“A house of prayer for all people, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God”

The Church at Litchfield Park

WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH

Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 28, 2014 8:00 a.m.

The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.

CHIMES PRELUDE “You Are My Hiding Place” arr. Mark Hayes CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP “Sing a New Song” Praetorius/Schweizer WELCOME, REGISTRATION and ANNOUNCEMENTS PASTORAL PRAYER LORD’S PRAYER

Our 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.

HYMN “At the Name of Jesus” No. 766 (Verses 1 & 4)

ANTHEM “On Eagle’s Wings” Joncas/Hayes SCRIPTURE READING Matthew 20:23-27 SERMON “Power & Authority” Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. HYMN “In His Presence” No. 618 OFFERTORY “Love Never Fails” Heath & Cates

Karla Cornell, soloist “DOXOLOGY” No. 815

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“God Will Take Care of You” No. 692 “No matter what may be the test, God will take care of you. Lean, weary

one, upon His breast; God will take care of you. God will take care of you, thro’ every day, o’er all the way. He will take care of you; God will take care of you.”

BENEDICTION POSTLUDE “Holy, Holy, Holy” Traditional MATTHEW 21:23-27 (NIV)

“Jesus entered the temple courts, and, while he was teaching, the chief priests and the elders of the people came to him. ‘By what authority are you doing these things?’ they asked. ‘And who gave you this authority?’ Jesus replied, ‘I will also ask you one question. If you answer me, I will tell you by what authority I am doing these things. John’s baptism—where did it come from? Was it from heaven, or of human origin?’ They discussed it among themselves and said, ‘If we say, ‘from heaven,’ he will ask, ‘then why didn’t you believe him?’ But if we say, ‘Of human origin’—we are afraid of the people, for they all hold that John was a prophet.’ So they answered Jesus, ‘We don’t know.’ Then he said, ‘Neither will I tell you by what authority I am doing these things.’”

CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE)

**Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals are available for use during traditional services. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.

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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 28, 2014 9:15 a.m.

The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.

CHIMES WELCOME, REGISTRATION and ANNOUNCEMENTS PRELUDE “You Are My Hiding Place” arr. Mark Hayes BRINGING IN THE LIGHT EL PASO MISSION COMMISSIONING WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Benjamin Gantt & Lauren Byrd Peter Dale Ed & Diane Greeneich Richard Stewart CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP “Sing a New Song” Praetorius/Schweizer CALL TO WORSHIP: L: To you, O Lord, I lift up my soul. P: O my God, in you I trust; do not let me be put to shame. L: Make me to know your ways, O Lord; teach me your paths. P: Lead me in your truth, and teach me, for you are the God of my salvation. L: Good and upright is the Lord, who instructs the people in the way. P: The Lord leads the humble in what is right and teaches the humble way of God.

HYMN “At the Name of Jesus” No. 766 (Verses 1, 2 & 4)

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Prayer of Intercession: (In Unison) Gracious God, we pray for peace, justice and reconciliation throughout the

world. We pray for the renewal of the Church in faith, love and service. We pray for those who are in need: for the sick, sorrowful and bereaved. We pray for all who bring comfort, care and healing. We give thanks for love and friendship and for all that enriches our daily lives. In the name of Jesus Christ, we pray.

L: Let us now pray together the prayer that our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us: P: Our 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.

ANTHEM “On Eagle’s Wings” Joncas/Hayes

SCRIPTURE READING Matthew 20:23-27 (Page 3)

SERMON “Power & Authority” Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.

HYMN “In His Presence” No. 618

OFFERTORY “Love Never Fails” Heath & Cates Karla Cornell, soloist

“DOXOLOGY” No. 815

“God Will Take Care of You” No. 692 “No matter what may be the test, God will take care of you. Lean, weary

one, upon His breast; God will take care of you. God will take care of you, thro’ every day, o’er all the way. He will take care of you; God will take care of you.”

BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE “Holy, Holy, Holy” Traditional

CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE)

**Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals are available for use during services. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.

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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost

September 28, 2014 10:45 a.m.

The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.

PRELUDE “You Are My Hiding Place” arr. Mark Hayes WELCOME & OPENING PRAYER WELCOME NEW MEMBERS Ramon Ocaño Peter Dale PRAISE OF CONGREGATION “Shout to the Lord” Darlene Zschech

SPECIAL MUSIC “I Exalt Thee” Pete Sanchez, Jr. SCRIPTURE READING Matthew 20:23-27 (Page 3) SERMON “Power & Authority” Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. PRAISE OF CONGREGATION “We Fall Down” Chris Tomlin OFFERTORY “Love Never Fails” Heath & Cates

Karla Cornell, soloist

“God Be with You” Rankin/Tomer “God be with you till we meet again; by His counsels guide, uphold you, with His sheep securely fold you; God be with you till we meet again.” BENEDICTION POSTLUDE

CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE) **Assisted Hearing devices are available for use during the service.

Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.

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Announcements for September 28, 2014

WEDNESDAY NIGHT PROGRAMS

Regular Wednesday night programs continue. Dinner this week will be fish n’ chips, slaw, jello, and cookies. Programs will include G.O. Kids Rec. Room, G.O. Kids, 4C Choirs, Chancel Choir, Heavenly Handbells, CLP Café, and Bible Study. See the weekly calendar for times and locations.

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP

This Saturday, October 4th, Men’s Bible Study will meet in Souers Hall from 7:00-8:30 a.m. Breakfast will be served. This first study will focus on 1 Thessalonians. Please sign up in Souers Hall if you plan to attend.

We Welcome New Members Benjamin Gantt & Lauren Byrd Ed & Diane Greeneich

Ramon Ocaño Richard Stewart

We are happy you have chosen to become a part of this body of Christ!

Take time to check out what’s happening…

Wednesday Night Programs Grief Support Group

Men’s Fellowship W.C.S.F. Thrift Shop

Ladies Who Lunch Book Study Club

Mission of Mercy Homeless Youth Connection

Holiday Pops

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LADIES WHO LUNCH

All women are invited to join “Ladies Who Lunch” on Tuesday, October 7th, at 11:30 a.m. for a Dutch-treat meal and fellowship at Mimi’s Café, 1220 N. Dysart Road in Goodyear. This new monthly event is sponsored by Women’s Christian Service Fellowship as a way to support and encourage women in the church to get to know each other beyond Sunday morning greetings. Your RSVP is required by Sunday, October 5th, so that we can make reservations to ensure adequate seating. Newcomers are always welcome! Please RSVP or address questions to either Kathy Christensen at (623) 536-1207 or speedbmp68@hotmail.com or Chris Martin at (623) 979-8503 or chrismartinaz@cox.net.

MISSION OF MERCY

Mission of Mercy is having a “Courtyard Soiree” with live music, hors d’oeuvres and beverages at their new office in the BHHS Legacy Place at 360 E. Coronado Rd. #160, Phoenix. This event will take place on Thursday, October 9th, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. All are welcome but please either RSVP to Diana at (602) 861-2233 by October 7th or sign up in Souers Hall.

GRIEF SUPPORT GROUP

Vern and Kathy Ermeling will lead a six-week grief support group starting Wednesday, October 15th, at 10:00 a.m. in Fireside South. Registration is limited to 12 to facilitate discussion. Vern is a retired Lutheran minister. Kathy is a certified grief counselor. They have led courses in many churches and at retirement homes or senior centers. You may sign up for this in Souers Hall.

THRIFT SHOP OPEN

The Thrift Shop is open the first Saturday and third Thursday of each month with work day (donation day) being the day prior. The Thrift Shop will be open this Saturday, October 4th, 8:30–12:30, with all ‘new to you’ items. Work day is Friday, October 3rd, 8:30–11:00, and it is a great time to bring your donations. If Friday is not a good day, then call Monica at (623) 935-2656 or Millie at (623) 935-3953 and schedule a different time.

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BOOK STUDY GROUP

Carry On, Warrior – The Power of Embracing your Messy, Beautiful Life by Glennon Doyle Melton

This book invites us to believe in ourselves and our faith, to be brave and kind, to let go of the idea of perfection and to stop making motherhood, marriage, and friendship harder by pretending they’re not hard. I just finished this book and would love the chance to enjoy it and share it with others! Please join in a casual book study on Wednesdays at 5:30 until 6:00 p.m., beginning October 15th, in the Watt House. Childcare is available and we will follow the children’s Choir schedule. Please contact Carrie Bemis (623) 203-2909 or thebemi@gmail.com if you have any questions. Sign up in Souers Hall for the book study.

HOMELESS YOUTH CONNECTION

Attend the Youth Empowerment Breakfast on Thursday, October 23rd, at 7:00 a.m. at Tuscany Ballroom in PebbleCreek to learn how to become eligible for an Arizona State Charitable Tax Credit of $200 for individuals and $400 for married couples in support of Homeless Youth Connection’s homeless teens. Sign-up in Souers Hall by October 19th. You may also contact Lynn Logue at (623) 412-9727 or Dawn Bogart at Homeless Youth Connection at (623) 374-3747 for more information.

PHOENIX SYMPHONY HOLIDAY POPS

The Fellowship Committee is taking orders for tickets to the Phoenix Symphony annual Holiday Pops concert at the Phoenix Symphony Hall on Saturday, December 6th, at 2:00 p.m. This festive concert will soar to new heights with the symphony, symphony chorus and Desert Bell choir. There will be popular Christmas music and a time to sing-along. Tickets are $40 each for Section C on the main floor. Sign up in Souers Hall between services or in the office during the week. The deadline to sign up and pay for your tickets will be Sunday, October 26th. Make checks payable to The Church at Litchfield Park and write “Pops Concert” in the memo line.

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Please call the church office at (623) 935-3411 to change or update this list.

OCTOBER PREACHING SCHEDULE

Oct 5 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Communion Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.

Oct 12 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.

Oct 19 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.

Oct 26 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Worship Service Rev. James Butler

SSgt Kristen Allen A1C Robert Grotefend Shirley Parks

MAJ Travis Allen CW3 Brian Hall Lt Dan Pauley

Lt Col Shawn Anger Capt Damon Juarez HTFN Deacon Price

EO Matthew Barton PFC Jay W. Klement, II MK1 Robert Rodriguez

MAJ Joe Bemis PFC Ralph Lawson MAJ Brendan Rowe

SFC Jamil D Bush Kyle P Lee Lt Col Doug Seymour

1st Sgt Christopher Cameron SSgt Tommy Little 1st Lt R Jacob Stucky

MAJ Douglas Charters CM3 Ryan McElhaney SSgt Derek Adrian Urban

Capt Taylor Clarke Capt Hank McKibban DOD Civilian Derek Urban

Sgt Anthony Collier MAJ Ryan Maple MAJ Brad Walgren, Chaplain

Lt Col Lyle Dawley Phillip Miller, Seal Team SSgt Christian Walsh

Capt Malia DuMont SFC Donald S. Montgomery SSgt Margaret Wilson

PFC Cody Fridley SR Ezra Norris 2nd Lt Jacob Zalewski

Lt Col Mike Gantt SR Noah Norris PFC Daniel Zimmer

*************** SFC Lance Otzmann ***************

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Calendar for the Week of September 28, 2014 Today, 09/28/2014

COFFEE FELLOWSHIP - In Souers Hall before and after worship

INFORMATION TABLE - In the breezeway and in front lawn area before and after worship 8:00 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 8:00 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 9:15 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 9:15 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 9:15 a.m. – PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 2 9:15 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-2nd grades) in Classroom 3 9:15 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (3rd-5th grades) in Classroom 4 10:15 a.m. – MEMBERSHIP ORIENTATION in Zieske Hall 10:45 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 10:45 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 10:45 a.m. – PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 2 10:45 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-2nd grades) in Classroom 3 10:45 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (3rd-5th grades) in Classroom 4 11:45 a.m. – IGNITE YOUTH GROUP in Souers Hall 1:15 p.m. – ADRENALINE in Choir Room 5:00 p.m. – PULSE YOUTH GROUP in Choir Room/Sanctuary 5:00 p.m. – QUILTERS FELLOWSHIP in Zieske Hall 7:00 p.m. – BOY SCOUT TROOP 99 in Souers Hall

Monday, 09/29/2014 12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House

Tuesday, 09/30/2014 10:00 a.m. – BIBLE STUDY in Souers Hall 12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House

Wednesday, 10/01/2014 12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House 1:30 p.m. – WESTERN SKY MIDDLE SCHOOL EARLY RELEASE 4:30 p.m. – HEAVENLY HANDBELLS in Sanctuary 4:30 p.m. – G.O. KIDS REC ROOM in Classroom 6 4:30 p.m. – CLP Cafe in Souers Hall 4:30 p.m. – CHIMIN’ IN in Fireside Room North

5:00 p.m. – NURSERY 5:00 p.m. – V.I.P. in Fireside Room North

5:30 p.m. – JOYFUL NOISE in Classroom 2

6:00 p.m. – WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER in Souers Hall 6:45 p.m. – CHANCEL CHOIR in Choir Room

6:45 p.m. – BIBLE STUDY in Zieske Hall 6:45 p.m. – G.O. KIDS in Classroom 3 & 4

Thursday, 10/02/2014 1:30 p.m. – WESTERN SKY MIDDLE SCHOOL EARLY RELEASE 6:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House 6:00 p.m. – CHANCEL SINGERS REHEARSAL in Sanctuary 6:00 p.m. – W.C.S.F. BOARD MEETING in Fireside Room North 7:00 p.m. – CARILLON HANDBELLS in Sanctuary

Friday, 10/03/2014 8:30 a.m. – W.C.S.F. THRIFT SHOP WORK DAY in Watt House 12:00 p.m. – RN RECOVERY GROUP in Watt House

1:00 p.m. – WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP KNITTING/CROCHET GROUP in Zieske Hall 1:30 p.m. – WESTERN SKY MIDDLE SCHOOL EARLY RELEASE 6:30 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House 8:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House

Saturday, 10/04/2014 7:00 a.m. – MEN’S BIBLE STUDY in Souers Hall 8:30 a.m. – W.C.S.F. THRIFT SHOP in Watt House

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The Church at Litchfield Park 300 N. Old Litchfield Road Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

Phone: (623) 935-3411 Fax: (623) 935-0560 Web: www.churchatlitchfieldpark.org Email: info@churchatlitchfieldpark.org

The Ministers of this Church are its members

Assisting them are:

Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr., Senior Pastor

Rev. James Butler, Executive Pastor

Rev. Kerri Sandusky, Associate Pastor Rev. Judson Souers, Pastor Emeritus

Mona McCash, Organist Emerita

ASSISTING IN WORSHIP TODAY

SENIOR PASTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. EXECUTIVE PASTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. James Butler ASSOCIATE PASTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Kerri Sandusky DIRECTOR OF MUSIC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Sue Kujawski ORGANIST/PIANIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Debra Weber LITURGIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Travis Allen USHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Lou & Lois Tronzo, Steve & Jan Johnson 9:15 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Ted & Sarah Pearson, Tom & Jill Rosztoczy 10:45 a.m. . . . . . . . . . Dan & Michelle Sager, Tom & Karen Van Hooser ACOLYTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:15 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Meredith Magee & Mitchell Magee NURSERY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chris Benoit, Jackie Bomgardner

9:15 a.m. . . . . . . . . . Chris Benoit, Jackie Bomgardner, Amber Gilbert 10:45 a.m. . . . . . . . . . Chris Benoit, Jackie Bomgardner, Amber Gilbert