THE OLIN T. BINKLEY MEMORIAL BAPTIST CHURCH

MARCH 11, 2018 THE FOURTH SUNDAY IN LENT

BECOMING AWARE

I still believe in Jesus. Indeed, I believe in him more than ever. I need him more than ever. Some days the only thing I have left of my Christianity is Jesus. And that’s okay.

I still believe in the prophetic religion of Jesus and of those before him and those after him who also shared it – a religion of justice, love, and compassion, a powerful source of good in this broken world.

(from David Gushee, Still Christian: Following Jesus Out of American Evangelicalism)

GATHERING

RINGING OF THE SANCTUS BELL

VOLUNTARY Prelude on “Wondrous Love” Gilbert Martin * PROCESSIONAL HYMN Lift High the Cross 108 CRUCIFER

* LITANY OF RECONCILIATION

One: All have sinned and have come short of the glory of God. The hatred which divides nation from nation, race from race, class from class, Many: Holy One, forgive. One: The covetous desires of people and nations to possess what is not their own, Many: Holy One, forgive. One: The greed which exploits the labors of men and women and lays waste the Earth, Many: Holy One, forgive. One: Our envy of the welfare and happiness of others, Many: Holy One, forgive.

One: Our indifference to the plight of the homeless and the refugee, Many: Holy One, forgive. One: The lust which dishonors the bodies of men, women, and children, Many: Holy One, forgive. One: The pride which leads us to trust in ourselves, and not in God, Many: Holy One, forgive. One: Be kind to one another, tenderhearted, forgiving one another as God in

Christ forgave you. * PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST

One: The peace of Christ be with you! Many: And also with you!

Please greet one another with this ancient sign of welcome and extension of hospitality and peace.

* SONG OF PENITENCE Kyrie

WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS Dale Osborne Please pass the Friendship Registers found on each row. Complete the requested information and then

pass it back down the row. Thank you for worshipping with us at Binkley!

PRAYING & LISTENING

HEARING OUR JOYS & CONCERNS THE NEW TESTAMENT LESSON Ephesians 2: 8-10 CALL TO PRAYER A Singer’s Prayer Robert Powell

When my soul has left this body, And my sins then stand forgiven. In the glory of God's presence,

Let me learn the songs of heaven. Songs of peace and of creation, Songs of joy shine on each face,

Songs of unsequestered color, Songs of everlasting grace. Songs of sacred understanding, Shimmer

in God's holy light. Songs of loves compelling beauty, Lustrous glory, God's delight. Let mine rise

with all the voices, Every tongue God's mystery tell, Echoes back the love between us, Heaven

where my true heart dwells. Text: Beverly Easterling

THE MORNING PRAYER

PRAYER RESPONSE A Singer’s Prayer Powell

* THE GOSPEL ACCLAMATION For the Wisdom in the Word

* THE GOSPEL LESSON John 3: 14-21

Pastor: This is the Gospel of Christ. All: Thanks be to God. * HYMN O Love, How Deep see insert SERMON “Heavy Lifting” Marcus McFaul

GIVING & RESPONDING

SENTENCES OF STEWARDSHIP UNISON PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING

May our lives reflect, O Lord, the praises that we sing. We have received grace upon grace, so may we live in grace with one another. We have received forgiveness, so may we forgive,. We have received gifts far beyond our need, so may we give. Bless these gifts given this day and always. Amen.

OFFERTORY Restore My Soul Robert Powell

Restore my soul, O Lord, and heal my heart's distress.

O cleanse me from my weariness, And bring my spirit rest.

Restore my joy, O Lord, My heart is standing still.

O touch me, reach my emptiness, Retrieve my broken will.

O God, who sees beyond our sight, who hears our every prayer,

Remake our foolish human faith, For always you are there.

Accept my life, O Lord, My heart: flawed, frail, and spent,

Requires the comfort of thy love to mend life's discontents. Text: Beverly Easterling

* DOXOLOGY Please sign with the leader or simply sing. OLD HUNDREDTH

Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host;

Creator, Christ, and Holy Ghost. Amen. * AN INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP What Wondrous Love Is This 200 If you wish to become a member of Binkley Baptist Church, you are invited WONDROUS LOVE

to come forward during the hymn to be welcomed and received.

* RECEPTION & INTRODUCTION OF NEW MEMBERS 341 * BLESSING & BENEDICTION * BENEDICTION RESPONSE Amen McNeil Robinson

We are fortunate at Binkley to have intentionally chosen from our founding to follow the Liturgical Year. Each liturgical season brings with it specific patterns and practices; rhythms, if you will, that allow us to follow more fully in the way of Jesus with head and heart and body. During the season of

Lent things change drastically. The singing or saying of "alleluia" is silenced, the paraments (the hangings on the pulpit, lectern, and communion table) change to purple or to unbleached linen, and music takes on a more somber and penitential nature. In some Christian traditions instrumental

music, especially organ music, is completely "given up" for Lent. This year at Binkley we will "give up" a portion of the organ music that we normally hear each Sunday by omitting the voluntary. The closing voluntary will return on Easter Day.

Guests, welcome! We are so glad you have chosen to worship with us today. Please leave us your

information in the Friendship Register so we can get to know you better. The flowers on the communion table are given by Marge Miles in hope that Spring will soon bring our

beautiful flowers and in memory of Lew Miles who loved to study and draw flowers. We are grateful for the musical gifts offered today by the Chancel Choir, Lexi Batchelor, soprano; and

Luke Boehm, bass. Hearing assistance devices and children’s worship bags are available in the Narthex before the service

begins. Music reprinted by permission under OneLicense.net A-701712. Thank you for serving in the Nursery Heather McCuiston, Hser Ku, Lauren Rossitch, and Tay Nay Sar. * The Congregation standing as each is able.

O Love How Deep

THIS WEEK AT BINKLEY

Sunday 3/11 9:00 am Morning Celebration Lounge

9:30 am Sunday School

11:00 am Worship: Marcus McFaul preaching Sanctuary

12:15 pm Installation Planning Committee Lounge

12:30 pm Peace & Justice Library

5:00 pm Youth Choir Choir Room

6:00 pm Youth Group Fellowship Hall

Monday 3/12 6:00 pm Leadership Team Lounge

7:00 pm Outreach Committee Library

Tuesday 3/13 9:30 am Staff Meeting Library

1:00 pm Sermon Shaping Library

5:30 pm Discipleship Class PR/Library

Wednesday 3/14 9:00 am Morning Prayer Chapel

12:30 pm Primetimers Lounge

5:30 pm Wednesday Night Series Lounge

6:00 pm Children’s Choir Room 15

7:30 pm Chancel Choir Choir Room

Thursday 3/15 9:30 am Grounds Committee Library

Sunday 3/18 9:00 am Morning Celebration Lounge

9:30 am Sunday School

11:00 am Worship: Dale Osborne preaching Sanctuary

5:00 pm Youth Choir Choir Room

6:00 pm Youth Group Sunroom/Lounge

WELCOME TO BINKLEY!

Binkley Baptist Church is a community of faith on a journey that calls for questioning, humility and conviction. As followers of Jesus, we embrace spiritual growth, mutual care, and service, assured that as we serve our neighbors, we joyfully serve God.

Intentionally inclusive, we welcome people of all races, sexual orientations, and cultures, respecting diverse religious experiences within the church and beyond. We invite others to join us in our commitment to peace, justice, and care for creation.

In a spirit of Christian love, we welcome you.

The mission of Binkley Baptist Church is building compassionate and joyful community,

freely exploring spiritual paths,

and pursuing justice and peace in the way of Jesus.

ANNOUNCEMENTS PRIMETIMERS: Mar. 14, 12:30 pm, Lounge: Join us in the Lounge on Wednesday at 12:30 pm for a fellowship meal and activity. The K&W catered meal is $9. The activity is a mysterious work in progress. The people who surround you will are guaranteed to be excellent. Please register on Dale’s office door or by contacting the church office by Monday, Mar. 12. WEDNESDAY NIGHT SERIES: Mar. 14, 5:30 pm, Lounge: Cate Alexander: Prayer: The Attitude of an Open Heart. Renowned and beloved spiritual teacher Henri Nouwen describes prayer as fundamentally “an attitude of an open heart silently in tune with the Spirit of God.” In our discussion, we’ll explore Nouwen’s and other teachings on prayer for potential contributions to our own prayer lives. As we consider prayer, we will also be mindful of the place of prayer in a post-Parkland world, when thoughts and prayers truly are not enough. Check ‘Event’ in the Friendship Register or contact the office by Monday, March 12, at noon to make a reservation. Dinner is $6 for adults, $3 for children. Menu: New England Clam Chowder, Sweet Corn Chowder, Apple & Goat Cheese Salad, Seasonal Fruit. FAITH CONNECTIONS ON MENTAL ILLNESS: Apr. 13, 8 am, St. Thomas More: Cultivating Mental Health: Hope and Healing is a day-long interfaith conference to explore ways faith communities can support families and individuals living with mental illness. It will focus on addiction, depression in the elderly, and mental health resources available in the community. This conference will be held at St. Thomas More Catholic Church in Chapel Hill on Friday, April 13 from 8 am to 4:15 pm. Learn more about the conference and how to register at http://www.faithconnectionsonmentalillness.org/annual-conference.html. LENTEN ART IN OUR SANCTUARY: Angels as Messengers: Sculptures: The angel sculptures displayed on the Communion table employ a variety of media and styles and will vary from week to week. They reflect the unique forms of these messengers envisioned by contemporary artists from throughout the world. The angels are on loan from the private collection of a member of our church. They remind us to open our hearts and minds to the Divine. Prints: The 22 images of angels displayed on the walls of the Sanctuary encompass styles ranging from folk art to Old Master. They are arranged as a timeline from Old to New Testament. The oldest image in the group is by an unknown artist of the 13th century; the most recent by an “outsider” artist who designed album covers for R.E.M. and Talking Heads. The exhibit begins on the left wall as you enter the sanctuary with the “Adoring Angel” from the N.C. Museum of Art and continues clockwise, ending at the right side with “Angel Holding a Sun,” by English artist William Morris. The collection was assembled by members of Binkley’s Fine Arts Committee with the permission of major art museums and private collectors. Exhibit notes are provided to help with your interpretation. Myra Knight, Chair, Fine Arts Committee

MARCH 25-APRIL 1 PALM SUNDAY ♦ LABYRINTH ♦ MAUNDY THURSDAY ♦

GOOD FRIDAY ♦ EASTER SUNDAY

Check the March issue of the Binkley Beacon or the Friday

Update for details.

BINKLEY PRAYER CONCERNS AND JOYS

CHURCH FAMILY

Allen Davidson Jo Flair

Ellen Stutts John Holt

Meredith Bratcher Priscilla Bratcher

Rachel Avery Gladess Crisp

Edith Wiggins Terry Huneycutt-Horn

Our condolences to the Family of Jim Greene who died on Friday, March 3. A memorial service was held yesterday

at Binkley.

HEALTH CENTER RESIDENTS AND THOSE IN THE HOSPITAL

Ann Overton Carolyn Kozelka Weldon Thornton Bill Moffitt Bill Bodkin

EXTENDED FAMILY

Nanh & Veo Siu (Ehn Rocham & Phyut Siu)

The Binkley Church Council The Binkley Diaconate

Aaron and Vianey Perkinson, Assam AFB, South Korea (Nape Baker)

Bill Elcome & Karen Koop (Barbara Harris) Dean Johnson (Terry Huneycutt-Horn) Valerie and Percell Harper (April Harper) Maria de la Mata Bruno (Maribel Bruno) David Houser (Lynn Houser) Mary Alice Kearley (Christine Jernigan) Jesse & Mary Ann Cantrell (Stuart Cantrell) Joan Hammond (Tim Bradshaw) Johnny O’Neal (Janet O’Neal) Torren Kudzal, US Army (Roal Carlson) Diane Kudla (Marge Miles) Melanie Minton Nault (Mae Lee Waddell) Bill Maher (Larry McManus) Tammy Jordan (Roy Brock) Ann & John Glover (Alice Glover) Dan McInnis (Gary Stutts) Betsy Bradley (Julie Lentz) Ethan Zolit (Martha Hutt) Dirk Leiser (Mary Lou Smith) Don Knight (Josiah & Myra Knight) Linda Cox (Karen Long) Suzie Michael (Karen Long) Scott Carpenter (Libba Wells) Lalanii Sangod (Connie Gates) Karl Nielsen (Pamela Nielsen) Tan & Scott Coats (Burma missionaries) Pinheiro Baptist Church, Maceio, Brazil

OUR STAFF

Senior Minister Associate Minister Minister of Christian

Formation Minister of Music and

Organist Marcus McFaul Dale Osborne Stephanie Ford Daniel C. Cherrix

marcus@binkleychurch.org dale@binkleychurch.org stephanie@binkleychurch.org daniel@binkleychurch.org

919-237-9120 919-237-9125 919-928-5873 919-928-5491

Business Manager Office Manager Sexton Duane Gilbert Stephenie Sanders Charles Myhand

business@binkleychurch.org office@binkleychurch.org sexton@binkleychurch.org

919-237-9123 919-928-5892

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