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Welcome!
It is more than curious that God chose to send the choirs of heaven to a bunch of shepherds
near Bethlehem. Though we tend to romanticize the whole notion of shepherds, they were
really the outcasts of society. This would be similar to God telling those that we consider the
outcasts of society his spectacular plans first. That is so like God. The Lord delights in using the
weak and poor and unknown in life vs. the powerful or the rich or the well connected. Why? So
we don't confuse who is really doing the work. It's the Lord and not us. What an incredible
liberating truth to discover this rich 'insignificance' and to be freed from having to prove
ourselves to the Lord or anyone! Hard to believe? Then the invitation to Come And See is just
what we need.
December 11, 2016
Leading Worship:
The Reverend Dr. Mark Brewer, Interim Senior Pastor
(8:15, 9:45, 11:15)
The Reverend Mary Cox, Associate Pastor
(9:45)
The Reverend Dr. Bill Nisbet, Assistant Pastor
(11:15)
The Reverend Lyndsay Lee Slocum, Senior Associate Pastor
(8:15)
The Reverend Emily Wright, Senior Associate Pastor
(11:15)
The Reverend Dr. Randy Jackson, Assistant Pastor, Congregational Care
(9:45) Mrs. Carrie Weatherford,
Director of Children and Family Ministries (11:15)
Mr. Bruce Graham,
Director of Music Ministries (9:45, 11:15)
Mrs. Betsy Homer,
Associate Director of Music (11:15)
Justin Maxey,
Guest Organist (8:15, 9:45, 11:15)
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Worship Calendar
December 18, 2016 4th Sunday of Advent
Come And Rejoice Luke 2:8-14
Dr. Mark Brewer, preaching The Carillons (8:15)
Chancel Choir (9:45, 11:15)
RPC Brass (9:45, 11:15)
Lighting of the Advent Wreath
December 22, 2016 The Longest Night Service
Come And Trust Psalm 30; Luke 1:26-38
Dr. Bill Nisbet, preaching 7:00 p.m. in the Historic Sanctuary
December 24, 2016 Christmas Eve Worship Services
Happy Birthday Baby Jesus! 3:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Cherub/Creation Choir
Birthday Party to follow in Alderman Hall
The Night Before Christmas:
Children’s Choirs, Carols, and The Christmas Story
Dr. Mark Brewer, preaching 5:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Cherub/Creation, Carol and Chorister Choirs
Children’s Handchimes
Come Lord Jesus Philippians 2:1-11
Dr. Mark Brewer, preaching 7:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Lighting of the Advent Wreath
Chancel Choir, RPC Brass, The Carillons
Candlelight Communion
Dr. Mark Brewer, preaching 11:00 p.m. in the Sanctuary
Candlelight Choir
December 25, 2016 Christmas Day
One Worship Service at 10:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary
Come Home For Christmas Luke 2:1-7
Rev. Emily Wright, preaching Kids wear PJ’s
Hot Chocolate Bar
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ROSWELL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH
MORNING WORSHIP THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
DECEMBER 11, 2016 8:15, 9:45, 11:15 A.M.
GATHER IN GOD’S NAME
WELCOME
PRELUDE Joseph Dearest, Joseph Mine arr. Keith Chapman
CALL TO WORSHIP & LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT WREATH Phillipps Family (8:15); Tribick Family (9:45); Verma Family (11:15)
Leader: The Mighty One has done great things. Holy is God’s name!
All: Come, let us walk in the light of the Lord.
Leader: See what God has done. Be amazed with which the Lord has made known to us.
All: (sung response) Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel.
Leader: The Messiah is coming!
All: Let us worship God!
GIVE PRAISE TO GOD’S GLORY
* HYMN O Lord, How Shall I Meet You VALET WILL ICH DIR GEBEN
(see insert)
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
God of majesty and glory, we are thirsty for your grace.
You made a way for us in the wilderness, and still, in our foolishness, we go astray.
We hide our eyes from your presence and refuse to see the gifts you have laid before us.
We do not listen to your word.
We are lifeless when we ought to dance and speechless when we ought to sing.
Forgive us, O Lord.
Open our ears, so like the shepherds, we may hear the good news as we seek to follow your holy way.
Now, hear me, as in silence I confess to you my personal sins...
SILENT PERSONAL CONFESSION
ASSURANCE OF FORGIVENESS
* THE RESPONSE Gloria Patri GLORIA
Gloria in Excelsis Deo; Gloria in Excelsis Deo
CELEBRATIONS AND CONCERNS OF THE CHURCH
Thank you for signing the Friendship Register
Leader: The Lord be with you.
People: And also with you.
Leader: Let us pray.
PRAYER AND OUR 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.
Welcome to Worship!
* Please stand as you are able
Some sources credit the creation of the Advent Wreath to
Vikings converted to Christianity. Trapped by long harsh winters,
they looked upon evergreens with awe for here was a plant
that even winter could not stop. They took
limbs from evergreens and
shaped them into wheel-like
decorations, the first symbol used to mark
the season anticipating Christmas.
This year, we welcome families of youth and children that are involved in leadership teams at
RPC to light the Advent Wreath.
Teams represented today are the F2,
Middle School, and High School
leadership teams.
LISTEN TO GOD’S WORD
MOMENT WITH CHILDREN (11:15)
* HYMN 24 Away in a Manger CRADLE SONG
PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION
OLD TESTAMENT LESSON Micah 5:2-5 Page 756
Leader: This is the word of the Lord.
People: Thanks be to God.
ANTHEM And Suddenly There Was with the Angel arr. Timothy Sharp Taylor Voglesonger, soloist (11:15)
Glory to God Carol & Chorister Choirs (11:15)
NEW TESTAMENT LESSON Luke 2:15-20 Page 833
SERMON Come And See Dr. Mark Brewer
RESPOND TO GOD’S WORD
PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERINGS
Offertory Es ist ein Ros' entsprungen from Op 122 Johannes Brahms (8:15)
Susanni arr. Parker-Shaw Chancel Choir (9:45)
Keep Silence arr. John Helgen
96:ONE Youth Choir (11:15)
Let all mortal flesh keep silence, and with fear and trembling stand.
Ponder nothing early minded, for with blessing in his hand.
Christ our God to earth descending come our homage to demand.
King of kings, yet born of Mary, as of old on earth he stood;
Lord of lords in human vesture, in the body and blood,
He is all the faithful His own self for heavenly food.
* At the Presentation Advent Doxology VENI EMMANUEL
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Him
All creatures here below; praise Him above, ye heavenly host;
Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost.
Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel.
* Prayer of Dedication
* HYMN 41 O Come, All Ye Faithful ADESTE FIDELES
* BENEDICTION
* BENEDICTION RESPONSE
* POSTLUDE Bring a Torch, Jeanette Isabella arr. Keith Chapman
Children’s Corner
Our New Testament Bible story this
morning is about baby Jesus being
born. The shepherds were so excited to
hear this news because they knew he was the Savior and they rushed to Bethlehem to see
him. Once they saw him, they went out
and shared the news of Jesus’ birth with everyone. How can
you be like the shepherds and share
the good news of Jesus with others?
The Chrismon Tree in the Narthex has
many symbols that reflect Christ’s life.
See if you can locate the Butterfly.
It symbolizes the wonderful truth that
the purpose of Jesus’ coming, his death
and resurrection was to give life (John
10:10). The butterfly is an emblem of a
new creation and a sign of unspeakable
JOY.
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Since 1998, members and friends of Roswell Presbyterian Church have honored loved ones at this time of year by making special gifts
to RPC’s Children’s Christmas Fund. The fund provides financial gifts to our Mission Partners and others, locally and around the world,
to express the love and joy of Christ to children.
Your gifts of $10,452.15 to date have been combined with this year’s income from an endowment established in 1998 by RPC members.
2016 CHILDREN’S CHRISTMAS FUND
Dottie Akin In memory of Carolyn Akin Best Ellie, Ashley, Desi, and Daniel Alderman In honor of Ellie Autry, Jean and Ed Alderman In memory of Lane Alderman and Daniel Autry Clifford & Judith Alexander and Dan & Catharine Wirth In honor of our grandchildren: Alexander Hermann Wirth and Isaac Remington Wirth In memory of William Remington Alexander and Isabella Remington Koons Bill Austin and Marilyn Morse In honor of our brothers and sisters: Ken, Susan, John, Martha, and Vera Courtney Bailie In honor of my granddaughters: Tess and Erin In memory of Glenda Bailie, my wife in Heaven The Jim Baker Family In honor of Allen and Marilyn Baker, Jean Jones In memory of Jim Jones Mary Bangs In honor of my small group leaders: Eleida Fleming and Crysti Pynne Tom and Duane Best In honor of our grandchildren: Trevor and Gwendolyn Anderson, and Ciara Lasater Sara and Alex Brown In honor of our five grandchildren Heather and David Bumsted To the glory of God The John Burhans Family In memory of Glenn C. Burhans Debbie Cagle In memory of Peggy Lynch C.C. Campbell In honor of my grandchildren: Richard, Jennifer, and Caroline D’Antoni, and Charlene Visco Jeff and Janey Cantwell In memory of Richard and Gretchen Hadler Ann and George Coker In honor of our five grandchildren: Jack, Frank, Mac, James, and Mary Elizabeth Diane and Morris Copeland In honor of our grandsons: Steven and William Barr Bill and Mary Cox In honor of Bertha Cox and Peggy Prather In memory of Huie Cox and Tom Prather The Craig Family: Andrew, Peter, Joshua, Evelyn, and Stephen In memory of Neil Craig Paul and Barbara Crank In honor of our children and grandchildren Janet and Bernie Dailey In honor of our 6 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren In memory of Jon Koellner and Lyle Lundberg The Danneman Family In memory of Dr. and Mrs. Charles C Rife; Mr. Joseph B. Danneman; and R. William Lee, Jr. Larry and Marny Dorman Our grandchildren: Bryan Dorman, Parker and Caleb Martin The Duane Family In honor of Rev. Jeff Meyers, with gratitude for the past, appreciation of the present, and excitement about the future Carl and Dolores Duvall In honor of our grandchildren: Mary Mac and Kaki Hailey; Stephanie, Emily, and David Harris Carmen Ebbing In memory of my father, James B. Standridge, Jr. In honor of my fellow RPC Staff members and office volunteers
Paul and Barbara Egan In memory of Joseph & Margherita Fonzino and Harvey & Frances Egan Margaret Fagan In honor of Sean, Darcy, Erin, Kevin, and Julie Fagan In memory of Terry Fagan, Kay McRoberts, Mary and Ken Parsons Russ, Alicia, Gregory Fawcett and Russ Fuller In memory of Betty and Linda Fawcett and Mike Fuller Basil and Madalyn Ford In memory of our parents Carol and Jim Fowler In honor of our children: Sarah, Caroline, Kate, and Drew Lagasse In honor of Mark and Carolyn Brewer The Frommer Family In honor of Nancy Puckett In memory of Larry Puckett Rick Gannaway and Family In memory of Richard M. Gannaway, Sr., loving husband, father and friend. Rest in peace, Dad. We miss you always. Doris Hammond In memory of Paul A. Hammond Tom and Sandy Hanlon In honor of Scott and David Hanlon John and Julie Hellman In honor of all Stephen Ministers and Lay Parish Visitors Sally and Rick Heneghan In memory of our parents Henry Hicks In memory of Anne Hicks Dee Hutchinson In honor of my grandchildren In memory of Jack Hutchinson and Joshua Turner Janna Janes-Torrance and Dick Janes In memory of Dr. & Mrs. Lake Boggs and Mr. & Mrs. Clyde Janes Dian and Jim Johnson In honor of Bill and Ann Lawler In memory of Jim and Ann Johnson John and Dove Johnson In memory of Bob Parnell, Dove’s brother Richard and Patsy Judy In honor of our granddaughter, Rosalia Kathryn Judy Lynn and Becky Keenum In honor of our nephews: Carter, Sawyer, and Colson Chaney In honor of our nieces: Savannah and Baylor Chaney Chuck, Helen, Kate, and Beth Kenwright In memory of Dr. Lane Alderman Ellen Knouse In memory of my parents, Clara and Pierce Mullendore Beth and Scott Lane In honor of Avery, Grace, and Annie Lane; Ann Young; and Ron & Emma Lane In memory of Dave Young Lois Lucas and Family In memory of Bernia B. Lucas, Jr. David and Suzy Lyon In honor of our grandchildren: Elijah, Nolan, Stella, Leyton, and Court Mary Manhardt In memory of my parents, Ruth and Richard Manhardt; my sister and her husband, Dolore and Fred Roberts; my niece and her husband, Claudia and Terry Parlow Sue and Townsell Marshall In honor of our five grandchildren: Drew, Davis, Emmaline, Bryce, and Mary Carlin Genie McCullough In honor of Grace McClellan; Robby, Davis and Sarah Skinner; Arian and Jeff Hall; and Adelaide In memory of William C. McCullough and Donnie McClellan
Jean McFarland In honor of my granddaughter, Meagan McFarland In memory of Charles McFarland Emily and Ross Merritt In honor of Betsy Homer and Bruce Graham The Merritt Family In honor of Drew Wilmesherr Emily Merritt In honor of Rachel Williams and Carmen Newsom In honor of Heather Bartenfeld and Ellen Grade Ross Merritt In honor of 8th grade Sunday morning talk back leaders Mrs. Teresa Merritt In honor of Freshman girls small group Mission Outreach Staff and Leadership In honor of all who volunteer with Neighborhood Action Ministry and RPC Mission Partners Ken and Sharon Morselander In memory of Natalie Anne Henderson Bob and Louise Nelson To the glory of God Bill and Cheryl Nisbet In honor of Marjorie H. Kearns, Adele Campbell, Margaret N. Ball, and Thomas E. Lopp Frank and Rose Marie Noble In honor of our wonderful grandchildren Phil and Carol Ann Noyes In honor of our grandchildren: Ashton, Haden, Blythe, Elliott, Jack, and Max In memory of Lane Alderman Kaye Oliver In honor of RPC wonderful staff In memory of Charles Oliver and Charles Oliver II Annie and Maggie Phelan In honor of our Sunday school teachers, onCore table parents, Bible leaders, choir helpers, and extended onCore leaders that help us grow in
our faith each week Molly and Ted Poister In honor of our grandchildren: Susannah, Caroline, and Rowan Martha and Bill Powell In memory of Becky, Tony, Janye, and Mort The Preising Family In memory of Harold and Marian Peters, Max and Jeannette Preising Nancy Puckett In memory of Larry Puckett, Robbi Palmer, Betty and Coe Hamling John and Diana Puhl In honor of Christopher and Brittany Puhl David, Dorinda, Caroline, and Benjamin Purvis In memory of Raymond Hahn RPC Children’s Ministry In honor of our incredible volunteers who make our Children’s Ministry possible Ryan and Rachel Rea In memory of Ann and Mike Rea George and Susan Register In memory of our parents: Edward and Ellen Hallenberg, George and Grace Register Sally Rhoden In memory of Dr. Lane Alderman, given with love and appreciation for his ministry In memory of Allyne Harris Brown, my mother Sally Rhoden and the RPC Pastor Nominating Committee In honor of Rev. Jeff Meyers, our new Senior Pastor and his wife, Courtney The Saunders Family In memory of Max Stephens Peter and Marilyn Scott In honor of Lauren, Caroline, and John McClamroch, Stella and Porter Bruton
Pam, Alex, and Luc Scudellari In honor of Norman and Mary Ann Collins Steve and Denise Seibert In honor of T.J., Brooke, and Emily Don and Helen Sharp In honor of John, Scott, and Edward Duley; Grace Bartenfeld; and Sarah &Sam Sharp Robin Singleton In honor of Amanda Singleton Brandon and Drew Slocum In memory of our grandmother, Terry Slocum Scott, Lyndsay, Brandon, and Drew Slocum In honor of Fred Slocum Patty Smith In memory of my parents, Oliver and Ann Dowling Skip and Dick Souren In memory of our parents: Richard and Madalin Long; Leon and Elizabeth Souren The Spain Family In honor of The Exceptional Children’s Ministry Kathryn Grace Stacio In memory of Mary Grace “Migi” Garrett Frank and Mary Lynn Thach In honor of The Prayer Shawl and Prayers & Squares Ministries Glenda Thomson and Tony Samaltanos In memory of Betty and Glyn Williams; Alex C. Thomson; Helen and Spiros Samaltanos George Thurmond In memory of Sarah “Marty” Thurmond Virgil and Margaret Tillander To the glory of God Bob and Lorraine Tobey In honor of Alexis Grace Hunt Edward, Nancy, and Trey Turner In honor of Cathy Jones and Betty Turner In memory of Bill Jones and Ed Turner Louise Valine, Ann and Bill Bersson, and Family In memory of Dr. Warren J. Valine Sara and Dick Vogel In memory of our parents: Tom and Aliece Wells, Harry and Faustine Vogel Carl and Susan Waller In honor of Carrie, Jason, and Cooper Weatherford In honor of Susan’s sisters and brothers Rev. and Mrs. Charles Weaver In memory of our parents: Mr. &Mrs. Elmer R. Foster and Mr. &Mrs. Charles O. Weaver Jeanie White In memory of Penny Behm Diane Wilson In honor of John Steffee In memory of Juanita Steffee Mike and Millie Wolfe In honor of grandsons, Teddy and Reese Guay In memory of our fathers: Reese Wolfe and Bill Mabe Charlie and Emily Wright In memory of Lane Alderman and Shelly Leffers In honor of my colleagues in ministry, specifically the RPC clergy, office, and facility staff
CHURCH WIDE ANNOUNCEMENTS
THIS MORNING, DECEMBER 11, 2016
Welcome to RPC! We are so glad that you have chosen to
worship with us today. If you have any questions about our
church, please visit the Welcome Center in the Narthex or our
website, www.roswellpres.org. You can also find us on Facebook
at facebook.com/RoswellPresbyterian. If you would like to sign-
up to receive updates and information from RPC via text
message, text @rpcinfo to 81010.
A limited quantity of scratch-off 2016 Advent calendars
is still available in the Welcome Center. You can sign-up
now to receive information and updates about Advent 2016 at
RPC as well as the daily Advent calendar. To receive messages,
text @rpcadvent to 81010 or sign-up online at remind.com/join/
rpcadvent. We will also post the daily Advent calendar to RPC’s
Facebook page and the Advent page, www.roswellpres.org/
advent.
Need someone to talk to or pray for you? Stephen
Ministers are available in the Welcome Center after the 8:15 and
9:45 worship services today. For more information, visit
www.roswellpres.org/stephenministry.
Each Sunday, everyone is welcome to gather for conversation
and coffee in the Welcome Center in the Fireside Room.
For information on becoming a member of RPC, fill out the form
in the bulletin and place in the offering plate, stop by the
Welcome Center, visit www.roswellpres.org/membership, or
contact Stephanie Jacobs, Director of New Member
Connections, 770-649-4522, [email protected]. The
next Exploring RPC class is Sunday, January 8.
WORSHIP & MUSIC
OUR CHURCH FAMILY
SENIOR PASTOR NEWS
On Sunday, November 20, the members of RPC voted
to call the Reverend Jeffery “Jeff” J. Meyers as our new
Senior Pastor. Jeff is currently serving as Teaching Pastor at
North Avenue Presbyterian Church in Atlanta. We anticipate
him starting at RPC on Monday, January 30 and preaching on
Sunday, February 5. Visit www.roswellpres.org/seniorpastor for
more information.
The Guatemala Mission Trip Information Meeting is
today, Sunday, December 11, at 12:15 p.m. in The Loft.
This trip is specifically designed for our students who are rising
9th graders through 12th grade. It is also a wonderful trip for
parents and all adults as well. If you are considering participating,
come to this meeting to learn more about this amazing service
opportunity in Guatemala. Cost: $1350 for the first family
member; $1200 each additional family member. Deposit of $500
due by Tuesday, January 31. For more information, contact Lisa
Gunning, [email protected].
The next RPC Blood Drive is Sunday, December 18, 8
a.m. to 1 p.m. in Alderman Hall. To schedule an appointment,
visit www.roswellpres.org/events/blood-drive or contact Allie
McCubrey, [email protected]. Remember…you can
give the gift of life! Sign up today!
Roswell Presbyterian Church Cemetery has been
designated as a Wreaths Across America location. The
Military Ministry ceremony, with the help of Boy Scout Troop
#87 and local organizations, will place living wreaths on the
graves of veterans on Saturday, December 17 at 12 p.m. For
more information, visit www.roswellpres.org/events or contact
Debbie Johnson, [email protected].
If you are a woman currently experiencing infertility or
pregnancy loss, hoping to adopt a child, or know someone who
is, you are invited to Hannah’s Prayer Group which meets
the 3rd Monday of each month, 6:30-8:30 p.m. in CLB 246. Join
us on Monday, December 19. No registration or fee
required. Open to the public. If you have any questions, email
A New Short Term Study for men and women in their
30’s & 40’s starts on Sunday, January 8. This study was
developed by Kyle Idleman from his book, Not a Fan: Becoming a
Completely Committed Follower of Jesus. This study led by Chari
Leitch ([email protected], 678-674-9349) will meet in the RPC
Conference Room from 12:30-2 p.m. for six Sundays through
February 12. Register online at www.roswellpres.org/adults/
termstudies by Monday, January 2 to reserve a study book.
Childcare is available with a reservation by calling the Church
Office, 770-993-6316.
Love to Read? Come join the Readers’ Personal Choice
(RPC) Book Club, which meets the second Thursday of each
month at 10 a.m. in CLB 240 for discussion of a group-selected
novel. Join us on Thursday, January 12 as we discuss A Man
Called Ove by Fredrik Backman. For information, contact Karen
Craig, 770-993-2440, [email protected].
Save these 2017 Dates – the Women’s Retreat is March
3-5 and the Men’s Retreat is March 17-19. More
information will be forthcoming.
Have you recently moved, changed your email address,
or disconnected your landline phone? Please let us know of
any changes to your contact information by sending an email or
calling the Church Office. Contact Anita Wyatt, 770-649-4526,
Hospital: Guy Lee, WellStar Kennestone, No visitors;
Amanda Singleton Monsalve, Emory University Hospital, No
visitors
Home: David Pynne, Jim Moody, Louise Valine, Linda
Morgan, Bonnie Peet, Sara Thompson, Bev Petru,
Paulette Brown, Pat Smith, John Foster, Jerry Bowden,
Liz Gibson, Jan Boyea, Rachel Rooney McClanahan, Robin
McIntire, Beth Pendleton, Mel England, Shera Wright,
Mabel Lee Friend
Interested in having your child baptized during our 3
p.m. Christmas Eve service? Contact Melissa Kingry in the
Church Office, [email protected], 770-649-4534, to learn
more about this opportunity for your family.
We will celebrate Communion at our 11 p.m. Candlelight
Communion Service on Christmas Eve, Saturday, December 24.
CHILDREN’S MINISTRY
CONGREGATIONAL CARE
Turn to me and be gracious to me, for I am lonely and afflicted.
Psalm 25:16 (NRSV) Stephen Ministers are here in the
time of need. For more information, contact Dr. Mark Brewer,
770-649-4504, [email protected] or Julie Hellman, 770-364
-3166, [email protected].
Do you have a prayer request or would you like to know the
concerns of your faith family? On a daily basis, we email the
Prayer Concerns of those wishing prayers for themselves or a
loved one. If you would like to be added to this distribution list
or to submit a prayer request, please contact Anita Wyatt, 770-
649-4526, [email protected].
If you need to reach a pastor outside of the normal Church
Office hours, please call our emergency Pastor on Call at 404-
451-6482. Please leave a message and the Pastor on Call will
respond as soon as possible.
Middle School students are invited to a Christmas Party
on Sunday, December 18, 12:30-2:30 p.m. in The Garage.
Lunch will be provided. Bring a $5 gift card for a gift card
exchange.
It’s time for the annual Ugly Christmas Sweater Party
for High School students! On Sunday, December 18 at 7
p.m., we’ll gather at Ed & Kara Searcy’s home. Cost: $5 can be
paid when you RSVP online at www.ryeX.org or bring it to the
event. All proceeds will benefit the Child Development
Association, an RPC mission partner. Also bring an “As Seen on
TV” wrapped white elephant gift that costs no more than $10.
It’s a potluck dinner so get all the details on www.ryeX.org.
Confirmation Retreat 2017 is headed to The Calvin Center
on Saturday, January 7 – Sunday, January 8. RSVP to Mem Belser,
[email protected], that you will be attending.
Why I love ryeX Video Contest is open to all middle and
high school students. Create a video and show us all the ways
you love ryeX. All videos will be shown at Open Mic Night in
The Loft on Friday, January 13. Submit your video to Drew
Wilmesherr, [email protected], by Sunday, January 8.
All middle and high school students are invited to Open Mic
Night on Friday, January 13 at 7 p.m. in The Loft. RSVP
on ryeX.org so we can plan food and sign-up to perform! Bring
toiletry items to donate to NFCC. Contact Drew Wilmesherr,
Registration is now open for eXtreme retreat 2017 from
Friday, February 17 through Sunday, February 19. This is
our annual winter in-town retreat and you are not going to want
to miss it! Our theme is #squadgoals. Cost: $75 per student.
More information is available online at www.ryeX.org
Registration is now open for Middle School 2017
Summer Trips. ryeX RAPIDS: a middle school summer camp
is June 1-4, and Chattanooga Mission Experience will be June 26-
July 1. Save by registering early and/or sign-up for both middle
school summer events. More details are available on
www.ryeX.org.
RYEX - ROSWELL YOUTH EXPERIENCE
Looking ahead: We will have one service on Christmas
Day – Sunday, December 25 at 10 a.m. in the Sanctuary.
There will be no Sunday School this Sunday. Childcare will be
available. We encourage the kids to wear their PJ’s. Hot
chocolate bar will be available after the service in the Narthex.
Ask an usher! We have large print bulletins and hymnals,
hearing assistance devices, wheelchairs, and wheelchair seating.
WEDNESDAY EVENING FELLOWSHIP (WEF)
Wednesday Evening Fellowship will return on January
11. Program begins at 6:30 p.m. in Alderman Hall.
Winter Term Meal Passes are now on sale at
www.roswellpres.org/ministries/wef. This meal pass offers the
convenience of not having to remember to register for dinner
each week. The Winter Term runs from January 11 through
April 26.
MISSION OUTREACH
Sunday School begins each week at 9:45 a.m. for
Preschool and Elementary children. Children in Preschool
through 3rd grade report to their age-level classrooms for the
entire hour. 4th-5th graders begin in Room 211, 45th Street, and
are picked up from their classrooms.
All 4th and 5th graders are invited to join us for the F2 White
Elephant Gift Exchange Christmas Party on Sunday,
December 18 from 12:30-2 p.m. We will have a light lunch,
decorate cookies, play games, and exchange white elephant gifts
that are $5 or less. Visit www.roswellpres.org/children/events
for more information.
onCore will return on Wednesday, January 11. Register
online for the 2017 Winter Term at www.roswellpres.org/
children/oncore.
Volunteer at The Drake House. New after-school program
for resident children grades K-8. Volunteers are needed Monday
through Friday, 3-6:30 p.m. for tutoring and enrichment
activities. All volunteers must be 16 years of age or older. For
more information and to sign-up, visit www.thedrakehouse.org/
volunteer.
UPDATE: The Open Door Community will no longer be
accepting sandwich donations after Thursday,
December 15. This ministry will be closing its doors in January
2017. With gratitude for your friendship and generosity, The Open
Door Community. Additional questions, contact Bette Holoman,
[email protected], 770-378-0762.
Have people approached you for handouts (money or help with
hotel/utility bills)? Emergency Assistance Cards are
available in the Welcome Center so you can help people in
healthier ways. Pick up a few and be prepared to say: I am sorry
for your difficult situation. I don’t give money or pay bills but here are
agencies that might be able to help you.
Schedule is subject to change. For the most current information, visit www.roswellpres.org.
Wednesday, December 14, 2016
Advent
9:15 a.m. Preschool
9:15 a.m. Intercessory Prayer Ministry Library
10:30 a.m. Women’s Bible Study CLB 242
12:00 p.m. Wit & Wisdom Christmas Lunch Alderman Hall
3:00 p.m. Success Club Aspen Pointe
7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Choir Room
Thursday, December 15, 2016 Advent
9:00 a.m. Parents Morning Out
9:15 a.m. Preschool
9:30 a.m. Women-to-Women Bible Study Aspen Pointe
9:30 a.m. Play & Learn Aspen Pointe
11:30 a.m. Preschool Christmas Program (4’s)
Sanctuary & Welcome Center/Fireside Room
1:30 p.m. PA Staff Meeting Conference Room
3:00 p.m. Aspen Pointe Chess Club Aspen Pointe
4:30 p.m. SSOC Aspen Pointe
Friday, December 16, 2016 Advent
9:15 a.m. Preschool
5:00 p.m. Christmas Celebration Aspen Pointe
8:30 p.m. AA, AL-ANON SB 303/308
Saturday, December 17, 2016 Advent
7:30 a.m. Men of Faith Breakfast Meeting
J. Christopher's, Roswell
9:00 a.m. Habitat Build 415 Heritage Row, Woodstock, GA
9:30 a.m. The Carillons Rehearsal Historic Sanctuary
12:00 p.m. Wreaths Across America Ceremony Cemetery
1:00 p.m. 96:ONE Bells Historic Sanctuary
Sunday, December 11, 2016 Advent
8:15 a.m. Worship Historic Sanctuary
8:30 a.m. Adult Studies Meeting Conference Room
9:45 a.m. Sunday School
9:45 a.m. Worship Sanctuary
10:45 a.m. Blood Pressure Checks History Room
11:15 a.m. Worship Sanctuary
12:15 p.m. Guatemala Mission Trip Meeting The Loft
12:30 p.m. Congregational Care Council Meeting
Conference Room
4:00 p.m. 96:ONE Caroling Party
5:00 p.m. Mission Outreach Council CLB 243
6:00 p.m. Cantate Coeli Choir Room
6:30 p.m. Coordinating Council Alderman Hall A
6:30 p.m. Venture Crew The Garage
7:00 p.m. Session Alderman Hall
Monday, December 12, 2016 Advent
9:00 a.m. Parents Morning Out
9:15 a.m. Staff Check-In CLB 240
9:15 a.m. Preschool
10:00 a.m. Staff Coordinating Team CLB 240
10:00 a.m. Prayers & Squares CLB 243
3:30 p.m. Building & Property Ministry Conference Room
6:45 p.m. The Carillons Rehearsal Choir Room
7:30 p.m. Boy Scouts The Garage
Tuesday, December 13, 2016 Advent
7:00 a.m. Men’s Bible Study Alderman Hall A
7:00 p.m. Early Bird Women’s Bible Study Conference Room
9:15 a.m. Preschool
9:30 a.m. PW Circle 2 Welcome Center/Fireside Room
9:30 a.m. Oaks Community Ministry Oaks at Holcomb Bridge
10:00 a.m. PW Circle 3 Alderman Hall A
10:00 a.m. PW Circle 4 Member Homes
10:00 a.m. Creative Arts Study & Fellowship CLB 242
10:45 a.m. Men’s Bible Study CLB 240
10:45 a.m. Tuesday Women’s Bible Study CLB 253
12:00 p.m. Staff Lunch Alderman Hall
12:00 p.m. Music Arts Bunch Multipurpose Room
1:00 p.m. Prayer Shawl Ministry CLB 246
2:00 p.m. Wit & Wisdom Planning Meeting CLB 242
4:00 p.m. Christmas Party at Grove Way Community Center
6:15 p.m. Women in Their 20’s Small Group CLB 246
6:30 p.m. RPC Brass Rehearsal Choir Room
7:00 p.m. Stephen Ministry Training CLB 243
7:00 p.m. PW Circle 5 Alderman Hall A
7:30 p.m. Basketball Gym
8:00 p.m. AA, AL-ANON SB 303/308
Weekly Calendar
Roswell Presbyterian Church 755 Mimosa Blvd. Roswell, GA 30075 tel. 770-993-6316 www.roswellpres.org
Weekly Calendar
CLB - Congregational Life Building
Alderman Hall A, B, C, and D
Rooms 100 - 117; SB - Lower Level
Rooms 211 - 227; Children’s Wing
SB - Sanctuary Building
Each month, we welcome a new group of members into the Roswell Presbyterian Church faith family. Becoming a member
involves two steps: 1) attending the Exploring RPC class and 2) being part of Membership Sunday. We would be delighted if you chose to
make Roswell Presbyterian your church home.
If you want to learn more or are ready to become a member, please complete this form, place it in the offering plate
during worship and plan to attend Exploring RPC in January 2017.
Name__________________________________________________________________________________________________
Address__________________________________________________ City_______________________ Zip_______________
Best telephone number to reach me/us ________________________ e-mail address ______________________________________
Are you a member of a church? No___ Yes ____ If yes, which church? ________________________________________________
You Are Invited to Become a Member Connections
Exploring RPC Class Information
Join us for this class designed to help you get to know new people at RPC, learn more about church programs, and discover places to
worship, pray, give, study, and serve. Class will be held in Alderman Hall on Sunday, January 8, 9:30 a.m. - 1:15 p.m. and includes worship
time at 8:15 a.m. in the Historic Sanctuary and complimentary lunch. (Reservations are requested for the classes by/before noon on
Tuesday, January 3.) Childcare for infants through Pre-K is available upon request.
Membership Sunday – January 22
We invite you to join in the fellowship of RPC by accepting Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior or by renewing your commitment to
Christ in a new church home. On this Sunday, we gather for a family-friendly breakfast in Alderman Hall and then transition into the official
meeting of the Session to welcome new members. New members may join by Profession of Faith, Reaffirmation of Faith, or Transfer of
Letter. Advance reservations are requested. Contact Stephanie Jacobs, Director of New Member Connections, 770-649-4522.
Name: Phone Number: __________________________
e-mail: ________________________________________________________________________________________
Please check your area of interest and place completed form in the offering plate. For more information, contact the person listed.
Connections
Roswell Presbyterian Church 755 Mimosa Blvd. Roswell, GA 30075 tel. 770-993-6316 www.roswellpres.org
Red Hot Service Opportunities
I want to help!
_____ Neighborhood Action Ministry and Santa need help with the Christmas Party and Caroling at Aspen Pointe
Apartments on Friday, December 16 from 5-7 p.m. If interested, please contact Clara Herrera, [email protected], 404-993-
2610.
_____ Looking for volunteers at all Drake Closet locations – Roswell, Alpharetta, and brand new store in Sandy Springs. Store
hours are Tuesdays through Fridays, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sign-up to volunteer at
www.thedrakehouse.org/volunteer. All volunteers must be 16 years of age or older.
_____ Opportunity to provide flowers: We currently have open dates in 2017 for both Sanctuary and Narthex flowers. This is a great
opportunity for you to place flowers in honor of or in memory of a family member or life event: birthdays, anniversaries, weddings,
births of children/grandchildren, etc. To schedule, contact Carmen Ebbing, 770-649-4511, [email protected].
