MARBLE COLLEGIATE CHURCH

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1 MARBLE COLLEGIATE CHURCH Dr. Michael B. Brown, Senior Minister Sunday, November 15, 2015 Fifth Avenue at West 29th Street, New York City

2 Order of Service Volunteer Appreciation Sunday November 15, 2015 PLEASE SILENCE ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES. PRELUDE Please listen quietly in preparation for worship. Menuetto from Brandenburg Concerto no. 1 in F Major J.S. Bach WELCOME AND MINISTRY SHARING CALL TO WORSHIP INTROIT HYMN Jubilate Deo Benjamin Britten O be joyful in the Lord, all ye lands: serve the Lord with gladness, and come before His presence with a song. Be ye sure that the Lord He is God: it is He that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are His children and the sheep of His pasture. O go your way into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise; be thankful unto Him and speak good of His Name. For the Lord is gracious, His mercy is everlasting, and His truth endureth from generation to generation. Glory be to the Father and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost; as it was and ever shall be: world without end. Amen. Psalm 100 Great Is Thy Faithfulness...Please refer to insert. INVOCATION AND THE LORD S PRAYER (use debts ) ANTHEM My God Is a Rock...African-American Spiritual, arr. Alice Parker/Robert Shaw Darryl Thomas, baritone PASTORAL PRAYER AND BLESSING OF THE VOLUNTEERS CHORAL RESPONSE HYMN Thy Word...Please refer to insert. READING OF THE SCRIPTURE Hebrews 10:19-25 (Pew Bible, page 976) Following the reading, Leader: The Word of God for the people of God. All: Thanks be to God. SERMON HYMN 475 HE WHO HAS PROMISED IS FAITHFUL... Dr. Michael B. Brown Today s sermon available on CD; visit MarbleVision Table at Coffee Hour. Take My Life, and Let It Be...Hollingside A LAYPERSON SPEAKS Ms. Tebbie Clift CALL FOR OFFERING AND PRAYER ANTHEM The Lord Is My Shepherd Thomas Matthews Emily Werne, soprano DOXOLOGY...Lasst uns erfreuen (The tune is that of Hymn 4.) Praise God from whom all blessings flow, Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God with saints in heav n above, praise Jesus Christ who shows God s love, Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! BENEDICTION AND CHORAL RESPONSE POSTLUDE Moto Ostinato from Sunday Music Petr Eben PARTICIPATING IN THE SERVICE Dr. R. Mark King, Chad Tanaka Pack Marble Festival of Voices; Colin Fowler, assisting organist Live stream Sunday and Wednesday Worship at MarbleChurch.org. Use of photographic and tape recording equipment is not permitted during the service. Assistive Listening System (infrared) available for use off center aisle ask an usher. Christ the King/Stewardship Sunday November 22 11:00am Worship, Giving Back Dr. Michael B. Brown 2

3 Today CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES MINISTRY Sunday School Toddlers - 3rd Grade, 276 5th Ave, Room 303, 10:00am-12:00pm; 4th - 12th Grade, 276 5th Ave, Room 300, 10:00am-12:00pm. (See page 5 for Nursery information.) BEFORE WORSHIP Prayer Circle 10:00am, New Chapel. A time of prayer, Scripture reading and hymn singing. Led by Rev. Gregory Johnson. Every Sunday; Holy Communion (unless scheduled for 11:00am Worship). Bible Study with Sister Carol Perry: How Are We Community? 10:00am, Labyrinth Room. Both the gospel of Matthew and Book of Acts trace the evolution of community in ways we must take into our living of church. No session next Sunday, join us for The Colloquium. Sr. Carol s Advent Series begins November 29. CYF Adult Sunday School: A Word For the Journey 10:00am, Loft Conference Room. Led by Dr. Mark King, Rev. Kirsty DePree and other staff. Meets most Sundays, come when you can. Inquiries to Brian Hampton. No session next Sunday, join us for The Colloquium. AFTER WORSHIP Live Sermon Talk Back with Dr. Brown Immediately after Worship, Sanctuary. Join Dr. Brown and Marble s online community for a conversation about today s sermon. To submit questions, use Talk Back card in pews or Connect@MarbleChurch.org. Festive Coffee Hour 12:15pm, Marble Loft (274 5th Ave). All invited. Make new friends, greet old ones. Visit Welcome and Action Tables, learn about ministries and outreach. As part of Volunteer Appreciation Day, please visit Coffee Hour to find out how YOU can get involved. Prayer Room Open 12:15pm, next to Reception/29th St Lobby. Pray with member of Marble Prayer Team or speak to a Stephen Minister. JAZZ REVELATION Sundays, 5:00pm, in the Marble Loft Tonight Chad Tanaka Pack preaching with special guest band Search Party premiering their jazz suite, Light in the Darkness Each service is unique with lively music led by Chris Whittaker, talented guest artists, and preaching shared by Dr. Mark King and Chad Tanaka Pack. Invite your friends! OPPORTUNITIES FOR HELPING OTHERS Please visit Action Volunteer Table after Worship during Coffee Hour, check Marble- Church.org, or contact Tom Schneider, TSchneider@MarbleChurch.org. Housing+Solutions Thanksgiving and Christmas Food Baskets Please make a monetary donation to help provide baskets for 45 homeless veterans and other families. Visit Action Volunteer Table today to pay by credit card, check or cash, or leave check at Reception (made out to Marble Church, with Housing+Solutions Baskets in memo). Project FIND Thanksgiving Day Drivers, escorts, sandwich makers and inspectors needed to deliver meals to homebound clients. Popular event, please sign up soon. Congregational Care Prayer Shawl Ministry / 1st and 3rd Mondays, 4:00-5:00pm Knit/crochet prayer shawls for ill/homebound. All levels welcome! Materials provided. Contact Judy Tulin, JTulin@ MarbleChurch.org or ext Marble Water Bottles Support P.S. 30 Purchase blue Marble water bottle at Coffee Hour, $6. Marble Fights Hunger Bring canned/non-perishable food every Sunday. Drop off bins in 29th St lobby and Marble Loft. Donations distributed to Icahn House shelter program. Donate Metrocards for LGBTQ Youth in Crisis served by The Church at St. Luke in the Fields, a partner in mission with our GIFTS Fellowship. Metrocards should contain at least one full fare. Donate used glasses and sunglasses which are given to The Lion s Club who recycles and distributes them in developing countries. By entering the Sanctuary, you grant to Marble Collegiate Church unrestricted right to use and publish, transmit or telecast photographs or likenesses that might be taken of you this day for use in communications related to the church. If you are uncomfortable in the Sanctuary you are welcome to worship downstairs in the New Chapel. 3

4 Upcoming WEWO: WEDNESDAY WORSHIP Every Week, 6:15pm, in the Marble Loft November 18 Susanah Wade preaching A blend of traditional and contemporary worship styles, creating an informal and Spirit-filled mix. Music by praise ensemble. This fall we explore extending/receiving love. Live streamed. Childcare available, 276 5th Ave, Room 303. Please note, no WeWo November 25. MONDAY, NOVEMBER 16, 7:00pm Women s Online Course in Gratitude Marble Women s Ministry Leadership team hosts this online seminar Gratitude, the Stepping Stones to Finding Grace. All women invited to participate. TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17 and THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19 Sr. Carol Perry s Weekday Bible Studies Spirituality in the Workplace at Marble, Noon, alternate Tuesdays. Clearing Up a Mystery at Marble, 6:30pm, meets most Tuesdays. Spirituality in the Workplace at St. Bartholomew s Vestry Room, 325 Park Ave (at 51st St), Noon, alternate Thursdays. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 12:00pm 60+ Fellowship Catered Thanksgiving lunch ($12 Fellowship members; $15 guests), followed by Worship in Sanctuary at 1:00pm. Please note, no 60+ Fellowship November 25. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 7:30-8:45pm Career Transition Small Group Meets weekly. Register at Coffee Hour or contact Baleta McKenzie. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 10:00am Bible Study with Sister Carol Perry: And the Word Became Flesh Each year Advent reminds us of the daring action of God on our behalf as we are invited to come closer. It is an age-old journey that is never finished. Through December 20. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29, 10:00am Family Worship All welcome to join CYF for this uplifting service. Message by Rev. Kirsty DePree. Marble Loft. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29 Advent Small Groups Begin Christmas or Confusion, Bethlehem or Bedlam? Join a Small Group to expand your Advent journey. Groups meet five weeks beginning November 29. Many groups and meeting times available. Inquiries to Baleta McKenzie or Rev. Kirsty DePree. Sign up during Coffee Hour or online. For more details, to register, or for full listing of all our programming, please visit MarbleChurch.org or stop by Welcome Center after Worship. Information ALTAR OF REMEMBRANCE PHOTOS Photos left on altar for All Saints available for pickup at Reception. Thank you to all who participated in this wonderful act of remembrance. PRAYERS FOR PEACE RIBBONS New orange ribbons on the fence represent our prayers for victims of mass shootings. Please join us as we continue to pray for an end to all conflict and violence. We are preparing an indoor installment in honor of our Iraq and Afghanistan service personnel. We have not forgotten those men and women and the sacrifices they have made. DR. BROWN S ONLINE SERIES brings you to a deeper and more personal understanding of doctrine, and why that matters in our lives of faith and daily living. It s practical faith for everyday. A new short video posted at MarbleChurch.org every Thursday. Access any time, wherever you are. WHEN YOU NEED HELP To ask for prayer, or share feedback, use Prayer Request card in pews or visit Prayer Room after Worship (off 29th St lobby). Members of the Marble Prayer Ministry Team spend at least two weeks in prayer over each request. Marble s Stephen Ministers may be able to help you with spiritual/emotional support in difficult times. Visit Prayer Room after Worship or StephenMinistry@MarbleChurch.org. Pastoral Counseling with Dr. Bill Lutz Please call Judy Tulin to schedule. Blanton-Peale Counseling Ctr Individual, group, family , blantonpeale.org. MARBLE S MEDIA MINISTRY Visit website or MarbleVision Table at Coffee Hour. CDs, DVDs, books, featuring Dr. Brown, Dr. Caliandro, Dr. Peale, and others. Sr. Carol s book Waiting for Our Souls to Catch Up available, as well as CDs ($8) of her Sunday Bible Studies. Watch episodes of Simple Faith with Dr. Michael Brown Fridays at 4:30pm on MNN (Manhattan), Time Warner Ch You may also subscribe to our sermon Podcasts. PARKING DISCOUNT 7 11 W. 28 St, $20, Sundays (7 hours) Marble Receptionist validates. 4

5 Welcome! THANK YOU FOR WORSHIPING WITH US TODAY! Please stop by Welcome Center in Marble Loft (274 5th Ave) during Coffee Hour to learn more about our faith community. New to Marble? Pick up a welcome bag before Worship at Newcomers Table in Fifth Ave Narthex, or after Worship at Welcome Center. Children s activity bags available in Fifth Ave Narthex or from an usher. Nursery available (infant-2yrs old), 2nd flr, 1 W 29th St, 9:30am-1:00pm. BECOME A MEMBER. Faith is a journey and we warmly invite you to join with us as you travel along. For more information about upcoming New Member Orientations come to Deacons Pew (right of Chancel) after Worship and talk with one of our Membership team (wearing red carnations). Or call Kim Sebastian-Ryan, ext 221. We d love to have you join us! Spotlight VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION SUNDAY TODAY! Today we honor those special people with an altruistic calling who give of themselves to the service of Marble and others whether as coffee pourers, planning committee members, ushers, or anyone who participates in volunteer activities within or outside of Marble. During Worship we thank them for their service and Dr. Brown offers a special blessing. Please join us after Worship for a Festive Coffee Hour to celebrate all those who volunteer and to find out how you can get involved. Today s insert includes a list of many ways you may volunteer at Marble. MARBLE LUNCHTIME ORGAN CONCERT SERIES Thursday, November 19, 12:30pm Claudia Dumschat Organist/Choirmaster, Church of the Transfiguration ( The Little Church Around the Corner ) Take a 30-minute break for your soul. Free admission. The series continues Thursday, January 28, Please see today s insert for details on our Special Events on Sundays, November 22 and December 6. 5

6 GIVING BACK This year s theme is Giving Back, one of our Marble Values. Giving Back is not about receiving, it s about our need to respond to God in thanksgiving for all that we ve received. In Worship on November 8, I asked you to fill out a Blessing Card detailing many of the blessings in your lives. The Love is Wall in the Marble Loft is now overflowing with those blessings. Every time you look at that wall, remember that these are God s pledge cards to you a pledge God makes to us and fulfills in our everyday lives. On November 22, we have a host of events to celebrate, one of which is Stewardship Sunday. I ask that in advance of that day, you begin to prayerfully consider what you want to Give Back to God. My hope for all of us is that we experience Stewardship Sunday as did the people of Botshabelo, South Africa happily dancing towards the altar of God with our offerings. No matter what you have in your wallet, no matter what you do with it or why your gifts will assist somebody with very real and often very urgent needs. It will heal them. It will help make them whole. I pray that when we learn in God s name how to give something back to this world, it makes us all want to dance! Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ s) about Giving When will we make our giving commitments for 2016? We will dedicate our pledges for 2016 in Worship on Sunday, November 22. The first Sunday in the new pledging year falls on January 3. What is a pledge? A pledge is a promise to give back financially to God through Marble throughout the year. It is not binding, but rather a conversation with God about what you can Give Back. As a way of saying this to God and to each other, we dedicate our promises on the cards in Worship. How do I make a pledge? Pledge cards arrive at your home via mail this week, however, cards also available in pew racks, at Marble Reception and at Welcome Table in the Marble Loft. You may also visit MarbleChurch.org (click on Give then Make Your Pledge ) or call Shana Wolfe in Business Office, , ext You can give as you go via offering envelopes or even set up a weekly recurring credit card or bank transfer gift. I ve pledged in the past. Do I need to do it again? If you pledged in the past, you will receive offering envelopes in the mail in early December. Even so, we hope you will also fill out a new pledge card so we know your intentions for this year, prayerfully considering if you might increase your gift of gratitude. What is our giving goal for 2016? Our goal for gifts this year from the Marble Community is $1.55 million. If everyone participates, we will have more than enough for the ministry that has been entrusted to Marble Church. Thank you for Giving Back. May you always continue dancing towards the altar of God with thanksgiving! Dr. Michael B. Brown, Senior Minister 1 West 29th Street, New York, NY MarbleChurch.org

7 Thank You, Marble Volunteers! A Celebration of Service and Ministry Today we honor all those who serve others! All who serve through the ministries here at Marble Church and who have filled the hundreds of volunteer roles performed through the Action Table s projects, as well as those who have a personal ministry of caring, whether or not affiliated with an organization. Are you looking for ways to serve? Here are volunteer opportunities within the Marble community: All Church Events Hospitality and Box Office Benevolence Easter Offering Book and CD Salesperson Brunch Servers and Coffee Hour Coffee Pourers Festival of Voices (FOV) Choir Marble Community Gospel Choir MarbleVision Camera Volunteers Ministries Council Office Volunteers Prayer Circle Pianists Prayer Ministry Team Small Group Leaders *Stephen Ministry Steps Ministry (welcoming people on steps of the church) Sunday Hospitality and Welcome Team Sunday School Teachers Ushers and Greeters Sunday Worship, WeWo, Jazz Volunteer Summer Choir Wednesday Worship (WeWo) Visuals Leadership Teams and Planning Committees: *60+ Fellowship *Action Volunteers *Adult Ministry *Entrepreneurs *GIFTS: LGBTQ Fellowship *Marble Connection (20s&30s) *Marble Women s Ministry *Membership Involvement *Men s Ministry *Stewardship Committee (* for these, you must be a Marble member.) You may also visit the Action Table in the Marble Loft today, or any Sunday, to explore other ways to serve in the greater NYC community, including: Feeding the Hungry through Marble Fights Hunger Ecclesia Habitat for Humanity Housing+Solutions Project FIND Thanksgiving Neighborhood Coalition for Shelter Thanksgiving Santa Letters for SCAN and Icahn House And so much more! Any questions? Contact Tom Schneider, TSchneider@MarbleChurch.org or ext. 258.

8 Special Events SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 22 A Special Day of Celebration, Fun and Fellowship at Marble! 10:00am The Marble Colloquium: Peace Is Possible We welcome Dr. Hyun Kyun Chung as we continue our special series. Outstanding scholars from the spectrum of theological and ecclesiastical academia offer presentations on current and yet provocative topics of relevance to the modern church in Marble s unique urban setting. Bring your curiosity and your questions. Labyrinth Room. Earlier this year Professor Chung helped organize a group of 30 international women peacemakers, including Gloria Steinem and two Nobel Peace Prize recipients, to Pyongyang, North Korea where they called for an end to the 62-year-old unfinished Korean War. They crossed the DMZ between North and South Korea as they walked for peace it was a Her-Story making event. Professor Chung shares stories and pictures with us of this incredible occasion and speaks on the anatomy of terrorism and the alchemy of peacemaking in a broad sense. She also reflects on the theological and spiritual meaning of enemy love and ways to create peace. Dr. Chung is professor of Inter-faith Engagement at Union Theological Seminary. She is a Christian scholar-activist, writer, international lecturer and she defines herself as a salimist (Korean Eco-feminist) from the Korean word salim, which means making things alive. 10:00am Prayer Circle led by Rev. Gregory Johnson A time of prayer and singing. Holy Communion. New Chapel. Every Sunday. 11:00am Worship Giving Back, Dr. Michael B. Brown, preaching. This is Stewardship Sunday when we dedicate our pledges during Worship. 12:15pm Coffee Hour Visit Welcome and Action Volunteer Tables, learn about ministries and outreach. Labyrinth Room. 12:15pm Thanksgiving Brunch Join us as we give thanks for our unique and diverse faith community with a bountiful feast. $20, adults; $10, children. No reservation needed; seating limited. Marble Loft. 1:30pm Homecoming Show Join us for this celebration in music and laughter featuring the Ministers and Members of the Staff and Board. No charge. Sanctuary. Homecoming 2014 v v v LOVE DIVINE Sunday, December 6 2:30pm, Sanctuary Encounter the mystery of this sacred season with The Marble Choir, Festival of Voices and Chamber Orchestra directed by Kenneth Dake. Inspirational readings and dance add to this journey toward the true meaning of Advent and Christmas. Invite friends to share in this special tradition. Admission: $60, reserved seating, advance purchase; $35, general admission at door (pending availability), or $30 in advance. $25, students/seniors, at door, or $20 in advance. Purchase tickets at Coffee Hour today, MarbleChurch.org, or contact Anna Nugent, ANugent@MarbleChurch.org. Please note: advance pricing ends 3:00pm, Thursday, December 3.

9 Hymns GREAT IS THY FAITHFULNESS THY WORD Text: Amy Grant; Music: Michael W. Smith Thy Word is a lamp un-to my feet and a light un-to my path. (2x) 1. When I feel 2. I will not - side me. wan - der- ing. Please I be will a- fraid, for-get near love and think I ve lost your love for me, Noth-ing will Je- sus, be me you to to I my the the my and fear guide, end. end. way, yet my as and still, heart you re there for - ev - long as you hold me to are your right er near; side, be- is 1984 Meadowgreen Music Company / Word Music Inc. CCLI Song # Used by permission. CCLI License #

10 Vision: We envision a world where we all become the individuals God created us to be. Mission: Marble Collegiate Church is a diverse, inclusive community of God s people led by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. We inspire everyone to become positive thinkers who make a difference in the world. 1 West 29th Street, at Fifth Avenue, New York, NY MarbleChurch.org MARBLE STAFF To staff directly, use First initiallast name@marblechurch.org. Ministerial Staff Dr. Michael B. Brown, Senior Minister Dr. R. Mark King, Executive Minister Rev. Kirsty DePree, Minister of Congregational Care Chad Tanaka Pack, Associate in Ministry Sister Carol Perry, S.U., Bible Scholar Rev. Travis B. Winckler, Minister, Blawenburg Reformed Partnership Lead Program Directors Kenneth V. Dake, Director of Music Christina Morano Keiser, Director of Media Catherine Ortiz, Director of Marketing & Communications Gayle F. Robinson, Chief Operating Officer Kim Sebastian-Ryan, Director of Church Growth & Connecting Ministries Susanah Wade, Director of Missions & Outreach Elders: Stephanie M. Bailey, Dorothy Booker, Marcelle E. Doll, Wingate Jackson, Jr. Sheila B. Moses, Eileen A. O Connell, John E. Rorer, II, Gregory W. Walker Clair J. Zak, Elder Emerita Deacons: Peter Barnett, Trenesa Danuser, T. Hunter Dare, Sandra Diaz Ted Gregory, Richard Harper, G. Gregory Lozier, Robert L. Williams Serving as Deacons to Intersections International: Barbara Costigan and Marcia Fingal DIRECTORY Address Changes/Membership Records... Shana Wolfe All Church Events/Concert Tickets... Anna Nugent Archives/Sanctuary Tours... Kim Sebastian-Ryan Baptism... Kate Troy, Kirsty DePree Children, Youth & Families Ministry (CYF)... Brian Hampton, Jessica Scovel Contributions (Offerings and Pledges)... Shana Wolfe, T.J. Houlihan Facilities/Events... Stuart Cole Festival of Voices/Gospel Choir... Korland Simmons Funerals/Memorial Services/Columbarium... Any Minister, Judy Tulin Missions/Outreach... Susanah Wade New Members... Kim Sebastian-Ryan, Anna Nugent Outreach Volunteering... Tom Schneider Pastoral Care... Kirsty DePree, Judy Tulin Prayer Circle... Rev. Gregory Johnson Prayer Requests... Judy Tulin Small Groups... Kirsty DePree, Baleta McKenzie, Anna Nugent Social Worker... Janet Smith Stephen Ministry... Kirsty DePree, Judy Tulin Stewardship and Planned Giving... Mark King, Chad Tanaka Pack, T.J. Houlihan Virtual Ministries... Siobhan Tull Weddings... Gary Thompson Welcome and Hospitality... Colleen Cosgrove, Siobhan Tull Fellowship Groups Adult Ministry (All Ages)... Colleen Cosgrove Entrepreneurs... Gayle Robinson Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender (GIFTS)... Chad Tanaka Pack Men s Ministry... Mark King, Tom Schneider 60+ Fellowship... Colleen Cosgrove 20s&30s (Marble Connection)... Chad Tanaka Pack Women s Ministry (MWM)... Kirsty DePree, Anna Nugent For a full staff listing, please visit MarbleChurch.org.