Worship Service COMMUNION Sunday, November 20, 2016 MISSION SUNDAY

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2 Worship Service COMMUNION Sunday, November 20, 2016 MISSION SUNDAY 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. 9:00 AM 11:30 AM Reverend Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III Prelude 9:00 AM 11:30 AM James Davis, Jr, Organist Leader: Call to Worship I will bless the Lord at all times, God s praises shall continually be in my mouth. People: We bless God with every ounce of our being, and in every moment of our lives. Leader: My soul shall make boast in the Lord, the humble shall hear thereof and be glad. People: We hear the cries of our sisters and brothers, in every painful moment, and in every broken place. Leader: All: O Magnify the Lord with me, and let us exalt God s name together. We will serve God and all of God s children, with every moment of our lives. AMEN. The Lord s Prayer Processional "Come, Ye Thankful People, Come" #194 Prayer and Choral Response Anthem 9:00 AM 11:30 AM The Cathedral Choir "Lord, We Give Thanks to Thee" Undine Smith Moore Offertory: Offertory Sentences & Selections 9:00 AM 11:30 AM The Cathedral Choir "Every Day Is a Day of Thanksgiving" Leonard Gregory Burks Offertory Prayer Scripture Meditation 9:00 AM 11:30 AM The Cathedral Choir "Give Thanks" Henry Smith Soloist: Tamara Fingal, Soprano

3 Sermon and Invitation Invitational The Supper: A) Hymn B) New Members C) Witnessing D) Consecration E) The Bread "Let Us Break Bread Together" Traditional "Here's One" arr. William Grant Still Soloist: Patrice Eaton, Mezzo-soprano F) The Cup "Thank You Lord" #531 "The Lord is Blessing Me Right Now" #506 G) Hymn of Inspiration Choral Benediction Postlude "The Lord Bless You and Keep You" John Rutter BIBLE STUDY NEW MEMBERS CLASS SERVICES OFFERED 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 December 4 Class #2 Faith Foundations: Baptist Polity and Practices December 11 Class #3 The Abyssinian Baptist Church: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow November 20 Class #4 Giving God Our Best: Worship & Stewardship November 27 PRAYER REQUESTS Prayer Request forms are available at Ushers station located in the back of the main Sanctuary s center aisle, and via The Prayer Band meets Sundays at 7:00 AM in the Vestry for prayer & testimony. BABY BLESSINGS Babies are blessed on the 2 nd Sunday in the 11:30 AM service. Baby Blessing Class is held on the 3 rd Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM in the Nursery and must be attended by parents who want to have their child blessed at Abyssinian. Next Class: Wednesday, December To register, call x255. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS To Dr. Butts, Rev. Bachus, Ministerial Staff, Diaconate Board, Naomi Graham and the Abyssinian Church Family Thank you for your prayers, and expressions of sympathy to my family during the Home Going of my brother, Lawrence Rountree. Thank you also for supporting Deaconess Solomon in her recovery from surgery. ~ Deacon Douglas Solomon To Dr. Butts, Rev. Bachus, Dea. Barbour, and the Abyssinian Church The family of the late James B. Sampson extends sincerest thanks to you all for making Sampson s Memorial service one that was deeply felt, and hugely appreciated. Thanks also to the congregation for their prayers and condolences. ~ The Sampson Family

4 CHURCH COVENANT Having been led, as we believe, by the Spirit of God to receive the Lord Jesus Christ as our Saviour; and on the profession of our faith, having been baptized in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit, we do now in the presence of God, angels and this assembly, most solemnly and joyfully enter into covenant with one another, as one body in Christ. We engage, therefore, by the aid of the Holy Spirit, to walk together in Christian love; to strive for the advancement of this church in knowledge and holiness; to give it a place in our affections, prayers and services above every organization of human origin; to sustain its worship, ordinances, discipline and doctrine; to contribute cheerfully and regularly, as God has prospered us, towards its expenses, for the support of a faithful and evangelical ministry among us, the relief of the poor and the spread of the Gospel throughout the world. In case of difference of opinion in the church, we will strive to avoid a contentious spirit, and if we cannot unanimously agree, we will cheerfully recognize the right of the majority to govern. We also engage to maintain family and secret devotion; to study diligently the word of God, to religiously educate our children; to seek the salvation of our kindred and acquaintance; to walk circumspectly in the world; to be kind and just to those in our employ, and faithful in the service we promise others; endeavoring in the purity of heart and good will towards all men to exemplify and commend our holy faith. We further engage to watch over, to pray for, to exhort and stir up each other unto every good word and work; to guard each other s reputation, not needlessly exposing the infirmities of others; to participate in each other s joys, and with tender sympathy bear one another s burdens and sorrows; to cultivate Christian courtesy; to be slow to give or take offense, but always ready for reconciliation, being mindful of the rules of the Saviour in the eighteenth chapter of Matthew, to secure it without delay; and through life, amid evil report, and good report, to seek to live to the glory of God, who hath called us out of darkness into his marvelous light. When we remove from this place, we engage as soon as possible to unite with some other church where we can carry out the spirit of this covenant and the principles of God s word.

5 ABYWEST Thank you to everyone who supported the $3.0 in 24MO! Campaign and those who attended the reception. This two year campaign officially ended on October 31, To date, the campaign allowed us to pay for the cost of nearly two of the five floors. Your generosity has been overwhelming. As you can see, we still have a way to go. For those who have not completed their pledge, we want you to continue your payments even though the campaign has ended from an accounting point of view. All of your future payments will be noted to your pledge. We ask all to continue to support AbyWest. New initiatives will roll out soon as we forge ahead to reach our goal of $8MM to complete the entire five floor community center. We strive to attain 100% participation because we want others to know that our membership is committed to this effort. Your support is greatly appreciated!

6 THE ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH MISSIONARY MINISTRY 2016 STEWARDSHIP REPORT The mission of The Abyssinian Baptist Church Missionary Ministry is to evangelize and spread the Gospel through intercessory prayer, visitation, scripture reading, food distribution, educational workshops and donations, as well as faithful service to the sick and shut-in, the incarcerated, seniors, and those in need, locally, nationally, and internationally. VISITATION Abyssinian Missionaries shared encouragement with the church s sick and shut-in members through cards, calls, home, and hospital visits. We supported grieving missionary members and their families. Further, Abyssinian Missionaries delivered over 30 Easter Lilies and The Daily Word to Sick & Shut-in members and others during Holy Week and beyond Resurrection Sunday. Sadly, this year we lost longtime member Sister, Bernyce Hay. FOREIGN MISSION The Abyssinian Missionary Ministry also supported the church s affiliate, Abyssinian Fund, with donations and assistance. We are committed to assisting Reverend Itang Young in the work of AbyFund, and remain supportive of international projects supported by the National Baptist Convention, USA, Inc. We made our annual contribution to the Hospital in Malawi, Africa, attended The Foreign Mission Rally in November 2016, the United Missionary Baptist Association s World Day of Prayer in November 2016, and maintain our membership in the Loyal Boosters. HOME MISSIONS At home, we donated clothing to various Nursing homes through the Women s Auxiliary of the Empire Baptist Missionary Convention (EBMC). We supply food and clothing to the Shelter for new families as needed. During the upcoming holiday season, Abyssinian Missionaries will once again support local seniors and families in the Harlem Community who are in need through the Charlyce B. Sampson Christmas Love Basket effort. We anticipate distributing 200 baskets, and thank God for the generous donations from numerous Abyssinian service ministries, church members, and the 100 Black Men Organization. The Missionary s Ministry remains enthusiastic in support of our church s AbyWest project. GENERAL Throughout 2016, our members supported Harlem and greater NYC Churches in celebrations, revivals, workshops and conferences. Our members attended the National Baptist Convention in September 2016; all sessions of the United Missionary Baptist Association, and we were present at the October 2016 Annual Session when Abyssinian s Deaconess Chair, Eleanor E. Olive, was elected President of The Women s Auxiliary to the United Missionary Baptist Association; We supported and served at the Empire Baptist Missionary Convention, and we collaborated with the Abyssinian American Baptist Women s Ministry. The Missionary Ministry has, and will continue to achieve its mission duties. We seek the Lord s guidance for the plans that we hope to expand in the areas of Foreign and Home Mission.

7 THE ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH MISSIONARY MINISTRY OFFICERS Susie L. Drayton President Hazel R. Smith 1 st Vice President Trustee Lillie May Financial Secretary Mary Frasier Ass t Fin l Secretary Deaconess Sylvia Solomon Treasurer Louise Harris Ass t Treasurer Patricia Garey Recording Secretary Shirley Melvin Ass t Recording Sec y Inez Alexander Corresponding Secretary Patricia McDaniels Ass t Corres. Sec y Abraham Christopher Gowan, III Worship Leader Deacon Calvin O. Butts, IV Liaison Deacon MEMBERS Shirley Adams B. Pynne Bertsche Elizabeth Bolling Rebecca Brown Virginia Brown Joseph Bunn Ernestine Burgess Lois Butler First Lady Mrs. Patricia Butts Oscar Carter Anasa Chappell Barbara Hart Charles Edythe Cherry Nicolette Cunningham Bealer Dennard Jacqueline Diaz-Olive Loretta Donaldson Imogene Evans Mary Faulkner Paula Fitchett Monique Fletcher Christine Fields Patricia Garey Sonia Glaspie Deaconess Jessie Green Addie B. Greer Kimberly Harris Trustee Shirley Harrison Monica Harte-Palmer Minnie Hebbons Hattie Hedgepeth Arvernetta Henry Patricia Hepburn Amelia Johnson B. Kaye Johnson Elizabeth Johnson Grace L. Jones Michelle Kelly Estelle Hilton Khanna Sharon Long Hastie Lowther Barbara MacNeal Roderick MacNeal Betty J. Manor Sheila Mason Deaconess Thelma Mason Ethel McCullum Chrystal McKay Shirley McLaurin Isabella Minns Marietta Morrell Yvette Morrell-Lewis Evelyn Neal E. Dolores O'Connor Deaconess Eleanor Olive Karen R. Owes Chyrisse Robinson Deaconess Rosemary Robinson Lola Rozier Bernice Rutherford Hazel Samuels Annie Singleton Brucie Smith Stephanie Stevens Yvette Tient'chu Myrtle Tully Leatrice Wactor Cynthia Wade Alma Warren MaryAnn Washington-Diaz Dr. William L. Watkins, Jr. Walteen Whitfield Christine Williams

8 CHRISTIAN EDUCATION ABYSSINIAN INSTITUTE FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 2016 Fall Series YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY (BBS) Saturday, December 3 The Politics of Jesus - Instructor: Reverend Rashad Moore Tuesdays 11/22, 12/6 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Vestry The sidewalks of America are covered with the blood of Black people. From the streets of Ferguson to the contaminated water pipes of Flint, Black communities have recently faced the harsh reality of state-sanctioned genocide in 21 st Century America. Where is Jesus in this moment? Through engaging discussions, lectures, and group reflections, this course will explore the revolutionary nature of Jesus who proclaimed a radical, economic, social, and political change for a people living under the force of the Roman Empire. Required Reading: The Politics of Jesus: Rediscovering The True Revolutionary Nature of the Jesus Teachings and How They Have Been Corrupted by Obery M. Hendricks, Jr. Declare & Decree: Effectual Fervent Prayer Life - Instructor: Min. Pamela Mason Thursdays 12/1 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM Vestry How do we achieve the strength, focus and self-discipline needed to experience abundance in our lives when the enemy comes to lie, steal and destroy the promises of God? When we begin to see ourselves the way God sees us, we learn to pray as heirs to a risen King who gave His life so that we might live in abundance, peace and love. Through this four-part workshop experience, we will explore what it means to put on the full armor of God, stand on God s principles and pray God s promises back to Him. Join us as we strengthen our witness of Christ by putting into practice what the scriptures teach us about faith-based prayers. If you saw the film, War Room, you don t want to miss this special teaching series on the power of an effectual fervent prayer life.

9 MINISTRY Join The Abyssinian Baptist Church Board of Trustees on Sunday December 4, 2016 following the 9:00 AM Service in the Vestry for an Important Discussion on 2016 Year End Estate Planning and Financial Planning with Presenters Lori Anne Douglas, Partner and Jana Handwerk of Moses & Singer, LLP Financial Planner, CLU, CHFC DON T END 2016 WITHOUT A PLAN! MATCHING GIFT OPPORTUNITIES Did you know that you can increase your gift to The Abyssinian Baptist Church by simply notifying your company? Find out if your employer is one of more than 1,400 U.S. companies that have 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 their policies. Then contact the Development Committee through Trustee Alexis Thomas Ext. 210 Every gift we receive helps to assist in managing our Church's many programs. Donations can be used to match your tithes, offerings and AbyWest contributions.

10 The Sister to Sister Book Ministry is currently reading Papa's Letters by Judith Lovell. Ministry s Holiday gathering takes place at Harlem Besame, 2070 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd, (124 th Street) on Saturday, December 10 th, 10:30 AM - Brunch price is $25. Share the spirit of Christmas with a child in need. Sponsored by the Abyssinian American Baptist Women s Ministry (ABWM), THE GIFT OF GIVING PROJECT is an opportunity to bring joy to children in need. Join ABWM Today following the 11:30 AM service in the Vestry for informational session on ways you can support this effort. Contact: Bernadette Thompson, The Abyssinian Missionary Ministry is preparing 200 Christmas Love/Food Baskets for needy families of our community. The Ministry is appealing to ALL ABYSSINIAN MINISTRY LEADERS & YOUR MINISTRY MEMBERS to support this Annual effort by donating various non-perishable food items. Collection of Food items ends on Sunday, December 11, Monetary contributions are also appreciated. Please check your Ministry mailbox after worship services for the Missionary s Love Basket request Form. Tuesdays: November 22 December 6 December 20

11 CREDIT UNION The Abyssinian Federal Credit Union will hold its Annual Meeting and Elections for 2017 TODAY at 1:30 PM (inquire at Credit Union Office/1 st Fl. Conference Rm. for meeting location). First 25 attending shareholders to receive a small gift. The Credit Union is also looking for Student interns who have an overall knowledge of computers, especially websites. Call/visit the Aby Credit Union, Tuesdays 4 PM - 6 PM, and Wednesdays 6:30 PM to 8 PM, Note: Credit Union will be closed Thanksgiving Eve, Wednesday, November 23 rd. ARTS & CULTURE The First Noel is back in NY for a limited run, December 10-18, 2016, at Harlem s world-famous Apollo Theater. This uplifting holiday musical celebrates faith, healing, and community while exploring life s tragedies and triumphs. Contact Toni Isreal: toni.isreal@apollotheater.org or visit: SWEAT, A New York premiere by Pulitzer Prize winner, Lynn Nottage, plays now at Public Theater to Dec 4, Don't miss this stunning new play about collision of race, class, family and friendship. Tickets are $85. To purchase, call ; visit or at Public Theater Box Office, 425 Lafayette Street, NYC. For group sales 10+ contact, Marcia Pendelton ; or via, Marcia@walktallgirlproductions.com MASTER HAROLD...AND THE BOYS. Written and Directed by Athol Fugard. Now playing at Signature Theatre thru November 27, Winner of the Drama Desk and London Evening Standard Awards for Best Play, Master Harold... and the boys reveals the profound personal consequences of oppression. All tickets $30. To purchase, call ; visit, or at The Signature Theatre Box Office, 480 West 42 nd Street, NYC. ABY MEMBER CHRISTINE MELTON will be singing from the Great American Songbook with pianist, Carlos Castellblanch on Thursday, December 8 th at Ponty Bistro (2375 Adam Clayton Powell Blvd on corner of 139 th Street) 6:00 PM -10:00 PM. No Cover Charge but make your Dinner Reservations today at REALTY Ownership: Affordable home-ownership opportunity available at new development on ACP Blvd. between 131 st & 132 nd Streets. Income range: $60,000-$90,0000 annually. Visit: Advertisement.pdf. Sale: Brick semi-detached house with fireplaces at 114 West 130 th Street. Gut rehab, 3,400 sf building. Great deal for $1,899,999. Call Barbara at for more information. Rental: Three Bedrooms, 1 Bath apartment in Private Two Family house on 2 nd floor walk-up (Baychester Section of the Bronx) for $1,800 monthly. Call for more information.

12 COMMUNITY A COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIP FORUM On Medicare 2017: Overview and Update MetroPlus Health Plan Medicare and our Health, Preparing Yourself for Potential Changes: AARP MONDAY, NOVEMBER 21, :30 AM 1:30 PM Taking place at Brookdale Center for Healthy Again Hunter College/CUNY 2180 Third Avenue (corner of 119 th Street 2 nd Floor Auditorium Continental Breakfast & Lunch Served Free Bus Transportation departs The Abyssinian Baptist Church at 9 AM and returns to the Church at 2:00 PM Sponsors Greater New York Chapter Health & Human Services

13 FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY SATURDAY December 3, :00 AM 4:00 PM At The Abyssinian Baptist Church 132 Odell Clark Place (between Malcolm X/Lenox Avenue & Adam Clayton Powell Blvd.) New York, NY 10030

14 Reverend Butts will deliver the Sermonic Message at The Joint Thanksgiving Day Worship Service Thursday, November 24, :00 AM St. James Presbyterian Church 409 West 141 st Street & Saint Nicholas Avenue Participating Churches The Abyssinian Baptist Church Mt. Olivet Baptist Church Mt. Calvary/ St. Mark s United Methodist Church St. James Presbyterian Church Following Joint Worship Service The Brotherhood Ministry hosts Thanksgiving Day Community Dinner Aby Café 12:30 PM Come Enjoy A Thanksgiving Meal of Holiday Favorites THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY CLOSING The Abyssinian Baptist Church Administrative offices will be closed on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 24, The Church and its offices will be closed on Friday, November 25 th.

15 SERMON NOTES Take personal notes while listening to the Word of God Date: Sermon Title: Biblical Text: Points to Note: PULPIT FLOWERS Courtesy of 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 Itang H. Young Assistant Minister for Youth Ext. 220 Rashad R. Moore Assistant Minister Ext. 212 MUSIC MINISTRY James Davis, Jr. Director, Music Ministries & Fine Arts 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 New York, NY (T) (F) abyssinian.org