ham, Jelly, Peanut Butter, Oatmeal, Baking
Mixes, Beans, Canned Meat - i.e. Tuna, Chicken,
Dry and Canned Potatoes, Soups, Skillet Dinner /
Helper Meals, Macaroni & Cheese.
 All Manheim Township churches and faith based organizations are encouraged to participate in
the Manheim Township Ministerium's
clothing bank which will be housed at
St. Peter's Lutheran Church on Delp
Road. The idea of a children's clothing
bank came from our meeting with the
MT School District Social Worker and
the needs of the children in the school
district.
PLEASE NOTE: The Initial Informational Meeting
for the Manheim Twp. Ministerium Clothing Bank
has been rescheduled for
MARCH 3rd at 6:30 PM.
Please see Pastor Riddle
if you wish more information.
The Congregation
The Ministers
The Rev. Jillian Riddle
Sue Cooke-Krackow
Pastor
[email protected]
Parish Secretary
[email protected]
Nancy Maurer (426-1888)
Linda Fritz (808-5081)
Director of Music
[email protected]
Council President
[email protected]
Church Office (394-9607) * Hours: Monday - Friday * 9:00AM - 1:00PM
Website: www.stmatthewelc.com
Council Member in Charge:
Altar Care:
Greeters:
Ushers:
Acolyte:
Reader:
Assisting Minister:
Communion Assistant:
Presenters:
Nursery:
Counters:
Peggy Atkins
Anna Neal & Brenda Stauffer
Paul & Betty Sheaffer
Linda Fritz & Ned Dixon
Hannah Bentz
Arlene Volk
Barb Elsen
Peggy Atkins
Paul & Betty Sheaffer
NEED
Brad Charles & TBD
THIS WEEK AT ST. MATTHEW
02/01
Sunday
Epiphany 4
9:00am
Sunday School
10:00am
Worship Service
*6:30pm
Girl Scouts
02/03
Tuesday
*8:30 am Bridge Buddies
1:00pm
St. Matthew Srs.
*6:30pm
Red Rows Knitters
02/05
Thursday
8-11:00am Coffee &
Conversation
*6:30pm
Girl Scouts
7:00pm
Chancel Choir
02/07
Saturday
5:00pm
Worship
02/08
Sunday
Epiphany 5
9:00am
10:00am
1-3:00pm
Sunday School
Worship Service
Confirmation Class
at Holy Trinity
* Events scheduled for outside groups that
use our facility. You are welcome to attend
or sign up for all other events on the calendar .
Scripture Readings—
February 8, 2015
Isaiah 40:21—31
Psalm 147:1—11, 20c
1 Corinthians 9:16—23
Mark 1:29—39