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“A house of prayer for all people, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God” The Church at Litchfield Park
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“A house of prayer for all people,
aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God”
The Church at Litchfield Park
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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Fourth Sunday in Lent Sunday
March 6, 2016 8:00 a.m.
The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.
CHIMES
PRELUDE “It Is Well with My Soul” arr. Weber
CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP “Christ, We Do All Adore Thee” DuBois
WELCOME, REGISTRATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
HYMN “Beneath the Cross of Jesus” No. 320 (Verses 1 & 4)
ANTHEM “When Jesus Wept” Billings arr. Pisano
SCRIPTURE READING Luke 15:1-2, 11-32 L: The Word of the Lord. (Page 3) P: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “The Other Lost Son” Rev. Lynne Kammeraad
HYMN “Come to the Table” No. 464
INVITATION TO THE LORD’S TABLE
WORDS OF INSTITUTION All of God’s people are invited to the Lord’s table—member and visitor alike. It is
our custom to wait for all communicants to be served and then to eat and drink together as a family of faith. The inner rings of each tray contain sacramental wine, and the outside ring of each tray contains grape juice. The biscuits in the cup are gluten free.
PASTORAL PRAYER
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.
SHARING OF THE ELEMENTS
OFFERTORY “I Come to the Garden” arr. Weber
“DOXOLOGY” No. 815
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“I Will Sing of My Redeemer” No. 309 “I will sing of my Redeemer and His wondrous love to me; on the cruel cross
He suffered from the curse to set me free. Sing, O sing of my Redeemer, with His blood He purchased me. On the cross He sealed my pardon, paid the debt and made me free.”
BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE “The River Flows in You” Yiruma
LUKE 15:1-2, 11-32 (NIV) “Now the tax collectors and sinners were all gathering around to hear Jesus. But the Pharisees and the teachers of the law muttered, ‘This man welcomes sinners and eats with them.’”
“Jesus continued: ‘There was a man who had two sons. The younger one said to his father, “Father, give me my share of the estate.” So he divided his property between them. Not long after that, the younger son got together all he had, set off for a distant country and there squandered his wealth in wild living. After he had spent everything, there was a severe famine in that whole country, and he began to be in need. So he went and hired himself out to a citizen of that country, who sent him to his fields to feed pigs. He longed to fill his stomach with the pods that the pigs were eating, but no one gave him anything. When he came to his senses, he said, “How many of my father’s hired servants have food to spare, and here I am starving to death! I will set out and go back to my father and say to him: ‘Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son; make me like one of your hired servants.’ So he got up and went to his father. But while he was still a long way off, his father saw him and was filled with compassion for him; he ran to his son, threw his arms around him and kissed him. The son said to him, “Father, I have sinned against heaven and against you. I am no longer worthy to be called your son.” But the father said to his servants, “Quick! Bring the best robe and put it on him. Put a ring on his finger and sandals on his feet. Bring the fattened calf and kill it. Let’s have a feast and celebrate. For this son of mine was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.” So they began to celebrate. Meanwhile, the older son was in the field. When he came near the house, he heard music and dancing. So he called one of the servants and asked him what was going on. “Your brother has come,” he replied, “and your father has killed the fattened calf because he has him back safe and sound.” The older brother became angry and refused to go in. So his father went out and pleaded with him. But he answered his father, “Look! All these years I’ve been slaving for you and never disobeyed your orders. Yet you never gave me even a young goat so I could celebrate with my friends. But when this son of yours who has squandered your property with prostitutes comes home, you kill the fattened calf for him!” “My son,” the father said, “you are always with me, and everything I have is yours. But we had to celebrate and be glad, because this brother of yours was dead and is alive again; he was lost and is found.”’”
CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE)
Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals and bulletins are available for use during services. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.
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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Fourth Sunday in Lent Sunday
March 6, 2016 9:15 a.m.
The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.
CHIMES PRELUDE “It Is Well with My Soul” arr. Weber BRINGING IN THE LIGHT WELCOME, REGISTRATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP “Christ, We Do All Adore Thee” DuBois CALL TO WORSHIP L: God calls to the lost, the least, and all who long for home. P: God calls when we wander from the path chosen for us and waste the gifts we have been given. L: God calls and welcomes us back to worship this day. All: Let us celebrate and rejoice in God’s presence forever; let us worship God together. HYMN “Beneath the Cross of Jesus” No. 320
(Verses 1, 3 & 4) ANTHEM “When Jesus Wept” Billings arr. Pisano SCRIPTURE READING Luke 15:1-2, 11-32 L: The Word of the Lord. (Page 3) P: Thanks be to God. SERMON “The Other Lost Son” Rev. Lynne Kammeraad HYMN “Come to the Table” No. 464
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INVITATION TO THE LORD’S TABLE WORDS OF INSTITUTION All of God’s people are invited to the Lord’s table—member and visitor alike. It is
our custom to wait for all communicants to be served and then to eat and drink together as a family of faith. The inner rings of each tray contain sacramental wine, and the outside ring of each tray contains grape juice. The biscuits in the cup are gluten free.
PASTORAL PRAYER 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.
SHARING OF THE ELEMENTS OFFERTORY “I Come to the Garden” arr. Weber
“DOXOLOGY” No. 815 “I Will Sing of My Redeemer” No. 309 “I will sing of my Redeemer and His wondrous love to me; on the cruel cross
He suffered from the curse to set me free. Sing, O sing of my Redeemer, with His blood He purchased me. On the cross He sealed my pardon, paid the debt and made me free.”
BENEDICTION POSTLUDE “The River Flows in You” Yiruma
CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE).
Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals and bulletins are available for use during services.
Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.
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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Fourth Sunday in Lent Sunday
March 6, 2016 10:45 a.m.
The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.
PRELUDE
WELCOME & OPENING PRAYER
PRAISE OF CONGREGATION “Blessed Be Your Name” Matt Redman “The Name of the Lord” Clinton Utterbach “Blessed Be the Name of the Lord” Don Moen
SCRIPTURE READING Luke 15:1-2, 11-32 L: The Word of the Lord. (Page 3) P: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “The Other Lost Son” Rev. Lynne Kammeraad
INVITATION TO THE LORD’S TABLE
WORDS OF INSTITUTION All of God’s people are invited to the Lord’s table—member and visitor alike. It is
our custom to wait for all communicants to be served and then to eat and drink together as a family of faith. The inner rings of each tray contain sacramental wine, and the outside ring of each tray contains grape juice. The biscuits in the cup are gluten free.
PASTORAL PRAYER
SHARING OF THE ELEMENTS
OFFERTORY
“Ancient of Days” Sadler and Harvill “Blessing and honor, glory and power be unto the Ancient of Days. From
ev’ry nation, all of creation bow before the Ancient of Days. Ev’ry tongue in heaven and earth shall declare Your glory, ev’ry knee shall bow at Your throne in worship. You will be exalted, O God, and Your kingdom shall not pass away, O Ancient of Days.”
CCLI Song #79108
BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE)
**Assisted Hearing devices and large print bulletins are available for use during the service. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.
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Announcements for March 6, 2016
COLORADO ADULT MISSION TRIP FUND RAISER TODAY The mission committee is hosting a fund raiser in front of the church TODAY from 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. They will accept donations for hot dogs, chips and a soda or water. All donations will benefit their Colorado Mission trip.
A SERVICE FOR WHOLENESS AND HEALING Please join us Wednesday, March 9, at 6:30 p.m. for a service of wholeness and healing. At this service we will be offering the ancient Christian tradition of anointing the sick. Those with ailments or diseases wishing to be anointed with oil and prayed for are encouraged to come and present themselves before the Lord. This service is open to all-your family, friends, and neighbors too. Please contact the church office, (623) 935-3411, if you have any questions.
YOUTH GROUPS
Youth groups activities will resume on Sunday, March 13. Youth Handbells meet at 3:30 p.m. in the choir room; Adrenaline Youth Choir is at 4:00 p.m. in the choir room; and Pulse and Ignite youth groups meet at 5:00 p.m. in Souers Hall. All youth grades 6th-12th are welcome!
YOUTH VOLUNTEERS P.O.W.W.O.W.
All Pulse and Ignite youth are invited to help with P.O.W.W.O.W. on Saturday, March 12, from 7:30-11:30 a.m. Plan on meeting in Souers Hall ready to help.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT ACTIVITIES
Wednesday night activities will resume on March 16. The dinner that evening will include ham, scalloped potatoes, corn, fresh fruit and cupcakes served at 6:00 in Souers Hall. Please check the bulletin and calendar of weekly activities for exact times and locations for 4C, Handbells, CLP Café, G.O. Kids Rec Room, Chancel Choir, Bible Study, and G. O.
EASTER EGG HUNT VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The annual Easter egg hunt will be Saturday, March 26, at 10:00 a.m. Lots of help is needed! If you are willing to serve, please sign up in the breezeway. See Pastor Kerri if you have any questions.
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EASTER EGG HUNT
Our annual community Easter Egg Hunt, for children through 5th grade, will be on Saturday, March 26, at 10:00 a.m. We will have songs, photo opportunities, the Easter bunny, and lots of eggs! Bring your family and friends to this wonderful celebration.
FEED MY STARVING CHILDREN
Come help us pack rice, soy, veggies and vitamin meal packages for starving children around the world. Sign up in the breezeway. We will car pool from the church north parking lot at 8:00 a.m. and will return by 12:00 noon, on Saturday, March 19.
EASTER LILIES
Easter lilies may be ordered in the breezeway between services. The lilies will be displayed on Easter Sunday in the Sanctuary and Souers Hall and cost $10. You will be able to take your lily home after services on Easter. For more information contact the church office at (623) 935-3411.
ADULT BIBLE STUDIES
Bible Study will resume on Tuesday, March 15, at 10:00 a.m. and Wednesday, March 16 at 6:45 p.m. in Souers Hall. We will continue our study of the Lord’s Prayer, considering the phrase “Hallowed Be Your Name”.
CLP TO HOST P.O.W.W.O.W.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
P.O.W.W.O.W. stands for Produce on Wheels Without Waste. The non-profit organization is an outreach of Borderland Food Bank in Nogales, which rescues surplus produce from growers in southern Arizona. Anyone can donate $10 to shop for up to 60 lbs. of rescued produce that is fresh and nutritious. If you are interested in serving as a volunteer on Saturday, March 12, sign up in the breezeway or contact the church office at (623) 935-3411 or [email protected]. The sale will be between 8:00-11:00 a.m., but volunteers will have shifts assigned earlier and later for setup, distribution and clean up. If you would like to learn more about the organization and the types of produce available, please visit their website: www.borderlandfoodbank.org.
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS ELECTION RESULTS
Jack Wetzel, President Bob Logue, Missions Travis Allen, Vice President Bill Trejbal, Personnel Lisa Hegarty, Secretary Steve Charney, Property Maintenance Lori Orth, Treasurer Ken Martin, Properties Capital Improvements Jack Tanner, Garden of Memories Eric Jameson, Records & Insurance Al Peterson, Long Range Planning Russ Morrow, Stewardship
THE CHURCH AT LITCHFIELD PARK
COMMUNITY SERVICE SCHOLARSHIPS
The Church at Litchfield Park will award three $1,000 scholarships to seniors, graduating in May, 2016 who plan to further their education in the fall of 2016. One scholarship is reserved for a church member. The others are open to students from the Agua Fria High School district who have at least a 3.0 grade point average and have been active in service to their community. Applications are available in the church office or at any of the Agua Fria High School District Career Centers. They should be returned to the church by 4:00 p.m. on Friday, March 18, 2016. If you have any questions, e-mail Nancy Oreshack at [email protected].
FELLOWSHIP STORE
Classic polo shirts with the church logo are once again available for men and women. The new shirts are shrink resistant and made from a superior wrinkle-free material. There are samples in the breezeway and the sale price is $20.
WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP
Circle 1 will meet at 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 9, at the home of June Packnett. The address is 3007 N 151st Lane. For directions or other questions, please call June at (623) 536-6870. All are welcome.
Circle 4 will meet at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, March 10, at the home of Millie Ezell, 400 Wigwam Blvd, Litchfield Park. Please call Marilyn Kimmins at (315-559-6231) or email to [email protected] for any questions or directions. Newcomers are welcome.
Circle 5 will meet on St. Patrick’s Day, Thursday, March 17, at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Chris Martin, 12813 W Cercado Lane, Litchfield Park. Your RSVP is appreciated by noon Wednesday, March 16. All women are invited – newcomers are always welcome! For information, directions, or to RSVP, please contact Chris Martin at (623) 979-8503, [email protected], or Marcy Clement at (602) 473-1395, [email protected].
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LADIES WHO LUNCH
All women are invited to “Ladies Who Lunch” on Tuesday, March 8, at 12:30 p.m. for a Dutch-treat meal at Black Angus Steakhouse, 13766 W McDowell Rd, Goodyear. Your reservation is required by noon on Monday, March 7, to assure adequate seating. Look for the signup sheet in the breezeway. For more information or to RSVP, contact Kathy Christensen at [email protected] or (623) 536-1207; or Chris Martin at [email protected] or (623) 979-8503. Come and bring a friend!
2016 WOMEN’S RETREAT
Register TODAY in Souers Hall for the 2016 WCSF Women’s Retreat, Search Me, Lord. Pastor Kerri Sandusky and Pastor Lynne Kammeraad will be facilitating the study. The retreat will be held at the Homewood Suites/Hilton Garden Inn in Avondale on Friday—Saturday, April 22—23. Cost is $100 per person with $50 minimum due at registration. The event includes Friday night gathering reception, Friday night dinner, room based on triple occupancy, Saturday breakfast, Saturday buffet lunch, speakers, materials, music, fellowship,
devotionals and communion. Full and partial scholarships are available; inquire at registration. If you have specific questions, please contact retreat chair, Lynn Logue, at [email protected] or (623) 412-9727 or (602) 790-8000 or you can contact WCSF president, Marcy Clement at [email protected] or (602) 471-1395.
The Church at Litchfield Park
Easter Calendar 2016 Date Event Time Location
Sun, Mar 20 Palm Sunday 8:00, 9:15 & 10:45 a.m. Sanctuary
Thu, Mar 24 Maundy Thursday Service 6:30 p.m. Sanctuary
Fri, Mar 25 Good Friday Service 6:30 p.m. Sanctuary
Sat. Mar 26 Annual Easter Egg Hunt 10:00 a.m. Meet in Souers Hall
Sun, Mar 27 FLOWERING OF CROSS AT 8:00, 9:15, & 10:45 a.m.
Easter Sunrise Service Easter Worship Services
6:00 a.m.
8:00, 9:15, & 10:45 a.m.
Palm Court Sanctuary
Please note: Nursery Care is available at all worship services (excluding Sunrise Service).
Mon, Mar 28 Easter Monday Holiday – Office Closed
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PREACHING SCHEDULE
Mar 13 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.
Worship Service Rev. Kerri Sandusky
Mar 20 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.
Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.
Mar 27 6:00 a.m., 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.
Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.
Apr 3 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.
Communion Service Rev. Lynne Kammeraad
Calendar for the Week of March 6, 2016
Today, 3/06/16 COFFEE FELLOWSHIP - In Souers Hall before and after worship INFORMATION TABLE - In the breezeway and in front lawn area before and after worship
8:00 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 8:00 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 9:15 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 9:15 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 9:15 a.m. – PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 6 9:15 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-2nd grades) in Classroom 3 9:15 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (3rd-5th grades) in Classroom 4 10:00 a.m. – MISSION FUNDRAISER on front lawn 10:45 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 10:45 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 10:45 a.m. – PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 6 10:45 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-2nd grades) in Classroom 3 10:45 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (3rd-5th grades) in Classroom 4 5:00 p.m. – CRAFTERS FELLOWSHIP in Zieske Hall 6:00 p.m. – BOY SCOUT TROOP 99
Monday, 3/07/16 12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
Tuesday, 3/08/16 12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
4:30 p.m. – W.C.S.F.EXECUTIVE BOARD in Fireside Room South 6:00 p.m. – W.C.S.F.BOARD MEETING in Fireside Room North 6:00 p.m. – CONFIRMATION CLASS in Zieske Hall
Wednesday, 3/09/16 9:30 a.m. – CIRCLE 1 off site 12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
4:30 p.m. – HEAVENLY HANDBELLS REHEARSAL in Sanctuary 6:30 p.m. – NURSERY 6:30 p.m. – WHOLENESS AND HEALING SERVICE in Sanctuary
Thursday, 3/10/16 10:00 a.m. – CIRCLE 4 off site 1:00 p.m. – PRAYER SHAWL MINISTRY in Fireside Room North 4:00 p.m. – RN RECOVERY GROUP in Watt House 7:00 p.m. – CARILLON HANDBELLS in Sanctuary 7:30 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
Friday, 3/11/16 1:00 p.m. – WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP KNITTING/CROCHET GROUP in Zieske Hall 6:30 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
Saturday, 2/12/16 8:00 a.m. – P.O.W.W.O.W. in north parking lot 3:30 p.m. – CONFIRMATION CLASS off site
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Altar flowers are given…
“In memory of Lou and our grandson Ryan” by Joann Forstner.
“Celebrating 72 years of marriage. Happy Anniversary Mom & Dad.” by George & Randy Dallas.
“Celebrating my 94th birthday on March 1” by Helen Heyl.
Cover Photo ~ Alberto Hernandez
The Church at Litchfield Park 300 N. Old Litchfield Road Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Phone: (623) 935-3411 Fax: (623) 935-0560 Web: www.churchatlitchfieldpark.org Email: [email protected]
The Ministers of this Church are its members
Assisting them are:
Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr., Senior Pastor
Rev. Lynne Kammeraad, Associate Pastor
Rev. Kerri Sandusky, Associate Pastor
Rev. Judson Souers, Pastor Emeritus
Mona McCash, Organist Emerita
ASSISTING IN WORSHIP TODAY
SENIOR PASTOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. ASSOCIATE PASTOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Lynne Kammeraad ASSOCIATE PASTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Kerri Sandusky DIRECTOR OF MUSIC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Sue Kujawski ORGANIST/PIANIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Debra Weber LITURGIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Suzanne Boyer USHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. . . . . . . . . Richard & Brenda Morgan, Dick & Peggy Vasiloff, Jim & Nancy Montgomery, Alan M. & Lisa Warne, Jr. 9:15 a.m. . . . Rob Gimbl, Nana Hamlin, Nancy Oreshack, Judy Preble, Tom & Rita Kaiser, Jim Montgomery 10:45 a.m. . . . . . . . Joan Smith, Nana Hamlin, Phil Easley, Roger Smith
WELCOME BOOTHS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Lily Early, Don & Mary Morrison ACOLYTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:15 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kennedy Massey, Taylor Massey NURSERY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8:00 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Allison China, Jackie Bomgardner 9:15 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Allison China, Jackie Bomgardner
10:45 a.m . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Allison China, Jackie Bomgardner
