FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF WUWATOSA
JANUARY 4, 2004
MORNING WORSHIP 8:45 AND 11:00 A.M.
The Feast of the Epiphany
GATHERING MUSIC
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Rev. Samuel Schaal
THE PRELUDE I Wonder as I Wander Niles
CHIMES AND TOWER BELLS
CALL TO WORSHIP Jim Walsh
Liturgist: From the gloomy night our spirits awaken to Thee
People:
CHORAL FANFARE
*HYMN 117 Angels, From the Realms of Glory
*INVOCATION AND LORD’S PRAYER (unison)
Almighty and everlasting God, you have made the incarnation of your Word known by a star which led the Magi to worship your Presence. Grant that the star of your righteousness may always appear in our hearts, and that our greatest treasure might be in giving thanks to you. We ask this through Christ our Lord who taught us to pray, saying…
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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
*THE GLORIA PATRI (Hymn 513)
THE CHILDREN’S WORSHIP Carrie Sgarlata
*HYMN 237 Send Down Thy Truth, O God
(Children are dismissed to Sunday School during the singing of the hymn.)
THE OLD TESTAMENT LESSON Isaiah 60:1-6 Bible, page 639
THE NEW TESTAMENT LESSON Ephesians 3:1-12 Bible, page 1018
THE GOSPEL LESSON Matthew 2:1-12 Bible, page 835
THE ANTHEM 8:45 & 11:00 The Call Scott
Roger Jacobi, tenor
THE CALL TO PRAYER and SILENT MEDITATION
THE PRAYER OF PEOPLE AND PASTOR
THE CHORAL RESPONSE TO PRAYER
THE SERMON "Lo, The Star!" Rev. Schaal
THE OFFERTORY
THE ANTHEM 8:45 Three Kings Yannerella
11:00 Star of Beauty
Facer*DOXOLOGY (Hymn 515)
*THE PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING
*HYMN 144
What Star Is This, With Beams So Bright*THE BENEDICTION
*THE CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE
Go now in peace. Never be afraid. God will go with you each hour of every day.
Go now in faith, steadfast, strong and true. Know He will guide you in all you do.
Go now in love, and show you believe. Reach out to others so all the world can see.
God will be there, watching from above. Go now in peace, in faith, and in love.
THE POSTLUDE In Thee is Joy Dupre`
*The congregation is invited to stand.
The Christmas decorations are provided by the Board of Deacons
and through the generous donations of members in honor of or in memory of loved ones.
The altar flowers are given in memory of
Walter Davis
and in gratitude and praise to God,from whom all blessings flow.
CARE FOR CHILDREN
A nursery for infants and toddlers is available during the 8:45 and 11:00 a.m. services.
Sunday School at 8:45 and 11:00.
Worship Preview for Sunday, January 11, 8:45 and 11:00 A.M.
Dr. Peay will offer the sermon.
Betty Dethmers is the organist. Lee Jacobi directs the Pilgrim Choir at 8:45
and the Chancel Choir at 11:00.
Maurie Daigneau will lead the Wednesday Men’s Bible Study at 6:30 A.M.
on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays in Friendship Lounge.
All are welcome, including guests. Refreshments are served.
Choir Anthems
Pilgrim Choir 8:45
Chancel Choir 11:00
Three Kings
Traditional French Carol
Three Kings in splendor went riding over desert and vale and hill;
they followed far a guiding star; it shone serene and still;
it shone serene and still.
Shepherds shivered in their coats for bitter cold was the air.
They journeyed far to find the King to bring Him their offerings fair,
their offerings rich and rare.
Come royal Kings in your glory, the One whom you seek is here;
let every crown bow humbly down while shepherds gather near;
while shepherds gather near.
To a lowly manger bed your presents gratefully bring,
behold this Child is Christ, the King, our Savior from heaven above.
He brings to us peace and Love.
Star of Beauty
Charles Facer
Star, O star of beauty, Eastern star so bright,
shine upon the manger, Lead us to the light.
Guide us to the Savior and His mother mild.
In a lowly stable faith comes as a child.
Star, O star of wonder, calm the shepherd's fright.
Give their hearts the courage to come to Him tonight.
Guide us to the Savior and His mother mild.
In a lowly stable hope comes as a child.
Star, O star of radiance, fill the darkest night
with the joy of morning. Glorious is the sight.
Guide us to the Savior and His mother mild.
In a lowly stable love comes as a child.
CALENDAR WEEK OF January 4, 2004
SUNDAY, January 4
8:00 a.m.
Morning Prayer & Holy Communion-ChapelMONDAY, January 5
12:30 p.m. Heritage Gdn. Club-Lounge
7:00 p.m. Bd/Christian Educ.-Lounge, LRP-Conf. Rm.
8:00 p.m. AA-B6
TUESDAY, January 6
9:30 a.m. Circle 8-@ CH
6:45 p.m. Church Street Singers-B1
7:00 p.m. Bd/Deacons-Parlor, Marketing Comm.-Conf. Rm., Budget & Finance-RC, Boy Scouts-B6, Iron Horse Dist. Mtg.-Lounge, Tosa Quilters-S.H.
WEDNESDAY, January 7
6:30 a.m.
Men’s Bible Study-LoungeTHURSDAY, January 8
9:00 a.m. Big Band rehearsal-S.H.
6:45 p.m. Pilgrim Choir-B1
7:00 p.m. Jubilation Ringers-B6, Iron Horse Committee-Lounge
7:55 p.m. Chancel Choir-B1
FRIDAY, January 9
9:00 a.m. Harmony Singers-Lounge
10:00 a.m. Artists’ Group-B6
SATURDAY, January 10
8:00 a.m. Women’s Group-Parlor
Welcome to all visitors joining us in worship today. Please check the welcome tables located at the back of the Nave and hallways for fliers with information about the activities scheduled in the coming weeks.
Offering envelopes for 2004 are available for pick up in the Atrium today
for those who requested them.
SERVING January 4, 2004
Head Greeters:
Mark Hendrickson, Ken WendtAdult Education -
TODAY, Dan Showalter will lead a discussion entitled "Paul/Saul: What’s in a Name?" Richard Buchman will share with us his "Reflections on 45 Years in the Ministry" on Sunday, January 11 at 10 a.m.Our Christmas Offering will be split three ways. Funds will be sent to the Ministerial Aid and Enrichment Fund, the Milwaukee Rescue Mission and the Nehemiah Project. Your support of these worthwhile groups is appreciated.
Flowers are needed for Sunday services beginning January 18, 2004. Look for the sign up sheet in the atrium or call Sharon Raymond at 414-476-3452.
Circle 8
will meet at the Congregational Home on Tuesday, January 6, 2004 at 9:30 a.m.The Chili Cook-Off All Church Dinner is January 14. Bring a pot of your favorite chili and enter it in the cook-off. The menu is chili, rolls, salad bar, and sorbet. At 7 p.m. the adults will have an opportunity to join Steve Peay in a discussion about the book The DaVinci Code. Childcare provided. Sign up at the office by Sunday, January 11. Cost: $5/adults; $2/children under 12.
New Members Classes will be held on the following Sundays at 10 a.m. in the Parlor: January 11, 18 & 25. New Members will join on February 1. To sign up, please call the church office at 414-258-7375.
A Job Seminar, led by David Swanson, will be held on Monday, January 12 at 6:30 p.m. Learn to identify your skills and market yourself successfully to land the job you want. Sign up at the church office, 414-258-7375.
Circle 13 Spring Organizational Meeting on Tuesday, January 20 at 7 p.m. in Friendship Lounge. Please come with ideas for our group…enjoy sweets and appetizers… and help us plan for the spring!
Jr. PF Winter Rally will be held January 23 & 24 at First Congregational Church in Oshkosh. Information and consent forms are available at the church office.
Congregational Home is hosting a classical piano concert featuring Jeffrey Hollander on Sunday, January 25 at 3 p.m. Everyone is welcome to attend.