LAST WEEK’S CHURCH RECORD Sunday School …………………………………………………………… 201 Worship Attendance …………………………………………………. 285 Weekly Budget Requirement …………………………. $15,608.00 Budget Gifts ………………………..…….…..…….…..…….. $8,860.00 YTD Budget Requirements …………….....…………. $357,622.00 YTD Budget Receipts ……………………………….…… $365,340.83

THE FAITH JOURNEY Total Campaign Goal………………………………... $1,070,000.00 Gifts for Week 121…………………………………...….….. $2,000.50 Total Gifts to Date…………………………………..……..$640,823.98

OUR CHURCH CALENDAR

TODAY 9:00am Sunday School 10:15am Morning Worship 11:30am Children’s Library Open 5:00pm Lenten Study Group 5:15pm Youth Handbells 5:45pm Youth Choir MONDAY 9:00am-1:00pm Office Hours TUESDAY 9:00am-4:00pm Office Hours 11:00am Ladies Bible Study WEDNESDAY 9:00am-8:00pm Office Hours 5:30pm Children’s Library Opens 5:50pm Supper Line Opens 6:30pm K-3rd Missions Groups Junior Connections Adult Handbells

WEDNESDAY 6:45pm Older Preschool Missions 6:50pm Adult Prayer and Bible Study 7:10pm Cherub Choir, K-3 Juniors Choir, 4-7 7:15pm Music Mates for Older Preschool 7:45pm Youth Journeys Other programs conclude 8:00pm Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal THURSDAY 9:00am-4:00pm Office Hours 10:00am ZBC Book Club 5:00pm Youth depart for Rend Collective concert FRIDAY 9:00am-4:00pm Office Hours 9:30am Gifting Ministry

OUR KNOWN SICK Duke Raleigh: Eddie Meyer

Zebulon Baptist Church

Zebulon, North Carolina

L. Jack Glasgow, Jr., Senior Pastor Barbara D. Glasgow, Minister of Music and Senior Adults

Shannon Speller, Minister of Children, Outreach and Missions Lynn McLaughlin, Minister of Spiritual Formation

Lauren Glasgow, Minister of Youth Linda Perry, Accompanist

Cindy Carver, Assistant Accompanist June Sanders, Office Administrator

Candace Heath, Office Assistant Visit our website at myzbc.org

Our Welcome In the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, we welcome you to a place in the sanctuary. May your coming and going be attended with richest blessing.

The Lord’s Day March 15, 2020 The Sanctuary Ten-Fifteen a.m.

THE THIRD SUNDAY IN LENT And the light shines into the darkness,

And the darkness could not lay hold of it. — John 1:5

CONNECTION — WITH GOD AND WITH ONE ANOTHER Prelude — “Contemplation”............................................. Thygerson

Acolytes: Hannah and Nathan Hetrick The Chimes of the Holy Trinity A Time for Silence and Meditation The Lighting of the Third Candle in Lent — The Nicodemus Candle Welcome to Worshipers *Hymn of Gathering …..…………………………………………..………… No. 576 “I Stand Amazed in the Presence” … Gabriel *The Invocation and Lord’s Prayer *Greetings and Exchange of Christ’s Peace *Our Lenten Chorus — “What Meekness and What Majesty” What meekness and what majesty, What beauty and what mystery, That You, O Christ, would die for me, My blessed Savior and my Lord! Offertory — “Jesus, Keep Me Near the Cross” ……………….. arr. Hayes Music by the Cherub Choir The Children’s Sermon

CONFESSION — HONEST WITH GOD AND OURSELVES Litany of Confession Leader: We confess that in worship we need a kneeling place, People: A place where we may empty ourselves of our self- importance. Leader: We confess our tendencies toward self-reliance and reliance on others, People: As opposed to relying on God—God’s word, God’s presence and God’s love. Leader: We confess our presence for safe, expedient and predictable lives, People: Hoping to avoid the costs of true discipleship and the risks of following Jesus. Leader: We confess that in our worship we bring the tattered fragments of tired and broken faith,

YOUTH NEWS

JOURNEYS — This week we are going to discuss Chapter 3, “Do You Want the Whole Truth?” and Chapter 4, “Dueling Prophets.” See you at 7:45 p.m. for discussion, refreshments, and fellowship together! REND COLLECTIVE CONCERT — Youth that have bought a ticket and signed up to attend the Revival Anthem World Tour concert at RFA on Thursday, March 19 at 7:00 p.m. will meet to leave at 5:00 p.m. by the vans. PASSPORT 2020 — Sign up for youth attending Passport Missions in Green-ville, South Carolina (July 6-11) has concluded. The final payment of $375 ($100 deposit has already been paid) will be due no later than May 1. Please give payment to Lauren Glasgow by the due date. LUNCH AFTER WORSHIP — Due to the Women’s Luncheon on Sunday, March 29, we will move our previously scheduled lunch after worship to Sunday, March 22. We will still be going out to eat at Agave in Wendell.

Vacation Bible School 2020 July 13th- 17th

We’re going on a quest this summer and we need you to join us on our way to Knights of North Castle! Please

contact Valerie Shelton at vbshelton@nc.rr.com or Shannon Speller at Shannon.Speller@myzbc.org to sign up

for opportunities to serve, lead, and HAVE FUN on an adventure at Knights of North Castle!

Be strong in the Lord and in the strength of his power.

Ephesians 6:10

COLLEGE/CAREER NEWS COLLEGE/CAREER RETREAT — All college and career students are invited to attend a weekend retreat Friday-Sunday, May 15-17 to the Old Greer House in Banner Elk, NC. This will be a great opportunity for students that have been away at college to gather together in a peaceful setting of the North Carolina mountains. We will enjoy a time of Bible study, reflection, hiking, and community together. The cost of the trip is $100 and sign up will con-clude by Sunday, April 12.

MEMBERS TO REMEMBER: At Home: Judith “Pete” Pearce

Coventry: Janice Moss Remember these persons this week with your

prayers, cards, contacts or visits!

SPIRITUAL FORMATION HIGHLIGHTS

WOMEN’S LUNCHEON — ATTENTION: Reverend Jill Getty

is unable to be here on March 29, so the Women’s Luncheon will be postponed to a later date.

DEACONS WELCOMING VISITORS this morning are Tim and Denise Jones. GREETING VISITORS in the foyer following worship today is Kevin and Lara Deaton. IN THE PRAYER ROOM this morning is James Averette. THE FLOWER ARRANGEMENT is placed in the sanctuary today in joyful cele-bration of Mrs. Hilda Gay’s 93rd birthday, which she will be celebrating on Tuesday, March 17, St. Patrick’s Day, by her family. THE FLOWER ARRANGEMENT is placed in the sanctuary today in honor of my sweet granddaughter, Ann Glasgow Underhill’s birthday on March 13 by Edith Quinn. NURSERY WORKERS: Leader, Megan Possiel, Ben Possiel, Elizabeth Robert-son, Jeremy and Rebekah Pace, and James and McKenzie Walters. USHERS for the morning worship are Chairman, Chuck Griswold, Barna Wilder, Jim Debnam, James Averette, John Underhill, and Jimmy Holland.

EASTER MUSICAL

WORTHY IS THE LAMB

SUNDAY EVENING

MARCH 29

6:30 P.M.

ZBC BOOK CLUB

The ZBC Book Club will be meeting this Thursday, March 19. This month’s book selection is Magic Hour by Kristin Hannah. The moderator for this selection is Nancy Pippin, and refreshments will be provided by Kathy Esser.

People: In the hope that our merciful God will redeem them and make us whole once again, Leader: By the wonders of God’s redeeming grace and amazing love, People: Made known to us in Jesus Christ, our salvation. A Time for Silence and Confession

The Morning Prayer *The Presentation of Our Offerings Were the whole realm of nature mine, That were a present far too small, Love so amazing, so divine, Demands my soul, my life, my all!

CONVERSATION — GOD SPEAKS, WE RESPOND The Anthem — “God So Loved the World” …………………………. Stainer

The Sanctuary Choir Sermon — “Born Again to an Enormous Hope” ……………. John 3:1-12

Lenten Sermon Series — Meeting Jesus in John A Time for Silence and Reflection Invitation to Discipleship *Hymn of Commitment ………………………………………...………….. No. 475 “Only Trust Him” … Stockton *Presentation of New Members *Opportunities for Discipleship *Benediction *Choral Response What joy if those in need could see, Your light of love aglow in me, I sing this song eternally, My blessed Savior and my Lord! Postlude— “Postlude in D”................................................... Couperin *Congregation Standing CCL# 14377

LENTEN STUDY GROUP TONIGHT FOLLOWING JESUS: FINDING OUR WAY

HOME IN AN AGE OF ANXIETY Tonight will be our third session discussing the book by Henri Nouwen, Following Jesus: Finding Our Way Home in an Age of Anxiety. We will meet in the Parlor at 5:00 p.m. discussing on Chapters 4, 5 and 6 this evening. This has proven to be a timely and inspiring Lenten study. Join us this even-ing for a time of discussion and inspiration.

CHURCH CONFERENCE NEXT SUNDAY EVENING Our Quarterly Church conference will take place next Sunday evening, March 22, at 6:30 p.m. in the Sanctuary. Nursery will be provided. The agenda will include: Call To Order Nominating Committee Members Opening Prayer Budget Committee Members

Approval of Minutes 2020 Vision Plan Building &

Membership Report Grounds Survey Committee

Quarterly Financial Report Mission Trip Update

Faith Journey Report Other Business

Caring For The Campus Report Staff Reports

Mission Ventures Report Pastor’s Comments

Frances Tucker Estate Report Adjournment

Endowment Fund Report Closing Prayer

LIFE AT ZBC DURING THE HEALTH CRISIS We want to encourage each member to be in prayer for our communi-ty, state, nation and world during the Coronavirus crisis. Pray for our lead-ers and for those who provide care to ones who are ill. We also encourage everyone to use common sense and good health habits at church and in all areas of life – stay home when you are sick, practice good hand hygiene, cover your coughs and sneezes, and avoid hand-to-face contact as much as you can. The Executive Committee met this Friday morning at 10:00 a.m. to con-sider options for our congregation. We took seriously the discouragement of assemblies of more than 100 persons, but at this time the decision of the group is to continue holding services. This is a fluid situation and the Execu-tive Committee will continue to monitor things and changes can be made. We are making some changes to help with the current situation. Staff and volunteers made a conscious effort at cleaning surfaces on Friday in preparation for Sunday. For the time being, the exchange of the peace of Christ will be a verbal greeting with no handshakes or hugs. We will bring offerings forward as opposed to passing the plates, and we will offer Face-book Live streaming of worship to both the Blue Room and the Fellowship Hall if you do not wish to be in the Sanctuary with a larger crowd. This enables you to also watch our service on Facebook Live at home. Remem-ber sermons are always uploaded to myzbc.org. Attending worship and other activities is always voluntary. Even if you have responsibilities, if you need to stay at home, please do so without hesi-tation. We are doing our best to balance the need for worship and spiritual community with the concerns for health and safety. Thank you for being a supportive member of our wonderful ZBC family!

WEDNESDAY NIGHT SUPPER

MENU: Fried Chicken, Mashed Potatoes with Gravy, Green Beans, Roll, and Dessert. NO Alternate meal this week. SERVERS: Treasure Carter, Buck and Betsy Buchanan, Jimmy and Phyllis Woodard, Lois Goodwin, and Cathy Meeler. COST: $7.00 for adults, $3.00 for children age 6 to 11 and children 5 and under eat free. Reservations must be made by Tuesday at noon. Place a reservation slip in the offering plate, call 919-269-7329, register on our ZBC website, or email Ann Brooks at amsbrooks@gmail.com . In Adult Prayer and Bible Study this week, our Pastor will lead us in the continuing study of Paul’s letter to the Ephesians. Join us in the Sanctuary at 6:50 p.m.

EASTER LILY

If you would like to help beautify our sanctuary for Easter by giving an Easter Lily as a visible remembrance of a loved one or to honor a friend, please complete the form below and place it in the offering plate or turn in to the office by March 29. The Purple Worship team has made arrange-ments for the purchase of these lilies and the cost per plant will be $11. All orders must be accompanied by payment. Checks should be made pay-able to Zebulon Baptist Church and designated “Easter Lily.”

Easter Lily Order Form

I wish to give a lily in honor of ____________________________________ ____________________________________________________________ Given by: ____________________________________________________ I wish to give a lily in memory of _________________________________ _____________________________________________________________ Given by: ____________________________________________________ Total number of lilies: ______ Total amount @$11.00 each _________

HELP BEAUTIFY OUR COURTYARD The Women’s 4 Class (formerly Faithful Workers) would like to give you the opportunity to contribute to our courtyard by making a gift in memory of a family member or loved one. The members of this class are responsible for planting flowers and maintaining our courtyard. Your gift of $8 or more will help with the costs of this project. If you would like to participate, please get your money turned in to the office by April 8. A list of donations will be in the bulletin on Easter Sunday.