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PASTOR: Rev. Rebecca Mallozzi
PASTOR EMERITUS: Rev. Dr. Charles E. Colson
ORGANIST/DIR. SENIOR CHOIR: Brian Snyder
DIR. CHILDRENS/YOUTH CHOIRS, HANDBELLS: Tammi Howorth
ADMIN. ASSISTANT: Lynda Scheirer CUSTODIAN: Scott MacKenzie
DEACON GREETER: Donna Hill
FLOWER DEACON: Donna Hill AUDIO:
WORSHIP ASSISTANT: Toni Fernandez VIDEO:
USHER CAPTAIN: Amy Waters
USHERS: Dan & Amanda Hemberger, Alicia Shussett, Deb Ferguson
FELLOWSHIP: Pastor Nominating Committee
FLOWERS: Terry & Sally Eck, in celebration of family birthdays. Sally Heimbach, in grateful appreciation for PNC.
ELDERS:
Class of 2018 2019 2020 Jim DePhillips III Rob Clark Jack Decker
Lisa Heineman Linda Kennington Bruce Luff Lynn Ingram Tim Melnick Erik Walker
Diane Millick Chuck Waters Cathy Wiese
DEACONS: Class of 2019 2020
Luana Graber Deb Ferguson Eleanor DePhillips
Anne Greenwood Mark Ingram Toni Fernandez Donna Hill Melanie Shimer Liz Kenny
Jana Masenheimer Elaine Smits Beth Kunkle
Hymns in the 700’s that are indicated with a are from Sing! People of Faith, the purple booklet in pews.
Worship sheets and activity bags for children are available from the
ushers.
Assistive listening devices are available for those with hearing difficulties.
Large print hymnals are available. Please ask an
usher for assistance.
Military Service
Please keep these people in your prayers.
Hillary N. Waterman, granddaughter of Ellen and Bill Bender,
Doland J. Miller II and Jeremy Miller, grandchildren of George J. Smits.
Christopher Call, brother of Courtney Call Kennedy.
Contact Information—Pastoral Care Needs
To contact our pastor, please use Rebecca Mallozzi’s email address,
[email protected]. For pastoral care needs between 9:00 AM and 2:00 PM, Mondays
through Thursdays, contact the church office—610-967-5600.
After hours, please contact either of the Co-Moderators of
Deacons...Jana Masenheimer — 610-737-0984, or Melanie Shimer—610-965-8764; or Lynn Ingram, Clerk of Session—484-695-9073,
who will make the appropriate connections.
For medical emergencies or death, contact Bill at 570-242-9319.
Faith Church Prayer Chain
Please send prayer requests to [email protected], or use
the link from the Faith Church website.( www.faithchurchemmaus.org )
Order of Worship
February 11, 2018
N. Second and Cherokee Streets, PO Box 507 Emmaus, Pennsylvania 18049
610.967.5600 [email protected]
www.faithchurchemmaus.org
SO THAT THOSE PRESENT MAY EXPERIENCE GOD WITHOUT DISTRACTION, WE ASK THAT CELL PHONES AND OTHER ELECTRONIC DEVICES BE TURNED OFF
PRIOR TO THE START OF WORSHIP. THANK YOU.
THE ORDER OF MORNING WORSHIP TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD
10:00 AM FEBRUARY 11, 2018
THE FIRST NOTE OF THE PRELUDE begins our worship. Please use
the prelude time to turn your attention to God’s presence and help. Nurturing our relationships and friendships in fellowship
is essential to our life as a congregation, so please continue to
do so following our time of worship.
Those who are able are invited to stand.
FOCUSING UPON GOD’S PRESENCE AND VOICE
PRELUDE “Trumpet Tune” HENRY PURCELL
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The glory of God shines like a consuming fire.
People: We have seen the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.
Leader: The voice of God thunders like a mighty storm.
People: Out of the cloud, God speaks: “This is my beloved Son;
listen to him!”
OPENING PRAYER
HYMN #403 “Open Now Thy Gates of Beauty” UNSER HERRSCHER PRAYER OF CONFESSION (unison)
God of all glory, beauty, and grace, we have tried to hide from
you – to hide our faces, to hide our sin – yet you have never
hidden your love for us. We have tried to search for you –
in temples, in clouds, on mountaintops – yet you have already
revealed yourself to us in the face of Jesus Christ. Forgive us,
OUR RESPONSE TO GOD'S WORD
OFFERTORY “I Want Jesus to Walk With Me” AFRICAN AMERICAN February Hymn of the Month #775 SPIRITUAL
Organ Solo
DEDICATION HYMN #592 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. Amen.
PRAYER OF DEDICATION
HYMN #193 “Jesus, Take Us to the Mountain” UNSER HERRSCHER
SENT OUT AS GOD’S PEOPLE CHARGE & BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE “Sinfonia” HENRY PURCELL
*Word with the Children
Children in grades K-5 are dismissed to Sunday School following the Word with the Children. Care for younger
children is provided in the nursery during the remainder of our
worship time. A single youth volunteer may be needed. Please
ask the adult nursery personnel if a youth is necessary.
and transform us so that our lives may shine with your glory,
beauty, and grace; through Jesus Christ our Lord.
ASSURANCE OF FORGIVENESS
HYMN OF ASSURANCE #579 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.
SHARING THE PEACE Leader: Since God has forgiven us, let us also forgive one another.
The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Let us share our forgiven joy with one another.
PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION
FIRST SCRIPTURE LESSON PSALM 50:1-6 OT – Pg. 526 in the white-edged Bible, Pg. 491 in the blue-edged Bible
WORD WITH THE CHILDREN*
ANTHEM “Sing Forth All Creation” HENRY PURCELL
Senior Choir
SECOND SCRIPTURE LESSON MARK 9:2-9 NT – Pg. 41 in the white-edged Bible, Pg. 41 in the blue-edged Bible
SERMON “What Peter Saw” REV. REBECCA MALLOZZI HYMN #190 “Swiftly Pass the Clouds of Glory” GENEVA
SHARING JOYS AND CONCERNS INTERCESSIONS AND PETITIONS
THE LORD’S PRAYER PRESBYTERIAN HYMNAL – PG. 16 (Please use “debts & debtors”.)
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FAITH L IFE SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2018
God told the disciples: “This is my Son. ... Listen to him” (Mark 9:7). Welcome to worship, where we pause intentionally to listen to Jesus. We hope you’ll join us following worship in Fellowship Hall for beverages, snacks, and fellowship.
Adult Sunday School Class
Youth Group
Sign up for Worship Assistant, Fellowship Host, Chancel Table flowers, etc.
Take note of flagged announcements.
TODAY OR TONIGHT
Faith Presbyterian Church of Emmaus 3002 N. Second Street - PO Box 507 - Emmaus, PA 18049
610-967-5600—[email protected] Visit us on the web! www.faithchurchemmaus.org
WORSHIP
CHOIR REHEARSALS
Adult Handbell Choir: Are you a Ding-a-Ling? We are too!
The Adult Handbell Choir is looking for new ringers with a little zip in their step to join the Handbell Choir. Our rehearsal time is Monday nights from 6-7:00 PM. We participate in worship approximately one time each month. Experience is not necessary, but a commitment to the choir is. For more information, please contact Tammi Howorth, or ask any of the other Ding Dongs at Faith. [email protected]
Children & Youth Choirs: Youth handbell choir and Youth vocal
choir will rehearse at 8:30 AM. Children’s handbell choir will be rehearsing at 9:30 AM, before worship time. Children’s Vocal Choir will rehearse following worship, at 11:00 AM. If there are questions on any of those choirs, please contact Tammi Howorth. [email protected] or text/call 610-730-4652.
Senior Choir: Rehearsals are Wednesday at 7:00 PM. If you are interested in in singing with the choir, please contact Brian Snyder. [email protected]
ARE YOU NEW TO FAITH CHURCH? If this is your first time in worship with us here at Faith
Church, welcome! We want to get to know you, so be sure to sign the friendship registry when it is passed to you.
DAYBREAK – February 12 1-2 persons to bake 2 doz. cookies each
Faith Church cooks and serves a meal at Daybreak on the second
Monday of each month, from 1:30 to 4:30 pm.
Daybreak is a drop-in center for people suffering from mental illness, who may or may not also be homeless.
Helpers are also needed, especially cooks, from approx.
1:30 to 4:30 pm.
Because of possible nut allergies, please mark cookies that have nuts in them. Sugar-free cookies are also appreciated.
Drop them off in the kitchen by noon of that Monday.
For more information, speak with Carolyn Baittinger or Zona Farmer. Don’t pass up this very easy opportunity to “do unto others.”
CONSIGN FOR GOOD SPRING SALE
Registration for consigners to sell items at Consign for Good, our children’s consignment sale is open. To be a consigner, you can email us at [email protected], or visit our website at www.consignforgood.org for registration and additional information.
MISSION
OFFICE NEWS
SECRETARY MEDICAL LEAVE Lynda will be on medical leave from tomorrow until Monday,
February 26th. While she is out, please consider the following:
The office will be open during normal business hours. Volunteers have stepped forward to man the desk and phone.
All bulletins and announcements for the remainder of February were prepared in advance. Please refer to the calendar on the church website to confirm scheduling, and events that may have been added.
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Sunday Morning Discipleship Opportunities
The Discipleship Committee will keep the recent Sunday morning schedule as we continue to explore other options. NO CLASSES ON THE
1st SUNDAY OF THE MONTH.
9:30 am: Middle School and High School
Following Children’s Time in worship: K-Grade 5 Sunday School.
Children younger than Kindergarten may go to the nursery.
11:20 am: Adults – meeting in room 7
Youth Group
Youth in grades 6-8 are invited to participate in Middle School Youth Group (MSYG) which meets in Fellowship Hall from 5:00-7:00 PM.
Youth in grades 9-12 are invited to participate in High School Youth Group (HSYG) from 6:30-8:30 PM on scheduled nights, at Faith. Each
week, we have a meal together, which is sponsored by our awesome parents and mentors. Questions about Youth Groups and their events can be directed to Joanne Marchetto at [email protected].
We are in need of dinner sponsors! Youth should bring their permission slips and registration forms for the spring retreat (today is
the last day to register) and the Phantoms Game.
Next Meeting—Today! — This week, we will be making a field trip to the
Warming Shelter in Allentown. We will meet at Faith at 5:00 pm. We will have a brief introduction to our trip to the warming shelter, then we will carpool
together. We will serve them their dinner at 6:00. Then, we will carpool back to Faith and have supper and a time to talk about our experience. Mentors
and parents are welcome to join us. Please let me know if you are able to help carpool. Please fill out an activity permission form to join us. Upcoming:
Today! .............. Snow tubing @ Bear Creek February 18 ..... Youth Group Meetings @ Faith
February 25 ..... Roller-skating @ Skateaway March 4 ........... Youth Group Meetings @ Faith
March 11 ......... Bowling @ the Rose Bowl March 18 ......... Phantoms Game @ PPL center
March 25 ......... Youth Group Meetings @ Faith April 1 .............. Easter Sunday/No youth group
!!!! SAVE THE DATE !!!!
Vacation Bible School will be held Sunday, June 24 through Thursday, June 28 from 6pm to 8pm for children ages 3 through graduating 5th
graders. If you are interested in helping with this annual event, please contact Cathy Wiese.
Adult Sunday School
Using “The Wired Word” curriculum, we will have a brief synopsis of a news story, followed by probing questions and a time for confronting the
issue with scriptures and hope. We gather in room #7 (Brick Classroom) 15 minutes after the end of the worship service. No Class on February 18.
Today – “2018 to Begin, Says Gregorian Calendar.” Consider: The Bible reminds us that God's calendar is different from ours:
"But do not ignore this one fact, beloved, that with the Lord one day is like a thousand years, and a thousand years are like one day" (2 Peter 3:8).
When does time seem to be a source of pressure and/or stress for you? When does time seem to be a blessing?
Regarding time, the Bible speaks of four dimensions: past, present, future and eternity. Which one does it emphasize the most? Why do you think that is?
How is time related to the call of God upon us?
Feb. 25 – “Iran Restricts Communication in Response to Protests.” Consider: Words are powerful and creative, so much so that Rabbi Abraham
Heschel once said, "words create worlds." Recent restrictions on communication in Iran give us an opportunity to reflect on the power of words -- both human and divine -- to influence individuals, events and the shape of the world around us.
Words play a significant role in protests, political campaigns, reform movements and religious revivals. When have you seen the world shaped by the power of words?
Discipleship Opportunities during the week
New participants always welcome!
Women’s Devotional Fellowship meets on Thursdays at participants’
homes from 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Next Meeting: February 15
Disciples of Christ (DOC), a men’s study & discussion group, meets every
other Thursday at 7:30 AM in the parlor. The subject: Staying Positive in
a Negative World. Next meeting: February 22
Noon Bible Study meets on Wednesdays in the Parlor. Come share the
Bible with this lively group! All are welcome! Next Meeting: February 21.
Faith Watercolor Painters Group will meet on Thursdays in the Fellowship
Hall from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. This new group will be led by Dick Farmer
and assisted by Ed Klova. Please contact Dick Farmer (610-967-4401) for additional information, or the date of the next gathering.
T he Discipleship Committee, through the dedication and passion of its many volunteers, is able to offer the following programs to the church. However, we are never finished, in our effort to better serve the needs of our members. We are always open to new ideas and ways to further the Discipleship of
Faith Presbyterian Church. The Discipleship Committee meets the 3rd Tuesday of the month at 7:00 PM in the Parlor. All are welcome to join us.
DISCIPLESHIP
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CANCELLATIONS DUE TO WEATHER In addition to phone chains and email blasts, Faith
Presbyterian Church can also communicate cancellations of committee meetings, rehearsals on 69 News! Please stay tuned to our event changes by:
1) Watching the scrolling cancellations on 69 News.
2) Going to the 69 News website (http://www.wfmz.com/weather/school-and-business-closings/149606) and searching for a post from our church.
3) Signing up for alerts by going to this website (http://www.wfmz.com/Sign-Up-for-Email-Newsletters-Alerts/29028180) and setting up an account for auto alerts to your e-mail, etc.
This is just another way we hope to keep information lines open at our church!
Committee Chairs, to have a cancellation added to the WFMZ Closings List, please contact Lynda Scheirer at 610-217-6610.
COMMUNICATIONS
PHOTOS NEEDED
Do you have a smart phone? Then, you are a designated church photographer! You are encouraged to take photos of church members/
friends at our events and activities! Right after snapping pictures, you can send them right on to Lynda in the church office by email to
([email protected]), where she will store them for use in publications or just store them for church history! We are always looking
to document our church activity. Thank you!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS Women of Faith will be holding their Chicken & Beef Pies sale
following worship on Sunday, March 18. There will also be baked goods, bread, sticky buns, etc. available for purchase. All items promise to be aromatically enticing. Let yourself be tempted and buy these tasty treasures. You’ll enjoy them while helping Women of Faith to continue their ministry to neighbors in need.
In the meantime, Women of Faith are currently gathering in the Brick Room on Wednesday mornings from 9:30 AM to noon, to work on crafts. Extra hands are always needed, and all skill levels are welcome! Why don’t you stop in and lend a hand?
WOMEN OF FAITH
LEHIGH PRESBYTERY
JOIN US ON MISSION WORK TRIP TO SUMMERTON, SC
The Helping Hands Care Team of Lehigh Presbytery is planning a mission
work trip to South Carolina on April 14-21, 2018 to assist with the recovery
efforts after heavy rains and flooding caused extensive damage to the churches
and homes in that area. This will be their fifth trip to South Carolina.
They are seeking volunteers to help with the reconstruction. There are no specific skills or experience required, other than to be flexible and provide
whatever help is needed. Of course, plumbing, electrical, roofing, and dry wall
installation skills are always welcome.
Cost is $200.00 per person and volunteers must register by March
30, 2018. Registration forms and the flyer with information are available from your church office. Information for this trip can also be found on the
Lehigh Presbytery website at http://lehighpresbytery.org/our-faith-community/
care-teams/helping-hands/ or you can call (610-391-9020) or email
([email protected]) the Presbytery office.
DEACONS
Easter Flowers
Spring is in the air! At least you might think so if you place your Easter Flower order. Choices are lilies, daffodils, tulips, and hyacinths.
Envelopes are in the pews. Fill one out, with payment, and place it in the offering plate. The deadline is March 11. Avoid the last minute rush!
DO YOU HAVE AN EXTRA MINUTE? The Board of Deacons has identified the following members who are
either confined to their homes, at a nursing facility, or sometimes unable
to attend Sunday worship services:
Bunny Ashcraft ------------- Cedarbrook Nursing Home Kay Cole --------------------- Home Taffy Connor ---------------- Home Donna Kastner -------------- Home Sandy Missmer ------------- Home Theodore Rogal ------------ Brookview Independent Living George Smits---------------- Cedarbrook Nursing Home
If you have an extra minute, perhaps you could call, send a card or even visit one of these members. Their phone numbers and addresses are located in the Faith Directory. Be a Deacon in your own right and help make someone’s day a little brighter.
2/11 Sally Eck
2/12 Tom Zuzzolo
2/13 Eleanor Focht
2/14 Susan Moring
2/15 Jim DePhillips
2/16 Bunny Ashcraft, Will Moring
2/17 Samuel Kennedy, Sarah Tracy
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THIS WEEK
Sunday, February 11 9:30 AM— Middle School/High School Sunday School 10:00 AM— Worship Service Following Children’s Time—K thru Grade 5 Sunday School, 11:20 AM— Adult Sunday School 2:00 PM— Youth Group: Snow Tubing @ Bear Creek 6:45 PM— Brownie Troop Monday, February 12 2:00 PM— Daybreak Tuesday, February 13 7:00 PM— Session Meeting Wednesday, February 14 Ash Wednesday Noon— Bible Study 7:00 PM— Worship Service Thursday, February 15 9:30 AM— Women’s Devotional Fellowship 1:00 PM— Faith Watercolor Painters 7:00 PM— Narcotics Anon. (FH) Friday, February 16 Church Office Closed Saturday, February 17 9:00 AM— Zumba (FH)
AROUND THE CORNER...
Mar. 18 ............ Installation of Pastor Becki Mallozzi Mar. 18 ............ April Flyer Deadline
Mar. 25 ............ Palm Sunday Mar. 25 ............ One Great Hour of Sharing Offering
Mar. 29 ............ Maundy Thursday Mar. 30 ............ Good Friday
Apr. 1 ............... Easter Apr. 5-7 ........... Consign for Good Sale
Apr. 14-21 ....... Helping Hands Mission Trip
Apr. 15 ............ May Flyer Deadline May 4-6 ........... Youth Group Retreat
May 13............. Mother’s Day May 20............. Pentecost Offering
May 20............. June Flyer Deadline May 28............. Memorial Day/Church Office Closed
May 28............. Summer Office Hours begin Jun. 17 ............. July/August Flyer Deadline
Jun. 24-28 ....... Vacation Bible School
TWO WEEKS OF FAITH This calendar is prepared a few days prior to distribution. Please see the church website for the most up-to-date information. Room Numbers, indicating where meetings will be held (when known), are shown in parentheses following the listing.
Key BR Brick Room FH Fellowship Hall
MR Music Room
O Office
P Parlor
S Sanctuary
NEXT WEEK
Sunday, February 18 1st Sunday of Lent NO Sunday School 8:30 AM— Youth Handbell/Voice Choirs 9:30 AM— Children’s Handbell Choir 10:00 AM— Worship Service 11:00 AM— Children’s Vocal Choir 5:00 PM— Youth Group 6:45 PM— Brownie Troop Church Office ClosedMonday, February 19 President’s Day 6:00 PM— Adult Handbell Choir 7:00 PM— Mission Committee Tuesday, February 20 11:00 AM— Emmaus Garden Club (FH) 7:00 PM— Discipleship Committee 7:15 PM— Deacons Meeting Wednesday, February 21 Noon— Bible Study 7:00 PM— East Penn Neighbors Helping Neighbors 7:00 PM— Senior Choir Rehearsal Thursday, February 22 7:30 AM— Disciples of Christ (P) 9:30 AM— Women’s Devotional Fellowship 1:00 PM— Faith Watercolor Painters 7:00 PM— Narcotics Anon. (FH) Friday, February 23 Church Office Closed Saturday, February 24 9:00 AM— Zumba (FH)