F RE E LY you have received... We are so happy you are worshiping with us today! If you have questions or need any assistance, please see an Usher. Assistance Hearing Devices are available from an usher. To activate the LOOP HEARING SYSTEM please turn your hearing aid to T-coil. The Family Worship Viewing Room (off the Narthex) is available for nursing moms and those with special needs. Children, K-5th grade may attend Church School following the Children s Sermon. Youth meet on the 2nd and 4th Sundays. A Nursery is available in the Christian Education Building for children under the age of 5 yrs. Please note on the prayer card or call the office (941-778-0414) if you or someone you know would like a Pastoral Visit or is in the hospital. PASTOR Rev. Dr. Robert O Keef 910-580-7359 ASSOCIATE PASTOR Rev. Neil Crowell 980-521-7129 Ma tthew 10:8 DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES Kristen Stanton 1 COMMUNITY CHURCH MORNING WORSHIP 8:30 AM & 10:00 AM January 29, 2017 4th Sunday after the Epiphany An asterisk (*) indicates when those who are able will stand. CHIMING OF THE TRINITY A time to quiet our hearts, minds and voices in preparation for worship. Please fill out your prayer request cards at this time to be handed to the ushers later in the service. PRELUDE Versets on Aurelia Currie SIGNING OF FRIENDSHIP REGISTER Please sign the Friendship Register with your name and address for our records of attendance and pass along to your pew mates. *CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP (Unison) This is the day, this is the day that the Lord has made, That the Lord has made; We will rejoice, we will rejoice and be glad in it, and be glad in it. This is the day that the Lord has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it. This is the day, this is the day that the Lord has made. *HYMN OF PRAISE For the Beauty of the Earth No. 353 *PRAYER OF ADORATION (Unison) O Christ, you lived among us to bless us, died to bless us, rose to bless us, ascended to heaven to bless us, took your throne to bless us, and now you reign to be a blessing to us. May every thought of our minds, every word of our lips, every step of our feet, and every deed of our hands bring honor and glory to you for the blessings that you bring to us! Amen. GREETING ONE ANOTHER IN CHRISTIAN LOVE CALL TO PRAYER Lord, Listen To Your Children Praying Medema (Your prayer request cards will be collected by the ushers.) (Minister)... In your steadfast love and mercy, (People)... Hear our prayers, O God. SILENT PRAYER PASTORAL PRAYER THE LORD S PRAYER (Unison) 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.
ACOLYTE Tuna McCracken DEACON OF THE MONTH Sandy Dahl MISSION OF THE MONTH Hope Seeds SOUND DIRECTOR Alan Ward SOUND TECHNICIAN Michael Jennis NURSERY LEADER Lisa Lardas SUNDAY CUSTODIAN Jim Webb FACILITIES ADMINISTRATOR Charles Wade FINANCIAL ADMINISTRATOR Matt Meehan CHURCH SECRETARY Cyndy Custis MEDIA FACILITATOR Bev Hunsberger The flowers on the altar this morning are given to the glory of God: In remembrance and love of parents, from Dee & Tom O Brien. In celebration of the birth of our grandson, Alexander Edward Hopkins, from Jill & Mark Morris. NEED TRANSPORTATION? If you would like to ride the van to the 10:00 AM Sunday Worship service, please call the Church office at 941-778-0414. HOW ARE WE DOING? YTD Attendance 2016-1652 2017-1523 YTD Expenses - $19,333 YTD Contributions 2016 - $34,874 2017 - $31,336 YTD Use of Cash Received ANTHEM 10:00 Somebody s Knockin Spiritual/arr. Berg Joyful Noise Choir, Phyllis O Keef - piano CHILDREN S SERMON Mission Moment THE GIVING OF GOD S TITHES AND OUR OFFERINGS Hope Seeds OFFERTORY ANTHEM Blest Are They Haas Marc Deur, soloist *DOXOLOGY Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow No. 809 Praise God from whom all blessings flow; praise Him, all creatures here below; praise Him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen. *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH The Apostle s Creed (Unison) I 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 Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried; the third day He rose from the dead; He ascended into Heaven, and sitteth at the right hand of God, the Father almighty; from thence He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting. Amen. SCRIPTURE READING Mark 10: 46-52 Then they came to Jericho. As Jesus and his disciples, together with a large crowd, were leaving the city, a blind man, Bartimaeus (which means son of Timaeus ), was sitting by the roadside begging. When he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to shout, Jesus, Son of David, have mercy on me! Many rebuked him and told him to be quiet, but he shouted all the more, Son of David, have mercy on me! Jesus stopped and said, Call him. So they called to the blind man, Cheer up! On your feet! He s calling you. Throwing his cloak aside, he jumped to his feet and came to Jesus. What do you want me to do for you? Jesus asked him. The blind man said, Rabbi, I want to see. Go, said Jesus, your faith has healed you. Immediately he received his sight and followed Jesus along the road. (Leader)... The word of God for the people of God. (People)... Thanks be to God. SERMON TO SEE, AGAIN Dr. Bob O Keef STEWARDSHIP CONSECRATION CALL TO DISCIPLESHIP *HYMN OF DEDICATION When We All Get To Heaven No. 679 BENEDICTION THE ROSER MOTTO: We agree to differ... We resolve to love... We unite to serve... Benediction Response Grant us wisdom, grant us courage, serving you whom we adore, serving you whom we adore! POSTLUDE Voluntary in C Anonymous 2
Matthew 10:8 F RE E LY you have received, F RE E LY GIVE HOPE SEEDS Mission of the Month PLANT A SEED! FEED A SOUL! Hope Seeds is a Christian charitable organization that provides seeds and agricultural support to missionaries and mission teams around the World. The seed is packaged in small zip-lock packets of ten varieties and species chosen for the climate and culture of the nation they are being sent to free of charge. Ann Jones By supporting this mission with your donations you have the opportunity to not only share seed for gardens but also share seed for the Gospel. To donate to the Mission of the Month, please use the envelope in the pew or go to GIVE online at www.roserchurch.com. 2017 CONCERT SERIES BOB MILNE: Boogie-Woogie TODAY 4:00 PM Doors open at 3:00 Free-will offering PIANO AT ITS BEST! Bob Milne has to be seen to be believed. He has been filmed and documented by the Library of Congress for unusual musical abilities and is referred to as a national treasure. Performing over 200 times per year, he is rated among the top ragtime players in all of history. & ragtime Milne will present a program of ragtime and boogie-woogie with historical narratives woven throughout. He is likely to insert anything else, such as light classical or country-western. With no set program, in his words, he just begins. Milne can play multiple complex rhythms simultaneously while carrying on a conversation, lecturing on ragtime music, and cracking jokes. He has a four-track mind he can mentally play up to 4 symphonies in his head simultaneously according to Penn State neuroscientist Kerstin Bettermann. Milne can play in three different time signatures at once 3/4, 4/4, and 5/4 time, playing one on his left hand, another with the thumb of his right hand, and the last with the rest of his right hand. Since childhood, Milne has had the prodigy-like ability to hear any musical score and replicate it on the keys. Once Milne hears a song, he remembers every note, whether it s a ragtime song or a Beethoven symphony. I ve never practiced piano a day in my life, he says. I always thought everyone could just play like this. 3 THIS WEEK AT ROSER SUNDAY January 29 Our Daily Bread...Pg 5 CONSECRATION OF PLEDGES Mission Moment Hope Seeds..Pg 3 8:30 Worship Service...S 8:45 Adult Class...FH 9:00 Adult Book Study....Pg 4 10:00 Worship Service...S MUSIC: Joyful Noise Children s Choir 10:00 Church School... CD 4:00 CONCERT SERIES...Pg 3 Bob Milne - Boogie-Woogie Piano MONDAY January 30 12:00 Bridge...FH 7:30 AA & Alanon...FH & LB TUESDAY January 31 9:00 Volunteer Workday 9:30 Boomer Bootcamp...Pg 5 9:30-2:00 Thrift Shop...Pg 7 11:00 Staff Meeting 2:00 Tues@2 Women s Study...Pg 6 3:15 Joyful Noise Rehearsal...CM 5:30 TERRIFIC TUESDAY...Pg 4 WEDNESDAY February 1 9:00-11:00 Thrift Shop Donations...Pg 7 9:30 Rebecca Circle...Pg 7 9:30 Roser-Robics...Pg 5 2:45 Golfing for God...Pg 6 THURSDAY February 2 9:30 Boomer Bootcamp...Pg 5 9:30-2:00 Thrift Shop Open...Pg 7 10:30 AA Meditation... CD 5:45 Roser Ringers Rehearsal...S 7:00 Chancel Choir Rehearsal...S 7:30 AA & Alanon...FH & LB FRIDAY February 3 9:30 Roser-Robics...Pg 5 9:30-2:00 Thrift Shop Open...Pg 7 10:00 Church Women United... Pg 7 11:00 THE DANIEL PLAN...FH SATURDAY February 4 10:00-1:00 Thrift Shop Open...Pg 7 SUNDAY February 5 COMMUNION SUNDAY 8:30 - served in the pews 10:00 - served by intinction 8:30 Worship Service...S 8:45 Adult Class...FH 9:00 Adult Book Study....Pg 4 10:00 Worship Service...S 10:00 Church School... CD 11:30 Light Lunch and Annual Congregational Meeting...Pg 6 ROOM KEY CB - Classroom B, CD - Classroom D, CM - Colman, FH - Fellowship Hall, LB - Library, S - Sanctuary
YOU ARE INVITED Join the BOOK STUDY GROUP in our new study of Henri Nouwen s The Return of the Prodigal Son. This Story of Homecoming teaches us acceptance and reconciliation. We meet SUNDAYS at 9:00 AM in the Roser Library, adjacent to the Fellowship Hall. Early church participants are welcome! Copies of the book are available online from Books a Million (may be available locally) and Amazon. For additional information contact Doug DeLong or call the church office (941-778-0414). Birthdays JANUARY 29 Nico Altizer 29 Don Mateer FEBRUARY 5 Janice Williams 6 Leslie Atkins 6 Nell Bergstrom 7 Craig Altizer 10 BJ Love-Rosche 12 Lyle Kuhlmann 12 Gloria LaDue 15 Dale Hudson 15 Drew Hyman 15 Phyllis O Keef 16 Betty Gilmore 16 Mary Selby 17 Howard Williams 19 Chuck Tencate 22 Charlotte Mann 23 Lewis Bartow 23 Pat Storey 24 Mike Meehan 25 Betty Giddens If your birthday is not listed or is incorrect, please call the office (941-778-0414) or email info@roserchurch.com Terrific Tuesdays www.roserchurch.com/terrific-tuesdays 5:30-6:15 PM MEAL $6 per person, or $15 per family (whichever is cheapest). Kids under 5 eat free. MENU JAN 31: Southern ADULTS - CHOICE ONE THE WAY OF THE MASTER Taught by Gary Kistler The Way of the Master gives light to an almost forgotten BIBLICAL KEY that has power to unlock the door of the HUMAN HEART. This is the proven and effective way of making the gospel make sense to the unsaved. It is so rooted in the Scriptures, once you see it, you will forever wonder how you could have missed it. It is the biblical principle of bypassing the intellect (the place of argument) and speaking directly to conscience (the place of the knowledge of right and wrong) the way Jesus did. ADULTS - CHOICE TWO WHY WE BELIEVE WHAT WE BELIEVE Taught by Dr. Bob O Keef A 14 Week Study of CHRISTIAN BELIEFS from a BIBLICAL PERSPECTIVE Jan 31 Providence Feb 1 Humans Made in the Image of God Feb 7 Sin Write TT next to your name on the attendance pad, call the office (941-778- 0414) or register online. If you signed up for every week, then you don t have to register! 6:15-7:30 PM CLASSES FOR ALL AGES ADULTS - CHOICE THREE FINANCIAL PEACE UNIVERSITY Taught by Rev. Neil Crowell LIVING and LEAVING A LEGACY Learn how to grow your money, manage it responsibly and share it to impact the world. This biblically-based class will lead you deeper into investing, basic estate planning, purposeful living, safeguarding your legacy, and discovering the keys to generational wealth and true generosity. A NURSERY will be provided for infants and toddlers. KIDS 3yrs-5th Grade LESSON + JOYFUL NOISE An evening version! YOUTH 6-12 GRADE HOW TO WALK WITH GOD QUESTIONS: Contact Neil (980) 521-7129 or neil@roserchurch.com 4
Boomer Bootcamp 9:30 AM Tuesdays & Thursdays IN THE FELLOWSHIP HALL This exercise class caters exclusively to Baby Boomers and offers high and low impact options. The class is more advanced than a chair-based class but not programmed for a 20-year old. Each class will consist of fat-burning aerobics, muscle pumping strength activities, fun balance challenges, and nutrition coaching to help you reach all your goals. THE COST: Individual Class $15 5 Classes $65 10 Classes $100 Scholarships are available for those in need. Contact Melissa at 330-990-0990 for more information. BRING: Hand weights Roser-Robics 9:30 AM Wednesdays & Fridays IN THE FELLOWSHIP HALL All ages and skill levels are welcome as variations are shown, including standing exercises to improve balance and flexibility. This chair-based exercise class is appropriate for older adults and those looking to lessen the impact on their joints. 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 says that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit... so let s glorify God, have fun, and move to the music through a variety of aerobic exercises designed to increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance all in the seated position! THE COST: Donation-based BRING: 2 cans of fruit of equal size and weight to be used for class activities. Cans may be donated to the Food Pantry at the end of each class. ABOUT THE INSTRUCTOR: Melissa Merkle, Co-founder of Boomers N Motion Health Coaching, developed a passion for fitness and nutrition when she was a young girl living in Akron, Ohio. Since that time, her passion has continued to grow stronger each day. Melissa became certified as an AFAA Group Exercise Instructor while attending Kent State University in 2002, and she later earned her Personal Trainer and Health Coach certifications through ACE. She has completed graduate coursework in Nutrition and Dietetics and has accumulated a vast array of experience in the fitness industry over the past 15 years. Melissa would love the opportunity to help you reach your health and wellness goals. For more information, visit boomersnmotion.com, call Melissa Merkle at 330-990- 0990 or send an email to coaches@boomersnmotion.com. 5 Hands On Missions Call the Church Office for contact information 941-778-0414. Join the Missions Committee Never a dull moment... we are growing adding programs and missionaries. If you have a passion for missions check us out! Contact: Mike Oney Our Daily Bread To help serve contact Ann Jones. This is a communitydriven organization that provides free daily meals to all who are hungry. Hot lunch is served to over 200 people a day, 7 days a week. Donations and stores of fruits are at an all-time low. Please bring donations of bags of fruit, apples, pears, oranges, etc. to the church office. Youth for Christ Volunteer, listen to the kids at club, bring food and drinks or money for food and drinks. Send a kid to camp it could change his/her eternal future. Contact: Gretchen Dorr or Mike Oney Jim Russo Prison Ministry Donations of towels, linen, and men s needs are welcomed. Contact: Mike Oney Roser Food Pantry Volunteer/donations Contact: Jack & Lynn Brennan Roser Thrift Store Volunteer/donations Contact: Peggy Nash Beth-El Farmworker Ministry Any and every donation helps the migrant workers. Contact: Mike Oney or Anne Morse Roser Women s Guild Can tabs, canceled stamps cut from envelope with 1/3 border, school box tops and labels for education can be left in the Women s Guild Box in the church office or given to Glenda Beck for AME.
Men of ROSER It s time to sing again! Seeking MALE VOICES who ENJOY SINGING to form a MEN S CHORUS on SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12 at both services. It is not necessary that you be able to read music to join us. We will rehearse on THURSDAY, FEB 9 from 7:00 to 7:30 PM in the Sanctuary. Please let Kristen know if you plan to attend (941-778-0414) or kristen@roserchurch.com). Music Notes Thurs Feb 9 7:00 Men s Chorus Rehearsal 7:30 Chancel Choir Rehearsal Sun Feb 12 8:30 & 10:00 Men s Chorus 8:30 & 10:00 Acoustic Combo 4:00 Sarasota String Quartet Thurs Feb 16 6:45 Spring Cantata rehearsals begin 8:00-8:30 Chancel Choir Sun Feb 19 8:30 & 10:00 Roser Ringers Sun Feb 26 10:00 Joyful Noise 4:00 The Wyndbreakers Duo Thurs March 23 6:30 Cantata Dress Rehearsal Sun March 26 8:30 & 10:00 Spring Cantata OUR FATHER A Journey Through the Lord s Prayer EASTER Sun Apr 16 8:30 & 10:00 Worship Services Sun Apr 23 4:00 Ring Sarasota WED FEB 1 IMG Academy, Bradenton Dinner & Bible Study 5:30 PM $20 Dinner & Bible Study + Clinic $40 Dinner & Bible Study + Golf 2:45 PM $35 9-hole scramble for all levels of golfers Register: Online, in the Narthex, call the office or go to www.roserchurch.com/golfing-for-god 6 TUES@2 TUESDAY, JANUARY 31 2:00 PM All ladies are invited to join us for this study of the book BE JOYFUL. Call the church office (941-778-0414) for more information. Even when things go wrong, you can have joy! Future dates: February 7, 21, March 7, 21 g4g GOLFING FOR GOD Dr. Bob O Keef is teaching through The Gospel of JOHN! The Gospel of John celebrates Jesus as the Word of God, the source of life, light, and truth. It is the most SPIRITUAL of the Gospels, and the most BEAUTIFULLY WRITTEN. Scenes of night and day are intended to help its readers move from DARKNESS to LIGHT. Only in the light of Christ that we can TRULY SEE, TRULY LIVE, and TRULY BE ALL THAT GOD WANTS US TO BE. THE ANNUAL MEETING of the Congregation SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 5 Following the 10:00 AM Worship Service Please join us for a light lunch in the Fellowship Hall. The meeting will follow lunch. Copies of the 2016 Annual Report are now available in the Narthex for your review prior to the meeting. Roser Valentine Dinner Enjoy a meal and music with your significant other! TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 14 5:30 PM in the Fellowship Hall MENU: STEAK, BAKED POTATO, SALAD, AND DESSERT Cost is $6 per person and limited to the first 150 people. *If you would like to reserve a seat, please put a V beside your name. (Regular participants of Terrific Tuesday need to sign up also).
The Roser Guild Call the office or email info@roserchurch.com for contact information. CHURCH WOMEN UNITED 9:30 AM FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3 At Pathways Christian Fellowship 329 6th Avenue West Bradenton Contact Peggy Nash for more information and to make transportation arrangements or call the church office (941-778-0414). JOY Just Older Youth WED FEB 8 11:00 AM Bring your brown bag lunch and join us on a trip to SOUTH AFRICA! Dianne and Doug DeLong will tell about their recent trip there. Come and be a part of their exciting adventure! Also, we will start sign ups for our Feb 22 Field Trip to the Sheriff s Ranch. We will travel by church bus or carpool, enjoy our brown bag lunches picnic style at the ranch and take a tour of the facilities. Please plan on joining JOY for these two events in February. REBECCA CIRCLE 9:30 AM WEDNESDAY, FEB 1 At the home of Cherrie Birkman HANNAH/LYDIA CIRCLE 9:30 AM MONDAY, FEB 6 In the Roser Library NAOMI CIRCLE 10:00 AM TUESDAY, FEB 7 at the home of Marian Valentine MIGRANT SEWING 9:30 AM MONDAY, FEB 13 & 27 In Fellowship Hall MARK YOUR CALENDAR The Guild s Valentine s Tea will be held on Tuesday, February 14 at 1:00 PM. The February program will be provided by the Roser Migrant Quilting Group and will include a quilt making demonstration. Hannah/Lydia circle is in charge of arrangements. Thrift SHOP THE BEST BARGAINS IN TOWN across the street from the Chapel TUES, THURS & FRI: 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM SATURDAYS: 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM Donations are accepted on Wednesdays from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Special arrangements can be made for other times. Many thanks to our tireless volunteers and the friends whose donations are so important! Volunteers are always needed! To volunteer contact Peggy Nash. www.roserchurch.com/thrift-shop 7 Mark Your Calendar... Wed Feb 8 11:00 JOY (Just Older Youth)... Pg 7 Sun Feb 12 4:00 Concert Series...Pg 3 Tues Feb 14 Guild Valentine Tea...Pg 7 Wed Feb 15 2:45 Golfing for God... Pg 6 Sun Feb 19 8:30 & 10:00 Mission Fest...Pg 8 Wed Feb 22 9:30 Help Pack Hope Seeds...Pg 3 11:00 JOY (Just Older Youth)... Pg 7 Sat Feb 25 Pancake Breakfast Sun Feb 26 Concert Series...Pg 3 Wed Mar 8 2:45 Golfing for God... Pg 6 Sat Mar 25 Pancake Breakfast Sun Mar 26 Lenten Cantata...Pg 6 Wed Mar 29 2:45 Golfing for God... Pg 6
The COMMUNITY CHURCH MESSENGER 512 Pine Ave PO Box 247 Anna Maria FL 34216 941-778-0414 info@roserchurch.com www.roserchurch.com www.facebook.com/roserchurch SUN FEB 19 8:30 & 10:00 AM Mission Fest 2017 Meet ordinary people that serve the Lord as Missionaries and Volunteers Learn about world Missions Anna Maria to Africa Find out what you can do Right where you live! Enjoy Refreshments while you browse the booths To receive eupdates [BULLETIN & MESSENGER] please scan code above, sign up on the attendance pad or online at www. roserchurch.com/contact Please LIKE us on www. facebook.com/roserchurch and receive instant updates and photos. CHURCH COUNCIL MINUTES and Annual Report are available in the Narthex. THE BULLETIN DEADLINE is every Monday at Noon. Please send your submissions to bulletin@roserchurch.com. TO SCHEDULE AN EVENT check the online calendar at www.roserchurch.com/calendar then scroll down and complete the form or call the church office. Discovering God snext SUMMER LECTURE SERIES FEATURING REV. DR. MIKE SLAUGHTER JULY 30 Sunday 8:30 and 10:00 AM Worship Services TOPIC: Activate Faith DAILY SESSIONS 5:00-7:00 PM MEAL SERVED AT 7:00 PM JULY 31 The Passionate Church AUGUST 1 Discovering God s Next AUGUST 2 Activate Health and Healing COST $75 [$65 for Roser Members] includes meal, daily sessions and Mike s book: THE RENEGADE GOSPEL REGISTER www.roserchurch.com/next or with a check noting attendee name(s) For more information: Rev. Neil Crowell 980-521-7129 8 2017 Summer Speaker Series JULY 31 to AUG 2 STEPHEN MINISTERS Stephen Ministers want to be of service. They train for over 50 hours in basic counseling and ministry as well as actively participate in their own Christian growth and effective sharing with others. They know how to listen, provide perspective, maintain total confidence and privacy, and walk with you through turbulent times. Please call the Church office at 941-778-0414 or contact JoAnne Moyer if you or someone you know would like to have a Stephen Minister or train to become a Stephen Minister.