Celebrating the Lord's Day * THE PEACE at The people exchange with one another, by words and gesture, signs of peace and reconciliation. Bazetta Christian Church January 26, 2020 LESSON 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 NIV; Pew Page 1772 Third Sunday after the Epiphany PRAYERS OF GOD’S PEOPLE 9:30 a.m. Worship Service

* “Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow” #46 The Church Gathers Before God GREETINGS IN CHRIST PREPARATION FOR GOD’S WORD Chancel

“Call Upon the Name of the Lord” – Ferguson, Stone/Arr. Mauldin MUSIC FOR CENTERING Sherri Mayoros, Soloist “Rescue” – original artist Lauren Daigle Children depart for Sonshine Hour.

* CALL TO WORSHIP Janis Ulicny, Liturgist LESSON Matthew 4:12-23 NIV; L: The people who walked in darkness have seen a great light; NIV Pew Bible Page 1500 C: Those who lived in a land of deep darkness on them light has shined. “Follow Me” L: You have multiplied your Kingdom, you have increased its joy; * SONG OF PRESENTATION #590 C: We rejoice before you as with joy at the harvest, “Kum ba Yah”

as people exult when dividing plunder. * DISCIPLES OF CHRIST IDENTITY STATEMENT L: The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? We are Disciples of Christ, a movement for wholeness in a C: The Lord is the stronghold of my life; fragmented world. As part of the one we of whom shall I be afraid? welcome all to the Lord’s Table as God has welcomed us. L: One thing I asked of the Lord, t hat I will seek after: C: To live in the house of the Lord all the days of my life, THE LORD'S SUPPER AND *OFFERING to behold the beauty of the Lord, and to inquire in his and the Prayer temple. (From Isaiah 9:203 & Psalm 27:1,4) The Lord’s Prayer Partaking of the Bread and Cup * SONG OF PRAISE Christ Has Died “Hallelujah! For the Lord God Almighty Reigns” Christ Is Risen

* OPENING PRAYER Christ Will Come Again L: Let us join together in prayer. Prayer of Thanksgiving God of Blazing light, through the power of the cross you COMMUNION MUSIC shattered our darkness, scattering the fears that bind us and * SONG FOR SENDING #214 setting us free to live as your children. Give us courage and “Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me” conviction that we may joyfully turn and follow you into new *All who are able may stand. adventures of faithful service, led by the light that shines through Christ our Savior. . Candi Girt-Stojkov, Musician; Maria Fish, Interim Choir Director Charlie Faler - THIS WEEK AT BAZETTA CHRISTIAN CHURCH

Tuesday: 7:00 p.m. Scouts

Wednesday: 10:30 a.m. Bible Study 6:00 p.m. Bible Study 7:00 p.m. Choir Rehearsal

Next 9:30 a.m. Worship Sunday: 10:30ish Worship Committee Meeting-Parlor

For Our Children Our infant nursery is available during our worship service. The nursery is located down the main hallway on the left-hand side, 5th door down. Our Nursery Supervisor is Megan Cross. Pagers are available. Children’s activity packets are available for use during worship. These packets are on the table in the hallway at the back of the sanctuary. Sonshine Hour, a special program for children and youth, meets following Preparation for God’s Word.

Open Communion by and Offering We celebrate the Communion of the Lord's Supper (or ) every week. It is open to ALL Christians. Everyone who is able is invited to come to the front by rows, break off a piece of bread, dip it into the cup, and partake. Gluten-free wafers are also available. Return to your seat by the side aisles. The large blue bowls at the front are for your offering. Kneelers are available on each side for those who wish to stop and pray. If you are not able to come forward for any reason, a plate and cups will be offered to you. If you prefer not to partake, just indicate that when offered the elements.

In case of emergencies: Fire Alarm: Calmly and quickly evacuate the building. Re-assemble at the picnic pavilion. Do not block the fire lanes. All doors in the sanctuary lead to outside Bazetta Christian Church exits. (Disciples of Christ) Tornado Warning: Calmly and quickly exit through the rear doors and assemble in the hallway of the Educational Wing/Child Care area. Stay away from all doors Rev. Sanford W. Downs, III, Interim and windows. 4131 Bazetta Road, Cortland, Ohio 44410 Gunshots or Threats: Duck down between the pews to shield yourself and allow Church Telephone: (330)637-6312 or Fax: (330)637-6239 the Security Team to handle the situation. E-: [email protected] www.bazettachristianchurch.net Pastor Sandy’s E-Mail: [email protected] (NOT [email protected]) Pastor Sandy’s Cell: 334-748-0737 EPISTLE LESSON 1 Corinthians 1:10-18 NIV; not with words of human wisdom, lest the cross of Pew Bible Page 1772 Christ be emptied of its power.

I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our For the message of the cross is foolishness to Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree with one those who are perishing, but to us who are being another so that there may be no divisions among saved it is the power of God. you and that you may be perfectly united in mind This is the word of the Lord. and thought. My brothers, some from Chloe’s household have informed me that there are Thanks be to God. quarrels among you. What I mean is this: One of you says, “I follow Paul”; another, “I follow

Apollos”; another, “I follow Cephas”; still another, “I follow Christ.”

Is Christ divided? Was Paul crucified for you? Were you baptized into the name of Paul? I am thankful that I did not baptize any of you except

Crispus and , so no one can say that you were baptized into my name. (Yes, I also baptized the household of Stephanas; beyond that, I don’t remember if I baptized anyone else.) For Christ did not send me to baptize, but to preach —

GOSPEL LESSON Matthew 4:12-23 NIV; As Jesus was walking beside the Sea of NIV Pew Bible Page 1500 Galilee, he saw two brothers, Simon called Peter

and his brother Andrew. They were casting a net When Jesus heard that John had been put in into the lake, for they were fishermen. “Come, prison, he returned to Galilee. Leaving Nazareth, follow me,” Jesus said, “and I will make you he went and lived in Capernaum, which was by the fishers of men.” At once they left their nets and lake in the area of Zebulun and Naphtali—to fulfill followed him. what was said through the prophet Isaiah: Going on from there, he saw two other

“Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, brothers, James son of and his brother the way to the sea, along the Lordan, John. They were in a boat with their father Galilee of the Gentiles— Zebedee, preparing their nets. Jesus called them, the people living in darkness and immediately they left the boat and their father have seen a great light; and followed him. on those living in the land of Jesus went throughout Galilee, teaching in the shadow of death their synagogues, preaching the good news of the a light has dawned.” kingdom, and healing every disease and sickness among the people. From that time on Jesus began to preach, “Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is near.” This is the word of the Lord.

Thanks be to God. Communion 1 Corinthians 11:23-26

For I received from the Lord what I also passed on to you: The Lord Jesus, on the night he was betrayed, took bread, and when he had given thanks, he broke it and said, “This is my body, which is for you; do this in remembrance of me.”

In the same way, after supper he took the cup, saying, “This cup is the new covenant in my blood; do this, whenever you drink it, in remembrance of me.”

For whenever you eat this bread and drink this cup, you proclaim the Lord’s death until he comes.

GREETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Ages ago three pilgrims set out on a long and uncertain journey in search of the promised Messiah. Their quest was gloriously rewarded, thanks to that guiding star. Whatever led you to our church today, we believe that God rejoices in having you in this place, and we pray that your search for God and his will may be rewarded beyond your expectations. If you have questions concerning membership with this congregation, speak with Pastor Sandy or any of the BCC Elders.

A Friendly Reminder: Please silence or turn off your cell phones upon Unshakable Hope: entering the sanctuary. Let us worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness. Building Our Lives on the Promises of God Worship Committee Meeting By: Max Lucado Next Sunday, February 2, following worship in the parlor; open to interested volunteers, all are welcome! Nothing lifts us out of fear and weariness like hope.

2019 Giving Statements An anchor through life's storms, hope buoys our spirits and Check the box on the table by the office window to see if your report is seeks to make a way when we face tough times. ready. If you don’t see one for you, please sign up on the easel and your After 40 years of ministry and speaking to hurt hearts, report will be printed, placed in an envelope and will be available for pick- Max Lucado has learned that the promises of God will give up on Sunday mornings. you the strength you need. Each chapter in Unshakable

Hope explores one Biblical promise that will help equip you to face every day with courage. Includes reflection questions for individual or group study.

This Bible Study will be held on Wednesdays. This study began January 15th but it’s not too late to start.

You are encouraged to attend your choice of a one hour Saturday, February 8, 2020 session at either 10:30 a.m. or 6:00 p.m. in the BCC Parlor. Two One Hour Sessions Available: Please sign up on the easel by the office door if you plan to attend. 10:00 a.m. or 1:00 p.m. Bazetta Christian Church Study books are here and available today.

Through the Stop the Bleed course, you’ll gain the ability to recognize life- There is a fee of $10.00 for the book. threatening bleeding and intervene effectively. The person next to a bleeding victim may be the one who’s most likely to save him or her. Take the course This is an interactive Bible Study and become empowered to make a life or death difference when a bleeding emergency occurs. The Stop the Bleed Campaign supports accessible, no cost with Theresa Hutton serving as the facilitator. training to all who want it. Learning how to care for an injured family member, friend, or even a stranger isn’t hard. If you have any questions,

For planning purposes, please sign up on the easel in the Gathering Space if you can call Theresa at 724-301-6028. you plan to attend.