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The flowers on the chancel this morning are in loving memory of Landon David Butterfield - son of Erin and Deric Butterfield and grandson of Earl and Diana Johnson. Maridor Keck was able to walk this week without her walker... we praise God for the progress she has made and for God's healing power. For all those who helped decorate the Fellowship Hall for Christmas. The Wood County Minister's Alliance had a good meeting this week; our speaker was Police Chief Joe Martin .
Ministry of the Week: Beth Simpers, Fellowship
Person of the Week: Ms. Beverly Boggs, 603 18th Street, Vienna WV 26105
College Student of the Week: Merideth McClain, 79 Newton Avenue, #302, Morgantown, WV 26505
Missionary of the Week: Brent & Destiny Duncan, P.O. Box 80, Kijabe, 00220, Kenya. Email: [email protected]
Ministry of the Week: Strong Kids suppor ts the YMCA’s financial assistance program ensuring that all youth, adults, seniors and families can benefit from YMCA memberships and programs, such as child care, summer camp, swim lessons, and sports leagues regardless of their ability to pay.
Jack Arnett, Karen Cox's dad, has been put under hospice care. Prayers for the family are requested. (12/8)
James Bailey, cousin of Kim Matheny, is struggling with a kidney infection and seeking direction in his life.-11/24
Micah Bordas, daughter of Dorla Piggott, is requesting prayer for health issues. (12/1)
Cheryl Brannon is now in the Valley Center Care Facility in Charleston, WV. The address is: 1000 Lincoln Dr, South Charleston, WV 25309. The phone is: (304) 768-4400. (12/8)
Bob Byers is struggling with mobility and his daughter Anna is struggling; having some on-going tests. (11/24)
Kristen Casto is due December 9. (12/8)
Some church members are seeking employment, struggling with financial concerns and marriage issues.
Dan Decker will have hip surgery in Las Vegas Dec. 18.
Carolyn Duncan is working out the details for her pain management plan. (12/8)
December 8, 2019 “Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is
pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable— if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think
about such things.” Philippians 4:8
Announcements and Ministry Opportunities
Prelude “The Song of the Angels” David Enoch Call to Worship See Insert for Lyrics
“Make Room” “O Come, All Ye Faithful” v. 1
Musical Meditation David Enoch Introit “Emmanuel” Chancel Choir Lighting of the Advent Candle of Hope
*Responsive Reading - Psalm 91 Christa Raitz
Leader: “I will exalt you, my God the King; I will praise your name for ever and ever.”
People: “Every day I will praise you and extol your name for ever and ever.”
Leader: “Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom.”
People: “One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts.”
Leader: “They speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty—and I will meditate on your wonderful works.”
People: “They tell of the power of your awesome works—and I will proclaim your great deeds.”
Leader: “They celebrate your abundant goodness and joyfully sing of your righteousness.”
*Hymn of Praise No. 131
“Angels, from the Realms of Glory”
*Opening Prayer/Lord’s Prayer Christa Raitz
*Greeting One Another
Children’s Moment Keith Schoenhut
Ministry Moment The Marriage Course
Offertory The Hope of Christmas Video
*Doxology
*Prayer of Dedication Christa Raitz
Praises and Testimonies to God’s Faithfulness
Call to Prayer No. 141 “O Little Town of Bethlehem”
By: Lewis Henry Redner | Phillips Brooks
Verse 4: O holy Child of Bethlehem! Descend to us, we pray;
Cast out our sin, and enter in; Be born in us today. We hear the Christmas angels,
The great glad tidings tell; O come to us, abide with us, Our Lord Emmanuel.
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Pastoral Prayer Pastor Kurt Busiek Anthem “Waiting for the Promise” Chancel Choir; Katelyn Hess, Flute Sermon Scripture: (page 1830 in Pew Bible) Philippians 4: 8-9
Message Pastor Kurt Busiek “Focused on the Hope of Christmas”
*Hymn of Commitment No. 141
“O Little Town of Bethlehem” vv. 1-3
Benediction “God Be With You ‘Til We Meet Again”
*Postlude “O Blessed-Emmanuel” David Enoch
As you leave, greet one person you do not know.
Prayer Ministers are available in the Parlor.
*All able, please stand
Linda Farrow, Barbara Ott's sister, is doing chemo treatments. (11/24)
Levi Gainer has a new address: Michael Levi Gainer #3621016, Pruntytown Correctional Center, P.O. Box 159, Grafton, WV 26354. Remember: NO CARDS are permitted only notes or letters. (11/24)
Jason George, Jennifer Beaver's brother, will have immunotherapy for his bladder cancer through mid January.
Betsy Jefferson continues to fight infection and may have surgery next year. (11/24)
Tammy Reynolds Kelley had radiation treatments in Columbus this week. (12/8)
Danny Kirby, nephew of Jim and Pat Sayre, is recovering from throat cancer surgery in FL. (12/1)
Linda Mason, Lu McVay's cousin, is recovering from a bad fall. (11/24)
Maria McKinney is managing her diabetes at home. (11/24)
Barb Nichols, on-going pain management as she heals from a cracked pelvis. (9/15)
Pray for our college students who are away from home, studying and seeking God's will for their life and vocation.
Tara Settle, teacher at McKinley, is having on-going chemo to address a brain tumor. (11/24)
Irvin Talkington, a 4-wheeling friend of Buck Johnson and Frank Dotson, has been diagnosed with Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma. (11/17)
Robin Barton Thompson is healing from fractures in both of her feet. (11/24)
Beverly Walkup is having on-going tests and treatment.
Sheila Waybright, friend of Diane Huffman, will have cancer surgery Wednesday, December 18. (12/8)
Brenda Wheeler is recovering from knee replacement surgery. (12/8)
Richard Wons had surgery last week to address a blood clot. (12/8)
The family and friends of Bob Scott, a friend of Blaine Hess / former band director at Capital High School.
The family and friends of Dakota James Miller, Jean Farrah's caretaker's son was killed in a car accident in Williamstown.
1710 23rd Street ~ Parkersburg, WV 26101 Phone: (304)-485-5171 ~ Fax: (304)-485-5194
If you’re a Guest at Emmanuel, we want to
welcome you to our church.
If you would like to know more about Emmanuel or if you have questions about the Christian faith, fill out a white pew card and place it in the offering plate. There is a green guest bag at the Guest Table in the narthex for our guests and there will be a greeter available at the Guest Table after the service to assist you. If you continue to attend Emmanuel, we will invite you to attend one of our quarterly guest lunches where you can meet our staff and learn more about our ministry. If you have questions, please contact our Guest Coordinator, Barb Kirsch (304.482.2942 or [email protected]) or Pastor Kurt Busiek (304.485.5171 or [email protected]).
General Fund $6,975.66 Missions 819.26 Maint. Fund 159.08 Total $7,954.00
Designated Funds: Building Fund $ 630.00 Necessity Closet 300.00 Benevolence Fund 596.56 Weirton Christian Center 39.00 RMMO 915.00 Thanksgiving Offering 160.00 NYC Choir Trip 930.00
The 2019 Christmas Special Offering will be designated 1/2 to the Benevolence Help Fund and 1/2 to the Herman James Meal Ministry.
Sunday School 97 8:30 a.m. Service 33 10:45 a.m. Service 180
Today - December 8 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Worship Services 9:30 a.m. LIFE Class - The Faith of the Shepherds 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 12:00 p.m. Celebration Ringers Lunch & Rehearsal in the Conference Room 2:00 p.m. Christmas Presentation Rehearsal 6:00 p.m. Youth Life Group at Nate McPeak’s House Monday–December 9 12:00 p.m. Women’s Bible Study in the Conference Room Tuesday-December 10 10:00 a.m. Bible Study in the Parlor – Forgive One Another 10:00 a.m. Necessity Closet open until Noon 11:00 a.m. Tuesday Fellowship (meet in parking lot) 11:30 a.m. Tuesday Fellowship starts at The Blennerhassett 6:00 p.m. DivorceCare in the Parlor Wednesday-December 11 10:00 a.m. Staff Meeting in the Office 5:00 p.m. Dinner (Menu: Spaghetti, Salad, Garlic Bread and Dessert) 6:00 p.m. Bible Study - The Faith of the Shepherds / Quarterly Business Meeting, Youth, Choir, AWANA Christmas Party Thursday-December 12 10:30 a.m. Combating Addiction with Grace in the Parlor Friday-December 13 11:00 a.m. Senior-cize in the Parlor Saturday-December 14 9:00 a.m. Christmas Presentation Dress Rehearsal and Celebration Ringers
Dec. 8 Kevin Carpenter 10 Matthew Brooks 12 Carlene Cox 13 Melissa Davis, Karly Hunt 14 Mary Thomas 15 Bob Butler, Michele Johnston, Merideth McClain
Ushers: 8:30 a.m. Evan Frees and Carl Sizemore 10:45 a.m. - Ray Lusk, Bill Holbert, Brian Raitz,
John Shreeves, Keith Wharton
Greeter: Barb Kirsch and Carolyn Holbert
Sunday School Greeters: Fred & Debbie Fenton
Today ~ Westbrook Group Next Week ~ Union Valley Baptist Church
Today ~ Rich & Donna Shawver
Ring/Sing Practice - Kindergarten through 5th graders will be using the last 15 minutes of children’s worship each week to practice for the Christmas presentation on Sunday, Dec. 15. Please join us if your child would like to participate.
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) next meeting is Tuesday, December 17 at 9:00 a.m. Check with Christa Raitz if you are interested.
Children’s Christmas Party - The Children’s Christmas party will be Wednesday, December 11 at 6:00 p.m.
Youth Life Group - The next meeting of the Youth Life Group is December 8 at 6:00 p.m. at Nate McPeak’s house.
Westbrook & Carehaven Christmas Projects Update - All of the Westbrook and Carehaven client ornaments have been taken. Thank you for your help with these important projects. Please have your gifts back to church (with the ornament attached) by Sunday, December 15.
Weirton Christian Center Christmas Offering - To support Weirton Christian Center, we will take up a retiring offering after service today. Any items that you have already brought in will be delivered.
Christmas Dinner - Our Emmanuel Christmas Dinner will be on Wednesday, December 18 at 6:00 p.m. The menu will be: Ham & Chicken Roll Ups, Potato Casserole, Vegetable Medley, Salad and Dessert. Sign up in today’s bulletin!
Christmas Cards - We have Christmas cards, made by Rhonda Johnston and her crafting crew, in the Narthex that will be sent to our homebound, assisted living and out-of-town members. Please take time to sign and write a small note to help brighten their day. These cards will be mailed on Thursday, December 19.
The Marriage Course - Save the dates! The Marriage Course will be starting February 2, 2020 from 6-8 pm for 7 consecutive Fridays. Prayerfully consider attending or volunteering! Stay tuned… more details will be provided in the coming bulletins.
Women’s Bible Study - WBS will study the Max Lucado book titled “Because of Bethlehem” during December. On December 20, they will have Christmas lunch at Cracker Barrel at 11:30 a.m. before delivering gifts to Cedar Grove.
Free Christmas Dinner - First Presbyterian Church, 1341 Juliana Street, Parkersburg, will host a Mid-Ohio Valley Christmas Day Dinner from Noon to 2:30 p.m. Contact them by Thursday, Dec. 19 to volunteer, request a meal, to donate or ask questions. Call (304)-422-5426 or email [email protected].
Christmas Caroling - We are going caroling on Sunday, December 22 and would love for you to join us. We will start with a lunch in the Conference Room immediately after the 10:45 service. After lunch we will divide up into groups and each group will visit a list of people and bring a little Christmas cheer. Please sign up in today’s bulletin!
Ministry Event Reminders for December Sundays of Advent: Dec. 1, 8, 15 and 22 Sunday, Dec. 15: Choir Christmas Presentation Wednesday, Dec. 18: Christmas Dinner at 6:00 Thursday, Dec. 19: Vandy Christmas Concert at 5:00pm Sunday, Dec. 22: Christmas Caroling, Lunch at Noon, Caroling immediately after lunch. Monday, Dec. 23: Christmas Party for the Gustke
Shelter Clients in the Fellowship Hall, 11 am-3 pm Tuesday, Dec. 24: Christmas Eve at 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 25: Free Christmas Dinner at First Presbyterian Church, 1341 Juliana Street
Quarterly Business Meeting - The Quarterly Business Meeting will be Wednesday, December 11 at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel. Please let Jane Hulce or the Office know if you have questions or comments to be addressed at this meeting.
Tuesday Fellowship - For those that have signed up, we will be leaving the church parking lot on December 10 promptly at 11:00 am to car pool to the Blennerhassett Hotel or you may drive yourself to the hotel. Our luncheon is in the 2nd floor dining room at 11:30 a.m. Each person will pay $12 and Tuesday Fellowship will pick up the balance, including gratuity.
Annual Reports - The Annual Reports are due by Monday, December 16. Address and phone number changes are also needed for the directory, which is included in this report, so please let the Church Office know if your address or phone number has changed. Board of Ministry members, Sunday School classes, staff, circles, choirs, EBWM, etc., should turn in Annual Reports to Terri Fielder (terri@ebcwv).
EBC House Band forming! Do you or did you ever play an instrument? Plans are in the works to form an ensemble who will play at an upcoming inter-generational event in February. Conductor Will Cosby will provide the music. Interested players may register on the insert in today’s bulletin or register at the Ministry Table in the narthex.
