THE OLIN T. BINKLEY MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH OCTOBER 14, 2018 THE TWENTY-FIRST SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST The Spirit is still seeking to recruit us to be a part of the beloved community of racial justice and equality. Some persons and family communities have answered the call The Spirit seeks to recruit us in to the Beloved Community, where our standing as equals is conferred by grace alone. We stand between two gospels about race the gospel of racial exceptionalism and the gospel of human race equality of being. ~James Forbes, Whose Gospel? A Concise Guide to Progressive Protestantism
CELEBRATING OUR FAITH RINGING OF THE SANCTUS BELL CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP Praise God s Holy Name Keith Hampton Sing till the power of the Lord come down. Shout Hallelujah! Praise God's Holy name! Amazing grace, how sweet the sound that saved a wretch like me; I once was lost, but now I'm found, was blind, but now I see. Jesus how I love Thee! Shout Hallelujah! Praise God's Holy name! Must Jesus bear the cross alone and all the world go free? No, there's a cross for everyone and there's a cross for me. * INVOCATION AS CALL TO WORSHIP (inspired by Hebrews 1:1-4) We praise you, O God, for breaking through to us in the person of Jesus. When the words of the prophets went unheard and when their actions were ignored, you spoke the creative word once more. Bringing order out of chaos again this time not to bring a world into being, but to bring your very being into the world. The essence of your love taking on our flesh. One: In the midst of this congregation, we praise you. Many: With our lives, we worship you. One: Gracious God, Creator, Redeemer and Sustainer, Many: to you be all glory and honor, now and forever. Amen written by Moira Laidlaw * PROCESSIONAL HYMN God Has Spoken by the Prophets see insert * PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST One: The Peace of Christ be with you. Many: And also with you. Stephanie Ford OPPORTUNITIES FOR SERVICE, GROWTH, AND FELLOWSHIP Complete the requested information and then pass it back down the row. Thank you for worshipping with us at Binkley! THE HEBREW LESSON Jeremiah 18:1-11 MINISTRY THROUGH THE DECADES Tonya Hamm & Tim Ross ANTHEM He Never Failed Me Yet Robert Ray I will sing of God's mercy, every day, every hour, God gives me power. I will sing and give thanks to thee, for all the dangers, toils and snares that God has brought me out. God is my strength, and I'll serve God, no matter what the test. Trust and never doubt, Jesus will surely bring you out, He never failed me yet. I know that God is able to deliver in time of storm. I know that God will keep you safe from all earthly harm. One day when my weary soul is at rest, I'm going home to be forever blessed. Didn't my God deliver Moses from King Pharaoh? And didn't God cool the fiery furnace for Shadrach, Meshach, and Abednego? When I think of what my God can do, God delivered Daniel, I know God will deliver you.
BUILDING OUR FUTURE PRESENTATION OF ELLIS DEAN KIMPLE (born April 11, 2018) Adam, Kelly, Leland & Ellis Dean Kimple Pastor: Congregation, what promises do you make to this family? People: We promise to express our faithfulness to Christ in love for one another and for the whole of God s creation. We are honored to share in your love for Ellis Dean Kimple! We promise to hold him as a beloved child of God. We pray that he will know the love of God because they he has known our love. PARENT-CHILD DEDICATION HYMN Beloved Child, Beloved Community see insert Various stanzas sung during Dedication PRAYER OF BLESSING & PASTORAL PRAYER ANTHEM AT THE OFFERING More Than Anything Lamar Campbell I lift my hands in total adoration unto You, You Reign on the Throne, for You are God and God alone. Because of You my cloudy days are gone, I can sing to You this song. I just want to say that I love You more than anything. I love You Jesus, I worship and adore you. THE NEW TESTAMENT LESSON Acts 2:17-18 SERMON The Recruitment of God s Dream Rev. Dr. James Forbes * AN INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP Let Truth and Mercy Find Here 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. see insert RECEPTION & INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS 341 * BLESSING & BENEDICTION * BENEDICTION RESPONSE Shalom to You Now 436 The response is sung once by the choir and once by the entire assembly. POSTLUDE Grand Choeur in D Major Alexander Guilmant Upon leaving the Sanctuary, please be mindful of those choosing to use the Postlude as their final act of worship.
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. We are so glad you have chosen to worship with us today. Please leave your name and contact information in the Friendship Register so we can get to know you better. The Chancel Choir and the Choir from Barbee s Chapel., given by the Ripley-Moffitt family, celebrate the memory of Hilda Moffitt, a founding Binkley member born October 13, 1921, and Charles Ripley, Sr, who died October 11, 2013. is taken from one of Binkley s first pictorial directories in early 1960. We are thrilled to have Herman Thomas with us today in worship. are available in the Narthex. by permission under OneLicense.net A-701712. Heather McCuiston, Hser Ku, and Grace Wheeler. as each is able. THIS WEEK AT BINKLEY Sunday 10/14 BARBEE S AT BINKLEY 9:00 am Morning Celebration Lounge 9:30 am Sunday School 11:00 am Worship: James Forbes preaching Sanctuary 12:15 pm Potluck Lunch Fellowship Hall 8:30 pm Youth Rafting Trip Returns Monday 10/15 7:00 pm Church Council Lounge Tuesday 10/16 9:30 am Staff Meeting Library 1:00 pm Sermon Shaping Library 7:00 pm Kerygma Bible Study Lounge Wednesday 10/17 9:00 am Morning Prayer Chapel 4:00 pm Immortal Diamond Discussion Group Library 5:30 pm Wednesday Night Series Lounge 6:00 pm Children s Choir Room 15 7:30 pm Chancel Choir Choir Room Saturday 10/20 2:00 pm Seymour Symposium Team Library
Sunday 10/21 9:00 am Morning Celebration Lounge 9:30 am Sunday School 11:00 am Worship: Marcus McFaul preaching Sanctuary 12:15 pm Reference Team Lunch and Conversation Fellowship Hall 5:00 pm Youth Choir Choir Room 6:00 pm Youth Group Sunroom/Lounge 60TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION CONTINUES: This morning we welcome Rev. Dr. James Forbes, Binkley s first ministry intern, as our guest preacher. You might remember Dr. Forbes from when he preached at our Homecoming Celebration in 2015. He is the Distinguished Senior Minister Emeritus of The Riverside Church in Manhattan, where he served as their first African-American Senior Minister from 1989-2007. He holds a BS in Chemistry from Howard University, an MDiv from Union Theological Seminary, and a DMin from Colgate Rochester Divinity School. He is the President and Founder of the Healing of the Nations Foundation, a social, religious, and environmental justice organization based in New York. Our sister congregation, Barbee s Chapel, also joins us for worship and we will enjoy a time of food and fellowship together following the service. Please join us in the Fellowship Hall. This is always a great time to renew friendships with our friends from Barbee s. 60 TH ANNIVERSARY EVENTS COMING UP: Brunswick Stew Supper October 27, 6-8pm, Fellowship Hall Charles Carver treats us to his famous Brunswick Stew and we enjoy fellowship as a church family. A History of Binkley November 2, 6 pm, Fellowship Hall We will be treated to Lyman Ferrell s dramatic interpretation of Binkley s history. Directed by Ellin Porterfield. Hors d oeuvres and dessert served. Habitat Builds November 3 & 10 Sign up in the Narthex to help build A Beloved Community, affordable housing for seniors in Orange County. GET YOUR NEW KEY CARDS: We have upgraded our automated door system, and your old key cards no longer work. You will need to get a new key to access the building. C.L. Morton & Don Willhoit will be in the Sunroom today after worship issuing new keys. Stop by before or after you enjoy lunch with our Barbee s friends. Key cards are free-of-charge for members and friends of Binkley. WEDNESDAY NIGHT SERIES: Oct. 17, 5:30 pm, Lounge: Program: Randy Bell and Conversations with America. Alliance of Baptist s friend and author of fourteen books, Randy Bell raises questions about what it means to be an American in the early 21st century. In his new book, Conversations with America, Bell champions respectful conversations that consist not just of talking, but also listening fully to what others are saying, and the transformative possibilities that result. Director of Spring Creek Spirituality, Bell brings Buddhist underpinnings to his work. Check Event in the Friendship Register or contact the office by NOON ON MONDAY 10/15 to make a reservation. Dinner is $7 for adults, $4 for children.
LUNCH AND CONVERSATION: Sponsored by the Reference Team: Sunday, October 21, Postworship: The Reference Team invites you to a time of discernment and further sharing about our proposed Congregational Behavioral Covenant. Undergirding all we do is how we show respect and care for each other in one-on-one conversations, small gatherings and congregational meetings and events. Having received your ideas at the Lunch and Learn on June 10, the Reference Team has incorporated these ideas into a draft Behavioral Covenant for your consideration. We invite your attendance on Sunday, October 21 st following church when we will enjoy lunch together and consider this covenant and your response. We hope you will join us for this important time in the life of our church. Please let the church office know if you would like childcare. Thank you. The Binkley Church Reference Team POTLUCK GROUPS: STILL TIME TO JOIN! Last year we had the idea of putting together groups for people interested in getting together for potlucks over a six-month period. One group had ice cream one time, made music together another time, and had several potlucks too. Another group got together monthly for the six months and has decided to stay together for another four months. Other groups met less frequently, but still had a chance to get to know each other better. The six months are up and it is time to sign up for groups again. All are welcome. Children are adored. People will be assigned to a group with the goal of mixing people together who may not know each other well. The potluck groups are meant to provide an opportunity for people to meet for fun and fellowship, forming new bonds and deepening others. If you have questions, please call Gretchen Aylsworth (919-942-7817) or Sibyl Wagner (919-967- 9733). Sign up to volunteer for the Patch in the Narthex, or stay after lunch today to help us unload the delivery truck! Invite your neighbors and friends. The more the merrier! It s like being at a village fair with loving church friends making it so. Healthy snacks provided, too!
. BINKLEY PRAYER CONCERNS AND JOYS CHURCH FAMILY April Harper Tim Bradshaw Gladess Crisp Katie Jelen Rachel Avery Carl Henley Lee Scott Weldon Thornton Ted Rabalais Al Wheless Edith Wiggins HEALTH CENTER RESIDENTS AND THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL Ann Overton Carolyn Kozelka Ginny Lansing Bill Moffitt Bill Bodkin Nancy Joyner EXTENDED FAMILY Aaron and Vianey Perkinson, Assam AFB, South Korea (Nape Baker) The Comprehensive Rural Health Project, Jamkhed (Connie Gates) The Binkley Church Council The Binkley Diaconate Bob Osborne (Dale Osborne) Tom Long (Karen Long) Dirk Leiser (Mary Lou Smith) Nanh & Veo Siu (Ehn Rocham & Phyut Siu) David Houser (Paul Lindsay) Beth Posner (Sarah Hill Colwell) Tan & Scott Coats (Burma missionaries) Joan Hammond (Tim Bradshaw) Johnny O Neal (Janet O Neal) Torren Kudzal, US Army (Roal Carlson) Diane Kudla (Marge Miles) Nancy Dixon (Pam Swanson Boyd) Maria de la Mata Bruno (Maribel Bruno) Tammy Jordan (Roy Brock) Ann & John Glover (Alice Glover) Dean Johnson (Terry Huneycutt-Horn) Betsy Bradley (Julie Lentz) Ethan Zolit (Martha Hutt) Pinheiro Baptist Church, Maceio, Brazil Kathy Wajerski (Peg Williams) John Bankhead (Stewart Bankhead) Tara Strickland Hogan(The Walker Family) Scott Carpenter (Libba Wells) Don Knight (Josiah & Myra Knight) Valerie & Percell Harper (April Harper) Aggie Mills (Karin Mills) Virginia Taylor (Kristen Smith) Terri Jones (Julie Lentz) Sarah Bednarek (Karen Long) Lewis Ford (Stephanie Ford) Mary Alice Kearley (Christine Jernigan) Dan McInnis (Gary Stutts) John Wofford (Adams Wofford) Alice Meisner (Craig Meisner) Abe Grossman (Sibyl Wagner) Herman Pearce (Eva Clontz) OUR STAFF Senior Minister Associate Minister Minister of Christian Formation Interim Minister of Music and Organist Marcus McFaul Dale Osborne Stephanie Ford Josh Dumbleton marcus@binkleychurch.org dale@binkleychurch.org stephanie@binkleychurch.org josh@binkleychurch.org 919-237-9120 919-237-9125 919-928-5873 919-928-5491 Business Manager Office Manager Sexton Duane Gilbert Stephenie Sanders Charles Myhand business@binkleychurch.org office@binkleychurch.org sexton@binkleychurch.org 919-237-9123 919-928-5892