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The Village Chapel Pinehurst, North Carolina September 27, 2020 Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost Our Mission As an interdenominational Christian community, we worship God in spirit and truth; teach and encourage the Christian faith; support the spiritual needs of our congregation, and reach out to others with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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The Village Chapel Pinehurst, North Carolina

September 27, 2020

Seventeenth Sunday after Pentecost

Our Mission

As an interdenominational Christian community,

we worship God in spirit and truth;

teach and encourage the Christian faith;

support the spiritual needs of our congregation, and

reach out to others with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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The Village Chapel An Enduring Vision of Christian Unity

“It is believed by many that the influence of the Chapel is far reaching and that its message

going out Sunday by Sunday to its world congregation, will have great effect in uniting the

Christian forces of the land into a fellowship and a brotherhood unit until it can be said

again as it was said of old: ‘See how these Christians love one another.’” The Rev’d William B.

Hannon, “The Pinehurst Outlook,” November, 1924.

As The Village Chapel begins its second century of worship and service to God, we are

emboldened by our founding principles of Christian unity and community service, which

were inspired by the words and example of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ; through His

death and resurrection; the Great Commission; and His prayer for unity “that we all may

be one.”

Located in the center and present at the inception of a community of religious expression

- and seeking to be in harmony with the fellowship that has been a basic principle in the

Village of Pinehurst - The Village Chapel offers a unique and gracious vision to its members

and the community beyond: The actual reality of a church that is thankful for, dependent

on, and inspired by the saving grace of Jesus Christ; a church that is welcoming, prayerful,

and pre-eminent in the life of our community; and a church that—without regard for

religious divisions within the Body of Christ—will always proclaim in thought, word, and

deed the Good News that we are all united in Jesus Christ!

“This Chapel will always stand for Christian Unity. Anyone who reads the 17th Chapter of

St. John will believe that we are carrying out the desires of Jesus Christ. We believe that

there is a deep blessedness in Christian fellowship. In whatever household of faith you were

born, whatever creed you now profess, you can come to this sanctuary and feel at home in

your Father’s house. Our constant prayers rise to the throne of God for our nation in these

days that call for sacrifice, courage and faith. We cordially invite you to worship with us.”

The Village Chapel’s welcoming statement, 1924.

If you are visiting this morning, we welcome you to The Village Chapel

and hope that you are with us again soon. If you are visiting us via livestream this morning,

we welcome you and hope that you will join us again soon, in person,

or continue to join us via livestream at 9:30 or 11:00 a.m.

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ORDER OF HOLY COMMUNION – 8:15 A.M. * Congregation stands

Opening Voluntary Aria Craig Phillips

Minister’s Informal Words The Rev. John R. Jacobs

* Minister: Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

People: And blessed be his kingdom, now and forever. Amen.

* Collect for Purity * Summary of the Law Minister: The Lord be with you. People: And with thy spirit. Minister: Let us pray. (kneel or sit) Collect of the Day First Reading: Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32 (bulletin, p. 7) Rev. Vickie Smith Reader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. New Testament: Philippians 2:1-13 (bulletin, p. 7)

Reader: The Word of the Lord People: Thanks be to God.

* Gospel: Matthew 21:23-32 (bulletin, p. 8) Prior to the reading the congregation says: Glory be to thee, O Lord. Reader: The Gospel of the Lord. People: Praise be to thee, O Christ. Meditation Rev. Dr. Ashley N. Smith * Nicene Creed (People)

I believe in one God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible; and in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only-begotten Son of God; begotten of his Father before all worlds, God of God, Light of Light, very God of very God, begotten, not made, being of one substance with the Father; by whom all things were made; who for us men and for our salvation came down from heaven, and was incarnate by the Holy Ghost of the Virgin Mary, and was made man; and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate; he suffered and was buried; and the third day He rose again according to the Scriptures, and ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of the Father; and he shall come again, with glory, to judge both the quick and the dead; whose kingdom shall have no end. And I believe in the Holy Ghost the Lord, and Giver of Life, who proceedeth from the Father and the Son; who with the Father and the Son together is worshiped and glorified; who spake by the Prophets. And I believe one holy catholic and Apostolic Church; I acknowledge one Baptism for the remission of sins; and I look for the resurrection of the dead; and the life of the world to come. Amen.

Prayers for the Church and People

Invitation to Communion

Prayer of General Confession (People) Almighty God, Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, maker of all things, judge of all men: we acknowledge and bewail our manifold sins and wickedness, which we from time to time, most grievously have committed by thought, word, and deed, against thy divine Majesty, provoking most justly thy wrath and indignation against us. We do earnestly repent, and are heartily sorry for these our misdoings. The remembrance of them is grievous unto us, the burden of them is intolerable. Have mercy upon us, have mercy upon us, most merciful Father; for thy Son our Lord Jesus Christ's sake, forgive us all that is past; and grant

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that we may ever hereafter serve and please thee in newness of life to the honor and glory of thy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Absolution

Comfortable Words

Sursum Corda Minister: The Lord be with you.

People: And with thy spirit. Minister: Lift up your hearts. People: We lift them up unto the Lord. Minister: Let us give thanks unto our Lord God. People: It is meet and right so to do.

Preface (proper prefaces as appointed) Therefore, with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, we laud and magnify thy glorious Name; evermore praising thee, and saying:

Sanctus (People)

Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God of Hosts, heaven and earth are full of thy glory. Glory be to thee, O Lord Most High. Blessed is he who cometh in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.

Consecration of the Elements

The Lord's Prayer (People)

Prayer of Humble Access (People) We do not presume to come to this thy Table, O merciful Lord, trusting in our own righteousness, but in thy manifold and great mercies. We are not worthy so much as to gather up the crumbs under thy Table. But thou art the same Lord, whose property is always to have mercy: Grant us therefore, gracious Lord, so to eat the flesh of thy dear Son Jesus Christ, and to drink his blood, that our sinful bodies may be made clean by his body, and our souls washed through his most precious blood, and that we may evermore dwell in Him, and He in us. Amen.

Holy Communion

Prayer of Thanksgiving (People) Almighty and everliving God, we most heartily thank thee, for that thou dost vouchsafe to feed us who have duly received these holy mysteries, with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of thy Son our Savior Jesus Christ; and dost assure us thereby of thy favour and goodness towards us; and that we are very members incorporate in the mystical body of thy Son, which is the blessed company of all faithful people; and are also heirs through hope of thy everlasting kingdom, by the merits of his most precious death and passion. And we humbly beseech thee, O heavenly Father, so to assist us with thy grace, that we may continue in that holy fellowship, and do all such good works as thou hast prepared for us to walk in; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with thee and the Holy Ghost, be all honour and glory, world without end. Amen.

Benediction

The congregation is invited to remain seated for the closing voluntary. Closing Voluntary Psalm 8 John Carter

Minister: Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the Spirit! People: Thanks be to God!

Altar/Greeter: Alice Schalz

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THE 9:30 A.M. FAMILY SERVICE

* Congregation stands

Opening Voluntary Psalm 8 John Carter

Words of Welcome and Announcements The Rev. John R. Jacobs

Call to Worship

Musical Meditation Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho Margaret Bonds

Pastoral Prayer

The Lord's Prayer (People)

First Lesson: Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32 (bulletin, p. 7) Rev. Vickie Smith

* Psalm 25:1-8 (Read responsively) (bulletin, p. 7)

New Testament: Philippians 2:1-13 (bulletin, p. 7)

Gospel Reading: Matthew 21:23-32 (bulletin, p. 8)

Musical Meditation Blest Be the Tie That Binds Chuck Marahonic

Sermon Rev. Dr. Ashley N. Smith

* Apostles’ Creed (People) I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ His only Son our Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried. He descended into hell; the third day, He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty. From thence, He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. Benediction

The congregation is invited to remain seated for the closing voluntary. Closing Voluntary Fugue in E-Flat Major, Op 99/3 Camille Saint-Saëns Dismissal

Vocalist: Claire Fields Greeters: Jeanne Anderson & Janis Sholtis

Saturday,

October 31st

5-7pm

Our Vision...

We would like to provide a safe, healthy, and fun alternative for the children and youth of our community. Safety

guidelines will be followed! Those handing out candy will wear gloves and masks.

Volunteers are needed in order to make this event special for our children. Please contact Ms. Vickie if you can help!

COVID Style

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11:00 A.M. TRADITIONAL SERVICE * Congregation stands

╬ Please enter the Sanctuary quietly to allow all to prepare themselves in reverence for worship.

Opening Voluntary Aria Craig Phillips

Words of Welcome and Announcements The Rev. John R. Jacobs

Call to Worship

Musical Meditation Joshua Fit the Battle of Jericho Margaret Bonds

Prayer of Confession (People)

Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against thee in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and what we have left undone. We have not loved thee with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of thy Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in thy will, and walk in thy ways, to the glory of thy Name. Amen.

Assurance of Pardon

First Lesson: Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32 (bulletin, p. 7) Rev. Vickie Smith

* Psalm 25:1-8 (Read responsively) (bulletin, p. 7)

New Testament: Philippians 2:1-13 (bulletin, p. 7)

Gospel Reading: Matthew 21:23-32 (bulletin, p. 8)

Musical Meditation Blest Be the Tie That Binds Chuck Marahonic

Pastoral Prayer

The Lord’s Prayer

Sermon Rev. Dr. Ashley N. Smith

* Apostles’ Creed (People)

I believe in God, the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ His only Son our Lord, Who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried. He descended into hell; the third day, He rose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty. From thence, He shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. Benediction

The congregation is invited to remain seated for the closing voluntary.

Closing Voluntary Fugue in E-Flat Major, Op 99/3 Camille Saint-Saëns

Dismissal

Vocalist: Claire Fields Altar: Kay Goulet Flower Delivery: Barb McGrath

Greeters: Jeff Holm, Fred Fox, Russell Zumwalt New Members so far in 2020: 31 Total Attendance Sunday, September 20 156

PRAY FOR THE FOLLOWING

Tom Hurst, Ann Kallam, John Hollands, Don Lee, Hunter Hess, Ray Barnes, Alex Del Bueno, Dale Skinner, Freida Powers

In Memorium

Russ Shafer

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Flower Dedication for Sunday, September 27

The flowers on the Altar are given to the Glory of God in loving memory of J. Ray Woodard and in celebration of what would have been his 96th birthday by Carl and Sandy Woodard

The flowers under the Hymn Board are given to the Glory of God by Ginsey Fallon in loving memory of her husband, Charles Fallon.

The flowers on the Pedestal are given to the Glory of God by Al Ashdown in honor of Edie’s birthday, which is on September 29.

Scripture Readings

Ezekiel 18:1-4, 25-32 The word of the Lord came to me: 2 “What do you people mean by quoting this proverb about the land of Israel: “‘The parents eat sour grapes, and the children’s teeth are set on edge’? 3 “As surely as I live, declares the Sovereign Lord, you will no longer quote this proverb in Israel. 4 For everyone belongs to me, the parent as well as the child—both alike belong to me. The one who sins is the one who will die. 25 “Yet you say, ‘The way of the Lord is not just.’ Hear, you Israelites: Is my way unjust? Is it not your ways that are unjust? 26 If a righteous person turns from their righteousness and commits sin, they will die for it; because of the sin they have committed they will die. 27 But if a wicked person turns away from the wickedness they have committed and does what is just and right, they will save their life. 28 Because they consider all the offenses they have committed and turn away from them, that person will surely live; they will not die. 29 Yet the Israelites say, ‘The way of the Lord is not just.’ Are my ways unjust, people of Israel? Is it not your ways that are unjust? 30 “Therefore, you Israelites, I will judge each of you according to your own ways, declares the Sovereign Lord. Repent! Turn away from all your offenses; then sin will not be your downfall. 31 Rid yourselves of all the offenses you have committed, and get a new heart and a new spirit. Why will you die, people of Israel? 32 For I take no pleasure in the death of anyone, declares the Sovereign Lord. Repent and live!

Psalm 25:1-8 In you, Lord my God, I put my trust. 2 I trust in you; do not let me be put to shame, nor let my enemies triumph over me. 3 No one who hopes in you will ever be put to shame, but shame will come on those who are treacherous without cause. 4 Show me your ways, Lord, teach me your paths. 5 Guide me in your truth and teach me, for you are God my Savior, and my hope is in you all day long. 6 Remember, Lord, your great mercy and love, for they are from of old. 7 Do not remember the sins of my youth and my rebellious ways; according to your love remember me, for you, Lord, are good. 8 Good and upright is the Lord; therefore he instructs sinners in his ways.

Philippians 2:1-13 Therefore if you have any encouragement from being united with Christ, if any comfort from his love, if any common sharing in the Spirit, if any tenderness and compassion, 2 then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind. 3 Do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit. Rather, in humility value others above yourselves, 4 not looking to your own interests but each of you to the interests of the others. 5 In your relationships with one another, have the same mindset as Christ Jesus: 6 Who, being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be used to his own advantage; 7 rather, he made himself nothing by taking the very nature of a servant, being made in human

Scripture Readings Oct 4 Isaiah 5:1-7, 25-32 Philippians 3:4b-14 Matthew 21:33-46 Psalm 80:7-14

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likeness. 8 And being found in appearance as a man, he humbled himself by becoming obedient to death—even death on a cross! 9 Therefore God exalted him to the highest place and gave him the name that is above every name, 10 that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, 11 and every tongue acknowledge that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. 12Therefore, my dear friends, as you have always obeyed—not only in my presence, but now much more in my absence—continue to work out your salvation with fear and trembling, 13 for it is God who works in you to will and to act in order to fulfill his good purpose.

Matthew 21:23-32 23 Jesus entered the temple courts, and, while he was teaching, the chief priests and the elders of the

people came to him. “By what authority are you doing these things?” they asked. “And who gave you

this authority?” 24 Jesus replied, “I will also ask you one question. If you answer me, I will tell you by

what authority I am doing these things. 25 John’s baptism—where did it come from? Was it from

heaven, or of human origin?” They discussed it among themselves and said, “If we say, ‘From heaven,’

he will ask, ‘Then why didn’t you believe him?’ 26 But if we say, ‘Of human origin’—we are afraid of the

people, for they all hold that John was a prophet.” 27 So they answered Jesus, “We don’t know.” Then

he said, “Neither will I tell you by what authority I am doing these things. 28“What do you think? There

was a man who had two sons. He went to the first and said, ‘Son, go and work today in the vineyard.’ 29 “‘I will not,’ he answered, but later he changed his mind and went. 30 “Then the father went to the

other son and said the same thing. He answered, ‘I will, sir,’ but he did not go. 31“Which of the two did

what his father wanted?” “The first,” they answered. Jesus said to them, “Truly I tell you, the tax

collectors and the prostitutes are entering the kingdom of God ahead of you. 32 For John came to you

to show you the way of righteousness, and you did not believe him, but the tax collectors and the

prostitutes did. And even after you saw this, you did not repent and believe him.

FAMILIES AND YOUTH

Confirmation Class – For grades 5-12, 7-week class, September 13-October 25, Sundays 3:00-4:30 p.m. Please let Rev. Vickie know ASAP if you are interested.

Youth Sunday Nights – meet at the Care Cottage, 5:00-7:00 p.m., every Sunday except first Sunday of the month.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CLASSES

Thursday Community Bible Study – will meet weekly at 4:00 p.m. at The Care Cottage (55 Community Road in The Village of Pinehurst), or via Zoom for those who prefer not to meet in person or who are unable to meet in person. The zoom ID# is 910 295 0120. In order to utilize Zoom, you must have Zoom downloaded on your computer or phone- there is no cost for the download. Then enter the Zoom ID# and you will be connected. We begin at 4 p.m. and end at 5 p.m. We will begin studying the Book of Hebrews - chapter by chapter- which includes a beginning orientation, weekly questions sent out beforehand, and a discussion on the readings and their application to our lives today. The class is led by Pastor Ashley Smith and is open to the surrounding community. If you are interested in participating, then please provide Pastor Ashley with your email for the weekly questions at [email protected]. The questions will be sent out by Monday of each week.

Pastor John’s Friday Class – will meet weekly from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Pastor John will teach a class on “C.S. Lewis – Reflections on the Psalms.” This will be a twelve-part class meeting each Friday through December 4. Originally published in 1958, this was the first religious book Lewis wrote after an interval of ten years. Everyone who reads it will have his insight deepened and widened by the appreciation of the poetic beauty, the psychology, and the spirituality displayed in one of the least understood books of the Bible. There is no charge for this course; all materials will be provided; and this class is open to the community. For any additional information, please call the church office at 295-6003.

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Women of the Chapel ❖ Women of the Chapel meeting is Tuesday, October 13, at 9:30 a.m., in Chapel Hall. ❖ Women’s Cross Ties Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, October 13, at The Pine Crest Inn at 12:00

p.m. in the main dining room, (arrive by 11:45). All women of The Village Chapel are invited to attend by reservation by the Friday prior. The maximum number of reservations allowed is 36, as set forth in the new COVID guidelines. If necessary, a waiting list will be established. In addition, a change in the Inn's policy has required that those who secure a reservation and do not attend will still be responsible for the $15.00 luncheon fee. Face masks will be required. We look forward to being together soon! For more information, contact Freida Powers at 235-9284, or email [email protected].

❖ Housewarming Shower – hosted by the Women of the Chapel for Habitat for Humanity new homeowners. Currently, all home items are needed. NEW items only. DO NOT GIFT WRAP. A drop off box is in the Atrium. Contact Freida Powers at 910-235-9284 or Molly Thomas at 910-693-7897.

This Week

Sunday

8:15 a.m. Worship – Holy Communion Sanctuary 9:30 a.m. Family Service Sanctuary 9:30 a.m. Bill Wetmore’s Bible Study Care Cottage 11:00 a.m. Traditional Service Sanctuary 2:00 p.m. Jr. Cotillion Chapel Hall 3:00 p.m. Confirmation Class Youth Underground 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Redeemer Presbyterian Service Sanctuary/Chapel Hall 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. Youth Sunday Nights Care Cottage

Monday

6:00 p.m. AA Meeting (Women’s) Conference Room

Tuesday

7:30 a.m. Women’s Prayer Group Care Cottage 10:30 a.m. Staff Meeting Chapel Hall 6:00 p.m. Redeemer Meeting Conference Room

Wednesday

12:00 p.m. Bulletin Deadline 2:00 p.m. Air Force Support Group Care Cottage

Thursday

10:00 a.m. Prayer Service, Holy Communion Sanctuary 10:30 a.m. Dementia Caregiver Support Group Board Room 4:00 p.m. Thursday Community Bible Study Care Cottage/Zoom 7:00 p.m. AA Meeting Chapel Hall

Friday

10:00 a.m. Pastor John’s Class on C.S. Lewis Chapel Hall “Reflections on the Psalms”

Saturday

10:00 a.m. Pet Blessing Front Lawn

Operation

Christmas Child

Shoeboxes

The youth will be

collecting filled shoeboxes

November 13-23

If you have any questions,

please contact Pastor

Vickie Smith at

[email protected]

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Dear Village Chapel family, We welcome you to worship in the Sanctuary. Please understand that no one is expected to be here at any time if you feel, for any reason, that it is better to stay home. Services will continue to be livestreamed at two times on Sunday mornings: 9:30 a.m., and 11:00 a.m. Here is the link to view our services: www.youtube.com/c/Tvcpinehurst1.

The following are some of the procedures implemented for your safety and well-being: • Hand sanitizer stations are placed at the front and back entrances to the church, and the two

entrances to the Administration Building, and at the front entrance to the Care Cottage. • A sanitizing “fogger” is used before and after each service to disinfect the sanctuary. • Greeters will encourage those attending services to observe social distancing. • Masks, although optional, are encouraged. Disposable masks are available for those who need them. • Offering plates will be on pedestals in the narthex and the sacristy to eliminate the passing of the

plates. • Scripture readings will be read by the pastors at all three services. • We will no longer have ushers for the foreseeable future. Instead, greeters will welcome and pass out

the bulletins, which are for single, one-time use. The greeters will collect any discarded bulletins at the end of each service for disposal.

• Youth and children's Sunday School, the nursery, and children's sermon assembly are discontinued for the time being.

• Congregational singing is discontinued for the foreseeable future. Please see the July Herald for more information regarding singing.

These procedures are not meant to be comprehensive – there are additional measures that will be implemented - offered to provide ample assurance of our purpose in minimizing any risk to your health in being here.

The Chapel office is open for regular office hours (8:00 a.m. – 4 p.m.). The following procedures have been implemented to protect the health and well-being of our Chapel staff and members:

• While masks or other face coverings will not be required, visitors to our office will be asked to honor any staff request to wear a mask while in the building, or in different offices. In addition, staff members will honor any request made by visitors to wear a mask when in direct contact.

• Committee chairs may issue directives regarding face coverings for their own meetings at their discretion.

• Disposable masks and hand sanitizer are available to all visitors. While masks are optional, we ask that everyone entering the building utilize the hand sanitizer dispenser.

• Especially during this time, we ask anyone who may feel sick or have a fever to refrain from visiting the church and to handle business via phone or email.

• In the event any office visitor tests positive for COVID-19, we ask that you notify the office if you have visited the church at any time during the 14 days before your positive test so that anyone you may have been in contact with may discern whether a test is needed for themselves. In addition, if you have knowingly been exposed to someone with COVID-19, we ask that you take the necessary precautions before visiting the Chapel.

Blessings in Christ, Pastor John

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Feed and Clothe My Children The Village Chapel Outreach is partnering with Eagle Springs Baptist Church to provide necessities for their community.

A simple $25 check written to The Village Chapel with memo of Feed and Clothe will buy a $20 debit card and a $5

pack of socks. We will purchase $20 debit cards from the Food Lion in Seven Lakes which is the only chain in this

otherwise “food desert.” The socks will be purchased at Mid Pines Hosiery near Sanford. This is a Christian outlet store.

A second option is to simply pick up debit cards as you shop at your favorite grocery chain. The pastor at Eagle Springs

will use these to buy items for his food pantry which are then distributed to the community.

The October Herald has a full explanation of this outreach effort. The leaders at Eagle Springs Baptist Church are very

appreciative of our reaching to them. We can help them in their efforts to show the people to Christ instead of escaping

with drugs.

PLEASE GIVE THIS OPPORTUNITY TO HELP EVANGLIZE THROUGH WORD AND DEED TO THOSE IN

NEED A PRIORITY AS WE ENTER THE SEASON OF THANKSGIVING.

We thank you in advance for taking the time to read this article and for your participation with this outreach.

Board of Trustees Nominations – LAST CALL

Brothers and Sisters in Christ, thank you, thank you for your diligence to the Chapel and this process. To date your Nominating Committee has ten nominations because of your efforts.

During normal times we would ask you to return a nomination form to the Chapel office by September 30th, but this year is different. We are attempting to work around this virus while simultaneously making it easier for you. If you have a prospective nomination, please call that individual and seek their interest in being a nominee. If the individual:

• Is a member of the Chapel and dedicated Christian;

• Possesses business, financial, and organizational skills;

• Is congenial, a good communicator, a team player;

• Is willing to support the Pastors ministry efforts, uphold the Chapel’s By-Laws and Mission Statement, and execute the directions in the Chapel’s Strategic Plan,

• Is “willing to serve,” then simply contact any member of the Nominating Committee listed below by email or phone and they will assist you in moving the nomination forward.

Ginsey Fallon - [email protected], Home: 910-295-2304, Cell: 910-639-7555 Peter Gross - [email protected], 910-295-8045 Carole Weaver - [email protected], 910-975-0983 Faith Clay - [email protected], 248-765-7213 Bill Bremer - [email protected], Home: 910-215-6165, Cell: 910-690-4076 Jack Raffaele - [email protected], Home: 910=295-3031, Cell 919-389-8810 Rich Cowell - [email protected], Home: 910-673-3779, Cell: 707-399-6055

Angel Tree Sign-up

Thank you for your continued support of The Village Chapel's Angel Tree Program! We couldn't serve all these families without your ongoing generosity.

This year due to the COVID-19 pandemic our community's needs are greater than ever. In Moore County the unemployment rate is going from less than 5% in 2019 to more than 12.6% in May 2020 and still rising.

Due to the continued threat of the virus, some of our procedures will change this year. Please consider donating early by putting "Angel Tree" on the memo line or contacting me now for a family request and I will send you a family in September. This will allow time for online shopping if you are more comfortable with that and it will give us a better idea on the number of families we can adopt. God bless you.

Lori Valentinas at (630) 768-0004 or [email protected]

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THE VILLAGE CHAPEL CLERGY AND STAFF The Rev. Dr. John Jacobs Senior Pastor

([email protected]) (910) 986-7230

The Rev. Dr. Ashley Smith Associate Pastor

([email protected]) (910) 992-8308

The Rev. Vickie Smith Minister of Youth & Children

([email protected]) (910) 992-8309

Stephen Gourley Director of Music

([email protected])

Deborah Holden Director of Children’s Choir

([email protected])

John Shannon Director of Music Emeritus

Susan Benefield Church Administrator

([email protected])

Heather Dunn Website Manager/Office Communications

([email protected])

Jacob King Building and Grounds Manager

Charles Sauls Sound/Video

THE VILLAGE CHAPEL BOARD OF TRUSTEES John Rowerdink, Chairman (910) 235-0644 [email protected]

Nancy Smith, Vice Chair (910) 295-1659 [email protected]

Mary Callow, Corporate Secretary (207) 266-0084 [email protected]

Alex Del Bueno, Treasurer (910) 215-9885 [email protected]

Chris Imperial (910) 585-7118 [email protected]

Al Mangum (910) 215-9093 [email protected]

Mike Obst (502) 438-6583 [email protected]

Dee Park (910) 255-6091 [email protected]

Carole Southon (910)-295-5385 [email protected]

Jim Voelkel (910) 295-4664 [email protected]

Sunday Morning Worship Service Times: 8:15 a.m. – Communion Service; 9:30 a.m. – Family Service; 11:00 a.m. – Traditional Service

10 Azalea Road, Pinehurst, North Carolina 28374 Telephone: 910-295-6003; Fax: 910-295-3729

The Care Cottage: 910-295-8026; 55 Community Road

Sunday Morning Radio Broadcasts 11:00 a.m. Worship Service

WIOZ at 550 (AM) from 8:00 to 8:30 WLHC at 103.1 (FM) from 8:30 to 9:00

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