SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY November 1, 2015 ALL SAINTS DAY 23 rd Sunday after Pentecost 8:30 and 11:00 a.m. (LARGE PRINT BULLETINS, PEW BIBLES AND ASSISTED LISTENING DEVICES ARE AVAILABLE FROM OUR USHERS) *Please stand, if able. GATHERING AS THE PEOPLE OF GOD GREETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Janet Winslow Fearless Giving (8:30) Craig Fabian (11:00) Phyllis Smith The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you. PRELUDE Kingfold Suite Aria David Dahl Steve Henley (11:00) Acolyte, Jillian Peace / Cross Bearer, Dana Peace INTROIT As a Chalice Cast of Gold Carol Doran *INVITATION TO WORSHIP (8:30) Barbara Gregory (11:00) Elaine Ogburn All good gifts are sent from heaven above, so we thank our God For joy in living And patience in trouble; For rainbows after clouds And moonlight on the darkest night; For wisdom to walk the right path And peace to calm anxious worry. All good gifts are sent from heaven above. Let us worship our generous God. *SONG OF PRAISE How Firm a Foundation Number 463 PRAYER OF CONFESSION O God, like the rich young man, we are fearful of releasing the wealth we know for the wealth we cannot see. Forgive us. But like the widow and her mite, we long to give you all that we are, all that we have, all that we could be. Empower us. O God, who seeks and searches for us, like the woman and her coin, keep us focused upon what is most important in life, that our seeking after real life may not be lost in taking, but found in giving. (A moment of personal reflection) PRAYER RESPONSE Do Not Be Afraid Sally Ann Morris *ASSURANCE OF GOD S LOVING FORGIVENESS God calls to each one of us throughout our lives saying, "Do not be afraid. I am with you." God offers deliverance and forgiveness to all who believe. Praise be to God. *GLORIA PATRI Glory Be to the Father Number 581 HEARING GOD S WORD CHILDREN S CONVERSATION (11:00) Rachel Mastin Young children may leave for the Godly Play program following the conversation. THE WORD IN MUSIC Give Thanks to God on High for Saints of Other Days - K. Lee Scott SCRIPTURE READINGS Philippians 4: 10-14, Luke 21: 1-4 The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God! SERMON Is Jesus' Story Our Story? OUR OFFERING RESPONDING WITH GRATITUDE AND FAITH A MUSICAL OFFERING Zarah Brock, Soprano Soloist Pie Jesu (Grant Them Eternal Rest) John Rutter INVITATION TO THE LORD S TABLE THE GREAT PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING and THE LORD S PRAYER The Lord of saints and sinners be with you! And also with you! People of God, lift up your hearts. We lift them to the God who welcomes us at this table. Let us give thanks to the Lord, our God. We offer our prayers of thanksgiving to the One who delivers us.
we join our voices with the saints of all times and places in singing your glory: Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, Heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest. Hosanna in the highest. we tell others of that mystery we call faith: Christ died, so we might have life; Christ arose, so we might have hope of resurrection; Christ will come again to unite us with the saints. Hear us, now, as we pray as Christ taught us 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. COMMUNION OF THE PEOPLE COMMEMORATION OF THE SAINTS IN OUR LIVES Today, we stand beside saints in the making. Yesterday, we stood by those who now live as saints in the light. Tomorrow, may be our turn to take our place among them. While we live, we live to the Lord. When we die, we die to the Lord. So then, whether we live or whether we die, we are the Lord's! *SONG OF DEDICATION For All the Saints Number 326 *BLESSING *BENEDICTION RESPONSE O Lord, Support Us All the Day Long Carl Schalk *POSTLUDE Improvisation on For All the Saints S. Henley 9201 W. Huguenot Rd. * North Chesterfield, VA 23235 * (804)272-7514 Fax (804) 272-9752 * E-mail: office@bonairpc.org Visit our website: www.bonairpc.org Rev. Dr. Janet Winslow, Pastor Rachel Mastin, MDiv, Pastoral Assistant Stephen E. Henley, Director of Music Brenda M. Norton, Office Manager Jennifer Smouse, Preschool Director Dwayne L. Williams, Sexton
Philippians 4: 10-14 SCRIPTURE READING 10 I rejoice in the Lord greatly that now at last you have revived your concern for me; indeed, you were concerned for me, but had no opportunity to show it. 11 Not that I am referring to being in need; for I have learned to be content with whatever I have. 12 I know what it is to have little, and I know what it is to have plenty. In any and all circumstances I have learned the secret of being well-fed and of going hungry, of having plenty and of being in need. 13 I can do all things through him who strengthens me. 14 In any case, it was kind of you to share my distress. Luke 21: 1-4 He looked up and saw rich people putting their gifts into the treasury; 2 he also saw a poor widow put in two small copper coins. 3 He said, Truly I tell you, this poor widow has put in more than all of them; 4 for all of them have contributed out of their abundance, but she out of her poverty has put in all she had to live on. REMEMBERING THE SAINTS As you prepare for worship on this All Saints Sunday, give special thanks for those particular saints who are directly responsible for your commitment to the Lordship of Jesus Christ. Remember how they modeled Christian discipleship in your lives by their love. Today, we remember: Claire Dixon, Russ Wilson, Louise Rush, Hertha Rogers, Edward Jones, Marjorie Hephner. For all the saints who went before us, who have spoken to our hearts and touched us with your grace, we thank you, dear Lord. PREPARING FOR THE END OF LIFE Talking with family members and making initial plans for the end of our lives is an important step and precious gift we give our family members. A new and updated booklet with information and guidance is available in the Narthex. Songs & lyrics reprinted under CCLI License #11023707 WELCOME! We re glad you joined us for worship today. We are a diverse and engaging community of faith seeking and serving Christ to make a difference. We pray that you experience Christ s presence in our midst and that his presence will sustain you in the week ahead. CHILDREN ARE WELCOME IN WORSHIP! Activity bags are available for children from an usher. Childcare for infants through 2 year olds is available in our nursery. An usher will be glad to direct you. During the 11:00 service, following the Conversation with Children, young children are welcome to go to the Preschool Block Room for Godly Play. THE FLOWERS IN THE SANCTUARY TODAY are given by Gloria Myers to the glory of God are in memory of her mother, Louise Meddaugh. THE SACRAMENT OF COMMUNION is celebrated today. All who profess Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior are welcome to join in this feast. The Communion trays contain both wine and grape juice. Non-alcoholic juice is in the outer rings. For gluten, wheat, dairy & corn allergies, as well as vegan preferences, please see an usher to receive an appropriate wafer. Following worship, empty cups may be placed in the receptacles at the back of the sanctuary. PRAYER REQUESTS - We welcome requests for particular joys or concerns to be included in the Great Prayer of Thanksgiving. Prayer Request Cards may be received from an usher and placed in the basket in the Narthex before the service. BAINBRIDGE COMMUNITY CENTER FOOD PANTRY - Non-perishable food items may be placed in the cart at the front of the sanctuary. Food items are collected on the first Sunday of each month in support of this local food pantry. 5 -A-MEAL CONTRIBUTIONS support ministries to hungry people, locally and throughout the Mid-Atlantic, through the Presbytery of the James. Please place your donation in the designated basket at the back of the sanctuary. FAIRLY TRADED COFFEE AND CHOCOLATE is on sale today in the church office foyer following the service. SUNDAY CHRISTIAN EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES ALL CHILDREN AND YOUTH: Rehearsing for the Christmas Pageant with Mrs. Houghton at 9:35 a.m., then continue on to classes listed below at 10:00 a.m. PRESCHOOL (2-4 years) - Growing in Grace and Gratitude in the Preschool Block Room. PRIMARY- Learning about Moses with Puppets! YOUTH Thoughtful Christian (music), Enchanted. In the youth rooms. ADULT ED BEGINS AT 9:45AM Getting to Know David, Jonah, and James in Rooms 101-103. The Book of Acts in Room 104.
CROP WALK TODAY! The youth, and anyone who wants to join them, will be participating in the Chesterfield County Crop Walk this afternoon! We ll meet at the church at 1pm, head to Brandermill Church around 1:15pm and the walk starts at 2pm! We will be accepting donations in the lobby outside the office after each service today! LAST DAY TO SUBMIT THOSE SPECIAL FAMILY HOLIDAY TRADITIONS. Share one with the congregation by writing a couple of simple paragraphs (no more than 250 words) describing a family Christmas tradition or memory. E-mail it to Pastor Janet, pastorjanet@bonairpc.org, or bring it to the church office so it may be included in our Advent devotional booklet. THE MITTEN TURKEY HAS RETURNED! Help decorate our turkey with scarves, hats, and mittens and help Chesterfield County Christmas Mother share warmth with those in need. SALVATION ARMY CHRISTMAS STOCKINGS are available in the office foyer. Please pick-up a header and instruction sheet with each stocking. Filled stockings must be returned by December 2. THE PRESCHOOL IS HOSTING A PARENT COFFEE Thursday, November 5, at 10:00 a.m. discussing Grief and Gratitude. Our speaker is a counselor and former preschool parent. Please feel free to join us for discussion in Room 104. SECOND SUNDAY SOUTH OF THE JAMES CONCERT Next Sunday, November 8, at 4:00 p.m., a men s a cappalo chorus, Soundworks, performs at Bon Air Presbyterian Church! All are welcome. A free will offering will be taken. JOIN US IN SUPPORTING OUR PRESCHOOL at our annual book fair! Shop in the preschool, November 10-12, 9:30-11:00 a.m., OR in the bbgb store in Carytown, November 10-16. Bbgb books gives back 15% of sales to our preschool! WHAT DO WE DO WITH A STRANGER? A Conversation about Immigration Sunday, November 15, at 2:00 p.m. we will host this community forum sponsored by the Presbytery of the James and the Virginia Interfaith Center for Public Policy. LET US DO THE COOKING! Wednesday Night Dinner starts at 6:15 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. Cost is $5.00/adult and $3.00/child with a family cap of $20.00. Sign-up on the Fellowship Division Board or call the church office by 3:00 p.m. on Monday. Reminder: if you are on the permanent list and are unable to come to dinner, you need to call the church office by 3:00 p.m. on Monday. THIS WEEK AT BON AIR PRES. (November 1-8) Sunday ALL SAINTS SUNDAY 8:30 a.m. Communion Service (Sanctuary) 9:45 a.m. Sunday School and Adult Education 11:00 a.m. Communion Service (Sanctuary) 1:00 p.m. Youth (CROP Walk) 4:00 p.m. Prayer Group (Sanctuary) Monday 8:30 a.m. Friendship Café (Beck Room) 9:30 a.m. Yoga (Room 101-103) 6:00 p.m. Cub Scouts (Beck Room/Lobby) 7:00 p.m. Prime Time Circle (Parlor) 7:15 p.m. Walk Away the Pounds (Room 101-103) Tuesday 8:30 a.m. Friendship Café (Beck Room) 5:00 p.m. DaCapo (Room 208-210) 5:30 p.m. AA (Fellowship Hall & Room 101-103) 6:00 p.m. GenChat - Genealogy Group (Beck Room) Wednesday 12:30 p.m. Staff Meeting (Library) 6:15 p.m. Dinner (Fellowship Hall) 6:45 p.m. Chancel Ringers (Sanctuary) 7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir (Choir Room) Thursday 8:30 a.m. Friendship Café (Beck Room) 10:00 a.m. Preschool Parent Coffee (Room 104) 6:00 p.m. Yoga (Room 101-103) 6:00 p.m. Girl Scouts (Rooms 403 & 405) 7:00 p.m. Fellowship Division (Library) 7:15 p.m. Walk Away the Pounds (Room 101-103) Friday 5:30 p.m. AA (Fellowship Hall & Room 101-103) Next Sunday STEWARDSHIP COMMITMENT SUNDAY 8:30 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary) 9:45 a.m. Sunday School and Adult Education 11:00 a.m. Worship Service (Sanctuary) 4:00 p.m. Second Sunday South of the James Concert (Sanctuary) 5:00 p.m. Youth (Youth Rooms) 7:00 p.m. Session (Room 101-103) Please let us know that you are here today! During the service, please sign the blue friendship pad and let us know that you are worshiping with us today.
FEARLESS GIVING FEARLESS GIVING Many people today are afraid to give because they fear that they will outlive their resources. A few years ago, an eighty year-old woman with assets in the multimillion-dollar range was asked to make a six-figure gift to a ministry. She declined, stating that she did not want to make such a large commitment at her age because she did not know if she would outlive her financial assets. Interestingly, the widow that Jesus speaks of in Luke 21:1-4 knew exactly how much she had to live on. We do not know her age, but we do know that she gave one hundred percent of her financial assets. She knew doing so would immediately put her in a situation where she was then outliving her resources. But she gave anyway! If we fear that we will outlive our resources, are we not making a statement about our faith in God to care for us? Do we not trust the God whose eye is on the sparrow, who clothes the lilies of the field? Do we choose not to believe Jesus when he tells us not to worry? Do we dare take God at his word when challenged to bring the full tithe into the storehouse and see if God will provide in abundance so that we will not have need? Do we really believe that Jesus came to give us life in abundance? Or not? As you worship today and throughout this week, think about your relationship to God regarding trust. Are there areas of your life in which you need to increase your trust in God? Is your management of your finances one of them? Next Sunday, November 8, is Stewardship Commitment Sunday. Please remember to bring your completed 2016 pledge card to the service you attend. Many people today are afraid to give because they fear that they will outlive their resources. A few years ago, an eighty year-old woman with assets in the multimillion-dollar range was asked to make a six-figure gift to a ministry. She declined, stating that she did not want to make such a large commitment at her age because she did not know if she would outlive her financial assets. Interestingly, the widow that Jesus speaks of in Luke 21:1-4 knew exactly how much she had to live on. We do not know her age, but we do know that she gave one hundred percent of her financial assets. She knew doing so would immediately put her in a situation where she was then outliving her resources. But she gave anyway! If we fear that we will outlive our resources, are we not making a statement about our faith in God to care for us? Do we not trust the God whose eye is on the sparrow, who clothes the lilies of the field? Do we choose not to believe Jesus when he tells us not to worry? Do we dare take God at his word when challenged to bring the full tithe into the storehouse and see if God will provide in abundance so that we will not have need? Do we really believe that Jesus came to give us life in abundance? Or not? As you worship today and throughout this week, think about your relationship to God regarding trust. Are there areas of your life in which you need to increase your trust in God? Is your management of your finances one of them? Next Sunday, November 8, is Stewardship Commitment Sunday. Please remember to bring your completed 2016 pledge card to the service you attend.