Bulletin for Sunday, December 1, 2019
“Joseph – A Christmas Hero”
Making a Difference in Jesus Name!
Otisville – Mt. Hope Presbyterian Church
December 1, 2019
8:30am, 9:30am, & 11:00am
Our 11 AM Service is on Facebook Live each Sunday
Church Office 386-3851, Email: OtisvillePres@hvc.rr.com
Cell Phones and Tablets Welcome
Don’t forget to silence your phones during worship. Thank You
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Prelude
Advent Candle lighting
L: "The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; those who lived in a land of deep darkness, on them light has shined. For a child has been born for us, a son given to us; authority rests upon his shoulders; he is named Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." Today we remember the prophets of old, who demanded to be heard, who dared to speak of a child to come, unexpected liberator of the people, vulnerable incarnation of the Holiest of Holies, a new name for God.
P: Today we give thanks for the prophets among us, who bring to us surprising new visions of hope, who challenge us to think outside the box, who show us a future we never anticipated.
L: On this first Sunday of Advent, we light this candle as a symbol of the prophets who renew our faith and remind us of what may be.
Hymn 170 Give Thanks
Give thanks with a grateful heart;
Give thanks to the Holy One;
Give thanks because He’s given Jesus Christ, His Son.
(2x)
And now let the weak say, “I am strong;”
Let the poor say, “I am rich,”
Because of what the Lord has done for us.
(2x)
Silent Prayer of Confession and Sung Response
“Lord have mercy upon us. Christ have mercy upon us. Lord have mercy upon us.”
Assurance of Pardon
Glory to the Father
“Glory be to the Father, and the Son, and the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.”
An Affirmation of Faith (unison)
This is the good news which we received, in which we stand and by which we are saved; that Christ died for our sins according to the Scriptures, that he was buried, that he was raised on the third day; and that he appeared to Mary, then to the twelve, and to many faithful witnesses. We believe he is the Christ, the Son of the Living God. He is the first and the last, the beginning and the end, he is our Lord and our God. Amen.
Sharing of Joys and Concerns & Prayers of the People
The Lord’s Prayer
"Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy Name. Thy kingdom come, Thywill 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.”
Anthem - “Advent Hallelujah” by the Contemporary Choir and OMHPC Orchestra
Scripture - Isaiah 7:14, Matthew 1:18-25
Isaiah 7:14 Contemporary English Version (CEV)
14 But the Lord will still give you proof. A virgin[a] is pregnant; she will have a son and will name him Immanuel.[b]
Matthew 1:18-25 Contemporary English Version (CEV)
The Birth of Jesus
18 This is how Jesus Christ was born. A young woman named Mary was engaged to Joseph from King David’s family. But before they were married, she learned that she was going to have a baby by God’s Holy Spirit. 19 Joseph was a good man[a] and did not want to embarrass Mary in front of everyone. So he decided to quietly call off the wedding.
20 While Joseph was thinking about this, an angel from the Lord came to him in a dream. The angel said, “Joseph, the baby that Mary will have is from the Holy Spirit. Go ahead and marry her. 21 Then after her baby is born, name him Jesus,[b] because he will save his people from their sins.”
22 So the Lord’s promise came true, just as the prophet had said, 23 “A virgin will have a baby boy, and he will be called Immanuel,” which means “God is with us.”
24 After Joseph woke up, he and Mary were soon married, just as the Lord’s angel had told him to do. 25 But they did not sleep together before her baby was born. Then Joseph named him Jesus.
L: The Word of the Lord.
P: Thanks be to God.
Sermon - “Joseph – A Christmas Hero”
Congregational News (Please come to the lectern to speak.)
The Offering Give Online at https://tithe.ly/give?c=52802
Offertory - “Emmanuel” arranged by Paul Holderbaum by the Contemporary Choir and OMHPC Orchestra
Sung Response
“We give Thee but Thine own, whate’er the gift may be. All that we have is Thine alone, a trust O Lord from Thee.”
Communion
“Precious body, precious blood, here in bread and wine; here the Lord prepares the feast divine. Bread of love is broken now, cup of life is poured; come, share the supper of the lord.”
The Peace
L: God sent the world his only Son. Since God loved us so much, we too should love one another.
P: Let us love one another, since love comes from God.
L: The Peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you all.
P: (to each other) The Peace of Christ be with you.
Hymn 247 Let’s Worship and Adore Him
Traditional | Wade’s Cantus Diversi © 1997 Integrity’s Hosanna! Music and Word Music | CCLI #791679
Let’s worship and adore Him,
Let’s worship and adore Him,
Let’s worship and adore Him,
Christ the Lord.
For He alone is worthy,
For He alone is worthy,
For He alone is worthy,
Christ the Lord.
Benediction & Sung Response
May the Lord, Mighty God, bless and keep you forever; Grant you peace, perfect peace, courage in every endeavor. Lift your eyes and see his face, and his love forever. May the Lord, risen Lord, bless and keep you forever.
Postlude
Announcements and Information
Today's Worship Details
- Leading Worship and Preaching: Elder James Eggleton
- Greeters: Mike & Tootie Canonico
- Readers: John Goldsmith at 9:30 & Mike Canonico at 11:00
Office Hours this week:
- Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday 10 AM-2 PM
- Food Pantry is not open this week
Food Pantry
- The food pantry is in need of powdered milk or evaporated milk and jelly.
- Volunteers needed to help with the food pantry. Please contact Kathy Card (914-443-7548) for details.
- Many thanks to all those who donated reusable shopping bags!
Help Wanted – Church Secretary
- We are looking for a new church secretary to start in January 2020. Some of the responsibilities include: production of weekly bulletins, distribution of newsletter and other congregational correspondence, answering phones, maintaining church database, some financial management, liaison for Food Pantry families, and other duties. If interested, please apply in the church office.
- Our sincere thanks to Jen D’Esposito for filling this position. She will continue focusing on and expanding the EMPOWERkids program for our children.
New Opportunity – Nursing Home Worship Leader
After 10+ years of serving the residents at Park Manor and other nursing homes, Elizabeth has decided to refocus on her talents and time in other areas of ministry. If you are interested in leading this ministry in the new year, please speak with Elizabeth or Jeff.
Photo Release
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THANK YOU!!
The Board of Deacons would like to Say THANK YOU! The success of our Thanks giving Day Basket Project would not be possible without the many, many donations from our local organizations and our Very Generous Congregation. This year we distributed approximately 62 Baskets to Families in need, and 49 of them were filled & donated by Families/Individuals in our Congregation and Local Organizations. Overall The Board of Deacons with the help
of Congregational members, Girl Scouts/Brownies, 4-H and Cub Scouts, assembled 75 full Baskets. We were able to donate 5 additional baskets to Minisink Cares and the remainder to last minute needy Families. The remaining Baskets were recycled back into the food pantry stock. So a great big “THANKS” to All of You.
MARK YOUR CALENDARS:
EMPOWER Advent Party – Today!
- Look for the upcoming sign-up genius for our annual advent party at 9:30AM in the fellowship hall, where we will learn about the true reason for the season.
Christmas Decorating – Today!
- Join us at noon right after church for snacks and festive fellowship while we deck the halls for the Advent Season.
Annual Meeting of the Congregation – December 8
- Our Annual Meeting will be held at 9:30 AM. We will be voting on new Officers and the Terms of Call of the Pastor.
- There will be no Contemporary Worship service.
Christmas Pageant and Live Nativity – December 15
- EMPOWERkids will be singing at the 9:30 service on December 15 accompanied by a drama performance AND the Live Nativity which will run from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM.
Hot Sandwich Sunday – December 15
- Join us for hot sandwiches prepared by our Kafe Krew!
Warming Station – December 20
- We are cooking for the Port Jervis warming station on Friday, December 20. We will meet at church at 5:00 PM to cook and eat dinner then deliver to the warming station at 8:00 PM.
Christmas Light Scavenger Hunt – December 21
- Our scavenger hunt will be held Saturday, December 21st at 7:00pm! Get your teams of 4 Ready! Meet in Fellowship Hall.
Christmas Eve Services – December 24
- Join us on the 24th at any of our four worship services at: 5:00, 7:00, 9:00 and11:00 PM
- If you would like to help at any of these services, please see Candy, Elizabeth or any of our directors. We will need greeters, readers, candle lighters, and more.
Stephen Ministry Leader National Training
We have had a wonderful experience with our Stephen Ministry over the years, but have been struggling recently without a Ministry Leader. To be the Ministry Leader a person needs to have been trained as a Stephen Leader at one of the National Training weeks. Dates are as follows:
- January 12-18, Orlando, Florida
- February 16-22 Anaheim, California
- April 19-25, St. Louis, Missouri
- June 7-13, Orlando, Florida
- July 12-18, Dallas Texas
- August 16-22, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
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The Week Ahead
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Time
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Event
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Sunday, Dec 1
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8:30 AM
9:30 AM
9:30 AM
11:00 AM
12:00 PM
12:00 PM
2:30 PM
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Early Worship
Contemporary Worship
EMPOWERkids Advent Party
Traditional Worship
Church Decorating and Lunch
Choir Rehearsal
Park Manor
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Monday, Dec 2
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6:30 PM
7:00 PM
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Troop Meeting
Otisville Brass Quintet Practice
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Tuesday, Dec 3
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Church Office Hours: 10AM - 2PM
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Wednesday, Dec 4
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10:00 AM
7:00 PM
7:30 PM
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Church Office Hours: 10AM - 2PM
Bible Study
Bible Study
AA
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Thursday, Dec 5
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Church Office Hours: 10AM - 2PM
7:00 PM Quilting and Needlework
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Friday, Dec 6
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7:00 PM
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AA
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Sunday, Dec 8
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8:30 AM
9:30 AM
9:30 AM
11:00 AM
7:00 PM
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Preaching: Elizabeth Orengo
Early Worship
Annual Meeting
EMPOWERkids Upstairs Practice
Traditional Worship
Choir Rehearsal
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