NOVEMBER 22, :00 AM CHRIST THE KING/REIGN OF CHRIST

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1 NOVEMBER 22, :00 AM CHRIST THE KING/REIGN OF CHRIST

2 CHRIST THE KING/REIGN OF CHRIST November 22, :00 am Worship Today is Christ the King Sunday, also known as Reign of Christ Sunday. This festival ends our marking of Ordinary Time after the Day of Pentecost, and moves us to the threshold of Advent, the season of hope for Christ s coming again at the end of time. The day centers on the crucified and risen Christ, whom God exalted to rule over the whole universe. As the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, Christ is the center of the universe, the ruler of all history, the judge of all people. In Christ all things began, and in Christ all things will be fulfilled. In the end, Christ will triumph over the forces of evil. WELCOME Welcome to all who are worshipping with us. Child care and a worship education program for preschoolers are available in Building D during this service. Consult an usher if you need an assistive hearing device or a largeprint bulletin. As we enter a holy space and time this morning, please silence your cell phones. The opening voluntary is the call to silent meditation and preparation for worship. OPENING VOLUNTARY J. S. Bach, arr. Virgil Fox Now Thank We All Our God *CALL TO WORSHIP One: The Lord reigns; All: Let the earth be glad! One: The whole of creation declares the glory of the Lord. All: The Lord reigns; let the earth be glad! One: Come, let us worship and declare the glory of the Lord. All: We come to proclaim God s Kingdom to the ends of the earth, God s love to the highest mountain, God s forgiveness to the depths of the sea. One: The Lord reigns; All: Let the earth be glad! *PROCESSIONAL HYMN #150 Come, Christians, Join to Sing madrid CALL TO CONFESSION PRAYER OF CONFESSION All: Holy God, how often we trust in the power of earthly rulers, instead of the power of your transforming love. Help us to turn our hearts to you, and our loyalties to your call upon our lives. [2] *Those who are able, please stand.

3 Silent confession One: Merciful God, All: Restore us in your love, and set us free to forgive as we have been forgiven, by the grace and mercy of Christ. Amen. ASSURANCE OF PARDON *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE lauda anima Praise, my soul, the King of heaven; to his feet thy tribute bring; ransomed, healed, restored, forgiven, evermore his praises sing: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise the everlasting King. (may be found as stanza 1 of hymn #478) CONCERNS OF THE PEOPLE Please sign and pass the Friendship Register. PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION SCRIPTURE READING Jeremiah 12:1-6 One: The Word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God. ANTHEM Sing Praise to Christ Johann Sebastian Bach Sing praise to Christ, the Lord. Alleluia! Sing praise to Christ, our risen Savior and King. Adore him forever, and worship his name. LITANY OF PARTING For first- and second-graders as they leave for worship enrichment Congregation: May God be with you there. Children: May God be with you here. People have an idea that the preacher is an actor on a stage, and they are the critics, blaming or praising the preacher. What they don t know is that they are the actors on the stage; the preacher is merely the prompter standing in the wings, reminding them of their lost lines. Søren Kierkegaard SERMON The University of Adversity Cleo LaRue [3]

4 *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH We believe that Jesus announced the coming of God s kingdom and its hidden presence in the midst of the world s kingdoms. He taught his disciples to seek God s kingdom first. The Christian life is an offering of one s self to God. In worship the people are presented with the costly selfoffering of Jesus Christ, are claimed and set free by him, and are led to respond by offering to him their lives, their particular gifts and abilities, and their material goods. PC(USA) Directory of Worship We believe Christ gives us and demands of us lives in pilgrimage toward God s kingdom. Like Christ, we may enjoy on our journey all that sustains life and makes it pleasant and beautiful. No more than Christ are we spared the darkness, ambiguity, and threat of life in the world. We are in the world, but not of the world. Our confidence and hope for ourselves and other people do not rest in the powers and achievements of this world, but in the coming and hidden presence of God s kingdom. Christ calls each of us to a life appropriate to that kingdom: to serve as he has served us; to take up our cross, risking the consequences of faithful discipleship; to walk by faith, not by sight; and to hope for what we have not seen. This we believe. Amen. Affirmation of Faith (from the PCUSA Declaration of Faith) *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE coronation All hail the power of Jesus name! Let angels prostrate fall; bring forth the royal diadem, and crown him Lord of all! bring forth the royal diadem, and crown him Lord of all! (tune may be found as stanza 1 of hymn #142) Sir Philip Ledger ( ), author of today s Offertory anthem, is a British composer, conductor, and academician. He is best known for his tenure ( ) as Director of the Kings College Choir of men and boys, where he succeeded the famed Sir David Willcocks. PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE 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. GIVING OF OFFERINGS OFFERTORY Christ, Whose Glory Fills the Sky Phillip Ledger Christ, whose glory fills the skies; Christ, the true, the only light; sun of righteousness, arise, triumph o er the shades of night; dayspring from on high, be near; daystar, in my heart appear. Dark and cheerless is the morn unaccompanied by thee; joyless is the day s return, till thy mercy s beams I see; till they inward light impart, glad my eyes, and warm my heart. Visit, then, this soul of mine; pierce the gloom of sin and grief; fill me, radiancy divine, scatter all my unbelief; more and more thyself display, shining to the perfect day. [4]

5 *DOXOLOGY #592 old hundredth *PRAYER OF DEDICATION *CLOSING HYMN #155 Rejoice, the Lord is King BENEDICTION RESPONSE And the Peace of God *CHARGE AND BENEDICTION CONCLUDING VOLUNTARY Now Thank We All Our God darwall s 148th Henry Purcell Sigfrid Karg-Elert As our time of worship comes to an end, our time of service begins; we depart to be the church in the world! Sigfrid Karg-Elert ( ) was a German composer of considerable fame in the early twentieth century, best known for his compositions for organ and harmonium. After having served as a regimental musician during WWI, Karg-Elert was appointed instructor of music theory and composition at the Leipzig Conservatory in Encouraged to compose by no less a figure than Edvard Grieg, one of his compositional heroes, Karg-Elert was also greatly influenced by the harmonic language of French Impressionism. [5]

6 LIFE AT TRINITY WELCOME welcome intentionally WE RE GLAD YOU ARE HERE! JOIN US FOR COFFEE AND CONVERSATION IN THE FIVE POINTS COURTYARD AFTER THE SERVICE. We can answer any questions you may have or simply get to know you, whether you are just visiting or looking for a church home. If you are interested in learning more about Trinity Church or in becoming a member, you are encouraged to attend one of the New Member classes held throughout the year. Classes are held in the Chapel Parlor from 9:45 to 10:45 am on Sunday. Child care is available. The next class series meets January 23, 31; February 7, 14. For more information, contact Gay Gunter at or gayhgunter@charter.net. worship Creatively TODAY AT TRINITY Guest Preacher, Dr. Cleo LaRue Cleo LaRue is a renowned preacher, professor, and author who currently serves as the Francis Landey Patton Professor of Homiletics at Princeton Theological Seminary. An ordained minister in the National Baptist Convention of America, LaRue has served churches in Texas and in Harlem and Jamaica Queens, New York. He is a frequent speaker at churches, seminaries, and conferences throughout the country and is a member of the Academy of Homiletics. PATH Offering Through Trinity s Answer to Hunger offering, you can help those who face hunger every day right here in Georgia. This offering funds various local projects, and a portion of the offering is used for Agape Community Center s Thanksgiving turkey giveaway and Trinity s annual St. Luke s Christmas bags, that will be assembled following worship on December 13. These bags are distributed on Christmas Day by St. Luke s Soup Kitchen. Please make generous use of the specially marked envelopes available in the pew racks. Worship Leaders Preaching: Rev. Dr. Cleo LaRue Liturgists: Rev. Pam Driesell, senior pastor; Rev. Dr. Jane Fahey, interim associate pastor Music The Chancel Choir of Trinity Church Norman Mackenzie, organist and director of music and fine arts Acolyte Carol Elizabeth Kerman Banner Bearer Leighton Bittel Flowers The flowers in the sanctuary are given by Winky and Bill Fowler to the glory of God and in loving memory of James C. Merrill Jr., L. Baker Fowler, and Jean Maxwell Fowler Jones. This morning s arrangement was created by the Trinity Presbyterian Flower Guild. [6]

7 By an error at the florist, the flowers in the narthex were meant to be in the sanctuary this past week. They are given by Mrs. Donna D. Sellen to the glory of God and in loving memory of Robert W. Sellen and her mother, Gladys Deck. Child Care Although children are always welcome in the sanctuary, child care is available for children, birth through K, in building D: infants, D100; one-year-olds, D102; two-year-olds, D104; three-year-olds, D106; pre-k, D119. Church School 9:45 am Church school classes for all ages are held at 9:45 am. For a complete description of the classes being offered, visit Community Thanksgiving Service 6:30 pm, Ahavath Achim Synagogue The annual Community Thanksgiving Service will be held at Ahavath Achim Synagogue this evening. Please join us for this interfaith worship service gathering several local congregations together to express our collective gratitude to God. Our own senior pastor, the Rev. Pam Driesell, will be preaching, and the Rev. Erin McGee will be a liturgist. NEXT SUNDAY Sunday, November 29 Let Every Heart Prepare: Beginning with the End in Mind Psalm 25: 1-2, 4-6; Luke 21:25-36 Rev. Pam Driesell preaching Five Service of Lament and Hope Sunday, November 29 5:00 pm, Dobbs Chapel Advent is a wonderful time to anticipate the arrival of God in our midst. Sometimes, however, the waiting can be hard especially when we remember a loss or are overwhelmed with the pain of the world. Come experience a worship service exploring the full expression of our Christian sorrow and our longing for hope. We will share Communion and light candles for loved ones and for those across the globe who are suffering. Casual attire is encouraged. Child care provided. GATHER JOYFULLY CONGREGATIONAL LIFE Thursday Night Supper Thursday, December 3 5:45 pm, Williams Hall Menu: fried chicken, mashed potatoes, broccoli, mixed fruit, salad, cookies Thursday Night Supper will not be held on November 26. Join us next Thursday, and gather around the table in Williams Hall to share joy, food, and fellowship. Meals are prepared from scratch, using fresh ingredients. Cost is $7 per adult, $4 per child. If you would like to join us in sharing supper with our Agape children, please contact Ginni Festa at ginnif8285@gmail.com. Reservations: or Men s Breakfast Friday, November 27 The Men of Trinity will not meet this week in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Join us next Friday, December 4, at 7:27 am. CHILDREN AND FAMILIES Advent Sunday School Sunday, December 6 9:45 am On December 6, families are invited to the annual CFM Families Advent Sunday School. Come and create special remembrances, and learn about ways to celebrate the Advent season at home. Watch your for more details. Contact: Rev. Erin McGee, emcgee@trinityatlanta.org. [7]

8 YOUNG ADULTS Faith and Fellowship Sundays 9:45 am, C105 Faith and Fellowship is now meeting in the hustle and bustle of morning Church School! Join us at 9:45 in the Groom s Room (across from the Chapel). Chris Holmes is helping us explore how reading can transform who we are in Christ. See you there for coffee, snacks, and good conversation! College Break Tuesday, November 24 Are you back in town for Thanksgiving break? Join us for lunch at the Buckhead Flying Biscuit on Tuesday, November 24, at 11:30. RSVP: Jenelle, jholmes@trinityatlanta.org, or Olivia, opatterson@trinityatlanta.org Star Wars Movie Night Friday, December 18 8:30 pm, Atlantic Station Start off the Christmas holidays with...star Wars. We ve got a limited number of tickets to see The Force Awakens on Friday, December 18, at 8:30pm, Atlantic Station. Jenelle if you re interested, jholmes@ trinityatlanta.org SENIOR ADULTS Christmas with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Saturday, December 12 2:00 pm, Symphony Hall Cost: $35 per person Over 400 musicians and singers take part in a wondrous interpretation of the four-part story of Christmas. Space is limited. To secure a place, make your check payable to Trinity Presbyterian Church with ASO on the memo line. Mail to Trinity Church, Attn: Senior Adults ASO Concert. The church bus will depart from the Trinity parking lot at 1:00 PM (no lunch) YOUTH welcome intentionally Presbyterian Youth Connection Sunday, November 22 5:00 pm, Youth Choir 6:00 pm, Youth Supper 6:30 pm, PYC Tonight after Youth Supper, junior and senior high will split for fellowship and games. We will not have PYC next Sunday; enjoy your Thanksgiving Break! Meet and Greet Andrew Esqueda Sunday, December 6 5:00-6:00 pm, Youth Lounge All parents of youth are invited to come meet new youth director, Andrew Esqueda, on December 6 in the Youth Lounge from 5-6 pm. Please make every effort to attend and introduce yourself! learn purposefully ADULTS Awakening Wednesdays 7-8:15 am, A116 Did you know that Jesus s most frequent command was to stay awake/keep watch? Awaken with this stimulating discussion group each Wednesday morning. This fall the group will start with Marcus Borg s The Heart of Christianity. Join the conversation! [8]

9 All-Church Class - Advent Windows Sunday, November 29 9:45 am Come as we open some of the windows enriching our experience of Advent on Sunday, November 29, in Williams Hall, the first Sunday of Advent. Led by Bettye Sue Wright and John Ryan, we will discover windows revealing Advent through music, art, poetry, and dance, and how they interact with the scripture and tell the advent story. SPIRITUAL FORMATION Advent Day of Quiet Saturday, December 5 9:30 am - 1:00 pm Cost: $5 for lunch Join the Trinity community for a morning of quiet preparation at the beginning of Advent. We will participate in spiritual practices meant to quiet our hearts and open them up to God s work in the world. Child care provided. Register: serve wholeheartedly MISSION Christmas Market Volunteers Needed! Once again, the Trinity Christmas Market will be held in the Gym for two consecutive Sundays, December 6 and 13, 9:30am- 1:30 pm. There will be all types of gifts for giving to everyone on your holiday list: ornaments, coffee, soup mixes, and everyone s favorite, olive oil! And, of course, there will be our Gifts for Good items to directly support specific projects in our various global mission communities. All monies raised go directly to Trinity s Global Missions. If you would be interested in volunteering to help with this fun event, please contact Allison Hall at allisonhall@att.net. Journey Shelter Join in God s transformative work through Journey by preparing a meal for 30 men at Journey Night Shelter. All ages are welcome to serve! Volunteers should arrive with a prepared meal at Journey (Druid Hills Presbyterian Church) at 6:45pm in order to serve dinner at 7:00pm. The remaining date for 2015 is December 24. Contact: Marcy Clerveaux, mclerveaux@ trinityatlanta.org Journey Shelter Celebration Join us for food, fun, and cocktails to benefit Journey Men s Shelter! Help us celebrate the work and spirit of beloved Presbyterian Belle Miller McMaster, and learn more about Journey Men s Shelter s (Druid Hills Night Shelter) residents and their road to recovery. Join us on Thursday, December 3, at 7:00 p.m. at The Highland Inn Ballroom. Please register or give a sponsorship in honor of Journey s work at or contact Rebecca Arayan at or development@journeyshelter.org. Christmas Toy Drive Donation Deadlines BCM Joyous Toys: December 2 Agape Giving Tree: December 7 In the spirit of the holiday season, Trinity is sponsoring two toy drives benefiting the Agape Community Center and Buckhead Christian Ministry. The Agape Giving Trees are located in Williams Hall and Building D. Go by, choose a name, and help make Christmas a joyous time for the Agape children, seniors, and families. The BCM donation barrels will be located throughout the church. To see a list of suggested gift items, visit [9]

10 care compassionately FINDING SUPPORT Stephen Ministry Trinity s Stephen Ministry offers confidential, one-to-one Christian care to those who are experiencing difficult life circumstances. Stephen Ministers are available in Williams Hall following the worship service. Contact: Meredith Daniel at msdaniel@ bellsouth.net or , or Marc Krause at or mtkphoto1@gmail.com. Pastoral Care To notify the church of illness, hospitalization, birth, death, or prayer request, contact Veronica Ridenhour at , or vridenhour@ trinityatlanta.org. If you need pastoral care after church hours, page the pastor on call by dialing Counseling Counseling services at Trinity are available by appointment with Mary Lisa Henry, Ph.D., LCSW. Dr. Henry can be reached through her confidential voic at THIS WEEK GATHER JOYFULLY Sunday, November 22 8:45 am Worship 9:45 am Church School 11:00 am Worship 5:00 pm Youth Choir 6:00 pm Youth Supper 6:30 pm PYC 6:30 pm Community Thanksgiving Service Monday, November 23 9:00 am Visitation Committee Tuesday, November 24 8:30 am Yoga 10:00 am Introductory Tai Chi 11:00 am Tai Chi 4:00 pm Library Committee 6:00 pm Middling Dads 7:00 pm Chapter 3C-1 7:00 pm Chapter 3C-2 7:00 pm Men in Transition C 7:00 pm Men in Transition A Wednesday, November 25 7:00 am Awakening 10:00 am Spirituality of Aging A 12:30 pm Silent Meditation 8:00 pm AA Meeting Thursday, November 26 The church office is closed in observance of Thanksgiving. Friday, November 27 The church office is closed in observance of Thanksgiving. [10]

11 lead humbly STAFF The church office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Office: Direct: (extension) Pam Driesell: senior pastor ext. 421 Jane Fahey: interim associate pastor ext. 429 Tom Farmer: pastoral associate for senior adult ministries ext. 438 Richard Floyd: interim associate pastor ext. 436 Jenelle Holmes: interim director of young adult ministries ext. 433 Norman Mackenzie: director of music and fine arts ext. 430 Erin McGee: associate pastor of children and family ministries ext. 448 Scott Morris: assistant organist, director of primary and junior choirs ext. 434 John Ryan: interim director of adult education and engagement ext. 456 Emeriti P.C. Enniss: theologian in residence emeritus Bettye Sue Wright: director of christian education emerita For a complete list of staff members, visit Cover: Bonnell, Daniel. The Blood Transfusion. [11]

12 SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 TH & 13 TH CHRISTMAS MARKET GYMNASIUM 9:30AM-1:30PM SHOP FOR HANDMADE ITEMS, FAIR-TRADE CHOCOLATE, COFFEE, OLIVE OIL, ARTWORK, ORNAMENTS, TRINITY MEMBER CRAFTS, AND BASKETS PROCEEDS GO TO TRINITY S MISSION PARTNERS [12]