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January 5, 2020 Epiphany
Communion Sunday
We are a family of faith,
called to celebrate God’s message
of love and forgiveness in Jesus Christ.
Guided by the living Word of God, we nurture one another
through worship, prayer, teaching and fellowship.
Led by the Holy Spirit, we reach out
with hearts and hands to those in need,
seeking to inspire hope in an ever-changing
community and world.
(FPCP Vision Statement)
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the Lord’s day in Worship at First Presbyterian Church, Plymouth, MI
PRELUDE “Wise Men Seeking Jesus” F. Ritter WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Rev. Emily Riley Campbell CHILDREN ARE DISMISSED FOR SUNDAY SCHOOL *PASSING OF THE PEACE
*PROCESSIONAL HYMN NO. 236 “As With Gladness” +++ PRAYER OF PRAISE AND CONFESSION CHORAL ANTHEM “Everlasting Glory, Everlasting Light” arr. Marsh Chancel Choir SCRIPTURE LESSON Matthew 2:1-12 Tom Weaver
SONG OF RESPONSE NO. 233 “We Three Kings of Orient Are” (chorus only) O star of wonder, star of night, star with royal beauty bright, westward leading, still proceeding, guide us to thy perfect light.
CALL TO OFFERING OFFERTORY “Be Thou My Vision” Rutter Chancel Choir
*DOXOLOGY NO. 34 *PRAYER OF DEDICATION Tom Weaver
*CONGREGATIONAL CAROL NO. 229 “The First Noel” (vs. 1-3,6) +++ SERMON “Chasing the Light” Rev. Emily Riley Campbell +++ SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION INVITATION: (All who love the Lord Jesus Christ and would be His faithful disciples, are invited to His table.)
GREAT PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING THE LORD’S PRAYER (unison)
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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen. COMMUNION ANTHEM “Take and Eat” Grier Chancel Choir
AFFIRMATION OF FAITH FPCP Vision Statement (sung)
We are a family of faith called to celebrate God’s message of love and forgiveness in Jesus Christ. Guided by the living Word of God, we nurture one another through worship and prayer, through teaching and fellowship. Led by the Holy Spirit, we reach out with hearts and hands, we reach out with hearts and hands to those in need, seeking to inspire hope in an ever changing community and world. We are a family of faith.
*CONGREGATIONAL CAROL NO. 231 “Arise, Your Light Is Come!” *THE CHARGE *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE “Good Christian Men, Rejoice” K. Varner *All who are able are invited to stand +++Please be seated
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Food-Allergy-Friendly Communion Bread For some time, gluten-free bread has been offered in a separate dish in the center of the communion tray. The gluten-free bread is now free of the eight major food allergens (milk, wheat, soy, egg, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and shellfish)* as well. Please note, however, that the bread is made in a facility that uses eggs. The bread is also being cut using a clean knife and cutting board that do not come in contact with the regular communion bread. If you require gluten-free or allergen-free bread, please take from the center dish. If you do not need this special bread, please continue to take the regular bread, and kindly refrain from touching the center dish, as your fingers may spread gluten or allergens. Thank you!
*A complete ingredient list is available at right:
COMMUNION Gluten Free Bread Ingredient Label:
Today’s floral arrangements are dedicated to the Glory of God, and…
in loving memory of all the loved ones we lost in the past year, by Frederick and Kimberly Heldmeyer.
Our Deacons of the Day are: Bev Girard and Kris Black Our Ushers at 9:30 are: Elizabeth Detter, Brian Detter, John Roose & Linda Luke
Counting Team this week: Stu Dodge, Barry Simescu and Mike Bode
The Work of Christmas by Howard Thurman, African-American theologian, educator, and civil rights leader (mentor of Martin Luther King) When the song of the angels is stilled, when the star in the sky is gone, when the kings and princes are home, when the shepherds are back with their flocks, the work of Christmas begins: to find the lost, to heal the broken, to feed the hungry, to release the prisoner, to rebuild the nations, to bring peace among the people, to make music in the heart.
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Order of Worship The UPPER ROOM
Service Leader: Rev. Emily Riley Campbell
Worship Leaders: Geff Phillips and Kylee Phillips-Fisher
Liturgist: Sue Kage
Ushers this morning: Dixie Fee and Audrey Williams
Opening Praise: “Called Me Higher”
“We Three Kings”
Opening Video: “The Christmas Dilemma: Wise Man”
Scripture Lesson: Matthew 2:1-12
Offering: “God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen/Star of Wonder”
Sermon: “Chasing the Light”
Communion: “So Will I”
Closing Praise: “10,000 Reasons”
Worship Schedule for January 2020
Sanctuary / Upper Room 9:30 a.m./11:05 a.m.
January 12 Guest Speaker, both services Sanctuary Service: Chancel Choir Upper Room: Geff Phillips January 19 Rev. Campbell preaching both services Sanctuary Service: Chancel Choir Upper Room: Geff Phillips January 26 Rev. Campbell preaching both services Sanctuary Service: Children Sing; Guest Soloist Upper Room: Geff Phillips
*indicates communion
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Praise & Thanksgiving Congratulations to new grandparents George & Heidi Herr - baby Avery Joy Holland was born to CJ & Alena (Herr) Holland December 12, 2019. Congratulations to new grandparents Frank & Lisa Benages - baby Mason Joseph Moravcik was born to Erik and Kristen (Benages) Moravcik, December 2, 2019.
Prayer Concerns Please pray for the following church members and friends who are in special circumstances. In the listings below members’ names will be printed in bold type. The names of family & friends will be printed in italic. Questions or concerns about the prayer list
should be directed to [email protected]. Names are only left in the bulletin for one month unless you call again or the office is aware
of the circumstances.
Family & Friends of Members Vivian Walther, sister of Louise Hinkson
Joe Caruana, friend of Steve & Sandy Marulis Bill Piercy, friend of Elizabeth Detter
Natalie Kirk, great-niece of Steve & Sandy Marulis Adam, nephew of Jerry & Peggy Kmieciak
Bob Hubbard, brother of Heidi Herr Richard Hubbard, father of Heidi Herr Lori Robertson, friend of Tina Cregeur
Elizabeth Sturgill, friend of Rich Rej Logan, son of Karen Danke’s cousin, Christine Miller
Janice, friend of Kathy Bernard Paula Cullison, mother of (Amber) & Tyler Cronin
Dawn Oldani, friend of Rich & Dawn Rej Salima Emara, friend of Rich Rej Thom, brother of Tom & Sue Kage
Mary Miller, mother of Julie Heasley Dave Richards, son of Dave & Milanne Richards
Rev. Fergus Buchanan, friend of Doug & Emily Campbell Adriana Sandoval Villalobos, friend of Carol Dobos
Donna Corey, sister-in-law of Kay Bruner
Members In Assisted Living
Millie Ferrari Barbara Mason
Don Morgan Betty Morrow
Lila & Doug Vincent Beth Walch
Pete Burt Sally Evans Don Dodge
Carol Duncan Millie Ferrari
Louise Hinkson Gwyn Jones
Claire Leginza
Diana Markley Nancy Mormon Dave Richards
Vic Rizzo Veralou Scott Linda Smith Beth Walch
Victoria Whipple
Members
Cynthia Alexander Elizabeth Gribble
Meera Martin Nancy Morman
Members Receiving Long-term Care
Our Sympathies
To Sharon Kaufman and family, whose friend, Dr. Mark Santamaria, passed away on December 31, 2019 To Todd Underhill and family, whose mother, Dorothy Underhill, passed away on December 27, 2019 To Dorothy Parmentier, whose husband, Bill Parmentier, passed away on December 23, 2019 To Krista Jewett and family, whose father, Richard Harrison Kirchoff, passed away on December 12, 2019 To the family of Dennis Aten, friend of Ted & Lynne Porter, who passed away on December 11, 2019 To Jon & Kathleen Meldrum, whose brother, Chris Meldrum, passed away on December 7, 2019 To Katherine Gotshall, whose mother, Marian Gotshall, passed away on December 9, 2019 To the family of Cindy Merrifield, who passed away on December 2, 2019
Prayer Requests
In 2020, 23,000 children will age out of foster care in this country. This month, we are praying that: Every child that ages out of the foster care system
would have the resources necessary to survive as an adult living on their own…
Every aged out child will have a support system of adults in our community who will guide them through this process…
God would reveal ways for the people and churches in Michigan to tangibly support children who must age out without ever being part of a forever family.
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Family Ministry News
PreK - 5th Grade SUNDAY SCHOOL
9:30 a.m. PreK Room 038 11:00 a.m. PreK Room 038 K-3 Room 041 K-5 Room 041 Club 45 Room 042
Nursery Care is available at both services in room 138
December & January Sunday School: Jan. 5 - Regular Sunday School: children start in worship & can be picked up in classrooms after services Jan 12 - Regular Sunday School: children start in worship & can be picked up in classrooms after services Jan 19 - Third Sunday Sing: after 9:30 service, children can be picked up in Fellowship Hall Jan 26 - Kids sing at 9:30 Service. No Sunday School at 11:00 a.m.
Youth Ministry News High School Youth Group The High School Youth Group is off to Spring Hill next weekend (Jan 10 - 12th). We resume regular youth group on Sunday, January 19th!
Middle School Youth Group We resume on January 8th at 6:30 p.m. See you then!
SUNDAY SCHOOL: Middle School/High School Sunday School (9:30 a.m.) This week Tom is teaching “Purpose”
Youth Mission Trip 2020 This year's youth mission trip is going to be to Colina De Luz Orphanage in Mexico! The trip will take place August 2nd-8th 2020. The trip is open to all students who have completed 7th grade thru their Senior year. The information meeting will take place on Sunday, January 19th at Noon in the High School Room. All students and parents who would like to find out more information on this trip should plan on attending this meeting.
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News & Announcements
2020 Pledge envelope boxes are in the hallway by the reception office. Please stop by and pick up your box the next time you are here! Thank you!
Care Corps Threshold Singers Rescheduled The Threshold Singers were scheduled to sing for us in November but were canceled due to the snowstorm. The program is back on the calendar for January 13th. What are the Threshold Singers, you ask. . . About 200 such groups have formed since the first was founded in 2000 in California. Layla Ananda of the Ann Arbor group describes their mission this way, "Threshold choirs sing to people in the midst of a transformative life event: most often dying, but also recovering from illness or surgery, going through difficult emotional times, or being in chronic pain. They sing in hospitals and hospices, at nursing homes, in private homes, and once in a while, for the general public." The Ann Arbor choir will sing for us on Monday, January 13th, at 7:15 PM in the Hearth Room. All FPCP members are invited and you're welcome to bring a friend or family member, as always. The deacons will provide a soup supper in the Hearth Room at 6:30. At least one of the soups will be vegetarian. There is no need to RSVP. It's also fine if you want to come for one part of the evening and not the other. We'll be glad to see you! For the Care Corps Team, Sharon Holcomb Care Corps: Caring for Ourselves, Caring for Others
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News & Announcements
Fitness in Christ Update: Nutrition and Yoga classes are starting this January!
Did you know that you make over 200 nutrition decisions a day? Interested in eating healthier in the New Year?
Denise Stewart, RD, is partnering with Fitness in Christ for a casual round-table discussion about “The Basics of a Healthy Plate” on Tuesday, January 14, 2020 at 7pm in the Hearth Room. Kick-off 2020 with tips and strategies for making healthy nutrition choices to help you be all that God created you to be! Sign up is available online at: http://fpcp.net/adults/fitness-in-christ-nutrition-yoga-classes.
Yoga for EveryBODY!! Begin the new year with physical and spiritual wellness! Come join us at 6pm on Thursday, January 23, Thursday, February 20th and Thursday, March 19th for a one hour basic yoga class! Lisa Petty, RYT 200, will guide a basic yoga sequence of poses; seated and standing. Lisa is a member of our congregation who teaches beginner and flow yoga at several local studios. This will be beneficial and fun for everyone; all levels are welcomed!
Yoga for a safe, strong back! Learn yoga poses to strengthen your back as well as how to move safely in a yoga practice to avoid back strain. This yoga class is appropriate for all levels. Participants must be able to get up and down off the floor (it doesn’t need to be graceful!). The class will be taught by FPCP member Sharon Holcomb, a registered yoga instructor, Thursday, February 6th and Thursday, March 5th at 6 pm. Sign up for all classes at www.fpcp.net/signups. Yoga participants should wear clothing that allows easy movement and bring clothing for warmth such as socks and a sweatshirt. Bring a yoga mat, a blanket or beach towel, and yoga blocks if you have them. If you have extra blocks, please bring some to share. If you bring your own water bottle (think green!), please be sure the top will close securely. There will be a “free will” offering after the nutrition and yoga classes with the proceeds benefitting one of FPCP’s mission partners. Questions? Please contact Patrick Murphy, pkadysmurphy[@]yahoo.com
3 John 1:2 “Dear friend, I hope all is well with you and that your body is as healthy as I know your soul is.”
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Deacons
SAVE THE DATE - JANUARY 26, 2020 DEACON SOUP AND COOKIE COOKOFF
The Deacons are sponsoring a Soup and Cookie cookoff and are looking for people who like to cook, people who like to bake, and people who like to eat. Do you make a delicious soup you'd like to share, or bake a cookie that everyone wants the recipe
for? You can share your talents with the rest of the church between and after services on Jan. 26, 2020. Do you prefer to taste test delicious food? Then come that day, vote for your favorite soup and cookie, and help us pick a winner. Signup sheets will be posted in January. Don’t miss this chance for food, fun, and fellowship!
Did you know? If you are a regular financial giver to FPCP, thank you! Every gift is a blessing that works to glorify God. Did you know that just filling out an estimate of giving helps the church? How so? Estimates help reduce uncertainty in the budget planning that is happening this time of year. By reducing this uncertainty, ministries can focus on their vision and purpose, not on their funding. Please consider filling out a non-binding estimate of giving. It is understood that circumstances can change a family’s ability to contribute. Regardless, having an estimate will allow your contributions to be put to the most efficient use in the 2020 budget. Forms are available in the back of the Sanctuary pews and Upper Room chairs. Completed forms may be sent to the church to the attention of Stu Dodge. All who complete a form will receive pledge envelopes to help identify their contributions to the offering plate. Thank you for your commitment of financial support to FPCP. The Stewardship Committee
News & Announcements
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WEDNESDAY MORNING WOMEN’S BIBLE STUDY
AMP - A Morning’s Peace & W3 – Women in the Word on Wednesdays JUDE: Contending For The Faith In Today’s Culture by Jackie Hill Perry January 8 – February 19, 2020 (7 weeks) 9:30 – 11:30 A.M. Cost: $20 (Materials & Study Guide)
While often overlooked, the Book of Jude remains as relevant today as the time it was written. God has commanded His beloved church to do the necessary work of contending for the faith in a world of unbelief, and as we do, He will keep us from falling into the same deception. This study dives into themes of being called, loved, and kept, as we learn how to point others to Jesus in grace and truth. We serve others well when we share the whole gospel with them, not just the parts deemed attractive by our culture. This Bible study is for women of all ages and is structured to meet once a week for 7 consecutive sessions. Jude is a daily Bible Study intended for women who are committed to the challenge of daily course work and spiritual growth. A DVD lesson is shown in class each week with small group discussion to follow. Class meets from 9:30 – 11:30 A.M. Contact Rev. Emily Campbell (emilycampbell[@]pcp.net) or Sue Kage (skage[@]comcast.net) with questions and/or register online at: http://fpcp.net/signups. Sign-up is also available on the Life Long Learning bulletin board by the elevator. Please register by January 5. 2020.
Life Long Learning
Men’s Bible Study – Paul’s Letter to the Romans – Starting Jan. 4 To all Men: have you been feeling a “tug” to spend more time in the Bible? Starting on Saturday, January 4, 7:30-9:00 am, we’ll start an 18-week study of Paul’s letter to Roman Christians. We’ll use N. T. Wright’s commentary (“Romans for Everyone”) and study guide to lead us. Cost of materials - $6 (for Study Guide only); $20 (for Guide and Vol. 1 of Wright’s commentary - - highly recommended). For info, please contact Tom Weaver ttw[@]comcast.net. Thanks!
“The Door is Always Open!”
Tuesday Evening Bible Study begins 10-week study on January 14 “What On Earth Am I Here For”, by Rick Warren
“What on Earth Am I Here For?,” an expanded edition of “the Purpose Driven Life” by Rick Warren, has been adopted by the Tuesday Evening Bible Study for the period of January 14 through March 17, 2020. Over ten-weeks, Dale Frank will be leading us in a study of “Seeing Life from God’s View.” The class meets from 7:15 to 8:45 p.m. in the Chapel on Tuesday evenings. While people are welcome to join the discussion any week, our understanding will build from week to week during the study. Study materials include the text book and “Daily Inspiration for the Purpose Driven Life,” containing Bible scriptures and reflections. Sign up on the form on the bulletin board to the left of the elevator in the church hallway or on the “Sign-Ups” page of the church website. Questions? Please e-mail Nancy White at nancyjwhite[@]comcast.net
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This Week at Our Church
Sunday, January 5- Communion, Epiphany/Star Sunday 9:00 a.m. - Chancel Choir Rehearsal, Knox Hall 9:30 a.m. - Sanctuary Service, PreK - 12th Grade Sunday School 11:05 a.m. - Upper Room Service, PreK - 5th Grade Sunday School 6:00 p.m. - Continuing the Word Bible Study, Chapel (#120) 7:00 p.m. - Listening to Jesus, Responding in Faith, Hearth Room (#124) Monday, January 6 7:00 p.m. - Building & Grounds Committee Meeting, Library (#123) 7:30 p.m. - Worship Committee Meeting, Hearth Room (#124) Tuesday, January 7 9:30 a.m. - Staff Prayer & Meeting, Library (#123) 7:00 p.m. - FPCP Partners in Earth Care Meeting, Hearth Room (#124) Wednesday, January 8 9:30 a.m. - Wednesday Morning Women’s Bible Study, Chapel (#120) 6:30 p.m. - APNC Meeting, Library (#123) 6:30 p.m. - Kid Min, FH/Dining Room/Classroom (#027,#028, #041) 6:30 p.m. - Middle School Youth Group, MS/HS Rooms (#215, #018) 7:00 p.m. - Joyful Ringers Rehearsal, Classroom #134 Thursday, January 9 7:00 p.m. - PW Coordinating Team Meeting, Bride’s Room (#012) 7:00 p.m. - Deacon’s Meeting, Calvin Room (#234) 7:30 p.m. - Chancel Choir Rehearsal, Knox Hall (#231) 9:00 p.m. - Evening Devotions, Sanctuary (#129) Friday, January 10 (FPCP Offices close at 2:00 p.m.), HS Spring Hill Retreat Weekend 6:30 p.m. - Club 45, FH/Dining Room/Classroom (#027, #028, #042) Saturday, January 11 7:30 a.m. - Saturday Morning Men’s Bible Study, Hearth Room (#124) Sunday, January 12 9:30 a.m. - Sanctuary Service, PreK-12th Grade Sunday School 11:00 a.m. - Upper Room Service, PreK-5th Grade Sunday School Looking Ahead…. www.fpcp.net/connect/church-calendar FPCP Office Hours are: Monday - Thursday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. and Friday 8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
RETIRED MEN’S
BREAKFAST
The Retired Men’s Breakfast Group welcomes you to enjoy
some fellowship, fine food and light conversation. We
meet this month on Tuesday, January 14th
(2nd Tuesday).
The Three Brothers Restaurant at 7:45 a.m.
It is located on Joy Road just east of Lilley Road.
Please join us. Any questions, call Jack Kindree at 734-455-1761.
Hope to see YOU there!
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COMMUNITY MINISTRIES & MISSION OUTREACH
First Presbyterian Church, Plymouth
Our Community Alcoholics Anonymous American Red Cross Benevolence Fund Kids Hope USA Plymouth-Canton Clothing Bank Plymouth Salvation Army Adopt-an-Angel/Gift Tree Bell Ringing Food Drives Thanksgiving Box Assembly FPCP Matching Scholarship, for Mission Trip Attendees New Hope Center for Grief Support Vista Maria
Our Surrounding Area Ann Arbor Campus Ministries Calvin East Presbyterian (Detroit) Cass Community Service Community meals for homeless Crossroads Faith Communities Coalition Foster Children First Step - Domestic Violence Shelter & ARK - Animals Receiving Kindness Flint Child Health Fund Fort Street Open Door Soup Kitchen assistance Financial Assistance Clothing Drives
Our World Church World Services Clean Up Kits, School Kits & Hygiene Kits Colina de Luz Orphanage Compassion International Sponsoring Children Kids Against Hunger PW Least Coin Malawi Matters Malawi Hunger Relief Medical Teams International Marion Medical Mission Mtenthera CCAP (Our Sister Church in Malawi) Drinking Well & Storage Tank Bibles & Hymnals Prayer House Roofs Nursery School Supplies Women’s Guild Church Pews Eyeglasses PC(USA) Hunger Ministries One Great Hour of Sharing Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Samaritans Purse Operation Christmas Child Veritas College, Malawi Presbyterian Colleges and Seminaries: Princeton Seminary Rev. Phil Magee Endowment
Our Nation Supporting our Presbyterian Church (USA) Connectional Ministry through our Benevolence Budget to these governing bodies: Detroit Presbytery Synod of the Covenant General Assembly Causes Presbyterian Disaster Assistance
Hope Clinic Kingdom Builders - Pontiac Northville Civic Concern Pearls of Great Price Coalition (Human Trafficking) Presbyterian Women Faith Goal Samaritan Counseling Second Mile Center
Presbyterian Thrift Shop 331 North Main Street
734-459-1250
Hours are: Mondays, Tuesdays & Thursdays
10 AM - 2 PM Wednesdays 6 PM - 8 PM Saturdays 10 AM - 3 PM
First Presbyterian Church. Plymouth ● 701 Church Street ● Plymouth, MI 48170 phone 734-453-6464 ● fax 734-453-6492 ● www.fpcp.net
OUR STAFF
Emily Riley Campbell Senior Minister
[email protected]; ext.113
Dr. James Skimins - Minister Emeritus
Mark Hovermale - Interim Director of Students
[email protected]; ext. 120
Darlene Maginley - Dir. Of Children’s Ministry
[email protected]; ext. 110
Stewart Dodge Church Business Manager [email protected]; ext. 116
Susan Underhill Communication Administrator
[email protected]; ext. 111
Julie Thompson Information Administrator
[email protected]; ext. 115
Beth Hurley Childcare Coordinator
[email protected] Hussein Latif
Church Partnership Coordinator Mtenthera CCAP
Jerry Smith
Director of Music [email protected]; ext.119
Geff Phillips
Upper Room Music Director
Susan C. Scott Organist
Sharon K. Smith
Accompanist
Ministry Administrative Music
