MARBLE COLLEGIATE CHURCH

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1 MARBLE COLLEGIATE CHURCH Dr. Michael B. Brown, Senior Minister Sunday, November 22, 2015 Fifth Avenue at West 29th Street, New York City

2 Order of Service Christ the King/Stewardship Sunday November 22, 2015 PLEASE SILENCE ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES. PRELUDE Please listen quietly in preparation for worship. Now Thank We All Our God Sigfrid Karg-Elert Simple Gifts arr. Robert Hebble WELCOME AND MINISTRY SHARING CALL TO WORSHIP INTROIT HYMN 600 Oh, Sing Jubilee the Lord Brad Holmes Oh, sing jubilee the Lord, every l: Glory be God! Oh, serve God with gladness, as in these halls st: Sing praises God out of Zion! God made us His own, God has given us breath: Glory be God! The sheep of God s pasture, need not fear our death: Sing praises God out of Zion! God s mercy is ours, God is Lord over all: Glory be God! May all generations find por in His call: Sing praises God out of Zion! Oh come one all with thanksgiving praise: Glory be God! Give glory God, your brightest banners raise: Sing praises God out of Zion! Ulrik V. Koren Crown Him with Many Crowns... Diademata INVOCATION AND THE LORD S PRAYER (use debts ) ANTHEM We Praise Thee, We Bless Thee James Mulholl We praise Thee, bless Thee, give thanks Thee, O Lord. O God our heavenly Maker, thank Thee for the beauty plenty of the world. We thank Thee for the b of family ties that bind us gether in forgiveness, in understing in love. We thank Thee for the happiness challenge of each day the joyful thanksgiving of this hour as lift up our hearts in gratitude un Thee. PASTORAL PRAYER AND CHORAL RESPONSE HYMN 61 Now Thank We All Our God...Nun danket READING OF THE SCRIPTURE Psalm 24 (Pew Bible, page 436) Following the reading, Leader: The Word of God for the people of God. All: Thanks be God. SERMON HYMN GIVING BACK.... Dr. Michael B. Brown Today s sermon available on CD; contact MarbleVision. All Things Are Yours...Please refer insert. CALL TO FAITHFULNESS SOLO ANTHEM My Tribute....Andraé Crouch Brian Hurst, bass-barine Following the solo all are invited repeat the refrain: To God be the glory, God be the glory, God be the glory for the things You have done. With Your blood You have saved me, with Your pow r You have raised me. To God be the glory for the things You have done. The Promise of Living Aaron Copl Thanksgiving Song from The Tender L Adrienne Pardee, soprano; Joan Mohre, mezzo-soprano; Chad Kranak, tenor The promise of living with hope thanksgiving is born of our loving our friends our labor. The promise of growing with faith with knowing is born of our sharing our love with our neighbor. The promise of living, the promise of growing, is born of our singing in joy thanksgiving. Give thanks there was sunshine, give thanks there was rain, give thanks have hs deliver the grain, O let us be joyful, O let us be grateful the Lord for His blessing. The promise of ending in right understing is peace in our own hearts peace with our neighbor. Let s sing our song with our hearts, find a promise in that song. Horace Everett DEDICATION OF PLEDGE CARDS 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! 2

3 BENEDICTION AND CHORAL RESPONSE POSTLUDE Now Thank We All Our God.... arr. Virgil Fox PARTICIPATING IN THE SERVICE Dr. R. Mark King, Chad Tanaka Pack The Marble Choir Live stream Sunday Wednesday Worship at MarbleChurch.org. Use of phographic tape recording equipment is not permitted during the service. Assistive Listening System (infrared) available for use off center aisle ask an usher. First Sunday in Advent November 29 10:45am, Prelude for Advent: Arias of Hel Bach 11:00am Worship, All the Joy We Feel Dr. Michael B. Brown Today FLOWERS ARE PLACED IN THE SANCTUARY In loving memory of Don Forchelli, Jr. by Jeff Sadie Forchelli; Joe, Katie, Bert Olive by their grdaughter, Donna Trombetta. 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, New Chapel. A time of prayer, Scripture reading hymn singing. Led by Rev. Gregory Johnson. Every Sunday; Holy Communion. The Colloquium: Dr. Hyun Kyung Chung 10:00am, Labyrinth Room. See page 5 Spotlight. AFTER WORSHIP Coffee Hour 12:15pm, Labyrinth Room. All invited. Make new friends, greet old ones. Visit Welcome Action Tables, learn about ministries outreach. Prayer Room Open 12:15pm, next Reception/29th St Lobby. Pray with member of Marble Prayer Team or speak a Stephen Minister. Thanksgiving Brunch 12:15pm, Marble Loft, follod by Homecoming Show 1:30pm, Sanctuary. See page 5 Spotlight. 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 Christmas Food Baskets Please make a monetary donation help provide baskets for 45 homeless veterans other families. Visit Action Volunteer Table day pay by credit card, check or cash, or leave check at Reception (made out Marble Church, with Housing+Solutions Baskets in memo). Dear Santa Letters Icahn House Christmas Party Please see day s insert. Congregational Care Prayer Shawl Ministry / 1st 3rd Mondays, 4:00-5:00pm Knit/crochet prayer shawls for ill/homebound. Materials provided. Contact Judy Tulin, JTulin@MarbleChurch.org. For the holidays, purchase hats/mittens/scarves created by Knitting/Crocheting Ministry members. Sp by Mondays, December 7 or 21, 4:00-5:30pm. NO JAZZ REVELATION TODAY Returns Sunday, December 13, 5:00pm Jazz Revelation Survey Please let us know your thoughts at: Since September, Jazz Revelation has been on Sundays are thankful for those attending. Hover, numbers have shown a dramatic drop since the move from Friday Sunday therefore want be sensitive the best time offer this service. Additionally, it is good monir feelings interests of those attending. Ansrs are anonymous. By entering the Sanctuary, you grant Marble Collegiate Church unrestricted right use publish, transmit or telecast phographs or likenesses that might be taken of you this day for use in communications related the church. If you are uncomfortable in the Sanctuary you are lcome worship downstairs in the New Chapel. 3

4 Upcoming WEWO: WEDNESDAY WORSHIP No WeWo this ek. Have a blessed Thanksgiving! Returns December 2, 6:15pm Dr. Michael B. Brown preaching TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 24 Sr. Carol Perry s Weekday Bible Study does not meet. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER Fellowship does not meet. Join us December 2. 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 are invited come closer. It is an age-old journey that is never finished. Through December 20. SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 29 Advent Small Groups Begin Christmas or Confusion, Bethlehem or Bedlam? Join a Small Group exp your Advent journey. Groups meet four eks beginning November 29. Many groups meeting times available. Inquiries Baleta McKenzie or Rev. Kirsty DePree. Sign up during Coffee Hour or online. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 10:00am Family Worship All lcome join CYF for this uplifting service. Message by Rev. Kirsty DePree. Marble Loft. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 12:15pm Women s Advent Baby Shor Bring unwrapped, new baby clothes (2T, 3T, 4T) be distributed through Hour Children. Light refreshments, $14. Register, get gift ideas, bring donations Women s Table at Coffee Hour. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13 Men s Social Event Join us for Jazz Revelation then gather for good food fellowship at John Doe Restaurant, 5th Ave (bet. 28th-29th). For more details, register, or for full listing of all our programming, please visit MarbleChurch.org or sp by Welcome Center after Worship. Information POINSETTIAS ARE PLACED IN THE SANCTUARY AT CHRISTMAS in honor or memory of friends loved ones whose names appear in the Sunday Bulletin of December 20. To pay tribute someone in your life while adding the beauty of the Sanctuary, please return a Christmas Poinsettias card (found at Reception) with your contribution by Sunday, December 6. PRAYERS FOR PEACE RIBBONS New orange ribbons on the fence represent our prayers for victims of mass shootings. Please join us as continue pray for an end all conflict violence. We are preparing an indoor installment in honor of our Iraq Afghanistan service personnel. We have not forgotten those men women the sacrifices they have made. DR. BROWN S ONLINE SERIES, SOUL PURPOSE, brings you a deeper more personal understing of doctrine, why that matters in our lives of faith 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 eks in prayer over each request. Marble s Stephen Ministers may be able help you with spiritual/emotional support in difficult times. Visit Prayer Room after Worship or StephenMinistry@MarbleChurch.org. Pasral Counseling with Dr. Bill Lutz Please call Judy Tulin schedule. Blann-Peale Counseling Ctr Individual, group, family , blannpeale.org. MARBLE S MEDIA MINISTRY Visit bsite or contact MarbleVision. CDs, DVDs, books, featuring Dr. Brown, Dr. Caliro, Dr. Peale, others. Sr. Carol s book Waiting for Our Souls Catch Up available, as ll 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 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 sp by Welcome Center in Marble Loft (274 5th Ave) during Coffee Hour learn more about our faith community. New Marble? Pick up a lcome 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 warmly invite you join with us as you travel along. For more information about upcoming New Member Orientations come Deacons Pew (right of Chancel) after Worship talk with one of our Membership team (aring red carnations). Or call Kim Sebastian-Ryan, ext 221. We d love have you join us! TODAY! Spotlight 10:00am The Marble Colloquium: Peace Is Possible We lcome Dr. Hyun Kyung Chung as continue our special series. Outsting scholars from the spectrum of theological ecclesiastical academia offer presentations on current yet provocative pics of relevance the modern church in Marble s unique urban setting. Bring your curiosity your questions. Labyrinth Room. Earlier this year Professor Chung helped organize a group of 30 international women peacemakers, including Gloria Steinem two Nobel Peace Prize recipients, Pyongyang, North Korea where they called for an end the 62-year-old unfinished Korean War. They crossed the DMZ beten North South Korea as they walked for peace it was a Her-Sry making event. Professor Chung shares sries pictures with us of this incredible occasion speaks on the anamy of terrorism the alchemy of peacemaking in a broad sense. She also reflects on the theological spiritual meaning of enemy love ways create peace. Dr. Chung is professor of Inter-faith Engagement at Union Theological Seminary. She is a Christian scholar-activist, writer, international lecturer 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 singing. Holy Communion. New Chapel. Every Sunday. 11:00am Worship Dr. Michael B. Brown, preaching. 12:15pm Coffee Hour Visit Welcome Action Volunteer Tables, learn about ministries outreach. Labyrinth Room. 12:15pm Thanksgiving Brunch We give thanks for our unique diverse faith community with a bountiful feast. $20, adults; $10, children. No reservation needed; seating limited. Marble Loft. 1:30pm Homecoming Show A celebration in music laughter featuring the Ministers Members of the Staff Board. No charge. Sanctuary. Homecoming 2014 MASTERWORKS HERALDING THE PRINCE OF PEACE Special Preludes during Advent 10:45am During Advent, arrive early for Worship for this special time of quiet meditation beautiful music in the Sanctuary. Generously underwritten by Lynda Packard in honor of her parents, Lynn John Packard, with heartfelt thanks the Marble Community for their prayers. Sunday, November 29 Arias of Hel Bach Lauren-Rose King, soprano; Jonathan May, countertenor; Nicholas Hay, bass Sunday, December 6 Matthew Slotkin, classical guitarist Sunday, December 13 Carols for String Quartet with Mina Smith, cello Sunday, December 20 Artists be Announced 5

6 Knowing I am loved when I wake up every day. The most important thing in life. Singing in Marble s Gospel Choir. No more living in poverty. GIVING BACK Knowing can live in safety with all, prosper safely. These are but a few of the many responses the Blessing Card you re asked fill out in Worship on November 8. God s pledge card you. Today, I ask that you return God s love define what Love is means you Give Back through your pledge. Blessings, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ s) about Giving When will make our giving commitments for 2016? We dedicate our pledges in Worship day! The first Sunday in the new pledging year falls on January 3. What is a pledge? A pledge is a promise give back financially 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 God each other, dedicate our pledge cards (our promises on the cards) in Worship. How do I make a pledge? You can fill out a pledge card day (found in pew racks, at Marble Reception 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 ekly recurring credit card or bank transfer gift. I ve pledged in the past. Do I need do it again? If you pledged in the past, you will receive offering envelopes in the mail in early December. Even so, hope you will also fill out a new pledge card so 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, will have more than enough for the ministry that has been entrusted Marble Church. Thank you for Giving Back. Dr. Michael B. Brown, Senior Minister 1 West 29th Street, New York, NY MarbleChurch.org

7 ALL THINGS ARE YOURS Bryan Jeffery Leech, 1989 (Verse 4 alt.) 1. All things are 2. Give out of 3. O what a 4. All things are gifts heart, give gifts your a - yours: love joy yours: you; hs. gain. you; share, deeds true, prayer in by the our Christ s us - gifts thanks your Your You through strong ing make Word give, make so word have pres that com- that you no - ence, name us share love true ms; then true ex are when are out of when give, un - needs ser - - der - though vice, press - an - giv - en shall re - turn our your head, your com - pas - sion re - turn our so score that gifts ing sr de - with be care. needs. you. clare Hope Publishing Company. CCLI Song # Used by permission. CCLI License # LOVE DIVINE Sunday, December 6 2:30pm, Sanctuary Encounter the mystery of this sacred season with The Marble Choir, Festival of Voices Chamber Orchestra directed by Kenneth Dake. Inspirational readings dance add this journey ward the true meaning of Advent Christmas. Invite friends share in this special tradition. Admission: $60, reserved seating, advance purchase; $35, general admission at door (pending availability); $30 in advance. $25, students/seniors, at door; $20 in advance. Purchase tickets at Coffee Hour, MarbleChurch.org, or contact Anna Nugent, ANugent@MarbleChurch.org. Please note: advance pricing ends at 3:00pm, Thursday, December 3. PLEASE JOIN MARBLE S CHRISTMAS GIFT GIVING! Through Sunday, December 13 PLAY SANTA! Buy a gift requested by a child of SCAN NY or ICAHN HOUSE Choose a letter in the Marble Loft after Worship. BRING NEW GAMES AND TOYS STUFFED ANIMALS, HAND-HELD ELECTRONICS for underprivileged children through age 14. BRING NEW SCARVES, GLOVES, SOCKS, HATS AND TOILETRIES (full travel-size) for elderly, homebound, hospitalized homeless adults. Only new unwrapped gifts, please! Deliver The Action Volunteer Table in the Marble Loft CHRISTMAS PARTY FOR CHILDREN FROM ICAHN HOUSE Saturday, December 12, 9:00am - 3:00pm Help host our annual Christmas Party in the Marble Loft (274 5th Ave) for single mothers their children who reside at Icahn House East. Volunteers needed set-up, serve food, assist with holiday arts & crafts more. Sign up at the Action Volunteer Table or contact Tom Schneider, TSchneider@MarbleChurch.org.

8 Vision: We envision a world where all become the individuals God created us be. Mission: Marble Collegiate Church is a diverse, inclusive community of God s people led by the life teachings of Jesus Christ. We inspire everyone 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, Blanburg Reformed Partnership Lead Program Direcrs Kenneth V. Dake, Direcr of Music Christina Morano Keiser, Direcr of Media Catherine Ortiz, Direcr of Marketing & Communications Gayle F. Robinson, Chief Operating Officer Kim Sebastian-Ryan, Direcr of Church Growth & Connecting Ministries Susanah Wade, Direcr 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, Sra Diaz Ted Gregory, Richard Harper, G. Gregory Lozier, Robert L. Williams Serving as Deacons Intersections International: Barbara Costigan 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 Hampn, Jessica Scovel Contributions (Offerings Pledges)... Shana Wolfe, T.J. Houlihan Facilities/Events.... Stuart Cole Festival of Voices/Gospel Choir.... Korl Simmons Funerals/Memorial Services/Columbarium.... Any Minister, Judy Tulin Missions/Outreach.... Susanah Wade New Members.... Kim Sebastian-Ryan, Anna Nugent Outreach Volunteering.... Tom Schneider Pasral 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 Planned Giving... Mark King, Chad Tanaka Pack, T.J. Houlihan Virtual Ministries... Siobhan Tull Weddings.... Gary Thompson Welcome 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.