SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY January 8, 2017 8:30 and 11:00 am
WELCOME. We re glad to gather together as a community of faith today. No matter where you are on the journey of faith, you are welcome here, to join in worship and service. All are invited to a time of refreshment and conversation immediately following worship in St. Andrews Hall (down the steps outside the sanctuary, and to the left). If you are new to this community of faith, we rejoice in your presence with us. Remember, we re not strangers, but rather friends who journey together, following the Lord Jesus Christ. Please turn off all cellular phones and watch alarms during worship. Please refrain from using flash photography during the worship service. Leadership at Lewinsville Ruling Elders Clerk of Session: Laura Jones Treasurer: Liz Stevens Tonya Deyo Pamela Deese Lois Dokken Joe Parisi James Foster Jim Edmondson Adrian Steel Tom Mellor David Foster Michael Werner David Smith Bettie McElroy Deacons/*Denotes Stephen Leader Sara Becker Carolyn Fisk Diane Alden Verna Chenault (Secretary) Jack Hess Emily Foster Wendy Maiwurm* Danny Howell Janet Kohlenberger Pat Matheson* Doug McGuire* Dong Lee Karen Siple* Alex Scopeletis (Moderator) Rick Neldon HEARING ASSISTANCE devices are available from the ushers or the audio/video console at the rear of the sanctuary. PILLOWS are available in the coat room, just outside the narthex, to help make the pew more comfortable during worship. Feel free to borrow a pillow and return it after worship. MISS A WORSHIP SERVICE? Sermons are posted every week on our website, www.lewinsville.org. DVD recordings of worship services are also archived in the Library. Feel free to check them out any time. INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT LEWINSVILLE CHURCH? Visit the web page www.lewinsville.org or call the church office. NOTES FOR WORSHIP: GG Glory to God The Presbyterian Hymnal Renew! - Renew! Hymnal (grey) OT - Pew Bible Old Testament NT - Pew Bible New Testament
THE GATHERING January 8, 2017 8:30 a.m. WELCOME * SONG You Belong to Christ GG 492 CONFESSION SILENCE ASSURANCE OF FORGIVENESS RESPONSE Praise, I Will Praise You, Lord GG 628, VS. 1 THE WORD PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION SCRIPTURE Psalm 29 Isaiah 42:1-9 OT p. 670 Matthew 3:13-17 NT p. 3 The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God! SERMON You Are Beloved Rev. Scott Ramsey REAFFIRMATION OF THE BAPTISMAL COVENANT * AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Apostles Creed GG p. 35 * THANKSGIVING FOR BAPTISM PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
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. OFFERING Christ, When for Us You were Baptized Kenneth Lowenberg THE SACRAMENT THE LORD S SUPPER All who are baptized and profess faith in Jesus Christ are invited to the table. The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. Prayer continues Communion will be served using intinction. Gluten-free crackers are available. MUSIC DURING COMMUNION * PRAYER AFTER THE SUPPER THE SENDING * SONG Baptized in Water GG 482 * THE PEACE The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you. 2
January 8, 2017 11:00 a.m. * If you are able, please stand Latecomers seated WELCOME G ATHERING PRELUDE Pastorale in F:Movt. II J. S. Bach * CALL TO WORSHIP There is a river whose streams make glad the city of God; The holy habitation of the Most High. The Lord pours forth rivers from the dry mountains, and fountains of living water in the deepest, darkest valleys. God opens rocks, and water gushes out. In a dry and thirsty land, God makes streams to flow. In the dry deserts of our lives, God s living water is flowing with grace, justice, and love. * HYMN Jesus Shall Reign Where er the Sun GG 265 CALL TO CONFESSION DUKE STREET PRAYER OF CONFESSION Sovereign God, in baptism you called us to turn from sin and to turn to Jesus Christ; but we stray from his ways and do not heed your call. (Silence) Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. In baptism you joined us to Christ in his death that we might be raised with Christ in new life; continued next page 3
but we cherish old ways and fail to embrace the risen life of righteousness, justice, and love. (Silence) Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. In baptism you united us with all the baptized who confess your name; but we foster division in the church. We refuse to live as one people, and so fail to witness to your reconciling love before the world. (Silence) Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. In baptism you sent us to serve with compassion all for whom Christ died; but we ignore the suffering of the oppressed and the plight of the poor. We take bread from the hungry, and stop our ears to cries for justice. (Silence) Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. In baptism you gave us the Holy Spirit to teach and guide us but we rely on ourselves and refuse to trust your direction. We spurn your eternal wisdom, preferring, instead, the luring ways of the world. (Silence) Lord, have mercy. continued next page 4
Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy on us. Remember the promises you made to us in baptism, forgive our sinful ways and heal our brokenness. Set us free from all that enslaves us, and raise us to new life in Jesus Christ, that we may be your faithful servants, showing forth your healing love to the world, to the glory of your holy name. Amen. ASSURANCE OF FORGIVENESS Friends, hear and believe the good news that comes from God. In Jesus Christ we are forgiven! * CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Praise, I Will Praise You, Lord GG 628, VS. 1 * THE PEACE The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you. Greet those around you, saying Peace be with you or The Peace of Christ If you prefer not to shake hands in greeting while passing the Peace of Christ, you may choose to make eye contact and greet others in another personal way. T HE W ORD CHILDREN S MEDITATION Following the Children s Meditation, children age 4 through grade 2 are invited to meet Allison Lineberger in the Narthex for Sermon Stories. Children will return to the Sanctuary for worship with their parents following the sermon. PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION SCRIPTURE Isaiah 42:1-9 OT p. 670 Matthew 3:13-17 NT p. 3 5
The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God! SERMON You Are Beloved Rev. Scott Ramsey REAFFIRMATION OF THE BAPTISMAL COVENANT * PROFESSION OF FAITH Apostles Creed Do you believe in God the Father? I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. Do you believe in Jesus Christ, the Son of God? 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, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living 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. * THANKSGIVING FOR BAPTISM 6
* HYMN Baptized in Water GG 482 PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE BUNESSAN 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. T HANKSGIVING THE SHARING OF OUR LIVES THROUGH OUR GIFTS OFFERTORY What is This Lovely Fragrance? Arr. John Ferguson PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES AND GIFTS * CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! Holy, holy, holy! Lord God Almighty! Early in the morning our song shall rise to thee. Holy, holy, holy! merciful and mighty! God in three persons blessed Trinity. * PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING S ENDING * HYMN Go to the World! GG 295 SINE NOMINE * CHARGE AND BENEDICTION 7
* DISMISSAL Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God! POSTLUDE Pastorale in F: Movt. IV J. S. Bach The pastors will be in the narthex to greet you following worship. 8
A NNOUNCEMENTS FOR THE W EEK OF J ANUARY 8, 2017 Our loving sympathy and prayers are extended to Roy Mitchell and family surrounding the death of his brother-in-law, David Dawson, on January 1. A graveside service will be held at Lewinsville Presbyterian Church cemetery on January 14 at 2pm, followed by a reception in St. Andrews Hall. Our loving sympathy and prayers are extended to James Foster and family surrounding the death of his mother, Alice Abraham Foster, on January 2, in Florida. Our loving sympathy and prayers are extended to Lois Rorex and Saundra and Megan Leslie surrounding the death of Tanya Rorex Winkeljohn, daughter, sister and aunt, on December 14 in Georgia. ***WITHIN OUR PRAYERS*** Help carry one another s burden, and in this way you will obey the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2 ALL NAMES ON THE PRAYER LIST HAVE BEEN REMOVED FOR PRIVACY REASONS. THE PRINTED ANNOUNCEMENTS INCLUDED IN THE BULLETIN ON SUNDAY MORNINGS CONTAINS THE COMPLETE LIST. The weekly prayer list includes those members and friends of the church family who are in a short-term temporarily serious or critical situation. Please remember in your prayers all those listed. The number in parentheses is the area cluster. Names placed on the weekly list will be removed after six weeks unless the church office is requested otherwise. We need your help to keep our prayer lists accurate and current. Please refer to the website, www.lewinsville.org, for further information on activities. 2017 STEWARDSHIP CAMPAIGN For 2017, to date we have received 189 pledges as of January 4, 2017, for a total of $1,058,299. 109 pledges increased (total increase $95,224.25); 55 pledges stayed the same, 10 new pledges (for a total of $13,350), and 15 pledges decreased (total decrease of $11,670). MCLEAN INTERFAITH COALITION - The next workday for the McLean Interfaith Coalition (MIC) with Habitat for Humanity of Northern Virginia will be Wednesday, January 10, from 8:45 to 3:30. The work site is in Reston where we will be rehabbing an existing home. Volunteers supply their own lunch and Habitat supplies water and tools. If you re interested in joining volunteers from other McLean congregations on January 10, contact Mary Frase, the Lewinsville representative to MIC, at maryjfrase@gmail.com or (703) 536-4091. 9
LEWINSVILLE SINGLE SENIORS - are invited to the next fellowship gathering which will take place Friday, January 13, in the Chapel from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm. Please bring $5 to cover a simple lunch. Come and enjoy getting to know others better. Wendy Maiwurm, one of the founders of Single Seniors, will share her life story. For further information and to RSVP, contact Lois Dokken, manpadokken@aol.com, 703 789-0617 or Wendy Maiwurm wmaiwurm@cox.net 703 759-6705. CONGREGATIONAL CARE AND MEMBERSHIP MINISTRY GROUP - Lewinsville Presbyterian Church is blessed to have so many people that give their time, treasure, and talent to the church. Each month, we will include a short description in the bulletin and newsletter of one of the social or service groups that are a part of the Congregational Care and Membership Ministry Group. Please feel free to reach out to the contact person if you are interested in hearing more about the group s activities or joining in. The Hospitality Group offers greeting and refreshments for church events and provides a warm and friendly welcome. The Hospitality Group prepares and serves baked goods, appetizers, snacks, and drinks at many church events during the year. These events include the Christmas Music Festival, the Salzman Lectures, Lenten Studies, Faith and Public Policy events, New Member receptions, and many other events during the year. If you have questions or would like to help, please contact Jody Ransom at jcransom@verizon.net or Liz Stevens at lizstevens541@hotmail.com. THE NEWSLETTER DEADLINE - is the second Sunday of each month (January 15 for the February newsletter). Please plan to get your material to Sandy Albrecht, salbrecht@lewinsville.org by Monday, January 16, so it can be included in the newsletter. Thank you! ADULT CLUB PLANNING MEETING - Sunday, January 22 in the Chapel after the 11:00 service. Bring a sandwich and we will provide beverages and dessert. We will be planning our programs for 2017, and look forward to hearing your ideas. Questions: contact Brigitte Rais, 703 356-3848 CHRISTCARE SMALL GROUP OPEN FELLOWSHIP MONTH - If you have thought about joining a small group now is the time! There are six ChristCare Groups that meet regularly and there are other small groups that will be starting up in January. If you would like to visit a group then sign up in St. Andrews Hall or online and the group leader will give you a call or email to let you know the details of when and where the group meets. There may not be an opening in the particular group you visit BUT we would still love for you to experience the joy and fellowship of a small group! Small Groups keep us connected with one another and with Christ. Small Groups are circles of care with Christ at the center. Make it your New Year s resolution to visit a small group in January: ChristCare Acts meets Sundays, Jan. 8 & 22 from 12:30 2:30pm for women Sunday Evening Group meets Sundays, Jan. 8 & 22 from 5:30 7:30pm Barnabas meets Mondays, Jan. 9 & 23 from 6:45 8:15pm Spiritual Seekers meets Mondays, Jan. 9, 16 & 23 from 6:30 8:00pm 10
LRR ChristCare meets Mondays, Jan. 9 & 23 from 2:00 3:30pm The New Group meets Wednesdays, Jan. 11 & 25 from 1:15 2:45pm for women Men s Squares meets Saturdays, Jan. 14 & 28 from 7:30 9:00am The Young Adult Group meets second Wednesday, January 11 from 7:30 9:00pm ALL CHURCH GAME NIGHT + BAKE OFF - You re invited to a fun evening of friendly competition and fellowship! Join us for dinner, dessert and trivia--sunday, January 29th from 6-8 pm in Fellowship Hall. Gather up a team of 6-8 people (bonus points given for variety of ages!) to play trivia and bring your best dessert to enter for the title of Lewinsville Best Baker. A delicious dinner of Santini s sandwiches and sides will be provided, donations are welcome. All ages are welcome and encouraged to come--it is a great opportunity to bring friends and newcomers. This is an evening that s not to be missed! For more information, contact Kate Satterstrom at kate@lewinsville.org. CALLING ALL JOSEPH FANS! - If you have always wanted to be part of a production of Joseph, here is your chance! I am forming a "back up" choir for Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat! It is not hard. There are two practice times: Sundays from 5:15-6:00 starting Jan. 8, and Thursday at 8:45 beginning on Jan. 12. We will put this all together Friday March 3 from 5-7pm and Saturday March 4 TBD. You get to wear black, sing from a black folder, and let your inner Broadway shine! It will be fun and will be a great support for the whole production. Let me know if you are in! Email Carole Huston at carolehuston@hotmail.com. 11
SUNDAY, JANUARY 8 8:30am Service of Worship Rev. Scott Ramsey preaching CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK OF JANUARY 8, 2017 SACRAMENT OF THE LORD S SUPPER 9:45am Adult Education The Lewinsville Forum Chapel Led by Linton Brooks and David Morrison Old Testament Bible Study: A Little Journey with Jacob room 103 Led by Rachel Russell Middle School Youth Education - The Story Senior High Youth Education - Faith Questions Confirmation Class Youth Center Church School Bible in a Box (ages 2 and 3) (Lower Level room 8) Joyful Noise (lower level room 6)/Godly Play (ages 4 and 5) (lower level room 2) Workshop Rotation (grades 1-6) (Lower Level room 1) 11:00am Service of Worship Rev. Scott Ramsey preaching 4:00pm Children Choirs Music Room/25A 4:30pm Youth Choirs Music Room/Room 25A 4:45pm Puppets in Church room 5 5:30pm Sunday ChristCare - Library 6:00pm Youth Fellowship Youth Center 7:15pm Jubilate Ringers rehearsal Music Room MONDAY, JANUARY 9 1:00pm Presbytery Personnel - Library 2:00pm Circle 6 Lewinsville Retirement Residence 6:30pm Spiritual Seekers ChristCare room 25A 6:45pm Barnabas ChristCare Library 7:00pm Stephen Ministry Training room 104 TUESDAY, JANUARY 10 1:30pm Program Staff Library 4:00pm McLean CVA Library 6:30pm Finance Committee meeting Library 7:30pm Mission and Service Ministry Group meeting - Chapel WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 11 11:30pm Bible Study 1:00pm PrayerTime Sanctuary 1:15pm Ladies Wednesday Afternoon ChristCare Library 7:30pm Management Ministry Group meeting - Library THURSDAY, JANAURY 12 10:00am Presbytery Educators Chapel 7:00pm SEA Group Library 7:30pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal Music Room FRIDAY, JANUARY 13 10:00am Circle 7 Library 11:30am Single Seniors Chapel SATURDAY, JANUARY 14 12
7:30am Men s Square Bethany Room 9:00am Committee on Preparation for Ministry Chapel 2:00pm David Dawson interment/reception cemetery/st Andrews Hall SUNDAY, JANUARY 15 8:30am Service of Worship Rev. Scott Ramsey preaching 9:45am Adult Education The Lewinsville Forum Chapel Led by Linton Brooks and David Morrison Old Testament Bible Study: A Little Journey with Jacob room 103 Led by Rachel Russell Middle School Youth Education - The Story Senior High Youth Education - Faith Questions Confirmation Class Youth Center Church School Bible in a Box (ages 2 and 3) (Lower Level room 8) Joyful Noise (lower level room 6)/Godly Play (ages 4 and 5) (lower level room 2) Workshop Rotation (grades 1-6) (Lower Level room 1) 11:00am Service of Worship Rev. Scott Ramsey preaching 12:15pm Family Worship Planning meeting - Library 4:00pm Children Choirs Music Room/25A 4:30pm Youth Choirs Music Room/Room 25A 4:45pm Puppets in Church Room 5 5:30pm Sunday ChristCare Library 6:00pm Youth Fellowship 7:15pm Jubilate Ringers rehearsal Music Room 13
MINISTERS INTERIM PASTOR ASSOCIATE PASTOR FOR CHRISTIAN FORMATION DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES DIRECTOR OF HANDBELLS ASSISTANT MUSICIAN DIRECTOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION DIRECTOR OF YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT MINISTRIES The Entire Congregation of Lewinsville Church The Reverend Scott Ramsey The Reverend Emily Berman D Andrea Carole Huston Laura Hinton Laura Marchisotto Allison Lineberger Kate Satterstrom MUSIC MINISTRY 8:30 Jeannette Mulherin 11:00 Chancel Octet LAY READERS 8:30 Rachel Russell 11:00 Linda Bender GREETERS 8:30 Ruth and John Baxley 11:00 Carol Kaffenberger CLERK OF SESSION TREASURER DUTY ELDER DUTY DEACON MISSION CO-WORKERS Brian and Helen Chapaitis, Papua New Guinea Andrew and Ellen Collins, Thailand Frank and Nancy Dimmock, Louisville, KY Laura Jones Liz Stevens Lois Dokken Alex Scopeletis CHURCH STAFF FINANCIAL MANAGER CHURCH OFFICE MANAGER FACILITIES MANAGER PASTOR EMERITUS PARISH ASSOCIATE PARISH ASSOCIATE PARISH ASSOCIATE Jeanne Melone Sandy Albrecht Steven Kirkland The Reverend Gary G. Pinder The Reverend Stephany Crosby The Reverend Dr. Susan Fellows The Reverend Dr. Susan Kendall LEWINSVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 1724 Chain Bridge Road ~ McLean, Virginia 22101 703-356-7200 ~~ FAX 703-356-7334 ~~ INFO LINE - 703 356-7332 www.lewinsville.org Donate now or text 703 270-0451