Pine Street Presbyterian Church in the
City of Harrisburg
Pine Street is a Welcoming Church, Glorifying God through Worship, Fellowship and Service in the World.
January 01, 2023 First Sunday After Christmas
GATHERING IN THE PRESENCE OF THE RISEN CHRIST
VOLUNTARY When Morning Gilds the Skies
† SALUTATION
One: Now we have seen the saving love of the Lord, Many: The glory of God’s people and a light to all.
† CALL TO WORSHIP
Robert Lind
Joanne Book-Coles
One: God spoke, and the sun, the moon, and bright stars were created.
Many: Praise God from heaven; praise God in the heights!
One: God spoke and gave breath to all the people and rulers of the earth.
Many: Praise God from heaven; praise God in the heights!
One: God spoke and strengthened the people, opening the gates of freedom.
Many: Praise God from heaven; praise God in the heights! † P
RAYER OF THE DAY
† HYMN Praise the Lord! God’s Glories Show
(All of today’s hymns are printed after the order of worship.)
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PRAYER OF CONFESSION
LLANFAIR
Rev. Heather Sigler God of glory, you sent Jesus among us as the light of the world, to reveal your love for all people. We confess that our sin and pride hide the brightness of your
† Those able are invited to stand
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light. We turn away from the poor; we ignore the cries for justice; we do not strive for peace. In your mercy, cleanse us of our sin, and pour out the gifts of your Spirit, that, forgiven and renewed, we may show forth your glory, shining in the face of Jesus Christ. Amen.
† SILENCE FOR PERSONAL CONFESSION
† KYRIE Richard Proulx†ASSURANCE OF PARDON
One: In the name of Jesus, we are forgiven. Many: Alleluia, Amen! † GLORIA
EADING AND HEARING THE WORD
PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION
FIRST LESSON Isaiah 63:7-9 Old Testament Page 693
One: The Word of the Lord.
Many: Thanks be to God. † HYMN Sing Praise to God, You Heavens!
LESSON FOR YOUNG CHILDREN
SECOND LESSON Matthew 2:13-23 New Testament Page 2 SERMON
† AFFIRMATION OF FAITH The Apostles’ Creed
One: Do you believe in God, the Father almighty?
Many: I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth.
One: Do you believe in Jesus Christ?
Many: 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.
One: Do you believe in the Holy Spirit?
Many: 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.
† THE PEACE
One: The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
Many: And also with you.
WELCOME
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THE OFFERING OF TITHES AND GIFTS TO GOD
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ANTHEM How Great Thou Art
Arr. by Dan Forrest
O Lord my God! O Lord my God! How great Thou art! O Lord my God, when I in awesome wonder consider all the worlds Thy hands have made! I see the stars, I hear the rolling thunder, Thy power throughout the universe displayed. Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to Thee, how great Thou art, how great Thou art! Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to Thee, how great Thou art, how great Thou art! When through the woods and forest glades I wander and hear the birds sing sweetly in the trees; when I look down from lofty mountain grandeur and hear the brook and feel the gentle breeze, then sings my soul, how great Thou art! And when I think that God, His Son not sparing, sent him to die, I scarce can take it in; that on the cross, my burden gladly bearing, He bled and died, to take my sin, then sings my soul, how great Thou art! How great Thou art! O Lord, my God, how great Thou art! When Christ shall come with shout of acclamation and take me home, what joy shall fill my heart! Then I shall bow in humble adoration, and there proclaim, my God, how great Thou art! Then sings my soul, my Savior God, to Thee, how great Thou art, how great Thou art! Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee: O Lord my God, O Lord my God! How great Thou Art! † PRESENTATION OF THE GIFTS OLD HUNDREDTH Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Christ, all people here below; Praise Holy Spirit evermore; praise Triune God, whom we adore. Amen.
RAYER OF D
EDICATION
SEALINGTHE WORD SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER
Richard Proulx
WIE LIEBLICH IST DER MAIEN
