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SUNDAY WORSHIP

KEEPING UP!

CALL TO WORSHIP Make a joyful noise unto the Lord, all ye lands. Serve the Lord with

gladness: come before His presence with singing. Enter into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise: be thankful unto

Him, and bless His name. For the Lord is good; His mercy is everlasting; and His truth endureth to all generations.

Psalm 100:1-2, 4-5 (KJV)

INVOCATION The prayer that formally opens the worship experience

asking for God’s blessing

SONGS OF PRAISE

OLD TESTAMENT READING

Exodus 15:22-27 (NKJV)

Today’s scripture will be read aloud. Please stand and read from your Bible, the Sanctuary screen or page 4

NEW TESTAMENT READING

Hebrews 6:7-12 (NKJV)

Today’s scripture will be read aloud. Please stand and read from your Bible, the Sanctuary screen or page 5

COVENANT RENEWAL

(See the Sanctuary screen or page 6) Read responsively by the members of Union Baptist Church as a

reminder of our agreement to live together as a Christian Community.

CONGREGATIONAL HYMN “Jesus, the Light of the World”

(lyrics on the Sanctuary screen and page 7)

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PASTORAL REMARKS & WELCOME

COMMUNITY PRAYER & FELLOWSHIP

WORSHIP THROUGH GIVING Tithes, Offerings, and Benevolent

Give in tithe and offering; then watch the windows of heaven open. (For your convenience, guest envelopes are in the back of each pew.)

HYMN OF PREPARATION

THE GOSPEL MESSAGE

Reverend Dr. Verlin D. Williams

INVITATION TO DISCIPLESHIP "Come to me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give

you rest. Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am Gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls.

For my yoke is easy and my burden is light." Matthew 11: 28 - 30 (NKJV)

OBSERVANCE OF THE LORD’S SUPPER

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OLD TESTAMENT READING Exodus 15:22-27 (NKJV)

22 So Moses brought Israel from the Red Sea; then they

went out into the Wilderness of Shur. And they went

three days in the wilderness and found

no water. 23 Now when they came to Marah, they could

not drink the waters of Marah, for they were bitter.

Therefore the name of it was called Marah. 24 And the

people complained against Moses, saying, “What shall

we drink?” 25 So he cried out to the Lord, and

the Lord showed him a tree. When he cast it into the

waters, the waters were made sweet. There He made a

statute and an ordinance for them, and there He test-

ed them, 26 and said, “If you diligently heed the voice

of the Lord your God and do what is right in His

sight, give ear to His commandments and keep all His

statutes, I will put none of the diseases on you which I

have brought on the Egyptians. For

I am the Lord who heals you.” 27 Then they came to

Elim, where there were twelve wells of water and sev-

enty palm trees; so they camped there by the waters.

LEADER: This is the Word of God

CONGREGATION: Thanks Be Unto God

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NEW TESTAMENT READING Hebrews 6:7-12 (NKJV)

7 For the earth which drinks in the rain that often

comes upon it, and bears herbs useful for those by

whom it is cultivated, receives blessing from

God; 8 but if it bears thorns and briers, it is rejected

and near to being cursed, whose end is to be burned.

9 But, beloved, we are confident of better things

concerning you, yes, things that accompany

salvation, though we speak in this

manner. 10 For God is not unjust to forget your work

and labor of love which you have shown toward His

name, in that you have ministered to the saints, and

do minister. 11 And we desire that each one of you

show the same diligence to the full assurance of hope

until the end, 12 that you do not become sluggish, but

imitate those who through faith and patience inherit

the promises.

LEADER: This is the Word of God

CONGREGATION: Thanks Be Unto God

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CHURCH COVENANT LEADER: Having been led, as we believe, by the Spirit of God to receive the LORD Jesus Christ as our Savior; and on the profession of our faith we do now in the presence of God, angels, and this assembly, most solemnly and joyfully renew this covenant with one another as one body in Christ. CONG: We engage, therefore, by the aid of the Holy Spirit, to walk together in Christian love; to strive for the advancement of this church in knowledge and holiness; to give it a place in our affections, prayers and services above every other organization of human origin. LEADER: To contribute cheerfully and regularly as God has prospered us, toward the support of the ministry, the relief of the poor, and the spread of the Gospel throughout the world. CONG: We also engage to maintain family and secret devotion; to study the word of God; to religiously educate our children; to seek the salvation of our kindred and acquaintance. LEADER: To walk circumspectly in the world; to be just in our dealings, faithful in our service. CONG: We further engage to watch over, to pray for, to exhort each other unto every good word and work; to guard each other’s reputation, not needlessly exposing the infirmities of others; to participate in each other’s joys, bear one another’s sorrows; and to cultivate Christian courtesy; LEADER: To be slow to take offense, but always ready for reconciliation, being mindful of the rules of the Savior to secure it without delay. ALL: When we remove from this place, we engage as soon as possible to unite with some other church where we can carry out the spirit of this covenant and the principles of God’s word.

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Jesus, the Light of the World

Hark! The herald angels sing,

Jesus, the Light of the world;

Glory to the new-born king,

Jesus, the light of the world.

Chorus

We’ll walk in the light, beautiful light,

Come where the dew-drops of mercy are bright,

Shine all around us by day and by night,

Jesus, the Light of the world.

Joyful, all ye nations, rise,

Jesus, the light of the world;

Join the triumph of the skies,

Jesus, the Light of the world.

Christ, by highest heav’n adored,

Jesus, the Light of the world;

Christ, the ever-lasting Lord,

Jesus, the Light of the world.

Hail the heav’n-born Prince of peace!

Jesus, the Light of the world;

Hail the Son of righteous-ness!

Jesus, the Light of the world.

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If you earn

You owe the Lord

$10 $1 $50 $5 $75 $7.50

$100 $10

January 6 - First Fruits January 13- Education January 20- Vision 2023 January 27 - Foreign Missions

Special Giving Above Tithe and Offering

Every Christian should strive to learn how to be a cheerful giver. When we give what does it actually mean? It simply means we cheerfully give back to God our tithes and offerings.

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to celebrate the birthday of our mother and nana, Deborah Patton. You have been our rock. Always

there to support us in every way. We love you dearly! Enjoy your day, Crystal and Jasmine Patton

to celebrate today the birthday of our wonderful, very

special, beautiful, supernatural, beloved daughter, Trustee Patricia Ann “Princess” Moss, in whom we are well pleased. Wishing you today a day that is especially

designed for you. Happy Birthday, we love you very much. by Deacon Thomas and Deaconess Pearl Moss

in loving memory of my husband, William “Bill” McAllister.

Your loving wife Sandy

to say Happy New Year to my Union Baptist Church Family. by Alice Dixon

in loving memory of a loving husband, father,

and grandfather, Mr. Lionel Perez. We love and miss you so much. You are always in our hearts.

Happy Birthday in heaven. by the Perez, Francis and Scott Families

Flowers on the Altar are Placed to Honor God and….

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KNOWN SICK AND CONVALESCENT

Is there any sick among you? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him. (James 5:14a)

Deacon Alfred Carver Home

Charlie Crisp Home

Richard Cummings Home

Minister Franzette Day Westchester Independent Living

Reverend Dr. Charles Edgerton Martine Center

Richard Fields Home

Martha Graves Home

Maudin Howson Home

Glenda Johnson Dumont Nursing Home

Georgia Kyle Home

Beleda Mebane White Plains Nursing Home

Emma Mountcastle The Grove Rehabilitation Center

Beatrice Newton Home

Marvin Ragin Westchester Medical Center

Mary Roane Home

Eleanor Sanders White Plains Nursing Home

Jeanette Santiago Home

Frances Welch The Kensington

*Please submit updates to the Church Office at 914.948.6439

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PASTOR’S PRAYER LIST

Is there any sick among you? He should call the elders of the church to pray over him.

Alyce Archer Cleveland Holt

James Archer Barbara Keys

Thelma Booker Georgia Kyle

Deacon Charles Carson Linda Lee

Shirley Carter Beleda Mebane

Deacon Alfred Carver William Montague

Charlie Crisp Richard Nichols

Richard Cummings Zachariah Parker

Joan Dolman Marvin Ragin

Reverend Charles Edgerton Mary Roane

Richard Fields Deacon Hannabee Robinson

Elnora Whitfield Golden Gerrard Salmon

Allen Gorley Eleanor Sanders

Stacey Hairston Frances Welch

Trustee Frances Herring

*Please submit updates to the Church Office at 914.948.6439

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Junior Alexander

Leonard Allen-Smith

Yvonne Bailey

Pamela Beach

Cecilia Dean

Maureen Dillion

Cedieu Gue

Ron Hamilton

Tiffany Hamilton

Denise Martin

Ian Staley

Kimberly Winston

Treneé Young

Right Hand of Fellowship

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K E E P I N G U P W I T H U B C ( F l i e r s a r e o n t h e N a r t h e x T a b l e ! ! )

Tues, Jan 8 Missions- Food for Life (Deacon Grover Jones, Sr. Fellowship Hall)

6PM

Tues, Jan 8 Homework Hub (Narthex, Lower Level Elevator Lobby)

6:30PM

Wed, Jan 9 Prayer Every Wednesday (Worship Center—Sanctuary)

11:30AM & 6:30PM

Thurs, Jan 10 Missions- knitting Circle (Lower Level Elevator Lobby)

5-7PM

Fri, Jan 11 Missions- Mobile Food Truck 12PM

Sun, Jan 13 F.L.Y. Life Bible Chat (Worship Center—Computer Room)

10-10:45AM

Mon, Jan 21 Reverend Martin Luther King Jr. Day UNION BAPTIST CHURCH CLOSED

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SERMON NOTES You may use this sheet to make personal notes.

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Date: ______________________

Last Name: ___________________________ First Name: ________________________ MI: ___

Gender: Male: ____ Female: ____ Date of Birth: _____________________

Mailing Address: _________________________________________________________________

City: _______________________________________ State: _________ Zip Code: ___________

Home Address (if different) _______________________________________________________

Phone (Home): __________________ Mobile: _________________Work _________________

E-mail address: __________________________________________________________________

Preferred method of contact (check one): Mail ____ Phone ____ Email ____

Service you expect to attend: 8:00 a.m. ____ 11:00 a.m. ____

How are you joining Union Baptist Church? Check One

____ Candidate for Baptism (Never been baptized)

____ Reinstatement (Former member of Union Baptist Church wishing to reinstate membership)

____ By Letter (Former member of another Baptist church and have a letter of introduction from that church)

____ Christian Experience (Baptized Christian with no church affiliation or letter of introduction)

In case of an emergency contact:

Name: ______________________ ___________________________________________ Address: _______________________________________________________________ City: ____________________________ State: ________ Zip Code: ______________ Telephone: ______________________________ Relationship: ___________________

NEW MEMBER REGISTRATION FORM (please place your completed form in the basket on the Welcome Table)

Please share some information about yourself:

Name of Spouse (if any): __________________________________________________________

Name(s) and age(s) of child(ren) (if any):

1. _______________________________________ 3. __________________________________ 2. _______________________________________ 4. _________________________________

Hobbies:________________________________________________________________________

Ministry Gifts (if known): _________________________________________________________

Primary Language (check one): English __ Spanish __ Other (specify) ________________

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