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The Presbyterian Church BASKING RIDGE, NEW JERSEY FOUNDED CIRCA
1717
July 14 and 15, 2018
Eternal God, You have called us to be members of one body. Join
us with those who in all times and places have praised your name,
that, with one heart and mind, we may show the unity of your
church, and bring honor to our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ.
Amen.
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We warmly welcome you to worship at The Presbyter ian Church in
Basking Ridge. We pray that you will be encouraged in your journey
of faith and drawn closer to God by your experience with us.
Amplification Headsets So that all may enjoy the worship
service, sound amplification headsets are available from the ushers
for those who need assis-tance with hearing.
Online Sermons Recorded audio sermons from most Sundays are
available on the church website at www.brpc.org. To access, click
on the Ser-mons link under Worship and Music on the main menu.
Children and Families Childcare for infants and children ages 2
and younger is available in the church nursery during our Sunday
morning services. Pagers are used to contact parents during the
worship services when necessary.
Oak Table Service We believe that worship nurtures children and
that children enrich our worship life together. If your children
become restless in worship, please feel free to quietly move around
with them or join them on the carpet for young children behind the
seating area.
Sunday Worship Service 9:30 am Nursery care is available for
children age 2 years and younger and children of any age who find
it difficult to remain in the worship service.
Welcome
Who Does God Call Us to Be? We are a vibrant, warm and welcoming
community of faith. Those who worship here come from a diverse
range of backgrounds and would describe themselves in a rich
variety of ways.
We acknowledge our doubt, our struggles, and that we are all
quite human and imperfect and that we are each at a unique place on
our faith journey.
We find our unity, our common identity, in Jesus Christ and
together we seek to joyfully worship God and energetically minister
to the needs of the world on God’s behalf.
We gather in anticipation of being transformed by the power,
purpose and presence of God among us, and go forth equipped to love
God and neighbor more deeply and more whole-heartedly.
We believe that faithful leadership of a church requires being
open to new possibilities, tak-ing risks and learning from mistakes
as we try again.
Honoring the past, we are convinced that God calls us to a new
future.
~The Opening Paragraph of Vision 2017 of the Presbyterian Church
in Basking Ridge
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Order of Worship Saturday Evening
5:00 p.m. - Westminster Hall
July 14, 2018 oak table service
(Please prepare prayerfully for worship and be sure all cell
phones are turned off.)
PRELUDE
CALL TO WORSHIP
*GATHERING SONGS All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name HYMN 263 As
the Deer HYMN 626 OPENING PRAYER
SCRIPTURE 2 Corinthians 12: 2-10 SERMON Jordan Goodwin
OFFERING
SPECIAL MUSIC We Are an Offering by Dwight Liles
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE
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.
*CLOSING SONG Step By Step HYMN 743
BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE
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Order of Worship 9:30 a.m. ~ Sanctuary
July 15, 2018 8th sunday after pentecost
(As the prelude begins, please prepare prayerfully for worship
and be sure all cell phones are turned off.)
PRELUDE Charles King, piano WORDS OF WELCOME Dr. Maureen
Paterson
CALL TO WORSHIP
*HYMN SING Favorites of the Congregation
PRAYER OF CONFESSION
We confess we are not the people you hope us to be, Gracious
God. The very ones you favor, we too often ignore or ridicule. The
ones you knock off their pedestals, we admire and emulate. We ae so
focused on having more and more, we risk being sent away empty.
Forgive us, Mighty God, and look with grace upon us. By your grace
help us to live secure in your love; be the ones of peace for our
world, and seek to do your will, as did Jesus Christ, our Lord and
Savior, in whose name we pray. Amen.
SILENT REFLECTION AND CONFESSION OF SIN
ASSURANCE OF PARDON
*RESPONSE OF PRAISE You Have Lifted Me Out by Chris Fortin
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*THE PEACE Leader: Since God has forgiven us in Christ, let us
forgive one another.
The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
People: and also with you.
Leader: I invite you to turn and greet one another with a sign
of Christ’s peace.
MESSAGE FOR CHILDREN Susan Ward
RECOGNITION OF INTERIM DIR. OF MINISTRIES TO CHILDREN (Children
are invited to remain in Worship with their families. During the
summer,
nursery and childcare are available to any child who may find it
difficult to remain in worship )
*HYMN All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name HYMN 263
SCRIPTURE LESSON Ephesians 1: 3-14 p .192
Leader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to
God.
SERMON No Longer Strangers Rev. Dennis W. Jones
PRESENTATION OF TITHES AND OFFERING
OFFERTORY His Eye Is on the Sparrow Words by Civlla Durfee
Martin Caitlyn Costello, solo Music by Charles H. Gabriel
*DOXOLOGY Praise God from Whom all Blessings Flow HYMN 606
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God all
creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host; Praise
Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.
*PRAYER OF DEDICATION
PRAYERS OF THANKSGIVING AND INTERCESSION
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.
ANNOUNCEMENTS AND OPPORTUNITIES FOR MINISTRY
*CLOSING HYMN Go to the World HYMN 295
BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE Finale in D Minor by Eric H. Thiman
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flowers
Church Family
The Flowers on the Piers this morning are given to the glory of
God: ~ By Bob Conway, in celebration of life on his birthday
tomorrow at 95. ~ By Lex and Jenny Speal, in loving memory of
long-time friend Denise Repass, and in honor
of those serving in our military.
The flowers that grace our sanctuary each week are gifts from
members of the congregation. Flowers may be given in memory or in
honor of someone or to celebrate an occasion. There are two pier
openings on July 22 and 29. If you would like to donate an
arrangement, please contact Debbie Schaub at 908-507-3844; e-mail
address, [email protected].
Our Greeters for this morning at the 9:30 a.m. service are Anita
Attr idge and Leslie and Bob Mensak.
Join us for Lemonade in the shade across the street on our newly
renovated Church House courtyard following the service, hosted by
Jan Hedden, Bever ly Prochazka and Mary Lynne Norris.
Summer Women’s Bible Study—Led by Dr. Maureen Paterson Join us
each Wednesday through August 15 at 9:30 a.m. for prayer and a
study of a Psalm. Each week will be an independent study so come
when you can! We will meet in the Church House Patio area if
weather is nice - otherwise in the Parlor.
Women’s Ministry
Here is an outline for the upcoming weeks: July 18 - Psalm 8
July 25 - Psalm 51 Aug 1 - Psalm 137 & Psalm 6 Aug 8 - Psalm 73
Aug 15 - Psalm 150
Membership
Interested in Becoming a Member? Next Class, September 30 We
extend a warm invitation to our “Exploring Membership” class and
luncheon on Sunday, September 30 from 11:15 a.m.-1:45 p.m.
(immediately following the 10:15 a.m. worship service) in the
Church House Parlor, located across the street from the Sanctuary
building. This is an excellent opportunity to share your faith
journey and learn more about the beliefs and ministry of our
church. Lunch will be served and childcare will be provided, if
requested in advance by calling the church house at
908-766-1616.
The Rosebud on the Communion table is in celebration of the
birth of Charles Emerson
Felter on July 10, 2018, son of Chad and Rachel Felter, grandson
of Jim and Susan Felter.
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Children and Family Ministries
Vacation Bible School—July 30-August 5 Get ready to set sail on
a Bible adventure, Shipwrecked, from July 30-Aug 3. Registration is
available online at www.brpc.org. We officially have a Captain
aboard, but still need lots of crew members! For information on any
of our children’s programs, please contact Susan Ward at
[email protected] or Beth Donley at [email protected].
Sunday School and Nursery Update for Summer During the summer
months, we will not have formal Sunday School classes. All children
are welcome to stay in worship. Be sure to pick up an
age-appropriate bulletin and activity sheet to make it easier for
our youngest church family members to stay engaged. We realize that
this may not be ideal for some children who may not be ready or
willing to sit for an extended period of time. Please know that we
are relaxing our nursery guidelines and general structure for the
summer to ensure that everyone has a positive worship experience.
If you have any questions, please contact Susan Ward at
[email protected].
We Warmly Welcome Our New Children and Family Ministry Director!
The Children and Family Ministries Search Committee is overjoyed to
announce Stacy Currie as our new Director of Ministries to Children
and Their Families, effective July 16th. Stacy comes to us after 13
years as a Christian nursery school teacher at The Children's
Corner in Liberty Corner, NJ. She has been a pivotal member of the
school, organizing and managing events including their annual
carnival, open house, and harvest festival. In addition Stacy is a
gifted artist, having created and administered her own art program
for the nursery school. Stacy has also written the curriculum and
served as the director for Vacation Bible School for Liberty Corner
Church. The Search Committee has been impressed with Stacy's
extensive experience, passion for children's ministry, and most of
all, her warm heart. Stacy possess a natural affinity for teaching
children and we are very excited for all the ways she will bring
her warmth and cre-ativity to our children's programs. Her
enthusiasm is infectious and we are confident she will be a dynamic
leader in our community. Please join us in welcoming Stacy to BRPC!
With excitement and gratitude, The Children and Family Ministry
Search Committee Kate Balboni and Dan Bliss (C0-Chairs), Patty
Haines, Dan Healy, Joy Schmitt, Jen Asay, and Bill Prins
http://www.brpc.orgmailto:[email protected]:[email protected]
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Youth and Young Adult Ministries
Middle School Youth (grades 6 – 8) Morristown Mission Trip ~
August 9 – 12, 2018 Join us for a great week of service at Market
Street Mission, serving food, playing games, making no-sew fleece
blankets, sorting food supplies and running a car wash. In
addition, we will share stories, games, songs and crafts at
Neighborhood House Pre-school. We will end at 5 pm on August 12 and
will spend that afternoon at the home of Dick and Betsy Fryling,
enjoying a pool party! Senior High Senior High Workcamp Sunday—9:30
a.m. on July 29. Share your workcamp experiences with the
congregation! Senior High Workcamp Advisors Pool Party—12 p.m. on
July 29 at the home of Cathi Reckenbeil. Senior High Dinner/Pool
Party—for all incoming 9th graders through college-aged youth, and
advisors—Saturday, August 4 at Cathi’s home from 3-10 p.m. (Rain
date: Sunday, August 5) .
Senior High Whitewater Rafting at Kittatinny Canoes – Saturday,
August 25 All 9th-12th graders, youth advisors, parents and friends
are welcome! Meet at 7:45 a.m. sharp in the E. Allen St. Parking
Lot to carpool The whitewater rafting will last about four hours as
we travel from Barryville to Pond Eddy. On the way home, we will
stop for dinner and return to BRPC approx. 8:30 p.m. This section
of the river has several long stretches of quiet pools and is ideal
for rafters of any experience level. Depending on the water level,
this section offers Class 1 & 2 rapids, multiple eddies, sets
of shallow riffles and 1 bridge to go under.
The cost is $35—Discounted rate if paid by July 31 or $45 if
paid between August 1 – 18. We need a minimum of 10 people. (Your
money will be returned if we do not get 10 people.)If we don’t get
10 people, your money will be returned.) Please complete the
liability waiver that can be found at the Kittatinny website and
mail to BRPC, attention Cathi Reckenbeil.
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Summer Fun Dorney Park/WildWater Kingdom - All are Welcome!
Friday, July 27 RAIN DATE: Saturday, July 28
Join us for a fun day at Dorney Park/WildWater Kingdom. The park
is open from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. If you would to carpool with us we
will meet at the E. Allen Lot at 8:30 a.m. and return at 8:30 p.m..
The group rate is $30 per person as long as we get 15 peo-ple we
get 15 people. If we don't have enough for the group discount, your
money will be refunded. Please go to brpc.org to register or send a
check payable to BRPC along with a list of the names of each person
attending, phone number, email and whether you are interested in
carpooling. Please put attention Cathi Reckenbeil on envelope.
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Opportunities to Give and Serve
Fall Block Party Planning Team Being Formed! Though the summer
has just begun, we are already beginning plans for a fresh and
festive kick off of the new school year next September. Do you have
ideas or energy to help plan our Fall Block Party Celebration which
will be happening on Sunday, September 16? We’d love to hear from
you. Contact Allison Fahey ([email protected]), Jon Klippel
([email protected]), or Rev. Dennis Jones ([email protected].)
Gardening Angels Needed All over our beautiful campus there are
gardening jobs to be tackled for all levels of energy and skill;
weeding, pruning, mulching, planting to name a few. Your support is
greatly needed. Can you give an hour, or a day? Maybe a one time
commitment or are you able to “adopt” a little piece of the grounds
for your own ongoing care? Maybe caring for a section in the
memorial garden would bring you joy? We need you! Please call Janet
in the church office to discuss how you can be part of our
Gardening Angels Team! ~Thank you, from your Board of Trustees
Senior High Maine Workcamp Mission Trip July 14-22—Please pray
for our Senior High Youth and Advisors as they travel to The
Carpenter’s Boat Shop in Pemaquid, Maine to spread God’s love and
help those most in need. Caroline Alexis Emma Alexis Jake Austin
Lauren Browne Matthew Canary Sarah Castronovo Daniel Celentano
Hanna Celentano Sarah Celentano Olivia Cicchetti Charles Craig
Delaney Donohoe Jack Finnegan John Gannon John Giuliano Luke Govan
Advisors Carl Barta Jake Boudreau Jillian DiFilippo Art Doran Josh
Felter
Emily Gray Michael Gretta Maura Herkert Ethan Konicek Kevin Korn
Isabella Lembo Brigid McGuire Sawyer Melick Rose Nelson Sadie
Nelson Jack Perry Katie Pinto William Pinto Sean Richter Isabelle
Rijksen Devin Hennessey Rose
Nick Sant-Foster Caroline Schmitt Chris Serluco Aidan Starkes
Chris Strona Elizabeth Strona Matthew Strona Clara Twill Edward
Twill James vandenHerik Matthew vandenHerik Amber Vigeant Jimmy
Waldron Connor Youngberg Dylan Youngberg
Mission
Chloe Hriso Gary Ingram Tommy Limongello Jenna Meyers Brooke
O’Donnell
Rob Quincy Cathi Reckenbeil Dolly Tharp Steve Tharp Gregg Thomas
Steve Thomas
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Update on Sanctuary and Chapel Roofs Dear Friends,
Many of you have probably noticed that work on our old slate
roofs is progressing at a very rapid pace. In fact, our roofing
contractor – Alden Bailey Restoration – has indicated that work is
well ahead of schedule. The Chapel roof, including new snowguards
and new cop-per gutters, is complete. Most of the work on the North
Finley side of the Sanctuary is also done. And work crews are in
the process of prepping the interior side of the Sanctuary. If all
proceeds as planned, the Sanctuary roof should be completed by
early August. Mean-while, painting and restoration of the facia and
molding around the sides of the church is underway. Some final
paint work and installation of new copper leaders (gutter
down-spouts) will follow completion of the roofs. Given the age of
the Sanctuary roof (which is nearly 150 years old), it came as no
surprise that some sheathing underneath the original slate was in
poor condition. Our contractor also noted that some of the paint
work was more involved than expected given the number of layers
that had to be removed, including extra sanding and wood fill. But
the results are beautiful! Last week, during a routine project
inspection, our Historical Architect (Connolly and Hick-ey)
identified that certain rafters in specific sections of the
Sanctuary attic are in decline and require reinforcement. They are
working in close coordination with our roofing contractor to
provide recommendations and cost estimates for these important
repairs, which they ex-pect can be completely quickly and without
delaying the rest of the work. So far, we are very pleased with the
progress and results, and are grateful for the profession-alism of
our contractor and the work crews. We will continue to provide
periodic updates as the project progresses toward completion.
Sincerely, Jay Link and Michael Poehner On behalf of the
Trustees
Trustee Update
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Weekly Calendar
Senior High Maine Workcamp 7/14-22
SUNDAY—JULY 15
Worship, 9:30 am ............................. Sanctuary
Lemonade in the Shade, 10:30 am Church House Patio MONDAY—JULY
16
TUESDAY—JULY 17
WEDNESDAY—JULY 18
Women’s Bible Study, 9:30 am ....... Parlor Stephen Ministry,
7:30 pm ............... Parlor
THURSDAY—JULY 19
FRIDAY—JULY 20
SATURDAY—JULY 21
Oak Table Service, 5:00 pm ............. Westminster Hall
The Presbyterian Church One East Oak St., Basking Ridge NJ
07920
908.766.1616 FAX: 766.4450
e-mail: [email protected] - www.brpc.org Pastor & Head of Staff
Rev. Dennis W. Jones ......................... ext. 15
Associate Pastor
Dr. Maureen Paterson ......................... ext. 11
Parish Associate Rev. Bruce E. Schundler
Director of Ministries to Youth, Young Adults and Their
Families
Cathi Reckenbeil ................................ ext. 17
Interim Director of Ministries to Children Susan Ward.
....................................... ext. 14
Tree House Director Jennifer Nowack.
............................ 221-1619
Director of Music Ministry Chris Fortin
..................................... 953-9809
Director of Children’s Music Ministry Beth Donley
................................... 953-9809
Church Administrator & Treasurer Janet Bentley
...................................... ext. 18
Assistant Treasurers Liz Messineo
..................................... ext. 21
Nancy Kuhn ........................................ ext. 21
Pastoral Administrative Asst. Cara Burchett
...................................... ext. 19
Church Administrative Asst. Janice Leotti
....................................... ext. 12
Receptionist Michelle Lew ......................................
ext. 10 Communications Coordinator Gary Ingram
....................................... ext. 13
Sexton Staff David Brownlee .................................
ext. 16 Paul Bachem
Ministers
All the People
Clerk of Session Tina Bramel
President of Trustees Craig Sutherland
Moderator of Deacons Jean Smith
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