Weekly Bulletin - Coral Gables Congregational United Church of

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WELCOME TO WORSHIP!
 No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey,
you are welcome in this United Church of Christ congregation.
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Large-print bulletins, hearing devices, and cough drops
are available from the ushers.
Nursery and pre-school care is available during worship if you wish.
 God is calling you today, but not on your cell phone!
Please remember to turn it off, or you may leave it with our head usher
if you are expecting an emergency call.
 ALL are welcome to this time and place of worship.
Know that in this space you are welcome as you are, for who you are.
Together we celebrate all of God’s children – young, old and in-between;
male, female and in-between; gay, lesbian, straight and in-between;
the assured, the doubting, and the in-between;
the optimistic, the cynics, and the in-between;
the foolish, the wise, and the in-between.
The Reverend Dr. Laurinda Hafner, Senior Pastor
The Reverend Megan Smith, Associate Pastor
The Reverend Dr. Richard J. Bailar, Pastor Emeritus
Coral Gables Congregational United Church of Christ
3010 De Soto Boulevard
Coral Gables, Florida 33134-6317
Phone: 305.448.7421 ~ www.gablesucc.org
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May 22, 2016
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Our faith is over 2000 years old;
Our thinking is not.
11:00 a.m.
FIRST SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST
When the whole world is silent, even one voice becomes powerful.
~ Malala Yousafzai
WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Thank you for signing and passing the red hospitality pad found in the pews.
Please use your smart phone to check in on Facebook; let your family and friends know
that you are at Coral Gables Congregational UCC.
Invite your family and friends around the world to worship with us online
each Sunday at Gablesucc.org/live.
Be sure to “like” us at facebook.com/mycgcc.
You are most welcome to connect your smart device to our free Wi-Fi service.
CALL TO COMMUNITY
I Am Amazing
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Brandon Mowry, vocal leader
*THE CALL TO WORSHIP
One:
Power is…
Many:
the ability to enact change.
One:
Power can be…
Many:
a force for liberation.
One:
Power gives…
Many:
a voice to the voiceless.
Leader:
Power needs…
Many:
to be examined, challenged, and critiqued.
One:
Power comes…
Many:
from a powerful God.
One:
Let us come together in the power of worship.
*OPENING HYMN
O Holy God, Whose Gracious Power
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Krister Martinez, leader
*OPENING PRAYER
ALL:
Great God of heaven and earth, we are often aware of your power. It
comes to us in the booming voice of thunder, in majestic views of
mountains and ocean, in the colors of a ladybug, in a child’s cry, and
in times of stillness and quiet. In all these things and much, much
more, we are reminded of your greatness. In this time of worship may
we appreciate and celebrate your power, and may we always seek
ways to use our own power for peace and goodness. We pray this with
the prayer Jesus taught us…
THE LORD’S PRAYER (spoken)
Our Father, who art in heaven,
Hallowed be thy name.
Thy kingdom come,
Thy will be done on earth, as it is in heaven.
Give us this day our daily bread.
And forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors.
And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil.
For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
*THE PASSING OF THE PEACE
One:
God makes peace within us.
Many:
Let us claim it.
One:
God makes peace between us.
Many:
Let us share it.
One:
Let us greet another as a sign of God's peace.
Many:
The peace of Christ be with you.
One:
And also with you.
You are invited to share the peace or words of welcome around you.
All children are invited forward at this time for the Children’s Message.
This morning all children kindergarten age and older will remain in worship.
Childcare for infants through pre-school is available in the nursery.
MUSICAL INTERLUDE
Dr. Greg Taylor, piano
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CONTEMPORARY LESSON
Marianne Williamson
Sara Zamora-Grant, reader
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate.
Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.
It is our light not our darkness that most frightens us.
We ask ourselves, who am I to be brilliant, gorgeous, talented and fabulous?
Actually, who are you not to be? You are a child of God.
Your playing small does not serve the world.
There's nothing enlightened about shrinking so that other
people won't feel insecure around you.
We were born to make manifest the glory of
God that is within us. It's not just in some of us; it's in everyone.
And as we let our own light shine,
we unconsciously give other people permission to do the same.
As we are liberated from our own fear,
our presence automatically liberates others.
A CHILDREN’S MESSAGE (for all ages…)
ANTHEM FOR CHOIR AND CONGREGATION
Hallelujah, Munga wa Israeli
THE RECEIVING OF OUR GIFTS
Invitation
Offertory Music
Piano Concerto No. 2 Op. 18
Lauren Scott, piano
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Ian Martinez
Sergei Rachmaninoff
THE POWER OF OUR LIVES
HONORING JANET HILES
Osamudia James, ECC parent
HONORING OUR HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS
SUNG RESPONSE FOR CHOIR AND CONGREGATION
I Am a Promise
Children’s Choir:
I am a promise
I am a possibility
I am a promise with a capital “P”
I am a great big bundle of potentiality
And I am learnin’ to hear God’s voice
And I am tryin’ to make the right choice
I am a promise to be anything God wants me to be.
I can go anywhere that He wants me to go
I can be anything He wants me to be
I can climb the high mountains
I can cross the wide sea
I’m a great big promise you see!
Congregation:
I am a promise
I am a possibility
I am a promise with a capital “P”
I am a great big bundle of potentiality
And I am learnin’ to hear God’s voice
And I am tryin’ to make the right choice
I’m a promise to be anything God wants me to be
Anything God wants me to be!
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THE POWER OF DAVID
As recorded in I Samuel 17
Kathleen Hutchinson and Anthony Arevalo-LeSueur, narrators
Music by the Children’s Choirs
I.
God is Calling Us
Words and Music by Natalie Sleeth
II.
God Is on Our Side
Words and Music by Mark Burrows
III.
Go!
Words and Music by Julian Pattison
*CLOSING HYMN
When the Spirit of God
Brandon Mowry will sing the first verse; then the congregation will sing verses 2-4
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*THE SENDING FORTH
Victor Martinez, leader
One:
Go from this place in peace and joy to serve God.
Many:
We rejoice in the good news we have heard and go to serve God in all
that we do.
One:
May God's power continue in and through you to others.
Many:
May God's love also pour into your heart this day and always. Amen
*POSTLUDE
During the postlude you are invited to come forward to the piano and enjoy the music.
Following worship, please join us in the Fellowship Hall for some cake and coffee.
Visitors, we would LOVE to have you join us.
We also invite you to the Welcome Table in the Fellowship Hall. Join us for a cup of
coffee, a welcome gift, and the opportunity to hear more about the church.
A WARM AND CORDIAL WELCOME TO ALL GUESTS!
If you are visiting us today, we welcome you. We are grateful we have found each other.
And, if somehow, there is something in you, some still small voice seeking a place to live
out your faith, to ask important questions, and to serve beyond yourself, we invite you
into our community. For more information about the church, please contact Pastor Laurie
at 305.448.7421, ext. 116 or [email protected].
IN OUR PRAYERS…
We remember all those places of war, violence and unrest, as we continue to pray for
peace for all people around the world. We are especially mindful in these days of the gun
violence both in this community and around our nation. A lighted candle on the altar
symbolizes our prayers for peace and non-violence.
THANKS TO OUR USHERS TODAY:
Arnold Elguezabal, head usher; Linda and Harold Bunton, and Debbie Albion.
STAY IN TOUCH
Once a week or so, Pastor Laurie e-mails a pastoral letter, Laurie’s Lines, to all
members and friends, filling them in on the week’s events, any special concerns that
have arisen, and general church business. If you would like to be included, contact
Ron Morgan at [email protected].
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GAY MEN’S CHORUS PRESENTS…
I Am Harvey Milk
A Concert Event by the Miami Gay Men’s Chorus
TONIGHT, May 22 from 8:00 p.m. - 9:15 p.m. in the Sanctuary
I Am Harvey Milk is a new concept opera that weaves the story of Harvey Milk’s life-from boyhood to his rise as the first openly gay man to hold public office in California-to his assassination. Told through Grammy and Tony Award-nominated composer
Andrew Lippa's soaring melodies and beautiful lyrics, I Am Harvey Milk is an emotional
celebration of an American icon. For tickets, go to MiamiGayMensChorus.org. Use code
GOTTA for 30% off. Tickets may also be purchased at the door.
CONFIRMATION PROGRAM
Wednesday, May 25 from 6:00 p.m. -7:15 p.m. in the Chapel
All parents or guardians of youth in eighth or ninth grade (or above if they have not been
confirmed) are invited to attend an orientation meeting with their youth this Wednesday,
May 25. Pizza will be served. If you cannot be present and are interested, please contact
Pastor Laurie.
SUNDAY MORNING ADULT STUDY
Church By Another Way
Sundays through May 29
9:45 a.m.-10:45 a.m. in Havighorst Lounge
Led by Pastor Laurie
While every generation experiences change, sometimes you just sense you are in the
midst of truly radical change, the kind of change that happens only every few centuries. It
seems that way for the “church” of today. Statistics show that those Americans who are
“churchless,” meaning they have no church affiliation, will soon eclipse the “churched.”
To say the least, there is a changing geography of the church and the face of religion and
the question emerges, can the church be saved? Before the grave is dug and the burial
shroud placed upon the church, let’s talk!
SPANISH-LANGUAGE SERVICES
The Second and Fourth Sundays at 10:00 a.m. in the Chapel
If you are part of a Spanish-speaking family, come and join us for a worship service
bridging the Latin experience with a progressive theology. Coffee is served.
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STRUGGLES FOR LIBERATION:
INJUSTICE FROM FERGUSON TO PALESTINE
Friday, June 3 at 7:00 p.m. in the Chapel
The nationally known civil rights and liberation organization Dream Defenders will
present on their recent trip to Palestine. They will describe the similarities of life under
the West Bank occupation to the situations of other oppressed peoples. Connecting
international struggles for justice is one passion of this group, which was formed to
protest the murder of Trayvon Martin. Dream Defenders has grown into a nationally
recognized group fighting for peace and justice, especially for the oppressed in poor,
minority communities in the United States. All are welcome to attend.
CALLING ALL FUN AND ADVENTUROUS PEOPLE
Join us for an outing to IMAX Theater’s “National Parks”
At the Museum of Discovery and Science in Fort Lauderdale
Thursday, June 9
Shuttle leaves church at 10:00 a.m.
Our outing will take us indoors to beat the summer heat where we will watch the
acclaimed IMAX movie “National Parks Adventure 3D.” This experience takes
audiences on the ultimate off-trail adventure into America’s awe-inspiring great outdoors.
Captured with IMAX® 3D cameras and shown in full glory on the world’s largest
screens, National Parks Adventure celebrates the majesty of these treasured landscapes.
Join world-class mountaineer Conrad Anker, adventure photographer Max Lowe, and
climber Rachel Pohl as they bike, hike, and climb across America’s most pristine parks,
revealing a tapestry of natural wonders that will inspire the adventurer in us all.
Following the movie, we will take a short stroll through Esplanade Park and grab lunch at
The Chimney House, a Latin American Grill and Café located steps from the IMAX
theatre. The cost will be $30 for the IMAX movie and lunch. To register, call or e-mail
Drew Sandbulte at 305-448-7421, ext. 150 or [email protected].
FROM THE GREEN CHRISTIANS
Please note that we are now a recycling center for electronics such as household batteries,
toner cartridges, television sets, central processing units, printers, laptops, radios, and
monitors. You can recycle your old electronic items by bringing them to the church to the
big blue bin on the south side of the courtyard. Thank you for your support!
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MARK YOUR CALENDARS
Community Arts Program (CAP)
2016 Summer Concert Series 31st Season
Heeeeeeeere’s Summer!
“Florida’s premier summer music series.” Jazz & Blues Florida
“[Some of the] best classical concerts of the year.” South Florida Classical Review
“Heeeeeeeere’s Johnny!” That lead-in followed by
a big band trumpet blast, was the landmark of latenight television for three decades. The “Johnny”
was Johnny Carson, the announcer was Ed
McMahon, and the bandleader was the great Doc
Severinsen. The Community Arts Program (CAP)
2016 Summer Concert Series opens June 9 with
Doc Severinsen in “Trumpet Kings,” joined by the
sensational Byron Stripling Quartet. June 23 brings Sybarite5, the incredible
groundbreaking string quintet whose classically-honed technique mixed with grit and
passion
recently
rocked
the
Aspen
Music
Festival.
Go
to
www.CommunityArtsProgram.org for the complete listing of CAP 2016 Summer
Concert Series artists and to purchase your tickets or call 305.448.7421 ext. 120.
THE ELEPHANT RETURNS!
Elephant in the Pew
June 19, 26, and July 3
Has there ever been something you wanted to know about your faith, but were afraid to
ask? Well, this is your chance to ask tough questions about the Bible, church, ethics, or
life and get an honest and personal answer back
from Pastor Laurie. Maybe it’s a topic or issue
that we tend to sweep under the rug or ignore in
order to keep the peace, avoid disagreement, or
maybe even change… kind of like that
proverbial elephant in the room or, in this case,
in the Pew. E-mail, write, or call Pastor Laurie,
or go to the Gables UCC Facebook page and
leave your question. She just might preach on it!
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CORAL GABLES CONGREGATIONAL UCC STAFF DIRECTORY
Ministers
All Members of the Church
Pastoral Staff
The Rev. Dr. Laurinda Hafner, Senior Pastor
The Rev. Megan Smith, Associate Pastor
[email protected] ext. 116
[email protected] ext. 119
Program Staff
Mark Hart, Exec. Dir. of the Community Arts Program
[email protected] ext. 120
Dr. Ronald Morgan, Director of Music Ministries
[email protected] ext.121
Danny Morales, Interim Minister for Emerging Generations
[email protected] ext. 117
Janet Hiles, Director of Early Childhood Center
[email protected]
To contact Early Childhood Center, please call:
305-444-9792
Support Staff
Anthony Cabrera, Minister of Liturgical Arts
[email protected]
Kris Coney, Sound Technician
[email protected]
Allen Feldman, Pew Organizer
Alice Fernandez, Accounting Assistant
[email protected] ext. 127
Lisa LeSueur, Seminary Intern
[email protected]
Brandon Mowry, Cherub Choir Director
Tony Prinzi, Print Room Manager & Reception Coordinator
[email protected] ext. 100
Dennis Rodrigues CPA, Business Manager
[email protected] ext.130
Drew Sandbulte, Administrative Assistant
[email protected] ext.150
Alex Sloan, Director of Media Ministry
[email protected] ext.151
Dr. Gregory Taylor, Parish Musician
[email protected] ext. 155
Shanna Vick-Morris, Wedding and Baptism Coordinator
[email protected] ext. 112
Alexandra Woods, Agape Choir Director
[email protected]
Maintenance and Custodial Team
Rene Dominguez, Carlos Barrios, Rosario Noriega, and Guillermo Ordoñez
Visit our website at www.Gablesucc.org
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Spiritual Expressions
CORAL GABLES CONGREGATIONAL UCC STAFF DIRECTORY
Ministers
All Members of the Church
Pastoral Staff
The Rev. Dr. Laurinda Hafner, Senior Pastor
The Rev. Megan Smith, Associate Pastor
[email protected] ext. 116
[email protected] ext. 119
Program Staff
Mark Hart, Exec. Dir. of the Community Arts Program
[email protected] ext. 120
Dr. Ronald Morgan, Director of Music Ministries
[email protected] ext.121
Danny Morales, Interim Minister for Emerging Generations
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Janet Hiles, Director of Early Childhood Center
To contact Early Childhood Center, please call:
[email protected] ext. 117
[email protected]
305-444-9792
Support Staff
Anthony Cabrera, Minister of Liturgical Arts
[email protected]
Kris Coney, Sound Technician
[email protected]
Allen Feldman, Pew Organizer
Alice Fernandez, Accounting Assistant
[email protected] ext. 127
Lisa LeSueur, Seminary Intern
[email protected]
Brandon Mowry, Cherub Choir Director
Tony Prinzi, Print Room Manager & Reception Coordinator
[email protected] ext. 100
Dennis Rodrigues CPA, Business Manager
[email protected] ext.130
Drew Sandbulte, Administrative Assistant
[email protected] ext.150
Alex Sloan, Director of Media Ministry
[email protected] ext.151
Dr. Gregory Taylor, Parish Musician
[email protected] ext. 155
Shanna Vick Morris, Wedding and Baptism Coordinator
[email protected] ext. 112
Alexandra Woods, Agape Choir Director
[email protected]
Maintenance and Custodial Team
Rene Dominguez, Carlos Barrios, Rosario Noriega, and Guillermo Ordoñez
Visit our website at www.Gablesucc.org
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