Transfiguration Sunday
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Gathering Music Polly Dunford
Welcome and Announcements Karen Manley
Call to Worship
From the rising of the sun to its setting
God speaks to us and summons us.
God gathers us in covenant,
God’s glory shines forth.
Let us worship God!
Opening Hymn “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee” Hymnal #611
1) Joyful, joyful, we adore thee, God of glory, Lord of love!
Hearts unfold like flowers before thee, opening to the sun above.
Melt the clouds of sin and sadness; drive the dark of doubt away.
Giver of immortal gladness, fill us with the light of day.
2) All thy works with joy surround thee; earth and heaven reflect thy rays;
stars and angels sing around thee, center of unbroken praise.
Field and forest, vale and mountain, flowery meadow, flashing sea,
chanting bird and flowing fountain, call us to rejoice in thee.
3) Mortals, join the happy chorus which the morning stars began.
Love divine is reigning o’er us, joining all in heaven’s plan.
Ever singing, march we onward, victors in the midst of strife.
Joyful music leads us sunward in the triumph song of life.
Scripture Lesson Mark 9:2-9
Sermon “Six Days Later” Dr. Keith Ray
Thoughts to ponder: The story of the Transfiguration of Jesus reveals a mystical nature of Jesus. Yet it comes just six days after Jesus announced that suffering was a part of his ministry. I wonder how we, in a period of great suffering, can claim some mystical hope for our future. Let’s consider it in worship.
Prayers of the People
Closing Hymn and Offertory Hymnal #191
“We Have Come at Christ’s Own Bidding”
1) We have come at Christ’s own bidding to this high and holy place,
where we wait with hope and longing for some token of God’s grace.
Here we pray for new assurance that our faith is not in vain,
searching like those first disciples for a sign both clear and plain.
2) Light breaks through our clouds and shadows;
splendor bathes the flesh-joined Word;
Moses and Elijah marvel as the heavenly voice is heard.
Eyes and hearts behold with wonder how the law and prophets meet:
Christ, with garments drenched in brightness, stands transfigured and complete.
3) Strengthened by this glimpse of glory, fearful lest our faith decline,
we like Peter find it tempting to remain and build a shrine.
But true worship gives us courage to proclaim what we profess,
that our daily lives may prove us people of the God we bless.
Benediction
Discussion
Shalom (“May you be well and whole and in communion with all creation.”)
Shalom, my friends, Shalom, my friends, Shalom, Shalom.
Till we meet again, Till we meet again, Shalom, Shalom.
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Calendar of Service -
February 18 - Rev. Deb Richardson-Moore
February 25 - Dr. Keith Ray
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Choir practice will meet every Sunday at 9:25 AM in the choir room. Please come a little early so that you are ready to start on time. See you all then! Polly (864) 940-0640
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February 11 will be Souper Bowl Sunday where we take up a special collection for those who have food insecurity.
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Update to Keenagers announcement: Keenagers will be on Valentine’s Day, February 14 at 11:00 am. To crochet a beanie, you will need a size H crochet hook. We will have some yarn but if you want to pick out your own yarn, feel free. We will be meeting AT DIANE LEE’S HOUSE - please bring a salad or other snack to share for lunch.
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There will be a Missions and Outreach committee meeting after church on February 18. See Ann Blackwood if you are interested.
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Market Theatre presents “Jersey Boys” opening March 8. Drew Whitley is directing, Thor Raines is choreographing the show, and Rosie Thompson is understudying the role that Joe Pesci had in the movie.
There is a group planning to see the show on Sunday, March 24. We will be able to get tickets at a group rate as well as have our block of seats reserved. If you are interested, please let Karen Manley know.
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“Is it I, Lord?” a Maundy Thursday Tableau is coming back to NACCP on Thursday March 28. This is a short drama that tells the story of the disciples and Jesus during the last supper. We need 16 individuals to perform short monologues! (You don’t have to memorize, although it would be nice) Please sign up with Laurie G PS- stay tuned for Easter schedule
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Adopt-A-Highway: NACCP Trash Collectors will gather on Saturday 24 February at 9:00 AM to collect trash strewn along a one-mile stretch on each side of 4200 Liberty Highway. The more people we have, the less time we will need! If you have friends who might be willing to help, please invite them!
PAWS is currently in need of blankets. Please bring them to church if you have donations.
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The Bible Study Group (BSG) meets Mondays at 6:30 pm via Zoom. Dave Johnson is guiding us through the book of Exodus. If you’d like to be added to the Zoom invite list then contact Cynthia at cynthiakwarner@mac.com. We’d love to have newcomers!
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Joanne reminds us all to keep up the food donations for AIM (Anderson Interfaith Ministries)! Bring your non-perishable items to the church. This is an on-going need that should become part of everyone’s shopping routine.
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Are you interested in becoming a member of NACCP? Would you like to make this community your spiritual home? Please contact Keith at keithdray@gmail.com or at 864-508-1530.
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Remember in prayer: Shea Marsden; Linda McFall; Bonnie Marsden and son Michael; Jackie Moore; Glennie Burns; Mary Alice Mundy; Jason Harding; Madison Bishop (Whitney’s niece); Latha and Cheryl Semones; Immigrant families; Victims of all violence, oppression, and injustice; People of Ukraine; People of Israel and Palestine.
NACCP is an inclusive Faith Community that values questions
and the journey to the answers.
Ministry Leader: Dr. Keith Ray
keithdray@gmail.com
Pianist and Choir Director: Polly Dunford
Mailing address: P.O. Box 4346, Anderson, SC 29622
Phone: 864-225-3575
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