22 NOV. 2020 + CHRIST THE KING SUNDAY + 10:00 A.M. Legend: P =Presider C = Congregation A = Assistant/Lector

“HUSH, FOR GOD IS HERE”

ORGAN VOLUNTARY “PRELUDE ON CORONATION” ARR. D.C. HUNT

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

+ CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS +(STAND)

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: God of all mercy,C: we confess that we have sinned against you, opposing your will in our lives. We have denied your goodness in each other, in ourselves, and in the world you have created. We repent of the evil that enslaves us, the evil we have done, and the evil done on our behalf. Forgive, restore, and strengthen us through our Savior Jesus Christ, that we may abide in your love and serve only your will. C: AMENP: 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 (+)

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Son, and of the Holy Spirit. C: AMEN. THE GATHERING HYMN (STAND) HYMN 430

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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 “THIS IS THE FEAST”

THE PRAYER OF THE DAY

P: Almighty and everlasting God, whose will it is to restore all things to your beloved Son, whom you anointed priest forever and king of all creation: Grant that all the people of the earth, now divided by the power of sin, may be united under the glorious and gentle rule of your Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit, one God, now and forever. C: AMEN.

THE ASSEMBLY SITS

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

THE FIRST READING EZEKIEL 34:11-16, 20-24 PSALMODY PSALM 95

Come, let us sing to the LORD; let us shout for joy to the rock of our salvation.

Let us come before his presence with thanksgiving and raise a loud shout to him with psalms. For the LORD is a great God, and a great King above all gods. In his hand are the caverns of the earth,

and the heights of the hills are his also. The sea is his, for he made it,

and his hands have molded the dry land. Come, let us bow down and bend the knee,

and kneel before the LORD our Maker. For he is our God, and we are the people of his pasture and the sheep of his hand. Oh, that today you would hearken to his voice!

THE SECOND READING EPHESIANS 1:15-23 THE GOSPEL MATTHEW 25:31-46 The Assembly Stands when the Gospel Acclamation begins.

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P: (+) The Holy Gospel according to Matthew the 25th chapter. (++)C:

P: The Gospel of the Lord. After the Reading

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THE SERMON “A KING IN DISGUISE” (Matthew 25:31-46)

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

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THE HYMN OF THE DAY

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PROFESSION OF FAITH NICENE CREEDWe 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

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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. AmenTHE PRAYERS OF INTERCESSION

THE 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

+ 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.AFTER the OFFERTORY MUSIC-the offering is brought forward-THE ASSEMBLY STANDS

CHORAL OFFERING: “REFLECTION OF THEE” WRITTEN BY PATTY DAVIS

PERFORMED AND PLAYED BY PATTY DAVIS AND RUTH BRADSHAWLord, give me strength so I can serve. Give me the courage and the nerve,To spread the good news of your word, To all those who have not heard….

Please bring out your best in me, let me be a reflection of Thee.

Be my hope, my light, my guide. Lead me with all I have inside.To put others first as Christ did for me, To show what life with you can be.

When you bring out your best in me, I become a reflection of Thee.

I look around my neighborhood, the rich, the poor, the evil and good. I’ll share your ways of love and hope. A reflection of all that is you…

Please bring out your best in me, let me be a reflection of Thee.

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Let me choose love above all the hate. And lift up your name oh Lord you are great.To give not take, help not hurt. Keep spreading your lifesaving word….

Please bring out your best in me. Let me be a reflection of Thee.Let me be a reflection of Thee.

AS THE USHERS BRING THE OFFERING FORWARD, THE PEOPLE STAND AND SING:

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 P: The Lord be with you.C: And also with you.

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P: Lift up your hearts.C: We lift them to the Lord.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 presiding minister continues:

P:… proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.C: Christ has died. Christ is risen. Christ will come again.P: Share with us the great and promised feast:C: Amen. Come Lord Jesus. P: Receive our inheritance with all your saints in light.C: Amen. Come Holy Spirit …..as victorious Lord of all.

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C: THE LORD’S PRAYER (TRADITIONAL FORM) THE BREAKING OF THE BREAD 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(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.)

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COMMUNION HYMN

THE POST COMMUNION BLESSING P: The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace. C: AMEN.

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POST COMMUNION CANTICLE

THE POST COMMUNION PRAYERA: Let us pray.C: Almighty God, you gave your Son both as a sacrifice for sin and a model of the godly life. Enable us to receive him always with thanksgiving, and to conform our lives to his; through the same Jesus Christ our Lord. C: AMEN. THE BENEDICTION S-114 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

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A: Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. C: Thanks be to God. THE ORGAN VOLUNTARY “POSTLUDE ON DIADEMATA” KARG

Serving in WorshipMinisters:…………………………………………………………….. The People of GodAssisting Minister:………………………………………………………..........Tom WellerSacristan:……………………………………………………………………...Garry KiblerAltar Guild: …………………………………………………………...Karen DaubenspeckAcolyte Team:……………………..............Lindsay Naples, Derek Wilson, Addie WilsonOrganist/Choirmaster:………………………………………………………..Dean C. Hunt

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Pastor:…………………………………………………………The Rev. Eugene A. Koene SERVING NEXT WEEK Assisting Minister:Diane Pilger, Acolyte Team: L.Naples, A.Wilson, D.Wilson,

Sacristan: Garry Kibler, Altar Guild: Karen Daubenspeck

►THIS WEEK AT EMMANUEL CHURCH ◄ MONDAY-THURS . MORNING PRAYER IN THE CHAPEL AT 9:30 A.M.

MONDAY-CHURCH COUNCIL AT 6:30 P.M.WEDNESDAY-THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE AT NOON

THURSDAY-THANKSGIVING DAY-PARISH OFFICE CLOSEDSATURDAY-28 NOVEMBER-HANGING OF THE GREENS-10 A.M.

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THANKSGIVING SERVICEPlan to attend our Thanksgiving Service this

Wednesday, 25 November at Noon in theSanctuary.

READINGS FOR NEXT WEEK (29 November)-1 st SUNDAY OF ADVENT-

ISAIAH 64:1-9 PSALM 80:1-7, 17-19 I CORINTHIANS 1:3-9 MARK 13:24-37

Altar Vase 1 : Given by Garry & Jill Kibler for All Our Blessings

Altar Vase 2 : Given by Ken & Felicia MacMillan in Thanksgiving for All God’s Goodness

† Weekly Announcements †22 November 2020

NOVEMBER 23-Wanda Griffin, 24-Billy Eckenrode, Jamie James, 26-Judy Bland

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ANNUAL HANGING OF THE GREENS

Our Annual Hanging of the Greens will take place on Saturday, 28 November at 10:00 A.M.

Won’t you please come out and help us decorate the church for Advent and the Christmas Season ?

If you have any questions, please see Conny Cosma orPatti or Terry Wentworth.

Stewardship Report for 15 November 2020

Attendance: 11/8/20-26, (In-person worship)Offering: $ 8,149.46 - Designated: $ 153.00

Offering for 11/1,8,15/20

NOVEMBER SPECIAL OFFERING:EMMANUEL FREE LUNCH

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Christmas is coming. It is a joyous time of feasting. The Church feasts upon the Word of God in sermon, song, and sacrament.

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

Dick Viola, 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 MorrisCora Byers, June Roller, Billie Jo Smith, Billy Eckenrode, Shawn Bowker, Zack Bako,

Felicia MacMillan, Sue Thomas, Sally Dolovy, Dave Cosma, John Beach,Judy Pinto, Edith Shunkwiler, the Bickel Family

We hold in prayer all who have asked to be on our public prayer list:*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 *Though we hold many in prayer privately, these peoplehave 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.

We hear the proclamation of the message of the angels: “Fear not, for behold, I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord” (Luke 2:10-11). We mingle our voices with theirs as we sing, “Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace among those with whom he is pleased” (Luke 2:14)! We receive the proclaimed Savior, Christ the Lord, not wrapped in swaddling clothes and lying in manger but wrapped in bread and wine placed into our mouths for the forgiveness of sins, life, and salvation. We feast in great joy indeed because of this great blessing from our Lord and God.

God’s people in ancient Israel also feasted with great joy. The Lord showered His abundant blessing on His people. And He commanded them to feast upon it (Deuteronomy 16). The people were to go to the place appointed, where the Lord would make His name dwell, and give offerings, each man as he was able, according to the blessing of the Lord that He had given them (Deut. 16:10, 15, 17).

And there the Lord would bless them with joy as they feasted upon what the Lord had provided. They ate of the choice parts of their offerings. They enjoyed the company of all the people of God as they together heard His promises of blessing, sang of His bountiful goodness, and partook of what He gave.

We feast on the Word who became flesh to dwell among us, not just during Christmas but throughout all the year. We feast not just on the salvation He has wrought for us in His Son, our Lord Jesus Christ, but we feast also on all the temporal blessings that God gives out of His fatherly divine goodness and mercy, without any merit or worthiness in us. We enjoy the rich bounty that God provides, not only in Word and Sacrament, but also in house and home, property and income, family and friends.

Let us then, as did our brothers in the faith from ancient Israel, give as we are able, according to the blessing of the Lord our God that He has given us. Let us, like them, give generously of the first fruits of our income, which He gives, so that all may know and enjoy the salvation He gives and the joy we have in the Savior born in the city of David, who is Christ the Lord. 

- Contributed by Terry Wentworth

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