PRELUDE "Processional and Joyful Dance" Margaret R. Tucker Handchimes Ann Fessenden, Flute WELCOME OPENING WORDS

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1 PRELUDE "Processional and Joyful Dance" Margaret R. Tucker Handchimes Ann Fessenden, Flute WELCOME OPENING WORDS Rev. Mindi Welton-Mitchell One: Great Creator, You made us in Your image, Help us to live into the fullness of Your image in our lives. Holy Spirit, You reflect Your image in us, Call us to love our neighbors as ourselves. Loving Christ, You teach us that Your image is within us, Keep us to Your ways of love, justice, and faithfulness. In this time of worship, may we rejoice that You are always present. You are here, now, forever, with us. Amen. *HYMN NCH #299 "For All the Saints" Tune: Sine Nomine

2 Today s Learning Hour Church School does not meet today, as it is the fifth Sunday of the month. Youth Group meets at 9:45a.m. in Room 20. Elementary OWL (Our Whole Lives) begins at 9:30a.m. in Room 21. This class is closed to visitors and drop-in participants, please let the church office know if you would like to receive information about a future session. Handchimes rehearsal begins at 9:45a.m. in the Sanctuary. Good Questions This fall we will spend our learning time exploring what it means to be in covenant with God, with the church and with each other. We will read the book Covenant, by Jane Fisler Hoffman. We have copies of the book available. We hope you will join us in this important study as we grapple with what it means to do God s work in the world. 9:45a.m. Room 24 Each week a member of the Peace Fisher s Circle will share a reflection from the current chapter being discussed. Here is today s reflection, written by Karen Driskill: Particular Covenants among UCC congregations Following the precedents of church-creating covenants, local churches began to write their own congregational covenants outlining how members may be removed from membership and other intricacies of local church life. Development of new covenantal agreements in any setting of the church could be a rich process that will challenge many of our churches to think in new ways, as we have become unaccustomed to having any clear expectations of members or leaders. Another type of covenant is behavioral covenant. This is the establishing of guidelines which participants promise to follow and is based on biblical guidelines. Behavioral covenant has value only if the leadership and participants are committed to it. Learning Hour on November 6th: Good Questions continues the conversation on covenant. 9:45a.m. in Room 24. Church School for children age 3 12th 9:45a.m. Elementary OWL (Our Whole Lives) 9:30a.m., Room 21. Folk Choir 9:45a.m., Choir Room. *PRAYER OF INVOCATION Rev. David Bucholtz (adapted) One: Eternal God, in every age you have raised up men and women, born to live and die in faith. Many: Forgive our indifference to your will. One: You have commanded us to speak, Many: but we have been silent. One: You have called us to do what is just, Many: but we have been fearful. All: Keep before us faithful people for us to follow so that, living with courage and love, we may bring about your kindom of justice and peace. Amen *RESPONSE "Make Us One" Carol Cymbala A MEMORIALS PURCHASED DEDICATION OF THE HANDCHIMES Nancy McDonald 5 Octave Handchimes combined memorial gifts of Earl Brown, William Oberkrom, Louise Shankland and Claire Vieth MEMORIAL CONTRIBUTIONS RECIEVED THIS YEAR Earl Brown Louise Shankland Suzanne Stephens READING FROM THE CHRISTIAN TRADITION Luke 19:1-10 NRSV He entered Jericho and was passing through it. A man was there named Zacchaeus; he was a chief tax collector and was rich. He was trying to see who Jesus was, but on account of the crowd he could not, because he was short in stature. So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore tree to see him, because he was going to pass that way. When Jesus came to the place, he looked up and said to him, Zacchaeus, hurry and come down; for I must stay at your house today. So he hurried down and was happy to welcome him. All who saw it began to grumble and said, He has gone to be the guest of one who is a sinner. Zacchaeus stood there and said to the Lord, Look, half of my possessions, Lord, I will give to the poor; and if I have defrauded anyone of anything, I will pay back four times as much. Then Jesus said to him, Today salvation has come to this house, because he too is a son of Abraham. For the Son of Man came to seek out and to save the lost. Luke 19:8 Common English Bible Zacchaeus stopped and said to the Lord, Look, Lord, I give half of my possessions to the poor. And if I have cheated anyone, I repay them four times as much.

3 One: For the marvelous blend of fact, myth, poetry, and story that is in scripture, we give thanks. Many: May the Spirit open us to the wisdom we most need to hear. CHILDREN S TIME Following the story, young children are encouraged to remain in worship or they may go to the nursery (birth-3). SPECIAL MUSIC 8:30 "New Beginnings" Ron Mallory Handchimes 11:00 "O God, Our Help in Ages Past" Text: Isaac Watts Chancel Choir arr. Hal Hopson SERMON *HYMN NCH #295 Rev. Al Schon "I Sing a Song of the Saints of God" Tune: Grand Isle Ecumenical Opportunities The Beloved Community Conference 2016 All are welcome and encouraged to attend the Beloved Community Conference at St. John s Church on North Grand featuring Dr. Keri Day, Director of Black Church Studies at Brite Divinity School, Rev. Dr. Alice Hunt, President of Chicago Theological Seminary, and Rev. Dr. Sylvester Williams, Sr., preceding bishop of the Third Episcopal District. Activities include a youth led workshop and opportunities for action. The Peace Handchime Choir will play for worship on Thursday Night and deliver a very special prayer quilt created by the Peace Quilters & Artists. For further details, please see the back cover of the bulletin. Sts. Clare & Francis Speaker Series Living Faithfully in a Political World, November 5 at 4:00 pm in the Fireside Room at Peace Come hear and dialogue with guest speaker Jeanette Mott Oxford, M.Div as we explore a topic that is always timely and relevant, Living Faithfully in a Political World. Jeanette currently serves as Executive Director of Empower Missouri, which advocates for the well-being of all Missourians through civic leadership, education and research including such areas as health care, quality jobs, minimum wage and Department of Corrections reforms. Prior to joining Empower Missouri, Jeanette served four terms in the Missouri House of Representatives. She was the first openly lesbian member of the Missouri Legislature. She is an active member of Epiphany United Church of Christ in the Benton Park neighborhood. Election Eve Prayer Service Affton Christian Church, 9625 Tesson ferry Rd., is hosting an Election-Eve Ecumenical Prayer Service on Monday, November 7, beginning at 7pm. The congregations of Eden United Church of Christ, Affton Presbyterian Church, and Affton Christian Church invite the community to come together in prayer for healing and unity. All are welcome to join us in our efforts to show the community that people from differing religious and political perspectives can come together as one body of Christ for a time of prayer and worship with one another.

4 In Our Prayers Sandwich Ministry Seeking More Drivers Anyone willing to be on our drivers' list to deliver sandwiches to Gateway 180; please call Dee Ban (xxx-xxxx) or Gretchen Loudermilk (xxx-xxxx). Church Office Circle Kelly Archer is looking for circle members for a church office circle. Computer knowledge and data entry skills would be beneficial. Please contact Kelly Archer if you are interested in serving on the church office circle. (314) or churchoffice@peaceuccstl.org Crib Room Volunteers Want to spend time with the youngest among us? Alicia Siddiqui our crib room coordinator is looking for volunteers on Sunday mornings. Please stop by the crib Room to sign-up for a shift or call Alicia at xxx-xxxx Quilters Need Neckties The Peace UCC Quilters and Artists could use some men s neckties for the flower pins that they will be making in November. If you have some in the back of your closet that you would like to liberate, they can be left in the collection box outside the church office or given to one of the Quilters. For more information, contact Gail Saxton at 314- xxx-xxxx or saxton.gail@gmail.com TOTENFEST Today we celebrate Totenfest, the German word for Festival of the Dead. It was established in 1816 by Prussian Emperor Fredrick William III as a day to remember that nation s soldiers who had died in the recent Prussian War. It was an important observance in the Evangelical Church in Prussia, the predecessor of the German Evangelical Church of America, of which this congregation was a part. Its roots go back even further to the All Saints and All Souls days of the medieval church. In recent years, many churches like ours that celebrate Totenfest have also added the listing of all babies born during the previous year, celebrating the fullness of life from birth to death. REMEMBERENCE WE REMEMBER THOSE WHO HAVE DIED IN THE PAST YEAR, CELEBRATING THEIR LIVES, EVEN AS WE CONTINUE TO GRIEVE Deborah Ban, sister of David Ban Maryann Fields, cousin of Al Schon Margaret Gabathuler, mother of Linda Kolley Leigh Alves Grass, cousin of Jo Ann Alves Diane Hug, cousin of Linda Kolley Stephen Jenkins, father of Emma and Zach Jenkins Annalea Kayar, longtime member of Peace UCC Patrick McCreary, brother-in-law of Joe and Debbie Kelly Orie Loucks, father of Ted Loucks Thomas James Mulligan, brother of Ray Mulligan John H. Noble, uncle of Christopher Grundy Shirley Ann Paulsen, friend of Roni Branding Leonard Panhorst, uncle of John Panhorst Richard Panhorst, uncle of John Panhorst Louise Shankland, longtime member of Peace UCC Alsie Jane Skiles Spradley, mother of Fran LaMont Francis Spradley, father of Fran LaMont CELEBRATION WE GIVE THANKS FOR THE BLESSING OF NEW LIFE AND NEW FAMILIES Edward Joseph Ban, grandson of David and Dee Ban Makana Rose Hill, granddaughter of Bob and Gigi Hill Ari Michael Israel, son of Shelley and Lisa Israel Salem Reese McKinley, daughter of K Lynne and Sarah McKinley Payton Marie Misuraca, great granddaughter of Sandy Bowe Paxton George Radchenko, great nephew of Wendy Bruner We ask forgiveness for any names omitted. PASTORAL PRAYER PRAYER As I live every day, I want to be a channel for peace. May I bring love where there is hatred and healing where there is hurt; joy where there is sadness and hope where there is fear. I pray that I may always try to understand and comfort other people as well as seeking comfort and understanding from them. Wherever possible, may I choose to be a light in the darkness, a help in times of need, and a caring, honest friend. May justice, kindness, and peace flow from my heart forever. Amen. TOTENFEST OFFERING FROM THE CHILDREN FOR THE FAMILIES OF THOSE BEING REMEMBERED AND CELEBRATED Vosper

5 INVITATION AND REMEMBRANCE based on our Theological Assumptions Minister: Come, Holy Spirit, and move among these elements assembled at this Table. Many: Through this sacrament, transform our hurt into healing, our fear into faith, and death into life. Minister: As the grain, sown in hills and valleys, is harvested, and now becomes one in the loaf, Many: so we, scattered, diverse, separated and isolated from one another, hear your invitation to become one body around this Table, the center of our life together. Liturgist: As this juice, grown in vineyards under the sun, fills the cup, may we be filled and refreshed by this meal, Many: and strengthened to respond to your call to reach out in compassion to all living things. Minister: In sharing this meal we remember. Many: We remember meals Jesus shared with friends and enemies, outcasts and marginalized, fearful and earnest. Minister: He took the bread and, giving thanks, blessed it and broke it and shared it with his friends as a symbol of his sacrifice. Many: As we share the bread today, we eat it as those who seek to follow Jesus. Liturgist: After the meal, Jesus took the cup. Giving thanks, he shared it with his friends, symbolizing a new relationship with God, a relationship of partnership founded on grace. Many: As we share the cup, we seek to experience that grace in which Jesus lived fully. All: CELEBRATION OF COMMUNION 8:30 AM Come, Holy Spirit, come. Bless this bread and bless this fruit of the vine. Bless all of us in our eating and drinking that our eyes might be opened, that we might recognize the risen Christ in our midst, indeed, in one another. Come, Holy Spirit, come. The Congregation is invited to come forward by the center aisle, partake of the bread and juice, (gluten free bread and chalice available) and light a candle in prayer, and place an offering in the plates beside the table. If you prefer to give electronically, please scan the QR code to the right. Catch the eye of a table host if you would prefer to be served at your seat. Men's Breakfast We meet at 8:00 a.m. on the 2nd Thursday of the month at First Watch, 220 W Lockwood Ave. Next meeting: November 10 Job Jar We meet at the church on the first and third Mondays of the month. Join us at 9:15a.m. for coffee, fellowship, and a few chores around the church. Next meeting: November 7 The Peace UCC Quilters will meet next from 9-11 a.m. on Thursday, November 10 in Room 23 at church. In December, we will be holding another of our occasional flower pin sales to raise funds for next summer s Freedom School. At our November meeting, we ll be working full steam ahead making flower pins. There will be a variety of gluing and hand sewing tasks for anyone who enjoys crafts and good fellowship! The Mary Martha Circle will meet at 12:00p.m. on Wednesday, November 9th in the Fireside Room. Bring a sandwich or a salad; chips, beverage and dessert furnished. Rev. Al Schon will be our guest to share photos and memories from his recent trip down the Rheine River. Peace Talks-Whether you are considering membership or just want to learn more about our congregation, you are invited to attend our continuing "Peace UCC-Who Are We?" hosted by Al Schon, one of our Pastoral Associates on 11/13, 11/20, 11/27 (Sundays) at 9:45a.m. in Room 23. Please know that if you are unable to attend all three sessions you are still welcome to join whichever sessions you are able. Lori Winter, our New Member Coordinator, may be reached at (314) xxx-xxxx or by jimloriwinter@aol.com to answer any of your questions. Scan and Give Supporting the work of this church has never been easier. Just scan the QR code with your smartphone and you can make a donation to Peace. Want to be in the know about Peace UCC? Sign up to receive our weekly newsletter. Text KNOWPEACE to to get started.

6 Empty Bowls The sixth annual Empty Bowls fundraiser for Webster-Rock Hill Ministries is on the calendar for Sunday, November 6 from 4:30-7 PM at the Christian Life Center of Webster Hills Methodist Church. Tickets are $15 for Adults, $5 for K-12 Students, and Children under 5 eat for free! Enjoy soup donated from local restaurants, including - Farotto's, CJ Muggs, Hacienda, Dierbergs, J Greene's, The Grove, and more! Listen to music while you eat thanks to local musicians, and maybe even dance a bit after dinner. Take home a handmade bowl by a local artist or student! Krueger Pottery, students at Webster Groves schools, and local artists are hard at work making decorative bowls to commemorate the occasion. For any questions, please contact Wynn Miller, 314-xxx-xxxx. RESPONSE Please remain seated CELEBRATION OF GIVING 11:00 We are invited to share our tithes and gifts to support the work of this community in the service to God. "For the Sake of the World" Source: Christopher Grundy Home Sweet Home Trivia Night Saturday, December 3 Home Sweet Home is St. Louis' first major furniture bank, founded by Peace member Betsy Reznicek. Home Sweet Home will be hosting their 1st Annual Trivia Night in support of their continued mission to give families a sense of pride by providing basic household furnishings to improve their lives. Join us from 6 pm - 10 pm for fun night of trivia. Bring some food, some drinks, and your friends and put your trivia skills to the test. There will be raffle drawings, silent auction items, 50/50, Heads or Trails, and Mulligans for purchase! Teams will consist of 8 people. Cost of entry is $120 per table or $15 a person! To register, trivianight@homesweethomestl.org with the names of all participants, including a team captain. Please send checks payable to: Home Sweet Home 2653 Locust Street St. Louis, MO PRAYER OF DEDICATION Holy One, we bring our gifts to be used in your service. Let them honor the lives of those who went before us and provide for those born new into our world in faith. May our work in the world reflect your living presence among us. Amen HOW WILL WE DO GOD S WORK IN THE WORLD THIS WEEK? If you are interested in helping to sponsor the Home Sweet Home trivia event or have any questions regarding the event, please contact trivianight@homesweethomestl.org.

7 *HYMN NCH #297 "Give Thanks for Life" Tune: Robinson THIS WEEK AT PEACE UCC SUNDAY, OCTOBER 30 TODAY 8:30a.m. Worship Service 9:30a.m. Elementary OWL, Room 21 9:45a.m. Coffee Fellowship 9:45a.m. Good Questions, Room 24 9:45a.m. Church School, lower level 9:45a.m. Youth Group, Room 20 11:00a.m. Worship Service 2:00p.m. Korean Drumming 5:30p.m. OWL Jr. in Room 12 7:00p.m. Narcotics Anonymous MONDAY, OCTOBER 31 TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 1 8:30a.m. 11:00a.m. 3:00p.m. Walking Group WSSL Euyrthmy Room 20 reserved for Clarence Heller WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2 1:00p.m. WSSL Euyrthmy 1:30p.m. Peace Staff Meeting 2:00p.m. Noteworthy Music School for Strings Paul Huppert 4:30p.m. Children s Choir 7:00p.m. Refuge Recovery Meeting, Room 20 (A Buddhist Path to Addiction Recovery) THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 3 8:30a.m. 9:30a.m. 7:00p.m. 7:00p.m. Walking Group Webster Mom s Connection in Fellowship Hall Chancel Choir Sts. Clare and Francis Liturgy Committee *BENEDICTION *POSTLUDE Bulletin recycling: Though we invite you to take your bulletin home to review the prayers and opportunities throughout the week, if you choose to leave your bulletin after the 8:30a.m. service, place it in the basket and we will use it again. Bulletins placed in the basket after the 11:00a.m. service will be recycled. Notes: Sources for words, images, and music are noted where available. Permission to reprint music and words from sources other than The New Century Hymnal is granted under OneLicense.net, license no. A , and/or LicenSing.org. Rev. Wendy Bruner is currently on vacation and will return on Monday, November 7th. Should you need pastoral assistance, please contact Rev. Al Schon or Rev. Marilyn Stavenger. If you need assistance from the church office, please contact Kelly Archer. Al Schon: (314) xxx-xxxx Marilyn Stavenger: (314) xxx-xxxx Kelly Archer, Church Office: (314) FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 4 Kelly Archer will be out-of-the-office. 7:00a.m. Contemplative Prayer Sts. Clare and Francis SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 5 8:00a.m. 10:30a.m. 11:00a.m. 3:30p.m. 4:00p.m. 5:00p.m. 6:30p.m. Sts C&F Retreat in the Fireside Room Narcotics Anonymous Youth Choir Sts. Clare and Francis, in the Fireside Room Sts. Clare and Francis Potluck in Fellowship Hall Sts. Clare and Francis Mass Fireside Reserved for Janet Rundquist For a complete calendar visit: