Village Church United Church of Christ September 15, 2013
ORDER OF WORSHIP September 15, 2013 9:00 am 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. PRELUDE RINGING IN THE HOUR All Are Welcome
CALL TO WORSHIP Pam Emslie CALL TO CONFESSION CONFESSION WORDS OF ASSURANCE SUNG RESPONSE Take Me To The Water
*PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST *SUNG RESPONSE I love the place your glory abides, your glory, your glory abides. SCRIPTURE Luke 15:1-7 SERMON Counting Sheep John Allen *SERMON RESPONSE Be Now My Vision
OFFERING Invitation Offertory SETTING THE TABLE Hungering God INVITATION TO THE TABLE *COMMUNION PRAYER AND THE LORD S PRAYER Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed by 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 *SUNG THANKSGIVING In the Lord I ll Be Ever Thankful *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 Diane Anderson at 781.235.1988 x14. The Chancel flowers today are given by Heather Banting in memory of Scott Legault whose spirit now soars in everlasting peace. 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 members from the Village Churchwomen. Please take a moment to thank them. Village Church Birthday Celebration 11:15 am, Burtt Chapel We want to celebrate your birthdays with you! We invite all those with September birthdays to join us for a few minutes in the Chapel. Come Join Junior Choir! Junior Choir is for youth in grades 3-6 and rehearses after the 10 am Worship Service each Sunday. Junior Choir sings for special events in the 9 am and 10 am Worship Services and the VC Christmas Pageant. Our first rehearsal will be next week, September 15th, 11:15-11:45 am. If you are interested in joining us, please come to the rehearsal or email Kevin McDonald at mcdonaldkevin23@yahoo.com. We look forward to welcoming you! Pastoral Residents Faith Journey Forum 11:30 am, Village Hall Come get to know John and Audra! We'll be talking about the passions that have brought us to Village Church, the hopes we have for our residencies, and the questions we are faithfully holding as we begin our ministries. Join us in a spirit of sharing about spiritual journeys - we hope we might hear some of your stories, as well! 7th & 8th Grade Youth Group 5 pm, Youth Room High School Youth Group 7 pm, Youth Room For information about youth programs, contact Pam Emslie at 781-235-1988 x15 or pam@wellesleyvillagechurch.org. BULLETIN NOTES Fellowship Dinner Groups Signup Dinner groups signup will begin today during Fellowship Hour. (jmhatch12@gmail.com or 781-237-7514) with questions. Please contact Jackie Hatch
Village Churchmen Tuesday, September 17, Noon The Village Churchmen is a group open to all men of the church, their friends and visitors. We meet on the third Tuesday of each month at Noon in Village Common. No reservations are necessary; just come, even if it is a last minute decision. Please bring your own bag lunch. Beverages will be provided. See you there. For further information call Ken Chaulk at 781-237-2594 or kchaulk@verizon.net or Arthur Stock at 781-449- 1970 or ajstock@earthlink.net. Come join Youth Choir! Youth Choir is for youth in grades 7-12 and rehearses on Wednesday evenings from 6:15-7 pm. Youth Choir sings for special events in the 9 am and 10 am Worship Services and the VC Christmas Pageant. Our first rehearsal will be Wednesday, September 18, 6:15-7:00 pm. If you are interested in joining us, please come to the rehearsal or email Kevin McDonald at mcdonaldkevin23@yahoo.com. We look forward to welcoming you. Environmental Ministry Wednesday, September 18, 7:30 pm The Environmental Ministry team will be holding its first meeting of the season on Wednesday, September 18 at 7:30 pm, at the home of Wil Breden. We will be discussing and planning for programs for the year. If you are interested in the work of this ministry, please contact Wil (wrbreden@aol.com, 781-235-0193) or Cynthia Curtis (cj_curt@yahoo.com, 781-235-2124.) In the beginning Adult Bible Study Sundays following 10 am Worship, September 22 through November 3 This will be a study of the book of Genesis with a focus on the main characters. There will be no outside assignments other than sections from the Bible. The questions each week will be: What did God say or do? How does this story or character or theme relate to our world and our lives today? If you only remember the stories of Adam and Eve, Cain and Abel, Noah, Abraham, Jacob, and Joseph from Sunday School as a kid, you may be in for a few surprises. If you have never really given much thought to these people, you may be in for a few surprises. To sign up, contact Tricia Kibbe at tricia@wellesleyvillagechurch.org or Alice Polley at apolley@verizon.net. We will meet in the Library from 11:30 am-12:30 pm, a healthy snack will be provided, and we will end on time every week. Come and be surprised! Come Learn About The Village Church Labyrinth Sunday, September 29, following Worship All are invited for an introduction to the Labyrinth in our chapel on Sunday, September 29 following the 10:00 Worship service. Tricia Kibbe, a Village Church staff member and founder of the New England Labyrinth Guild, will discuss the ancient spiritual practice of walking the labyrinth and will share the story of the labyrinth in our own Burtt Chapel. After the talk Tricia will lead us in a prayerful Labyrinth walk.
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. The sign up board is in the Central Street Lobby. Please feel free to contact Lisa Weinstock (leweinstock@gmail.com) or Jane Amara (amarajf@yahoo.com) with any questions. Knitting and Sewing Group Come and join those who enjoy knitting shawls, given to comfort, or knitting hats for children in Boston schools and shelters with "Caps for Kids." We also do special projects of sewing sundresses for Africa or other projects that may be suggested. Beginners are welcome. We meet on Wednesdays, 9:30-11:30 am in Seminar 1, beginning Wednesday, September 25. Contact Ruth Breden at 781-235-0193 or Bobbies Hayes at 781-235-1059. John Allen Ordination September 29, 2013, 3:00 pm at Congregational Church of Needham We are excited to be joining with the wider church for the ordination of John Allen, one of our Pastoral Residents. The service will be held at 3:00 PM in the Sanctuary of the Congregational Church of Needham with a reception to follow. Come join in worship and fellowship as we celebrate his ministry. SWEETSOUNDS VIII - An evening of entertainment and desserts Saturday, October 5, 7 pm - Christ Lutheran Church, 113 Union Street, Natick Featuring: A capella trio TVS, vocalist JoJo David and pianist Anne Marie David. Proceeds to benefit Family Promise Metrowest Transitional Housing Program. Suggested donation at the door: $25.
What s happening in 10 am 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: Fishes and Loaves Café Grade 2: Games Grade 3: Artisan s Market Grade 4: Storyteller s Tent Grade 5: Science Room 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. VILLAGE CHURCH STAFF The Rev. Martin B. Copenhaver Senior Pastor Diane E. Anderson Interim Minister of Pastoral Care The Rev. Pamela H. Emslie Associate Pastor The Rev. Christina L. Braudaway-Bauman Pastor at Large John C. Allen Pastoral Resident Audra C. Teague Pastoral Resident Linda C. Smith Pastoral Residency Coordinator 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 Leslie W. Petzing Controller Barbara P. Kucich Church Accountant Tricia T. Kibbe IT and Administrative Coordinator Felicia R. Nadel Administrative Assistant Christy L. Cadigan 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