Northbrook Presbyterian Church November 3, 2013

* Opening Song—Come People Of The Risen King see page 4

Life in the Community of Faith

Welcome to Northbrook! Please sign and pass the Welcome Register along your row and back.

Please note joys and concerns on the Prayer Request Cards and place them in the offering.

Consecration Sunday Jim Parks and Penny Willey

Choral Call to Worship—I Will Worship the Lord John Rutter

Chancel Choir

I will worship the Lord all the days of my life. I will tell of His glory and will show forth His

praise; I will sing and rejoice, for the Lord is my stronghold. Alleluia!

Call to Worship Peggie Schiller

One: We come into the Sanctuary—

this safe space—

this space where worship happens.

Create room in our hearts to feel your presence……

Create anticipation in our lives to know you are near……

Send your Spirit upon us now, that we may worship you.

Sung Call to Confession—Come, O Holy Spirit Come see page 5

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Prayer of Confession

All: God of the covenant, who calls all people to reconciliation,

you have made us members of the very Body of Christ;

yet we persist in wounding that body with our divisions,

our suspicions, and our neglect.

Forgive us, and teach us to nurture unity and peace.

For the sake of Jesus Christ and the world he came to save. Amen.

— Silent Prayer —

Assurance of Pardon

* The Peace As we are reconciled to God and to one another,

share a sign of Christ’s peace and love with your neighbor.

—The children will remain in worship as we celebrate communion together.—

* Response of Praise—Make Us One see page 6

Scripture Reading—Acts 15:1-9 NT p. 134

Anthem—Write your Blessed Name K. Lee Scott

Chancel Choir

Write your blessed name, O Lord, upon my heart, there to remain so indelibly engraved

that no prosperity, that no adversity shall ever, ever move me from your love. Be to me a

strong tower of defense, a comforter in tribulation, a deliv’rer in distress, and a faithful

Guide to the courts of heav’n through the many temptations and dangers of this life.

O Jesu, my only Savior! Write your blessed name, O Lord, upon my heart, there to

remain so indelibly engraved that no prosperity, that no adversity shall ever, ever move

me from your love.

Message—Embracing the Boogieman Rev. Marjorie Wilhelmi Galations 3:23-28 NT p. 189

We Bring Our Gifts for the Ministry of Christ

Offering—In Bright Mansions Above K. Lee Scott

Chancel Choir

In bright mansions above, in bright mansions above, Lord, I want to live up yonder in

bright mansions above. My father’s gone to Glory; I want to go there, too. Lord, I want

to live up yonder in bright mansions above. In bright mansions above, in bright mansions

above, Lord, I want to live up yonder in bright mansions above. My mother’s gone to

Glory; I want to go there, too. Lord, I want to live up yonder in bright mansions above. In

bright mansions above, in bright mansions above, Lord, I want to live up yonder in bright

mansions above.

* Doxology 554— Let All Things Now Living Hymnal

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* Prayer of Dedication

Prayers of the People and the Lord’s Prayer

The Lord’s Supper

Invitation and Prayer of Thanksgiving

Communion—Draw Us In the Spirit’s Tether Harold W. Friedell

Chancel Choir

Draw us in the Spirit’s tether; For when humbly, in thy name, two or three are met

together, Thou art in the midst of them; Alleluya! Alleluya! Touch we now thy garment’s

hem. As the brethren used to gather In the name of Chris to sup, then with thanks to

God the Father break the bread and bless the cup, Alleluya! Alleluya! So knit thou our

friendship up. All our meals and all our living make as sacraments of thee, that by

caring, helping, giving, we may true disciples be. Alleluya! Alleluya! We will serve thee

faithfully.

Prayer

* Sending Song—Across the Lands see page 7

* Benediction

Postlude

* Please stand if you are able. All music under CCLI License 1018801

Leading you in worship today are:

Liturgist: Peggie Schiller

Director of Music: Todd Sager Praise Band: Dan Gross as leader, percussion, guitar, Nic Cutean on guitar, Pete Zajicek on piano

Ushers: Bill and Barb Stetson Sanctuary Door Greeter: Lou McLeod Center Door Greeter: Keith Larson

Communion Servers: Seglinda Kelle-Pritchard, Derek Stottlemyer, Bill Travis Visuals: Bryan Adair

Coffee Hour Host: The Parks and Huddlestun families Chancel Flowers: Placed by Greg Heisey and family in loving memory of Marie Heisey

Window Flowers: Presented by Phil and Judy Owen in celebration of 45 years of wedded bliss.

PRAYER REQUESTS Kathy Bauhof, Mary Jo Johnston, Ann Lownsbury, Bob Carroll, Brian Long and Family, Bill Gadsby, Ruth Thomas, Helene and Ray Mills, Irene DeNike Please continue to pray for those with health or personal issues. If a member’s name has been inadvertently left off this list, please notify the church office. Also, let the church know when a member is entering the hospital or might like a supportive phone call.

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Come People Of The Risen King (cont.)

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Words and Music by Carol Cymbala

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NEW FACES IN THE CHOIR Please join us at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, November 7 as we begin a new session of choir. It has been a wonderful blessing to see new faces in the choir, and we hope you will considering taking your turn. For more information, please call Todd.

JOIN US FOR THE BROWN BAG LUNCHEON AND BOOK DISCUSSION The Brown Bag Luncheon and Book Discussion will take place on Monday, November 4 at 11:30 a.m. in the Library. The discussion will be led by our very own Nancy Gifford. Nancy is requesting that we read the book, A Proof of Heaven: A Neurosurgeon’s Journey into the Afterlife by Dr. Eben Alexander, MD. Our discussion will give us much to think on and will help us become more informed. We will gather in the Library to listen, eat and discuss. Desserts and drinks will be provided.

LEON & LULU FUNDRAISER Looking for a unique shopping experience? Come kick start your Christmas shopping at Leon & Lulu, 96 W. Fourteen Mile Road in Clawson on November 10th from 1:00 -4:00 p.m. Ten percent of the day's sales will help support the youth mission trip in 2014. The store offers an eclectic mix of toys, clothes, household gifts, and furniture. We will also have food, a raffle and entertainment by some of our kids.

PWN Book Club The PWN Book Club’s next meeting will be held on November 11 at 7:30 p.m. in the Library. The discussion will be led by Seglinda Pritchard. We will be reading The Reluctant Fundamentalist by Mohsin Hamid. This book is an intelligent and absorbing 9/11 novel written from the perspective of Changez, a young Pakistani whose sympathies, despite his fervid immigrant embrace of America, lie with the attackers. The book unfolds as a monologue that Changez delivers to a mysterious American operative over dinner at a Lahore, Pakistan cafe. Please join us!

KNIT WITS This month, we will meet only on November 13. Please join us.

SOUPER SENIOR SUPPER Join us for some delicious soup, salad and fellowship in the Library on November 14 at 5:30 p.m. Souper Senior Souper will take a break on November 28 in honor of Thanksgiving and return again in December.

Please join us after worship today

during coffee hour as we celebrate the 90+ year old members of

Northbrook Church.

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BLOOD PRESSURE SCREENING Kathy Bauhof will check blood pressures once a month through December. The next blood pressure screenings will be held on November 17 and December 15.

LITURGISTS WANTED Want to be a liturgist? Please sign up in Fellowship Hall. Don’t know what’s involved? Call Marjorie.

USHERS NEEDED We are in need of ushers for November and December. If you are available for the entire month or just one week, please call Barb Stetson at (248) 302-3033.

Upcoming Presbytery of Detroit Hands-on Mission Opportunities Join the efforts for fellowship and to make a difference in the lives of others.

Wednesday, November 13 World Medical Relief Workday 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Wear comfortable clothing and closed-toe shoes. BRING your own lunch and drink. We will be sorting medical supplies and equipment at 11745 Rosa Parks Blvd. in Detroit (313-866-5333). Donations of medical supplies and equipment are welcome.

Saturday, December 7 Gleaners Workday 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.

Wear comfortable clothing, closed-toe shoes and bring soft light gloves. Volunteers will be sorting and arranging food donations at 2131 Beaufait Street in Detroit Donations of canned food staples are welcome. Please check expiration dates and no glass items.

If you are interested in any of these mission opportunities, please go to the Presbytery of Detroit Hands-on Mission web site at www.hands-on-mission.org or contact Winnie Davies-Hancock at winsomeann@aol.com or 248-593-8035. More information, including sign-up sheets and applicable forms, is posted on the mission bulletin board in Fellowship Hall and will appear in Sunday bulletins.

Consider ways in which you can Live the Love of Jesus Christ.

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THIS WEEK AT NORTHBROOK

SUNDAY, November 3 9:00—10:00 a.m. Worship Rehearsal 9:15 a.m. Adult Bible Class 10:15 a.m. Worship and Communion 11:30 a.m. Celebrating the 90+ year olds in Fellowship Hall 11:30 a.m. Worship and Music Committee Meeting 4:00—6:00 p.m. Mid and Senior Highs—Fall Clean Up MONDAY, November 4 10:00 a.m. Adult Education Committee Meeting 11:30 a.m. Brown Bag Luncheon and Book Discussion 7:00 p.m. PYCT Meeting 8:00 p.m. AA Meeting—Men’s Group TUESDAY, November 5 6:30 p.m. Congregational Life Committee Meeting 7:00 p.m. Personnel Committee Meeting 7:30 p.m. Mission Connection Committee Meeting WEDNESDAY, November 6 5:00—7:15 p.m. LOGOS (K—8th Grade) 7:15—8:00 p.m. LOGOS (9th—12th Grade) THURSDAY, November 7 8:00 a.m. Men’s Connection 6:30 p.m. Mid Highs—Shrek the Musical at Groves High School 7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal SUNDAY, November 10 9:00—10:00 a.m. Worship Rehearsal 9:15 a.m. Adult Bible Class 10:15 a.m. Worship 10:15 a.m. KIDS’ Connection 11:30 a.m. Deacons Meeting 1:00—4:00 p.m. Leon & Lulu Fundraiser 6:00 p.m. Consecration Leadership Dessert

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Office Hours Monday—Thursday: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Friday: 9:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.

Worship Sundays at 10:15 a.m.

Deadline for the Bulletin – 4:00 p.m. Tuesday

E-mail bulletin announcements to becky@northbrookpc.org Deadline for Northbrook Notes (newsletter)-15th of the prior month

E-mail newsletter articles to newsletter@northbrookpc.org

More news and calendar information can be found online at www.northbrookpc.org

Northbrook Presbyterian Church 22055 W. Fourteen Mile Road Beverly Hills, Michigan 48025

Telephone (248) 642-0200 Fax (248) 642-7495 www.northbrookpc.org

Rev. Marjorie Wilhelmi, Pastor