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“A house of prayer for all people,
aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God”
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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH
Third Sunday of Easter
April 19, 2015 8:00 a.m.
The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.
CHIMES “Count Your Blessings” Excell arr. Chandler Carillon Handbell Choir
PRELUDE “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” arr. Weber
WELCOME, REGISTRATION and ANNOUNCEMENTS PASTORAL PRAYER
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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
HYMN “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” No. 575 (Verses 1 & 3)MUSICAL PRESENTATION “Steal Away to Jesus” arr. Valerie Stephenson
Carillon Handbell Choir and Scott Reading, soloist
SCRIPTURE READING Acts 11:1-18 L: The Word of the Lord.
P: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “A Bigger Opening in the Jar” Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.
HYMN “Just a Closer Walk with Thee” No. 564OFFERTORY “I Want Jesus to Walk with Me” arr. Linda R. Lamb
Heavenly Handbells
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“DOXOLOGY” No. 815 “Blest Be the Tie That Binds” No. 426 “When we asunder part, it gives us inward pain; but we shall still be joined
in heart, and hope to meet again.” BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE “Because He Lives” arr. Weber
ACTS 11:1-18 (NIV)
“The apostles and the believers throughout Judea heard that the Gentiles also had received the word of God. So when Peter went up to Jerusalem, the circumcised believers criticized him and said, ‘You went into the house of uncircumcised men and ate with them.’ Starting from the beginning, Peter told them the whole story: ‘I was in the city of Joppa praying, and in a trance I saw a vision. I saw something like a large sheet being let down from heaven by its four corners, and it came down to where I was. I looked into it and saw four-footed animals of the earth, wild beasts, reptiles and birds. Then I heard a voice telling me, “Get up, Peter. Kill and eat.” I replied, “Surely not, Lord! Nothing impure or unclean has ever entered my mouth.” The voice spoke from heaven a second time, “Do not call anything impure that God has made clean.” This happened three times, and then it was all pulled up to heaven again. Right then three men who had been sent to me from Caesarea stopped at the house where I was staying. The Spirit told me to have no hesitation about going with them. These six brothers also went with me, and we entered the man’s house. He told us how he had seen an angel appear in his house and say, “Send to Joppa for Simon who is called Peter. He will bring you a message through which you and all your household will be saved.” As I began to speak, the Holy Spirit came on them as he had come on us at the beginning. Then I remembered what the Lord had said: “John baptized with water, but you will be baptized with the Holy Spirit.” So if God gave them the same gift he gave us who believed in the Lord Jesus Christ, who was I to think that I could stand in God’s way? When they heard this, they had no further objections and praised God, saying, ‘So then, even to Gentiles God has granted repentance that leads to life.’”
CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE)
**Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals and bulletins are available for use during services. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.
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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH
Third Sunday of Easter
April 19, 2015 9:15 a.m.
The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.
CHIMES “Count Your Blessings” Excell arr. Chandler Carillon Handbell Choir
WELCOME, REGISTRATION and ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRELUDE “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” Arr. Weber
BRINGING IN THE LIGHT
SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Easton McCall Suciu
CALL TO WORSHIPL: Today we gather as God’s people, part of the greater family of faith around
the globe, to worship our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
P: We gather in the Spirit of Love which God gave as a gift to the world to be administered through the church.
L: We are called to live lives of love, devoted to serving God by serving those around us.
P: May God equip us and inspire us through our worship today to live this calling more fully as bearers of the banner of Jesus Christ in the world. Amen.
SPECIAL MUSIC “Just a Closer Walk with Thee” Traditional Jud Souers, soloist
Confession of the Christian Community
L: Where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is the one true Church, apostolic and universal, whose holy faith let us now declare:
P: We believe in the one God, maker and ruler of all things, Father of all men, the source of all goodness and beauty, all truth and love.
We believe in Jesus Christ, God manifest in the flesh, our teacher, example, and Redeemer, the Savior of the world.
We believe in the Holy Spirit, God present with us for guidance, for comfort, and for strength.
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We believe in the forgiveness of sins, in the life of love and prayer, and in grace equal to every need.
We believe in the Word of God contained in the Old and New Testaments as the sufficient rule both of faith and of practice.
We believe in the Church as the fellowship for worship and for service of all who are united to the living Lord.
We believe in the kingdom of God as the divine rule in human society, and in the brotherhood of man under the fatherhood of God.
We believe in the final triumph of righteousness, and in the life everlasting.
(The Korean Creed, UMC, 1965)
L: Let us now pray together the prayer that our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us:
P: 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
MUSICAL PRESENTATION “Steal Away to Jesus” arr. Valerie Stephenson
Carillon Handbell Choir and Scott Reading, soloist
SCRIPTURE READING Acts 11:1-18 L: The Word of the Lord. (Page3) P: Thanks be to God.
SERMON “A Bigger Opening in the Jar” Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.
HYMN “Leaning on the Everlasting Arms” No. 575OFFERTORY “I Want Jesus to Walk with Me” Arr. Linda R. Lamb
Heavenly Handbells
“DOXOLOGY” No. 815 “Blest Be the Tie That Binds” No. 426 “When we asunder part, it gives us inward pain; but we shall still be joined
in heart, and hope to meet again.” BENEDICTION
POSTLUDE “Because He Lives” arr. Weber CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE)
**Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals and bulletins are available for use during services. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.
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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH
Third Sunday of Easter
April 19, 2015 10:45 a.m.
The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.
PRELUDE
WELCOME AND OPENING PRAYER
PRAISE OF CONGREGATION “Come, Now is the Time to Worship” B. Doerksen
SPECIAL MUSIC “Jesus, You Gave It All” Craig Gower Chancel Singers
SCRIPTURE READING Acts 11:1-18 (Page 3)
SERMON “A Bigger Opening in the Jar” Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.
PRAISE OF CONGREGATION “The Power of the Cross” K. Getty & S. Townend
OFFERTORY “God of Wonders” Byrd & Hindalong arr. Weber
“The Power of the Cross” Keith Getty & Stuart Townend “Oh to see my name written in the wounds, for through Your suff’ring I am free. Death is crushed to death, life is mine to live won through your selfless love! This the pow’r of the cross Son of God slain for us. What a love, what a cost. We stand forgiven at the cross.”
CCLI Song #4490766 © 2005 Thank You Music
BENEDICTION POSTLUDE
CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE)
**Assisted Hearing devices and large print bulletins are available for use during the service. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.
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Announcements for April 19, 2015
BIBLE STUDIES
The Tuesday Bible study meets at 10:00 a.m. in Souers Hall. We are currently studying the Book of Acts. All you need to bring is your Bible.
Wednesday night Bible study is focusing on the Book of Esther. This study meets at at 6:45 p.m. in Souers Hall immediately following dinner. Please bring your Bible.
WEDNESDAY NIGHT PROGRAMS
Dinner this week will be sloppy joes, salad, chips, brownies and ice cream. Programs will include G.O. Kids Rec. Room, G.O. Kids, Chancel Choir, Heavenly Handbells, CLP Café, Adult Bible study, and others. See the weekly calendar for times and locations.
VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL
If you would like to help make decorations for this summer’s VBS, please sign up in Souers Hall. Bring your creativity as we begin to decorate for “Join the Faith Adventure.”
GRADUATION SUNDAY
Graduation Sunday will be Sunday, May 17. There will be a breakfast in Souers Hall that morning to honor the graduating high school seniors and their families. The graduates will be recognized in the 9:15 a.m. service. If you have a family member who is graduating from high school, college, graduate school, trade school, or any other type facility, please contact the church office by Friday, May 1 so we can offer our congratulations. Office phone number is (623) 935-3411, or email is info@churchatlitchfieldpark.org.
Take time to check out what’s happening…
Bible Studies Mother’s Day Luncheon
Wednesday Nights Volunteer Opportunity
Vacation Bible School Worship Committee
Graduation Sunday Video Church!
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MOTHER’S DAY SALAD LUNCHEON
“Building Nests with Love”
Women’s Christian Service Fellowship (W.C.S.F.) welcomes ALL women to attend the Mother’s Day luncheon on Saturday, May 9, at 11:30 a.m. in Souers Hall. Ladies with their last name beginning with A-R, bring your favorite salad to share with 6-8 people; S-Z, your favorite YUMMY dessert to share with 12 people. Come and be entertained by Kathy Mitchell. She performs in Pebble Creek’s Showtime and PC Players. Sign up in Souers Hall on Sunday mornings or call the church office at (623) 935-3411. If you have any questions, call Betty Gerlak at (623) 640-6969.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
If you are interested in delivering meals on Wednesday night to church members living in the area, please contact the office at info@churchatlitchfieldpark.org or (623) 935-3411. This is a rewarding ministry.
WORSHIP COMMITTEE OPENINGS
The Worship Committee is looking for a few more volunteers to assist with ensuring that the sanctuary is prepared for services. Our work is done “behind the scenes” as opposed to standing up in front of the congregation. Participation requires a minimal time commitment—normally just before the service you regularly attend. If this sounds like an interesting opportunity to serve your church, please contact Jim Anderson at (520) 870-6972 or oldsarge1706@live.com.
VIDEO CHURCH!
If you are finding yourself feeling a little squeezed at church today because of the crowds or if you just want to enjoy watching church on a big screen with a cup of coffee, please be aware that all church services are broadcast live in Souers Hall each week. Additionally, if you are traveling or are at your summer home or if you simply want to listen to part of the church service again, an audio and video copy of the weekly church service is available on the church website along with newsletters, bulletins, and other information. Please be aware that because of the need for editing, the audio/video of the church service is posted on the website a few days after church.
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WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP
Circle 3…
Circle 3 will meet Wednesday, April 22, at 11:30 a.m. Lunch will be at Bella Luna at Litchfield and Indian School Road in the Safeway Shopping Center, with individual checks from a designated menu. To R.S.V.P., please call hostess Jane Holdcroft at (623) 935-2125 or email to Diane Piehl at walterdianepiehl@cox.net.
Circle 5…
Circle 5 will meet Thursday, April 23, at 6:30 p.m. at the home of Kathy Christensen, 4914 N Valley Glen, Litchfield Park. Mary Cantrell and Sheila Porter will assist. Please bring feminine hygiene products appropriate for teenage girls to donate to the Homeless Youth Connection. For information, contact Marcy Clement at (602) 473-1395 or meclement14@gmail.com. Newcomers are always welcome!
Wednesday Night Programs
4:30 - 6:00 p.m. 4C, CLP Café, G.O. Kids Rec Room
6:00 Dinner
6:45 p.m. Chancel Choir, Bible Study & G.O. Kids
April 2015
Date Kids Adults Menu
Apr 22
4C
G.O. Kids Club(K-5th grade-CR3&4)
Childcare/Nursery – Allison & Jackie
Bible Study in Zieske Hall
Choir Rehearsal in Choir Room
Heavenly Handbells in SanctuarySloppy joes, salad, chips, brownies, ice
cream
Apr 29
4C
G.O. Kids Club(K-5th grade-CR3&4)
Childcare/Nursery – Allison & Jackie
Bible Study in Zieske Hall
Choir Rehearsal in Choir Room
Heavenly Handbells in SanctuaryOven fried chicken, potato salad, green
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Please call the church office at (623) 935-3411 to change or update this list.
PREACHING SCHEDULE
Apr 26 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.
May 3 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Communion Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.
May 10 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.
May 17 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m. Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.
MSgt Kristen Allen Lt Col Mike Gantt Shirley Parks
MAJ Travis Allen A1C Robert Grotefend Lt Dan Pauley
Lt Col Shawn Anger CW3 Brian Hall HTFN Deacon Price
EO Matthew Barton Capt Damon Juarez MK1 Robert Rodriguez
MAJ Joe Bemis PFC Jay W. Klement, II MAJ Brendan Rowe
SFC Jamil D Bush PFC Ralph Lawson Lt Col Doug Seymour
1st Sgt Christopher Cameron Kyle P Lee 1st Lt R Jacob Stucky
MAJ Douglas Charters SSgt Tommy Little SSgt Derek Adrian Urban
2nd Lt Taylor Clarke CM3 Ryan McElhaney DOD Civilian Derek Urban
Sgt Anthony Collier Capt Hank McKibban Capt Brad Walgren, Chaplain
Lt Col Lyle Dawley MAJ Ryan Maple SSgt Margaret Wilson
Capt Malia DuMont Phillip Miller, Seal Team 2nd Lt Jacob Zalewski
PFC Cody Fridley SFC Donald S. Montgomery PFC Daniel Zimmer
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Calendar for the Week of April 19, 2015
Today, 04/19/2015
COFFEE FELLOWSHIP - In Souers Hall before and after worship
INFORMATION TABLE - In the breezeway and in front lawn area before and after worship
8:00 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary
8:00 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old)
9:15 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary
9:15 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old)
9:15 a.m. – PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 2
9:15 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-2nd grades) in Classroom 3
9:15 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (3rd-5th grades) in Classroom 4
10:45 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary
10:45 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old)
10:45 a.m. – PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 2
10:45 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-2nd grades) in Classroom 3
10:45 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (3rd-5th grades) in Classroom 4
4:00 p.m. – ADRENALINE YOUTH CHOIR in Choir Room
5:00 p.m. – IGNITE YOUTH GROUP in Souers Hall
5:00 p.m. – PULSE YOUTH GROUP in Souers Hall
5:00 p.m. – CRAFTER’S FELLOWSHIP in Zieske Hall
6:00 p.m. – BOY SCOUT TROOP 99
Monday, 04/20/2015
12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
Tuesday, 04/21/2015
10:00 a.m. – BIBLE STUDY in Souers Hall
12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
6:30 p.m. – COUNCIL MEETING in Zieske Hall
7:30 p.m. – BOARD MEETING in Zieske Hall BELLTOWER DEADLINE
Wednesday, 04/22/2015
11:30 a.m. – CIRCLE 3 off site
12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
1:30 p.m. – RN RECOVERY GROUP in Watt House
4:30 p.m. – HEAVENLY HANDBELLS in Sanctuary
4:30 p.m. – G.O. KIDS REC ROOM in Classroom 6
4:30 p.m. – CLP CAFE in Souers Hall
5:00 p.m. – NURSERY
6:00 p.m. – WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER in Souers Hall
6:45 p.m. – CHANCEL CHOIR in Choir Room
6:45 p.m. – G.O. KIDS in Classroom 3 & 4
6:45 p.m. – BIBLE STUDY in Souers Hall
6:45 p.m. – CIRCLE 6 in Watt House
Thursday, 04/23/2015
6:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
7:00 p.m. – CARILLON HANDBELLS in Sanctuary
7:30 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
Friday, 03/24/2015
1:00 p.m. – WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP KNITTING/CROCHET GROUP in Zieske Hall
6:30 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House
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The Church at Litchfield Park
300 N. Old Litchfield Road Litchfield Park, AZ 85340
Phone: (623) 935-3411 Fax: (623) 935-0560
Web: www.churchatlitchfieldpark.org Email: info@churchatlitchfieldpark.org
The Ministers of this Church are its members
Assisting them are:
Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr., Senior Pastor Rev. Kerri Sandusky, Associate Pastor Rev. Judson Souers, Pastor Emeritus Mona McCash, Organist Emerita
ASSISTING IN WORSHIP TODAY
SENIOR PASTOR . . . Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. ASSOCIATE PASTOR . . . Rev. Kerri Sandusky PASTOR EMERITUS . . . .Rev. Judson Souers DIRECTOR OF MUSIC. . . Dr. Sue Kujawski ORGANIST/PIANIST . . . Debra Weber LITURGIST . . . .Rob Gimbl USHERS . . . 8:00 a.m. . . Jane Holdcroft, Lee Miller, Rick Miller, Joan Jones 9:15 a.m. . . .Dolores Broski, David Welsh, Barbara Herwick, Lily Early 10:45 a.m. . . Tammy Urban, Cassidy Urban, Phil Easley, Bill Crause WELCOME BOOTH . . . Nana Hamlin, Peter & Dana Dale
ACOLYTES . . . 9:15 a.m. . . .Jonah Pearson, Mitchell Magee
Sacrament of Baptism
Easton McCall Suciu
Parents: Scott & Amanda Dean Suciu Grandparents: Jack & Nancy Dean
Rick Hoyle & Christy Suciu Tom & Geralyn Suciu Godparents: Matt Nebeker
Tricia Holda
Cover Photo ~ Alberto Hernandez
