January 11, 2015 Beautiful Savior Lutheran Church and School Pastors: Rev. Cameron Schnarr, Rev. Robert Bugbee 1541 St. Mary’s Road, Wpg, MB, R2M 3V8, Ph: (204)256-5548 Pastor: [email protected] Ph: (204)997-7392 Office: [email protected] www.beautifulsavior.ca Mrs. Jennifer McCrea, Principal 52 Birchdale Ave, Wpg, MB, R2H 1R9, Ph: (204)984-9600 www.bsls.ca A READING FROM THE BOOK OF CONCORD BAPTISM We must know what Baptism signifies and why God has ordained just this outward sign and ceremony for the Sacrament by which we are first received into the Christian Church. The act or ceremony is this: we are sunk under the water, which passes over us, and afterward are drawn out again. These two parts, (1) to be sunk under the water and (b) drawn out again, signify Baptism's power and work. It is nothing other than putting to death the old Adam and affecting the new man's resurrection after that [Romans 6:4-6]. Both of these things must take place in us all our lives. So a truly Christian life is nothing other than a daily Baptism, once begun and ever to be continued. For this must be done without ceasing, that we always keep purging away whatever belongs to the old Adam. Then what belongs to the new man may come forth. But what is the old man? It is what is born in human beings from Adam: anger, hate, envy, unchastity, stinginess, laziness, arrogance - yes, unbelief. The old man is infected with all vices and has by nature nothing good in him [Romans 7:18]. Now, when we have come into Christ's kingdom [John 3:5], these things must daily decrease. The longer we live the more we become gentle, patient, meek, and ever turn away from unbelief, greed, hatred, envy, and arrogance. This is Baptisms true use among Christians, as signified by baptizing with water. A Stewardship Moment Born of the cross, Christian love does not seek something good to enjoy; rather, it seeks to provide for those in need. “ . . . remembering the words the Lord Jesus himself said, ‘It is more blessed to give than to receive’” (Acts 20:35). This bulletin contains the parts of the service that change each week, which are known as the “propers”. service itself is found in the burgundy service book in the pew. Please follow the service book. The You will be directed to the bulletin when it is needed. Divine Service Setting Three Processional Hymn: Shepherd of Tender Youth LSB 370 Confession and Absolution Page 184 Service of the Word Introit Ps. 45:6–8a; antiphon: Ps. 45:17 I will cause your name to be remembered in all gener- | ations;* therefore nations will praise you forever and | ever. Your throne, O God, is forever and ever. The scepter of your kingdom is a scepter of up| rightness;* you have loved righteousness and hated | wickedness. Therefore God, your God, has anointed you with the oil of gladness beyond your com- | panions;* your robes are all fragrant with myrrh and aloes and | cassia. Glory be to the Father and | to the Son* and to the Holy | Spirit; as it was in the be- | ginning,* is now, and will be forever. | Amen. I will cause your name to be remembered in all gener- | ations;* therefore nations will praise you forever and | ever. Kyrie LSB 186 Salutation and Collect of the Day Old Testament Reading 1 Arise, shine, for your light has come, and the glory of the LORD has risen upon you. Isaiah 60:1–6 2 For behold, darkness shall cover the earth, and thick darkness the peoples; but the LORD will arise upon you, and his glory will be seen upon you. 3 And nations shall come to your light, and kings to the brightness of your rising. 4 Lift up your eyes all around, and see; they all gather together, they come to you; your sons shall come from afar, and your daughters shall be carried on the hip. 5 Then you shall see and be radiant; your heart shall thrill and exult, because the abundance of the sea shall be turned to you, the wealth of the nations shall come to you. 6 A multitude of camels shall cover you, the young camels of Midian and Ephah; all those from Sheba shall come. They shall bring gold and frankincense, and shall bring good news, the praises of the LORD. A This is the Word of the Lord. C Thanks be to God. Gradual Ps. 117:1–2a; 96:8 Praise the LORD, all | nations!* Extol him, all | peoples! For great is his steadfast | love toward us,* and the faithfulness of the LORD endures for- | ever. Ascribe to the LORD the glory | due his name;* bring an offering, and come in- | to his courts! Epistle 1 Ephesians 3:1–12 For this reason I, Paul, a prisoner for Christ Jesus on behalf of you Gentiles— assuming that you have heard of the stewardship of God’s grace that was given to me for you, 3how the mystery was made known to me by revelation, as I have written briefly. 4When you read this, you can perceive my insight into the mystery of Christ, 5 which was not made known to the sons of men in other generations as it has now been 2 revealed to his holy apostles and prophets by the Spirit. 6This mystery is that the Gentiles are fellow heirs, members of the same body, and partakers of the promise in Christ Jesus through the gospel. 7 Of this gospel I was made a minister according to the gift of God’s grace, which was given me by the working of his power. 8To me, though I am the very least of all the saints, this grace was given, to preach to the Gentiles the unsearchable riches of Christ, 9 and to bring to light for everyone what is the plan of the mystery hidden for ages in God who created all things, 10so that through the church the manifold wisdom of God might now be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly places. 11This was according to the eternal purpose that he has realized in Christ Jesus our Lord, 12in whom we have boldness and access with confidence through our faith in him. A This is the Word of the Lord. C Thanks be to God. Alleluia and Verse Holy Gospel P C Page 190 Matthew 2:1–12 The Holy Gospel according to St. Matthew, the second chapter. Glory be to Thee, O Lord. 1 Now after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea in the days of Herod the king, behold, wise men from the east came to Jerusalem, 2saying, “Where is he who has been born king of the Jews? For we saw his star when it rose and have come to worship him.” 3 When Herod the king heard this, he was troubled, and all Jerusalem with him; 4and assembling all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Christ was to be born. 5They told him, “In Bethlehem of Judea, for so it is written by the prophet: 6 “‘And you, O Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for from you shall come a ruler who will shepherd my people Israel.’” 7 Then Herod summoned the wise men secretly and ascertained from them what time the star had appeared. 8And he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, “Go and search diligently for the child, and when you have found him, bring me word, that I too may come and worship him.” 9After listening to the king, they went on their way. And behold, the star that they had seen when it rose went before them until it came to rest over the place where the child was. 10When they saw the star, they rejoiced exceedingly with great joy. 11And going into the house they saw the child with Mary his mother, and they fell down and worshiped him. Then, opening their treasures, they offered him gifts, gold and frankincense and myrrh. 12And being warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they departed to their own country by another way. P C This is the Gospel of the Lord. Praise be to Thee, O Christ. Nicene Creed Page 191 Hymn of the Day: O Morning Star, How Fair and Bright LSB 395 Sermon “Defeated” Offertory Page 192 Service of the Sacrament This morning we will be celebrating the Lord’s Supper. If you are not a member of Lutheran Church Canada or Lutheran Church Missouri Synod, and have not had an opportunity to speak to the Pastor or an elder before communing, please feel welcome to come up during the Supper to receive a blessing. Indicate you would like a blessing by crossing your arms over your heart. If you would like to commune with us in the future, please speak to the Pastor after the service and express your holy desire. Preface Page 194 Distribution Hymns: As with Gladness Men of Old The People That in Darkness Sat The Star Proclaims the King Is Here Brightest and Best of the Stars of the Morning Arise and Shine in Splendor Nunc Dimittis Recessional Hymn: Songs of Thankfulness and Praise LSB 397 LSB 412 LSB 399 LSB 400 LSB 396 Page 199 LSB 394 THIS WEEK WITH THE LORD Sunday January 11 Monday January 12 Tuesday January 13 Wednesday January 14 Thursday January 15 Friday January 16 Sunday January 11 9:30am 9:50am 10:30am 12:00pm 6:30pm 6:40pm 7:30pm 1:45pm 9:00am 3:00pm 9:30am 9:45am 9:30am 9:50am 10:30am 12:00pm Bible Study Sunday School Toddler Bible Time Divine Service with Holy Communion Youth Bible Study Confirmation Choir BSLS board meeting Thorvaldson Care Home Chapel @ BSLS Bible Study Pastor’s Winkel at St. JamesPastor’s office hours till 12:45 Bible Study Sunday School Toddler Bible Time Divine Service with Holy Communion Youth Bible Study THOSE WHO SERVE US TODAY Communion Assistants: Organist: Acolyte: Ushers: Altar Guild: Greeters: Counters: Howard Slater, Alan Vaage Kevin Scott Sydney Harakal Lorraine Weir, Jenny Hildebrand, Norman Walker Stacey Katyrynuik Robert & Sandy Katyrynuik Debra Wutke, Roger & Kris Lapointe 2015 Budget: $ 229,200.00 Less Amount Received To Date: $ 4582.00 Offerings to Be Received: $ 224,618.00 LAST WEEK WITH THE LORD January 4, 2015 Attendance: 70 Communion: 60 ANNOUNCEMENTS In Our Prayers: Karen Parisien, Ted Bomback, Pastor Dale Mohr, Brent Becker, Vivian Amison, Vic Amison, Judy Penner, Jayne Putland, Wilma McGilvray, Carol Bulas and Mildred Anderson. Baptismal Birthdays this week: Rianna Macleod, Eric Fouillard & Ruth Pera. New church directories will be printed and distributed to active congregation members in January. Please ensure that the church office has your current contact information. Thank you. Anyone interested in volunteering for the lunch program at Siloam Mission on Saturday February 7th, 11:15-2:00p.m. please sign up on the sheet posted in the narthex. A group of 10 volunteers are required. There's a Place for You....alongside all other volunteers who serve at Siloam Mission to help the less fortunate. We need 4 for the drop-in and 6 for the kitchen. The Lutheran Hour – January 11th – “Are You Qualified?” (Romans 6:1-11) with Rev. Greg Sseltz. Hear this inspirational message on CKJS 810 AM on Sunday at 12:30 pm. You can also hear streaming audio and pod-casts at www.lutheranhour.ca In Thailand the cultural norm is for women to associate and teach other women and children about our Saviour Jesus Christ. In Southern Thailand Arpon, wife of Rev. Suchat Chujit, works with her assistants to lead Bible classes for children and youth in the Phang-Na district. This grant will provide transportation costs and a small monthly stipend for three years. The Deaconess in Thailand doesn’t have any English, neither her husband, Rev. Chujit. Other people who might speak English have not been able to assist her in reporting. She teaches Sunday School on a regular basis and helps Pastor Chujit with the catechesis on weekends. Acknowledgments Divine Service, Setting Three from Lutheran Service Book Unless otherwise indicated, all scripture quotations are from The Holy Bible, English Standard Version, copyright © 2001 by Crossway Bibles, a division of Good News Publishers. Used by permission. All rights reserved. Created by Lutheran Service Builder © 2006 Concordia Publishing House.