Worship Service - Abyssinian Baptist Church

Worship Service
October 4, 2015
“To all those who enter here, be thoughtful, be silent, be reverent. Before the service, speak to
God. During the service, let God speak to you. After the service, speak to others.”
9:00 AM
11:00 AM Reverend Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III
Prelude
9:00 AM
11:00 AM James Davis, Jr., Organist
Call to Worship
Leader:
Have you not known? Have you not heard? Our God is the everlasting
God, creator of the ends of the earth.
People: Our God does not grow faint or weary, and has understanding
that is unsearchable.
Leader:
Our God gives power to the faint and strength to the weak.
People: Even the young will faint and grow weary, and fall exhausted.
Leader:
But there is a promise to those who wait on God.
People: Our strength shall be renewed. We shall mount up with wings like
eagles. We shall run and not be weary. We shall walk and not
faint.
All:
Teach us, dear God, how to wait. Amen.
The Lord’s Prayer
Processional
“O For A Thousand Tongues to Sing”
#184
Invocation and Chant
Responsive Reading
“Patience” Old Testament
Gloria Patri
Prayer and Choral Response
#36
Anthem
9:00 AM
11:00 AM
The Cathedral Choir
“My Soul’s Been Anchored in the Lord” arr. Moses Hogan
Soloists: Timothy Allen, Tenor and Pamela Babb, Soprano
Pastoral Emphasis
Scripture
Meditation
9:00 AM
11:00 AM
The Cathedral Choir
"Changed” Walter Hawkins
Soloist: Samantha McElhaney, Soprano
Sermon and Invitation
Invitational
Offertory:
9:00 AM
11:00 AM Offertory Sentences & Selections
The Cathedral Choir
"My Mind’s Made Up" Darius Brooks
Doxology
Offertory Prayer
Recessional
“Revive Us Again”
#569
Benediction and Amen
Postlude
WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES AND NEW MEMBERS CLASS SCHEDULE
Sunday Morning Praying Band meets Sunday Mornings - 7:00 AM
Sunday Morning Bible Study - 8:45 AM
Mid-Week Manna Worship Service - Wednesday Evenings - 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
NEW MEMBERS CLASS SCHEDULE
Classes meet on Sundays at 8:30 AM in the Blue Room
Class #1
Class #2
Class #3
Class #4
At the Cross: Jesus and Salvation - October 4h
Faith Foundations: Baptist Polity and Practices - October 11th
The Abyssinian Baptist Church: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow - October 18th
Giving God Our Best: Worship & Stewardship - October 25th
Westward, Ho! – AbyWEST Campaign Moves Forward
The AbyWEST -- 3.0 in 24 Mo!
Campaign is well underway. We are
very grateful to the membership for
their support of our effort to build a
$12MM educational center. Following
our initial appeal, more than 40% of
our members responded to the plea
to make a supporting pledge. We are
making
progress
toward
the
achievement of our goal to raise
$3mm in 24 months. Thanks to your
generous support we are one-third of
the way there.
Heed the Call – Make Your Pledge Today!
100% Member Participation Requested
For those who have not made a pledge, there is
no time like the present. Our goal is to attain
100% participation from our members. Pledge
cards are available in the church elevator lobby
and at Abyssinian.org via the “AbyWEST” icon.
Your completed pledge card can be left at the
front desk in the Trustee mailbox. With your
help
our goal to raise $3mm in 24 months will
be realized.
Thank you for your continued support!
Dedicated to “the Worship of God and the
Service of Humanity”…
MINISTRY EVENTS
The Abyssinian Medical Ministry will meet following today’s
9:00 AM worship service in the Medical Room.
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The Sister-to-Sister Book Ministry is currently reading Gil Scott-Heron’s memoir,
"The Last Holiday.” The Ministry meets next on Saturday, October 10th, 10:00
AM in The Fellowship Hall.
The Mattie Fletcher Powell–Satellite Ministry sponsors a Fall & Winter
Clothing Drive. For the entire month of October (Oct. 1-31), MFP-Satellite Ministry
will collect gently used clothing to benefit children of Abyssinian House Shelter.
Donations are greatly appreciated and should be placed in designated boxes in Vestry
and around Abyssinian church.
THE ABYSSINIAN INSTITUTE FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
The Abyssinian Institute for Christian Education (AICE)
FALL 2015 SESSIONS
Noon-Day Bible Study | 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM | Fellowship Hall
Instructor: Minister Rashad Moore
October 5, 19, 26
November 2, 9, 16, 23
December 7, 14, 21, 28
Young Adult Bible Study | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Vestry
Instructor: Reverend Reginald Bachus & Minister Rashad Moore
October 19
November 16
December 21
Brotherhood Bible Study | 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Fellowship Hall
Instructor: Reverend Reginald Bachus & Minister Rashad Moore
October 26
November 9, 23
December 14, 28
Sisterhood Bible Study | 7:00 – 8:30 PM
Instructor: Reverend Itang Young
October 26
Fellowship Hall
November 9, 23
Vestry
December 14, 28
Vestry
2015 MEN’S WEEK OF SERVICES
SPECIAL EVENTS
In 1955, Emmett and his cousin, both from Chicago, went to visit their family in
Money, Mississippi. According to several versions, Emmett whistled at a white woman
and others say he grabbed her hand and asked for a date; other reports indicate that
all he said was "bye, baby" as he left the store. Myths, lies and misinformation
abound.
This play explores the impact of the brutal murder of Emmett Till and the powerful
ripples of change that transformed America but also introduces a young boy whose
vibrant personality and charismatic disposition always left a wrinkle in your forehead
and a smile on your face, and that is what will be forever missed.
Presley Aghimien
Dupe Ajayi
Barbara Alberty
Ivy Anderson
Abrea Armstrong
Sheela Aspinall-DeBrecourt
Paul Bailey, Jr.
Cathy Bell
Delcenia Bennett
Dayanara Bermudez
Delores Blake
Jewel Bletcher
Sheila Boston Robinson
Monique Bourgeois
Cheryl Bradford
Paul Brady
Pamela Bray-Bilal
Michelle Breland-Starling
Dana Brooks
Karlene Brown
Robert Brown
John Brown
Elijah Brown
Kelly Browning
Delores Buford
Rubye Bulluck
Ernestine Burgess
Yolanda Burns
Cheryl Burr
Tracey Butler
Alexander Butts
Ranard Caldwell
Claire Callender
Ariel Carter
Janee' Carter
Nina Caudle
Connie Hagans- Murray
Howard Hall
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Raquelle Chavis
Edythe Cherry
Melvin Chestnut
Kenneth Collins
Joyce Conoly-Simmons
Paul Cooke
Mattie Copeland
Olinka Crusoe
Charles Davis
Ruby Davis
Cheryl Deshong-Williams
Alfred Dowdy
Sheila Dozier
Sherri Duchenne
Drunia Duvivier
Leon Eastmond
Kapri Edwards
Emaan England
Magdala Fabre-Mathieu
Rubey Finch
Skye Fisher
Dahyo Florio
Mary Flowers
Dionne Fraser
Joe Funnye
Marian Gambrell
Tramel Garner
Gerard Garvin
Christopher Gates
Sondra Gay
Phyllis Gbedemah
Sheena Gordon
Rosalyn Graves
Angela Green
Beverlee Greene
Mikell Green-Grand
Margaret Layne-Fields
Tracy Leary
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Miles Hamilton
Dina Harden-Butts
Kathryn Harrell
Kimberly Harris
Audrey Harris
Hal Harris
Kyira Harris
Yvette Henderson
Thelma Horne
Sharon Howard
Margaret Hurst
Winifred Jackson
Carolyn Jarvis
Pamela Jasper
Dolores Jeffries
Artie Jeffries
Jacqueline Jenkins
Thomas Johnson
Jerill Johnson
Annie Johnson
James Fletcher Johnson
Glendora Johnson
Mamie Johnson
Eva Jones
Veronica Jones
Louise Jones
Brenda Jones
Dennis Jordan
Imani Keelen
Vernelle Keller
Adrinda Kelly
Nichole Kirtley
Trilbi Knight
Angela Lago
Danielle Lamar
Angel Lau
Denise Lawson Williams
Linda Layne
Natalie Perkins
Quintanna Perry
James Peterson
Sophia Phillips
Prince Quarcoo
Denise Quarles-Forsythe
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Danielle Lee
Jack Lee, III
Kalyca Lee-Johnson
Antonia L'Homme
Viola Lilly
Briana Lindsey
Edward Lloyd
Ernest Lyles
Gloria Mabry
Sandra Maldonando-Jackson
Michael Marion
Digna Marte
Lenny Martin
Paola Martinez
C. Vernon Mason
Karla Maston
Algie Mayfield, Jr.
Patricia McDaniel
Alton McDowell
Sophia McIntyre-Daniel
Belinda McKenzie
William McKenzie
Afiya McLaughlin-Johnson
Ruby McNeil
Tiffany Meriweather
Runeda Miller-Gerald
Charles Mitchell
Johnny Mitchell
Marie Moore
Claudia Moore-Hamilton
Yvette Morrell-Lewis
Charles Morris
Mamie Norman
Marilyn Oliver
Nathan Palmer
Yvonne Pannell
Katherine Parsons
Violet Payne
Marsha Streeter
Kelly Taffe
Nicole Taylor
Hildred Temple
Reginald Thomas
Marie Thomas
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Charles Quarterman
Christopher Queen
Deborah Ragin
Tina Redwood
Gwenette Reese
Rometta Rice
G. Edwin Robinson
Caryn Rodgers-Feimster
Neanda Salvaterra
Yvonne Sawyer
Ayanna Scoggin - Thomas
Carl Scott
Ahmad Simmons
Patricia Simmons
Gwyned Simpson
Faye Smith
Roxanne Smith
Jayne Smith
Virginia Smith
Angela Agard Solomon
Edward Sonds, Jr.
Sharon Spencer
Cieja Springer
Deirdre Stanley Massiah
Ellena Stone-Huckaby
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Jeffery Thomas
Tracey Thomas, Sr.
Brenda Thompson
Kyra Thompson
Robert Thompson
Virginia Thorpe
Zan Turner
Wilma Valentin
Chasity Vega
Ronny Versey
Cynthia Wade
Robin Walton
Christine Whack
Bernard White
Saundra Wilkins
Christine Williams
Darryl Williams
Gregory Wrench
F. Dianne Young
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WE | WORSHIP EXPERIENCE
The WE registration process has been streamlined!!! Online registration helps
to establish better recordkeeping, and it's easy and quick! Just follow 5 easy steps
below to register each child online:
1. Visit www.abyssinian.org
2. Click LEARN
3. Click Core Classes
4. Click Register for Sunday School
5. Complete registration form & Click SUBMIT
For more information or assistance with
online registration contact: Min. Pamela D.
Mason, 212.862.7474 ext. 204 or
[email protected].
YOUTH
F.I.Y.A.H. (Freely Inspiring Youth to Achieve and Hope) is Abyssinian’s Christianbased youth program, designed to inspire students in grades 1-12. The program seeks
to empower youth to holistically engage in reaching their achievements and hopes for
the future, while building strong identities in Christ. Sign your student up today!
FAITH & FIYAH
SET IT OFF!
Youth Bible Study
HOT TOPIC
DISCUSSIONS
Fridays
6:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Ages 13-18
Sunday Edition
11 am Worship Service
Wednesdays
5:30 PM
Pre-Teen: Grades 6-8
FIYAH POWER
Academic Enrichment
& Tutoring
Tuesdays
3:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Ages 5-18
Fridays - 6:00 PM
Teen: Grades 9-12
REGISTER TODAY!
Contact Reverend Itang H. Young, Youth Minister
Via Email: [email protected] or 212.862.7474 x 220
In Person: The Abyssinian Baptist Church Lobby
HEALTH & WELLNESS
The Abyssinian Health Ministry
"Let's Knit Together and Crochet Group" sponsors
a trip to
2015 Sheep and Wool Festival
Saturday, October 17th
7:30AM Depart Abyssinian
4:30 PM Depart Festival
Activities include:
Food & Beverage Sampling | Loom Weaving
Fiber Arts Demonstration | Yarn from Around the
World Wool Spinning | Face Painting | Petting Zoo
Llama Parade | Angora Goat Show | Sheep/Lamb
Shearing
This is an opportunity to learn about wool, crafts, and workmanship. You don’t have
to knit or crochet to enjoy this fun-filled day as there will be many food vendors, crafts,
and artisans on the beautiful Dutchess County Fair Grounds. Admission is $35 for
adults, and $20 for children. Tickets available in Church Lobby after service.
Black Joy is…Aby Fit!
Abyssinian Fitness Class is Back! It’s time to get Aby Fit!
Take your body, mind, and spirit on a journey of developing and creating a healthier
lifestyle. Bring water, a towel, a mat, and let’s commit to keep our lives healthy.
Tuesdays | 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Frederick Samuel Center | 660 Lenox Avenue
Classes begin Tuesday, October 5, 2015
Facilitated by Ethel Calhoun, Certified Personal Trainer
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Good Grief! Abyssinian’s Grief & Bereavement Support Group provides assistance to
those coping with loss. Co-facilitated by Deacon Dr. Henry McCurtis and Deaconess
Dr. Sydney Bush, the group meets bi-weekly Tuesdays, 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM. Preregistration is required. Contact Reverend Itang H. Young, 212.862.7474, ext. 220.
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The Center of Care and Advocacy (CCA) Ministry, formed under the leadership
of our Pastor, Dr. Calvin O. Butts III, is comprised of licensed clinical trained social
workers committed to providing social service referrals and advocacy for the
Abyssinian congregation and Harlem community. CCA operates in the Blue Room
every Thursday 7 PM to 9 PM by appointment only. To make an appointment, contact
CCA via email at [email protected], or call and leave a message, at 212.
862-7474 ext. 505.
ABYSSINIAN FOOD PANTRY
“
For I was hungry and you gave me something to eat, I was thirsty and
you gave me something to drink” Matthew 25:35a NIV
Last year, The Abyssinian Baptist Church Food Pantry Ministry serviced
2,084 families. We are thankful to those who were generous in donating food
items to the church’s Food Pantry. As we strive to continue this work, we solicit
your in-kind donations of the following non-perishable items:
• Canned Salmon • Macaroni
• Canned Tuna
• Rice
• Dry Beans
• Mashed Potatoes
• Cereal
• Spaghetti & Spaghetti Sauce
• Soup
• Canned Milk
• Canned Vegetables
Donations accepted every day during hours of operation.
For more nformation, contact 212.862.7474, Ext. 225
BABY BLESSINGS
Baby Blessings take place on the 2nd Sunday in 11:00 AM Service. Baby Blessing
Classes are held monthly on the third Wednesday, 6:00 PM in the
Nursery. Next Class: Wednesday, October 21st. Parents who wish to have their child
blessed must attend this class. To register call Church office, Ext. 216.
WEDDINGS
Considering marriage? Recently engaged? If you plan to have your nuptials at
Abyssinian, call 212.862.7474, ext. 216, to check the availability of the church, and arrange
pre-marital counseling. You must also schedule an appointment with the
Wedding Coordinator, Tamieka L. Jones, at “A Perfect Setting Inc.,” 800-4512951, or send email to: [email protected]
PRAYER REQUESTS
Prayer Request forms are available at the Ushers’ station at back of Sanctuary’s
center aisle, and online at www.abyssinian.org/connect/prayer-requests/. The Praying
Band meets Sundays at 7:00 AM in the Vestry for prayer, praise and testimony.
Contact Deacon Charles Small for more information.
ARTS & CULTURE
The Altino Brothers Present "Beyond Boundaries" at Carnegie Hall
Dynamic Haitian-Born piano duo, The Altino Brothers will make their Carnegie Hall
debut alongside the 100+ voice Altino Brothers Chorale, the Oakwood University
Aeolians and special guest artists. Taking place TODAY, Sunday October 4th at
7:30 PM. Purchase $30-$110 Tickets online at www.carnegiehall.org or call 212-2477800.
The new inventive play, BARBEQUE, proves family can be a bigger vice than any
other addiction, runs now through November 1st at The Public Theater (425 Lafayette
St.). A world premiere by Obie winner, Robert O'Hara, the play features Kim
Wayans (In Living Color) in her NY stage debut, and Kent Gash (Miss Evers' Boys)
directs. Tickets $30 with code BBQ30 (reg. $60), call Public Theater Box Office
212.967.7555. For discounts or groups of 10+, contact Marcia Pendelton, 646.467.7393
or [email protected].
The New York Philharmonic presents IN THEIR FOOTSTEPS: GREAT
AFRICAN AMERICAN SINGERS AND THEIR LEGACY. Curated and hosted
by internationally renowned bass-baritone Eric Owens. Thomas Wilkens, Conductor.
In this evening of powerful music combined with historical footage and special
interviews, NYP celebrates four African American legends: Marian Anderson, William
Warfield, Betty Allen, and George Shirley. Wednesday & Thursday, Oct 14 & 15, 7:30
PM, David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center, 65 th & Broadway. Tickets just $30 with code
Footsteps30. For tickets and more information, call 212.875.5656 or visit nyphil.org.
St. Paul’s Chapel Concert Series
presents
A Special Organ Recital Series
featuring
Abyssinian Member
Dina Foster-Osbourne
Tuesday, October 13th
6:00 PM
St. Paul's Chapel, Columbia University
1160 Amsterdam Avenue at 117th Street
Doors open 5:45 PM
Free Admission
APARTMENTS FOR SENIORS & DISABLED
The waiting list is now open for ECHO Apartments at 1050 Amsterdam Avenue, NY,
NY 10025 (at 112th Street) for individuals and couples age 62 and older. Info and
Applications:
http://www.phippsny.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/09/Application-andFact-sheetFinal2015.pdf. Application deadline is October 9, 2015.
APARTMENTS FOR RENT IN BROOKLYN:
 One bedroom apartment in Bedstuy for $1,600 per month
 Two bedroom garden apartment in Bedstuy for $2,300 per month (negotiable)
 Two bedroom apartment in Crown Heights for $2,000 per month
All newly renovated!! For more information contact 917-257-6210.
COMMUNITY
UNITED MISSIONARY BAPTIST ASSOCIATION
ANNUAL SESSION
Convening at Mount Nehoh Baptist Church
1883 Seventh Ave. & 144th Street
Sunday, October 4th | 6:00 PM – The Annual Session Concert
Monday, October 5th | 7:00 PM – Parent Body – Rev. Dr. Johnnie M. Green
Tuesday, October 6th | 9:00 AM – Nurses Auxiliary – Rev. Dr. Fred Burrell
7:00 PM – Laymen’s Auxiliary – Rev. Frank Hawkins
Wednesday, October 7th | 7:00 PM – Usher’s Auxiliary – Rev. James Kilgore
Thursday, October 8th | 9:00 AM – Morning Women’s Auxiliary
2:15 PM | Women’s Afternoon
7:00 PM | Moderator Rev. Carl L. Washington, Jr. 2 nd Annual Address
Friday, October 9th | 10:00 AM – Business Period
 President & Committee Reports
 Historian Report - Brother Walter Powell
 Ordination Committee – Rev. Dr. Johnnie G. McCann
 Time & Place – Rev. Dr. Gloria Bradshaw
12:00 PM – Doctrinal Seminar, Rev. Dr. Allen Paul Weaver
4:30 PM - Ministers Wives & Widows Auxiliary – Rev. Wayland Williams
7:00 PM – Associate Ministers’ Auxiliary – Rev. Dr. Herman Washington
PULPIT FLOWERS
Courtesy of Saundra Parks | 212.633.9000
ABYSSINIAN
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
212.368.4471 | adcorp.org
SERMON NOTES
Take personal notes while listening to the Word of God
Date:
Sermon Title:
Biblical Text:
Points to Note:
THE ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH OFFICERS
Gerald Barbour
Eleanor E. Olive
Alexis Thomas
Patricia Proctor
Sheila S. Boston Robinson
Chairman, Board of Deacons
Chair, Board of Deaconess
Chair, Board of Trustees
Treasurer
Church Clerk
MINISTERIAL STAFF
Reginald L. Bachus
Itang H. Young
Rashad R. Moore
Associate Pastor
Assistant Minister for Youth
Ministerial Intern
James Davis, Jr.
C. Anthony Bryant
Director, Music Ministries & Fine Arts
Minister of Music for Youth
Ext. 203
Ext. 220
Ext. 212
MUSIC MINISTRY
Ext. 261
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
Finance
Building, Grounds & Maintenance
Ext. 245
Ext. 244
WORSHIP SERVICES
Sunday
7:00 am
9:00 am
9:00 am
9:00 am
9:15 am -11:00 am
11:00 am
2nd Sunday
11:00 am
3rd Sunday
9:00 & 11:00 am
4th Sunday
11:00 am
5th Sunday
11:00 am
Wednesday
7:00 pm
The Praying Band
Bible Class
Sunday School
Worship Service
WE Youth Worship Experience
Worship Service
Babies Blessed
Communion/Right Hand of Fellowship (11 am)
Baptism
Youth Day
Mid-Week Manna
THE ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH
132 Odell Clark Place • New York, NY 10030 | 212.862.7474 (T) 212.862.3255 (F)
www.abyssinian.org