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1 132 Odell Clark Place Reverend New York, New York Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III T Pastor F abyssinian.org Ramón Bryant Braxton Director, Music & Fine Arts Ministries

2 Worship Service YOUTH SUNDAY Sunday, December 30, :00 AM To all those who enter here: Be thoughtful, be silent, be reverent. Before the service, speak to God. During the service, let God speak to you. After the service, speak to others. Leader: Prelude Victoria Ray, Pianist Call to Worship Glory to God in the highest! People: And hope to every discouraged heart. Leader: Glory to God in the highest! People: And peace to every conflicted soul. Leader: Glory to God in the highest! People: And joy to every downcast spirit. Leader: All: Glory to God in the highest! And love to everyone. Amen. The Lord s Prayer Lieder der Grossmutter, Op. 27 Robert Volkmann Kennedy Jarvis Processional Siyahamba (We are Marching in the Light of God) #164 Soloist: Amanda Vasques, Djembe Invocation and Chant Victoria Ray Responsive Reading Kwanzaa #103 Gloria Patri Prayer and Choral Response Anthem The Abyssinian Children's Choir Kyra Thompson Amazing Grace Traditional Soloist: Ethan Butts, Recorder Don t Let Glenn Burleigh Pastoral Emphasis Scripture Meditation The Abyssinian Children's Choir Sermon and Invitation Invitational "Emmanuel" Bob McGee Arr. Carol Tornquist "Teach Me Oh Lord" Raymond Wise

3 Offertory: Offertory Sentences & Selections The Abyssinian Children's Choir "Sing Out Loud" Cynthia Gowens Soloists: Morgan Sage, Kera Beckles, Victoria Ray Doxology Offertory Prayer Recessional Doxology for Children's Voices" Richard Towns Benediction and Amen Mattea Rayford Jesiah Taylor BIBLE STUDY NEW MEMBERS CLASS PRAYER BABY BLESSING Sunday Morning Praying Band Sundays - 7:00 AM Sunday Morning Bible Study 8:45 AM Monday Afternoon Bible Class 12:00 PM Wednesday Mid-Week Manna Service 7:00 PM NEW MEMBERS CLASS SCHEDULE Meets Sundays, 8:30 AM Blue Room Class #1 At the Cross: Jesus and Salvation January 6 Class #2 Faith Foundations: Baptist Polity and Practices January 13 Class #3 The Abyssinian Baptist Church: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow January 20 Class #4 Giving God Our Best: Worship & Stewardship January 27 BABY BLESSINGS Babies are blessed on the 2 nd Sunday of each month in the 11:30 AM worship service. Parents planning to have their child blessed at Abyssinian must attend the Baby Blessing Class. For details/registration, contact Reverend Pamela D. Mason, Ext Next Class: January 16, 2019 PRAYER REQUESTS Bereavement Chairman Deacon Gerald Barbour & Deaconess Beverly Barbour (sister, Joan Snowden), Families of the late Hazel Cook and Evelyn Francis, Deaconess Earnestine Wallace Adams (sister), Daniel White (father), Wendy Hilliard (mother), Keith & Valerie Davis (cousin), Renee King (mother, Pauline Anglin-King), Katherine Massenberg (son), Diana Dykes (mother). Members Sick/Shut-In, Recovering Robin Martin (recovering from surgery), Julian Lockhart (son of Jennifer Miles), Shelley Westbrook Lassiter (Mt. Sinai Hospital), Constance Lilly (recovering at home), Loretta Donaldson and son, Thomas Donaldson, William Highsmith (NYU Hospital), Jeannette Barcene, Mrs. Isabelle Boston (mother of Aby Church Clerk, Sheila Boston Robinson), John Johnson (brother of Trustee Stephen Johnson), Bertha Sumners (sister of Delsenia Glover), Jean Ray (St. Luke s Hospital, 114 th Street/Amsterdam Ave.), Maureen Wren (Sister of Hortense Walker), Susan Eddington, Alfreda Gatling and Family, Elder Abraham Gowan, LueEthel Forrest, Adrianna Yepez, Deacons Douglas Solomon, Harold Sawyer, and Augustus Sam. Deaconesses Jessie Green, Mattie Copeland, Aykailey Jackson, and Eva Vinson. Sister of Dea. Paul Brady, Martha Goodman, Greg Graves, Inez Alexander, Brucie Smith, Marilyn Oliver, Doris Brunson, Louis & Bernice Hardy (parents of Trustee Alexis Thomas), former Trustee Rich Mitchell (Assisted Living), Martha Nichols (Mother of Ann Sheriff), Tom Stevens, Ernestine Burgess. ACKNOWLEDGMENTS To Reverend Calvin Butts and The Abyssinian Church Officers, Ministries and Members - I extend my deepest gratitude for the magnificent Memorial Service on December 15, It was beyond my greatest expectations. I ll never cease being in your debt: I love the Church as Ben did; I pray for a blessed, healthy, spirit-filled holiday and New Year for you all. ~ Deaconess Andrea Douglas Barrow

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6 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION ABYSSINIAN INSTITUTE FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 2019 Winter Series Letter From A Birmingham Jail: Martin Luther King, Jr. (Vestry) Instructor: Rev. Rashad R. Moore Saturdays 1/12, 1/19, 1/26-10 AM 11:30 AM Letter from A Birmingham Jail" is considered a timeless, classic work of spiritual writing. Penned in a jail cell on newspaper margins and toilet paper, Martin Luther King s words continue to call us into the creative tension that is necessary for personal growth and social change. This course will investigate the historical context of Dr. King s public witness in Birmingham and explore what it takes to become co-workers with God in building the Beloved Community here on earth as it is in Heaven. God s Leading Ladies: Speaking Words of Godly Instruction Revisited (1 st Fl. Conf Rm.) Instructor: Rev. Pamela D. Mason Tuesdays 1/15, 1/22, 1/29, 2/5-7 PM - 8:30 PM For I am not ashamed of the Gospel of Christ Romans 1:16a KJV. While evangelism is a spiritual gift for some, it is also an essential part of the believers faith walk. 1 Peter 3:15 reminds us that we should always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks for the reason of the hope we have. This on-going women s study is designed to assist you in finding your voice when engaged in a dialogue with those who want to know the love of Christ. Participants are given scriptures to evaluate before working through case studies that contain questions about salvation, faith, transformation, suffering and strength. Learn how to talk about your faith to those yearning for Truth. The Milk, The Meat, and The Mystery of God s Word (1 st Fl. Conf Rm.) Instructor: Rev. Pamela D. Mason Thurs 1/31, 2/7, 2/14, 2/21-7 PM 8:30 PM Study to shew thyself approved unto God - II Timothy 2:15a KJV. This foundational offering is an introduction to the Bible. It provides basic Bible knowledge needed to navigate through the scriptures and explores God s salvation plan for humanity from Genesis to Revelation. Whether you are reading God s Word for the first time or in need of a refresher, join us as we journey through the Old and New Testament writings for a deeper understanding of our relationship with a relational God. BIBLE QUEST The Miraculous Work of God! Strengthen your awareness of biblical facts taken from the Book of Luke. Respond to as many questions as possible before checking the Abyssinian website: for the correct Bible reference points. Remember to be intentional about taking time to center yourself, as you read the entire chapter where the answers are found. 1. Who was the man that blessed baby Jesus in the temple courts and told Mary that a sword would pierce her soul? 2. In what chapter of Luke can you find the genealogy of Jesus? 3. Who told a crowd that out of stones God can raise up children for Abraham? 4. What scroll of a prophet was handed to Jesus to read when he entered the synagogue in Nazareth?

7 Letter from A Birmingham Jail" is considered a timeless. classic work of spiritual writing. Penned in a jail cell on newspaper margins and toilet paper, Martin Luther King s words continue to call us into the creative tension that is necessary for personal growth and social change. This course will investigate the historical context of Dr. King s public witness in Birmingham, and explore what it takes to become co-workers with God in building the Beloved Community here on earth as it is in Heaven.

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9 MINISTRY The Monday Noon Bible Study will be in recess through Monday, January 21, Sessions resume Monday, January 28, The Abyssinian Sunday Praying Band returns to its regular schedule on Sunday, January 6, THE ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH 210 TH ANNIVERSARY Keep the Faith T-shirts and Sweatshirts are now available for pick-up in the lobby bookstore following today s worship services. The Sister to Sister Book Ministry is currently reading "Wild Seed" by Octavia Butler. The Ministry s next gathering will take place on January 12, 2019 at 10:30 AM in the Fellowship Hall. Abyssinian s GOOD GRIEF MINISTRY offers support to members in seasons of loss and bereavement. Group-setting meeting takes place Tuesdays, 7:00 PM in the 1 st Floor Nursery (unless otherwise noted on schedule). Sessions are facilitated by Deacon Dr. Henry McCurtis & Deaconess Dr. Sydney Bush. WINTER & SPRING 2019 SESSIONS AT-A-GLANCE Tuesday, January 8, 2019 Tuesday, April 2, 2019 Tuesday, January 22, 2019 Tuesday, April 16, 2019 Tuesday, February 5, 2019 Tuesday, April 30, 2019 Tuesday, February 19, 2019 Abyssinian Towers Tuesday, May 14, 2019 Tuesday, March 5, 2019 Tuesday, May 28, 2019 Abyssinian Towers Tuesday, March 19, 2019 Tuesday, June 11, 2019 Tuesday, June 25, 2019 Summer Sabbatical No Sessions in July and August Sessions resume September 17, 2019 THE ABYSSINIAN FOOD PANTRY MINISTRY extends deep appreciation to ALL who ve made donations to our church s Food Distribution effort. There remains a need for non-perishables such as: canned vegetables, canned fruits, and canned soup. Please leave donations of these items at the lobby reception desk any weekday during office hours: (10 AM 6 PM), and/or on Sundays following worship services. We thank God for your Spirit of Generosity! For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and you gave me something to drink MATTHEW 25:35

10 ABY AFFILIATE NEWS If you are interested in joining the Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School family, Kindergarten online applications are open until January 14 th. Complete application for Kindergarten by January 14 th, or contact TMALS for information regarding our open house. Access application Link via:

11 ABYSSINIAN TECHNOLOGY UPDATE As part of our ongoing efforts to keep The Abyssinian Baptist Church membership on the cusp of the digital age, we invite you to revisit some our church s key tech options and drivers that have been tailored specifically for our congregation: ABYSSINIAN.ORG Our website is a living breathing entity that the entire congregation can use as a tool for engaging in ministry life at Abyssinian. Ministries and Members are invited to send information for placement on our website to: webmaster@abyssinian.org (send info regarding church events, ministry activities, photos, key accomplishments or milestones for the REJOICE page, and happenings in our community). ABY TEXT ALERTS We use text alerts to inform and remind members of events, change in service times, special worship opportunities, weather updates etc. Here s how you can sign up to receive Aby Text Alerts: TEXT ABY TO ABY TEXT TO GIVE Currently, Abyssinian offers the option to give during the worship service offertory, by mail, online, during livestream, and through the kiosk located on the church lobby level. We offer the Option to Give via Text. You can now TEXT TO GIVE anytime from anywhere! How to set up Text to Give: In the Recipient Box type in In Message box, enter dollar amount, space, and one of the following key words (for example: 200 tithes or 10 offerings, or 75 abywest). Initially you will receive a message with instructions to click to a link to setup your device for text giving to Abyssinian. The following steps will take only 5 minutes. 1.Click the link. 2.Login to your SecureGive account 3.Add the information for credit card you want to use for text giving Next, you ll receive another message instructing you to reply Y to receive messages from that number, then another text asking you to confirm the transaction. You will receive an confirmation that your phone number is authorized, as well as an confirming receipt of your gift. 100 tithes

12 THE ABY TRUSTEE S CORNER ARE YOU RECEIVING PROPER CREDIT FOR YOUR CONTRIBUTIONS? Please assist the Trustees in our weekly tally process by including your membership numbers with your contributions. The membership number is the key element for accurate recording of your gifts, and should be noted on all of your contributions for proper credit. Please Remember: When placing your Tithe/Offering/Contribution in an envelope, make sure that your assigned Abyssinian Baptist Church member number is visible on the top right-hand side; If you are writing a check, please include your Church member number in the memo line or at top of the check; Make sure to inform us of your intentions by noting amount for tithes, offering, or AbyWest on the envelope, or in the memo section of your check. Proper notations, membership numbers, and clear intentions will help to ensure accurate year-end reporting of your contributions. MATCHING GIFT OPPORTUNITIES Did you know that you can increase your gift to The Abyssinian Baptist Church by simply notifying your company? In 2018 we received a strong response from our membership for the Matching Gift Program which resulted in additional contributions ranging from 25% - 100%. Find out if your employer is one of more than 1,400 U.S. companies that participates in the MATCHING GIFT PROGRAMS. Companies with a MATCHING GIFT PROGRAM will make a donation to a nonprofit organization that their employees support. Please check with your company's Human Resources Department to see if it has a Matching Gift Program and applicable policies, then contact the Abyssinian Development Committee, through Trustee Alexis Thomas, x210. Every gift we receive helps us manage our Church's many programs. Donations can be used to match your tithes, offerings and AbyWest contributions. **YEAR END GIVING ~ 2018 DEADLINE** Abyssinian Members & Friends Your Tithes & offerings, as well as contributions to the AbyWest Campaign throughout 2018 are greatly appreciated! Please note that if you would like your year-end gift(s) to be credited to the 2018 calendar year, ALL FINANCIAL GIFTS MUST BE POSTMARKED AND RECEIVED BY DECEMBER 31, God Bless and thank you for your faithful support of The Abyssinian Baptist Church.

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14 Nathaniel Gumbs (Organist) will play a 45-minute Organ Recital on Friday, January 11, :00 PM at St. Paul's Chapel of Trinity Church Wall Street, 209 Broadway (Broadway and Fulton). Recital is a part of the Trinity Church Wall Street Pipes at One concert series. Now playing, CHOIR BOY, a Gospel music play that tells the story about boys becoming men, the truth becoming a trial, and one singer finding his voice. CHOIR BOY, by Tarell Alvin McCraney (Oscar-winning screenwriter of Moonlight) makes its Broadway premiere at MTC's Samuel J. Friedman Theatre, 261 W. 47 th Street. Tickets $49 with code TARELL (Reg. $109-$149). For tickets visit: telechargeoffers.com, , or at Samuel J. Friedman Box Office. Limited engagement. For more information go to CIRCUS ABYSSINIA: ETHIOPIAN DREAMS AT NEW VICTORY THEATER IN THE HEART OF TIMES SQUARE! 209 W. 42 nd Street (between 7 th & 8 th Aves) NYC ENDS TODAY December 30, 2018 This holiday season, discover the infectious joy and effervescent energy of Ethiopia s astonishing CIRCUS ABYSSINIA in the U.S. premiere of ETHIOPIAN DREAMS. Watch in amazement as agile tumblers ricochet around the stage, elastic contortionists twist into unfathomable shapes and expert jugglers exchange an endless array of objects. Perfect for the whole family! Full price tickets are $22-$64. Special offer extended to The Abyssinian Baptist Church family: Use code KOJO18 to save 20% on Orchestra & Front Mezzanine seats for 7 PM performances through December 22 nd, and 5 PM performance on December 23 rd. To purchase tickets, visit NewVictory.org or call Groups of 15 or more save 20% on all performances. No code needed. Call Group Sales at NEW YEAR S HOLIDAY SCHEDULE The Abyssinian Baptist Church Federal Credit Union is closed today, Sunday, December 30, 2018 Watch Night Service takes place tomorrow, Monday, December 31, 2018 at 10:00 PM (Doors open 8:00 PM) The Church and its Administrative Offices will be closed on New Year s Day, Tuesday, January 1 st and Wednesday, January 2, 2019

15 SERMON NOTES Take personal notes while listening to the Word of God Date: Sermon Title: Biblical Text: Points to Note: PULPIT FLOWERS & CHRISTMAS DÉCOR by Saundra Parks ABYSSINIAN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION adcorp.org

16 THE ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH OFFICERS Gerald Barbour Eleanor E. Olive Alexis Thomas Walter Douglas Sheila S. Boston Robinson Chairman, Board of Deacons Chair, Board of Deaconess Chair, Board of Trustees Treasurer Church Clerk MINISTERIAL STAFF Reginald L. Bachus Associate Pastor Ext. 203 Rashad R. Moore Assistant Minister Ext. 212 Itang H. Young Assistant Minister for Youth Ext. 220 Pamela D. Mason Assistant Minister for Christian Education Ext. 204 MUSIC MINISTRY Ramón Bryant Braxton Director, Music & Fine Arts Ministries Ext. 261 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES Finance Ext. 245 Building, Grounds & Maintenance Ext. 244 WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday 7:00 am The Praying Band 9:00 am Bible Class 9:00 am Sunday School 9:00 am Worship Service 9:15 am -11:00 am WE Youth Worship Experience 11:30 am Worship Service 2 nd Sunday 11:30 am Babies Blessed 3 rd Sunday 9:00 am & 11:30 am Communion/Right Hand of Fellowship (11:30 am) 4 th Sunday 11:30 am Baptism 5 th Sunday 11:30 am Youth Sunday Wednesday 7:00 pm Mid-Week Manna THE ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH 132 Odell Clark Place NY, NY T F abyssinian.org