Calvary Evangelical Lutheran

Church Of Dover PA The Rev. John M. Woods, Pastor

www.calvarylutherandover.org 717-292-3891

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WELCOME TO CALVARY “The Holy Spirit calls us together as the people of God”

Thank you for worshipping with us today. You are always welcome at Calvary!

The Baptism of Our Lord - January 8, 2017

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.

Commemoration for this week…

Adrian of Canterbury, teacher, died around 710 (TFF) Monday, January 09, 2017 African by birth, Adrian (or Hadrian) worked with Theodore, archbishop of Canterbury, in developing the church in England. He was director of a school at which church leaders were trained.

The Sanctuary is a place of reverence and worship to honor our Lord. Please...do not bring beverages or food into the Sanctuary, however you may have these items in the other areas of the church.

We thank our 2016 Council for your dedication and service: Pastor John Woods, Linda Alley, Diane Brosius (President), Wilma White, Samantha Schrum (Secretary), Debra Harlacher, Dodie Menard (Vice President), Sharon Spangler, Jason Gross We welcome our 2017 Council as they are installed today and pray for God to lead them with grace and wisdom: Pastor John Woods, Linda Alley (President), Dodie Menard (Vice President), Ellen Shaffer (Secretary), Sharon Spangler, Jason Gross, Robin Miller, Diane Brosius, Jerry Shaffer.

Please look at the prayer list found on page 5 and let Pastor John or the church office know of any changes that should be made. 2017 Flower and Bulletin Sponsor Lists are on the bulletin board in the 1st floor hallway. Please sign up today before your “special” dates are no longer available! If you have not received your 2017 Offering Envelopes please check the boxes in the Social Hall. If you are enrolled in Simply Giving-there are still boxes there for you-please pick them up. If you cannot find your envelopes-contact treasurer, Janice Oaster.

Weis and Giant Gift Cards: If you make purchases at Weis and/or Giant, pick up gift cards here on Sunday mornings and help support this significant Calvary fund raiser! They are available in the social hall prior to both worship services and during coffee fellowship time. Questions may be directed to Sharon Spangler.

Simply Giving Program: Enjoy the convenience of electronic giving. which allows you to make donations on a scheduled, automatic basis. It is convenient for you and provides much-needed donation consistency for our church. How to get started: To set up electronic donations, simply complete an authorization form located in the narthex and return to the treasurer. Donations can be debited automatically from either a checking or savings account. Questions may be directed to Janice Oaster.

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News and Notes Sunday, 8:30 AM, Traditional Worship

Sunday, 9:40 AM, Youth Choir, Room #5

Sunday, 10:00 AM, Sunday School for All Ages

Sunday, 11:00 AM, Contemporary Worship

Wednesday Bible Study, Pastor to advise when this will resume

Thursday, 6:45 PM Hand Bell Rehearsal 8:00 PM

Thursday, 8:00 PM Adult Choir Rehearsal

Saturday, 10:00 Crossroads Rehearsal

Sunday, January 8...Baptism Of Our Lord Isaiah 42:1-9, Psalm 29, Acts 10:P34-43, Matthew 3:13-17 Installation of 2017 Council 10:00 Special Sunday School Program (see*to right) Remove Holiday Decorations after 11:00 Service Monday, January 9 Psalm 89:5-37, Genesis 35:1-15, Acts 10:44-48 6:30 PM Dover Lionesses, Social Hall Tuesday, January 10 Psalm 89:5-27, Jeremiah 1:4-10, Acts 8:4-13 7:00 PM Council Meeting, Social Hall; Wednesday, January 11 Psalm 89:5-37, Isaiah 51:1-16, Matthew 12:15-21 Preschool Wonderful Wednesday 5:30 PM Girl Scouts Thursday, January 12

Psalm 40:1-11, Isaiah 22:15-25, Galatians 1:6-12 Friday, January 13 Psalm 40:1-11, Genesis 27:30-38, Acts 1:1-5 Youth Lock-In Saturday, January 14 Psalm 40:1-11, 1Kings 19:19-21, Luke 5:1-11 8:00 AM Youth Lock In Ends Sunday, January 15 Isaiah 49:1-7, Psalm 40:1-11, 1Corinthains 1:1-9, John 1:29-42

Attendance: January 1 101 One Service This Date January 8 Traditional Contemporary January 15 Traditional Contemporary January 22

January 29

Parents With Infants/Toddlers: if your children become restless during worship, you may take them to the Narthex Area (behind the glass windows at the rear of the Sanctuary) and allow them to move around. There are changing tables in most restrooms.

Ushers: Please fill in an attendance form and place it on the offering plate. Offering Tellers: please place the gray attendance form in Deanna’s mailbox. Thanks all...it helps keep our records accurate!

Outreach Projects: Warm Heads/Happy Hearts!!! Please donate all sizes of knit hats for the Rescue Mission. Thank you! Marcia Feehan

January 8 at 10:00 am in the Social Hall we will contin-ue with our First Sunday Series. This session will be led by Attorney Walt Tilley who will help us address the very important topic of end of life care and decisions. Sue Luchka will address the health care portion during this session. Giving this topic some thought and discus-sion with your family can be difficult but can be a real gift to your family as it can help avoid family conflict and ease the burden of such difficult decisions for your loved ones. This is not just a senior topic as none of us know when tragedy might hit. All adults and their friends are encouraged and welcome to attend.

THANK YOU!!! The Fellowship Committee wishes to thank you for your support of the 9th Calvary Pork & Sauerkraut Dinner…it was totally awesome! We astounded the crowd (and the York Dispatch reporter and photographer) with the quality of the food and all those fabulous desserts! If you donated a cake and did not get your pan back, we may have used it-there were leftover cake that was wrapped and frozen in pans and put into the freezer to be used for coffee fellowship on January 8. Thanks and God Bless!

One of our members, Charlotte Escobar is in end stag-es of kidney failure & in need of a kidney transplant. if you are aware of anyone who can help, please contact Dawn Temple at Pinnacle Health System 717-213-3908. We will do our best to have Annual Report Booklets ready for you to pick up next Sunday.. If you are re-sponsible for a report and have not yet emailed it to the office, please do so by January 12 so they may be print-

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8:30 JANUARY 8 11:00 JANUARY 8 Worship Volunteer: 8:30 JANUARY 15 11:00 JANUARY 15

Eden Dusich Nena Menard Acolyte Gavin Wells Steph Hake

Jeanne Gerstle

Zita Smith

Zina Compton Altar Guild Linda Alley Trena Hall

Abe Evans

Zita Smith

Wayne & Shirley

Crone

Greeters Carol & Bob

Webb

Marissa Schrum

Samantha Schrum

Don Dusich Dodie Menard Lay Reader Ralph Goodwin Brad Brosius

Don Dusich

Bob Snelbecker

Debra Harlacher

Heather Callaghan

Janice Oaster

Offering Tellers Alan Reigart

Cheryl Reigart

Lauren Hoffheins

Kim Harlacher

Chris Harlacher

Tammy Klunk

Roberta Downs

Josh Brandstadter

Tim Herman

Jackie Busser

Debra Harlacher

Chris Harlacher

Samantha Schrum

Ushers Pat Gentzler

Ken Gentzler

Karen Latshaw

Lindsey Markle

Heather Callaghan

Stefanie Crone

Bob Snelbecker

Ludwig Kardos

Brian Alley Dodie Menard Worship Assistant Zina Compton Jason Gross

Altar Flower Sponsor

January 8: In Loving Memory of my husband, Bernard Dehn by Karen Dehn

January 15: In Honor of Megan Smiths (th?) Birthday by Mike, Kaidence, Willow, Eden, Mom and Dad

Bulletin Sponsor

January 8: Sponsorship Available

January 8 Worship Volunteer: January 15

Wayne & Shirley Crone Bulletin Folder Christine Harlacher

Keith & Sherry Rodgers Coffee Fellowship The Kistner Family

Becky Snelbecker Communion

Elements Sandy Dehoff

Deanna & Caitlyn

Laird

Gift Card Table Jane English

Shirley Gross

January 70+ Birthdays 1 Faye Miller

5 Miriam Speck 12 Lee Snyder 14 Charlotte Snyder

15 Carol Webb 19 Blair English

January Anniversary

The SPECIAL OFFERING for January will benefit ELCA Disaster Relief Fund

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Our Church Family:

Jan and Pastor Ambrose

Sherry Baldwin

Irv Baumgardner

Doris Beitzel

Russ Blank §

Mike Busser

Rickey Cox

Althea Crone §

Leroy Crone

Shirley & Wayne Crone

Floyd Drawbaugh

Miriam Ehrhart

Jane English

Charlotte Escobar

Scott Evans

Eileen Fadely

Marcia Feehan

June Fickes

Janet Laughman§

Nancy Little

Tom Luchka

Gloria Markle

Tanner Markle

Don Marsden

Marion Mummert

Stephen McWilliams

Cheryl Reese

John & Pat Rodgers

Owen Ryan

Donna Senft§

Kim Shaw

Lois Slothower

Ruth Smeltzer

Zita Smith

Lee & Charlotte Snyder

The Family of Art Weigel

Helen Weigel §

Kathy Wheet

Dick Wigfield

Bill & Marlene Zech

Barbara & Clair Zinn

Rev. John Woods, (Our Pastor)

Aaron Laird, (Our Youth Director)

Bishop James Dunlop (Lower Susquehanna Synod)

Bishop Elizabeth Eaton (ELCA)

Derrick Matthews & Family (Missionary)

§ Shut-In

From the Community:

John Allen

Mark & Kay Allen

Jamie Arbaugh

Kathy Arnold

Timothy Bair

Betty & Family

(sister of Sue Goodwin)

Steve Barkdoll

Sarah Black

Glen Brosius

Tonya Small Brown

Jake Calhoun

Kori Chronister

Jayden Coval

Marie Crawford

Sheila Crist

Louella Deardorff

Bob Dentler

Natalie Dentler

Richard Dressler

Mary Erb

Rita Erney

Jacinda Frigm

Christine Geisleman

Gilbert (our sponsored child)

Grace Goodwin§

Susanne Gray

Charlene Gross

Jillian Gurski

Gloria Haldeman

Kathi Hartzell

Jean & Armand Hebert

Rita Heilmann

Ashlie Hilbert

Ethan Hollifield

Joann Kauffman

Pastor Gregory Lindsey

Paula Little

Laura Little Livingston

Brooklyn Loucks

Travis Luchka

Mary Kessler

Pat Mc Evoy

Cindy Marco

Bernard Marine

Michael Martin

Donald Miller

Dulcie Mishkin

Nancy Moser

Harold Mummert

The Family of Fred Peterson

Barbara Poulin

Kandis T. Prato

Kevin T. Prato

Don & Shirley Reed & Family

Wayne Reich

John Rockafello

Taiven Schopf

Sandy Shellenberger

Kim Shelley

Kathy Shoff

Lee Snelbecker

Ralfiael Sontoago

Gage Sponsler

Bill Stamm

Bruce Toepher

Kathy Tolbert

Brad Trimmer

Grace Trimmer§

Michelle Weber,

Dorothy Wolk

Carolyn Woods§

Zoe-friend of Barb Zinn

New Hope Ministries

Military:

Brody Black

Mike Blaszczyk

Jason Kelly

MAJ Clair Kling

Brandon Krantz

Ryan Kules

LTC Jimmy Matthews

PFC Jefferson P. Miller

CPT Seth Reed

Joshua Shearer

Military Deployed

If you know of any changes

that need to be made to this list

please contact

Pastor Woods at 891-5503.

Please pray for all listed here &

those we name in our hearts... for these and all who need prayer...

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Calvary Youth Group Open to People in Grades 5-12

Join in anytime and bring a friend! Youth Director: Aaron Laird 717-577-9594

calvarydoveryouth@yahoo.com Facebook.com/calvarydoveryouth

Instagram - calvarydoveryouth Twitter - @CalvaryDvrYouth

Please consider signing up to help serve during Coffee Fellowship or help sell Giant or Weis Gift Cards.

And, don’t forget to buy them-you can get groceries, postage stamps, gas with your gift cards!

Good News: we get a little bit more FREE use of SimplyCircle so ...

If you would like to know about/be involved/be first to know about youth events go to www.simplycircle.com and sign up. Invite code is SM97KH

Have YOU signed up yet???

CURRENT COLLECTIONS...please place items ON THE BOOKSHELF outside the youth room:

Tabs off of beverage cans...for Ronald McDonald House

Thank you for donating Christmas Cards and signing cards for our troops. If you have any left-over cards, please place them on the shelf outside the Youth

Room and we will save them for the 2017 Christmas Cards for the Troops appeal.

Students in need of VOLUNTEER HOURS...please check in with Aaron or Diane!

Thanks to God

& our Calvary Family

for EVERYTHING!

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The Congregation is invited to participate at the places marked with Bold Type. ELW is the red hymnal. WOV in the blue hymnal. Projected is on the Screen behind the Altar.

*Designates please stand if you are able. Please sign the red attendance books as they come to you and pass them on.

Greeting, Announcements & Sharing of Joys & Concerns … Pastor Prelude … “Brightest and Best” (Based on the tune “Morning Star”) … James Harding

*Confession and Forgiveness… Pastor and Congregation Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God, who stretches out the heavens, who sends light to the

nations, who gives breath to us all. Amen.

Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another.

Loving God, we confess that we have turned from your way to follow our own ways.

Forgive us for the times we have spoken or acted too quickly; we have not spoken

or acted at all; we have hurt those closest to us; we have hurt those we have yet to

know; we have thought more about ourselves than others; we have thought less of

ourselves than we ought. Turn us around, and give us a fresh start, so that we can

live again as your children. Amen. Even when we have done wrong, God makes us right. Even when we have messed up, God

puts us together. God’s love never runs out. God never tires of calling us beloved

children. Hear God say to you now: Your sins are forgiven, for the sake of ☩ Jesus

Christ our Savior. Amen.

*Gathering Hymn…“God, Whose Almighty Word”… ELW Hymn # 673

*Apostolic Greeting… Pastor with Congregational Response

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. *Kyrie...ELW Page #203

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*Canticle Of Praise … “Glory To God…” … ELW Page #204

*Prayer of the Day...Pastor with Congregational Response 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. Special Music …

First Reading…Lay Reader with Congregational Response

Isaiah 42:1-9

A reading from Isaiah.

God’s servant Israel is endowed with the Spirit in order to bring justice to the nations.

The servant will not exercise authority boisterously or with violence,

nor will weariness ever keep it from fulfilling its task. God’s old promises have been fulfilled;

the new assignment of the servant is to bring light to the nations.

1Here 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.

2He will not cry or lift up his voice, or make it heard in the street;

3a bruised reed he will not break, and a dimly burning wick he will not quench; he will

faithfully bring forth justice.

4He will not grow faint or be crushed until he has established justice in the earth; and the

coastlands wait for his teaching.

5Thus 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:

6I 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,

7to open the eyes that are blind, to bring out the prisoners from the dungeon, from the

prison those who sit in darkness.

8I am the LORD, that is my name; my glory I give to no other, nor my praise to idols.

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9See, the former things have come to pass, and new things I now declare; before they spring

forth, I tell you of them.

The word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

Psalm… With Congregational Responses… Psalm 29

1Ascribe to the | LORD, you gods,

ascribe to the LORD glo- | ry and strength.

2Ascribe to the LORD the glory | due God’s name;

worship the LORD in the beau- | ty of holiness. 3The voice of the LORD is upon the waters; the God of | glory thunders;

the LORD is upon the | mighty waters.

4The voice of the LORD is a pow- | erful voice;

the voice of the LORD is a | voice of splendor. R 5The voice of the LORD breaks the | cedar trees;

the LORD breaks the ce- | dars of Lebanon;

6the LORD makes Lebanon skip | like a calf,

and Mount Hermon like a | young wild ox. 7The voice | of the LORD

bursts forth in | lightning flashes.

8The voice of the LORD| shakes the wilderness;

the LORD shakes the wilder- | ness of Kadesh. R 9The 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!”

10The LORD sits enthroned a- | bove the flood;

the LORD sits enthroned as king for- | evermore. 11O LORD, give strength | to your people;

give them, O LORD, the bless- | ings of peace. R

Second Reading… Lay Reader with Congregational Responses Acts 10:34-43

A reading from Acts.

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.

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34Peter 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 bap-

tism 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 proph-

ets testify about him that everyone who believes in him receives forgiveness of sins through his

name.”

The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

*Gospel Acclamation… In Unison … ELW Page #205

*Gospel… Pastor with Congregational Response Matthew 3:13-17

The holy gospel according to Matthew.

Glory to you, O Lord. Before Jesus begins his ministry, he is baptized by John, touched by the Spirit,

and identified publicly as God’s child.

13Then 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 an-

swered 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.

Children’s Message… Pastor

After the Children’s Message, if someone has signed up lead the program, Children are invited to participate in “Children's Church” . Children will return to their families in time to commune with them.

Hymn of the Day...“When Jesus Comes To Jordan”… ELW Hymn # 305

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The Message…Pastor

*The Nicene Creed… In Unison … ELW Page #104

*The Prayers...Worship Assistant, Congregational Responses, Pastor Called to be a light to the nations, let us pray for God’s justice, peace, and healing.

Pour out your Spirit of unity, triune God. Renew our lives in the promises of baptism. Hold us

together in the oneness of the body of Christ. Empower us to be one as you are one.

Hear us, O God.

Your mercy is great. Pour out your Spirit of life, eternal God. Move over polluted waters. Breathe on barren fields.

Strengthen ancient cedars and oaks. Engage us in your care of sea, land, and sky.

Hear us, O God.

Your mercy is great. Pour out your Spirit of wisdom, holy God. Guide politicians and military officials as they

wrestle with complex situations. Grant them courage and compassion to work for peace

in every nation (especially). Hear us, O God.

Your mercy is great. Pour out your Spirit of justice, gracious God. Heal the pain of all who are victims of crime. Be

present with all who are imprisoned. Reconcile broken relationships within

communities. Comfort the sick and their caregivers (especially). Hear us, O God.

Your mercy is great. Pour out your Spirit of love, glorious God. Sustain all who knit prayer shawls, sew quilts, and

provide housing for our neighbors who are homeless. Surround those who seek warmth

and shelter with grace-filled advocates. Hear us, O God.

Your mercy is great. Pour out your Spirit of peace, resurrecting God. Bring all who grieve into a community rooted

in you. Uphold them with your grace and keep us all grounded in your promise of life

eternal. Hear us, O God.

Your mercy is great. Receive these prayers in the name of Christ, the light of the world, who is one with you and the

Holy Spirit, now and forever.

Amen.

*Sharing the Peace… Pastor with Congregational Response The peace of Christ be with you always. And also with you.

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Offering… Received by the Ushers Offertory Hymn … “Songs Of Thankfulness And Praise”… ELW Hymn #310 *Offertory… In Unison *Offertory Prayer… Worship Assistant with Congregational Response Merciful God, receive the gifts we bring, our selves, our time, and our possessions. Through

this meal unite us as your body, shining with the light of your justice and mercy; for

the sake of him who gave himself for us, Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. *The Great Thanksgiving… Pastor with Congregational Responses 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 our thanks and praise.

*Proper Preface… Pastor

It is indeed right and salutary that we should at all times and in all places offer thanks and praise to you, O Lord, holy Father, through Christ our Lord. Sharing our life, he lived among us to reveal your glory and love, that our darkness should give way to his own brilliant light. And so, with the Church on earth and the host of heaven, we praise Your name and join their unending hymn: *Sanctus… “Holy, Holy, Holy…” … In Unison … ELW Page 207

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*Eucharistic Prayer… Pastor

*The Lord’s Prayer… In Unison

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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever and ever. Amen.

*Invitation to Communion… Pastor

We who are many are one body, for we all partake of the one bread. Come. Be filled with the light and life.

Communion… Gluten free communion wafers are available.

If you require this product, please make sure an usher is aware of this.

All are welcome at the table of the Lord. Those not communing may come forward for a blessing. If you prefer to receive communion at your seat, please notify an usher.

Communion Hymn...“Spirit Of Gentleness”...ELW Hymn # 396

The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in His grace. Amen.

*Post Communion Prayer….Worship Assistant with Congregational Response O Morning Star, fair and bright, you have refreshed us again with heavenly food. You are our

dearest treasure. Go with us now—today, tomorrow, every day—that we tell the story

of your never-ending love and sing your praise both now and forever. Amen.

*Blessing….Pastor with Congregational Response The God of Glory dwell in you richly, name you beloved, and shine brightly on your path; and the blessing of almighty God, the Father, the ☩ Son, and the Holy Spirit, be upon you and remain with you always. Amen.

*Sending Hymn… “ O Lord, Now Let Your Servant”….ELW Hymn # 313

*Dismissal….Worship Assistant with Congregational Response Glory to God in the Highest! Peace to God’s people on earth! God in peace. Share the gift of Jesus. Thanks be to God!

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CALVARY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH of DOVER, PA

Thanking God for Our Musicians...

Adult Choir

Jennifer McCleary-Conductor

Suzanne Tilley-Accompanist

Soprano

Charlotte Clark, Shirley Crone,

Tammy Klunk, Mary Markle,

Jenni Melhorn

Tenor

Brian Alley, Gus Gerstle, Tim McCleary,

Dave Mummert, Bill Rodgers

Alto

Zina Compton, Roberta Downs,

Jeanne Gerstle, Donna Keefer,

Faye Miller

Bass Handbell Choir

Miriam Ehrhart-Conductor

Jenni Melhorn-Assistant Conductor

Chelsey Allen

Linda Alley

Heather Callaghan

Zina Compton

Kevin Crone

Tammy Klunk

Karen Latshaw

Jenni Melhorn

Praise Band

CROSSROADS

Director and Keyboard: Suzanne Tilley

Guitar: Brad Brosius, DJ Heinle

Bass Guitar: Pastor John Woods

Drums: Dodie Menard

Flute: Emma Miller

Vocals:

Doris Beitzel

Diane Brosius

Zina Compton

Claudia Evans

Mary Jung

Caitlyn Laird

Michael Lightner

Nena Menard

Cheryl Reese

Ellen Shaffer

Jerry Shaffer

Becky Snelbecker

Nichole Windhausen

Audio-Visual Coordinator (The lady who puts all

those awesome things on the screen)

Linda Alley

Sound Technicians

Walt Tilley

Joe Compton

Chris Woods

Video Presentation

Kenny Laird

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PRE-SERVICE MUSIC…“Baptized”… Jay Beech WELCOME/SHARING OF JOYS AND CONCERNS… Pastor

*GATHERING SONG...Projected on screen… Crossroads with Congregation

“We are One In The Spirit“ by Peter Scholte

*CONFESSION AND FORGIVENESS… Pastor with Congregational Responses

Blessed be the holy Trinity, ☩ one God, who stretches out the heavens, who sends light to the

nations, who gives breath to us all. Amen.

Let us confess our sin in the presence of God and of one another.

Loving God, we confess that we have turned from your way to follow our own ways.

Forgive us for the times we have spoken or acted too quickly; we have not spoken

or acted at all; we have hurt those closest to us; we have hurt those we have yet to

know; we have thought more about ourselves than others; we have thought less of

ourselves than we ought. Turn us around, and give us a fresh start, so that we can

live again as your children. Amen. Even when we have done wrong, God makes us right. Even when we have messed up, God

puts us together. God’s love never runs out. God never tires of calling us beloved

children. Hear God say to you now: Your sins are forgiven, for the sake of ☩ Jesus

Christ our Savior. Amen.

*GREETING…Pastor with Congregational Response

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.

*SONG OF PRAISE…“Alleluia” by Jerry Sinclair… In Unison

Alleluia, alleluia, Alleluia, alleluia, Alleluia, alleluia, Alleluia, alleluia!

He’s my Savior, he’s my Savior, he’s my Savior, he’s my Savior,

he’s my Savior, he’s my Savior, alleluia!

*PRAYER OF THE DAY… Worship Assistant with Congregational Response

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

Order of Service 11:00 A.M., Contemporary Worship Service

The Congregation is invited to participate at the places marked with Bold Type. *Designates please stand if you are able.

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Jesus Christ, our Savior and Lord, who lives and reigns with you and the Holy Spirit,

one God, now and forever. Amen.

FIRST LESSON …Lay Reader with Congregational Response

Isaiah 42:1-9

A reading from Isaiah.

God’s servant Israel is endowed with the Spirit in order to bring justice to the nations.

The servant will not exercise authority boisterously or with violence,

nor will weariness ever keep it from fulfilling its task. God’s old promises have been fulfilled;

the new assignment of the servant is to bring light to the nations.

1Here 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.

2He will not cry or lift up his voice, or make it heard in the street;

3a bruised reed he will not break, and a dimly burning wick he will not quench; he will

faithfully bring forth justice.

4He will not grow faint or be crushed until he has established justice in the earth; and the

coastlands wait for his teaching.

5Thus 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:

6I 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,

7to open the eyes that are blind, to bring out the prisoners from the dungeon, from the

prison those who sit in darkness.

8I am the LORD, that is my name; my glory I give to no other, nor my praise to idols.

9See, the former things have come to pass, and new things I now declare; before they spring

forth, I tell you of them.

The word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God.

SPECIAL MUSIC…“The River”… Silverberg, Feliz and Wedgeworth

SECOND LESSON … Lay Reader with Congregational Responses Acts 10:34-43

A reading from Acts.

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.

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34Peter 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 pow-

er; 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 ap-

pear, 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.”

The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

*ALLELUIA VERSE: “Ancient Words” by Lynn Deshazo… In Unison

Ancient words, ever true.

Changing me and changing you;

We have come with open hearts,

O, let the ancient words impart.

*GOSPEL … Pastor with Congregational Response

Matthew 3:13-17

The holy gospel according to St. Matthew.

Glory to you, O Lord. Before Jesus begins his ministry, he is baptized by John, touched by the Spirit,

and identified publicly as God’s child.

13Then 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.”

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The gospel of the Lord. Praise to you, O Christ.

CHILDREN’S MESSAGE … Pastor

After the Children’s Message, if someone has signed up lead the program,

Children are invited to participate in “Children's Church”.

Children will return to their families in time to commune with them.

MESSAGE… Pastor

*THE APOSTLES’ CREED… In Unison

I believe in God, the Father Almighty, creator of heaven and earth.

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.

I be-

lieve 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.

*SHARING OF THE PEACE… Pastor with Congregational Response

The peace of Christ be with you always.

And also with you.

OFFERING… Ushers will receive our gifts

OFFERING MUSIC…“Child Of The Water”… Jay Beech

*OFFERTORY RESPONSE…“Forever” by Chris Tomlin… In Unison

Give thanks to the Lord

Our God and King;

His love endures forever.

For He is good;

He is above all things;

His love endures forever.

Sing praise; sing praise;

Sing praise, sing praise.

Forever God is faithful!

Forever God is strong!

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*OFFERING PRAYER… Worship Assistant and Congregation God with us: You came as a baby to a manger. You slept on straw and greeted shepherds.

You come again in bread and wine. Remind us how good you are at blessing ordinary

things. And then, through these gifts, help us to bless the lives of others in the strength

of your holy name. Amen.

*WORDS OF INSTITUTION… Pastor

*LORD’S PRAYER...In Unison

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.

COMMUNION…

Gluten free communion wafers are available.

If you require this product, please make sure an usher is aware of this.

All are welcome at the table of the Lord. Those not communing may come forward

for a blessing. If you prefer to receive communion at your seat, please notify an usher.

*DISTRIBUTION MUSIC… “Wise Men” … Allen Krebiel

*POST COMMUNION BLESSING… Pastor with Congregational Response

The body and blood of our Lord Jesus Christ strengthen you and keep you in his grace.

Amen

*PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION… Worship Assistant with Congregational Response

Life-giving God, in the mystery of Christ's resurrection you send light to conquer darkness,

water to give new life, and the bread of life to nourish your people. Send

us forth as witnesses to your Son's resurrection, that we may show your glory to all the

world, through Jesus Christ, our risen Lord. Amen.

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CALVARY EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH of DOVER, PA

9 North Main Street, Dover, Pennsylvania 17315

Office phone: 717-292-3891

E-mail: calvarydover@verizon.net

Website: calvarylutherandover.org

Pastoral Emergencies: Pastor Woods, 717-891-5503

COMMUNION We invite all baptized believers in Jesus Christ as Lord

and Savior to commune with us this morning. If you are unable to come forward for the sacrament,

please bring this to the attention of an usher and communion will be brought to you.

MISSION STATEMENT

We at Calvary believe God wants our congregation to exist in order to reflect God’s love through our actions, programs and image; to reach out to our family,

the community and the world; to provide moral and spiritual leadership. We are called to grow and adjust with the times to make the Gospel

relevant for contemporary society.

STAFF

Pastor: The Rev. John M. Woods

Church Organist/Crossroads Director: Mrs. Suzanne Tilley

Assistant Organist: Mr. Jeffrey Byers

Handbell Choir Director: Ms. Miriam Ehrhart

Assistant Handbell Choir Director: Mrs. Jenni Melhorn

Adult & Youth Choirs Director: Mrs. Jennifer Fadely McCleary

Youth Director: Mr. Aaron Laird

Sexton: Mr. Melvin Sharp

Treasurer: Ms. Janice Oaster

Pre-School Director : Mrs. Deb Latchaw

Office Administrator: Mrs. Deanna Laird