Order of Service. Fifth Sunday in Lent March 18, 2018 PLEASE SILENCE ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES. Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op

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1 Sunday, March 18, 2018

2 Order of Service Fifth Sunday in Lent March 18, 2018 PLEASE SILENCE ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES. PRELUDE Please listen quietly in preparation for worship. Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op 65...Felix Mendelssohn II. Adagio WELCOME AND MINISTRY SHARING CALL TO WORSHIP HYMN 266 The King of Love My Shepherd Is Dominus Regit Me Verses 1 & 2 All; v. 3 Men; v. 4 Women; v. 5 Choir; v. 6 All INVOCATION AND THE LORD S PRAYER (use debts ) ANTHEM See What Love from St. Paul Felix Mendelssohn See what love hath our Maker bestowed on us in all goodness, that we should be called God s own children. 1 John 3:1 PASTORAL PRAYER AND CHORAL RESPONSE HYMN 585 Children of the Heavenly Father...Swedish folk hymn READING OF THE SCRIPTURE John 14:1-6, 12-14, (Pew Bible, page 877) Following the reading, Leader: The Word of God for the people of God. All: Thanks be to God. ANTHEM SERMON HYMN Do Not Be Afraid Philip Stopford Refrain: Do not be afraid, for I have redeemed you. I have called you by your name; you are Mine. When you walk through the waters I ll be with you; you will never sink beneath the waves. When the fire is burning all around you, you will never be consumed by the flames. Refrain. When the fear of loneliness is looming, then remember I am at your side. When you dwell in the exile of a stranger, remember you are precious in My eyes. Refrain. You are Mine, O My child, I am your Maker, and I love you with a perfect love. Refrain. Gerard Markland COMFORT... Dr. Michael B. Brown Part of Lenten Sermon Series: The Key Words Today s sermon available on CD; visit MarbleVision Table at Coffee Hour. Be Not Afraid...Please refer to insert. EASTER OFFERING VIDEO CALL FOR OFFERING AND PRAYER ANTHEM HYMN Joy in the Morning Natalie Sleeth Lamb of God Please refer to insert. BENEDICTION AND CHORAL RESPONSE POSTLUDE Sonata No. 1 in F Minor, Op Felix Mendelssohn IV. Allegro assai vivace PARTICIPATING IN THE SERVICE Rev. Chad Tanaka Pack, Daryl Paul Lobban Marble Festival of Voices, Peggy Dettwiler, guest conductor Live stream Sunday Worship at MarbleChurch.org. Use of photographic and tape recording equipment is not permitted during the service. Assistive Listening System, Large print and Braille copies of bulletin available ask an usher. Palm / Passion Sunday March 25 11:00am Worship, Lenten Sermon Series: The Key Words Courage Dr. Michael B. Brown 2

3 Today FLOWERS ARE PLACED IN THE SANCTUARY To the glory of God and in honor of the 90th birthday of my late husband, Joseph F. Polacek, by Rev. Gregory L. Johnson. WE ARE HONORED TO WELCOME PEGGY DETTWILER as our guest conductor this morning. She is Professor of Music and Director at Choral Activities at Mansfield University, Pennsylvania. Over her 34-year tenure the Mansfield choirs have garnered numerous awards at competitions all over the world. On Wednesday, April 18, the Mansfield University Concert Choir makes their third appearance at Carnegie Hall in a full performance of Leonard Bernstein s operetta, Candide, under the direction of renowned Broadway musician, Rob Fisher. Dr. Dettwiler has been a guest conductor and lecturer throughout the United States, working with singers of all ages from university, public school, church, and community choruses. LILIES DECORATING OUR SANCTUARY AT EASTER are made possible by contributions of members and friends in honor or memory of loved ones. To donate, please use Easter Lilies envelope found in pews and at Reception, or contact Shana Wolfe, ext. 248, (SWolfe@MarbleChurch. org). TODAY, Sunday, March 18, is deadline to submit names to be listed in Easter Sunday bulletin, April 1. Please put your envelope and donation in offering plate or hand to receptionist. v v v 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, Chapel. A time of prayer, Scripture reading and hymn singing. Holy Communion most Sundays. Led by Rev. Gregory Johnson. Meets weekly. Bible Study with Rev. Barbara Crafton 10:00am, Labyrinth Room. Lenten Series. Today: The Passover Meal in Holy Week, A Division of Opinion. Led by Sr. Carol Perry. March 25: Via Dolorosa, The Way of Sorrow. Grace Notes: Inside the Music with Kenneth Dake 10:49am, Sanctuary. Hear historic and theological background on the day s choral selections, hymns, preludes and postludes. 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, Marble Loft (next door, 274 5th Ave, first flr). All invited. Make new friends, greet old ones. Visit Welcome and Action Tables, learn about ministries and outreach. Hope Tree 12:15pm, Marble Loft. During Lent, we invite you to write your prayers and hopes for yourself, your family, your friends and for the world, on a bulb to place on the wall. GIFTS: LGBTQ Fellowship Coffee Hour 12:15pm, Labyrinth Room. All welcome! Marble members Martin McKeown and Sean Harvey lead spirituality-based discussion of unique challenges faced by LGBTQ Christians and how we build community. Prayer Room Open 12:15pm, next to Reception/29th St Lobby. Pray with a member of Marble Prayer Team or speak to a Stephen Minister. OPPORTUNITIES FOR HELPING OTHERS To sign-up or for more information, please visit Action Volunteer Table after Worship during Coffee Hour, contact Tom Schneider, TSchneider@MarbleChurch.org, ext. 258, or check MarbleChurch.org. Drive for Dignity for Homeless Men & Women Please see today s insert. Congregational Care Prayer Shawl Ministry / Monday, March 19, 4:00-5:00pm Knit/crochet prayer shawls for ill/homebound. Materials provided; all levels. In Peale Parlor. Contact Judy Tulin. Marble Fights Hunger Please bring canned food items every Sunday. Nutritious, canned/ bottled items only. Drop off bins in 29th St lobby and Marble Loft. Donations distributed to Icahn House shelter program. 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 Chapel. 3

4 Upcoming WEWO: WEDNESDAY WORSHIP Every Week, 6:15pm, in the Marble Loft March 21 Take Courage Rev. Chad Tanaka Pack April 4 Dr. Michael B. Brown A blend of traditional and contemporary worship styles, creating an informal and Spirit-filled mix. Music by praise ensemble. During Lent, Holy Communion each week, through March 21. Please note, no WeWo March 28. Live streamed. Childcare available, 276 5th Ave, Room 303. TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 12:00pm Bread & Bible Rev. Barbara Cawthorne Crafton leads this discussion about many things, including the scripture that formed the basis for the past Sunday s sermon. Bring lunch. Every Tuesday. Marble Loft. TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 6:30pm Rev. Barbara Crafton s Weekday Bible Study The Entry into Jerusalem. March 27: Gethsemane. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21, 11:00am-12:00pm Wednesday Morning Prayers A time of prayer in Chapel. All welcome! Led by Rev. Gregory Johnson; also meet him for individual prayer/ family caregiving issues, 12:00-2:00pm; contact Judy Tulin to schedule. WEDNESDAY, MARCH 21, 12:00pm 60+ Fellowship Soup and salad ($7), followed by movie at 12:30pm: Bridge of Spies. Marble Loft. Please note, no 60+ March 28; we return April 4. SUNDAY, MARCH 25, 10:00am Family Worship Join CYF for their Palm Sunday Worship. Both Children s Choirs sing. Message by Daryl Paul Lobban. All welcome! Marble Loft. SUNDAY, MARCH 25, 12:15pm Monthly Brunch Join us for this time of fellowship and good food, with live music. $12. No reservation needed. Marble Loft. For more information or full listing of all programming, please visit MarbleChurch.org or stop by Welcome Center after Worship during Coffee Hour. Information PRAYERS FOR PEACE RIBBONS ON FENCE are orange, representing our refocused vigil in light of the growing number of mass shootings. Orange is the color selected for gun violence awareness in Chicago in 2015 and picked up by national activists. The ribbons underscore our prayers and passion that this madness may end. DR. MICHAEL BROWN S ONLINE INSPIRATIONS Practical Faith Podcast offers advice on how Faith can help us with deeper questions and daily life. Listen or download at MarbleChurch.org/ connect/podcast or subscribe at itunes. Soul Purpose videos are a brief and lively way to feed your spirit. Visit MarbleChurch.org/worship/inspiration or YouTube. WALK THE LABYRINTH Available most Wednesdays before WeWo, 5:00-6:00pm, and first Sunday of each month, 1:00-3:00pm. (Schedule could vary, call to confirm). MARIANNE WILLIAMSON S TALKS 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30pm, Marble Sanctuary. $20, but no one turned away if unable to pay. Also live streamed. Details at Marianne.com. 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 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. Ken Ruge 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, Sr. Carol, Dr. Caliandro, Dr. Peale, and others. Subscribe to sermon Podcasts. PARKING DISCOUNT 7 11 W. 28 St, $20, Sundays (7 hours) Marble Receptionist validates. Please note, lot not available on weekdays for several months due to construction. 4

5 Welcome! THANK YOU FOR WORSHIPING WITH US TODAY! Please stop by the Welcome Center in the Marble Loft (next door, 274 5th Ave, first flr) after Worship during Coffee Hour to learn more about our faith community. New to Marble? Please fill out a Welcome Card found in pew racks and give to an usher or drop it off at the Welcome Center during Coffee Hour, and we ll have a welcome bag for you. 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. We have a New Member Orientation starting today. New Members received Sunday, March 25. To sign up or for more information, please 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. Spotlight LENTEN ORGAN RECITAL SERIES Mondays through March 26, 12:30pm Take a 30-minute break for your soul. Free. March 19 March 26 Jason Roberts, Associate Organist St. Bartholomew s Church Mark Pacoe, Director of Music Parish of St. John Nepomucene, NYC HOLY WEEK 2018 AT MARBLE MARCH 25, PALM/PASSION SUNDAY Rev. Crafton s Bible Study 10:00am Prayer Circle 10:00am Family Worship 10:00am Worship 11:00am Courage, Dr. Michael B. Brown MARCH 29, MAUNDY THURSDAY Worship 7:00pm Trust, Dr. Michael B. Brown Commemorating Jesus final night with dramatic readings; music by The Marble Choir. Holy Communion. MARCH 30, GOOD FRIDAY Instrumental Music for Meditation 11:30am Worship Noon Atonement, Dr. Michael B. Brown The Marble Choir and Marble Festival of Voices with Orchestra. Live streamed. APRIL 1, EASTER SUNDAY Prayer Circle 8:15am Prelude for Brass and Organ 8:45 and 10:45am Worship 9:00 and 11:00am Life, Dr. Michael B. Brown The Marble Choir with Brass Ensemble 11:00am live streamed. Children 3rd Grade and up are encouraged to worship with their families. Younger children provided with an Easter lesson and activity as well as an Easter egg hunt! Good Friday Prayer Vigil 1:00-3:00pm Join us in praying for others. Come/go when you wish. Let us pray for you; to request prayer, use Good Friday Prayer Vigil card, please return by Palm Sunday, March 25. DR. MICHAEL BROWN S FAREWELL RECEPTION Sunday, April 15, 12:30-2:30pm Hear Dr. Brown preach during 11:00am Worship, then join us at The Midtown Loft & Terrace, (across the street from Marble, 267 5th Ave, 10th flr), for a farewell open house celebrating his years of service at Marble. Please RSVP by April 4. Call, , ext reception@marblechurch.org 5

6 We are getting closer and closer to Easter our time of Hallelujahs. Here at Marble, along with our friends near and far, we also continue to stand as a community behind the work that helps us to be the hands, feet, eyes and ears of Jesus in the world building bridges of hope to help alleviate human suffering and promote growth, empowerment and sustainability for the vulnerable. We also wanted to share with you what we think is an inspiring part of our Lenten journey. Over the past few weeks, the children in our church school have received piggy banks in which they have been saving for the Easter Offering. We hear from Jessica Scovel, Director of Children s Ministry, that they too are excited about being part of the work we are doing as a community to make a positive difference. As we get closer to Easter the children will be making an appearance during Worship to deliver their offerings. As a reminder, here s how the Easter Offering works: we take a special offering on Easter Sunday, though we encourage you to give anytime during Lent; this year s goal is $220,000 and 100% of your gifts (no overhead!) will be granted to nonprofits that are making a positive difference in the lives of many. Here are the ways in which you can give: Use an Easter Offering envelope found in the pews, the Marble Loft and at Reception Give online: MarbleChurch.org/Give/Easter-Offering (or download the Marble smartphone app!) Text any amount to (standard messaging rates apply) Swipe your credit card on our Giving Kiosk in the Loft Mail checks to Marble, attention: Easter Offering Call , ext. 248 to give over the phone or get information about making a matching gift. Notice for Congregants with Employer Matching Contribution Plans You can increase your contribution to the Easter Offering by requesting that your employer match your gift. How? Marble has established a new 501 3: Marble Community Outreach (MCO). MCO has a separate tax identification number and can accept gifts from corporations and other grant-making organizations that ordinarily would not fund a religious organization. Additional information is available via then search for Marble Community Outreach. Generally, there are two paths that the individual and employer match can take. 1) If you have a matching contribution plan, make your gift to the Easter offering by a check to Marble Community Outreach, and indicate that your employer will match your gift. Once we receive your check, we will send you the information you need to fill out your Corporation s form. 2) If you have a matching contribution plan and your employer sends your contribution and the match, ask that your gift and your employer s match go to Marble Community Outreach. The number needed for the gift, EIN: Indicate on your Easter Offering envelope the dollar amount of your gift and that this amount plus your employer s matching funds will be coming via a check from your employer. A Special Treat If you give to the Easter Offering at a specific level, we ask that you save the dates below for two receptions and hope that you will be able to join us for these: For Gifts of $1,500 or more Thursday, April 5 Reception at the Parsonage with Dr. and Mrs. Michael Brown a wonderful opportunity to share some final moments with the Browns who have hosted this reception for the past seven years. For Gifts of $250 or more Thursday, May 10 An Evening with Rev. and Mrs. Michael Bos a wonderful opportunity to get to know our new Senior Minister (as of April 23) and his wife, Tena. With heartfelt thanks to all who support Marble s Easter Offering with your gifts and prayers so that it may be a blessing to others. We could not do this work without you.

7 BE NOT AFRAID LAMB OF GOD Twila Paris Your on - ly Son, no sin to hide, but You have sent Him from Your side to walk up - on this guilt-y sod, and to be come the Lamb of God. Oh Lamb of God, sweet Lamb of God, I love the ho - ly Lamb of God. Oh wash me in His precious blood till I am just a lamb of God Straightway Music (ASCAP) / Mountain Spring Music (Admin. by EMI Christian Music Publishing) Used with permission. All rights reserved. CCLI License # v v v ANNUAL DRIVE FOR DIGNITY FOR HOMELESS MEN AND WOMEN through April 8 Please bring new underwear, socks, t-shirts for adults to the Action Volunteer Table in the Marble Loft during Coffee Hour. Items needed: Men s T-shirts sizes M, L, XL Women s T-shirts/Tank Tops sizes M, L, XL Briefs/Boxers sizes M, L, XL Briefs sizes M, L, XL Women s Bras sizes M, L, XL Men s and Women s Socks sizes S, M, L Women s sanitary products Monetary donations also welcome; make checks payable to Marble Collegiate Church, write Drive for Dignity in memo section, mail to attention of Tom Schneider or place in offering plate. For more information, please contact Tom, TSchneider@MarbleChurch.org.

8 Vision: We envision a world where we all become the individuals God created us to be. 1 West 29th Street, at Fifth Avenue New York, NY MarbleChurch.org 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. MARBLE STAFF For full staff list and addresses, please visit MarbleChurch.org/Welcome/Staff. Ministerial Staff Dr. Michael B. Brown, Senior Minister; Rev. J. Elise Brown, Ph.D., Executive Minister Rev. Chad Tanaka Pack, Associate Minister Dr. Kenneth Ruge, Minister of Counseling & Staff Consultation; Daryl Paul Lobban, Associate in Ministry Spiritual Teacher Rev. Barbara Cawthorne Crafton Prayer Circle Rev. Gregory Johnson Program Leadership Kenneth V. Dake, Director of Music Kim Sebastian-Ryan, Director of Membership Christina Morano Keiser, Director of Media & Connecting Catherine Ortiz, Director of Marketing Communications Susanah Wade, Director of Missions & Outreach Gayle F. Robinson, Chief Operating Officer Elders: Stephanie M. Bailey, Peter Barnett, T. Hunter Dare, Marcelle E. Doll, Rick Harper Sheila B. Moses, Eileen A. O Connell, John E. Rorer, II, Gregory W. Walker Clair J. Zak, Elder Emerita Deacons: Trenesa Danuser, Sandra Diaz, Nick Gilman Ted Gregory, G. Gregory Lozier, Barbara Sagan Serving as Deacons to Intersections International: Barbara Costigan, Urs Weber CONTACTS Address Changes/Membership Records... Shana Wolfe All Church Events/Concert Tickets... Kim Sebastian-Ryan, Siobhan Tull Archives/Sanctuary Tours... Kim Sebastian-Ryan Baptism... Kate Troy Children, Youth & Families Ministry (CYF)... Daryl Paul Lobban, Jessica Scovel Contributions (Offerings and Pledges)... Shana Wolfe Facilities/Events... Stuart Cole Festival of Voices... Kenneth Dake Funerals/Memorial Services/Columbarium... Any Minister, Judy Tulin Gospel Choir... Stacy Penson Missions/Outreach... Susanah Wade New Members... Kim Sebastian-Ryan, Don Piper Outreach Volunteering... Tom Schneider Pastoral Care... Judy Tulin Prayer Requests... Judy Tulin Small Groups Baleta McKenzie Stephen Ministry... Susanah Wade, Judy Tulin Virtual Relations Siobhan Tull Weddings... Gary Thompson Welcome and Hospitality... Kim Sebastian-Ryan, Colleen Cosgrove, Siobhan Tull Fellowship Groups Adult Ministry (All Ages)... Colleen Cosgrove Arts Ministry Mario Sprouse Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (GIFTS)... Chad Tanaka Pack, Don Piper Men s Ministry... Tom Schneider 60+ Fellowship... Colleen Cosgrove Women s Ministry (MWM)... Don Piper Young Adults (Connection)... Daryl Paul Lobban DOWNLOAD THE MARBLE COLLEGIATE CHURCH APP! Live stream, catch up on last week s sermon, listen to podcasts, connect with ministries, make a gift and sign up to volunteer. This is the easiest way to connect with Marble anytime you want! Visit MarbleChurch.org or search for Marble Church in your app store.