THE PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD OF GOD Then he said, “Into what then were you baptized?” They answered, “Into The Prayer of Thanksgiving & Blessing BCP 365 Unless otherwise noted, the service is found in the red (BCP). John’s baptism.” Paul said, “John baptized with the baptism of repentance, Processional 616 “Hail to the Lord’s Anointed” telling the people to believe in the one who was to come after him, that is, Dismissal, with Alleluias Processional Hymn 448 “O love, how deep, how broad” in Jesus.” On hearing this, they were baptized in the name of the Lord Opening Acclamation & BCP 299 Jesus. When Paul had laid his hands on them, the Holy Spirit came upon We welcome the newly baptized, Madeline Rose Roberson. Collect of the Day BCP 214 them, and they spoke in tongues and prophesied— altogether there were Father in heaven, who at the baptism of Jesus in the River Jordan about twelve of them. The loose and undesignated offering goes to the Rector’s Discretionary Fund. proclaimed him your beloved Son and anointed him with the Holy Spirit: Grant that all who are baptized into his Name may keep the covenant they Hymn 294 “Baptized in water, sealed by the Spirit” ALTAR FLOWERS Today’s altar flowers are given to the Glory of God and in thanksgiving for the have made, and boldly confess him as Lord and Savior; who with you and the Holy Spirit lives and reigns, one God, in glory everlasting. Amen. lives of Sue & Swanson Graves, Jr. by the family. The (standing) Mark 1:4-11

John the baptizer appeared in the wilderness, proclaiming a HAPPY BIRTHDAY The Lessons (seated) Genesis 1:1-5 baptism of repentance for the forgiveness of sins. And people from the January 8: Susan Murrell, Kendall Scales In the beginning when God created the heavens and the earth, the whole Judean countryside and all the people of Jerusalem were going out January 11: Richard Roy earth was a formless void and darkness covered the face of the deep, while to him, and were baptized by him in the river Jordan, confessing their sins. January 12: Mike Behar, Sarah Scott Woolard a wind from God swept over the face of the waters. Then God said, “Let Now John was clothed with camel’s hair, with a leather belt around his January 13: Elizabeth Propst there be light”; and there was light. And God saw that the light was good; waist, and he ate locusts and wild honey. He proclaimed, “The one who is and God separated the light from the darkness. God called the light Day, more powerful than I is coming after me; I am not worthy to stoop down UPCOMING EVENTS and the darkness he called Night. And there was evening and there was and untie the thong of his sandals. I have baptized you with water; but he Monday, January 8 morning, the first day. will baptize you with the Holy Spirit.” In those days Jesus came from Sisters in Christ at 6:00 p.m. Upstairs Tuesday, January 9 Nazareth of Galilee and was baptized by John in the Jordan. And just as he Psalm 29 (sung) Men’s Cursillo Reunion Group at 7:00 a.m. at Bojangles was coming up out of the water, he saw the heavens torn apart and the EFM at 6:30 p.m. in the Woolard Meeting Room 1 Ascribe to the LORD, you gods, * Spirit descending like a dove on him. And a voice came from heaven, Habitat for Humanity Board at 7:00 p.m. in the Library ascribe to the LORD glory and strength. “You are my Son, the Beloved; with you I am well pleased.” Wednesday, January 10 2 Ascribe to the LORD the glory due his Name; * Holy Communion at 7:00 a.m. in the Chapel worship the LORD in the beauty of holiness. The Sermon The Reverend Jim Reed Brother of St. Andrew at 7:30 a.m. in Woolard Meeting Room 3 The voice of the LORD is upon the waters; Presentation of the Candidates BCP 300 Holy Communion at 11:00 a.m. in the Chapel the God of glory thunders; * The Baptismal Covenant BCP 304 Junior Choir at 5:30 p.m. in Music Suite the LORD is upon the mighty waters. Prayers for the Candidate BCP 305 Senior Choir at 6:30 p.m. in Music Suite 4 The voice of the LORD is a powerful voice; * Thanksgiving over the Water BCP 306 the voice of the LORD is a voice of splendor. The Baptism BCP 307 Our Spanish-speaking brethren cordially invite us for Epiphany cake in All Saints’ Hall after the 10am service today. 5 The voice of the LORD breaks the cedar trees; * The Peace

the LORD breaks the cedars of Lebanon; st Parish Breakfast, January 21 6 He makes Lebanon skip like a calf, * (Prayer request cards may be filled out and dropped in the collection plate.) st All are invited to a Parish Breakfast on Sunday, January 21 at 9am in All Saints’ and Mount Hermon like a young wild ox. Hall. Please sign up on the bulletin board by the church office by Wednesday 7 The voice of the LORD splits the flames of fire; THE CELEBRATION OF THE HOLY COMMUNION January 17th. the voice of the LORD shakes the wilderness; * The Offertory the LORD shakes the wilderness of Kadesh. Presentation Hymn 711 vs. 1 “Seek Ye First” Adult Sunday School 8 The voice of the LORD makes the oak trees writhe * The Great Thanksgiving Eucharistic Prayer B BCP 367 Adult Sunday School will begin meeting again on Sunday, January 14th at 9am. and strips the forests bare. Sanctus and Benedictus S-129 Powell 9 And in the temple of the LORD * The Lord’s Prayer BCP 364 Online Giving & Monthly Automatic Bank Draft all are crying, "Glory!" The Breaking of the Bread Good news! Saint Peter’s is even more tech savvy! If you would like your pledge 10 The LORD sits enthroned above the flood; * Fraction Anthem S-154 Hurd commitment to be paid online or automatically drafted monthly from your bank account, email or call Jennifer Spivey at the church office. (946-8151, the LORD sits enthroned as King for evermore. Communion of the People [email protected]) Also, anytime you feel called to give for any reason, 11 The LORD shall give strength to his people; * In the Episcopal Church all baptized Christians are welcome to the you can do so from our website via the online giving link. Visit the LORD shall give his people the blessing of peace. table to receive communion. To receive the bread, please hold out your www.saintpetersnc.org. open palms. To receive the wine, you may drink directly from the cup, or Acts 19:1-7 you may slightly dip the wafer in the wine. If you prefer not to receive Sunday School Teachers Needed While Apollos was in Corinth, Paul passed through the interior communion, you are welcome at the altar to receive a blessing from the If you did not get to teach Sunday School during the 1st semester, here is your regions and came to Ephesus, where he found some disciples. He said to priest. For a blessing, while at the altar rail, cross your arms across your opportunity! Sign up on the Bulletin Board outside the offices in the main hall. them, “Did you receive the Holy Spirit when you became believers?” chest as a sign of this preference. We need helpers for the younger class and 2 teachers for the 3rd, 4th and 5th They replied, “No, we have not even heard that there is a Holy Spirit.” grade. If you love children, this is a wonderful way to serve the Lord!

Attention 3rd through 8th graders Saint Peter’s Episcopal Church Watch for an announcement next week of our first Youth meeting! All 3rd through 8th graders are invited to join us for fellowship and food! Our meetings will be held on Washington, North Carolina Sunday afternoons.

2018 Pre-Convention Deanery Meeting 2018 Vestry The Pamlico Deanery will hold its annual Pre-Convention Deanery Meeting on st Marcus Jones-Senior Warden Sunday, January 21 at 2 p.m. here at Saint Peter’s in All Saints’ Hall. Picott Harrington-Junior Warden Bonita Arvizu-Christian Education Please Pray for: Fred Beachler–nephew of Michael Beachler, Sarah Cargill- Michael Behar-Stewardship sister of Anna Sizemore, Judy Chesnutt-friend of Marcia Griffin & Katirie Mark Henley-English/Spanish Mission and Ministry Leach, Hannah Cleary-niece of Janet Bradbury, Stan Cohen-friend of Ray & Emma Holscher-Clerk Mary Dennis, Evan Cornelius-friend of Pam & Ed Hodges, Al Felton–brother- Julie Howdy-Pastoral Care in-law of John Thompson, Janice Good-Piga–friend of Kathleen Couch, Val Johnson-Administration Dorothy Harmon–friend of Libby Behr, Mary Wesley Harvey-member, Mark Sarah Ninan-Outreach Henley-member, Matt Hollar–friend of Libby Behr, Pem Jenkins–friend of Catherine Pfeiffer-Parish Life Patrick & Carol Nash, The Rev. Lee Kinney-First Presbyterian Church, Bob Thomas-Buildings & Grounds Catherine Liles–mother of Mary Parker Liles, Simon Marle-son of Jay & Hank Van Dorp-Worship Bernice Marle, Eleanor May–member, Mary Maye-friend of Kathie Kriss, Coly McCauley-son of Nancy Hamblin, Family of Bill Oden, Jimmy Pendergast– son of Kathie Kriss, Catherine Powell-member, Eleanor Rollins-friend of Saint Peter’s, Acra Samuels-daughter of Hodges & Marsha Hackney, Joe Sleeper– friend of Fr. Jim Reed, Larry Smithwick-friend of Cindy & William Cochran, Elwood Sprouse–friend of Saint Peter’s, Jennifer Spruill–friend of Saint Peter’s, Joe Taylor–friend of Saint Peter’s, Sis Thornburgh-member, Cathy Waters–member, Betty Jean Waters & Family–neighbors of Leslie Whitehurst, Jeff Williams-nephew of Michael Beachler.

Those Serving in the Liturgy Organist & Choirmaster: Douglas Cutler Lay Readers: Jerry Vick, Laura Bliley Paten Server: Tom Archie, Bearer: Bet Archie Acolytes: Frederick Holscher, Mary Emma Holscher, Suzie Harrington Altar Guild: Sallie Scales, Janet Bradbury, Marsha Hackney, Peggy Hudson, Diane Furlough Ushers: Swanson Graves, Lex & Karen Mann, Picott Harrington, Katherine Tate Vestry Person of the Week: Emma Holscher

Office Information The First Sunday after the Epiphany: Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m.-noon and 1:00 p.m.-4:30 p.m. Friday 8:30 a.m. - noon The Baptism of Our Lord Jesus Christ 101 N Bonner Street (252) 946-8151 January 7, 2018 www.saintpetersnc.org 10 a.m.

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Saint Peter's is celebrating the love of Christ by reaching out Rector-The Reverend Jim Reed (252) 946-8151 church and empowering for ministry. [email protected] Welcome to Saint Peter’s. Visitors and newcomers are The Reverend Deacon Katherine N. Mitchell (617) 721-6614 encouraged to complete a welcome card from the pew rack. [email protected] Please let us know who you are and allow us to greet you.