Wellesley Congregational Church. United Church of Christ

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1 Wellesley Congregational Church United Church of Christ June 3, 2012

2 ORDER OF WORSHIP June 3, :00 AM PRELUDE WELCOME AND CALL TO WORSHIP Kathy Musser *HYMN NO. 67 Let Me Enter God s Own Dwelling verses 1-4 New Century Hymnal UNSER HERRSCHER *PRAYER OF PRAISE Jocelyn Gardner Spencer CALL TO CONFESSION PRAYER OF CONFESSION Spirit of the living God, fall afresh on me; Spirit of the living God, fall afresh on me. Melt me, mold me, fill me, use me. Spirit of the living God, fall afresh on me. SILENT PRAYER Spirit of the living God, fall afresh on me; Spirit of the living God, fall afresh on me. Melt me, mold me, fill me, use me. Spirit of the living God, fall afresh on me. *WORDS OF ASSURANCE *PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST

3 RESPONSE IN SONG ANTHEM Lord that descendest, Holy Child Eric Gritton Lord that descendest, Holy Child, dwelling amongst us, Word of God, Thee we adore. Jesus our Gospel, Way and Truth, Master and Lover, Light and Life, Thee we adore. Saviour, uplifted, Man for all, shamed and slaughtered Lamb of God, Thee we adore. Christ the immortal Risen Lord, Christ that ascended, King of kings, Thee we adore. Throned in the highest, Very Man, Alpha, Omega, God of gods, Thee we adore. Lord ever blessed, God most high, Lord ever blessed, God with Us, Thee we adore, Thee we adore. SCRIPTURE John 3:1-9 ( Page 863, pew Bible) Leslie Gerhat, Deacon

4 *HYMN NO. 290 Spirit of God, Descend upon My Heart New Century Hymnal MORECAMBE Students may now leave for classes. COMMUNION MEDITATION Kathy Musser MUSICAL MEDITATION PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE OUR 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 trespasses, As we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen. PRAYER RESPONSE THE OFFERING Our donations for the Wellesley Food Pantry are being brought forward this morning as part of our regular offering. During the offering, please sign and pass the fellowship book, which is located at the end of each pew. Invitation Offertory Father, we praise Thee Healy Willan

5 *Doxology TALLIS CANNON *Dedication SERVICE OF HOLY COMMUNION Invitation to Communion Communion Prayer One: O Holy One of Blessing...Gifted by the power of your Holy Spirit, we now offer ourselves to you as we unite our voices with the entire family of your faithful people everywhere saying: All: Holy, holy, holy God of love and majesty, the whole universe speaks of your glory, O God most high. Blessed is the One who comes in the name of our God! Hosanna in the highest! Words of Institution Prayer of Consecration One: Come Holy Spirit, come. Bless this bread and bless this fruit of the vine. All: Bless all of us in our eating and drinking at this table that our eyes may be opened and that we may recognize the Risen Christ in our midst, in each other, and in all for whom Christ died. Sharing the Bread and Cup (gluten-free bread is available) Prayer of Thanksgiving *HYMN NO. 276 Holy God, We Praise Your Name New Century Hymnal GROSSER GOT, WIR LOBEN DICH *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Festpostludium Heinrich Fink *Those who are able, please stand.

6 TODAY S NOTES Pastoral Care If you have any pastoral needs or know of any in the Village Church family, please call Kathy Musser, , x 14. Care Kits If during the worship service you find you need a tissue, cough drop, or a drink of water, please ask an Usher to help you. Hearing devices amplify sound anywhere in the Sanctuary. They are available at the back of the church. For assistance, please speak with an Usher. The Chancel flowers are given in loving memory of Melissa Bell Meisenhelder, 9/27/84-6/9/04, by her family. Fellowship Hour 11:15 am, Village Common Please join us for coffee and fellowship. Information for visitors is available at the Welcome Table. Providing hospitality today are members of the Board of Human Resources. Healing Service 11:15 am, Burtt Chapel Come for yourself or for the healing of others, and participate in whatever way feels most comfortable to you. One of the pastors will be present for laying on of hands and anointing with oil, if you like, or you may use this time of quiet and music to pray silently, or write your prayer to be prayed by the pastors when they meet together. Family Promise Meeting 11:15 am, Library Junior Choir Rehearsal 11:15 am, Music Room B6 7th & 8th Grade Youth Group 5 pm, Youth Room High School Youth Group 7 pm, Youth Room For information about youth programs, contact Pam Emslie by at pam@wellesleyvillagechurch.org or by phone at x 15.

7 BULLETIN NOTES June Book Group Twenty Poems to Nourish Your Soul: Selections and Commentary by Judith Valente and Charles Reynard Poetry and prayer begin together: with paying attention. The poems in this collection-including selections from Mary Oliver, W.S. Merwin, Whitman, Rilke, Li-Young Lee and others-help us to look deeply at this world, and to respond to it with attentiveness, acceptance and gratitude. The poems are organized around ten themes rooted in Ignatian spirituality, and each is followed by a commentary. In reading these poems and reflections together, we will consider the ways in which poetry can focus the meaning and mystery of life, at the heart of which is God. We will meet Thursdays, June 14, 21 and 28 at 7 pm in the Library. Daniel Cooperrider at Daniel@wellesleyvillagechurch.org or call x23 to sign up. Donations For Fumbelo until June 22 in the donation box in Cloister Hall Friends of Fumbelo has received a request for specific medicines from the doctor in Lusaka who treats the children of Fumbelo. The doctor is looking for these medicines: Antifungal creams; Eye and ear drops and ointments (Eye drops containing steroids or Ciprofloxacin drops); Mouth ulcer gels (Antiseptic, analgesic, astringent and demulcent gels); Antibiotic creams; anti-itch creams (Histamine based); Ear Wax softeners/dissolvent. The Fumbelo group would also like to bring beads and the accessories for making beaded jewelry, along with yarn and knitting needles, to the women and teenage girls in Fumbelo. The women have taken the beads that have been brought and started their own small businesses selling jewelry. Donations Requested for Ecuador until June 24 to the church office marked For His Children Our next mission trip is leaving on June 27th. We have learned from our friends at For His Children that they could use the following items: Toys for children ages 3 to 6. Blocks, pretend food for a play kitchen, puzzles, etc. (either new or clean, gently used items). Please bring items that are not too large or too heavy as they will be carried in the travelers' luggage. Any questions, contact Viola Morse at vrmorse@verizon.net. Thank you for your generosity. Mark Your Calendars Pastoral Residency Jubilee Weekend October 20-21, 2012 Join our Congregation and all 10 of our Current and Former Pastoral Residents as we reunite with Catriona Grant, Quinn Caldwell, Jennie Barrett Siegal, Nicole Lamarche, Kaji Spellman, Kent French, Elissa Johnk, Liz Garrigan-Byerly, Daniel Cooperrider and Jocelyn Gardner Spencer. On Saturday, October 20, there will be a morning session and evening gathering. On Sunday, October 21, they will be present at worship services.

8 What s happening in Church School today? Kindergarten students and younger will be welcomed in their classrooms before 10 am worship begins. The Infant/Toddler Room is located on the main floor just outside the Sanctuary to the left of the Chancel. 2 year olds through Kindergarten classrooms are located on the upper floor. Children should be picked up promptly at the conclusion of worship. Grades 1-8 will worship with their parents until it is time for class, as indicated in the bulletin. At that time, Grades 1 8 will meet at the signs downstairs in Village Hall and proceed to the following classrooms for a special activity. This week Grade 1: Science Grade 2: Fishes and Loaves Café Grade 3: Games Grades 4 & 5: Artisan s Market Grades 6, 7 & 8 will meet in the room behind Village Hall. Classes for Grades 1 6 conclude at 11:15 or the end of worship whichever is later. Students in Grades 3 and below should be met by their parents at their classrooms. The Family Room is available for parents who aren t quite ready to leave their infants and toddlers in childcare. In this room, parents will be able to listen to the worship service while their child naps or plays. This room is located upstairs beyond the library. Today is the last day of Church School for all children ages 3-Grade 8. Childcare will be available for Infants and Toddlers on June 17 and 24. Childcare will be available during our Summer Worship Services which will be held at 9 am on Sundays in Village Common beginning July 1. WELLESLEY CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH STAFF The Rev. Martin B. Copenhaver Senior Pastor The Rev. Kathleen E. Musser Associate Pastor The Rev. Pamela H. Emslie Associate Pastor The Rev. Christina L. Braudaway-Bauman Associate Pastor The Rev. Daniel P. Cooperrider Pastoral Resident The Rev. Jocelyn B. Gardner Spencer Pastoral Resident Michaela F. McDonald Director of Children s Ministries David R. Carrier Director of Music Dr. Kevin J. McDonald Director of Youth Music Jodi M. Hitzhusen Music Director of First Worship Erin I. Donato Church Administrator Fred H. Edling Financial Administrator Tricia T. Kibbe IT and Administrative Coordinator Donald S. Banks Sexton Dolphe Richard Assistant to the Sexton Gerardo Ortiz Assistant to the Sexton 2 Central Street, Wellesley, MA wellesleyvillagechurch.org An Open and Affirming Congregation of the UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST