Sunday Morning Bulletin
February 19, 2012
Service
Announcements
Faith United Church of Christ
509 Pacific Ave., York, PA 17404
(717) 843‑8991 office@faithuccyork.org www.faithuccyork.org
February 19, 2012 Last Sunday after Epiphany/Transfiguration
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9:00 a.m. Contemporary Worship
Songs and other worship materials are projected on the screen.
Prayer slips are on tables at entrances for you to write down your prayer requests.
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9:45 a.m. Coffee Time
Join us in Fellowship Hall for conversation and refreshments!
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10:00 a.m. Sunday School
Sunday School Classes for all ages are listed in brochures in the Welcome Center.
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11:00 a.m. Worship
Regular Print: Leader Bold Print: All
*All who are able, please stand
Announcements & Greeting Place prayer slips in prayer bowls at entrances.
Please sign blue pew pad.
Prelude “We Will Glorify” (Paris) Kevin S.
Call to Worship Psalm 50:1‑6
The mighty one, God the Lord, speaks and summons the earth from the rising of the sun to its setting.
Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God shines forth.
Our God comes and does not keep silence, before him is a devouring fire, and a mighty tempest all around him.
He calls to the heavens above and to the earth, that he may judge his people:
"Gather to me my faithful ones, who made a covenant with me by sacrifice!"
The heavens declare his righteousness, for God himself is judge.
Lighting of Christ Candle
Chorus "Walk in the Light"
We will walk in the light, the beautiful light.
Come where the dew drops of mercy shine bright.
Shine all around us by day and by night. Jesus, the light of the world.
*Opening Hymn "Jesus, Take Us to the Mountain" on insert
(from The New Century Hymnal, #183)
Anthem “I’ve God Peace Like a River” (Arr. Shawn Berry) Men of Faith
Time with Our Children Pastor Ron Oelrich
Sacrament of Baptism Pastor Ron Oelrich & Seminarian Kathy D.
Invitation & Address
Questions of the Candidates
Do you desire to have your children baptized into the faith and family of Jesus Christ?
We do.
Will you encourage these children to renounce the powers of evil and to receive the freedom of new life in Christ?
We will, with the help of God.
Will you teach these children that they may be led to profess Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior?
We will, with the help of God.
Do you promise, by the grace of God, to be Christ's disciples, to follow in the way of our Savior, to resist oppression and evil, to show love and justice, and to witness to the work and word of Jesus Christ as best you are able?
We do, with the help of God.
Do you promise, according to the grace given you, to grow with these children in the Christian faith, to help these children to be faithful members of the church of Jesus Christ, by celebrating Christ's presence, by furthering Christ's mission in all the world, and by offering the nurture of the Christian church so that they may affirm their baptism?
We do, with the help of God.
Congregational Assent
Jesus calls us to make disciples of all nations and to offer them the gift of grace in baptism. Do you, who witness and celebrate this sacrament, promise your love, support, and care to the ones about to be baptized, as they live and grow in Christ?
We promise our love, support, and care.
Affirmation of Faith
Let us unite with the church in all times and places in confessing our faith in the triune God. Do you believe in God?
I believe in God.
Do you believe in Jesus Christ?
I believe in Jesus Christ.
Do you believe in the Holy Spirit?
I believe in the Holy Spirit.
Prayer of Baptism
Christ be with you.
And also with you.
Let us pray¼ Amen.
Act of Baptism
Prayer for the Baptized
Hymn "We Are God's People" BLUE Hymnal #546
Scriptures 2 Kings 2:1‑12; Mark 9:2‑9
Message "Radiating the Light" Pastor Ron Oelrich
Prayers of the Day Seminarian Kathy D.
Our Lord's Prayer
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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
Offering Invitation
We are the light of the world. May our light shine in the world as we share Christ with one another in the giving of our time, our talents and our treasures. Our gifts and offerings will now be received.
Offertory “It Is Good to Sing Thy Praises” (Martin) Kevin S.
Doxology BLUE Hymnal #384
*Prayer of Dedication
Gracious God
Bless the gifts we now freely give as an act of worship. Teach us to wisely make use of all that you have given to us. In Jesus' name we pray. Amen.
*Closing Hymn "Pass It On" BLUE Hymnal #641
*Commission and Blessing
*Recessional led by the Light of Christ
*Postlude “Trumpet Allemande” (Holborne) Kevin Smith
ALTAR FLOWERS are presented in honor of Donald’s birthday by Joyce S. and family.
BULLETINS are sponsored by Dale & Sandy L. in honor of their grandson, Brett L. birthday.
USHER/GREETERS: Nancy K., Linda S. (9:00); Ron & Bonnie H., Gary & Doris S. (11:00).
ANNOUNCEMENTS (11:00): Barry N.
ACOLYTE (11:00): Aaron C.
GUEST ORGANIST (11:00): Kevin S.
LITURGIST (11:00): Lee Ann S.
NURSERY: Jeff & Karen B. (9:00); Joyce L. (11:00).
SOUND SYSTEM: Larry B. (9:00); Tom B. (11:00).
AFTER THE SERVICE (11:00): Gary & Doris S. will be at the corner door.
REMEMBER IN PRAYER: Ron C. (son of Jeraey C.) had surgery at York Hospital and is now home. Cindy R. received treatment at York Hospital and is now home.
REMEMBER to sign the blue pew pad and pass it to your neighbor.
BAPTIZED TODAY Isaiah Ryan K. and Ethan Nathaniel K., sons of Brandon J. K. and Sarah E. R.. Rebecca R., grandmother of Isaiah and Ethan, is their Godparent. Their great-grandmother is Joyce R.
NEWSLETTER DEADLINE is today. Help is needed Thursday, February 23, to prepare the newsletters for mailing. If you can help, please notify the office early in the week.
HIGHER GROUND singer, Rachel E., will be performing in Northeastern High School's production of Beauty & the Beast, Feb. 24 & 25 at 7 pm, and Feb. 26 at 2 pm. Tickets are $8 for students and senior citizens, and $10 for adults. To order tickets, call (717) 266‑7349 or go online to www.nhsdramatics.org.
CONVERSATION with Laurene Bowers: Join us on Sunday, March 4, for a spaghetti lunch, following the 11:00 a.m. worship, and conversation with our Conference Associate Minister, Rev. Dr. Laurene Bowers, immediately after. We are providing Laurene with our thoughts from the cottage meetings and we’ll hear some of her input and recommendations. This is a great event to invite a friend to; all ideas are valuable! Hope to see you all there!
SUNDAY SCHOOL MEETING for all Sunday School teachers is Monday, March 5, at 6:30 p.m. in the downstairs social hall.
SENIOR MOMENTS planning meeting will be held Tuesday, March 6, at 3:30 p.m. in the fellowship hall, followed by dinner at Old Country Buffet.
UPPER ROOM daily devotion guides for March/April are in the bulletin board rack near the elevator. Large print is also available.
FLOWER CHART is posted on the bulletin board near the elevator. Flowers are $25. A sponsor is needed for next Sunday, February 26. Sponsors are also needed March 18 & 25. When you sign the chart, please also fill out a green “flower donor” slip for Tina H. These slips are hanging near the chart.
BASKET B‑I‑N‑G‑O
Wednesday, April 11, 7:00 p.m.
(Alert Fire Hall, Emigsville)
Proceeds benefit Church Campers and Mission Projects
See Jen D. or Connie L. to buy tickets ($12) or to sponsor baskets.
Can you help? We are looking for:
groups or individuals to donate baked goods. basket sponsors.
people to help get door prizes. people to sell tickets to family, friends, neighbors, co‑workers, etc.
help at the fire hall April 11 from 5:00 until ??.
Anyone interested in helping in any way with this fund raiser should contact Jen or Connie as soon as possible. A sign‑up sheet will be on the desk at the corner door to indicate how you can help. Whatever time you can give would be appreciated. Thank you.
WEIS & GIANT gift cards are sold by the Young Faith Class as an ongoing fund raiser for the Building Maintenance Fund. See Gary or Doris S.
PANTRY SHELVES During February we are gathering lunch items for The W.E.L.L. Suggestions: hash, beef stew, soup, peanut butter, jelly and macaroni & cheese. Please place your donations on the shelves near the corner entrance.
COPIES of last Sunday’s bulletin are available in the bulletin board rack next to the elevator.
CALENDAR HIGHLIGHTS
Today
Baptism, 11:00 a.m.
Newsletter deadline
Monday
Worship Team, 6:30 p.m.
Tuesday
Men’s breakfast, Alexander’s, 8:00 a.m.
Higher Ground rehearsal, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday Ash Wednesday
Communion and Ashes, 7:00 p.m.
Thursday
Chancel Choir rehearsal, 6:45 p.m.
Faith Singers rehearsal, 8:00 p.m.
Friday/Saturday
30-Hour Famine at Heidelberg UCC
Next Sunday First Sunday in Lent
February 29
Wednesday Evening Lenten Service
Supper, 6:00 p.m.
Service, 7:00 p.m.
March 1
Women’s Guild, 9:30 a.m.
March 4
Communion, 9:00 & 11:00 a.m.
Lunch/meeting with Laurene Bowers
March 5
Sunday School meeting, 6:30 p.m