21 st Sunday After Pentecost Readings: 2 Kings 5:14-17, Psalm 98:1-4 2 Timothy 2:8-13, Luke 17:11-19 A foreign leper is cleansed and in thanksgiving returns to offer homage to the God of Israel. We hear this same story in both the First Reading and Gospel today. There were many lepers in Israel in Elisha's time, but only Naaman the Syrian trusted in God's Word and was cleansed (see Luke 5:12-14). Today's Gospel likewise implies that most of the ten lepers healed by Jesus were Israelites but only a foreigner, the Samaritan, returned. In a dramatic way, we're being shown today how faith has been made the way to salvation, the road by which all nations will join themselves to the Lord, becoming His servants, gathered with the Israelites into one chosen people of God, the Church (see Isaiah 56:3-8). Today's Psalm also looks forward to the day when all peoples will see what Naaman sees that there is no God in all the earth except the God of Israel. We see this day arriving in today's Gospel. The Samaritan leper is the only person in the New Testament who personally thanks Jesus. The Greek word used to describe his "giving thanks" is the word we translate as "Eucharist." And these lepers today reveal to us the inner dimensions of the Eucharist and sacramental life. We, too have been healed by our faith in Jesus. As Naaman's flesh is made again like that of a little child, our souls have been cleansed of sin in the waters of Baptism. We experience this cleansing again and again in the Sacrament of Penance as we repent our sins and beg and receive mercy from our Master, Jesus. Quioccasin Baptist Church Sesquiicentenniiall Anniiversary 1866 2016 9011 Quioccasin Road -- Henrri ico,, Virrgi inia 23229 Churrch Offffi ice:: ((804)) 741--2313 -- Fax:: ((804)) 741--1501 21 st Sunday After Pentecost Sunday, October 9, 2016 SERMON TOPIIC:: JJESUS WORDS FOR FRIIENDSHIIP DURIING FRIICTIION We return to glorify God in each Mass, to offer ourselves in sacrifice falling on our knees before our Lord, giving thanks for our salvation. In this Eucharist, we remember "Jesus Christ, raised from the dead, a descendant of David," Israel's covenant king. And we pray, as Paul does in today's Epistle, to persevere in this faith that we too may live and reign with Him in eternal glory. Websiitte:: www..quiioccasiin..orrg -- Emaiill:: qbc@quiioccasiin..orrg Reverend Dr.. Earll Leslliie Blledsoe IInteriim Pastor
The Celebration of Morning Worship... 8:00 A.M. Then said Jesus, Let her alone: against the day of my burying hath she kept this. For the poor always ye have with you; but me ye have not always. John 12: 7-8 KJV The Prelude... Ms. Angela M. Mosley My Faith Looks Up to Thee No. 273 The Call to Worship... Minister Great is the LORD: and greatly to be praised in the city of our GOD: in the mountain of his holiness. The Prayer of Invocation... In Unison Gracious God: you have invited us to feast in your promised kingdom. May we never be so busy taking care of things that we cannot turn to you, and thankfully celebrate the power of your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen. The Chant... No. 9 Alleluia The Responsive Reading... Minister/Congregation THE LlFE AND MINISTRY OF JESUS No. 568 The Hymn of Praise and Adoration... No. 19 PRAISE HIM! PRAISE HIM! The Welcome/Announcements/Recognitions... Deacon Edith Lomax, Church Clerk The Scripture... Minister "John 12:1-12" Special Music... The Volunteer Choir Open my Eyes, That I May See No. 218 The Prayer... Minister The Prayer Response... Volunteer Choir/Congregation Hear Our Prayer, O Lord No. 551-2- OUR SICK AND SHUT-IN LIST PLEASE PRAY FOR OUR SICK AND SHUT-IN MEMBERS Mrs. Dorothy Clark... 1261 Marywood Lane, Apt 311 Mr. Moses Fenner... 2903 Lawson Street, 23224 Deaconess Florine Fleming... 6201 Whistler Road Mrs. Helen Foster... Beth Sholom Lifecare 1600 John Rolfe Prkwy - Room 208/Unit 2 Miss Helena Fountain... 607 Fountain Lane Mrs. Denise Hardy... 10640 Anna Marie Drive Mr. Herbert Jackson... 709 Parham Road Ms. Joyce Johnson... 8300 Ridge Road Ms. Everlena King... 4403 Forest Hill Avenue Ms. Marjorie McIntyre... 1261 Marywood Lane, Apt 209 Mrs. Josephine Norrell... 2514 Shadyside Avenue, Suitland, MD 20746 Ms. Audrey Overton... 4234 Sprenkle Lane Mrs. Emma J. Truman... Morningside of the West End, 3000 Skipwith Road, Unit 241 Mrs. Florence Tyler... 4551 Sadler Road Reverend P. Frances Watson... 121 Taylor Avenue West, Hampton, Virginia 23663 Mr. James Woodson... 3221 French Street HOW MAY WE SERVE YOU? Sickness in the Home Desires Offering Envelopes Moved to the Address Below A Newcomer in the Community Seeking Church Membership Desires A Pastoral Call Children for Church School In Need of Prayer NAME PHONE ADDRESS DATE CITY STATE ZIP CODE Information supplied by: Please check desired one(s), tear off, and place in the offering plate or give to the Minister. DEACONS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER Deacon Vaughn Dennis (804) 746-0774 and Deacon Edith Lomax. (804) 270-5895. Please inform them of any persons that are sick. -11-
TODAY at 3:00 P.M. October 10 at 6:00 P.M. October 12 at 11:00 A.M. October 12 at 6:45 P.M. October 12 at 7:30 P.M. October 13 at 7:00 P.M. October 15 at 8:30 A.M. October 15 at 10:00 A.M. October 16 at 3:00 P.M. October 18 at 11:00 A.M. October 19 at 11:00 A.M. October 19 at 6:45 P.M. October 19 at 7:30 P.M. October 20 at 7:00 P.M. October 22 9:00 A.M. 11:00 A.M. October 22 at 11:00 A.M. October 23 October 23 at 4:00 P.M. October 26 at 11:00 A.M. October 26 at 6:45 P.M. October 26 at 7:30 P.M. October 30 at 3:00 P.M. Announcements Today is last day to order 150 th Church Anniversary Throw Blanket Makeda Carter - Initial Sermon Trustee meeting Age with Grace Senior Citizens travel to Moore Street Baptist Church, 1408 W Leigh St, Richmond, VA 23220 Bible Study Reverend Dr. Earl Bledsoe Prayer and Praise Sanctuary Choir rehearsal Deacon s meeting Deaconess meeting Deacon, Deaconess and Trustee Day Age with Grace Senior Citizens travel to Sharon Baptist Church, 22 E Leigh Street, Richmond, VA 23219 Age with Grace Senior Citizens meeting cancelled Bible Study Reverend Dr. Earl Bledsoe Prayer and Praise Choir Rehearsal for 150 th Anniversary Choir Concert Healthy Living Medical Symposium - Dr. Janice Neale and Dr. Tammie Fountain Ellis, and other health care providers will discuss smoking, Alzheimer, diabetes, heart health, spiritual healing, bone, diet, pre-planning services for ages 25 to 50+. Sponsored by Men s Fellowship Ministry. SEE BULLETIN INSERT Choir Rehearsal for 150 th Anniversary Choir Concert Choral Ensemble Anniversary 150 th Church Anniversary Musical Concert Age with Grace Senior Citizens meeting Bible Study Reverend Dr. Earl Bledsoe Prayer and Praise Reverend Bledsoe will preach, choir will render music, and ushers to to serve at The Life Changing Healing Church, Mechanicsville, MD where Betty Atchinson is the Pastor. PLEASE GIVE YOUR NAME TO CHALDEA MONTAGUE OR CALL CHURCH OFFICE IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO RIDE THE BUS The Stewardship Challenge/Prayer... Deacon Norma Hudgins 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 THE MUSICAL OFFERING/TITHES/OFFERINGS (Benevolence).... In Unison Psalm 24 KJV (MORTGAGE)... Ushers/Deacons/Congregation Praise Him! (Tithes/General)... Ushers/Deacons/Congregation We ve Come This Far by Faith No. 529 The Offertory Prayer... Deacon Arthur Byrd, Jr. The Offertory Response...No. 559 Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow The Hymn of Preparation... The Volunteer Choir I Am Thine, O Lord No. 202 The Sermon... Reverend Dr. Earl Leslie Bledsoe Interim Pastor "JESUS WORDS FOR FRIENDSHIP DURING FRICTION" THE INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP The Invitational Hymn...No. 225 I Have Decided to Follow Jesus The Benediction/Grace... Reverend Dr. Bledsoe The Choral Response... Volunteer Choir/Congregation The Threefold Amen No. 553 The Postlude... Let the Church Say AMEN CHURCH ENVELOPES 2017: CONTACT CHALDEA MONTAGUE ONLY IF YOU WANT 2017 ENVELOPES TO INCLUDE YOUR ENVELOPE NUMBER AND A DATE PLEASE SEE JAIME LYNCH OR ANDREA CARVER BY OCTOBER 16, 2016 TO ORDER YOUR T-SHIRTS IN CELEBRATION OF OUR 150 TH CHURCH ANNIVERSARY. -10- The Church School... 9:30 A.M. Deacon Arthur W. Byrd, Jr. Superintendent -3-
The Period of Prayer and Praise... 10:40 A.M. The Celebration of Morning Worship... 10:55 A.M. Then said Jesus, Let her alone: against the day of my burying hath she kept this. For the poor always ye have with you; but me ye have not always. John 12: 7-8 KJV The Prelude... Ms.Angela M. Mosley The Introit...No. 549 The Lord Is in His Holy Temple Processional Selection... Choir/Congregation COME BY HERE The Call to Worship... Minister Great is the LORD: and greatly to be praised in the city of our GOD: in the mountain of his holiness. The Prayer of Invocation... In Unison Gracious God: you have invited us to feast in your promised kingdom. May we never be so busy taking care of things that we cannot turn to you, and thankfully celebrate the power of your Son, our Lord, Jesus Christ. Amen The Chant... No. 9 Alleluia THE BAPTISMAL PERIOD The Hymn of Aspiration... No. 136 Glory to His Name The Responsive Reading... Minister/Congregation BAPTISM No. 597 The Baptismal Hymn... Choir/Congregation Take Me To the Water The Prayer of Aspiration THE ACT OF BAPTIZING... Reverend Dr. Earl Bledsoe The Prayer of Thanksgiving The Hymn of Praise and Adoration... No. 19 PRAISE HIM! PRAISE HIM! The Welcome/Announcements/Recognitions... Deacon Edith Lomax, Church Clerk Special Music... The Choral Ensemble The Scripture... Minister "John 12:1-12" -4- -9- -9-
150 TH CHURCH ANNIVERSARY MUSICAL CONCERT The Prayer... Minister The Prayer Response... Choir/Congregation Thank You, Lord No. 324 The Stewardship Challenge/Prayer... Deacon Arthur Byrd, Jr. 1 Corinthians 16:1-2 THE MUSICAL OFFERING/TITHES/OFFERINGS (Benevolence).... In Unison Psalm 24 KJV (MORTGAGE)... Ushers/Deacons/Congregation Praise Him! (Tithes/General)... Ushers/Deacons/Congregation We ve Come This Far by Faith No. 529 The Offertory Prayer... Deacon The Offertory Response...No. 559 Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow The Presentation of the Bibles and Certificates... Deacon Edith Lomax The Right Hand of Fellowship... Reverend Dr. Bledsoe October 23, 2016 4:00 P.M. For the Lord is good, and his mercy is everlasting, and his truth endureth to all generations. Psalm 100:5 (KJV) -8- The Preparatory Selection... The Choral Ensemble The Sermon... Reverend Dr. Earl Leslie Bledsoe Interim Pastor "JESUS WORDS FOR FRIENDSHIP DURING FRICTION" THE INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP The Invitational Hymn...No. 225 I Have Decided to Follow Jesus The Silent Moment The Benediction... Reverend Dr. Bledsoe The Choral Response... Choir/Congregation The Threefold Amen No. 553 The Postlude... Let the Church Say AMEN -5-
DEACONS / DEACONESSES /TRUSTEES ANNIVERSARY Sunday, October 16, 2016 3:00 P.M. Reverend Walter Pleasants and the Rising Sun Baptist Church Family will be our Special Guest -6- -7-