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H PE-FILLED HAPPENINGS
BAPTISM OF OUR LORD
January 9, 2022 – 9:00 and 10:45 a.m.
Welcome
to Cross of Hope
a Spirit-centered community that shares Christ’s love
through worship, education and outreach
to develop and strengthen relationships with God.
CROSS OF hope LUTHERAN CHURCH AND SCHOOL
Loving God - Transforming Relationships - Serving Others
Romans 15:13
WORSHIP NOTES
In Holy Communion, God meets us in the meal. Jesus is WELCOME
truly present and we come by the Spirit's grace. You are Welcome to worship — each and every one
always welcome at God's table. All baptized believers are of you, a chosen and beloved child of God.
welcome to share in this, God’s gift to us. Receive the May we follow Jesus into
bread and eat. Receive the wine (or grape juice) and drink. the work of ministry.
Place cup in nearby basket. Gluten free option by request.
Giving Envelopes for 2022…Are in the Next Week’s Readings
Great Hall. If there is not a box for you and Sunday, January 16, 2022
you would like envelopes, please contact Isaiah 62:1-5; Psalm 36:5-10; 1
the church office, office@crossofhope.org ; Corinthians 12:1-11; John 2:1-11
505-897-0047.
The memorial for
Stan Socha has
If you sponsored a poinsettia, been scheduled for
be invited to take yours home Saturday, June 25
today. Any poinsettias left will at 11 a.m.
be shared with those unable to
be present.
LARGE PRINT copies of the
Hope Filled Happenings and Preparation for Worship
an Order of Worship bulletin May everyone gathered for worship today know that,
are available from the Ushers. as siblings of Jesus, they too are God’s beloved.
Wherever you are on your journey of faith,
you are welcome here.
It is a great blessing to journey together!
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Worship at Cross of Hope Lutheran
Devotions for Lent 2022 Church and School
Augsburg Fortress has published “Grace Digital Worship
On our website - www.crossofhope.org
Unbounded: Devotions for Lent 2022”. We plan
Facebook - Cross of Hope Church
to place an order. If you would like a copy, YouTube – Cross of Hope Church and
please email Nancy Morrison, School
media@crossofhope.org, 505-897-0047, by
Monday, January 17. Sunday at 9:00 am
If you prefer a digital
copy, they are available Daily Devotions at 9:00 am
on Amazon.com, Monday through Friday
Google Play,
Barnes and Noble.
On-Site Worship
Sunday at 9:00 am
Worship gathering in the sanctuary with
communion, following COVID safe practices
Sunday at 10:45 am
Worship gathering in the Sanctuary with
communion, following COVID safe practices
Christ in Our Home Cross of Hope is a community living under
The devotion booklets for Jan-Mar 2022 God’s love and renewal. We respond to this
have arrived. Pick up your copy in the graciousness by following Christ and taking
Great Hall. up our cross.
If you want to explore membership in our
joyous and committed community, contact
Help for the hearing impaired! the church office, 897-0047, for information.
Cross of Hope has a loop system,
enabling worshippers to get the service We appreciate your continued giving through
directly into their hearing devices via a the ministries of Cross of Hope:
telecoil system. We also have headsets
you may borrow if your hearing aids are 1. Giving Tab on crossofhope.org
not able to use the loop system. 2. @PAY, text 505-629-4012
3. Via US Mail
God Pause Devotions 4. Online bill pay through your bank
Looking for spiritual refreshment? Your giving may be mailed to our P.O. Box:
God Pause devotions are daily Cross of Hope Church, 8201 Golf Course Rd
reflections. View or sign up at NW, Suite D3, #285, Albuquerque, NM 87120
www.luthersem.edu/godpause
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The Baptism of Jesus by John
A baptism needs 3 things: people, water, and the Holy Spirit. This dance begins with people
coming together, then -- it rains! So we have water. Then -- the simple act of being in water turns
into a sacred moment. A moment that changes John's life, Jesus' life, and our lives. Forever.
Dancers: Addison Berndt Starleen Cooley
Ethan McClain Kaley McClain
Keri Sutter
Composer: Michael Praetorius, arr. by Ruth Barrett Arno
Pianist: Amy Ellis
Surgite, a sacred dance company, was formed in Albuquerque in 1985. Their dancers have
participated in hundreds of worship services and led hundreds of workshops for people of many
different denominations in nineteen different states. Their ministry is to use movement to help people
explore their faith and their relationships with those around them.
The director, Keri Sutter has over 40 years' experience directing and choreographing liturgical dance,
and leads workshops and dances in worship services with congregations all over the United States.
She says, "The Bible tells us to love the Lord with all our heart, soul, strength, and mind, that we should
love and serve God with our entire being. The Bible also tells us that we should praise God with timbrel
and dance! Just as music adds a dimension to our prayers and praises that cannot be duplicated in
any other way, using our entire body to pray or to praise, to petition or to preach the Gospel adds a
dimension and clarity that cannot be duplicated through other means."
The use of dance in the worship of God
Dance is one of the oldest art forms, and has been used in Jewish and Christian worship since at least
the time of King David, if not earlier. Jesus tells us, in Mark 12:29-31, to love the Lord with all our
heart, soul, strength, and mind, that we should love and serve God with our entire being. Psalms 149
and 150 also tell us that we should praise God with timbrel and dance!
Dance has been a part of Christian worship since the earliest days of the Church, and several of the
early Church Fathers mention dance either as a part of worship, or as something worshipers could do
in unison with the angels, who dance around the throne of God. While dance was removed from
worship by Protestant churches during the Reformation (along with vestments, pipe organs, stained
glass windows, and other accouterments), it has enjoyed a resurgence during the twentieth and twenty-
first centuries.
We welcome your comments.
Surgite, a sacred dance company
4300 Silver SE, Suite H Albuquerque, NM 87108
505 255 2034 surgite@swcp.com www.surgite.org
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Cross of Hope is seeking a Communications Director
The Communications Director ensures effective communication across various
platforms such as website, social media, email, newsletter, bulletin, PowerPoint, and
others as appropriate for Cross of Hope Church and School.
Scope: Part-Time
Duties include: Maintaining and updating all of the following:
Digital Communications: website, social media accounts, weekly community email
Worship Communications - Sunday PowerPoint, Sunday bulletin (Hope-filled
Happenings), Sunday leaders guides, special worship services as needed.
Other Print Communications - monthly newsletter (Rays of Hope), and others as
needed.
For a complete job description, email office@crossofhope.org. Please send your
resume and references to office@crossofhope.org or mail to Cross of Hope Lutheran
Church, 6104 Taylor Ranch Rd NW, Albuquerque, NM 87120.
You are created in the image of God from the very beginning. This is the
basis for God's justice: Since everyone is made in the image of God, then
we need to recognize, honor, and respect the image of God in everyone.
No exceptions. - Fr. Richard Rohr
5New Worship and Small Group Series
Face to Face: Revealing God’s Love
In Baptism
January 9, 2022 – Baptism of Our Lord
At the Feast
January 16, 2022 – Second Sunday after Elements of 2021-2022 Cross of Hope Making
Epiphany Faith Connections
· Training, Study Materials and support will be
In Scripture
provided for all Facilitators and group members to
January 23, 2022 – Third Sunday after connect the worship experience, word and
Epiphany
message with the individual small groups each
week. There will still be options for groups to meet
Through Gifts face to face, virtually by Zoom, or a combination
January 30, 2022 – Fourth Sunday after of face to face and Zoom sessions.
Epiphany
·Not all Making Faith Connections will be meeting
In Everyday People every week. Some groups may choose to meet as
February 6, 2022 – Fifth Sunday after a whole group once or twice a month and use the
Epiphany other weekly study material for personal study,
individual family groups, or with neighborhood
In Blessings (and Curses!) friends!
February 13, 2022 – Sixth Sunday after
Epiphany ·One of the new date and time options for Making
Faith Connections small groups will be at Cross of
Through Mercy Hope in the time between Sunday morning
February 20, 2022 – Seventh Sunday after worship services! Another date and time option
Epiphany will be at Cross of Hope Wednesday evenings!
Want to Know More and/or sign up?? Contact the
In Jesus church office, 505-897-0047,
February 27, 2022 – Transfiguration of office@crossofhope.org.
Our Lord
The Mission
of Cross of Hope Faith Connections Groups...
· To provide an opportunity for all people
· To share Christ’s love and authentic community
· In a small group setting where lives are transformed through
6 growth in faith and service to others.7
Stewardship of Time
Luke 3:21 –A voice came from heaven, "You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased."
Jesus hears God’s words of comfort and love, and his life was never the same. At our baptism we also receive
God’s promises as God declares us sons and daughters. Baptism is the defining moment for our lives.
In response to the Marshall Fire
Hope has work for us to do
Hope has work for us to do.
It asks us to resist going numb
when the world within us or beyond us
is falling apart.
In the height of despair,
in the deepest darkness,
hope calls us to open our hearts,
our eyes,
our hands,
that we might engage the world
when it breaks our hearts.
Hope goes with us, step by step,
providing the sustenance we most need.
--Jan Richardson from adventdoor.com
Good Samaritan Fund Amazon Smile
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through our Good Samaritan Fund this past year. directly to Cross of Hope. Bookmark the link
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Samaritan Fund to continue to respond with love and support us every time you shop. Log in to
care to our neighbors in times of need. Thank for your smile.amazon.com and use the same login as
thoughtful and faithful giving through Cross of Hope. your Amazon account.
Join us in daily prayer: Download the ELCA Prayer Ventures for daily
guides to prayer for the global, social and outreach ministries of the
8 ELCA, as well as for the needs and circumstances of our neighbors,
communities and world. www.elca.org/Resources/Prayer-VenturesPlease join in getting the latest information from the CDC and the New Mexico Department
of Health on Infection Control and Prevention. Sign up to receive weekly texts with tips,
videos and links to information regarding COVID and how to stay safe. It is simple and
FREE. All you have to do is text “join” to the text number 59309 or scan the QR code
below, or from the poster in the alcove with your camera on your smart phone.
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CROSS OF HOPE SCHOOL MINISTRY
Preschool through 5th Grade
For information on classes, please contact the school office 505-897-1832
or esdirector@crossofhope.org
Website: crossofhope.org
COH School
Cross of Hope School Is in session. The church doors
is a welcoming Christ centered community will be locked during school
providing high quality education hours. Please ring the doorbell by
in a nurturing environment the south doors.
that respects each child’s development.
Engaging Readers
Thank you SO much for supporting
our literacy program at Cross of
Cross of Hope School
Hope School by purchasing books
will be hosting two Open Houses for prospective
for our Engaging Readers
students and their families. Please join us to learn
curriculum. Over the holidays we
more about our school (Preschool through 5th grade)
received 40 new books to share
on Tuesday, January 25th from 3:30-5:30 or
with our students!
Wednesday, February 9th from 4:00-6:00 p.m.
To RSVP or request further information please
contact our School Support Specialist, Erika Miller at
isspecialist@crossofhope.org
Student Scholarship Fund
Please consider donating to our Student Smith's Inspiring Donations®
Scholarship Fund so that more students may Enroll your Smith’s card and earn money
have access to this outstanding Christian for our school. Link your shoppers card:
educational experience! Checks may be Smith's Inspiring Donations
written to Cross of Hope Lutheran Church with Look for Cross of Hope Lutheran School,
“Student Scholarship Fund” in the memo. KN743
Thank you for your continued support and
generosity!
11Relief and recovery are initial goals of fire disaster response How to help
Our hearts are heavy as we begin to walk with those who have We invite you to volunteer your expertise
been impacted by the fire in ways large and small and hear their in these areas by completing the form
stories. 20 ELCA member homes were destroyed in the Marshall link below.
Fire including two clergy families
Insurance expertise
Pastor Stephanie Lord serves Christ the Servant Lutheran People to accompany people in
Church in Louisville, where 15 members homes were impacted insurance processes
including the loss of her own home. Four homes were lost of Contractors and Construction
Trinity Lutheran Church, Boulder, members. And Pastors Todd related folks
and Stacy Payne, both on leave from call, lost their home. Document Replacement
Countless others have been affected by loss of businesses and support (government docs, etc)
employment.
VOLUNTEER EXPERTISE FORM
On Monday, the Boulder-Broomfield Conference gathered by
Zoom to hear from John Pyron, Program Director for ELCA RMS FUND: The Rocky Mountain Synod
Lutheran Disaster Response-US. LDR will partner with Lutheran welcomes contributions to a fund to
Family Services Rocky Mountains and other local organizations assist those affected by the fire. GIVE
to provide ongoing long term recovery. A local steering team is TO RMS FUND
being formed to assist in coordinating relief and recovery efforts. CTS FUND: Christ the Servant Lutheran
Bishop Jim Gonia said, "While the journey ahead will be long, Church welcomes contributions to assist
particularly for those who have lost homes and businesses, we those affected by the fire. GIVE TO CTS
hope those impacted and those who minister to them will take FUND
comfort in the promise that you will not journey alone. As fellow
ELCA DISASTER RELIEF: ELCA
members of the Body of Christ, we trust the Spirit will use us as
Lutheran Disaster Response invites
vessels of God’s healing and hope in this time of need." contributions for those impacted by U.S.
Wildfires. GIVE TO ELCA DISASTER
Message from Lutheran Disaster Response RESPONSE
On Dec. 30, the Marshall Fire ignited in Boulder County, Colo.
Over 6,200 acres burned quickly, forcing the evacuations of 35,000 people. The fire spread throughout
suburban neighborhoods, destroying over 900 homes. While December wildfires are rare, the severe
drought in the western United States created hazardous conditions that allowed the Marshall Fire to
spread rapidly. This unusual fire is one of the impacts of a changing climate and will become increasingly
more common.
Lutheran Disaster Response is engaging with the Rocky Mountain Synod and Lutheran Family Services
Rocky Mountains to respond to the impact of the fires. We anticipate that immediate needs will include
emotional and spiritual care, temporary shelters, food and other necessities. With local partners, Lutheran
Disaster Response will continue to accompany survivors throughout the years of long-term recovery.
Your gifts will support wildfire survivors. Gifts to "U.S. wildfires" will be used in full (100%) to assist those
affected by wildfires, until the response is complete. Or make a gift to "Lutheran Disaster Response" so
12 we can respond to disasters whenever and wherever they strike.Cross of Hope Lutheran Church and School
is a multi-generational Christian community that aspires to follow Jesus.
We Value:
A Warm Welcome
We embrace you wherever you are on your journey of faith.
A Diverse and Inviting Community
We want everyone to feel love and acceptance.
Dynamic Worship
We experience God’s presence in a variety of ways.
Learning about God
We provide opportunities to learn and grow in faith.
Community Outreach
We share God’s love with others.
Advisory: Pursuant to the current Public Health Order, masks are to be worn by
EVERYONE regardless of vaccination status in all public indoor spaces. For information on
receiving your vaccination to save lives and protect the vulnerable, please visit
https://cv.nmhealth.org/covid-vaccine/
Cross of Hope Lutheran Church in Albuquerque, NM has adopted an ongoing strategy of following
the recommendations of the CDC and other health agencies regarding reopening in order to protect
the health of staff and visitors.
We request and expect that the organizer of any meetings or events that take place at Cross of
Hope, will monitor the health status of participants so that staff and other visitors at Cross of Hope,
will not be exposed to the virus. Until further notice, masks are required, unless you are fully
vaccinated.
We will do our part in taking reasonable steps to limit exposure to the virus, but since the
virus has not yet been eliminated, we are making full disclosure to all participants that your
presence at Cross of Hope, may result in inadvertent exposure to COVID 19, especially for at-
risk age groups. Until the all-clear is given by health authorities, your presence at Cross of
Hope, and any gatherings on the premises includes your express understanding and
agreement that you have understood and accepted those known risks and are willing to
assume responsibility for your own health and safety.
13SUNDAY, JANUARY 9, 2022 WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 12
Baptism of Our Lord 6:00 p.m. Confirmation
9:00 a.m. Digital Worship 7:00 p.m. Voices of Hope Rehearsal
9:00 a.m. Worship Gathering in Sanctuary
10:45 a.m. Worship Gathering in Sanctuary SUNDAY, JANUARY 16
Second Sunday after Epiphany
TUESDAY, JANUARY 11 9:00 a.m. Digital Worship
6:30 p.m. Pipes & Drums Rehearsal 9:00 a.m. Worship Gathering in Sanctuary
7:00 p.m. Scout Troop 126 at Mesa View UMC 10:45 a.m. Worship Gathering in Sanctuary
Cross of Hope Lutheran Church and School
6104 Taylor Ranch Rd., Albuquerque NM 87120
Church Office Hours: Mon-Fri 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Phone: 897-0047
E-mail: office@crossofhope.org
Website: www.crossofhope.org
Facebook: Cross of Hope
YouTube: Cross of Hope Church and School
Cross of Hope School: 897-1832
14Prayer Partners Needs For January 9, 2022
Baptism of Our Lord – First Sunday after Epiphany
If you wish to add/remove names, please call or email the church office
Health and Wellness: Eva Hubbard; Griselda; Katie Hallstrom and family; Susan Mann-Biddison; Dee
Gutierrez; Paul and Barb Wagner; Chris Morgan; Violet Adams; Michael & Steve Schroeder; Karen Bash;
Lynn Anselmi; Beverly; Julia Ann Hawkins; Misty; Matt, Becky and family; Linda Molde; Barb Broussard;
Valerie Harvey; Dana Busch; The family and friends of Carlos Sotomiany; Zach Barlow; Marcella Johnson;
Alan; Kim Brooks; Linda Ehlers; Kathy Gorman; Shannon Telles-Reynolds; Karen Wilson; Vicki Bachman;
Sarah Benavidez; Leeon Carrico; Lydia Alba; Tim Fuller; Mimi Anspach; Susan McWilliam; Malaika and
family; Tom Knutila; Diane; Howard Heiss; Dale and Shirley McCan; Linda; Tim Benchik; David Pressel; Paula
Phillips; Frank Knoll; Robert Hauert; Great-grandpa Paul; ER workers in CO: Dr. Breanna, Dr. Sarah; Judy
Mondlack; Bob G; Michael S.; Bill C.; Carroll Werling; Dante Rossetti; Nancy Nelson; Judy Eide; Sharon
Gulbransen; David Dees; Karen Johnson; Jessie; Judy Will; Dolores Hughes; Wendy Harrison; Carmine
Rossetti; Todd McWilliam; John Romisher; John Fries
Prayers of Celebration:
Comfort the Grieving: A
Ongoing Needs: Michael, Lynn, JB, and Kim Bittner; Helen S.; The Graves family; Col. Bert Shrecengost,
his daughter and young grandson; Carol Ray; The O’Roark Family; Tami Ellis; Maxine; Betty; Karen; Nancy;
Jenny; Wes; Michelle; Michael; Scott Sylvester; Meagan Warner and family; Riana Manley and family; Kathy
O’Roark; ; Rick O’Roark; Deanna and Marie; Blayne Murillo; Jennifer and Tony Crumpton; Emma, Kaden and
Riley Spoon; Rick and Teresa Rose; Bill and Paula Phillips; Janet Bigheart and family; Chase, Robin and
Harvey Johnson; Harry Bachman; Mike Snyder; Bill and Gem Harris; Carolyn Bye; Robert Bye; Russ and
Mary Pat Edwards; Tony Rivera; Shirley McCan; Charles and Gini Murphy; Kay Hendrickson; Ruth Franz;
David Pressel; Bobbi Dopslaf; Cap Fritz
Those serving our country in the Armed Forces: Allison Martin; Dreyson Robertson and Nolan Schwab;
Jack Morrison; Tyonna Sanchez; Bryce Mitchell; Bryce Bouloy; Preston Smart; Zach Vaughn; Matt Saiz; Beth
Vaughn; Allen Kelly; Jack Hedenburg; Kandahar Brewer; Aaron Swingle; Ariel Higgins; Jaxon Rose and
squadron; Sam Potter; Shawn Maestas; Matt Zamora; Matthew Coates; Marcos Gonzalez; Erin Gonzalez;
Chris Warner; Mark Webb; Ken Bisconer; Josh Orbinati; Stephanie Hightower; Peter McWilliam; Sam Fischer;
Derek Evers; Tony Savee; Jason Toledo; Christopher Toledo; Brion Stroud; Gabe Martinez
We pray for those families who are a part of Cross of Hope’s “52 Weeks of Prayer Initiative” – Kathy
Gorman; Dee Gutierrez; Gregg and Sharon Halstead
We pray for the work of the whole church and the Rocky Mountain Synod through the ministries of Camino de
Vida, Albuquerque, NM and Centennial Lutheran Church, Englewood, CO
15Order of Worship
Sunday, January 9, 2022 – Baptism of Our Lord
9:00 a.m. 10:45 a.m.
Preservice My Beloved
Welcome and Thanksgiving for Baptism
Opening The First Noel – ELW 300 Mighty to Save
Hymn of Praise Glory to God -ELW p. 148 Child of Love
Prayer of the Day
Readings Isaiah 43:1-7, Acts 8:14-17
Gospel Acclamation Alleluia – ELW p. 151
Gospel Luke 3:15-17, 21-22
Sermon Face to Face: Revealing God’s Love in Baptism
Hymn of the Day Christ, When for Us You Were Baptized –ELW 304 Holy Water
Apostles’ Creed
Prayers of Intercession
Offering The Baptism of Jesus by John (see pg 4, of Hope Filled Happenings)
Words of Institution and The Lord’s Prayer
Communion Song Lamb of God -ELW p. 154 (1045) Isaiah 43
This Is the Spirit’s Entry Now-ELW 448; Spirit of Gentleness-ELW 396
Blessing, Peace and Dismissal
Postlude
Leading Worship Today:
Baptism of Our Lord: Today’s festival rejoices in
Presider Adam Berndt, Pastor God’s blessings. We recall and celebrate our adoption
Assisting as God’s children, the gift of the Holy Spirit, and the
9:00 am Sheri Phillips promised company of almighty God when we “pass
through the waters . . . the rivers. . . fire.” On this day
10:45 am Kim O’Roark
the heavens open again for this assembly and we
Director of Music Ministry – Thomas Ropp receive the gift of God’s Beloved, Jesus, in bread and
Music Leaders Voices of Hope wine.
Praise+Team
Accompanist Amy Ellis
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