NOVEMBER 22, 2015 8:45 AM CHRIST THE KING/REIGN OF CHRIST
CHRIST THE KING/REIGN OF CHRIST November 22, 2015 8:45 am Worship Today is Christ the King Sunday, also known as Reign of Christ Sunday. This festival ends our marking of Ordinary Time after the Day of Pentecost, and moves us to the threshold of Advent, the season of hope for Christ s coming again at the end of time. The day centers on the crucified and risen Christ, whom God exalted to rule over the whole universe. As the Alpha and Omega, the beginning and the end, Christ is the center of the universe, the ruler of all history, the judge of all people. In Christ all things began, and in Christ all things will be fulfilled. In the end, Christ will triumph over the forces of evil. This morning s processional hymn is a paraphrase of Psalm 103 by Henry Francis Lyte (1793-1847), a Scottish poet and ordained minister. The familiar tune, Lauda Anima, was composed by John Goss in 1869 for this text. Goss (1800-1880) was a British church musician, organist, and educator, who served churches in London and taught at the Royal Academy of Music. WELCOME Welcome to all who are worshipping with us. Child care and a worship education program for preschoolers are available in Building D during this service. Consult an usher if you need an assistive hearing device or a largeprint bulletin. As we enter a holy space and time this morning, please silence your cell phones. The opening voluntary is the call to silent meditation and preparation for worship. OPENING VOLUNTARY Largo George Friderick Handel *CALL TO WORSHIP One: Bless God, all people of faith and hope. God has looked on us with great favor. All: God is our refuge and strength in times of trouble. God is our guide and inspiration when things go well. One: God gives light to those who live in the shadows. God offers stillness amid the turbulence of our times. All: We live in covenant with God, who gives us the best. We are eager to give our best to God in return. One: By the tender mercy of our God, we meet for worship. God has brought the dawn of a new day for our use. All: Praise God for signs and wonders all around us. Praise God for peace and reconciliation. *PROCESSIONAL HYMN #478 Praise, My Soul, the King of Heaven CALL TO CONFESSION lauda anima PRAYER OF CONFESSION All: Many times you have rescued us, O God. Yet we continue to wander away from your vision for us. We claim to be followers of Jesus, but we do not speak up when he is mocked. We do not respond when he summons us from the perilous byways we have chosen. Our words and deeds deny the faith we proclaim. [2] *Those who are able, please stand.
Silent confession One: God of all nations, All: deliver us from misplaced loyalties and unacknowledged sin. Forgive our foolish ways. Amen. ASSURANCE OF PARDON *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE toulon We give our minds to understand your ways, hands, eyes, and voice to serve your great design, heart with the flame of your own love ablaze, till for your glory all our powers combine. (may be found as stanza 2 of hymn #375) CONCERNS OF THE PEOPLE Please sign and pass the Friendship Register. PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION OLD TESTAMENT READING Psalm 132:1-12 One: The Word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God. NEW TESTAMENT READING John 18:33-38 One: The Word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God. SERMON A Different Kind of King John Ryan *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH We believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, And in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. We believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen. Apostles Creed People have an idea that the preacher is an actor on a stage, and they are the critics, blaming or praising the preacher. What they don t know is that they are the actors on the stage; the preacher is merely the prompter standing in the wings, reminding them of their lost lines. Søren Kierkegaard [3]
*CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE nettleton O to grace how great a debtor daily I m constrained to be! Let that grace now, like a fetter, bind my wandering heart to thee: prone to wander, Lord, I feel it, prone to leave the God I love; here s my heart, O take and seal it, seal it for thy courts above. (tune may be found as stanza 3 of hymn #356) The Christian life is an offering of one s self to God. In worship the people are presented with the costly selfoffering of Jesus Christ, are claimed and set free by him, and are led to respond by offering to him their lives, their particular gifts and abilities, and their material goods. PC(USA) Directory of Worship Sigfrid Karg-Elert (1877 1933) was a German composer of considerable fame in the early twentieth century, best known for his compositions for organ and harmonium. After having served as a regimental musician during World War I, Karg- Elert was appointed instructor of music theory and composition at the Leipzig Conservatory in 1919. Encouraged to compose by no less a figure than Edvard Grieg, one of his compositional heroes, Karg-Elert was also greatly influenced by the harmonic language of French Impressionism. PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen. GIVING OF OFFERINGS OFFERTORY King of Glory, King of Peace K. Lee Scott King of Glory, King of Peace, I will love thee; and that love may never cease, I will move thee. Thou hast granted my request, thou hast heard me; thou hast taught in thee we rest, thou hast spared me. Wherefore with my utmost art I will sing thee, and the love of all my heart I will bring thee. Though my sins against me cried, thou dids t clear me; and alone, when they replied, thou dids t hear me. Sev n whole days, not one in sev n, I will praise thee; in my heart, though not in heav n, I can raise thee. Small it is, in this poor sort to enroll thee; ev n eternity s too short to extol thee! *DOXOLOGY #592 old hundredth *PRAYER OF DEDICATION *CLOSING HYMN #142 All Hail the Power of Jesus Name *CHARGE AND BENEDICTION CONCLUDING VOLUNTARY Now Thank We All Our God coronation Sigfrid Karg-Elert As our time of worship comes to an end, our time of service begins; we depart to be the church in the world! [4]
LIFE AT TRINITY WELCOME welcome intentionally WE RE GLAD YOU ARE HERE! JOIN US FOR COFFEE AND CONVERSATION IN THE FIVE POINTS COURTYARD AFTER THE SERVICE. We can answer any questions you may have or simply get to know you, whether you are just visiting or looking for a church home. If you are interested in learning more about Trinity Church or in becoming a member, you are encouraged to attend one of the New Member classes held throughout the year. Classes are held in the Chapel Parlor from 9:45 to 10:45 am on Sunday. Child care is available. The next class series meets January 23, 31; February 7, 14. For more information, contact Gay Gunter at 770-432-1090 or gayhgunter@charter.net. worship Creatively TODAY AT TRINITY PATH Offering Through Trinity s Answer to Hunger offering, you can help those who face hunger every day right here in Georgia. This offering funds various local projects, and a portion of the offering is used for Agape Community Center s Thanksgiving turkey giveaway and Trinity s annual St. Luke s Christmas bags, that will be assembled following worship on December 13. These bags are distributed on Christmas Day by St. Luke s Soup Kitchen. Please make generous use of the specially marked envelopes available in the pew racks on November 22. Worship Leaders Preaching: Dr. John Ryan, director of youth and family ministries; interim director of adult education and engagement Liturgist: Rev. Pam Driesell, senior pastor Music Scott Morris, organist Anne-Marie Spalinger, soprano Acolyte George Fish Child Care Although children are always welcome in the sanctuary, child care is available for children, birth through K, in building D: infants, D100; one-year-olds, D102; two-year-olds, D104; three-year-olds, D106; pre-k, D119. Sermons Online To hear sermons online, visit www.trinityatlanta.org/worship/sermons/, or find us on itunes at https://itunes.apple. com/us/podcast/trinity-presbyterian-church/ id1020525489?mt=2 Church School 9:45 am Church school classes for all ages are held at 9:45 am. For a complete description of the classes being offered, visit www.trinityatlanta.org. [5]
Community Thanksgiving Service 6:30 pm The annual Community Thanksgiving Service will be held at Ahavath Achim Synagogue this evening. Please join us for this interfaith worship service gathering several local congregations together to express our collective gratitude to God. Our own senior pastor, the Rev. Pam Driesell, will be preaching, and the Rev. Erin McGee will be a liturgist. NEXT SUNDAY Sunday, November 29 Let Every Heart Prepare: Beginning with the End in Mind Psalm 25: 1-2, 4-6; Luke 21:25-36 Rev. Pam Driesell preaching 5th @ Five Service of Lament and Hope Sunday, November 29 5:00 pm, Dobbs Chapel Advent is a wonderful time to anticipate the arrival of God in our midst. Sometimes, however, the waiting can be hard especially when we remember a loss or are overwhelmed with the pain of the world. Come experience a worship service exploring the full expression of our Christian sorrow and our longing for hope. We will share Communion and light candles for loved ones and for those across the globe who are suffering. Casual attire is encouraged. Child care provided. GATHER JOYFULLY CONGREGATIONAL LIFE Thursday Night Supper Thursday, December 3 5:45 pm, Williams Hall Menu: fried chicken, mashed potatoes, broccoli, mixed fruit, salad, cookies Thursday Night Supper will not be held on November 26. Join us next Thursday and gather around the table in Williams Hall to share joy, food, and fellowship. Meals are prepared from scratch, using fresh ingredients. Cost is $7 per adult, $4 per child. If you would like to join us in sharing supper with our Agape children, please contact Ginni Festa at ginnif8285@gmail.com. Reservations: www.trinityatlanta.org or 404-237-6491 Men s Breakfast Friday, November 27 The Men of Trinity will not meet this week in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Join us next Friday, December 4, at 7:27 am. CHILDREN AND FAMILIES Advent Sunday School Sunday, December 6 9:45 am On December 6, families are invited to the annual CFM Families Advent Sunday School. Come and create special remembrances and learn about ways to celebrate the Advent season at home. Watch your email for more details. Contact: Rev. Erin McGee, emcgee@trinityatlanta.org. YOUNG ADULTS Faith and Fellowship Sundays 9:45 am, C105 Faith and Fellowship is now meeting in the hustle and bustle of morning Church School! Join us at 9:45 in the Groom s Room (across from the Chapel). Chris Holmes is helping us explore how reading can transform who we are in Christ. See you there for coffee, snacks, and good conversation! College Break Tuesday, November 24 Are you back in town for Thanksgiving break? Join us for lunch at the Buckhead Flying Biscuit on Tuesday, November 24, at 11:30. RSVP: Jenelle, jholmes@trinityatlanta.org, or Olivia, opatterson@trinityatlanta.org [6]
Star Wars Movie Night Friday, December 18 8:30 pm, Atlantic Station Start off the Christmas holidays with...star Wars. We ve got a limited number of tickets to see The Force Awakens on Friday, December 18, at 8:30pm, Atlantic Station. Email Jenelle if you re interested, jholmes@ trinityatlanta.org SENIOR ADULTS Christmas with the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Saturday, December 12 2:00 pm, Symphony Hall Cost: $35 per person Over 400 musicians and singers take part in a wondrous interpretation of the four-part story of Christmas. Space is limited. To secure a place, make your check payable to Trinity Presbyterian Church with ASO on the memo line. Mail to Trinity Church, Attn: Senior Adults ASO Concert. The church bus will depart from the Trinity parking lot at 1:00 PM (no lunch) YOUTH welcome intentionally Presbyterian Youth Connection Sunday, November 22 5:00 pm, Youth Choir 6:00 pm, Youth Supper 6:30 pm, PYC Tonight after Youth Supper, junior and senior high will split for fellowship and games. We will not have PYC next Sunday; enjoy your Thanksgiving Break! Meet and Greet Andrew Esqueda Sunday, December 6 5:00-6:00 pm, Youth Lounge All parents of youth are invited to come meet new youth director, Andrew Esqueda, on December 6 in the Youth Lounge from 5-6 pm. learn purposefully ADULTS Awakening Wednesdays 7-8:15 am, A116 Did you know that Jesus s most frequent command was to stay awake/keep watch? Awaken with this stimulating discussion group each Wednesday morning. This fall the group will start with Marcus Borg s The Heart of Christianity. Join the conversation! All-Church Class - Advent Windows Sunday, November 29 9:45 am Come as we open some of the windows enriching our experience of Advent on Sunday, November 29, in Williams Hall, the first Sunday of Advent. Led by Bettye Sue Wright and John Ryan, we will discover windows revealing Advent through music, art, poetry, and dance, and how they interact with the scripture and tell the advent story. SPIRITUAL FORMATION Advent Day of Quiet Saturday, December 5 9:30 am - 1:00 pm Cost: $5 for lunch Join the Trinity community for a morning of quiet preparation at the beginning of Advent. We will participate in spiritual practices meant to quiet our hearts and open them up to God s work in the world. Child care provided. Register: www.trinityatlanta.org/register-now [7]
serve wholeheartedly MISSION Christmas Market Volunteers Needed! Once again, the Trinity Christmas Market will be held in the Gym for two consecutive Sundays, December 6 and 13, 9:30am- 1:30 pm. There will be all types of gifts for giving to everyone on your holiday list: ornaments, coffee, soup mixes, and everyone s favorite, olive oil! And of course there will be our Gifts for Good items to directly support specific projects in our various global mission communities. All monies raised go directly to Trinity s Global Missions. If you would be interested in volunteering to help with this fun event, please contact Allison Hall at allisonhall@att.net. Journey Shelter Join in God s transformative work through Journey by preparing a meal for 30 men at Journey Night Shelter. All ages are welcome to serve! Volunteers should arrive with a prepared meal at Journey (Druid Hills Presbyterian Church) at 6:45pm in order to serve dinner at 7:00pm. The remaining dates for 2015 are November 26 (Thanksgiving Day), November 30, and December 24. Contact: Marcy Clerveaux, mclerveaux@ trinityatlanta.org Journey Shelter Celebration Join us for food, fun, and cocktails to benefit Journey Men s Shelter! Help us celebrate the work and spirit of beloved Presbyterian Belle Miller McMaster and learn more about Journey Men s Shelter s (Druid Hills Night Shelter) residents and their road to recovery. Join us on Thursday, December 3, at 7:00 p.m. at The Highland Inn Ballroom. Please register or give a sponsorship in honor of Journey s work at http://tinyurl.com/celebratebelle, or contact Rebecca Arayan at 404-316-5305 or development@journeyshelter.org. Christmas Toy Drive Donation Deadlines BCM Joyous Toys: December 2 Agape Giving Tree: December 7 In the spirit of the holiday season, Trinity is sponsoring two toy drives benefiting the Agape Community Center and Buckhead Christian Ministry. The Agape Giving Trees are located in Williams Hall and Building D. Go by, choose a name, and help make Christmas a joyous time for the Agape children, seniors, and families. The BCM donation barrels will be located throughout the church. To see a list of suggested gift items, visit www.trinityatlanta.org. care compassionately FINDING SUPPORT Stephen Ministry Trinity s Stephen Ministry offers confidential, one-to-one Christian care to those who are experiencing difficult life circumstances. Stephen Ministers are available in Williams Hall following the worship service. Contact: Meredith Daniel at msdaniel@ bellsouth.net or 404-869-0025, or Marc Krause at 404-713-0629 or mtkphoto1@gmail.com. Pastoral Care To notify the church of illness, hospitalization, birth, death, or prayer request, contact Veronica Ridenhour at 404-495-8440, or vridenhour@ trinityatlanta.org. If you need pastoral care after church hours, page the pastor on call by dialing 404-237-6491. Counseling Counseling services at Trinity are available by appointment with Mary Lisa Henry, Ph.D., LCSW. Dr. Henry can be reached through her confidential voicemail at 404-869-3707. [8]
THIS WEEK GATHER JOYFULLY Sunday, November 22 8:45 am Worship 9:45 am Church School 11:00 am Worship 5:00 pm Youth Choir 6:00 pm Youth Supper 6:30 pm PYC 6:30 pm Community Thanksgiving Service Monday, November 23 9:00 am Visitation Committee Tuesday, November 24 8:30 am Yoga 10:00 am Introductory Tai Chi 11:00 am Tai Chi 4:00 pm Library Committee 6:00 pm Middling Dads 7:00 pm Chapter 3C-1 7:00 pm Chapter 3C-2 7:00 pm Men in Transition C 7:00 pm Men in Transition A Wednesday,November 25 7:00 am Awakening 10:00 am Spirituality of Aging A 12:30 pm Silent Meditation 8:00 pm AA Meeting Thursday, November 26 The church office is closed in observance of Thanksgiving. Friday, November 27 The church office is closed in observance of Thanksgiving. lead humbly STAFF The church office is open Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm Office: 404-237-6491 Direct: 404-495-8(extension) Pam Driesell: senior pastor ext. 421 pdriesell@trinityatlanta.org Jane Fahey: interim associate pastor ext. 429 jfahey@trinityatlanta.org Tom Farmer: pastoral associate for senior adult ministries ext. 438 tfarmer@trinityatlanta.org Richard Floyd: interim associate pastor ext. 436 rfloyd@trinityatlanta.org Jenelle Holmes: interim director of young adult ministries ext. 433 jholmes@trinityatlanta.org Norman Mackenzie: director of music and fine arts ext. 430 nmackenzie@trinityatlanta.org Erin McGee: associate pastor of children and family ministries ext. 448 emcgee@trinityatlanta.org Scott Morris: assistant organist, director of primary and junior choirs ext. 434 smorris@trinityatlanta.org John Ryan: interim director of adult education and engagement ext. 456 jryan@trinityatlanta.org Emeriti P.C. Enniss: theologian in residence emeritus Bettye Sue Wright: director of christian education emerita For a complete list of staff members, visit www. trinityatlanta.org. [9]
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 6 TH & 13 TH CHRISTMAS MARKET GYMNASIUM 9:30AM-1:30PM SHOP FOR HANDMADE ITEMS, FAIR-TRADE CHOCOLATE, COFFEE, OLIVE OIL, ARTWORK, ORNAMENTS, TRINITY MEMBER CRAFTS, AND BASKETS PROCEEDS GO TO TRINITY S MISSION PARTNERS [10]
Advent THE SEASON OF ADVENT GUIDE - WORSHIP & EVENTS Keep track of all the Advent worship, gatherings, and events at Trinity. Pick up a copy of the Advent Guide, Let Every Heart Prepare, available throughout the church. ADVENT DEVOTIONAL GUIDE The Advent Devotional Guide is available online at www.trinityatlanta.org. Members will recieve a printed copy by mail. Extra copies are available at the church office; supplies are limited. If you would like to receive the daily devotional by email, contact Esther Patrick at epatrick@trinityatlanta.org. [11]
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