THE CHURCH OF THE RED ROCKS The Rev. Dr. Cindy Parker, Pastor A Stephen Ministry Congregation An Open and Affirming Congregation ORDER OF WORSHIP

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1 THE CHURCH OF THE RED ROCKS The Rev. Dr. Cindy Parker, Pastor A Stephen Ministry Congregation An Open and Affirming Congregation ORDER OF WORSHIP The Fourth Sunday in Lent Lent is a time of journey, reflection, and ritual. We remember the journey of the Israelites out of Egypt and into the desert. We remember Jesus journey into the wilderness to be tempted by Satan. Our own lives reflect those journeys-journeys with others, passages through challenging times and times of loss, crossing from one stage of life to another. Our liturgy for Lent includes a river theme: r=reflect, i=invite, v=voice, e=engage, r=realize. Prelude "Overture" Rimsky-Korsakov *Gathering Hymn #575 "O, for a World" Welcome and Announcements Pastor: No matter who you are or where you are on life s journey, People: You are welcome here! Reflect Call to Worship One: People of God, gather today; in this sacred space, in this sacred moment. For this time step aside from your daily concerns, for here we recall the stories of faith. Here we see the God does not dodge dangerous places, here we are called to stand and face our fears, here we remember whose we are. Invite Gathering Prayer Voice Epistle Reading "From death to life" Ephesians 2:1-10 8:30 Aaliyah Bancod 10:30 Betty Williams Special Music "Not Far From Here" Lacy and Siler Keith Paulson, tenor Gospel Reading "Jesus and Pilate" John 18:28-40 Engage Message for All God s Children (It is a joy to worship with our children and grandchildren. Children ages 6 and under are invited to join Shandra for special worship activities designed just for them.)

2 Week March 11 March 18 Sunday March 11 Fourth Sunday in Lent The Rev. Dr. Margaret Gramley 8:30 am Worship Service 9:30 am Fellowship Time PCH 10:30 am Worship Service 10:30 am Nursery Care and Sunday School Monday March 12 7:45 am Tai Chi Classroom B 9:00 am Hand Bell Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary Tuesday March 13 9:00 am Growth and Outreach Ministry B 2:00 pm Witness for Justice B Wednesday March 14 10:00 am Faith in Action Ministry Conference Room 11:30 am Lenten Lunch and Worship PCH 3:00 pm Pick-A-Party, Scotch on the Rocks Ault's' home Thursday March 15 9:30 am Stephen Ministers Training Classroom B 10:00 am VOC Bible Study Martha Townsend's Home 1:00 pm Knitting Into the Mystery Classroom A 3:30 pm Choir Rehearsal Choir Room Friday March 16 7:45 am Tai Chi Classroom B 10:15 am The EDGE Classroom A Saturday March 17 10:00 am Denny Elliott Memorial and Reception 2:00 pm Duane Latham Memorial and Reception Sunday March 18 Fifth Sunday in Lent 8:30 am Worship Service 9:30 am Fellowship Time special honoring Dave Draves PCH 10:30 am Worship Service 10:30 am Nursery Care and Sunday School

The EDGE meets at 10:15 AM each Friday in Classroom A. We will be reading and discussing Seeing Gray in a World of Black and White: Thoughts on Religion, Morality & Politics by Adam Hamilton.

Heather is a composer, artist, arranger and worship leader who has appeared with church choirs around the country as well as at Carnegie Hall. Come lend your voice and be a part of this event.

Although her career is sometimes on a big stage, Heather s heart is leading the Church in worship, and she feels that her greatest calling is using her music to connect people with God.

3 The EDGE meets at 10:15 AM each Friday in Classroom A. We will be reading and discussing Seeing Gray in a World of Black and White: Thoughts on Religion, Morality & Politics by Adam Hamilton. Please call John or Carol McDougald. Sign up for the Composer Workshop with Heather Sorensen, March 24 and 25. Free of charge for the first 100 singers. Heather is a composer, artist, arranger and worship leader who has appeared with church choirs around the country as well as at Carnegie Hall. Come lend your voice and be a part of this event. The application is under "music" on Although her career is sometimes on a big stage, Heather s heart is leading the Church in worship, and she feels that her greatest calling is using her music to connect people with God. Years of experience as a church music administrator and music educator have proven to be invaluable experience, and teaching has become a large part of Heather's ministry. She taught all elementary levels of music at Grace Academy of Dallas for 4 years, served as an adjunct music professor at Baylor University, and has served on many master class panels in piano and songwriting. Heather regularly is a guest speaker and conductor at churches across America, and leads scores of sessions each year at various worship conferences, schools, and universities. Two More Lenten Luncheons March 14 and 21 at 11:30 AM. All are welcome for homemade soup, hot bread, worship and meditation. Please join us in Painted Cliffs Hall. Sign up sheets are in the narthex. You still have a chance to contribute to Camp Scholarships! Kids need to register for Camp by April 4 th so you have until then to contribute. Please designate Camp Scholarships on the memo line of your check. CRR Book Club meets Friday March 16 at 1:00 PM. Delicious by Ruth Reichl is the book we are reading this month.

4 God is Still Speaking "What is Truth?" The Rev. Dr. Margaret Gramley Choir Anthem "Come, My Way, My Truth, My Life " arr. Hal Hopson Brynn Easter, flute Prayers of the People, Prayers of the Pastor and The Lord s Prayer Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day, our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen. Realize Offertory "The Hands of Time" Michael Legrand David Leman, piano *Doxology: Hymnal #198 (refrain) Lift high the cross, the love of Christ proclaim; let all adore and praise that sacred name. *Prayer of Dedication *Sending Hymn #581 *Commissioning "Lead Us from Death to Life" *Choral Response "Forth in the Name of Christ We Go" H. Schutz *Postlude "Concerto in A Minor" Vivaldi/Bach As you depart, please greet one another with the Spirit of Christ s love. *Please stand in body or in Spirit Next week s scripture reading: March 18, 2018-is the Fifth Sunday in Lent-How does one go about seeing Jesus? In John 12:20-33 everyone wants to see Jesus. However, when they/we find Jesus he speaks out about his upcoming suffering and death. Who would welcome an invitation into a community of suffering and death? Is this the Jesus we want to see? God speaks through the message, You want to see Jesus?

The monies collected by the church ($7,500 along with the $5,000 contributed by the Mission Endowment fund) continue to remain at the church.

5 What in the world is The Church of the Red Rocks doing in regards to the homeless in Sedona? The Witness for Justice Committee continues to discuss ways we can help those who are homeless in our community. The monies collected by the church ($7,500 along with the $5,000 contributed by the Mission Endowment fund) continue to remain at the church. The plan to rent hotel rooms did not come to fruition and so we continue to dialogue with the Sedona Area Homeless Alliance. If you have any thoughts or ideas on how The Church of the Red Rocks can help bring about God's reign here and now with those who are homeless, please join the Witness for Justice committee at our next meeting on Tuesday, March 13th at 2:00 pm. Thank you! Hike with us! Andante Trail will be the next destination for the CRR hiking group. All are welcome. Meet at the church parking lot at 9:00 AM on March 12. Please Roger Bloomfield at for more information and to keep up to date in case of weather concerns. March Birthday Buddies the birthday party for all CRR members born in March will be held at John and Suzanne Moore'shome on Monday, March 26 at 2:00 PM. Please RSVP to Bob Wych at or March for Our Lives A youth delegation will represent the Southwest Conference at March for Our Lives in Washington D.C. on March 24, The Southwest Conference will cover airfare and one night's hotel or hostel costs for SWC high school students. If you would like to sponsor a youth, send checks directly to The Southwest Conference UCC, 917 E. Sheridan, Phoenix, AZ On your check memo line designate WASHINGTON MARCH. If you wish to donate Southwest Airlines frequent flier miles, contact Eli in the conference office for details. His address is: ejohson@uccswc.org or call The Worship and Music Ministry will host a conversation regarding the enhancement of music at the CRR on Thursday, March 29 at 2:00 PM in the choir room. Strengths of the music program will be discussed, as well as ideas for enhancing the program. Please plan to join us for this important conversation. John Moore, Chair, Worship and Ministry.

Large Print Bulletins and Head Sets (for amplified sound of our worship services) are available from any of our ushers. Participants Director of Music Dr.

6 Large Print Bulletins and Head Sets (for amplified sound of our worship services) are available from any of our ushers. Participants Director of Music Dr. Ryan Holder Organist/Pianist Suzanne Moore Hand Bell Director Mary Rubel Substitute Hand Bell Director Carole Weinhardt Office Administration Ginger Willetts, Marcia Bickford and Cate Wyckoff Nursery Care Shandra Ryan Greet and Usher 8:30 Winnie and Tom Wells Head Usher 10:30 Susan Pilakowski Greet and Usher 10:30 Ruth Cooper and Marcia Bickford Welcomers 8:30 Joanne Beard Welcomers 10:30 Ruth Wheaton and Ruth Paulson P. A. Operator 8:30 Don Beard P. A. Operator 10:30 Dave Draves Van Driver Roger Bloomfield Tellers Lee Clegg and Chuck Lougheed Website and Social Media Cate Wyckoff Sympathy is extended to Sally Elliott and family on the death of Denny Elliott on March 2. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, March 17 at 10:00 am. Circle of Concern Church families pray for each other: Janet Wheeler, Jackie Hornberger, Tori DuCharme, Cheryl Jackson, Dosia Carlson, and Sonja Olson. If you or someone you love is hospitalized or having surgery, please let Pastor Cindy or the office know: A Memorial service for Duane Latham will be held on Saturday, March 17at 2:00 PM.A memorial service for Denny Elliott will be held on the same day at 10:00 AM. Happy Birthday to Gerturde Mayne who turns ninety-two today, March 11. A Bible Study meets in VOC at Martha Townsend's home on Thursdays through March 22 at 10:00 AM. The study is facilitated by Martha using the Jesus Calling series by Sarah Young.

Pick-A-Party 2018 Cinco de Mayo Game Day Haul out your maracas! Bring your sombrero!

Celebrate Mexico's Independence by playing Joker, Mahjong, Bridge, Hand and Foot or other games.

Hand and Foot Party Friday May 11 at 1:00 PM Snacks, drinks and play Hand and Foot.

Home of Jim and Judy Reichert 16 Pinto Lane Sedona, AZ 86351 Join Jim and Judy on their back patio

And added treat to this typical Indiana breakfast is Montana Huckleberry Scones.

7 Pick-A-Party 2018 Cinco de Mayo Game Day Haul out your maracas! Bring your sombrero! It's a Cinco de Mayo Game Day on May 5 th at 11:30 AM. Celebrate Mexico's Independence by playing Joker, Mahjong, Bridge, Hand and Foot or other games. Enjoy Mexican cuisine. $25 per person and limited to 80 people. Sign Up Sheet in Painted Cliffs Hall. Hand and Foot Party Friday May 11 at 1:00 PM Snacks, drinks and play Hand and Foot. Host: Jackie Beaudoin, At: Canyon Mesa Clubhouse. $10 per person. Limit 24 people. Sign up in PCH please! YUM! Cowpoke Breakfast Sausage Gravy and Biscuit Brunch $25 per person Saturday, Sept :00 a.m. Home of Jim and Judy Reichert 16 Pinto Lane Sedona, AZ Join Jim and Judy on their back patio for a traditional home cooked brunch of Sausage Gravy over Biscuits. And added treat to this typical Indiana breakfast is Montana Huckleberry Scones. Warning: Not gluten free nor low in carbs! This brunch sells out fast and is limited to 20. Plan your party today! Call Joy Stouder or Joyce Bethune for information and to schedule your event. Pick-A-Parties are a vital part of the fundraising program at CRR. Please help us by hosting a party of your own.

Holy Week Preparations Palm Sunday March 25 8:30 and 10:30 PM Maundy Thursday March 29 5:00 PM Holy Communion Served Good Friday March 30 Noon to 3:00 PM Sanctuary

8 Holy Week Preparations Palm Sunday March 25 8:30 and 10:30 PM Maundy Thursday March 29 5:00 PM Holy Communion Served Good Friday March 30 Noon to 3:00 PM Sanctuary open for personal reflection Easter Sunday April 1 6:30 Sunrise Service with vocal soloists 8:30 and 10:30 AM with CRR Hand Bell Choir, Vocal Choir, Instrumentalists

9 What In the World Do You Do? Here's one answer Gertrude Mayne's daughter Barbara received a lap blanket hand made by the CRR knitting group, Knitting Into the Mystery. This group uses their talented hands to bring God's love to the world. The actual page to use is on the desk.

THE CHURCH OF THE RED ROCKS The Rev. Dr. Cindy Parker, Pastor A Stephen Ministry Congregation An Open and Affirming Congregation ORDER OF WORSHIP

THE CHURCH OF THE RED ROCKS The Rev. Dr. Cindy Parker, Pastor A Stephen Ministry Congregation An Open and Affirming Congregation ORDER OF WORSHIP The Third Sunday in Lent Lent is a time of journey, reflection,