July 9, 2017 Worship Guide The Mustard Seed
belong | believe | become
belong | believe | become
Jason Edwards, Senior Pastor | Mike Lassiter, Assoc. Pastor, Community Care and Missions Connie McNeill, Assoc. Pastor, Administration and Discipleship | Charles Smith, Assoc. Pastor, Student Ministry | Gwen Phillips, Children’s Pastor | Ann Posey, Worship and Music Associate David Fulk, Interim Worship Leader | Don Brown, Interim Choral Director
If you are a first-time guest, we invite you to complete a guest card from a pew pocket or the Friendship Register and drop it in the offering plate so that we may get acquainted with you. Also, text “Explore” to 816-355-4736. We would like to communicate with you via text and email with some brief informational messages over the next few weeks. Your information is private and will not be used for any other purpose than to keep you informed about 2BC. Please see an usher if you’d like a listening aid. Each Sunday in the Welcome Center (just inside the Kansas Street entrance on Level 1), our Hospitality Team is waiting to help you get connected. This may include finding a Bible study class, showing you where children and student ministries meet, or sharing the day’s activities and schedule. You may also enjoy a cup of coffee at the Welcome Center’s coffee bar and get to know others at Second.
Take a moment to prepare your heart for worship Symphonies begin with one note; fires with one flame; gardens with one flower; and masterpieces with one stroke. —Matshona Dhliwayo
Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable… Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals. ― Martin Luther King, Jr. The Lord likes small things best, especially those done with love. ― Mother Teresa
Children’s worship bags, filled with books and activities, are available at the Sanctuary entrances. If you’d like an alternative for your children, childcare for birth through Pre-K is available on Level 2 at any point in the service. Our Welcome Center is also available for those with restless infants, and you can view the service on a monitor there.
In addition to placing your offering in the offering plate, you can give online at 2bcliberty.org/give or via your smartphone by scanning this QR code. We have “online giving” cards in the pew rack that you can place in the offering plate to represent your gift if you choose.
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The Worship of God July 9, 2017
8:30 and 11:00 a.m.
Gathering Music
Carole Tanner (11:00)
Invitation to Worship
Gwen Phillips
Candlelighting
Lily McRorey (11:00)
Prelude
(8:30)
Call to Worship
+Hymn of Praise 335
“A Festive Call to Praise” Sanctuary Choir
Joseph Martin (11:00)
“Praise the Lord! Ye Heavens, Adore Him”
The Psalm
Psalm 145:8-14
HYFRYDOL
David Fuller (8:30) Karen Trischler (11:00)
(Pew Bible, page 451, Old Testament)
Leader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God!
Practicing the Presence of God
+Hymn 18 Prayers of the People
An invitation to silent prayer
“Too Splendid for Speech”
DANIEL
Mike Lassiter
New Testament Reading
Matthew 13:31-35
Angie Fuller (8:30) Jeff Langford (11:00)
(Pew Bible, page 11, New Testament)
Leader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God! Sermon
“The Mustard Seed”
Jason Edwards
The worship of the living God invites our response. Those who wish to profess faith in Christ and/or to unite with the church are invited to come forward and share your decision with the pastor during the following hymn.
+Hymn of Response “Pass It On” It only takes a spark to get a fire going, And soon all those around can warm up in its glowing; That's how it is with God's love, once you've experienced it: You spread His love to ev'ryone, you want to pass it on.
PASS IT ON
What a wondrous time is spring—when all the trees are budding, The birds begin to sing, the flowers start their blooming; That's how it is with God's love, once you've experienced it: You want to sing, it's fresh like spring, you want to pass it on. I wish for you my friend, this happiness that I've found— You can depend on Him, it matters not where you're bound; I'll shout it from the mountain top, I want my world to know: The Lord of love has come to me, I want to pass it on. © Copyright 1969 by LEXICON MUSIC, INC./ASCAP. All Rights Reserved. International Copyright Secured.
+Offertory Prayer Offertory
Lisa Long (8:30) Beth Dusin (11:00) “I Sing the Mighty Power of God”
+Presentation of Offerings 706 “Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow” Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him, above ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen
Will Schmidt OLD
100TH
+A Time of Greeting Family Dedication
Jason Edwards Jason Edwards (11:00)
Eleanor Brett Swanson Smith Asher Harvey Swanson Smith Parents: Charles Smith and Stephanie Swanson Big Brother: Finn Grandmother: Lina Smith Uncle: Daniel Smith
Pastor: Will you commit to love, support, and prayerfully walk alongside Eleanor, Asher, and their family as they grow so they will know that they are each God’s child, first and last, so that they might one day answer the call to follow Jesus Christ? Congregation: We will. +Congregational Blessing
Jason Edwards
+The Sending Forth 7 “Worthy of Worship” You are worthy, Father, Creator. You are worthy, Savior, Sustainer. You are worthy, worthy and wonderful; Worthy of worship and praise.
JUDSON
Words and Music © 1988 Van Ness Press, Inc./McKinney Music, Inc. (Admin. By LifeWay Worship)
Postlude
“Toccata”
Doug Wagner (11:00)
All Songs UBP CCLI #1091036
All Video UBP CCVI #502497070
Organ: Ann Posey Sanctuary Sound: Dave Heston
Piano: Wanda O’Dell (8:30) Elliott Yoakum (11:00) Audio: John Hilton Video: Davis Miller
Instrumentalists: Trumpets: Gary Love, Dustin Williams; Trombone: Don Long; Euphonium: Matthew North; Saxophones: Joshua Hannsz, Tim Hannsz, Suzanne Love; Percussion: Aaron Long, Julie Williams
Beth Dusin and Bob have been members since 1985. They have two children, Nicholas and Matthew. Beth works in the public schools as a counselor and is the PTA School President for Heritage Middle School. Beth is a Deacon, active in the Student Ministry and has served on a number of committees at 2BC. David and Angie Fuller came to Second in 1997. Angie serves in the Music and Children’s Ministries and on the Arts and Environment Team. She recently retired from teaching at Second Friends Preschool. David joined Second after graduating from William Jewell College. David is Chief of Programs and Administrative Services for the Training and Doctrine Command Analysis Center at Ft. Leavenworth and a deacon at Second Baptist Church. Angie and David are parents to Naomi and Adam. Tim and Joshua Hannsz have been playing in the 2BC orchestra for many years. Joshua recently graduated from Liberty High School and has enlisted in the Navy. He will begin his service in February. Tim and Joshua both play saxophone. Tim works in construction and is a “good ‘ol boy!” Jeff Langford joined Second in 1998 and teaches the Winepress Bible Study class on Sunday mornings. He and his wife, Sara, are parents to three boys: Ian, Seth and Isaac. Jeff is Coordinator of CBF Heartland. Aaron Long has been a member of 2BC since 2008. He is a sophomore at the University of Arkansas where he is studying Civil Engineering. Aaron is also active in the university bands. Don and Lisa Long and family joined 2BC in 2008. Don is the Coordinator of Music Education for the Fort Osage School District where he continues to direct the Beginning Band program. Lisa is the choir and handbell director at Fire Prairie Upper Elementary School in Independence. Lisa is Sing & Play Leader for VBS this year. Both are active in the music ministry of 2BC. Gary and Suzanne Love have been part of 2BC for a number of years. Gary, trumpet, is a retired public school music instructor. Suzanne is an alto saxophone player. Suzanne is also a retired educator. She worked for years with curriculum educators. Lily McRorey is about to be a middle schooler! She is the daughter of Jill and Chris McRorey. Matthew North has been attending Second Baptist for about 10 years. He is 2nd Assistant Manager at the Barry Road HyVee. Matthew plays the euphonium in church ensembles and orchestra, plays handbells, and is a member of the Sanctuary Choir. Matthew is the son of Karen North. Carole Tanner and husband, Jim, have been members at Second since 1980. Throughout these years, Carole has blessed us with beautiful music through piano, organ, handbells and violin. She and Jim have recently moved to Primrose Retirement community which they are enjoying. Karen Trischler has been a member of 2BC since 2010. She has 3 children, Derek, Alex, and Katie. Karen is a substitute teacher for Liberty Public Schools Dustin and Julie Williams have attended 2BC regularly since 1999 and were baptized together in January of 2016. Dustin enjoys participating in the music ministry. Since earning his DMA in Trumpet Performance at UMKC he has stayed active as a freelance musician and educator. In his free time Dustin enjoys doing CrossFit and outdoor activities. Julie is beginning her fifth year of teaching elementary music in Grain Valley. Julie enjoys working with the Music Makers (first and second grade choir) at Second and helping with VBS and Masterpiece Arts Camp. Elliot Yoakum is an active member at Second Baptist. He will be a sophomore at William Jewell College this fall. He has served on South Dakota mission teams, the drama team and in the music ministry of 2BC. His parents are Rolland and Barbara Yoakum.
CELEBRATION OF NEW LIFE Congratulations to Brandi and Trey Corbett upon the birth of their son, William Monroe Corbett IV. Proud grandparents are Viki and Ken Personett. CHRISTIAN SYMPHATHY Christian Sympathy is extended to Bob Capps, Mary Alice Dobberstine, Tom Capps, and families in the death of their brother Lee Capps. Christian Sympathy is extended to Luda Teterina and family in the death of her beloved Uncle Peter in Russia. Christian Sympathy is extended to Tom Sneed and family in the death of his wife, Peggy, on June 23rd. Services were held Wednesday June 28th at Second Baptist Church. Christian Sympathy is extended to Dan Shadix and family in the death of his sister-in-law, Sheila Shadix, in Alabama on June 28th. ST. LUKE’S ON THE PLAZA Lora Mattly KINDRED HOSPITAL NORTHLAND John Arnold OTHER PRAYER CONCERNS Sabra Boyd’s parents, health concerns. Mary Arnold, health concerns. Nancy Calvert, recovering from a fall Moira Carder, health concerns. Lieutenant Colonel Kwenton Kuhlman, son of Pat and Larry Kuhlman, deployed to Afghanistan for nine months. John and Carol Tucking, health concerns. Carrie Heston, recovering from hip surgery. Jill Hilke, knee replacement Jon Dolton’s mom, Kay, health concerns. She is hospitalized in Huntington Beach, CA.
Linda Armstrong, chemotherapy treatments. Doug Soper, rehab The Search Committee for our Associate Pastor of Worship and Music. * Bold entries are new to the list this week.
CHURCHWIDE QUARTERLY CHURCH CONFERENCE w/ Light Lunch Sunday, July 30 | 12:00 p.m. |Social Room Please plan to join us! Lunch will be provided for a donation of $5. Childcare will be available
ME2 TUESDAY LUNCH BUNCH On summer on Tuesdays, a staff member will choose a restaurant and meet you at 11:30 for a pay-your-own lunch. Everyone is invited. No reservations required—we'll see you this summer around town for lunch! July 11 | Char Bar | David Fulk July 18 | Hunan | Connie McNeill FINDING GOD IN THE SHACK Sundays June 25-July 23 | 9:45| Social Room You may have read the book or seen the movie and it raised several theological questions for you. You aren’t alone! Come, bring your questions and join the conversation. Led by Jeff Langford. COFFEE WITH THE PASTOR On Jully 16 at 9:45 in the Oak Room, guests and new members, join Pastor Jason Edwards and a few members of 2BC for an informal coffee. Ask questions and chat about anything you want to know as you get familiar with the 2BC faith family.
MISSIONS BOOK AND A BUCK July 22 - 27 "Books and a Buck" SEND Initiative to North Carolina Come on! Join a group of 2BC members for a 6-day mission
trip to Shelby, North Carolina, to deliver and box the books we've been collecting. This is a great opportunity for families, middle-agers, and seniors to take part in a short-term mission trip at a low cost, missing only four days of work—leaving on Saturday morning and returning Thursday night. One night will be spent on the road going to Shelby, three nights there in dorm-style housing, and one night on the way coming back. We've reserved the People Mover. We will have Good Times on the Road! An informational meeting will be held after church on Sunday, July 9, at 12:15 in room 505. We'll serve a light lunch of make-your-own sandwiches and will go over details of the trip. If you have an interest in knowing more, please contact Karen Rogers (email and phone on the Hub). If you can't make that meeting, contact Karen, and she'll arrange another meeting time and place with you.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT MEALS TEAM ENLISTMENT FOR 2017-2018 We need to add at least two more teams this year. Teams will be responsible for four meals through the end of the year and five meals in 2018. Teams use a budget to choose the menu, purchase the food, prepare and serve the meal at 5:30 p.m.. We have a paid dishwasher each week, so teams do not need to worry about cleanup. The fellowship around the tables always starts the Wednesday night programming on a good note. If you are willing to form a team or to be a part of a team, contact Mike. There will be a brief meeting Sunday morning July 23 at 9:15 a.m. in the Social Room for those interested, and more information will be available.
SCHOOL CONNECTIONS TEAM SCHUMACHER SHARK ALERT! Donations needed for the LPS Back to School Event! On Monday, August 7th, the Liberty Public Schools will host its annual “Back to School” event. The event includes providing school supplies, backpacks, hygiene kits, haircuts, gift cards for shoes, and food. Second Baptist has been asked to support this event with a number of donations. The School Connections Team will be providing $15 - $20 gift cards for shoes from Payless Shoes and YOU can help by providing some of the items listed above. Donations will be collected from July 16th through August 2nd. SCHUMACHER SHARKS Donation bins will be located in the Welcome Center and throughout the church. Thanks in advance for helping our Liberty students start the 2017-2018 well prepared!
STUDENTS
HIGH SCHOOL BEACH CAMP
July 16-21 | Panama City, Fla. | Rising 9th-grade through graduated 12th-grade students Depart from 2BC July 16 at 9:00 a.m.
CHILDREN
Interested in volunteering for this team or have questions? Contact Debbie Lane at 781-9281 or debbielane71861@gmail.com
SENIOR ADULTS VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2017 July 10-14, 2017 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. For children ages 4 through 5th grade It's free! ONLINE REGISTRATION OPEN. 2bcliberty.org/vbs. Wednesday, July 12 | 5:00 p.m. |Corner Café Wednesday, July 19 | 5:00 p.m. | LaCosta
VBS Set-up Day July 9 All Afternoon. Any and all, come help as you can.
WHAT: Arts camp WHEN: July 31-August 4 WHERE: Second Baptist Church TIME: 9:00 – 12:00 COST: $30 (Those with more than one child pay $25 after the 1st child.) PARTICIPANTS: Children who have completed kindergarten through fifth grade REGISTRATION NOW OPEN AT http://2bcliberty.org/masterpiece We are excited to have our third year with an arts camp at Second! This summer the children will be involved in cooking, needlework, movement, drama, liturgical dance, percussion and music exploration, art and a basic exposure to life protection arts. What a week it will be! On Thursday of that week, the children will have the opportunity to bring their lunch and their swimming gear. After camp, we’ll eat at church, then take the people mover to the O’Dells’ pool for an afternoon of swimming! When you register, you’ll see the permission form for this outing. The kiddos will return for pick-up at the church at 3:15 pm. Don’t miss the opportunity for your kiddos to be a part of an arts experience here at Second Baptist Church. For more information, contact Gwen Phillips gphillips@2bcliberty.org
Sunday, July 9
All Afternoon
VBS Set-up
12:00 p.m.
SEND Book and a Buck Trip Meeting
4:15 p.m.
Stephen Ministry
5:00 p.m.
Leadership Development
6:00 p.m.
Student Innermission
6:30 p.m.
Deacons’ Meeting
9:00 a.m.
VBS
5:45 p.m. Arrival 6:00 p.m. Tee Time
2BC Summer Golf | Liberty Hills
9:00 a.m.
VBS
11:30 a.m.
Me2 Lunch Char Bar | David Fulk
9:00 a.m.
VBS
5:00 p.m.
Summer Meet & Eat | Corner Café
7:00 p.m.
Sanctuary Choir
Thursday, July 13
9:00 a.m.
VBS
Friday, July 14
9:00 a.m.
VBS
Saturday, July 15
9:30 a.m.
Many Hands Fair Trade Shop
Sunday, July 16
9:00 a.m.
Beach Camp Departure
9:45 a.m.
Coffee with the Pastor
5:00 p.m.
Personnel Committee
6:00 p.m.
Innermission
6:30 p.m.
Church Council
Monday, July 10
Tuesday, July 11
Wednesday, July 12
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