PHILADELPHIA and surrounding area. Located in suburban Wyndmoor, PA
CURRENT CHURCH BULLETIN
MORNING WORSHIP
Sunday November 23, 2008
PHILADELPHIA FIRST CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN
8707 West Cheltenham Avenue
Wyndmoor, PA 19038
(215) 836-5083
11:00 A.M.
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Kevin Derr |
Alex Ramirez |
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Pastor |
Minister of Music |
The Service of Gathering: (A Time for Silent Meditation)
Prelude
Gathering Hymns: “He Has Made Me Glad”, “I Worship You, Almighty God”, “Jesus, Draw Me Close”
Scripture Reading: Isaiah 64:1-9 (Pew Bible page 691)
Invocation
Welcome
The Service of the Word
Scripture Reading: Micah 7:1-7 (Pew Bible page 858)
Hymn No. 94 “Come, Ye Thankful People”
Message “Misery”
Pastoral Prayer
The Service of Response
Sharing our Faith
Blessings and Burdens
Hymn of Prayer No. 145 “There’s A Wideness In God’s Mercy”
The People’s Prayer and the 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and
lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
The Offering
Offertory Thought: Psalm 80:1-2
“Hear us, Shepherd of Israel, you who lead Joseph like a flock. You sit enthroned between the cherubim, shine forth before Ephraim, Benjamin and Manasseh. Awaken your might; come and save us.”
Offertory
*Doxology (No. 119 in the Blue Hymnal)
*Prayer of Dedication
Service of Sending
Hymn No. 428 “Lord, Let Us Now Depart In Peace”
Benediction
Postlude
_________________________________________________________
*If you are able, please stand with the congregation.
November Deacon: Becky Bisset
Pastor’s Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.,
and Friday morning by appointment.
Church Office: Monday through Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Phone (215) 836-5083
Email at office@churchofthebrethren.com
Web Page at www.churchofthebrethren.com
FIRST CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
A SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY THANSGIVING SERVICE-Will be held this Tuesday, November 25, at Holy Martyrs in Oreland. The service will begin at 7:30 P.M. CHURCH DECKING PARTY-We will be decorating the church building this Saturday, starting at 3:00 P.M. After decorating, the group will share a soup and salad supper. There is a sign up sheet on the narthex table to indicate whether you will be able to help. Please join us for the beginning of this year’s Christmas season!
BABY DEDICATION-Next Sunday, November 30, Avery Ramsey will be dedicated during the morning Worship Service. Please come and participate in this special event!
THERE WILL BE A BRIEF SPECIAL CBM-Next Sunday, November 30, after the Morning Worship to discuss the Korean Ministry Proposal.
THE MITTEN TREE-Will make its arrival in the narthex on Sunday, November 30 and will remain there until Sunday, December 21. It will be used to collect warm winter articles of clothing, such as mittens, scarves, hats, socks, etc, to be distributed to people who have need of them. Make sure that you stock up on your Mitten Tree items now. Thank you!
THE NEXT AID FOR FRIENDS COOK-IN-Will be Tuesday, December 2, starting at 9:30 A.M.
CHURCH BOARD ORGANIZATION MEETING-Will be held on Sunday, December 7, after the morning Worship Service. After the reorganization, the regular Church Board meeting will be held. It is important that both 2008 and 2009 board members be present. Also, there are commission preference slips available. Please turn them into the church office no later than Sunday, November 30.
BRIEF CHOIR REHEARSALS WILL CONTINUE EACH SUNDAY-After the Morning Worship Service through December 16. Then, on Friday, December 19, there will be a full dress rehearsal in the sanctuary at 7:00 P.M. Everyone participating must attend this rehearsal! Thank you!.
SPECIAL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM-Sunday, December 21, starting with a Carry-In Dinner at 5:00 P.M. After the dinner at 7:00 P.M., there will be a “Lessons and Carols” Service featuring the choir and vocal soloists. The evening will end with a Candle Lighting Service.
First Church Update
Sunday, November 23, 2008
Sunday:
9:00 A.M.
9:45 A.M.
11:00 A.M.
Prayer Time
Sunday School
Morning Worship
Choir Rehearsal
Tuesday:
7:30 P.M.
Springfield Community Thanksgiving Service, at Holy Martyrs in Oreland
Thursday:
Happy Thanksgiving!
Saturday:
3:00 P.M.
Church Decking Party
Next Sunday:
First Sunday in Advent
Avery Ramsey Dedication
Brief Special CBM
Choir Rehearsal after Morning Worship
PRAYER CONCERNS
Linda (44 years old) and her younger brother who have Alzheimer’s disease – friend of Joan Reese
Dawn Miller – daughter of Louise Watkin
Harold (Ike) Eisenhower – brother in-law of Bud Quay
Joan Morrison – friend of Becky Bisset with colon cancer
Joanelle Lunger’s father Wayne Cannon with stage 4 lung cancer – sister in-law of Rachel Johnston
Jim McGoldrick – friend of Becky Bisset The deficit in the budget
Charlie Bisset – who is suffering injuries after a fall
Walter Eckenrode
Marguerite Crouse Colleen – daughter of Walter Eckenrode
Craig Bracy’s mother and father Parents of Gail Inderwies
Betty Reber
Helen and Henry Eckenrode
The people in the Middle East Philadelphia First Church of the Brethren
Mary Weber
Jane Thurber Mary Lou Riethof
Bobbie – nurse at Keystone on the death of her husband
The people and missionaries stationed in Guinea-Bisseau
Keystone Hospice House and Home Health Care (Gail Inderwies and Joan Reese)
Our missionaries: JoAnn Gladd, Brethren missionaries in the Dominican Republic, Patricia Vander Waal and Brethren Missionaries and workers at home and abroad.
Worship Attendance for last Sunday: 31
Sunday, November 16, 2008
The Service of Gathering: (A Time for Silent Meditation)
Prelude
Gathering Hymns: “Beautiful”, “Great Hope”, “Father, I Adore You”
Scripture Reading: Proverbs 19:11-23 (Pew Bible page 600)
Invocation
Welcome
The Service of the Word
Scripture Reading: Micah 6:9-16 (Pew Bible page 858)
Hymn No. 96 “We Plow The Fields And Scatter”
Message “Guilt and Punishment”
Pastoral Prayer
The Service of Response
Sharing our Faith
Blessings and Burdens
Hymn of Prayer No. 304 “There Are Many Gifts”
The People’s Prayer and the 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
The Offering
Offertory Thought: Matthew 12:48-50
“He replied to him, ‘Who is my mother, and who are my brothers?’ Pointing to his disciples, he said, ‘Here are my mother and my brothers. For whoever does the will of my Father in heaven is my brother and sister and mother.’”
Offertory
*Doxology (No. 119 in the Blue Hymnal)
*Prayer of Dedication
Service of Sending
Hymn No. 598 “A Wonderful Savior Is Jesus”
Benediction
Postlude
_________________________________________________________
*If you are able, please stand with the congregation.
November Deacon: Becky Bisset
Pastor’s Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.,
and Friday morning by appointment.
Church Office: Monday through Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Phone (215) 836-5083
Email at office@churchofthebrethren.com
Web Page at www.churchofthebrethren.com
FIRST CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
A SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY THANSGIVING SERVICE-Will be held on Tuesday, November 25, at Holy Martyrs in Oreland. The service will begin at 7:30 P.M.
CHURCH DECKING PARTY-We will be decorating the church building this year on Saturday, November 29, starting at 3:00 P.M. The deckers will make preparations around the building for Christmas and the first Sunday in Advent, which begins the next day. After decorating, the group will share a soup and salad supper. There is a sign up sheet on the narthex table to indicate whether you will be able to help. Please join us for the beginning of this year’s Christmas season!
BABY DEDICATION-On Sunday, November 30, Avery Ramsey will be dedicated during the morning Worship Service. Please come and participate in this special event!
THE MITTEN TREE-Will make its arrival in the narthex on Sunday, November 30 and will remain there until Sunday, December 21. It will be used to collect warm winter articles of clothing, such as mittens, scarves, hats, socks, etc, to be distributed to people who have need of them. Make sure that you stock up on your Mitten Tree items now. Thank you!
CHURCH BOARD ORGANIZATION MEETING-Will be held on Sunday, December 7, after the morning Worship Service. After the reorganization, the regular Church Board meeting will be held. If is important that both 2008 and 2009 board members be present. Also, there are commission preference slips available. Please turn them into the church office no later than Sunday, November 30.
BRIEF CHOIR REHEARSALS WILL CONTINUE EACH SUNDAY-After the Morning Worship Service through December 16. Then, on Friday, December 19, there will be a full dress rehearsal in the sanctuary at 7:00 P.M. Everyone participating must attend this rehearsal! Thank you!.
SPECIAL CHRISTMAS PROGRAM-Sunday, December 21, starting with a Carry-In Dinner at 5:00 P.M. After the dinner at 7:00 P.M., there will be a “Lessons and Carols” Service featuring the choir and vocal soloists. The evening will end with a Candle Lighting Service.
THERE WILL BE A BRIEF SPECIAL CBM-On Sunday, November 30, after the Morning Worship to discuss the Korean Ministry Proposal.
First Church Update
Sunday, November 16, 2008
Sunday:
9:00 A.M.
9:45 A.M.
11:00 A.M.
Prayer Time
Sunday School
Morning Worship
Choir Rehearsal
Pastoral Committee Meeting after Worship
Monday:
12;00 noon
Wyndmoor Women’s Club
Tuesday:
7:30 P.M.
Day Care Board Meeting
Wednesday:
11:30 A.M.
7:00 P.M.
Top of the Hill Thanksgiving Feast
Bible Study
Next Sunday:
Choir Rehearsal after Morning Worship
PRAYER CONCERNS
Linda (44 years old) and her younger brother who have Alzheimer’s disease – friend of Joan Reese
Harold (Ike) Eisenhower – brother in-law of Bud Quay
Joan Morrison – friend of Becky Bisset with colon cancer
Joanelle Lunger’s father Wayne Cannon with stage 4 lung cancer – sister in-law of Rachel Johnston
Jim McGoldrick – friend of Becky Bisset The deficit in the budget
Charlie Bisset – who is suffering injuries after a fall
Walter Eckenrode
Marguerite Crouse
Colleen – daughter of Walter Eckenrode
Craig Bracy’s mother and father Parents of Gail Inderwies
Betty Reber
Helen and Henry Eckenrode
The people in the Middle East Philadelphia First Church of the Brethren
Mary Weber
Jane Thurber Mary Lou Riethof
Bobbie – nurse at Keystone on the death of her husband
The people and missionaries stationed in Guinea-Bisseau
Keystone Hospice House and Home Health Care (Gail Inderwies and Joan Reese)
Our missionaries: JoAnn Gladd, Brethren missionaries in the Dominican Republic, Patricia Vander Waal and Brethren Missionaries and workers at home and abroad.
Worship Attendance for last Sunday: 26
November 9, 2008
The Service of Gathering: (A Time for Silent Meditation)
Prelude
Gathering Hymns: “Abba, Father”, “Give Thanks”, “Micah 6:8”
Scripture Reading: Proverbs 19:1-10 (Pew Bible page 599)
Invocation
Welcome
The Service of the Word
Scripture Reading: Micah 6:1-8 (Pew Bible page 858)
Hymn No. 17 “We Gather Together”
Message “God’s Case”
Pastoral Prayer
The Service of Response
Sharing our Faith
Blessings and Burdens
Hymn of Prayer No. 409 “What Does The Lord Require”
The People’s Prayer and the 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and
lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
The Offering
Offertory Thought: Matthew 12:30-31
“Whoever is not with me is against me, and whoever does not gather with me scatters. And so I tell you, people will be forgiven every sin and blasphemy. But blasphemy against the Spirit will not be forgiven.”
Offertory
*Doxology (No. 119 in the Blue Hymnal)
*Prayer of Dedication
Service of Sending
Hymn No. 416 “For Christ And The Church”
Benediction
Postlude
_________________________________________________________
*If you are able, please stand with the congregation.
November Deacon: Becky Bisset
Pastor’s Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.,
and Friday morning by appointment.
Church Office: Monday through Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Phone (215) 836-5083
Email at office@churchofthebrethren.com
Web Page at www.churchofthebrethren.com
NOVEMBER 9, 2008
RECEIVING OF NEW MEMBERS
JO AND JENNY CHUN
PHILADELPHIA FIRST CHURCH OF THE BRETHREN
Congregation Response:
We welcome you with joy and affection into this household of faith. We pledge to you our help, our prayers, our concern, that we may all increase in the knowledge and love of God. We trust God for strength to follow with you in Christ’s way, keeping together the unity of the Spirit in the bond of peace.
Amen
FIRST CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
WE HAVE A SPECIAL EVENT THIS MORNING!-Today we are receiving Jo and Jenny Chun as members of First Church. We are very happy that they are becoming a part of our First Church family, and we are sure that they will be wonderful members of our fellowship. Welcome Jo and Jenny!
BRIEF CHOIR REHEARSALS ARE STARTING UP-Beginning this Sunday, after the Morning Worship Service, continuing through December 16. Then, on Friday, December 19, there will be a full dress rehearsal in the sanctuary at 7:00 P.M. Everyone participating must attend this rehearsal! Thank you!.
KEYSTONE HOSPICE SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE-The Keystone Hospice House will hold a Service of Remembrance at First Church today, starting at 4:00 P.M. Everyone is invited to attend.
KEYSTONE HOSPICE AUCTION-The auction will be held this Thursday, November 13, in the First Church Social Hall. The Preview for the auction is 6:00 P.M. and the actual auction begins at 6:30 P.M.
CHURCH DECKING PARTY-We will be decorating the church building this year on Saturday, November 29, starting at 3:00 P.M. The deckers will make preparations around the building for Christmas and the first Sunday in Advent, which begins the next day. After decorating, the group will share a soup and salad supper. There is a sign up sheet on the narthex table to indicate whether you will be able to help. Please join us for the beginning of this year’s Christmas season!
BABY DEDICATION-On Sunday, November 30, Avery Ramsey will be dedicated during the morning Worship Service. Please come and participate in this special event!
FLU SHOTS ARE NOW AVAILABLE-At the Keystone Hospice House. If you are interested in getting a flu shot at the Hospice House, please call ahead of time at (215) 836-2440 to make sure that there is a nurse available to administer the injection. For all with insurance the flu shot may be free. For all others it will be $20.00 per person.
First Church Update
Sunday, November 9, 2008
Sunday:
9:00 A.M.
9:45 A.M.
11:00 A.M.
4:00 P.M.
Prayer Time
Sunday School
Morning Worship-Receiving Jo and Jenny Chun as members!
Choir Rehearsal
Keystone Service of Remembrance
Wednesday:
7:00 P.M.
Bible Study
Thursday:
6:30 P.M.
Keystone Hospice Auction
Next Sunday:
Choir Rehearsal after Morning Worship
Pastoral Committee Meeting
PRAYER CONCERNS
Harold (Ike) Eisenhower – brother in-law of Bud Quay
Joanelle Lunger’s father Wayne Cannon with stage 4 lung cancer – sister in-law of Rachel Johnston
Jim McGoldrick – friend of Becky Bisset The deficit in the budget
Charlie Bisset – who is suffering injuries after a fall
Walter Eckenrode
Marguerite Crouse Colleen – daughter of Walter Eckenrode
Megan Connolly – friend of Becky Bisset with leukemia
Craig Bracy’s mother and father
Betty Reber
Helen and Henry Eckenrode
The people in the Middle East Philadelphia First Church of the Brethren
Mary Weber
Jane Thurber Mary Lou Riethof
The people and missionaries stationed in Guinea-Bisseau
Keystone Hospice House and Home Health Care (Gail Inderwies and Joan Reese)
Our missionaries: JoAnn Gladd, Brethren missionaries in the Dominican Republic, Patricia Vander Waal and Brethren Missionaries and workers at home and abroad.
Worship Attendance for last Sunday: 30
November 2, 2008
The Service of Gathering: (A Time for Silent Meditation)
Prelude
Gathering Hymns: “Lord, I Lift You Love On High”, “Lord, The Light Of Your Love”, “This Is The Day”
Scripture Reading: Proverbs 18:11-24 (Pew Bible page 599)
Invocation
Welcome
The Service of the Word
Scripture Reading: Micah 5:9-15 (Pew Bible page 857)
Hymn No. 6 “Here In This Place”
Message “The Day Of The Lord”
Pastoral Prayer
The Service of Response
Sharing our Faith
Blessings and Burdens
Hymn of Prayer No. 26 “Holy Spirit Come With Power”
The People’s Prayer and the 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and
lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen.
The Offering
Offertory Thought: Matthew 11:28-30
“Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. For my yoke is easy and my burden is light.”
Offertory
*Doxology (No. 119 in the Blue Hymnal)
*Prayer of Dedication
Service of Sending
Hymn No. 427 “You Shall Go Out With Joy”
Benediction
Postlude
_________________________________________________________
*If you are able, please stand with the congregation.
November Deacon: Becky Bisset
Pastor’s Hours: Monday through Thursday, 8:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M.,
and Friday morning by appointment.
Church Office: Monday through Friday, 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M.
Phone (215) 836-5083
Email at office@churchofthebrethren.com
Web Page at www.churchofthebrethren.com
FIRST CHURCH ANNOUNCEMENTS
AID FOR FRIENDS COOK-IN-The next Cook-In will be held this Tuesday, November 4, starting at 9:30 A.M. Please come and help fill the trays if you are able. Thank you!
KEYSTONE HOSPICE SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCE-The Keystone Hospice House will hold a Service of Remembrance at First Church on Sunday, November 9, starting at 4:00 P.M. Everyone is invited to attend.
KEYSTONE HOSPICE AUCTION-The auction will be held on Thursday, November 13, in the First Church Social Hall. The Preview for the auction is 6:00 P.M. and the actual auction begins at 6:30 P.M.
CARNS AND WHITE IN CONCERT- Asa W.Carns will play the organ and piano and James White, a bass baritone. This will take place on Sunday, November 16, at 3:00 P.M. at the Zion Church in Flourtown. For more information, please check the Wittenburg Door. Thanks.
THE CHRISTMAS SEASON IS QUICKLY APPROACHING-And that means that preparations must be made for our White Gift Program on December 21. Alex Ramirez has the Christmas music available, and if you would like to participate as a singer, please speak to Alex about receiving a copy. Thank you.
FLU SHOTS ARE NOW AVAILABLE-At the Keystone Hospice House. If you are interested in getting a flu shot at the Hospice House, please call ahead of time at (215) 836-2440 to make sure that there is a nurse available to administer the injection. For all with insurance the flu shot may be free. For all others it will be $20.00 per person.
First Church Update
Sunday, November 2, 2008
Sunday:
9:00 A.M.
9:45 A.M.
11:00 A.M.
Prayer Time
Sunday School
Morning Worship
Tuesday:
9:30 A.M.
Election Day
Aid for Friends Cook-In
Wednesday:
7:30 P.M.
Options Committee Meeting
Next Sunday:
4:00 P.M.
Keystone Hospice Service of Remembrance at First Church
PRAYER CONCERNS
Harold (Ike) Eisenhower – brother in-law of Bud Quay
Joanelle Lunger’s father Wayne Cannon with stage 4 lung cancer – sister in-law of Rachel Johnston
Gail McFarland – following elective surgery
The Merle Saylor family (Kevin’s grandfather) who died on Tuesday afternoon
Jim McGoldrick – friend of Becky Bisset The deficit in the budget
Tom Riethof
Walter Eckenrode
Marguerite Crouse Colleen – daughter of Walter Eckenrode
Megan Connolly – friend of Becky Bisset with leukemia
Craig Bracy’s mother and father
Betty Reber
Helen and Henry Eckenrode
The people in the Middle East Philadelphia First Church of the Brethren
Mary Weber
Jane Thurber &nb