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SUNDAY SCHEDULE 8:30 a.m. Worship Service, Chapel
9:30 a.m. * Carol Choir Rehearsal Confirmation Class PCYG Bible Exploration * Peoples Forum
10:30 a.m. Worship Service, Sanctuary * Children's Sunday School
11:30 a.m. Coppertones Rehearsal
* Lunch & Lounge | Campus Ministry * Dance 149
6:10 p.m. Youth Choir 6:30 p.m. High School Youth Group
* WILL RESUME IN 2019
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WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIVE! Will resume on January 9, 2019.
THE PEOPLES CHURCH200 W. Grand River Ave. | East Lansing, MI 48823 517.332.5073 | ThePeoplesChurch.com
December 16, 2018THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT
THE PEOPLES CHURCH STAFFOffice hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and Sunday mornings.
Reception Desk 332.5073
Rev. Case Van Kempen 908.4442Interim Senior Pastor, Presbyterian Church (USA) [email protected]
Rev. Betsy Aho 332.6074Associate Pastor, United Church of Christ [email protected]
Rev. Drew Filkins 908.4448Associate Pastor, American Baptist Church [email protected]
Julie Bills 908.4447Children’s Christian Education Director [email protected]
Rachel Giddings 908.4453Communications Specialist [email protected]
Dana Johnson 908.4449Preschool Director [email protected]
Joe Kennedy 332.6264Youth Director [email protected]
Andy Mayville 908.4444Facility Director [email protected]
Geri Lynn Nichols 908.4432Hospitality Director [email protected]
Dee Przybylski 908.4446Office Administrator [email protected]
Dr. Jonathan Reed, Music Director Elizabeth Reed, Children’s Music Director Judy Kabodian, Musician in Residence [email protected]
COUNCIL OF ELDERS Elders meet at 7 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month in the Robertson Room.
Alan Canady, Chairperson [email protected]
ALL ARE WELCOME! Whether you are young or old, rich or poor, doubtful or hopeful…no matter where you are in your faith journey, YOU are welcome here. For those with children, be assured that noises and wiggling are signs of a church that is alive and growing; your entire family is welcome in worship.
ASL Interpreted Service The Peoples Church is proud to welcome ASL interpreters for our 10:30 a.m. worship service and for special events.
"THE INN CROWD"
The children of our congregation will star in "The Inn Crowd," a Christmas pageant that teaches us that we all a part of God's Kingdom.
THIRD SUNDAY OF ADVENT | DECEMBER 16, 2018
Prelude (10:30 a.m.) “Traditional Carols” Coppertone Ringers, directed by Elizabeth Reed
Welcome to The Peoples Church! Rev. Case Van Kempen Worship is both personal and communal, formal and informal, intimate and casual. Here at The Peoples Church, we recognize that people come to worship God in both joy and pain, faith and doubt, with laughter and with tears. Our worship tries to reflect a desire both for meditation and celebration. Please know you are invited to participate in any and all ways you feel led. Our songs, prayers, words and actions are the works of imperfect people trying to worship a perfect God.
Call to Worship
Leader: We come from a world of darkness. People: Into Christ’s world of light. Leader: We come from a world of weariness. People: Into God’s strength and hope! Leader: We come from a slumbering world. People: Strengthened by the Spirit, we come to awaken our souls and watch for the coming of Christ. Lighting of the Advent Candle
Gathering Hymn "Angels, from the Realms of Glory" No. 143
Procession of the Light of Christ Kaitlyn Gronowski and Brenden Wells, Acolytes
Call to Confession, Prayer of Confession Rev. Drew Filkins Leader: We can no longer play dumb. We not only know the lives we are called to lead, we are well aware of how we fail - through our words as well as our silence, by our deeds and our unwillingness to act. Let us confess to the God who comes to us. All: Gracious God: In sending Christ, you have broken forever the silence of creation, and begun with us a conversation which must lead into deep friendship; but we break off communication with our fellows when we please, and must confess that we have, seemingly, preferred the silence which breeds misunderstanding. In Christ you have ended all ambiguity, but we are so glib; we try, by our eloquence, to bring together what is false and what is true, and make our words tell half-truths and lies. In Christ, you speak a word which reconciles, and builds up; but we use words to hurt and destroy. God, we thank you for sending us the Word made flesh, Jesus Christ, to speak to us with care and at great cost. Teach us how to speak to one another in truth, and not to put our words to waste; in Jesus’ name. Amen.
Assurance of Pardon Leader: At the beginning, at the end, and in every time between, the good news speaks to us of God's tender mercy and love for us. All: God comes! Not to punish, but to gift us with peace, not to judge, but to save us. Thanks be to God. Amen.
Congregational Response “Then Cleansed Be Every Life from Sin" (On Jordan's Bank) No. 96Then cleansed be every life from sin; make straight the way for God within;
And let us all our hearts prepare for Christ to come and enter there.
Passing the Peace of Christ (Please stand if able) The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you.
Solo (8:30 a.m.) Recit. "For, Behold, Darkness Shall Cover the Earth" G.F. Handel
Air "The People That Walked in Darkness" from Messiah Peter Boylan, bass
First Reading (8:30 a.m.) Isaiah 35:3-10 (Pew Bible Page 713; Large Print 1,072)
First Reading (10:30 a.m.) Isaiah 9:2, 6-7 (Pew Bible Page 687; Large Print 1,028)
Communion (8:30 a.m.)
Second Reading (8:30 a.m.) Matthew 11:2-11 (Pew Bible Page 976; Large Print 1,484)
Second Reading (10:30 a.m.) Luke 2:1-7 (Pew Bible Page 1,026; Large Print 1,560)
Sermon (8:30 a.m.) "Christmas Grace" Rev. Case Van Kempen @Connect2TPC #TPCsermon
Children's Christmas Pageant (10:30 a.m.) "The Inn Crowd" "The Inn Crowd" (Overture) "Come On In" "Star of Wonder" "In or Out" "Good News" "Come On In" (Reprise)
Moment of Gratitude for Julie Bills Rev. Drew Filkins
Prayers of the People (During the pastoral prayer there will be a time to offer prayers of joy and concern, voiced aloud or silently for and on behalf of others.)
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 tempta- tion, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen.
The Peoples Church Academic Scholarship Presentation Joe Kennedy
Carley Cruse • Christian Lundy • Claire Lundy • Kelsey Mongoven • Dean Przybylski
Thanksgiving and Dedication of Gifts
Offertory “Carol of the Manger" Dale Wood
Act of Praise 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.
Prayer of Dedication God of Grace, in the midst of a season so focused on shopping and finding the right gift, we give our gifts now to you. We remember that all our giving has its foundation in the amazing gift you gave to us: Emmanuel, God with us! May what we give today, and in the days to come, be bathed in the knowledge that yours is the most perfect gift and the one we need the most. We pray in the holy name of the Christ child, the Prince of Peace. Amen.
Sending Hymn "Go, Tell It on the Mountain" No. 136 Benediction Benediction Response: "Jesus is Lord!"
Benediction Response Go now in peace. Never be afraid. God will go with you each hour of every day. Go now in faith, steadfast, strong and true. Know God will guide you in all you do.Go now in love, and show you believe. Reach out to others so all the world can see.God will be there watching from above. Go now in peace, in faith, and in love.
Postlude "Joy to the World" arr. Fred Bock
TODAY is the deadline to return your pledge forms “For Such a Time as This” 2019 steward-ship campaign. A letter and pledge forms were mailed out to the congregation; however, if you need a pledge form, they are available at the church office and the welcome desk in the Northwest entrance.
TALENT SHOW"We Hunger For Your Talent" Talent Show and Empty Bowls fundraiser is coming live to The Peoples Church Snider Social Hall on Febru-ary 3, 2019 following the 10:30 a.m. service! Seeking talent of all ages and all kinds! The congregation is invited to enjoy Gerri Lynn's famous chili, make donations for handmade empty bowls to fight hunger, and be bowled over by the talent on stage! More details in the January Portal.
GRIEF RECOVERY SUPPORT GROUPPastor Betsy leads this covenant group through curriculum and discussion that moves partici-pants toward closure of unresolved grief as a result of death, illness, divorce or other losses. This group is an 8 week commitment, with consistent attendance appreciated. The group will meet on Thursdays, 12:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. January 24 - March 21, 2019 (no meeting on March 6). Space is limited, and registration is required by contacting Pastor Betsy. Whether you are dealing with recent loss or loss from a long time ago, this group has something heal-ing to offer you.
DONATIONS FOR REFUGEE SERVICES Donations of feminine hygiene products con-tinue to be collected for Refugee Services. If you haven't already, please consider contributing to this worthy cause. Donations are being accept-ed now through TODAY, December 16. You can drop off your donation at the Northwest en-trance. Thank you for your help!
WINTER SNOW PANTS & SOCKS COLLECTIONCommunity Engagement is collecting winter snow pants and new socks. Collection boxes for both the snow pants and new socks are located near the welcome desk and also by the church office. Thank you to those who have already contributed!
THE PEOPLES FORUMThere will not be a Peoples Forum held on December 23, 30 and January 6 due to the Christmas and New Year holiday. Programming will resume on January 13, 2019.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIVE!Wednesday Night Live! is on a holiday break for the remainder of the year. Programming will re-sume January 9, 2019.
CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER SERVICEJudy Kabodian will offer piano music that in-vites prayer and contemplation in the Sanc-tuary this Friday, December 21, 2018 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. The Christmas season is hurried for most and difficult for many, so this hour of rest is offered to all. You may come and go as you feel led throughout the time. Printed prayer guides will be available, and a free will offering will be received to defray the cost of transporta-tion for Burcham Hills residents.
Half of the offering will go to the MSU Food Bank.
A big thank you to all the parents who worked with their children at home in preparation of this play, who have donated cookies for our reception and who volunteered to help with the pageant in a variety of other ways.
Thank you to the maintenance and AV folks who do a ton of work behind the scenes to help everything look and sound great.
Finally, a huge thank you to Liz Reed and Jodi Cook who have given a lot of their time and talent to make "The Inn Crowd" a success.
DANCE 149: PRE-K DANCING SHEEP
Malcolm Calabrese Miles CalabreseGabriel Eysselinck Theodore EysselinckClara Fingland Kai HaskillJames Kent Malaki KraftMadelyn Schuette Melle Tassaro Tans
"THE INN CROWD" CAST
Innkeepers Anna Harvey & Evie LaxtonChild Allison DrzalWool Salesman Bryce PomervilleCelebrity Piper WilliamsTax Collector Blake BurkeMary Abigail SchuetteJoseph Benjamin GroenGuests Annika Drzal, Morgan Manolakoudis & Zachary PalsrockGuests/Angels Madilyn Gronowski, Lillie Kent, Amelia Voci & Delilah VociShepherds Brooklyn Burke, Sam Calabrese, Morgan Cepak & Eleanor Groen
