The flowers on the chancel this morning are given in honor of Grandparents Day in memory of Dick and Sandra Johnston from Dylan, Anna and Leah. Ken Barton and the praise team shared a farewell song that Ken requested and sang called "Get Together." Rich Shawver presented Pastor Kurt and Mona with a card and a generous gift to honor their 20th year of ministry at Emmanuel. Margaret Frees was back in church Sunday after having a heart cath procedure. We had a nice farewell lunch for the Bartons. Bekah Brooks made a video tribute that included pictures from their time at Emmanuel. There was a memorial service Sunday at EBC for Sarah Goines and Roger McDonald mother and brother of Nathan Goines, who has been attending Emmanuel. Peter Ianniciello and Susan Stout have recovered from Covid and are feeling better. Steve Metheny got a clear/benign cancer result from his recent biopsy. Monica Fowler, cousin of Cheryl Burnem, got an all clear cancer scan this past week. Bob and Saunda Butler are Red Cross volunteers helping families struggling after Hurricane Ida. Ministry of the Week: Terri Fielder, Church Clerk

College Student of the Week: Elissa Filozof, 1467 Runaway Bay Drive, Apt. 1D, Columbus, OH 43204-4818

Person of the Week: Edelene Wood, 3301 Hemlock Avenue, Parkersburg, WV 26104-1709

A friend of Brenda Wheeler has been diagnosed with stage 4 liver and colon cancer and is in need of prayer.

Ken and Rachele Barton are getting settled in Louisiana. Their address is: 199 Atlas Road, Youngsville, LA 70592. (9/12)

Gene Beatty will have leg surgery soon at CC. (9/12)

Kim Bollinger will have surgery on her right leg on Friday, 9/17 for blockage of veins. (9/12)

Cheryl Chambers, a friend of Jean Beatty, is being treated for seizures. (9/12)

Jadyn Colgrove-14, great niece of Terri Fielder, had to return to Cleveland Clinic to address her Crohn’s and ulcerative colitis and adjust her medications. (9/12)

Joann Davis, friend of Jane Graham, had a major stroke and is paralyzed on left side. She is a retired Wood County elementary teacher. (9/5)

Pray for the Delgado family as they settle into their new home, schools and jobs in Atlanta. Their current address is: 1380 Pinehurst Hunt, Lawrenceville, GA 30043.

Leo Doss, the 2 month old great grandson of Jean Farrah,

September 12, 2021 “Honoring Grandparents & Seeking Wisdom” Proverbs 16:16 and 31: “How much better to get wisdom

than gold, to get insight rather than silver!" "Gray hair is a crown of splendor; it is attained in the way

of righteousness.”

“This is the day the Lord has made; Let us rejoice and be glad in it.” ~ Psalm 118:24

Announcements and Ministry Opportunities

Prelude “Fanfare of Praise” David Enoch

Call to Worship “Remember the Day” Stephen Curtis Chapman Video

*Responsive Reading: Psalm 145

Leader: “I will exalt you, my God the King; I will praise your name for ever and ever. Every day I will praise you and extol your name for ever and ever.”

People: “Great is the Lord and most worthy of praise; his greatness no one can fathom.”

Leader: “One generation commends your works to another; they tell of your mighty acts. They speak of the glorious splendor of your majesty— and I will meditate on your wonderful works.”

People: “They tell of the power of your awesome works—and I will proclaim your great deeds.”

Leader: “They celebrate your abundant goodness and joyfully sing of your righteousness. The Lord is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger and rich in love.”

People: “The Lord is good to all; he has compassion on all he has made.”

*Hymn of Praise No. 43 “Great is Thy Faithfulness”

*Opening Prayer with Lord's Prayer

*Greeting One Another

Children’s Moment Joe Stephens & Keith Schoenhut

Ministry Moment Tuesday Fellowship - Carol Fryfogle

Mission Moment Awana Missionaries - Gary & Kristine Wood

is now home after being treated for respiratory issues at Ruby. Pray for continued healing. (9/12)

Carolyn Duncan is recovering from knee surgery; on-going physical therapy. Pray for healing. (8/29)

Sherry Echard, Edna McVay’s niece, is having heart problems. (9/12)

Regina Goodwin, is battling cancer. She has a difficult road ahead. You can send her a card at 606 Edgelawn Street, Parkersburg, WV 26101. (8/15)

Peter Ianniciello and Susan Stout are both recovering from Covid. (8/29)

Barb Malcomb is in MM for abdominal tests and possible surgery following a back procedure. (9/12)

Maria McKinney’s back surgery was delayed to October.

Cynda O’Brien is recovering from knee surgery. (8/22)

Michael Power-59, Phil McHenry's brother in law, is battling stage 4 gastric cancer in GA. (8/15)

Ellen Quick, friend of Jane Graham, is under hospice care with cancer in NC. (9/12)

Jim and Judy Wilson, friends of Jane Graham, are both having on-going medical tests. (8/29)

Michelle Wreck, friend of Kim Bollinger, is hospitalized with Covid and on a ventilator. (9/12)

Pray for teachers, students and all administrative and service staff as our schools deal with on-going covid safety issues.

Pray for the situation in Afghanistan as Americans and Afghan nationals are trying to exit the country and for the Christians there who are being persecuted.

Pray for people struggling in the southern and northeast states after Hurricane Ida.

Pray that God will give our leaders wisdom as they make difficult decisions regarding Covid safety as infections have been increasing in the MOV.

The family and friends of Jan Drennon. The address for Dave Drennon is: 2151 Kevin Court, NE, New Philadelphia, OH 44663-9446.

The family and friends of Kim Brewton, Carole Morgan’s niece. Carole’s address is: 30 Campbell Drive, Apt. 15, Parkersburg, WV 26104.

The family and friends of Randy Mitchell, a friend of Pam McClain and a Methodist pastor in our area, passed away last week.

The family and friends of Bill Fox, a friend of Brenda Wheeler.

1710 23rd Street ~ Parkersburg, WV 26101 Phone: (304)-485-5171 ~ Fax: (304)-485-5194

Website: www.ebcwv.com ~ Email: info@ebcwv.com

Offertory 8:30 a.m. “O Store Gud” David Enoch, Organ

10:45 a.m. “Heaven Came Down and Glory Filled My Soul”

David Enoch, Organ & Pam McClain, Piano

Doxology

Scripture Reading: Numbers 13:26-33

Praises and Pastoral Prayer

Call to Prayer No. 465 “In His Time”

By: Charlotte Elliott / William B. Bradbury

In His time, in His time; He makes all things beautiful In His time.

Lord please show me ev'ry day As You're teaching me Your way,

That You do just what You say In Your time. © 1978 CCCM Music (Admin. by Brentwood-Benson Music Publishing, Inc.)

Used by permission CCLI #796382

Message “The Wisdom that Comes with Age” Pastor Kurt Busiek

Selected Sermon Scriptures: Exodus 20: “Honor your father and your mother, so that you may live long in the land the Lord your God is giving you.”

Proverbs 16: 16 and 31: "How much better to get wisdom than gold, to get insight rather than silver!" "Gray hair is a crown

of splendor; it is attained in the way of righteousness." 2 Timothy 1:3-5: " I thank God, whom I serve, as my ancestors

did, with a clear conscience, as night and day I constantly remember you in my prayers. Recalling your tears, I long to see

you, so that I may be filled with joy. I am reminded of your sincere faith, which first lived in your grandmother Lois and in

your mother Eunice and, I am persuaded, now lives in you also."

Prayer

Hymn No. 342 “Just As I Am”

*Benediction “The Lord bless you and keep you; the Lord make his

face shine on you and be gracious to you; the Lord turn his face toward you and give you peace.”

Numbers 6:24

Postlude “With the Saints in Glory Shining” David Enoch, Organ

Today - September 12 8:30 and 10:45 a.m. Worship Services in the Sanctuary, FB or via Zoom at 10:45 (https://zoom.us/ j/86867638107, Passcode 523523) 9:30 a.m. Sunday School - LIFE Class in the Old Choir Room (Room 108/110) and via Zoom (https://zoom.us/j/83382135500) Seekers-Room 201, Encouragers-Room 203 Conquerors-Room 204 10:25 a.m. Prayer Meeting in the Receptionist’s Office 12:00 p.m. Music Team Meeting in the Conference Room Monday-September 13 Tuesday-September 14 10:00 a.m. Bible Study in the Conf. Room (Room 114) & via Zoom (https://zoom.us/j/87185860738, Passcode 087181) Topic: new series on Faith: "All Things are Possible with God" 10:00 a.m. Necessity Closet open until Noon 5:15 p.m. Exercise Class in the Fellowship Hall Wednesday-September 15 10:30 a.m. Staff Meeting in the Conference Room 5:00 p.m. Dinner - Ham, Sweet Potato Casserole, Vegetable Medley, Salad and Dessert (Call the Office by Tuesday afternoon to Sign up!) 6:00 p.m. Bible Study in the Conference Room and via Zoom (https:/zoom.us/j/8538277974, Passcode 305) 1 Peter 3: Marriage and the Bible, Youth, AWANA, GriefShare 7:30 p.m. Safety Team Meeting Thursday-September 16 2:00 p.m. Visitation Time 5:15 p.m. Exercise Class in the Fellowship Hall Friday-September 17 Saturday-September 18 10:00 a.m. Operation Christmas Child Meeting - FH

Sept. 10 Peggy Ahlborn, Jo Ann Boggs, Tom Malson 11 Tom Beckwith, Greg Halterman, Dee Lallemont, 12 Kurt Busiek, Jr., Linda Gainer 13 Pam Beha, Karen Vanoster, Anthony Wince 15 Luke Nuzum 16 Carter Gaydac 17 Rachele Barton, Randy Beatty, Mackenzie Sims, Joe Stephens 18 Stephanie Busiek-Green, Bryant Cline, Lynda Farley, Jenny Hannan, Carole Woody

September 12 ~ Lusk Team September 19 ~ Encouragers Class

September 19 ~ Bob Langkamer & Dave Bollinger September 26 ~ Brian Lallemont & Randy Halterman

Save the Date! - On Saturday, October 9th, come have some fun on wheels with us at Skate Country from 3 to 4:30 p.m.!

AWANA Needs You! - We are in need of a volunteer to lead game time on Wednesday nights. The game time portion of the AWANA evening is not only important, it's also FUN, and the kids love it! If you would like more info on this opportunity, please let me know! Email sarah@ ebcwv.com /text her at 740.629.5434, or call the church.

Attention Youth and Families-- Tonight is bowling night! It will take place from 6pm to 8pm at Emerson Lanes. We'll cover bowling, shoes, pizza and drinks. You only need money if you want something else from the snack bar. This is open to all youth and their families, but please let Joe Stephens know if you plan to attend so he knows how many lanes to reserve. Meet at Emerson Lanes by 6pm or EBC at 5:45 if you need a ride. You can let Joe know you are coming by email at trainguy917@gmail.com or by calling or texting him at 304-893-2992. Texting is best most of the time.

New AWANA Missionary! New AWANA Missionary! Today, September 12, Gary Wood, the new W.Va. AWANA missionary, will share a little about himself, his new role as WV's AWANA missionary, and about the importance of this ministry. He is required to raise all of his own financial support, as are many other missionaries, so we will be taking up a love offering for Gary as you leave the service. You can find more info about him and his wife on the hallway bulletin board or go to: https://www.awana.org/missionary/wood.

The Goldeneers conference at Parchment Valley has been postponed to the spring of 2022.

GriefShare - GriefShare is meeting weekly on Wednesdays at 6:00 p.m. For more info, please call Gail at (304)-588-7632 or call the church office.

Tuesday Fellowship - Tuesday Fellowship for Sept. 14 has been canceled.

Healthy Eating for Life Potluck (HELP) Dinner and Education Series - Join Eileen Mayer and Linda McClead today for dinner with a purpose: to HELP each other eat wisely and well! Each monthly "Dinner

Meeting" starts at 4:30 in Fellowship Hall to share great company and potluck meals . Each session, bring $5.00 and 2-3 servings of a healthy recipe to share! Our "textbook" is the Daniel Plan Healthy Eating for Life Cookbook. A limited number are available for purchase for $20 from Terri in the office. Contact Eileen if you have questions: eileen@cascable.net or 304.834.2563.

Exercise Classes at EBC - The EBC Health Ministry is also offering exercise classes through Linda McLead and Temple Challenge every Tuesday and Thursday from 5:15 to 6:15 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. These exercises will be low impact, strength/cardio/core classes. $5/class.

Weekly Sunday Morning Prayer Gathering - Donna Shawver and Bonnie Nestor will be offering a weekly time of prayer for our worship service and ministry every Sunday, 10:25-10:35 in the church parlor. This group is open to anyone who would like to join them.

September is Heroes’ Month - Each Sunday in September, we’ll celebrate a different Hero: Sept. 5: Policemen and First Responders, Sept 12: Grandparents, September 19: Teachers and School Staff, and September 26: Doctors, Nurses and Hospital staff. Pastor Kurt is collecting stories about how your life has been positively impacted by one of these "heroes."

Colonial House Looking for Volunteers - The Colonial House is looking for two volunteers for about 1 hour/month. They would like one volunteer to discuss WV History and one to discuss Story Telling. If you are interested, contact Missi Stanley at (304)-428-6575.

Annual Church Picnic - Our annual church picnic this year will be Sunday, October 3 at 5:00 p.m. in the large shelter at City Park. All food and water to drink will be provided, including Lyndall’s famous chicken! Please join us for food, fun and fellowship!

Women’s Care Center Banquet Cancelled - The Women's Care Center is cancelling their annual banquet that was scheduled on Thursday, October 7 at 6:30 p.m. at Grand Pointe. They are rescheduling for April 21-22, 2022. Emmanuel will be sponsoring a table of ten at the April banquet. If you would like to be part of this fund-raising event, please contact Debi Taylor at (410) 600-5185 or call the office (304) 485-5171.

September 12 ~ Sixteenth Sunday after Pentecost Proverbs 1:20-33, Psalm 19, James 3:1-12, Mark 8:27-38

If you’re a Guest at Emmanuel, we want to welcome you to our

church.

If you would like to know more about Emmanuel or if you have questions about the Christian faith, please contact our Guest Coordinator, Barb Kirsch (304.482.2942 or bkirsch@suddenlink.net) or Pastor Kurt Busiek (304.485.5171 or kurt@ ebcwv. com). If you are a guest, please fill out a guest card then pass the card along to the Pastor, or place the card in the offering plate in the Narthex. Guests can also sign the guest book in the narthex. Pastor Busiek offers a LIFE Sunday School class (Sundays at 9:40 a.m.) for guests who want to know more about Emmanuel.

Does Not Include On-Line Giving

General Fund $7,474.57 Missions 896.95 Maint. Fund 170.85 Total $8,542.37

Designated Funds: Building Fund $ 190.00 Benevolence Fund 320.00

Includes On-Line Giving

General Fund $33,149.38 Missions 3,977.93 Maint. Fund 683.51 Total $34,175.58

Designated Funds: Building Fund $ 1,701.00 Memorials 2,540.00 Misc.-Pastor Gift 3,355.00 Benevolence Fund 1,787.00 Necessity Closet 600.00 Mt State Mission Offering 1,175.00 Misc. Missions 170.00

To give on-line, you can go to our Website (www.ebcwv.com), find and click on the "Giving" tab in the top right hand corner.

Or you can mail your check to: Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1710 23rd Street,

Parkersburg, WV 26101

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