FRIEDLAND MORAVIAN CHURCH Second Sunday after the Epiphany January 19, 2014 Our purpose is to make the Lord Jesus Christ a reality in the lives of people.
The Rev. David H. Merritt, Senior Pastor The Rev. Carol A. Foltz, Associate Pastor
Order of Service Prelude
Two settings of All Glory Be to God on High
Johann Walther
(During the prelude, please be in reverent preparation for worship, and please remember to sign the Guest Book and Ritual of Friendship.)
Welcome and Announcements Moment of Prayer Responsive Reading Scripture
Psalm 40:1-11, 16-17
Bulletin
1 Corinthians 1:1-9; John 1:29-42 Children’s Church (up to 2nd grade)
Children’s Sermon
Unto Thee, O Lord Aulbach Debbie Craven and Judy Weavil, Sopranos Unto Thee, O Lord. I lift up my soul, O Lord, unto Thee O my God, in Thee have I trusted. Let not mine enemies triumph over me
Offertory Anthem
No.
Doxology Hymn Sermon Hymn
I Love to Tell the Story
No. 625
“Spreading Faith” To You, Most Holy God
No. 633
Benediction Postlude
Toccata on Songs of Thankfulness and Praise
Michael Burkhardt
The flowers on the altar today are presented to the Glory of God, and in loving memory Mr. & Mrs. W. C. Craver, Charles Craver, Frances Sapp and Ashleigh Sapp by their family. The flowers in the vestibule are in loving memory of Kristin Blair Charles by her parents Ronnie and Joan Charles and her brother, Taylor Charles. Kristen passed away unexpectedly on January 23, 2011
Watchword for the week God is faithful; by him you were called into the fellowship of his Son, Jesus Christ our Lord. 1 Corinthians 1:9 Mission Prayer Focus Pray for Compassionate Heart International servants: Sonna Schambach, Linda Faber, and Pasang Drolma. May they bring glory to God as they witness to Han, Chinese, and Tibetans both near and far.
Psalm 40:1-11, 16-17 1
I waited patiently for the LORD; he inclined to me and heard my cry.
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He drew me up from the desolate pit, out of the miry bog, and set my feet upon a rock, making my steps secure. 3
He put a new song in my mouth, a song of praise to our God. Many will see and fear, and put their trust in the LORD. 4
Happy are those who make the LORD their trust, who do not turn to the proud, to those who go astray after false gods. 5
You have multiplied, O LORD my God, your wondrous deeds and your thoughts toward us; none can compare with you. Were I to proclaim and tell of them, they would be more than can be counted. 6
Sacrifice and offering you do not desire, but you have given me an open ear. Burnt offering and sin offering you have not required. 7
Then I said, “Here I am; in the scroll of the book it is written of me.
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I delight to do your will, O my God; your law is within my heart.”
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I have told the glad news of deliverance in the great congregation; see, I have not restrained my lips, as you know, O LORD. 10
I have not hidden your saving help within my heart, I have spoken of your faithfulness and your salvation; I have not concealed your steadfast love and your faithfulness from the great congregation. 11
Do not, O LORD, withhold your mercy from me; let your steadfast love and your faithfulness keep me safe forever. 16
But may all who seek you rejoice and be glad in you; may those who love your salvation say continually, “Great is the LORD!” 17
As for me, I am poor and needy, but the Lord takes thought for me. You are my help and my deliverer; do not delay, O my God.
Sunday, January 19 8:00 AM Men’s Breakfast 9:45 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Worship 12:15 PM Parish Nurses/Seekers Classroom 4:00 PM Faithful Ringers 5:30 PM Youth Fellowship 7:30 PM Hosanna Ringers Monday, January 20 MLK Holiday—Office closed 7:00 PM RCC meeting Tuesday, January 21 12:00 PM Senior Friends meeting
Friday, January 24 5:00 PM Cub Scout movie night Confirmation Retreat @ Friedland Saturday, January 25 Pinewood Derby Workshop in the Cabin Sunday, January 26 9:45 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Worship 1:00 PM Parlor Reserved 4:00 PM Faithful Ringers 5:30 PM Youth Fellowship 7:30 PM Hosanna Ringers
Wednesday, January 22 8:30 AM Childcare Chapel 6:00 PM Bible Study 7:00 PM Choir practice Our Children’s Ministry—January 19 Children’s Church ........ Abbey Vinson Toddler Nursery........... Betty Foster Infant Nursery ............. Dana Rushing & Tonya Flippin Our Children’s Ministry—January 26 Children’s Church ........ Leann Brady Toddler Nursery........... Betty Foster Infant Nursery ............. Vanessa Gossett and LeaAnn Haynes Girl Scouts Stop by the fellowship hall after worship today; the Girl Scouts are selling cookies. Senior Friends Our Senior Friends group will have a planning meeting on Tuesday, January 21 at 12PM in the fellowship hall. We look forward to seeing you and for your input into the 2014 Senior Friends activities. Contribution Statements Please pick up your 2013 contribution statements located in your member mailbox.
Beeswax Candles—Recycle Friedland members of the Mary Ann Fogle Service League are collecting used beeswax candles. We will clean the candles in preparation for melting and pouring the wax into the molds. If you would like to donate your used candles, there is a box on the table at the Members Mailboxes. Collection is through the month of January. Boy Scout Sunday and “Soup & Salad Luncheon/Cake Auction” The Boy and Cub Scouts will hold their fundraiser Soup and Salad Luncheon immediately following worship on Sunday February 2 followed by their Cake Auction. The cost for lunch is $6 per person; children under the age of 12 eat for free. Year End Reports Attention all church groups—your year end reports are due in the church office by January 31! 2014 Flower Calendar There are still dates available for you to place flowers in the church on a Sunday morning. The dates are: March 9, 16, 23, 30; June 29; July 6; August 10; and November 16. Contact Debbie Boyan at 336-996-1296 Summer Camp Early Registration—Extended through the end of January You may register your child from summer camp now and receive a $25 credit toward your fee. Registration must be postmarked by January 31 and include a deposit or payment in full. Registration forms are on the table near the Member Mailboxes or visit www.laurelridge.org
Our Tithes and Offerings Attendance January 12, 2014
192
Offering January 12, 2014 (Offering needed to meet the Budget weekly = $7,612.96 Total Budget for 2014 as approved by Church Council Actual Year-to-Date Offerings Year-to-Date difference to meet weekly budget Year-to-Date Balance needed to meet Year-End Budget
$5,785.66 $395,874.40 $13,084.52 — $2,141.40 $382,789.88
Friedland Moravian Church 2750 Friedland Church Road / Winston Salem, NC 27107 www.friedlandmoravian.org (336) 788-2652