Worship Service YOUTH SUNDAY January 31, 2016

Worship Service YOUTH SUNDAY January 31, 2016 To all those who enter here, be thoughtful, be silent, be reverent. Before the service, speak to God. During the service, let God speak to you. After the service, speak to others. 9:00 AM 11:30 AM Reverend Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III Prelude 9:00 AM Roy Jennings 11:30 AM James Davis, Jr. Leader: People: Leader: People: Leader: ALL: Call to Worship Who are we that you are mindful of us? God blew into us the breath of life, and called us children of God. Who are we that you are so mindful of us? Kayla Duncan You made us a little lower than angels and crowned us with glory and honor. In this hour of worship, let us be reminded of the sacredness of life, especially the lives of young Black children. May we continue to grow in the wisdom of God, and excel in all we do. Now are we the children of God, and it doth not yet appear what we shall be! Amen. The Lord s Prayer Processional "Amazing Grace" #271 Invocation and Chant Ashlie McNeil Responsive Reading An Awesome God #85 Kyla Butts Gloria Patri Prayer and Choral Response Seyaon Easton Anthem 9:00 AM 11:30 AM The Leon E. Thompson Men s Chorus "Joshua fit de Battle" arr. Fred Hall Pastoral Emphasis Scripture Meditation 9:00 AM 11:30 AM The Leon E. Thompson Men s Chorus "My Soul s Been Anchored" Douglass Miller Soloist: LaFredrick Coaxner, Tenor

Sermon and Invitation Invitational Offertory: Offertory Sentences & Selections 9:00 AM 11:30 AM The Leon E. Thompson Men s Chorus "Joy" James Moore Soloist: Larry Hylton, Tenor Doxology / Offertory Prayer Beauty Hurley Recessional "More About Jesus" #565 Benediction and Amen Dorian Miles II Postlude BIBLE STUDY NEW MEMBERS CLASS SERVICES OFFERED Sunday Morning Praying Band Sundays - 7:00 AM Sunday Morning Bible Study 8:45 AM Monday Afternoon Bible Class 12:00 PM Wednesday Mid-Week Manna Service 7:00 PM NEW MEMBERS CLASS SCHEDULE - Meets Sundays, 8:30 AM Blue Room Class #1 At the Cross: Jesus and Salvation February 7 Class #2 Faith Foundations: Baptist Polity and Practices February 14 Class #3 The Abyssinian Baptist Church: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow February 21 Class #4 Giving God Our Best: Worship & Stewardship February 28 PRAYER REQUESTS Prayer Request forms are available at Ushers station in back of Sanctuary s center aisle, and via www.abyssinian.org/connect/prayer-requests/. Prayer Band meets Sundays, 7AM in Vestry for prayer & testimony. BABY BLESSINGS Baby Blessings take place on the 2 nd Sunday in the 11:30 AM worship service. Baby Blessing Class is held on the 3 rd Wednesday of the month at 6:00 PM in the Nursery. Next Class: Wednesday, February 17, 2016. Parents who wish to have their child blessed at Abyssinian must attend this class. To register, call Church office, x255. WEDDINGS Considering marriage? If you plan to have your nuptials at Abyssinian, call 212.862.7474, ext. 255, to check availability of the church, and arrange pre-marital counseling. You must also schedule an appointment with Abyssinian s Wedding Coordinator, Tamieka L. Jones, at A Perfect Setting Inc., 800-451-2951, or send email to: info@aperfectsettingevents.com. MEDIA Photographs and Audio/Video recordings are not permitted in the Sanctuary. Cell phones are to be turned off during worship service. Only the Church s official photographer and ABY/TECH are allowed to take pictures or record services.

AbyWEST Moves Forward 3.0 in 24 Mo! Campaign is well underway Spring 2015 Heed the Call Make Your Pledge Today! 100% Member Participation Requested We are very grateful to the membership for their support of our effort to build a $12MM educational center. Following our initial appeal, more than 40% of our members responded to the plea to make a supporting pledge. We are making progress toward the achievement of our goal to raise $3mm in 24 months. Thanks to your generous support we are one-third of the way there. For those who have not made a pledge, there is no time like the present. Our goal is to attain 100% participation from our members. Pledge cards are available in the church elevator lobby and at Abyssinian.org via the AbyWEST icon. Your completed pledge card can be left at the front desk in the Trustee mailbox. With your help, our goal to raise $3mm in 24 months will be realized. Thank you for your continued support! Dedicated to the Worship of God and the Service of Humanity. Winter 2015

PRAYER AND BIBLE STUDY And Jesus spoke a parable unto them to this end, that they ought always pray, and not faint LUKE 18:1

THE ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH Start the New Year with 40 Days of Prayer We launched into 2016 in focused prayer over 40 days. This time of prayer began January 1 and continues for 40 consecutive days ending February 9. We are praying in our themes of Prayer. P: PRAISE - JANUARY 1 10 In the first 10 days we prayed prayers of Praise and Thanksgiving R: REPENTANCE & RECONCILIATION - JANUARY 11 20 The second set of 10 days we prayed for Repentance & Reconciliation A: ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH - JANUARY 21 30 The third set of 10 days we prayed for Abyssinian s leaders, members, ministries, and community, and for Abyssinian Affiliates, Abyssinian Development Corporation, AbyFund, Youth On The Move, Blue Nile Passage, Thurgood Marshall Academy for Learning and Social Change and Thurgood Marshall Academy Lower School Y: YES - JANUARY 31 FEBRUARY 9 For the fourth and last set of 10 days we will pray for a Year of YES! We are praying for souls to say YES to the Lord in Salvation, and for more believers to say YES to the Lord in Spiritual Growth and Discipleship #PRAYFOR40 For information and content during 40 days of prayer, stay connected with Abyssinian www.abyssinian.org or the follow us on: Search: The Abyssinian Baptist Church in the City of New York, Inc. @AbyssinianBC @AbyssinianBC Also, receive daily scriptures to your mobile device by texting Abyprays to 55469

Day 31 January 31 John 3:16 - For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him should not perish but have everlasting life. Day 32 February 1 Romans 10:9 - That if you confess with your mouth the Lord Jesus and believe in your heart that God has raised Him from the dead, you will be saved. Day 33 February 2 John 20:31 - But these are written that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that believing you may have life in His name. Day 34 February 3 John 10:28 - And I give them eternal life, and they shall never perish; neither shall anyone snatch them out of My hand. Day 35 February 4 John 5:24 - Most assuredly, I say to you, he who hears My word and believes in Him who sent Me has everlasting life, and shall not come into judgment, but has passed from death into life. Day 36 February 5 Psalm 27:4 - One thing I have desired of the Lord, That will I seek: That I may dwell in the house of the Lord. All the days of my life, To behold the beauty of the Lord, And to inquire in His temple. Day 37 February 6 Matthew 5:16 - Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven. Day 38 February 7 Matthew 5:13 - You are the salt of the earth; but if the salt loses its flavor, how shall it be seasoned? It is then good for nothing but to be thrown out and trampled underfoot by men. Day 39 February 8 Romans 8:28 - And we know that all things work together for good to those who love God, to those who are the called according to His purpose. Day 40 February 9 Matthew 6:33 - But seek first the kingdom of God and His righteousness, and all these things shall be added to you.

ABYSSINIAN INSTITUTE FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION 2016 WINTER SERIES Spiritual Gifts Workshop Tuesdays: February 2, 9 7:00 PM 8:30 PM Blue Room Instructor: Minister Pamela Mason Have your spiritual gifts led you to the right ministry? The Holy Spirit is the power source for all spiritual gifts. By grace these gifts are designed to complement and strengthen the Body of Christ when they work in harmony together to edify God and fulfill the Great Commission. Whether you re worshiping, teaching, serving or witnessing to others; the Holy Spirit has gifted you to be a blessing in someone s life. Come into 2016 with a fresh awareness of your spiritual gifts and a deeper understanding of how the Holy Spirit operates through the hearts of believers to build God s kingdom here on earth. We will explore the diverse mix of spiritual gifts and identify how the gifts bestowed upon you can enhance your ministry work and assist you in winning more souls for Christ. Pray Versus Prey Tuesdays: February 2, 9 7:00 PM 8:30 PM Vestry Instructor: Reverend R.L. Bachus In the animal kingdom, animals that do not have the means to defend themselves become prey. This same principle applies in the spiritual kingdom for believers in Jesus Christ. If we do not have the means to spiritually defend ourselves through the power of prayer, we become prey. This course will explore the biblical tools God has provided believers through defensive prayer to stand strong in our faith and offensive prayers to take charge of our lives. Theological Table Talk: Between the World and Me Fridays: February 5 7:00 PM 8:30 PM Vestry Instructor: Minister Rashad Moore "[Y]ou are the bearer of a body more fragile than any other in this country - Ta-Nehisi Coates Michael Brown, Renisha McBride, Eric Garner, Freddie. Gray, LaQuan McDonald Over the past year, America has seen violence inflicted on black bodies. From children attacked at a pool party, to a young girl thrown from a classroom desk by a school safety officer. The incidents and many others lead us to ask the hard question, How does one live free in a Black body? This is the question at the center of Ta-Nehisi Coates book, Between the World and Me. Start your new year off with a reading group as we wrestle with the complexities of our contemporary life through a theological lens. Attendees are encouraged to read the book before the sessions begin. The thief comes only to steal and kill and destroy; I have come that they may have life, and have it abundantly John 10:10 REGISTER ONLINE at www.abyssinian.org For more information, contact: Assistant Minister for Christian Education, Pamela D. Mason, Ext. 204

ABYSSINIAN INSTITUTE FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Searching the Scriptures 2016 Bible Study Course Schedule MONDAY Noon-Day Bible Study February 1, 8, 22, 29 March 7, 14, 21, 28 April 4, 11, 18, 25 May 2, 9, 16, 23 June 6, 13, 20, 27 Noon-Day Bible Study Class Not in Session President s Day 2/15 Memorial Day 5/30 SISTERHOOD BIBLE STUDY February 8, 22 March 14, 28 April 11, 25 May 9, 23 June 13, 27 BROTHERHOOD BIBLE STUDY February 8, 22 March 14, 28 April 11, 25 May 9, 23 June 13, 27 YOUNG ADULT BIBLE STUDY Saturdays February 6 March 5 April 2 May 7 June 4

January 31, 2016 Notice is hereby given that the Annual Church Meeting of The Abyssinian Baptist Church of the City of New York, Incorporated, located at 132 Odell Clark Place, in the Borough of Manhattan, State and County of New York, will be held on Sunday, February 7, 2016, at the 9:00 AM worship service for the following purposes: 1. To receive a report of The Pastor of The Abyssinian Baptist Church. 2. To elect a Church Clerk and Assistant Church Clerk for one (1) year. 3. To receive the report of the Nominating Committee and any other topic that may be presented for consideration. OFFICERS WHOSE TERM OF OFFICE EXPIRES: Sheila S. Boston, Esq., Church Clerk Deacon C. Vernon Mason, Assistant Church Clerk All persons eighteen (18) years of age and over, who are subscribers to the support of the Church, are eligible to vote. DONE BY ORDER OF THE PASTOR: Reverend Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III Sheila S. Boston, Esq., Church Clerk

January 31, 2016 Notice is hereby given that the Annual Corporate Meeting of The Abyssinian Baptist Church of the City of New York, Incorporated, located at 132 Odell Clark Place, in the Borough of Manhattan, State and County of New York, will be held on Sunday, February 7, 2016, at the 9:00 AM worship service for the following purposes: 1. To hear the Annual Report of the Trustees. 2. To elect six (6) Trustees for three (3) years. 3. To receive the report of the Nominating Committee and any other topic that may be presented for consideration. TRUSTEES WHOSE TERM OF OFFICE EXPIRES: Walter Douglas Jeffery Hamer Harrison Rayford Alexis Thomas Kevin Thomas Lamonda V. Williams All persons eighteen (18) years of age and over, who are annual subscribers to the support of the Church, are eligible to vote. DONE BY ORDER OF THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES: Reverend Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III Alexis Thomas, Chairperson Sheila S. Boston, Esq., Church Clerk

MINISTRY

THE ABYSSINIAN BROTHERHOOD MINISTRY hosts THE ANNUAL SUPER BOWL FELLOWSHIP NEXT SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2016 6:00 PM 10:00 PM Enjoy the Game in Aby Café On Big Screen TV Plus food and prizes Bring your favorite dish (to feed 6 people)

Abyssinian s Sister-to-Sister Book Ministry is currently reading "The Coming" by Daniel Black. The Ministry s next meeting takes place in AbyCafé on Saturday, February 13 th at 10:00 AM. Author will be present for book discussion. SATURDAY, APRIL 16, 2016 SAVE THE DATE for The Abyssinian Women's Ministry Designed. Defined. Destined for God s Purpose. EMPOWERMENT SUMMIT

ARTS & CULTURE See Abyssinian, Harlem, and Black America through the eyes of women of the black church in CHURCH LADIES: Untold Stories of Harlem Women in the Powell Era by our own, Dr. Martia Goodson. In this book, more than a dozen Abyssinian women talk about their church lives during the 1920-1970 era, and their struggles against Jim Crow alongside their pastor, congressman, and confidant, Reverend Adam Clayton Powell Jr. Available soon in the Abyssinian Lobby Bookstore, and now via bookstore.authorhouse.com. SCHOLARSHIP Scholarships are available for College or Technical School students living in affordable housing. Awards of $10,000, $5,000 and $2,000 made from applications submitted before May 17, 2016. See additional application information at http://chwattys.com/2015-scholarship-fund/ HOUSING For Sale: Elegantly restored luxury Brownstone with over 4,000 sq. ft. Call 914. 437.6286 for more information. Rental: Spacious, upper floor, one-bedroom apartment available in Doorman building located in St. Nicholas/145 th Street area. Living room has great view of Downtown NYC Skyline. $1,800 per month. Contact: Kevin, 937.562.1938 for more information. Rental: Available immediately, large 2 Bedrooms with private yard on Evergreen Avenue in the Bronx for rent $1,800 (Broker's fee required). Good credit and references required. Contact broker to view, 732.684.7613. Rental: Room available in quiet Convent Avenue building. Access to Gym on lower level of building. Rent - $850 per month. Call 404.519.4030.

ABYSSINIAN EVENTS MEETINGS SCHEDULE Week of January 31 February 6 Today, Sunday, January 31 7:00 AM Sunday Morning Praying Band 8:00 AM Youth Concert Chorale and Children s Chorus - 2 nd Fl. Rehearsal Room 8:45 AM Sunday Morning Bible Study 9:00 AM Worship Service Sanctuary - Youth Sunday 11:30 AM Worship Service Sanctuary Youth Sunday Monday, February 1 11:00 AM Seniors Exercise Class 2 nd Fl. Rehearsal Room 12:00 PM Monday Afternoon Bible Class Fellowship Hall 6:30 PM Joint Board Vestry Mocha Moms Blue Room Total Praise Ensemble Sanctuary Tuesday, February 2 11:30 AM Mocha Moms 2 nd Fl. Rehearsal Room 3:00 PM FIYAH Power: Tutoring Program Vestry 6:30 PM AbyFit Offsite: Fred Samuel Center, 669 Lenox Ave. 7:00 PM AICE Course Spiritual Gifts Blue Room AICE Course Pray or Prey Vestry Cathedral Choir Rehearsal Sanctuary & 2 nd Fl. Rehearsal Room Joshua Ministry Monthly Meeting Fellowship Hall Wednesday, February 3 5:00 PM Praise Team Rehearsal 2 nd Fl. Rehearsal Room 6:00 PM Faith & FIYAH: Pre-Teen Bible Study Vestry 6:30 PM Credit Union Open 7:00 PM Mid-Week Manna Service Sanctuary Thursday, February 4 6:00 PM Exodus Ministry Fellowship Hall 6:30 PM IVA Choir Rehearsal 2 nd Fl. Rehearsal Room 7:00 PM Thursday Night Teaching Series What Happened to Black Radio? Vestry Care & Advocacy Blue Room Friday, February 5 5:00 PM Youth Concert Chorale Rehearsal 2 nd Fl. Rehearsal Room 6:00 PM Faith & FIYAH Pre-Teen Bible Study Fellowship Hall 6:30 PM Set It Off: Friday Night FIYAH Fellowship Hall Health Ministry Meeting Blue Room AICE Course: Theological Table Talk Between the World & Me Vestry Saturday, February 6 11:00 AM American Baptist Women 1 st Floor Conference Room 1:00 PM Missionaries Ministry Fellowship Hall

SERMON NOTES Take personal notes while listening to the Word of God Date: Sermon Title: Biblical Text: Points to Note: PULPIT FLOWERS Courtesy of Saundra Parks 212.633.9000 ABYSSINIAN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION 212.368.4471 adcorp.org

THE ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH OFFICERS Gerald Barbour Eleanor E. Olive Alexis Thomas Patricia Proctor Sheila S. Boston Robinson Chairman, Board of Deacons Chair, Board of Deaconess Chair, Board of Trustees Treasurer Church Clerk MINISTERIAL STAFF Reginald L. Bachus Associate Pastor Ext. 203 Itang H. Young Assistant Minister for Youth Ext. 220 Rashad R. Moore Ministerial Intern Ext. 212 MUSIC MINISTRY James Davis, Jr. Director, Music Ministries & Fine Arts Ext. 261 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES Finance Ext. 245 Building, Grounds & Maintenance Ext. 244 WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday 7:00 am The Praying Band 9:00 am Bible Class 9:00 am Sunday School 9:00 am Worship Service 9:15 am -11:00 am WE Youth Worship Experience 11:30 am Worship Service 2 nd Sunday 11:30 am Babies Blessed 3 rd Sunday 9:00 & 11:30 am Communion/Right Hand of Fellowship (11:30 am) 4 th Sunday 11:30 am Baptism 5 th Sunday 11:30 am Youth Sunday Wednesday 7:00 pm Mid-Week Manna THE ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH 132 Odell Clark Place New York, NY 10030 212.862.7474 (T) 212.862.3255 (F) www.abyssinian.org