THE ORDER OF WORSHIP TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST ALL SAINTS SUNDAY ASSEMBLE IN GOD S NAME. Organ Prelude: "Children s Prayer" E.

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1 THE ORDER OF WORSHIP TWENTY-FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST ALL SAINTS SUNDAY November 3, :30 a.m. ASSEMBLE IN GOD S NAME Organ Prelude: "Children s Prayer" E. Humperdink The Life and Work of the Church Welcome, friends and members Please sign back page of bulletin Nursery care available in Education Building Restrooms found in Education Building Prayer requests for offering plate Fellowship Hour following worship Announcements please use microphone Stewardship Moment: Pat Taylor *A Time of Greeting Steeple Bell Choral Introit

2 Call to Worship: Psalms 96, 98 O sing to the LORD a new song, for God has done marvelous things. Let the heavens rejoice, let the earth be glad; Let the fields be jubilant, and the trees of the forest sing for joy! Make music to the LORD with the harp, with the harp and the sound of singing. O sing to the LORD a new song; sing to the LORD, all the earth. *Hymn: #821 "How Can I Keep from Singing?" Dedication of New Hymnals to the Glory of God Prayer of Adoration Presentation and Promises Prayer of Dedication Sung Response: #633 "Praise Ye the Lord" (Ps 150) Prayer for Illumination PROCLAIM GOD S WORD Epistle Lesson: Page: NT 225 Hebrews 11:1-3, 13-16, 27-29, 39-40; 12:1-2

3 Anthem: "Saints Bound for Heaven" arr. Helvey The Choir From Egypt's yoke set free; Hail the glorious jubilee. And to Canaan we'll return, by and by. Our bondage it shall end, by and by. Our Deliverer will come, by and by. And our sorrows have an end, With our threescore years and ten, And vast glory crown the day, by and by. Though our enemies are strong, we'll go on. Though our hearts dissolve with fear, Lo! Sinai's God is near, While the fiery pillar moves, we'll go on. And when to Jordan's flood, we are come: Jehovah rules the tide, And the waters He'll divide, And the ransomed host shall shout, "We are come!" By and by, We'll go on! A Scripture Conversation Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 55:1-3b, Page: OT 685 Isaiah 25:6-10a Page: OT 652 Sermon: *Hymn: #297 "Going On" "In Christ Called to Baptize" The Sacrament of Baptism Presentation and Promises *Affirmation of Faith: The Apostles Creed Do you believe in God the Father? I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth.

4 Do you believe in God the Son? I believe in Jesus Christ, God s only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he arose from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. Do you believe in God the Holy Spirit? I believe in the Holy Spirit; the holy catholic church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen. The Act of Baptizing Welcome GIVE THANKS TO GOD Offerings of Tithes and Gifts Offertory: Litany for All Soul s Day Reception of Offerings by Ushers *Presentation F. Schubert

5 *Doxology (#538) Hallelujah! We sing your praises; all our hearts are filled with gladness. Hallelujah! We sing your praises; all our hearts are filled with gladness. Christ the Lord to us said: I am wine, I am bread. I am wine, I am bread: give to all who thirst and hunger. Now he sends us all out, strong in faith, free of doubt, strong in faith, free of doubt. Tell to all the joyful gospel. Hallelujah! We sing your praises; all our hearts are filled with gladness. Hallelujah! We sing your praises; all our hearts are filled with gladness. *Prayer of Thanks The Sacrament of the Lord s Supper Invitation Prayers of Thanksgiving and Intercession

6 The 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen. Words of Institution Distribution You may say to your neighbor: "The Body of Christ", then "The Cup of Salvation" Closing Prayer Please dispose of your cups in the basket near the exit as you leave.

7 GO IN GOD S NAME *Hymn: #730 "I Sing a Song of the Saints of God" *Charge and Benediction Choral Benediction Steeple Bell Organ Postlude: "Te Deum" M. Charpentier You may recycle your bulletins in the basket at the back of the Meeting House. The Sacrament of Baptism The Sacrament of Baptism is administered this morning to Benjamin Patrick, infant son of Molly and Matt Cooney, and grandson of Jane Fouracre. Sponsors are Katie Fouracre Burke and Monica Cooney. See what love the Father has given us that we should be called children of God, for that is what we are!

8 Use this space to make note for yourself of prayer concerns raised and insights received:

9 Opportunities for Infants and Children A Nursery Care Program for infants through age 3 is available in Room 207 after the Scripture Conversation. If your child needs to leave before that, please see an usher. Children ages 4 through 10 may also exit after the Scripture Conversation for Someplace Else (a lesson and activities in the CE Building). Children of any age are always welcome in worship. Worship Assistance Please see an usher to receive hearing assistance, a large print bulletin or bible, or a personal seat cushion. Nursing Home and Hospital: Debbie Harrington Foulk Manor North Health Ctr Foulk Road Wilmington, DE At Home: Prayer List: To place a name on the Prayer Chain, contact Susan Flook, (302) suzieflook@hotmail.com Fran Handy 125 Stuyvesant Avenue Van Dyke Village New Castle, DE (302) Charlotte Mitchell 1031 Bear Road New Castle, DE (302) Dot Campbell Cadia Rehabilitation Harbor 301 Ocean View Blvd, Rm 106 Lewes, DE (302) Jason Campbell 522 Brighton Road Wilmington, DE (302)

10 The Flowers are given to the glory of God by: Jim & Barbara Whisman In Honor of Loved Ones Special Gifts Memorial Case: Frederic O. Fulmer Dorothy Neilson This morning, our Ushers are: Monty Gerhart & Conchita Showell Preparing and Serving Communion this morning are: Ray Snyder*, Kay Fry, Miranda Matthews, Jenna Duncan and Kris Stone Nursery Attendants: Valarie Windle & Jennifer Kim Someplace Else (Children s Bible Study and Activities): Esther Lindell & Janet Spring

11 A New Hymnal "O sing to the Lord a new song, for God has done marvelous things!" --Psalm 96 Our new hymnals are here!! This new hymnal, Glory to God, contains over 800 hymns, psalms, and spiritual songs. Approximately 50% are from the 1990 hymnal. The remaining pieces are from former Presbyterian hymnals, other denominational songbooks, and individual authors and composers. At New Castle Presbyterian, we have been using selections from Glory to God for the past two years in worship. We still need contributions to the finance this project. Envelopes are available in the pews to make a donation. The price of each hymnal is $ You may dedicate your contribution in honor or in memory of a loved one, and this will be acknowledged on a nameplate in the front of the hymnal. We currently have received $1, to offset the $3798 spent from Special Gifts to pre-order our 200 copies. The Worship Committee thanks you for your support of this new venture! To celebrate and introduce our new hymnals, join us for a hymn festival on November 10 th. "To our God and Father be glory forever and ever. Amen." --Phil.4:20

12 New Hymnal Dedications Eugene & Carol Mayhew In Honor of The Mayhew Family - Gene, Carol & Stacy Eugene & Carol Mayhew In Memory of Evelyn Y. O Neill Peter & Kelly McCurdy In Honor of Our Parents Peter & Kelly McCurdy In Honor of Nancy Rowland Carlo & Joanne Viola In Honor of Sarah McCann Carlo & Joanne Viola In Memory of Esther R. Paff Monty & Ellie Gerhart In Honor of Loved Ones (2) Matt & Jennifer Kim In Honor of The Kim Family (4) Matt & Jennifer Kim In Memory of Rev. John C. Awe Kimberly Beebe In Honor of Linda Bennett Ian & Jane Byrd McCurdy In Honor of Kelly & Peter McCurdy (2) Brenda DiMichele In Honor of DiMichele Family Grands: Morgan & Shannon Burris, Willow & Otto DiMichele Brenda DiMichele In Honor of the DiMichele Family Brenda DiMichele In Memory of Fred & Audie Dykes Ray Snyder In Memory of Dr. & Mrs. Raymond C. Snyder Ray Snyder In Memory of Kierstyn Ashley Snyder Ray Snyder (4) Ruth Moore In Memory of Margaret & Henry Laughlin Joanne M. Hopkins In Memory of John W. Hopkins (5) Scott & Miranda Matthews In Memory of Lorane Lloyd Matthews Scott & Miranda Matthews In Memory of Vic Diodati Earl & Janet Reed In Memory of Earl, Sr. & Dorothy Reed Earl & Janet Reed In Memory of Robert J. & Anna May Maxwell Joan Smith In Memory of Bill & Carrie Hopkins Bill & Marcia Quillen In Memory of Gladys & Bob Quillen Bill & Marcia Quillen In Memory of Jim & Emilie Eliason Marcia Quillen In Honor of Pastor Nancy Rowland Nanette C. Nichol In Memory of Sam & Emma Nichol Nanette C. Nichol In Memory of James E. Nichol Grace Hayford In Memory of Clara Zimmerman Grace Hayford In Memory of Howard Zimmerman Grace Hayford In Memory of Jennie Duling Grace Hayford In Memory of Ira Duling Grace Hayford In Memory of Ruth Duling Grace Hayford In Memory of Ralph Duling Grace Hayford In Memory of Col. Richard M. Hayford Susan Townsend In Memory of Arline M. Olds (2) Family of Richard M. Appleby Jr. In Memory of Richard M. Appleby, Jr. Ginny Appleby In Memory of My Husband Richard M. Appleby, Jr. Daniel & Shirley Knox In Memory of William T. Knox Kris Stone In Memory of Louisa N. Haskell Robert & Joan Appleby In Memory of Horace L. & Edna A. Deakyne

13 Robert & Joan Appleby In Memory of Richard M. & Pauline S. Appleby Elizabeth G. Carpenter In Memory of Jay H. Carpenter Elizabeth G. Carpenter In Memory of William B. Carpenter, Sr. Carl Witt In Memory of Annabelle Witt C. J. Seitz In Memory of Virginia D. Seitz Ron Studd In Memory of Mark Chisholm Dr. & Mrs. G. Dean MacEwen In Memory of Our Parents (2) Winifred Skeen Beatty In Memory of Carrel W. Skeen Sr. (2) Winifred Skeen Beatty In Memory of Martha Skeen Schmidt (2) Winifred Skeen Beatty In Memory of Gladys Skeen Gordon (2) Beverly & James Stoudt In Memory of Alice & David McCallion (6) Chris & Rick Fagles In Memory of George & Peg Twyford Barbara & Jim Whisman (2) Herbert & Mary Pratt (6) Rodman & Beverly Denison (1) Dot & Jason Campbell (1) Andrew Lundgren (1) Jean Swanson (2) The Reilly Family (2) Mark Rappold & Ringo Keka (2) Bruce & Lisa Raker In Honor of William B. & Dolores J. Raker Bruce & Lisa Raker In Honor of Christopher Raker Bruce & Lisa Raker In Honor of Kaitlyn Raker Bruce & Lisa Raker In Memory of Alma Davis Bruce & Lisa Raker In Memory of Andrew & Marie Hearn Steve Martin & Cynthia Robbins In Memory of Ann Fulmer Steve Martin & Cynthia Robbins In Memory of Milt & Thelma Kern Nancy L. Rowland In Gratitude for New Castle Presbyterian Church Nancy L. Rowland In Memory of Richard H. & Janice C. Rowland Nancy L. Rowland In Honor of Sarah Carter McCann Nancy L. Rowland In Honor of Jennifer Grace McCann Spivey Nancy L. Rowland In Honor of Robert & Laurie Rowland Smith Nancy L. Rowland In Honor of Jim & Alice Rowland March Nancy L. Rowland In Honor of William F. & Mary Anne Rowland Clisham Lucy & Michael Armstrong In Memory of Our Father Michael Clifford Armstrong (4) Brenda Walters In Honor of My Parents Joan G. Smith and Charles S. Smith Jr. Brenda Walters In Honor of Carol & Gene Mayhew Brenda Walters In Honor of the Walter s Family - Brenda, Bill, Brendan & Phillip Brenda Walters In Honor of Joanne M. Hopkins and In Memory of John W. Hopkins Louise Thornton (3) Barbara D. F. Quillen In Memory of R. James Quillen, Jr. Anita Johnson In Memory of My Husband Ralph R. Johnson Jr.(10)

14 Stewardship 2014 Like good stewards of the manifold grace of God, serve one another with whatever gift each of you has received. - I Peter 4:10 For if the eagerness is there, the gift is acceptable according to what one has not according to what one does not have. - II Corinthians 8:12 New Castle Presbyterian Church is about to begin a new year of God s grace. Each of us has an opportunity to demonstrate the faith that God has given us, with whatever gift God has given us. In the coming weeks, you will hear testimonies from members as to how God has made a difference in their lives and how this church has been a part of that. Consider the goodness of God in this place, and consider the opportunity to support this Body of Christ into the future. Make plans to attend our annual Stewardship Brunch today after worship to hear more about what God is doing in our midst! Sign up today in the Fellowship Hall! Service of Ordination and Installation Community Presbyterian Church The congregation of Community Presbyterian Church on 519 Rogers Rd in New Castle, proudly invites you to share in the joy of the ordination and installation of the Reverend Frederick A. Hanna as Pastor, Teaching Elder and Minister of Word and Sacrament. They are excited about the future ministry of their church and this new leadership! A reception will follow in the fellowship hall.

15 Seamen s Center Christmas At Sea The Mission and Outreach Committee would like to remind everyone that we will again be supporting the Seamen s Center Christmas at Sea program this December. As in past years, we hope to provide 30 to 40 ditty boxes which include various items such as shampoo, toothpaste, toothbrushes, candy, etc., as well as hand knitted scarves and hats. Over 1,300 ditty boxes are given each year to the seamen who arrive at our port by ship during the month of December. This is our opportunity as a church and as individuals to be a part of the bigger world as we share our resources and our gratitude with those who work hard all year long to provide us with essential goods. For those wishing to participate, please see the poster in Fellowship Hall. Items should be delivered to church by today. We will be assembling the boxes on Sunday, November 10 th after worship. Anyone with questions about the program should contact Ellie Gerhart ( ) or Barbara Whisman ( ).

16 Spirit of Christmas Saturday, December 14 Craft Table Everyone is encouraged to start working at home on items you may want to contribute to Spirit of Christmas. We will welcome more pocketbooks, mittens, ornaments, scarves, etc. which many of you have already perfected, or surprise us with something entirely new! The church craft room upstairs is stocked with material, yarn, buttons, and zippers for your use. Please call Ellie Gerhart ( ) or Barbara Whisman ( ) if you have any questions. Spirit of Christmas - Saturday, December 14 Look What $20 Can Buy It s time to think about donations for the Look What $20 Can Buy. This is one of our most popular and revenue producing tables at Spirit of Christmas, and we have earned the reputation of having quality items. Visitors actually do their Christmas gift buying here, so let s make it a fun place to shop! Gift certificates for restaurants or donations from your favorite retail store worth $30 or more are very popular. We also need donations from individuals of new (or like new) items that have a $30 value or more. Re-gifting is a great way to support our event. Brochures of Friendship House are available in the church office for your use when soliciting a donation. Any questions about what to donate or arrangements for the storage of items until December 14, call Joan Appleby

17 BREAD AND SOUP MAKERS FOR SPIRIT OF CHRISTMAS December 14, 2013 At the Spirit of Christmas celebration this year, we would like to offer not only your delicious homemade soups and bread for sale, but also your homemade pickles, jams, candy, and jellies. Labels, bread bags, and soup containers are available in the kitchen on November 17th. Please bring the items in jars. You can deliver your soups and breads/cookies/sweets on Friday, December 13 between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. through 6:30 p.m. at the C.E. building. Bless you for sharing your gifts for our gifts for our Christmas Charities. Susan Townsend Ray Snyder, Janet Reed,

18 Donate a Frozen Turkey If you earn credit for a free turkey this fall please consider donating that free turkey to a Christmas Food Basket project being organized by the Newark Area Welfare Committee. Beverly Stoudt is co-chairperson of this large undertaking. Approximately 375 families and senior citizens will receive a week s worth of non-perishable food on Saturday December 21. Each basket also will be accompanied by a lb. frozen turkey for Christmas dinner. Many grocery stores are offering bargain prices and offers of free turkeys before Thanksgiving. And, some companies give their employees a free turkey for Thanksgiving and/or Christmas. If you have accumulated credit or expect a gift of a turkey and do not want it, please consider giving it to our Christmas Food Basket project. We will need your donated turkey any time before Sat. Dec. 21. If you plan to donate please call Beverly Stoudt, as soon as you get the turkey, at to arrange for pick up and storage. We have a facility that will store as many turkeys as we can get. If you would like to bring your donated turkey to any Sunday church service that would be wonderful and hopefully easy for your family. Put it in the kitchen freezer and tell Beverly it is there. If you want to purchase a turkey and donate it we will be very grateful. Remember the prices are much better before Thanksgiving than after. We will pledge a turkey. We will bring our donated turkey to church. We do not have space to store a turkey and will need to have our donated turkey picked up. Please call our family at. Thank you for considering this loving project and taking the time to secure a frozen turkey. Beverly Stoudt ( ) Newark Area Welfare Committee P.O. Box 951, Newark, DE 19715

19 November Birthdays and Anniversaries Kelly Koczak McCurdy, 11/5 Thomas Truman, 11/5 Jean Swanson, 11/6 Dean MacEwen, 11/10 Samuel Kim, 11/11 Brenda Walters, 11/14 Patricia Bird, 11/15 Mary Pratt, 11/16 Elsie Clark, 11/17 William Wilson, 11/19 Susan Flook, 11/20 Grace Kim, 11/22 Judy Hentkowski, 11/23 Sarah Werkheiser, 11/24 Bob Briggs, 11/30 Debbie & Joe Harrington, 11/27 CPR (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation) for Family & Friends Sunday, November 17th 2:00 to 4:00 PM In Fellowship Hall (Class size is limited / Please Sign-up by Nov 1 st, 2013) Sponsored by Congregational Life and Membership Committee

20 This Week s Schedule SUNDAY 11/3 All Saints 9:00am Colonial Chimers 9:30am Adult Bible Study 10:30am Worship - Lord s Supper Dedication of Hymnals Baptism & Someplace Else 11:30am Stewardship Brunch All Welcome! 11:30am CE Committee Mtg Monday 11/4 Meals on Wheels Tuesday 11/5 Meals on Wheels 12:00pm Noon Circle Wednesday 11/6 Meals on Wheels BROWNIES DUE 1:00pm Bible Study 7:30pm Choir Thursday 11/7 Meals on Wheels 8am-5pm Arasapha Dried Flower Workshop 9:30am Emmanuel Dining Room Prep 7:00pm Al-Anon Meeting 7:30pm Celebration Ringers Friday 11/8 Pastor Nancy s Day of Rest* Meals on Wheels 7:00pm AA Closed Mtg. Saturday 11/9 8-9am Tai Chi SUNDAY 11/10 9:30am Adult Bible Study 10:30am Worship-Hymn Festival & Someplace Else 11:30am Fellowship - All are Welcome! 12:00pm Colonial Chimers 12:00pm Ditty Box Assembly 5:00pm Ordination/Installation of Fred Hanna at Community Presbyterian Church *Pastor Nancy is always available for pastoral emergencies.