"One Church Working Together"

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1 Second Sunday in Advent, Humility Candle December 9, 2018: Malachi 3:1-4; Luke 1:68-79; Philippians 1:3-11, Luke 3:1-6 Have you ever muddled and fuddled a situation until cried you out, Ok, I give up?! If so, words like these ushers or presses us into the realm of humility. Humility is the place where we find the grace that transforms muddled and fuddled thinking. Transformation may come as Malachi describes, For he is like a refiner's fire and like fullers' soap; he will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and he will purify the descendants of Levi and refine them like gold and silver, until they present offerings to the LORD in righteousness. Sometimes healing hurts, but in the end, we will be more like Jesus! Oh Come, O Come Emmanuel, I am (we are) confident of this, that the one who began a good work among you (us) will bring it to completion by the day of Jesus Christ. Philippians 1:6 Blessed Advent, Rev. Julia Church Office: or Fax: office@mtcarmel-bc.org Website: mtcarmel-bc.org Follow us on Dial-A-Prayer: "One Church Working Together" 5732 Race Street Philadelphia, PA Reverend Dr. Donald D. Moore, Pastor Reverend Dr. Albert F. Campbell, Pastor Emeritus

2 Sunday, December 9, :00 A.M. Worship Service Music by the Church Chorus Charles A. Johnson, Jr., Director/Organist Order of Service Organ Prelude Introit Hymn In Procession (Entrance for late worshippers) Call To Worship Invocation (Entrance for late worshippers) Hymn Of Praise Responsive Reading "God Be Praised" "Jesus, What A Wonderful Child" Choral Response "The Lord s Prayer" #199 "O Come All Ye Faithful" #100 "Advent" Gloria Patri #654 Scripture Anthem (Entrance for late worshippers) Luke 2:43-45 (NIV) "Emmanuel!" Pastoral Prayer Greetings And News Of The Lord s Work Tithes And Offerings Hymn Of Meditation Sermon Invitation to Christian Discipleship Hymn In Recession Benediction/Closing Response "Mary Did You Know?" "Simple Lapse Or Serious Problem?" #214 "Hark, The Herald Angels Sing" "Amen"

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4 ANNOUNCEMENTS CALLING ALL YOUNGSTERS - AGES 9 THROUGH 17 IT IS TIME FOR THE 2019 SPEAKERS AND POSTER CONTEST! WE NEED YOU TO REPRESENT MOUNT CARMEL Speak Up! Speak Out! Draw A Picture! Show Your Artistic Talents! Complete this form and give it to Mrs. Barbara Breeze or Mrs. Vivian Barrett in the Church School Office as soon as possible SPEAKERS AND POSTER CONTEST Sermon Notes Date: Minister: Text: Title: Main Points Of The Sermon NAME TELEPHONE NUMBER AGE PARENT S NAME SCHOOL: Grade I WANT TO BE IN: THE SPEAKERS CONTEST THE POSTER CONTEST

5 Flora Austin Members Who Are Ill 2101 Belmont Avenue, Apt. F125 Philadelphia, PA ACKNOWLEGEMENTS Happy Birthday Wishes To Elsie Calland who turns 95 on December 10, 2018 Michael Brew Wisteria Harris Anita Nottingham Emily Redmond Fox Subacute at Clara Burke 251 Stenton Avenue Plymouth Meeting, PA Hummingbird Place, 1st Floor Philadelphia, PA N. Robinson Street Philadelphia, PA Delancey Street Philadelphia, PA We wish to extend our sincere gratitude for all the prayers, acts of kindness, flowers and encouraging words extended to our family during the loss of my mother, Dorothy D. Vickers. May God continue to bless and keep all of you in his care. Like a river, my appreciation flows. Lovingly submitted, Coy C. Vickers, Jr. and Family Though belated, we would graciously like to thank our church family for all their prayers, cards and gifts during this time of recovery from the loss of our son. Your love and concern for us has lessened the sorrow. We deeply appreciate all of you and will forever keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Drs. Ron and Juanita Burton ANNOUNCEMENTS "Footsteps of Faith: Still Walking" Campaign This campaign is a one year (July July 2019) faith journey in order to eliminate the remaining mortgage balance. By eliminating the mortgage, we will be in a far better position to address structural/maintenance needs inside and outside of the church building, while at the same time meeting and expanding our ministry opportunities for the church family and wider community. This is a journey of sacrifice and includes different levels of giving. See pledge cards and envelopes in the entryway. The Mount Carmel Baptist Church Dial-A-Prayer line has been updated and is LIVE! Call in for a new moment of prayer each week at !!!

6 ANNOUNCEMENTS Support Haiti Missions Each Sunday immediately after morning service now through December 30, 2018, the 2019 Haiti Missions Team will be hosting a "Pretzel & Snack" Table on the lower level. Why go home hungry when you could satisfy that craving with a light snack before lunch!! At the same time you will be supporting Mt. Carmel's Haiti Mission Team as they share God's love in Port-Au- Prince. Thanks much, Dr. Hazell. TUESDAY MCBC STEPPERZ FELLOWSHIP HALL DECEMBER 11 TH WEDNESDAY DECEMBER 12 TH BIBLE STUDY PRAYER MEETING BIBLE STUDY 12:00 NOON 7:00PM FELLOWSHIP HALL FELLOWSHIP HALL The African Heritage Ministry presents a KWANZAA CELEBRATION!!! THURSDAY DECEMBER 13 TH MIME TROUPE PRAISE DANCE FELLOWSHIP HALL Come enjoy our rich cultural history, music, food and gifts on Friday, Decem- CHURCH CHOIR 7:00PM SANCTUARY ber 28, 2018 at 6:30 PM in the D.W. Hoggard Fellowship Hall. We have a dynamic guest story teller JAWARA. This will be an enriching experience. The JOINT BOARD 7:00PM ROOM 9 Kwanzaa principle is Ujima - Collective Work & Responsibility. Enjoy good food and fellowship. Invite your relatives and friends to be a part of this year s festivities! **Please bring a small hand-made (not food) present for FRIDAY DECEMBER 14 TH HAND CHIME JR & YP CHOIR 9:30AM SANTUARY the traditional gift exchange** Cateria R. McCabe, President SATURDAY DECEMBER 15 TH DEACONESS MINISTRY MCBC YOUTH ORCHESTRA 10:00AM 10:30AM WOMEN S CHOIR RM ROOM 9 Your generosity makes a difference!...give Online MISSIONARY MINISTRY HOSPITALITY MINISTRY 11:00AM 12:00 NOON TAPE ROOM The Hospitality Ministry is currently looking for new members, female and male are welcome. For further information contact Mrs. Arlene L. Duncan- Brown at or