3.3.2019

CHAPEL SERVICE 8:30 A.M.

C2 SERVICE (COMMUNITY HALL) 10:00 A.M.

SANCTUARY SERVICE 10:00 A.M.

WELCOME

Recognizing the wide welcome offered to all through Jesus Christ, Community Church opens its arms to all. We strive to offer Christ’s wide welcome to all people, regardless of creed, age, race, or sexual identity.

We invite you to join our congregation in worship and in membership, as we allow our lives to be shaped by the loving outreach of Christ.

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*Please rise in body or spirit. Bold text indicates congregational participation.

Please refrain from applause during worship until invited.

Nursery care available during our C2 and Sanctuary worship services. Our services are live-streamed via internet,

capturing the chancel & the congregation and may appear on social media.

On Communion Sundays we invite you to put a small offering in the “Deacons’ Fund” envelope (found in the pew racks) and place it in the offering plate. The Deacons’ Fund serves our members who face emergency needs.

THE GATHERING OF THE PEOPLE

PRELUDE Prelude, Fugue and Chaconne in C Andrew R. Galuska, organ Dietrich Buxtehude

COMMUNITY WORDS Rev. David W. Johnson

CHIMING OF THE HOUR

CALL TO WORSHIP AND OPENING PRAYER Dr. Casey G. Baggott *PROCESSIONAL HYMN AND ENTRANCE OF THE CHRIST LIGHT “We Have Come at Christ’s Own Bidding” HYFRYDOL

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*LITANY Joy Lambert One: Let all who seek Christ come expectantly! All: We have come, following God’s Son, whose goodness shines upon the earth. One: Be unafraid to draw near, for our Christ is ever just and always forgiving. All: Like witnesses to Christ’s greatness in every age, we stand in awe before him. One: Today, by his presence, he will illumine our lives. Let us pray.

*UNISON PRAYER OF CONFESSION

We thank you, God, for your beloved Son, in whom you found such pleasure, and to whom you have bid us listen. Forgive our inattention. Help us to turn consistently to him, to hear his voice and to witness the reflection of all that is most holy. Uncloud our vision and let us see him shine with your grace. Keep us unafraid to focus our lives intently upon him, that they may become glowing reflections of his glory. Amen.

*WORDS OF ASSURANCE Dr. Casey G. Baggott

*GLORIA PATRI

*PASSING OF THE PEACE Rev. David W. Johnson

Children Pre-K through 5th grade are invited to join the Pray Ground in the Garden Room as directed, where they will share in faithful play in accordance with today’s lesson.

Children will return to their families in time to participate in communion together. Parents and children are invited to participate in Holy Chaos/C3 after worship in Commotion.

ATTENDING TO GOD’S WORD

ANTIPHONAL READING FROM THE PSALTER Clergy, Cantor, and Congregation

Antiphon: Congregation may join the cantor in singing the antiphon.

Psalm 99:1-3, 6-9 ANDREW R. GALUSKA

Cantor and Congregation

One: 1 The LORD is king; let the peoples tremble! He sits enthroned upon the cherubim; let the earth quake! 2 The LORD is great in Zion; he is exalted over all the peoples. 3 Let them praise your great and awesome name. Holy is he!

Cantor and Congregation

One: 6 Moses and Aaron were among his priests; Samuel also was among those who called on his name. They cried to the LORD, and he answered them. 7 He spoke to them in the pillar of cloud; they kept his decrees, and the statutes that he gave them.

Cantor and Congregation

One: 8 O LORD our God, you answered them; you were a forgiving God to them, but an avenger of their wrongdoings. 9 Extol the LORD our God, and worship at his holy mountain; for the LORD our God is holy.

Cantor and Congregation

RESPONSE

One: May God who commanded light to shine out of darkness enlighten our way today. All: Amen.

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READING FROM THE HEBREW SCRIPTURES Dr. Casey G. Baggott

One: God’s message finds utterance in our midst. All: We wait and listen for God’s word to us today.

Exodus 24:13-18

13So Moses set out with his assistant Joshua, and Moses went up into the mountain of God. 14To the elders he had said, ‘Wait here for us, until we come to you again; for Aaron and Hur are with you; whoever has a dispute may go to them.’ 15 Then Moses went up on the mountain, and the cloud covered the mountain. 16The glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai, and the cloud covered it for six days; on the seventh day he called to Moses out of the cloud. 17Now the appearance of the glory of the LORD was like a devouring fire on the top of the mountain in the sight of the people of Israel. 18Moses entered the cloud, and went up on the mountain. Moses was on the mountain for forty days and forty nights.

RESPONSE

One: God’s glory shines among the people. All: May we attend faithfully to the wonder of God in our midst.

*HYMN OF DEVOTION “I’m Pressing On The Upward Way” HIGHER GROUND CALL TO THE GOSPEL Rev. David W. Johnson

One: Silence in us, O God, any voice but your own. All: May your Word be proclaimed and received here today.

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Matthew 17:1-9

1 Six days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and his brother John and led them up a high mountain, by themselves. 2 And he was transfigured before them, and his face shone like the sun, and his clothes became dazzling white. 3 Suddenly there appeared to them Moses and Elijah, talking with him. 4 Then Peter said to Jesus, "Lord, it is good for us to be here; if you wish, I will make three dwellings here, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah." 5 While he was still speaking, suddenly a bright cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud a voice said, "This is my Son, the Beloved; with him I am well pleased; listen to him!" 6 When the disciples heard this, they fell to the ground and were overcome by fear. 7 But Jesus came and touched them, saying, "Get up and do not be afraid." 8 And when they looked up, they saw no one except Jesus himself alone.

9 As they were coming down the mountain, Jesus ordered them, "Tell no one about the vision until after the Son of Man has been raised from the dead."

RESPONSE One: Hear what the Spirit is saying to the church. All: Thanks be to God!

ANTHEM “Standing Upon This Peak of Glory” Chancel Choir Michael Bland

SERMON “And That’s a Fact” Dr. Casey G. Baggott

And he was transfigured… ~ Matthew 17:2a

THE GREAT THANKSGIVING

UNISON CALL TO OFFERING Joy Lambert Great Provider God, you have given us glimpses of your love, shining through your Son. The offering we bring here today is given with gladness that this vision of your great goodness has come to us. Amen.

OFFERTORY “The Lord Is My Light” Rachel Carter, soprano Frances Allitsen

The Lord is my light and my salvation, Whom, then, shall I fear? Whom, then, shall I fear?

The Lord is the strength of my life; The Lord is the strength of my life, Of whom, then, shall I be afraid?

Though an host of men were laid against me, Yet shall not my heart be afraid; And though there rose up war against me, Yet will I put my trust in Him.

For, in the time of trouble. He shall hide me in His tabernacle. Yea, in the secret places of His dwelling shall He hide me.

And set me up upon a rock of stone. The Lord is my light and my salvation, Whom, then, shall I fear Whom, then, shall I fear?

The Lord is the strength of my life, The Lord is the strength of my life; Of whom, then shall I be afraid? Of whom, then, shall I be afraid?

Standing upon this peak of glory Among the temples of hope

Seeing the saving grace “Pasa por Aqui”

White light Of radiant dawn.

Casting brilliance upward and downward,

Leading in the footprints of His steps, Knowing glory will be revealed From this mountain of vision.

Spoken to the beloved “Amor Eterno”

Follow Me.

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Children will return to their families at this time to join in the Sacrament of Holy Communion.

SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION

INVITATION TO THE TABLE Clergy of the Church

One: God be with you. All: And also with you. One: Lift up your hearts. All: We lift them up to God. One: Let us thank God. All: It is good to give God thanks and praise. One: Let us pray. Dear and loving God, with grateful hearts we prepare to receive your bread and your

cup, your gifts to us, taken in remembrance of Jesus Christ. As the bread we will share was once grain scattered in the fields, bind us together through this meal as the Body of Christ, sharing our faith, hope, and love. As the cup we will share was once grapes on a vine, may we drink of the cup and find we become as branches grafted to the vine of new life we know in Christ. And, when we have known communion with one another and with you, may we find those things you love are most lovely to us, and may we embody your goodness wherever we go, using the freedom we are granted in Christ to further his work in the world. Let your Holy Spirit grace our table, so that we may know Christ in the breaking of the bread and the sharing of the cup. Amen.

WORDS OF INSTITUTION

Everyone is welcome to share in Holy Communion!

Our Communion wine is non-alcoholic.

Gluten free communion wafers are available on tables in the narthex for those requiring them.

SHARING OF THE BREAD AND CUP

DISTRIBUTION MUSIC Petites Fleurs Musicales Andrew R. Galuska, organ Charles Tournemire

PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING AND THE LORD’S PRAYER (SUNG) Rev. David W. Johnson

Our Father which 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

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DEACON: Joy Lambert ACOLYTE: Liam Dyer

THE FLOWERS TODAY ARE DEDICATED TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND GIVEN… by Donna, Bonnie, Mark, Jeff, and Scott in loving memory of David Rice, our brother, and

Evelyn and Julius Rice, our parents, and grandparents..

Please join us outside Community Hall for refreshments and conversation.

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IN WORSHIP TODAY

THE SENDING FORTH

*RECESSIONAL HYMN “Swiftly Pass The Clouds of Glory” AUSTRIAN HYMN

BENEDICTION Dr. Casey G. Baggott POSTLUDE Lux (Light) Andrew R. Galuska, organ

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ANNOUNCEMENTS...

CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

NEXT SUNDAY, MARCH 10TH: The sermon “You Devil, You” will be given by Dr. Robert T. Baggott at the 8:30 a.m. Chapel service, the 10:00 a.m. Sanctuary service, and E-cast at the 10:00 a.m. C2 service in Community Hall. All are welcome.

CALLING ALL GREETERS: A Big Thank You to the Coker family, Judy and John Gordon, and Dorie Moore for welcoming everyone on Sunday!

SEARCH COMMITTEE UPDATE: The Senior Minister search committee has been working to lay the foundation for our search. We have prepared two comprehensive profiles of Community Church – one for the search firm, Vanderbloemen, and one for the UCC Florida Conference. Both of these will be utilized in their respective searches to inform interested candidates for the position. We have also compiled the results of the congregational survey, which we will share with the congregation. Look for that soon on the www.ccovb.org website. Thank you to all those who participated – we are so glad to have your input. Finally, the website now includes a list of Frequently Asked Questions about the search process. We will update that as necessary and make every effort to keep everyone informed. Thank you for your prayers and support of the search – we continue the journey to find the new Senior Minister whom God has already prepared for us.

COMMUNITY CUP GOLF TOURNAMENT: Save the date for the 11th annual golf tournament to benefit our Youth Ministry’s summer mission trip! This year’s tournament will be on Saturday, March 30th, at Sandridge Golf Club. Registration, continental breakfast and range practice starts at 7:00 a.m., with a shot-gun scramble starting at 8:00 a.m. Cost is $100 per person. Sign up as an individual player or with a foursome. For registration or sponsorship information, visit the Community Cup signup table in the Courtyard, TODAY, March 3rd through Sunday March 24th or feel free to contact Charlene Applegate at 772-469-2322 or Elizabeth Hipp at 336-314-2555. Registration forms are available in the kiosks throughout our campus, on the website www.ccovb.org or through the Church Office.

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LIFELONG FITNESS CLASSES: Come join us on Mondays and Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. in Commotion. Led by Elaine Matthes, we work on balance, flexibility, strength training, and endurance. Call Elaine at 772-469-2309 for more information.

GOT PRAYERS? GOT PRAYERS TO SHARE?: Come join us for prayer at a new time and in a new way. Tuesdays from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. in the Library. We “pray about everything in every way!” Ephesians 6:18.

LABYRINTH WALK: The Labyrinth will be open on Thursdays at 5:00 p.m. for a time of quiet reflection. All are welcome. Please enter the Education Building through the doors on the second floor balcony.

ASH WEDNESDAY OBSERVANCE: The evening service will be Wednesday, March 6th at 6:30 p.m. The use of ashes as a sign of mortality and repentance has a long history in Christian worship, and the imposition of ashes can be a powerful nonverbal and experiential way of participating in the call to repentance and reconciliation. Join our clergy for a traditional service and sharing of the ashes followed by an optional labyrinth walk in the Courtyard. Childcare will be available. For those unable to attend the evening service, the imposition of ashes will be available from 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. in front of the Sanctuary Courtyard doors.

COMMUNITY CHURCH’S “ANGELS’ ATTIC” RUMMAGE SALE: Please join us this week to donate, shop and volunteer! Thursday, March 7th is our "Springtime in Paris" luncheon, fashion show, and preview shopping. Tickets are still available for $20 in the Courtyard after services and in the Church Office until Tuesday. Donations are welcome Monday, March 4th through Wednesday, March 6th from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and Thursday, March 7th from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Many thanks to all who have donated jewelry, which can still be dropped off any time at the Church Office. Sale will open to the public Thursday evening, March 7th from 5:00 to 7:00 p.m., Friday, March 8th from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and Saturday morning, March 9th from 8:00 to 11:00 a.m. Volunteers are gratefully appreciated!! Contact Susan Kramer at 772-480-4567 for information.

PERSONAL COUNSELING: Individual or couples counseling for personal anxiety, depression, or relationships etc., is available at NO cost from Dr. Donald White on Wednesdays. We are fortunate to have this highly qualified professional who is willing to offer his expertise and guidance. Call Suzanne Rice to schedule an appointment at 772-469-2303.

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ADULT EDUCATION

BIBLE STUDY: Come to learn about sacred texts of our faith, and to let them speak to us in ways that challenge, affirm, comfort, and support us. Participants enjoy learning with and from one another as they gather to discuss this week’s lectionary scripture. All are welcome.

Women’s Bible Study - There will be NO class on Tuesday, March 5th as we prepare for the annual rummage sale. Because we celebrate Ash Wednesday on Wednesday, March 6th we will not hold our Women’s Bible Study and invite you to join us for the 6:30 p.m. Sanctuary service. Classes will resume the week of March 10th. Tuesdays classes are from 5:00-6:00 p.m. The 11:00 a.m. group is held on Wednesdays. Both classes are led by Dr. Casey G. Baggott and meet in Community Hall East.

Men’s Bible Study - There will be NO Men’s Bible Study on Tuesday, March 5th. We will resume on Tuesday, March 12th at 7:00 a.m. (donuts and coffee provided) in Community Hall East. Class will be led by Dr. Robert T. Baggott.

Monday evening Bible Study: Men and women are welcome to join us at 7:00 p.m. in the Garden Room as we engage the first creation story that is found in Genesis 1. The class will be led by Rev. David W. Johnson.

COMMUNITY@COMMUNITY:

No program this week in order to participate in our Ash Wednesday Service. Join us on March 13th for two presentations (at 4:00 p.m. AND 6:00 p.m.) by Dr. Safa Saraçoğlu about the history and plight of refugees in our world.

March Schedule for Community@Community

March 6th Ash Wednesday Service at 6:30 p.m. (No Community@Community)

March 13th Join us for two presentations (at 4:00 p.m. AND 6:00 p.m.) by Dr. Safa Saraçoğlu about the history and plight refugees in our world.

Dr. Safa Saraçoğlu is a professor of history at Bloomsburg University in Pennsylvania, focusing on Middle East and Islamic Studies with a particular focus on the Ottoman Empire and the Balkans. He will talk at 4:00 and 6:00 p.m. on the status and plight of refugees in Europe and around the world who seek a safe place to call home.

4:00 p.m. PEACE AND HOSPITALITY: the intricate relationship between citizens and refugees. This talk will explore the connection between peace, governance, citizenship, and hospitality with references to Immanuel Kant's Perpetual Peace (1795) which serves as a basis for our modern understanding of refugees.

6:00 p.m. SUFFERING IN TRANSITION: HOW DO RULES AND REGULATIONS DEFINE THE RIGHTS AND AGONY OF REFUGEES. This talk will examine some of the rules and regulations that define the procedures of becoming a refugee and explain how such rules and procedures define the suffering of displaced persons.

March 20th Saving Jesus: The Teachings of Jesus

March 27th Saving Jesus: Jesus’ Program: The Kingdom of God One thing most New Testament scholars agree on - and they don’t agree on much - is that Jesus’ main aim was the Kingdom of God. Jesus expressed it in his teachings and with his life. He proclaimed it and enacted it. In Matthew, Mark and Luke it’s all Jesus ever talks about, mostly in parables and aphorisms. But as Walter Brueggemann points out, “He never could prescribe the Kingdom.” He could only offer hints of it. What is this kingdom to which Jesus pointed, and how much longer before it is realized? Join us in this session to help figure that out.

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MISSION MINISTRY MISSIONS WATCH: GIFFORD HISTORICAL MUSEUM. Housed in the historic Macedonia Church on 45th Street in Gifford, this museum preserves the important people and events that have lived in and shaped Gifford. Last week, on its one year anniversary, Community Church joined with Temple Beth Shalom to make a contribution to fund air conditioning that will help preserve historical documents and make the museum more welcoming to visitors. Your mission dollars are at work preserving the legacy of Gifford.

GLOBAL PRAYER PARTNER: GHANA. Debbie Colvin serves with the Evangelical Presbyterian Church (EP), Ghana. Debbie and Larry Colvin have been living in Peki, Ghana for four months. In the midst of this huge transition they would say that they have received many blessings. The seminary has provided housing, school children stop by to say hello, strangers greet them, and a 91-year-old neighbor has befriended them, sharing food and clothes and giving much needed guidance. The community of Peki, Ghana is truly a warm, welcoming, accepting Christian community. We see God at work here in Ghana. Prayer: Lord Jesus, we thank you for your unconditional love, your compassion, your guidance that we see in our brothers and sisters in Peki, Ghana. We experience your unconditional LOVE as they share their lives, food, clothing, and knowledge with strangers. We see your COMPASSION in their patience, understanding, and willingness to help in any way they can. And your GUIDANCE us as they share their culture, history, and stories. We give thanks for all the ways that you bless us through them. Amen.

MUSIC AND FINE ARTS

LENTEN ORGAN AND POETRY SERIES: In preparation for the Easter Season, join Andrew Galuska and poets to hear the spoken word in poetry and organ repertoire. Our Lenten organ and poetry series will be on Thursdays at 11:00 a.m. on March 7th, March 14th, March 21st, March 28th, April 4th and April 11th. Alfred Corn from Hopkinton, Rhode Island will be the presenting poet on March 7th.

ANNOUNCEMENTS...

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CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRY

POST SCHOLARSHIP: Each year, the John J. and Robert D. Post Scholarship Fund awards members of Community Church's youth program who excel in scholastic achievement as well as Christian and community leadership. Throughout the years, several dozen CCOVB alumni have had the opportunity to receive recognition for their hard work with financial assistance towards their college education. Any high school senior who is interested in applying is encouraged to download the application from our website at www.ccovb.org, or they can contact Elizabeth Hipp 772-469-2316 or Charlene Applegate 772-469-2322. The deadline for submissions is Monday, April 1st. Interviews will be Sunday, April 14th and attendance is required to accept the award on Sunday, May 5th.

NURSERY CARE: Today we offer nursery care (infants - 3 year olds) during the C2 and Sanctuary worship services. Parents are asked to please bring their children to the 2nd floor of our Education Building prior to service. Infants - 23 months meet in Rm. 221, and toddlers (2-3 year olds) meet in Rm. 222.

MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP: Our Middle School Youth Group (6th-8th grades) meets every Wednesday from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m. You are encouraged to bring friends. Pizza and snacks will be available for purchase.

HS Boys’ Small Group Event: TODAY the High School boys are going to Escape Room (Virogenix Lab) in Vero Beach. Meet at the Escape Room located in the South Vero Square Mall, 836 S US Hwy 1 at 12:45 p.m. The cost is $15.00 per person. Space is limited! RSVP to Elizabeth Hipp at 336-314-2555 or Dan Lamson at 610-937-2027.

HS Movie Event: Sunday, March 10th. Meet at the Mall Food Court at 12:15 p.m. Bring $$ for lunch and a movie. Elizabeth will buy the popcorn! Text her at 336-314-2555 if you are coming.

GODLY PLAY MINI TRAINING: Want to join the dedicated group of Sunday School teachers and spend time with some amazing children? Come and join in our Godly Play Mini Training on March 24th after the 10:00 a.m. services in Room 206. You will get to learn the very basics of Godly Play and how we do Sunday School here at Community Church. All are welcome to attend.

MIDDLE SCHOOL LOCK-IN: All middle school youth and their friends are invited to join in the lock-in here at church starting at 6:00 p.m. on Friday, March 15th in Commotion and ending at 10:00 a.m. on March 16th. Youth can bring snacks and games to share. Dinner and breakfast will be provided. Please RSVP by Thursday, March 14th. For more information or to sign-up contact Doug Johnson at doug.johnson@ccovb.org or at www.signupgenius.com.