“Welcome to Worship”…2021/01/03 · The Lord, worship Christ, the Lord Let all that is within us Adore Wise men bring their treasures Shepherds bow low Angel voices sing of

“Welcome to Worship” January 3, 2021

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January 3, 2021

Preservice Song: “Holy and Anointed”

Jesus, Jesus, Holy and anointed One, Jesus.

Jesus, Jesus, Risen and exalted One, Jesus.

Your name is like honey on my lips, Your Spirit like water to my soul, Your Word is a lamp unto my feet, Jesus I love You, I love You.

Jesus, Jesus, Holy and anointed One, Jesus.

Jesus, Jesus, Risen and exalted One, Jesus.

Your name is like honey on my lips, Your Spirit like water to my soul, Your Word is a lamp unto my feet, Jesus I love You, I love You. Jesus, Jesus.

©1988 Mercy Publishing (Admin. by Vineyard Music USA) Words & Music by John Barnett

Used by permission CCLI #782217

Friendship Celebration Lutheran Church ~ Missouri Synod

765 E Chinden Blvd. Meridian, ID 83646 www.friendshipcelebration.org

Email: [email protected] www.fclcpreschool.org

Church and Preschool Phone: 208-288-2404

Senior Pastor: Matt Henry Cell: 208-957-9364

Email: [email protected]

Founding & Kuna Lutheran Church Pastor: Tom Hausch Cell: 208-860-1274


Director of Christian Education: Brett Lindemood Cell: 208-982-1461


Preschool Director: Lori Jensen Office: 208-288-2404


Elders Serving: 8:15am Ron Bischoff ~ 11:00am Aaron Hubler

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Welcome & Announcements Invocation & Opening Prayer Leader: All glorious God, we give you thanks: in your Son, Jesus Christ, you

have given us every spiritual blessing in the heavenly realms. Congregation: You chose us, before the world was made, to be your holy

people, without fault in your sight. You adopted us as your children in Christ.

Leader: You have set us free by his blood; you have forgiven our sins. Congregation: You have made known to us your secret purpose, to bring

heaven and earth into unity in Christ. Leader: You have given us your Holy Spirit, the seal and pledge of our

inheritance. Congregation: All praise and glory be yours, O God, for the richness of your

grace, for the splendor of your gifts, for the wonder of your love.

Opening Set:

“Great Is Thy Faithfulness”

Great is Thy faithfulness, O God my Father, There is no shadow of turning with Thee; Thou changest not, Thy compassions they fail not; As Thou hast been Thou forever wilt be.

Great is Thy faithfulness! Great is Thy faithfulness! Morning by morning new mercies I see; All I have needed Thy hand hath provided Great is Thy faithfulness, Lord, unto me.

Summer and winter, and springtime and harvest, Sun, moon, and stars in their courses above Join with all nature in manifold witness To Thy great faithfulness, mercy and love.


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Pardon for sin and a peace that endureth, Thine own dear presence to cheer and to guide; Strength for today and bright hope for tomorrow, Blessings all mine with ten thousand beside!


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“Adore”

You stepped down from heaven Humbly You came God of all creation Here with us In a starlit manger Emmanuel Light of the world Here to save

Adore Come let us adore Oh come let us adore Him The Lord, worship Christ, the Lord Let all that is within us Adore

Wise men bring their treasures Shepherds bow low Angel voices sing of peace on earth What have I to offer To heaven's King I will bring my life, my love, my all


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Angels sing, praises ring to the newborn King Peace on earth, here with us, joy awakening At Your feet we fall

Angels sing, praises ring to the newborn King Peace on earth, here with us, joy awakening At Your feet we fall


© 2015 Common Hymnal Publishing Worship Together Music Words & Music by Graham Kendrick & Martin Chalk


Confession of Sins Leader: Almighty and merciful God, Congregation: We have erred and strayed from your ways like lost sheep. We

have followed too much the devices and desires of our own hearts. We have offended against your holy laws. We have left undone those things which we ought to have done; and we have done those things which we ought not to have done. O Lord have mercy upon us. Spare those who confess their faults. Restore those who are penitent, according to your promises declared to the world in Christ Jesus, our Lord. And grant, O merciful God, for his sake, that we may live a holy, just, and humble life to the glory of your holy name. Amen.

Assurance of Forgiveness Leader: Through Jesus Christ forgiveness of sins is proclaimed to you. In

Christ we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace.

Congregation: Thanks be to God.

Sharing of the Pics

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Old Testament 1 Kings 3:4-15 ESV 8:15am Ray Ohlaug

11:00am Gina Josephson

4And the king went to Gibeon to sacrifice there, for that was the great high place. Solomon used to offer a thousand burnt offerings on that altar. 5At Gibeon the LORD appeared to Solomon in a dream by night, and God said, “Ask what I shall give you.” 6And Solomon said, “You have shown great and steadfast love to your servant David my father, because he walked before you in faithfulness, in righteousness, and in uprightness of heart toward you. And you have kept for him this great and steadfast love and have given him a son to sit on his throne this day. 7And now, O LORD my God, you have made your servant king in place of David my father, although I am but a little child. I do not know how to go out or come in. 8And your servant is in the midst of your people whom you have chosen, a great people, too many to be numbered or counted for multitude. 9Give your servant therefore an understanding mind to govern your people, that I may discern between good and evil, for who is able to govern this your great people?”

10It pleased the Lord that Solomon had asked this. 11And God said to him, “Because you have asked this, and have not asked for yourself long life or riches or the life of your enemies, but have asked for yourself understanding to discern what is right, 12behold, I now do according to your word. Behold, I give you a wise and discerning mind, so that none like you has been before you and none like you shall arise after you. 13I give you also what you have not asked, both riches and honor, so that no other king shall compare with you, all your days. 14And if you will walk in my ways, keeping my statutes and my commandments, as your father David walked, then I will lengthen your days.”

15And Solomon awoke, and behold, it was a dream. Then he came to Jerusalem and stood before the ark of the covenant of the Lord, and offered up burnt offerings and peace offerings, and made a feast for all his servants.

Epistle Ephesians 1:3-14 ESV

3Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us in Christ with every spiritual blessing in the heavenly places, 4even as he chose us in him before the foundation of the world, that we should be holy and blameless before him. In love 5he predestined us for adoption to himself as sons through Jesus Christ, according to the purpose of his will, 6to the praise of his glorious grace, with which he has blessed us in the Beloved. 7In him we have redemption through his blood, the forgiveness of our trespasses, according to the riches of his grace, 8which he lavished upon us, in all wisdom and insight 9making known to us the mystery of his will, according to his purpose, which he set forth in Christ 10as a plan for the fullness of time, to unite all things in him, things in heaven and things on earth.

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11In him we have obtained an inheritance, having been predestined according to the purpose of him who works all things according to the counsel of his will, 12so that we who were the first to hope in Christ might be to the praise of his glory. 13In him you also, when you heard the word of truth, the gospel of your salvation, and believed in him, were sealed with the promised Holy Spirit, 14who is the guarantee of our inheritance until we acquire possession of it, to the praise of his glory.

Holy Gospel Luke 2:40-52 ESV

40And the child grew and became strong, filled with wisdom. And the favor of God was upon him.

41Now his parents went to Jerusalem every year at the Feast of the Passover. 42And when he was twelve years old, they went up according to custom. 43And when the feast was ended, as they were returning, the boy Jesus stayed behind in Jerusalem. His parents did not know it, 44but supposing him to be in the group they went a day's journey, but then they began to search for him among their relatives and acquaintances, 45and when they did not find him, they returned to Jerusalem, searching for him. 46After three days they found him in the temple, sitting among the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions. 47And all who heard him were amazed at his understanding and his answers. 48And when his parents saw him, they were astonished. And his mother said to him, “Son, why have you treated us so? Behold, your father and I have been searching for you in great distress.” 49And he said to them, “Why were you looking for me? Did you not know that I must be in my Father's house?” 50And they did not understand the saying that he spoke to them. 51And he went down with them and came to Nazareth and was submissive to them. And his mother treasured up all these things in her heart.

52And Jesus increased in wisdom and in stature and in favor with God and man.

The First Article of the Apostles Creed with Explanation All: I believe in God, the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth. Leader: What does this mean? All: I believe that God has made me and all creatures; that He has given me my body and soul, eyes, ears, and all my members, my reason and all my senses, and still takes care of them. He also gives me clothing and shoes, food and drink, house and home, wife and children, land, animals, and all I have. He richly and daily provides me with all that I need to support this body and life. He

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defends me against all danger and guards and protects me from all evil. All this He does only out of fatherly, divine goodness and mercy, without any merit or worthiness in me. For all this it is my duty to thank and praise, serve and obey Him. This is most certainly true.

Children’s Message Sermon Song: “Once in Royal David’s City”

Once in royal David's city Stood a lowly cattle shed Where a mother laid her baby In a manger for His bed Mary was that mother mild Jesus Christ her little Child

He came down to earth from heaven Who is God and Lord of all And His shelter was a stable And His cradle was a stall With the poor and meek and lowly Lived on earth our Saviour holy

Jesus is our childhood's pattern Day by day like us He grew He was little weak and helpless Tears and smiles like us He knew And He feels for all our sadness And He shares in all our gladness

And our eyes at last shall see Him Through His own redeeming love For that Child so dear and gentle Is our Lord in heaven above And He leads His children on To the place where He has gone

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Sermon: “Welcome to Worship” 1 Kings 3 We know Solomon asked for wisdom – but for what purpose? To govern the people. It is impossible to govern unless we distinguish right from wrong. Just as parents teach their children, God teaches right and wrong through nature, conscience, and the Word.

Altar Ego

Gibeon = ________ __________ How does God change us through worship? A Real Wise Guy

Solomon loved YHWH (v. 3) Solomon admits his _______________________ Solomon asked for “an understanding mind” (v. 9)

1) to govern your people 2) to discern between good and evil

Solomon made this about the _____________ The Desires of Your Heart

What do you really want? worth-ship

Life Group Questions

Head (what?)

• What is the difference between wisdom and knowledge?

• Was there anything special about Gibeon (where this dream occurred)?

• What did Solomon not ask for?

Heart (so what?)

• How often during your prayer time do you thank God for His past faithfulness to you before asking Him to do something?

• How does God change our heart as we worship Him?

• At what point in coping with an issue do you go to God for help? Do you go to Him immediately or after you have tried everything else?

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Hands (now what?)

• After receiving a blessing from God, do you keep it to yourself or pay it forward? Explain your answer.

• Which part of your life is God asking you to trust Him?

• What can you do to serve your neighbor in the new year?

Offering

You may give your offering by giving online through the church website at www.friendshipcelebration.org, by signing up for automatic withdrawal which links to

savings/checking account or debit/credit card (form is also available on church website), or by mailing your check to the church office.

Prayers Leader: Almighty and merciful God, from whom comes all that is good, we

praise you for all your mercies: for your goodness that has created us, your grace that has sustained us, your wisdom that has challenged us, your patience that has borne with us, and your love that has redeemed us. Help us to love you and all your children and to be thankful for all your gifts, by serving you and delighting to do your will.

All: For all the possibilities ahead in this new year, make us thankful, O Lord. Give us wisdom, courage, and discernment in the face of so much chaos, despair, and fear. Help us to see how, in our circumstances, we can contribute toward peace, faith, and love. And give us the will to translate our desires into action. In Jesus’ name we pray. Amen.

The 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 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.

Words of Institution Pastor Tom Cizmar

http://www.friendshipcelebration.org/

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Preparation for The Lord’s Table Holy Communion: We celebrate the Lord’s Supper today by receiving the Body and Blood of Christ, which is given in, with and under the bread and wine. In this meal, we receive the forgiveness of sins, the promise of life everlasting and the strength we need to live faithfully. We invite to the Lord’s Table baptized believers who are truly repentant of sin and seek the grace in this meal, forgiving of one another as we have been forgiven, and gladly believe and confess the Real Presence of Christ in this meal. All people are welcome to come forward for a blessing. Participating in the meal is how the church proclaims the Lord’s death, resurrection, and imminent return. Red wine is used to best visually convey the blood of Christ. For personal or medical reasons, white grape juice is also available in the center of the trays.

Distribution Songs:

“Draw Near and Take the Body of the Lord”

Draw near and take the body of the Lord, And drink the holy blood for you outpoured; Offered was He for greatest and for least, Himself the victim and Himself the priest.

He who His saints in this world rules and shields, To all believers life eternal yields; With heavenly bread He makes the hungry whole, Gives living waters to the thirsting soul.

Come forward then with faithful hearts sincere, And take the pledges of salvation here. O Lord, our hearts with grateful thanks endow As in this feast of love You bless us now.

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“How Great Is Your Love”

No eye has seen, no ear has heard, No mind has ever conceived The glorious things that You have prepared For everyone who has believed You brought us near and You called us Your own And made us joint heirs with Your Son. How high and how wide, How deep and how long, How sweet and how strong is Your love. How lavish Your grace, How faithful Your ways, How great is Your love, oh Lord.

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Objects of mercy who should have known wrath We’re filled with unspeakable joy. Riches of wisdom, unsearchable wealth, And the wonder of knowing Your voice. You are our treasure and our great reward, Our hope and our glorious King.

How high and how wide, How deep and how long, How sweet and how strong is Your love. How lavish Your grace, How faithful Your ways, How great is Your love, oh Lord.

How great is Your love, oh Lord.

© 1990 Intregrity’s Praise! Words & Music by Mark Altrogge


Sending Leader: O God, you have so greatly loved us, long sought us, and mercifully

redeemed us. Give us grace, that in everything we may yield ourselves, our wills, and our works, a continual thank-offering to you, through Jesus Christ, our Lord.

Congregation: Amen.

Blessing Leader: 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. Congregation: Amen.

Closing Song: “Who You Say I Am”

Who am I that the highest King Would welcome me? I was lost but He brought me in. Oh His love for me! Oh His love for me!

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Who the Son sets free, Oh is free indeed. I'm a child of God. Yes I am.

Free at last He has ransomed me. His grace runs deep. While I was a slave to sin Jesus died for me. Yes He died for me,


In my Father's house. There's a place for me. I'm a child of God. Yes I am!

I am chosen not forsaken. I am who You say I am. You are for me not against me. I am who You say I am.

I am chosen not forsaken. I am who You say I am. You are for me not against me. I am who You say I am. I am who You say I am.


In my Father's house. There's a place for me. I'm a child of God. Yes I am!

© 2017 Hillsong Music Publishing Australia (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing) Words & Music by Ben Fielding & Reuben Morgan

Used by permission CCLI 782217

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Friendship Celebration Announcements ~ January 3, 2021

The January Newsletter is a bit delayed due to staff illness. Thanks for your understanding!

Offering Envelopes: Offering envelopes for 2021 are now available in the fellowship hall. With all the changes of this last year, we are especially grateful for the continued support of the congregation. For those who would like offering envelopes, extras are available. Please email Kayla ([email protected]) with your request. Thank you for your stewardship and faithful giving!

Thank you to those who offered help for a member of FCLC who was experiencing homelessness. Your kindness is appreciated. Out of town arrangements have been made and her need for housing is currently met for at least the next month. If you would like more information, please speak with Pastor Matt.

Attention life group leaders and ministry leaders! We have a paid Zoom license available that can be shared among different ministry teams and groups. No time limits, Zoom for as long as you need. We want our groups to stay connected. For more details, contact Pastor Matt. Thank you for building relationships and encouraging one another!

Christmas Food Boxes: A huge thank you to everyone that donated to make this year's food baskets the biggest year we have ever had. Donations included money, crosses, baskets, quilts, food, and time from all those that help fill the baskets. Without all you we would not have been able to help 31 families, that included 130 people. The baskets went to families and friends of FCLC, Family Advocates, and 1 Church 1 Child. ~ Nancy Cheney

Coffee Volunteers Needed: We would like to start coffee service back up again on Sunday mornings, but we need volunteers! If you would be interested in helping to get this popular fellowship ministry up and running, please contact us at: [email protected]

Sharing of the Pics Continues! Send in your fun photos, family photos or anything that shares what you have been up to. Pictures should be landscape orientation, high resolution, and .jpg format. Email to [email protected] by 9am Friday mornings to be included in the following Sunday’s video.

Prayer Chain-Prayer Requests: Contact Jenny Kandler at: [email protected] to request prayer chain or updates. In the event that Jenny Kandler cannot be reached, call, Donnette House@ 208-297-0775 or [email protected].

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Bible Study: 1&2 Corinthians: Come join this Bible study led by Pastor Matt on the books of 1&2 Corinthians. You can catch up by going to the church website and downloading the handout and audio from previous sessions. This class will be at 9:45am on Sunday mornings on Zoom, but if you want to gather in person with others, we’ll also use one of the smart TV-equipped classrooms on campus. Our hope is to cover a couple chapters at a time, so the class will run about 16 weeks with some flexibility! These are great letters from Paul and very useful for the times we are in. For Zoom invite, please send an e-mail to [email protected].

A Message from the Music Committee: Members & Friends of FCLC,

Our Music Director of many years, Linda Hausch, is stepping back from her role in leading & coordinating worship music at FCLC. With prayer and reflection, Linda has decided the time has come for more flexibility to spend with family, especially grandkids, and to pursue other passions and callings. FCLC has been richly blessed by Linda’s countless hours of performance, service, dedication, coordination, and inspiration for our worship teams and choirs. Linda, we love and support you, and we offer you our heartfelt thanks and appreciation for all you have given!

A transition plan, starting January, has been offered and accepted by the Board of Elders. Missy Nichols will serve in the position of interim Music Director for FCLC. Her experience, talent, familiarity, and skill will continue the wonderful level of music and praise for FCLC. Thank you, Missy, for offering to serve in this interim position and continue to fill our church with wonderful music praise!

A committee to search for a permanent Music Director has been formed. We want and invite your input for ideas for the future of the music ministry at FCLC. A “FCLC Music Survey” was distributed in December via the 411. We ask that members and friends of FCLC take a few moments to complete the survey. The survey will close on January 10th, if you have not completed the survey please do so before then. (Feel free to email the office if you would like this survey link emailed to you). Your input will help guide our search for a new Music Director at Friendship Celebration.

Above all, and through all, we ask for, and seek guidance from our Lord and Savior!

~Aaron Hubler on behalf of the Music Committee

Stay Connected! FCLC’s Friendly 411 is a weekly e-newsletter that comes out on Thursdays directly to your email inbox. If you are interested in signing up to receive the Friendly 411, email the church office at [email protected] and mark the subject “Subscribe 411”. You may also request a PDF copy of our monthly Friendly Findings newsletter. Just include “Subscribe FF” to the subject line in your email. Our newsletter is also available online at our church website: www.friendshipcelebration.org.

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“Welcome to Worship”…2021/01/03 · The Lord, worship Christ, the Lord Let all that is within us Adore Wise men bring their treasures Shepherds bow low Angel voices sing of