Wellesley Congregational Church United Church of Christ First Worship September 23, 2012
Welcome to First Worship! We extend a welcome as broad as the outstretched arms of God, who calls us to be here together to rejoice in God s glorious presence. Welcome to children of all ages to all the children of God, each one of us. If you are an old friend or here for the first time, we welcome you. Our worship is an intergenerational experience and we want children to feel fully included. We remember that worship offers us all a special place to be with God. In this space we talk a little more softly and walk a little more quietly. We are listening for God.
ORDER OF WORSHIP September 23, 2012 PRELUDE 9:00 am RINGING THE HOUR You Are Here You are here in our midst How we ve waited for moments like this. Have your way in this place Holy Spirit come do as you wish We are changed as you move in our midst. CALL TO WORSHIP Kathy Musser PRAYER OF CONFESSION
WORDS OF ASSURANCE AND CELEBRATING THE WATERS OF BAPTISM SUNG RESPONSE Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus *PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST *SUNG RESPONSE Be the Peace Be the peace you wish to see in the world SCRIPTURE Luke 10: 25-37 SERMON The New Neighbor Daniel Cooperrider
SERMON RESPONSE OFFERING Invitation Offertory Draw the Circle Wide
SETTING THE TABLE Gather Us In INVITATION TO THE TABLE COMMUNION PRAYER AND 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 trespasses, As we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, For thine is the kingdom, and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
WORDS OF INSTITUTION *SHARING THE GIFTS OF BREAD AND CUP *PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING We Will Go Out with Peace in the Spirit We will go out with peace in the spirit We will go out with God We will go out with peace in the spirit We will go out with God Alleluia we will go out with God Alleluia we will go out with God *BENEDICTION *Those who are able may stand.
TODAY S NOTES Pastoral Care If you have any pastoral needs or know of any in the Village Church family, please call Martin Copenhaver 781-235-1988 x 12, through today, then Kathy Musser at x14. The Chancel flowers are given today in loving memory of Melissa Bell Meisenhelder, September 27, 1984 June 9, 2004, by her family. A Gift to Our Church Family: In honor of Melissa Bell Meisenhelder's 28th Birthday, her family is providing free copies of this new book as a gift to the church. One Minute a Day: Instant Inspiration fot the Busy Life is a quick shot of expresso, an energy boost for your soul, with 100 one-minute reminders of what's really important. Take a minute with New York Times best-selling author David Jeremiah to rediscover God's grace, hope and power for living even in the fast lane. An infusion of instant inspiration might be just what you need to keep going, with faith. We invite you to take a copy of this helpful book from the basket in the Village Common Lobby. Fellowship Hour 11:15 am, Village Common Please join us for coffee and fellowship. Information for visitors is available at the Welcome Table. Providing hospitality today are the Learning Ministry Deacons. Please take a moment to thank them. 7th & 8th Grade Youth Group 5 pm, Youth Room High School Youth Group Grade 10 only 7pm, Youth Room For information about youth programs, contact Pam Emslie by email at pam@wellesleyvillagechurch.org or by phone at 781-235-1988 x 15. Cherub Choir Begins Today Registration begins today for the Cherub Choir. Cherub Choir children are in grades Kindergarten, 1 st and 2 nd grades. We will be meeting after the 10 am Worship on the 2nd floor in the Cherub Choir room - also known as the Upper Room. Cherub Choir rehearsals are at 11:15 11:45 on Sundays. If you have any questions please email Linda Harding at hardinglr@gmail.com.
BULLETIN NOTES Known By Name Tag Wearing your name tag every Sunday is a gracious gift to others. Name tags are located on boards in Village Common Lobby, the Cloister and the Narthex. If you need a name tag, please write your request on the Fellowship Book as it is passed down the pew, or email Tricia Kibbe in the church office at tricia@wellesleyvillagechurch.org. Please be sure to mention which door you use more frequently and she will be happy to hang it there. The Village Church Moms' Group Tuesday, September 25, 7 pm We will have our September Kickoff Dinner at the home of Heidi Almodovar. This casual, 'come when you can' group, welcomes moms of all ages for monthly get-togethers away from the family, usually for a dinner in someone's home or a restaurant, or perhaps for a service opportunity. It's a great way to meet new friends and other Moms from our church. Please email Amy Hille at amyhille@yahoo.com if you are interested in attending the dinner on the 25th - we hope you can join us! Family Promise Training Tuesday, October 2, 6:30-8:30 pm, Village Hall Beth Cooper, Director of Family Promise will be conducting a volunteer training session at Village Church. Training is required for all volunteers twelve years of age and older to ensure an understanding of the program and sensitivity to our guests. The training is also valuable for returning volunteers to brush up on policy/procedures and ask any questions you ve developed since your time of service. Village Church s next Host Week is October 14-21. For more information please contact Margaret Taylor (781-237-1708) or Ruth Breden (781-235-0193) or volunteer at www.signupgenius.com. Autumn Evening Vespers Wednesdays, 7:30 pm, October 3, 10, 17 & 24 Summer's slipping away, colder air and darker days bring early autumn. As the world shifts, so something moves deep within us. We grow more quiet, seeking silence, seeking solitude, seeking Spirit? Join us for 45 minutes of silence, scripture and song, chant and unusual quiet together in our Chapel. Come casual, all are welcome. Led by Tom Walter and Kathy Musser. Knitting and Sewing Group begins October 3 If you are looking for a little quiet time while knitting with a group of knitters and sewers join us every Wednesday morning at 9:30-11:30 upstairs in Seminar 1 beginning October 3. Come with a project you are working on or join in the making of Caps for Kids, Prayer Shawls and Baptism blankets. Patterns and materials are available. Stop in for a cup of tea and lively conversations. Contact: Ruth Breden - 781-235- 0193 or Bobbie Hayes - 781-235-1059. Village Churchwomen Luncheon Tuesday, October 9, Noon, St. Andrew s Church Please join the VCW and the women of St. Andrew s Church for their annual combined Luncheon and Program. The speaker will be Beth Cooper, Director of Family Promise Metrowest, formerly MIHN. Please sign up by Thursday, October 4 on the Central Street Lobby bulletin board.
Volunteers Needed For Family Promise Metrowest October 14-21 (formerly the Metrowest Interfaith Hospitality Network) Family Promise Metrowest is a cooperative, interfaith partnership offering hope to homeless families with children through safe transitional shelter, meals, and supportive case management as they seek permanent housing. Village Church hosts guests three times a year and provides breakfast, lunch and dinner. Volunteers prepare and drop off meals, share a dinner and host overnight stays. St Andrews is our partner congregation. You are now able to sign up to volunteer in a variety of ways: www.signupgenius.com or contact Ruth Breden (781-235-0193) or Margaret Taylor (781-237-1708) or during Fellowship Hour. Fifty volunteers are needed each week. Your help can give hope when hope has been lost. Chancel Flower Dates Available We have the following dates available to sponsor Chancel flowers in 2012: December 9 and 30. If you would like to sponsor flowers, sign up on the Flower Chart in the Central Street Lobby or contact Erin Donato at 781.235.1988 x11 or Linda Smith at 781.237.6813. The cost of the flowers is $75. Thank you! Rosie's Place Volunteers Needed We are once again looking for volunteers to shop, cook and serve for Rosie's Place women's shelter in Boston during the first weekend of every month. This is a wonderful volunteer opportunity for families, groups of friends, youth groups, or individuals. So whether you are considering this opportunity for the first time or the 50th, we encourage you to sign up this year. Sign up on the bulletin board in the Central Street lobby. Please feel free to contact Lisa Weinstock (leweinstock@gmail.com) or Jane Amara (amarajf@yahoo.com) with any questions.
Childcare During First Worship Childcare is available during First Worship for Infants through Age 5 in the Infant Room located upstairs just outside the sanctuary on the main floor. What s happening in Church School today? Kindergarten students and younger will be welcomed in their classrooms before 10 am worship begins. The Infant/ Toddler Room is located on the main floor just outside the Sanctuary to the left of the Chancel. 2 year olds through Kindergarten classrooms are located on the upper floor. Children should be picked up promptly at the conclusion of worship. Grades 1-8 will worship with their parents until it is time for class, as indicated in the bulletin. At that time, Grades 1 8 will meet at the signs downstairs in Village Hall and proceed to the following classrooms for a special activity. This week... Grade 1: Village Hall Grade 2: Artisan s Market Grade 3: Storyteller s Tent Grade 4: Science Room Grade 5: Fishes and Loaves Café Grades 6, 7 & 8 will meet in the art studio for art mural workshop. Classes for Grades 1 6 conclude at 11:15 or the end of worship whichever is later. Students in Grades 3 and below should be met by their parents at their classrooms. The Family Room is available for parents who aren t quite ready to leave their infants and toddlers in childcare. In this room, parents will be able to listen to the worship service while their child naps or plays. This room is located upstairs beyond the library. WELLESLEY CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH STAFF The Rev. Martin B. Copenhaver Senior Pastor The Rev. Kathleen E. Musser Associate Pastor The Rev. Pamela H. Emslie Associate Pastor The Rev. Christina L. Braudaway-Bauman Associate Pastor The Rev. Daniel P. Cooperrider Pastoral Resident The Rev. Jocelyn B. Gardner Spencer Pastoral Resident Michaela F. McDonald Director of Children s Ministries David R. Carrier Director of Music Dr. Kevin J. McDonald Director of Youth Music Jodi M. Hitzhusen Music Director of First Worship Erin I. Donato Church Administrator Barbara P. Kucich Church Accountant Tricia T. Kibbe IT and Administrative Coordinator Felicia R. Nadel Administrative Assistant Donald S. Banks Sexton Dolphe Richard Assistant to the Sexton Gerardo Ortiz Assistant to the Sexton 2 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 02482 781.235.1988 wellesleyvillagechurch.org An Open and Affirming Congregation of the UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST