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FOURTH SUNDAY OF ADVENT
DECEMBER 22, 2013
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 expected and encouraged
during worship.
SUNDAY WORSHIP
8:30 a.m. - Early Service
in the McCune Chapel
10:30 a.m. - Family Service
in the Sanctuary
SoJo Community in The
Lounge
*Will resume on Jan. 12, 2014.
SUNDAY SCHOOL
FOR ALL AGES
Will resume on Jan. 12, 2014.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT LIVE
Will resume on Jan. 15, 2014.
THE PEOPLES CHURCH
200 W. Grand River Ave.
East Lansing, MI 48823
517.332.5073
ThePeoplesChurch.com
OFFICE HOURS
During the week of Christmas and New Year’s holidays, please be aware
that many of our sta! members will be out of the o" ce and o" ce hours
will be limited. Your patience and understanding is appreciated.
CHURCH STAFF
Rev. Andrew Pomerville, Senior Pastor ext. [email protected]
Rev. Drew Filkins, Associate Pastor ext. 4448d [email protected]
Betsy Aho, Licensed Minister/Youth Director ext. [email protected]
Meaghan Gonzales, Children’s Christian Education Director ext. [email protected]
Dana Johnson, Preschool Director ext. [email protected]
Andy Mayville, Facility Director ext. [email protected]
Dee Przybylski, O" ce Administrator ext. [email protected]
Matt Treadwell, Communications Director ext. [email protected]
Dr. Jonathan Reed, Music Director o" [email protected]
Elizabeth Reed, Children’s Music Director o" [email protected]
Judy Kabodian, Organist o" [email protected]
COUNCIL OF ELDERS
The Council meets at 7 p.m. on the fourth Tuesday of each month, exclud-
ing December, in the Robertson Room.
Michelle Rick, Chairperson
SAVE THE DATE: HEARTS ON FIRE CHILI-COOK OFF
Sunday, Feb. 9, has been set for the annual Peoples Church Chili-Cook O� . Plan on
joining us in Snider Social Hall Following the 10:30 a.m worship service. We need
chili chefs, tasters and diners. Contact Kim Gools at [email protected].
ROOM KEY: C = Chapel; CC=Children’s Chapel
CTR = Centennial Room; CR = Choir Room; G = Gymnasium;
FH = Friendship Hall; L = Library; N = Newton; R = Rotunda;
RR = Robertson Room; S = Sanctuary; SSH = Snider Social Hall;
TL = The Lounge; YP = Youth Parlor
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 24
Noon Church O� ce Closed
6:00 p.m. Family Christmas Eve
Candlelight Worship Service (S)
10:00 p.m. Christmas Eve Candlelight
Worship Service with Sanctuary
Choir (S)
WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 25
CHURCH CLOSED
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 26
CHURCH CLOSED
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 27
CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED
SUNDAY, DECEMBER 29
ONE WORSHIP SERVICE ONLY
10:30 a.m. Worship Service (S)
WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK ... CONNECT
GROW
GIVE
NEW MEMBERS CLASS: JAN. 12
Are you interested in formally making The
Peoples Church your faith home? Learn more
at our next New Members Class on Jan. 12 in
the Robertson Room following the 10:30 a.m.
worship service. Child care is available upon
request. Please RSVP to Dee Prsybylski in the
church o! ce at 517.332.5073.
2014 MEN’S RETREAT
Mark it on your calendars: The men’s winter re-
treat is scheduled for February 21-23 at Mac-
Mullan Conference Center in Roscommon,
Mich. More information is coming soon.
‘LOOKING FOR LEGOS’
The Children’s Christian Education program is
looking for Lego building blocks – ALL kinds
(Star Wars, girls, boys, new or old). If you or
anyone you know would be interested in do-
nating used or new Lego building blocks, con-
tact Meaghan Gonzales at 517.908.4447 or de-
liver them to the church o! ce.
WPC JEWELRY SALE
The Women of Peoples Church are accept-
ing donations for their next Jewelry & More
Sale. Donations are tax deductible and can be
dropped of at the church o! ce.
ORDER OF WORSHIP
DECEMBER 22, 2013
Prelude (8:30 a.m.) “Prelude on an American Carol” Gilbert Martin
Prelude (10:30 a.m.) Traditional Carols
Coppertone Ringers directed by Elizabeth Reed
Welcome to The Peoples Church! Rev. Andrew Pomerville
Please pass the Friendship Roster located at the end of your pew.
Call to Worship (Inspired by Psalm 80)
Most Gracious God,
we greet you once again
in this sacred space.
We have come because we need to be reminded
of your love and your expectations for our living.
We are like the vine you planted,
watered and protected.
We know, in our hearts,
we need, want and desire your presence in our lives.
So we come in prayer
and listen for your Word to speak to our hearts
and reveal again your desires for us. Amen.
Gathering Hymn “Love Has Come” No. 110
(Please stand if able.)
Old Testament Reading Isaiah 7:10-16
(Pew Bible Page 686, Large Print Page 1,025)
Anthem “Christmastime” Smith/Carlson
Youth Choir directed by Elizabeth Reed
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Given In Loving Memory of ...
Dr. Harry Allis and Dr. Dave Mills, by Susan Allis.
Lyn J. Babbitt, by her husband, Paul.
My parents, Kathryn & Hugh Beachler, by Ken Beachler.
Randy Calkins, by Jean & Gary Calkins.
Parents Linda & John Dietrich, by Arylie Ann Campbell.
John Liechty and Gigi Cawood, by Jim & Connie Close.
Our fathers, Richard Luther and Judge Robert Danhof, by Bill & Nancy Danhof.
My parents, Harold & Vivian Laser, and sister, Marlene Laser Stemen, by Sandy Draggoo
Loved ones, by Jean & Jack Draper
Julie A. Eddie and Warren & Ruth Eddie, by Kim Warren Eddie
Carol O. Ekern, by Fran Ekern
Weldon & Dorothy Emerson and John & Joan Newhof, by Lynne Emerson
Jay & Polly Haight and Don & Mary Grummon, our beloved parents, by Phyllis & Dave Grummon
Billy & Virginia Hanel, by Duane & Patricia LeRoy and family
Our parents, Jean Harrison and Glen Dunn, by Michael and Debby Harrison
Roy H. Heil, by Marion Heil and Susan
Donald H. Huldin, by Lois Huldin
Kevin A. Kelly, who portrayed Christmas spirit every day!, by Jamie, Daniel & Michael Kelly
George & Katie Kerr, by Cal Kerr
George & Libby Kohl, beloved parents and grandparents, by Rachel & Linda Kohl
Keith & Barbara Lawton, by John & Mindy Lawton
Anna Jones, Louis Lessard, Sr., & Judy Lessard, by Alicia & Lou Lessard and family
Our son John Liechty, by Curt and Mary Liechty
Julie, by Bob & Audrey Martin
Celia Marxer and Carol Turner, by Frank Marxer
Don McMillan & our parents, Don & Verna Dickson and Bill & Ruth McMillan, by Barbara McMillan
Poinsettia Dedications
Larry Gieseler, by Helen Gieseler, Ray & Jan Perron
Our grandparents Polly & Jack Reed and Tom DeSimone, by Hallie & Christopher Reed
Carol & Paul Fowler, by Wes & Susan Reedy
Quentin & Ruth Stultz, Clive & Reva Rosenbrook and
Quentin F. Stultz II, by Gretchen & Dennis Rosenbrook
William & Adele Longhway and Glenna & Wayne Steinkamp, by Bob & Margie Steinkamp
Dr. & Mrs. Benjamin J. Stone, by The Stone Family
Richard W. Stubbs, by Eleanor & Family
Our loving grandparents, by Mike & Kathy Tungate and family
Our parents and John Liechty, by Steve & Lana Wagner
Herbert A. Wolford, by Lee Wolford
Our parents and grandparents, by Bill & Janet Woolsey, Debra & Jane
Given In Honor of ...
Our family, by Jack & Margaret Bates
Family and friends, past and present, by Patty & George Brookover
Our parents, Marie & Herbert Conner, Jr. and Irene & Robert Dosser, by Andy & Sandy Conner
Given In Celebration of ...
Our granddaughters, Beth and Kate, by Carol & Sandy Bryson
Liz Reed and Carol Choir Alumni, by the Buckberry Family
Our family, Bill, John, Kathleen, Jack and Lola, by Jake & Maxine Ferris
The life of my parents, Wilbur & Ruth Wright, and brothers, William Wright,
Richard Wright & Howard Wright, by Dr. Joan Wright
Given to the Glory of God ...
Gary & Susan Coopes
Audrey & Bob Martin
Poinsettia Dedications
Prayer of Confession (Inspired by Psalm 80)
Shepherd of Israel, we have turned away from you, neglecting the welfare
of your creation, ignoring the plight of your people, trampling on the
creatures and the plants you have made, taking from Earth what we
cannot give back. We have not helped our neighbors in need, kept peace
within our families, or tended the vine you have planted in our own lives.
Forgive us and lead us to a more gracious life. In your compassion, turn us
to your way. Restore us, O Lord God of hosts; let your face shine upon us,
and we shall be saved. Amen.
Celebration of Holy Communion (8:30 a.m.)
Children’s Moment (10:30 a.m.)
Passing the Peace of Christ (Please stand if able.)
The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you.
And also with you.
New Testament Reading Matthew 1:18-25
(Pew Bible Page 966, Large Print Page 1,468)
Sermon “What’s with a name?” Rev. Drew Filkins
Prayers of the People
(During the pastoral prayer there will be a time to o! er 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
temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the
glory, forever. Amen.
O! ertory (8:30 a.m.) “Lo, How a Rose” arr. Michael Burkhardt
O! ertory (10:30 a.m.) “In the Bleak Midwinter” Harold Drake
Sanctuary Choir directed by Dr. Jonathan Reed
Act of Praise (Please stand if able.)
Praise God, from whom all blessings � ow;
Praise God, all creatures here below;
Praise God above, ye heavenly host;
Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost.
Prayer of Dedication
Holy God, you bless us with many gifts, you retrieve us from despair
and fear, you visit us with surprising proclamations, and you intend for
us good things. We thank you for your steadfast love, for sending signs
of assurance, and for the gift of faith. Use our gifts to bring comfort and
justice to those in need, reforming the ways of our world for the sake of
new life. Amen.
Recognition of Betsy Aho
as Newly Licensed Minister
Questions for the Newly Licensed Minister
Do you trust in the Lord Jesus Christ your Savior, acknowledge him Lord of all
and Head of the Church, and through him believe in one God, Father, Son and
Holy Spirit?
Do you promise to further the peace, unity, and purity of the church?
Will you seek to serve the people with energy, intelligence, imagination and
love?
Question for the Congregation
Do we, the members of The Peoples Church, accept Betsy as a Licensed Minis-
ter in this place and agree to encourage her and support her as she grows in
ministry, serving Jesus Christ who alone is Head of the Church?
We do.
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6:00 p.m. Family Candlelight Worship ServiceMain Sanctuary
10:00 p.m. Candlelight Worship Service with Sanctuary ChoirMain Sanctuary
On December 29, there will be only one Sunday Worship Service
at 10:30 a.m. in the Main Sanctuary.
Sending Hymn “O Little Town of Bethlehem” No. 121
(Please stand if able.)
Benediction
(Please stand if able.)
Lighting of the “Light One Candle to Watch for Messiah” No. 85
Fourth Advent Candle
Postlude “God Rest Ye, Merry” arr. Michael Burkhardt