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Substitute teachers are needed. Consider volunteering your time. The substitutes receive a brief training of the current curriculum in order to be prepared when there is a need. Contact Kathy Barham at [email protected] or Meredith Goodin, Chair of the CE Team, [email protected] if you would like to help.
The Member Care Committee is offering an Alzheimer’s/Dementia caregiver informational meeting after the church service on 3/6. There will be a 30 minute DVD on “Accepting the Challenge” followed by a discussion. There will be a detailed explanation of these diseases as well as guidance in dealing with the difficult challenges. Light refreshments will be available. RSVP to Linda Christensen: [email protected].
MAX: “A Journey Through Lent” Wednesday, 2/24, dinner at 5:45 pm followed by the program at 6:15 pm. This week we will have a delicious meal of chicken parm and pasta catered by Winston’s thanks to our own Roger Carter! Plan to attend this special evening of food, fellowship and activities for all.
This Week at NRPC
Sunday 2/21 9 am Confirmation Class
9:15 am Sunday School
10:30 am Worship
11:45 am Full Orchestra (no organ or percussion)
4 pm Youth Choir
5 pm Youth Chimes
5:30 pm The Millenium Ballroom
Monday 2/22 7 pm Session
Tuesday 2/23 7 pm Bell Rehearsal
7 pm Risk Management
Wednesday 2/24 10:30 am Older Adult Bible Study
1 pm Staff Meeting
5:45 pm MAX Dinner
7 pm Choir
Thursday 2/25 6 pm Faith and Film
Friday 2/26 7:15 am Men’s Bible Study
Sunday 2/28 9 am Confirmation Class
9:15 am Sunday School
10:30 am Worship: Reception of New Members
11:30 am Meet your Deacon
11:45 am Woodwinds and Brass Rehearsal
4 pm Youth Choir
5 pm Youth Chimes
5:30 pm Youth & Adult: Mission Study Team
North Raleigh
Presbyterian Church February 21, 2016
The mission of North Raleigh Presbyterian Church is to be a welcoming community serving Jesus Christ through engaged discipleship.
We extend a warm welcome to our guests this morning! We are very happy that you are in worship with us. Your presence has made this day more meaningful! Please stop by our guest table for a small token of welcome from NRPC.
Childcare is available in the Faith Ministries Building Nursery.
Children’s bulletins and bibles are found at the back of the church.
Please silence all electronics.
*All who are able, please stand.
11905 Strickland Rd Raleigh, NC 27613
919-848-9529 northraleighpc.org
Interim Minister Kent Hollingsworth [email protected]
Director of CE Kathy Barham [email protected]
Director Music Terri Nicotera [email protected]
Organist Jim Good [email protected]
Office
Administrator Lucy Kucmierz [email protected]
Moderator of
Deacons Pam Horton [email protected]
Clerk of Session Mark Daughtrey [email protected]
Nursery Leader Dee Glazier [email protected]
Our Staff: Office Hours: M-F 9 am-3 pm
THE MILLENIUM BALLROOM A fun-filled prom hosted by the Youth and open to all adults
Sunday, February 21 5:30—7:30 pm
In the Faith Ministries Building
Wear your formal “prom” attire or
dress like your favorite Star Wars character!
(No childcare will be provided at this event)
SECOND READING Psalm 137: 1-6
SERMON Babylon
*HYMN 2182 When God Restored Our Common Life (Sing the Faith)
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH (edited from the Book of Order)
We believe in one God, the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit. We proclaim Jesus Christ, the crucified and risen One, confessing him as Lord to the glory of God the Father. In the fellowship of the Holy Spirit, we proclaim Jesus as the Lord of the church, the Head over all things, the beginning of a new creation. We acknowledge that we live between the time of Christ's resurrection and the final consummation of all things which he will bring. We are a people who journey towards His promise. Christ feeds us with word and sacrament, and we have the gift of the Spirit so that we may not lose our way.
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
THE LORD’S PRAYER 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.
WORSHIP THROUGH GIVING
OFFERTORY Jesus Came to Earth Williams/Roesti
*DOXOLOGY Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him all creatures here below; Praise Him above ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
*HYMN 540 God Be With You Till We Meet Again
*BENEDICTION
*BENEDICTION RESPONSE Amen
*POSTLUDE Chorale, HERZLIEBSTER JESU (hymn 93) Johannes Brahms
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRELUDE It is Well With My Soul Youth Bells
*CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases,
God’s mercies never come to an end. People: They are new every morning:
Great is God’s faithfulness. Leader: “The Lord is my portion,” says my soul.
Therefore all my hope is in God. People: Praise the Lord!
For God’s steadfast love endures forever!
*HYMN 276 Great is Thy Faithfulness
*CALL TO CONFESSION
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION O God of every blessing, you invite us into a life of deep meaning and purpose, a life of loving goodness and faithfulness. We hear your invitation but are often distracted by other invitations to things that don’t satisfy, things that waste our energy and our purpose. O God, renew your call within us. Cleanse our lives with your mercy, that our hearts may be restored and our lives reclaimed by your forgiveness and grace. In Christ’s name, we pray.
Please observe a moment of silent confession.
*ASSURANCE OF PARDON Leader: Friends, believe the good news of the gospel. People: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven! Amen.
*THE PEACE Leader: The peace of Christ be with you. People: And also with you!
Please share the peace of Christ with those near you.
*RESPONSE OF PRAISE (Hymn 93, v 4) Therefore, dear Jesus, since I cannot pay You. I do adore You, and will ever praise You, Think on Your pity and Your love unswerving, Not my deserving.
FIRST READING Lamentations 1: 1-7, 20-22
ANTHEM Adoration Youth Choir
SHARING THE FAITH WITH OUR CHILDREN Preschool—1st grade may remain in worship today or attend Children’s Church.
NRPC NEWS and EVENTS Birthdays: Carson Sweet (2/21); Rhianna Thomas (2/22); Isabelle Fisher (2/23); Ed Gordon (2/24); Nicole Martin (2/26); Daniel Heater (2/27); Sophia Turchetti (2/28); Robert Regan (2/29)
3rd-5th Grade Fellowship will go bowling today after the service.
The Mission Study Team is pleased to share the following dates and times that we will be meeting with various small groups within the church. The purpose of the meetings is to gather input regarding the call of the next pastor. A list of talking points is available on the church website: northraleighpc.org.
New Members (2/22), Youth Group (2/28), All Members (2/29) at 7 pm in the FMB
Faith and Film is on Thursday, 2/25, at 6 pm in the FMB. The movie is Oh Brother, Where Art Thou?, the Cohen brothers epic adventure featuring comedy and great music in a southern fried version of Homer's Odyssey. Come for a lively discussion led by Bob Williams. Sub sandwiches will be available. RSVP to [email protected] and consider volunteering to bring a sweet or salty snack to share.
Meet Your Deacon is on Sunday, 2/28, following worship in the Faith Ministries Building. Sunday Evening Book Group will meet on 2/28, at 7 pm, at the home of Marietjie Jordaan (8829 Breeland Way, 27613). This month the book is Dynamics of Faith by Paul Tillich.
Save the Date, 4/8-10, for the NRPC Ladies Spring Retreat at North Topsail Beach. The retreat will be facilitated by Moffett Churn. More information coming soon.
March Outreach: March Madness Food Drive Competition. All food donations will go to the North Raleigh Ministries Crisis Center market. Current needs include: tuna or chicken (7.5 oz can), sugar or flour (3 lb bag), jelly, boxed dinners, and cleaning supplies. Bring your donations and show your support for UNC, NCSU, Duke, or “other” schools.
Our Leadership Today: CCLI # 2043894
Worship Leader Kent Hollingsworth Liturgist Janet Livengood Music Director Terri Nicotera Organist Jim Good Children’s Church
Youth Helpers
Maggie Barlow, Bonnie Arciniegas
Alena Freer, Riley Morgan
Prayer Deacon Pam Horton
