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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 7, 2024

Epiphany

GATHERING IN THE PRESENCE OF THE RISEN CHRIST PRAYER OF PREPARATION God of every nation, by the light of a wondrous star you led wandering magi to Jesus, revealing to them your salvation for the world. In the miraculous and the mundane, lead us to Christ that we may offer our worship. Amen.

VOLUNTARY We Three Kings of Orient Are

Richard Ellsasser

(Please use the opening voluntary as a time of meditation and preparation for worship.)

Introit Arise, Shine O Jerusalem

Palestrina, arr. by Jackson and Moore Arise, shine O Jerusalem: For thy light is come, and the glory of the Lord is risen upon Thee.

SALUTATION

Marty Gruver

One: This is God’s house. You are welcome as you are.

Many: Let us worship our loving God.

† HYMN 152 What Star Is This, with Beams So Bright

PUER NOBIS NASCITUR

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† Those able are invited to stand

Bold text is read or sung by all

† ADVENT CANDLE LIGHTING One:

Arise, shine, for your light has come,

Many: And the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.

One:

Nations will come to his light,

Many: And rulers will seek his radiance.

One:

He will judge the people with righteousness,

Many: And defend the cause of the poor.

One:

Let us kneel down before him to give him honor, glory, and praise.

Many: Jesus Christ is the light of the world.

† PRAYER OF THE DAY † PRAYER OF CONFESSION

Rev. Drumheller Merciful God, we confess that we have not lived as your faithful children. We have kept silent in the midst of prejudice and hatred. We have been idle in the face of violence and injustice. We have not been a light to the nations, and our lives have not revealed your glory. Forgive us, Merciful God. Repair the ugliness of our sin and restore in us your beautiful grace.

† SILENCE FOR PERSONAL CONFESSION † KYRIE

† ASSURANCE OF PARDON One:

Hear the good news: We are loved. We are claimed. We are forgiven.

Many: Thanks be to God. Amen.

† GLORIA

READING AND HEARING THE WORD PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION

Pam Bauer

FIRST LESSON Isaiah 60:1-6

Old Testament Page 690

One: The Word of the Lord.

Many: Thanks be to God.

† HYMN 149 All Hail to God’s Anointed SECOND LESSON Ephesians 3:1-12 THIRD LESSON Matthew 2:1-12 SERMON

ROCKPORT

New Testament Page 193 New Testament Page 2

“The Star”

Rev. Drumheller

† AFFIRMATION OF FAITH

The Apostles’ Creed I believe in God, the Father almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ his only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; 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 (Please sign the Friendship Register. To sign online, scan the code on the back of the bulletin) THE OFFERING OF TITHES AND GIFTS TO GOD

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ANTHEM Falan-Tidings Out of the Orient Crystal Skies

Donald Pearson Out of the Orient crystal skies, a blazing star did shine, Showing the place where poorly lies a blessed babe divine, Born of a maid of royal blood whom angels called by name, A sacred rose which once did bud by grace of heavenly fame. This shining star three kings did guide e’en from the farthest East, To Bethlehem where it betide this blessed babe did rest. Laid in a humble manger poor, betwixt an ox and ass, Whom these three kings did all adore as God’s high pleasure was. The wise may bring their learning, the rich may bring their wealth: and some may bring their greatness, and some bring strength and health, We too would bring our treasures to offer to the king. We have no wealth or learning; what shall we pilgrims bring?

We’ll bring him hearts that love him, We’ll bring him thankful praise, and mortals daily striving to walk in holy ways: And these shall be the treasure we offer to the king, and these are gifts that even, the humblest soul may bring.

† PRESENTATION OF THE GIFTS

Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Christ, all people here below; Praise Holy Spirit evermore; praise triune God, whom we adore. Amen.

† PRAYER OF DEDICATION SEALING THE WORD SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER INVITATION TO THE TABLE GREAT PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING One: Many: One: Many: One: Many:

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.

Lift up your hearts.

We lift them to the Lord.

Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give God thanks and praise.

…with all creation, we join the unending hymn:

Continued

The prayer continues. …Great is the mystery of faith:

INTERCESSION, SUPPLICATION, AND CONSECRATION One: In your mercy, Many: Lord, hear our prayer. … now and forever.

LORD’S PRAYER

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.

DISTRIBUTION OF THE BREAD AND CUP

One: The gifts of God for the people of God. Many: Let us keep the feast.

PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION

BEARING AND FOLLOWING THE WORD OF GOD INTO THE WORLD † HYMN 156 Sing of God Made Manifest

SALZBURG

† BENEDICTION † CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Good Christian Friends Rejoice

JOHN MASON NEALE

Good Christian friends, rejoice with heart and soul and voice; now ye need not fear the grave: Jesus Christ was born to save! Calls you one and calls you all to gain the everlasting hall. Christ was born to save! Christ was born to save!

VOLUNTARY Variations on Joy to the World

Michael Hellman

LEADING IN WORSHIP TODAY Rev. Matthew Drumheller, Interim Pastor Joseph Garrison, Minister of Music and Worship Marty Gruver, Liturgist Pam Bauer, Lector Jonah Garman, Acolyte Chancel Choir Benjamin Krumreig, Delaney Reed, Matt Topping, and Sarah Topping, Pine Street Quartet Timothy Lupia, Cantor FLOWER DEDICATION The flowers in the sanctuary are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of our parents and grandparents, John Weaver and John and Esther Mae Anderson by Deb, Jim, Sarah, Rebekah, and John Anderson.

DATES FOR YOUR CALENDAR Sunday, Jan 7 – Epiphany 8:45 am- Sunday School 9:00 am- Café Conversations- Fellowship Hall 10:00 am- Worship Rev. Matthew Drumheller Preaching 11:30 am- Undecorating the Sanctuary and Gathering Place Sunday, Jan 14 – 2nd Sunday after Epiphany 8:45 am- Sunday School 9:00 am- Café Conversations- Fellowship Hall 10:00 am- Worship Rev. Matthew Drumheller Preaching

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Liturgy reprinted and adapted by permission of Westminster John Knox Press from Feasting on the Word® Worship Companion. Copyright 2013.

Liturgy reprinted and adapted by permission from the Book of Common Worship, © 2018 Westminster John Knox Press. All rights reserved.

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