October 7, 2018 11:00 a.m.
Service of the Word and Sacrament October 7, 2018 Twenty-seventh Sunday in Ordinary Time Welcome! It is a pleasure to have you with us this morning. This morning we will use the black New Century Hymnal (NCH) and the green Worship & Song hymnal (W&S). *Indicates when people are invited to stand. We Gather Prelude "Elegy", Edward Landin (b. 1988) Jonas Dawson Welcome Please sign the red Friendship Book in your pew. Call of the Engelbrecht Memorial Bell Choral Introit "I Was Glad", Lloyd Larson Jonas Dawson Blessing of the Choir Robes Leader: The Lord Be With You People: And also with You *Call to Worship Leader: Today we gather around God's table from near and far People: We are the People of God! Leader: Though we differ in language, custom, and tradition People: We are brothers and sisters in Christ! Leader: For there is one Lord, one faith, and one baptism People: We are One in God's Spirit! Leader: We are one and together we remember our Lord Jesus People: For we are the people of Redemption! Leader: He gave himself up for us, so we could be reconciled to God. People: Come, let us worship the God of our Salvation!
*Opening Hymn O God our Help in Ages Past NCH #25 *Opening Prayer *Passing of the Peace We Listen First Reading Philippians 2:1-13 Vonnie Crum Choral Anthem "Love Grows Here", Don Besig Grace Choir led by Jonas Dawson Gospel Reading Matthew 21:23-32 Rev. Dr. Rob Apgar-Taylor Sermon Namaste Ninjas! Rev. Dr. Rob Apgar-Taylor Prayer of the People We Respond Call for Tithes and Offerings Offertory "Simple Gifts", Joseph Brackett Grace Handbell Choir arr. Martha Lynn Thompson Prayer of Dedication Communion Hymn Jesus is Here Right Now NCH #348 *The Great Thanksgiving Leader: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Leader: Lift up your hearts.
People: We lift them up to the Lord. Leader: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People: It is right to give our thanks and praise. Leader:...And so, with your people on earth and all the company of heaven we praise your name and join their unending hymn: People: Holy, Holy, Holy (Sanctus) NCH #792 Leader:...And so, in remembrance of these your mighty acts in Jesus Christ, we offer ourselves in praise and thanksgiving as a holy and living sacrifice, in union with Christ's offering for us, as we proclaim the mystery of faith People: Memorial Acclamation NCH #799 Leader:...Through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, all honor and glory is yours, Almighty Father, now and forever. People: Amen: Threefold NCH #812 The Lord s Prayer (in unison) Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done, on Earth as it is in Heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for Thine is the kingdom, the power, and the glory forever. Amen. *Breaking Bread and Pouring Wine Please be seated Sharing the Elements As you are dismissed from your pew, come forward using the center aisle. This morning we offer bread and your choice of wine (in the silver chalice) or grape juice (in the pottery chalice). Please return to your seats using the side aisles. Music "In the Sweet By and By", Jonas Dawson arr. Marianne Kim (b. 1972)
Blessing after Communion We invite all who would like a blessing, especially children and those who did not participate in communion of bread and cup, to come forward. Announcements We are Sent *Closing Prayer The Church s One Foundation NCH #386 *Closing Hymn *Benediction "Into Your World", Roger Summers Jonas Dawson Ringing of the Engelbrecht Memorial Bell *Postlude "Gothic Minuet on 'Kingsfold'", Jonas Dawson arr. Matthew Walicke (b. 1973) ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ NEW MEMBERS CLASS Our next membership classes will be held on Sunday, October 21 and Sunday, October 28 at 9:45 a.m.. Those who wish to officially join the church after completing the class will be received into the congregation during worship on Sunday, November 4. Please speak to Pastor Rob if you have questions.
Welcome to our Guests! We are delighted that you joined us for worship this morning. Please be sure to sign the red Friendship Book in your pew. If you have any difficulty hearing the service, one of our ushers can provide you with a hearing assistance device. We also have large print bulletins and hymnals available. Children in Kindergarten through 5 th grade are invited to join us for Children s Church - a time of Bible lessons, crafts, songs and other fun activities. We leave the Sanctuary following the Children s Message. For children 5 years and younger, our Nursery is available during the worship service. Following the worship service, please join us for fellowship. Welcome to Grace Church! Special Offering: Neighbors in Need Today! Sunday, October 7th (World Communion Sunday), we will receive the Neighbors in Need (NIN) offering, one of our 5-for-5 UCC special mission offerings. NIN supports the UCC s ministries of justice and compassion throughout the United States. Two-thirds of the offering is used by the UCC's Justice and Witness Ministries (JWM) to support a variety of local and national justice initiatives, advocacy efforts, and direct service projects. One-third of NIN funds support the UCC s Council for American Indian Ministry (CAIM). There are 20 UCC congregations on reservations, and one urban, multi-tribal congregation in Minneapolis. CAIM is also an invaluable resource for more than 1,000 individuals from dozens of other tribes and nations who are members of other UCC congregations in the U.S. Thank you for supporting Neighbors In Need! (Donations can also be made online at www.ucc.org/nin.)
Dinner Church - Sunday, October 14-11:00AM Join us in the Good Shepherd Room for Worship Service A Nepali meal and Sabbatical stories and pictures A note from Pastor Rob - Many of you have asked if there will be a time for me to share stories and pictures of my sabbatical. Yes! On October 14th we will worship in the Good Shepherd Room for our regular service. We will have what we at Veritas call "Dinner Church." Rob and I will make a Nepali meal for everyone and we will eat during the service as we worship. The service will focus on the spiritual connections I discovered during my trip and I will show pictures and share stories. How can you help? I will need a few people to volunteer to set up for it. I would also welcome a few people to make rice for the event. We can make all the rest, but rice is hard to make ahead of time. Let me know if you are able to help! Please join us! (By the way...nepali food is very much like Indian food, but it will not be as spicy.) GRACE UCC -- MISSION OPPORTUNITY Serve at the FCAA Soup Kitchen - Sunday, October 21 Grace Church serves at the Frederick Community Action Agency s Soup Kitchen on the 3rd Sunday of even months. It's a rewarding mission experience and we always have fun. Our next service date is Sunday, October 21st. Won't you join us? PLEASE JOIN US! WHAT: Grace UCC Trick or Treat Event WHEN: Saturday, October 27 TIME: 10:00 am to Noon WHERE: 25 East 2nd Street, Frederick, MD
SIGN-UP FOR SUPPER CLUB! Send an email to admin@grucc.com to add yourself to the Supper Club List. SUPPER CLUB is a social activity in which people are placed in groups of 6-8 to dine together once a month. Whether it s at a restaurant or someone's home, supper club is a great way to meet your church family and have fun together! The only rule is: NO CHURCH BUSINESS!! This is about fun, making friends, and getting to know each other! And, what better way to do that than to eat together? Come Join the Fun & Fellowship! CARING AND SHARING The following are members and friends of our church family who are currently ill, hospitalized, or home-bound. Please keep them in your prayers and perhaps send a note or a card. Addresses can be obtained from the church office, or you can pick up a church directory from one of the ushers. If you know of anyone who should be added to this list, please call the church office. Millie Davis ~ Joe Free ~ Jean Gaver ~ Paul and Miriam Himes Karlene Kaufmann ~ Pam Kehne ~ Betty Linton Please note that hospitals are no longer permitted to contact churches on behalf of their patients. If you know of a church member who is hospitalized, please inform the church office. If you or a family member is hospitalized in an emergency situation, please call Pastor Rob at 240-217-2767.
Wednesday, October 10, 2018 Psalm 55:1-15; Job 15:1-35; Matthew 5:27-36 OR Psalm 112; Jeremiah 3:6-14; Matthew 5:27-36 Thursday, October 11, 2018 Psalm 22:1-15; Job 17:1-16; Hebrews 3:7-19 OR Psalm 90:12-17; Deuteronomy 5:1-21; Hebrews 3:7-19 Sunday, October 7, 2018 27th Sunday in Ordinary Time Job 1:1; 2:1-10; Psalm 26 Hebrews 1:1-4; 2:5-12; Mark 10:2-16 Monday, October 8, 2018 Psalm 55:1-15; Job 8:1-22; 1 Corinthians 7:1-9 OR Psalm 112; Deuteronomy 22:13-30; 1 Corinthians 7:1-9 Tuesday, October 9, 2018 Psalm 55:1-15; Job 11:1-20; 1 Corinthians 7:10-16 OR Psalm 112; Deuteronomy 24:1-5; 1 Corinthians 7:10-16 Friday, October 12, 2018 Psalm 22:1-15; Job 18:1-21; Hebrews 4:1-11 OR Psalm 90:12-17; Deuteronomy 5:22-33; Hebrews 4:1-11 Saturday, October 13, 2018 Psalm 22:1-15; Job 20:1-29; Matthew 15:1-9 OR Psalm 90:12-17; Amos 3:13-4:5; Matthew 15:1-9 Sunday, October 14, 2018 28th Sunday in Ordinary Time Job 23:1-9, 16-17; Psalm 22:1-15; Amos 5:6-7, 10-15; Psalm 90:12-17; Hebrews 4:12-16; Mark 10:17-31 MONTHLY Grace Vine Print Newsletter NEXT ISSUE: NOVEMBER 2018 ARTICLE DEADLINE: Monday, October 15 GO GREEN! GO PAPERLESS! Would you like to get your monthly newsletter by email instead of print? Contact Sarah in the church office at admin@grucc.com.
Treasurer s Report August 2018 2018 Year-to-Date Income: $ 12,722.99 $ 120,817.61 Expenses: $ 17,099.44 $ 171,634.08 Difference: ($ 4,376.45) ($ 50,816.47) Offering Envelopes and Electronic Giving Offering envelopes are available in the Narthex for anyone who would like to use envelopes for regular giving. Simply pick up a box and write your name on the sign-up sheet next to the number that you ve chosen. If you prefer to give electronically, we offer 2 options: 1. the UCC e-giving program allows you to have a regular, recurring donation drafted out of your bank account, or charged to your credit card. (To get started, simply pick up an authorization form in the Narthex, or contact the church office.) 2. make donations through our website using PayPal! Simply click the button at the bottom of the home page - www.grucc.com If you decide to participate in our electronic giving programs, you can pick up some I give electronically cards to place in the offering plate on Sunday mornings. Men s Fellowship Breakfast Saturday, October 13th -- 9AM Bob Evans on Route 40. All men are invited to join us!
GRACE CHURCH CALENDAR Sunday, October 7 Worship: Rev. Dr. Rob Apgar-Taylor 9:45AM Christian Education classes 11:00AM Worship (S) 5:00PM Redemption City Church (S) Monday, October 8 10:00AM Eileen Estes - voice lessons (rm 3) 7:00PM Finance & Property Commission Mtg (rm 3) Tuesday, October 9 5:30PM Eileen Estes - voice lessons (rm 3) 6:30 PM ManKind Project (bsmt) Wednesday, October 10 12:00PM Catoctin Ministerium 6:30PM TFC Youth Group (bsmt) Thursday, October 11 6:00PM TFC Youth Cmte (rm 3) 7:00PM TFC Board Mtg (rm 3) Friday, October 12 12:30PM Coffee with COIPP (GSR) Saturday, October 13 8:00AM Redemption City Church event (S) 9:00AM Men s Breakfast - Bob Evans/Rte 40 Sunday, October 14 Worship: Rev. Dr. Rob Apgar-Taylor 9:45AM Christian Education classes 11:00AM Worship (Dinner Church) (GSR) 5:00PM Redemption City Church (S)
GRACE UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST An Open and Affirming Congregation 25 East 2 nd Street, Frederick, Maryland, 21701 301-662-3312 ~ Office Hours: 9AM-3PM/M-F admin@grucc.com ~ www.grucc.com Rev. Dr. Rob Apgar-Taylor, Pastor pastorrob@grucc.com Jonas Dawson, Director of Music music@grucc.com James Taylor, Bell Choir director bells@grucc.com Tammy Eyler, Nursery Attendant eyler32@gmail.com Tom Tobery, Caretaker Sarah Petermann, Administrative Assistant admin@grucc.com SUNDAY WORSHIP 11:00 AM Holy Communion is celebrated on the first Sunday of every month. WORSHIP ASSISTANTS Sunday, October 7 Scripture Reader: Vonnie Crum Children s Message: Pastor Rob Children s Church: Rob Apgar Altar Guild: Elizabeth Damazo Sunday, October 14 Scripture Reader: Carrie Minnick Children s Message: Earl Bartgis Children s Church: Carol Garrison If you would like to serve as a greeter, or host fellowship time after worship, please add your name to the sign up sheet on the refrigerator in the Good Shepherd Room.