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April 27, 2008
WELCOME
Welcome to The Bath Church
on this Sunday in Easter! We especially welcome those who are guests
with us today. We look forward to giving you a "Welcome Bag" as you
leave the sanctuary so that you can become better acquainted with us.
Thank you for coming to worship, and we hope that you will join us each
Sunday.
CALL TO WORSHIP:
Leader: Let the earth
rejoice, for God reigns! Let all people be glad!
People: Righteousness and
justice are the foundation of God’s throne.
Leader: For God is exalted
over all the earth.
People: We affirm God’s
sovereignty upon God’s church and upon God’s people.
Leader: Come to celebrate
the abundance of life through God our Savior.
People: We rejoice in the
Lord and give thanks to God’s holy name!
PRELUDE: Prelude in
Classic Style Gordon Young
As we prepare for worship,
please sign the Friendship Booklet in your pew and pass it to others to
sign and then pass it back so you can greet each other by name.
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HYMN OF PRAISE: Fairest Lord Jesus No. 123
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COMMUNITY PRAYER:
Almighty God, may we, like
the early disciples, experience among us the presence of the Risen
Christ. May we be filled with awe at the miracle of resurrection. May we
be amazed at the grace that restores us after we have fallen. May we be
inspired by the challenge that sends us out as messengers of hope in a
hurting world. This we pray in Jesus’ name. Amen.
In silence we bring
our personal prayers….
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SILENT PRAYER • PASSING GOD’S PEACE: "May the peace of Christ be with
you."
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RESPONSE: Lord I Lift Your Name on High No. 88
Lord, I lift your name on
high. Lord. I love to sing your praises.
I’m so glad you’re in my
life. I so glad you came to save us.
You came from heaven to
earth to show the way, from the earth to the cross,
My debt to pay; from the
cross to the grave, from the grave to the sky,
Lord, I lift your name on
high.
SCRIPTURE READING: 2
Corinthians 3:1-6 NT pg. 158
ANTHEM:
(8:30) Renew Us
Frombach/Lantz
(11:00) Soon & Very
Soon Crouch/Schrader
THE CHILDREN’S MOMENT (After
which children age six and under may leave for childcare)
THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM
(11:00am) Addison Jeanette Painting
BAPTISM HYMN: Borning Cry
No. 680
SCRIPTURE READING: Mark 10:
13-16
13 People
were bringing little children to him in order that he might touch them;
and the disciples spoke sternly to them.
14But
when Jesus saw this, he was indignant and said to them, ‘Let the little
children come to me; do not stop them; for it is to such as these that
the kingdom of God belongs.
15Truly
I tell you, whoever does not receive the kingdom of God as a little
child will never enter it.’
16And
he took them up in his arms, laid his hands on them, and blessed them.
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM: Addison
Jeanette Painting
The Rev. Mark W.
Frey, Officiating
CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE: (In
Unison)
Holy God,
we give you thanks for the gift of Addison Jeanette and for the grace
acknowledged here today in water and the Holy Spirit. Bless Betsy and
Brad with love, patience, and wisdom in their duties as parents. Grant
us grace to receive, nurture, and befriend this new member of the body
of Christ. Give Addison strength for life’s journey, courage in time of
suffering, the joy of faith, the freedom of love, and the hope of new
life; through Jesus Christ we pray. Amen.
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HYMN OF PREPARATION: On Eagle’s Wings No. 438
SERMON: Cairo: Be
Confident!
THE OFFERING OF OUR TITHES AND
GIFTS
THE OFFERTORY MUSIC:
Prelude William H. Harris
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THE DOXOLOGY No. 34
PRAYER CONCERNS AND
CELEBRATIONS
Pastor: The Lord be with
you.
People: And also with you.
PASTORAL PRAYER AND LORD’S
PRAYER: ("sins")
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 sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. And lead us not
into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and
the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
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HYMN OF COMMITMENT: Because he Lives No. 447
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THE BENEDICTION AND BLESSING
Our tradition is to hold
hands during the singing of the Benediction.
Go now in peace, never be
afraid.
God will go with you each
hour of every day.
Go now in peace, in faith,
and in love.
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POSTLUDE: Prelude William Spurlock
p All that are able are invited to stand.
PARTICIPANTS TODAY
Clergy: Rev. Mark
Frey (preaching), Rev. Jim Cunningham
Lay Leader: (8:30)
Shirley Taylor; (11:00) Shari Whitfield
Children’s Moment:
Connie Claes, Christian Education Director
Music: Debbie
Heubeck, Music Ministries Director, Jeff Sonoda, Organist; Anthem:
(8:30) Duet Marti & Bob Williams, Flute-Dawn Hubbard, (11:00) Chancel
Choir
The rosebud on the altar is
placed in celebration of the birth of Madeleine Julia, born on April 22 to
Meredith and Magnus Gustafsson of Beaumont, Texas. She is welcomed by her
big sister, Annelei, and her grandparents, John and Debbie Welsh.
Betsy (Lukac) and Brad Painting
bring their daughter, Addison Jeanette born May 16, 2007, to receive
Christian Baptism this morning at the 11:00 AM service. Addison is joined
today by sisters Rebecca and Jillian and a host of family members among whom
are Grandparents, Phil and Nancy Esterle and aunts and uncles.
LARGE PRINT
BULLETINS ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE USHERS
WE ENCOURAGE
PARENTS TO USE OUR NURSERIES: We have two nurseries, both located on the
2nd floor. Room 209 is for infants through 18 months and Room 207
is for toddlers 18 months to 3 years (for your child’s safety, a pager must
be used while your child is in child care). Children 4 years through 1st
grade may go to the Care Room after the children’s moment. It’s located on
the second floor in Room 204. If at any time you need assistance, please
speak to one of the ushers.
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BIRTHDAYS: |
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April 27: Mike
Ayers, Paul Schwager, Jean Ford, Tom Harrington
April 29: Ken
Button, Robbie Deveny, Judy Read, Sam Tambyraja, Caroline
Richardson
April 30: Linda
Black, John Meek, Nancy Schrader, Chuck Ausherman
May 1: Howard
Palmer
May 2: Marilyn
Cupp, Alex Pantich, Paul Houser
May 3: Lauren
Reed
May 4: Cindy
Thomas, Laura Monroe
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ANNIVERSARIES: |
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April 28: Nancy & Bill
Schrader |
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NEXT
WEEK: Sunday May 4, 2008
The
Seventh Sunday of Easter
CONFIRMATION SUNDAY
&
COMMUNION
Rev.
Frey leading our Confirmands |
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Stephen Ministry Congregation |
The Bath
Church
United
Church of Christ
3980
West Bath Road
PO Box
496
Bath,
Ohio 44210
Telephone: (330) 666-3520
Fax:
(330) 665-5712
E-mail:
bathucc@bathucc.org
Website:
www.bathucc.org
Ministers: All Members of the Church
Clergy:
Mark Frey, Jim Cunningham
Rev. Tom
Gerstenlauer, Mission Developer/Miller Ave. UCC
Music
Ministries Director: Debbie Heubeck
Jeff
Sonoda: Organist
Brass
Choir: George Rosin
Youth
Director: Adam Marquette
Christian Education: Connie Claes
Parish
Nurse: Karen Lordan
Financial Administrator: Bob Robinson
Office
Administrator: Susan Bresnahan
Afternoon Office Assistant: Sue Hopkins
Custodian: George Myers
Independent Counseling Services:
Amy
Kathe, Professional Clinical Counselor 330-703-1144 |
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Room to
Worship, Serve and Grow
"A caring
congregation nurturing spiritual growth and demonstrating the love
of Jesus Christ."
OFFICE
HOURS: MONDAY – FRIDAY: 9:00 AM TO 4:30 PM |
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TODAY… |
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MFC (Men for Christ):
Join us each Sunday from 10:00-10:50am in the Library where we
discuss faith and being a man. Our current text is Tender
Warrior by noted author Stu Weber. Come join the excitement!
The POTLUCK SUPPER
listed for Sunday evening, April 27 has been cancelled.
THE YOUNG MENS
INITIATIVE (YMI) Bath Church basketball team under the direction
of Steve Domchick and organization of Janie Bechtel; posted its
second win last Sunday afternoon with impressive foul shooting by
Carter Saiben. Abe, Damon, Andy, Branson and Adrian all assisted in
the winning effort. Thanks to the fans who cheered them on.
Their next game is Sunday, April 27th at 5:15 at Joy Park Community
Center. Please support the team by purchasing a Malley's
Chocolate bar between services. If you haven't seen them...our
uniforms look great! Thank you Bath Church members for your
support! |
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WEEK OF April 28-May 3 |
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PROGRESS THROUGH
PRESERVATION (PTP): An overview of historic preservation at the
county level will be the focus of county executive Russ Pry when he
speaks to PTP members, guests and friends in the original 1836
Chapel of The Bath Church, at 7:30pm on Monday, April 28.
Please join us in an historic setting for an interesting evening
which is open to all.
DORCAS FIELD TRIP -
Thursday, May 1, 2008: The Dorcas Guild has
planned a Field trip to the Bath Nature Preserve. The
presentation, "University of Akron Field Station: Ecology
at Urban Rural Interface" will be given by Mr. Greg Smith.
This outing will be most interesting and should inform us about the
area we live in. Please join us, all are welcome. The
group will meet at Bath Church at 9:15 a.m. for carpooling.
Drinks will be provided but please bring your own box lunch.
REVERE’S ANNUAL SENIOR
CITIIZENS PROM will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2008
from 7:00 – 10:00pm at the Revere Middle School. A variety of
complimentary refreshments, appetizers and desserts will be
available. The event will feature the music of Bill Smith and the
MusicMen. There is no charge for this event and we encourage all
seniors to attend and enjoy a "Night To Remember"!
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WEEK OF May 4-10 |
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Work Camp Meeting.
It will be Wednesday May 7th at 7pm in room 213.
Please mark your
calendars for the evening of Friday, May 9 and the
morning and early afternoon of Saturday, May 10 for a
church wide "vitality" retreat hosted by the Long Range Planning
Committee and facilitated by Kate Huey of the greater UCC offices
out of Cleveland. The event is open to the entire congregation and
will explore spiritual growth on a personal and church wide level.
In addition, the results from the data gathered by the long range
planning committee will be presented with the goal of nurturing and
improving the vitality at Bath UCC! There will be babysitting
services and food! PLEASE plan on joining us. More details to
follow.
ATTENTION VISITORS &
GUESTS:
Bath Church will
receive new members on Sunday, June 1 during worship. There will be
a series of three inquiry classes at 9:45am on Sundays, May 4,
11, and 18. These classes will acquaint you with the various
ministries of Bath Church, the church’s leadership and staff. Come
to the class in the upstairs Conference Room #202. For information
about church membership or if you want to learn more about Bath
Church, please contact New Member Chair, Bill Parry (330-666-5509)
or talk to one of the pastors. |
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WEEK OF May 11-17 |
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ANNUAL MEETING
Sunday, May 18, 2007 –
NOON in the Sanctuary - Agenda: Election of Officers,
Presentation of the Long-Term Service Award. |
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GENERAL NEWS… |
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APRIL-MAY SUNDAY SCHOOL MISSION PROJECT: Outdoor Toys for ACCESS
Shelter
Collection boxes are on each floor of the CE Wing. Items needed:
hula-hoops, jump ropes, kickballs, racket-type games, sidewalk
chalk, soccer balls, whiffle balls & bats, sand box toys,
cheerleader toys, etc. These toys will provide a lot of fun and
exercise for this kids staying at the Shelter over the summer.
Vacation Bible School - God’s Big Backyard – Where Kids Have a Blast
Serving Jesus! July 14 – 20; 6:00pm – 8:30pm in Fellowship Hall:
Registration and volunteer sign-up begins each Sunday in May and
June in the Narthex between worship services. Join us as we have fun
learning to serve our family, friends, neighbors, communities and
Jesus. Please contact Gayle Phelps (330.239.6609) or Connie Claes
(330.666.3520) if you have any questions.
Confirmation Reception – May 4, between worship services: We
invite you to join us for the reception for our 15 Confirmands in
the Narthex.
THANK YOU, THANK YOU,
THANK YOU! A HUGE thanks to all of you who
supported our RFKC magic show and/or our fund-raising letter
campaign. Your support is greatly appreciated.
Coming up: On Sunday,
May 11, we will be having sign-ups in the Narthex for people willing
to help with the following one day activities/events at camp:
·1
Loading the truck Saturday,
July 19
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Decorating the campers' rooms
on Sunday afternoon, July 20--at Ashland University
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Serving lunch at our lake
picnic Tues., July 22 (Nora Houser heading this up. Needs
help!)
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Fishing help on July 22, from
10:00-2:00--we really need help here!
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Birthday party help on
Wednesday, July 23 (Nora Houser heading; needs help!)
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Loading our supplies
from camp on Friday, July 25 (Ashland University, @
noon)
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Unloading when we get back to
church on Fri., July 25 (around 2:00ish)
Please check out our
area in the Narthex on that day and see where you will fit in. No
training is required for these events and your help is needed!
Thank you, Karen Brandt and Susan Bresnahan |
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