July 6, 2014 Fourth Sunday After Pentecost Calvary Baptist Church Washington, DC THE PEOPLE OF CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH GATHER FOR
THE WORSHIP
OF
GOD
JULY 6, 2014
11:00 A.M. FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
We are an ecumenical, multi-racial, multi-ethnic Christian body that reaches out to the world with the Good News of Jesus Christ. To that end we strive to be welcoming, responsive, trusting and prayerful in everything we do. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
G ATHERING FOR W ORSHIP PRELUDE
Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart Frederick C. Atkinson / arr. Tedd Smith Cheryl Branham, Piano
WELCOME
Allyson Robinson
HYMN 239
Wake, the Dawn Is Now Full Rising PLEADING SAVIOR
CALL TO WORSHIP
Myra Houser
This is the day the Lord has made. Let us give thanks: For our ancestors in the faith, who have made this day of gathering with God’s people a reality. For our sisters and brothers in the faith, who are journeying with us toward new mercies every morning. For our sisters and brothers in the faith, with whom we share the hope and the joy we know in Christ who lives among us. Let us live as faithful stewards of both past and promise, blessing the ancient story and celebrating the new day together. Let us worship God!
INVOCATION
Edgar Palacios
PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST
Edgar Palacios
La paz del Señor sea contigo. Y contigo también. The peace of the Lord be with you. And also with you.
CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE
Make Us One
MAKE US ONE Make us one, Lord, make us one; Holy Spirit, make us one. Let your love flow so the world will know we are one in you.
A TIME WITH CHILDREN MUSICAL MEDITATION To follow the words silently as you listen, see hymn 333.
Allyson Robinson Joyful Is the Dark
ORANGETHORPE
Zain Shariff, Baritone
L IVING THE WORD OF G OD HEBREW LESSON, P. 17 PSALTER, P. 449 We follow the text in the pew Bible, and sing the Refrain as directed.
Genesis 24:34-38, 42-49, 58-59 Myra Houser Psalm 45: 10-17 Zain Shariff, Cantor
Take, O take me as I am. Summon out what I shall be. Set your seal upon my heart, and live in me. – John Bell \
Congregation standing; la congregación se pone de pie. Congregational responses in bold. Page numbers refer to Sanctuary Bibles. Audio enhancement devices available for use during worship. Please ask an usher for assistance. Respuestas congregacionales en negrita. Las páginas se refieren a las Biblias en el santuario. Para Biblias en español o traducción del servicio en español, por favor hablar con un ujier.
EPISTLE LESSON, P. 918
Romans 7: 15-25a Edgar Palacios
GOSPEL ACCLAMATION
Alleluia Robert F. Twynham (1930 - 2011) Zain Shariff, Cantor
Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! Come to me, all you that are weary, and I will give you rest. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! Adapted from Matthew 11
GOSPEL LESSON, P. 792
Matthew 11: 16-19, 25-30 Jason Smith
This is the Gospel of Christ. Thanks be to God.
HYMN 421
Hasta Tu Altar / Unto Your Table, Lord
We sing each verse in Spanish then English.
HASTA TU ALTAR
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
Edgar Palacios
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. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
SERMON
Roll with the Changes: Which Way Should I Go? Allyson Robinson
MUSICAL REFLECTION
Cheryl Branham, Piano
SHARING COMMUNION INVITATION TO THE TABLE
Jason Smith
ASSURANCE OF PARDON
Jason Smith
WORDS OF INSTITUTION
Allyson Robinson, Edgar Palacios
SHARING THE MEAL
Approach the stations using inside aisles, and return to your seat using outside aisles. Two stations are available, as well as a glutenfree option. To receive communion where you are seated, raise your hand and a deacon will be happy to serve you.
CONGREGATIONAL MEDITATION We sing the Refrain together, as directed.
Take, O Take Me As I Am John L. Bell (b. 1949) Zain Shariff, Cantor
Take, O take me as I am. Summon out what I shall be. Set your seal upon my heart, and live in me.
G IVING AND S ERVING INVITATION
Yolanda Appiah-Kubi
MUSICAL OFFERING
Fill My Cup, Lord
To follow the words silently as you listen, see hymn 351.
HYMN 48
FILL MY CUP
Zain Shariff, Baritone Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
LASST UNS ERFREUEN Praise God, from whom all blessings flow Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts
Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit: Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
PRAYER OF DEDICATION
Yolanda Appiah-Kubi
B ECOMING D ISCIPLES BLESSING AND SENDING
Jason Smith and Myra Houser
Allyson In the rhythm of life within the beloved community, the church, we face the task of blessing and sending those who must leave us. Today we bless and send Myra Houser and Jason Smith as they prepare to move to Arkansas. Myra and Jason, as you prepare to leave us, we want to assure you of our love and support, and to offer you our blessing. To that end, we offer you these words of assurance and blessing: Carol Know that you are never alone. Remember the words of the Psalmist, who wrote: “God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble” (Ps. 46:1). No matter where you go or what you experience, God is with you. Edgar Never forget who you are. You are part of God’s family and part of this church community. Be proud of who you are, and live your high calling as followers of Jesus Christ with courage and conviction. Laura Know that our prayers accompany you. Though you will be absent from us, we will hold you in our hearts. We send you out as representatives of this community of faith and of our Savior Jesus Christ. Allyson Let us pray. Gracious God, we ask your blessing upon Myra and Jason as they leave us to go to their next place of service. Watch over them, protect them, and assure them of your abiding presence in every situation. Grant them strength, courage, and peace in knowing that nothing can ever separate them from your love. We now send them forth with our blessing and with our prayer: ALL May the peace of God, which passes all understanding, keep your heart and mind in the knowledge and love of God and of Jesus Christ our Savior. And the blessing of Almighty God, Creator, Christ and Holy Spirit, be with you and remain with you always. Amen.
INVITATION TO DISCIPLESHIP HYMN 452
Allyson Robinson Here I Am, Lord
HERE I AM, LORD During the singing, we invite you to come forward if you wish to make a public commitment to join our community of faith. If you are interested in membership or have questions about Calvary, please contact the Church Office.
WELCOMING NEW MEMBERS We give thanks that you have been guided by the hand of God to this community of faith. We pledge to love each other and to work to grow into the fullness of Christ together. Amen.
BENEDICTION POSTLUDE
Edgar Palacios All the Way My Savior Leads Me Robert Lowry / arr. Tedd Smith Cheryl Branham, Piano
Following worship, please join us in Woodward Hall, left as you exit the Sanctuary, for refreshments and a time of fellowship. Visitors, we look forward to greeting you! Scripture passages for July 13, Fifth Sunday after Pentecost, are Genesis 25: 19 – 34; Psalm 65; Romans 8: 1 – 11; Matthew 13: 1 – 9, 13 – 23.
Make Us One. Words and Music: Carol Cymbala, ©1991 Word Music, Inc. and Carol Joy Music c/o Integrated Copyright Group. All rights reserved. Words reprinted under CCLI #430459.
REMEMBER IN PRAYER Teddi Angelov, Liubov Russell’s friend; Maria Bensussen, Ryan Harvey’s grandmother; Sara Bermúdez, Lorena Pereira’s mother; Cristina Chacón; Sophie Cho, Cindy Cho’s niece; Roberta Clyburn, Janice Glover’s sister; Carolyn Crumpler, Amy Shaw’s grandmother; Kimberly Durham-Bates; Bill Fahey; Radost Fortunova, Liubov Russell’s sister; Gail Ousley Gibson, Ben and Natalie Barrens Rogers’ friend; Jenny Goon; Janet Grove; Carmen James, Corina López’s friend; Morry Johnson, Ashley Becker’s friend; Aileen Jones, Kathie Lansing’s mother; Michael Keller, Phil and Nancy Renfrow’s friend; Lynne Mayfield, Jay Mayfield’s mother; Robin Myers and her family; Al Nielsen; Armando Pacheco, Amy Dale’s friend; Amelia Powell, Andrea Powell’s mother; Rochelle Powell, Eva Powell’s grandmother; Will Regas, Katie Harvey’s cousin; Jubilee Robinson; Amelia Rogers, Ben Rogers’ mother; Scott Singley, Courtney Rice’s brother-in-law; Andi Sullivan; Carol Sunde. TODAY BREAKFAST HONORING MYRA HOUSER AND JASON SMITH. All are invited to gather at 8:30 a.m. for a special breakfast by the Latino Fellowship honoring Myra Houser and Jason Smith as they depart for Arkansas. Contact Pastor Edgar. COMBINED ADULT AND YOUTH SUNDAY SCHOOL begins this morning. We meet at 9:45 a.m. in the Chapel, and discuss Walter Brueggemann’s book Mandate to Difference: An Invitation to the Contemporary Church. Contact Pastor Edgar. ALL-COME CHOIR. Love to sing? Join us for All-Come Choir today. We rehearse at 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary, and sing in worship at 11:00 a.m. All ages are welcome. We meet the final Sunday of each summer month. Contact Cheryl Branham. MUSIC PROGRAMS BEGIN SUMMER HIATUS. Thank you Calvary Children’s Choir, Sanctuary Choir, Chamber Singers, and Festival Choir for another fantastic season of music! Join us for All-Come Choir on the final Sunday of each summer month. Contact Cheryl Branham. COMING UP ATTENTION CALVARY STUDENTS: Applications for Edith Miller Scholarships are available in the Church Office; deadline is Monday, July 14. These funds provide awards to qualifying members of Calvary who have financial need as they continue their education. Contact Pastor Edgar. CALVARY SMALL GROUPS will meet Thursdays, July 17, 31, and August 7 and 21, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. in Butler Hall. The first Thursday will be a time of fellowship and the remaining three Thursdays we'll eat from 6:30-7:00 p.m., and from 7:00-8:00 p.m., we'll have a time of worship, prayer, and conversation on the Psalms from the lectionary. Contact Trey Sullivan. QUARTERLY BUSINESS MEETING, Wednesday, July 23, 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Contact Kathie Lansing, kjlansing@gmail.com. CALVARY UNPLUGGED begins Sunday, July 27, in Woodward Hall. Interested in participating? Contact Cheryl Branham.
CALVARY TRANSITIONS
This year is a time of transition for Calvary. With lots of changes ahead, find updates in this box as well as on our website, Twitter, and Facebook page. For questions or suggestions about our transition, email transitions@calvarydc.org or call the church office or visit calvarydc.org/calvary-transitions. CALVARY’S RESIDENT SELECTION COMMITTEE has worked diligently to identify the top candidates for our inaugural year of residency. Erica Lea and Elijah Zehyoue will serve as associate pastors beginning this summer. These candidates are extremely talented, and they are excited about the prospect of coming to Calvary through the pastoral residency program. Questions? Contact Eva Powell, residency@calvarydc.org. CALVARY CONVERSATION. Join us in the Chapel, Sunday, July 13, following worship and coffee hour as we continue this series of conversations about the transitions and changes occurring at Calvary. CALVARY MEMBERS AND FRIENDS are invited to gather for a few minutes of prayer, 10:50 a.m. each Sunday before worship, as we pray for discernment amid many Calvary transitions and changes.
NEIGHBORHOOD CANVASS. Join other Washington Interfaith Network congregations, Wednesday, July 23, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. downtown/Penn Quarter neighborhood are planning a gathering to build relationships and engage with neighboring residents, employees, and institutions. Contact Drew Bongiovanni, at mdrewbongiovanni@gmail.com. VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL at Camp Fraser, Friday, August 1 to Sunday, August 3. Children of all ages are invited; children under six should be accompanied by a parent. Enjoy outdoor activities, arts and crafts, and Bible study. Contact Carol Blythe.
C HURCH S TAFF Cheryl Branham Myra Houser Saw Ler Htoo Al Jeter Edgar Palacios Allyson Robinson Paul Rosstead Jason Smith Trey Sullivan
Director of Music (cbranham@calvarydc.org, ext. 136) Communications Coordinator (mhouser@calvarydc.org) Missionary, Burmese Community (lerhtoo@hotmail.com) Supervisor of Maintenance (ajeter@calvarydc.org, ext. 128) Associate Pastor (epalacios@calvarydc.org, ext. 103) Transitional Pastor (arobinson@calvarydc.org, ext. 121) Church Administrator (prosstead@calvarydc.org, ext. 127) Ministry Assistant (jsmith@calvarydc.org, ext. 133) Spiritual Formation Coordinator (tsullivan@calvarydc.org)
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Chuck Andreatta
Deacon of the Week (andreatL13@gmail.com)
Calvary Baptist Church 755 Eighth Street NW Washington, DC 20001
202.347.8355 fax 202.347.6360 www.calvarydc.org