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The flowers on the chancel this morning are given in loving memory of Debby Jamision by Tommy, Tim, Mallory, Dylan and Billie Jamison. Will Cosby’s Blennerhassett Middle School Concert Band will be the honor band at the State Teachers’ music conference this year. Logan Ezell, Steve and Ginny Altmiller’s grandson, was baptized Wednesday. The Emmanuel choir and friends had a great trip to NY where they were part of an inspiring choral concert at Carnegie Hall. Kevin Carpenter ran and finished the Columbus Half Marathon.
Ministry of the Week: Barb Kirsch, Visitation Team
Person of the Week: Edelene Wood, 3301 Hemlock Avenue, Parkersburg, WV 26104-1709
College Student of the Week: Tristen Beha, 165 Amanda Lane, Parkersburg, WV 26104
Missionary of the Week: Dr. Anita & Rick Gutierrez, P.O. Box 25295, Gateway 4321, South Africa (postage $1.15)email: [email protected]
Ministry Partner of the Week: Prayer Partner Ministry at Emmanuel - The goal of the Prayer Partner Ministry is to make sure everyone has regular contact with one other person in our church. If you'd like to know more, sign a pew card. Also, let us know if have a prayer partner.
Ed Beary, Elizabeth Beary's father in law, is at Eagle Pointe. (2/23)
Betty Canterbury is having cancer tests that may require surgery. (2/16)
Some church members are seeking employment, struggling with financial concerns and marriage issues.
Vicy Copley, Janet Sam’s mother, is being treated for a mini-stroke. (2/16)
Carlene Cox will have ankle tendon surgery on Feb. 26 followed by 6 weeks of rehab. (1/26)
Carolyn Duncan’s father has leukemia and she’s a possible donor. Carolyn is dealing with on-going medical and pain management issues. (2/23)
Nancy Duty is recovering at CC from artery surgery. Prayers are needed. (2/23)
February 23, 2020 “We Learn Respect in the Home”
“Then Jesus went down to Nazareth with them and was obedient to them. But his mother treasured all these things in her heart. And Jesus grew in wisdom and stature, and in
favor with God and man.” Luke 2: 51-52
Announcements and Ministry Opportunities
Prelude “Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus” David Enoch
Call to Worship See Insert for Lyrics “Your Glory”
“Holy, Holy, Holy”
Musical Meditation Choral Introit “Praise the Lord in His Holy Temple” Chancel Choir
*Responsive Reading - Psalm 4 Rich Shawver
Leader: “Answer me when I call to you, my righteous God. Give me relief from my distress; have mercy on me and hear my prayer.”
People: “How long will you people turn my glory into shame? How long will you love delusions and seek false gods? Know that the Lord has set apart his faithful servant for himself; the Lord hears when I call to him.”
Leader: “Tremble and do not sin; when you are on your beds, search your hearts and be silent.”
People: “Offer the sacrifices of the righteous and trust in the Lord.”
Leader: “Many, Lord, are asking, “Who will bring us prosperity?” Let the light of your face shine on us.”
People: “Fill my heart with joy when their grain and new wine abound.”
Leader: “In peace I will lie down and sleep, for you alone, Lord, make me dwell in safety.”
*Hymn of Praise No. 97 “All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name”
*Opening Prayer/Lord’s Prayer Rich Shawver
*Greeting One Another
Children’s Moment Courtney Johnson
Ministry Moment GriefShare and Prayer Partners
Offertory NYC Choir Trip Review
*Doxology
*Prayer of Dedication Rich Shawver
Praises and Testimonies to God’s Faithfulness
Call to Prayer No. 101 “His Name is Wonderful”
By: Audrey Mieir
His name is Wonderful, His name is Wonderful, His name is Wonderful, Jesus my Lord;
He is the mighty King, master of everything, His name is Wonderful, Jesus my Lord.
He's the Great Shepherd, the rock of all ages, Almighty God is He;
Bow down before Him, Love and adore Him, His name is Wonderful, Jesus my Lord.
© 1959 Audrey Mieir. Renewed 1987 Manna Music, Inc. Used by permission CCLI #796382
Pastoral Prayer Pastor Kurt Busiek
Anthem “Lord Jesus, Think On Me ” Chancel Choir
Sermon Scripture: (pages 1592-93 in Pew Bible) Luke 2: 41-52
Message: “Family Respect, Authority & Discipline” Pastor Kurt Busiek
*Hymn of Commitment No. 366 “I Surrender All”
Benediction “God Be With You ‘Til We Meet Again”
*Postlude “Immortal, Invisble” David Enoch
As you leave, greet one person you do not know.
Prayer Ministers are available in the Parlor.
*All able, please stand
Evan Frees has been diagnosed with prostate cancer; looking at treatment options. (2/16)
Jason George, Jennifer Beaver’s brother in CO, is recovering from bladder cancer surgery. He will have a follow up scan in May. (2/23)
Shirley Huffman is recovering at home. (2/9)
Betsy Jefferson is recovering from surgery she had at Cleveland Clinic last week. (2/23)
Jack Kirsch is recovering at home. (2/9)
Teresa Lister, friend of Dale Lowther, in Lubeck, has important medical decisions to make. (2/9)
Pam Robinson, friend of Judy Florence, is battling cancer.
Dan Ruckman, brother-in-law of Gary and Sharon Beall and Jo Ann Boggs, is recovering from an aortic aneurysm procedure. He is looking at a long recovery. (2/16)
Chuck Stutler, friend of Kim Matheny, is recovering from abdominal surgery; on-going pain management. (2/23)
Bud Varner, Debbie Fenton's brother, is struggling with confusion at Eagle Pointe. (2/9)
Susan Williams, a friend of Jean Farley Nordek, is recovering from cancer surgery. (2/2)
Cheryl Winkler is recovering at home with new blood pressure meds. (2/16)
Clara Howard at the passing of her daughter, Brenda Headley in FL. Clara’s address is 1510– 19th Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101.
Don and Debby (Grose) Auch at the passing of their daughter, Sarah Smith-33.
Beverly Walkup at the passing of Timothy C. Armentrout. Tim is Beverly’s grandson's father-in-law....Bev’s address is 2406 Kennedy Avenue, Parkersburg, WV 26104.
Leslie Simms is providing support for her friends and co-workers at WVU-P at the passing of their co-worker David Shutts.
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We have a new address for Bill Ott in SC:
Bill Ott Mount Pleasant Gardens 1025 Hungryneck Blvd. Mt. Pleasant, SC 29464
1710 23rd Street ~ Parkersburg, WV 26101 Phone: (304)-485-5171 ~ Fax: (304)-485-5194
Website: www.ebcwv.com ~ Email: [email protected]
Please switch off your cell phones and any other electronic devices and alarms.
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 $3,769.90 Missions 442.76 Maint. Fund 85.97 Total $4,298.63
Designated Funds: Building Fund $50.00 Memorials 225.00 Benevolence Fund 20.00 Necessity Closet 20.00
Next Sunday we collect a special offering for the Benevolence Fund
Please use the following link for on-line giving through Pushpay:
https://pushpay.com/g/ebcwvparkersburg
If you give to Emmanuel on-line or by bank draft, a giving card can be found in the pew rack that
you can use during our church offerings.
Sunday Schoo 86 8:30 a.m. Service 23 10:45 a.m. Service 145
Today - February 23 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Worship Services 9:30 a.m. LIFE Class - Believe Series– Identity in Christ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages 12:00 p.m. Chili Cook-Off and Potato Bar in Fellowship Hall 1:30 p.m. Celebration Ringers 6:00 p.m. Youth Life Group at Nate McPeak’s House Monday–February 24 1:15 p.m. Women’s Bible Study to Cedar Grove 6:30 p.m. Children’s Team Meeting in the Office Tuesday-February 25 10:00 a.m. Necessity Closet Open Until Noon 10:00 a.m. Bible Study in the Parlor - Gospel Foundations: God Gives His People the Promised Land 6:00 p.m. Divorce Care in the Parlor Wednesday-February 26 ~ Ash Wednesday 10:00 a.m. Staff Meeting in the Office 5:00 p.m. Dinner (Menu: Beef Stew, Corn Bread/Biscuits, Salad and Dessert) 6:00 p.m. Bible Study in the Parlor – Authority and Respect in 2020 America, Choir, Youth, Awana, Grief Share 7:30 p.m. Capital Team Meeting in the Conference Room Thursday-February 27 Friday-February 28 11:00 a.m. Senior-Cize in the Parlor 6:00 p.m. Marriage Course in the Conference Room
Feb. 23 Kristen Casto, Diane Hays 24 Audrey Beary, Beverly Boggs, Matthew Lewis, Jonah Schoenhut 26 Susan Thornton 27 Ellie Raitz, Connie Perry 29 Andy Swearingen March 1 Dave Bollinger, Jim Ross, Noah Wince
Ushers: 8:30 a.m. Evan Frees and Carl Sizemore 10:45 a.m. - Ray Lusk, Bill Holbert, Brian Raitz, John Shreeves
Greeters: Deanie Kendall and Sue McCue
Sunday School Greeters: Fred & Debbie Fenton
Today ~ Union Valley Baptist Church Next Week ~ Lusk Team
Today ~ David and Janet Sams
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) next meeting is Tuesday, March 3 at 9:00 a.m. Check with Christa Raitz if you are interested.
Youth Life Group - The Youth Life Group will meet today at 6:00 p.m. at Nate McPeak’s house.
February Donations for House to Home - Winter is a critical time for the services offered by House to Home. If you are able to bring any of the following it will help: styrofoam cups, plastic forks and spoons, paper plates, paper towels, toilet paper, coffee creamer, sugar, large round coffee filters, laundry detergent, ramen noodles, soups or beans in pop-top cans, men's shoes, blankets, pillows, sheets and pots and pans.
Chili Cook-Off and Potato Bar - Our first annual church-wide chili cook-off is simmering in the kitchen right now and will take place after the 10:45 a.m. service. Hope you can stop by, have some chili and potatoes and vote for your favorite chili recipe!
Bronzefest Handbell Festival - The Mid-Ohio Valley Ringers will be hosting Bronzefest, a Biennial Handbell Festival is today at 4:00 p.m. at Wayside United Methodist Church in Vienna. This festival will include six choirs from Michigan and Ohio, as well as our own Mid-Ohio Valley Ringers. The conductor for this event, Fred Gramann, serves as Director of Music at the American Church in Paris, France. Our own John Nicholson will be ringing in this event.
Wednesday Hall Monitors - We are looking for a few people to volunteer as Hall Monitors on Wednesday evenings at the church from 6-7:30 p.m. to help process people during Awana, Choir, GriefShare, etc. See Pastor Kurt if you are interested.
GriefShare - GriefShare will start a new session on Wednesday, February 26 at 6:00 p.m. GriefShare is a 13 week Bible-based support group designed for those who are experiencing grief. Grief is generally connected to a death but many life events can lead to grief: death of a loved one, loss of a job, change of residence, retirement, etc. Gail Samolitis will be leading Grief Share. If you are interested in attending, please call Gail at (304)-588-7632 or call the office.
Recycling at Emmanuel - Everyone around the church should be aware that we are now recycling paper, plastic (#1 and #2), glass and cans. There is a recycle bin in the office for paper and cardboard and there are multiple bins outside the breezeway door in the Fellowship Hall.
Scholarship Girl Program - The ABW of WV offers a scholarship program for graduating high school seniors and college students. The scholarship application packet and all necessary information can be found online at https://www.wvbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/03/ SCHOLARSHIP-APPLICATIONS-2019.pdf. Deadline to enter is March 1.
Women’s Camp 2020 - Emmanuel Ladies, are you ready for a weekend away in one of West Virginia’s beautiful “spa resorts”? Women’s Camp 2020 at Camp Cowen will be held March 27-29, 2020 and will be filled with Bible study, worship, fellowship and laughs. The $45 cost also includes gourmet Camp Cowen meals served in a waterfront dining atmosphere; rustic cabin accommodations; a soft T-shirt; and breathtaking, self guided, nature walks. You will return home feeling rejuvenated in your faith and spirit. Registration forms are available on the Ministry Table. Preregistration forms are due March 13, 2020. Scholarships are available. Contact Dee Lallemont at (304) 482-2976 for questions or to let her know you can make it.
The Marriage Course - The Marriage Course has started and will run on consecutive Fridays ending March 20. Call Eileen Mayer if you have any questions at (304)-834-2563. Please keep this important ministry in your prayers.
Women’s Bible Study - The Women’s Bible Study is studying the book “Anxious for Nothing” by Max Lucado. They typically meet Monday at noon in the Conference Room if you would like to join them.
Current Sunday School Class Offerings Keith and Eileen Mayer are offering a five week study based on the book “Anxious for Nothing” by Max Lucado - Second floor. Crusaders - Joshua—Second floor Encouragers - John—Second floor Seekers - Judges—Second floor Conquerors - Mark/Colossians—Second floor LIFE - The Basics—Church Parlor Harvesters - Journeys Study—Old Choir Room
Stay Updated - If you would like to receive an email of our weekly prayer list, the Pastor's weekly E mmanuel update or our Newsletter, please call the church office or email: [email protected].
