MARBLE COLLEGIATE CHURCH Dr. Michael B. Brown, Senior Minister

Sunday, December 7, 2014 at West 29th Street, City Order of Service Second Sunday in Advent December 7, 2014

PLEASE SILENCE ALL ELECTRONIC DEVICES.

PRELUDE FOR ADVENT (10:45am)...... Please listen quietly in preparation for worship. Sonata in E-flat Major, BWV 1031 ...... J . S . Bach Achat Sha’alti...... Paul Schoenfield Based on Psalm 27:4: “I ask only one thing, Lord: let me live in Your house every day of my life to see how wonderful You are and to pray in Your temple.” Medley of French Carols ...... arr . Dake Carol Wincenc, flute; Kenneth Dake, piano

WELCOME AND MINISTRY SHARING

CALL TO WORSHIP — LIGHTING OF ADVENT WREATH Alex Farman-Farmaian, Catherine Farman-Farmaian, Lucy Farman-Farmaian

INTROIT “E’en So, Lord Jesus, Quickly Come” ...... Paul Manz Peace be to you and grace from Him who freed us from our sins, who loved us all and shed His blood that we might saved be . Sing holy, holy to our Lord, the Lord, Almighty God, who was and is and is to come . Rejoice in heaven, all ye that dwell therein, rejoice on earth, ye saints below . For Christ is coming soon! E’en so, Lord Jesus, quickly come, and night shall be no more; they need no light nor lamp nor sun, for Christ will be their All!

HYMN 187 “On Jordan’s Bank the Baptist’s Cry”...... Winchester New

INVOCATION AND THE LORD’S PRAYER (use “debts”)

SOLO “O Thou That Tellest Good Tidings to Zion” from Messiah . . George Frideric Handel Jessica Kimple, mezzo-soprano; Carol Wincenc, flute

BLESSING OF THE ARTISTS

PASTORAL PRAYER AND CHORAL RESPONSE

HYMN 204 “Lo, How a Rose E’er Blooming” ...... Es ist ein’ Ros’

READING OF THE SCRIPTURE ...... Isaiah 40:1-11 (Pew Bible, page 581) Following the reading, Leader: The Word of God for the people of God . All: Thanks be to God.

SERMON “WE WAIT FOR ONE WHO COMES WITH GRACE” . . . .Dr . Michael B . Brown Part of Advent Sermon Series: Who Are We Waiting For? Today’s sermon available on CD; contact MarbleVision.

HYMN 183 “Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus” ...... Stuttgart

A LAYPERSON SPEAKS ...... Mr . Mario Sprouse

CALL FOR OFFERING AND PRAYER

ANTHEM “Sans Day Carol”...... Cornish Traditional, arr . Rutter Now the holly bears a berry as white as the milk, and Mary bore Jesus, who was wrapped up in silk .Refrain: And Mary bore Jesus Christ our Savior for to be, and the first tree in the greenwood, it was the holly! Now the holly bears a berry as green as the grass, and Mary bore Jesus, who died on the cross . Refrain. Now the holly bears a berry as black as the coal, and Mary bore Jesus, who died for us all . Refrain. Now the holly bears a berry, as blood is it red, then trust we our Savior, who rose from the dead . Refrain.

ADVENT HYMN “While We Are Waiting, Come” ...... Claire Cloninger, Don Cason Standing, all sing: With pow’r and glory, come; with pow’r and glory, come. Jesus, our Lord, Emmanuel, while we are waiting, come.

BENEDICTION AND CHORAL RESPONSE

POSTLUDE Fugue in D Major, BWV 532...... J . S . Bach

PARTICIPATING IN THE SERVICE Dr . R . Mark King, Rev . Shari K . Brink The Marble Choir; Colin Fowler, assisting organist Live stream Sunday and Wednesday Worship at www.MarbleChurch.org. Use of photographic and tape recording equipment is not permitted during the service . Assistive Listening System (infrared) available for use off center aisle—ask an usher . Third Sunday in Advent December 14 10:45am, Prelude for Advent — Music for Woodwind Quintet, Sharon Moe, French horn 11:00am Worship, “We Wait for One Who Comes with PEACE” — Dr . Michael B . Brown Part of Advent Sermon Series: Who Are We Waiting For? – 2 – Today

CHILDREN, YOUTH AND FAMILIES MINISTRY Nursery, 2nd flr of 1 W 29th St, 9:30am-1:00pm; Toddlers - 3rd Grade, 276 5th Ave, Room 303, 10:00am-12:00pm; 4th - 12th Grade, 276 5th Ave, Room 300, 10:00am-12:00pm .

BEFORE WORSHIP Prayer Circle — 10:00am, New Chapel . A time of prayer, Scripture reading and hymn singing . This year’s focus: From the Beatitudes to the Be-Attitudes, the Prayer Circle in Action. Led by Rev . Gregory Johnson . Meets every Sunday. Holy Communion celebrated each week (unless scheduled for 11:00am Worship). Bible Study with Sr Carol Perry: Bethlehem Beckons — 10:00am, Labyrinth Room . It is a long walk from where we stand to a tiny town lit by wintry stars, but it is the only journey that gives depth to the Christian life . Planning, packing and traveling are part of our annual ritual .

AFTER WORSHIP No Sermon Talk Back today due to Concert. Returns next Sunday. Artisans’ Boutique and Coffee Hour — 12:15-2:00pm, next door in Marble Loft (274 5th Ave) . All invited . Make new friends, greet old ones . Visit Welcome and Action Tables, learn about ministries and outreach . Purchase hand-crafted items by Marble’s creative artists . Betty Costa, Karla Fritsch, Kristin Gornstein, Heidi Hills, Judy Jacob, Hope Jasper and Carolyn Jones are some of today’s particiapting artists . Please see today’s Spotlight on page 5. Christmas Giving at Marble — Marble Loft . Please see today’s insert and visit Action Volunteer Table. Return gifts by December 14.

POINSETTIAS ARE PLACED IN THE SANCTUARY AT CHRISTMAS in honor or memory of friends and loved ones whose names appear in the Sunday Bulletin of December 21 . To pay tribute to someone in your life while adding to the beauty of the Sanctuary, please return a Christmas Poinsettias card (in pew racks) with your contribution by TODAY, Sunday, December 7. Place in offering plate or hand to receptionist . Questions? Call Shana Wolfe, ext 248 .

Upcoming

WEEKDAY WORSHIP IN THE MARBLE LOFT WEWO: Wednesday Worship — Every Wednesday, 6:15pm December 10, Rev . Kirsty DePree, preaching A blend of traditional and contemporary worship styles, creating an informal and Spirit-filled mix . Music by praise ensemble . Live streamed weekly . Childcare available, 276 5th Ave, Room 303.

JAZZ REVELATION — First and Third Fridays, 6:15pm December 19, The Christmas Story Told in Jazz Music Connect with a community of people in a cozy setting of bistro tables and refreshments, enjoy a time of worship led by Dr . Mark King . Music led by pianist Chris Whittaker with talented guest artists . December 19 is live streamed. Join us New Year’s Eve at 7:30pm for a special Jazz Revelation in the Sanctuary .

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 10, 12:00pm | 60+ Fellowship — Bring your own lunch, followed by program at 1:00pm: Music Lights the World with 30-member Caring Community Senior Chorus, Mimi Stern-Wolfe, director . Lunch in Marble Loft, concert in Sanctuary .

FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 8:00pm | GIFTS Christmas Outing — Join us for The Lesbian & Gay Big Apple Corps Symphonic Band holiday concert at Symphony Space . Limited tickets available, $15 . Purchase with T .J . Houlihan, ext . 260, or email GIFTS@MarbleChurch .org .

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14, 12:15pm | Women’s Advent Baby Shower — Bring unwrapped, new baby clothes (newborn-2 yrs) to be distributed to mothers at Bedford Hills Correctional Facility through Hour Children . Light refreshments, $12 .

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14, 12:15pm | GIFTS Coffee Hour — Before we’re all whisked away for the holidays, join us for our once-a-month gathering . Peale Parlor .

WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 7:30pm | Marble Connection (20s & 30s) — We join “The Good and Beautiful Community” Small Group for discussion after WeWo . Concludes January 7 .

For more details, to register, or for full listing of all our programming, please visit www.MarbleChurch.org or stop by Welcome Center after Worship.

– 3 – Information

ADVENT INSPIRATIONS AT WWW.MARBLECHURCH.ORG Sr. Carol Perry’s Devotional At the Heart of Advent — Download or read daily blog entries online . Dr. Michael Brown’s Worship Without Walls — The Four Birth Narratives as told by Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John. What are the similarities, and why are there differences? Watch online . New message posted each Thursday. Women’s Ministry Blog for Advent — Read prayers, thoughts, favorite memories and gifts through this daily Advent blog .

FLOWERS ARE PLACED IN THE SANCTUARY — In loving memory of Joanie Collyer from the Ministers, Staff, and Board of Elders and Deacons .

IN MEMORIAM — Ms. Joanie Collyer died December 1, 2014 . Memorial Service, Saturday, December 13, 10:00am, at St . Luke’s Episcopal Church, Montclair, NJ .

INSTALLATION OF REV. TRAVIS WINCKLER as Pastor of Blawenburg Reformed Church — Sunday, December 14, 4:00pm . 424 Route 518, Blawenburg, New Jersey . All invited .

PRAYERS FOR PEACE RIBBONS — Yellow ribbons on our fence represent US military casu- alties in Afghanistan . Ribbons honoring US casualties in Iraq are being prepped for an indoor installation . We have not forgotten those men and women and the sacrifices they have made .

THE MARBLE PIPE ORGAN PROJECT — During the new organ’s construction our choir and current organ are relocated to South Balcony and balconies closed for seating . Please visit website for more information about the new organ .

EASTER OFFERING GRANTS — Application deadline is January 18, 2015 . Visit www .Marble- Church .org/give/apply-grant .

OPPORTUNITIES FOR HELPING OTHERS — Please visit Action Volunteer Table after Worship during Coffee Hour, check www.MarbleChurch.org, or contact Tom Schneider. Christmas Giving at Marble — Please see today’s insert. Holiday Gift-Giving for Marble’s Homebound Members — Purchase a holiday gift for a homebound member! After Worship, go to Welcome Table and take a form with name and suggested gift, please return with unwrapped gift to Judy Tulin by December 10 . Ecclesia Ministry | Sunday, December 14 — Volunteers needed, 9:30-10:30am, to prepare lunches for this open-air worshiping congregation for homeless adults in Madison Sq Park . We also need others to transport the lunches and host the service starting at 1:30pm . Donate Metrocards for LGBTQ Youth in Crisis served by “The Church” at St . Luke in the Fields, a partner in mission with our GIFTS Fellowship . Metrocards should contain at least one full fare .

WHEN YOU NEED HELP To ask for prayer, or share feedback, use Prayer Request card in pews . Members of the Marble Prayer Ministry Team spend at least two weeks in prayer over each request . Marble’s Stephen Ministers may be able to help you with spiritual/emotional support in difficult times . Email: StephenMinistry@MarbleChurch org. . Blanton-Peale Counseling Ctr — Individual, group, family . 212-725-7850, www .blantonpeale .org .

MARBLE’S MEDIA MINISTRY — Visit the website or contact MarbleVision . CDs, DVDs, books, featuring Dr . Brown, Dr . Caliandro, Dr . Peale, and others . Sr . Carol’s book Waiting for Our Souls to Catch Up is available, as well as CDs ($8) of her Sunday Bible Studies . Watch episodes of Simple Faith with Dr. Michael Brown Fridays at 4:30pm on MNN (), Time Warner Ch . 1997 . You may also subscribe to our sermon Podcasts .

CENTRAL PARKING DISCOUNT — 29 W . 28 St or 7–11 W . 28 St . Marble Receptionist validates .

By entering the Sanctuary, you grant to Marble Collegiate Church unrestricted right to use and publish, transmit or telecast photographs or likenesses that might be taken of you this day for use in communications related to the church. If you are uncomfortable in the Sanctuary you are welcome to worship downstairs in the New Chapel.

– 4 – Welcome!

THANK YOU FOR WORSHIPING WITH US TODAY! Please stop by Welcome Center in Marble Loft (274 5th Ave) during Coffee Hour to learn more about our faith community . New to Marble? Pick up a welcome bag before Worship at Newcomers Table in Fifth Ave Narthex, or after Worship at Welcome Center . Children’s activity bags available in Fifth Ave Narthex or from an usher .

BECOME A MEMBER. Faith is a journey and we warmly invite you to join with us as you travel along . For more information about our upcoming New Member Orientations come to Deacons’ Pew (right of Chancel) after Worship and talk with one of our Membership team (wearing red carnations) . Or call Kim Sebastian-Ryan, ext 221 . We’d love to have you join us!

Spotlight

SPECIAL PRELUDES DURING ADVENT — 10:45am During Advent, arrive early for Worship for this special time of quiet meditation and beautiful music in the Sanctuary . Generously underwritten by Lynda Packard in honor of her parents, Lynn and John Packard, and with heartfelt thanks to the Marble Community for their prayers . TODAY WE WELCOME CAROL WINCENC! Grammy-nominated flutist Carol Wincenc is a prolific recording artist who has won numerous prizes including the Society of Arts and Letters Lifetime Achievement Award, the National Flute Association’s Lifetime Achievement Award, and the cov- eted Diapson d’Or Award . After winning the sole Naumburg Solo Flute Competition, her performance with Andras Schiff in an all French CD for Music Masters was awarded the Recording of Special Merit . She has appeared as concerto soloist with such ensembles as the Chicago, St . Louis, San Francisco, Detroit, Pittsburgh, Atlanta, BBC, Warsaw Philharmonic and London Symphonies; as well as the Saint Paul, Mostly Mozart, Pro Musica and Los Angeles Chamber Orchestras . She has performed at music festivals in Aldeburgh, Budapest, Frankfurt, Santa Fe, Spoleto, Banff, Sarasota, Winter Harbor, Yale/Norfolk, Music@Menlo, and Marlboro .

Sunday, December 14 Music for Woodwind Quintet, Sharon Moe, French horn

WELCOME TO OUR UNIQUE CELEBRATION OF THE CREATIVE SPIRIT TODAY! Worship, 11:00am Today’s service includes a special Blessing of the Artists by Dr . Michael Brown . Marble Artisans’Boutique, 12:15-2:00pm Marble Loft Support Marble artists while doing some of your Christmas shopping. This year’s boutique features hand- crafted jewelry, photography, knitted items and more . (See page 3 for some of today’s participating artists). Plus, pick up sweet and savory home-baked treats from our Bake Sale and free hot beverages as you wait for the concert . Proceeds from artisans’ rental fees and bake sale go to charity.

ANNUAL ADVENT CONCERT: SURPRISED BY JOY TODAY! 2:30pm, in the Sanctuary The Marble Choir and Festival of Voices with Chamber Orchestra, Directed by Kenneth Dake Through joyous music, dance and inspirational readings expect to reconnect with the true meaning of it all . (Childcare provided for children 7 and under, next door at 276 5th Ave, 3rd floor.) **Seating limited due to Sanctuary construction** Admission: $35; $25, students/seniors . Purchase tickets in the Marble Loft after Worship until 1:30pm . Beginning at 2:00pm you may purchase at Fifth Avenue doors . Will-call tickets may be picked up in the Marble Loft after Worship until 1:30pm, or at Fifth Avenue doors after 2:00pm .

Please note, we need all ticket holders to enter through 5th Ave doors or ramp at 5th & 29th St.

– 5 – This is a season of giving back. In fact, if you think about it, the season may already have inspired some “giving” today: a smile at someone as you left your apartment, deciding to bring a toy or scarf for a needy child (see below), or committing to be a bit more generous to someone at work who is hard for you! Today, Mario Sprouse, member since 1981, shares his story of how Marble has always been there for him and how he takes every chance he can to give back. We hope that you experience the awakening of Hope, an expanding Faith and Love that overflows here at Marble. In short, we hope that belonging to Marble inspires you to make a difference in the world. In this season of giving back, you can also make a difference through your financial support of Marble’s ministry. Now is a great time to review your giving and to prayerfully ask what God may be calling you to give! We hope you’ll complete your 2014 pledge and/or consider an over-and-above gift. Lives are changed here at Marble Church – our own and, through us, the lives of others. Every gift helps others experience this inclusive, hope-filled place we love.

PLEASE JOIN MARBLE’S CHRISTMAS GIFT GIVING! Sundays through December 14 BRING NEW GAMES AND TOYS STUFFED ANIMALS, HAND-HELD ELECTRONICS for underprivileged children through age 14. These will go to Housing+Solutions and other agencies dealing with the homeless. BRING NEW SCARVES, GLOVES, SOCKS, HATS AND TOILETRIES (full and travel-size) for elderly, homebound, hospitalized and homeless adults. Only new and unwrapped gifts, please! Deliver to The Action Table. If you are unable to purchase a gift, a donation of $35 will buy a toy for a needy child. Make checks payable to Marble Collegiate Church and write “Toys for Kids” in memo section. Mail to attention of Tom Schneider or place in offering plate during Worship.

YOU MAY ALSO SELECT FROM OUR HOLIDAY GIFT GIVING CATALOG! Looking to add more meaning to your holiday season and tired of the commercialism? Pick up a copy of the Marble Holiday Giving Catalog after Worship, or download it at www.MarbleChurch.org. And this season consider a gift to Marble Missions and Outreach. Click Missions and Outreach tab under GIVE on website for both.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 21 CHRISTMAS BRUNCH, 12:15pm — Enjoy warm fellowship and delicious brunch with all the trimmings. Marble Loft. $20, adults; $10, children. Reservations required. Please reserve early at www.MarbleChurch.org or with Siobhan Tull ([email protected]).

THE CHRISTMAS ANGEL AUDITIONS: A CYF PLAY, 2:00pm — Written by Brian Hampton with additional music by Michael Finke, this shows off the talents of our children and tells the story of the Angel Gabriel who must “cast” the angel who will tell the Shepherds of Jesus’ birth. All welcome! No charge. Sanctuary.

CHRISTMAS EVE WORSHIP, Wednesday, December 24 Merry Christmas, NYC! — 4:00pm During this family-friendly service Rev. Kirsty DePree and Brian Hampton tell the story of Christmas with a little help from some friends—including volunteers from the audience! Followed by birthday party for Jesus in Marble Loft. We Wait for One Who Comes to Us — 6:30 & 8:30pm Meditation by Dr. Michael B. Brown. Holy Communion celebrated at 8:30pm service. Music prelude with The Marble Choir and brass ensemble at 6:10 and 8:10pm. If you can’t be here in person, visit www.MarbleChurch.org for live streaming video of Christmas Eve Worship, 6:30pm/ET. NEW YEAR’S EVE WORSHIP, Wednesday, December 31, 7:30pm As Good as it Gets? Dr. R. Mark King, preaching; Chris Whittaker, music. A special Jazz Revelation service in the Sanctuary. Holy Communion. Followed by festive reception in Marble Loft. Childcare provided at all services. Vision: We envision a world where we all become the individuals God created us to be. Mission: Marble Collegiate Church is a diverse, inclusive community of God’s people led by the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. We inspire everyone to become positive thinkers who make a difference in the world.

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MARBLE STAFF To email staff directly, use First initialLast [email protected].

Ministerial Staff Lead Program Directors Dr . Michael B . Brown, Senior Minister Kenneth V . Dake, Director of Music Dr . R . Mark King, Executive Minister Bob Marty, Director of MarbleVision Rev . Shari K . Brink, Minister for Strategic Advancement Catherine Ortiz, Director of Marketing & Communications Rev . Kirsty DePree, Minister of Congregational Care Gayle F . Robinson, Chief Operating Officer Rev . Travis B . Winckler, Minister, Blawenburg Kim Sebastian-Ryan, Director of Church Growth & Reformed Partnership Connecting Ministries Sister Carol Perry, S .U ., Bible Scholar Susanah Wade, Director of Missions & Outreach

Elders: Stephanie M . Bailey, Dorothy Booker, Marcelle E . Doll, Wingate Jackson, Jr . Sheila B . Moses, Eileen A . O’Connell, John E . Rorer, II, Gregory W . Walker Clair J . Zak, Elder Emerita Deacons: Peter Barnett, Trenesa Danuser, T . Hunter Dare, Sandra Diaz Ted Gregory, Richard Harper, G . Gregory Lozier, Robert L . Williams Serving as Deacons to Intersections International: Barbara Costigan and Marcia Fingal

DIRECTORY Address Changes/Membership Records...... Shana Wolfe All Church Events/Concert Tickets/CDs ...... Siobhan Tull Archives/Sanctuary Tours...... Kim Sebastian-Ryan Baptism...... Kate Troy, Kirsty DePree Children, Youth & Families Ministry (CYF)...... Brian Hampton, Jessica Scovel Contributions (Offerings and Pledges) ...... Shana Wolfe Facilities/Events...... Stuart Cole Funerals/Memorial Services/Columbarium...... Any Minister, Judy Tulin New Members...... Kim Sebastian-Ryan Outreach...... Susanah Wade Pastoral Care...... All Ministers; Kirsty DePree, liaison; Judy Tulin Prayer Circle...... Rev . Gregory Johnson Prayer Requests...... Judy Tulin Small Groups ...... Kirsty DePree, Baleta McKenzie, Anna Nugent Social Worker ...... Janet Smith Stephen Ministry...... Kirsty DePree, Judy Tulin Stewardship and Planned Giving ...... Shari Brink, T .J . Houlihan Volunteering...... Tom Schneider Weddings...... Gary Thompson Welcome and Hospitality...... Colleen Cosgrove, Siobhan Tull Fellowship Groups Adult Ministry (All Ages) ...... Colleen Cosgrove Entrepreneurs...... Gayle Robinson Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgender (GIFTS)...... Shari Brink, T .J . Houlihan Men’s Ministry...... Mark King, Anna Nugent 60+ Fellowship...... Colleen Cosgrove 20s&30s (Marble Connection)...... Brian Hampton Women’s Ministry (MWM)...... Kirsty DePree, Anna Nugent

For a full staff listing, please visit www.MarbleChurch.org.