Grace Lutheran Church - 313 S. Prospect Avenue, Champaign, IL 61820 Baptism of Our Lord
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Baptism of Our Lord
January 12, 2020 – 10:30 a.m.
Grace Lutheran Church
313 S. Prospect Avenue, Champaign, IL 61820
(217) 356-6232 ● office@glccu.org
www.glccu.org
Pastor: Chris ReppWelcome to Grace!
We're glad you've joined us as we gather to be encountered by God in Word and Sacrament. We
believe that God is at work here to create and sustain faith in God’s promise of love and
forgiveness through Jesus Christ. We use a rich, traditional pattern of worship that dates back to
the early days of Christianity. We recognize it comes with a bit of a learning curve, but we’re
convinced that it’s worth the effort. Don’t feel like you have to get everything the first time.
We’ll “carry” you until you get a feel for it.
Helpful information for first-time visitors:
Restrooms are in the hall to the left of the entrance, on the right opposite the elevator.
Our staffed nursery for children 4 and younger is on the right past the restrooms.
Clipboards with crayons and activity sheets are on a table in the Narthex (Lobby).
Other activities for young children are in the pink and blue totes.
Our pastor enjoys meeting visitors. Please introduce yourself.
Please sign the Friendship Register located on the pew, next to the center aisle, and pass it to
the person next to you during the Offering portion of the service.
We provide Name Tags for frequent visitors as well as members. If you would like one, please
contact our Office Assistant (office@gracelutherancu.org).
Key to the order of service:
Regular type: spoken by a leader
Bold type: spoken by the people
Regular Italics: sung or chanted by a leader
Bold Italics: sung or chanted by the people
Small Italics: liturgical directions
☩ indicates that the sign of the cross may be made
ELW: Evangelical Lutheran Worship (Red Hymnal)
As We Gather: In the waters of the Jordan, Jesus is revealed as the beloved Son of God.
Through this great epiphany, Jesus fulfills all righteousness and becomes the servant of
God who will bring forth justice and be a light to the nations. In the waters of baptism,
we too are washed by the Word, anointed by the Spirit, and named God’s beloved
children. Our baptismal mission is to proclaim good news to all who are oppressed or in
need of God’s healing.
Note: This bulletin is available electronically on the worship menu of the Grace web site
Large-print bulletins are available from the ushers.Gathering Prelude The assembly stands. Confession and Forgiveness All may make the sign of the cross, the sign marked at baptism, as the pastor begins. In the name of the Father, and of the ☩ Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. God of all mercy and consolation, come to the help of your people, turning us from our sin to live for you alone. Give us the power of your Holy Spirit that we may confess our sin, receive your forgiveness, and grow into the fullness of Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen. Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and one another. The assembly kneels or is seated. Silence is kept for reflection. Most merciful God, we confess that we are captive to sin and cannot free ourselves. We have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. For the sake of your Son, Jesus Christ, have mercy on us. Forgive us, renew us, and lead us, so that we may delight in your will and walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy name. Amen. In the mercy of almighty God, Jesus Christ was given to die for us, and for his sake God forgives us all our sins. As a called and ordained minister of the church of Christ, and by his authority, I therefore 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. Amen.
The assembly stands.
Gathering Hymn
Songs of Thankfulness and Praise ELW 310
Greeting
The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God,
and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with you all.
And also with you.
Canticle of Praise
2Prayer of the Day
Let us pray.
O God our Father, at the baptism of Jesus you proclaimed him your beloved Son and
anointed him with the Holy Spirit. Make all who are baptized into Christ faithful to their
calling to be your daughters and sons, and empower us all with your Spirit, through Jesus
Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God,
now and forever.
Amen.
The assembly is seated.
3Word
Children’s Sermon Pastor Chris Repp
First Reading Isaiah 42:1-9
God’s servant is endowed with God’s spirit in order to bring justice to the nations. The servant will not
exercise authority boisterously or with violence, nor will weariness ever prevent the fulfilling of the
servant’s task. God’s old promises have been fulfilled; the servant’s new assignment is to bring light
to the nations.
1
Here is my servant, whom I uphold,
my chosen, in whom my soul delights;
I have put my spirit upon him;
he will bring forth justice to the nations.
2
He will not cry or lift up his voice,
or make it heard in the street;
3
a bruised reed he will not break,
and a dimly burning wick he will not quench;
he will faithfully bring forth justice.
4
He will not grow faint or be crushed
until he has established justice in the earth;
and the coastlands wait for his teaching.
5
Thus says God, the LORD,
who created the heavens and stretched them out,
who spread out the earth and what comes from it,
who gives breath to the people upon it
and spirit to those who walk in it:
6
I am the LORD, I have called you in righteousness,
I have taken you by the hand and kept you;
I have given you as a covenant to the people,
a light to the nations,
7
to open the eyes that are blind,
to bring out the prisoners from the dungeon,
from the prison those who sit in darkness.
8
I am the LORD, that is my name;
my glory I give to no other,
nor my praise to idols.
49
See, the former things have come to pass,
and new things I now declare;
before they spring forth,
I tell you of them.
Word of God, word of life.
Thanks be to God.
Psalmody Psalm 29
Refrain(R):
Tone:
1
Ascribe to the | LORD, you gods,
ascribe to the LORD glo- | ry and strength.
2
Ascribe to the LORD the glory | due God’s name;
worship the LORD in the beau- | ty of holiness.
3
The voice of the LORD is upon the waters; the God of | glory thunders;
the LORD is upon the | mighty waters.
4
The voice of the LORD is a pow- | erful voice;
the voice of the LORD is a | voice of splendor. R
5
The voice of the LORD breaks the | cedar trees;
the LORD breaks the ce- | dars of Lebanon;
6
the LORD makes Lebanon skip | like a calf,
and Mount Hermon like a | young wild ox.
7
The voice | of the LORD
bursts forth in | lightning flashes.
8
The voice of the LORD| shakes the wilderness;
the LORD shakes the wilder- | ness of Kadesh. R
9
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!”
10
The LORD sits enthroned a- | bove the flood;
the LORD sits enthroned as king for- | evermore.
11
O LORD, give strength | to your people;
give them, O LORD, the bless- | ings of peace. R
5Second Reading Acts 10:34-43
Peter crosses the sharp religious boundary separating Jews from Gentiles and proclaims the good
news of God’s inclusive forgiveness in Jesus’ name to Cornelius, a Roman centurion. As a result of
Peter’s preaching, Cornelius and his family become the first Gentiles to be baptized in the name of
Jesus Christ.
34
Peter began to speak to [Cornelius and his household]: “I truly understand that God
shows no partiality, 35but in every nation anyone who fears him and does what is right is
acceptable to him. 36You know the message he sent to the people of Israel, preaching
peace by Jesus Christ—he is Lord of all. 37That message spread throughout Judea,
beginning in Galilee after the baptism that John announced: 38how God anointed Jesus of
Nazareth with the Holy Spirit and with power; how he went about doing good and
healing all who were oppressed by the devil, for God was with him. 39We are witnesses to
all that he did both in Judea and in Jerusalem. They put him to death by hanging him on a
tree; 40but God raised him on the third day and allowed him to appear, 41not to all the
people but to us who were chosen by God as witnesses, and who ate and drank with him
after he rose from the dead. 42He commanded us to preach to the people and to testify that
he is the one ordained by God as judge of the living and the dead. 43All the prophets
testify about him that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through
his name.”
Word of God, word of life.
Thanks be to God.
6The assembly stands.
Gospel Acclamation
Gospel Matthew 3:13-17
Before Jesus begins his ministry, he is baptized by John, touched by the Spirit, and identified publicly
as God’s child.
The Holy Gospel according to Matthew, the 3rd chapter.
Glory to you, O Lord.
13
Then Jesus came from Galilee to John at the Jordan, to be baptized by him. 14John
would have prevented him, saying, “I need to be baptized by you, and do you come to
me?” 15But Jesus answered him, “Let it be so now; for it is proper for us in this way to
fulfill all righteousness.” Then he consented. 16And when Jesus had been baptized, just as
he came up from the water, suddenly the heavens were opened to him and he saw the
Spirit of God descending like a dove and alighting on him. 17And a voice from heaven
said, “This is my Son, the Beloved, with whom I am well pleased.”
The gospel of the Lord.
Praise to you, O Christ.
The assembly is seated.
Sermon Pastor Chris Repp
7The assembly stands.
Hymn of the Day
Crashing Waters at Creation ELW 455
Nicene Creed
With the whole church, let us confess our faith.
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, was incarnate of the Holy Spirit and
the virgin Mary and became truly human. 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.
8Prayers of Intercession
Called together through water and the Word, we boldly pray for the church, the world,
and all who long to hear God’s voice.
The assembly kneels or is seated. Each petition concludes.
...Lord in your mercy.
hear our prayer
The prayers conclude:
You hear the cries of our hearts, O Lord. Fill us with hopeful expectation, that in each
day and hour we may love and serve our neighbors, in Jesus’ name.
Amen.
The assembly stands.
Peace
The peace of Christ be with you always.
And also with you.
The people may greet one another with a sign of Christ’s peace, and may say, “Peace be with
you,” or similar words. After the Peace, the assembly is seated.
9Meal
Offering
An offering is gathered for the mission of the church, including the care of those in need.
At this time, please fill out the Friendship Register and pass it to the person next to you if you
have not already done so. When all have signed the Register, please return it to the center aisle
for later collection.
Choir Anthem The Only Son from Heaven arr. J.S. Bach
The only Son from heaven,
foretold by ancient seers,
by God the Father given,
in human form appears.
No sphere his light confining,
no star so brightly shining
as he, our Morning Star.
Oh, time of God appointed,
oh, bright and holy morn!
He comes, the king anointed,
the Christ, the virgin born,
grim death to vanquish for us,
to open heav'n before us
and bring us life again.
10The assembly stands as the offering is brought forward.
Offering Verse ELW 181
Offering Prayer
Let us pray.
Blessed are you, O God, maker of all things. Through your goodness you have
blessed us with these gifts: ourselves, our time, and our possessions. Use us, and
what we have gathered, in feeding the world with your love, through the one who
gave himself for us, Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord. Amen
11Great Thanksgiving
It is indeed right, our duty and our joy,
that we should at all times and in all places
give thanks and praise to you, almighty and merciful God,
through our Savior Jesus Christ.
By the leading of a star he was shown forth to all nations;
in the waters of the Jordan you proclaimed him your beloved Son;
and in the miracle of water turned to wine he revealed your glory.
And so, with all the choirs of angels,
with the church on earth and the hosts of heaven,
we praise your name and join their unending hymn:
12☩
THANKSGIVING AT THE TABLE
You are indeed holy, almighty and merciful God.
You are most holy,
and great is the majesty of your glory.
You so loved the world that you gave your only Son,
so that everyone who believes in him may not perish
but have eternal life.
We give you thanks for his coming into the world
to fulfill for us your holy will
and to accomplish all things for our salvation.
In the night in which he was betrayed,
our Lord Jesus took bread, and gave thanks;
broke it, and gave it to his disciples, saying:
Take and eat; this is my body, given for you.
Do this for the remembrance of me.
Again, after supper, he took the cup, gave thanks,
and gave it for all to drink, saying:
This cup is the new covenant in my blood,
shed for you and for all people for the forgiveness of sin.
Do this for the remembrance of me.
For as often as we eat of this bread and drink from this cup,
we proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.
13Remembering, therefore, his salutary command,
his life-giving passion and death, his glorious resurrection and ascension,
and the promise of his coming again,
we give thanks to you, O Lord God Almighty,
not as we ought but as we are able;
we ask you mercifully to accept our praise and thanksgiving
and with your Word and Holy Spirit to bless us, your servants,
and these your own gifts of bread and wine,
so that we and all who share in the body and blood of Christ
may be filled with heavenly blessing and grace,
and, receiving the forgiveness of sin,
may be formed to live as your holy people
and be given our inheritance with all your saints.
To you, O God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit,
be all honor and glory in your holy church, now and forever.
The gifts of God for the people of God.
THE LORD’S PRAYER
Gathered into one by the Holy Spirit, let us pray as Jesus taught us.
Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come,
your will be done, on earth as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread.
Forgive us our sins as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of
trial and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours,
now and forever. Amen.
The gifts of God for the people of God.
Thanks be to God.
The assembly is seated.
14Communion
We believe that Christ is truly present for us in the bread and wine of Holy Communion, forming
us into his body for the sake of the world. We welcome to the Lord’s table all baptized
Christians. Those who are not baptized we invite to explore with us the Christian faith and
consider baptism. Those who do not commune are invited to come forward to receive a
blessing. Please hold this bulletin in your hands as a sign to the pastor that you would like a
blessing.
To receive communion, please join the line on your side of the aisle. Take a glass from the tray in
the center aisle and proceed to the next available spot at the altar rail on your side. (Pre-poured
glasses of grape juice also are available from the acolytes at the altar rail.) After receiving the
bread, the wine is received in your glass from a pouring chalice. Place your used glass in the
basket near the stairs on the side you leave. Note: gluten-free, dairy-free, wheat-free wafers are
available. Just ask the pastor. Please notify an usher if you need to have communion brought to
you.
Lamb of God
15Communion Hymns
Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart ELW 800
This Is the Spirit's Entry Now ELW 448
The assembly stands.
The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace.
Amen.
Prayer After Communion
Let us pray.
Faithful God, you have kept your promise to us in this meal,
nourishing us with the gift of salvation. Now send your servants forth in peace,
that we may testify to your goodness and share the hope that is ours
in Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord.
Amen.
Sending
(Sending of Communion)
A prayer may be said for the sending of communion to those who are absent.
Blessing
The Lord bless you and keep you.
The Lord’s face shine on you with grace and mercy.
The Lord look upon you with favor and ☩ give you peace.
Amen.
Sending Hymn
Christ, when for Us You Were Baptized ELW 304
16Announcements
Dismissal
Go in peace. Let your light shine.
Thanks be to God.
Postlude
Worship Support
The ministry of the church is carried out by all of its people, and Christian worship is a communal activity
of the whole assembly. We give thanks to the following for their worship leadership and support today.
Presiding Minister: Pastor Chris Repp Ushers: Jim and
Assisting Minister: Cindy Grigorescu Kathy Eckstein
Reader: Julie Johnson Greeters: Kim and
Deacon: Steve Blanke Julie Johnson
Acolyte: Ann Lehmann Counters: Paula Miller
Director of Youth and Congregational Life: Carol Larson
Caitlyn Reinders Communion Bread: Gina &
Director of Music: Jon Arnold Taylor Lykins
Organist: Dana Robinson Nursery Coordinator: Paula Miller
Volunteer Office Assistant: Lyla Vipinraj Nursery Assistants: Melissa Goldman
Sound Technician: Kevin Vail Coffee Hour: Kathy & Jim Eckstein
Chancel flowers are given by Grace Schoedel & Gloria Rainer
In memory of their mothers, Ruth Grace Cool and
Florence Senner Evans, both born on Jan 11, 1909
Hymns and portions of the liturgy are reprinted from Evangelical Lutheran Worship, ©
2006, and from Sundays and Seasons, © 2018, by permission under Augsburg Fortress
Liturgies Annual License #SAS026105., and ONE LICENSE, License #A-725811.
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