St. CharleS avenue PreSbyterian ChurCh

April 12, 2015 | 10:30 worship2nd Sunday of Easter

St. CharleS avenue PreSbyterian ChurChApril 12, 2015 | 10:30 worship

*Please stand as you are able. Please silence cell phones during the worship service.

GATHERING

WELCOME Donald R. FramptonVOLUNTARY Steven B. Blackmon*CALL TO WORSHIP (responsive) Psalm 133;1-3; John 20:21-22 Sarah Whicker Leader: Peace be with you. People: How good and pleasant it is when we live together in unity. Leader: Receive the Holy Spirit People: It is like precious oil on the head, the blessing of the Lord.*PRAYER OF THE DAY *HYMN 234 “Come, You Faithful, Raise the Strain” st. kevinCALL TO CONFESSION 1 John 1:8-9 Philip L. Stagg If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. But if we

confess our sins, God who is faithful and just will forgive our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.

Trusting in God’s mercy, let us confess our sin.PRAYER OF CONFESSION (unison) You have shown yourself to us, O God, by Word and Spirit, with signs and wonders, in

flesh and blood, yet we still struggle to live and believe the good news of Jesus Christ. Have mercy on us; forgive us. Enter in our lives and cast out our fear so that we may come

to trust in you and have life in Jesus’ name. Amen.SILENT CONFESSIONKYRIE Lord, have mercy upon us; Christ have mercy upon us; Lord, have mercy upon us.DECLARATION OF FORGIVENESS (responsive) 1 John 2:1-2 We have an advocate with God – Jesus Christ, the righteous one – who offered his life in love

to save the world from sin. This is the good news of the gospel: in Jesus Christ we are forgiven. Thanks be to God.

THE WORDPRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION FIRST READING John 20:19-31 This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.MESSAGE FOR THE CHILDREN Derrick Heyl Children in the First Grade and under may now exit with church staff for a time of play. Parents

may pick up their children on the playground following the worship service. SECOND READING Acts 4:32-35 This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.SERMON “Great Grace” Donald R. Frampton

If you are visiting with us today, please join us for refreshments in Frampton Fellowship Hall, following the service.

*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH (unison), The Apostles' Creed I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth. And in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born

of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead.

I believe in the Holy Ghost, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body and the life everlasting. Amen.

*HYMN 581 "Glory Be to the Father" gloria patriINVITATION TO DISCIPLESHIP

At this time please pass the friendship pad. You may also complete a prayer request card (in the pew rack) and place it in the offering plate. The pastoral and program staff will include your request in its weekly time of prayer.

Anyone interested in joining the church is encouraged to speak to one of the pastors following the service.

PRESENTATION OF BIBLES TO 4TH GRADERSINTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERSCALL FOR THE OFFERINGTHE OFFERING Offertory Anthem "I Got Me Flowers" from Five Mystical Songs Vaughan Williams Taylor Miller, baritone; The Chancel ChoirSACRAMENT OF THE LORD’S SUPPER This communion service is open to all baptized believers in Jesus Christ, regardless of their church

membership. Please come forward row by row to receive the bread and juice from the ministers and elders. The Chancel Choir will be the first to come through. Gluten free bread may be found in the small dishes.

Invitation to the Table Prayer of Thanksgiving and The Lord’s Prayer Words of Institution Communion of the People Prayer

SENDING

*HYMN 246 “Christ Is Alive!” truro*CHARGE AND BLESSING *CHORAL RESPONSE “A Scottis Blyssing” Blackmon/Willcox

May your heather scent the gloaming,And the peat fire warm your soul.

May your tass be never empty,And your tartan never fade.

And should the nightfall come between usBefore we meet again,

May the Lord bless you, and comfort you,And keep you near his heart. Amen.

*VOLUNTARY

New MeMbersAt sCAPC

Glenn & Karen Barnett – Glenn is a retired physician and Karen a former social worker. They relocated from Jackson, TN and are the parents of SCAPC member, Marshall Barnett.

Hunter & Kaylea Hill – Hunter is a banker with Iberia Bank; Kaylea is a homemaker; parents of three young children who attend Les Enfants; Hunter, Frances, and Ann Grace.

Cheryl Kirby – Cheryl is the mother of two children – Stephanie (10th grade, McGehee) and James (Georgia Tech University).

Borya & Chaunda Celentano – Borya is a U.S. Navy fighter pilot and Chaunda is a Nurse; parents of two young daughters, Tallula and Penelope.

Della Mays – Della is retired and recently relocated to New Orleans. She is the mother of SCAPC member, Amber Beezley.

Carl & Jinx Chaney – Carl is CEO of Whitney Bank/Hancock Holding; parents of two children, Maxcy and Brent.

John & Anna Tipton – Relocated from Birmingham, AL. John is a Landscape Architect and Anna is a Veterinarian.

Nick DiSalvo & Stephanie Carter – Nick is an internist at Ochsner Baptist; Stephanie is Publisher & Editor of Edible New Orleans Magazine; daughter, Clementine was recently baptized at SCAPC.

John & Jane Voorhorst – John is an Economic Developer at Entergy; Jane is a Registered Nurse; they are the parents of two adult daughters.

Joe & Katherine Granade – Joe is an Accounting Manager; Katherine is an Office Manager for American Equity Underwriters.

Peter Wilson - Peter is a student at Tulane Law School. He enjoys volunteer work with the Young Leadership Council and Northshore Foundation.

Sarah Whicker – Sarah is a self-employed consultant; She enjoys many hobbies and volunteer activities.

Jerry & Jeanne Schumm are the parents of SCAPC member, Jamie DeFraites. Jerry is a retired United Church Of Christ pastor and the couple resides in Diamondhead, MS.

WorShiP neWS & announCementSThe Flowers in the Sanctuary are given to the Glory of God and in loving memory of Audrie and Leon Shields, Carolyn and Lloyd L. Shields, Jr., and Dr. and Mrs. William Davis Noble.

Today's Ushers are: Jeff Young, Laurie Young, Richard Seelman, Caroline Seelman, Margaret Birtel, Lousie Schaefer, Brent Cueria and Ken Kneipp.

Today's Acolytes are: Boyd Parker and Kate Knight.

Interested in Membership? Are you interested in joining SCAPC or curious to learn more about our church community? Please speak to one of the ministers after church.

The Sacrament of Baptism was administered at the 8:30 a.m. service to Penn Foster Samuels, son of Armand and Christina Peck Samuels. Joining the family in worship today were Penn’s grandparents, Stewart & Renee Peck, Jan North, Dr. Bruce Samuels and his great-grandmother, June Brandt. Penn was presented for baptism by SCAPC elder, Debbie Rees.

4th Grade Bible Presentation: Congratulations to the following students who will be presented with Bibles during today’s worship service: Sophie Vallie Jo Frankowski, Finley Adams Hardie, Madeline Jane Heymann, Tucker Shaw Joseph, Margaret Chamberlin Kane, Avery Allen Kessler, Jr, Breanna Elizabeth Marksbury, John William Morton, Brittain Charles Paull, Sophia Rose Pellerito, Boyd McMartin Pugh, and Sophie Therapondos.

Sunday SChool ClaSSeS - 9:30-10:15 am

Nursery Care - The Nursery is open from 8:15-Noon every Sunday for children 0-3 years old. - First FloorBible Adventures (3 years old – 3rd grade) - Second Floor, Grade Level Classes.Challenger Class (grades 4 & 5) - Second Floor, Challenger Classroom.Youth Class (6th-12th Grades) - Third Floor, Youth Room.

20/30s Book Discussion - Blue Like JazzJoin us as we read Donald Miller’s, Blue Like Jazz - Nonreligious Thoughts on Christian Spirituality. For anyone wondering if the Christian faith is still relevant in a postmodern culture. For anyone thirsting for a genuine encounter with a God who is real. For anyone yearning for a renewed sense of passion in life. Blue Like Jazz is a fresh and original perspective on life, love, and redemption. Books provided.Led by Stephanie Haniford | 3rd Floor Youth Room

Feasting on the WordJoin us each week for a deeper exploration of the biblical texts of that day’s service. Our understanding of the Scriptures, read and proclaimed in worship, will be reinforced and expanded during this discussion.Led by: Michael O’Keefe, Bob Smith, and Amy Morriss | Land Building, Riverside

Toxic Giver…or Agent of Change?In his first letter, John wrote, “If anyone has material possessions and sees his brother or sister in need but has no pity, how can the love of God be in him?” But, you ask, “How can I help?” And, “How will I know if my gift has changed lives for the better?” The class will examine how our efforts can be more hurtful than helpful, and how to avoid unintended consequences of our contributions. Led by: Dave White & Cathy Franklin | Sundays, April 12-May 17 | Phifer Library

NEXT WEEK:

Combined Adult Sunday School Class Led by Selley Series Speaker, Rev. Dr. Joanna AdamsLed by: Rev. Dr. Joanna Adams | Sunday, April 19 | Frampton Fellowship Hall

uPCominG eventSTODAY:20/30s Lunch at New Orleans Hamburger & Seafood - Join us TODAY after the 10:30 a.m. service at New Orleans Hamburger & Seafood for our monthly lunch and fellowship! No need to RSVP, bring a friend and we'll see you there! Questions? Contact Genny Hagler, genny@scapc.org.

RHINO/Camp RHINO Ministry Director Position Open - For more info on the RHINO program, visit www.rhinonola.org. If interested, please send resume and cover letter to info@scapc.org.

Camp RHINO is Hiring! - Camp RHINO is hiring staff for its Summer 2015 sessions. If you or someone you know would like to apply for this eight-week, fun-fi lled commitment, please email rhino@scapc.org for an application.

Selley Preaching Series with Rev. Dr. Joanna Adams - Twenty years ago, the late Paul and Elizabeth Selley established the Selley Preaching Series through a generous gift to the church. Since then, the congregation of SCAPC has been treated to some of America’s fi nest preachers. Th is year is no exception as we are thrilled to welcome the Rev. Dr. Joanna Adams as the 2015 Selley Preacher. Joanna has served as Senior Pastor at Trinity Presbyterian Church in Atlanta, Fourth Presbyterian Church in Chicago, and Morningside Presbyterian Church in Atlanta. She will preach at both worship services on Sunday, April 19, and teach an adult Sunday School class in between. You will not want to miss her!

Presbyterian Women’s April Bible Study Meetings – Th is year’s study is titled, Reconciling Paul, A Contemporary Study of 2 Corinthians. All women are invited to join any of the PW Bible study groups (meeting once per month): • Th e Tuesday evening group will meet at 5:45 p.m. on April 14 in the Land Building. • Th e Monday group will meet at 11:45 on April 13 for lunch in Frampton Fellowship Hall.Questions? Contact PW Moderator, Betty Hope, hopehome@aol.com.

Erin Kolb of Poydras Home Discusses Elder Care Options at WNO on April 15 – Ms. Kolb, a MSW and LSCSW with over 10 years of experience at Poydras Home, will present a brief overview of the various elder care options available in the Greater New Orleans area and will explain the diff erence in care levels one can expect when comparing an Assisted Living facility to a traditional Nursing Home among others. Make your reservation today at www.scapc.org/wno. Wednesday, April 15 | 6:30 p.m. | Frampton Fellowship Hall

Join PW for Lunch & Presentation on Global Exchange to the Caribbean - PW Global Exchange participant Colleen Cates will off er a lunch presentation at SCAPC on Th ursday, April 16 at noon in FFH. Attendees will gain insight into her visions of HOPE in traveling to Curacao, the Dominican Republic, Guyana and Jamaica, reporting on the plight of women who are traffi cked and abused. While the story is compelling, we can help. To register contact Ann Van Horn (488-6050 or hvanhorn3@gmail.com).

20/30s Crawfi sh Boil - It's crawfi sh time at SCAPC! Come join us at the 20/30s Crawfi sh Boil! Saturday, April 18, 4:30 - 7 p.m., Land Building Lawn. Childcare provided with RSVP! To RSVP, e-mail Genny Hagler, genny@scapc.org or visit the 20/30s Facebook page: www.facebook.com/groups/SCAPC2030/.

Program of Hope Homeless Ministry Fundraiser - Come out for square dancing and dinner catered by our own favorite cook Jim Hobden on Saturday, April 18, at First Presbyterian Church (corner of South Claiborne & Jeff erson Avenue) from 6 to 10 p.m. Th e fundraiser will support the Program of Hope, a homeless ministry of seven local Presbyterian churches including SCAPC. Meet fellow Presbyterians and

COMING UP:

SAVE THE DATE:4/12 | Fourth Grade Luncheon4/12 | 20/30s Lunch - N.O. Hamburger & Seafood4/13 | MOMs Group4/13 | PW Noon Bible Study4/14 | PW Evening Circle Bible Study4/15 | WNO: Poydras Home VP, Erin Kolb4/16 | PW Global Exchange Presentation4/18 | 20/30s Crawfi sh Boil4/19 | Selley Series: Joanna Adams4/20 | MOMs Group4/21 | 20/30s PINTS4/27 | April Session Meeting

4/30 | Senior Adults' Cemetery Tour and Lunch5/3 | Gospel Music Sunday5/4 | MOMs Group5/5 | 20/30s PINTS5/7 | PW Book Club5/9 | 20/30s Golf Tournament5/10 | Confi rmation Sunday5/10 | Mother’s Day5/11 | MOMs Group5/11 | PW Noon Bible Study5/12 | PW Evening Circle Bible Study5/13 | WNO: Young Adult Volunteers5/18 | MOMs Group

enjoy an evening of good food and fun. Tickets are $15 and available from Emily Fleshman (emily@scapc.org or 897-0101 ext. 112) in the church offi ce.

20/30s PINTS - Join us for PINTS (Presbyterians Imbibing in Necessary Th eological Study) on Tuesday, April 21. Bring your favorite beverage and join us for theological discusion and fellowship! Questions? Contact Genny Hagler, genny@scapc.org, or join the FB Group: www.facebook.com/groups/SCAPC2030/.

Senior Adults’ Tour of Historic Lafayette Cemetery & Commander’s Palace Lunch – Join the Senior Adults for an informative cemetery tour (led by John Geiser) and delicious lunch to follow right across the street at Commander’s Palace! Register with a check for $35 per person (payable to SCAPC) to Emily Fleshman in the church offi ce. Th ursday, April 30, Meet at Washington Ave. cemetery entrance at 10:15 a.m. In event of rain, meet at Commander’s at 11:30 a.m.

Higher Education Scholarship Opportunities Now Available:Reddoch Educational Fund - Th is fund provides scholarships to rising Junior and Senior undergraduate college students who are members of St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church. Turfi tt Educational Fund - Th e Myron and Willie Mae Turfi tt Education Fund provides scholarships to seminary students who are active at St. Charles Avenue Presbyterian Church. Both applications may be obtained via Emily Fleshman (emily@scapc.org or 897-0101, ext. 112). Application deadline is May 1.

RHINO Th anks Bebe & Billy Marchal and Clif & Mary Jo Rhodes for hosting our volunteers from Seattle, WA during Holy Week; Ruth Hinson and Courtney & Jan Frankowski for hosting our new volunteers from Downingtown, PA last week; and Cathy & Durward Dunn for hosting our returning volunteers from Chicago, IL last week.

Emma Pegues, SCAPC's RHINO Ministry Coordinator for the past 18 months, has announced her resignation in order to accept a new position with Ochsner Hospital. While we wish her well, the church is sorry to see her go. Emma increased RHINO's visibility by creating a professional and informative website, marketed RHINO through a variety of social media platforms, and implemented an online payment process for volunteer registration. Under her capable leadership, Camp RHINO has grown to 7 weeks and over 300 campers...all this while she wears a smile and charms our wonderful volunteers and campers. Plus, she's been a great colleague and friend to all! She will remain an active member at SCAPC, including service on the Associate Pastor Nominating Committee. Emma will be recognized during today's 10:30 worship service.

Calendar oF eventSSunday, April 12, 2015 - Don Frampton preaching8:30 a.m. Chapel Worship Service & Communion9:30 a.m. Sunday School Classes (church wide)10:30 a.m. Sanctuary Worship Service & Communion11:30 a.m. 4th Grade Luncheon (Youth Room)11:30 a.m. 20/30s Brunch (N.O. Hamburger & Seafood)11:45 a.m. Cherub Choir (Choir Room)12:15 p.m. Ringers & Singers (Choir Room)4:45 p.m. Jr. High Youth Group (Youth Room)5:45 p.m. Youth Dinner (Youth Room)6:15 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group (Youth Room)

Monday, April 13, 201510:00 a.m. MOMs Bible Study (Challenger Classroom)11:45 a.m. PW Bible Study (FFH)1:30 p.m. Program Staff Meeting (PL)5:15 p.m. Community Ministry Committee Meeting (LB)6:00 p.m. 20/30s Leadership Team Meeting (LB)

Tuesday, April 14, 201510:30 a.m. SCAPC Staff Meeting (PL)5:45 p.m. PW Evening Bible Study (LB)

Wednesday, April 15, 20157:00 a.m. CBD Study Group (Between Th e Bread, 625 St. Charles Ave)12:30 p.m. Spiritually Hungry Women’s Bible Study Group (LB-Lakeside)

5:15 p.m. Men's Bible Study (Library)6:00 p.m. WNO Dinner & New Member Night (FFH)6:30 p.m. WNO Program - Erin Kolb, Poydras Home (FFH)7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Choir Room)

Th ursday, April 16, 20157:00 a.m. Th ursday Morning Bible Study & Prayer Group (LB-Riverside Room)10:00 a.m. PW Needlework Group (LB-Lakeside Room)12:00 p.m. PW Global Exchange to Caribbean Lunch & Presentation (FFH)

Saturday, April 18, 20154:00 p.m. 20/30s Crawfi sh Boil (LB Yard)

Sunday, April 19, 2015 - Joanna Adams preachingSelley Series8:30 a.m. Chapel Worship Service & Communion9:30 a.m. Sunday School Classes (church wide)10:30 a.m. Sanctuary Worship Service11:30 a.m. Christian Ed, Youth and Young Adult & Member Involvement Committee Meeting (LC)11:45 a.m. Cherub Choir (Choir Room)12:15 p.m. Ringers & Singers (Choir Room)4:45 p.m. Jr. High Youth Group (Youth Room)5:45 p.m. Youth Dinner (Youth Room)6:15 p.m. Sr. High Youth Group (Youth Room)

PL: Phifer Library | LB: Land Building | FFH: Frampton Fellowship Hall

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