St. Helena Seventh-day Adventist Church 1777 Main Street ~ St. Helena, CA 94574 ~ (707) 963-4461 Church website: www.sabbathfellowship.org December 18, 2004
The Church at Study 9:15 a.m. ~ Song Service Congregational Singing Dan Oliver 9:30 a.m. Senior Sabbath School Superintendent s Welcome Brenda Purdy Scripture & Prayer Marla Cramer Ladies Group Joy to the World Story Waiting... Waiting for Christmas Renée Story Ladies Group Jesus Is Coming Again Prayer Brenda Purdy Pianist: Judit Rüfenacht Organist: Barbara Rose-Tonsberg 10:00 a.m. ~ Sabbath School Classes Memory Text: Hear now My words: If there is a prophet among you, I, the Lord, make Myself known to him in a vision; I speak to him in a dream. Numbers 12:6 (NKJV) Jesus, the Majesty of heaven, the royal King of heaven, laid aside His royalty, left His throne of glory, His high command, and came into our world to bring to fallen man, weakened in moral power and corrupted by sin, aid divine. The Adventist Home, p. 480 ~ 2 ~
The Church at Worships 10:45 a.m. ~ Prelude and Worship Prelude Greensleeves arr. R. Purvis In Bethlehem s Low Stable arr. H. Walcha Call to Worship Isaiah 9:6, 7 For unto us a Child is born, Unto us a Son is given: And the government will be upon His shoulder. And His name will be called Wonderful, Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of His government and peace there will be no end. Upon the throne of David and over His kingdom, to order it and establish it with judgment and justice from that time forward, even forever. The zeal of the Lord of hosts will perform this. Invocation & Welcome Bob Hancock, Jr. O Come, O Come Immanuel Congregational Hymn O come, O come, Immanuel, And ransom captive Israel That mourns in lonely exile here Until the Son of God appear Rejoice! Rejoice! Immanuel shall come to thee, O Israel! O come, Thou Wisdom from on high, And order all things, far and nigh; To us the path of knowledge show, And cause us in her ways to go. Rejoice! Rejoice! Immanuel shall come to thee, O Israel! ~ 3 ~
Rejoice! Rejoice! Immanuel shall come to thee, O Israel! O come, Desire of nations, bind All peoples in one heart and mind; Bid envy, strife, and quarrels cease; Fill the whole world with heaven s peace. Rejoice! Rejoice! Immanuel shall come to thee, O Israel! Luke 2:8-12 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. But the angel said to them, Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; He is Christ, the Lord. This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger. Joy to the World Women s Chorus Directed by Brenda Purdy Luke 2:13, 14 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying, Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom His favor rests. ~ 4 ~
There s a Song in the Air Junior Chorus Luke 2:15-20 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, Let s go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about. So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. When they had seen Him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this Child, and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them. But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart. The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told. Silent Night Youth Ensemble Directed by Dan Oliver Micah 5:2 But you, Bethlehem Ephrathah, though you are little among the thousands of Judah, yet out of you shall come forth to Me the One to be Ruler in Israel, whose goings forth are from old, from everlasting. ~ 5 ~
Luke 2:1-7 In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world. And everyone went to his own town to register. So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David. He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child. While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born, and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn. O Little Town of Bethlehem Men s Chorus Directed by Norman Skeels Numbers 24:17 I see Him but not now; I behold Him but not near. A Star shall come out of Jacob, a Scepter will arise out of Israel. Matthew 2:1-2 After Jesus was born in Bethlehem in Judea, during the time of King Herod, Magi from the east came to Jerusalem and asked, Where is the one who has been born king of the Jews? We saw His star in the east and have come to worship Him. The Star Carol Beverly Cramer Call for Offering Gregg Stutchman Please place your Prayer Request and Praise Cards in the offering today. ~ 6 ~
We Three Kings Congregational Hymn We three kings of Orient are; Bearing gifts we traverse afar Field and fountain, moor and mountain, Following yonder star. O star of wonder, star of night, Star with royal beauty bright, Westward leading, still proceeding, Guide us to Thy perfect light. Born a King on Bethlehem s plain, Gold I bring to crown Him again, King forever, ceasing never Over us all to reign. O star of wonder, star of night, Star with royal beauty bright, Westward leading, still proceeding, Guide us to Thy perfect light. Frankincense to offer have I; Incense owns a Deity nigh; Prayer and praising all men raising, Worship Him, God on high. O star of wonder, star of night, Star with royal beauty bright, Westward leading, still proceeding, Guide us to Thy perfect light. ~ 7 ~
Myrrh is mine]; its bitter perfume Breathes a life of gathering gloom: Sorrowing, sighing, bleeding, dying, Sealed in the stone-cold tomb. O star of wonder, star of night, Star with royal beauty bright, Westward leading, still proceeding, Guide us to Thy perfect light. Glorious now behold Him arise, King and God and sacrifice; Alleluia, Alleluia! Sounds through the earth and skies. O star of wonder, star of night, Star with royal beauty bright, Westward leading, still proceeding, Guide us to Thy perfect light. ~ 8 ~
Isaiah 53:6 All we, like sheep, have gone astray; We have turned, every one, to his own way; And the LORD has laid on Him the iniquity of us all. Micah 5:4 He will stand and shepherd his flock in the strength of the LORD, in the majesty of the name of the LORD his God and they will live securely, for then his greatness will reach to the ends of the earth. John 10: 11, 27, 28 I am the good shepherd. The good shepherd lays down his life for the sheep. My sheep listen to my voice; I know them, and they follow me. I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; No one can snatch them out of my hand. He Shall Feed His Sheep Curtis and Karen Han Matthew 28:19 Go therefore and make disciples of all the nations, baptizing them in the name of the Fathe r and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. John 20:21 Peace to you! As the Father has sent Me, I also send you. Heaven to Us Christopher Duckett Red Envelope Offering Kindergarten Children This special offering is for the Good Samaritan Fund, designated for those in need, will be collected by the children. Offering Song In the Bleak Mid-Winter Dan Oliver Prayer Bob Hancock, Jr. ~ 9 ~
Go Tell It on the Mountain Closing Hymn Go, tell it on the mountain, Over the hills and everywhere: Go, tell it on the mountain That Jesus Christ is born! While shepherds kept their watching O er silent flocks by night, Behold throughout the heavens There shown a holy light. Go, tell it on the mountain, Over the hills and everywhere: Go, tell it on the mountain That Jesus Christ is born! The shepherds feared and trembled When lo! Above the earth Rang out the angel chorus That hailed our Savior s birth Go, tell it on the mountain, Over the hills and everywhere: Go, tell it on the mountain That Jesus Christ is born! Down in a lowly manger The humble Christ was born, And brought us God s salvation That blessed Christmas morn. Go, tell it on the mountain, Over the hills and everywhere: Go, tell it on the mountain That Jesus Christ is born! ~ 10 ~
Benediction Postlude Bob Hancock, Jr. We Wish You a Merry Christmas arr. H Hielscher Organist: Barbara Rose-Tonsberg Program Coordinator: Jenny Oliver Visitors, please join us for Fellowship Dinner in the Fireside Room immediately after the service. It is the Mission of the St. Helena Church To Know Jesus Fully, To Reflect His Character Clearly, To Share His Message Joyfully. ~ 11 ~
Announcements GES AGO, seekers set out on a long and A uncertain journey in search of the promised Messiah. Their quest was gloriously rewarded, thanks to that guiding star. We welcome you to the St. Helena Seventh-day Adventist Church. Whatever led you here today, we believe that God rejoices in having you in this place. We pray that your search for God may be rewarded beyond your expectations. If you are looking for a new church home, or if you have a prayer request or praise, please feel welcome to complete one of the information cards located on the pew in front of you. They will be collected during the offering. Visitors, please join us in the Fireside Room after ELDERS OF THE CHURCH, please remember to stay after Fellowship Dinner today for the Elders Meeting with Brother Bob in the Pastor s Study. PRAYER MEETING is Wednesday, December 22 at 7:00 p.m. in the Fireside Room with Bob Hancock, Jr. We will continue to study the Lord s Prayer. Please join us for this special service. CHRISTMAS CAROLING: Come join us in sharing songs of the true meaning of Christmas with St. Helena residents. The Social Committee invites our Church Family to carol in St. Helena, then return to enjoy hot drinks and fellowship. Meet in the Fireside Room at 6:00 p.m. on December 24, Christmas Eve. Today and next Sabbath, you will be given a special opportunity to give to the Good Samaritan Fund. The red envelope in your bulletin is for this gift. The envelopes will be placed on the Christmas tree. Ellen White wrote, In every church, special efforts should be made to show our gratitude to God by bringing our offerings for his cause. Let those who desire a Christmas tree make its boughs fruitful with gifts for the needy.... The Review & Herald, ~ 12 ~
More Announcements AGAPÉ FEAST/ COMMUNION: We will have our annual New Years Eve Agapé Feast and Communion on Friday, December 31 at 4:30 p.m. in the Fireside Room. This most special time of forgiveness and renewal will be a very sacred occasion that we hope all of you will be able to attend. When you come, please bring whole fruit and bread to share. HAVE YOU SEEN the new picture hung in the Narthex which was donated by Dan & Jodi Shavlik? They were able to get more of the same poster and are available in the Narthex. LIBERTY EXPRESS journal, edited by Greg W. Hamilton, is the annual flagship of the Northwest Religious Liberty Association and the Public Affairs and Religious Liberty department of the North Pacific Union Conference of Seventh-day Adventists. If you are interested in this magazine and did not get a sample copy yet, you may sign up in the Narthex or visit www.libertyexpress.org for information. Issues include topics of current events/prophecy and constitutional trends. EVERY YEAR, the Santa Rosa Church provides a Christmas dinner for the local homeless. You can be a part of making their day special without even leaving Napa County. In the Narthex, there will be a box for you to put warm hats and gloves as gifts for the homeless. If you have any questions, please call Sheri Predmore at 963-5665. Sheri is hoping for 50 hats and 50 pair of gloves. New ones would be extra special! WORTHY STUDENT FUND: As you can see by the graph on the back of this bulletin, the Worthy Student fund is not keeping up with the need. If you have made a pledge to the Worthy Student fund, please remember to fulfil this pledge each month. That is the ONLY way we will be able to help our worthy students stay in one of our schools. ~ 13 ~
Still More Announcements ARE YOU A NEW MEMBER of the St. Helena Church, through membership transfer or baptism? If you are and have not received your membership directory, please ask for one at the Ministries Window in the Narthex. KEYS: Many of you have keys to the Church, or one or more if its rooms, and no longer need them. If this is the case, please return them to the Church Office. This will save the Church money by not having to make more keys for those who currently need them. On Christmas, so soon to come, let not the parents take the position that an evergreen placed in the church for the amusement of the Sabbath-school scholars is a sin; for it may be made a great blessing.... Let the gifts you have usually bestowed upon one another be placed in the Lord's treasury.... In every church let your smaller offerings be placed upon your Christmas tree. Let the precious emblem, ever green, suggest AS THE END OF 2004 APPROACHES, we want to thank you for your faithful giving throughout the year. Remember that tithes and offerings must be turned in to the Church Office or postmarked by December 31 in order to be included on your receipt for the year 2004. Please try to turn in your final contribution on Sabbath, December 25. However, if that is not possible, bring them to the Church Office no later than 4:30 p. m. on Friday, December 31. Again, we thank you for your ~ 14 ~
C h u r c h C a l e n d a r Sabbath December 18 9:00 a.m. Prayer Ministries - Pastor s Study 9:15 a.m. Sabbath School 10:45 a.m. Worship Service After services Fellowship Dinner - Fireside Room 4:51 p.m. Sabbath ends Wednesday December 22 7:00 p.m. Friday 4:54 p.m. 6:00 p.m. Sabbath 9:00 a.m. 9:15 a.m. 10:45 a.m. Prayer Meeting - Fireside Room December 24 Sabbath begins Christmas Caroling - Meet in Fireside Room Christmas Day - December 25 Prayer Ministries - Pastor s Study Sabbath School Worship Service Speaker: Bob Hancock, Jr. Offering: Conference Advance Red Envelopes: Good Samaritan Fund Looking forward December 31 Agapé Feast/Communion For the past six years, October, November, and December have been strong months of financial giving that have helped make up the deficit from earlier months. This year, the past two months and the beginning of December have reversed that trend in a drastic way. The break even figures in the December graph include our worthy student obligations. Pastor, Bob Hancock, Jr.; Home, 965-9657 - Office, 963-4461 Sec ry./treas., Beverly Cramer; Church Clerk, Linda Bowen GOOD NEWS RADIO; KSHC ~ 106.5 FM Religious Liberty Website; www.churchstate.org