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1 Summerville Presbyterian Church 4845 St. Paul Blvd. Rochester, New York, Second Sunday of Advent Sunday, December 8, :55 a.m. Worship Service Scott Woods Memorial Bell Choir LightingtheCandleof Peace

2 Welcome. We re glad to gather together as a community of faith today. No matter where you are on the journey of faith, you are welcome here to join in worship and service. If you are new to this community of faith, we rejoice in your presence with us. Remember, we re not strangers, but rather friends who journey together, following the Lord Jesus Christ. If you are a newcomer, we invite you to sign the pew pad. Please turn off all cellular phones, pagers and watch alarms during worship. Please refrain from using flash photography during the worship service. If you are seated on the aisle, and the sanctuary is filling with people, kindly move toward the center of the pew, allowing others to enter and join the community with the least disturbance to others. Thank you. Child Care is available on the lower level for infants/toddlers. Two child-care attendants staff the infant/toddler room. If you are able to assist in the care of our children, please contact the church office. Large Print Bibles are available from the ushers upon request. Please return the Bible to the ushers after the service. Hearing Assistance devices are available from the ushers or the audio/video console at the rear of the sanctuary. Miss A Worship Service? Services are recorded every week. A CD-R is available upon request by contacting the church office at Note: ENTRANCE TO THE CHURCH (AFTER ANNOUNCEMENTS) WILL BE BY THE FRONT DOOR AND ONTARIO VIEW STREET ONLY! ANY ANNOUNCEMENTS REGARDING INCLEMENT WEATHER OR EMERGENCY CLOSINGS CAN BE FOUND ON CHANNELS WROC TV 8, WHEC TV 10, WHAM TV 13, YNN NEWS CABLE CHANNEL 9, AND RADIO STATION WHAM. Interested in Learning More...about Summerville Presbyterian Church or becoming a member here...call the church office for details at Usher: Jim Verni Greeter: Steve Hedges Youth Greeter: Sarah Hayes All are invited to a time of refreshment and conversation during coffee fellowship, hosted today by Todd Mayer. -2-

3 Preparation for Worship We testify that God is faithful. Even when we are faithless, God remains faithful. The Lord still brings from oppressed and uprooted peoples riches of insight and daring visions that can judge and bless the world. We can have confidence in God s coming kingdom even in the darkest times. From DeclarationofFaith Order of WorshipWeGatherinGod sname *Those who are able, please stand *GATHERING HYMN No. 18 Come, Ye Thankful People. Come ST. GEORGE S WINDSOR Minister: People: This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it. TIDINGS of the CHURCHWe invite visitors to sign the pew register INTERLUDE CALL TO WORSHIP L: A new branch will grow from the root of Jesse. P: The Spirit of the Lord will rest upon him. L: We will live in peace, and a child will lead us. P: Let us walk in the light of the Lord. THE CAINE FAMILY and Lighting of the Advent Wreaththe Candle of Peace THE CAINE FAMILY O Root of Jesse, O Peace, stir up your power within us, that in this time we may await with abundant expectation the fulfillment of your eternal presence in creation, for you live and reign among us, Maker, Savior, and Giver of Life, one God, now and forever. Amen. PRAYER of CONFESSION ( unison) Holy God, we confess that we do not walk in your light. We hurt and destroy one another; we neglect the poor and hungry. We let evil grow among us and fail to bear good fruit. Forgive us; deliver us; prepare the way for us, so that we may be ready to enter into your presence, through Jesus Christ our Lord. -3-

4 *ASSURANCE of PARDON *SONG of PRAISE Gloria PatriHymn No. 561 EPISTLE READING Romans 15: 4-13 THE CAINE FAMILY GOSPEL READING Matthew 3: 1-12 THE CAINE FAMILY THE SCOTT WOODS MEMORIAL BELL CHOIR ANTHEM Savior of the Nations, Come ARR. CATHY MOKELBUST WORDS with CHILDREN, PRAYER & LORD S PRAYER BILL CARTER (TODAY IS FAMILY WORSHIPNO CHILDREN S WORKSHOP) PRAYER for ILLUMINATION WeProclaimGod sword TANAKH READING Isaiah 11: 1-10 REV. TOM BALLARD L: The Word of the Lord P: Thanks be to God. ANTHEM Advent Cry JOSEPH MARTIN Veni, veni redemtorveni veni redemptor Peace will come on the wings of promise hope will come like the morning s first call. Joy will come on the winds of the spirit Love will come, love will come. Come, Lord Jesus, come Peace will come on the wings of the angels hope will come like a song in the night. Joy will blossom like roses in springtime. Love come, live will come, love will come, come, Lord Jesus, come. SERMON When the Perfect Judge Comes REV. TOM BALLARD -4-

5 WeRespondtoGod sword *HYMN of REFLECTION - see insert Wild and Lone the Prophet s Voice ABERYSTWYTH USED BY PERMISSIONONE LICENSE JOYS and CONCERNS, PRAYER of INTERCESSION REV. TOM BALLARD PRESENTATION of TITHES and OFFERINGS OFFERTORY REV. TOM BALLARD *DOXOLOGY AND PRAYER OF THANKSGIVINGHYMN #556 WeGoinGod sname *HYMN of GOING FORTH - see insert May the God of Hope Go with Us USED BY PERMISSIONONE LICENSE ARGENTINA BENEDICTION BENEDICTION RESPONSE POSTLUDE The pastor will greet you at the main entrance doors following worship. For the benefit of those who wish to listen to the postlude, please refrain from visiting with your neighbors until you have left the Sanctuary, or until the Postlude is concluded. We thank Julie Covach for being our music director this morning. -5-

6 If you would like to order a poinsettia in Memory or in Honor of a special someone, please place the tear off in the offering plate or return the tear off sheet to the office or call Kathy at and place your order The cost this year will be $ 9.00, with checks made payable to the SPC Flower Fund (payment in advance would be appreciated) The flowers will be on display Sunday Dec. 22nd and Christmas Eve. Orders must be received by Sunday, December 15th. Name In Honor of In Memory of # of $ 9.00 each for a TOTAL of $ -6-

7 Announcements - Our Church Have you turned in your estimate of giving for 2014? Your gift is an important part of planning for ministry in the year ahead. On Sunday, December 15th, immediately following our Christmas Pageant, the CY Ed committee will be hosting a Continental Breakfast in Fellowship Hall. We are asking people to bring items such as donuts, muffins, coffee cake, fruit, bagels and cream cheese. Please bring enough to serve eight people. Drinks and place settings will be provided by CY Ed. Hope to see you there! Our Mission Focus for today is CASA. Please see the flyer insert for Festival of the Trees for more information. Sarah Circle will meet on Thursday, December 19th at 12:15 for a holiday luncheon. For more information, contact Alice Estes. Announcements - Our Community If you have extra fabric or regular knitting yarn, Dress-A-Girl through Angels of Mercy would accept your donation for their project. It takes 2 yards of fabric to make a dress. For more information, contact Susan Connor. The Irondequoit Chorale will perform Caribbean Christmas Mass by local composer Glenn McClure on Sunday, December 22, 2013 at 3:00 p.m. at Asbury First United Methodist Church, 1050 East Avenue. The Panloco Steel Drum Band will accompany the chorale in this unique setting of the Christmas Story. -7-

Children s Workshop December Events December 1 FAMILY WORSHIP December 8 Christmas Pageant Rehearsal Room 15 December 15 Super Christmas Christmas Pageant Followed by Continental Potluck

Jr./Sr. High Class (grades 8-12) in Room 2 with Mrs. Alana Sullivan Youth Group News (Grades 6-12) Ronald McDonald House & Dinner at Carter's: Sunday, Dec.

8 Children s Workshop December Events December 1 FAMILY WORSHIP December 8 Christmas Pageant Rehearsal Room 15 December 15 Super Christmas Christmas Pageant Followed by Continental Potluck Brunch December 22: Christmas Lesson Room 12 December 29: FAMILY WORSHIP Full cast Christmas Pageant rehearsals: Sat., Dec. 7 from 2-4 p.m. and Sat., Dec. 14 from 10 a.m. - noon Shepherds: All who are available. Jr./Sr. High Class (grades 8-12) in Room 2 with Mrs. Alana Sullivan Youth Group News (Grades 6-12) Ronald McDonald House & Dinner at Carter's: Sunday, Dec. 15 th following the Christmas Pageant Brunch. Please let Mrs. Carter know by Monday, Dec. 9 th whether or not you plan to attend. Presbytery s Movie Madness at SPC on Friday, Jan from 10 p.m. 7 a.m.

9 Mission Advent Festival of Trees The 6th annual Festival of Trees will be in Fellowship Hall starting November 24, a tree designated for individual contributions to Kirkhaven SeniorFirst Community, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), the Irondequoit Community Cupboard, Sunset House, Rochester Area Interfaith Hospitality Network (RAIHN), and Cameron Community Ministries. A Wish List is provided by each mission. Although specific missions will be a focus each week, contributions are welcome any Sunday: November 24, December 1, 8, 15, and 22 but noting individual deadline dates for Kirkhaven, CASA, and Cameron. Our focus Sundays are: November 24 Kirkhaven December 1 Cameron Community Ministries December 8 CASA December 15 Irondequoit Community Cupboard December 22 RAIHN and Sunset House The CASA tree has opportunities for specific gifts requested by children (and sometimes a parent) in the court system. The return date for wrapped CASA gifts was not available at press time, but watch the bulletin for the designated date. UNWRAPPED GIFTS for Kirkhaven should be returned by December 15 for our delivery December 16, gifts used for Santa to distribute to the 147 residents at their annual party. UNWRAPPED GIFTS for Cameron should be returned by December 8 for delivery December 9. Thank you for your continued generosity in this season of giving. Please note all gifts, with the exception of those for CASA, will be delivered unwrapped as requested by the other five missions we serve. Mission Advent Festival of Trees Wish Lists Kirkhaven Focus (NOVEMBER 24) Costume jewelry and stuffed animals are especially popular, scarves Toiletries (perfume, after-shave, hand lotion, liquid body wash, bath powder, etc.) Candy (regular/sugar-free) and/or cookies in tins (homemade food items cannot be accepted) Large print puzzle/word search books; and reading materials, playing cards Large 2014 wall calendar, sports books, any books with lots of pictures Hats, gloves, mittens, mufflers, rain bonnets, hair nets -10-

10 Cameron Ministries Focus (DECEMBER 1) (unwrapped gifts returned by Dec. 8 for delivery by Dec. 9)(children ages 5-11) Marvel Superhero toys:avengers, Thor, Iron Man etc., Pokemon Soccer balls, baseballs, basketballs, sport jerseys, sports collectibles Legos, cars, trucks, hot wheels, Hand held electronic games. Mp3 players, board games, child-appropriate movies Make-up, nail polish hair accessories, jewelry suitable for young girls/teens Barbie dolls (diverse ethnicities: Latin- American, African American) CASA Focus (DECEMBER 8) (Wrapped gifts returned to church by December 15 pick up Dec. 16) Select an angel from the tree/purchase and wrap gift requested/attach identification tag Irondequoit Community Cupboard (DECEMBER 15) Canned meals (stew, hash, pasta) Canned fruit (esp. peaches and low sugar fruits) Canned beans (esp. kidney beans) Cereal & oatmeal Tomato and other soups Grape & strawberry jelly Tuna Coffee, tea, cocoa Pancake mix & syrup Sunset House Focus (DECEMBER 22) Gift cards for Staples and Wegmans 6 packs of soda Paper towels Laundry detergent, dish soap Canned peaches, pears and applesauce RAIHN Focus (DECEMBER 22) New bed pillows, towels and washcloths (new or gently used), fleece blankets Laundry detergent, cleaning supplies (kitchen and bathroom) 13 gallon garbage bags, tall kitchen bags, disinfecting cloths Children s pajamas (all sizes and genders), slippers/socks (all sizes and genders) Adult winter hats/gloves Women s deodorant $5 Wegmans gift cards -11-

11 Sunday, December 8, :30 a.m. Bell rehearsal Sanctuary 9:00 a.m. Choir rehearsal Sanctuary/Room 13 9:55 a.m. Worship, Bells Play Sanctuary Pageant rehearsal during CW 11:15 a.m. Coffee fellowship Fellowship Hall 11:15 a.m. Deacons meeting Memorial Lounge Monday, Dec. 9th 6:00 p.m. AA Rooms 10/14 7:00 p.m. CY Ed Room 2 7:00 p.m. Media Publicity and Planning Room 3 Tuesday, Dec. 10th Wednesday, Dec. 11th 6:30 p.m. Bell Choir rehearsal Sanctuary 6:45 p.m. Troop 79 Room 14 Thursday, Dec. 12th 6:30-8:00 p.m. Cub Scouts Fellowship Hall 7:00 p.m. Finance Memorial Lounge Saturday, Dec. 14th 10am-Noon Pageant Rehearsal Sanctuary Next Sunday, Dec. 15th 9:00 a.m. Choir rehearsal Room 13 9:55 a.m. Worship, Pageant Sanctuary 11:15 a.m. Continental Breakfast Fellowship Hall 1:00-4:00 p.m. Youth to Ronald McDonald House 4:00-7:00 p.m. The Carters -12-

February 23, :55 a.m. Seventh Sunday after Epiphany

February 23, :55 a.m. Seventh Sunday after Epiphany Summerville Presbyterian Church 4845 St. Paul Blvd. Rochester, New York, 14617 585-342-4242 www.summervillechurch.org email: office@summervillechurch.org Theme 2014: A New Hope February 23, 2014 9:55 a.m.