First Parish Church, Congregational On the Village Green Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts Rev. John G. Hughes, II, Senior Pastor Donald R. Dunn, Director of Music-Organist Judy Haley, Pastoral Assistant Priscilla Duda, Christian Education Director Jared Hamilton, Youth Director Church office: 978-526-7661 ext. 1 Fax: 978-526-7882 Email: office.fpchurch@verizon.net Website: First Parish Church Congregational
MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE Jazz Celebration Sunday September 18, 2011 10:00 a.m. JAZZ PRELUDE: Blood Count Billy Strayhorn (1915-1967) * [Please stand for the Presentation of the Flame ] CALL TO WORSHIP Give thanks to the Lord of all Creation; Let us sing praise to God s Holy Name. Tell of all the wonderful acts God performs; Let us give glory to God. Let your hearts rejoice to overflowing; Let us seek God always. *HYMN: Wade in the Water ( included-see last page) ANNOUNCEMENTS *PRAYER OF INVOCATION Let our attitude be the same as that of Jesus Christ: Who being the very nature of God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but made himself nothing, taking the very nature of a servant, being made human in likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself and became obedient to death - - even death on a cross! Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow,
in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Let us join together in the prayer that Jesus taught *THE LORD'S PRAYER (trespasses) 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 trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory forever. Amen. *GLORIA PATRI Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen" SCRIPTURE READING: Exodus 16:2-15 SOLO: Fill My Cup Richard Blanchard (1925-2004) Jazz Ensemble SCRIPTURE READING: Matthew 20:1-16 MORNING PRAYER CONGREGATION S JOYS AND CONCERNS Almighty God, to you our hearts are open, our desires known, and from you no secrets are hidden. Cleanse the thoughts of our hearts by the inspiration of your Holy Spirit, that we may perfectly love you, and worthily magnify your holy name, through Jesus Christ our Lord and Savior. Amen. Let us pray SILENT PRAYER - PASTORAL PRAYER DUET RESPONSE: How Can I Keep from Singing
Rebecca Shrimpton and Brian Price YOUTH JAZZ BAND: Blue Train John Coltrane (1926-1967) Trumpet: Danny Wood (solo) Kate Cheshire Laney Franklin Alto Sax: Tyler Duda (solo) Hannah Cheshire Heather Holley SERMON: Lots of Grumblin Goin On MOMENT OF MEDITATION OFFERTORY SENTENCE OFFERTORY ANTHEM: Oh, Mary Don t You Weep Traditional, arr. Rebecca Shrimpton Choir and Jazz Ensemble *DOXOLOGY "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." *HYMN: There s Honey in the Rock (included-see last page) BENEDICTION AND RESPONSE *[The Removal of the Flame ] JAZZ POSTLUDE: Oh Happy Day * * * * * The greeter and lay reader this morning is Jane Pearson. The Acolyte is Conner Duda. The Bell Ringer is Nathan Duda. The Deacons are Jason Smith and Janet Groth.
The Sexton is Jennifer Gallagher. Welcome to all who worship here this morning. If you are new to our church, a guest or visitor please fill out the Welcome Card in the pew, place it in the collection plate and sign the guest book located in the narthex. Please join us following the service for a luncheon at the chapel. All are welcome. ATTENDANCE Church 92 JAZZ MUSICIANS Brian Price, tenor sax Brian grew up attending the First Congregational Church with his family. He began playing music with his father, participated in a variety of music programs of the Beverly Public School system, and studied tenor saxophone and bass clarinet under Leonard Hochman while in high school. Among his longstanding partnerships are collaborations with multi-instrumentalist Daniel Carter, drummer Federico Ughi, and poet Steve Dalachinsky. While playing for a number of years in the Paris expatriate jazz community, he joined the Lost and Wandering Blues and Jazz Band, and has appeared with them throughout the United States, France, and Italy. Upcoming projects include an Organ Trio with polymath Cooper-Moore, slated to play in New York City this fall and in Germany next spring. Willie Sordillo, alto saxophone Willie has been performing professionally for over 35 years He has performed as co-leader of three-time Boston Music award winners Flor de Caña, as a freelance player with a vide variety of groups, and as the leader of his own jazz ensembles, performing in concerts and festivals throughout North America and internationally. Willie s original compositions have appeared in numerous song books, magazines and college texts. He has contributed music to several films, and an arrangement to the television show ER. He has recorded extensively as a
leader, producer and sideman. He has performed with or opened shows for Pete Seeger, Ruben Blades, Kurt Elling, Richie Havens and Tito Puente, among others. Willie has served as music director for a weekly jazz worship service at Old South Church in Boston since 2005 and regularly brings jazz worship to churches throughout Massachusetts. Carolyn Wilkins, piano Carolyn is a full professor at the prestigious Berklee College of Music and has been a professional on the gigging scene in Boston since 1986 and in other places before that. In addition to playing piano and singing, she plays drums and bass. For over 10 years she directed the music for a weekly jazz worship service at First Church in Cambridge, UCC. She has recorded a CD of original worship music called Healin Time. B.M., Oberlin Conservatory of Music, M.M., Eastman School of Music, Former faculty member at New England Conservatory of Music and Tobin Community School, Former lecturer at Emerson College, Emmanuel College, and Fitchburg State College Dave Clark, bass A bassist, composer and producer, Dave has performed with such musicians as John Abercrombie, Ashford and Simpson, George Benson, Jimmy Heath, Lee Konitz, and Mstislav Rostropovich, and has appeared on over 25 albums. He is also the recipient of a National Endowment for the Arts jazz grant and the Eunice Shay Award for Outstanding Musical Achievement. He has a M.M. from New England Conservatory and is Professor at Berklee College of Music. Russell Lane, drums Russell has been an active performer in the music scene of Boston's North Shore for over 20 years. A lifelong student of music and drumming, his background includes undergraduate study in 20th Century percussion performance, jazz theory and improvisation with the late Charlie Banacos, and drum set study with jazz drummer Bob Moses and the late Alan Dawson. He works regularly in a variety of styles, ensembles, and venues, but particularly enjoys playing at First Parish.
Rebecca Shrimpton, vocalist Acclaimed as a simply exquisite vocalist, Rebecca has been praised by Britain s Jazzwise magazine, All Music Guide, and All About Jazz and featured on NPR/PBS concert broadcasts. She performs regularly in Boston and New York with her new quintet and the 19-piece Jazz Composers Alliance Orchestra. She has a M.M. in jazz studies from New England Conservatory, where she now teaches. Also a classically trained mezzo soprano, Rebecca is section leader for First Parish s choir. Youth Choir Parents sign up or fill out this short survey online. FLOWERS FOR THE ALTAR Please call Penny Lapham at 978-526- 7128, by Monday to be included in the following Sunday s bulletin. CARE TEAM, Have you shared the experience? Our Care Team provides meals, rides, & visits to sustain families in our Church Community through times of illness and loss. If you would like to become involved with this wonderful support system please call; Sheila Kafer 978-525-3253, smkafer@comcast.net or: Janet Groth at 978-526-8408 janbythesea244@gmail.com A SIMPLE AND CONVENIENT WAY TO GIVE This fall, consider signing up for electronic giving. First Parish Church relies on the financial support of the congregation and electronic giving offers an easy way to give on a recurring basis. Please contact the church office for details. - Thank you! FRIDAY BIBLE STUDY Football makes more sense when you understand the game. Computers are more useful when you've figured out how they work. The Bible is full of wisdom if you find out its backstory. Join us in that discovery every Friday afternoon 4-5:30PM as we dig into the passages on which the Sunday sermon will be based. No previous knowledge required, just a desire to learn and a sense of humor.
GROWING TOGETHER Starting Thursday, September 22 nd 7:30-9pmconference room. For more information, contact Judy Haley 978 937-881/pastoralassist.fpchurch@verizon.net. VESPERS Vespers will begin on Wednesday, September 21 st, 7-7:30pm, with the theme: Wisdom and Goodness Ceases. Silent prayer and meditation at 6:30pm. SEASONAL FLU CLINIC Wednesday, September 21, American Legion Hall, 10am to 12noon. Adults age 65 and over. This is a Free Clinic, Betty Benn RN, PHN 978 526-7385. SEPTEMBER CHURCH BELL NEWSLETTER ONLINE. First Parish Church Congregational uses candid photos of church activities on its website and in its publicity from time to time. Any photos of children used will not contain personally identifiable information. Members of the community not wanting their photos depicted (or those of their children) should inform the church office.
UPCOMING EVENTS May be found on the calendar hung in the narthex, in the Church Bell or on the Church website: First Parish Church Congregational PARISH SCHEDULE Monday, September 19 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Exercise w/carole-chapel 7:30 PM - Manchester Singers- Chapel Tuesday, September 20 9:30 AM FPC Playgroup - Chapel 11:00 AM Manchester Woman's Club -Chapel 5:00 PM -7:00 PM Treasurer Committee Meeting -Conf.Rm 7:30 PM Church Council Meeting - Conf.Rm Wednesday, September 21 8:00 AM - 9:30 AM Exercise w/carole- Chapel 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM COA Yoga - Chapel 7-7:30 PM Vesper worship. 6:30PM Silent Prayer, mediation. 7:30 PM Choir Rehearsal - Chapel Thursday, September 22 7:30 PM Growing Together Conf.Rm Friday, September 23 8:00 AM - 9:45 AM Yoga w/carla- Chapel 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Bible Study Conf.Rm 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM Laser Tag Youth Saturday, September 24 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM Apple Picking Youth 4:00 PM Wedding Price/Karwoski