Gospel Reading  ~ Matthew 2:1-12

In the time of King Herod, after Jesus was born in Bethlehem of Judea, wise men from the East came to Jerusalem, asking, “Where is the child who has been born king of the Jews? For we observed his star at its rising, and have come to pay him homage.” 

When King Herod heard this, he was frightened, and all Jerusalem with him; 

and calling together all the chief priests and scribes of the people, he inquired of them where the Messiah was to be born. 

They told him, “In Bethlehem of Judea; for so it has been written by the prophet: 

‘And you, Bethlehem, in the land of Judah, are by no means least among the rulers of Judah; for from you shall come a ruler who is to shepherd my people Israel.’” 

Then Herod secretly called for the wise men and learned from them the exact time when the star had appeared. 

Then he sent them to Bethlehem, saying, “Go and search diligently for the child; and when you have found him, bring me word so that I may also go and pay him homage.”

When they had heard the king, they set out; and there, ahead of them, went the star that they had seen at its rising, until it stopped over the place where the child was. 

When they saw that the star had stopped, they were overwhelmed with joy. 

On entering the house, they saw the child with Mary his mother; and they knelt down and paid him homage. 

Then, opening their treasure chests, they offered him gifts of gold, frankincense, and myrrh. 

And having been warned in a dream not to return to Herod, they left for their own country by another road.

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THON Donation Box Request:  THON is Penn State’s student-run philanthropy that raises money to support children and families impacted by childhood cancer. Donations help cover treatment costs not covered by insurance, fund groundbreaking research for new and better therapies, and provide programs to improve the lives of children undergoing treatment. A small donation box has been placed in the back of the church and will be available until the first week of February. Every contribution helps make a real and lasting difference and is greatly appreciated!  Thanks so much ~ Madison Rios.

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We have SO many amazing things planned to continue in our 160th Anniversary celebration.  

UP NEXT!  On Sunday, January 18th:  We are excited to have back Rev. Larry Marks.  We love to tell the story - Rev. Larry Mark shares reflections on guiding Cherry Lane through the challenges of COVID and the joy of welcoming our new Allen Organ.  A story of reliance, faith and music that carried us through.   

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Ride Share – Our Men’s Group has set up a ride share service for those in need of rides for appointments. Please see Philip George or email clumcmensgroup@gmail.com for more details!