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SUNDAY WORSHIP

INVOCATION The prayer that formally opens the worship experience

asking for God’s blessing

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)

PRAISE & WORSHIP

SCRIPTURE

Acts 2:41-47 (NKJV)

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

PRAYER

COVENANT RENEWAL (See page 5 or the Sanctuary screen)

Read responsively by the members of Union Baptist Church as a reminder of our agreement to live together as a Christian Community.

CONGREGATIONAL HYMN

“We’re Marching to Zion” (lyrics on page 6 and the Sanctuary screen)

FELLOWSHIP

WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

PASTORAL PRAYER

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September 3 The Rainbow Genesis 8:20-22, 9:8-17

September 10 Circumcision Genesis 17:1-4

September 17 Sabbath Observance Exodus 31:12-18

September 24 A Spirit-Filled Heart Ezekiel 36:22-32

Adult Sunday School Fall Quarter Lesson

covenants with god Unit I: Signs of God’s Covenant

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.)

OFFERTORY PRAYER

MUSICAL SELECTION

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

BENEDICTION

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LEADER: This is the Word of God

CONGREGATION: Thanks Be Unto God

SCRIPTURE Acts 2:41-47 (NKJV)

41 Then those who gladly[a] received his word were

baptized; and that day about three thousand souls

were added to them. 42 And they continued

steadfastly in the apostles’ doctrine and fellowship,

in the breaking of bread, and in prayers. 43 Then fear

came upon every soul, and many wonders and signs

were done through the apostles. 44 Now all who

believed were together, and had all things in

common, 45 and sold their possessions and goods,

and divided them among all, as anyone had need.

46 So continuing daily with one accord in the temple,

and breaking bread from house to house, they ate

their food with gladness and simplicity of

heart, 47 praising God and having favor with all the

people. And the Lord added to the church[b] daily

those who were being saved.

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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 enter into 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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WE’RE MARCHING TO ZION

1. Come, we that love the Lord, And let our joys be known, Join in a song with sweet accord, Join in a song with sweet accord, And thus surround the throne, and thus surround the throne.

Chorus

We’re marching to Zion, Beautiful, beautiful Zion

We’re marching upward to Zion, The beautiful city of God.

2. Let those refuse to sing Who never knew our God;

But children of the heav’nly King, But children of the heav’nly King, May speak their joys abroad, May speak their joys abroad.

3. Then let our songs abound, And ev’ry tear be dry;

We’re marching thro’ Immanuel’s ground, We’re marching thro’ Immanuel’s ground, To fairer worlds on high, To fairer worlds on high.

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Special Giving Above Tithe and Offering

“The tenth shall be holy unto the Lord.” Leviticus 27:32

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 to God our tithes and offerings. Tithing honors God. Are you giving the Lord His tithes or your tips? The word tithe means to give back to God one tenth of your earnings for the support of the ministry, the expenses of the church, the relief of the poor and the spread of the Gospel throughout the world.

If you earn

You owe the Lord

$10 $1

$50 $5

$75 $7.50

$100 $10

$200 $20

$500 $50

$700 $70

$1,000 $100

September 3 ―Education September 17 —Annual Missions Day September 10―Vision 2023 September 24—23rd Pastoral Anniversary

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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)

*Please submit updates to the Church Office at 914.948.6439

Margaret Bland Home

Carl Booker Home

Deacon Charles Carson New York Presbyterian Hospital

Deaconess Marie Chambers 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

Mildred Hall Home

Maudin Howson Home

Glenda Johnson Dumont Nursing Home

Beleda Mebane White Plains Nursing Home

Emma Mountcastle The Grove Rehabilitation Center

Beatrice Newton Home

Janie Pace Home

Marvin Ragin Briarcliff Manor Nursing & Rehab Center

Annie Range United Hebrew Geriatric Center

Mary Roane Home

Eleanor Sanders White Plains Nursing Home

Jeanette Santiago Home

Estella Thomas Martine Center

Frances Welch The Kensington

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

to celebrate the birthday of my husband, Thomathy. You are an awesome friend and husband. I love you so much.

Love, Theresa

to celebrate the birthday of our little brother and only son, Christopher Davis. We love you and thank God for

you on your 3rd birthday. By your loving big sisters, Constance and Caroline,

and your mother, Tracy

to celebrate the birthday of Ruth Perez Francis, an amazing daughter and sister. Thank you for bringing so much love, joy and

laughter to our family. You are a blessing! May God continue to bless you.

Love always, Ma Perez, sister Julie and brother Anthony Scott

to celebrate my 77th birthday. Thank you, God, for another year of your love, grace and blessings. I can’t thank you enough.

By Esther Vann

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Thank You

for worshipping with us

Welcome to the UBC Family!

Right Hand of Fellowship

Bruce Alveranga Luchette O’Connor

Leah Clarke Keisha Roden

Aniyah Cole Sharon Rynn

Freddie David Gerrard Salmon

Demetria Flynn Arlene Stepney

Daniel Mattei

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Fri, September 8 Missions Mobile Food Truck 12:30PM

Sun, September 10 Youth Church Resumes 11AM Worship

Tue, September 12 Union’s Food for Life Ministry Resumes Every Tuesday

6:00PM Dinner

Sun, September 17 Annual Missions Day 8AM & 11AM

Worship

Wed, September 20 Pastor Williams’ Adult Bible Study Resumes ~ A Study in First Corinthians

12Noon & 7PM

Fri, September 22 New Members Movie Night Showing Hidden Figures—Based on a true story

6:40PM Doors Open

Sun, September 24 23rd Pastoral Anniversary 8AM & 11AM

Worship

Sat, October 7 UBC Men’s Fellowship Breakfast 9AM

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SEPTEMBER

Happy Birthday Wishes

are sent to you from all of us here

at Union Baptist Church.

We pray that you will have a blessed special

day and that God will continue

to order your steps!

Your UBC Family

UBC Monthly Calendar events: Online at: www.unionbaptistwp.org

& On the Narthex Welcome Table

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SERMON NOTES

You may use this sheet to make personal notes. CDs of today’s

worship experience may be ordered in Office 1C after worship

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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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