THE OLIN T. BINKLEY MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH THE REIGN OF CHRIST NOVEMBER 20, 2016
BECOMING AWARE Insofar as here and there, and now and then, God s kingly will is being done in various odd ways among us even at this moment, the Kingdom has come already. Insofar as all the odd ways we do God s will at this moment are at best half-baked and halfhearted, the Kingdom is still a long way off a hell of a long way off, to be more precise and theological ~Frederick Buechner, Wishful Thinking RINGING OF THE SANCTUS BELL Some traditions ring Sanctus Bells to call worshippers attention to the holy. (Sanctus means holy or sacred. ) Today, the Sanctus Bell rings to signify the holy around, among, and within us. PRELUDE Prelude in G Major, BWV 541 J.S. Bach INTROIT Gather Round Now arr. Billy Barnes Chorus: Gather round now, all God s children Come from east and come from west. All are welcome in God s presence, God s the one who knows us best. Grandma, Grandpa, little children, Jesus beckons to us all, be alert now, ye believers, for the sweet sound of his call. We are one body, here together, filled with hope and grateful praise. Hear our prayers now, precious Lord, and the soul-full songs we raise. THE EPISTLE LESSON & INVOCATION Colossians 1:11-20 * THE CALL TO WORSHIP One: In the image of Christ we are created; Many: In the spirit of Christ we are knit together. One: In the body of Christ we are reborn; Many: In the love of Christ we are reconciled. One: O Come, let us sing praise to God-- Many: Whose fullness in Christ was pleased to dwell, All: Whose fullness in us desires to live! * PROCESSIONAL HYMN Immortal, Invisible, 66 God Only Wise ST. DENIO * PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST One: The peace of Christ be with you! All: And also with you! Please greet one another with this ancient sign of welcome and extension of hospitality and peace.
* SONG OF PRAISE Gloria WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Please pass the Friendship Registers found on each row. Complete the requested information and then pass it back down the row. Thank you for worshipping with us at Binkley! CHILDREN S SERMON Stephanie Ford LISTENING THE GOSPEL LESSON Luke 23:33-43 One: This is the Gospel of Christ. Many: Thanks be to God. HEARING OUR KNOWN JOYS & CONCERNS Dale Osborne CALL TO PRAYER Jesus, Remember Me
THE MORNING PRAYER & OUR LORD S PRAYER Our Mother 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 sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever and ever. Amen. ANTHEM At the Name of Jesus Ralph Vaughan Williams At the name of Jesus every knee shall bow, every tongue confess him King of glory now; 'tis the Maker s pleasure we should call him Lord, who from the beginning was the mighty Word. At God s voice creation sprang at once to sight: all the angel faces, all the hosts of light, thrones and dominations, stars upon their way, all the heavenly orders in their great array. Humbled for a season, to receive a name from the lips of sinners, unto whom he came; faithfully he bore it spotless to the last, brought it back victorious when from death he passed; bore it up triumphant, with its human light, through all ranks of creatures, to the central height, to the throne of Godhead, to the Maker's breast, filled it with the glory of that perfect rest. Name him, Christians, name him, with love strong as death; but with awe and wonder, and with bated breath; He is God the Saviour, He is Christ the Lord; Ever to be worshipped, trusted, and adored. In your hearts enthrone him; there let him subdue all that is not holy, all that is not true. Look to him, your Savior, in temptations' hour; let his will enfold you in its light and power. Christians, this Lord Jesus shall return again, with his Maker's glory o'er the earth to reign; for all wreaths of empire meet upon his brow, and our hearts confess him King of glory now. SERMON Whose Reign? Marcus McFaul SILENT REFLECTION GIVING OFFERING OUR GIFTS OFFERTORY I Want Jesus to Walk With Me/ The Old Time Just a Closer Walk with Thee Gospel Band The texts are those of hymns 627 and 557. * DOXOLOGY Please sign with the leader or simply sing. LASST UNS ERFREUEN Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below, Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God above, ye heavenly host; Creator, Christ, and Holy Ghost. Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
* PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING * AN INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP Now Thank We All Our God 715 NUN DANKET If you wish to become a member of Binkley Baptist Church today, you are invited to come forward during the hymn to be welcomed and received. * RECEPTION AND INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS 341 * BLESSING & BENEDICTION * RESPONSE Amen from MASS OF WISDOM Steven R. Janco POSTLUDE Nun Danket alle Gott, Op. 65, No. 59 Sigfrid Karg-Elert Upon leaving the sanctuary, please be mindful of those choosing to use the postlude as their final act of worship. Guests, welcome! We are so glad you have chosen to worship with us today. Please leave us your information in the Friendship Register so we can get to know you better. The flowers on the communion table are given by Joe and Claudia Templeton in gratitude for Sue Schroeder and in remembrance of Erma Darnell, Claudia s mother, who would have turned 100 on November 14. Sue and Erma became fast friends thanks to Sue s faithful visits during the six years Erma lived in Chapel Hill. We are grateful for the musical gifts offered today by The Chancel Choir; The Old Time Gospel Band; Jenny Walters, flute; and Charles Higgs, organ. About today s guest organist: Charles Higgs is a native of Clarksville, Maryland. He holds a Bachelor of Music Degree in Organ Performance from Westminster Choir College in Princeton. He holds a Master's of Sacred Music from Mercer University in Macon, GA. His major professors were Ken Cowan, Diane Meredith Belcher, and Robert Parris. Upon graduation he was appointed Associate Organist at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Atlanta, where he served for nine years. Mr. Higgs was primary organist of the 2500 member congregation and was responsible for accompanying the chancel choir, directing the Junior Chorister Choir, and collaborating on weekly liturgy planning with the music staff and clergy. At present he holds an active studio teaching organ, piano, and serving as Assistant Organist at St. Jude's Roman Catholic Church, Atlanta. Hearing assistance devices and children s worship bags are available in the Narthex before service begins. Music reprinted by permission under OneLicense.net A-701712. Thank you for serving in the Nursery Jeanine Gangloff, Hser Ku, and Tay Nay Sar. * The Congregation standing as each is able.
WELCOME TO BINKLEY! Binkley Baptist Church is a community of faith on a journey that calls for questioning, humility and conviction. As followers of Jesus, we embrace spiritual growth, mutual care, and service, assured that as we serve our neighbors, we joyfully serve God. Intentionally inclusive, we welcome people of all races, sexual orientations, and cultures, respecting diverse religious experiences within the church and beyond. We invite others to join us in our commitment to peace, justice, and care for creation. In a spirit of Christian love, we welcome you. The mission of Binkley Baptist Church is building compassionate and joyful community, freely exploring spiritual paths, and pursuing justice and peace in the way of Jesus. THIS WEEK AT BINKLEY Sunday 11/20 8:45 am Early Worship Chapel 9:30 am Church School 11:00 am Worship: Marcus McFaul preaching Sanctuary 12:15 pm Alternative Gift Fair Fellowship Hall 5:00 pm Youth Choir Choir Room 6:00 pm Youth Group Sunroom/Lounge Monday 11/21 7:00 pm Adult Christian Formation Team Lounge 7:00 pm Church Council Choir Room Tuesday 11/22 10:30 am Daytime Book Group Library 1:00 pm Sermon Shaping Library Wednesday 11/23 Binkley serves lunch and dinner at IFC 3:00 pm Church offices closed Thursday 11/24 Church offices closed, Happy Thanksgiving! Friday 11/25 Church offices closed Sunday 11/27 9:30 am Church School 11:00 am Worship: Marcus McFaul preaching Sanctuary 5:00 pm Youth Choir Choir Room 6:00 pm Youth Group Sunroom/Lounge
YOU ARE INVITED TO ALTERNATIVE GIFT FAIR TODAY, Post-Worship, Fellowship Hall: The AGF is an opportunity for you to learn, share, and support the social gospel through your Christmas giftgiving. Non-profit groups from Chapel Hill and the surrounding area are invited to fill the fellowship hall with information and opportunities for your alternative Christmas shopping. Ever considered giving someone credit for a hive of honey bees for Christmas? Do you want to support the Binkley Preschool as you purchase holiday mountain greenery for your home? Would you like to send blankets and nutrition kits to refugees? These opportunities and more will be at the fair. See today s bulletin insert for a full list of participants. There will be food! Please bring cash or checkbook. Credit cards are generally not accepted by these organizations. VISIT FROM CLUB NOVA Nov. 27: Friends from Club Nova will be sharing with us briefly in 11:00 am Worship on Sunday, Nov. 27. Founded in 1987, Club Nova is an intentional community in Carrboro for people living with serious mental illness. After the service, you are invited to learn more about Club Nova's amazing vision at a light lunch in the Lounge (12:15). A staff member, a board member, and a club member will guide our time. Please sign up for the lunch outside Stephanie Ford's door, or RSVP to her by email: stephanie@binkleychurch.org. ADVENT RETREAT DEC. 2-4, ST. FRANCIS SPRINGS PRAYER CENTER Preparing for Advent from the Inside Out A Weekend Retreat: Do holiday preparations wear on you, leaving you drained for what should be a joyous occasion? Then the Quiet Weekend with Binkley members and friends may be just what you need! All who seek spiritual reflection and silence are invited to join us for a time of reflection, discussion, silence, fellowship, and relaxation. WHERE: St. Francis Springs Prayer Center (located 30 miles north of Greensboro) COST: $180.00 for 2 nights double or triple occupancy and includes 6 excellent meals. Single occupancy is $240.00 for 2 nights. CONTACT: Alice Glover (asg@gloverimmigrationlaw.com) Deadline for registration is 11/28. SUPPORT BINKLEY S MINISTRY BUDGET: As of Friday we ve received 109 pledges to the Annual Campaign for 2017. Pledge cards are located in the pews if you have not already, please return yours in today s offering. SUPPORT BINKLEY PRESCHOOL AND BE FESTIVE! As part of Binkley Preschool s fundraising campaign, we are pleased to offer holiday wreaths, roping and bows; proceeds from which go directly to benefit our children. Wreath sizes are small (14 ), medium (20 ), and large (24 ). All are treated to ensure freshness until after the holidays. They are custom-made Fraser Fir, or a combination of Fraser Fir and White Pine. The roping/garland is a continuous length of 30 feet White Pine. Red velvet bows are also available. A sample of the wreaths will be on display in the entryway of the preschool. Delivery of the greenery will be Tuesday November 29th, between 9:00am and 11:00am, and Wednesday November 30th, between 9:00 am and 11:00am. All orders MUST be picked up on those days. Questions? Call Beth Donahue at (985) 869-8692. Order forms can be found at the credenza directly outside of the sanctuary. NOMINATE RECIPIENTS FOR CHRISTMAS EVE OFFERING: Each year, the Outreach Committee requests nominations from the congregation for possible recipient(s) of the offering taken at the Christmas Eve service. Please send your nominations to Karen Long (Outreach Co-Chair), kemplong@bellsouth.net, by Monday, December 5. Your nomination should include the name of the recipient as well information about its mission or needs. The Outreach Committee will meet and choose the recipient(s), which will be announced to the congregation by mid-december.
BINKLEY PRAYER CONCERNS & JOYS CHURCH FAMILY Alex Swanson Jo Flair Caroline Lindsay Swanson-Boyd family Allen Davidson Rachel Avery Ellen Stutts Bradshaw Family Melissa Moore Edith Wiggins Bill Bodkin Kara Richards-Baker Judy Sordean Carl Henley Bob Seymour Martha Henderson Sue Schroeder Jim Pike HEALTH CENTER RESIDENTS AND THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL Ernie Roberts Lynda Jensen Ann Overton Mike Berkut EXTENDED FAMILY Taen & Scott Coats (Burma missionaries) Aaron Perkinson, USAF (Nape Baker) Johnny O Neal (Janet O Neal) Mary Jane O Toole (Melissa Moore & Al Wheless) Don Knight (Josiah & Myra Knight) Ann and John Glover (Alice Glover) Kathy West (Lillian Lee) Jean Stutts (Gary Stutts) Dan McInnis (Gary Stutts) Dirk Leiser (Mary Lou Smith) Donna Tesh (Stephanie Ford) Marlene Carney (Julie Lentz) Susan Drewes (Karen Long) Pat Morse (Susan Read) Charlene Scarborough (Sonnie VanSant) Mike Kalt (Karen Long) Ryan Shepherd (Gaye Williams) Pearl Davis (Karen Long) Edna Bradshaw (Tim Bradshaw) The Tatum Family (Stuart Cantrell & Stewart Bankhead) Nanh & Veo Siu (Ehn Rocham & Phyut Siu) Newt Smith (Nancy Joyner) Torren Kudzal, US Army (Roal Carlson) David Houser (Lynn Houser) Tara Strickland (The Walker Family) Sharon Stevens (Nan Pardington) Joan Hammond (Tim Bradshaw) Scott Denton (Linda Denton) Selah Dugdale (Sonnie VanSant) Family of Kim Page (Betsy Kreutzberg) Pinheiro Baptist Church, Maceio, Brazil DeeDee Hildebrand (Ellen Cole) Roger Butler (Erik Butler) Linda Thompson (Lee and Judy Scott) Tomás Unger (Maria Palmer) Maria de la Mata Bruno (Maribel Bruno) Steve Lunsford (Scott Hawkins) Wesley J. Gebert, USAF (Sue Wallace) Percell Harper (April Harper) Binkley Baptist Church 919-942-4964 www.binkleychurch.org OUR STAFF Intentional Interim Minister Associate Minister Minister of Christian Formation Marcus McFaul Dale Osborne Stephanie Ford marcus@binkleychurch.org dale@binkleychurch.org stephanie@binkleychurch.org 919-237-9120 919-237-9125 919-928-5873 Minister of Music and Organist Business Manager Office Manager Daniel C. Cherrix Duane Gilbert Stephenie Sanders daniel@binkleychurch.org business@binkleychurch.org office@binkleychurch.org 919-928-5491 919-237-9123 919-928-5892 All staff now have direct phone lines.