The Service for the Lord’s Day Transfiguration Sunday March 3, 2019 8:15, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. WE GATHER TO WORSHIP Today we celebrate the Lord’s Supper. Gluten free wafers are available in the narthex and Jane Bell Gathering Space. Greeting Kirsten Homdrom One: The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. All: And also with you. One: Let us prepare for worship. Preparation for Worship Merciful and loving God, we come seeking quiet communion with you. In this sacred place, apart from busyness and stress, grant us stillness of heart and quietness in your presence. Amen. Prelude - Deo Gracias arr. Walter Pelz (b. 1926) WMPC Brass Choir; Bob Phoenix, director Christian Welcome and Announcements Cate Church Norman Please pass the Friendship Register to your neighbor and include all requested information. Call to Worship from Psalm 99 One: The Lord is King! God is above the earthquakes and the angels. All: Let the earth worship with awe. Let the people praise the name of God. One: Let us seek the face of the holy one, the Lord who hears our prayers and who protects our lives. Today let us believe once more in the decrees of God, the law of the Lord, and the grace of our Savior. May the love of Christ shine upon all people. All: Holy is the Lord our God! May we lift our hearts in the wonder of grace. *Hymn 189 - O Wondrous Sight, O Vision Fair DEO GRACIAS *Call to Confession *Prayer of Confession In the name of Jesus, hear our prayer, O Lord: long ago you spoke to us through laws, prophets, psalms, and proverbs. You have called us to righteousness time and time again. Though we know the right, we struggle to enact the right. Because we have fallen short, we lay our lives at the feet of your mercy. Like disciples shielding their eyes from the piercing light of our Savior, may we ever seek your face. Help us to remember the blinding power of your love. Help us to serve nothing less than your divine grace. Amen. *Assurance of Pardon *Passing of the Peace Today is Transfiguration Sunday where we remember a specific event in Jesus’ life as it is recorded in the gospels. As we begin worship today try to remember what you know about this particular event in the life of Jesus. Though we do not talk of it as often as his birth, crucifixion, and resurrection, the transfiguration of Jesus is a singular moment in his life and is set apart in the gospels to remind us of the majesty of the Lord. DEO GRACIAS is a hymn tune most closely associated with Transfiguration Sunday. The text and music date from the 15th century; the modal flair of the melody gives a gravitas to the text that is somewhat lightened by the celebratory rhythms. The tune and the words are crafted together to inspire awe. Our prayer of confession today calls us to name the sinfulness in the world and in ourselves, but it also foreshadows the liturgy we share at the communion table. Just as prophets and law- givers served as signs of God’s righteousness and love, the table of Christ serves as a sign of God’s righteousness and love. WORSHIP | EMBRACE | SERVE in the manner of Christ
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CALENDAR FOR THE WEEKSunday, March 3 (2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2; Luke 9:28-36) Worship (8:15, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary; 11:00 a.m. - OnPoint @1704 Pickard Hall) 9:30 a.m. - Cover to Cover (C302); Worship Workshop (Chapel);
OnPoint House Band Rehearsal (Pickard Hall)3:00 p.m. - Cate Church Norman Installation Service (Sanctuary)3:30 p.m. - Creating Art and Growing in Faith (K306)3:45 p.m. - Youth Choir Rehearsal (S300)5:00 p.m. - High School Youth (K100); Middle School Youth Group (C100);
Youth Dinners (Geneva Hall)5:30 p.m. - SG2 (C301)
Monday, March 4 (Psalm 78:17-20, 52-55; Exodus 33:7-23; Acts 7:30-34)9:30 a.m. - PW Coordinating Team (C301)
10:30 a.m. - PW Finance Committee (C203)3:00 p.m. - Middle School Open Gym (Pickard Hall)5:30 p.m. - T’ai Chi for Exercise (Pickard Hall)6:00 p.m. - Stephen Ministry Leaders (K307)7:00 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous (C100); Handbell Choir (S300); Jim Gale Bible Study (K100); Ross Bible Study (C203); Stephen Ministry Cont. Ed/Supervision (Chapel);
Stephen Ministry Training (K302)
Tuesday, March 5 (Psalm 78:17-20, 52-55; 1 Kings 19:9-18; Romans 11:1-6) 7:00 a.m. - Men’s Breakfast/Bible Study (Geneva Hall); Women’s Breakfast/Circle M Bible Study (K100) 8:30 a.m. - Yoga for Exercise (C100) 9:30 a.m. - Fit After Fifty (Pickard Hall); GodTalk (W400); Russia Etc. Knitting & Crocheting Group (C200) 10:30 a.m. - Tuesday Morning Bible Study (C301) 3:00 p.m. - Labyrinth Open for Walking (Chapel) 6:00 p.m. - StepUp Life Skills Program/Dinner (Geneva Hall) 7:00 p.m. - Personnel Committee (C204) 7:30 p.m. - Boy Scout Troop 395 (Pickard Hall)
Thursday, March 7 (Psalm 51; Jonah 3:1-10; Romans 1:1-7) 9:30 a.m. - Lilies Bible Study (C301); Thursday Morning Bible Study (W400) 10:45 a.m. - Keenagers Program (K100) 12:00 p.m. - Keenager Lunch (Geneva Hall) 1:00 p.m. - Labyrinth Open for Walking (Chapel) 5:30 p.m. - T’ai Chi for Exercise (C200) 6:00 p.m. - Middle School & High School Basketball Practices (Pickard Hall) 6:30 p.m. - 2019 Haiti Mission Trip Orientation #1 (C200) 7:00 p.m. - Community Allocations (W400) 7:30 p.m. - Webelo Scouts (K303)
Friday, March 8 (Psalm 51; Jonah 4:1-11; Romans 1:8-17) 9:30 a.m. - Fit After Fifty (Pickard Hall) 6:00 p.m. - 3rd-5th Graders Come Bowl with Us! (Off Premises) 6:30 p.m. - Healing Prayer Practice Support (Chapel) 8:00 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous (C100)
Saturday, March 9 (Psalm 51; Isaiah 58:1-12; Matthew 18:1-7) 7:30 a.m. - Confirmation Retreat Check-In 9:00 a.m. - Burn & Learn (Geneva Hall); NAMI Family to Family (C301)
The Service for the Lord’s DayTransfiguration Sunday
March 3, 20198:15, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.
WE GATHER TO WORSHIPToday we celebrate the Lord’s Supper.
Gluten free wafers are available in the narthex and Jane Bell Gathering Space.
Greeting Kirsten HomdromOne: The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. All: And also with you.One: Let us prepare for worship.
Preparation for WorshipMerciful and loving God, we come seeking quiet communion with you. In this sacred place, apart from busyness and stress, grant us stillness of heart and quietness in your presence. Amen.
Prelude - Deo Gracias arr. Walter Pelz (b. 1926)WMPC Brass Choir; Bob Phoenix, director
Christian Welcome and Announcements Cate Church NormanPlease pass the Friendship Register to your neighbor and include all requested information.
Call to Worship from Psalm 99
One: The Lord is King! God is above the earthquakes and the angels.All: Let the earth worship with awe.
Let the people praise the name of God.One: Let us seek the face of the holy one, the Lord who hears our prayers and who protects our lives. Today let us believe once more in the decrees of God, the law of the Lord, and the grace of our Savior. May the love of Christ shine upon all people.All: Holy is the Lord our God! May we lift our hearts in the wonder of grace.
*Hymn 189 - O Wondrous Sight, O Vision Fair DEO GRACIAS
*Call to Confession
*Prayer of ConfessionIn the name of Jesus, hear our prayer, O Lord: long ago you spoke to us through laws, prophets, psalms, and proverbs. You have called us to righteousness time and time again. Though we know the right, we struggle to enact the right. Because we have fallen short, we lay our lives at the feet of your mercy. Like disciples shielding their eyes from the piercing light of our Savior, may we ever seek your face. Help us to remember the blinding power of your love. Help us to serve nothing less than your divine grace. Amen.
*Assurance of Pardon
*Passing of the Peace
Today is Transfiguration Sunday where we remember a specific event in Jesus’ life as it is recorded in the gospels. As we begin worship today try to remember what you know about this particular event in the life of Jesus. Though we do not talk of it as often as his birth, crucifixion, and resurrection, the transfiguration of Jesus is a singular moment in his life and is set apart in the gospels to remind us of the majesty of the Lord.
DEO GRACIAS is a hymn tune most closely associated with Transfiguration Sunday. The text and music date from the 15th century; the modal flair of the melody gives a gravitas to the text that is somewhat lightened by the celebratory rhythms. The tune and the words are crafted together to inspire awe.
Our prayer of confession today calls us to name the sinfulness in the world and in ourselves, but it also foreshadows the liturgy we share at the communion table. Just as prophets and law-givers served as signs of God’s righteousness and love, the table of Christ serves as a sign of God’s righteousness and love.
WORSHIP | EMBRACE | SERVE in the manner of Christ
WELCOME TO WHITE MEMORIALPRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, PC (USA)We are glad you are worshipping with us.Visiting? Stop by the Welcome Table in
Jane Bell Gathering Space for information, directions and a friendly greeting. New members are received after
a one-day Beginnings Class. Visit whitememorial.org/join
or contact Elizabeth Viohl at ext. 206for details, class dates and registration.
THINGS TO KNOW:- Shuttle buses run every Sunday at five-to
ten-minute intervals, 8:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. from Carolina Place, 2626 Glenwood Avenue, across from Glenwood Village Shopping Center.
- Restrooms are located in the Luther Buildingimmediately behind the sanctuary/Jane Bell Gathering Space.
- Childcare is available for children up to four years old.
- Refreshments are served in Carol Copeland Courtyard or Pickard Hall on Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
- The sanctuary has a loop hearing aid system and an FM system.
- Live-streamed services are at whitememorial.org.
- Radio, WPTF 680 AM, every other Sunday at 11:00 a.m.: next broadcast is March 10.
- Bulletins left in the sanctuary following worship services are recycled as part of our care for God’s creation. WMPC is a certified Earth Care congregation of the PC (USA).
We are a Stephen Ministry congregation.
PASTORAL & PROGRAM STAFF: CHRISTOPHER EDMONSTON, PASTORANDREW AMODEI, EXECUTIVE DIRECTORCYNTHIA BAGGETT, DIR. OF WEEKDAY SCHOOL GENEVIEVE BROOKS, DIR. OF YOUTH MINISTRYCATE CHURCH NORMAN, ASSOC. PASTOR FOR
PASTORAL CARETRACEY DANIEL, ASSOC. PASTOR FOR FAITH FORMATIONBROCK DOWNWARD, DIR. OF MUSIC EMERITUSJIM FERRY, PARISH ASSOCIATEROBERT GALLOWAY, PASTORAL RESIDENT KIRSTEN HOMDROM, ASSOC. DIR. OF MUSICKATHY HOWELL, COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTORGLORIA JOHNSON, ASSOC. PASTOR FOR COMMUNITY MINISTRY AND MISSIONSLINDA NUNNALLEE, STEPUP DIRECTOR CHIP POPE, ASSOC. PASTOR FOR YOUTH AND THEIR FAMILIESGRIER RICHARDS, ASSOC. PASTOR FOR DISCIPLESHIPRICH RICHARDS, ASSOC. DIR. OF MUSICART ROSS, PASTOR EMERITUSLYNN SPRINGFIELD, DIR. OF ELEMENTARY MINISTRYMARTHA STEVENSON, EDUCATOR EMERITAAGNES VAGLIO, DIR. OF CHILDREN’S MUSICGWEN WHITEMAN, DIR. OF YOUNG CHILDREN’S MINISTRY JEAN WILLIAMS, PARISH NURSE KARL ZINSMEISTER, DIR. OF MUSICAFTER HOURS PASTOR ON CALL: 919-605-4593
Our text from Luke is the text for transfiguration. You may also read this story in Matthew 17:1-8 and Mark 9:2-8. This episode is recorded in all three synoptic gospels, Matthew, Mark and Luke.
Image from “A Mystery Revealed” by James Fissel. Reprinted by permission from Eyekons.
In Presbyterian Reformed tradition there is no altar in any worship space. That is also why we do not have an altar guild.We happen to have two tables in our Sanctuary - the old communion table is now a flower and candle table and the new communion table is used for the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper and regularly displays symbols of both of our Sacraments - chalice and plate for communion - pitcher and bowl for baptism.
*Response Hymn ABBOT’S LEIGHLord, transfigure our perception with the purest light that shines,and recast our life’s intentions to the shape of your design,till we seek no other glory than what lies past Calvary’s hilland our living and our dying and our rising by your will.
WE PROCLAIM GOD’S WORD
Sacrament of Baptism(11:00) Marihugh Marie Leach, child of Alyssa and Philips Leach Chloe Anne Rice, child of Claire and Chaz Rice
Old Testament Lesson - Psalm 99 pew Bible, p. 522
New Testament Lesson - Luke 9:28-36 pew Bible, p. 64
(11:00) A Time with Young Disciples Following our time together, four-year-olds through second graders will meet Caroline Britt at the door
near the baptismal font, to be joined by Diane Britt from the OnPoint service, for Worship Enrichment in L201.
Communion Meditation - Awake for Glory Christopher Edmonston
Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper Gloria JohnsonInvitation to the TablePrayer of ThanksgivingWords of InstitutionServing of Bread and Cup
8:15 & 11:00 - Communion will be served by intinction. The elders will stand at the four corners of the sanctuary. Ushers will direct you from the side aisles to the station nearest you to receive the elements. Return to your pew by way of the center aisle. Those seated in the balcony and chancel will begin. Any who cannot come forward will be served in the pew. 9:30 - Communion will be served in the pews. Please hold each element until invited to partake together. As you pass the elements, remember that by the grace of God, Christ calls us and equips each of us to minister to each other.
WE RESPOND TO GOD’S WORD
Prayers of the People 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.
Presentation of Tithes and Offerings
Offertory Anthem(8:15) Jesus, Sun of Life, My Splendor Georg Frideric Handel (1685-1759)Jesus, Sun of Life, my Splendor, Jesus, Thou, my Friend most tender, Jesus, Joy of my desiring, Fount of Life, my soul inspiring, At Thy feet I cry, my Maker, Let me be a fit partaker Of this blessed food from heaven, For our good, Thy glory, given. Jesus, Bread of Life, I pray Thee, Let me gladly here obey Thee, By Thy love I am invited, Be Thy love with love requited; From this Supper let me measure, Lord, how vast and deep love’s treasure. Through the gifts Thou here dost give me As Thy guest in heav’n receive me. Are you, holy are you! Rejoice and be glad! Yours is the kingdom of God! (Mt 5:3-12)
(9:30 & 11:00) The Morning Trumpet Daniel Kallman (b. 1956)O when shall I see Jesus and reign with him above, and shall hear the trumpet sound in that morning, and from the flowing fountain, drink everlasting love, and shall hear the trumpet
(continued)
sound in that morning? O shout glory, glory! I shall mount above the skies when I hear the trumpet sound in that morning. When shall I be delivered from this vain world of sin, and shall hear the trumpet sound in that morning, and with my blessed Jesus drink endless pleasures in, and shall hear the trumpet sound in that morning? Through grace I feel determined to conquer, though I die, and shall hear the trumpet sound in that morning; and then away to Jesus on wings of love I’ll fly and shall hear the trumpet sound in that morning.
*Affirmation of Faith from A Brief Statement of Faith, 1983The same Holy Spirit who inspired the prophets and apostles rules our faith and life in Christ through Scripture, engages us through the Word proclaimed, claims us in the waters of baptism, feeds us with the bread of life and the cup of salvation, and calls women and men to all ministries of the church. In a broken and fearful world the Spirit gives us courage to pray without ceasing, to witness among all peoples to Christ as Lord and Savior, to unmask idolatries in Church and culture, to hear the voices of peoples long silenced, and to work with others for justice, freedom, and peace. In gratitude to God, empowered by the Spirit, we strive to serve Christ in our daily tasks and to live holy and joyful lives, even as we watch for God’s new heaven and new earth, praying, “Come, Lord Jesus!”
WE GO IN GOD’S NAME
*Hymn 529 - Draw Us in the Spirit’s Tether UNION SEMINARY
*Charge and Benediction
*Farewell to “Alleluia” Alleluia Incantation Andrew Miller (pub. 2014)
*Chiming of the Trinity The worship service ends with the Chiming of the Trinity.
Please be mindful of those who remain to listen to the postlude.
*Postlude - Fantasia of Praise Stan Pethel (b. 1950)
***
The flowers in the chancel today are given to the glory of God and in honor of Cate Church Norman on the occasion of her installation at WMPC as Associate Pastor for Pastoral Care. Cate will be installed today at 3 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Greeters: 9:30 - Kristin Seale, Brandy Vannoy, Carol Vassey, Ashlyn Whitford; 11:00 - Julie Nau, Linda Robinson, Tom Robinson.Ushers: 8:15 - Lydia Pickard (DIC), Stacy Miller, Alva Moore, Charlotte Newby, Celia Poole, Grey Poole; 9:30 - Gregg Thompson (DIC), Tom Elam, Carolyn Elliott, Lisa Garrett, Walt Garrett, Claire Glover; 11:00 - Gregg Thompson (DIC), Roy Teel, Jane Terry, Mary Tyrey, Scott Tyrey, Bob Usry.Service Assistants: 8:15 - Nat Moody; 9:30 - Maddie Wyatt; 11:00 - Sydney Coll.Treasurer’s Assistant: Reed Fountain.Shuttle Driver: Tommy Pittman.
Each Sunday, we offer four opportunities for you to worship with us at White Memorial (8:15, 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary and 11:00 a.m. OnPoint@1704 in Pickard Hall). While you will notice differences in music, location and worship leadership among our different services, what unites us in our worship is our liturgy. All services use the same Call to Worship, Prayer of Confession, readings from Scripture and Affirmation of Faith.
The Presbyterian Church (USA) was divided from the antebellum era until 1983. In celebration of the reunion of the Presbyterian Church (USA) our affirmation today, A Brief Statement of Faith, was written and adopted. This selection is from the final movement of the affirmation. We recite these words in worship throughout the year.
Hymn 529 is typically sung when celebrating the Lord’s Supper. As you sing it and hear its beautiful melody, think about how every meal is a blessing; every meal is proof of God’s providence.
Based on the Hebrew word, hallelu yah, meaning “Praise the Lord,” alleluia has been a word of exaltation to God in the life of the church and was prominent in early Christian liturgies. Because of the penitential character of the season of Lent in the Western church, singing or saying the word “alleluia” has historically been suspended during Lent’s forty days—a practice observed since the fifth century. The absence of “alleluia” during Lent heightens the exuberance of its return at the celebration of the resurrection. Alleluia is appropriately bid farewell (a custom developed in the Middle Ages) on the Sunday preceding Ash Wednesday: the Transfiguration of Our Lord. This is the last Sunday alleluia will be used until the Vigil of Easter, or Easter Sunday.
Our text from Luke is the text for transfiguration. You may also read this story in Matthew 17:1-8 and Mark 9:2-8. This episode is recorded in all three synoptic gospels, Matthew, Mark and Luke.
Image from “A Mystery Revealed” by James Fissel. Reprinted by permission from Eyekons.
In Presbyterian Reformed tradition there is no altar in any worship space. That is also why we do not have an altar guild.We happen to have two tables in our Sanctuary - the old communion table is now a flower and candle table and the new communion table is used for the Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper and regularly displays symbols of both of our Sacraments - chalice and plate for communion - pitcher and bowl for baptism.
*Response Hymn ABBOT’S LEIGHLord, transfigure our perception with the purest light that shines,and recast our life’s intentions to the shape of your design,till we seek no other glory than what lies past Calvary’s hilland our living and our dying and our rising by your will.
WE PROCLAIM GOD’S WORD
Sacrament of Baptism(11:00) Marihugh Marie Leach, child of Alyssa and Philips Leach Chloe Anne Rice, child of Claire and Chaz Rice
Old Testament Lesson - Psalm 99 pew Bible, p. 522
New Testament Lesson - Luke 9:28-36 pew Bible, p. 64
(11:00) A Time with Young Disciples Following our time together, four-year-olds through second graders will meet Caroline Britt at the door
near the baptismal font, to be joined by Diane Britt from the OnPoint service, for Worship Enrichment in L201.
Communion Meditation - Awake for Glory Christopher Edmonston
Sacrament of the Lord’s Supper Gloria JohnsonInvitation to the TablePrayer of ThanksgivingWords of InstitutionServing of Bread and Cup
8:15 & 11:00 - Communion will be served by intinction. The elders will stand at the four corners of the sanctuary. Ushers will direct you from the side aisles to the station nearest you to receive the elements. Return to your pew by way of the center aisle. Those seated in the balcony and chancel will begin. Any who cannot come forward will be served in the pew. 9:30 - Communion will be served in the pews. Please hold each element until invited to partake together. As you pass the elements, remember that by the grace of God, Christ calls us and equips each of us to minister to each other.
WE RESPOND TO GOD’S WORD
Prayers of the People 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.
Presentation of Tithes and Offerings
Offertory Anthem(8:15) Jesus, Sun of Life, My Splendor Georg Frideric Handel (1685-1759)Jesus, Sun of Life, my Splendor, Jesus, Thou, my Friend most tender, Jesus, Joy of my desiring, Fount of Life, my soul inspiring, At Thy feet I cry, my Maker, Let me be a fit partaker Of this blessed food from heaven, For our good, Thy glory, given. Jesus, Bread of Life, I pray Thee, Let me gladly here obey Thee, By Thy love I am invited, Be Thy love with love requited; From this Supper let me measure, Lord, how vast and deep love’s treasure. Through the gifts Thou here dost give me As Thy guest in heav’n receive me. Are you, holy are you! Rejoice and be glad! Yours is the kingdom of God! (Mt 5:3-12)
(9:30 & 11:00) The Morning Trumpet Daniel Kallman (b. 1956)O when shall I see Jesus and reign with him above, and shall hear the trumpet sound in that morning, and from the flowing fountain, drink everlasting love, and shall hear the trumpet
(continued)
sound in that morning? O shout glory, glory! I shall mount above the skies when I hear the trumpet sound in that morning. When shall I be delivered from this vain world of sin, and shall hear the trumpet sound in that morning, and with my blessed Jesus drink endless pleasures in, and shall hear the trumpet sound in that morning? Through grace I feel determined to conquer, though I die, and shall hear the trumpet sound in that morning; and then away to Jesus on wings of love I’ll fly and shall hear the trumpet sound in that morning.
*Affirmation of Faith from A Brief Statement of Faith, 1983The same Holy Spirit who inspired the prophets and apostles rules our faith and life in Christ through Scripture, engages us through the Word proclaimed, claims us in the waters of baptism, feeds us with the bread of life and the cup of salvation, and calls women and men to all ministries of the church. In a broken and fearful world the Spirit gives us courage to pray without ceasing, to witness among all peoples to Christ as Lord and Savior, to unmask idolatries in Church and culture, to hear the voices of peoples long silenced, and to work with others for justice, freedom, and peace. In gratitude to God, empowered by the Spirit, we strive to serve Christ in our daily tasks and to live holy and joyful lives, even as we watch for God’s new heaven and new earth, praying, “Come, Lord Jesus!”
WE GO IN GOD’S NAME
*Hymn 529 - Draw Us in the Spirit’s Tether UNION SEMINARY
*Charge and Benediction
*Farewell to “Alleluia” Alleluia Incantation Andrew Miller (pub. 2014)
*Chiming of the Trinity The worship service ends with the Chiming of the Trinity.
Please be mindful of those who remain to listen to the postlude.
*Postlude - Fantasia of Praise Stan Pethel (b. 1950)
***
The flowers in the chancel today are given to the glory of God and in honor of Cate Church Norman on the occasion of her installation at WMPC as Associate Pastor for Pastoral Care. Cate will be installed today at 3 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Greeters: 9:30 - Kristin Seale, Brandy Vannoy, Carol Vassey, Ashlyn Whitford; 11:00 - Julie Nau, Linda Robinson, Tom Robinson.Ushers: 8:15 - Lydia Pickard (DIC), Stacy Miller, Alva Moore, Charlotte Newby, Celia Poole, Grey Poole; 9:30 - Gregg Thompson (DIC), Tom Elam, Carolyn Elliott, Lisa Garrett, Walt Garrett, Claire Glover; 11:00 - Gregg Thompson (DIC), Roy Teel, Jane Terry, Mary Tyrey, Scott Tyrey, Bob Usry.Service Assistants: 8:15 - Nat Moody; 9:30 - Maddie Wyatt; 11:00 - Sydney Coll.Treasurer’s Assistant: Reed Fountain.Shuttle Driver: Tommy Pittman.
Each Sunday, we offer four opportunities for you to worship with us at White Memorial (8:15, 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary and 11:00 a.m. OnPoint@1704 in Pickard Hall). While you will notice differences in music, location and worship leadership among our different services, what unites us in our worship is our liturgy. All services use the same Call to Worship, Prayer of Confession, readings from Scripture and Affirmation of Faith.
The Presbyterian Church (USA) was divided from the antebellum era until 1983. In celebration of the reunion of the Presbyterian Church (USA) our affirmation today, A Brief Statement of Faith, was written and adopted. This selection is from the final movement of the affirmation. We recite these words in worship throughout the year.
Hymn 529 is typically sung when celebrating the Lord’s Supper. As you sing it and hear its beautiful melody, think about how every meal is a blessing; every meal is proof of God’s providence.
Based on the Hebrew word, hallelu yah, meaning “Praise the Lord,” alleluia has been a word of exaltation to God in the life of the church and was prominent in early Christian liturgies. Because of the penitential character of the season of Lent in the Western church, singing or saying the word “alleluia” has historically been suspended during Lent’s forty days—a practice observed since the fifth century. The absence of “alleluia” during Lent heightens the exuberance of its return at the celebration of the resurrection. Alleluia is appropriately bid farewell (a custom developed in the Middle Ages) on the Sunday preceding Ash Wednesday: the Transfiguration of Our Lord. This is the last Sunday alleluia will be used until the Vigil of Easter, or Easter Sunday.
*All who are able may stand.
CALENDAR FOR THE WEEKSunday, March 3 (2 Corinthians 3:12-4:2; Luke 9:28-36) Worship (8:15, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m. - Sanctuary; 11:00 a.m. - OnPoint @1704 Pickard Hall) 9:30 a.m. - Cover to Cover (C302); Worship Workshop (Chapel);
OnPoint House Band Rehearsal (Pickard Hall)3:00 p.m. - Cate Church Norman Installation Service (Sanctuary)3:30 p.m. - Creating Art and Growing in Faith (K306)3:45 p.m. - Youth Choir Rehearsal (S300)5:00 p.m. - High School Youth (K100); Middle School Youth Group (C100);
Youth Dinners (Geneva Hall)5:30 p.m. - SG2 (C301)
Monday, March 4 (Psalm 78:17-20, 52-55; Exodus 33:7-23; Acts 7:30-34)9:30 a.m. - PW Coordinating Team (C301)
10:30 a.m. - PW Finance Committee (C203)3:00 p.m. - Middle School Open Gym (Pickard Hall)5:30 p.m. - T’ai Chi for Exercise (Pickard Hall)6:00 p.m. - Stephen Ministry Leaders (K307)7:00 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous (C100); Handbell Choir (S300); Jim Gale Bible Study (K100); Ross Bible Study (C203); Stephen Ministry Cont. Ed/Supervision (Chapel);
Stephen Ministry Training (K302)
Tuesday, March 5 (Psalm 78:17-20, 52-55; 1 Kings 19:9-18; Romans 11:1-6) 7:00 a.m. - Men’s Breakfast/Bible Study (Geneva Hall); Women’s Breakfast/Circle M Bible Study (K100) 8:30 a.m. - Yoga for Exercise (C100) 9:30 a.m. - Fit After Fifty (Pickard Hall); GodTalk (W400); Russia Etc. Knitting & Crocheting Group (C200) 10:30 a.m. - Tuesday Morning Bible Study (C301) 3:00 p.m. - Labyrinth Open for Walking (Chapel) 6:00 p.m. - StepUp Life Skills Program/Dinner (Geneva Hall) 7:00 p.m. - Personnel Committee (C204) 7:30 p.m. - Boy Scout Troop 395 (Pickard Hall)
Thursday, March 7 (Psalm 51; Jonah 3:1-10; Romans 1:1-7) 9:30 a.m. - Lilies Bible Study (C301); Thursday Morning Bible Study (W400) 10:45 a.m. - Keenagers Program (K100) 12:00 p.m. - Keenager Lunch (Geneva Hall) 1:00 p.m. - Labyrinth Open for Walking (Chapel) 5:30 p.m. - T’ai Chi for Exercise (C200) 6:00 p.m. - Middle School & High School Basketball Practices (Pickard Hall) 6:30 p.m. - 2019 Haiti Mission Trip Orientation #1 (C200) 7:00 p.m. - Community Allocations (W400) 7:30 p.m. - Webelo Scouts (K303)
Friday, March 8 (Psalm 51; Jonah 4:1-11; Romans 1:8-17) 9:30 a.m. - Fit After Fifty (Pickard Hall) 6:00 p.m. - 3rd-5th Graders Come Bowl with Us! (Off Premises) 6:30 p.m. - Healing Prayer Practice Support (Chapel) 8:00 p.m. - Alcoholics Anonymous (C100)
Saturday, March 9 (Psalm 51; Isaiah 58:1-12; Matthew 18:1-7) 7:30 a.m. - Confirmation Retreat Check-In 9:00 a.m. - Burn & Learn (Geneva Hall); NAMI Family to Family (C301)
The Service for the Lord’s DayTransfiguration Sunday
March 3, 20198:15, 9:30 & 11:00 a.m.
WE GATHER TO WORSHIPToday we celebrate the Lord’s Supper.
Gluten free wafers are available in the narthex and Jane Bell Gathering Space.
Greeting Kirsten HomdromOne: The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. All: And also with you.One: Let us prepare for worship.
Preparation for WorshipMerciful and loving God, we come seeking quiet communion with you. In this sacred place, apart from busyness and stress, grant us stillness of heart and quietness in your presence. Amen.
Prelude - Deo Gracias arr. Walter Pelz (b. 1926)WMPC Brass Choir; Bob Phoenix, director
Christian Welcome and Announcements Cate Church NormanPlease pass the Friendship Register to your neighbor and include all requested information.
Call to Worship from Psalm 99
One: The Lord is King! God is above the earthquakes and the angels.All: Let the earth worship with awe.
Let the people praise the name of God.One: Let us seek the face of the holy one, the Lord who hears our prayers and who protects our lives. Today let us believe once more in the decrees of God, the law of the Lord, and the grace of our Savior. May the love of Christ shine upon all people.All: Holy is the Lord our God! May we lift our hearts in the wonder of grace.
*Hymn 189 - O Wondrous Sight, O Vision Fair DEO GRACIAS
*Call to Confession
*Prayer of ConfessionIn the name of Jesus, hear our prayer, O Lord: long ago you spoke to us through laws, prophets, psalms, and proverbs. You have called us to righteousness time and time again. Though we know the right, we struggle to enact the right. Because we have fallen short, we lay our lives at the feet of your mercy. Like disciples shielding their eyes from the piercing light of our Savior, may we ever seek your face. Help us to remember the blinding power of your love. Help us to serve nothing less than your divine grace. Amen.
*Assurance of Pardon
*Passing of the Peace
Today is Transfiguration Sunday where we remember a specific event in Jesus’ life as it is recorded in the gospels. As we begin worship today try to remember what you know about this particular event in the life of Jesus. Though we do not talk of it as often as his birth, crucifixion, and resurrection, the transfiguration of Jesus is a singular moment in his life and is set apart in the gospels to remind us of the majesty of the Lord.
DEO GRACIAS is a hymn tune most closely associated with Transfiguration Sunday. The text and music date from the 15th century; the modal flair of the melody gives a gravitas to the text that is somewhat lightened by the celebratory rhythms. The tune and the words are crafted together to inspire awe.
Our prayer of confession today calls us to name the sinfulness in the world and in ourselves, but it also foreshadows the liturgy we share at the communion table. Just as prophets and law-givers served as signs of God’s righteousness and love, the table of Christ serves as a sign of God’s righteousness and love.
WORSHIP | EMBRACE | SERVE in the manner of Christ
WELCOME TO WHITE MEMORIALPRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, PC (USA)We are glad you are worshipping with us.Visiting? Stop by the Welcome Table in
Jane Bell Gathering Space for information, directions and a friendly greeting. New members are received after
a one-day Beginnings Class. Visit whitememorial.org/join
or contact Elizabeth Viohl at ext. 206for details, class dates and registration.
THINGS TO KNOW:- Shuttle buses run every Sunday at five-to
ten-minute intervals, 8:45 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. from Carolina Place, 2626 Glenwood Avenue, across from Glenwood Village Shopping Center.
- Restrooms are located in the Luther Buildingimmediately behind the sanctuary/Jane Bell Gathering Space.
- Childcare is available for children up to four years old.
- Refreshments are served in Carol Copeland Courtyard or Pickard Hall on Sundays at 10:30 a.m.
- The sanctuary has a loop hearing aid system and an FM system.
- Live-streamed services are at whitememorial.org.
- Radio, WPTF 680 AM, every other Sunday at 11:00 a.m.: next broadcast is March 10.
- Bulletins left in the sanctuary following worship services are recycled as part of our care for God’s creation. WMPC is a certified Earth Care congregation of the PC (USA).
We are a Stephen Ministry congregation.
PASTORAL & PROGRAM STAFF: CHRISTOPHER EDMONSTON, PASTORANDREW AMODEI, EXECUTIVE DIRECTORCYNTHIA BAGGETT, DIR. OF WEEKDAY SCHOOL GENEVIEVE BROOKS, DIR. OF YOUTH MINISTRYCATE CHURCH NORMAN, ASSOC. PASTOR FOR
PASTORAL CARETRACEY DANIEL, ASSOC. PASTOR FOR FAITH FORMATIONBROCK DOWNWARD, DIR. OF MUSIC EMERITUSJIM FERRY, PARISH ASSOCIATEROBERT GALLOWAY, PASTORAL RESIDENT KIRSTEN HOMDROM, ASSOC. DIR. OF MUSICKATHY HOWELL, COMMUNICATIONS DIRECTORGLORIA JOHNSON, ASSOC. PASTOR FOR COMMUNITY MINISTRY AND MISSIONSLINDA NUNNALLEE, STEPUP DIRECTOR CHIP POPE, ASSOC. PASTOR FOR YOUTH AND THEIR FAMILIESGRIER RICHARDS, ASSOC. PASTOR FOR DISCIPLESHIPRICH RICHARDS, ASSOC. DIR. OF MUSICART ROSS, PASTOR EMERITUSLYNN SPRINGFIELD, DIR. OF ELEMENTARY MINISTRYMARTHA STEVENSON, EDUCATOR EMERITAAGNES VAGLIO, DIR. OF CHILDREN’S MUSICGWEN WHITEMAN, DIR. OF YOUNG CHILDREN’S MINISTRY JEAN WILLIAMS, PARISH NURSE KARL ZINSMEISTER, DIR. OF MUSICAFTER HOURS PASTOR ON CALL: 919-605-4593
• MS Impact Groups March 10, 5-6:30 p.m. 6th- 8th grade, host homes
• HS Connections March 10, 5-6:30 p.m. K100, Dinner $5
• MS Open Gym March 11, 3-5 p.m. Pickard Hall, 6th-8th grade
• Youth Fundraiser: Community Table: Good Food & Good Company- March 15, Save the Date for Youth Ministry Annual Fundraiser Dinner All students attending summer trips, asked to sign-up to volunteer at the dinner via youth email newsletter.
• International Book Club March 16, 9 a.m.- noon, C301
• MS Open Gym March 18 & March 25 3-5 p.m. Pickard Hall, 6th-8th grade
• MS and HS Spring Retreat Camp Don Lee, March 22-24 Registration online
Joys & CONCERNS
WORSHIP | EMBRACE | SERVE
WEEKLY YOUTH EMAIL NEWSLETTERDo you want to receive the weekly youth email newsletter that’s full of great information? Contact Deb Smith at [email protected] to be added to the contact list.
WMPC | Volume LIII | No. 9 | March 3, 2019
If you have experienced a birth, marriage or death you want to share with the church, email Rebecca Turner at [email protected]. If you have a relative or church friend who is hospitalized, call the church office or email Amy Claprood at [email protected] so our pastoral staff can reach out. If you have a pastoral care need outside of regular business hours, call our after hours pastor on call at 919-605-4593.
TELL ME A STORYWe invite preschoolers to join us Wednesdays in Lent for Tell Me A Story. Storytellers will be on hand to share Bible stories and
other stories from our Caldwell Library children’s collection. Meet in The Way Station at 4:45 p.m. on March 13, 20, 27 and April 3, 10 and 17. You’ll have an opportunity to check books out and take them home, too. Stay for dinner afterwards! Reservations are required for dinner and may be made at: www.whitememorial.org/register.
WORSHIP WORKSHOPS FOR SECOND GRADERS AND PARENTS OR CAREGIVERSOn March 3 and 10, second graders and their
parents or caregivers are invited to Worship Workshops from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the Chapel. The workshops will include music, crafts and games as second graders learn about congregational worship and develop skills for participation in worship. Groups will rotate to learn through different modalities, so we encourage families to attend both sessions. On March 10 at the 11:00 a.m. service in the Sanctuary, the children will be specially welcomed as worship participants and will receive Bibles and milestones. Questions? Contact Lynn Springfield [email protected] or 919-834-3425, ext 232.
ALL FAMILIES AND FRIENDS ARE INVITED TO OUR ANNUAL YOUTH FUNDRAISER!
TICKETS ON SALE NOW! FRIDAY, MARCH 15 | 6:30-8:30 P.M.
OUR YOUTH MINISTRY FUNDRAISER DINNERhelp raise $15,000 for youth missions.
join us for a fun, engaging and enriching evening for the entire church community.
purchase tickets online, on sunday mornings, or wednesday night dinners
full table reservations available ($200 for 8)$25 per person
music | storytelling | delicious foodthank you for supporting our youth ministry.
3rd - 5th Graders
Come Bowl With Us!Friday, March 8 | 6-8 p.m.
Buffaloe Lanes of Raleigh5900 Oak Forest Drive | Raleigh | 27616
$12 per person (includes shoe rental and unlimited bowling for two hours)
PRAYERS AND CHRISTIAN CONCERNSKim Dove and Spencer Dove, on the death of Kim’s father, William Love McGill, Jr., February 16, Matthews, NC.
Jane and Sam Worley, on the death of Jane’s mother, Jane Tyson Hunt, February 22, High Point, NC.
Staff members Colleen Aguirre and Macy Aguirre, on the death of Colleen’s brother, John (Randy) Mason, February 22, Colonial Heights, VA.
NEW PRESBYTERIANSEloise Stratford Matthews, born December 20, 2018, child of Rachel and Todd Matthews, grandchild of Ann and Ron Wooten.
HOSPITALS (*designates discharged)Rex: Varner OlmstedWakeMed: Jim Lind
All second graders and their parents or special adults are invited to participate in this two-part Worship Workshop held on March 3 and 10 in the Chapel. This fun workshop will include music, crafts, and games as children learn about congregational worship. No reservations are necessary.
On March 10 at the 11:00 worship service in the Sanctuary, the children will be specially recognized and receive Bibles and milestones.
If you have questions, please contact Lynn Springfield at 919-834-3425, x232 or [email protected].
WORSHIP WORKSHOPSFOR SECOND GRADERS
and their parents or special adults
March 3 and 10 | 9:30 — 10:30 during the Sunday School hour
We invite you to join us for the Installation of
CATE CHURCH NORMANas Associate Pastor for Pastoral Care
for White Memorial Presbyterian Church
Sunday, March 3 | 3 p.m.Reception to follow
in Jane Bell Gathering Space
CREATING ART AND GROWING IN FAITHDo you enjoy creating art?
All ages and levels of ability are invited to join us!Sunday | March 3 | 3:30-5 pm | K306
We will provide supplies and some instructions for art projects related to the season of Lent. Please bring your
ideas and creative spirit as we explore the season of Lent by sharing our art and faith.
Register online at www.whitememorial.org/register, or call Jennifer Eastman at 919-834-3425, ext. 212
to reserve your place.
WMPC | March 3, 2019
The Art of Yes -And:
When Life Doesn’t Go According to Plan!
Adult Winter Retreatwith MaryAnn McKibben DanaSaturday, March 16 - workshop
& Sunday, March 17- teach and preach
Adult Winter Retreat | March 16 & 17
Register (required) for Saturday’s workshop and/or childcare at www.whitememorial.org/register
You will not want to miss our Winter Retreat!
MaryAnn McKibben Dana will teach us to use the tools of improv to help us navigate life
when things don’t go according to our plans.
The weekend kicks off with a workshop from 9:00 a.m. to noon, on Saturday, March 16 in Geneva Hall.
A cash love offering will be collected for a continental breakfast being served beginning at 9:00 a.m.
On Sunday, March 17, MaryAnn will teach an Adult Sunday School Class at 9:30 a.m. in Geneva Hall and preach at the 11:00 a.m. worship service in the Sanctuary. MaryAnn was our Theologian-in Residence in 2016 and we loved her! The
Adult Faith Formation committee is excited to welcome MaryAnn back.
WHO WANTS TOSAVE A LIFE?
Lend an arm for the blood drive.
Monday, March 25, 20199 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Pickard Hall
Appointments are required. Register at www.whitememorial.org/register
Lenten Pysanky Egg Decorating Workshop for Adults
1 p.m. | Sunday | March 24 Geneva Hall
$20 for people new to the workshop $7 for returning participants
Fee covers suppliesRegister and make payment at
whitememorial.org/register by March 15. Enrollment is limited. Contact Joan DeBruyn at [email protected] with questions.
2ND ANNUAL WMPC MENʼS RETREAT
LEADERS & FOLLOWERS
march 29-30, 2019 • new life camp
2nd Annual Men’s Retreat March 29-30 New Life CampThis year our focus will be
LEADERS AND FOLLOWERS and what makes both necessary for families, churches and communities to thrive.
Our guest speaker is Amos DisasaIncoming Pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Dallas, Texas
Registration is $90Register at www.whitememorial.org/events
OBERLIN ROAD ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICEJoin together with friends along Oberlin Road for our annual Ash Wednesday service. The service will be March 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. We will celebrate the Lord’s Supper and have the imposition of ashes. This is a great
time of worship and shared faith. Childcare will be available for ages three and younger.
SENIORS HELPING SENIORS: LUNCH & LEARNBack by popular demand, here’s a great opportunity to enjoy lunch while learning more about your iphone, ipad or laptop. Senior high school students will be on-hand to help senior adults on Sunday, March 31, from 12:15-1:15 p.m. in Calvin 200. Registration is required by noon March 22. Register online at www.whitememorial.org/register or contact Tonya Higgins at [email protected] or 919-834-3425, ext 216. For more information, contact Jean Williams at [email protected].
THE FLOWER GUILDThe Flower Guild of White Memorial invites members to dedicate flowers for Sunday worship in celebration of milestones in your life. To make a floral contribution, contact Rebecca Turner at [email protected] or 919-834-3425, ext. 222 to coordinate available dates. Rebecca can also provide a list of recommended florists familiar with our Sanctuary.
March 7 ACUPRESSURE AND TAPPING WELLNESS
Speaker: Mary Ann Turner
March 14 MENTAL AEROBICSSpeaker: Lindsay Jordan
March 21 MONTHLY TRIP:
PEACEHAVEN FARM, WINSETT, NCGrowing People
March 28 QUILTS OF LOVE
Speaker: Margaret Townsend
BurnAnd Learn
Saturday, March 9 9 - 10:30 a.m.
Please join us for a 30-minute walk or run around the neighborhood while we listen to a podcast. We will spend 30 minutes after the walk discussing the podcast. Please bring your own device and earphones. All are welcome.
Podcast to be determined. Contact Tracey Daniel at [email protected] with questions.
WMPC | March 3, 2019
The Art of Yes -And:
When Life Doesn’t Go According to Plan!
Adult Winter Retreatwith MaryAnn McKibben DanaSaturday, March 16 - workshop
& Sunday, March 17- teach and preach
Adult Winter Retreat | March 16 & 17
Register (required) for Saturday’s workshop and/or childcare at www.whitememorial.org/register
You will not want to miss our Winter Retreat!
MaryAnn McKibben Dana will teach us to use the tools of improv to help us navigate life
when things don’t go according to our plans.
The weekend kicks off with a workshop from 9:00 a.m. to noon, on Saturday, March 16 in Geneva Hall.
A cash love offering will be collected for a continental breakfast being served beginning at 9:00 a.m.
On Sunday, March 17, MaryAnn will teach an Adult Sunday School Class at 9:30 a.m. in Geneva Hall and preach at the 11:00 a.m. worship service in the Sanctuary. MaryAnn was our Theologian-in Residence in 2016 and we loved her! The
Adult Faith Formation committee is excited to welcome MaryAnn back.
WHO WANTS TOSAVE A LIFE?
Lend an arm for the blood drive.
Monday, March 25, 20199 a.m. - 1 p.m. | Pickard Hall
Appointments are required. Register at www.whitememorial.org/register
Lenten Pysanky Egg Decorating Workshop for Adults
1 p.m. | Sunday | March 24 Geneva Hall
$20 for people new to the workshop $7 for returning participants
Fee covers suppliesRegister and make payment at
whitememorial.org/register by March 15. Enrollment is limited. Contact Joan DeBruyn at [email protected] with questions.
2ND ANNUAL WMPC MENʼS RETREAT
LEADERS & FOLLOWERS
march 29-30, 2019 • new life camp
2nd Annual Men’s Retreat March 29-30 New Life CampThis year our focus will be
LEADERS AND FOLLOWERS and what makes both necessary for families, churches and communities to thrive.
Our guest speaker is Amos DisasaIncoming Pastor of First Presbyterian Church, Dallas, Texas
Registration is $90Register at www.whitememorial.org/events
OBERLIN ROAD ASH WEDNESDAY SERVICEJoin together with friends along Oberlin Road for our annual Ash Wednesday service. The service will be March 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. We will celebrate the Lord’s Supper and have the imposition of ashes. This is a great
time of worship and shared faith. Childcare will be available for ages three and younger.
SENIORS HELPING SENIORS: LUNCH & LEARNBack by popular demand, here’s a great opportunity to enjoy lunch while learning more about your iphone, ipad or laptop. Senior high school students will be on-hand to help senior adults on Sunday, March 31, from 12:15-1:15 p.m. in Calvin 200. Registration is required by noon March 22. Register online at www.whitememorial.org/register or contact Tonya Higgins at [email protected] or 919-834-3425, ext 216. For more information, contact Jean Williams at [email protected].
THE FLOWER GUILDThe Flower Guild of White Memorial invites members to dedicate flowers for Sunday worship in celebration of milestones in your life. To make a floral contribution, contact Rebecca Turner at [email protected] or 919-834-3425, ext. 222 to coordinate available dates. Rebecca can also provide a list of recommended florists familiar with our Sanctuary.
March 7 ACUPRESSURE AND TAPPING WELLNESS
Speaker: Mary Ann Turner
March 14 MENTAL AEROBICSSpeaker: Lindsay Jordan
March 21 MONTHLY TRIP:
PEACEHAVEN FARM, WINSETT, NCGrowing People
March 28 QUILTS OF LOVE
Speaker: Margaret Townsend
BurnAnd Learn
Saturday, March 9 9 - 10:30 a.m.
Please join us for a 30-minute walk or run around the neighborhood while we listen to a podcast. We will spend 30 minutes after the walk discussing the podcast. Please bring your own device and earphones. All are welcome.
Podcast to be determined. Contact Tracey Daniel at [email protected] with questions.
• Community Table Ticket Sales, March 3 Tickets on sale at the Point and in the Courtyard
• Youth Group March 3, 5-7 p.m., Dinner $5
• MS Open Gym March 4, 3-5 p.m. Pickard Hall, 6th-8th grade
• Haiti Mission Trips Orientation #1 March 7, 6:30-8 p.m., C200 Required meeting for student participating and one parent
• Confirmation Retreat March 9-10, Camp Willow Run, all 8th grade confirmation students and mentors register online
• MS Impact Groups March 10, 5-6:30 p.m. 6th- 8th grade, host homes
• HS Connections March 10, 5-6:30 p.m. K100, Dinner $5
• MS Open Gym March 11, 3-5 p.m. Pickard Hall, 6th-8th grade
• Youth Fundraiser: Community Table: Good Food & Good Company- March 15, Save the Date for Youth Ministry Annual Fundraiser Dinner All students attending summer trips, asked to sign-up to volunteer at the dinner via youth email newsletter.
• International Book Club March 16, 9 a.m.- noon, C301
• MS Open Gym March 18 & March 25 3-5 p.m. Pickard Hall, 6th-8th grade
• MS and HS Spring Retreat Camp Don Lee, March 22-24 Registration online
Joys & CONCERNS
WORSHIP | EMBRACE | SERVE
WEEKLY YOUTH EMAIL NEWSLETTERDo you want to receive the weekly youth email newsletter that’s full of great information? Contact Deb Smith at [email protected] to be added to the contact list.
WMPC | Volume LIII | No. 9 | March 3, 2019
If you have experienced a birth, marriage or death you want to share with the church, email Rebecca Turner at [email protected]. If you have a relative or church friend who is hospitalized, call the church office or email Amy Claprood at [email protected] so our pastoral staff can reach out. If you have a pastoral care need outside of regular business hours, call our after hours pastor on call at 919-605-4593.
TELL ME A STORYWe invite preschoolers to join us Wednesdays in Lent for Tell Me A Story. Storytellers will be on hand to share Bible stories and
other stories from our Caldwell Library children’s collection. Meet in The Way Station at 4:45 p.m. on March 13, 20, 27 and April 3, 10 and 17. You’ll have an opportunity to check books out and take them home, too. Stay for dinner afterwards! Reservations are required for dinner and may be made at: www.whitememorial.org/register.
WORSHIP WORKSHOPS FOR SECOND GRADERS AND PARENTS OR CAREGIVERSOn March 3 and 10, second graders and their
parents or caregivers are invited to Worship Workshops from 9:30-10:30 a.m. in the Chapel. The workshops will include music, crafts and games as second graders learn about congregational worship and develop skills for participation in worship. Groups will rotate to learn through different modalities, so we encourage families to attend both sessions. On March 10 at the 11:00 a.m. service in the Sanctuary, the children will be specially welcomed as worship participants and will receive Bibles and milestones. Questions? Contact Lynn Springfield [email protected] or 919-834-3425, ext 232.
ALL FAMILIES AND FRIENDS ARE INVITED TO OUR ANNUAL YOUTH FUNDRAISER!
TICKETS ON SALE NOW! FRIDAY, MARCH 15 | 6:30-8:30 P.M.
OUR YOUTH MINISTRY FUNDRAISER DINNERhelp raise $15,000 for youth missions.
join us for a fun, engaging and enriching evening for the entire church community.
purchase tickets online, on sunday mornings, or wednesday night dinners
full table reservations available ($200 for 8)$25 per person
music | storytelling | delicious foodthank you for supporting our youth ministry.
3rd - 5th Graders
Come Bowl With Us!Friday, March 8 | 6-8 p.m.
Buffaloe Lanes of Raleigh5900 Oak Forest Drive | Raleigh | 27616
$12 per person (includes shoe rental and unlimited bowling for two hours)
PRAYERS AND CHRISTIAN CONCERNSKim Dove and Spencer Dove, on the death of Kim’s father, William Love McGill, Jr., February 16, Matthews, NC.
Jane and Sam Worley, on the death of Jane’s mother, Jane Tyson Hunt, February 22, High Point, NC.
Staff members Colleen Aguirre and Macy Aguirre, on the death of Colleen’s brother, John (Randy) Mason, February 22, Colonial Heights, VA.
NEW PRESBYTERIANSEloise Stratford Matthews, born December 20, 2018, child of Rachel and Todd Matthews, grandchild of Ann and Ron Wooten.
HOSPITALS (*designates discharged)Rex: Varner OlmstedWakeMed: Jim Lind
All second graders and their parents or special adults are invited to participate in this two-part Worship Workshop held on March 3 and 10 in the Chapel. This fun workshop will include music, crafts, and games as children learn about congregational worship. No reservations are necessary.
On March 10 at the 11:00 worship service in the Sanctuary, the children will be specially recognized and receive Bibles and milestones.
If you have questions, please contact Lynn Springfield at 919-834-3425, x232 or [email protected].
WORSHIP WORKSHOPSFOR SECOND GRADERS
and their parents or special adults
March 3 and 10 | 9:30 — 10:30 during the Sunday School hour
We invite you to join us for the Installation of
CATE CHURCH NORMANas Associate Pastor for Pastoral Care
for White Memorial Presbyterian Church
Sunday, March 3 | 3 p.m.Reception to follow
in Jane Bell Gathering Space
CREATING ART AND GROWING IN FAITHDo you enjoy creating art?
All ages and levels of ability are invited to join us!Sunday | March 3 | 3:30-5 pm | K306
We will provide supplies and some instructions for art projects related to the season of Lent. Please bring your
ideas and creative spirit as we explore the season of Lent by sharing our art and faith.
Register online at www.whitememorial.org/register, or call Jennifer Eastman at 919-834-3425, ext. 212
