Georgetown Presbyterian Church

January 15, 2017 10:00 am Service

Welcome One Another, as Christ Welcomes You Romans 15:7

Welcome and Community Sharing

Leader: The Peace of Christ be with you! People: And also with you!

Let us greet each other in the name of Christ.

Prelude The Rocking Song

Morning Prayer

Introit Sanctuary Hymnal #4821 time sing; 2 time hum; 3 time singst nd rd

Behold, Now is the Day of Salvation

2 Corinthians 6:2

Call to Worship Matthew 2:1-12

*Hymn of Praise We Three Kings of Orient Are Hymnal #233

1 Verse - All; 2 Verse - Men; 3 Verse - Women; 4 Verse - Choir; 5 Verse - Allst nd rd th th

Unlike this hymn, the bible doesn’t specify the number of Magi (kings). The traditional numberof three is based on names given in non-biblical writings and the fact three gifts are mentioned.

Faith Sharing with Families Following Faith Sharing, the children are invited to stay at the front tables or rejoin their families.

*Call to Confession, Unison Prayer, Silent Prayer

Revealing God,

Every year, I hear the prophet Isaiah and the baptiser John shout out

“Prepare the way of the Lord.” But how do I do that? How do I prepare for

your coming in a world where injustice and violence are normal? How do I

prepare to greet you when my own life is in disarray? How will I recognize

your coming amid all the commotion about me? Forgive me Lord. Forgive

my in-attention to your presence and on-going work in the world. Forgive

wavering trust in your conquering love as I face the challenges before me.

Forgive me and re-open my heart, that I may receive you in new and

wondrous ways as I follow the star you have set before me . . . . . .

Silent prayer / meditation / reflection

Leader: Amen People: Amen

*Affirmation of Pardon *Congregational Response Turn Your Eyes upon Jesus Hymnal #472

Anthem O Come All Ye Faithful Chancel Choir

So We Proclaim; So We Believe

1 Corinthians 15:11

Narrative Lesson Luke 3:1-6;21-22, Luke 4:16-30 P e w B i b l e N.T. Page #56

Leader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God!

Meditation Great Expectations Pastor Williams

Be Doers of the Word; Blessed in the DoingJames 1:22, 25

Ordination and Installation of Elders-Elect and Deacons-Elect

Elders-Elect to be ordained: Bob Chudakewich, Rukshana Gulab, Installed to Session Class of 2019 Richard Hubbard, Chris Umsted.

Deacons-Elect to be ordained: Joe Booth (Personnel)Commissioned to Service Listed Mari Ellyn Hellard (Mission)

Sharon Hubbard (Prayer) Justin Illian (Mission)

Deacons Dora George (Hospitality),

Re-Commissioned by Session Vicki Moore (Worship), Carol Ann Stone (Bereavement), Linda Williams (Mission)

Elders Retiring from Session Service: Bobby Gulab, Jim Martin, Lee Turek

*Celebration of the Lord's Supper & Epiphany Stars Star Sharing, Chris Umsted

Members and guests alike are invited to come to the table and after partaking ofthe elements, receive an Epiphany Star for 2017.

Invitation to the TablePrayer of Thanksgiving & Lord's Prayer (found on the inside back cover of hymnal)

Words of Institution 1 Corinthians 11:23-26All who seek a relationship with Christ are invited to come forward to share this spiritual feast. In preparation, examine your faith life, asking God to open your heart to those actions which,through the work of the Holy Spirit, will deepen your intimacy with Christ. Please take a piece ofbread from the plate and dip it into the cup, partaking immediately.

Gluten free bread has crusts attached. The cup contains unfermented grape juice. Anappropriate response to the Elder’s words as you receive the elements is "Amen" which means,"Let it be so." Using one loaf and cup symbolizes our unity in Christ. If coming forward isdifficult, you will have the opportunity to be served in the pew. All ages are invited to the table,for none of us fully understand this gift of spiritual nourishment that we have been given. ThePastor will be available at the antique communion table for those who wish a personal moment ofprayer.

Receiving God's Tithes & Our Gifts

As did the first century church, we will receive the offering as a part of our communion

celebration. The offering is not returned to the front of the sanctuary, but is immediately sent

from our gathering, symbolizing its use beyond church walls.

Offertory Rise, Shine, You People! Hymn of the Month #89

Celebration of Global Ministry Guatemalan Prayer PartnersLinda Williams (co-ordinator), Michele Fletcher, Dora George, Lorraine Graves,Carolyn Green, Nancy Heck, Sharon Hubbard, Betty Kasperski, Sharon Lawrence, CarlaShort, Beth Smith, Carol Ann Stone, Chris Umsted.

*Hymn of Dedication Songs of Thankfulness and Praise Hymnal #243

*Benediction & Response Amen, Amen (Refrain) Hymnal #249

A – men. A – men, A - men, Amen, Amen.

Postlude Good Christian Friends Rejoice! German Melody

OUR ANNUAL CONGREGATIONAL MEETING WILL TAKE PLACE FOLLOWING OUR 10:00

AM WORSHIP ON SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 12 . Lunch will be served prior to the meeting. TH

After our meeting part of the gathering, we will join in our annual COUNTRY COOKING

AUCTION! Members are invited to donate baked goods or other special items for

the auction. Proceeds from the auction will support our outreach ministries. Join us as

we celebrate 2016, look forward to 2017 and support our outreach ministries.

2016 ELDERS AND CHURCH GROUP LEADERS are requested to have your 2016 committee

reports emailed or delivered to the church office by this Friday, January 20 to beth

included in our 2016 Annual Report Booklet!

Community News ~ January 15, 2017

TODAY IS OUR ANNUAL STAR SUNDAY! Please see the insert for ideas concerning your

2017 Star Word.

PLEASE JOIN US IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING THE SERVICE for our monthly Fellowship

Time in Tunnell Hall.

WE ARE GLAD THAT YOU ARE HERE! ALL MEMBERS, FRIENDS AND GUESTS ARE ASKED

TO SIGN THE COMMUNITY FORM IN THE BLACK BOOKS. If you haven’t done sopreviously, you are invited to include contact information if desired. For informationabout joining our fellowship, please speak with the pastor, an Elder or call the churchoffice at 856-6842.

PRAYER REQUEST FORMS ARE LOCATED IN THE ATTENDANCE PADS. You may placerequest forms in the offering plate, give them to the pastor or drop them by the office.

WE HAVE LARGE PRINT BULLETINS available for those who might be more comfortableusing larger type. If an additional bulletin is needed, please ask.

VISIT OUR FACEBOOK PAGE AND WEB PAGE regularly for continuing information aboutour church. Every week our Bulletin is posted on the web page: PresChurch.com

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR NEXT SUNDAY, JANUARY 22 . During that service, weND

will take our Annual worshipping Community Photo. We hope you can be a part of thisyearly “snapshot” our fellowship.

SHELTER SPONSORS DURING THE MONTH OF JANUARY

DR. JOHN AND AMY WHEELER

RAIDEN BARLOW & RIDER BARLOW

We are grateful for their support of this community ministry.

MEMBERS AND FRIENDS CELEBRATING JANUARY BIRTHDAYS: 1 Albert Buchanan 5 Ashley Berry 7 Isobel Murray 7 Krystal Mall 14 Barbara Chudakewich 16 Benish Mall19 Margie Booth 20 Howard Abbott, Jr 21 Alice Nagle26 Chris Umsted 28 Betty Kasperski

MEMBERS AND FRIENDS CELEBRATING JANUARY ANNIVERSARIES:17 Mike & Beth Garvilla (1981) 23 Lee & Barbara Turek (1965)

Birthdays and Anniversaries: If you don’t see yours listed, please contact the churchoffice at 856-6842 or Office@georgetownpres.com so we can include you

WE WILL CELEBRATE those with birthdays and anniversaries this month on January 29 .th

(We usually do this on the 2 Sunday of the month, but rescheduled due to our snownd

storm.)

AS OF JANUARY 1 , GEORGETOWN PRESBYTERIAN’SST

ELECTRICAL ENERGY WILL BE 100% WIND POWERED. The

advantages of contracting for 100% wind powered electricity

include: 1) wind is a clean fuel source, 2) wind is a domestic

energy source, 3) wind is a sustainable fuel source, and 4) the

use of wind power “recognizes and accepts that restoring

creation is a central concern of the church, to be incorporated

into its life and mission.” – from the “Call to Restore the Creation” -

202 (1990) General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (USA)nd

Let’s Meet at The Well begins another 4 week term

this Wednesday from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm. The WELL is a

welcoming place for the entire village and all are encouraged to

join us. We begin with a common meal in the Fellowship Hall

at 5:30 pm and from 6:00 - 7:00 enjoy activities for the whole

family. There is no choir rehearsal this Wednesday.

OUR FIRST FRUITS CART continues to need your help this winter. Please help us fill the

cart with non perishable items. A possible list of items to consider is in the cart. The

food is distributed to visitors during the week and to the Wesley Methodist Food Pantry.

Georgetown Presbyterian ChurchChartered January 27, 1860

203 North Bedford Street; P.O. Box 46 Georgetown, DE 19947

Office: 856-6842 / Pastor’s Cell: 302-344-1912 or from a cell phone call **pastor (star,star, p-a-s-t-o-r)

Office E-mail: Office@georgetownpres.com

Facebook page: Facebook.com/GeorgetownPres ~ for Current happenings and photos~~You do not need to be a member of Facebook to read our Facebook page.~~

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Worship Leaders and StaffThe Reverend Michael Williams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PastorMrs. Linda C. Wolfe. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Director of MusicMrs. Sallie Horner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Co-Director of MusicThe GPC Chancel Choir. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Music MinistryElder Betty Kasperski. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Harrison House Sussex-West MinistryMr. William Taylor. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Clerk of SessionMr. Lee Turek. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . TreasurerDr. Bobby Gulab. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Assistant TreasurerMrs. Beth Garvilla.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Church OfficeMr. Mark Amendt .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Building ServiceMrs. Jennine Money Groene. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ministry Candidate New Castle Presbytery

Session Elders and Commissioned Deacons

Elders serve on the Session for 3 year terms; Deacons are Commissioned for Specific Ministries yearly.

CLASS OF 2017: Lucy Buchanan, Carolyn Green, Reginald Johnson, Sharon Lawrence.CLASS OF 2018: Peggy Hallowell, Darrell Moore, Lidle Stone, Bill Taylor.

CLASS OF 2019: Bob Chudakewich, Rukshana Gulab, Richard Hubbard, Chris UmstedDEACONS: Joe Booth (Personnel), Dora George (Hospitality), Mari Ellyn Hellard

(MISSION), Sharon Hubbard (Prayer), Justin Illian (Mission), Vicki Moore (Worship), Carol Ann Stone (Bereavement), Linda Williams (Mission)

THE MISSION OF GEORGETOWN PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH IS TO LEAD PEOPLE TO

A DEEP AND CONTINUING RELATIONSHIP WITH CHRIST AS WE SEEK TO BECOME

MORE CHRIST-LIKE OURSELVES.