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“Founded in 1924 in the belief that there is more that binds us together than separates us in the worship of God.”

5.24.2020

C2 SERVICE (COMMUNITY HALL) 8:30 A.M.

SANCTUARY SERVICE 10:00 A.M.

WELCOME

Recognizing the wide welcome offered to all through Jesus Christ, Community Church opens its arms to all. We strive to offer Christ’s wide welcome to all people, regardless of creed, age, race, or sexual identity.

We invite you to join our congregation in worship and in membership, as we allow our lives to be shaped by the loving outreach of Christ.

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*Please rise in body or spirit. Bold text indicates congregational participation.

Our service is live-streamed via internet, capturing the chancel & the congregation and may appear on social media.

THE GATHERING OF THE PEOPLE

PRELUDE “Prayer from Christ ascending towards his Father” from L’Ascension Olivier Messiaen Andrew R. Galuska, organ

BRINGING IN THE LIGHT Rev. Elizabeth B. Johnson

COMMUNITY WORDS Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland

CHIMING OF THE HOUR

CALL TO WORSHIP AND OPENING PRAYER Rev. Elizabeth B. Johnson *OPENING HYMN “All Hail the Power of Jesus Name” CORONATION

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*LITANY Lester Coker

One: Let us gather in thanks for God’s many gifts to us. All: We receive breath and spirit, hope and love. One: Let us gather in gratitude to one another. All: We remember those who gave their lives for us, as well as and those who live their lives in

service of others. One: Blessing and memory weave together and our hearts open in prayer. Let us pray.

*UNISON PRAYER

God you are our dwelling place in all generations. Just as Christ has ascended to be at home with you, we are at home in you as we worship. This morning we ask your special presence in our midst as we gather once again at home to be a church, offering to one another hospitality and stability in the midst of this overwhelming time. We pray that your Holy Spirit would fill us with courage and strength to serve in your name. Amen

*GLORIA PATRI

*PASSING OF THE PEACE Rev. Elizabeth B. Johnson

ATTENDING TO GOD’S WORD

ANTIPHONAL READING FROM THE PSALTER Clergy, Cantor, and Congregation

Antiphon: Congregation may join the cantor in singing the antiphon.

Psalm 23 ANDREW R. GALUSKA

Cantor and Congregation One: The LORD is my shepherd, I want for nothing; Even though I walk through the valley of the shadow of

death, I will not be afraid for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. Cantor and Congregation One: You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies; you anoint my head with oil, my cup

overflows. Cantor and Congregation One: Surely goodness and mercy will follow me all the days of my life; and I will dwell in the house of the

LORD forever.

Cantor and Congregation

RESPONSE One: May God who brings life out of death and hope from despair, give us life today. All: Amen

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READING FROM THE EPISTLES Rev. Elizabeth B. Johnson

One: Come to the scripture and rejoice in the glory of God. All: Hearing these words God’s glory rests on us.

Ephesians 1:15-23

I have heard of your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love toward all the saints, and for this reason I do not cease to give thanks for you as I remember you in my prayers. I pray that the God of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of glory, may give you a spirit of wisdom and revelation as you come to know him, so that, with the eyes of your heart enlightened, you may know what is the hope to which he has called you, what are the riches of his glorious inheritance among the saints, and what is the immeasurable greatness of his power for us who believe, according to the working of his great power.

God put this power to work in Christ when he raised him from the dead and seated him at his right hand in the heavenly places, far above all rule and authority and power and dominion, and above every name that is named, not only in this age but also in the age to come. And he has put all things under his feet and has made him the head over all things for the church, which is his body, the fullness of him who fills all in all.

RESPONSE

One: These words are a guide for our lives. All: And a blessing on the journey.

*HYMN OF DEVOTION “Blessed Assurance” ASSURANCE

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READING FROM THE ACTS OF THE APOSTLES Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland

One: Hear the account of Jesus, who has ascended to God’s presence. All: We join with his disciples to tell of his power and love.

Acts 1:1-11

In the first book, Theophilus, I wrote about all that Jesus did and taught from the beginning until the day when he was taken up to heaven, after giving instructions through the Holy Spirit to the apostles whom he had chosen. After his suffering he presented himself alive to them by many convincing proofs, appearing to them during forty days and speaking about the kingdom of God.

While staying with them, he ordered them not to leave Jerusalem, but to wait there for the promise of the Father. "This," he said, "is what you have heard from me; for John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit not many days from now." So when they had come together, they asked him, "Lord, is this the time when you will restore the kingdom to Israel?" He replied, "It is not for you to know the times or periods that the Father has set by his own authority. But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth."

When he had said this, as they were watching, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him out of their sight. While he was going and they were gazing up toward heaven, suddenly two men in white robes stood by them. They said, "Men of Galilee, why do you stand looking up toward heaven? This Jesus, who has been taken up from you into heaven, will come in the same way as you saw him go into heaven."

RESPONSE One: We turn our gaze from heaven to the world around us. All: The Holy Spirit empowers us to carry on the ministry of Christ.

SERMON “What’s up? Jesus is!” Rev. David W. Johnson

“…as they were watching, he was lifted up, and a cloud took him out of their sight.” Acts 1:9b

SOLO “O Clap Your Hands!” Nancy Freer, soprano Don McAfee

O clap your hands, all ye peoples; shout unto God with the voice of triumph.

God is gone up with a shout, the Lord with the sound of a trumpet. Sing praises to God, Sing praises to God, Sing praises to God, Sing praises to our King.

Sing ye praises, Sing ye praises, Sing ye praises!

For God is King of all the earth; Sing ye praises with understanding.

God ruleth over the earth; God sitteth upon the throne of his holiness. Praise ye the Lord!

O clap your hands, all ye peoples;

Shout unto God with the voice of triumph. Praise ye the Lord! Clap your hands! Clap your hands!

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THE GREAT THANKSGIVING

CALL TO OFFERING Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland

When we connect through zoom calls, sing in our homes, and laugh on our phones, we offer joyful noises to God. When we open hearts as we reach out to the lonely, write a note to the distressed, and deliver food to our neighbors, we offer loving actions on God’s behalf. When we open our hands as we wave a greeting, help one another, and share our gifts, we offer a generous response to God’s bounty.

UNISON OFFERTORY PRAYER Lester Coker

We do praise you, God, grateful for the blessings that flow and for our opportunity to return these gifts. Make us a well of blessing, a spring of hope and a river of tenderness for all your children, those gathered as this church and those who are in need. Amen

OFFERTORY “O Divine Redeemer” Nancy Freer, soprano Charles Gounod

CALL TO PRAYER Rev. David W. Johnson One: God be with you. All: And with your spirit. One: Let us pray. O God open our hearts All: For we trust you with our deepest need. One: God knows our weeping and joy All: And walks with us in risen hope.

MUSICAL MOMENT “All Is Well” Josh Pinnock, baritone arr. Mark Hayes

When peace like a river attendeth my way, and sorrows like sea billows roll,

Whatever my lot, God has taught me to say, It is well, it is well with my soul.

It is well with my soul. It is well, it is well with my soul.

All is well, all is well,

All is well with my soul. All is well, all is well, all is well with my soul.

PRAYER OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD’S PRAYER

Our Father which 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

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DEACON: Lester Coker

THE FLOWERS TODAY ARE DEDICATED TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND GIVEN… by Lucia and Steve Bailey in loving memory of Dr. Rice and Dr. Nigh.

by the Fini family in loving memory of Philip Jeffrey Flagg, beloved son, brother, and uncle, and for all who have fallen in the line of duty.

by Joan Ohl and “Celli” in loving memory of Ronald Ohl for his 84th birthday.

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THE SENDING FORTH

*CLOSING HYMN “Crown Him with Many Crowns” DIADEMATA

*BENEDICTION Rev. David W. Johnson

POSTLUDE Finale from Symphony No. 6 Andrew R. Galuska, organ Charles-Marie Widor

In the interest of safety we ask that you please take your bulletin home with you as you leave Church today.

Thank you and thank you for worshipping with us today.

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COMMUNITY CHURCH OF VERO BEACH PHASE 1 RE-OPENING PROTOCOLS: JUNE 7, SUMMER, 2020

As we now prepare to re-open our church campus, we know that many of you will continue to choose to worship with us through Live-Stream and On-Line offerings at www.ccovb.org or on Facebook. Whether you live year-round in Vero Beach or travel elsewhere for a season, please continue to join us on-line if you can’t worship with us in person.

Beginning Sunday, June 7th, we will re-open Community Church for worship in the Sanctuary at 8:30 and 10:15. Our re-gathering opportunity will require certain loving sacrifices for the sake of those around us. We include here those protocols that make possible our sharing in-person worship with as much health safety as possible.

When you choose to return to church, we invite you to voluntarily adhere to the following loving guidelines to help protect the health of our communities.

Worship in the Sanctuary 8:30 and 10:15 1 vacant pew between every pew in use (that gives us six feet) New foot traffic entrance pattern to facilitate distancing Foot traffic flow one way entering and leaving the sanctuary Individuals and family groups six feet apart, pre-measured and taped Masks required for anyone over the age of 12 – a mask will be provided if you don’t own one Communion by Deacon service between rows, no tray passing Offering in boxes at each door, no plate passing Sanctuary seating limited to 25% of capacity Overflow seating available in Commotion, chairs distanced Hymn singing by soloist Passing of the peace, hands in prayer, bow Bulletins passed by ushers who will wear masks and white cotton gloves. Hand sanitizers at every entrance Greetings outside the church in courtyard at distance, masked Coffee hour postponed until further notic Pews and seats will be sprayed before and between services with an anti-viral/anti-bacterial solution

to prevent spread by touching surfaces Office

Those who need to drop things in the office or speak to staff will be able to step into the office and speak past a partition, no pass-through traffic from staff or guests to protect the office staff.

Groups Meeting on Campus

Board meetings, Bible studies and other small groups may meet on campus with ten or less participants by scheduling room 113 or upstairs in the education building, where conference calling is available. Or meetings may continue through Zoom.

Disclaimer

Community Church of Vero Beach has developed these protocols that are primarily consistent at this time with guidelines established by the CDC and Governor of Florida. Community Church of Vero Beach strongly encourages all members and friends to regularly check CDC guidelines for updated recommendations, understanding that you will make decisions about whether to worship with us in person or virtually depending on a number of factors.

We encourage you to continue to worship on-line if you are in a vulnerable population or discern that pre-existing medical conditions may increase your vulnerability to illness. As always, if you are experience symptoms or feel ill, please continue to enjoy worship with us on-line. Our priority is to support your decision to stay safe and remain well, understanding that only you can determine what worship decision is best for you.

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SENIOR MINISTER SEARCH COMMITTEE CONGREGATIONAL UPDATE MAY, 2020

As you know, our search committee has been at work for over a year to find the next Senior Minister God has planned to lead our church. We want to share with you an update from our committee in these unexpected and challenging times.

First, we want to assure you the committee continues with our work. We meet often to discuss candidates we are reviewing. But there is a slowing impact from the pandemic. Of course, like everything else, our meetings are now online through teleconference and Zoom. Each of our committee members attends from his or her own home or office. We have adjusted well - attendance has been great - and the discussions frank and lively.

YouTube and the internet have been great tools for us through this whole process because many churches publish video records of sermons and services. Through these, we can assess preaching by candidates and the flow of their Sunday services.

But of course, as important as preaching is, we are also looking at other things: can a prospective candidate continue to unite us, along a broad middle ground – in the belief that “there is more that binds us together than separates us in the worship of God?” And does he or she have the experience and relatability to serve the diverse identity of Community Church, with our variety of religious traditions, political viewpoints, and wide-ranging life experiences? Finally, but no less important, we evaluate candidates on their leadership experience in a large church with an equally large staff and a complex budget, such as we have at Community Church.

Our committee has talked to many candidates and met with some but we continue to wait for “THE ONE” whom God has planned to lead us.

Our committee is heartened by the welcoming reception our congregation has given to our Interim Senior Minister, the Rev. Dr. Anna Copeland and her husband Ellis. We are grateful for the experience she brings to help us weather both these unusual times, and the transition to our next Senior Minister.

Please continue to pray for us and for our candidates, that we may be moved by God to feel the Holy Spirit leading us to a mutual decision, in God’s own time.

Thank you.

Dave Sams Chair of the Senior Minister Search Committee

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WORSHIP

NEXT SUNDAY, MAY 31ST The sermon “At the Edge” will be given by Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland by live-streaming at 8:30 a.m. in C2 from Community Hall and 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary. We welcome families to join us for our Fabulous Family Sunday on May 31st! Parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles are invited to bring your young ones to celebrate Pentecost, the birthday of the church. We officially re-open our Sanctuary the following Sunday, June 7th to all.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR OFFERING: As we make every effort to maintain safe social and business practices, we want you know that your offering will be credited directly to your personal account if it is received as a personal check with your name appearing on the check. Envelopes are not necessary or required. Please do continue to use an envelope for cash contributions, marking the envelope with your name to ensure that it is properly credited to your account.

STAYING CONNECTED

CHURCH OFFICE OPENED: The Church Office is open for

regular business hours. Hours are Monday through Friday

between 8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and Sunday between 8:00

a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Staff will be practicing social distancing.

We thank you for your assistance by asking that you remain

behind the identified marking provided for proper distancing

when entering the Church Office.

YOU ARE INVITED COLD BREWED: QUESTIONS OF FAITH Join us live for a participatory, on-line event with Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland, guest ministers, and guest hosts. You are invited to submit questions of faith for conversation and reflection, live from the Community Church of Vero Beach, on Tuesdays at 1:00 p.m. To share a cup and a question with Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland, please send a text message to 772.742.5390. Join us on Tuesday, May 26th when guest host, Neal Watkins will be joining Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland to discuss and answer your questions. You are invited to participate by visiting our website at www.ccovb.org or by going to our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ccovb.org.

HOW WE CAN HELP: If you have lost your job, been furloughed, or are facing health issues and are in need of support for

food, housing, or medical assistance, Community Church has support for those within our church family. Please contact Dr. Anna V. Copeland at annavcopeland@ccovb.org for information.

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VOLUNTEER MISSION OPPORTUNITIES: The Salvation Army of Vero Beach needs help with food distribution and also in their thrift shop (whose proceeds fund their emergency assistance fund). They are serving thousands of clients during this time, and the need is increasing. To get connected, call Elaine (their volunteer coordinator) at 772.978.0265, or contact David Johnson at the Church.

The Source is looking for volunteers to drop off meals at homes of people who need them. They deliver 7 days a week at 9:00 a.m., noon, and 5:00 p.m. You simply leave a meal on the doorstep without interacting with the resident. If you are willing to help, please call Danell at The Source at 772.564.0202.

The Indian River Food Pantry is looking for people to pack boxes of food for distribution. Come as a family, a couple, an individual, and pack up boxes at their warehouse. If you are interested in helping, please contact Rev. David Johnson at david.johnson@ccovb.org.

BIBLE STUDY: Bible studies have concluded for this season and will resume after the summer. We look forward to seeing you in the fall. Enjoy your summer!

SACRED PAUSE: There will be a ‘pause’ in Sacred Pause for the Memorial Day weekend. We will NOT meet on Monday, May 25th. Please join us the following Monday morning at 9:00 a. m for 15 to 20 minutes of a “Sacred Pause.” Start your week with music, prayer, and reflection together with others on a Zoom call. Please contact Charlene Applegate at Charlene.applegate@ccovb.org for the call log in information.

PRAYER GROUP: We will continue to pray for the joys and concerns of God’s people on Tuesdays at 2:00 p.m. During this time of social

distancing, we’ll gather by conference calling. To request a prayer for yourself or someone else, please email Holly at holly.adams@ccovb.org.

CALLED TO CARE: Our last Zoom meeting will be Thursday, May 28th before we take a summer break from meetings, but not from ministry.

WEDNESDAY ART ADVENTURE!: Join Andrew Galuska on Wednesday, May 27th at 1:00 p.m. when he will visit sculptor, Cathy Ferrell for a tour of her studio. Cathy will share information about her background and training, her work, and her inspiration. Join us on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ccovb.org on Wednesday, May 27th at 1:00 p.m.

MUSICAL MOMENTS SERIES: Please join us each Thursday at 11:00 a.m. for our series of concerts from Community Church. The concerts will begin at 11:00 a.m. each Thursday on Facebook Live. On Thursday, May 28th please join us to enjoy Andrew Galuska as he performs the complete mass for the convents (1690) by Francois Couperin . Visit our website at www.ccovb.org or join us on our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ccovb.org.

12 1901 23RD STREET, VERO BEACH, FL 32960 772.562.3633 www.ccovb.org

Pastoral Staff

Rev. Holly H. Adams Interim Minister of Pastoral Care holly.adams@ccovb.org

Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland Interim Senior Minister annavcopeland@ccovb.org

Rev. Elizabeth B. Johnson Minister for Emerging Generations elizabeth.johnson@ccovb.org

Rev. David W. Johnson Minister of Mission & Education david.johnson@ccovb.org

Doug Johnson Ministry Associate for Emerging Generations doug.johnson@ccovb.org

Elaine Matthes Ministry Associate for Spiritual Formation elaine.matthes@ccovb.org

Program Staff

Charlene Applegate Executive Asst. for Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland charlene.applegate@ccovb.org Admin. Asst. for Emerging Generations Ministries

Shawna Carawan Director of Development and Connections shawna.carawan@ccovb.org

Rachel E. Carter Assistant Director of Music rachel.carter@ccovb.org

Ron Cook Facilities ron.cook@ccovb.org

Nick DeRosa Director of Technical Arts nick.derosa@ccovb.org

Andrew R. Galuska Director of Music and Fine Arts andrew.galuska@ccovb.org

Rick Heller Facilities Manager rick.heller@ccovb.org

Dan Lamson Social Media Coordinator / Website Administrator dan.lamson@ccovb.org

David Mundy Worship Leader - C2 Worship david.mundy@ccovb.org

Suzanne Rice Admin. Assist. for Pastoral Care & Music Ministry suzanne.rice@ccovb.org

Susan Rachor Accounts Payable susan.rachor@ccovb.org

Kathryn Self Facilities / Kitchen kathryn.self@ccovb.org

Tom Snellgrove Music Director - C2 Worship tom.snellgrove@ccovb.org

Stephanie Squires Director of Community Preschool stephanie.squires@ccovb.org

Carolyn Steere Accounting Supervisor / Wedding Coordinator carolyn.steere@ccovb.org

Stephanie Toomey Business Administrator stephanie.toomey@ccovb.org

Jill A. Truax Associate Director of Music jill.truax@ccovb.org

Church Office 1901 23rd Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960

Phone: 772.562.3633 Fax: 772.562.9425 Email: info@ccovb.org Website: www.ccovb.org

Pastoral Care (after hours): 772.617.4324

Office Hours Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday 8:00 to 11:30 a.m.

In the interest of safety , we ask that you please take your bulletin home with you as you leave Church today.

Thank you and thank you for worshipping with us today.