february 11 , 2018 transfiguration/jazz sunday
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February 11th, 2018 Transfiguration/Jazz Sunday
Welcome to this service of worship at Norfield Congregational Church on this Sunday morning. Please join us after worship for Fellowship in the Parish Hall.
PREPARING FOR WORSHIP Please silence all cell phones and other electronic devices.
*All who are able, please stand in body or in spirit.
Gathering Music The Chris Coogan Quintet
Chris Coogan, piano John Mobilio, bass Jim Royle, drums
Rex Denton, trumpet Jim Clark, saxophone
Ringing of the Church Bell Jim Miller
Invocation Kaeli Mecca
Call to Worship
Leader: The Mighty One, God the LORD, speaks and summons the earth from the rising of the sun to its setting.
People: Out of Zion, the perfection of beauty, God shines forth.
Leader: Our God comes and does not keep silent, before him is a devouring fire, and a mighty tempest all around him.
People: He calls to the heavens above and to the earth, that he may judge his people:
Leader: “Gather to me my faithful ones, who made a covenant with me by sacrifice!” People: The heavens declare his righteousness, for God himself is judge.
All: Come, let us worship the Lord!
*Hymn “Holy, Holy, Holy!”
Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! Early in the morning our song shall rise to thee. Holy, Holy, Holy! Merciful and mighty! God in three Persons, blessed Trinity!
Holy, Holy, Holy! All the saints adore Thee, Casting down their golden crowns around the glassy sea. Cherubim and seraphim falling down before Thee, Who wert, and art, and evermore shalt be.
Holy, Holy, Holy! Though the darkness hide Thee, Though the eye of sinfulness Thy glory may not see. Only Thou art holy; there is none beside Thee, Perfect in power, in love and purity.
Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! All Thy works shall praise Thy name in earth and sky and sea. Holy, Holy, Holy! Merciful and mighty! God in three Persons, blessed Trinity!
Welcome and Announcements
Pastoral Prayer and 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 trespasses, as we forgive those who trespass against us; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
Children’s Sermon Children will leave at this time for Discovery Hour in the Norfield Room.
*Hymn
HEARING GOD ’S WORD
Scripture Readings 2 Corinthians 4: 3-6 (NRSV) 3 And even if our gospel is veiled, it is veiled to those who are perishing. 4 In their case the god of this world has blinded the minds of the unbelievers, to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God. 5 For we do not proclaim ourselves; we proclaim Jesus Christ as Lord and ourselves as your slaves for Jesus’ sake. 6 For it is the God who said, “Let light shine out of darkness,” who has shone in our hearts to give the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ.
Mark 9: 2-9 (NRSV) 2 Six days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John, and led them up a high mountain apart, by themselves. And he was transfigured before them, 3 and his clothes became dazzling white, such as no one on earth could bleach them. 4 And there appeared to them Elijah with Moses, who were talking with Jesus. 5 Then Peter said to Jesus, “Rabbi, it is good for us to be here; let us make three dwellings, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah.” 6 He did not know what to say, for they were terrified. 7 Then a cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud there came a voice, “This is my Son, the Beloved; listen to him!” 8 Suddenly when they looked around, they saw no one with them anymore, but only Jesus. 9 As they were coming down the mountain, he ordered them to tell no one about what they had seen, until after the Son of Man had risen from the dead.
Sermon “Take 5 to Hear God through Jazz” Rev. Dr. Bernard R. Wilson
Invitation to Giving
Offertory Anthem “How Can I Keep from Singing?” arr. Kirby Shaw Since Love is Lord of heaven and earth, how can I keep from singing?
*Doxology OLD HUNDREDTH
Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise Christ, all people here below; Praise Holy Spirit evermore; Praise Triune God, whom we adore. Amen.
Prayer of Dedication
*Hymn “Oh, When the Saints Go Marching In” Traditional
Benediction
Response Sending Music
Welcome Visitors!
We are delighted to have you joining us here at Norfield today! Please let us know if you have additional questions, or require further assistance. Do not hesitate to ask one of our greeters or ushers, a deacon (identified by name badges), or one
of our ministers.
Please also take a moment to fill out a nametag for yourself so we can greet you by name.
❖ Infant and toddler care is available in the lower level of the Christian Education Building. An usher can direct you. You can also see and hear the service in the Greene Room if you need to.
❖ A Children’s sermon is shared most Sundays and all children are invited to
come to the front of the altar and join us. ❖ Norfield’s Church School, called Discovery Hour, meets during the service.
Children leave after the Children’s Sermon, accompanied by their teachers. All children are welcome and encouraged to attend. Pre-registration is not necessary. Children can then be picked up following the service at the Christian Education Building. Please ask us for directions.
❖ Hearing Assistance System amplifiers are available. Please speak with an
usher if you would like to use one. ❖ Prayer Cards are located in the pew racks. If you have a prayer request, please
fill one out and place it in the offering plate or give it to a minister. We pray over these concerns each week.
❖ Please fill in your address and any questions you might have on the back of
one of the Prayer Cards in the pews, and then put the card in the offering plate or give it to a minister.
❖ Please join us, following the service, for our Fellowship Hour in the Parish
Hall so we can welcome you personally and introduce ourselves.
❖ If you are interested in becoming a member of our church family, please contact Teri Gaberman, NCC Administrative Assistant at [email protected].
Please visit our website at www.norfield.org for more information, and for updates on church activities and service schedules, view our online Google calendar also located on our website.
Parish Notes February 11th, 2018
Norfield Congregational Church Office Hours: Monday–Friday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Senior Minister Office Hours: Monday–Thursday 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Welcome! Thank you for joining us today! We hope that the hour spent in this sacred space will draw
you closer to God, and an awareness of God’s love.
Name Tags! In an effort to maintain and nurture our Norfield family we ask that everyone please put on
a name tag. They can be found in the pew box in front of you!
Leaders of Worship Senior Minister – Rev. Dr. Bernard R. Wilson
Transitional Associate Minister – Rev. Diane Stevenson Director of Music & Worship Arts – Dr. David H. Connell
Guest Musicians – The Chris Coogan Quintet Interim Youth Director – Tilly Story
Seminary Intern – Ellen Willert Deacon of the Day – Adrienne A. Wallace
Confirmand Reader – Kaeli Mecca Greeter – Woody Bliss
Fellowship Hour Host – The Edwards Family
Our Prayer List (February) I lift up my eyes to the hills – from where will my help come?
My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth. (Psalm 121:1-2)
Prayer Concerns: Loving prayers for the family of Stuart Hubbard.
Today’s Altar Flowers are given by Rev. Diane and Barney Stevenson in grateful praise to God for the 95th birthday of Diane’s mother, Irene Kapsimalis,
and for the birth of their grandson Bobby Jorgensen.
(If you would like to put a name, concern, or joy on the prayer list, please contact the church office at # 203-227-7886. Your prayer concern will remain on the list for the month; if you would like to extend that time, please contact the church office. Thank You!)
D is c o v e r y H o u r Penny Anderson, Christian Education Director
Ellen Dickinson, Children’s Church
Grades K 1&2 – Anna Cocoros Grades 3&4 – Rachel MacWilliams
Grades 5&6 – Penny Anderson Grades 7&8 – remain in the Sanctuary for Jazz Sunday
Announcements
Rediscover Your Faith at Norfield in 2018!
Ash Wednesday Service Wednesday, February 14th at 7pm
Dr. David H. Connell, preaching
Please join us for a service of worship and meditation as we enter the season of Lent in preparation for a joyous
Easter. We will offer healing prayers with anointing and the imposition of Ashes.
Led by Rev. Dr. Bernard R. Wilson, our weekly Open Door Bible Study on Wednesdays at 9:30am in the Greene Room explores the Biblical texts to be presented in Worship the next Sunday, and is a great way to get even more out of church. Rev. Wilson presents the readings in historical and literary context, explores how different Christian traditions interpret them, and how to make sense of what the Biblical witness is trying to say to us. The discussion is active and thoughtful, but informal and very welcoming! Also, our Mom’s Bible Study, led by Rev. Diane Stevenson is held on Mondays at 9:30am in the Banks Room! The group is structured to suit a mom's busy schedule and provides mothers at any stage of life with thoughtful, biblical encouragement for each and every day. Come and nourish your faith at Bible Study!
Music Makers Ministry on Wednesdays! Children from toddlers through sixth grade are invited to be part of our Wonderful Wednesdays! MMM is an after-school program which includes activities instruments, and singing as the children learn and grow together, getting ready to sing and play for worship, perform pageants and plays, and enjoy Christian fellowship. For more information, please contact Dr. David H. Connell at [email protected] or at #203.227.7886, ext. 1003.
NEW Giving Opportunities are Here ! Faster than writing a check, you can set up your 2018 online giving to Norfield by downloading the Church Giving App on your smartphone. It’s EASY! Just search “GivePlus Church” at either the Apple App Store or Google Play and download the App! Other ways include: texting the dollar amount to #203-580-6354 or setting it up via computer at Norfield.org/pledge. For questions, please contact Laura Casellas at [email protected].
The Norfield is in the process of updating its Church Directory and Constant Contact List and we NEED your HELP! Kindly fill out the form if your contact information has changed over the past year including address, phone numbers (home/office/cell) and email address or if you’re not listed in either the directory or on our email distribution list. Forms are located in in the parish hall. THANK YOU!
NORFIELDERS – WE NEED YOU!!! Please consider signing up today to become an usher at Sunday Worship Services. It’s a fun and easy way to serve your church either with a friend or family member! Here are the various ways to sign up. THANK YOU!
1. Norfield Website http://www.norfield.org/member/signuplinks
2. Sign Up Genius
www.SignUpGenius.com/go/20FOB48AFA829A3 FC1-2018. Please remember to include contact details when signing up!
3. Usher Sign Up Board in the Parish Hall/Church Office
4. Send a Message to: [email protected] or [email protected] .
Norfield Book Club – NEW DATE: February 21st
Norfield Book Club has RESCHEDULED its meeting to Wednesday, February 21st at 7pm at the home of Laura Casellas, 11 September Lane, Weston. This month’s book choice is – “A Wrinkle in Time” by Madeleine L’Engle. If you’re interested in attending, please RSVP to Laura at [email protected] or 203-451-7598. Hope to see you there!
Norfield’s Annual Youth 30 Hour Famine
February 23rd - February 24th 7pm - 12:30pm
Every day, over 7,000 kids die from hunger-related causes. The clock is ticking and we are taking action now! For 30 hours, we’re going hungry to raise funds to help hungry children around the world. Any 6th - 8th Grader (Norfielders and friends!) who want to make a difference are invited to particiate! For more information, please contact: Tilly Story, Interim Youth Director at [email protected] or at(203)418-0106. Thank You!!
HOW YOU CAN HELP:
1. Give.
Online: https://youth.worldvision.org/team/Norfield2018
Cash or Check : Talk to a 30 Hour Famine participant
2. Volunteer.
Any 6th - 8th grader is welcome to participate.
We are also looking for overnight adult chaperones!
3. Pray.
Ask God to bring us together and to help those in need every day.
Our GOAL
$5,000 for World Hunger
Join us for our annual
Men's Fellowship Event of the Year!
Friday, March 16th 5:30PM
at the home of
Rev. Dr. Bernard R. Wilson
9 Parsonage Lane
Enjoy March Madness Games, Dinner and Refreshments ! ! !
We’ l l have some GREAT food - w ith the usual March M adness
appet izer l ine up of wings, ch ips and homemade guacamole a long
with refreshments.
For the heart ier appet i tes , we are k ick ing i t up a notch th is year
and we wi l l have two types of pael las - pork and chicken, and a
seafood . A n ice assortments of sweets -cookies , p ies, and cakes
to cap of f the evening!
RSVP: [email protected]
An Event Not to be Missed!
C h u r ch Ca l e n da r
Day Date Time Event Place
Sunday 2/11 8:30am Soul Food Parish Hall
10:00am Worship Service - Jazz Sunday Sanctuary
5:15pm Confirmation Class Parish Hall
Monday 2/12 9:30am Mom’s Bible Study Banks Room
7:00pm Boy Scouts Parish Hall
Wednesday 2/14 9:30am Open Door Bible Study Greene Room
NO MMM
7:00pm Ash Wednesday Service Sanctuary
Thursday 2/15 6:15pm Handbell Rehearsal Greene Room
7:00pm Shepherds Meeting Banks Room
Friday 2/16 11:00am Stuart Hubbard Memorial Service Sanctuary
Saturday 2/17 8:30am Kiwanis Club Parish Hall
Sunday 2/18 10:00am Worship Service Sanctuary
5:15pm Confirmation Class Parish Hall
BOARD AND COMMITTEE CHAIRS:
Moderator – Tracy Pennoyer Vice Moderator – Mary Crawford
Church Clerk – Shivanthi Edwards Nominating Committee – Gaitrie Bos
Assistant Treasurer – Pam LaFontaine Altar Committee – Bobbie Sassano & Gaitrie Bos
Board of Trustees – Don Gary Board of Deacons – Dan Klein
Human Resources – Jean Davis-French Board of Music – Bayard Dodge
Senior Shepherds – Carol Hamilton Board of Fellowship – Anne Troxell
Board of Christian Education – Christa Gross Prayer Requests – Jackie Troxell
Prayer Shawl Ministry – Jacqueline Pike Shepherds – Lois Bechtel & Missy Dorsey
Board of Christian Outreach – Robert Smits Treasurer – Kurt Schreder