CHRIST THE KING SUNDAY THANKSGIVING

Morning Worship – 10:00 a.m. November 21, 2021

Silent prayer for use in preparation for worship: Grant that we may walk as Christ walked; grant that what the Spirit was in

Him, such He may also be in us; grant that our lives may be refashioned after the pattern of His life; grant that we may do today here on earth what Christ would have done, and in the way He would have done it; grant that we may become vessels of His grace, instruments of His will, to Thy glory

and honor, through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen. A prayer of J.H. Jowett (1864-1923), former pastor of Fifth Avenue

Presbyterian Church, New York City, and of Westminster Chapel, London

PRELUDE We Gather Together arr. David E. Smith Alexandra Nichols, Violin

All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name arr. Mark Hayes John Black, Piano

(Lyrics may be found on pgs. 363 and 196 of the Trinity Hymnal) *PSALTER CALL TO WORSHIP from Psalm 100

Make a joyful noise to the Lord, all the earth! SERVE THE LORD WITH GLADNESS, COME INTO HIS PRESENCE WITH SINGING! Know that the Lord, He is God! It is He who made us, and we are His; we

are His people, and the sheep of His pasture. ENTER HIS GATES WITH THANKSGIVING, AND HIS COURTS WITH PRAISE! Give thanks to Him; bless his name! FOR THE LORD IS GOOD; HIS STEADFAST LOVE ENDURES FOREVER, AND HIS

FAITHFULNESS TO ALL GENERATIONS.

*+HYMN Crown Him With Many Crowns

PRAYER OF CONFESSION (first silently, then in unison) O GOD, WE BESEECH THEE, GUARD OUR SOULS; SUSTAIN OUR BODIES; EXALT OUR SENSES; DIRECT OUR COURSE; REGULATE OUR MANNERS; BLESS OUR UNDERTAKINGS; FULFILL OUR PETITIONS; INSPIRE US WITH HOLY THOUGHTS; PARDON WHAT IS PAST; RECTIFY WHAT IS PRESENT; ORDER WHAT IS TO COME; AND ALL FOR THE SAKE OF JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD AND SAVIOR, WHO ALONE CAN MAKE US PERFECT AS HE IS PERFECT. MAY THE POWER OF THE FATHER GOVERN US, MAY THE WISDOM OF THE SON ENLIGHTEN US, AND MAY THE OPERATION OF THE HOLY SPIRIT QUICKEN US. AMEN.

A prayer of Bishop Lancelot Andrewes, 1555-1626)

ASSURANCE OF PARDON

*GLORIA PATRI

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be,

World without end. Amen, amen. DEDICATION OF THE PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN THANK OFFERING ANTHEM How Great Is Our God Keith Christopher

The splendor of a King, clothed in majesty; Let all the Earth rejoice, let all the Earth rejoice.

He wraps himself in light, and darkness tries to hide, It trembles at His voice, it trembles at His voice. [REFRAIN] How great is our God, sing with me

How great is our God, and all will see How great, how great is our God.

Age to age He stands, and time is in His hands; Beginning and the end, beginning and the end.

The Godhead, Three in One, Father, Spirit, Son, The Lion and the Lamb, the Lion and the Lamb. [REFRAIN]

MINUTE FOR MISSION SCRIPTURE READING Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14

ANTHEM Little David, Play on Your Harp arr. Rollo Dilworth Youth Choir

PRESENTATION OF THE SUNDAY SCHOOL

*HYMN When Upon Life’s Billows

SERMON “THE JUDGE ADVOCATE GENERAL”

*A LITANY OF THANKSGIVING Bulletin Back OFFERING

*Doxology 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! *Presentation of Pledges *Prayer of Dedication

*HYMN All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE Marche Triomphale on Nun Danket Alle Gott

Sigfrid Karg-Elert

*(the people standing, as able)

Daniel 7:9-10, 13-14

“As I looked,

thrones were set in place, and the Ancient of Days took His seat.

His clothing was as white as snow; the hair of his head was white like wool.

His throne was flaming with fire, and its wheels were all ablaze.

A river of fire was flowing, coming out from before him.

A thousand thousands attended him; ten thousand times ten thousand stood before him.

The court was seated, and the books were opened.”

*** In my vision at night I looked, and there before me was one like a son of man, coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into His presence. And to Him was given authority, glory and sovereign power, that all nations and peoples of every language should serve him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion which shall not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed.

MUSIC ASSOCIATE ALEXANDRA NICHOLS will perform her junior recital in our sanctuary TODAY at 2:00 p.m. She is double-majoring in piano and violin performance, and this program will encompass an hour of works for both instruments by Brahms, Chopin, Mozart, Mussorgsky, and others. You won’t want to miss this afternoon of beautiful music, nor the opportunity to extend our gratitude and support to Alexandra, with whom we have been so richly blessed for just over three years.

GREENWOOD COMMUNITY CHURCH, PRESBYTERIAN Warwick, Rhode Island

November 21, 2021

WE WELCOME all who are worshiping in our sanctuary today; welcome, too, to all worshiping online! A special word of welcome to any visiting

with us in person or online, whether you are visiting us for a day or looking for a new church home. Information packets are available in the narthex, or feel free to ask an usher or member if you have any questions. All are

cordially invited to Coffee Hour downstairs following the service.

Flowers Today are given to the glory of God by Kristine Swanson in loving memory of her father, Paul Swanson, on his November 25 birthday, and by Bob and Karen Hocking in thankful praise of our church family here at Greenwood Community Church.

HANGING OF THE GREENS NEXT SUNDAY! Also, a modified Advent Wreath Workshop will take place during the Sunday School hour. Supplies will be provided for you to create an Advent wreath for your home. Join us as we decorate the sanctuary, ring in the new liturgical year, and celebrate the first Sunday of Advent as a church family.

OUR CHRISTMAS CONCERT, "A FESTIVAL OF CAROLS!" will be presented Sunday, December 5, 5:00 p.m. The Greenwood Concert Choir will be joined by the Greenwich Bay Brass ensemble, organ, hand bells and timpani. Also, a brief pageant by our Sunday School will take place during the concert. Don’t miss this afternoon of Christmas cheer!

THE MISSION COMMITTEE is again partnering with Eleanor Slater Hospital to provide Christmas gifts to their long-term adult psychiatric patients. Each ornament will have their code and three wish items. You may provide one, two or all three of the wish items. You are invited to choose one, or more, of the coded ornaments from our tree in Fellowship Hall. Please record your name and phone number next to the corresponding tag number listed on the spreadsheet provided on our table. Please return gifts by Sunday, December 12 unwrapped in a bag with the coded ornament. Thank you for this act of kindness which will not only be giving someone a tangible gift, but the gift of being remembered and dignified as a person.

SUNDAY SCHOOL MITTEN TREE: It’s time to help decorate our annual Mitten Tree on the stage in Fellowship Hall! Donations of mittens, hats gloves and scarves for the needy are appreciated.

This Week In Our Church

November 21 5 – 7 p.m. King’s Kids 6 – 8 p.m. 29Eleven Monday 7 – 8 p.m. BSF – Ladies Tuesday 7 – 8 p.m. BSF – Men Wednesday 5:30 p.m. Wed. Fellowship Dinner 7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal Thursday THANKSGIVING November 28 10:00 a.m. HANGING OF THE GREENS 11:15 a.m. ADVENT WREATH WORKSHOP

We invite you to remember a loved one during the Christmas season with a poinsettia to help beautify our sanctuary. WHITE POINSETTIAS must be ordered by DECEMBER 5, orders for RED POINSETTIAS may be made through December 12. Thank you.

THE 2022 FLOWER CALENDAR will soon be posted in the church office. Please consider signing up for dates to honor a loved one, mark a special occasion, and/or commemorate the memory of a dearly departed relative or friend and also help beautify our sanctuary for worship. $15 per bouquet.

Also, the Presbyterian Women welcome donations of cash/gift cards for places/items teens may like, as they are sometimes 'forgotten' and really aren't looking for toys such as Legos or Barbie dolls. You may give cards to Joan Eichenfeldt or leave them in the Presbyterian Women Moderator mailbox in the office

Dear Sunday School Families, The Advent season begins Sunday, November 28th. We have lots of activities and events planned for the whole family to enjoy! Mark your calendars.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 28

HANGING OF THE GREENS - Please meet Mrs. Rudolph and Ms. Swanson in the Narthex before the service if you would like to participate. ADVENT WREATH WORKSHOP - We will meet during the Sunday School time in Fellowship Hall to give families an opportunity to learn about the Advent wreath and to make a wreath for home use together. All materials and instructions will be provided.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 5

CHRISTMAS CONCERT 5:00 - The CHILDREN'S CHRISTMAS PAGEANT will be performed during the Christmas Concert. REHEARSALS - Sunday, November 21 and Sunday, November 28 at 5:00 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 10 – PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT 6-9 Presenting the "Polar Express" Movie. Wear your PJ's. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 12 - CHRISTMAS CAROLING for all ages. We will car pool after Coffee Hour for a wonderful afternoon of singing Christmas carols to some of our shut-ins. SUNDAY, DECEMBER 19 - The CHRISTMAS TABLEAU - All children are welcome to participate in the Tableau presentation during the worship service. Meet us in the 29Eleven room before the service to dress up and prepare for the presentation.

SUNDAY SCHOOL MITTEN TREE MISSION PROJECT During the month of December, we will be collecting mittens, hats, gloves, and scarves for the needy on our Mitten Tree which will be in Fellowship Hall.

This is how I used Pastor Clark's dollars in a way that might make him happy:

_____________________________________________- ______________________________________________ Y our name: ___________________________________

Please return NEXT SUNDAY, November 21, during the Time With The Children. Thank you very much! -- Pastor Clark