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1 Leader: We are thankful for the many contributions that the entire Dooner family has made to our congregation. Their friendship, smiles, encouragement, and participation have made a significant impact here at Faith. We will miss each one of them, but also know that they will continue to share these blessings with those they meet in their new location. Congregation: We give thanks for the grace of God that has established the Church and this congregation. We give thanks for the Dooner family's time among us. We give thanks for Pastor Tim's kind leadership, sage words, caring and compassion. We must now accept the satisfactory conclusion of his ministry among us, as we prepare for a new chapter for our church family. Leader: Do you, the members of this congregation release Tim from his pastoral duties? Congregation: We do, with the help of God. Leader: While Tim leaves this congregation, he continues to serve the Presbyterian Church USA as a Teaching Elder. Do you offer your encouragement and support for his ministry and life as it unfolds in new ways and new places? Congregation: We do, with the help of God. Leader: Let us pray. Creator God, whose steadfast love for all has been there since the beginning, we give thanks for remembered times when we have shared the life of faith. Savior God, who sacrificed so much that we might have eternal life, we thank you for the times we have gathered in worship, in learning, in service. Our times together saw laughter and tears, hopes and disappointments, victories and failures. Comforter God, guide us as we hold these cherished and challenging memories. Inspire us to move in new directions until that time to come when we are completely one with you and with each other. Until that moment, help each of us to look to the future with the confidence, trusting in your abiding care and grace. In the name of Jesus who is the Christ. Congregation: Amen CHARGE CHORAL BENEDICTION The Lord Bless You PETER LUTKIN (Members of the congregation and Keep You who wish, may come forward to join the choir for this benediction.) POSTLUDE Sent Forth By God s Blessing ASH GROVE We are sent out from worship to be grown as disciples of Jesus Christ and to serve throughout the week as we live out His ministry. There are Sunday School classes for all ages following worship this morning at 11:20 so that we might grow and be equipped as disciples, so instead of heading out, please prayerfully consider grabbing a quick snack in Fellowship Hall and then joining a class or conversation! PASTOR: Rev. Timothy Dooner PASTOR EMERITUS: Rev. Dr. Charles E. Colson ORGANIST/DIRECTOR, SENIOR CHOIR: Brian Snyder DIRECTOR, CHILDRENS/YOUTH CHOIRS, HANDBELLS: Tammi Howorth ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT: Lynda Scheirer CUSTODIAN: Scott MacKenzie DEACON GREETER: Luana Graber FLOWER DEACON: Terry Eck WORSHIP ASSISTANT: JoAnne Herring USHER CAPTAIN: Wes Johnston USHERS: Don MacDonald, Bill Kennington, Linda Kennington, Dick Garber AUDIO: Sally Heimbach VIDEO: Mark Ingram FELLOWSHIP: Elders FLOWERS: The Piper family, in honor of Christian s & Ben s birthdays. Heather Nicholas, in honor of all Past, Present, and Future Caregivers. Worship sheets and activity bags for children are available from the ushers. Assistive listening devices are available for those with hearing difficulties. Large print hymnals are available. Please ask an usher for assistance. The large candle on the communion table is a symbol for us that, as Christians, we believe Christ is still the light of the world. May it also remind us that PEACE is what we hope for. FROM AUDIENCE TO PARTNER Order of Worship N. Second and Cherokee Streets, PO Box 507 Emmaus, Pennsylvania

2 THE ORDER OF MORNING WORSHIP 33 RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM 10:00 AM NOVEMBER 13, 2016 THE FIRST NOTE OF THE PRELUDE begins our worship. Please use the prelude time to turn your attention to God s presence and help. As worship is not an obligatory offering unto God, but a natural response to God s goodness, take time to consider all the reasons, big and small, for which you are thankful unto God. Nurturing our relationships and friendships in fellowship is essential to our life as a congregation, so please continue to do so following our time of worship. Those who are able are invited to stand. Latecomers may be seated. WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS APPROACHING GOD PRELUDE For the Beauty of the Earth KEVIN MCCHESNEY CALL TO WORSHIP FROM 1 JOHN 3 Leader: See what love the Father has given us, that we should be called children of God; and that is what we are! People: This is God s commandment, that we should believe in the name of his Son Jesus Christ and love one another, just as he has commanded us. Leader: All who obey his commandments abide in him, and he abides in them. And by this we know that he abides in us, by the Spirit that he has given us. People: By the grace and guidance of the Spirit gifted to us, and in light of the truth of God s love, let us give thanks to and worship God with our songs and with our love for one another! HYMN #275 God of Our Life SANDON CALL TO CONFESSION SILENT CONFESSION AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Leader: People: ALL: FROM THE CONFESSION OF BELHAR Friends, let us confess our faith! God has entrusted the church with the message of reconciliation in and through Jesus Christ. The church is called blessed because it is a peacemaker, and because we witness both by word and by deed to the new heaven and the new earth in which righteousness dwells. God wishes to bring about justice and true peace among people, and calls the church to participate in this. God teaches us to do what is good and to seek the right, so that justice may roll down like waters, and righteousness like an ever-flowing stream. THANKS BE TO GOD! HYMN OF ASSURANCE #579 Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, World without end. Amen, Amen. PASSING OF THE PEACE GLORIA PATRI GATHERING JOYS AND CONCERNS FOR INTERCESSIONS AND PETITIONS INTERCESSIONS AND PETITIONS THE LORD S PRAYER PRESBYTERIAN HYMNAL PG. 16 (Please use debts & debtors.) THE WORD OF GOD TO THE CHURCH WORD WITH THE CHILDREN* (Children are invited to remain up front for the baptism.) SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Jonathan Jeffrey Shreck Parents: Becky & Jeff Shreck Sponsors: Kelly Faisetty & Gregory Trexler HYMN #499 Wonder of Wonders, Here Revealed PENTECOST ANTHEM Jesus Me UNKNOWN Genesis Choir FIRST SCRIPTURE LESSON JOHN 13:31-35 NT Pg. 102 in the white-edged Bible, Pg. 102 in the blue-edged Bible SECOND SCRIPTURE LESSON EPHESIANS 2:1-10 NT Pg. 184 in the white-edged Bible, Pg. 181 in the blue-edged Bible SERMON Spiritual Shifts: REV. TIM DOONER From Audience to Partner OUR RESPONSE TO GOD'S WORD OFFERTORY I Will Serve the Lord All My Days DON BESIG Senior Choir DEDICATION HYMN #592 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him, above ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen. PRAYER OF DEDICATION: for our 2017 Stewardship pledges and our weekly offering DOXOLOGY HYMN O God, Show Mercy to Us GUSTAF HOLST Hymn of the Month (Please use the Hymn of the Month sheet in the Faith Life to follow along.) SENT OUT AS GOD S PEOPLE LITANY FOR PASTORAL TRANSITION Leader: For everything there is a season. A time for reflection and a time for action; a time for cheers and a time for tears; a time for saying hello and a time for saying goodbye. Over the past five years Faith Presbyterian Church has grown in wisdom and in strength, guided by the caring and insight of our pastor, Tim Dooner. Leader: With growth comes change. During his time with us, Tim has baptized new life among us; joined couples together in the sight of God, family and friends; welcomed new members; presided over the Lord s table time and again; led us in self-examination and decision-making; and helped us bid farewell to those moving on. Now it is time for us to say goodbye to Tim as his ministry takes on new shape and new place.

3 F AITH LIFE S UNDAY, NOVEMBER 13, 2016 Welcome to worship at Faith Presbyterian Church. We re blessed by the presence of each person here today. We hope you ll join us following worship in Fellowship Hall for a Potluck Luncheon, beverages, snacks, and fellowship. TODAY! TODAY! Pledge Dedication Youth Groups Presentation on Aging Watch for NEW, IMPORTANT and UPDATED announcements each week. W ORSHIP HANGING OF THE GREENS SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 20 11:30 AM IN THE SANCTUARY All are invited to join in decorating the sanctuary and church building for the Advent season! The decorations help us mark this special time of year when we excitedly prepare for the arrival of the Christ child. Their presence is an indication that the four weeks of Advent are special, and different from other times of the year. Their colors and symbols also contain meanings that are relevant to the season. Many of our decorations incorporate the color gold. Gold symbolizes what is precious and valuable, and so symbolizes majesty, joy, and celebration. Because of its brightness metallic gold also symbolizes the presence of God. Our decorations also include a Chrismon tree. The word Chrismon is a combination of the words Christ and monogram. The word Chrismon has been adopted to refer to special Christmas tree ornaments that have been developed to display symbols of Christ. The designs of the Chrismons have over the years been extended to represent symbols of Christianity. All the ornaments are done in white and gold. Start your Advent preparation a little early by helping with this joyous and meaningful task! For questions or to let us know you'll be attending, please contact a member of the worship committee, or Lisa Heineman. STEWARDSHIP SUNDAY S TEWARDSHIP Today we celebrate God s blessings through our pledge dedication. Your pledges allow us to plan for the many ministries of Faith Presbyterian Church. These ministries encompass programs within our walls, in our neighborhood and across the globe. Please place your pledge card in the offering plate. If needed, you can find one located in your pew. D EACONS C OLLEGE S TUDENT GOODIE BOXES The Faith Deacons ask for your help again this year to bring Good Tidings and Cheer to our college students. We are sending goodie boxes filled with yummy treats, for them to enjoy as they settle in to prepare for their exams. Please kindly consider donating items to help fill the boxes! Some example items: protein, breakfast, or granola bars, pretzels, cracker packs, hot cocoa mix, cookies, etc. Donations will be accepted through November 27. Please drop off donations in Fellowship Hall. Look for the Drop Off Box near the counter. R E A DY OR N OT! Y OU RE A G IN G! Tonight at 5:30pm, please come and learn about aging and caregiving tools. There are 4 types of people: THOSE WHO ARE CAREGIVERS THOSE WHO HAVE BEEN CAREGIVERS THOSE WHO WILL BE CAREGIVERS THOSE WHO WILL NEED CAREGIVERS ~ Former First Lady Rosalynn Carter~ Light snacks will be provided. NEW TO FAITH CHURCH? If this is your first time in worship with us here at Faith Church, welcome! We want to get to know you, so be sure to sign the friendship registry when it is passed to you. Page 1 Faith Presbyterian Church of Emmaus 3002 N. Second Street - PO Box Emmaus, PA office@faithchurchemmaus.org Visit us on the web!

4 D ISCIPLESHIP M ID-WEEK EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Small groups that meet during the week. New participants are always welcome. NOON BIBLE STUDY Bible Study begins at noon on Wednesdays in the parlor. Come share the Bible with this lively group. All are welcome! Next meeting: November 16 WOMEN S DEVOTIONAL FELLOWSHIP This group meets on Thursdays in participant s homes. We will start at 9:30 AM with a time of fellowship, followed by our study and discussion, and end with joys and concerns by 11:30 AM. This group is open to any woman who wishes to explore the Bible, expand their faith, and share in fellowship time. We are doing a study of Proverbs, using the Living Word Bible Series. If you are interested or desire more information, please contact Toni Fernandez. Next meeting: November 17 DISCIPLES OF CHRIST DOC is a men s study & discussion group, meeting every other Thursday at 7:30 AM in the parlor. The topic of discussion will be living in a diverse society. Next meeting: November 17 YOUTH GROUP This year, our youth will be exploring tough topics, they will learn and explore their capacity for leadership, and they will explore what it means to live in relationship to God, each other, and our world. Youth in grades 6-8 are invited to participate in Middle School Youth Group which meets at Faith Presbyterian Church, Emmaus (3002 N. 2 nd St.). We meet from 5:00-7:00 PM. Youth in grades 9-12 are invited to participate in high school youth group from 6:30-8:30 PM at Faith. Each week, we have a meal together, which is sponsored by our awesome parents and mentors. Next meeting: tonight. H OLIDAY H OPE CHEST This year, the Youth Groups from Faith Church and The Barn are working together to coordinate and organize the mission project: Holiday Hope Chests. We are collecting items to include in gifts for children in the Lehigh Valley. These gifts will help to create magical holiday memories for children and offer them something special this Christmas season. This project supports the Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley. We are asking Faith Church to collect Boys items for pre-teens, ages 11-14, and the Barn will be collecting girls items for the same age group. We are happy to accept monetary donations to enable the purchase of items that have not been donated. Deadline for physical donations is 5:00 PM on November 27t the date the Youth Groups are scheduled to do the packing. Deadline for monetary donations is November 20, allowing us time to shop! Please see the list on the bulletin board outside Fellowship Hall, for the Gift Suggestion Sheet provided by the Volunteer Center of the Lehigh Valley. If you have any questions, please talk to one of the kids in Youth Group, or speak with Joanne Marchetto. jomarchetto@rcn.com 11/13 Geoff Lowell 11/14 Jacqueline Warfel 11/16 Diane Millick 11/17 Bailey Clark, Dave Webb 11/19 Benjamin Piper P OINSETTIA ORDERS The Christmas poinsettia ordering and pick up process has changed due to low ordering last year. This year orders are due by December 5th. And you may pick up your flowers December 11th after worship service. That way you may have them for the Christmas season and gift giving. Other plans are in the works for flowers for Christmas Eve. Please see the pews for the specially prepared order envelopes. Page 2

5 W OME N OF FAITH HOLIDAY CRAFT FAIR SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3 Many hands are needed to help WOF continue to prepare for the second annual Holliday Craft Fair! No crafting skill is required. We need help with counting, pricing, packaging, etc. But the need for help is definitely urgent. Willing Hands November 15, from 6:30 to 8:30 PM. While crafts will be completed, no special skills are required! Help is needed with pricing items as well. Homemade Baked Goods Donations appreciated! Contact Yvonne Stauffer. Wednesdays 9:00 AM to noon We are inviting anyone interested in helping out with the craft projects in progress, or has an idea for a special one to join us. (come when you can), in one of the classrooms. Bring your beverage and join us for a fun time of fellowship. Please contact Sandy Gingrich at or Sue suelaw2@verizon.net for more information. Please, lend a hand! W HAT S H APPE NING AT THE 412? The 412 is hosting the following weekly events: Sundays 1:00 pm: Bhajan Kutir Bhajan Meditation Club Open to everyone! (Beginning in late November) Mondays 6:00 PM: Sahaja Yoga Open to everyone! The 412 is hosting the additional events: Nov. 15 6:30 PM: Global ImpACTORS Nov :00 AM: Conquering Fibromyalgia Together Nov. 17 7:00 PM: Girl Scout Training Nov. 18 9:00 AM: Business Among Moms Nov. 19 9:00 AM: Consign For Good Fill a Bag Sale Nov. 26 6:00 PM: Anusim of the LV Havdala Nov. 29 6:30 PM: Global ImpACTORS Dec. 3 10:00 AM: Art Workshop Doodling with Ellen Dec. 3 2:00 PM: Now and Then Books Author Reading and Discussion Dec. 10 8:45 AM: Sing N Move Dec. 10 Noon: Girl Scout Cookie Sales Training Events at the 412 are included on the church s online calendar. If you have questions, please ask! There is still plenty of room for YOU to do something in this space and invite the friends and neighbors with whom God is calling you to connect. Contact Rob Clark, or visit How will YOU use the space?! M ISSION DAYBREAK NOVEMBER 14, persons to bake 2 doz. cookies each Faith Church cooks and serves a meal at Daybreak on the second Monday of each month, from 2:30 to 4:30 pm. Daybreak is a drop-in center for people suffering from mental illness, who may or may not also be homeless. Helpers are also needed, especially cooks, from approx. 2:30 to 4:30 pm. Because of possible nut allergies, please mark cookies that have nuts in them. Sugar-free cookies are also appreciated. Drop them off in the kitchen by noon of that Monday. For more information, contact Richard Smith. Don t pass up this very easy opportunity to do unto others. CONSIGN FOR GOOD $5 FILL A BAG SALE Fill a provided bag (grocery store bag size) with whatever you can fit and pay just $5! Items will include fall/winter, baby/children s clothing and coats. Cash and credit cards accepted Saturday, November 19 9:00 AM 1:00 PM 412 Chestnut Street, Emmaus (Note that this sale is NOT at the church) Proceeds support Neighbors Helping Neighbors. OUTLEY HOUSE NOVEMBER 21 Help is needed to cook and serve lunch at this shelter for men. Outley House is a drug rehab center for men of all ages, where residents are recovering from substance abuse. 8:00 AM departure from Faith Church parking lot. 10:00 AM meal preparation, Noon serving lunch 1:15 PM depart from shelter to Emmaus 3:00 PM return to Faith Church parking lot Shelter address: 6901 Woodland Avenue, Southwest Philadelphia, PA If interested, please contact Richard Smith ( ). TEAM BUILDING Volunteer Opportunity for Community Outreach Every Tuesday, meals are prepared and served at New Bethany in Bethlehem. Other volunteer opportunities are available at the same time, in the food bank or in the distribution of clothing. Those interested should contact Richard Smith. Volunteers can meet at Faith Church at 8:30 AM to carpool and return to the church at around 1:30 PM. Page 3

6 T WO WEEKS OF FAITH This calendar is prepared a few days prior to distribution. Please see the church website for the most up-to-date information. Room Numbers, indicating where meetings will be held (when known), are shown in parentheses following the listing. More information for activities taking place at The 412 can be found on the 412 Facebook page or by checking with the church secretary. Key FH Fellowship Hall MR Music Room P Parlor O Office S Sanctuary T HIS W EEK Sunday, November 13 8:30 AM Youth Handbell Choir (MR) 10:00 AM Worship Service 11:20 AM Sunday School 11:20 AM Genesis Choir (MR) 11:40 AM Children s Vocal Choir (MR) Noon Children s Handbell Choir (MR) 4:00 PM Daisy Girl Scouts 5:00 PM Youth Groups (Both) 5:30 PM Ready or Not, You re Aging (S) 6:45 PM Junior/Cadet Girl Scouts Monday, November 14 2:00 PM Daybreak 6:00 PM Adult Handbells 6:30 Sahaja Yoga 7:30 PM Emmaus Chorale (FH) SCRIP Orders Due Tuesday, November 15 8:30 AM New Bethany Outreach Team Building 11:00 AM Emmaus Garden Club (FH) 2:45 PM Packing for Angel Network (Holy Spirit Lutheran) 6:30 PM Women of Faith Willing Hands 7:15 PM Deacons Meeting 7:30 PM Discipleship Committee Wednesday, November 16 10:00 AM Bridge to God (2) Noon Bible Study 7:00 PM Senior Choir (S) Thursday, November 17 7:309 AM Disciples of Christ (P) 9:30 AM Women s Devotional Fellowship 7:00 PM Narcotics Anon. (FH) Friday, November 18 Church Office Closed 9:00 Business Among Moms 9:00 Happy Destiny Clubhouse N E XT WEEK Sunday, November 20 Newsletter Deadline 8:30 AM Youth Vocal Choir (MR) 10:00 AM Worship Service 11:20 AM Sunday School 11:20 AM Genesis Choir (MR) 11:30 AM Hanging of the Greens 11:40 AM Children s Vocal Choir (MR) Noon Children s Handbell Choir (MR) 1:00 Bhajan Kutir Meditation Club 4:00 PM Daisy Girl Scouts 5:00 PM Middle School Youth Group 6:30 PM Senior High Youth Group 6:45 PM Junior/Cadet Girl Scouts Monday, November 21 6:00 PM Adult Handbells 6:30 Sahaja Yoga 7:00 PM Mission Committee Meeting 7:30 PM Emmaus Chorale (FH) Tuesday, November 22 8:30 AM New Bethany Outreach Team Building 9:30 AM CHES meeting 11:00 AM Emmaus Garden Club (FH) Wednesday, November 23 9:30 AM Flyer Crew 10:00 AM Bridge to God (2) Thursday, November 24 Church Office Closed 7:00 PM Narcotics Anon. (FH) Thanksgiving Friday, November 25 Church Office Closed 9:00 Happy Destiny Clubhouse Saturday, November 26 9:00 AM Zumba (FH) Saturday, November 19 8:00 Consign for Good Fill a Bag Sale 9:00 AM Zumba (FH) A ROUND THE CORNER... Dec Women of Faith Holiday Craft Fair Dec SCRIP Orders Due Dec Christmas Joy Offering Dec Newsletter Deadline Dec Christmas Eve Dec Christmas Dec Annual Reports are due! Jan. 1...New Year s Day Jan Newsletter Deadline Page 4

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