<p> Colonial Park United Church of Christ</p><p>November 3, 2013 - Early Service</p><p>The Rev. Dr. Bonita Zobeck 5000 Devonshire Road, Harrisburg, PA 17109 717-545-3782 www.cpucc.org</p><p>No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here. * Please stand, if you are able.</p><p>Expressing God’s Love Welcome – Parish Joys and Concerns – Prayer Requests</p><p>Organ Prelude “Meditation on ’Crimond’” Roger C. Wilson</p><p>* Opening Hymn “God, We Thank You for Our People” No. 376 * Call to Worship Leader: Come into God’s presence with singing and praise. People: We join the assembly of faithful followers.</p><p>Leader: Bring dancing and melody, joy and laughter. People: We join the hope-filled saints of God. Leader: Sing anew song to God, even as we remember and proclaim ancient wisdom.</p><p>People: We join in the lineage of faith.</p><p>* Opening Prayer * Call to Confession * Prayer of Confession Merciful God, may we never forget those who sacrificed much, that we might have lives of abundance and hope. When we take our many blessings for granted, forgive us. When we forget the many people who have touched and strengthened our lives with your love and Christ’s wisdom, gently remind us. Guide our steps, O God, that we may walk in the ways of blessedness. Strengthen our spirits, that we may trust and follow your guidance. * Silent Prayer and Words of Assurance</p><p>* Response “Glory be to the Father” No. 759 Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be. World without end. Amen. Amen. * Passing the Peace of Christ (The congregation may greet each other with a sign of reconciliation and peace, such as a handshake or embrace and say these or similar words.) One: May the Peace of Christ be with you. People: And also with you. Growing in Our Faith The Children’s Time First Lesson Ephesians 1:11-19 Bible page 191 Reader: The Word of the Lord People: Thanks be to God.</p><p>Anthem “A Merry Mallet Melody (Holy Manna)” Jubilate Ringers</p><p>Gospel Lesson Luke 6:20-31 Bible page 64 Leader: God is still speaking! People: Spread the Good News! Prayers of the People</p><p>Sermon “Saints All”</p><p>* Hymn “For All the Saints” No. 299 Verses 1 & 2 Remembering our Saints in Glory Evelyn Busler, Dorothy Chaffee, Dale Frank, Walter Havran, Eleanor Mauck, Joel Morris, Pearl Shannon, Donald Usner, Ruth Webb.</p><p>May this great cloud of witnesses be an inspiration to us when we falter. May we learn to run the race that is set before us, always looking to God, the Creator, Redeemer, and Sustainer of our faith. May we be found worthy to join this glorious company when our time on earth is done. Amen.</p><p>Hymn “For All the Saints” No. 299 Verses 3 & 5</p><p>Practicing our Spirituality Invitation to Offering Offertory “Sweet By and By” arr. Mark Hayes * The Offertory Response “Doxology” No. 778 Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God for all that love has done; Creator, Christ, and Spirit, One. * Unison Prayer of Dedication Blessed are these gifts when they bring hope to the poor, food to the hungry, and comfort to the sorrowful. May these gifts be blessed, O God, as they become blessings to a world in need. In Christ’s name, we pray. AMEN. </p><p>Sacrament of Holy Communion * Invitation The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us lift up our hearts...... We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God...... It is right to give our thanks and praise.</p><p>* Communion Prayer *Sanctus Hymn “Seraphic Hymn” No. 795 Holy, holy, holy, God of the heavenly host; Heaven and earth are full, are full of the majesty of your glory, Hosanna, hosanna, hosanna in the highest! Blessed the one who comes in the name of our God, Hosanna, hosanna, hosanna in the highest! Our Lord’s Prayer (debts and debtors) Sharing the Elements * Prayer of Thanksgiving We thank you, Most Holy God, for refreshment at your table where along with your saints we receive all Christ’s gifts. Provide for your church on earth a strong faith and increased love for one another. Give us the grace to praise you with our lives in the name of Jesus Christ our Savior. Amen. Going Out into Community </p><p>* Sending Hymn “I Sing a Song of the Saints of God” No. 295 * Benediction</p><p>* Organ Postlude “Fantasia on ‘Forest Green’” Lani Smith</p><p>Hymn Notes</p><p>299 For All The Saints</p><p>William Walsham How (1823-1897) wrote this hymn in eleven stanzas, which was published in the 1864 collection Hymns for Saints’ Days and Other Hymns by a Layman. The “layman” referred to in the title was Earl Nelson, a relative of England’s famous Ad- miral Nelson.</p><p>William W. How was born December 13, 1823, in Shrewsbury, England, and rose in the Church of England to be suffragan bishop of Bedford, East London. A plain, unas- suming man, he often turned down appointments to more-prestigious positions without even consulting his family.</p><p>Ralph Vaughan Williams (1872-1958) composed this tune for The English Hymnal (1906) as an alternative to SARUM, with which this text has been associated for many years. The title, SINE NOMINE (or “without a name”), may refer to the saints whose names are known only to God.</p><p>Ralph Vaughan Williams’s name became connected with religious music when he was asked to help edit The English Hymnal (1906). This work has had a great influence on the standards of music in churches in England and the United States. The hymnal re- mained in use for over sixty years.</p><p>The following is an excerpt from Feasting on the Word Worship Companion. Each Sunday we’ll provide you with the scripture texts for the week, some questions you can use for reflection and morning & evening prayers for your convenience. November 3, 2013 – Proper 26</p><p>Daniel 7:1–3, 15–18 Ephesians 1:11–23 Psalm 149 Luke 6:20–31</p><p>Question for Reflection Who are the saints that have accompanied you in the life of faith?</p><p>Household Prayer: Morning God of blessing, thank you for a new day to live for you. In the company of all13th the saints Annual Crèche Festival in heaven and on earth, </p><p>IIt rise is that to sing time your of thepraise. year again; we are busy planning our 13thAnnual CPUCC Crèche Exhibit.Make This me year’sa worthy exhibit companion will take place from December 6-8th and will be open to the public. The ofCrèche my ancestors exhibit willin faith, be displayed in Fellowship Hall and feature several hundred different nativitiesand let from me loveall over others the world-- many of these will be new and different from previous years.as IWe have invite been you loved. to share Amen. your crèche as part of this very special exhibit. The schedule for the exhibit is as follows: Household Prayer: Friday, Evening December 6: 1:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. Saturday, December 7: 10:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. Creator of the stars of night, Sunday, December 8: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. thank you for the gift of rest. ThereForgive will whatbe a specialwrong Ipresentation have done today, on Saturday at 2:00 p.m. in the back of Fellowship Hall. Francisand X. heal McKee any wounds will present I have “Outdoor caused. Nativities—Making the Season more than just Jingle.” Grant me, I pray, a peaceful rest, that Once I may again rise we with will the need sun yourto serve help you to makewith joy. this Amen. year’s exhibit a success. If you would like to serve as host/ hostess during the exhibit (for a 2 or 3 hour shift) please call Pat Greenawald at 652-0133. If you would like to display your crèche as part of the exhibit, please complete the form below and return it to the office by Sunday, November 27. You will need to bring your crèche to the church on either Thursday (Dec. 5) between 6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. or Friday (Dec. 6) between 9:00 a.m. and Noon. 13th Annual Crèche Festival</p><p>_____ Yes, I would like to place a nativity in the exhibit.</p><p>Name ______Phone: ______</p><p>Year Purchased or Received ______# Pieces ______</p><p>From whom (optional) ______</p><p>Country of Origin ______</p><p>Description ______</p><p>______</p><p>You are welcome to bring more than one crèche. Please return this form to the office by Sunday, November 27. Thank you! 2013 Devonshire Holiday FairBring your neighbors, DEVONSHIRE friendsINN and family! 10AM - Coffee, HotShop Dogs, for Bar-B-Q Christmas, Birthdays, &</p><p>Baked Ham Sandwich $ 2.50 TAKE OUTS Anniversaries!</p><p>Bar-B-Que 2.75 Qt. Soup (Veg. or Chicken corn) Hot Dog 1.50 Boothsor Qt. Chili include $ 6.00 each Chili Dog 2.00 Pt.Attic Bar-B-Q Treasures, Book/Media$ 6.00 each Center, Christmas, Jewelry, Chef Salad 3.50 BEVERAGESHoliday Decor, Boutique,$ .75 Adult Soup 3.00 Milk,Clothing Iced Tea & &Linens, Lemonade, Children’s Chili 3.50 Coffee, Hot Tea, Bottled Water Turkey Salad Sandwich(Thurs. Only) 2.75 Soda Shoppe, Men’s Den, Turkey Salad (Thurs. Only) 3.75 Homemade Goodies </p><p>5PM - 6:30PM - Dinner $8/meal (additional side dishes $ .25) Don’tWednesday Miss Evening The Bargain Thursday Basement!!!!!!! Evening Turkey Colonial& Filling Park United ChurchRoast of Christ Beef Dinner Mashed5000 Potatoes Devonshire & Corn Road, Harrisburg,Mashed Potatoes PA 17109 & Vegetable Pepper545-3782 Slaw or Applesauce, www.cpucc.org Roll & Butter, Beverage</p>