The Church at Litchfield Park

The Church at Litchfield Park A house of prayer for all people, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God 1

WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Christ the King November 20, 2016 8:00 a.m. The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People. CHIMES PRELUDE Because He Lives Gaither WELCOME, REGISTRATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP In All Things Give Him Thanks Claire Cloninger PASTORAL PRAYER 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. HYMN We Gather Together No. 790 (Verses 1 & 2) ANTHEM Come With Thanksgiving Ruth Elaine Schram Chancel, VIP and Joyful Noise Choirs SCRIPTURE READING Luke 23: 33-43 L: The Word of the Lord. (Page 3) P: Thanks be to God. SERMON "From 'If' to 'I AM'" Rev. Kerri Sandusky HYMN Come, Ye Thankful People, Come No. 797 (Verses 1 & 4) 2

OFFERTORY Des Abends (The Evening) Schumann Norma-Jean Strickland, piano DOXOLOGY No. 815 We Gather Together No. 790 We all do extol Thee, Thou Leader triumphant, and pray that Thou still our Defender wilt be. Let Thy congregation escape tribulation: Thy name be ever praised; O Lord, make us free! BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Finale arr. Shelley LUKE 23:33-43 (NIV) When they came to the place called the Skull, they crucified him there, along with the criminals one on his right, the other on his left. Jesus said, Father, forgive them, for they do not know what they are doing. And they divided up his clothes by casting lots. The people stood watching, and the rulers even sneered at him. They said, He saved others; let him save himself if he is God s Messiah, the Chosen One. The soldiers also came up and mocked him. They offered him wine vinegar and said, If you are the king of the Jews, save yourself. There was a written notice above him, which read: THIS IS THE KING OF THE JEWS. One of the criminals who hung there hurled insults at him: Aren t you the Messiah? Save yourself and us! But the other criminal rebuked him. Don t you fear God, he said, since you are under the same sentence? We are punished justly, for we are getting what our deeds deserve. But this man has done nothing wrong. Then he said, Jesus, remember me when you come into your kingdom. Jesus answered him, Truly I tell you, today you will be with me in paradise. CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE) Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals and bulletins are available for use during services. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these. 3

WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Christ the King November 20, 2016 9:15 a.m. The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People. CHIMES PRELUDE Because He Lives Gaither BRINGING IN THE LIGHT WELCOME, REGISTRATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP In All Things Give Him Thanks Claire Cloninger CALL TO WORSHIP (from Colossians 1) L: May we be strengthened by God s power. P: May we be prepared to endure all things with patience and thanksgiving. L: Praise to our God who has and continues to rescue us. P: May we be freed and renewed in His forgiveness and His truth. HYMN We Gather Together No. 790 (Verses 1 & 2) CONFESSION OF THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY Prayer of Confession: (In Unison) King Jesus, we come to you today thankful that you are the great I AM. We know that there are times when we question your presence and your sovereignty. Forgive us and allow us to be renewed by your way, truth, and life. May we see ourselves through your eyes, Lord, and be cleansed by your healing love. May we look to you as the King of Kings and Lord of Lords. 4

L: Let us now pray together the prayer that our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us: P: 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. ANTHEM Come With Thanksgiving Ruth Elaine Schram Chancel, VIP and Joyful Noise Choirs SCRIPTURE READING Luke 23: 33-43 L: The Word of the Lord. (Page 3) P: Thanks be to God. SERMON "From 'If' to 'I AM'" Rev. Kerri Sandusky HYMN Come, Ye Thankful People, Come No. 797 (Verses 1, 2 & 4) OFFERTORY Des Abends (The Evening) Schumann Norma-Jean Strickland, piano DOXOLOGY No. 815 We Gather Together No. 790 We all do extol Thee, Thou Leader triumphant, and pray that Thou still our Defender wilt be. Let Thy congregation escape tribulation: Thy name be ever praised; O Lord, make us free! BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Finale arr. Shelley CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE). Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals and bulletins are available for use during services. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these. 5

November 20, 2016 WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Christ the King 10:45 a.m. The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People. CHIMES Morning Song Gaelic Melody, arr. B. Simpson Youth Handbells PRELUDE WELCOME & OPENING PRAYER PRAISE OF CONGREGATION We Gather Together Traditional SPECIAL MUSIC 10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord) Myrin & Redman Adrenaline Youth Choir SCRIPTURE READING Luke 23: 33-43 L: The Word of the Lord. (Page 3) P: Thanks be to God. SERMON "From 'If' to 'I AM'" Rev. Kerri Sandusky PRAISE OF CONGREGATION Come, Ye Thankful People, Come PASTORAL PRAYER OFFERTORY Give Thanks Henry Smith We Gather Together No. 790 We all do extol Thee, Thou Leader triumphant, and pray that Thou still our Defender wilt be. Let Thy congregation escape tribulation: Thy name be ever praised; O Lord, make us free! BENEDICTION POSTLUDE CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE) **Assisted Hearing devices and large print bulletins are available for use during the service. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these. 6

Announcements for November 20, 2016 Take time to check out what s happening Thanksgiving Eve Service Membership Orientation The Hanging of The Greens Candlelight Messiah Caregiver Support Group Adult Bible Study Good Times Fellowship Wednesday Night Activities Children/Youth Activities W.C.S.F. Men s Fellowship Poinsettias Missions THANKGIVING EVE SERVICE We invite you to attend the Thanksgiving Eve service at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 23, in the Sanctuary. An offering will be taken and given to St. Mary s Food Bank. MEMBERSHIP ORIENTATION TODAY If you are considering joining our church family or simply want more information about The Church at Litchfield Park, please come to our brief membership orientation in Fireside Room South immediately following the 9:15 a.m. service TODAY. New members will be received next Sunday at either the 9:15 or 10:45 a.m. service. If you have already been to an orientation session and would like to join or if you have any questions about the process, please contact Peter Dale, Membership Chair, at info@churchatlitchfieldpark.org or call the church office at (623) 935-3411. HANGING OF THE GREENS The Hanging of the Greens, a favorite church tradition, is Sunday, November 27, at 6:30 p.m. in the sanctuary. Families will share the fascinating legends behind several of our most popular Christmas traditions. While the carols are then sung, families will hang the wreaths that put the finishing touch on the church s Christmas decorations. Following the service, there is fellowship with wassail and cookies in Souers Hall. 7

CANDLELIGHT MESSIAH The Church at Litchfield Park will be presenting a Candlelight Messiah on Friday, December 16, and Saturday, December 17 at 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary. The program will be the Christmas portion of Handel s Messiah, performed by the Chancel Choir, guest soloists and accompaniment. Ticket sales for the congregation are now on sale, in the church office during the week and Sunday in the breezeway, for $20. Beginning November 27, tickets will be made available to the general public. You are welcome to purchase as many tickets as you desire for family and friends, however, sales are on a first come, first served basis and must be paid for by check or cash at the time. Please be advised that seats will be sold by row. This will be your only chance to hear the Messiah, as the Christmas Cantata, on Sunday, December 18, will be a different program. CAREGIVER SUPPORT GROUP Caring for a loved one, though rewarding, can also be very challenging. In many cases, the family is the primary source of support for an individual who is no longer able to care for themselves alone. The responsibility is often very demanding of time, energy, health, and resources. The Caregiver Support Group will meet on Sunday, November 27, from 11:45 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the South Fireside Room, Kathy Bilak (Physician Assistant specializing in Radiation Oncology) and Pastor Lynne will be hosting a support group for caregivers on the fourth Sunday of each month. The goal of the Caregiver Support Group is to teach and encourage self-care, as well as provide a forum of support and understanding from others facing similar situations. ADULT BIBLE STUDY Bible study will not be held next Tuesday, November 22 or Wednesday, November 23 because of Thanksgiving. On Tuesday, November 29 at 10:00 a.m. and Wednesday, November 30, at 6:45 p.m. in Souers Hall, we will begin a new three-week series focused on the birth of Jesus. During our journey from Nazareth to Bethlehem we will be taking an in-depth look at Mary & Joseph, Mary s visit to Elizabeth, the trip to Bethlehem, and Jesus birth. Please bring your Bible and a writing utensil if possible. 8

FINAL SUNDAY FOR GOOD TIMES FELLOWSHIP TICKETS Today is the final Sunday to purchase your tickets for Camelot. Ticket price is $73.65 which includes dinner, show, tax and gratuity. Payment will be due no later than Monday, November 21. Make checks payable to The Church at Litchfield Park and mark theatre in the memo line. Please indicate if you wish to sit with someone at your table. This annual dinner/show at the Arizona Broadway Theatre is Friday, February 3, 2017, at 5:30 p.m. Tickets make a wonderful gift for a special occasion. WEDNESDAY NIGHT ACTIVITIES Due to the Thanksgiving Eve Service, Wednesday night activities will resume on November 30, beginning at 4:30 p.m. A dinner will be beef stew, salad, rolls and pudding served at 6:00 p.m. in Souers Hall. Please check the bulletin and calendar of weekly activities for exact times and locations for 4C choirs, CLP Café, the Rec Room, Chancel Choir, and Bible Study. CHILDREN/YOUTH ACTIVITIES YOUTH GROUPS Ignite and Pulse youth groups will meet today from 5:00 6:30p.m. in Souers Hall. All 6 12 th graders are welcome! 2016 CHRISTMAS PAGEANT REHEARSALS Christmas pageant practice continues today at 11:45 a.m. and next Sunday, November 27, in Souers Hall from 6:15 7:30 p.m. The performance will be on Sunday, December 18, during the 10:45 a.m. worship service. YOUTH AT YOGURTINI Any youth (6 12 th graders) are welcome to stop by Yogurtini on the corner of Indian School Rd. and Litchfield Rd. on Tuesday, November 29, between 4:00 5:00 p.m. Enjoy a visit and some yogurt with Pastor Kerri (her treat!). 9

WOMEN S FELLOWSHIP CHRISTMAS TEA All women are invited to attend the 33 rd annual Women s Christian Service Fellowship (W.C.S.F.) Christmas Tea on Sunday, December 4, from 2:00 3:00 p.m. in Souers Hall. Come and enjoy entertainment sponsored by Circle 3. Those whose last name begins with A-L are asked to bring finger sandwiches or savory hors d oeuvres; those whose last name begins with M-Z are asked to bring 24 small finger desserts. Please sign up in advance in the breezeway or in the church office, so that we may have adequate seating. Circles 2 and 6 are doing the decorations and Circles 1, 4 & 5 are doing food set up and clean up. For more information, contact Suzanne Boyer at (425) 239-1131 or sboyer0913@aol.com. W.C.S.F. COOKBOOK Women s Christian Service Fellowship (W.C.S.F.) welcomes back our winter visitors and others who have been away. To make sure everyone has an opportunity to contribute to our church-wide cookbook project, we are extending the recipe deadline through the Christmas Tea, December 4. Dust off Mom s or Grandma s recipe cards and pick out several of your favorites! Recipes can be submitted using the forms found in the breezeway between services, you can email your submission to CLPCookBook@gmail.com or you can submit your recipes online: *Go to www.typensave.com and click Login on the right hand side. Enter the Username: CLPCooks *Enter the Password: granola004 and click Submit *Enter your name and click Continue *Click Add Recipes to begin adding your recipe 10

MEN S FELLOWSHIP Men s Fellowship will be meeting at 7:00 a.m. in Souers Hall on Saturday, December 3. The purpose of the group is to grow closer to God and each other so that we may be used to do God s will. The meeting will include a delicious breakfast and fellowship. So that we may provide adequate food, we are asking that you sign up in Souers Hall between services. For more information, please contact the church at info@churchatlitchfieldpark.org or (623) 935-3411. POINSETTIAS Poinsettieas for the Christmas season will be on sale beginning today in the breezeway between services. This is a chance to remember a loved one, praise someone, or simply spread the spirit of Christmas with the enduring red bloom that represents a deep love for Jesus. The poinsettias will be displayed in the Sanctuary and Souers Hall with the honorees names listed in the bulletin. Price is $10.00 cash or check made payable to The Church at Litchfield Park with Poinsettias in the memo line. Payments must be received in the church office by Wednesday, December 7. You may take your poinsettia home after the Christmas Eve service you attend. 11

MISSIONS FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN The Mission Committee is sponsoring a trip to Feed My Starving Children (F.M.S.C.) on Saturday, November 26. Come help pack MannaPack rice meals that are a special formula for malnourished children. This organization is part of The Church at Litchfield Park s commitment to international missions. We will be carpooling from the church north parking lot to 1345 S. Alma School Rd. in Mesa, on Saturday, November 26, at 8:00 a.m. and return by 12:00 noon. If youth are not going with their parents or guardian, they need to fill out a permission slip. Minimum age is 5 years old. F.M.S.C. recommends 3 rd grade and older. Community service hours are given for school credit at F.M.S.C. Sign up in the breezeway. OPEN ARMS HOME FOR CHILDREN Open Arms will host their FREE silent auction, pasta dinner, and The Dan Reed Orchestra concert on Saturday, December 3. The doors will open at 6:00 p.m. at the Wigwam Resort, Litchfield Park. Open Arms is celebrating 10 years in South Africa, going from 7 children the first Christmas to 53 children last Christmas. Their oldest child, coming to them 9½ years ago, said Open Arms to him would be defined as first a feeling of being in love, and being passionate about it. And then I would make it a thing, your greatest possession, a gift of God. Open Arms is part of The Church at Litchfield Park s commitment to international missions. You will have an opportunity to make a donation if you wish. Judy Anderson will be representing the Mission Committee and The Church at Litchfield Park at a table. You may sign up in the breezeway to join her and others from the church. MISSION OF MERCY Mission of Mercy (M.O.M.) will host their 10 th free community breakfast, Morning of Miracles on Wednesday, December 7, from 7:00 8:30 a.m. at the Point Hilton Squaw Peak Resort, 7677 N. 16 th St. in Phoenix. M.O.M. is an expanding network of free health clinics for Arizona s uninsured and underinsured families providing health, hope and love. M.O.M. is part of The Church at Litchfield Park s commitment to local and national missions. You will have an opportunity to make a donation if you wish. Judy Anderson will be representing the Mission Committee and The Church at Litchfield Park at a table. You may sign up in the breezeway to join her and others from the church. 12

November 27 December 4 December 11 December 18 PREACHING SCHEDULE 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Worship Service 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Communion Service 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Worship Service 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. MSgt Kristen Allen Lt Col Mike Gantt SFC Donald S. Montgomery MAJ Travis Allen Lt Col Keith Gempler SFC Lance Otzmann Lt Col Shawn Anger A1C Robert Grotefend Shirley Parks EO Matthew Barton CW3 Brian Hall Lt Dan Pauley Lt Col Joe Bemis Sr A Nicholas Hemphill HTFN Deacon Price SFC Jamil D Bush MAJ Damon Juarez MK1 Robert Rodriguez 1st Sgt Christopher Cameron PFC Jay W. Klement, II Capt R Jacob Stucky MAJ Douglas Charters SSgt Tommy Little SSgt Derek Adrian Urban 2 nd Lt Taylor Clarke CM3 Ryan McElhaney MAJ Brad Walgren, Chaplain MSgt Anthony Collier Capt Hank McKibban SFC Margaret Wilson SRA Zeke Denofsky MAJ Ryan Maple 2 nd Lt Jacob Zalewski PFC Cody Fridley Phillip Miller, Seal Team PFC Daniel Zimmer Please call the church office at (623) 935-3411 to change or update this list. 13

Wednesday Night Programs 4:30-6:00 p.m. 4C, CLP Café & Rec Room 6:00 Dinner 6:45 p.m. Chancel Choir, Bible Study & Rec Room November/December 2016 Date Kids Adults Menu Nov 23 THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE AT 6:30 p.m. NO WEDNESDAY NIGHT ACTIVITIES Nov 30 4C Rec Room ( CR 2) Childcare Allison & Kristin Bible Study in Souers Hall Choir Rehearsal in Choir Room Heavenly Handbells in Sanctuary Beef stew, salad, rolls, pudding Dec 7 4C Rec Room ( CR 2) Childcare Allison & Kristin Bible Study in Souers Hall Choir Rehearsal in Choir Room Heavenly Handbells in Sanctuary Lasagne, salad, rolls, cobbler Dec 14 4C Rec Room ( CR 2) Childcare Allison & Kristin Bible Study in Souers Hall Choir Rehearsal in Choir Room Heavenly Handbells in Sanctuary Roast beef, twice baked potatoes, broccoli, red velvet cake Dec 21 WINTER BREAK NO REGULAR WEDNESDAY ACTIVITIES Dec 28 WINTER BREAK NO REGULAR WEDNESDAY ACTIVITIES 14

Calendar for the Week of November 20, 2016 Today, 11/20/16 COFFEE FELLOWSHIP In Souers Hall before and after worship INFORMATION TABLE - In the breezeway and in front lawn area before and after worship 8:00 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 8:00 a.m. NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 9:15 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 9:15 a.m. NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 9:15 a.m. PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 6 9:15 a.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-2 nd grades) in Zieske Hall and Classroom 2 9:15 a.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL (3 rd -5 th grades) in Zieske Hall and Classroom 4 10:20 a.m. MEMBERSHIP ORIENTATION Fireside Room South 10:45 a.m. WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 10:45 a.m. NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 10:45 a.m. PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 6 10:45 a.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-2 nd grades) in Zieske Hall and Classroom 2 10:45 a.m. SUNDAY SCHOOL (3 rd -5 th grades) in Zieske Hall and Classroom 4 11:45 a.m. CHRISTMAS PAGEANT REHEARSAL in Souers Hall 3:15 p.m. YOUTH HANDBELL CHOIR (5 th 12 th grades) in Choir Room 4:00 p.m. BOY SCOUT TROOP 99 GREEN BAR in Watt House 5:00 p.m. CRAFTERS FELLOWSHIP in Zieske Hall 5:00 p.m. IGNITE/PULSE YOUTH GROUPS (6 th 12 th grades) in Souers Hall Monday, 11/21/16 12:00 p.m. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House Tuesday, 11/22/16 12:00 p.m. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House 7:00 p.m. DEACONS in Souers Hall Wednesday, 11/23/16 12:00 p.m. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House 6:30 p.m. THANKSGIVING EVE SERVICE in Sanctuary 7:15 p.m. CHANCEL CHOIR in Choir Room Thursday, 11/24/16 THANKSGIVING OFFICE CLOSED 7:30 p.m. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House Friday, 11/25/16 OFFICE CLOSED 1:00 p.m. WOMEN S FELLOWSHIP KNITTING/CROCHET GROUP in Zieske Hall 6:30 p.m. ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House Saturday, 11/26/16 8:00 a.m. F.M.S.C. off site 9:00 a.m. CIRCLE 2 & MEN S FELLOWSHIP DECORATE CAMPUS 15

ASSISTING IN WORSHIP TODAY SENIOR PASTOR............................................. Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. ASSOCIATE PASTOR.......................................... Rev. Lynne Kammeraad ASSOCIATE PASTOR............................................ Rev. Kerri Sandusky DIRECTOR OF MUSIC.............................................. Dr. Sue Kujawski GUEST ORGANIST/PIANIST.............................................Barbara Kolar LITURGIST.........................................................Sarah Pearson USHERS...............8:00 a.m.............. Jim & Nancy Montgomery, Rick & Lee Miller 9:15 a.m..................ken & Chris Martin, Jim & Lorene Greer 10:45 a.m..............ron & Joan Smith, Iris Weise, Dolores Broski WELCOME BOOTHS.......................... Tom & Margaret Bradbeer, W.C.S.F. Circle 3 ACOLYTES............ 9:15 a.m.......................zachary Kerfoot, Selah O Connor NURSERY.. 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m................. Allison China, Kristin Mc Namara Altar flowers are given In memory of our parents, by Jim & Barb Bunger. In memory of Fred, by Jackie Bomgardner. The Church at Litchfield Park 300 N. Old Litchfield Road Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 Phone: (623) 935-3411 Fax: (623) 935-0560 Web: www.churchatlitchfieldpark.org Email: info@churchatlitchfieldpark.org The Ministers of this Church are its members Assisting them are: Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr., Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. Lynne Kammeraad, Associate Pastor Rev. Kerri Sandusky, Associate Pastor Rev. Judson Souers, Pastor Emeritus Mona McCash, Organist Emerita 16 Cover Photo ~ Alberto Hernandez