LIFE IN THE COMMUNITY OF FAITH

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Welcome to Northbrook Presbyterian Church October 7, 2018 We are glad you re here and thankful for the opportunity to worship with you and to share the Good News of Jesus Christ.

1 Welcome to Northbrook Presbyterian Church October 7, 2018 We are glad you re here and thankful for the opportunity to worship with you and to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. We seek to be an open, rational and compassionate people, learning each week what it means to live the love of Jesus Christ in worship and work, in word and deed. Everyone will know that you are my disciples, if you have love for one another. ~ John 13:35 LIFE IN THE COMMUNITY OF FAITH Please sign and pass the Welcome Register along your row and back. Please note joys and concerns on the Prayer Request Cards and place them in the offering. CALL TO WORSHIP One: Today we are all invited to a joyful feast, hosted by Jesus Christ. All: All who are hungry will find the bread of life here. One: All who are thirsty will find will find a fountain of grace here. All: All who are lost will find safety here. One: All who are lonely will find a friend here. All: All who are broken will find healing here. One: All who have been wandering will find a home here. For this is a heavenly banquet, and you are welcome here! All: Let us worship God! David Hough

* OPENING SONG Across the Lands Getty and Townend

All: Jesus Christ, life of the world and of all

2 * OPENING SONG Across the Lands Getty and Townend PRAYER OF CONFESSION One: Dear friends, let us love one another, because love comes from God. Whoever loves is a child of God and knows God. All: Jesus Christ, life of the world and of all creation, forgive our separation and grant us peace and unity. One: The peace that Christ gives is to guide us in the decisions we make, for it is to this peace that God has called us together into one body.

3 All: Jesus Christ, life of the world and of all creation, forgive our separation and grant us peace and unity. One: With his own body he broke down the walls of separation. By his death on the cross, Christ destroyed our divisions. All: Jesus Christ, life of the world and of all creation, forgive our separation and grant us peace and unity. * SONG OF CELEBRATION 585 Gloria a Dios (v. 1) Hymnal * THE PEACE As we are reconciled to God and to one another, share a sign of Christ s peace and love with your neighbor. During the hymn, the children are invited forward for a special message. They are then dismissed to KIDS CONNECTION * SONG 585 Gloria a Dios (v. 2 and 3) Hymnal CHILDREN S MESSAGE BAPTISM OF AAYLA INARA AULT FRENCH REFORMED BAPTISMAL LITURGY For you, little one, the Spirit of God moved over the waters at creation, and the Lord God made covenants to live in love with his people. It was for you that the Word of God became flesh and lived among us, full of grace and truth. For you, Aayla, Jesus suffered death and cried out It is finished! For you, Christ triumphed over death, rose in newness of life and ascended to reign over all. All of this was done for you, little one, though you do not know it yet. But we will continue to tell you this good news until it becomes your own. And so the promise of the gospel is fulfilled: We love because God first loved us. HYMN 482 Baptized in Water Hymnal SCRIPTURE READING Romans 8:12-17, (The Voice) NT p.158 SERMON Family Matters Rev. Marjorie Wilhelmi Mark 10:2-16 NT p. 46 WE BRING OUR GIFTS FOR THE MINISTRY OF CHRIST OFFERTORY HYMN Can God Spread a Table in the Wilderness Joseph Martin

4 THE PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE PREPARATION FOR COMMUNION SONG 301 Let Us Build a House Hymnal THE LORD S SUPPER We welcome everyone who believes in Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior to share in this meal. This morning, we serve by intinction. Please come forward by the center aisle, take a piece of bread, dip it in the cup and eat. Return to your place via the side aisles. If you are more comfortable to remain where you are, we will gladly bring the bread and cup to you. For those who desire it, you will find gluten-free, paleo bread and individual cups of juice on the table. INVITATION AND PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING, LORD S PRAYER SONGS DURING COMMUNION 510 We Gather Here in Jesus Name 507 Come to the Table of Grace CLOSING PRAYER * SENDING SONG 769 For Everyone Born Hymnal * BENEDICTION POSTLUDE * Please stand in body or spirit. CCLI license: ALL MEMBERS: PLEASE REMAIN IN THE SANCTUARY FOLLOWING WORSHIP FOR A BRIEF CONGREGATIONAL MEETING TO ELECT OFFICERS

5 LEADING YOU IN WORSHIP TODAY ARE: PASTOR: Rev. Marjorie Wilhelmi ASSITANT PASTOR: Jacqueline Spycher DIRECTOR OF MUSIC: Angel Gippert LITURGIST: David Hough PRAISE BAND: Dan Gross as leader, percussion, guitar, Pete Zajicek on piano VISUALS: Jeff Wilhelmi SOUND: Dave Vander Weide CENTER DOOR GREETER: Dorothy Warren SANCTUARY DOOR GREETER: Liz Hurbis COFFEE HOUR HOST: Henry Horldt COMMUNION SERVERS: Todd Dolan, LeeAnne Hemberg, Bozenna Johnson CHANCEL FLOWERS: Placed by Henry Horldt in memory of his beloved wife, Barbara. WINDOW FLOWERS: Placed by Henry Horldt for the ministerial staff, the love for his three daughters, Bonny, Mary and Trisha, the Murdocks for their continuing friendship, and Judy Owen for her gracious assistance. PRAYER REQUESTS: Nancy Best, Kim and Bonnie Annett, Roberta Campion, Ellie Poster, Tracey Parker, Steve Sicora, Sam Owens, Brad Back, Bob Miller, Stephanie Wicker, Connie & Roger McGuineas, Margaret Babb, Dick Forbush, Al & Mary Alice Shrosbree, Seglinda Kelle-Pritchard, Georgenia Keoleian The Board of Deacons also requests prayers for: Church members whose last names begin with the letter S and for the families and staff of Northbrook Preschool. Please continue to pray for those with health or personal issues. If a member s name has been inadvertently left off this list, please notify the church office. Also, let the church know when a member is entering the hospital or might like a supportive phone call. ELDER NOMINEES TERRI HURBIS (CLASS OF 2021) Terri joined Northbrook with her family in February of At that time, Peter Moore was the Associate Pastor, and he enthusiastically welcomed her to become involved in the youth programming. Since that time, Terri has served as an Elder, Deacon, Sunday School teacher and Angel Choir Director. She has spent 20+ summers at church camp as a JC, a counselor and now as the Camp Nurse. Her current responsibilities here at Northbrook include serving on the Children's Ministry Committee and as a volunteer at Logos. She considers herself blessed to be part of such an amazing community of faith. Terri and her six and a half year old son, Owen, live in Royal Oak. They have two dogs, Lucy and Tillie. In her spare time, Terri enjoys photography, scrapbooking and running. Terri is looking forward to serving as an Elder and hopes that this will help her continue her faith journey.

DAN GROSS (CLASS OF 2021) Dan joined Northbrook Church with his family in 1976 and can trace many of his most significant experiences over the past 40+ years back to this church.

He has gone on Mission Trips and met many lifelong friends here.

Dan developed a penchant for helping others through his youth mission experiences at Northbrook.

6 DAN GROSS (CLASS OF 2021) Dan joined Northbrook Church with his family in 1976 and can trace many of his most significant experiences over the past 40+ years back to this church. He was commissioned here as an eighth grader in 1986, participated in the youth group and attended summer camp for many years, a priceless experience he now shares with his son. He has gone on Mission Trips and met many lifelong friends here. Dan honored the passing of his father at Northbrook in 2005, got married here in 2006, stepped in to assist with the music program here in 2009 and has served on multiple committees over the years. Dan developed a penchant for helping others through his youth mission experiences at Northbrook. This affinity led to a degree in Psychology, followed by several years spent as a Social Worker in the Oakland County Health System. In 2005, Dan transferred his counseling expertise to the financial arena, spending 5 years as a Financial Advisor with MetLife before moving to a private firm to gain advanced planning experience. In 2016, Dan started his own financial company, Oakmont Financial LLC. Dan currently lives in Southfield with his wife, Jennifer, and their son Dylan (10). His hobbies include music, travel, golf, fitness, and he is a college football junkie. PENNY WILLEY (CLASS OF 2019) Penny and her family have been members at Northbrook since She is married to Dan and has 3 kids: Madelyn (26), Nate (23) and Evan (16). She has served on Session 3 prior times, was part of the team that launched the Logos program, served on an interim pastor search committee and, most recently, has been part of several worship groups, exploring alternative worship ideas and planning special services. DEACON NOMINEES MICHAEL HUDDLESTUN (CLASS OF 2021) As an active member of Northbrook for 20 years, Mike has served as an Elder and is currently a member of the choir. He sings in the key of off. For the last 31 years, he and his wife, Julie, have resided in Beverly Hills/Pure Michigan where they ve raised two very wonderful children, Michael and Jessica, five dogs, three cats, two cockatiels, lizards, turtles, a pair of ducks and countless fish. It s been a lot of fun! After a 45 year career in television marketing and advertising sales throughout the country, he recently retired from his position at the Disney ABC Television Group. It was time to go off the air.

Based upon his faith in God, his savior Jesus Christ, his love to help others and life experiences, Mike looks forward to becoming a Deacon at Northbrook.

7 Upon first impression, Mike may seem shy and introverted, but he is not. He s very approachable and loves to make friends. Born and raised in South Bend, Indiana, he loves the state of Michigan, but is and will always remain a confirmed Hoosier. Based upon his faith in God, his savior Jesus Christ, his love to help others and life experiences, Mike looks forward to becoming a Deacon at Northbrook. DIANE JOPPIE (CLASS OF 2019) Diane has been a member of Northbrook since Her church background has been in Christian Reformed Church and Reformed Church, serving as Sunday School teacher, VBS teacher, Youth Leader and Deacon. Diane has been married to Doug Joppie for 48 years. They have 3 children living in Waterford, MI, Chicago, IL, and Atlanta, GA. They also have 4 very adorable grandchildren. Diane is a retired Registered Nurse having worked for the Sisters of Mercy hospitals for 40 years, the last 29 years of which were spent at St Joe s in Pontiac in surgical, post-op units. Her time now is still spent in care giving for her grandsons in Waterford and for her 90 year old Mom who is in a dementia unit in Grand Rapids. Diane has been honored to serve on the Northbrook Board of Deacons for the last 3 years, seeing firsthand how many caring, loving, and dedicated people Live the Love of Jesus Christ here. Northbrook truly is a place where you can put your faith into action and make a difference in the world. CONNIE JORDAN (CLASS OF 2021) Connie has been a member of Northbrook for about 20 years, having initially been invited to worship by Nancy Best. Over these years, she has enjoyed attending weekly Bible studies, getting to know our wonderful members at fellowship events and serving the church as a Deacon and on many committees. In her working life, Connie was a social worker, doing outreach and counseling with senior citizens in Detroit, then later working with developmentally challenged adults in community group homes. Connie and her husband, Bill, live in Beverly Hills with a big orange cat named Al. They have a 30 year old son, Chris, who grew up at Northbrook attending youth activities each week. Chris lives nearby in Clawson and is enjoying his television production career with PBS Detroit. Connie enjoys travel, cooking, attending concerts, plays, and movies, doing crossword puzzles and playing strategy games with Bill and Chris on most Sunday evenings, fueled by Thai carryout food. She looks forward to returning to the Board of Deacons.

NOMINATING COMMITTEE SUSAN BOESE (CLASS OF 2020) Sue and her husband, Tim, have been Northbrook members since 1986 with detours to Dallas and Memphis.

Sue has been on the Mission Connection Committee for several years, been on the Nominating Committee, taught Sunday school and has been an Elder.

8 NOMINATING COMMITTEE SUSAN BOESE (CLASS OF 2020) Sue and her husband, Tim, have been Northbrook members since 1986 with detours to Dallas and Memphis. Both of their daughters were confirmed at Northbrook, and Caroline was married here in June. Sue has been on the Mission Connection Committee for several years, been on the Nominating Committee, taught Sunday school and has been an Elder. The worship, Christian fellowship and support have all been such blessings. Sue tries to continue to Live the Love of Jesus Christ. ELIZABETH HURBIS (CLASS OF 2020) Liz became a member of Northbrook in 1988 after attending services for about a year. Her daughter, Katie, and her friends from Berkshire Middle School wanted to join the youth group and soon her family was involved along with several other Berkshire families. Katie actually attended preschool in the late 70's at Northbrook. Liz has two other daughters, Terri, an active member of Northbrook and mother of Owen, and Stephanie who is married to Brad, have a son named William. Her grandsons are the lights of her life. Many of you are familiar with Owen who at 6 1/2 is a Northbrook regular and a treasure to her. Owen began first grade this fall and loves his school and teacher. Will, at 2 1/2+ years, is less known at Northbrook but is an adorable character, as well. He is everything a two year old should be, funny, energetic and stubborn. Together, these boys make Liz heart sing! Liz has a part time job at Simply Good Kitchen in Birmingham that often feels like a full time job. She mostly works at the counter at this very busy store that sells individual gourmet meals to go. Most days, the store has people stop by and at holiday time, the numbers and hours increase. Liz also has a small design business, has exercised regularly at the YMCA for 40+years, enjoys time spent with her friends and volunteers in the community. Liz has served as an Elder and as a member of the Building and Grounds committee for 10 years. She was also the Red Cross coordinator for over 10 years. Currently, Liz is the chairman of the Adult Education Committee.

9 CANS FOR COMMUNION TODAY On every Communion Sunday (the first Sunday of each month), the Mission Connection Committee will take up a collection of canned goods to be distributed to an area food pantry and distribution centers. Please bring cans of food to church on Communion Sundays so we can help put food on the table for those who are hungry. The collection point will be near the name tag table and main doors leading into the Narthex. No glass and please make sure the cans are not expired. Thank you. ACS MAKING STRIDES AGAINST BREAST CANCER WALK Please join Barb Stetson and Macy's on Saturday, October 13 at 9 a.m. at Hart Plaza in Detroit. Macy's has a Pink Text so stop by and walk with our team. Go to MakingStridesWalk.org/DetroitMI to register. There is no cost to join our team, Macy's Pink Warriors. Call Barb Stetson at (248) for any questions. FLU SHOTS Join us for a flu shot clinic on Sunday, October 14 from 9:30 11:30 a.m. Flu shots and pneumonia shots will be available. Flu shots are $33 if not covered by insurance and pneumonia shots are $95 if not covered by insurance. Please see the sign-up sheet in the main hallway. If you have questions, please contact Kathy Bauhof at kathybauhof@gmail.com. LOGOS WEDNESDAYS AT 5 P.M. LOGOS meets on Wednesdays and undergoing some exciting changes this year. We will be offering a worship service and dinner open to youth AND adults! Please contact Ken Stetson for more information at stetson.kenny@gmail.com. MEN S CONNECTION THURSDAYS AT 8 A.M. Calling all men of the church. Join us at Men's Connection in the Library at 8 a.m. Thursday mornings for fellowship, Bible study and a light breakfast. We gather for prayer, thought-provoking conversation and friendship as we discuss an interesting book to help us broaden and understand our relationship with God. For more information, please contact Bill Travis, John Thomas or Phil Owen. RETIREMENT PARTY Please RSVP by October 21st for Marjorie s retirement party on Sunday, October 28 at 5 p.m. KNIT WITS OCTOBER 24 The Knit Wits meet on the 4th Wednesday of the month. Please join us on Wednesday, October 24 at 1:00 p.m. in the Library. All skill levels are welcome. SENIOR SOUPER LUNCH OCTOBER 11TH AND 25TH Senior Souper Lunch has resumed meeting on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. Please join us on Thursdays, October 11th and 25th at 1:00 p.m. in the Library for a delicious soup lunch.

10 LITURGISTS WANTED Sign up to be a liturgist. Being a liturgist is an important ministry in the church. Working together with the pastor and musicians, the liturgist helps leads the congregation in worship. A sign up sheet can be found in the main hallway. If you have questions or hesitations, please feel free to contact Marjorie at marjorie@northbrookpc.org. COFFEE HOUR HOSTS NEEDED Help Northbrook continue to be a welcoming congregation by choosing a date to be a coffee hour host. It is very easy. The coffee is already made. There are plenty of goodies in the church freezer or you may choose to add some fruit or cheese or bake some cookies. Be the first in your pew to sign up. The sign up sheet can be found in the main hallway. Please see Judy Owen with questions. AREA AGENCY ON AGING NEWSLETTER The Area Agency on Aging sends us their quarterly newsletter, and the newsletter this fall will be their last one as after 25 years they are discontinuing this publication. There is good information about caregiving and other topics, and there are also flyers about a Family Caregivers Expo at the Suburban Collection on October 13th. The information is in the entryway by the name tag table. TRUNK OR TREAT WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 24 On Wednesday October 24th from 6:30-7:30 p.m., the Children s Ministry committee will host a Trunk or Treat for Halloween. For those not familiar with the concept, Trunk or Treat is a safe, small environment where kids can trick or treat by walking in the Northbrook parking lot from car to car, trick or treating! To make this event a huge success, we are in need volunteers who would be willing to decorate their car trunks and hand out candy from 6:30-7:30 p.m. in our parking lot. This is a fun, family friendly all ages event. If you are interested in participating, feel free to contact Terri Hurbis at terri.hurbis@gmail.com or (248) Please plan to arrive by 6 p.m. so we can arrange the cars in the parking lot. We suggest planning candy for kids. Finally, invite your family, friends and neighbors! Any questions, don t hesitate to reach out! We are looking forward to a GREAT event!

Suburban Collective Showplace 46100 Grand River Ave. Novi, MI 48374 Registration takes place at the door.

11 Suburban Collective Showplace Grand River Ave. Novi, MI Registration takes place at the door. A day of help & support for family caregivers Attend expert presentations Visit with over 100 exhibitors On-the-spot referrals to local programs &services Free respite care. (Limited space. Register for FREE onsite respite care at ) Presentation Topics How to Protect your Assets from the Devastating Cost of Long Term Care Caring for the Caregiver: Creating Personal Resistance Making the Most of your Medicare Benefits Senior Bullying: What Every Caregiver Should Know Long Term Care: Resources, Programs and Options That Can Help Medicare Advantage or Medigap? What s the Right Fit? If it Sounds Too Good to be True: Protecting Loved Ones from Financial Exploitation Integrative Therapies for Caregiver Stress Understanding & Responding to Dementia-Related Behaviors Living Healthy to 100 Tackling Transportation: How to Get Around When You Can No Longer Drive Take a Break Before You Break

12 This Week at Northbrook SUNDAY, October 7 10:15 a.m. Worship & Communion 10:15 a.m. KIDS Connection 11:15 a.m. Congregational Meeting 11:30 a.m. Choir Rehearsal MONDAY, October 8 8:00 p.m. AA Meeting Men s Group TUESDAY, October 9 6:30 p.m. Congregational Life Comm. Mtg. 7:00 p.m. Building & Grounds Comm. Mtg. 7:00 p.m. Mission Connection Comm. Mtg. WEDNESDAY, October 10 10:00 a.m. Pastor s Bible Study 12:00 p.m. AA Meeting 5:00 p.m. LOGOS 6:30 p.m. Pastor s Bible Study THURSDAY, October 11 8:00 a.m. Men s Connection 1:00 p.m. Senior Souper Lunch SUNDAY, October 14 9:30 a.m. Flu Clinic 10:15 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m. KIDS Connection 11:30 a.m. Deacons Meeting 11:30 a.m. Choir Rehearsal 11:30 a.m. Adult Education Comm. Mtg. Northbrook Presbyterian Church W. Fourteen Mile Road, Beverly Hills, Michigan Telephone (248) Fax (248) info@northbrookpc.org Rev. Marjorie Wilhelmi, Pastor Rev. Jacqueline Spycher, Assistant Pastor of Outreach Ministries OFFICE HOURS Monday Thursday: 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Friday: 9:00 a.m. Noon Worship: Sundays at 10:15 a.m. More news and calendar information can be found online at

LIFE IN THE COMMUNITY OF FAITH

LIFE IN THE COMMUNITY OF FAITH Welcome to Northbrook Presbyterian Church October 14, 2018 We are glad you re here and thankful for the opportunity to worship with you and to share the Good News of Jesus Christ. We seek to be an open,