Wellesley Village Church

United Church of Christ

September 20, 2015

“Welcome one another, as Christ has welcomed you.”

Romans 15:7

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ORDER OF WORSHIP

September 20, 2015 10:00am

All hymns are found in the New Century Hymnal (black) unless otherwise indicated. *Please stand as you are able.

PRELUDE Wellesley Village Church Brass PASTORAL GREETING AND DOXOLOGY

*Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God all creatures here below; Praise God for all that love has done; Creator, Christ, and Spirit One. Amen.

WELCOME AND CALL TO WORSHIP Chris Braudaway-Bauman *HYMN NO. 70 “God Is Here! As We Your People Meet”

ABBOT’S LEIGH

INVITATION TO CONFESSION

PRAYER OF CONFESSION

God of wisdom, forgive our foolishness. You provide all that we need, yet we continue to want and desire things of this world. We corrupt our relationships with envy, and overlook so many who are truly in need. Forgive us Lord, and give us your grace. Instill in us a more childlike trust of your abundant care, and move us to greater generosity. Teach us, Lord, so that we may live in right relationship with you and our world. Please hear now our silent prayers.

SILENT PRAYER

*WORDS OF ASSURANCE

*PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST

Great is your faithfulness! Great is your faithfulness! Morning by morning new mercies I see; all I have needed your hand has provided, Great is your faithfulness, God, unto me!

SERVICE OF BAPTISM

Invitation

The Covenant Promises

+ Of the Parents

+ Of the Godparents

+ Of the Congregation

Deacon: Will you who witness and celebrate this sacrament promise

your love, support and care to this child ?

Congregation: We will, with the help of God. With this sacrament,

we welcome Natalie into the fellowship of Christ’s church

and invite her to share with us the joyful life of discipleship.

We promise to receive her as a child of God, nuture her in

Christian faith, and grow together with her in the knowledge

and love of Jesus Christ. Amen.

Prayer of Blessing

The Sacrament of Holy Baptism

Congregational Response:

We thank you, God, for Natalie Mae Smith. Bless her and

keep her now and forever. In Jesus’ name, Amen

Prayers for the Baptized

Congregation: Loving God, we pray for all your children, and

especially today for Natalie. We give you thanks for your

grace acknowledged here today in water and spirit. Keep us

faithful to our promises to receive, nurture and befriend this

new member of the body of Christ. Give her strength for life’s

journey, the courage and joy of faith, the freedom to love, and

the hope of new life, through Jesus Christ, who makes us one.

Amen

Introduction to the Family of Faith

*SUNG RESPONSE “Baptized in Water” (Tune: “Morning Has Broken”)

Baptized in water, Sealed by the Spirit,

Cleansed by the grace of Christ, our King:

Heirs of salvation, Trusting the promise,

Faithfully now God’s praises we sing.

Children through Grade 8 are invited to proceed to their classes.

ANTHEM “Lord that descendent, Holy Child” Eric Gritton

Lord that descendest, Holy Child, dwelling amongst us, Word of God,

Thee we adore. Jesus our Gospel, Way and Truth, Master and Lover,

Light and Life, Thee we adore. Saviour, uplifted, Man for all, shamed

and slaughtered Lamb of God, Thee we adore. Christ the immortal

Risen Lord, Christ that ascended, King of kings, Thee we

adore. Throned in the highest, Very Man, Alpha, Omega, God of gods,

Thee we adore. Lord ever blessed, God most high, Lord ever blessed,

God with us, Thee we adore, Thee we adore.

SCRIPTURE Mark 9:33-37 (page 821, in pew Bible)

SERMON “A Place to Grow” Sarah Sarchet Butter

MUSICAL MEDITATION David Carrier

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE Liz Garrigan-Byerly 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 trespasses, As we forgive those who trespass against us. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, for ever. Amen

CHORAL RESPONSE

THE OFFERING

Invitation During the offering, please sign and pass the fellowship book, which is

located at the end of each pew.

Offertory “Bless the Lord, O my soul” Carson Cooman

Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me, bless his holy

name. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and forget not all his benefits.

The Lord is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in

mercy. For as the heaven is high above the earth, so great is his

mercy. And the mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to

everlasting. Bless the Lord, O my soul, and all that is within me,

bless his holy name. Bless the Lord, O my soul.

*Response (sung) TOULON

Lord of all good, our gifts we bring to You;

Use them Your holy purpose to fulfill.

Tokens of love and pledges brought anew,

That our whole life is offered to Your will.

*Prayer of Dedication

OUR COMMON LIFE AND CALL TO SERVICE

Outreach, Inc. Matthew Martin

*SENDING HYMN NO. 76 “Sent For th by God’s Blessing” THE ASH GROVE

*BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE Wellesley Village Church Brass

Welcome our new pastor, the Rev. Sarah Sarchet Butter

Sarah's agenda for September is getting acquainted with the

ministries of Village Church, the community of Wellesley, and

meeting YOU! For more conversation with Sarah, feel free to

stop in the office Tuesday - Friday, or call to make an

appointment. Throughout September, Sarah will be meeting with a

variety of Village Church committees and groups. Please invite

her to yours!

Contact her at:

sarah@wellesleyvillagechurch.org; 781-235-1988 x12

Or contact her administrative assistant, Tricia Kibbe at:

tricia@wellesleyvillagechurch.org; 781-235-1988 x17

TODAY’S NOTES

Receiving the Sacrament of Baptism during Second Worship Today:

Natalie Mae Smith, born on April 22, 2015, in Newton, MA, is the daughter of

Shannon and Andrew Smith. Natalie is the younger sister of Caroline Elizabeth Smith.

Natalie’s godparents are Jonathan Weinberger and Lisa Baker. We thank the Prayer

Shawl knitters for the gift of the baptismal blanket that is given to Natalie today.

Village Church Makes 20,000 Meals! 11:15am, V illage Common

We can do it! Join members of the Village Church family in Village Common,

immediately following 10am worship today as we work together, assembly line style,

to put together the meals and get the job done. All ages are encouraged to come -

Whether you come by yourself or with a big group, whether you are new to church, or

a long time member. It's a great chance to truly make a difference and get to know

your fellow church-goers - all while wearing a really stylish hairnet! Sponsored by the

Village Church Service Ministry.

Youth Music Sign-up

The Wellesley Village Church Youth Music Program invites all musicians grades K-12

to participate in the music ministry of our church. Please sign-up after Worship in

Village Common or email Dr. Kevin McDonald at mcdonaldkevin23@yahoo.com.

Christian Meditation Practice 5:00-6:00pm, Burtt Chapel

6th and 7th Grade Youth Group 5-6:30pm, Youth Room

High School Youth Group (10-12 grade) 7-8:30pm, Youth Room

Care Kits and Hearing Devices If dur ing the worship service you find you need a

tissue, cough drop, or a drink of water, please ask an Usher to help you. The Ushers are

in the back of the sanctuary. Hearing devices amplify sound anywhere in the

Sanctuary. They are available at the back of the church. For assistance, please speak

with an Usher.

Chancel Flowers this morning are given in memory of our daughter Rebecca, by

Mark and Bev Lenci.

SEPTEMBER SUNDAYS

Service Sunday, September 27th

Next Sunday, the Service Ministry will be hosting its annual Service Fair following

Second Worship. There will be 13 organizations present, including Women’s Lunch

Place, Wellesley Food Pantry and Home for Little Wanderers. Representatives from

each group will be available to talk with the congregation about volunteer

opportunities. We have two new organizations joining us this year: Wellesley ESL

(English as a second language services) and Wellesley Council on Aging Drivers

Program (volunteer drivers for seniors). These organizations offer a variety of

volunteer opportunities with varying time commitments. Please plan to join us and

learn more about these service possibilities!

Celebration of the Ordination of Megan Snell

September 27, 1:30pm, First Church Somerville

A celebratory service recognizing Pastoral Resident, Megan Snell's ordination will be

held at First Church Somerville (UCC) (89 College Ave, Somerville). Megan extends a

warm invitation to Village Church. Vows of ordination in the United Church of Christ

will be administered on Sunday, September 20 at Megan's home association in San

Diego, California. See the Enews for a link to more information.

OPPORTUNITIES FOR LEARNING AND COMMUNITY

Science and Religion in Quest of Truth by John Polkinghorne

Mondays, 7:30 to 9pm, Seminar 1

September 21, 28; October 5, 19, 26, and November 2 (skips Columbus Day week)

Facilitator: Don Smith

Healing the Heart of Democracy: The Courage to Create a Politics Worthy of the

Human Spirit by Parker Palmer

Thursdays 7:30 to 9:00pm, September 24, and October 1, 8, 15

Facilitator: Chris Braudaway-Bauman

Surprises in the Bible – Bible Study

Sundays, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm, Upper Room

September 27, October 4, 11, November 1, 8, 15, and December 6

Led by Alice Polley

The Bible contains some surprising material: apparent contradictions, unlikely heroes,

raw emotions uncensored. We will look at some of the more unusual, rarely-read-in-

worship passages in the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament, at least one of which will lead

you to say, “You’re kidding! That’s in the Bible?!!” No prior Bible study required.

Minimal homework expected. Curiosity desirable. Come to as many sessions as you

can. Email Tricia at tricia@wellesleyvillagechurch.org or Alice Polley at

a.polley@comcast.net to sign up. Bibles provided.

NIA W ednesdays, 7pm, Upper Room (No class October 7)

Join Leslie Appleby as she continues to share her Nia practice at Village Church.

Nia's simple choreography combines the healing arts, dance arts and the martial arts

to spiritually move one’s body for fitness, health and well being! Nia is open to

everyone, is done in bare feet and requires loose or fitness clothing. Leslie’s

suggested $10 donation is given back to the church for specific needs. For more

information, contact Leslie at mrsappleb@me.com.

Knitting News

Wednesday mornings beginning September 23, 9:30-11:30 am, Seminar 1

It's time once again for us all to gather to knit and create our wonderful prayer

shawls, baptismal blankets, and Caps for Kids. Come as often as you can on

Wednesdays but, of course, items knitted from home are equally welcome! We

extend a special invitation to new knitters to join us, and feel free to be in touch with

Ruth Breden (781-235-0193) or Bobbie Hayes (781-235-1059) for supplies or

directions. Yarn for the shawls will continue to be in the baskets on the lower shelf

of the table outside the church office.

Volunteer to serve at Rosie's Place, a women's shelter in Boston.

We are once again offering this wonderful volunteer opportunity for Village Church

members to serve a meal on the first Sunday of each month at Rosie's Place in

Boston. This is a fantastic experience, one that hundreds of our members have taken

part in over the years. If you have served at Rosie's for years or are thinking about it

for the first time, we encourage you to sign up this year. We are going digital! To

volunteer, please go to http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0e49a9ab2ca20-rosies.

This will bring you right to our Rosie's page and allow to you sign up directly. A

reminder will be sent several days before your volunteer date.

Fellowship Dinner Groups Forming

Would you like to get to know other members of the congregation better?

Fellowship Dinner Groups offer the chance to get together in groups of 8 to 10

people, 4 or 5 times during the year. The dinner groups rotate between the

participants homes and everyone contributes an element of the meal. This informal,

comfortable setting is a wonderful way to get to know other members of the

congregation more deeply. To sign up, email Kathy Schleyer (kps9@comcast.net) or

in Village Common on September 27 and no later than October 4.

YOUTH MINISTRY

6th and 7th Grade Youth Group

Meets every other Sunday from 5-6:30pm beginning September 20.

8th Grade Youth Group

Meets every other Tuesday from 6:30-8pm.

Confirmation (9th Grade youth)

Meets most Wednesdays from 7:30-9pm

High School Youth Group (10-12 grade)

Meets Sunday evenings 7-8:30pm.

Please check Youth Program Calendar on the church website for dates.

If you have any questions, please be in touch with Pam Emslie, Associate Pastor

for Youth.

781-235-1988 ext. 15; pam@wellesleyvillagechurch.org

MUSIC

Youth Music Sign-up

The Wellesley Village Church Youth Music Program invites all musicians

grades K-12 to participate in the music ministry of our church. Please sign-up

after worship in Village Common or email Dr. Kevin McDonald at

mcdonaldkevin23@yahoo.com.

Junior Choir: Grades 3-6

Rehearsals after 10am worship, 11:15am-12:00pm, beginning September 27.

Youth Choir: Grades 7-12

Rehearsals Wednesday evenings 6:15-7:00pm beginning September 23.

Instrumentalists

If you play an instrument and would like to share your gifts with our church,

please contact Dr. McDonald at mcdonaldkevin23@yahoo.com.

Calling all drummers, no experience necessary!

Whether you feel like you can drum or not, you are invited to help add a little

rhythm to Second Worship on Sunday, October 4, World Communion Sunday.

You only need a desire to help out and a willingness to make some noise. We

have some drums but if you own one, please feel free to bring it. We will find a

time to get together to rehearse once the group is established. Please email

Danny Garrigan-Byerly at dgarriganbyerly@gmail.com by Sunday September

27 if you are interested.

CHILDREN’S MINISTRY

What is happening in 10am Church School today?

Kindergarten students and younger will be welcomed in their classrooms before Second Worship begins:

• Toddlers, two and three year olds will meet in their classroom located on

the upper level at the top of the stairs just outside the Sanctuary; use the door to

the left of the piano.

• Four year olds and Kindergarteners will meet in the 4/K Room located on

the upper level beyond the library.

Grades 1 - 8 begin in worship until it is time for class, as noted in the bulletin.

At that time:

• Grades 1 - 5 proceed to Village Hall on the lower level.

• Grades 6 - 8 proceed to the Art Studio on the lower level.

Children of all ages are always welcome in our sanctuary to worship and be

part of our service. Worship bags are available in baskets at each of the

entrances. Children’s bulletins are available from an usher.

The Family Worship Room, located just outside the Sanctuary to the left of the

piano, is for families who wish to worship together in a child-centered space. The

service is piped in on a live audio feed. Please feel welcome to use this room

anytime.

Those Leading Worship Today

The Rev. Sarah Sarchet Butter – Senior Pastor

The Rev. Pamela H. Emslie – Associate Pastor

The Rev. Elizabeth G. Garrigan-Byerly – Associate Pastor

The Rev. Christina L. Braudaway-Bauman – Pastor at Large

The Rev. Joshua M. Fitterling–Pastoral Resident

The Rev. Megan L. Snell–Pastoral Resident

Michaela F. McDonald – Director of Children’s Ministries

David R. Carrier – Director of Music

Dr. Kevin J. McDonald – Director of Youth Music

Jodi M. Hitzhusen – Music Director of First Worship

An Open and Affirming Congregation of the UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST

2 Central Street, Wellesley, MA 02482 781.235.1988

wellesleyvillagechurch.org