MARBLE COLLEGIATE CHURCH

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1 MARBLE COLLEGIATE CHURCH Celebrating the Ministry of Dr. Michael B. Brown Sunday, April 15, 2018 Fifth Avenue at West 29th Street, New York City

2 Order of Service Sunday April 15, 2018 PLEASE SILENCE ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES. We light the Paschal candle each of the Sundays in Eastertide as a symbol of Christ s resurrection. PRELUDE Water Music.... George Frideric Handel Allegro vivace Air Hornpipe WELCOME AND MINISTRY SHARING CALL TO WORSHIP INTROIT HYMN 593 A Choral Fanfare John Rutter Blow up the trumpet in the new moon, even in the time appointed and upon our solemn feast day. For this was made a statute for Israel, and a law of the God of Jacob. Psalm 81:3-4 All Hail the Power of Jesus Name Coronation INVOCATION AND THE LORD S PRAYER (use debts ) ANTHEM The Old Church Stephen Paulus The old church leans nearby a well-worn road, upon a hill that has no grass or tree; the winds from off the prairie now unload the dust around it fitfully. The path that leads up to the open door is worn and greyed by many toiling feet of us, who listen to the Bible lore and once again the old-time hymns repeat. And every Sabbath morning we are still, returning to the altar waiting there; a hush, a prayer, a pause, and voices fill the Master s House with a triumphant air. The old church leans awry and looks quite odd, but it is beautiful to us, and God. Della B. Vik PASTORAL PRAYER AND CHORAL RESPONSE HYMN 392 Christ Is Made the Sure Foundation Regent Square The tune is that of Hymn 229, Angels, from the Realms of Glory READING OF THE SCRIPTURE Matthew 16:13-18 (Pew Bible, page 798) Following the reading, Leader: The Word of God for the people of God. All: Thanks be to God. SERMON CIRCLING BACK.... Dr. Michael B. Brown HYMN Welcome... Please refer to page 7. CALL FOR OFFERING AND PRAYER ANTHEM Solid Rock Walter Hawkins Tyneshia Hill, Sehri Wickliffe, Ted Gregory, soloists DOXOLOGY... Lasst uns erfreuen (The tune is that of Hymn 4.) Praise God from whom all blessings flow, Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God with saints in heav n above, Praise Jesus Christ who shows God s love, Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! TRIBUTE TO DR. MICHAEL BROWN Stephanie Bailey & Gregory Walker Board of Elders & Deacons BENEDICTION AND CHORAL RESPONSE SPECIAL VIDEO PRESENTATION (Please remain seated) POSTLUDE Water Music.... George Frideric Handel Allegro maestoso PARTICIPATING IN THE SERVICE Rev. J. Elise Brown, Rev. Chad Tanaka Pack The Marble Choir; Marble Community Gospel Choir, Stacy Penson, director David Melton, piano; Ben Hoffman, Hammond organ Eitan Akman, guitar; Junichi Arima, bass; Danielle Williams, drums Live stream Sunday Worship at MarbleChurch.org. Use of photographic and tape recording equipment is not permitted during the service. Assistive Listening System available ask an usher. Next Sunday April 22 11:00am Worship, The In Between Times Rev. J. Elise Brown, Ph.D. 2:00pm, Earth Day Concert, The Marble Choir 2

3 FLOWERS ARE PLACED IN THE SANCTUARY TODAY In overflowing gratitude for Dr. Michael B. Brown by Marble Collegiate Church. WE EXTEND OUR SINCERE CONGRATULATIONS TO DR. MICHAEL BROWN, AS A RECIPIENT OF THE 2018 NORMAN VINCENT PEALE AWARD FOR POSITIVE THINKING. Dr. Brown will be honored at the Blanton-Peale Institute and Counseling Center s Gala, Tuesday, April 24. For details, visit v v v Easter Offering Update We are immensely thankful for the Marble Community one that extends grace and helps to provide hope. Today, we also bid farewell to our Senior Minister, Dr. Michael Brown, who has championed the words and deeds of Jesus from the first day he stepped into our sacred space; he has walked alongside this community as together we extended outreach beyond the walls of Marble, and we are thankful to him for that. Dr. Brown always says the message of Jesus is clear we are to serve as Jesus served because in doing so we get to love as Jesus loves. Coalition for the Homeless sent us a letter after receiving a grant from last year s Easter Offering and their words speak to how the Marble Community has extended hope and love. This is what they shared: Tonight, thousands of homeless women and men will bed down on the streets deprived of even the basic protection of shelter. But through the generous spirit of your congregants, and thanks to your grant, the Grand Central Food Program was able to distribute 1,000 hot, nutritious meals. Over the course of the past year, the GCFP has brought 320,000 meals to homeless and desperately poor New Yorkers, and provided outreach services to help those living on the street make a stable return to housing. Your support is critical in ensuring that the GCFP can be there every single night of the year for the vulnerable New Yorkers who truly need us. Please help us continue to support nonprofits like Coalition for the Homeless by giving to the Easter Offering. To date and together, we have given $187, for the work that our Easter Offering supports but we still need an additional $32, to make our goal of $220,000. Please give whatever you can: Use an Easter Offering envelope found in the pews and at 29th Reception Give at MarbleChurch.org/Give/Easter-Offering Mail checks to Marble, attention: Easter Offering Call , ext. 248 to give over the phone or get information about making a matching gift. RECEPTION FOR GIFTS OF $250 OR MORE An Evening with Rev. and Mrs. Michael Bos Thursday, May 10, 6:15-8:30pm Get to know our new Senior Minister (as of April 23) and his wife, Tena. Contact Susanah Wade, SWade@MarbleChurch.org, for details or to register. THANK YOU! CYF kids present their Easter Offering piggy banks. 3

4 Welcome! THANK YOU FOR WORSHIPING WITH US TODAY! New to Marble? Please fill out a Welcome Card found in pew racks and give to an usher and pick up a welcome bag before Worship at Newcomers Table in Fifth Ave Narthex. Children s activity bags available in Fifth Ave Narthex or from an usher. Nursery available (infant-2yrs old), 2nd flr, 1 W 29th St, 9:30am-1:00pm. BECOME A MEMBER. We would love to have you join us! For information or to sign up, please come to Deacons Pew (right of Chancel) after Worship and talk with one of our Membership Team (wearing red carnations). Or call Kim Sebastian-Ryan, ext 221. Today CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES MINISTRY Sunday School Toddlers - 3rd Grade, 276 5th Ave, Room 303, 10:00am-12:00pm; 4th - 12th Grade, 276 5th Ave, Room 300, 10:00am-12:00pm. (See above for Nursery information.) BEFORE WORSHIP Prayer Circle 10:00am, Chapel. A time of prayer, Scripture reading and hymn singing. Holy Communion most Sundays. Led by Rev. Gregory Johnson. Meets weekly. Last Sunday of month, connect from around the world via video conference. For special link, contact Siobhan Tull, STull@ MarbleChurch.org. Bible Study with Rev. Barbara Crafton 10:00am, Labyrinth Room. Resurrection or Resuscitation? Today: Mary Magdalene and Jesus. April 22: Thomas and Jesus. Grace Notes: Inside the Music with Kenneth Dake 10:49am, Sanctuary. Hear historic and theological background on the day s choral selections, hymns, preludes and postludes. If you miss it live, watch online when you get home. AFTER WORSHIP Farewell Reception for Dr. Michael B. Brown The Manhattan Loft & Terrace, 267 5th Ave, 11th floor, (directly across 5th from Marble). No Talk Back or Coffee Hour today. OPPORTUNITIES FOR HELPING OTHERS To sign-up or for more information, please visit Action Volunteer Table next Sunday after Worship during Coffee Hour, contact Tom Schneider, TSchneider@MarbleChurch. org, ext. 258, or check MarbleChurch.org. Congregational Care Prayer Shawl Ministry / Mondays, April 23 & May 7, 4:30-5:30pm Knit/crochet prayer shawls for ill/homebound. Materials provided; all levels. In Peale Parlor. Contact Judy Tulin. Habitat for Humanity Partnership Builds / Saturdays, April 28 & June 2 Help work on a Habitat home for low-income NY families. No experience necessary. To sign up, visit Action Table or MarbleChurch.org/Give/Habitatforhumanity. NAMI Walk / Saturday, May 12 Join Marble s Team as they march with National Alliance for Mental Health. Sign up at Action Table. Marble Fights Hunger Please bring canned food items every Sunday. Nutritious, canned/ bottled items only: fruits, vegetables, pasta sauce, meats, fish, pasta, soups, peanut butter, jelly, juice, vacuum-packed cartons of milk/juice and baby food in plastic/glass containers. Drop off bins in 29th St lobby and Marble Loft. Donations distributed to Icahn House shelter program. Support Marble through Amazon! Go to smile.amazon.com to have option of selecting a charity to support. Details at MarbleChurch.org/GIVE/How. By entering the Sanctuary, you grant to Marble Collegiate Church unrestricted right to use and publish, transmit or telecast photographs or likenesses that might be taken of you this day for use in communications related to the church. If you are uncomfortable in the Sanctuary you are welcome to worship downstairs in the Chapel. 4

5 A Message from Dr. Michael B. Brown This is a special day for the Browns not an easy one, but a special one. After all these years at Marble, we come now to the conclusion of this lovely journey we ve made together. It has been in every way a source of inexpressible joy and thanks for us. In June of 1974, fresh out of Duke Divinity School, I stood and preached my first sermon as a full-time Pastor at Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church in Randleman, NC. Today I preach my final sermon as a full-time Pastor, and I am honored that it is in America s oldest and greatest Protestant congregation. Today s sermon, Circling Back, is actually the same sermon I preached those years ago on my first Sunday. That day it was called Who Is This Jesus? As I told you last September when I announced our plans to retire from Marble, I want to wind up where I started out doing my best to tell the old, old story of Jesus and His love. Page and I thank our family members who are here today: Adam Alison, Andy, and Anderson Katharine Zachary. Across many years and through the highs and lows of life, you have been our rocks, our blessings, and our pride. We love you more than words could ever express. Also, I personally thank Page for supporting and encouraging me, for helping me discover over and over the positive power of faith, for the listening, the laughter, and the love. To the staff of Marble, I am grateful to you and for you. To a person, you have labored long, hard, and faithfully. We have been co-workers, but also friends. Though our work together has now ended, I pray our friendship will last throughout the years. And to the members of Marble Collegiate Church Thank you! Thank you for receiving us, accepting us, encouraging us, inspiring us, loving us, and serving Christ and church with us. You have not just been the church we serve. You have been the family of faith who taught us what that phrase actually means. If we live to be 100, every day we will thank God for the privilege of sharing this sacred time with you. You are the best, and we will love you forever. May God grant to this historic church an equally exciting future. God is with you. You are not alone. Go forth with confidence, courage, and compassion. Michael The Brown Family,

6 Michael & Page, THANK YOU & BLESS YOU, DR. BROWN! Your years with us have been all too brief, but this has not dampened your positive impact upon Marble s congregation one that now stretches across the country and around the globe. You brought wisdom, experiences and southern warmth to us that enhanced your messages from the pulpit and helped us grow spiritually in a period of ever challenging times. Your hospitality allowed for many special, private moments that provided opportunities to know you and your family. We treasure this. We hope your fondness for jazz and fine food, and for people who love you will draw you back to us from time to time. Meanwhile, go forth with our blessings and fond wishes in your quest to share God s love and mercy with the world. Jerry Link, and many, many more! Three years ago I experienced a miracle. I walked into Marble as an agnostic, and I left a believer. I walked in as a non-christian, and I left baptized as a disciple of Jesus Christ. When I met Michael Brown, I also met Jesus! God, working through Michael s teaching, inspired me to become a Christian, which has transformed my life into a life with purpose and meaning. That ultimately has led to joy, fulfillment, and peace. Words can t express the gratitude and thankfulness I have for Michael, and for his profound impact on my life. Nick Gilman From the poem At The Gate of the Year by Minnie-Louise Haskins, I said to the man who stood at the gate of the year, give me a light that I may tread safely into the unknown, and he replied, go out into the darkness and put your hand into the hand of God. That shall be to you better than a light, and safer than a known way. Michael Brown has shown us week, after week, that God is the way, the truth and the light. Gwen Widell Dr. Michael Brown is one of the most Christ-like people I ve ever encountered! I love his sermons, especially that his practical, purposeful, positive lessons continue to lift me up throughout the week, and long after. I ll deeply miss him and will always be grateful for the eternal gift he s shared with me: preaching, teaching and caring that have transformed my life and inspired me to stop playing around and actively seek God. Thank you, Dr. Brown! D Simmons Jendayi 6

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8 Spotlight CHARTING THE COURSE: BECOMING PARTNERS IN FAITH Tuesday, April 17, 6:00-8:30pm Rev. Michael S. Bos, Laila Al-Askari, Tehilah Eisenstadt, Sabeeha Rehman, Rev. Jes Kast, Michelle Koch and Marcia Fingal lead discussion on faith, love, challenges and partnership between Jewish, Muslim and Christian communities. Hosted by Marble Women s Ministry. All welcome! Dinner sold out. Program only, $10, cash/check at door; begins at 6:30pm. EARTH DAY, SUNDAY, APRIL 22 MONTHLY BRUNCH 12:15pm, Marble Loft Join us in the Marble Loft for this time of fellowship and good food. Live music. $12. No reservation needed. CONCERT: FOR THE BEAUTY OF THE EARTH 2:00pm, Sanctuary Enjoy music celebrating the sacredness of God s creation. The Marble Choir and soloists, directed by Kenneth Dake. $20 at door; $15, students/seniors. Purchase tickets at MarbleChurch.org by Thursday, April 19 and save $5. SPRING ORGAN RECITAL SERIES Mondays, April 23 - May 14, 12:30pm Take a 30-minute break for your soul. Free. April 23 April 30 May 7 May 14 Juilliard Organ Student,TBA Chelsea Chen, organ Joseph Lee, cello Juilliard Organ Student,TBA Mark Miller, Minister of Music, Christ Church, Summit; Assistant Professor, Drew Theological School ANNUAL PRAYER INTREAT Saturday, May 5, 9:30am-2:00pm The Labyrinth is our focus on World Labyrinth Day. Led by Jean Ando, certified Labyrinth Facilitator. The day also includes meditation, journaling, group sharing, and worship with Holy Communion. Cost, $20, includes light breakfast & lunch. To register, contact Judy Tulin. Submissions Requested for MARBLE SUMMER ARTS FESTIVAL June Fine artists, playwrights, poets, musicians, dancers and fashion designers invited to submit work for the 2nd Annual Marble Summer Arts Festival, sponsored by the Marble Arts Ministry. Visit MarbleChurch.org/connect/ministries/arts for guidelines. Submission deadline: Monday, April 30 Questions? Contact Mario Sprouse, MSprouse@Marblechurch.org. For more information on all these events, visit MarbleChurch.org. 8

9 Upcoming WEWO: WEDNESDAY WORSHIP Every Week in the Marble Loft, 6:15pm April 18 Daryl Paul Lobban April 25 Rev. Chad Tanaka Pack A blend of traditional and contemporary worship styles, creating an informal and Spirit-filled mix. Music by praise ensemble. Holy Communion first Wednesday of month. Live streamed. Childcare available, 276 5th Ave, Room 303. TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 12:00pm Bread & Bible Rev. Barbara Cawthorne Crafton leads this discussion about many things, including the scripture that formed the basis for the past Sunday s sermon. Bring lunch. Every Tuesday. Marble Loft. TUESDAY, APRIL 17, 6:30pm Rev. Barbara Crafton s Weekday Bible Study The Road to Emmaus. April 24: Simon Son of John, Do You Love Me? WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 11:00am-12:00pm Wednesday Morning Prayers Rev. Gregory Johnson leads a time of prayer in Chapel, most Wednesdays. All welcome! Meet Rev. Johnson for individual prayer/family caregiving issues, 12:00-2:00pm; contact Judy Tulin to schedule. WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18, 12:00pm 60+ Fellowship Soup and Salad, $7, followed by program at 1:00pm: Manhattan School of Music s Annual Spring Cabaret, Shane Shaq, director. SATURDAY, APRIL 21, 9:00am-3:00pm GIFTS: LGBTQ Fellowship Intreat Blessed Brokenness. Rev. Elise Hanley (Asst. Rector, Trinity Episcopal Church, New Haven), Rev. Elise Brown and Rev. Chad Tanaka Pack help us explore how our brokenness can lead to transformation. $25. Register online or Sundays at Coffee Hour. SUNDAY, APRIL 29, 10:00am The Colloquium: Storytelling as Discipleship Rev. Chad Tanaka Pack helps us explore how the stories we tell can deepen our faith and inspire others. MONDAY, APRIL 30, 6:00-8:30pm Adult & Men s Ministries Dinner Discussion The Spirit of Change. Dr. Ken Ruge shares faith tools to help with our changing lives. Also meet Rev. Michael Bos, 6:00-6:30pm. $15, dinner & program; $10, program only. Register online or at Coffee Hour. SUNDAY, MAY 13, 12:15pm Women s Ministry Children s Shower A time of fellowship and service for Hour Children. Bring unwrapped items for 2-4 year olds and their mothers. $10. Register online or contact Don Piper. FRIDAY, MAY 18, 6:15pm Friday Night Jazz Vespers Sing When the Spirit Says Sing. Message by Rev. Barbara Crafton, music by Jazz pianist Chris Whittaker and friends. Marble Loft. SUNDAY, JUNE 17, 11:00am Dedication of Sr. Carol Perry Window Sr. Carol returns for this Celebratory Worship as we dedicate the stained glass window on Concourse Level in her honor. For more details or full listing of programming, please visit MarbleChurch.org. Homecoming fun 9

10 Information PRACTICAL FAITH PODCAST Dr. Michael Brown s final podcast, Endings & Beginnings, airs beginning today, with special guest, Dr. Michael Bos. Dr. Brown reminisces about his journey in Ministry at Marble. He also welcomes and interviews Dr. Bos so we get to know a bit about him and the energy and life experience he brings to Marble. Visit MarbleChurch.org/worship/inspiration or YouTube. PRAYERS FOR PEACE RIBBONS ON FENCE are orange, representing our refocused vigil in light of the growing number of mass shootings. Orange is the color selected for gun violence awareness in Chicago in 2015 and picked up by national activists. The ribbons underscore our prayers and passion that this madness may end. WALK THE LABYRINTH Available most Wednesdays before WeWo, 5:00-6:00pm, and first Sunday of each month, 1:00-3:00pm. (Schedule could vary, call to confirm). SUBSCRIBE AT MARBLECHURCH.ORG TO RECEIVE S ABOUT EVENTS AND MORE Click on Newsletter Sign-Up at bottom of any page on our site and select weekly e-newsletter, Touchpoint newsletter, and a variety of other e-newsletters you may want to receive. DOWNLOAD THE MARBLE COLLEGIATE CHURCH APP! Live stream, catch up on last week s sermon, listen to the latest podcast, connect with ministries, register for Marble events, make a gift and sign up to volunteer. This is the easiest way to connect with Marble anytime you want! Visit MarbleChurch.org for a quick how to and links or search for Marble Church in your app store. MARIANNE WILLIAMSON S TALKS 1st & 3rd Tuesdays, 7:30pm, Marble Sanctuary. $20, but no one turned away if unable to pay. Also live streamed. Details at Marianne.com. WHEN YOU NEED HELP To ask for prayer, or share feedback, use Prayer Request card in pews or visit Prayer Room after Worship (off 29th St lobby). Members of Marble Prayer Ministry Team spend at least two weeks in prayer over each request. Marble s Stephen Ministers may be able to help you with spiritual/emotional support in difficult times. Visit Prayer Room after Worship or StephenMinistry@MarbleChurch.org. Pastoral Counseling with Dr. Ken Ruge Please call Judy Tulin to schedule. Blanton-Peale Counseling Ctr Individual, group, family , blantonpeale.org. MARBLE S MEDIA MINISTRY Visit website or contact MarbleVision. CDs, DVDs, books, featuring Dr. Brown, Sr. Carol, Dr. Caliandro, Dr. Peale, and others. Subscribe to sermon Podcasts. PARKING DISCOUNT Visit MarbleChurch.org/welcome/info/ for details on two locations W. 28 St, $20, Sundays (7 hours). NEW: Behind Kimpton Hotel Eventi on 6th Ave, enter 29th or 30th, $20, Daily (8 hours). Marble Receptionist validates. 10

11 Vision: We envision a world where we all become the individuals God created us to be. 1 West 29th Street, at Fifth Avenue New York, NY MarbleChurch.org Mission: Marble Collegiate Church is a diverse, inclusive community of God s people led by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. We inspire everyone to become positive thinkers who make a difference in the world. MARBLE STAFF For full staff list and addresses, please visit MarbleChurch.org/Welcome/Staff. Ministerial Staff Dr. Michael B. Brown, Senior Minister; Rev. J. Elise Brown, Ph.D., Executive Minister Rev. Chad Tanaka Pack, Associate Minister Dr. Kenneth Ruge, Minister of Counseling & Staff Consultation; Daryl Paul Lobban, Associate in Ministry Spiritual Teacher Rev. Barbara Cawthorne Crafton Prayer Circle Rev. Gregory Johnson Program Leadership Kenneth V. Dake, Director of Music Kim Sebastian-Ryan, Director of Membership Christina Morano Keiser, Director of Media & Connecting Gayle F. Robinson, Chief Operating Officer Susanah Wade, Director of Missions & Outreach Elders: Stephanie M. Bailey, Peter Barnett, T. Hunter Dare, Marcelle E. Doll, Rick Harper Sheila B. Moses, Eileen A. O Connell, John E. Rorer, II, Gregory W. Walker Clair J. Zak, Elder Emerita Deacons: Trenesa Danuser, Sandra Diaz, Nick Gilman Ted Gregory, G. Gregory Lozier, Barbara Sagan Serving as Deacons to Intersections International: Barbara Costigan, Urs Weber CONTACTS Address Changes/Membership Records.... Shana Wolfe All Church Events/Concert Tickets... Kim Sebastian-Ryan, Siobhan Tull Archives/Sanctuary Tours.... Kim Sebastian-Ryan Baptism.... Elise Brown Children, Youth & Families Ministry (CYF).... Daryl Paul Lobban, Jessica Scovel Contributions (Offerings and Pledges)... Shana Wolfe Facilities/Events.... Stuart Cole Festival of Voices.... Kenneth Dake Funerals/Memorial Services/Columbarium.... Any Minister, Judy Tulin Gospel Choir.... Stacy Penson Missions/Outreach.... Susanah Wade New Members.... Kim Sebastian-Ryan, Don Piper Outreach Volunteering.... Tom Schneider Pastoral Care.... Judy Tulin Prayer Requests.... Judy Tulin Small Groups... Baleta McKenzie Stephen Ministry.... Susanah Wade, Judy Tulin Virtual Relations Siobhan Tull Weddings.... Gary Thompson Welcome and Hospitality.... Kim Sebastian-Ryan, Colleen Cosgrove, Siobhan Tull Fellowship Groups Adult Ministry (All Ages)... Colleen Cosgrove Arts Ministry Mario Sprouse Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer (GIFTS).... Chad Tanaka Pack, Don Piper Men s Ministry.... Tom Schneider 60+ Fellowship.... Colleen Cosgrove Women s Ministry (MWM).... Don Piper Young Adults (Connection)... Daryl Paul Lobban

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