MARBLE COLLEGIATE CHURCH

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1 MARBLE COLLEGIATE CHURCH Dr. Michael B. Brown, Senior Minister Sunday, October 26, 2014 Fifth Avenue at West 29th Street, New York City

2 Order of Service Sunday October 26, 2014 PLEASE SILENCE ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES. PRELUDE Please listen quietly in preparation for Worship, and refrain from applause. Processional William Mathias WELCOME AND MINISTRY SHARING CALL TO WORSHIP INTROIT HYMN 172 Sing Aloud to God Our Strength K. Lee Scott Sing aloud to God our strength; Shout for joy to the God of Jacob! Sing aloud, Alleluia! How Firm a Foundation... Foundation INVOCATION AND THE LORD S PRAYER (use debts ) ANTHEM All Who Dwell in the House of the Lord Z. Randall Stroope At the first light of day, when the sun reaches noon, and then at sunset, or at the midnight, Lauda, laude! All who dwell in the shadow of the Lord, they find a refuge and fortress; nation, village or faith of a small child, home they find in God. May we sing for joy, may our days all be glad, may we have wisdom, may we have truth, Lauda, laude! Plagues and serpents of the dark, pestilence that stalks the night, they who harm, who destroy, those who spread fear and terror, but those who make the Lord most high their refuge and their dwelling, no fear, no harm, no foe will come near your land. No shame, no death, no evil consume or destroy. PASTORAL PRAYER AND CHORAL RESPONSE HYMN God Leadeth Me... Please refer to insert. READING OF THE SCRIPTURE Deuteronomy 32:1012a; Philippians 4:48 (Pew Bible, pages 165 and 955) Following the reading, Leader: The Word of God for the people of God. All: Thanks be to God. SERMON HYMN 440 DEALING WITH DEPRESSION.... Dr. Michael B. Brown Part III of Sermon Series Hope for the Hurting Today s sermon is available on CD; visit MarbleVision Table at Coffee Hour. Abide with Me (Verses 1, 3 and 4) Eventide CALL FOR OFFERING AND PRAYER ANTHEM Come unto Me Bob Chilcott Come unto me, all ye that labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls. 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 Toccata giocosa...william Mathias PARTICIPATING IN THE SERVICE Rev. Shari K. Brink, Rev. Kirsty DePree Festival of Voices; Brian Hurst, conductor; Paul Vasile, guest organist Live stream Sunday and Wednesday Worship at 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. All Saints Sunday November 2 11:00am Worship, The Stages of Grief a Faith Perspective Dr. Michael B. Brown Part IV of Sermon Series Hope for the Hurting DAYLIGHT SAVING TIME ENDS NEXT SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, AT 2:00A.M. PLEASE REMEMBER TO SET CLOCKS BACK ONE HOUR ON SATURDAY NIGHT. 2

3 Today CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES MINISTRY Nursery, 2nd flr of 1 W 29th St, 9:30am1:00pm; Toddlers 3rd Grade, 276 5th Ave, Room 303, 10:00am12:00pm; 4th 12th Grade, 276 5th Ave, Room 300, 10:00am12:00pm. BEFORE WORSHIP Prayer Circle 10:00am, New Chapel. A time of prayer, Scripture reading and hymn singing. This year s focus: From the Beatitudes to the BeAttitudes, the Prayer Circle in Action. Led by Rev. Gregory Johnson. Meets every Sunday. Bible Study with Sr Carol Perry: The Women We Might Have Missed 10:00am, Labyrinth Room. The 21st century person is apt to dismiss the biblical women as hopelessly irrelevant. That might be a mistake since they rank among some of the most intriguing people we might encounter. 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. Coffee Hour 12:15pm, Labyrinth Room today. All invited. Make new friends, greet old ones. Visit Welcome and Action Tables, learn about ministries and outreach. Monthly Brunch 12:15pm, Marble Loft (274 5th Ave). See Spotlight on page 5. GIFTS: LGBTQ Fellowship Coffee Hour 12:15pm, Peale Parlor. All welcome! Operation Gratitude 12:15pm, New Chapel. Help write letters of thanks to US Veterans. May We Pray with You? 12:15pm, Prayer Room (off 29th St lobby, between Reception Desk and elevator). Members of the Prayer Ministry Team and Stephen Ministers are available to pray with you or receive your prayer requests. Upcoming MONDAY, OCTOBER 27, 6:008:00pm Adult Ministry Dinner The Spirit of Action: Pushing Past Procrastination with Mario Sprouse. $20 dinner; $10 discussion only. Reserve online. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 28 Sr. Carol Perry s Bible Study does not meet tonight. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 12:00pm 60+ Fellowship Bring your own lunch (potluck desserts), Marble Loft (274 5th Ave), followed by program at 1:00pm: Staff from BlantonPeale Institute & Counseling Ctr talk about their servcies, followed by short tour of their space at 7 W. 30th St. WEDNESDAY EVENING, OCTOBER 29 WeWo: Wednesday Worship 6:15pm, Marble Loft (274 5th Ave). Dr. Michael B. Brown, preaching. Music by praise ensemble. Childcare available, 276 5th Ave, Room 303. Walk the Labyrinth 5:006:00pm, most Wednesdays. (Call to confirm). LGBTQ and Christian Small Group 7:30pm, Peale Parlor. All welcome. Meets weekly through November 19. Marble Connection (20s & 30s) We join The Good and Beautiful Community Small Group for discussion after WeWo November 5 & 19, December 3 & 17, January 7. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 30, 6:30pm Hallowtide Eve All invited for a celebration of saints including Norman Vincent Peale, Arthur Caliandro, Florence Pert and Clarice Simpson. Hosted by Marble Women s Ministry. $12. Reserve online. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 10:00am Bible Study with Sr. Carol Perry: Dusting Off the Prophets A prophet is not an oldtimer looking longingly into the future. He is rather a quickthinking activist whose words we ignore with dire consequences. The proof lies in their messages. FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 16 Film and Arts Festival Our Diversity Series Remembering, Reflecting, Reconciling: Journeys of Hope, Faith and Love, continues with this special weekend. Visit for details. FIRST AND THIRD FRIDAYS, NOVEMBER 7 & 21 6:15pm, Marble Loft (274 5th Ave) Dr. Michael Brown preaches November 7. Music by pianist Chris Whittaker and talented guest artists. For more details, to register, or for a full listing of all our programming, please visit or stop by the Welcome Center after Worship. 3

4 Information FLOWERS ARE PLACED IN THE SANCTUARY In loving memory of mother and grandmother, Dr. Jan Testa, on the 10th anniversary of her death by the Testa Licata Family; and with gratitude to Rev. Kirsty DePree, the other Ministers, Staff and congregants for their prayers and calls during her eye surgeries by Shirley Gumbs. MEMORIAL SERVICE Mr. Stephen Pindar. Sunday, November 9, 2:30pm. PRAYERS FOR PEACE RIBBONS Yellow ribbons on our fence represent US military casualties in Afghanistan. Ribbons honoring US casualties in Iraq are being prepped for an indoor installation. We have not forgotten those men and women and the sacrifices they have made. THE MARBLE PIPE ORGAN PROJECT Our choir and current organ are relocated to the South Balcony for the duration of the new organ s construction. For the next several months the balconies are closed for seating. Please visit our website for more information and to see plans for the new organ. A GIFT TO THE ALTAR FLOWERS FUND is a beautiful way to recognize a loved one, including special occasions like the birth of a child or wedding anniversary. Altar flowers are a threefold gift: a tribute to loved ones, a Sanctuary adornment a symbol of what we offer to God in our worship, and a source of enjoyment to our congregation. A gift of $50 or more allows us to create a beautiful floral tribute. To contribute, please contact Shana Wolfe or visit Give (insert Altar Flowers, the person/reason for giving, plus preferred date in the Notes section). At least two weeks notice needed to be included in the Sunday Bulletin. OPPORTUNITIES FOR HELPING OTHERS Please visit Action Volunteer Table after Worship during Coffee Hour, check or contact Tom Schneider. Operation Gratitude / Today See After Worship on page 3. VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION SUNDAY NOVEMBER 9 Join us as we honor all those who volunteer with a special blessing during Worship, followed by a Festive Coffee Hour. Marble Fights Hunger Bring canned foods and other nonperishable food items every Sunday. Drop off donations in baskets in 29th St Reception area and Marble Loft, or leave at Action Volunteer Table after Worship. Donations distributed to various food banks. Donate used glasses and sunglasses which are given to The Lion s Club who recycles and distributes them in developing countries. 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. WHEN YOU NEED HELP To ask for prayer, or share feedback, use Prayer Request card in pews. 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. StephenMinistry@MarbleChurch.org. BlantonPeale Counseling Ctr Individual, group, family , MARBLE S MEDIA MINISTRY Visit the website or MarbleVision Table during 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 is 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. CENTRAL PARKING DISCOUNT 29 W. 28 St or 7 11 W. 28 St. Marble Receptionist validates. 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. 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. BECOME A MEMBER. Faith is a journey and we warmly invite you to join with us as you travel along. For more information about our upcoming New Member Orientations come to Deacons Pew (right of the Chancel) after Worship and talk with one of our Membership team (wearing red carnations). Or call Kim SebastianRyan, ext 221. We d love to have you join us! Spotlight MONTHLY MARBLE BRUNCH TODAY! 12:15pm, Marble Loft All are invited for this time of fellowship and good food after Worship! $12. Coffee Hour in Labyrinth Room during Brunch. Make plans now to join us on Sunday, November 23 for our Thanksgiving Brunch! It will be a wonderful opportunity to give thanks for our diverse faith community. Space limited and reservations required. $20, adults; $10, children. Reserve online at www. MarbleChurch.org or contact Siobhan Tull, STull@MarbleChurch.org. SPIRITUAL GROWTH HOURS ON HOPE Hope...Learned TODAY, 1:15pm, Labyrinth Room Nunzio Gubitosa, M.A., M.Phil., LP, BlantonPeale Institute, helps us look at how we can cultivate hope from both a psychological and a spiritual perspective. How can hope enrich and enlarge our lives? Hope... Liberates Sunday, November 9, 1:15pm Rev. Shari Brink, Jordan Banks, Trena Banks, Anne Marie Edwards, Marcia Fingal, Judy Kramer and Stacey Shand share stories and photos from their travels to South Africa and Malawi to renew relationships with churches from Marble s South Africa Partnership and witness the work of Africa Classroom Connection. #BLESSED THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 7:30pm Thankful melodies sung with grateful hearts Sarah Griffiths, soprano; Silvie Jensen, mezzosoprano Kevin Rose, tenor; Marcus Jordan, baritone Ken Dake, pianist Tickets available at the door: $20 general admission; $10 students/seniors. Season Pass (4 concerts) for advance purchase or at first concert: $60; $30 students/seniors Guided by coartistic directors Tami Petty and Sarah Griffiths, each performance is hosted by Ken Dake at the keyboard and features a roster of New York s finest young singers from The Marble Choir, along with amazing instrumentalists and guest vocalists. Join in the fun on Twitter! how you have been blessed this year and your tweet could be chosen and turned into a 16 bar song, sung at the November 13 concert: #Blessed! Save these dates for additional concerts in the Marble Music Next Door series: Thursdays, January 29, March 12 & May 7. 5

6 Hymn GOD LEADETH ME Text: Joseph H. Gilmore, 1862, alt.; Music: Aughton by William B. Bradbury, God lead eth me, 2. Some times mid scenes 3. And when my task heav n E grace e er I trou bled will not ly den s the be sea, flee, com bow vic still still since fort ers t ry s tis tis God O of on fraught! bloom, won, bles deep earth God s God s through what by e en sed est is hand hand Jor thought! O words gloom, some times done, when by e er I wa death s that that dan ters cold do, calm, wave lead lead lead with where Thy wher o er I eth eth eth me. me. me. God leadeth me, God leadeth me, by His own hand God leadeth me; God s faithful fol lower I would be, for by His hand God lead eth me. MARBLE S VISION, MISSION AND VALUES We have featured our new Vision and Mission Statements (now on back page of bulletin) and for the next five Sundays we look at our Values Statements: Our core values describe what makes Marble an uplifting and inclusive community of God s people. We are guided and motivated by: GRACE We believe that God s love, Christ s example, and the Spirit s presence can help us be more than we could be on our own: more authentic, more empowered, more caring, more purposeful, more joyous, and more at peace with others and ourselves.

7 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 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. Shari K. Brink, Minister for Strategic Advancement Rev. Kirsty DePree, Minister of Congregational Care Rev. Travis B. Winckler, Minister, Blawenburg Reformed Partnership Sister Carol Perry, S.U., Bible Scholar Lead Program Directors Kenneth V. Dake, Director of Music Bob Marty, Director of MarbleVision Catherine Ortiz, Director of Marketing & Communications Gayle F. Robinson, Chief Operating Officer Kim SebastianRyan, 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/CDs... Siobhan Tull Archives/Sanctuary Tours.... Kim SebastianRyan Baptism.... Kate Troy, Kirsty DePree Children, Youth & Families Ministry (CYF).... Brian Hampton, Jessica Scovel Contributions (Offerings and Pledges)... Shana Wolfe Facilities/Events.... Stuart Cole Funerals/Memorial Services/Columbarium.... Any Minister, Judy Tulin New Members.... Kim SebastianRyan Outreach.... Susanah Wade Pastoral Care.... All Ministers; Kirsty DePree, liaison; Judy Tulin Prayer Circle.... Rev. Gregory Johnson Prayer Requests.... Judy Tulin Small Groups... Kirsty DePree, Anna Nugent Stephen Ministry.... Kirsty DePree, Judy Tulin Stewardship and Planned Giving... Shari Brink, T.J. Houlihan Volunteering.... Tom Schneider 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).... Shari Brink, T.J. Houlihan Men s Ministry.... Mark King, Anna Nugent 60+ Fellowship.... Colleen Cosgrove 20s&30s (Marble Connection).... Brian Hampton Women s Ministry (MWM).... Kirsty DePree, Anna Nugent For a full staff listing, please visit