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hank you for worshipping with us this morning. We extend a special welcome
to our guests and ask that you complete a blue or yellow visitor’s card and
place it in the offering plate.
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n the pew racks, are folders with information about the various aspects of the
service. If you are visiting, please feel free to reach out to someone sitting near
you and ask them questions about the service. Many of our visitors ask us about
the time of offering. This is a time in our service when we respond to God’s gifts of
love by offering the gifts of our lives. For many of us, this is when we make a
financial gift towards the ministries and programs of our church. We also use this
time to ask God how we might use the gifts of our hands and hearts in sharing
God’s love. If you are visiting, there is no obligation to give a financial gift. We
are just glad you are worshipping with us.
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ll are invited to come down to the Social Room for refreshments and
conversations following the service.
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here is much information about the church in this
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hank you.
May 3, 2015
EVANGELICAL REFORMED CHURCH
United Church of Christ
- An Open and Affirming Congregation 5th Sunday of Easter
10:30 a.m.
The numbered hymns are from the Red Hymnal
†All who are able may stand.
Heritage Sunday
(This morning we will celebrate Heritage Sunday and be using the liturgy and
hymns from the Evangelical and Reformed Church Hymnal (the red hymnal) as we
celebrate our ground breaking for the new building project.)
Chimes Concert at 10:00 a.m. from Trinity Chapel’s steeple
Greetings and Announcements
Prelude
†Processional Hymn
CENTENARY HYMN, Composed for the Centenary Celebration of the
German Reformed Church, 1841, text by Mrs. L. J. Peirson
“Thou Who Art Enthroned in Glory”
1. Thou who art enthroned in glory,
Crown'd with love and robed in grace;
Lo! We humbly bow before thee,
Off'ring up our songs of praise.
Mighty God and gracious Savior!
Spirit of enduring Grace,
Come in thine especial favour,
With thy glory fill this place.
tune- HYMN TO JOY
2. We would celebrate the changes
Which an Hundred Years have made,
Since our fathers - poor and strangers Sought the Western forest's shade.
From Helvetia's vine-clad mountains
Came a little friendless band;
By the rich Rhine's infant fountains,
Others left their Father-land.
3. Let our institutions flourish,
Sending forth a pious band,
With the words of life to nourish
All who hunger through the land.
Zion spreads her hands before Thee;
Come, and in her temples reign,
While we give all praise and glory
To the triune God - Amen.
†Order of Worship
Exhortation
Confession of Sin
Kyrie
Assurance of Pardon
Gloria in Excelsis
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- No. 518
- No. 489
Thought for the Day
The Lord’s Prayer
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, for ever. Amen.
(Teachers and children ages 4 through 2nd grades may be dismissed for
Children’s Church, in Parish House Conference Room, during the singing of
the hymn.)
†Hymn “O God, Above the Drifting Years”
- No. 377
The Scriptures
1 John 4:7-21
John 15:1-8
NT page 241
NT page 109
†Gloria Patri
†Confession of Faith - The Apostles’ Creed
- No. 493
Page 23
Sermon
Morning Prayers
Prayer Response “Hear Our Prayer, O Lord”
Hear our prayer, O God, hear our prayer, O God;
Incline your ear to us, and grant us your peace.
Recognition of Outgoing Elder, Deacons, and Committee Chair
†Offering of Tithes, Gifts and Lives to Christ’s Service
- No. 769
Offertory “Lord, You Have Been Our Dwelling Place”
- L. Larson
The anthem incorporates "O God, Our Help in Ages Past."
Please join with the choir in singing stanzas 2 and 3.
1. Choir
2. All
Before the hills in order stood, or earth received her frame, from
everlasting thou art God and endless years the same.
3. All
O God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come, be thou our
guide while life shall last, and our eternal home!
Amen - Choir
†Presentation of Gifts
†Offertory Response
Service of Holy Communion
Eucharistic Prayer
Seraphic Hymn
Agnus Dei
The Communion
Pages 24-26
- No. 522
- No. 525
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(All who desire the Sacrament, including children, are invited to come forward
at the direction of the deacons. You may kneel or stand to receive the elements.
Consume the bread and drink from the cup as it is given to you, and place
your empty cup in the tray held by one of our youth, as you return to your seat
by way of the side aisles. Please use the quiet time before and after you
commune for private prayers, for your own needs and for the needs of others.)
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Page 29
†Recessional Hymn “Our God, Our Help in Ages Past”
stanzas 4, 5, 6
- No. 63
†Benediction and Amens
- No. 557
†Postlude
Today we remember and celebrate our heritage through the liturgy authorized by
the General Synod the Evangelical and Reformed Church. ERUCC used this
liturgy for many, many years and we remember the ways in which it shaped the
spiritual life of our congregation.
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The flowers on the altar this morning are in loving memory of John and Peggy
Garst by the Charles Garst family.
The yellow rose bud on the stand is given by Tina Baker in honor of those who are
serving or have served in the armed forces.
(If you are interested in sponsoring the yellow rose, contact the church office.)
The Lay Visitors for this week are Gerry Blessing and Pat Hevner. Lay visitors are
members of the congregation who share friendship and visits with members of our
congregation who are unable to join us for worship on Sunday mornings. These
Faithful Friends visit members in their homes, hospitals, assisted living, and nursing
homes. Faithful friends can also send cards or make phone calls to our homebound
members. We can provide you with all contact information if you are interested in
helping out. If you are interested in being involved in this ministry, please contact
Pastor Daniel.
Attendance last Sunday: 8:30a.m. – 16; 10:30 a.m. – 140.
Anticipating a stay in the hospital? Please call the Church Office at 301-6622762. If you are admitted unexpectedly, please have a family member or friend
notify the office.
Hospital and Prayer List – your pastors want to be available when members of
ERUCC are in the hospital. Please let us know so that we can visit with you and
your family and provide support. We always ask permission before adding a name
to be included in the prayer list or in the verbal announcements on a Sunday
morning. There are many for whom we pray and visit whose names are not listed in
the bulletin by their request.
Prayer List - Please remember the following people in your prayers this week: Jack
Mens, Cindy Castellucci, Molly Marsh, Renee Collmus, Regina Whalen, Esther
Wallace (mother of Glenn Wallace) Terry Smiley (uncle of Scott Smiley), Roger
(brother of Gail Ellam), Paul Howsare (father of Christine Crutchley), Joe Jahoda
(Kim Jahoda’s dad), Tiara Leone Hitt (friend of Suzanne Marsh), Robin Breling
(friend of Mary Meyer), and Antoinette Weedon (aunt of Samantha Weedon).
On-going prayer concerns are listed on pink paper and can be found at the back of the
church. We also ask you to remember all of those currently serving in the Armed Forces.
Your prayers and cards are welcomed and appreciated by those on our prayer list.
Jack Mens
5192 Maitland Terrace
Frederick 21703-6096
Cindy Castellucci
Homewood at
Crumland Farms
7407 Willow Road
Frederick 21702
Beth Suydan
1001 Carroll Parkway
Apt. 206
Frederick 21702-8844
Esther Marie Wallace
9 Meadowcroft Ct.
Montgomery Village
MD 20886
Molly Marsh
938 Valley Road
Knoxville 21758
Renee Collmus
212 Rockwell Terrace
Frederick 21701-4910
Regina Whalen
1803 Greenspring Place
Unit 404
Frederick 21702
Each Sunday at 10:30a.m.
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TODAY @ ERUCC
FOLLOWING WORSHIP WE WILL HAVE OUR ANNUAL
CONGREGATIONAL MEETING.
Items on the agenda – review of 2014 Financials and Committee and
Organization reports, election of new members to the Consistory
(Nominating Report on page 13), updates on the building project, AND
GROUND BREAKING SERVICE at 1p.m. Lunch will be served.
COPIES OF THE 2014 ANNUAL REPORT ARE AVAILABLE
IN THE BACK OF THE CHURCH.
ADULT LEARNING OPTIONS: (9:30-10:15a.m.)
Let’s Study and Bible and Prepare for Worship - Facilitated by Stefan
Mach. (Meets in the downstairs conference room)

Let’s Talk: “Inequality: Overcoming the Gaps that
Divide: (April 12-May 17) May 3 - Inequality In
Prisons and Jails – Facilitator: Rev. Dr. Gerry Hanberry

Show part/clips of video lecture by Michelle
Alexander, “Mass Incarceration in an Age of Colorblindness,” based on
her book, The New Jim Crow
Discussion and reflection based on the video
.
(Meets in the social room near the stage.)
THIS WEEK
 TUESDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY – We are exploring the Old
Testament using Amy-Jill Levine’s Great Courses resource. Study guides are
available in the church office (11-Noon in the downstairs Conference Room)
 ERUCC WOMEN, AGES 14 AND UP - You are cordially invited to the first
ERUCC Fashion Fundraiser Event. Proceeds Benefit ERUCC Building
Project!! Hosted by Emily Perlet, Personal Stylist.
Friday, May 8, 6:30pm OR Saturday, May 9, 10am, ERUCC Social Room
Ladies, this is your chance to get style tips, learn about spring trends, enjoy
quality time with other women, and fill gaps in your closet with clothes you
will love! You are welcome to bring a guest. Child care will be provided. We
hope to see you! Please RSVP and specify your choice of times: 240-5357893 or [email protected] by 5/1.
NEXT SUNDAY – May 10

WORSHIP NOTES: Jesus’ commandment to love one another in John,
chapter 15, verse 12, is one of the strongest themes of Jesus’ teaching. Not
only does Jesus “command” us “to love one another,” he shows us how: To
love each other “as I have loved you.” Jesus then “pushes the envelope” in
verse 13: “No one has greater love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s
friends” (John 15:9-17). Exploring what “laying down one’s life” means is a
challenge that enlightens and inspires. 1 John 5:1-6 is a text that supports and
ungirds the theology of Jesus’ commandment to love one another. Central
themes of the first letter of John include “faith and believing,” and “love put
into action.” These themes encourage us to act in ways that cause love and
faith to overcome the problems of the world. Indeed, as disciples of Jesus,
what does it mean to be a friend, even a spiritual friend?
This morning we will be ordaining and installing the new members of the
Consistory. Spirit and Young Spirit will be singing. The Chancel Bell Choir
will be playing.
 ADULT LEARNING OPTIONS (9:30-10:15a.m.)
Let’s Study and Bible and Prepare for Worship (Facilitated by Stefan Mach)
(Meets in the downstairs conference room.)
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Let’s Talk: “Inequality: Overcoming the Gaps that Divide: (April 12-May 17)
May 10, 2015: Religious Equality in a Multi-Faith Context– Facilitator: Rev.
Dr. Gerry Hanberry – Panel: Barbara K. Daniel, a Rabbi, a representative of the
Islamic Community
How do religious groups, in all their various settings, worship and serve
together while maintaining their unique styles of worship and varied theologies?
What does religious pluralism look like?
Major gaps between religions/faith groups
(Meets in the social room near the stage)
CORRECTION TO CHIMES CONFIRMATION ARTICLE: If you are
interested in more information regarding being a confirmation mentor please contact
Bettie Joe Crutchley at: [email protected].
SUPPLIES NEEDED FOR THE WORK CAMP TRAILER: We’ve done a lot of
painting over the past few years and we need to replenish our supplies. We welcome
the following: (leave on the stage or see Jeff Schaeberle or Milt Crutchley to put in
the trailer).
Paint pails
Paint pail hooks (for hanging the
pail from a ladder)
Roller trays
Tray liners
Painters caulk
Soap for cleaning brushes
Stirrer sticks
Trim tools
Donation to purchase a ladder rack
(approx. $125 to $150).
OVARIAN CANCER AWARENESS NIGHT AT LA PAZ: If you’re looking for an
alternative to Monday Mess Hall, then please plan to join us on May 4th at La Paz
restaurant (51 S. Market Street) from 4-9p.m. La Paz will donate 20% of their
proceeds to our NOCC 5K Walk to Break the Silence on Ovarian Cancer. You can eat
in/carry out or get a gift certificate. Just remember to tell them that you are there to
support ovarian cancer awareness. Hope to see you there! – Cathie Duncan
SAVE THE DATE:
 FAMILY CAMPING - Will be September 18-21 at Rocky Gap. If you have
any questions, please see Laura Rhoderick or Starr Schaeberle. We would love
to have you join the fun.
 SPRING CLEAN UP DAY – Sat, May 16 (8-Noon) – More details to follow.
 MISSION/SOCIAL ACTION ROUNDTABLE: The next Roundtable will
take place in the downstairs conference room on May 17th at 7p.m. All persons
who are currently involved with mission or social action projects are invited to
attend in order to update attendees on what is happening (or any needs). Also
invited are people who would like to learn more about our various
mission/social action projects. Come as well if you have ideas regarding
additional areas where we might need to focus some of our attention. – Cliff
Barr, Chair
CHIMES GROUP LUNCHEON AND TOUR MAY 14TH at the Surreybrooke
Garden Center in Middletown. Their location is 8610 Baltimore National Pike.
Several of us will gather at 10 at the Garden Center Office and then take a selfguided tour of the garden offerings. Afterward, we will meet at The Main Cup in
Middletown, located at 14 West Main St. We have a private area reserved for our use
from 11:30 on, and expect everyone will have arrived by noon. Lunch is from the
menu; we will have a short meeting before eating. ALL ARE WELCOME at our
meeting…women, men, youth. Hope to see you there. For more information, contact
Mary Meyer at 301-845-9824 or [email protected].
WHAT IS PLAYING IN YOUR 3RD ACT? – We have formed a recently retired
group and named it Act III. We meet informally and share stories, experiences and
ideas. If you are interested, we will be meeting on the 3rd Monday of the month at
9a.m. at Panera Bread on Rt. 26. Our next gathering will be May 18th. For additional
information, contact Cathie or Will Duncan or Pat Hanberry. If you’d like to be on
our email list, send an email to Cathie: [email protected].
NOMINATING REPORT FOR 2015 -2016
ELDERS (3 year term):
Two to be elected:
Betsy Fisher (second term 2018)
Starr Schaeberle (first term 2018)
Continuing Elders are:
Rodney Martin (second term 2017)
Allen Flora (second term 2017)
Milt Crutchley (second term 2016)
Cliff Barr (first term 2016)
DEACONS (2 year term):
Four to be elected:
Tom Frazier, head deacon (second term 2017)
Tom Perlet (second term 2017)
Jennie Covahey (first term 2017)
Richard Torian (first term 2017)
Continuing deacons: Marc Kline (first term 2016)
Phil Selby (second term 2016)
Jenna Duranko (first term 2016)
Jaci Clayton (second term 2016)
COMMITTEE CHAIRS (2 year term but may be re-elected for 2 additional 1
year terms) (*to be elected)
Property:
Phil Selby (first term through 2016)
Stewardship:
Jill White (first term through 2016)
*Mission & Social Action: Cliff Barr (first full term through 2017)
*Finance & Budget: Connie Golleher (first term through 2017)
*Worship:
Cindy Smith (second 1 year term through 2016)
Christian Ed:
Laura Rhoderick (first term through 2016)
*Member at large:
Bob Marendt (first full two year term through 2017)
Youth:
Monthly rotating
Submitted by Milt Crutchley and Rodney Martin
TODAY (5/3)
8:30a.m.
Worship in Trinity Chapel
9:30a.m.
Scholarship Committee
9:30a.m.
Sunday School & Adult
Education
10 a.m.
Chimes Concert
10:30a.m. Morning Worship
12N
Annual Meeting
1p.m.
Ground Breaking Ceremony
6:30p.m.
Youth Sunday Practice
MONDAY
10a.m.
Staff Meeting
5p.m.
Monday Mess Hall
5:30p.m.
Chancel Bells
6p.m.
Children’s Choir
6p.m.
Cambridge Bells
6:45p.m.
Young Spirit
TUESDAY
11a.m.
Tuesday Morning Bible Study
THURSDAY
7p.m.
Senior Choir
FRIDAY
6:30p.m.
CAbi Fashion Fundraiser
(Social Room)
SATURDAY
9a.m.
CAbi Fashion Fundraiser
(Social Room)
SUNDAY (5/10)
8:30a.m.
Worship in Trinity Chapel
9:30a.m.
Sunday School & Adult
Education
10a.m.
Chimes Concert
10:30a.m. Morning Worship
SERVING YOU 5/3:
Deacons: Marc Kline & Kelly Spurrier
Greeters: Bob & Marian Long
Gaylon & Lavenia Cornell
Elder: Milt Crutchley
Scripture Reader: Allen Flora
Sound System: Jeff Schaeberle
Nursery Schedule: Laura Rhoderick
Acolyte:
Chimer Schedule: Dick Williams on Sat.
Maddie Martin on Sun.
Welcome Table: Ave Barr & Pat Condo
Coffee Hour: Annual Meeting
SERVING YOU 5/10:
Deacons: Jenna Duranko & Chris Baker
Greeters: Jack Stush & Audrey Rayfield
Larry & Alice Hatch
Elder: Cliff Barr
Scripture Reader: Cliff Barr
Sound System: Mike Sexton
Nursery Schedule: Kelly Heuting
Acolyte:
Chimer Schedule: Maddie Martin on Sat.
Matt Hueting on Sun.
Welcome Table: Pat Hevner & Kevin
McKinley
Coffee Hour: Linda Coyle
Ministers - All the People of Evangelical Reformed Church
Rev. Dr. Barbara Kershner Daniel, Senior Pastor ([email protected])
Rev. Dr. Gerry Hanberry, Interim Associate Pastor ([email protected])
Rev. Fred Wenner, Pastor Emeritus
Kim Sexton, Associate for Children’s Ministry ([email protected])
Alison E. Shafer, Organist & Choir Director
Tricia Coffey, Head Chimer & Young Spirit Choir Director
Nancy Doll, Bell Choir Director
Marj Menchey Bernstein, Children’s Choir Director
Kristen Niehoff, Finance Manager
Kris Ricci, Office Administrator ([email protected])
Bud Rossig, Facilities Manager
Sharon Wells, Nursery Attendant
1st Supper – April 24, 2015