Wellesley Congregational Church United Church of Christ F I R S T W O R S H I P All Saints Sunday November 4, 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. Children are welcome to pick up an activity bag and to bring snacks to their seats. 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 November 4, 2012 9:00 am PRELUDE RINGING THE HOUR INTROIT Thankful am I Lockwood/Edmonds It is Good to Give Thanks Psalm 92: 1,4 Cherub Choir WELCOME AND CALL TO WORSHIP OPENING SONG 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. PRAYER OF CONFESSION Let My Prayer Be Set Forth WORDS OF ASSURANCE Daniel Cooperrider
THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Invitation The Covenant Promises Of the Parents Of the Godparents Of the Congregation Deacon: Will you who witness and celebrate this sacrament promise your love, support, and care to this child who is about to be baptized? Congregation: We will, with the help of God. Through this act we welcome this child into the fellowship of Christ s church and invite him to share with us the cost and joy of discipleship. We promise to receive him as a fellow pilgrim on the Christian way, to guide him by our precepts and example, that all of us may grow in the knowledge and love of God, according to the measure of the fullness of Christ. Amen. Pouring of the Water Prayer of Blessing Act of Baptism Congregational Response We thank you, God, for Finn, bless him and keep him now and forever. Prayers for the Baptized Congregation: God of our fathers and mothers, and our God, we thank you for this, your child, and for the grace acknowledged here today in water and the spirit. Grant us grace to receive, nurture and befriend this new member of the body of Christ. Give to the newly baptized strength for life s journey, courage in time of suffering, the joy of faith, the freedom to love, and the hope of new life, through Jesus Christ, who makes us one. Amen.
CELEBRATING THE WATERS OF BAPTISM SUNG RESPONSE The Spirit of the Lord is Here The Spirit of the Lord is here (repeat) I feel it in the atmosphere The Spirit of the Lord is here (repeat) The presence of the Lord is here (repeat) I feel it in the atmosphere The presence of the Lord is here (repeat) *P *PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST *S *SUNG RESPONSE Song of Hope
SCRIPTURE CRIPTURE Revelation 22: 1-5 SERMON ERMON Water of Life Jocelyn Gardner Spencer SERMON RESPONSE Springs of Life OFFERING Invitation Offertory
SETTING THE TABLE Gather Us In INVITATION TO THE TABLE
*C *COMMUNION PRAYER AND THE LORD ORD 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. *W *WORDS OF INSTITUTION *S *SHARING THE GIFTS OF BREAD AND CUP *P *PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING HANKSGIVING O Give Thanks O give thanks, O give thanks, O give thanks unto the Lord God is gracious, God s mercy endureth forever. *B *BENEDICTION
TODAY S NOTES Receiving the Sacrament of Baptism Today: Finn Barrett, born on May 14, 2012, in Newton, MA, son of Doreen and Steve Barrett and little brother to William Barrett (age 2.) Finn s godparents are Michael Nichols and Linda Barrett Knopp. The Deacons assisting with the baptism are Leslie Gerhat and Karen Bernardo. Baptismal Blanket We thank the Prayer Shawl knitters for the gift of the baptismal blanket that is given to the newly baptized child today. Pastoral Care If you have any pastoral needs or know of any in the Village Church family, please call Kathy Musser 781-235-1988 x14. The Chancel flowers are given in loving memory of our son, Lindsay, by Polly and Lindsay Ellms. Cherub Choir Rehearsal 11:15 am, 2 nd floor Cherub Choir Room Rehearsal today for all children in Kindergarten, First and Second grades. 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 is the Stewardship Committee. Please take a moment to thank them. All Saints Sunday and Ministry of Last Things November 4 Today, we celebrate All Saints Sunday. In addition to offering thanksgiving for the those church members who have died during this past year, we will also bring and dedicate our Stewardship pledges for the life of this church in the year to come. Following 10 am worship, our new Ministry of Last Things will share their work, offering help and guidance to our church members in the important decisions to make at the end of life, and support in times of grief and bereavement. We invite you to take a few moments after worship to walk through the Memorial Path in our churchyard, visit our table in Village Common, and come to the Upper Room, for Part One of a forum called "Stewardship of Last Things." Part One will cover the sorts of planning that is helpful for end of life, and resources the church has for you. Part Two, after worship on Nov 11, will focus on how to have such end-of-life conversations with a loved one, practical checklists, more resources and the opportunity to ask questions and reflect on these matters. Please join us. Members of the Ministry of Last Things are Kirk Smith, Nancy Smith, Jim Thistlethwaite, Nancy Calderwood, Roxy Leeson, Charlotte Harrington, Jocelyn Gardner Spencer and Kathy Musser. Contact any of us for more information. Thanksgiving Potluck Sign up during Fellowship Hour Please put the date SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 18 on your calendar and sign up at the Community Ministry Table, today and next Sunday in Village Common. All are welcome! That Sunday you may bring food to Village Hall anytime from 9:15 am on. If your last name begins with A-G, please bring a salad or side dish; H-Q, a main dish; and R-Z, a dessert. The items should serve 10-12 people. The dishes will be reheated as needed. Label any dishes you would like returned, and if possible, provide a serving utensil. If you or your family have a food allergy please mark if the item is vegetarian, gluten free or peanut free and a special table will be designated for these dishes. Serving a crowd is fun, but it takes many hands. If you are interested in helping out on that day, please let us know at sign up or contact Susan Hoffman, sghhoffman@comncast.net, 508-545-0189 or Zozie Porter, z.porter@verizon.net, 781-235-8813.
Old South Union Church 6th Annual Memorial Concert Sunday, November 4, 2 pm As part of Old South Union Church s celebration of the 20 th anniversary of the installation of their organ, David Carrier will present their program. This will be a one hour concert followed by a reception in the vestry. Old South Union s address is 25 Columbian Street, Weymouth, MA and their phone number is 781-335-2545. 2012 Prius Raffle to Benefit Communities Without Borders Liz King is selling Raffle Tickets for a brand new 2012 Toyota Prius. The tickets are $100 a piece exactly the amount it costs to put one child in school in Zambia for a year! There will only be 500 tickets sold, so your odds of winning, 1/500, are quite good. Please consider purchasing a ticket for this very worthwhile cause. Liz will be selling tickets every Sunday during Fellowship Hour and until the drawing on December 6, when the lucky winner will be drawn! 7th & 8th Grade Youth Group 5:00 pm, Youth Room High School Youth Group 7:00 pm, Youth Room For information about youth programs, contact Pam Emslie at 781.235.1988 x15 or pam@wellesleyvillagechurch.org. Early Morning Prayer Tuesdays, 8 am Weekly renewal in Burtt Chapel. All are welcome. BULLETIN NOTES Village Church Youth & Junior Choirs Performances: November 18: Junior and Youth Choir, 10 am service Rehearsal Dates: Youth Choir: November 14, 6:15 pm; November 18, 8:45 am; November 28, 6:15 pm Junior Choir: November 11, 11:15 am; November 18, 8:45 am Cantor Peter Halpern of Temple Shalom, Newton will be singing at the 10 am service on Sunday, November 11. Harvest Fare Sunday, November 11, 11:15 am This fundraiser will be successful only if all members of our church participate by either baking or buying! Baked goods should be brought to Village Common before worship. During Fellowship Hour, all are invited to purchase baked goodies, just in time to pop in the freezer in preparation for the holidays. For more information, or if you are able to help out on the day of the Fare, call Sally Kellogg at 781.235.7710. Family Fun Bingo Night Friday, November 16, 2012, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm All families are invited to a night of fellowship, pizza, bingo & prizes for all! RSVP to Michaela@wellesleyvillagechurch.org
Caps for Kids Project Saturday, November 17, 9:30 am We invite you to join us in sorting and packing 3000 caps that will to be distributed to the Boston elementary schools, medical and health centers, Head Start Programs, and Home for Little Wanderers. Call Ruth Breden at 781.235.0193. Sponsored by Village Churchwomen. Cookies and Milk with Martin and Michaela Sunday, November 18, 2012, 10:45 am to 11:15 am Children ages 4 through 2nd grade will have cookies and milk with Martin and Michaela during part of church school for a time of wondering and asking questions about God. 4 pm Family Christmas Eve Service Pageant Sign-Ups, Sunday, November 18, 2012 Sign-ups for will begin on Sunday, Nov. 18. Sign-up sheets will be posted in the rotation and preschool hallways or you may feel free to sign up via email to Michaela@wellesleyvillagechurch.org All children are invited to participate. There is one mandatory rehearsal on Saturday, December 15 10 am to 12:00 noon.
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 at 10 am 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, 3, 4 & 5 meet in Village Hall for a combined class. Grade 2 Storyteller s Tent Room Grades 6 8 will meet in Art Mural Studio. 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 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 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