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.
“Freedom is not the absence of commitments, but the ability to choose—and commit myself to—what is best for me.” — Paulo Coelho "Your commitments can develop you or destroy you, but either way, they will define you." — Rick Warren
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.
WiFi Hot Spot: 2BC-Guest Password: 2bcguest#01 Church Phone: 816-781-2824
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
November 12, 2017
11:00 a.m.
Gathering Music
The God of Abraham Praise Brass Ensemble
Michael Cox
Invitation to Worship
Nick Bartlow
Candlelighting Call to Worship
Amelia George “Let Every Thing That Has Breath” “Praising You” Music Makers Angie Fuller, director, Marianne Neth, piano
+Hymn of Praise 332
“O For a Thousand Tongues to Sing”
Testimony
Joseph Martin Schram/Williams
AZMON
Chip Handrich
Music for Worship
“The King of Love My Shephard Is” Chip and Marcie Handrich
The Psalm
Psalm 78:1-7
Harry Rowe Shelley Leslie Bunch
(Pew Bible, page 418, Old Testament)
Leader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God! Practicing the Presence of God +Hymn 48
An invitation to silent prayer “Great is Thy Faithfulness”
FAITHFULNESS
Prayers of the People Choral Worship Old Testament Reading
Karen Rogers “A Jubilant Celebration” Sanctuary Choir Joshua 24:1-25
Joseph Martin Becky Dempsey, Gary Smith, and Susan Miller
(Pew Bible, page 167, Old Testament)
Leader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God!
Sermon +Hymn of Response 490
“Choose This Day” “Take My Life, and Let It Be Consecrated”
Jason Edwards HENDON
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.
+Litany of Consecration
Don Long
Leader: People:
As we celebrate your faithfulness to all generations, We choose this day whom we will serve.
Leader: People:
We will not forget your works, O God; We choose this day whom we will serve.
Leader. People:
That the yet unborn may know your commandments, We choose this day whom we will serve.
Leader. People:
With gratitude for the past and hope for the future We choose this day whom we will serve;
All:
We will serve the Lord!
+Offertory Prayer
Carol Weirich
Offertory
“Sing to the Lord of Harvest”
Catherine McMichael
+Presentation of Offerings 373 “Give Thanks” GIVE THANKS Give thanks with a grateful heart; give thanks to the Holy One. Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son. And now let the weak say, “I am strong”; let the poor say, “I am rich,” Because of what the Lord has done for us. Give thanks! Copyright ©1978 Integrity’s Hosanna! Music.
+A Time of Greeting
Jason Edwards
+Congregational Blessing
Jason Edwards
+The Sending Forth 514 “Christians, Let Us Go and Serve Him” HOLY MANNA Christians, let us go and serve Him, serve the One who gives us life. Let us serve in love and power, in the name of Jesus Christ. Serve in love and serve in wisdom, reaching all we know and see. Christians, let us go and serve Him, now and through eternity. Words © 2002 Broadman Press (Admin. by Lifeway Worship)
Postlude
“Thanksgiving Dance”
Alfred Fedak
Parents, if you have children in the preschool area for childcare, please pick them up immediately after the service and return to the sanctuary for the Church Conference.. All Songs UBP CCLI #1091036
All Video UBP CCVI #502497070
Organ: Ann Posey Sanctuary Sound: Dave Heston
Piano: Debbie Lassiter Audio: John Hilton & Video: Bob Dusin
Nick Bartlow has been a member of Second since 2000. He currently serves as chair of the Search Committee for the Associate Pastor of Worship and Music. He works for Barkley Integrated Marketing & Ad Agency. Leslie Bunch is a retired teacher, having spent 29 years teaching middle school vocal music. Presently, she works as a free-lance accompanist throughout the Kansas City area. She and Alan joined 2BC in 2005. They have two grown married children and one grandson. Leslie is active in the music ministry as well as serving on Church Council and the search committee for the Associate Pastor of Worship and Music. Becky Dempsey is a deacon and choir member. She taught children’s Sunday School and led children’s worship services here for over 20 years. She acts in films, commercials and plays; is a Teaching Artist for Kansas City Young Audiences; and is Assistant Theater Director for Liberty Public Schools. She is involved with the Drama Ministry here at Second. Bob Dusin has attended Second Baptist Church since 1998. He is a leadership development consultant and a voice and video actor. Bob lives near Liberty with Beth and their two sons, Nick and Matt. Angie Fuller has been a member of 2BC since 1997. She serves in the Music and Children’s Ministries and on the Arts and Environment Team. Angie and David are parents of Naomi and Adam. Amelia George is a fifth grader at EPIC School. She is the daughter of Karri and John George. Debbie Lassiter has been a member at 2BC since Mike joined our church staff in 1989. She is actively involved in Missions and has been on numerous mission trips. Debbie also enjoys hospitality service and is the children's choirs coordinator. Don Long joined 2BC in 2008 along with his family. He is the Coordinator of Music Education for the Fort Osage School District where he continues to direct the Beginning Band program. He is active in the Music Ministry at Second. Susan Miller is a Chaplain with Ascend Hospice. Gary, Susan and Mallory have been members of 2BC since January 2010. Susan has served on the 2BC Drama Team and the Missions Committee, and has participated in mission trips, chaperoned youth trips, and participated in Disciple Now. Marianne Neth enjoys spending time with her grandchildren and serving at Second Baptist including being a Mentor Mom for MOPS. She and Norman have been members since 1995. Karen Rogers has been a member of Second Baptist since the first Sunday she visited the church 12 years ago. She is involved in numerous church activities and especially appreciates the music, missions and training opportunities available through 2BC. Gary Smith joined Second in 1995. He and Debra have three children: Amanda, Matthew and Emily. He has worked in the telecommunications industry for 25 years. He previously taught Middle School Sunday School and was a part of the 2BC radio ministry for 11 years. Carol Weirich and Les joined Second Baptist Church in 2013 after moving to Liberty. They are the parents of two married daughters and have four grandchildren. Carol is a retired banker and still likes to be involved in finance.
PRAYER CONCERNS continued CHRISTIAN SYMPATHY
Susi Seely, home from the hospital.
Christian Sympathy is extended to the Trischler family upon the unexpected death of Karen’s nephew, Drew McCullough.
Linda Armstrong, radiation.
Christian Sympathy is extended to former members George and Janet Noble upon the death of their son, Rodney, in a car accident on October 24. CONGRATULATIONS
A daughter, Charlee Kay Tinkey, was born to Patrick and Kayleen on November 6th. Proud grandparents are Marti and Bill Mauzey.
David Barr, longtime friend of Larry Willis, fighting cancer Erma Kay Edwards, shoulder sprain. ON-GOING PRAYER CONCERNS Earl O’Rourke, Erin Lankford’s father John Shank’s brother, Mike Faye Sager, Cindi Moore’s mother-in-law Baylee Buck Paul Speaker
ST. LUKE’S ON THE PLAZA Larry Flippin, Heather Schumacher’s brother
Sabra Boyd’s parents Irene Thomas Carol & John Tucking
NORTHCOURT REHAB SUITES
Gary Armstrong’s mother
June Dorsel PRAYER CONCERNS
OTHER PRAYER CONCERNS
Those killed in Sutherland Springs, TX and New York City.
In View of a Call Weekend. * Bold entries are new to the list this week.
Kathleen Edwards’ grandson, Jacob Newman. Jim Edwards, home from the hospital Suzie Goertz, shoulder injury
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Celebrate the Season
CHURCHWIDE SECOND BAPTIST CHURCH THANKSGIVING DINNER “Gather Here with Grateful Hearts” Sunday, November 12 | 5:30 – 7:00 p.m. | Heritage Hall | 117 W Kansas St. | Liberty TICKETS CAN STILL BE PURCHASED TODAY IN THE WELCOME CENTER!
SECOND SERVINGS FOOD AND FELLOWSHIP Wednesday, November 15 | 5:45-6:30 This Week’s Menu—by Church Ladies Team Baked Potato Bar (potatoes, bacon, sour cream, cheese, green onions, etc.), Banana Cashew Salad, Cookies
Please make reservations by Tuesday at noon on The Hub/Forms/Second Servings Reservations: Aug/Dec 2017 or by calling the church office 781-2824. SECOND SESSIONS No Second Sessions this Wednesday. This week will be The Service of Hope. It’s a GIFT — but what is it? Well, it’s a silver spoon with an engraving of 2BC before 1920, but what is the story? This spoon, with the additional marking “EM.” was sent to us by a man who found it at an estate sale. Was it produced as part of a celebration or a fund-raising project? If you have any information about 2BC commemorative spoons, please tell Eleanor Speaker or a member of the church staff.
December 3 | 5:00 – 6:30 p.m. We begin this year’s Advent season with a hymn sing of Advent and Christmas songs. You’ll also enjoy the music of our children’s choirs and a storytelling time just for the children. A reception follows in the Social Room with music from the Student Choir, more fun singing, and cookies!
SENIOR ADULTS COFFEE AND CONVERSATION COFFEE AND CONVERSATION Monday, November 20 | 10 a.m. | Social Room All senior adults are invited to come for a hot cup of coffee, a sweet treat, and good conversation. 100 Year Birthday Celebration Loreta Moore, is celebrating 100 years of faithful living this week. Her family is hosting a private reception for her this month. Loreta’s health does not permit her to have a large reception, but she would love to have a card from you. Her address is in The Hub or available from Dawn Thurlo at The Welcome Center Desk if you need it.
MISSIONS
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COMMUNITY
Are you looking for a way to help with the Christmas Store? We need your help to stock the store with this year’s coolest toys and gifts for kids. Look for the sign-up sheets in the Welcome Center and sign up today to purchase a gift (or two!) for this year’s store (Dec. 14, 15 and 16). If you’d rather have us do the shopping, you can make a monetary donation as well. Contact Karri George
at 2bcchristmasstore@gmail.com with questions or visit CHILDREN http://2bcliberty.org/christmasstore. PARENTS NIGHT OUT/CHRISTMAS PARTY “CANDY CANE LANE” St. James Blood Drive Friday, December 8 | 6:30 - 9:30 p.m. Tuesday, November 21 | 12:30 – 7:00 p.m. Birth through Fifth Grade St. James Catholic Church Social Hall Have you filled your December calendar with places Each presenting blood donor will receive a Limited to go yet? Well, plans are being made for our annual Edition KC Chiefs/CBC t-shirt. Appointments are Parents Night Out/Children’s Christmas Party and encouraged and can be made online at www.esavealifenow.org using sponsor code 'stjames' or that definitely needs to be on your calendar! IT’S FREE! IT’S A GIFT TO YOU! contact Nikki at 816-407-1208. Walk-ins are welcome Simply fill out a registration form on The Hub or and childcare is available. For medical eligibility pick one up at Dawn’s desk. Question? See Gwen. questions, call 800-688-0900. Thank you so much for your continued support of the community blood drives at St. James!
STUDENTS December Fun Night: Progressive Dinner
Volunteers for Meal Host Homes appreciated Saturday, December 9 | 6:00 p.m. The holidays are a time to get together with friends, share laughter and a meal, then move to another location and do it all again!
Advent/Christmas Eve Music Children who are taking music lessons are invited to begin preparing music appropriate for worship to We'll dress to the nines and go out on the town for a play during the gathering on Christmas Eve at 5:00 progressive dinner! Now, you might ask, what is a progressive dinner? It's a three-course dinner with a fun p.m. If you would like to participate, please contact Ann Posey, call or text 816-507-2744, for more twist. Each course is served at a different location. At information. one house an appetizer is served, at another house we have the entree, and a third house serves the dessert. This gives us a chance to meet more people and hang out at several different locations across our community! We are looking for host houses for this event. If you have a penchant for hosting-with-the-most let Charles know by e-mail at csmith@2bcliberty.org. Sign-ups for this will be coming soon!
THIS WEEK AT 2BC Sunday, November 12
5:30 p.m.
2BC Thanksgiving Dinner
Wednesday, November 15
5:45 p.m.
Second Servings
6:00 p.m.
Children’s (Grades 4 & 5) Handbell Choir
6:15 p.m.
Sanctuary Handbell Choir SERVE Coaches
6:30 p.m. 7:15 p.m.
Service of Hope Children Missions &Youth Small Group Sanctuary Choir
Thursday, November 16
7:00 p.m.
Community Thanksgiving Service
Saturday, November 18
9:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Many Hands Fair Trade Shop
Sunday, November 19
8:30 a.m.
Worship
8:55 a.m.
Middle School Handbell Choirs
9:00 a.m.
Children’s Choirs
9:45 a.m.
Bible Study Connections Class Stephen Ministry Training
11:00 a.m.
Worship
12:00 p.m.
Financial Stewardship Committee Meeting
5:00 p.m.
Stephen Ministry Peer Supervision Student Choir
6:00 p.m.
School Connections Team Student Innermission
6:30 p.m.
Church Council
Church office hours are M-F, 8:30 - 4:30. If you need assistance outside of these hours, please call the church and follow the prompts for the Minister on Call. 816-781-2824. More calendar information is available on The Hub.
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