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“A house of prayer for all people,
aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God”
The Church at Litchfield Park
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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost
October 18, 2015 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 “His Eye Is on the Sparrow” arr. Weber CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP “Make a Joyful Noise” Karle Erickson 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 “I Sing the Mighty Power of God” No. 128
(Verses 1 & 3) ANTHEM “Rejoice, the Lord Is King” Jonathan Willcocks SCRIPTURE READING Mark 10:35-45 L: The Word of the Lord. (Page 3) P: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “Drinking from the Cup” Rev. Kerri Sandusky HYMN “This Is My Father’s World” No. 143
(Verses 1 & 2)
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OFFERTORY “In This Very Room” Ron & Carol Harris
David & Kathy Drake, duet “DOXOLOGY” No. 815 “This Is My Father’s World” No. 143
“This is my Father’s world, O let me ne’er forget that though the wrong seems oft so strong, God is the Ruler yet. This is my Father’s world, the battle is not done; Jesus, who died, shall be satisfied, and earth and heav’n be one.”
BENEDICTION POSTLUDE “Power in the Blood” Traditional
MARK 10:35-45 (NIV)
“James and John, the sons of Zebedee, came forward to Jesus and said to him, ‘Teacher, we want you to do for us whatever we ask of you.’ And he said to them, ‘What is it you want me to do for you?’ And they said to him, ‘Grant us to sit, one at your right hand and one at your left, in your glory.’ But Jesus said to them, ‘You do not know what you are asking. Are you able to drink the cup that I drink, or be baptized with the baptism that I am baptized with?’ They replied, ‘We are able.’ Then Jesus said to them, ‘The cup that I drink you will drink; and with the baptism with which I am baptized, you will be baptized; but to sit at my right hand or at my left is not mine to grant, but it is for those for whom it has been prepared.’ When the ten heard this, they began to be angry with James and John. So Jesus called them and said to them, ‘You know that among the Gentiles those whom they recognize as their rulers lord it over them, and their great ones are tyrants over them. But it is not so among you; but whoever wishes to become great among you must be your servant, and whoever wishes to be first among you must be slave of all. For the Son of Man came not to be served but to serve, and to give his life a ransom for many.’”
CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE)
Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals and bulletins 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 Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost
October 18, 2015 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 PRELUDE “His Eye Is on the Sparrow” arr. Weber BRINGING IN THE LIGHT
WELCOME, REGISTRATION and ANNOUNCEMENTS CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP “Make a Joyful Noise” Karle Erickson CALL TO WORSHIP L: We come before the Lord willing and equal. P: God tells us that we are fearfully and wonderfully made. L: God calls us His children to love others compassionately and responsibly. P: Thanks to God who trusts us to pour out His love on others.
HYMN “I Sing the Mighty Power of God” No. 128
(Verses 1, 2 & 3) CONFESSION OF THE CHRISTIAN COMMUNITY Prayer of Confession: (In Unison)
Dear Lord, we come together as equal brothers and sisters. Thank You for modeling for us the gifts of service, of love, of mercy, and of grace. Please forgive us in times when we become self-focused and self-serving. Help us to hear Your call, that we might drink from Your cup as we serve others. We praise You for Your redemptive and cleansing love.
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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 “Rejoice, the Lord Is King” Jonathan Willcocks SCRIPTURE READING Mark 10:35-45 L: The Word of the Lord. (Page 3) P: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “Drinking from the Cup” Rev. Kerri Sandusky HYMN “This Is My Father’s World” No. 143
(Verses 1 & 2)
OFFERTORY “In This Very Room” Ron & Carol Harris David & Kathy Drake, duet
“DOXOLOGY” No. 815 “This Is My Father’s World” No. 143
“This is my Father’s world, O let me ne’er forget that though the wrong seems oft so strong, God is the Ruler yet. This is my Father’s world, the battle is not done; Jesus, who died, shall be satisfied, and earth and heav’n be one.”
BENEDICTION POSTLUDE “Power in the Blood” Traditional
CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE).
Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals and bulletins 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 Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost
October 18, 2015 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
WELCOME & OPENING PRAYER
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Kali Lucille Wolfbrandt
PRAISE OF CONGREGATION “Trading My Sorrows” Darrell Evans
SPECIAL MUSIC “Holy Spirit” Bryan & Katie Torwalt Lisa Collier, soloist
SCRIPTURE READING Mark 10:35-45 L: The Word of the Lord. (Page 3) P: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “Drinking from the Cup” Rev. Kerri Sandusky
PRAISE OF CONGREGATION “Pour Out Your Spirit” Tom Lane
PASTORAL PRAYER
OFFERTORY “In This Very Room” Ron & Carol Harris David & Kathy Drake, duet
“Build Your Kingdom Here” Rend Collective “Build Your kingdom here, let the darkness fear. Show Your mighty hand, heal our streets and land. Set Your church on fire, win this nation back, change the atmosphere, build Your kingdom here we pray.”
CCLI Song #6186078, © 2011 Thank You Music
BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE
CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE) **Assisted Hearing devices and large print bulletins 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 October 18, 2015
MEMBERSHIP ORIENTATION TODAY
If you are considering joining our church family or simply want more information about The Church at Litchfield Park, please come to our brief membership orientation in Zieske Hall TODAY, immediately following the 9:15 a.m. service. New members will be received next Sunday at either the 9:15 or 10:45 a.m. service. If you have already been to an orientation session and are now ready to join or if you have any questions about the process, please contact Peter Dale, Membership Chair, at (480) 280-9290 or [email protected].
SAMARITAN’S PURSE
Spread the joy of sharing God’s love and the Gospel of Jesus Christ with children around the world. Please pack a shoebox, as a Christmas present, for a child in need, a child who may never have had a present before. You can pack gifts, school supplies and hygiene items, but no liquids or war toys, to fill your box completely. Please include a $7.00 donation for the shipping cost. The journey of every shoebox gift is guided by prayer. Last year we sent 83 boxes; this year we hope to send over 100 boxes. Pick up your shoebox today or next Sunday in the breezeway and return it the following Sunday. Call Judy Anderson with any questions at (623) 386-7473.
YOUTH MISSION
The youth are invited to participate in a mission trip to W.H.E.A.T. on Saturday, October 24. This organization provides free clothing to those in need. We will leave at 7:15 a.m. and return at 12:00 p.m. Permission slips are in Souers Hall and need to be turned in TODAY.
Take time to check out what’s happening…
Membership Orientation W.C.S.F. Grant
Samaritan’s Purse Homeless Youth Connection
Youth Mission Brighter Day Luncheon
Bible Studies Missions
Wednesday Night Activities Men’s Fellowship
Hallo-Palooza Women’s Fellowship
Christmas Pageant Women’s Retreat Reunion
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BIBLE STUDIES
Bible studies are both Tuesday, October 20, at 10:00 a.m. and Wednesday, October 21, at 6:45 p.m. Both are held in Souers Hall. Pastor Kerri is leading this four-week study on the Book of Ruth. All you need to bring is your Bible.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT ACTIVITIES
Wednesday night activities begin at 4:30 p.m. They include dinner of Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes, green beans, salad and cupcakes served at 6:00 p.m. in Souers Hall. Please check the bulletin and calendar of weekly activities for exact times and locations for 4C choirs, CLP Café, G.O. Kids Rec Room, Bible Study, Chancel Choir, and G. O. Kids.
HALLO-PALOOZA
Hallo-palooza will take place on Saturday, October 31st, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. in the church’s parking lot. We need YOU! Bring your car, some candy, and your favorite Halloween décor. When you arrive, you will receive a parking space. Then, set up your lawn chair, open your trunk (and candy bags), and wait for kids to walk through and trick-or-treat in a safe place. For those who would like to decorate the trunk, there will be a decorating contest. There will also be a hay maze, grave yard, and plenty of frightening sights for the kids as well. Please sign up in Souers Hall if you would like to participate.
2015 CHRISTMAS PAGEANT
Please join the 2015 Christmas Pageant. Rehearsals begin Thursday, November 12, and continue through Saturday, December 19. The performance is on Sunday, December 20, during the 10:45 a.m. worship service. Written by Rev. Dale Hopely, the pageant is called The Nativity: A Traditional Story of the Birth of Jesus Christ. Rehearsals are Thursdays from 5:45-7:00 p.m. and Sundays from 11:45-1:00 p.m., with a break for the Thanksgiving holiday. Dress rehearsal will be on Saturday, December 19. You can sign up in Souers Hall to participate in this Christmas gift to the church. For more information, please contact the church office at (623) 935-3411. Participation is open to K-5th graders in the community.
W.C.S.F. GRANT
Women’s Christian Service Fellowship is offering a service-based grant for women who are in need of financial assistance as they work to achieve a new life goal. W.C.S.F. will be accepting grant applications starting November 1, 2015. Applications will be available in the church office, or you can contact committee chairperson Marilyn Kimmins at [email protected]. All applications must be received no later than November 30, 2015.
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HOMELESS YOUTH CONNECTION
Homeless Youth Connection will have their annual Empowering Youth Breakfast this Thursday, October 22, from 7:00-8:30 a.m. at Tuscany Falls Golf Resort. R.S.V.P. (623) 374-3747. The breakfast is free, and the information is beneficial in learning more about the homeless youth in our area.
BRIGHTER DAY LUNCHEON
The New Life Center’s (N.L.C.) fundraising luncheon will be on Friday, November 6, from 12 noon-1:00 p.m. It will be held at the Renaissance Hotel, which is near the 101 freeway and West Glendale Ave. There is no charge, but you will have an opportunity to donate to the New Life Center. The signup sheet is in Souers Hall. We encourage anyone who has never attended before to do so this year. You will be greatly impressed by the stories told and the accomplishments of women who have been through the N.L.C. program. For more information, please call Carol O’Connor at (623) 399-6396.
MISSIONS
Feed My Starving Children will have an evening trip on Saturday, November 14. We will be carpooling from the church parking lot at 5:45 p.m. and returning about 10:00 p.m. Sign-up in Souers Hall to help pack nutritious Manna Pack meals for starving children around the world; these meals will make a huge difference in the lives of God’s children. Call Judy Anderson at (623) 386-7473 with any questions.
Colorado Mission Trip – The Mission Committee is sponsoring a mission trip to Colorado April 3-9, 2016. The purpose of the trip is to offer relief from the 2013 flood that damaged or destroyed about 7,000 homes. Experience is not required. The cost is $100 per person. This includes transportation by van and meals while at the mission site. Sign up in Souers Hall. There is information available to take home. For any questions, call Ron Anderson (623) 386-7473.
MEN’S FELLOWSHIP
Men’s Fellowship is doing a book study as part of their monthly breakfast fellowship meetings. The group will meet on Saturday, November 7, (the first Saturday of each month) in Souers Hall. We are reading “Wild at Heart” by John Eldredge. The book invites men to recover their masculine heart, defined in the image of a passionate God. Breakfast is served at 7:00 a.m., and the meeting follows. Please sign up in Souers Hall on Sundays to R.S.V.P. for the breakfast or to receive email updates about Men’s Fellowship. You may also contact Eric Jameson at [email protected] or Rob Gimbl at [email protected] for information.
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WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP
The Women’s Christian Service Fellowship is seeking nominations for the following officer positions: Vice President, Treasurer, and Member-at-Large. Each of the terms will begin on February 1, 2016 and run for one year with the exception of the Treasurer which runs for two years. Please submit all nominations to the Nominating Committee Chair, Lauren Byrd, by email: [email protected] or phone: (202) 957-2269 by November 15, 2015. Please note, only members of The Church at Litchfield Park can be nominated for the office of Treasurer.
Circle 5 will meet on Thursday, October 22, at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Chris Martin, 12813 W. Cercado Lane, Litchfield Park. Dortha Apland and Mary Cantrell will assist. Contact Chris at [email protected] or (623) 979-8503 for directions and to R.S.V.P. For more information about Circle 5 contact Marcy Clement at (602) 471-1395 or [email protected]. All women are welcome–come join us!
Circle 3 luncheon meeting will be at Gerre Arnolds’ home at 1069 Oro Vista, Litchfield Park on Wednesday, October 28, at 11:30 a.m. This is a salad luncheon. Guests with the last name beginning with A through M are asked to bring a salad; those whose last name begins with O through Z are asked to bring desserts. Please R.S.V.P. via e-mail to Diane Piehl at [email protected] or by phone to Gerre at (623) 935-0889 by October 26.
WOMEN’S RETREAT REUNION
W.C.S.F. is hosting a reunion for all women, especially for those who have participated in any previous “Sisterhood” retreat or who might be interested in the next one. The eighth annual women’s retreat is scheduled on April 22-23 at the Avondale Hilton Garden Inn/Homewood Suites. Come join us for refreshments as we reminisce, celebrate the Sisterhood, and make plans for the coming year’s retreat! We will meet Sunday, October 25, 1:00-3:00 p.m. in Souers Hall. If you plan to attend, sign up in Souers Hall or respond to Marcy Clement at (602) 471-1395 or [email protected] or to Chris Martin at (623) 979-8505 or [email protected].
PREACHING SCHEDULE
Oct 25 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.
Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.
Nov. 1 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.
Communion Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.
Nov. 8 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.
Worship Service Rev. Kerri Sandusky
Nov 15 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.
Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.
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Calendar for the Week of October 18, 2015
Today, 10/18/15 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) in nursery 9:15 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 9:15 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) in nursery 9:15 a.m. – PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 6 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) in nursery 10:45 a.m. – PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 6 10:45 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-2nd grades) in Classroom 3 10:45 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (3rd-5th grades) in Classroom 4 4:00 p.m. – ADRENALINE YOUTH CHOIR in Choir Room 5:00 p.m. – PULSE/IGNITE YOUTH GROUPS in Souers Hall 5:00 p.m. – CRAFTERS FELLOWSHIP in Zieske Hall 6:00 p.m. – BOY SCOUT TROOP 99
Monday, 10/19/15 12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
Tuesday, 10/20/15 10:00 a.m. – BIBLE STUDY in Souers Hall
12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
6:30 p.m. – COUNCIL MEETING in Zieske Hall
7:30 p.m. – BOARD MEETING in Zieske Hall BELL TOWER DEADLINE
Wednesday, 10/21/15 12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
4:30 p.m. – HEAVENLY HANDBELLS REHEARSAL in Sanctuary 4:30 p.m. – CLP CAFE in Souers Hall 4:30 p.m. – REC ROOM in Classroom 2 4:30 p.m. – CHIMIN’ IN in Fireside Room North 5:00 p.m. – NURSERY 5:00 p.m. – V.I.P. CHOIR REHEARSAL grades 2-5 in Fireside Room North 5:30 p.m. – JOYFUL NOISE grades K-1 in Classroom 6 6:00 p.m. – WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER in Souers Hall 6:30 p.m. – G.O. KIDS in Classroom 2 6:45 p.m. – ADULT BIBLE STUDY in Souers Hall 6:45 p.m. – CHANCEL CHOIR REHEARSAL in Choir Room 6:45 p.m. – CIRCLE 6 in Watt House
Thursday, 10/22/15 4:00 p.m. – RN RECOVERY GROUP in Watt House 6:30 p.m. – CIRCLE 5 off site 7:00 p.m. – CARILLON HANDBELL REHEARSAL in Sanctuary 7:00 p.m. – MISSIONS in Fireside Room North 7:30 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
Friday, 10/23/15 1:00 p.m. – WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP KNITTING/CROCHET GROUP in Zieske Hall 6:30 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
Saturday, 10/24/15 8:00 a.m. – WHEAT off site
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Sacrament of Baptism
Kali Lucille Wolfbrandt Parents: Nicholas & Kendall Wolfbrandt
Godparents: Zackery & Nicole Hons
Cover Photo ~ Alberto Hernandez
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: [email protected]
The Ministers of this Church are its members
Assisting them are:
Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr., Senior 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. ASSOCIATE PASTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Kerri Sandusky DIRECTOR OF MUSIC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Dr. Sue Kujawski ORGANIST/PIANIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Debra Weber LITURGIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Nancy Oreshack USHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. . . . . . . . . Jim & Nancy Montgomery, Judi Greer, Judi Pilliod 9:15 a.m. . . . . . . . .Stu & Mary Wilkening, Hank Tokarz, Sharon Kozak 10:45 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . Phil Easley, Joan Smith, Bob & Lynn Logue WELCOME BOOTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Don & Mary Morrison, Nana Hamlin ACOLYTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9:15 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rosa Wickersham, Jonah Pearson
