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Bethlehem, the House of Bread

Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: FTLS2017 #1 (2017) Meter: 7.9.7.8.7 Lyrics: 1 Bethlehem, the House of Bread, there upon a hillside, just ahead, who comes now to be enrolled? Joseph and Mary, tired and cold. Bethlehem, the House of Bread. 2 Bethlehem, the House of Bread, “Pity my poor Mary,” Joseph said. “See her weary, so forlorn. Her time will come before the morn.” Bethlehem, the House of Bread. 3 Bethlehem, the House of Bread, who has room for her to lay her head? Soon, she’ll bear her little son. He is the Christ, God’s Promised One. Bethlehem, the House of Bread. 4 Bethlehem, the House of Bread, Finding no room there, they go instead to a cave so warm and dry, with all the creatures standing by. Bethlehem, the House of Bread. 5 Bethlehem, the House of Bread, Come and greet the child in manger bed. Know that in this holy birth, the Bread of Life has come to earth! Bethlehem, the House of Bread. Topics: Christmas Birth of Jesus Scripture: Luke 2:4-7 Languages: English Tune Title: THE HOUSE OF BREAD

A Blessing for Christmas Eve

Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: FTLS2017 #2 (2017) Meter: 8.7.8.7 D First Line: May you hear the angels sings Lyrics: 1 May you hear the angels singing once again this holy night, May you hurry with the shepherds to behold the wondrous sight of the Christ who lies, a baby, in a manger filled with straw. May you kneel down with the shepherds, know their wonder and their awe. 2 May you go and tell your neighbors that the Promised One has come for the poor, the sick, and homeless, for the stranger, everyone! As you celebrate together this amazing gift of grace, may you follow Christ’s example and the way of love embrace. Topics: Christmas Blessing Scripture: Luke 2:13-16 Languages: English Tune Title: CHRIST'S EXAMPLE

A Fox Has a Den

Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: FTLS2017 #4 (2017) Meter: 5.5.5.5 D Lyrics: 1 A fox has a den, a bird has a nest, yet Jesus the Christ had no place to rest, save for a manger in dim, dusty room, an old, rugged cross, a newly-made tomb. 2 Now risen, Christ walks the streets of our town, befriending the poor wherever they’re found, sharing the trials of those without homes, and bearing their pain in feeling alone. 3 How can we leave you, Christ, there with the poor, to share in the life that they must endure? Here in our hearts there is room! Be our guest! Christ said, “I can’t come without all the rest. 4 “When I was hungry, you saw I was fed; with no place to sleep, you gave me a bed. You were good neighbors when I had no home, now welcome the least, my loved ones, my own.” 5 Compassionate Christ, forgive us, we pray, that we have ignored the poor in this way. Give us your vision to see in each face a neighbor in need of our love and grace. Scripture: Matthew 8:20 Languages: English Tune Title: CARTER'S TUNE

A vacant place at the table

Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: FTLS2017 #6 (2017) Lyrics: 1 A vacant place at the table a missing face at the door, a voice now forever silent, an absence none can ignore. Why were you brutally taken, unjustly sentenced to die? Why did we turn from you, fearful, our friend and teacher deny? 2 A borrowed tomb in the garden, a doorway closed with a stone; We weep for your broken body, now hidden, lifeless, alone. Who will there be now to love us, when you lie cold in the grave? How can we still face the future without the hope that you gave? 3 An empty tomb in the morning, a jubilant angel voice: “The one whom you seek is risen! Let earth and heaven rejoice!” Who now can question your promise? Who now can doubt what you said? You are alive, alleluia, The Christ, risen from the dead! Topics: Eastertide Scripture: Mark 14:43-65 Languages: English Tune Title: HOLY QUESTIONS

A Woman Was Sick

Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: FTLS2017 #8 (2017) Meter: 5.5.5.5 D Lyrics: 1 A woman was sick and took to her bed. She had a fever, an ache in her head. Her daughter cried out, “Oh, Simon, my dear, my mother’s so ill! She’s dying, I fear!” 2 Her husband replied, “Now don’t be afraid! I will ask Jesus to come to her aid. He’s just up the street, not that far away. I know that he plans to come here today.” 3 When Jesus arrived he stood at her bed, touched her hand gently, and raised up her head. The woman was healed, her fever was gone! She rose to serve him as she’d always done. 4 The news quickly spread throughout the whole land: Jesus had saved her with his healing hand! The sick came in droves, the blind, and the lame, to be healed as well in Love’s holy name. 5 Find hope in these signs God's reign has begun, hope in believing what Jesus has done. Take heart in the one, made well by his care, who rose up to serve and gratefully share. Topics: Healing Languages: English Tune Title: HEALING TOUCH

A Woman Was Sick

Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: FTLS2017 #10 (2017) Meter: 5.5.5.5 D Lyrics: 1 A woman was sick and took to her bed. She had a fever, an ache in her head. Her daughter cried out, “Oh, Simon, my dear, my mother’s so ill! She’s dying, I fear!” 2 Her husband replied, “Now don’t be afraid! I will ask Jesus to come to her aid. He’s just up the street, not that far away. I know that he plans to come here today.” 3 When Jesus arrived he stood at her bed, touched her hand gently, and raised up her head. The woman was healed, her fever was gone! She rose to serve him as she’d always done. 4 The news quickly spread throughout the whole land: Jesus had saved her with his healing hand! The sick came in droves, the blind, and the lame, to be healed as well in Love’s holy name. 5 Find hope in these signs God's reign has begun, hope in believing what Jesus has done. Take heart in the one, made well by his care, who rose up to serve and gratefully share. Topics: Healing Languages: English Tune Title: HEALING TOUCH

Angel Voices Still Are Singing

Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: FTLS2017 #12 (2017) Refrain First Line: Gloria in excelsis Lyrics: Gloria in excelsis, Gloria in excelsis, Gloria in excelsis deo! 1 Angel voices still are singing far away and yet so near. Hear the message they are bringing: “God is with us! Never fear!” God is with us when we worry over things we can’t control, when we rush around and hurry after one more worthy goal. 2 God is with us when we falter and succumb to human greed, when we kneel before the altar, and confess each selfish deed. God is with us here, forgiving us our weakness, doubt, and fears, in the stress of daily living, drying disappointed tears. Refrain: Celebrate this love amazing, That takes all our cares away. Join with angels now in praising “God with us” this joyful day. Gloria in excelsis, Gloria in excelsis, Gloria in excelsis deo! " Topics: Christmas God is with us Scripture: Luke 2:10-16 Languages: English Tune Title: ECHO OF ANGELS

Benediction: God of Hope

Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: FTLS2017 #15 (2017) Meter: 7.7.9.7.7.9 First Line: God of hope, we leave this place, Lyrics: God of hope, we leave this place, filled with joy, peace, and grace, knowing Jesus Christ is by our side. As we live each day to come, may we walk in hope as one, with the Holy Spirit as our guide. Topics: Prayer Benediction Scripture: Romans 15:13 Languages: English Tune Title: BLITCHINGTON

As Abraham and Sarah

Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: FTLS2017 #18 (2017) Meter: 7.6.7.6 D Lyrics: 1 As Abraham and Sarah once heeded your command, and left their home to journey into a strange, new land, God, may we too be ready to listen when you call, and find the faith to answer that we may give our all. 2 As Moses led the Hebrews across the desert sand, through wilderness and danger to reach the Promised Land, God, may we bravely follow wherever you may lead, and find hope in your promise to care for every need. 3 As Jesus welcomed children, restored sight to the blind, forgave the sins of strangers, and healed a troubled mind, God, may we show your mercy, compassion, kindness too, and find Christ’s love embodied in all we say and do. 4 For faith to make life’s journey, for hope that leads us on, for love that yields compassion and seeks to right each wrong, God, for these gifts we thank you, and offer you our praise. With thankful hearts we promise to serve you all our days. Topics: Ansering God's Call Scripture: 1 Corinthians 13:13 Languages: English Tune Title: CUMMING ROAD

As We Gather in the Kitchen

Author: Mary Nelson Keithahn Hymnal: FTLS2017 #20 (2017) Meter: 8.7.8.7 Lyrics: 1 As we gather in the kitchen to prepare, with loving csre, this hot meal for hungry neighbors, God we offer you this prayer. 2 We give thanks that you have blessed us with enough and more to spare. Like the boy with loaves and fishes, we are glad that we can share. Topics: Ministry Scripture: John 6:1-14 Languages: English Tune Title: KITCHEN TUNE