Gathered by Jesus Gathering Song Morning has broken HWB 648 Welcome Music for Meditation Call to Worship

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1 January 15, :30 am Gathered by Jesus Gathering Song Morning has broken HWB 648 Welcome Music for Meditation Call to Worship On Screen Prayer * Song O worship the Lord HWB 124 To Hear God s Word Scripture Reading Psalm 29 Response: May God give strength to the people, May God bless the people with peace. Solo Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone) Children s Time Scripture Reading Matthew 3:13-17 Sermon God s Blessed * Song Beloved, God s chosen STJ 38 With the Holy Spirit, We Go Forth Offering Our Gifts to God Invitation to Offering Offertory Prayer of Dedication Sharing of Joys and Concerns (Please fill-in and pass the friendship sheets) Prayer of the Congregation Communion We will gather in small groups around the tables to celebrate communion. While you are waiting, you are invited to sing: Come, thou fount HWB 521 Seed, scatter and sown HWB 454 I am the Bread of Life HWB 472 Eat this bread HWB 454 On Screen

2 * Song Sent forth by God s blessing HWB 478 * Blessing * Musical Benediction *Congregation Stands (If standing is difficult, please remain seated.) Hymnals used in worship: HWB - Hymnal a Worship Book (Blue) STJ - Sing the Journey (Green) STS - Sing the Story (Purple) Pastor: Rachel S Worship Leader: Kathy G Song Leader: Nola S Accompanist: Jane S Children s Time: Stephanie T Special Music: Liz M, Marlene H Scripture Reader: Gary G Slides: Kathy S Sound: Nathan G Sanctuary Prep: Irma V Ushers: Team B OUR MISSION STATEMENT As followers of Jesus Christ, our mission is to - Worship together as a community of faith, - Invite everyone to share the gift of God s love, - Nurture each other in the faith, - Serve others in the spirit of Christ, and - Proclaim His way of peace, justice and reconciliation. OUR PRIORITIES Over the next several years, we are focusing on - Enriching Worship - Enhancing Christian Formation - Small Group Development WELCOME Welcome to Faith Church. We are glad you are with us this day. Please join us in welcoming Liz M, soloist for today. Liz grew up in the Grace Hill Mennonite community with both parents actively involved in music. She started singing solos in church at five years of age. Liz and husband, Vern, were always involved in church music and when their three children were all at home, they sang as a family. She was an inspirational speaker/singer for Stonecroft Ministries for almost 40 years. Liz now lives at Schowalter in Hesston in the Independent living area and sings with the Villa Ladies Ensemble. If you need a listening assistance device or a large print bulletin, please ask an Usher. CHILDCARE Childcare is provided in the nursery during worship for children ages three (3) and under. Verda D and Kathryn P are responsible today; Jody & Leslie H are responsible for next week.

3 FAITH CHURCH FAMILY NEWS FAITH S VOLUNTEER WEEK At New is January 18-24, A sign- up sheet will be available at the back of the foyer. You may also contact Grace B. Thanks to everyone for your continued support of this ministry in our community with your donations of supplies, meals, time, and prayers. CAMP SUNDAY Will be next Sunday (01/22/2017). You are invited to wear your Camp Mennoscah t-shirts as we enjoy some summer camp worship in the middle of winter! YOUTH ANNUAL CHILI FUNDRAISER Please plan to join us immediately following worship on Sunday, January 29, Your support of Faith s Youth Group is greatly appreciated. ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING Will be held on Sunday, January 29, 2017, immediately following the Youth Chili Fundraiser. Please plan to attend. Child care will be provided. WANTED Cars, Trucks, Tractors, Farm Equipment (old and new) and large items of value for the Kansas MCC Sale. These are tax deductible donations that can benefit you as well as MCC. If you have items you don t know what to do with, PLEASE consider donating them to the Kansas MCC Sale. We take your donations seriously and will make every effort possible to help it bring a good price. Call Jerry T for info and details. IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS: Thank God for the new personnel willing to serve on the different boards the many volunteers who help at New the work of the Search Committee Pray for the beginning of Wednesday evening activities members giving care for their parents Sara R for a full recovery after having foot surgery this week those facing difficult and chronic health issues our members who live in retirement homes: Bertha B, Elma H in Healthcare; John and Hulda S; Al E, Irene J, Jake and Lola F, and Linda E in assisted living God leading in our discussion and discerning at our annual congregational meeting the inauguration of a new president Western District Conference Give thanks for chaplains in WDC, who minister with hospital patients, residents of retirement centers, college students, domestic violence victims, and others seeking God s healing and hope.

4 BEYOND FAITH CHURCH WHAT S SO FUNNY ABOUT MONEY A comedy about stewardship, a Ted & Company Production, will be presented on Sunday, February 19, 2017, 7:00 pm, McPherson Opera House, McPherson, KS. Admission by donation at the door. Proceeds benefit Western District Conference Matching Fund, which assist pastors with financial challenges. The event is sponsored by Everence. The public is invited to attend. For more information on the show, contact Kathy at (316) To see a show clip visit v=uew5flfo4pw. INVITATION FOR STORIES Rooted and Built Up in Christ (Colossians 2:6-7), will be the WDC theme for 2017, selected by the Executive Board to celebrate WDC's 125th anniversary year. As a way to kick off the year, the first issue of the WDC newsletter Garden in 2017 will plant some "seeds" by featuring several short stories from WDC congregations. Does your congregation have a creative idea to share, or have you recently been present for an interesting experience in witness, worship, faith formation or community building in another congregation? If so, please send in a 100-word story or description to the WDC office at wdc@mennowdc.org, by January 18, for consideration for the Feb/Mar issue of Garden. BETHEL COLLEGE 01/16/2017: History Walk - sponsored by the Newton Community for Racial Justice. Walks start at 3:00 pm and 3;30 pm, Downtown Newton; For more information, call Sara at the Newton Et Cetera Shop, (316) , or Larry at All Nations Church, (316) /16/2017: Annual Martin Luther King, Jr., Day Celebration, 7;00 pm, Krehbiel Auditorium; Scheduled speaker, Regina S, on "Renewing the Spirit of Empowerment". Due to the forecast of ice and other wintry weather, please check the Bethel College web page, for possible changes or cancellations. 01/28/2017: Kansas Day program featuring Jim G, executive director, National Drovers Hall of Fame; 11:00 am, Krehbiel Auditorium in Luyken Fine Arts Center. KAUFFMAN MUSEUM 01/19/2017: Screening of Darryl Z s 1949 film Pinky and discussion following with Dr. Allen J and Dr. Kip W; 5:30 pm. 01/28/2017: Annual Celebrate Kansas Day!, to honor the 150th anniversary of the Chisholm Trail; 1:00-4:00 pm. DYCK ARBORETUM 01/15/2017: Fifth concert of the Prairie Window Concert Series, featuring award-winning songwriter Liz L. Join us for an evening of great music and good food in a prairie garden setting. Tickets: $20 adults/$10 kids, plus tax. Arboretum members receive a 10% discount. Purchase tickets online or call (620) to reserve your seats.

5 TAIZE SERVICES OF EVENING SONG AND PRAYER Will meet this Sunday (the 3rd Sunday of the month), 6:00 pm, at St. Matthew s Episcopal Church. These service include scripture reading, spoken and sung prayers, periods of silence and opportunity for healing prayers. WEBINAR TO ADDRESS FINANCIAL NEEDS OF WOMEN Presented by Everence Financial, Thursday, February 2, 2017, noon to 12:30 pm. Designed to address the distinctive financial needs of women, the presentation will include information on saving and investing for the future and getting started on a sound financial plan. Webinar will be presented by Andrea B-U, Managing Director for Everence Financial Advisors in Central Kansas. To register, go to everence.com/kansas, contact Darlene at (877) FAITH TALK Matthew 3:13 17: Jesus is Baptized Here are some ways to nurture faith at home based on this week s story. With preschool children, also use ideas from the For families section on the Early Childhood leaflet. 1) Read Matthew 3: What do you think the voice from heaven sounded like? 2) Search for a dove template online. Print it out on white card stock paper. Decorate it and hang from the ceiling. 3) Write an acrostic poem of affirmation for each person in the family using the word beloved. Did you know? Who helped Andrea del Verrochio finish his famous painting The Baptism of Christ around 1472? (His apprentice Leonardo da Vinci) Prayer for the week: (name), you are God s beloved child. You are precious, and God loves you. CHECK OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING JANUARY - FEBRUARY DURING THE SUNDAY SCHOOL HOUR AT 9:00 AM CHILDREN & YOUTH: Nursery/Preschool - Journeys with Jesus Main floor, #207; Teacher: Brenda M K-4th Grade - Journeys with Jesus Basement, #103; Teacher: Naomi W Middle School/Grades Journeys with Jesus Basement, #105; Teachers: Jonathan & Lisa H and Gail U-R High School - Journeys with Jesus Basement, FYG Room; Teachers: Verda D, Oris S, Rachel S ADULTS: Lamp Lighters - A Family Systems Study of Relationships Basement, #125; Teacher: Shari S Open Class - Journeys with Jesus Basement, Open Area Cornerstones - Creation: A Divine Cycle Basement, #124: Teachers: Harold R and Junia S Crusaders - Creation: A Divine Cycle Main Floor, #205; Teachers: Vern J and Jane V Join Us!!

6 THIS WEEK (01/16 to 01/22/2017) Monday Church Office Closed - Holiday NO Zumba Tuesday 6:30 pm Board of Administration 7:00 pm Board of Christian Education Wednesday 6:00 pm Handbell Choir 7:00 pm High School Youth Group NO Adult Choir Thursday NO Zumba Saturday Sunday 9:00 am Sunday School 10:00 am Coffee & Fellowship 10:30 am Worship - Camp Sunday ~ Matthew 4:1-11 3:00 pm Mentor/Mentee Event Please have all announcements and calendar items for next week into the church office by noon on Wednesday. Board of Administration Contact Person This Month: Through 01/16: Mike S Beginning 01/17: David H OFFERING AND ATTENDANCE for January 8, 2017 Faith Mission Plan (FMP) $3, Facility Improvements Fund 1, Sunday School 2.34 MCC Penny Power TOTAL OFFERING $5, Sunday School Attendance: 77 Worship Attendance: N Anderson Ave Newton, KS (316) Rachel Siemens, Pastor Monday-Thursday Mornings Staff Office Hours Teresa Pickens, Administrative Assistant Monday-Friday: 8:30 am-12:00 noon & 1:00 pm-3:30pm Appointed Personnel rsiemens@sbcglobal.net faith@sbcglobal.net Verda Deckert, Congregational Nurse gvdeckert@sbcglobal.net