Creating Community | Connecting to God | Committed to the City

Fort Washington Collegiate Church | 729 West 181st Street | NYC 10033 | 212.568.4014

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Fort Washington Collegiate Church October 15, 2017 | 11:00 AM | Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost Check into Fort Washington Collegiate Church at

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PRELUDE CALL TO WORSHIP

As we gather for worship, so let us gather ourselves. As we greet our neighbor, so let us greet God. As we shake hands with a stranger, let them be a stranger no more. As we speak openly with a friend, so let us talk openly to God. As the candles are lit, so let our hearts be lit by the warmth of God's love. We gather together to praise God and offer our thanksgiving!

HYMN: Santo, Santo, Santo / Holy, Holy, Holy Cuéllar Green Hymnal #259 OPENING PRAYER

People of God, look about and see the faces of those we know and love, a community of kindred hearts. People of God, look about and see the face of those we hardly know -- strangers, sojourners, forgotten friends, the ones who need an outstretched hand. People of God, look about and see all the images of God in me, in you, in each of us and in all the world God so loves. God's spirit shines for all to see. May our eyes, our hearts and our souls be open this day. Amen.

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SONGS OF PRAISE AND WORSHIP Let it Rise Davis

Verse 1 Let the glory of the Lord Rise among us Let the glory of the Lord Rise among us Let the praises of the King Rise among us Let it rise

Chorus O let it rise O let it rise

Verse 2 Let the songs of the Lord Rise among us Let the songs of the Lord Rise among us Let the joy of the King Rise among us let it rise

Hands and Feet Gungor

Verse 1 For all the strives we’ve made For all our blessings We’ve fallen far away from truth Turning our face away From this hurting race We’ve turned our face away from You We wanna be Your hands, Your feet Without words we’ll let our actions speak

Chorus So here we are Words can only go so far Draw us closer Your heart Bring us back to You, bring us back to You.

Verse 2 For every broken heart For every widow For those without shelter from the rain We lift our eyes to You Looking for answers When we have been called to ease the pain We wanna be Your hands, Your feet Without words we’ll let our actions speak

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CALL TO RECONCILLIATION The God who is always present invites us to open our hearts and be honest in our conversations as we come to this place of prayer.

PRAYER OF CONFESSION

Forgive us, O God, for thinking we have you all figured out. We pretend we know who is in and who is out of your family, as if your care were not for all of us. We want people to be like us before we help them, and we welcome into our company only those who will benefit us. Forgive us. Reconcile us to those we have treated as worthless or unwanted; mold us into a community where all your children are accepted, included and loved.

--Adapted from a prayer of confession by Lavon Bayler, Fresh Winds of the Spirit (New York: The Pilgrim Press, 1986), 103.

Silent reflection ASSURANCE OF PARDON

In this, we have assurance of God's forgiveness: We are reconciled to God through Jesus Christ. Thanks be to God.

MEDITATION: Beautiful Things Gungor CHILDREN’S TIME PASSING OF THE PEACE*

Please greet one another with the words – The peace of Christ is with you! Response – And also with you! (Children will join their teachers for worship and learning activities.)

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS SCRIPTURE READING: Philippians 4:1-9 Marietta Padilla

SERMON: “What Proves Our Worth?” Rev. Dr. Damaris D. Whittaker

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HYMN: I Am What You See Morton Help me to see meThe way You see meSometimes I see pain LordWhen You see victoryI see where I am LordYou see where I shall beOpen my eyes, help me believeI am what You see.

You see me victoriousYou see me faithfulYou see me believingThat you are ableYou see me rejoicingThat I have survivedOpen my eyes help me believeI am what You see.I am healedI am freeI am what You seeI am what You see

INVITATION TO SHARE Give online at www.fortwashingtonchurch.org/give Pledge at www.fortwashingtonchurch.org/pledge OFFERTORY: Child of God Miller PRESENTATION OF THE OFFERING

In thanksgiving for what has been shared, we sing as one body: Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God all creatures here below; Praise God above, all heavenly hosts; Creator, Christ, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

PRAYER OF DEDICATION

In response to your great love for us, gracious God, we joyfully and gratefully offer the fruits of our labor and our lives in these gifts. Bless and multiply them, we pray, that the transformative power of your love will be a reality in our neighborhood and community. Amen.

INSTALLATION OF DEACONS

Johanna Garcia (FWCC Deacon), Abigail Ruane (Intersections Deacon), and Wendy Sealey (FWCC Deacon)

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THE LORD’S PRAYER We invite you to pray the Lord’s prayer in the language in which you are most comfortable.

HYMN: Great is Thy Faithfulness Chisholm Red Hymnal #60 SENDING

Go forth, strengthened to do the work of Christ, standing in the gap, rejoicing in God, let your gentleness be known to everyone. The God who created us, the Christ who redeems us and the Spirit who empowers us is with us today and ever more. Amen.

POSTLUDE Liturgist: Marietta Padilla Acolytes: Myles Godfrey & Elias Messina Welcome to Fort Washington Collegiate Church; a place of diversity, hospitality and grace. We open our doors to everyone! We welcome all people regardless of race, culture, sexual orientation, social or economic status. As a church family we celebrate our diversity and our connection to God. We seek to follow Christ's example and exemplify the love of Christ; therefore, as a faith community, we value grace over judgment. Although we represent many cultures and points of view, our diversity does not drive us apart, but gives us the opportunity to be enriched by the gifts and leadership of all. Together, by word and deed, we proclaim the good news that there is new life in Christ.

CHILDREN & WORSHIP AT FORT WASHINGTON CHURCH

Parent/Guardian Reminder: All children 8 years old and under, require parent escort throughout the building. Please help us keep your children safe by accompanying them to rehearsals, Godly Play and other activities in the building and on church grounds. Nursery Care: The nursery is open and care is available for infants and toddlers between ages 0-3 in the nursery just behind the Sanctuary. Care is available before and during worship (10:30am - 12:15pm)

LATINO/ INDIGENOUS CELEBRATION All are welcome to come and enjoy our Annual Latino/Indigenous Celebration on Sunday, October 29 right after church, 12:15 pm -1:45 pm. We need volunteers to cook, serve, decorate, set-up and present in our cultural program. Please see Jessie Matei. Mil gracias! P.S. Come ready to dance!☺

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IN OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS Sonia Alston Faught Family Brenda Jon Sonia Ashmeade Rosalyn Cuzco Evelyn Day Sylvia Rodriguez Joe Tigner Margarita Vince-Allen Gwen Wood

Jane Wai Violetta Proano Mesina Family Branco Family Marco Antonio & Marilin Calderon Joan BoversPorfirio FigueroaAlderfer Family Pamela Payne

Barbara Brown The Caylor Family Iris Andries Heather Godfrey Barbara Woytowicz Angela Espinal Barbara Marin The Long Family Louise Tatum The Bonilla Family

Our prayer partner today is: a member of the Congregational Care Team

If you would like to add someone to the prayer list or have a prayer concern please contact Bridget Anthony at banthony@fortwashingtonchurch.org or call (212) 568-4014

NURSERY VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

We need nursery volunteers willing to help with childcare in both the morning and evening service.

NOON PRAYER Noon prayer will meet on Wednesdays in the North Room, led by Devora Jones

WHCO CONCERT 3:00PM SATURDAY Oct 21st

Next Saturday, October 21st at 3:00pm the Washington Heights Chamber Orchestra presents internationally acclaimed soloist and New York Philharmonic violinist Anna Rabinova in recital.

The concert is free and young listeners are welcome. See more at www.whco.nyc

SHARE YOUR MUSIC, ART, AND DANCE Interested in the arts? We want you! Now is a great time to join our Sunday morning choir, the Joyful

Voices (rehearses Thursdays at 7:30). All ages and experience levels are welcome. Do you play an instrument, love to dance, read poetry, act, paint, draw, program C++? Reach out and get plugged in!

Email Chris Whittaker at cwhittaker@fortwashingtonchurch.org

YOU ARE INVITED! REV. DAMARIS’S INSTALLATION SERVICEWe formally install Rev. Dr. Damaris D. Whittaker as our new Senior Minister next Sunday at 3:00pm! Come celebrate this exciting new chapter in the life of our community. The service welcomes clergy and friends from

around the city and our sister Collegiate ministries, and is followed by a reception. See you then!

JOIN US AFTER WORSHIP FOR THE SALON HANG’S FINAL DAYJoin us immediately following Sunday’s service for The Salon Hang, FWCC’s art show fundraiser for our youth and arts programming. The exhibition is free or by donation until 4pm today. Tonight at 5:00pm

we host our closing reception, and tickets will be available at the door for $20 adults. Learn more at www.fortwashingtonchurch.org/salonhang

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BEYOND LABELS MEETING TODAY, OCTOBER 15TH AFTER SERVICE Beyond Labels is a ministry that seeks to make manifest FWCC’s commitment to transform the Church and the world into a place that values every individual regardless of their sexual orientation or gender identity. We invite members of the LGBTQI community and all of our straight allies who care deeply about these issues to stop by the North Room immediately after Worship on October 15th to socialize,

enjoy some refreshments, and help us plan the work of this ministry for the upcoming year.

CHURCH STAFF

Rev. Dr. Damaris Whittaker, Senior Minister • Bridget Kelso Anthony, Associate Minister Eric Alderfer, Director of Children’s Ministry • Chris Whittaker, Director of Music

Laurrinda Hatcher, Treasurer • Diana Morales, Administrative and Operations Manager Lazaro Rodríguez, Sexton • Wilfredo Serrano, Sexton

We Welcome Carlos Rodriguez, Evening Receptionist to our FWCC Family!

CONSISTORY Elders: • Victoria Dillard • Beverley Sheares

Deacons: • Lorenzo M. Alsberry • Brian Plane • Zoe Reyes Intersections Ministry Deacon: Anna Svahn

MEDIA UPDATES: www.FortWashingtonChurch.org

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Creating Community | Connecting to God | Committed to the City Fort Washington Collegiate Church | 729 West 181st Street | NYC 10033 | 212.568.4014

OCTOBER WORSHIP AND EVENTS SCHEDULE 15 sun 11:00am Worship: Rev. Dr. Damaris D. Whittaker, Senior Minister, preaching 11:00am Ordination of Deacons 12:30pm Consistory, North Room 12:30pm Beyond Labels, Magaw Room 1:00-4:00pm The Salon Hang: Gallery Open to the Public

5:00-7:00pm The Salon Hang: Closing Reception 5:30 Evensong

18 wed 6:30pm God Talk 22 sun 11:00am Worship: Bridget Kelso Anthony, Associate Minister, preaching 3:00pm INSTALLATION SERVICE for Senior Minister Rev. Dr. Damaris D. Whittaker Even Song & Communion service cancelled 29 sun 11:00am Worship: Rev. Dr. Damaris D. Whittaker, Senior Minister, preaching