First Presbyterian Church
The Twenty Second Sunday After Pentecost
All Saints Sunday
Sunday, November 1, 2009 8:30 and 10:00 AM
The Prelude A time to be silent in preparation for worship
“Holy Ground” by Davis
*The Opening Hymn #154 “We Bow Down”
Welcome and Announcements
Ringing Our Historic Church Bells
The Call to Worship (responsive)
L: Praise the Lord! Praise the Lord, O my soul! Blessed is he whose help is the God of Jacob, whose hope is in God.
C: He made heaven and earth, the sea, and all that is in them.
L: The Lord lifts up all who are bowed down; the Lord loves the righteous.
C: He watches over the sojourners; he lifts up the widow and the fatherless, but the way of the wicked he brings to ruin.
L: The Lord will reign forever.
C: Praise the Lord!
The Anthem: “You Are My King” arr. by Fettke
Prayer of Confession (unison)
We confess that we do not love you with all our heart, soul, and mind. And as far as loving our neighbors as ourselves, that is difficult because we do not have love for ourselves. Forgive us for avoiding and rejecting your love, preferring to stay blind to your goodness rather than have eyes to see how you work in and through your creation. Amen.
Assurance of Pardon
Gloria Patri #812
The Pastoral Prayer/Lord’s Prayer
Offertory As a tangible expression of our gratitude to God, we joyfully offer our monetary gifts to financially support God's Work at First Presbyterian Church
Offertory Music “Be Still and Know” by Chapman
Soloist: Travis Hall
*Doxology “Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him, all creatures here below. Praise Him above, ye heavenly host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen”
*Prayer of Dedication
Prayer of Illumination
First Reading of Scripture Hebrews 9:11-14 pg. 223 N.T.
8:30: LeRue Werner
10:00: Stan Holzhauer
*The Hymn of Preparation #184 “Thy Word”
Second Reading Ruth 1:1-18 pg. 241 O.T.
The Sermon “Border Crossings ” Rev. Shafer
Remembrance of Our Departed Ones
The Sacrament of Holy Communion
*The Closing Hymn “Shout to the Lord” (insert)
*Greeting Each Other In Christian Love
*The Pastoral Benediction
The Postlude “We Will Glorify” by Parks
First Presbyterian Church
PROCLAIMING THE WORD IN THE REFORMED TRADITION SINCE 1874
A Congregation of The Presbyterian Church (USA)
404 Spruce Street Elk Rapids, Michigan 49629
(231) 264-8167 FAX (231) 264-0162
A Stephen Ministry Congregation
Church Email: info@erfpc.org
Website: www.erfpc.org
INTERIM SENIOR PASTOR
The Rev. Harold (Hal) Shafer
ASSOCIATE PASTOR
The Rev. Sandra K. Murray
DIRECTOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Pamela Bekkering
DIRECTOR OF YOUTH MINISTRY
Gary Bekkering
THE SESSION
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2009 |
2010 |
2011 |
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William (Bill) Clark |
Brenda Corner |
Brandon Darin |
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Susan Cook |
Melvin (Mel) Matchett |
Peter (Pete) Eckardt |
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Donald Fedrigon |
Sarah Miller |
John Moore |
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Sue Flowers |
Nancy Muhlig |
Ramona (Mona) Nelson |
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Kennie (Ken) May |
Dale Wagner |
Betty Tezak |
THE BOARD OF DEACONS
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2009 |
2010 |
2011 |
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Saundra (Sandy) Blackmore |
Shanna Branding |
Sandra (Sandy) Davids |
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Margaret (Peggy) Bushnell |
Mary Anne Frey |
Janet (Jan) Johnson |
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Dianne Hall |
Denise Heeke |
Leonard Orzechowski |
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Mark Haskell |
Eleanor (Elle) Holdsworth |
Diane Thompson |
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Jane Lund |
Adam Schuler |
Margaret (Marge) Weitschat |
THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES
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2009 |
2010 |
2011 |
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Ronnie Blackmore |
James (Jim) Goodall |
Loyal Cobb |
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Kenneth (Ken) Cook |
Donald (Don) Shurte |
Jane Croftchik |
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James (Jim) Nothoff |
Peter (Pete) VanDenBerge |
Jonathan (Jon) Heeke |
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Christine Schuler |
Kenneth (Ken) Weitschat |
Richard (Dick) Schurch |
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Beth Serrell |
Harry Widman |
Gerald Thorley |
PASTOR EMERITUS
The Rev. Dr. Daniel K. Herlein
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This Week’s Activities |
Next Week’s Activities |
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TODAY, November 1 Communion Sunday 8:00 am Prayer Time 8:30 am Worship Service 10:00 am Sunday School 10:00 am Worship Service 11:05 am Special Cong. Meeting 4:00 pm Community Choir 5:00 pm MS Youth @ LS 7:00 pm HS Youth @ LS MONDAY, November 2 1:00 pm Blood Drive 3:00 pm Facilities Committee TUESDAY, November 3 9:30 am Outreach Ministry Team 3:30 pm Staff Meeting 6:30 pm Christian Education MT 7:00 pm Communication MT WEDNESDAY, November 4 6:30 am Breakfast Club @t LS NO Bible Study 2:30 pm Finance Committee 4:30 pm Choir Rehearsal 7:00 pm Youth Ministry Team THURSDAY, November 5 7:00 am Men’s Bible Study 9:00 am Bulletin Items Due 9:00 am 1st Place 4 Health FRIDAY, November 6 9:00 am Bulletin Print 12:00 pm Trustee Packet Print |
SUN., Nov. 8 8:00 am Prayer Time 8:30 am Worship Service 10:00 am Sunday School 10:00 am Worship Service 11:05 am Youth Luncheon 11:45 am Elder/Deacon Training 4:00 pm Community Choir 5:00 pm MS Youth @ LS 7:00 pm HS Youth @ LS MON., Nov. 9 12:00 pm Newsletter Articles Due 5:00 pm Board of Trustees TUE., Nov. 10 8:30 am Building Committee 1:00 pm Care Team 2:00 pm Nurture Ministry Team 3:30 pm Staff Meeting 4:00 pm Stephen Ministry WED., Nov. 11 6:30 am Breakfast Club @ LS 10:00 am Bible Study Resumes 3:00 pm Worship Ministry Team 4:30 pm Choir Rehearsal THU., Nov. 12 9:00 am Bulletin Items Due 9:00 am 1st Place 4 Health 7:00 pm Women’s Association FRI., Nov. 13 9:00 am Bulletin Print 9:00 am Community Cupboard Del 12:00 pm Session Packet Print 7:00 pm Movie Night |
The Mission Statement of First Presbyterian Church
SHARING, GROWING, AND LIVING OUR FAITH IN CHRIST
This we seek to accomplish by
Introducing Jesus Christ to those who do not know Him;
Deepening the faith and commitment of those who already know Him;
Demonstrating Christ’s way of love in service to the world
GREETERS 8:30 Don & Nina Stewart
GREETERS 10:00 Glen & Joyce Simmons
USHERS 8:30 Tom & Diane Thompson
Mark & Ronnie Blackmore
USHERS 10:00 Dave & Shanna Branding
George & Shirley Landon
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OUR ACOLYTE TODAY is Andy Atkinson
CHANCEL FLOWERS are placed by Lou and Nancy Sanford in celebration of their 41st wedding anniversary.
PLEASE REMEMBER OUR SHUT-IN FRIENDS Edith Crider, Helen Gibbs, Doris Harrison, Elinor Herrmann, Earl Morrison, Vern Oxender, Cecil and Irene Smith.
CHILD CARE facilities are available in order to keep our services in the spirit of worship. Children who are infants through three years of age are invited. Assisting our Childcare Coordinator, Melissa West, today are Katie DeRosha and JoEllen Gilreath. Scheduled to assist next week is Jane Lund.
MASON’S PANCAKE BRUNCH at the Masonic Hall today from 9:00 to 1:00 PM. Cost is $7.00. Everyone is welcome!
A SPECIAL CONGREGATION MEETING TODAY: There will be a special meeting of the Congregation following the second service, to hear a report and a recommendation from the Building Committee regarding the Office Addition expansion project. Today, there is posted in Fellowship Hall a full sized drawing of the floor plan for this project; the new office area, renovation of the Narthex area and current office space and a new handicapped entrance with a new elevator. Please take a minute to review this floor plan.
ADULT SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS A new adult Sunday school class, “Discovering Spiritual Maturity” starts November 8, and will continue through December 20, 2009, at 10 a.m. (during the second service).This class focuses on four basic habits that every Christian needs to develop in order to grow to spiritual maturity. The habits are:
(1) Studying the Bible,
(2) Having a daily quiet time with God - prayer,
(3) Giving back to God, and
(4) Fellowship with God’s family.
The class will be led by Pastor Sandy Murray. Please contact Pastor Sandy (264-8167) for further information or to sign up for the class.
SUNDAY SCHOOL LOCATIONS
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Toddlers (18 – 36 months) |
Nursery |
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Pre-K – Grade 5 |
Lower Level |
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Jr. & Sr. High |
LightShack |
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Parenting Class |
Fellowship Hall |
THE MEN’S FELLOWSHIP BIBLE STUDY AND BREAKFAST will meet this coming Thursday, November 4. We meet in the library (on the first Thursday of each month) at 7:00 AM for a brief Bible Study, after which those who wish to do so will gather at T.J. Charlie’s for a quick breakfast and time of fellowship. Advance reading materials are located on the table near the library. Men of all ages, come and join us as we learn, grow, and fellowship together.
THE OWNERS OF PEARL’S RESTAURANT have generously established a program called HELP EVERYONE EAT. The first Thursday of each month, 5% of their total sales will be donated to the Elk Rapids Community Cupboard. Please take advantage of this opportunity to support the Community Cupboard and enjoy an excellent meal. Let all of your friends know of this generous program provided by Pearl’s.
FREE FAMILY “MOVIE & POPCORN NIGHT” NOVEMBER 13: Calling all kids from kindergarten through fifth grade and their parents, Friday the 13th is your lucky day!! Back by popular demand is our free movie & popcorn family fun night. Bring your popcorn appetite, beanbag toss prowess and favorite floor pillow or blanket. Join us in Fellowship Hall for an evening of fun from 7 – 9 p.m. We’ll start with games from 7 to 7:30 to run off excess energy, then head for the popcorn and lemonade stand before finding a comfy spot for watching the movie’ “Because of Winn-Dixie” (“One of the Best Family Movies in Years, a heartwarming tale of a girl and the four legged friend who changes her life.”) Sign-up in the Narthex between Sundays services on November 1, and 8. Kids should plan to bring a parent to the movie. Fellowship Ministry Team
THE NEW ER FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH DIRECTORY HAS ARRIVED! If you had your photo taken by Lifetouch, please stop in the Narthex and pick up a copy that has been reserved for you. Fifty extra copies were purchased. Others desiring a copy of the updated directory may be purchased for $5.
ON 10 NOVEMBER 2009, the 234th Birthday of the Marine Corps will be celebrated. This year there will be a Birthday Party and Veterans Ball, honoring ALL veterans held at the local AMVETS Post 114 on 10 November. The event will commence at 1800 with a ceremony at 1900, followed by dancing 1930. Tickets are $7.50 each and may be purchased at the AMVET Post located on Bridge Street. For further information, contact LtCol Sam Pfeiffer USMC (Ret) (231) 264-8487.
FLU GUIDELINES: The Worship Ministry Team has approved the Guidelines for Flu prevention as listed in the today’s bulletin insert. To help implement these guidelines, donations of boxes of tissue and/or bottles of hand sanitizer are being accepted (or donations of money to purchase these items). You can leave either of these in the office or in the box near the Welcome Table. Thanks!
YOUR 2010 GIVING ENVELOPES are ready to be picked up! They are on the table in the Fellowship Hall, in alphabetical order. PLEASE, help the church save postage by take your envelopes home today.
NEED A GIFT FOR THE PERSON WHO “HAS EVERYTHING”? Honor a loved one by purchasing a gift card this week or next. Your donations to local service agencies help those in need, and are a thoughtful way to send Christmas, birthday, and celebratory wishes. Watch for our display in the Fellowship Hall right across from Coffee Central, or in the Narthex after second service. The agencies are: Acme Christian Thrift Store, Antrim County Commission on Aging, Eagle Village, Good Samaritan Family Services, and Traverse Health Clinic. The beautiful and colorful beads are also still available in the Fellowship Hall.
LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT WREATH CANDLES: The Advent Season begins on Sunday, November 29. If your family or group has an interest in lighting the Advent Candle on one of the Sundays of Advent or at one of the three Christmas Eve services, please place your family name or group name by the date of your choice on the Advent Candle Sign-up Sheet which is located on the bulletin board in Fellowship Hall. You may also call the church office at 264-8167.
WELCOMING VISITORS: One of the goals of the Worship Ministry Team is to make guests at our worship services feel welcome. With that in mind, we have placed name tags in the red attendance books for anyone without a name tag to fill in and wear. We are also reserving the last two pews in the Sanctuary for people who arrive late so they do not have to search for a seat. You, too, can help by making a special effort to greet anyone you do not know before, during or after our church service. Thanks, the Worship Ministry Team
A NOTE OF THANKS AND A GENTLE REMINDER: Thank you for remembering that the expenses of our church continue even when you cannot be present for worship on a particular Sunday. Thank you for keeping this is mind before you leave or when you return. Your faithfulness is important and very much appreciated.
CONTINUOUS, ONGOING, YOUTH FUND RAISER: You can donate your returnable (only) bottles and cans to help fund scholarships for mission trips and retreats for our Youth.
The Sacrament
of
Holy Communion
THE INVITATION TO THE TABLE
Jesus wishes that all come to His table, none are excluded, those who believe in Jesus are welcome along with those searching, and those needing the assurance Jesus gives.
[Our Personal Response]
I COME, NOT BECAUSE I AM STRONG, BUT BECAUSE I AM WEAK; I COME, BECAUSE I LOVE THE LORD, AND WOULD LIKE TO LOVE HIM MORE; I COME, BECAUSE GOD FIRST LOVED ME, AND GAVE HIMSELF TO ME, IN THE PERSON OF MY LORD AND SAVIOR, JESUS CHRIST.
THE PREPARATION / THE GREAT THANKSGIVING PRAYER
Pastor / P E O P L E
The Lord be with you;
And also with you;
Lift up your hearts;
We lift them up to the Lord;
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God;
It is right to give our thanks and praise:
Blessed are you, strong and faithful God. All your works, the height and the depth echo the silent music of your praise.
In the beginning your Word summoned light, night withdrew, and creation dawned, As ages passed unseen, waters gathered on the face of the earth and life appeared.
When the times at last had ripened and the earth grown full in abundance, you created in your image man and woman, the stewards of all creation. You gave us breath and speech, that all the living might find a voice to sing your praise. And to celebrate the creation you call good. So now, with all the powers of heaven and earth, we sing the ageless hymn of your glory:
Congregation: (unison) Holy, holy, holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are full of your glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.
All holy God, how wonderful is the work of your hands! When sin had scarred the world, you entered into covenant to renew the whole creation. As a mother tenderly gathers her children, as a father joyfully welcomes his own, you embraced a people as your own and filled them with longing for a peace that would last and for a justice that would never fail.
Through countless generations your people hungered for the bread of freedom. From them you raised up Jesus, your Son, the living bread, in whom ancient hungers are satisfied. He healed the sick, though he himself would suffer; he offered life to sinners, though death would hunt him down. But with a love stronger than death, he opened wide his arms and surrendered his spirit.
Congregation: (unison) We praise you, we bless you, we give thanks to you and we pray to you, Lord our God.
Lord we pray that in your goodness and mercy your Holy Spirit may descend upon us, and upon these gifts sanctifying them and showing them to be holy gifts for your holy people, and the bread of life and cup of salvation, the body and blood of your Son Jesus Christ. Grant that all who share this bread and this cup may become one body and one spirit, a living sacrifice in Christ, to the praise of your name.
Congregation: (unison) Through Christ, and with Christ, and in Christ, all honor and glory are yours, almighty God and Father, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, forever and ever. Amen
THE HOLY SCRIPTURE
Luke 24; 13 ff.
“Now on that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus…talking and discussing with each other. Jesus himself came near and went with them, but their eyes were kept from recognizing him.… As they came near the village to which they were going, he walked on ahead as if he were going on. But they urged him strongly, ‘Stay with us…’ So He went in to stay with them. When Jesus was at the table with them, he took bread, blessed and broke it, and gave it to them, Then their eyes were opened and they recognized him;…”
CONSECRATION OF THE BREAD AND CUP
PROCLAIMING THE MYSTERY OF OUR FAITH
Pastor / P E O P L E
Let us proclaim the mystery of our faith:
CHRIST HAS DIED;
CHRIST HAS RISEN;
CHRIST WILL COME AGAIN!
RECEIVING THE SACRAMENT
Those wishing to receive Holy Communion are invited to come down the center aisle, returning to their seats by the side aisles. The choir will receive Communion first, continuing with the congregation, starting with those in the front pews. Upon reception of the unleavened wafer we will be handing the element from the tray. Please proceed to the tray of cups and take one, partaking in full of the Sacrament. Please discard the cup in the plastic bags available once you’re finished. Holy Communion will be brought to anyone unable to come forward.
YOUNG CHILDREN: Young children may receive Communion at the discretion of their parents who are asked to please explain the meaning of the Bread and Cup, and the sacred nature of the Sacrament. Parents should feel free to bring young children with them, even if the children are not receiving Communion.
OPEN COMMUNION: The Sacrament of Holy Communion in our church is open to all Christians who have confessed their sins before God, and, with God's help, intend to turn away from those sins, living in a way that is pleasing to God and of service to others.
PRAYER AFTER COMMUNION
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The Mission Statement of First Presbyterian Church
SHARING, GROWING, AND LIVING OUR FAITH IN CHRIST
This we seek to accomplish by
Introducing Jesus Christ to those who do not know Him;
Deepening the faith and commitment of those who already know Him;
Demonstrating Christ’s way of love in service to the world
Are you hungry?
The Youth are serving a hot meal
next Sunday, November 8,
in the Fellowship Hall
(following the second service)
MENU
Choice of Home-made Soups
Fresh Baked Bread
Coffee, milk and lemonade will be available
COST
$5.00 / person or $20.00 / family
This is to help the youth go on their winter retreats.
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Last Week to sign up
On Saturday, November 7 & 14, students will be going to different houses to help clean up yards and rake leaves. If you would like us to help with your yard, please fill out this form and return it to the office or call Gary at 264-8167.
Thank you, Gary
Name: ______________________________________
Phone#: _____________________________________
In the Narthex you will find a table
filled with empty shoeboxes.
Please pick one up, fill it and return it to church.
If you have a shoebox at home, fill that and bring it. There are extra brochures to tell you what to fill a shoebox with and how to label it.
Please remember to pray for the child that will be receiving your shoebox.
On Saturday, November 21, the Youth will take the shoeboxes to the distribution site in Traverse City and help pack the shoeboxes into large shipping boxes and load them on a semi trailer.
We are asking you to please return your filled shoeboxes by November 15. We will have a special presentation and prayer on Sunday, November 15. We will pray for the receiver that the Lord may work through them.
We know this year has been financially difficult for many. We are still a country that has more than many. If you can still find it in your heart to help fill a box for a child in a third world country, the child who receives that gift will feel God’s love through your giving. Prayerfully consider this wonderful opportunity to help.
ALL SAINTS SUNDAY
Names will be read in church on Sunday, November 1, 2009. If your loved ones name is missing from our list and you would like them to be included, please add their name.
Person’s Name Date of Death
Jean (Gauthier) Osterloh November 5, 2008
Floris Goldberg November 25, 2008
Charles Wall November 26, 2008
Richard Muhlig November 28, 2008
Earle Broome November 28, 2008
Bill Beattie December 7, 2008
Anita Forman December 9, 2008
Beverly Klynstra December 27, 2008
Don Berg December 30, 2008
Margaret Reilly December 30, 2008
Marion Ring March 15, 2009
Gerald Atkinson April 6, 2009
Kenneth Krumlauf April 26, 2009
William Gauthier May 5, 2009
Rev. Pam Fulton May 7, 2009
Michael Storms May 14, 2009
Pearl Hockin May 31, 2009
Edward Flewelling June 14, 2009
Dorothy Morrison July 16, 2009
Ashley Cafaro July 26, 2009
Louis Kube August 5, 2009
Marvella Strobeck September 25, 2009
Richard Winters September 26, 2009
Duane Wamsley September 29, 2009
First Presbyterian Church of Elk Rapids
Guidelines & Actions for Flu Prevention
Note: The following are practices that the Worship Ministry
Team approved as steps to utilize during flu season.
1. Encourage good hygiene for proper cough & sneeze etiquette.
a. Install hand sanitizer stations outside of sanctuary.
b. Place tissue boxes at each end of each pew.
c. Have face masks available for those who wish to use them.
d. Consider alternative ways for collecting attendance data.
2. Limit or suspend ritual actions leading to common touch such
as hand shaking.
a. Ask greeters at church entrance to suspend hand shaking &
remind members of flu restrictions.
b. Encourage greetings instead of physical contact at
“Greeting of Christian Love”.
c. Try Performing the Offertory Collection differently with
ushers leaning into the pews & offering the collection plate
to members rather than passing the plate.
d. Suspend holding hands for the Benediction.
3. Pray for the pharmaceutical industry working to produce
vaccinations, for community health workers, for those
working to care for victims, for those with underlying health
problems, for those caring for the sick.
4. Increase diligence in cleaning of commonly touched surfaces.
a. Ask ushers to wipe down the top of pews at the end of each
service with a Clorox wipe.
b. Ask greeters to wipe down door knobs with Clorox wipes.