THE OLIN T. BINKLEY MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH SEPTEMBER 17, 2017 THE SIXTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST BECOMING AWARE In silence and contemplation, we rest from all of our human striving and division and touch the deeper current of truth that runs underneath everything else. The truth that all things have already been reconciled in Christ. ~Ruth Haley Barton
GATHERING RINGING OF THE SANCTUS BELL VOLUNTARY Sonata for Organ and Trumpet Henry Purcell I. Pomposo INTROIT Prayer to Jesus George Oldroyd Jhesu, since thou me made and bought, Thou be my love and all my thought, and help that I may to Thee be brought; withouten thee I may do nought. Jhesu, since thou must do thy will, and naething is that thee may let; With thy grace my heart fulfill, My love and my liking in thee set. Jhesu, at thy will I pray that I might be; all my heart fulfill with perfect love to thee. That I have done ill, Jhesu, forgive thou me; And suffer me never to spill, Jhesu, for pity! Amen. INVOCATION Dale Osborne * CALL TO WORSHIP One: God of all creation, we gather to glorify You. Many: We come to celebrate You in this place. One: Our deep delight is in Your presence. Many: Our strongest longing is found in Your house. One: In this hour of worship, help us become who we were meant to be. Many: A community that breathes thankfulness All: voicing your praise in all that we do. Amen. * HYMN The Church s One Foundation 272 AURELIA * PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST Please greet one another with this ancient sign of welcome and extension of hospitality and peace. * SONG OF PRAISE Gloria WESTMINSTER ABBEY
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! Stephanie Ford LISTENING THE OLD TESTAMENT LESSON Exodus 14:10-15:21 Keith Williams, 60 th Anniversary Co-Chair PSALM RESPONSE Psalm 84 Hal Hopson Psalm Adaptation: Stephanie Ford Psalm Leader: Deepmala Ford-Williams The Psalm will begin with the refrain which will be sung once by the choir and then by all. Subsequent refrains will be sung once by all. How lovely is the home that God has created: the earth and sky, the sun and stars, the lands and seas. What joy we feel in it, all our lives. Refrain And here, in this sanctuary on Willow Drive, we give thanks! For God has made a home in our hearts. And we celebrate that truth in this place, singing praise to God together, all of our lives. Refrain Happy are we who find our strength in God, who trust that even in hard times, God is near. This is the Sanctuary that goes with us, that holds us all of our lives. Refrain
THE GOSPEL LESSON Matthew 18:21-35 Marlene Dickison, 60 th Anniversary Co-Chair One: This is the Gospel of Christ. Many: Thanks be to God. After the lesson, children ages 3 to Grade 5 are invited to follow Stephanie for Children s Worship in the Chapel. SERMON God of the Hurricane, God of the Heart Susan Rogers * HYMN When Hands Are Joined see insert WORD FROM THE WORLD Katherine Walker PRAYING OUR KNOWN JOYS AND CONCERNS Dale Osborne LITANY OF RECOLLECTION AND PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE One: Gracious god, our hearts rejoice in this witness of word and song, prophecy and testimony we have shared. Many: May Your Holy Spirit direct us in living out this witness in Your beloved world. One: Loving God, we also celebrate this, the 59 th year of a faith community called Binkley Baptist Church a community that heard Your call to inclusivity, to justice, and to horizons yet unknown. We give thanks for founding members, for the faithful ministry of Robert Seymour in those early days. Many: May each founding member, and all who witnessed those early days be filled with Your Spirit of joyful recollection! One: God of discerning wisdom, we also lift up other leaders and members who serve You at Binkley, and in particular, we pray that Your guiding light arise boldly among those serving on the Minister Search Committee, on the Church Council, and on the Diaconate. Many: May each one be filled with Your spirit of grace and truth. One: And beloved God, we pray for those in our congregation fighting cancer, for those dealing with chronic physical and mental health conditions, for those dealing with bones healing, and for each one needing strength. We pray also that those mourning the loss of beloved companions and family members may feel Your tender nearness and grace. Many: May each one be anointed with Your Spirit of healing and comfort.
One: And dear God of all hope, we pray for our world, for the peace and well-being of all. For if in these 59 years as a community called Binkley, we have tasted your kin-dom, then let our message be that of kindness and love, of mutual honor and forgiveness. For we seek by Your Spirit not to further division, but rather to mend and heal a world. Many: May Your Holy Spirit descend upon all hearts and abide now and forever, leading us in justice, peace, and reconciliation. All: For all of your children, for all of your creation, we pray. In the name of Jesus, the Christ. A-men. GIVING & RESPONDING OFFERTORY With A Voice of Singing Martin Shaw With a voice of singing declare ye this, and let it be heard, Alleluia. Declare ye this, and let it be heard, Alleluia. Utter it even unto the ends of the earth. The Lord hath delivered all people, Alleluia. The Lord hath delivered his people, Alleluia. O be joyful in God, all ye lands, O sing praises to the honour of God s name, make God s praise to be glorious. With a voice of singing declare ye this, and let it be heard, Alleluia. Alleluia. Declare ye this, and let it be heard, Alleluia. * 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! * AN INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP * HYMN OF INVITATION Ours the Journey 458 If you wish to become a member of Binkley Baptist Church today, you are invited to come forward during the first verse of the hymn to be welcomed and received. OURS THE JOURNEY * RECEPTION & INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS 341 * BENEDICTION RESPONSE TO THE BENEDICTION The Lord Bless You and Keep You The Lord bless you and keep you, The Lord lift Her countenance upon you, And give you peace, and give you peace, The Lord make Her face to shine upon you, And be gracious unto you, be gracious, The Lord be gracious, gracious unto you. Amen Peter C. Lutkin
VOLUNTARY Suite for Organ and Trumpet Henry Purcell III. Presto Upon leaving the Sanctuary, please be mindful of those choosing to use the Voluntary 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 in honor of the dedicated staff and congregation of Olin T. Binkley Baptist Church on the occasion of its 59th anniversary by Roy and Ann Brock. Today s cover art is The Crossing of the Red Sea by Nicolas Poussin, French, 1634. About today s Guest Preacher: Susan Rogers has been a member of Binkley since 1989. A graduate of James Madison University and Duke Divinity School, Susan is an ordained minister in the American Baptist Churches USA. After a stint as a social worker in her native Durham, she served churches in pastoral ministry in the Metropolitan New York region of ABC-USA. Susan is in her 14th year of working with the amazing students at the Duke School of Medicine. She also looks to move toward a third act, with the unconditionally loving God as her guide. We are grateful for the musical gifts offered today by The Chancel Choir and Chris Sefton, trumpet. Hearing assistance devices and children s worship bags are available in the Narthex before the service begins. Music reprinted by permission under OneLicense.net A-701712. Thank you for serving in the Nursery Heather McCuiston, Hser Ku, and Hannah Wall. * 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 9/17 9:00 am Morning Celebration Lounge 9:30 am Sunday School 11:00 am Worship: Susan Rogers preaching Sanctuary 12:15 pm 59 th Anniversary Luncheon Fellowship Hall 5:00 pm Youth Choir Choir Room 6:00 pm Youth Group Sunroom/Lounge Monday 9/18 7:00 pm Adult Christian Formation Team Library 7:00 pm Church Council Lounge Tuesday 9/19 9:30 am Staff Meeting Lounge 1:00 pm Sermon Shaping Lounge 7:00 pm Earth Ministries Presents: Howard Lee and the Lounge Mountains-to-Sea Trail Wednesday 9/20 9:00 am Morning Prayer Chapel 5:30 pm Wednesday Night Series Lounge 6:00 pm Children s Choir Room 15 7:30 pm Chancel Choir Choir Room Sunday 9/24 9:00 am Morning Celebration Lounge 9:30 am Sunday School 11:00 am Worship: Tammerie Day preaching Sanctuary 5:00 pm Youth Choir Choir Room 6:00 pm Youth Group Sunroom/Lounge 59 TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION TODAY: We are gathered today to praise God and mark the 59 th Anniversary of Binkley Baptist Church s founding. Following worship, we ll share a 59th Anniversary Party potluck lunch in the Fellowship Hall. Please join us, even if you didn t bring anything! Guests are welcome! THE EARTH MINISTRIES COMMITTEE PRESENTS: HOWARD LEE AND THE NC MOUNTAINS-TO- SEA TRAIL Sept. 19, 7 pm, Lounge: Please come learn more about Howard's involvement in the implementation of NC s Mountains-to-Sea Trail. 700 miles of the trail have been built, and, when completed, will stretch over 1,200 miles. All are invited! JUSTICE UNITED MEETINGS: Recently the Rev. Mel Williams challenged us to Pick up the near edge of some great problem and act at some sacrifice to yourself. Orange County Justice United is offering new opportunities for us to do so. The leaders of Justice United (including a group of five members of Binkley church) have voted on a new set of priorities for action in coming months: immigration, jobs, and housing. Research Action teams are being formed now to address these issues. Initial meetings will be held as follows: Jobs: Tuesday, Sept. 19, 6 p.m. Hillsborough Presbyterian Church. Immigration: Sunday, Sept. 24, 4:30 p.m. St. Thomas More Catholic Church. Housing: Sunday, Oct. 1, 7 p.m. IFC Community House. Members and friends of Binkley Church are welcome to participate.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT SERIES Sept. 20, 5:30 pm, Lounge: Loving Our Neighbor Who Lives with Dementia: Jesus told us to love our neighbor, but what happens when our neighbor is now living with dementia? The ways our neighbor used to communicate, worship, and show love are changing. We will explore a few of the major brain changes that occur in dementia and how we can use that knowledge to connect with the person and meet their spiritual needs. Loy Campbell, Occupational Therapist at LifePath Home Health (Hospice of Alamance-Caswell) and former supervisor for Jenni Reiff, brings years of experience and compassion in leading us. Check Event in the Friendship Register or contact the office by Tuesday at noon to make a reservation. Dinner is $6 for adults, $3 for children. SOUTH ESTES COMMUNITY GARDEN GROUP Sept. 23, 10 am, Room 17: The South Estes Community Garden is a vision of neighbors working with neighbors: members and friends of Binkley Church and Holy Family Episcopal Church and residents of the South Estes public housing community, just a block away from our church. The residents at South Estes community have asked for our help in building a raised garden bed and planting and caring for their community vegetable garden. A perimeter and fence have been built, and topsoil will be brought in to fill the garden. We will be planning for planting this Fall, watering and weeding, and advance planning for Spring. We meet this coming Saturday, September 23, 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Binkley Church, in Room 17. Come join this joyful group of gardeners! MEN S RETREAT Oct. 6-8, Blowing Rock Conference Center: All Binkley men aged 18 or older are invited to the Men s Retreat. The theme is Maturity, Mutuality, and Mission, and we will be led by Ken Williams. For all the details, please see the 2017 Fall Brochure. The deadline for registration is September 24. Registration forms can be found in your Friday Update or in the narthex. Please see Larry McManus or Charles Coble with questions. Financial assistance available. LOOKING FOR HANDBELL RINGERS! Handbell choir will start up again in October for a short fall session. Practice will be on Tuesday evenings -set up at 5:45 and ringing from 6:00 until 7:00 October 3- November 13. We will play in church on Sunday November 19. Please let Tonya Hamm know by Wednesday, September 20, if you would like to be a part of the choir. If this fall is not convenient, there will be another opportunity to join the choir in the winter (dates to be determined). tonyasusan@aol.com or 919-732-6934. FOR SABBATH S SAKE BY J. DANA TRENT: Binkley s own Dana Trent will be releasing her second book, For Sabbath s Sake, on October 1. You are invited to pick up a free copy of Chapter 1 from the narthex, and stay tuned for details about a book signing here at Binkley in early November. WHO S IN THE PULPIT? FALL 2017 Tammerie Day 9/24 Stephanie Ford 10/22 Bob Ballance 10/1 Carol-Ripley Moffitt 10/29 Peg Williams 10/8 Susan Rogers 11/5 Elizabeth McManus 10/15 Ken Williams 11/12 Stephanie Ford preaches @ Barbee s Chapel 10/15 Denise Cumbee Long 11/19 Nancy Petty 11/26
BINKLEY PRAYER CONCERNS & JOYS CHURCH FAMILY Allen Davidson Rachel Avery Jo Flair David Resnik & Family Jim Dostert Edith Wiggins Buck Horton Martha Henderson Lisa Parks Meredith Bratcher HEALTH CENTER RESIDENTS AND THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL Ann Overton Carolyn Kozelka Bill Bodkin Don Hamm Bill Moffitt John Holt Bill Elcome & Karen Koop (Barbara Harris) Nanh & Veo Siu (Ehn Rocham & Phyut Siu) EXTENDED FAMILY Joel & Gail Rogers (Terry Huneycutt- Horn) The Binkley Church Council The Binkley Minister Search Committee Ron & Sharon Hull and family The Binkley Diaconate (Vicki Shafer) Maria de la Mata Bruno (Maribel Bruno) Aaron Perkinson, USAF (Nape Baker) David Houser (Lynn Houser) Pinheiro Baptist Church, Maceio, Brazil Wesley J. Gebert, USAF (Sue Wallace) Joan Hammond (Tim Bradshaw) Tara Strickland (The Walker Family) Torren Kudzal, US Army (Roal Carlson) Diane Kudla (Marge Miles) Valerie and Percell Harper (April Harper) Henry Wesley (Lillian Lee) Tammy Jordan (Roy Brock) Mary Alice Kearley (Christine Jernigan) Dan McInnis (Gary Stutts) Gladys Deblitz (Caryl Fulcher) Johnny O Neal (Janet O Neal) Dirk Leiser (Mary Lou Smith) Betsy Bradley (Julie Lentz) Melanie Minton Nault (Mae Lee Waddell) Suzie Michael (Karen Long) Linda Cox (Karen Long) Ann & John Glover (Alice Glover) Jennifer Iacono (Larry McManus) Madeline Knudtson (Julie Lentz) Carol Boltz (Jo Lea) Edna Bradshaw (Tim Bradshaw) Marlene Carney (Julie Lentz) Jan Parsons (The Rabalais Family) Tan & Scott Coats (Burma missionaries) Scott Carpenter (Libba Wells) Jeffrey Schon (Julie Lentz) Don Knight (Josiah & Myra Knight) OUR STAFF & LEADERSHIP Associate Minister Minister of Christian Formation Minister of Music and Organist Dale Osborne Stephanie Ford Daniel C. Cherrix dale@binkleychurch.org stephanie@binkleychurch.org daniel@binkleychurch.org 919-237-9125 919-928-5873 919-928-5491 Business Manager Office Manager Minister Emeritus Duane Gilbert Stephenie Sanders Robert Seymour business@binkleychurch.org office@binkleychurch.org 919-237-9123 919-928-5892 THE OLIN T. BINKLEY MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH 1712 Willow Drive Chapel Hill, NC 919.942.4964 binkleychurch.org @binkley.church