THE OLIN T. BINKLEY MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH

MARCH 25, 2018

THE WORSHIP OF GOD ON PALM SUNDAY

GATHERED IN THE GARDEN

RINGING OF THE SANCTUS BELL

THE PALM SUNDAY GOSPEL Mark 11:1-11 One: This is the Gospel of Christ! Many: Thanks be to God! LITANY

Ride on Lord Jesus. Upon a colt, over cloaks, under branches— ride on Lord Jesus.

Towards a city, through its gates, past the crowds— ride on Lord Jesus.

As Hosannas fade and enemies sneer, as danger closes and friends falter— ride on Lord Jesus.

Showing the way, teaching the truth, bringing life for all. In the name of the Lord— ride on Lord Jesus.

* HYMN IN PROCESSION Hosanna, Loud Hosanna see insert

Throughout the processional we will wave our palms and when prompted by a leader’s cry, “Blessed is the One who comes in the name of the Lord!” we will all respond, saying: “Hosanna! Hosanna in the Highest!”

Upon entry into the Sanctuary you are invited to wave your palm branches high and in procession we will sing, “Hosanna, Loud, Hosanna!” Please move toward the communion table and drop your palm into one of the two baskets.

* HYMN All Glory, Laud, and Honor see insert * INVOCATION Dale Osborne * PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST

One: The peace of Christ be with you! Many: And also with you!

Please greet one another with this ancient sign of welcome and extension of hospitality and peace.

ANTHEM Hosanna! Betty Ann Ramseth

Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna in the highest!

WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS Stephanie Ford Please pass the Friendship Registers found on each row. Complete the requested information and then

pass it back down the row. Thank you for worshipping with us at Binkley!

PRAYING & LISTENING

THE NEW TESTAMENT LESSON Philippians 2:5-11 * THE GOSPEL LESSON Mark 14:32-42

One: The Gospel of Christ! Many: Thanks be to God! * THE GOSPEL RESPONSE For the Wisdom in the Word

Children are invited to leave with Stephanie Ford for a time with children in the Chapel.

CALL TO PRAYER ‘Tis Midnight arr. Daniel Cherrix

‘Tis midnight, and on Olive’s brow the star is dimmed that lately shone; ‘tis midnight, in the garden now the suffering Savior prays alone.

‘Tis midnight, and, from all removed, the Savior wrestles lone with fears; e’en that disciple whom he loved heeds not the Savior’s grief and tears.

‘Tis midnight, and from heavenly plains is borne the song that angels know; unheard by mortals are the strains that gently soothe the Savior’s woe.

Go to dark Gethsemane, all who feel the tempter’s pow’r; your Redeemer’s conflict see,

watch with him one bitter hour: turn not from his griefs away; learn of Jesus Christ to pray.

THE MORNING PRAYER HELD IN SILENCE

O God, you have endowed faith with power to overcome the world, increase our faith. Help us at the beginning of his holiest of weeks to examine again our commitments, assumptions, and loyalties. Let the figure of Jesus Christ stand over us in mercy and in judgment, measuring our sin and pointing us to grace.

Illuminate the way for all who are confused. Quiet the troubled heart. Deliver those who are captive to mean and unworthy purposes.

Companion the bereaved, and comfort the dying.

We pray today for all who find themselves at work at the pressure points of history, amid the swirl of controversy. Expand our horizons, O God, lest the trials of the moment close us in to despair, and shut us out from the certainties that belong to all who love you and look for your appearing.

And as these mercies come, we will turn with thanks to you the giver.

Through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. From Ernest Campbell’s Where Cross the Crowded Ways: Prayers of a City Pastor

HEARING & RESPONDING

HYMN If We Just Talk of Thoughts and Prayers O WALY WALY

If we just talk of thoughts and prayers

And don’t live out a faith that dares, And don’t take away the ways of death,

Our thoughts and prayers are fleeting breath.

If we just dream of what can be And do not build community,

And do not seek to change our ways, Our dreams of change are false displays.

SERMON “Thoughts and Prayers, Jesus” Marcus McFaul HYMN If We Just Talk of Thoughts and Prayers

If we just sing of doing good And don’t walk through our neighborhood

To learn its hope, to ease its pain, Our talk of God is simply vain.

God, may our prayers and dreams and songs

Lead to a faith that takes on wrongs— That works for peace and justice, too. Then will our prayers bring joy to you.

DISCIPLINE OF SILENCE OFFERTORY Christus Factus Est Anton Bruckner

Christus factus est pro nobis obediens usque ad mortem, mortem autem crucis. Propter quod et Deus exaltavit illum et dedit illi nomen quod est super omne nomen.

And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross. Wherefore God also hath highly exalted him, and given him a name which is above every name.

Philippians 2: 8–9

* DOXOLOGY Please sign with the leader or simply sing. OLD HUNDREDTH

Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host;

Creator, Christ, and Holy Ghost. Amen. * AN INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP O Sacred Head, Now Wounded 202 If you wish to become a member of Binkley Baptist Church, you are invited PASSION CHORALE

to come forward during the hymn to be welcomed and received.

* RECEPTION & INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS 341 * BLESSING & BENEDICTION * VOLUNTARY Prelude on Passion Chorale Johann Gottfried Walther

Guests, welcome! We are so glad you have chosen to worship with us today. Please leave us your

information in the Friendship Register so we can get to know you better. The Palm Sunday greenery is given the glory of God and in memory of our maternal

grandmothers, Betty McFeeture and Grace Millwood by Scott Hawkins and Daniel Cherrix. We are grateful for the musical gifts offered today by The Children’s Choir; The Chancel

Choir; The Choral Scholars: Lexi Batchelor and Mandy McAllister, sopranos; Kennedy Crawford, mezzo-soprano; Ryan Rowe, tenor; Luke Boehm, bass; and Chris Sefton, trumpet.

Hearing assistance devices and children’s worship bags are available in the Narthex before the service begins.

Music reprinted by permission under OneLicense.net A-701712. Thank you for serving in the Nursery Heather McCuiston, Hser Ku, Lauren Rossitch, and Tay Nay Sar. * The Congregation standing as each is able.

NEXT SUNDAY: EASTER!

EASTER BREAKFAST GOODIES NEEDED: Bring a fresh flower, a smile, and a goodie to share. 9:30 am, Easter morning, in the Fellowship Hall. The tables will be laden with fruit, delicious breads, and breakfast casseroles. Contributions of casseroles will also be appreciated. Please sign up on Dale's door, and take a recipe home with you. OR, call Lillian Lee (919) 942-6528 or Sheryl Scrimsher (919) 599-0037. See you then.

Sunrise Service: 6:45 am Easter Breakfast: 9:30 am Service Prelude: 10:30 am

Worship: 11:00 am Easter Egg Hunt: 12:15 pm

WELCOME TO BINKLEY!

Binkley Baptist Church is a community of faith on a journey that calls for questioning, humility and conviction. As followers of Jesus, we embrace spiritual growth, mutual care, and service, assured that as we serve our neighbors, we joyfully serve God.

Intentionally inclusive, we welcome people of all races, sexual orientations, and cultures, respecting diverse religious experiences within the church and beyond. We invite others to join us in our commitment to peace, justice, and care for creation.

In a spirit of Christian love, we welcome you.

The mission of Binkley Baptist Church is building compassionate and joyful community,

freely exploring spiritual paths,

and pursuing justice and peace in the way of Jesus.

Hosanna, Loud Hosanna

THIS WEEK AT BINKLEY

Sunday 3/25 PALM SUNDAY

9:00 am Morning Celebration Lounge

9:30 am Sunday School

10:45 am Worship: Meet in the St. Francis Courtyard for Palm

Processional; Marcus McFaul preaching Courtyard/Sanctuary

12:15 pm Installation Planning Committee Library

12:15 pm Stations of the Cross Reception Fellowship Hall

4:00 pm Labyrinth available for walking Sanctuary

5:00 pm Youth Choir Choir Room

6:00 pm Youth Group Sunroom/Lounge

Monday 3/26 1:00 pm Safety Committee Sunroom

7:00 pm Human Resources Committee Library

Tuesday 3/27 9:30 am Staff Meeting Library

10:30 am Daytime Book Group Lounge

1:00 pm Sermon Shaping Library

6:00 pm Discipleship Class Library

Wednesday 3/28 Binkley serves lunch and dinner at IFC

9:00 am Morning Prayer Chapel

6:00 pm Children’s Choir Choir Room

7:30 pm Chancel Choir Choir Room

Thursday 3/29 6:00 pm Maundy Thursday Service Fellowship Hall

Friday 3/30 12:00 pm Good Friday Service Sanctuary

Sunday 4/1 EASTER SUNDAY

6:45 am Sunrise Service St. Francis Courtyard

9:30 am Easter Breakfast Fellowship Hall

10:30 am Service Prelude Sanctuary

11:00 am Worship: Marcus McFaul preaching Sanctuary

12:15 pm Easter Egg Hunt Big Playground

ANNOUNCEMENTS BREAKFAST SNACK DONATIONS NEEDED BY APRIL 4: Our Children’s Place is a program committed to the welfare of children of incarcerated parents. On Saturday, April 7, fathers and children will be reunited for a morning of art activities and games. Mini muffins, granola bars, juice boxes, and paper products (cups, plates, napkins, utensils) requested. Look for box in the Narthex labeled “Breakfast for Our Children’s Place.” Thanks, Stephanie

BINKLEY BODIES AND SOULS FOR JUSTICE: When Orange County Justice United (JU) needs large numbers of church people to show powerful citizen support for important public issues, Binkley Bodies and Souls for Justice springs alive into action. One such time will come on Tuesday, April 10. A JU Public

Assembly will address affordable housing, jobs, and immigration in Orange County. We need to show public officials and candidates that there is wide support for addressing these issues. JU is asking Binkley Church to send at least 10 to 15 people. JU will challenge Board of Education candidates to support measures to make it easier for Latino and other immigrants to succeed in school and find employment. The affordable housing team will present a plan for providing housing quickly for low income people who are homeless or near homeless. The meeting will be at Lattisville Grove Missionary Baptist Church, 1701 Jimmy Ed Rd, Hurdle Mills, from 7 to 9 p.m. Bus transportation is available from both the United Church of Chapel Hill and St. Thomas More Church. To reserve a seat on one of the busses, please go to one of the following links: For St. Thomas More, http://www.ocjusticeunited.org/bus_ride_to_action_stm For United Church of Chapel Hill, http://www.ocjusticeunited.org/bus_ride_to_action_ucch For more information, please contact Paul Lindsay, 919-604-1699 or plindsay2@aol.com.

FAITH CONNECTIONS ON MENTAL ILLNESS: Apr. 13, 8 am, St. Thomas More: Cultivating Mental Health: This conference will be held at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Chapel Hill on Friday, April 13 from 8 am to 4:15 pm. Learn more about the conference and how to register at http://www.faithconnectionsonmentalillness.org/annual-conference.html.

THE 2018 CROP WALK IS APRIL 22: We hope you'll join the Binkley CROP Walk Team! Celebrate Earth Day weekend by joining this fun and rewarding walk! You can join on-line by going to the Binkley CROP WALK website https://www.crophungerwalk.org/chapelhillnc/binkley (click "Join Our Team" mid-page). If you are planning to collect cash and check donations, you can pick up a team member packet on Dale's door anytime. We will begin tabling in the narthex on April 8, so you can also pick up your walker's packet, give a donation, or buy a CROP Walk T-shirt then.

FROM PEACE AND JUSTICE: The Binkley Peace and Justice Action and Outreach Committees sponsor a table at the annual Chapel Hill-Carrboro NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet. The banquet is onApril 28 at 6:00 p.m., Chapel Hill Sheraton Inn. Banquet tickets are $50. A few tickets already purchased are available to others as needed: see Dale. Funds raised support ongoing local branch efforts, scholarships, and the NAACP Legal Defense Fund. For information and tickets, contact Tom Fewel, tfewel@gmail.com.

INQUIRER’S CLASS TO START APRIL 29: The Inquirer’s Class is a four-session opportunity for anyone interested in uniting with Binkley to learn more about our mission and ministries. It is also designed for those who’ve recently joined the church. The class will meet during the Sunday School hour (9:45-10:40 am) for four consecutive weeks (4/29, 5/6, 13, and 20). The final session on May 20 falls on Pentecost Sunday and will include breakfast. Marcus McFaul will facilitate the class. If you plan to attend, please RSVP to office@binkleychurch.org by April 24.

LENTEN ART IN OUR SANCTUARY: Angels as Messengers: Sculptures: The angel sculptures displayed on the Communion table employ a variety of media and styles and will vary from week to week. They reflect the unique forms of these messengers envisioned by contemporary artists from throughout the world. The angels are on loan from the private collection of a member of our church. They remind us to open our hearts and minds to the Divine. Prints: The 22 images of angels displayed on the walls of the Sanctuary encompass styles ranging from folk art to Old Master. They are arranged as a timeline from Old to New Testament. The oldest image in the group is by an unknown artist of the 13th century; the most recent by an “outsider” artist who designed album covers for R.E.M. and Talking Heads. The exhibit begins on the left wall as you enter the sanctuary with the “Adoring Angel” from the N.C. Museum of Art and continues clockwise, ending at the right side with “Angel Holding a Sun,” by English artist William Morris. The collection was assembled by members of Binkley’s Fine Arts Committee with the permission of major art museums and private collectors. Exhibit notes are provided to help with your interpretation. Myra Knight, Chair, Fine Arts Committee

HOLY WEEK OFFERINGS

WALK THE LABYRINTH: The labyrinth is an ancient spiritual tool. Its winding walk symbolizes a pilgrim’s walk with God. First recorded as used by Christians in the 4th century, the labyrinth is an archetype found in all religious traditions. In walking the labyrinth, you may pray, let go of burdens, meditate, rededicate mind and heart, or simply be. After worship on Palm Sunday, Binkley members, along with 7 other area congregations, will transform the Sanctuary by laying a labyrinth in the middle. The labyrinth is available throughout Holy Week.Come as you are; children are also welcome!

Special Opportunities:

Children’s Walk, Sunday, March 25, 4-4:45 pm. This is a group walk, so please

plan on arriving in time for the 4 pm start time. Meet in the Narthex.

Friends of Christ School Labyrinth Walk,

open to all, Wednesday, March 28, at 10 am,

beginning in the Chapel.

DEEPENING INTO THE LABYRINTH EXPERIENCE – An Opportunity for Walkers: The meditative experience of walking the labyrinth is beautiful, and unique to each time of walking, and complete in itself. And yet, when you’ve finished, you may feel the wish to spend some time absorbing it further. You are welcomed to the Chapel, where you’ll find a table in the corner, with paper and pens for your journaling, and colored pencils for your drawing. May your meditations sink deep within, and nurture you in growth and healing.

THE WELCOME LIGHT IS LIT: A Special Invitation during Holy Week: During Lent, we are encouraged to take a fresh look at how we pray, how we meditate, how we might offer our presence and companionship to one another. This year the Deacons want to offer a personal welcome for any who come to the Chapel during Holy Week, beginning with Palm Sunday on March 25, and going through Holy Saturday on March 31. We are scheduling times when a candle will be lit, and a person will be present in silent welcome for any who come. Anyone who’d like to volunteer as a Chapel companion is invited to sign up—check your Friday Update or March Newsletter for instructions on signing up.This invitation comes from a collaboration between Melinda Wilde, Diaconate chair, and Meredith Bratcher. Best wishes for your practices during this Lent; may they work and turn the soil of the inner life, and help to enliven the seeds of kindness, peace, and love already planted there.

STATIONS OF THE CROSS: During Holy Week, March 26-30 in Binkley’s Fellowship Hall, you will find an opportunity to pray for health and support for people living with a mental illness: the Stations of the Cross, created to also further understanding of mental illness and local resources for mental health. This compelling artistic rendering by Mary Button was first offered at University UMC during Lent 2016. As you walk the stations, you are invited to meditate on Christ’s suffering, even as you pray for persons with specific mental illnesses and consider local efforts to bring healing and hope. Binkley members are invited to enjoy some light refreshments in the Fellowship Hall following worship on March 25 when the stations will begin their display.

LABYRINTH AVAILABLE FOR WALKING

Sunday, March 25 4 pm-8:30 pm

Monday, March 26 6:30 am-8:30 pm

Tuesday, March 27 6:30 am-8:30 pm

Wednesday, March 28 6:30 am-6 pm The labyrinth will be offered in silence with no music on Wednesday.

Thursday, March 29 6:30 am-6 pm

Friday, March 30 6:30 am-1:30 pm Music Meditation: 11-12 Good Friday Service: 12-1

DEACON ELECTIONS

On April 15, we will elect new deacons to take office in May. These new deacons will replace those completing their three-year terms: Roal Carlson, Lillian Lee, Tim Ross, Brennetta Simpson, Karen Van Manen and Melinda Wilde. The new deacons will join Chair-elect Terry Huneycutt-Horn and Gretchen Aylsworth, Margie Billinger, Marcella Burk-Groon, Stuart Cantrell, Barbara Davis, Tom Fewel, Lyn Lamont, Allan Maltbie, and Anne Winfield. Our congregation speaks of the mission of Binkley Baptist Church as “building compassion and joyful community”. Deacons personify this by assisting our ministers in pastoral care for the congregation. This may differ from deacon to deacon as each decides how best to reach out to those members assigned to him/her in order to deepen our congregational connections.

A list of Binkley members eligible to serve as new deacons will be posted in the narthex in the coming weeks. I hope that you will prayerfully consider leaving your name on the list of possible nominees this year. If you feel you are not able to serve as a deacon at this time, please mark your name off this list or notify Stephenie Sanders in the church office by April 9. The names remaining will become the nominees on the ballot on April 15. It has been my great joy to serve as your Diaconate Chair this past year. ~Melinda Wilde

What it means to be a Deacon…

Pastoral Care General Contact Reach out via phone, email, card, or visit following initial assignment of

member/family. Recognize special occasions such as birthdays, anniversaries,

graduations, etc. Notify church office, Deacon Buddy, and your Deacon

Families if you are going to be away for an extended period of time. At Christmas and Easter, deliver remaining poinsettias and lilies (after the services)

to members of your Deacon Family who are ill, shut-in, or recently bereave

New Members Contact monthly for the first several months to ensure that they feel welcomed

and are assimilating to the church.

Serious Illness/Crisis/Problem When aware or alerted by the church office, contact the member to offer

support and to ask how you can assist. If made aware by the member, contact

the pastor(s).

Death in family Talk with the family before the funeral/memorial service and ask how you can support them; coordinate with Deacon Chair and pastors regarding needs of the

family; attend the service, if possible; maintain contact with bereaved persons

over time

Worship/Church Life

Monthly meetings and informal updates Attend and actively participate in regular meetings of the Diaconate normally

held the first Monday of each month.

Communion Serve Communion at designated services, generally the first Sunday of each

month, and provide communion assistance at Carolina Meadows.

Worship Greeters Serve as a Greeter at one of the entrances prior to Church School and Sunday

Worship services. Alert the ministers to the presence of visitors.

Nomination of officers Identify nominees for Church Council offices and committee chairpersons as

prescribed in the Constitution.

Birth of Baby The Sunday after a baby’s birth (child, grandchild), place a rose on the

Communion table. After the service, give the rose to the family.

Maundy Thursday Volunteer to prepare, serve, or assist with set-up/clean-up for this evening

event. This is a Deacon Sponsored event..

New Member Orientation When possible, volunteer to assist with orientation sessions for new and

prospective church members.

BINKLEY PRAYER CONCERNS AND JOYS

CHURCH FAMILY

Allen Davidson Jo Flair

Ellen Stutts John Holt

Meredith Bratcher Priscilla Bratcher

Rachel Avery Gladess Crisp

Edith Wiggins Terry Huneycutt-Horn

HEALTH CENTER RESIDENTS AND THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL

Ann Overton Carolyn Kozelka Weldon Thornton Bill Moffitt Bill Bodkin

EXTENDED FAMILY

Nanh & Veo Siu (Ehn Rocham &

Phyut Siu) The Binkley Church Council The Binkley Diaconate

Aaron and Vianey Perkinson, Assam AFB, South Korea (Nape Baker)

Bill Elcome & Karen Koop (Barbara Harris) Dean Johnson (Terry Huneycutt-Horn) Valerie and Percell Harper (April Harper) Maria de la Mata Bruno (Maribel Bruno) David Houser (Lynn Houser) Mary Alice Kearley (Christine Jernigan) Jesse & Mary Ann Cantrell (Stuart Cantrell) Joan Hammond (Tim Bradshaw) Johnny O’Neal (Janet O’Neal) Torren Kudzal, US Army (Roal Carlson) Diane Kudla (Marge Miles) Melanie Minton Nault (Mae Lee Waddell) Bill Maher (Larry McManus) Tammy Jordan (Roy Brock) Ann & John Glover (Alice Glover) Dan McInnis (Gary Stutts) Betsy Bradley (Julie Lentz) Ethan Zolit (Martha Hutt) Dirk Leiser (Mary Lou Smith) Don Knight (Josiah & Myra Knight) Linda Cox (Karen Long) Suzie Michael (Karen Long) Scott Carpenter (Libba Wells) Pinheiro Baptist Church, Maceio, Brazil John Bankhead (Stewart Bankhead) Tan & Scott Coats (Burma missionaries) Frank Shandor (Marge Miles)

OUR STAFF

Senior Minister Associate Minister Minister of Christian

Formation Minister of Music and

Organist Marcus McFaul Dale Osborne Stephanie Ford Daniel C. Cherrix

marcus@binkleychurch.org dale@binkleychurch.org stephanie@binkleychurch.org daniel@binkleychurch.org

919-237-9120 919-237-9125 919-928-5873 919-928-5491

Business Manager Office Manager Sexton Duane Gilbert Stephenie Sanders Charles Myhand

business@binkleychurch.org office@binkleychurch.org sexton@binkleychurch.org

919-237-9123 919-928-5892

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