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STRC Staff

Pastor: Rev. Jeffrey Neevel Minister of Music & Arts: Chanelle Schaffer Church Administrator: Dawn Wheatley Comissiong Operations Administrator: Vicky Gomez Christian Maintenance Supervisor: Charles Edwards STRC @ LPCC Directors: Noel Regalado and Lucy Sutton Website Manager: Phyllis Carrozza

Contact Information Office Phone 340-776-8255

Street Address 2105 Crystal Gade # 5 St. Thomas, VI 00802-6661 Mailing Address PO Box 301769 St. Thomas, VI 00803

Website: www.stthomasreformedchurch.org Email: mail@stthomasreformedchurch.org STRC “APP” free from iTunes and Google Play

Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stthomasreformedchurch/

TODAY 9:15 - 9:50 a.m. 10:00 a.m.

After service 11:20 a.m.

Christian Education Classes Sunday Worship XYG BBQ and Bake Sale Worship Planning Team Meeting (CR)

Tue., Oct 22 11:45 - 1:00 p.m. Salvation Army Lunch

Wed., Oct 23 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. BSF (Edye Ciaccia’s condo)

Thurs., Oct 24 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal (MR)

Sun., Oct 27 9:15 - 9:50 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:20 a.m.

11:30 - noon Noon - 12:30

Christian Education Classes Sunday Worship Senior High Study (PJN’s Office) Children’s Choir Rehearsal (MR) YouthSong Rehearsal (MR)

CALENDAR

St. Thomas Reformed Church

October 20, 2019

St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Founded in 1660

All are welcome

In the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ

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“ We Gather In God’s Presence...”

Prelude Music (Please take time to prepare for worship and silence electronic devices)

Greeting and Ministry Updates

Introit “Wind Upon the Waters” Haugen

Wind upon the waters, Voice upon the deep

Rouse your sons and daughters, Wake us from our sleep

Breathing life into all flesh, Breathing love into all hearts

Living wind upon the waters of my soul

Call to Worship Our help is in the name of the Lord who made heaven and earth! Amen!

Wondrous, Amazing God, we gather in awe in Your presence You created the Universe, and You are present with us in this space. Holy Spirit that came down on the disciples, You are moving within us. You swept over the waters of creation, and You are in our very breath. Savior Jesus, You became flesh and lived and died for us. You live again and give us the promise of new life, therefore we praise you, O God.

Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost The liturgical color today is green representing the growth and mission of the church!

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The flowers today are given by Ken Dake in loving memory of Kenneth Dake

Sr. and Beverly Dake. Worship Planning Team meets THIS MORNING! The Worship Team will meet in the Conference Room this morning after the service. All members are encouraged to attend--we have several importantissues to discuss. Looking forward to seeing you there! Parents, please note that the Children's Choir/ YouthSong will not rehearse this morning. Regular rehearsals will resume next Sunday, October 27th.

Sea View Nursing Home Senior Citizen Visit takes place at 5:30 pm the third Thursday of every month. All are welcome! For more information please contact Kim Bourne-Vanneck at kimvanneck@yahoo.com.

Ken Medema arrives next week, and we need to spread the word! Posters and flyers are available in the back of the Sanctuary--please use the sign-up sheet so we can keep track of how many we have. Also, DINNER HOSTS are still needed--if you'd be willing to open your home & heart to Mr. Medema and his travel companion, Beverley Vandermolen, or to take them to your favorite St. Thomas dining spot, please sign up on the sheet in the back.

~Save the Date!~

STRC welcomes back acclaimed performer and composer Ken Medema in

concert on Sunday, November 3rd at 4 p.m. A brief reception will follow

with light refreshments. You won't want to miss this very

special performance. Invite your friends and neighbors!

Admission is FREE & all are welcome.

PRAYER REQUESTS THIS WEEK*: For healing and hope: Brandon King, Mary Ann Hancock

Ken Dake in the death of his father Ken Dake Sr.

*If you would like prayers added to our Sunday prayer list please contact

Pastor Jeff at mail@stthomasreformedchurch.org or call the church office at 340-776-8255

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Lectionary Scripture Readings for this week:

Joel 2:23-32; Psalm 65;

Jeremiah 14:7-10, 19-22; Psalm 84:1-7;

2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18; Luke 18:9-14

GIVING THANKS:

Leading Worship Today: Ministers: All the people of the church Preaching: Pastor Jeffrey Neevel Liturgist: Anika Hahnfeld Music: Chanelle Schaffer, The Adult Choir Greeters: Amy Schweizer, Elena Shaubah Head Ushers: Joel Comissiong, Dr. Adam Flowers Audio/Video: James Cobb

A warm welcome to our visitors. You are invited to complete the visitor

registration forms at the end of the pew or on the back table. Please then put them in the offering plate. TODAY all are invited to a Bake Sale and Barbecue after worship hosted by XYG (eXamine Your God) Senior High Youth Group and Mission team. All proceeds benefit our Mission trip 2020! Bathrooms for the congregation’s use are in the Undercroft and inside the gate going to Bakery Square.

Sunday School classes meet every Sunday at 9:15 am.

The next celebration of our Royal Seniors will be Sunday, Nov 17th. Royals

will receive their 'save the date' invitations after worship on Oct 20th and 27th. An emailed invitation/reminder will also be sent, in case we miss anyone in church. If you are 70 or older please make sure we have you included. XYG will serve our Royals brunch, which will be prepared by the cooks of the 'Compassionate Kitchen' ministry team; all from our Congregation. God Bless our Royal Seniors! Nursery care is available in Bakery Square with a live feed from the Sanctuary. Adult supervision is provided.

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Prayer

*Hymn # 46 ‘God of Grace and God of Glory’ v 1,2,4,5 CMW RHONDDA

Call to Confession

Unison Prayer of Confession Your words are given to us, Author of Life, so we might be

reformed, but we often focus on how others need to change. Your words are offered to us so we might be transformed, but we are focused on conforming to our culture. Your words are spoken to lead us into new life, but we often hold our old ways tight to our chests. Forgive us, God of Wonder. Do not remember our sins, but continue to touch us with your steadfast mercy. Show us how to be persistent in living out our faith, even as you were so tenacious in offering us your grace and life in Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior…

Response # 559 ‘All the Way My Savior Leads Me’ v 1 & 2 Crosby/Lowry

Words of Assurance and Hope Jesus reminds us that we are to be resolute in our lives of faithfulness and service. The good news is that God is steadfast in filling us with love and grace. We are a forgiven people. May we live as sisters and brothers in Christ, God's children in word and deed, in hope and joy. Thanks be to God. Amen.

Choral Response “How Deep the Love of God for Us” Townend

Children’s Message

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*Hymn ‘Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus’ v 1,3 & 4 Stead

“ ...To Hear God’s Word…” Scripture 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5 Page 1085

Message “Today is Someday!”

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“...And Respond with Gratitude!” Offering Offertory “Belong” Smith/Voss

No one compares to You my King Nothing can tame this love You bring

'Cause I, I belong to You Here in the shelter of Your wings Fear melts away and I have peace

'Cause I, I belong to You

Nothing can come between us or separate us

Your love is stronger than death Your voice eternally says

That I am Yours and You are mine Your hope is all that I need Your grace helps me to see

That I am Yours and You are mine

I've learned to kiss the crashing waves That slammed me into the rock of ages

'Cause I, I belong to You I've learned to stand in the midst of storms

Where lightning is fierce and the thunder roars 'Cause I, I belong to You

You reached in and pulled me out You broke the chains removed all doubt

You told me I don’t have to hide 'Cause I am Yours and You are mine

*Doxology Pastoral Prayer & the Lord’s Prayer *Hymn # 618 ‘How Firm a Foundation’ FOUNDATION

*Benediction … Depart in peace

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*Hymn ‘Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus’ v 1,3 & 4 Stead

“ ...To Hear God’s Word…” Scripture 2 Timothy 3:14-4:5 Page 1085

Message “Today is Someday!”

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“...And Respond with Gratitude!” Offering Offertory “Belong” Smith/Voss

No one compares to You my King Nothing can tame this love You bring

'Cause I, I belong to You Here in the shelter of Your wings Fear melts away and I have peace

'Cause I, I belong to You

Nothing can come between us or separate us

Your love is stronger than death Your voice eternally says

That I am Yours and You are mine Your hope is all that I need Your grace helps me to see

That I am Yours and You are mine

I've learned to kiss the crashing waves That slammed me into the rock of ages

'Cause I, I belong to You I've learned to stand in the midst of storms

Where lightning is fierce and the thunder roars 'Cause I, I belong to You

You reached in and pulled me out You broke the chains removed all doubt

You told me I don’t have to hide 'Cause I am Yours and You are mine

*Doxology Pastoral Prayer & the Lord’s Prayer *Hymn # 618 ‘How Firm a Foundation’ FOUNDATION

*Benediction … Depart in peace

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Lectionary Scripture Readings for this week:

Joel 2:23-32; Psalm 65;

Jeremiah 14:7-10, 19-22; Psalm 84:1-7;

2 Timothy 4:6-8, 16-18; Luke 18:9-14

GIVING THANKS:

Leading Worship Today: Ministers: All the people of the church Preaching: Pastor Jeffrey Neevel Liturgist: Anika Hahnfeld Music: Chanelle Schaffer, The Adult Choir Greeters: Amy Schweizer, Elena Shaubah Head Ushers: Joel Comissiong, Dr. Adam Flowers Audio/Video: James Cobb

A warm welcome to our visitors. You are invited to complete the visitor

registration forms at the end of the pew or on the back table. Please then put them in the offering plate. TODAY all are invited to a Bake Sale and Barbecue after worship hosted by XYG (eXamine Your God) Senior High Youth Group and Mission team. All proceeds benefit our Mission trip 2020! Bathrooms for the congregation’s use are in the Undercroft and inside the gate going to Bakery Square.

Sunday School classes meet every Sunday at 9:15 am.

The next celebration of our Royal Seniors will be Sunday, Nov 17th. Royals

will receive their 'save the date' invitations after worship on Oct 20th and 27th. An emailed invitation/reminder will also be sent, in case we miss anyone in church. If you are 70 or older please make sure we have you included. XYG will serve our Royals brunch, which will be prepared by the cooks of the 'Compassionate Kitchen' ministry team; all from our Congregation. God Bless our Royal Seniors! Nursery care is available in Bakery Square with a live feed from the Sanctuary. Adult supervision is provided.

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Prayer

*Hymn # 46 ‘God of Grace and God of Glory’ v 1,2,4,5 CMW RHONDDA

Call to Confession

Unison Prayer of Confession Your words are given to us, Author of Life, so we might be

reformed, but we often focus on how others need to change. Your words are offered to us so we might be transformed, but we are focused on conforming to our culture. Your words are spoken to lead us into new life, but we often hold our old ways tight to our chests. Forgive us, God of Wonder. Do not remember our sins, but continue to touch us with your steadfast mercy. Show us how to be persistent in living out our faith, even as you were so tenacious in offering us your grace and life in Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior…

Response # 559 ‘All the Way My Savior Leads Me’ v 1 & 2 Crosby/Lowry

Words of Assurance and Hope Jesus reminds us that we are to be resolute in our lives of faithfulness and service. The good news is that God is steadfast in filling us with love and grace. We are a forgiven people. May we live as sisters and brothers in Christ, God's children in word and deed, in hope and joy. Thanks be to God. Amen.

Choral Response “How Deep the Love of God for Us” Townend

Children’s Message

2

“ We Gather In God’s Presence...”

Prelude Music (Please take time to prepare for worship and silence electronic devices)

Greeting and Ministry Updates

Introit “Wind Upon the Waters” Haugen

Wind upon the waters, Voice upon the deep

Rouse your sons and daughters, Wake us from our sleep

Breathing life into all flesh, Breathing love into all hearts

Living wind upon the waters of my soul

Call to Worship Our help is in the name of the Lord who made heaven and earth! Amen!

Wondrous, Amazing God, we gather in awe in Your presence You created the Universe, and You are present with us in this space. Holy Spirit that came down on the disciples, You are moving within us. You swept over the waters of creation, and You are in our very breath. Savior Jesus, You became flesh and lived and died for us. You live again and give us the promise of new life, therefore we praise you, O God.

Nineteenth Sunday After Pentecost The liturgical color today is green representing the growth and mission of the church!

7

The flowers today are given by Ken Dake in loving memory of Kenneth Dake

Sr. and Beverly Dake. Worship Planning Team meets THIS MORNING! The Worship Team will meet in the Conference Room this morning after the service. All members are encouraged to attend--we have several importantissues to discuss. Looking forward to seeing you there! Parents, please note that the Children's Choir/ YouthSong will not rehearse this morning. Regular rehearsals will resume next Sunday, October 27th.

Sea View Nursing Home Senior Citizen Visit takes place at 5:30 pm the third Thursday of every month. All are welcome! For more information please contact Kim Bourne-Vanneck at kimvanneck@yahoo.com.

Ken Medema arrives next week, and we need to spread the word! Posters and flyers are available in the back of the Sanctuary--please use the sign-up sheet so we can keep track of how many we have. Also, DINNER HOSTS are still needed--if you'd be willing to open your home & heart to Mr. Medema and his travel companion, Beverley Vandermolen, or to take them to your favorite St. Thomas dining spot, please sign up on the sheet in the back.

~Save the Date!~

STRC welcomes back acclaimed performer and composer Ken Medema in

concert on Sunday, November 3rd at 4 p.m. A brief reception will follow

with light refreshments. You won't want to miss this very

special performance. Invite your friends and neighbors!

Admission is FREE & all are welcome.

PRAYER REQUESTS THIS WEEK*: For healing and hope: Brandon King, Mary Ann Hancock

Ken Dake in the death of his father Ken Dake Sr.

*If you would like prayers added to our Sunday prayer list please contact

Pastor Jeff at mail@stthomasreformedchurch.org or call the church office at 340-776-8255

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STRC Staff

Pastor: Rev. Jeffrey Neevel Minister of Music & Arts: Chanelle Schaffer Church Administrator: Dawn Wheatley Comissiong Operations Administrator: Vicky Gomez Christian Maintenance Supervisor: Charles Edwards STRC @ LPCC Directors: Noel Regalado and Lucy Sutton Website Manager: Phyllis Carrozza

Contact Information Office Phone 340-776-8255

Street Address 2105 Crystal Gade # 5 St. Thomas, VI 00802-6661 Mailing Address PO Box 301769 St. Thomas, VI 00803

Website: www.stthomasreformedchurch.org Email: mail@stthomasreformedchurch.org STRC “APP” free from iTunes and Google Play

Like us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/stthomasreformedchurch/

TODAY 9:15 - 9:50 a.m. 10:00 a.m.

After service 11:20 a.m.

Christian Education Classes Sunday Worship XYG BBQ and Bake Sale Worship Planning Team Meeting (CR)

Tue., Oct 22 11:45 - 1:00 p.m. Salvation Army Lunch

Wed., Oct 23 6:15 - 7:15 p.m. BSF (Edye Ciaccia’s condo)

Thurs., Oct 24 6:00 - 7:30 p.m. Adult Choir Rehearsal (MR)

Sun., Oct 27 9:15 - 9:50 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 10:20 a.m.

11:30 - noon Noon - 12:30

Christian Education Classes Sunday Worship Senior High Study (PJN’s Office) Children’s Choir Rehearsal (MR) YouthSong Rehearsal (MR)

CALENDAR

St. Thomas Reformed Church

October 20, 2019

St. Thomas, U.S. Virgin Islands

Founded in 1660

All are welcome

In the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ