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SUNDAY WORSHIP INVOCATION The prayer that formally opens the worship experience asking for God s blessing CALL TO WORSHIP Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. Serve the Lord with gladness: come before His presence with singing. Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise: be thankful unto Him, and bless His name. For the Lord is good; His mercy is everlasting; and His truth endureth to all generations. Psalm 100:1-2, 4-5 (KJV) PRAISE & WORSHIP SCRIPTURE Genesis 22: 9-17 (NKJV) Today s scripture will be read aloud. Please follow along in the Bible or see page 4. PRAYER COVENANT RENEWAL (See page 5) Read responsively by the members of Union Baptist Church as a reminder of our agreement to live together as a Christian Community. CONGREGATIONAL HYMN Glory to His Name (lyrics on page 6) FELLOWSHIP WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS PASTORAL PRAYER 2
WORSHIP THROUGH GIVING Tithes, Offerings, and Benevolent Give in tithe and offering; then watch the windows of heaven open. (For your convenience, guest envelopes are in the back of each pew.) OFFERTORY PRAYER All things come of Thee, O Lord And of Thine own have we given Thee MUSICAL SELECTION THE GOSPEL MESSAGE Reverend Dr. Verlin D. Williams INVITATION TO DISCIPLESHIP "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." Matthew 11: 28-30 (NKJV) OBSERVANCE OF THE LORD S SUPPER BENEDICTION Adult Sunday School Spring Quarter Lesson the gift of faith Unit 1: Tests of Faith March 6 Powerful Faith Mark 9:14-29 March 13 Simple Faith Mark 10:17-31 March 20 Struggling Faith Mark 14:26-31, 66-72 March 27 Resurrection Faith (Easter) Mark 16:1-8 3
SCRIPTURE Genesis 22:9-17(NKJV) 9 Then they came to the place of which God had told him. And Abraham built an altar there and placed the wood in order; and he bound Isaac his son and laid him on the altar, upon the wood. 10 And Abraham stretched out his hand and took the knife to slay his son. 11 But the Angel of the Lord called to him from heaven and said, Abraham, Abraham! So he said, Here I am. 12 And He said, Do not lay your hand on the lad, or do anything to him; for now I know that you fear God, since you have not withheld your son, your only son, from Me. 13 Then Abraham lifted his eyes and looked, and there behind him was a ram caught in a thicket by its horns. So Abraham went and took the ram, and offered it up for a burnt offering instead of his son. 14 And Abraham called the name of the place, The-Lord-Will-Provide; [a] as it is said to this day, In the Mount of the Lord it shall be provided. 15 Then the Angel of the Lord called to Abraham a second time out of heaven, 16 and said: By Myself I have sworn, says the Lord, because you have done this thing, and have not withheld your son, your only son 17 blessing I will bless you, and multiplying I will multiply your descendants as the stars of the heaven and as the sand which is on the seashore; and your descendants shall possess the gate of their enemies. 4
CHURCH COVENANT LEADER: CONG: LEADER: CONG: LEADER: CONG: LEADER: ALL: Having been led, as we believe, by the Spirit of God to receive the LORD Jesus Christ as our Savior; and on the profession of our faith we do now in the presence of God, angels, and this assembly, most solemnly and joyfully enter into this covenant with one another as one body in Christ. We engage, therefore, by the aid of the Holy Spirit, to walk together in Christian love; to strive for the advancement of this church in knowledge and holiness; to give it a place in our affections, prayers and services above every other organization of human origin. To contribute cheerfully and regularly as God has prospered us, toward the support of the ministry, the relief of the poor, and the spread of the Gospel throughout the world. We also engage to maintain family and secret devotion; to study the word of God; to religiously educate our children; to seek the salvation of our kindred and acquaintance. To walk circumspectly in the world; to be just in our dealings, faithful in our service. We further engage to watch over, to pray for, to exhort each other unto every good word and work; to guard each other s reputation, not needlessly exposing the infirmities of others; to participate in each other s joys, bear one another s sorrows; and to cultivate Christian courtesy; To be slow to take offense, but always ready for reconciliation, being mindful of the rules of the Savior to secure it without delay. When we remove from this place, we engage as soon as possible to unite with some other church where we can carry out the spirit of this covenant and the principles of God s word. 5
GLORY TO HIS NAME Down at the cross where my Savior died, Down where for cleansing from sin I cried, There to my heart was the blood applied Glory to His name. Refrain Glory to His name Glory to His name There to my heart was the blood applied Glory to His name. I am so wondrously saved from sin, Jesus so sweetly abides within; There at the cross where He took me in Glory to His name. O precious fountain that saves from sin, I am so glad I have entered in; There Jesus saves me and keeps me clean Glory to His name. Come to this fountain so rich and sweet, Cast thy poor soul at the Savior s feet; Plunge in today, and be made complete Glory to His name. 6
The tenth shall be holy unto the Lord. Leviticus 27:32 Every Christian should strive to learn how to be a cheerful giver. When we give what does it actually mean? It simply means we, cheerfully give to God our tithes and offerings. Tithing honors God. Are you giving the Lord His tithes or your tips? The word tithe means to give back to God one tenth of your earnings for the support of the ministry, the expenses of the church, the relief of the poor and the spread of the Gospel throughout the world. If you earn You owe the Lord $10 $1 $50 $5 $75 $7.50 $100 $10 $200 $20 $500 $50 $700 $70 $1,000 $100 Special Giving Above Tithe and Offering March 6 March 13 March 13 March 20 March 27 Education Vision 2023 A Redeemed People Installation of Officers Deacon, Deaconess & Trustee Day Foreign Missions 7
Flowers on the Altar are Placed to Honor God and. to celebrate the birthday of my wife, Theresa Robinson-Ewing. I love you. By Thomathy Ewing to celebrate the birthday of our beloved mother, nanna and grandma, Judy Cartright. May God continue to bless you and enjoy your stepping into 70 celebration. Love Janine, Calvin, Shaelise, Aaliyan, Jaquan and Unique in loving memory of my parents, Walter and Rosa Lee King. By Irene Sloane 8
KNOWN SICK AND CONVALESCENT Is there any sick among you? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him (James 5:14a). Henry Bruen, Sr. Charlie Crisp O dell Curry Richard Fields Charlotte Gordon Martha Graves Mildred Hall Walter Kirton William Mairs Samuel Marable Geneva Marrow Medas Marrow Beleda Mebane Jean Molina Emma Mountcastle Susie Newton Janie Pace Marvin Ragin Annie Range Mary Roane Eleanor Sanders Jeanette Santiago Rose Shamery Gladys Stroud Estella Thomas Frances Welch Bristol Senior Living Center Schnurmacher Nursing Schnurmacher Nursing The Grove Rehabilitation Center Brandywine United Hebrew, New Rochelle Schnurmacher Nursing White Plains Nursing The Grove Rehabilitation Center The Grove Rehabilitation Center *Please submit updates to the Church Office at 914.948.6439 9
Right Hand of Fellowship Welcome to the UBC Family! Glenda Bland William Bland Tia Chimilio Sallie Dickenson Sierra Dortch Lorraine Frazier Ana Gibson Gary Gibson Ashleigh Graham Nhyla Hall Dora Hughes John Hughes Daisy Kwende Ayanna Lee Larry Oswald Crystal Patton Deborah Patton Jasmine Patton Renee Peerman Aszalena Tuggle Rodney Tuggle 10
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Lenten Season Daily Meditation Promises of God from The Old and New Testament (KJV) * Some scriptures are paraphrased for space; see your Bible to read the complete promise in God s word. 2/10 Genesis Is anything too hard for the Lord? (18:14) 2/11 Exodus My presence shall go with thee, and I will give thee rest. (33:14) 2/12 Leviticus I will walk among you, and will be your God, and ye shall be My people. (26:12) 2/13 Numbers The Lord lift up His countenance upon thee, and give thee peace. (6:26) 2/14 Deuteronomy Thou shalt find [the Lord] if thou seek Him with all thy heart and with all thy soul. (4:29) 2/15 Joshua Be strong...for the Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever thou goest. (1:9) 2/16 Judges God s name is secret. (13:18) 2/17 Ruth The Lord recompense thy work...under whose wings thou art come to trust. (2:12) 2/18 1 Samuel The Lord render to every man his righteousness and his faithfulness. (26:23) 2/19 2 Samuel God is my strength and power: and He maketh my way perfect. (22:33) 2/20 1 Kings Keep the charge of the Lord thy God...that thou mayest prosper in all that thou doest. (2:3) 2/21 2 Kings The Lord your God...shall deliver you out of the hand of all your enemies. (17:39) 2/22 1 Chronicles Give thanks unto the Lord, for He is good; for His mercy endureth for ever. (16:34) 2/23 2 Chronicles Be ye strong therefore, and let not your hands be weak; for your work shall be rewarded. (15:7) 2/24 Ezra The hand of our God is upon all them for good that seek Him. (8:22) 2/25 Nehemiah Thou [Lord] has performed Thy words; for Thou are righteous. (9:8) 2/26 Esther Who knoweth whether thou art come to the kingdom for such a time as this? (4:14) 2/27 Job I know that Thou canst do everything, and that no thought can be withholden from Thee. (42:2) 2/28 Psalms Delight thyself also in the Lord: and He shall give thee the desires of thine heart. (37:4) 2/29 Proverbs Commit thy works unto the Lord, and thy thoughts shall be established. (16:3) 3/1 Matthew Come unto Me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest. (11:28) 14
3/2 Mark With God all things are possible. (10:27) 3/3 Luke The Son of man is come to seek and to save that which was lost. (19:10) 3/4 John He that heareth My word, and believeth on Him that sent Me, hath everlasting life. (5:24) 3/5 Acts Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ, and thou shalt be saved, and thy house. (16:31) 3/6 Romans All things work together for good to them that love God. (8:28) 3/7 1 Corinthians Eye hath not seen, nor ear heard...the things which God hath prepared. (2:9) 3/8 2 Corinthians If any man be in Christ, he is a new creature. (5:17) 3/9 Galatians Because ye are sons, God hath sent forth the Spirit of His Son into your hearts. (4:6) 3/10 Ephesians [He] is able to do exceeding abundantly above all that we ask or think. (3:20) 3/11 Philippians My God shall supply all your need according to His riches in glory by Christ Jesus. (4:19) 3/12 Colossians And you, being dead in your sins...hath He quickened together with him. (2:13) 3/13 1 Thessalonians For God hath not appointed us to wrath, but to obtain salvation by our Lord Jesus Christ. (5:9) 3/14 2 Thessalonians The Lord is faithful, who shall stablish you, and keep you from evil. (3:3) 3/15 1 Timothy Christ Jesus came into the world to save sinners. (1:15) 3/16 2 Timothy God hath not given us the spirit of fear; but of power, and of love, and of a sound mind. (1:7) 3/17 Titus The grace of God that bringeth salvation hath appeared to all men. (2:11) 3/18 Philemon Grace to you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. (1:3) 3/19 Hebrews Jesus Christ the same yesterday, and to day, and forever. (13:8) 3/20 James Draw nigh to God, and He will draw nigh to you. (4:8) 3/21 1 Peter Casting all your care upon Him; for He careth for you. (5:7) 3/22 2 Peter His divine power hath given unto us all things that pertain unto life and godliness. (1:3) 3/23 1 John If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive our sins. (1:9) 3/24 2 John For the truth s sake, which dwelleth in us, and shall be with us for ever. (1:2) 3/25 3 John He that doeth good is God. (1:11) 3/26 Jude (He) is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless. (1:24) 15
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UBC Monthly Calendar events: Online at: www.unionbaptistwp.org & On the Narthex Welcome Table MARCH Happy Birthday Wishes are sent to you from all of us here at Union Baptist Church. We pray that you will have a blessed special day and that God will continue to order your steps! Your UBC Family 18
- Coming to Union - Sunday, March 6 th thru Sunday, March 27 th In acknowledgment of March being Women s History Month, The Domestic Violence Ministry of Union Baptist Church is collecting used phones that Verizon refurbishes and provides to victims at no cost. You can help us make a difference by dropping your old phone(s) in the HopeLine boxes in the Worship Center Narthex. 19
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SERMON NOTES You may use this sheet to make personal notes. CDs of today s worship experience may be ordered in Office 1C after worship Date: Speaker Biblical Text: Title: Notes: 21
SERMON NOTES You may use this sheet to make personal notes. CDs of today s worship experience may be ordered in Office 1C after worship Date: Speaker Biblical Text: Title: Notes: 22
NEW MEMBER REGISTRATION FORM (please place your completed form in the basket on the Welcome Table) Date: Last Name: First Name: MI: Gender: Male: Female: Date of Birth: Mailing Address: City: State: Zip Code: Address (if different) Phone (): Mobile: Work E-mail address: Preferred method of contact (check one): Mail Phone Email Service you expect to attend: 8:00 a.m. How are you joining Union Baptist Church? Candidate for Baptism (Never been baptized) 11:00 a.m. Check One Reinstatement (Former member of Union Baptist Church wishing to reinstate membership) By Letter (Former member of another Baptist church and have a letter of introduction from that church) Christian Experience (Baptized Christian with no church affiliation or letter of introduction) Please share some information about yourself: Name of Spouse (if any): Name(s) and age(s) of child(ren) (if any): 1. 3. 2. 4. Hobbies: Ministry Gifts (if known): Primary Language (check one): English Spanish Other (specify) In case of an emergency contact: Name: Address: City: State: Zip Code: Telephone: Relationship: 23
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