Welcome to Georgetown Presbyterian Church

Welcome to
Georgetown Presbyterian Church
Georgetown Presbyterian Church
January 17, 2016
10:00 am Service
Welcome One Another, as Christ Welcomes You
Romans 15:7
Welcome and Community Sharing
Leader: The Peace of Christ be with you!
People: And also with you!
Let us greet each other in the name of Christ.
Morning Prayer
As the Hart Pant for You, O Lord
Prelude
Blake
Behold, Now is the Day of Salvation
2 Corinthians 6:2
*Call to Worship
“Sing a New Church”
Celebrating the Sacraments of
Baptism & Communion
Leader:
Awake, awake, fling off the night!
People:
For God has sent a glorious light.
Leader:
And we who live in Christ’s new day;
People:
Must share the Word and show the way.
Leader:
Lift up your hearts with one accord!
People:
Praise God through Jesus Christ our Lord.
*Hymn of Praise
First Lesson
January 17, 2016
Ephesians 5:6-20, J.R. Peacey, 1969, adp
Gather Us In
Hymnal #649
Ephesians 2:19-22
Leader: The Word of the Lord.
Pew Bible N.T. Page #181
People: Thanks be to God!
Behold, Now is the Day of Salvation
So We Proclaim; So We Believe
2 Corinthians 6:2
Meditation
No Dogs Allowed
1 Corinthians 15:11
Pastor Mike Williams
Narrative Lesson
Hebrews 10:24-25
Pew Bible N.T. Page #211
Pre-school through Elementary children are invited to attend Sunday classes following the meditation.
Leader: The Word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God!
*Call to Confession
Be Doers of the Word; Blessed in the Doing
*Unison Confession
James 1:22, 25
God of the Covenant,
Reception of New Members
In love, you created the world and all within. In expectation, you placed us
Franklin and Parveen Massey, Aaron Massey
upon the earth to care for your gift of life. And in sorrow, you have seen us
Celebrating the Sacrament of Baptism
exploit rather than share, divide rather than embrace, demand rather than
Child of Blessing, Child of Promise Hymnal #677
give, shout rather than listen. Forgive us Lord, when we forget that we are
Vivian Ryan Illian
Born July 27, 2015
Daughter of Justin & Beth Illian
your children, bound as brothers and sisters of your creative love. Forgive
us Lord, when we fail to reflect your grace, both within the church and
within the world. Heal our divisive natures, that we may more clearly
reflect your hopes and expectations for us . . . . . . .
Silent prayer / meditation / reflection
Leader: In Christ we pray;
People: Amen
*Affirmation of Pardon
*Congregational Response
Presentation of Vivian - Elder Sharon Lawrence
Vows of the Parents ~ Vows of the Congregation
Christ’s Act of Baptism
Introduction of Illian to Her Church Family
Affirmation of Faith - Apostles’ Creed
(The Creed is found on the Back Inside Cover of the Hymnal)
Believe the Good News!
I’m So Glad Jesus Lifted Me!
*Celebration of the Lord's Supper
Hymn of Preparation
Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ
Hymnal #698
Invitation to the Table
Prayer of Thanksgiving & Lord's Prayer (found on the inside back cover of hymnal)
Words of Institution
1 Corinthians 11:23-26
Sharing the Bread and Cup
Come, Share the Lord
Chancel Choir
All who seek a relationship with Christ are invited to come forward to share this spiritual feast.
In preparation, examine your faith life, asking God to open your heart to those actions which,
through the work of the Holy Spirit, will deepen your intimacy with Christ. Please take a piece of
bread from the plate and dip it into the cup, partaking immediately. Gluten free bread has crusts
attached. The cup contains unfermented grape juice. An appropriate response to the Elder’s
words as you receive the elements is "Amen" which means, "Let it be so." Using one loaf and
cup symbolizes our unity in Christ. If coming forward is difficult, you will have the opportunity
to be served in the pew. All ages are invited to the table, for none of us fully understand this gift
of spiritual nourishment that we have been given. The elders will be taking the elements to the
Sunday School and Nursery. The Pastor will be available at the antique communion table for
those who wish a personal moment of prayer.
Community News ~ January 17, 2016
WE ARE GLAD THAT YOU ARE HERE! Please register your attendance in the red pads.
Guests are invited to include contact information if desired. For information about
joining our fellowship, please speak with the pastor or call the church office at 856-6842.
ALL MEMBERS, FRIENDS AND GUESTS ARE ASKED TO REGISTER ATTENDANCE IN THE
RED PADS. Guests are also invited to include contact information if desired. For
information about joining our fellowship, please speak with the pastor or call the church
office at 856-6842. PRAYER REQUEST FORMS ARE LOCATED IN THE ATTENDANCE
PADS. You may place request forms in the offering plate, give them to the pastor or drop
them by the office.
Receiving God's Tithes & Our Gifts
As did the first century church, we will receive the offering as a part of our communion
celebration. The offering is not returned to the front of the sanctuary, but is immediately sent
from our gathering, symbolizing its use beyond church walls.
Send Us Your Grace
Offertory
*Family Portrait
Martin
All worshipers, member, friends, guests, are invited to be a part of
our 2016 Family Portrait.
*Hymn of Dedication
Sing a New Church
Hymnal #577
*Benediction and Response
The Bond of Love
Hymnal #395
We are one in the bond of love;
We are one in the bond of love.
We have joined our spirits with the Spirit of God;
We are one in the bond of love.
O Morning Star
EMERGENCY SHELTER NEEDS. Our winter shelter is busy and will need the following
items through the winter weather: Soups that can be both microwaved and eaten in their
own containers; packets of instant oatmeal (they can be but do not need to be in own
containers); microwave popcorn. Also, any twin bed sheets (flat only, not fitted.) They do
not have to be brand new. These are items we can share equally with our guests. See the
antique communion table for information about our guests.
IF YOU DID NOT RECEIVE A 2016 SPIRITUAL STAR, they are available on the antique
communion table. You may also want to take a “Star Information” sheet with
suggestions on considering the meaning of your star word.
OUR ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING WILL TAKE PLACE FOLLOWING OUR
10:00 AM WORSHIP ON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 21ST. Lunch will be served and three
at large members of the Congregational Nomination Committee will be elected. Our
annual report will be available Sunday, February 14th. After our “meeting” part of
the gathering we will then have our annual COUNTRY COOKING AUCTION!
Proceeds from the auction will support our outreach ministries. Join us to celebrate
2015, to look forward to 2016.
Let us sing now, ev'ry one;
Let us feel his love begun.
Let us join our hands, that the world will know;
We are one in the bond of love.
Postlude
OUR MONTHLY FELLOWSHIP HOUR IS TODAY! All are invited to gather in Tunnell Hall
for fellowship and light refreshments sponsored by the Booth and Illian families. Please
enjoy visiting for a few minutes after the service while our hosts prepare the table.
Hymnal #230
SCRAPBOOKING EVENT ~ Georgetown Presbyterian Church will be hosting a 17 hour
scrapbooking and crafting weekend. We will scrap/craft on Friday, January 29 from 6
pm to 2 am and Saturday, January 30 from 7 am to 4 pm. (You may leave your tables
out overnight.) The Registration Fee of $35 gets you space for your work, uninterrupted
time, mutual support from fellow Scrappers & Crafters, plus your food and drinks! Call
or Text Michele Fletcher, 302-249-0262 or Call the Church Office, 302-856-6842 for
details or to register.
MEMBERS AND FRIENDS CELEBRATING JANUARY BIRTHDAYS:
1 Albert Buchanan
5 Ashley Berry
7 Isobel Murray
7 Krystal Mall
14 Barbara Chudakewich 16 Benish Mall
19 Margie Booth
20 Howard Abbott, Jr
21 Alice Nagle
26 Chris Umsted
28 Betty Kasperski
MEMBERS AND FRIENDS CELEBRATING JANUARY ANNIVERSARIES:(*Celebrating 50+)
17 Mike & Beth Garvilla (1981)
23 Lee & Barbara Turek (1965)
28 Ralph & Chris Umsted (1961)*
Birthdays and Anniversaries: If you don’t see yours listed, please contact the church office at
856-6842 or Office@georgetownpres.com so we can include you!
*ELDERS AND CHURCH GROUP LEADERS are requested to have 2015 committee reports
emailed or delivered to the church office by January 30th to be included in our 2015
Annual Report Booklet!
Georgetown Presbyterian Church
Chartered January 27, 1860
203 North Bedford Street; P.O. Box 46 Georgetown, DE 19947
Office: 856-6842 / Pastor’s Cell: 302-344-1912
or from a cell phone call **pastor (star,star, p-a-s-t-o-r)
Office E-mail: Office@georgetownpres.com
Facebook page: Facebook.com/GeorgetownPres ~ for Current happenings and photos
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Worship Leaders and Staff
The Reverend Michael Williams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pastor
Mrs. Linda C. Wolfe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director of Music
Mrs. Sallie Horner.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Co-Director of Music
The GPC Chancel Choir. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Music Ministry
Mrs. Linda Williams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Children’s Ministry
Elder Betty Kasperski. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Harrison House Sussex-West Ministry
Mr. William Taylor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clerk of Session
Mr. Lee Turek. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Treasurer
Mrs. Beth Garvilla.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Church Office
Mr. Mark Amendt .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Building Service
Mrs. Jennine Money Groene. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ministry Candidate New Castle Presbytery
Session Elders and Commissioned Deacons
Elders serve on the Session for 3 year terms; Deacons are Commissioned for Specific Ministries yearly.
FIRST FRUITS CART ~ When you do your WEEKLY grocery shopping,
consider buying a few cans or staple items to place in our cart BEFORE doing
your regular shopping. The food is donated locally each month.
~~ HOUSEHOLD PRAYER FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2016~~
Each day you are invited to join in this community wide morning and evening prayer.
Morning Prayer: Revealing God, As I rise this day, allow your light to shine
brightly in my heart, that I may reveal that light in all I do. In Christ I pray, amen.
Evening Prayer: Comforting God, as I rest this night, take the cares of this day
from my heart, that I may sleep securely in your love.
In Christ I pray, amen.
Class of 2015:
Class of 2016:
Class of 2017:
Presbytery Liaison:
Deacons:
Carolyn Green, Bob Gulab, Peggy Hallowell, Lidle Stone, Bill Taylor.
Melissa Barron, Jim Martin, Lee Turek, Vacancy
Lucy Buchanan, Reginald Johnson, Sara Davis, Sharon Lawrence.
Betty Kasperski
Candy Abbott (Prayer), Dora George (Hospitality), Vicki Moore (Worship),
Beth Smith (Prayer), Carol Ann Stone (Bereavement), Linda Williams (Mission)
THE MISSION OF GEORGETOWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IS TO LEAD PEOPLE TO
A DEEP AND CONTINUING RELATIONSHIP WITH CHRIST AS WE SEEK TO BECOME
MORE CHRIST-LIKE OURSELVES.
COVER ILLUSTRATION: KRISTIN SORRA FROM “NO DOGS ALLOWED” BY LINDA ASHMAN