The Presbyterian Church BASKING RIDGE, NEW JERSEY FOUNDED CIRCA 1717 May 13 and 14, 2017 Enter reverently, meditate quietly, worship devoutly, leave gratefully, serve Christ faithfully.
Welcome We warmly welcome you to worship at The Presbyterian Church in Basking Ridge. We pray that you will be encouraged in your journey of faith and drawn closer to God by your experience with us. Children and Families Childcare for infants and children ages 2 and younger is available in the church nursery during our Sunday morning services. Pagers are used to contact parents during the worship services when necessary. Oak Table Service We believe that worship nurtures children and that children enrich our worship life together. If your children become restless in worship, please feel free to quietly move around with them or join them on the carpet for young children behind the seating area. Sunday Worship Services 9:00 am Nursery care is available for children age 2 years and younger. 10:15 am Nursery care is available for children age 2 years and younger. Children in pre -school through grade 5 will be invited to leave for Sunday School following the Message for Children. Middle School Bibles & Bagels for students in grades 6-8 meets in the church house library following the Message for Children. Online Sermons Recorded audio sermons from most Sundays are available on the church website at www.brpc.org. To access, click on the Sermons link under Worship and Music on the main menu. Amplification Headsets So that all may enjoy the worship service, sound amplification headsets are available from the ushers for those who need assistance with hearing. Who Does God Call Us to Be? We are a vibrant, warm and welcoming community of faith. Those who worship here come from a diverse range of backgrounds and would describe themselves in a rich variety of ways. We acknowledge our doubt, our struggles, and that we are all quite human and imperfect and that we are each at a unique place on our faith journey. We find our unity, our common identity, in Jesus Christ and together we seek to joyfully worship God and energetically minister to the needs of the world on God s behalf. We gather in anticipation of being transformed by the power, purpose and presence of God among us, and go forth equipped to love God and neighbor more deeply and more wholeheartedly. We believe that faithful leadership of a church requires being open to new possibilities, taking risks and learning from mistakes as we try again. Honoring the past, we are convinced that God calls us to a new future. ~The Opening Paragraph of Vision 2017 of the Presbyterian Church in Basking Ridge
May 13, 2017 Order of Worship Saturday Evening 5:00 p.m. - Westminster Hall oak table service (Please prepare prayerfully for worship and be sure all cell phones are turned off.) PRELUDE CALL TO WORSHIP *GATHERING SONGS Solid Rock arr. Chris Fortin A Mighty Fortress by Christy & Nathan Nockels OPENING PRAYER SCRIPTURE 1 Peter 2: 2-10 SERMON OFFERING SPECIAL MUSIC PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Dr. Maureen Paterson THE LORD S PRAYER (unison) 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. *CLOSING SONG My Heart is Filled with Thankfulness by Keith Getty & Stuart Townend BENEDICTION POSTLUDE There will be no Oak Table Service on Saturday, May 20 due to the celebration of Charter Day. *Those who are able are invited to stand.
May 14, 2017 PRELUDE WORDS OF WELCOME Order of Worship 9:00 a.m ~ Chapel fifth sunday of easter (As the prelude begins, please prepare prayerfully for worship and be sure all cell phones are turned off.) CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: People of God, come and worship. People: For we are a chosen people, royal priests, a holy nation. God s very own family. Leader: Let us proclaim together the goodness of God, People: who has called us out of darkness into the marvelous light. *OPENING HYMN My Hope is Built on Nothing Less HYMN 353 PRAYER OF CONFESSION Gracious God, we confess we have been reluctant to speak out clearly, naming the injustice that we see and declaring God's visions. We confess our reluctance to receive our calling as God's people, made by God and chosen as witnesses to God's dream of justice and joy. Remind us God, that you have made us for your service. Renew us and grant us the courage to live out your way of peace and grace, in Jesus name we pray, Amen. SILENT REFLECTION AND CONFESSION OF SIN ASSURANCE OF PARDON RESPONSE OF PRAISE We Are Forgiven HYMN 447 We are forgiven. We are forgiven. Thanks be to God. Thanks be to God. We are forgiven. We are forgiven. Thanks be to God. Thanks be to God. *THE PEACE Leader: Since God has forgiven us in Christ, let us forgive one another. The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. People: and also with you. Leader: I Invite you to turn and greet one another with a sign of Christ s peace. SCRIPTURE LESSON 1 Peter 2: 2-10 p.233 SERMON Stumbling Blocks and Stepping Stones Dr. Maureen Paterson PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERING OFFERTORY
*DOXOLOGY Praise God from Whom all Blessings Flow HYMN 606 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. *PRAYER OF DEDICATION PRAYERS OF THANKSGIVING AND INTERCESSION 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. *CLOSING HYMN O Christ, the Great Foundation HYMN 361 *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE
May 14, 2017 PRELUDE CALL TO WORSHIP Order of Worship 10:15 a.m. ~ Sanctuary (As the prelude begins, please prepare prayerfully for worship and be sure all cell phones are turned off.) Children s Musical Rev. Dennis W. Jones *OPENING HYMN My Hope is Built on Nothing Less HYMN 353 WORDS OF WELCOME MINUTE FOR MISSION Vacation Bible School Jacqueline Obregon SCRIPTURE Psalm 150: 1-6 CHILDREN S MUSICAL Why? by Janet McMahan The Who, What, Why Musical for Children & Wes Ramsay Director: Beth Donley; Accompanist: Ally Lambie OPENING SONG Weekly Ritual Soloists: Annie Quincy, Michael Pasnik, Alexandra Pellegrino, Kevin Ward, Westin Lukes, Emma Campbell SCENE 1: WHY DO WE COME TO CHURCH? Why? Soloists: Emmett Lukes, Isabella Beaudry, Westin Lukes, Emma Campbell SCENE 2: GOOD REASONS TO COME TO CHURCH Look At This Rose Soloists: Max Lukes, Teresa Jones, Abby Law Sittin Right Under Your Nose Soloists: Max Lukes, Teresa Jones, Abby Law SCENE 3: GOD S LOVE God s Gifts Soloists: Michael Pasnik, Alexandra Pellegrino, Annie Quincy SCENE 4: WHAT ARE YOU MOST THANKFUL FOR? I m Thankful For Soloists: Madison Beaudry, Johnny Mauro, Julia Mauro, Violette Ward, Michael Pasnik, Norah Hughes, Callum Rankine, Elise Asay, Grace Healy, Annie Quincy, Max Lukes, Teresa Jones, Abby Law SCENE 5: SPECIAL TALENTS Just Can t Keep from Singing Soloists: Max Lukes, Teresa Jones, Abby Law
SCENE 6: THINGS THAT GET IN THE WAY OF PRAISING GOD Still Small Voice Soloists: Michael Pasnik, Teresa Jones, Abby Law, Alexandra Pellegrino Annie Quincy, Gisele Ridao, Isabella Pellegrino, Emma Campbell SCENE 7: REASONS WE WORSHIP TOGETHER EACH SUNDAY FINALE Celebrate the Day of the Lord PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERING Dr. Maureen Paterson *DOXOLOGY Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow HYMN 606 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God all creatures here below; Praise God, above ye heavenly host! Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen. *PRAYER OF DEDICATION PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING AND INTERCESSION 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. *CLOSING HYMN O Christ, the Great Foundation HYMN 361 *BENEDICTION *POSTLUDE Children s Musical Thank you for sharing your children with us! They have been so much fun to work with and have put so much time and effort into this program. Many hands are needed to help us get ready for a program of this magnitude between practices, costumes, and props/sets. Many thanks to the children s parents! ~ Director, Beth Donley Special thanks to: Ally Lambie for her wonderful accompaniment and hours of rehearsal time Judith Cook and Nancy Culton for their love, support, and guidance of our children Chris Fortin for his musical coaching and guidance Jacqueline Obregon for her direction of the Spirit Programs David Brownlee and Juan Alvarez for their assistance with set up of the Sanctuary Wayman Williams for the pictures and video-taping
Pastor 1 Max Lukes Pastor 2 Teresa Jones Minister of Music Abby Law Choir Children of the Congregation Moms and Dads Emma Campbell Westin Lukes Michael Pasnik Alexandra Pellegrino Annie Quincy Kevin Ward CAST Elise Asay Isabella Beaudry Madison Beaudry Claire Healy Grace Healy Benjamin Hughes Norah Hughes Emmett Lukes Johnny Mauro Julia Mauro Isabella Pellegrino Callum Rankine Isla Rankine Gisele Ridao Violette Ward Church Family The Flowers on the Piers this morning are given to the glory of God: ~ By Sue Brewer, in loving memory of Harriet and Howard Watson. The flowers that grace our sanctuary each week are gifts from members flowers of the congregation. Flowers may be given in memory or in honor of someone or to celebrate an occasion. There are two pier openings on June 11 and. If you would like to donate an arrangement, please contact Debbie Schaub at 908-507-3844; e-mail address, debbie.schaub@verizon.net. Our Greeters at the 10:15 a.m. service are Estrid Jones, Stefani Kuhn and John and Mary Jane Hoare. Join us for Coffee and Fellowship following the 9:00 a.m. service, hosted by Wendy Potter and following the 10:15 a.m. service, hosted by Stefani Kuhn. Children and Family Ministries Coming Soon...Vacation Bible School 2017! Maker Fun Factory For children ages 3 grade 5; Cost is $40 per child or $80 per family Dates/times: July 31-August 4, 9 a.m. 12 noon Register online now at brpc.org! Games, crafts, music, and dancing! Come learn about God's love for you! Spread the word to your family, friends, and neighbors! Would you like to help out during VBS? To share your time and talents, please contact Director of Children & Family Ministries, Jacqueline Obregon. We need YOU, no matter your talents, skills, or particular availability! Childcare will be available for younger children of volunteers. We don't want cost to keep anyone from participating, so scholarships are available.
Opportunities to Give and Serve Collection of Gently-Used and New Women's Clothing: As you are bringing out your warmer-weather clothes, please consider the opportunity to help women transitioning from prison to the community at the Bo Robinson Transitional Center in Trenton, by providing clothing for their new life. Please bring only women's clothing, in very good condition - - like you would give to a friend. The women need new or gently-used spring and summer clothing of all sizes especially jeans, slacks, tops, sweaters, and sweat suits (pants and top). New underwear and bras, any sizes, are particularly needed. Please leave donations in the box in Westminster Hall, or in the coat rack area near the parlor in the church house, by May 26. Thank you from Mission Council! Lend a hand at the "Giving Gardens" at Ross Farm (135 North Maple Avenue) Several churches have partnered with The Friends of the Boudinot-Southard-Ross Estate and the Somerset County Parks Commission to grow fresh produce for families in need, donating to the Somerset County Food Bank and God s Co-Op Food Pantry. Last year, volunteers delivered 1000 lbs. of fresh vegetables, fruits and herbs, and the partners hope to donate one ton this year! You do not need to be a skilled gardener to join in, and parents can include kids and teens. To come and enjoy fresh air and sunshine, and loads of fellowship, please contact Jan Williams (rjwillia16@gmail.com) to be added to notifications of garden work sessions beginning in mid -May. Learn more about Ross Farm via the Garden link on the website www.rossfarm.org. God s Co-Op Pantry HELP WANTED: "work from home opportunity" A volunteer is greatly needed to support the work of God's Co-op Pantry in the area of Grant Writing and Fund Development. Interested to learn more? Please contact Janet Bentley 908-766-1616 x 18 for more information. Mission Mission Focus for May BRPC mission council began a partnership with Restore Ministries Inc in 2015. This organization operates within Second Presbyterian Church in Elizabeth and their mission is to nurture urban youth who are at risk of dropping out of school. Through after-school clubs and cultural and arts programs as well as a summer outreach they hope to help each student develop their full potential through education so they become responsible and contributing members of society. Linwood Bagby is the Executive Director and we have enjoyed learning more about their work throughout the year. Our mission dollars help Restore Ministries to run their summer camp programs to allow these at risk youth to remain focused and connected to positive influences during the summer months. Please visit - www.restorekids.org for more information.
Youth and Young Adult Ministries News from Cathi Reckenbeil, Director of Ministries to Youth, Young Adults & Their Families Adults I need your help! Interested in helping with our youth & young adult ministries? Please let me know! If anyone has a pool where we could host a youth event this summer, please let Cathi know. I would love to come to your home for a short visit to get to know you better. Please let me know possible dates. Reach me at 908-240-2060 or cathi@brpc.org. Maine Workcamp is July 15-23. Discounted rate ends May 19. All are welcome! Youth Scholarships Each year, the Youth and Young Adult Ministry Council offers scholarships for college juniors, seniors or graduate students. The scholarships are granted to aid education at an accredited college, university or seminary for individuals dedicated to working in helping professions, such as the pastorate, psychology, psychiatry, medicine, nursing, law and social work. Church members and Somerset Hills residents are eligible and can obtain applications in the Church House or our website (www.brpc.org). Applications due: May 31, 2017. Session Highlights Session Highlights May 2017 Session examined and welcomed the new elders, trustees and deacons who are starting their terms this month. Dennis announced the Council and Committee Leadership assignments for 2017-2018. Dennis thanked the seven outgoing elders for their dedication and service to our church. Upon recommendation from the Personnel Council, Session voted to authorize a change in the office hours of support staff. The change will mean that the office support staff will be available Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and will not be in the office on Fridays. However, the Church House will be accessible to church members on Fridays until 3:00 p.m. A full copy of the minutes are always available for review at the Church Office. ~Tina Bramel, Clerk of Session Men s Ministry Men s Luncheon Thursday, May 25 Ridge A Cappella Choir All men and women are invited to join us as we welcome the award-winning Ridge High School A Cappella Choir in Westminster Hall on Thursday, May 25! We will begin with lunch and conversation with the students at 12 noon followed by the musical performance beginning at 1 p.m. A scrumptious lunch will be prepared by Chef Gary Ingram. Please call the church office to RSVP at 766-1616.
BRPC Tricentennial Celebration
Weekly Calendar The Presbyterian Church SUNDAY MAY 14-MOTHER S DAY Early Bird Study, 8:00 am... Library Worship, 9:00 am... Chapel Fellowship Time, 9:45 am... Westminster Hall Worship/Children s Musical, 10:15 am Sanctuary Sunday School, 10:15 am... Westminster Hall Fellowship Time, 11:15 am... Westminster Hall MONDAY MAY 15 Welcome Team, 7:00 pm... Youth & Young Adult Min., 7:00 pm Agape Room Parlor TUESDAY MAY 16 Oak Tree Quilters, 9:00 am... Geneva Room Spirit Program, 4:00 pm... Westminster Hall Alpha Bell Choir, 6:15 pm... Knox Room Small Group, 7:00 pm... Off-Site Knox Bell Choir, 7:30 pm... Knox Room WEDNESDAY MAY 17 Women s Bible Study, 9:30 am... Middle School Fellowship, 6:00 pm Stephen Ministry, 7:30 pm... Parlor Youth Ctr. Parlor THURSDAY MAY 18 Prayer Shawl Ministry, 10:30 am... Parlor Sanctuary Choir, 7:30 pm... Knox Room Scout Troop #351, 7:30 pm...westminster Hall FRIDAY MAY 19 SATURDAY MAY 20 No Oak Table Service Mark Your Calendars for these Upcoming Events May 21 Ordination & Installation of New Officers June 4 Confirmation Sunday June 10-11 300th Celebration Weekend One East Oak St., Basking Ridge NJ 07920 908.766.1616 FAX: 766.4450 e-mail: info@brpc.org - www.brpc.org Pastor & Head of Staff Rev. Dennis W. Jones... ext. 15 Associate Pastor Dr. Maureen Paterson... ext. 11 Parish Associate Rev. Bruce E. Schundler Director of Ministries to Youth, Young Adults and Their Families Cathi Reckenbeil... ext. 17 Director of Ministries to Children Jacqueline Obregon.... ext. 14 Tree House Director Jennifer Nowack.... 221-1619 Director of Music Ministry Chris Fortin... 953-9809 Director of Children s Music Ministry Beth Donley... 953-9809 Church Administrator & Treasurer Janet Bentley... ext. 18 Assistant Treasurers Liz Messineo... ext. 21 Nancy Kuhn... ext. 21 Pastoral Administrative Asst. Cara Burchett... ext. 19 Church Administrative Asst. Pam Smith... ext. 12 Receptionist Michelle Lew... ext. 10 Communications Coordinator Gary Ingram... ext. 13 Sexton Staff David Brownlee... ext. 16 Juan Alvarez Ministers All the People Clerk of Session Tina Bramel President of Trustees Bonnie Diehl Moderator of Deacons Karen Skoglund