— t h e o r d e r o f s e rv i c e f o r —Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost

— eleven o’clock —

Vol. CXXXI October 3, 2021 Number 59

welcome to The Brick Presbyterian Church

in the city of new york

L e c t i o n a r y s c r i p t u r e r e a d i n g s f o r t h e d a y Job 1:1, 2:1-10 Hebrews 1:1-4, 2:5-12 Psalm 26:1-12 Mark 10:2-16

An asterisk (*) invites all to stand; items in

boldtype face indicate that the congregation

participates in word or song.

THE GATHERING Prelude The Angels Changed My Name, Op. 59, No. 9 Samuel Coleridge-Taylor (1875–1912)

Welcome and Invitation to the Life of the Church

Choral Introit Charles Wood (1866-1926)The eyes of all wait upon you, O Lord, and you give them their food in due season. Glory to you, Lord. Amen.

Psalm 145:15

*Call to Worship From Psalm 24Leader: The earth is the Lord’s and the fullness thereof, the world, and they that dwell therein.People: Lift up your heads, O ye gates; and be ye lifted up, ye everlasting doors; for the King of glory shall come in.Leader: Who is the King of Glory?People: The Lord, strong and mighty, the Lord mighty to save.Leader: Who is the King of Glory?People: The Lord of hosts, He is the King of Glory.Leader: Come, let us worship the King of Glory in song.

*Hymn 440 In Christ There Is No East or West McKee Prayer of Confession

Heavenly Father, You say we are the sheep of your pasture, but we confess we feel like lost sheep. We have turned aside from what You desire for us, going our own way, exerting our own will, and defining our own good. In the process, we have sinned against You and against our neighbor. Forgive us, Lord. Find us, Lord, and call us back into Your fold. Amen.

Kyrie (Sung by the Choir) MeguruTraditional Namibian:Nampili tuli ronge kapi Nga tuka ji ghwana Meguru membo ye tu yene ne.Lord, you are up there and we are down here. Have mercy on us.

Assurance of Forgiveness

*Passing of the PeaceLeader: The Peace of Christ be with you.People: And also with you.

Nursery is available for infants through

age four. Drop off is located in the 3North

Classroom, which is located on the third

floor.

Prelude and Hymn 440Samuel Coleridge-Taylor

was a Black English composer who achieved

immense success on both sides of the Atlantic

before his untimely death in 1912. While

visiting the US, he heard the Fisk Jubilee Singers and became interested

in African-American spirituals, eventually

arranging many of them for piano. Coleridge-Taylor’s arrangement,

heard as today’s prelude, is the first published

version of Hymn 440; the American composer Henry T. Burleigh later

harmonized it as a hymn tune.

*Congregational Response O-Ló(Sung by a Soloist, then by the Choir, then by All.)

Let all nations praise the Lord,And all people bless God’s name, For God’s faithfulness and loveAre forever firm and sure.

THE WORD

Children’s Message

Prayer for Illumination and Scripture Lesson Job 1:1, 2:1-10 Debbie Seraphim

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

Sermon Rev. Dr. Thomas E. EvansBecoming an Acts 2 Church: Part III

As Any Had Need

THE RESPONSE

Offertory Anthem Esto les digo Kinley Lange (b. 1950)Truly I tell you, if two of you agree on earth about anything you ask in prayer, it will be done for you by my Father in heaven. For where two or three are gathered in my name, I am there among them. Truly I tell you.

— Matthew 18:19–20

SACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER

Invitation

Gradual Hymn Thee We Adore 13th c. Benedictine plainsongThee we adore, O hidden Savior, Thee, Who at this blessed feast art pleased to be; Both flesh and Spirit in Thy presence fail, Yet here Thy presence we devoutly hail.

— Thomas Aquinas (c.1225-1274)

After the singing of the Congregational Response, all children are invited to come forward and sit on the chancel steps for the Children's Message.

Immediately following the Children's Message, children are invited to attend Children's Church! Please exit down the center aisle towards the Narthex.

Brick's Golden Verse Acts 2:42-47

42 They devoted themselves to the apostles’ teaching and fellowship, to the breaking of bread and the prayers. 43 Awe came upon everyone, because many wonders and signs were being done by the apostles. 44 All who believed were together and had all things in common; 45 they would sell their possessions and goods and distribute the proceeds[a] to all, as any had need. 46 Day by day, as they spent much time together in the temple, they broke bread at home[b] and ate their food with glad and generous[c] hearts, 47 praising God and having the goodwill of all the people. And day by day the Lord added to their number those who were being saved.

Great Prayer of ThanksgivingLeader: The Lord be with you.People: And also with you.Leader: Lift up your hearts.People: We lift them up to the Lord.Leader: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.People: It is right to give God thanks and praise.

Sanctus 580 John Merbecke (c.1510–c.1585)Holy, holy, holy, Lord God of Hosts, Heaven and earth are full of Thy glory: Glory be to Thee, O Lord most High. Amen.

The Lord’s PrayerOur Father, Who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread, and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil, for Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.

Words of Institution

Holy Communion Communion Anthem Holy Manna Alice Parker (b. 1925)

Brethren, we have met to worship And adore the Lord our God; Will you pray with all your power While we try to preach the Word? All is vain unless the Spirit Of the Holy One comes down; Brethren, pray and holy manna Will be showered all around.

Sisters, will you join and help us? Moses’ sisters aided him. Will you help the trembling mourners Who are struggling hard with sin? Tell them all about the Savior, Tell them that he will be found; Sisters, pray and holy manna Will be showered all around.

Is there here a trembling jailer Seeking grace and filled with fears? Is there here a weeping Mary Pouring forth a flood of tears? Brethren, join your cries to help them; Sisters, let your prayers abound; Pray, O pray that holy manna May be scattered all around.

Let us love our God supremely, Let us love each other, too; Let us love and pray for sinners Till our God makes all things new. Then he’ll call us home to heaven, At his table we’ll sit down; Christ will gird himself, and serve us With sweet manna all around.

— George Askins (d. 1816)Prayer after Communion

World Communion Sunday

The first Sunday in October is designated

as World Communion Sunday, which celebrates

our oneness in Christ with all our brothers

and sisters around the world. Paul tells us that

we are to “discern the body” when we partake of Holy Communion,

mindful that we note our relationship to all our brothers and sisters in

Christ in the celebration.

The Brick Presbyterian Church Mission Statement

The fundamental mission of The Brick Church is to respond to the word of God as found in the Old and New Testaments. The Brick Church must continue its historic

mission to lead, inspire and enable the public worship of God in the Presbyterian tradition in the city of New York. Our response can be witnessed in the transformed lives of our members as we celebrate the Good News proclaimed by Jesus Christ. We are committed to supporting spiritual development, Christian education and witness to our community, which will be evidenced on a daily basis not only among church

members but also in our outreach to the broader world.

the flowers in the sanctuary are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Mr. & Mrs. John W. Claghorn Jr. by Mr. & Mrs John Claghorn III and their children and grandchildren.

1next sunday’s preacher will be Rev. Caroline S. Unzaga.

The Brick Church cover photo, courtesy of Wade Zimmerman.

THE SENDING

*Hymn 398 There’s a Sweet, Sweet Spirit Sweet, Sweet Spirit

Benediction and Choral Response

Postlude Impromptu in F Major,Op. 78, No. Samuel Coleridge-Taylor

The PostludeThe congregation is invited to continue worshiping through the postlude, which is offered as a thanksgiving to God.

Hymn 398On a Sunday morning in 1962, Doris Akers gathered with her choir to pray before worship. One person’s prayer inspired the next, and soon the choir was in danger of missing the service entirely. Finally she said, “We have to go. I hate to leave this room, and I know you hate to leave, but you know we do have to go to the service. But there is such a sweet, sweet spirit in this place.” The next morning, she wrote down the music to this song.

Festival of Hymnody (Oct. 17)Thanks to the generosity of Don and Lynn Wilson, we are excited to celebrate the sixth annual Festival of Hymnody during the 11 a.m. service of worship on Sunday, Oct. 17! The theme this year is “The Psalms.” We are conducting a poll to learn our congregation's favorite Psalm. Vote at https://www.brickchurch.org/favorite-hymn-at-the-brick-church/ or by pointing your phone's camera at the QR code.

Installation Service (Oct. 17)We invite everyone to attend the Installation of Rev. Dr. Thomas E. Evans on Sunday, Oct. 17, 2021 at 5 p.m. Additional information to follow.

The Fall Fling (Oct. 28) New Date!Join us in-person on Thursday, October 28, in the Brick Church Garden from 6 to 9 p.m. for a terrific evening of fellowship. More details to come in the coming weeks.

The Brick Church Fair (Nov. 9-10)The Brick Church Fair returns to in-person this fall! This year will feature the 78th Brick Church Fair, a long-standing tradition. This year's Fair is a two-day event, on Tuesday, Nov. 9 and Wednesday, Nov. 10, in Watson Hall. More details to follow after Labor Day.

Men's Bible StudyMen's Bible study, taught by Rev. Evans, meets weekly on Thursday mornings. This will be a hybrid event; please join us in the Session Room or via Zoom at 7:45 am. Zoom details to come.

Women's Bible StudyWomen's Bible study, taught by Rev. Unzaga, meets weekly on Thursday mornings. Please join this in-person study in the Session Room at 9:15 am.

Sunday ChildcareNursery childcare is available for infants and children up to age four before 11 a.m. worship. Weekly registration required. For more information and to register, please visit us online at brickchurch.org/childcare.

Welcome!If you are visiting with us today, you are our honored guest! Please fill out the Fellowship Pad in your pew so that we may contact you.

Member NotificationsPlease send any notification or updates about births, deaths, or other happenings to Chanel Robertson (crobertson@brickchurch.org), or at 212-289-4400 ext. 240.

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GivingThese programs are only possible with your contributions. Online donations may be made at www.brickchurch.org/giving

Coffee HourYou are invited to join us immediately after worship for Coffee Hour in the Brick Church Garden. If you are a visitor, please wear your name tag so that we can welcome you by name.

This week at The Brick Church

Complete details at www.brickchurch.org.Join us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!

The Brick Church Book Club The Club’s next meetings will be held all at 7:00 pm as follows:

October 4 | “The Barbizon, The Hotel That Set Women Free” by Pauline Bren (Nonfiction)

At the home of Claire Bosee, clbos@verizon.net.November 1 | “Hamnet” by Maggie O’Farrell (Historical Fiction) At the home of Gracey Stoddard, graceystoddard@hotmail.com.

December 6 | “The Bell Jar” by Sylvia Plath (Modern Class Novel)At the home of Marilyn Dikkers, marilyndikkers@aol.com.

Everyone is invited to attend, whether you have finished the book or not. However, please contact the respective hostess for each individual meeting you plan to attend. Given current health concerns, the Book Club asks that everyone who attends its meetings be fully vaccinated.

Children's Worship and Sunday SchoolChildren in K-3rd grade are invited to participate in a new Children's Worship Service and children in 4th - 7th grade are invited to attend Sunday Church School. Children will start in the sanctuary on Sunday mornings at 11 a.m. and will be guided to their rooms following the Children’s Message or Baptisms. Registration required (https://www.brickchurch.org/learn/children/scs-registrationregistration/).

Adult Education Adult Education returns to in-person discussions on Sundays at 9:30am in the 3rd Floor Living Room. For those who cannot join us in person, we will have the same Zoom link running so you can view the discussion. We look forward to seeing you all there.

Zoom Meeting ID: 889 6544 7290 | Zoom Dial-in: (929) 205-6099

Parent's Morning OutParent's Morning Out is returning to in-person participation this fall! Moms, dads and grandparents with children ages 3 months to 2 years old are invited to join other parents, grandparents and their children for fellowship Tuesday mornings from 9:30 to 11 a.m. in the 3rd Floor Living Room. If you are interested in attending, please R.S.V.P. to Katie Lynagh (katie.lynagh@gmail.com) or Anna Bender-Zeckendorf (anna.bender.zeckendorf@gmail.com).

Registration for Children's and Youth ChoirsWe have been working hard to plan for the relaunch of in-person choir this fall and really look forward to having our youngest singers back in the building! We remain committed to provide a safe in-person opportunity for our children to engage in music and fellowship, will stay current on all CDC and DOH guidelines, and will be prepared to shift our practices accordingly.

Cherub Choir (Age 4-5) - Tuesdays, 3:00 – 3:20 p.m. Carol Choir (Grades K-1) - Tuesdays, 3:30 – 4:00 p.m.Junior Choir (Grades 2-5) - Tuesdays, 4:05 – 4:50 p.m.

Youth Choir (Grades 4-7) - Sundays, 10:00 – 10:50 a.m.Register at https://www.brickchurch.org/childrenschoir

Worship OnlineNot in town this week? You can still join us this Sunday for worship online. Go to www.brickchurch.org and click the “Watch Live” button in the upper right-hand corner of our home page to view our Livestream feed.

Prayer PartnersPlease email us at any time if you or someone you know is in need of prayer (prayerpartners@brickchurch.org). A member of the Prayer Partners Team is available each Sunday at the front of the church after the 11 a.m. service to pray personally with anyone who would like to be strengthened by the power of praying together to our ever-listening, gracious God.

Calling All Creative Volunteers!Do you work in marketing, social media, or digital media? Are you interested in putting your skills to good use this summer? Volunteer to be a part of the Strategic Task Force and help us grow our Brick Church community in 2021 and beyond. Email us at mllarrison@gmail.com to get involved.

Keep Fit via ZoomKeep Fit is still meeting after nearly 50 years! Due to Covid, classes are held via Zoom. The exercise classes are designed for Brick members and non-members to maintain or improve their health in a fun, safe way. In addition to a great workout, it’s a wonderful way to connect with one another. For more information go to https://www.brickchurch.org/keep-fit-registration-2021/ or contact Angie at alobenhofer@brickchurch.org

Mondays from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMTuesdays from 4:15 PM - 5:15 PM

Thursdays from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM(with some date exceptions)

62 East 92nd Street, New York, NY 10128212-289-4400

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MinistersThe Rev. Dr. Thomas E. Evans, Senior MinisterThe Rev. Adam D. Gorman, Associate MinisterThe Rev. Caroline S. Unzaga, Interim Associate MinisterThe Rev. Michael L. Lindvall, Pastor EmeritusLuke Bultena, Denise Carrell, Richard Davis, Student Ministers

Ministry of musicDr. Raymond Nagem, Minister of MusicCristina Soto, Interim Director of Children’s MusicIsaac Lee, Wilson Family Sacred Music Intern

Chancel ChoirSopranos: Gloria Bangiola, Hannah Goodman, Alina Lee, Tonna Miller-Vallés, Elizabeth van Os Altos: Sónia Batten, Annmarie Errico, Karen Heymann, Erica Koehring, Melissa Raymond Tenors: Sean Clark, Johnny Maldonado, Remy Martin, Jeffrey Taveras Basses: William S. Crutchfield III, Ned Hanlon, Daniel Hoy, Dominic Inferrera, Makoto Winkler

GreetersChris Carroll, Shelby Spears Carroll, Amanda Brickel Bellows, Nick Berry, Melody Cashia, Matt Cashia, Courtney Dolan Leidy, Taylor Moister, Sarah Moister, Stephen Salley, Eric Scuderi, Natasha Wolff, Ann Bender Zeckendorf.

UshersDouglas Watson, Richard Faux, Mark Altherr, Tom Auth, John ArgentiDavid Chiang, Jonathan Conrad, Richard Corey, Paul Perkins, Richard Peters, Rick Stowe, William Ryckman, Gibbons 'Crick' Sinclair, Manuel Rodriguez.

Sess ionBret M. Barasch, S. Michael Barnes, Amanda B. Bellows, Nicholas M. Berry, David M. Blais, Elizabeth Boehmler, Colette O. Bryce, Theodore D. Clement, William S. Crutchfield III, David Darst, Karen Fang, Pamela Ferguson, Mimi Hah, Amanda Heath, Lindsay Higgins, Jill W. Lampe, David Morgan, Oliver T. Moses, Jane K. Muqaddam, Addison E. Nelson (Youth Elder), Caroline C. Pickering (Youth Elder), Margaret D. Stocker, Christopher Thorpe, Conor S. Tochilin, Cynthia Watson, Victor L. Wu, Thomas Robinson, Clerk of Session, Debra N. Seraphim, On-Call Clerk of Session.

DeaconsSusan B. Appleby, Stephana Bottom, Julie T. Chang, Tenley L. Chepiga, Marilyn T. Dikkers, Mark E. Dingle, Luc M. Dowling, Sylvia A. Gower, Henry Greene, Maxime Guignand, Tiffany Hoke, Amy E. Johnson, Sarah Johnson, Alexander W. King, Loren E. Kittilsen, Christopher Lanning, Marisa Leichtling, John P. Muller, Sam Puopolo, Christopher L. Randall, David R. Rose, Bill Ryckman, Whitney Schwartz, Oscar T. Sloterbeck, Kristin S. Steen, Kate Thorpe (Youth Deacon).

TrusteesCharles S. Anderson, President, Kenneth W. Austin, Secretary, Henry C. Barkhorn III, Treasurer, David E. Barrett, Patrick D. Barrett, Jonathan S. Bean, Erik M. W. Caspersen, Kevin R. Greene, Cathy Leonhardt, Elizabeth Philipp, Richard D. Rippe, Katherine E. Stitch, Susan P. Webb.

440 In Christ There Is No East or West