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First Parish Church, Congregational On the Village Green
Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts
Rev. John G. Hughes, II, Senior Pastor
Donald R. Dunn, Director of Music-Organist
Priscilla Duda, Christian Ministry Coordinator
Emelia Attridge, Youth Director
Tyler Duda, Sexton
Church office: 978-526-7661 ext. 1
www.firstparishchurch.org
MORNING WORSHIP SERVICE
Sunday, May 31, 2015, 10:00 a.m.
Trinity Sunday
ORGAN PRELUDE: Prelude on Hymn-tune “Tender Thought”
(Lord, Thou Hast Searched Me)
Setting by Charles Callahan (b.1951)
ANNOUNCEMENTS
*[Please stand for the lighting of the candles]
CALL TO WORSHIP
*HYMN: “All Things Bright and Beautiful” NCH #31
PRAYER OF INVOCATION
*THE LORD'S PRAYER (trespasses) 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 trespasses as we
forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom, the power and the glory forever. Amen.
*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
SCRIPTURE READING: John 3:1-17
ANTHEM: “Sanctus” from Messe Solonnelle
(Holy, Holy, Holy” from Saint Cecilia Mass)
Charles Gounod (1818-1893)
Rebecca Shrimpton, soprano
Sanctus Dominus, Holy Lord God Almighty,
Sanctus Deus Sabaoth, Holy Lord God of Sabaoth,
Pleni sunt coeli et terra gloria tua. Heaven and earth are full of thy Glory.
Hosanna in excelis. Hosanna in the highest.
Amen. Amen.
MORNING PRAYER
CONGREGATION’S JOYS AND CONCERNS
SILENT PRAYER-PASTORAL PRAYER-CHORAL RESPONSE
*HYMN: “Holy, Holy, Holy” NCH #277
SERMON: “US” Rev. Donna Spencer Collins
MOMENT OF MEDITATION
OFFERTORY SENTENCE
OFFERTORY ANTHEM: “Behold Now, Praise the Lord”
Everett Titcomb (1884-1968)
Behold now, praise the Lord,
All ye servants of the Lord.
Ye that by night stand in the house of the Lord,
Even in the courts of the house of our God.
Lift up your hands in the sanctuary and praise the Lord.
*DOXOLOGY Praise God from whom all blessings flow, Praise God all creatures here below,
Praise God above ye heavenly host, Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*HYMN: “Blessed Assurance” NCH #473
*[The “Removal of the Flame”]
BENEDICTION
CHORAL RESPONSE
ORGAN POSTLUDE: “Trumpet Tune”
(adapted from Jean-Baptiste Lully, 1632-1687)
Gordon Young (1919-1998)
* * * * *
Listening devices are available for those in need; they are at the back of
the Sanctuary. Feel free to address a Deacon should you need help using
them.
Guest Minister Rev. Donna Spencer Collins
What does the Phoenix Rising logo symbolize? In the
collective memory of the people of Haverhill is the “great
conflagration” in February 1882. The fire destroyed large
shoe factories and other businesses which were the heart of
the cities livelihood rich and poor. Undaunted the people of Haverhill
rallied and the area was redeveloped and named it phoenix row.
The First Congregational Church, New Church Start Steering
Committee, resonated with this story. The old church building had been
sold and the congregation scattered, leaving a small remnant to
reimagine “A New Church for a New Haverhill”. In one of the meetings
while kicking around different ideas for a new name, Rev. Wendy
Vanderhart had an “Aha” moment and reminded everyone of the hymn
“In the Midst of New Dimensions” and the line of the song that reads,
“May your blazing Phoenix Spirit resurrect the Church Again…” In that
moment it was agreed by all the new name of the church would be called
Phoenix Rising United Church of Christ.
Donna Spencer Collins was asked to design the logo. It is both a
hand lifted in praise and an image of the Phoenix Rising Spirit of
resurrection. First Congregational Church Haverhill embarked on a
unique search and call process in 2009 seeking a person with new
church start experience, someone dedicated to the United Church of
Christ and all for which it stands. Reverend Donna Spencer Collins was
called in May 2014. To learn more about Phoenix Rising UCC you can
go to the website. www.phoenixrisingucc.org
The greeters and lay readers are The Peterson Driscoll Family, Paul,
Nancy, Megan and Sam.
The Deacons are John Feuerbach and Christiane Alsop.
Readers and Greeters are always needed, contact the office or talk to the
Deacons.
After the service join us in the front of the church for hospitality.
Welcome to all who are new to our worship. To join our mailing list fill
out a “Welcome Card” to place in the collection plate or contact
[email protected] , 978-526-7661 ext 1.
Today following worship, at the Chapel, Soup &
Conversation. Vin Terrill, Henry Lapham and George
Nickless visit with us and share the history of the FPC
Steeple and clock – We hope that many of you will join
us and learn how truly special the upper section of our
beautiful church is!
We will hold a Church Cleanup Day on
Saturday, June 13 beginning at 9 AM.
Volunteers are welcome to join whenever
they can spare an hour or more to make
our church shine. Volunteers will be
received with coffee, donuts and grateful
smiles.
Women's’ Fellowship save the date
Monday, June 8 at 6:00 PM at Lauren Gudonis’
home. Please meet at 5:45 in the chapel parking
lot. We will carpool; as parking is limited. All women are
welcome. Feel free to bring an appetizer or dessert, if you would like.
Call Marilyn Hughes or Mary Ellen Cook with any questions.
Worship at Tuck’s Point
Sunday, June 14 at 10 AM
Following the service lunch will be available and you
are welcome to join in a game of kickball!
Join the Seaside Parish Knitter we meet alternating
Thursday afternoons in the Conference Room of the
Chapel. 3-5 PM, June 11 and 25
Please join us June 1, 2015 at Mary Ellen Cook’s home at 23
Harold Street. The book that we are reading this month is
“Caleb’s Crossing”. We meet at 7:00 PM and again all are
welcome!
Each Wednesday Evening
An Hour of Tranquility
in our sanctuary 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
As a way of giving back to the community, we open our
candlelit sanctuary for anyone seeking a place of
tranquility to enjoy peaceful music and private meditation.
All faiths are welcome to join in this space.
MY STORY-The "My Story" segment of the service will continue in
the fall. Thank you to the 28 participants since October! We have
enjoyed your stories. If you have not shared yet, hope to hear you in the
fall...
ATTENDANCE Church 55
FLOWERS FOR THE ALTAR Please call Penny Lapham at 978-526-
7128, by Monday to be included in the following Sunday’s bulletin.
Wanted: a creative, friendly, energetic person to
lead programs for middle and high school
students
Candidates should:
Relate to youth of today
Run programs that are educational, spiritually
rewarding, and engaging
Welcome, value and support youth
Help youth build faith through inspiration and encouragement
Build a strong community among our youth
While being comfortable within a religious organization, have strong
communication, and organization skills. Begins August/September
Read the full job description on our website
Resumes can be submitted to [email protected] or mailed to
P.O. Box 187, Manchester, MA, 01944
FIRST PARISH CHURCH CONGREGATIONAL
United Church of Christ
Manchester-by-the-Sea, Massachusetts
WARRANT FOR ANNUAL MEETING
June 7, 2015
TO: Active Members of the First Parish Church, Congregational, United
Church of Christ, Manchester-By-The-Sea, Massachusetts.
You are hereby notified to meet in the Church immediately following
Worship Service on Sunday, June 7, 2015 for the following purposes:
To wit:
ARTICLE I: To accept the report of the Annual Meeting held on June 1,
2014.
ARTICLE II: To hear the recommendations of the Nominating
Committee and to elect officers, board and committee members
of the Church.
ARTICLE III: To hear and act upon the reports of officers, boards,
committees, and organizations connected with the church.
ARTICLE IV: To hear and act upon the recommendation of the Church
Council that the regular Sunday Service from July 5 to August
30 inclusive, shall start at 9:00 a.m.
ARTICLE V: To hear and act upon any other business that may come
before the meeting.
George A Nickless, Clerk
CHILD CARE WILL BE AVAILABLE AT THE CHAPEL
DURING CHURCH SERVICE AND FOR THE ANNUAL
MEETING
Upcoming events can be found on our website
(www.firstparishchurch.org ) under “News” and “Calendar” and on our
Facebook page (First Parish Manchester-by-the-Sea) under “Events”
Monday
8:00 AM Exercise
7:30 PM Manchester Singers
Wednesday
8:00 AM Exercise
10:00 AM COA Yoga
6:30 PM Hour of Tranquility
7:30 PM Choir Rehearsal
Thursday
10:00 AM Health Clinic
Friday
8:00 AM Yoga
Sunday
10:00 AM Worship