Bulletin, 2/6/2011 - Annual Meeting

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FIFTH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY

6 February 2011 8:30 & 10:00 a.m.

 

No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here.

“Let Mutual Love Continue.”

Hebrews 13: 1

THE GATHERING

PRELUDE: Benedictus Alec Rowley

WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS

INTROIT: I Will Worship the Lord J. Rutter

CALL TO WORSHIP:

Leader: We have come to celebrate the presence of Jesus Christ

People: whom we recognize as we join in the breaking of bread.

Leader: We gather through the grace of the Holy Spirit,

who creates and renews the church of Jesus Christ.

People: Binding in covenant faithful people of all ages,

tongues, and races, with whom we lift our song of

praise:

All: Holy, Holy, Holy, One God Almighty,

Your glory fills all the heavens and the earth!

*HYMN: Christ, You Call Us All to Service (tune: Joyful, Joyful)

Church School participants, Pre-K through Grade 8, will leave for their classes during the first verse of this hymn.

Christ, you call us all to service, call us all who follow you;

Plant in us a deep commitment all your work and will to do.

Fire a passion for your justice, in us kindle love of peace;

Help us heal the brokenhearted, to the captive bring release.

Teach us how to work together, brothers, sisters, side by side,

Equal partners in the struggle, in the cause of truth allied.

To each one some gift is given, man or woman, young or old;

Help us use each skill and talent your great purpose to unfold.

Let us be a servant people, reconciling, ending strife

Seeking ways more just of sharing and of ordering human life.

Fill us with a glowing vision of this world as it should be;

Send us forth to change that vision into blest reality.

 

SERVICE OF THE WORD

SCRIPTURE: Luke 19: 11-26 Deacon Bishop

SERMON: “Talents: A Mutual Blessing” Dr. Norris

*HYMNS & PSALMS # 514 Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ

 

SACRAMENT OF COMMUNION

INVITATION TO COMMUNION:

Leader: Beloved in Christ, the Gospel tells us that on the first day of the week, Jesus Christ was raised from death, appeared to Mary Magdalene, on that same day sat at table with two disciples and was made known to them in the breaking of the bread.

All: This is the joyful feast of the people of God. Men and women, youth and children, come from the east and the west, from the north and the south, and gather about Christ’s table.

JOYS AND CONCERNS

CALL TO OFFERING:

OFFERTORY: Jesus, Sun of Life, My Splendor G. F. Handel

PRAYER OF CONSECRATION

SHARING OF THE BREAD AND CUP It is our custom to wait until all have received the bread, and then eat together; likewise with the cup. Gluten-free bread is served in the pews on the Church Street (west) side.

THE LORD’S PRAYER

*HYMNS & PSALMS # 422 God, Whose Giving

UNISON COMMISSIONING:

We will search out our talents carefully;

we will use our abilities generously;

we will share our time graciously;

we will open our horizons adventurously.

BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE: Sinfonia (Cantata 29) J. S. Bach

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Our Annual Meeting will be held in the Sanctuary immediately following the 10:00am worship service. All are invited to attend however, only members may vote. Child care is available – please move your child from her/his classroom to Room 1 on the first floor of the Church School Bldg (the “3’s and Under” classroom) so we will know for which children we are responsible. A Luncheon, hosted by the Board of Deaconesses, follows the Annual Meeting; to which all are invited.

OFFICIAL CALL TO ANNUAL MEETING 2011
Sunday, February 6, 2011
To the members of the First Congregational Church of Guilford, Inc.:

The Annual Meeting of the First Congregational Church of Guilford, Inc., will be held on Sunday morning, February 6, 2011, at 11:00 am in the Sanctuary, directly following the 10:00am service to:

1. Receive and act upon the reports and recommendations of the Ministers,
2. Receive and act upon the reports and recommendations of the Boards, Committees and Organizations of the church,
3. Act upon the proposed 2011 Operating Budget, as submitted by Church Council,
4. Act upon the proposed 2011 Community and World Concerns budget, as submitted by the CWC Board,
5. Receive the report of the Nominating Committee and act upon their recommendations for Officers and Members of Boards and Committees of the church.

Respectfully Submitted,
Dianne Hughes, Clerk

Greeters: Henry & Cheryl Norton

Ushers: (8:30) Sandy Callinan and Elizabeth Wright

(10:00) Peter Rebuzzini, K. C. Long, Yvette Howard, Marcia Myhre

Breadbaker: Kathy Abbatello Sound System: JB Catlin

CDs of worship services are available to sign out in Spencer House; sermon recordings are on our website: wwwfirstchurchguilford.org.

Deaconess for February is Dianne Hughes (203-453-4529). Please make her aware of new births, adoptions, or anyone who needs a note of encouragement or sympathy. Call Mary Norris (203-457-9483) for information about our Prayer Shawl Ministry.

Deacon for February is Barbara Bishop (203-453-9710.) If you have questions, concerns or compliments, please speak with her.

Deacons’ Fund Collection: In the pew rack you will find Deacons’ Discretionary Fund envelopes. Contributions are used by the ministers to meet urgent needs in our community. Thank you for your generosity.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

No Pilgrim Fellowship Tonight. Next meeting Sunday, Feb. 13th.

Family Heritage Dinner Friday, Feb. 11^th 6:00pm - Join us for a pot luck family dinner – you are invited to bring (1) a dish to share from your tradition, whatever that may be and (2) a brief description of your family heritage. (If you forget, we'll have paper, pencils, and crayons on the tables for you!) There will be a map and pins to mark the places from where your family comes. Peace, Affirmation, and Justice Committee will provide mac & cheese, plain pasta, coffee, tea, and juice.

Miss the Euchre Card Night? Join us for the next one on Saturday, Feb 19th!  Come alone, bring a partner or friend, or your family!  (Only adults will play euchre; there will be activities for children.) Meet in Griswold Hall (2^nd floor Church School Bldg) at 6:45pm so we can determine the progressive slots and begin play by 7:00.  If you want a lesson, please arrive by 6:15pm. (Euchre rules are posted on our website www.firstchurchguilford.org). For children – there will ba a movie will be shown in Room 9, a puzzle table and playing cards with an adult to supervise.  Homemade popcorn provided; please bring your own munchies & soft drinks. Organized by the Welcoming & Inclusion Committee.  Contact Geoff Fix (458-0438).

Save the Date! Vacation Bible School: Faith, Farm,& Fun! Monday through Thursday, June 27^th -30^th, 9:00am -12noon with a Thursday 6:00pm Pot Luck Dinner and Worship. Chickens, goats, and cows, oh my! We invite children entering grades 1 – 5 to our summer adventure at First Church, where we’ll explore the world through our mission partner, Heifer International. Through music, food, games and stories, we will explore the ways we are called by faith to make a difference in the world. For registration information, contact Lisa Horst Clark at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

From the UCC Calendar of Prayer: We recognize the overwhelming need to participate in God’s mission in a hurting world.  Our mission is to use the resources God has given us to worship God, to teach and spread the gospel in our local and world communities, and to cultivate the spiritual gifts of our members.

New Haven Chorale Benefit Concert for (IRIS) Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services on Sunday, Feb 13^th 4:30pm at Woolsey Hall in New Haven. “Resilient People, Inspiring Stories.” For tickets call Liza Catino 203-453-0497.

“Evening of Music & Song” to Benefit Meals on Wheels, Friendly Visiting and Charlie’s Closet: GHS “Voices,” Jazz Ensemble and Wind Ensemble will perform Wed., Feb. 16^th at 7:30pm in the GHS Auditorium. Free will offering at the door.

Guilford Friendly Visiting seeks individuals who would enjoy sharing an hour a week with a Guilford resident. If interested in visiting or being visited, call Guilford Interfaith Ministries 453-8359.

Guilford Food Bank Needs: 100% fruit juices; canned fruit, tuna, ham, hash, stews; pancake/mac & cheese mixes; dry milk, cereal. You may leave your donations in the narthex.

 

CHURCH CALENDAR

FH - Fellowship Hall; GH – Griswold Hall; ML – Minear Library;

CR – Choir Room; CSB – Church School Bldg; BR – Bride’s Room

Sunday, Feb. 6: Kendrick preaching

8:30am Communion – Chapel

9:00am Bible Study – CSB Rm 9

9:00am Senior Choir - CR

10:00am Communion , Nursery care, Church School

11:00am Annual Meeting- Sanctuary

Noon – Luncheon – FH

Monday, Feb. 7:

11:00am Music & Transformation - BR

7:00pm Board of Deaconesses-ML

7:30pm Confirmation 2 – GH

Tuesday, Feb. 8:

3:00pm Middle School Youth Group – FH

7:00pm Church Council - FH

Wed., Feb. 9:

4:00pm Junior Choir – FH

4:00pm Cherub Choir - GH

7:00pm Search Committee - ML

7:00pm Bd of Community & World Concerns-CSB Rm 9

7:00pm Welcoming & Inclusion Committee - BR

Thurs., Feb 10:

3:15pm GSA Troop 2075-FH

7:00pm BS Troop 474-FH

7:15pm Senior Choir Rehearsal – CR

Friday, Feb. 11:

6:00pm Family Heritage Dinner-FH

Saturday, Feb. 12:

9:15am Music & Transformation – ML

10:00am Godspell Rehearsal - FH

Sunday, Feb. 13: 2nd Year Confirmands’ Service

8:30am Worship – Chapel

9:00am Bible Study – CSB Room 9

9:00am Senior Choir Rehearsal – CR

10:00am Family Service, Nursery care, Program PreK – Gr. 4

11:30am Adult Forum – Chapel

5:30pm Confirmation 1 - GH

7:00pm Pilgrim Fellowship - FH

 

 

 

WELCOME TO FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH!
United Church of Christ
An Open and Affirming Congregation

122 Broad Street
Guilford, CT 06437
203-453-5249 (phone & fax)
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We are pleased that you are here to worship with us today, and we trust that you have found inspiration and fellowship. If we can be of service to you, please speak with one of the ministers either after worship, or call or email us:

Dr. Norris – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Rev. Robert – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Rev. Horst Clark – This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

To make an appointment with a minister, please call the Church Office.

 

OUR STAFF – PARTNERS IN MINISTRY

Kendrick L. Norris Senior Minister

Clare Robert Interim Associate Minister

Lisa Horst Clark Associate Minister for Children & Families

William C. Speed Director of Music Ministries

Penelope Rebuzzini Office Manager

Larry Donahue Sexton

Liza Catino Junior Choir Director

Gail Etter Cherub Choir Director

 

 

12-Step Meetings at First Church This Week:

AA: Sun., 7:15am – GH Alanon: Tues., 7:30pm – Chapel

Tues., 7:30pm – Room 9 Wed., 10:00am - FH

Wed. 7:30pm–GH Alateen: Tues., 7:30pm-GH

Fri., Noon & 7:30pm – FH NA: Sun., 1:00pm – GH

Sat., 7:30am – GH OA: Thurs., 7:00pm – Rm 9