THE OLIN T. BINKLEY MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH JULY 24, 2016 THE TENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST BECOMING AWARE Jewish Law is like musical notation; it gives meaning to the stuff of life by regulating it in time. The Sabbath is its most sacred interval. Judith Shulevitz Be faithful to your secret place, and it will become your closest friend and bring you much comfort. In silence and stillness a devout person grows spiritually and learns the hidden things of the Bible. Tears shed there bring cleansing. God draws near to the one who withdraws for a while. It is better for you to look after yourself this way in private than to perform wonders in public while neglecting your soul. Thomas à Kempis THE WORSHIP OF GOD 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 Still Waters John Tasker Howard (Reverie on a Psalm Tune) INTROIT Sing Ye a Joyful Song Antonín Dvořák Sing ye a joyful song unto the Lord, Who hath done marvelous, marvelous things. Praise the Lord all the earth! Sing praises. Shout and be joyful.
* THE CALL TO WORSHIP Marcus McFaul One: We have gathered in a holy place with sacred space all around us. Many: We worship in voice, in breath, in silence, and in prayer. We worship the Divine source of all life. One: The Sabbath day is a holy day, let it be so for all who gather around the table of Grace. Many: We worship the merciful God who has designed the universe with rhythm. Rhythm that includes rest and meditation for every creature. One: Together, let us keep the sabbath. * HYMN Dear God, Embracing Humankind 594 REST * INVOCATION AND PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST Dale Osborne One: The Peace of Christ be with you! Many: And also with you! Please greet one another with this ancient sign of welcome and extension of hospitality. * SONG OF PRAISE Where the Spirit of the Lord Is 264 Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is peace. ADAMS Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is love. There is comfort in life s darkest hour, there is light and life, there is help and power in the Spirit, in the Spirit of the Lord. 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! Marcus McFaul LISTENING THE CHURCH IN COMMUNITY Re-Imagining Health Collaborative Caryl Fulcher THE HEBREW SCRIPTURE 2 Chronicles 7:14
A SABBATH POEM The Shadow of the Dove Stephanie Ford by Kate Mcllagga When dawn s ribbon of glory around the world returns and the earth emerges from sleep The shadow of the dove is seen as she flies across moor and city. Over the warm breast of the earth she skims, her shadow falling on the watcher in the tower, the refugee in the ditch, the weary soldier at the gate. The shadow of peace falls across the all-night sitting of a council, across the tense negotiators around a table. The shadow of hope is cast across the bars of a hostage cell filling with momentary light rooms tense with conflict, bringing a brief respite, a sliver of gold across the dark. She flies untiring across flooded fields, across a city divided by hate and fear, across a town wreathed in smoke. The shadow of reconciliation, the dove of peace with healing in her wings, is felt and seen and turned towards as she makes righteousness shine like the dawn, the justice of her cause like the noonday sun. Holy Spirit of love, bring healing, bring peace. -from Fifty Great Prayers from the Iona Community SILENT REFLECTION
THE GOSPEL LESSON Luke 11:1-4 Marcus McFaul Pastor: This is the Gospel of Christ. All: Thanks be to God. * HYMN OF PREPARATION Sing of One Who Walks Beside Us 231 HOLY MANNA SERMON Sabbath as Prayerful Healing and Recovery Dale Osborne SILENT REFLECTION PRAYING AND GIVING HEARING OUR JOYS AND CONCERNS Stephanie Ford THE PASTORAL PRAYER OFFERTORY ANTHEM How Beautiful Upon the Mountains F. Flaxington Harker How beautiful upon the mountains are the feet of them that bring good tidings, that publisheth peace, that publisheth salvation, that saith unto Zion thy God reigneth! I will sing unto the Lord as long as I live. I will praise my God while I have my being. * 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 Marcus McFaul * AN INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP Breathe on Me Breath of God 254 If you wish to become a member of Binkley Baptist Church today, TRENTHAM you are invited to come forward during the first verse of the hymn to be welcomed and received.
* RECEPTION AND INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS 341 * BENEDICTION * RESPONSE May the Lord, mighty God, bless and keep you forever. Grant you peace, perfect peace, courage in every endeavor. Lift up your eyes and see God's face, and God's grace forever. May the Lord, mighty God, bless and keep you forever. POSTLUDE Come and Find the Quiet Center arr. Braman Upon leaving the sanctuary, please be mindful of those choosing to use the postlude as their final act of worship. We are grateful for the musical gifts offered today by Sonnie Van Sant, soprano; and Janice Pope, keyboard. Thomas à Kempis: Thomas Hammerken (or Hammerlein -- both mean "little hammer") / Thomas de Kempis / Thomas Hamerken von Kempen was born at Kempen (hence the "A Kempis") in the duchy of Cleves in Germany around 1380. He was educated by a religious order called the Brethren of the Common Life, and in due course joined the order, was ordained a priest, became sub-prior of his house (in the low Countries), and died 25 July 1471. Thomas is known almost entirely for composing or compiling a manual of spiritual advice known as The Imitation of Christ, in which he urges the reader to seek to follow the example of Jesus Christ and to be conformed in all things to His will. 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.
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. 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 commemorate Myra and Josiah Knight s wedding anniversary. The wedding took place 40 years ago today. 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, Julie Nutter, and Tay Nay Sar. * The Congregation standing as each is able. THIS WEEK AT BINKLEY Sunday 7/24 9:45 am Early Worship Lounge 11:00 am Worship: Dale Osborne preaching Sanctuary Monday 7/25 6:30 pm Peace and Justice Subcommittee Lounge Tuesday 7/26 9:30 am Staff Meeting Library 1:00 pm Sermon Shaping Library 7:00 pm Kerygma Bible Study Lounge Wednesday 7/27 9:00 am Morning Prayer Chapel Thursday 7/28 1:30 pm Carolina Meadows Worship Friday 7/29 7:00 pm Church Retreat begins Blowing Rock Sunday 7/31 No Early Worship 7/31 11:00 am Worship: Marcus McFaul preaching Sanctuary
YOU ARE INVITED TO DONATE SHOP VOLUNTEER AT THE 2016 YARD SALE! * Please consider the following areas to volunteer in during the sale: Set Up: most of the work will be done on Saturday, July 30 th. This group gets the rooms set up before the donations come in. Clean Up: Work will be done immediately after the sale is over on August 13. Greeters: Welcome and thank people for coming to the sale. Sort and Receive: Volunteers needed during all intake hours. Children s Room Our wonderful volunteer coordinator is Joy Wood, and if you want to help in any of these areas, please contact her at joy.l.wood@gmail.com or 919-225-3747. * Please start saving these items for the sale, but please do not bring them to the church until July 31: Hangers (adult and children) Paper and plastic Bags Boxes (small-medium) Clean paper for wrapping fragile items * Nobody's watching...come sink your teeth into something sweet and wonderful at the Yard Sale's BAKERY CORNER. Or, crunch on a healthy snack that'll make you feel good all day. We need BAKERS to bring cookies, brownies, granola bars, cheese straws, muffins, and more. [One caution: frosting doesn't do too well in the August heat.] Please bring your goodies to the church kitchen by 3 pm Friday, August 12. If you have questions, please contact Sheryl Scrimsher (slscrims@gmail.com; 919-599- 0037) or Martha Hutt (mmhutt@yahoo.com; 919-969-0008). SHARE YOUR IDEAS FOR THE CHURCH S GROWTH: Program Enhancement Fund The Church Council is seeking creative new ideas to help the church live into our mission statement, which can be read elsewhere in your bulletin today. This year s budget contains a one-time grant to be parceled in unspecified increments to fund events, workshops, lectures, celebrations, building projects etc. (whatever you can imagine) conceived by the Binkley community for the Binkley community. We want to hear your ideas. Email your proposal to Joel Vander Kamp (joelvanderkamp@gmail.com), Pamela Nielsen (pnielsen@dailymoneymanagement.com) or Larry McManus (larry@teamwealthinvestments.com). Please address the following in your proposal: 1. Purpose: How does this project help Binkley live into its Mission Statement? How does it enhance the congregational experience? Does it expand an existing program? Is it aimed at growing our community? etc 2. Narrative of the project 3. Members & staff involved 4. Amount of funds requested 5. Start and end dates 6. What do you consider a success of this idea/project/etc
BINKLEY PRAYER CONCERNS & JOYS CHURCH FAMILY Alex Swanson Jo Flair Caroline Lindsay Martha Henderson Allen Davidson Rachel Avery Bob Phillips Melissa Moore Claudia Cannady Edith Wiggins Bill Bodkin Swanson-Boyd family Lynda Jensen Andi Elliot Carl Henley Deborah Miller HEALTH CENTER RESIDENTS AND THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL Ernie Roberts Marj Boltz Ann Overton Carolyn Kozelka EXTENDED FAMILY Taen & Scott Coats (Burma missionaries) Nanh & Veo Siu (Ehn Rocham & Phyut Siu) Aaron Perkinson, USAF (Nape Baker) Walter Wills (Karen Van Manen) Johnny O Neal (Janet O Neal) Torren Kudzal, US Army (Roal Carlson) Mary Jane O Toole (Melissa Moore & Al Wheless) David Houser (Lynn Houser) Don Knight (Josiah & Myra Knight) Tara Strickland (The Walker Family) Ann and John Glover (Alice Glover) Sharon Stevens (Nan Pardington) Kathy West (Lillian Lee) Joan Hammond (Tim Bradshaw) Jean Stutts (Gary Stutts) Scott Denton (Linda Denton) Dan McInnis (Gary Stutts) Selah Dugdale (Sonnie VanSant) Dirk Leiser (Mary Lou Smith) Jimmy Austin (Rick Holshouser) Donna Tesh (Stephanie Ford) Pinheiro Baptist Church, Maceio, Brazil Marlene Carney (Julie Lentz) DeeDee Hildebrand (Ellen Cole) Susan Drewes (Karen Long) Roger Butler (Erik Butler) Pat Morse (Susan Read) Linda Thompson (Lee and Judy Scott) Charlene Scarborough (Sonnie VanSant) Patricia Blount Mike Kalt (Karen Long) Maria de la Mata Bruno (Maribel Bruno) Jim Sisk (The Walters Family) Binkley Baptist Church 919-942-4964 www.binkleychurch.org OUR STAFF Intentional Interim Minister Marcus McFaul marcus@binkleychurch.org Associate Minister Dale Osborne dale@binkleychurch.org Minister of Christian Formation Stephanie Ford stephanie@binkleychurch.org Minister of Music Daniel C. Cherrix daniel@binkleychurch.org Business Manager Duane Gilbert business@binkleychurch.org Office Manager Stephenie Sanders office@binkleychurch.org Church Council Moderator Nape Baker moderator@binkleychurch.org Diaconate Chair Susan Read susaneread@gmail.com Minister Emeritus Robert E. Seymour