NEW SEASON KICK-OFF OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION Wednesday

Worship Service
HOMECOMING SUNDAY
Babies Blessed 11:00 AM
September 13, 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 am
11 am
Reverend Dr. Calvin O. Butts, III
Prelude
9 am
11 am
Leader:
People:
Leader:
People:
“Allegro Maestoso” from Symphonie No. 3 Louis Vierne
Nathaniel Gumbs, Guest Organist
Call to Worship
How good and how pleasant it is when all God’s children get together!
I was glad when they said to me, “Let us go into the house of the Lord.”
In this hour of worship, we unite as family bound in Christian love. May our
efforts be blessed and our fellowship strengthened as we embark on a new
season in ministry.
No matter where go, how far we venture, it is always good to know that we
can come home! We give God praise on this Homecoming Sunday! AMEN.
The Lord’s Prayer
Processional
"All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name”
#292
Invocation and Chant
Responsive Reading
“Black Family”
#81
Gloria Patri
Prayer and Choral Response
Anthem
9 am
11 am
The United Voices of Abyssinian
“It Pays to Serve Jesus” arr. Nathan Carter
Soloist: Larry Hylton, Tenor
The service of Jesus true pleasure affords,
In Him there is joy without an alloy;
'Tis heaven to trust Him and rest on His words;
It pays to serve Jesus each day.
It pays to serve Jesus what'er may betide,
It pays to be true what'er you may do;
'Tis riches of mercy in Him to abide;
It pays to serve Jesus each day.
It pays to serve Jesus, it pays everyday,
It pays every step of the way;
Though the pathway to glory may sometimes be drear,
You'll be happy each step of the way.
Though sometimes the shadows may hang o'er the way,
And sorrows may come to beckon us home,
Our precious Redeemer each toil will repay;
It pays to serve Jesus each day.
Pastoral Emphasis
Scripture
Liturgical Dance Ministry
Meditation
9 am
11 am
The United Voices of Abyssinian “Something About God’s Grace” Charles Nicks
Soloist: Scherley Broun, Soprano
Sermon and Invitation
Invitational
Offertory
Offertory Sentences & Selections
9 am
11 am
The United Voices of Abyssinian
“Wade in the Water” Darin Atwater
Soloist: Charlotte Small, Mezzo-Soprano
Doxology
Offertory Prayer
Recessional
“We’re Marching to Zion”
#590
Benediction and Amen
Postlude
“Toccata on Great Day!” arr. Adolphus Hailstork
WORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Sunday Morning Praying Band assembles Sunday mornings at 7:00 AM.
Sunday Morning Bible Study meets at 8:45 AM.
Mid-Week Manna Worship Service - Wednesday evenings 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
HOMECOMING SUNDAY
#BLACK JOY
In times like these, our strength is found in our moments of joy. In the
midst of challenges we face, Black Joy enables us to endure! Black Joy is
praise in the sanctuary, dancing in the street, children playing, and a
village filled with life and love. Black Joy! The world didn’t give it. The
world can’t take it away.
MINISTRY HARVEST FAIR
Are you a new or existing member of Abyssinian? Would you like to become more
actively involved in the life of your church? We invite you to attend the Annual
Ministry Harvest Fair TODAY, after the 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM worship services, in
front of the church. Come take advantage of opportunities to learn more about
Abyssinian’s wide-ranging ministries, including:
MUSIC & FINE ARTS
Worship God through artistic expression.
Music Ministry • Liturgical Dance
HOSPITALITY & SERVICE MINISTRIES
Set a pleasant tone for all who enter Abyssinian’s doors.
Media Ministry (Bookstore) • United Ushers • Welcome & Hospitality
HERITAGE & CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Grow in knowledge and understanding of faith and history.
Abyssinian Institute for Christian Education • Archives & History
Monday Afternoon Bible Class • Sunday School
HEALTH & WELLNESS
Live a healthy and spiritual life.
Health Ministry • Good Grief (Grief & Bereavement)
LEADERSHIP & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Lead and manage from a spiritual place.
Black Teachers Who Care • Credit Union • Scholarship Ministry
SOCIAL CONCERNS & MISSIONS
Help eradicate the social, economic, & political problems that prevent us from reaching our full
potential in God.
Adam Clayton Powell Memorial • American Baptist Women
The Center for Care & Advocacy • Exodus • Food Pantry
Laura B. Thomas Family Circle • Mattie Fletcher Powell Satellite
Ministry of Christian Social Concern • Missionaries
FELLOWSHIP MINISTRIES
Connect with other members of the Abyssinian family.
Brotherhood • Joshua Ministry • Love & Marriage
Men’s Ministry • Women’s Ministry • Young Adults (Ages 21-39)
YOUTH MINISTRIES & PROGRAMS
Worship and empowerment for young people
Blue Nile Rites-of-Passage • Junior Ushers • Parent Ministry
Youth Council • Youth-On-The-Move • Youth Ministry
CONGREGATIONAL & FAMILY LIFE
Connect, serve, and support others in their various walks of life.
Floral Circle • Pastor’s Aid Society • New Members (NEXT)
Sunday Morning Praying Band
MID WEEK MANNA SERIES
The art of storytelling is as old as human history. One example of
storytelling is the parable. The parable, which was Jesus’ preferred
teaching method, is a simple story on the surface, but hidden beneath
the surface are layers of life lessons and applications. There are over 30
recorded parables of Jesus in the bible ranging from The Good Samaritan
to The Prodigal Son.
This Midweek Manna Series will explore the scriptures to uncover the
hidden treasures of Jesus’ parables. Come out each week, and join in
powerful worship and preaching.
ABYSSINIAN ANNUAL GOLF FELLOWSHIP
CALLING ALL GOLFERS!
The Annual Reverend Dino Woodard Golf
Fellowship will take place on Tuesday, September 22,
2015 at Saint Andrews Golf Course. Tee Time is 8:30
AM. Special thanks to our hosts, Aby members Al and Pat
Zollar. To RSVP, and for further details, contact
212.862.7474, ext. 216.
The Abyssinian Baptist Church Board of Trustees
presents its second financial seminar on
PROSPERITY | FINANCIAL LEADERSHIP | STEWARDSHIP
SUNDAY, OCTOBER 4TH
Following 9:00 AM & 11:00 AM Worship Service | Vestry
Join us for an informative session with Janna Nanwerk, Financial
Planner from Mass Mutual Financial and Lori Singer, Estate Lawyer
from Moses & Singer LLP on:
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Financial Management
Charitable Giving
Estate Planning
Options & Techniques for Giving
For more information contact 212.862.7474, ext. 216.
MINISTRY EVENTS
The Archives and History Ministry conducts four 75-minute church history tours
on the following dates:
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Friday, September 18th | 7:00 PM
Saturday, September 19th | 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM
Sunday, September 20th | 1:30 PM (Limited to 15 people)
Tours meet on the Vestry stage and begin promptly at appointed time. Abyssinian
members and non-members are invited to join us in exploring the rich history of
Abyssinian Baptist Church. All those interested should sign up at today’s Ministry
Harvest Fair table or at the Elevator Lobby Desk.
MINISTRY LEADERS MEETING
Thursday, September 17th | 6:30 PM in the Vestry
All Abyssinian Ministry Leadership (Chairs and Co-chairs) are asked to attend
this very important first meeting of the 2015 fall/2016 winter season.
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Brotherhood Bible Study
ABYSSINIAN INSTITUTE FOR CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
The Abyssinian Baptist Church
Institute for Christian Education (AICE)
Invites you to the
NEW SEASON KICK-OFF OF
CHRISTIAN EDUCATION
Wednesday, September 18th | 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
The Abyssinian Baptist Church Fellowship Hall
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Blessed, Blended & Broken Families
Tuesdays | September 22nd and 29th; 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Instructor: Reverend Reginald L. Bachus
As we continue to highlight Abyssinian’s #blackjoy themed months, September
has been identified as the celebration of Black families’ month. Aligned with
this theme is the AICE workshop -- Blessed, Blended, and Broken Families. This
two week workshop will explore several biblical models of families in an
attempt to extract valuable insights for managing complex family arrangements
of the 21st Century. Topics addressed include:
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What does the bible identify as the key ingredient for a blessed family?
How can we nurture a healthy environment for blended families?
How do families transition from “broken” to whole?
Workshops are open to all families and youth above age of 13.
For more information, contact Minister Pamela D. Mason at 212.862.7474, ext. 204 or
[email protected].
WE | WORSHIP EXPERIENCE
ONLINE REGISTRATION
This year, the WE registration process will be streamlined. Online registration helps to
establish better recordkeeping. It's easy and quick!
Following are 5 easy steps for online registration of each child:
• Visit www.abyssinian.org
• Click LEARN
• Click Core Classes
• Click Register for Sunday School
• Fill out registration form
• Click SUBMIT
For assistance with online registration or more information contact Minister Pamela D.
Mason at 212.862.7474, ext. 204 or [email protected].
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 24months.
Thanks to your
generous support we are one-third of
the way there.
Heed the Call – Make Your Pledge Today!
100 Percent 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”…
ABYSSINIAN FOOD PANTRY
In 2014, The Abyssinian Baptist Church Food Pantry
Ministry serviced 2,084 families. We remain thankful to those
who have been generous in donating food items to the church’s
Food Pantry. As we strive to continue this work, we solicit your inkind donations of the following non-perishable items:
• Salmon
• Macaroni
• Tuna
• Rice
• Dry Beans
• Mashed Potatoes
• Cereal
• Spaghetti & Spaghetti Sauce
• Soup
• Canned Milk
• Canned Vegetables
Donations accepted every day during hours of operation. For information, contact
212.862.7474, ext. 225.
NEW MEMBERS CLASS SCHEDULE – Classes meet at 8:30 AM in Blue Room
Class #1 At the Cross: Jesus and Salvation - Sunday, October 4th
Class #2 Faith Foundations: Baptist Polity and Practices - Sunday, October 11th
Class #3 The Abyssinian Baptist Church: Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow - Sunday, September 20th
Class #4 Giving God Our Best: Worship & Stewardship - Sunday, September 27th
Note: New Members Classes are not offered in the month of August. Classes resume on
Sunday, September 6, 2015.
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, September 16th. 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]
ABY AFFILIATE NEWS
ARTS & CULTURE
Soul Night Events presents: Generation Bridge Summer White Ball, Saturday,
September 19, 2015. Man of the evening honoree is Reverend Dr. Calvin O.
Butts, III who will receive the top honor for inspiring generations beyond the pulpit
sphere.
Event to benefit Abyssinian West.
Get tickets now at
http://www.soulnightevents.com.
Limited number of VIP tables available for early
purchase.
AMAZING GRACE, A new Broadway musical about the story behind the beloved
hymn features Tony Award winner Chuck Cooper and Tony nominee, Josh Young.
Previews now running June 25 at the Nederlander Theatre, 208 W. 41st St. Use code
AAC1 and save up to 35% off regular ticket prices. Orch/front mezz $85 (reg. $139),
Mid Mezz $65 (reg. $98). For tickets: www.ticketmaster.com, 877.250.2929,
Nederlander Theatre Box Office. For groups of 12+ contact Marcia Pendelton, Walk
Tall Girl Productions, 646.467.7393, [email protected].
HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES
For Rent: A lovely one bedroom, one bathroom apartment in a central
Harlem Brownstone. This beautiful apartment has a kitchen, living room, dining area,
hardwood floors and ample closet space. Conveniently located next to restaurants,
shops, and many forms of transportation. Available September 1st. Rent is $1800. To
view/apply for this apt. contact 646-526-1119.
JOB TRAINING & EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES
New York City Parks Computer Resource Centers serve over 6,000 New
Yorkers per week at 32 locations with over 500 open access hours per week and over
200 creative workshops, classes and certification opportunities at 24 locations! Join a
class for free by calling 212.255.3066 or emailing [email protected] for general senior,
adult and youth programming.
Contact [email protected] for teen
programming.
SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
For the opportunity to win a scholarship, American
Baptist Women ages 17-35 are invited to submit
original essays up to 200 words that answer “Who is
the Ruth or Deborah in your life?” This contest is
inspired by Judson Press “Sisters of Scripture: Mentors
in Womanhood” by Billie Montgomery Cook. Cook,
along with representatives from American Baptist
Women’s Ministries and Judson Press, will judge the
contest. The grand prize winner will receive the Elva S.
Riggins scholarship of $1000. The first runner up will
be awarded a $500 scholarship. Winning essays will be
showcased on judsonpress.com, abwministries.org,
billiemcook.com, and other related social media sites.
Rules, requirements, and entry information at
https://sistersofscripturemnw.wordpress.com.
PULPIT FLOWERS
Courtesy of Saundra Parks | 212.633.9000
ABYSSINIAN DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION
212.368.4471 | adcorp.org
SERMON NOTES
Make 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
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
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
Wednesday
7:00 pm
Mid-Week Manna
THE ABYSSINIAN BAPTIST CHURCH
132 Odell Clark Place • New York, New York 10030 | 212.862.7474 (T) | 212.862.3255 (F)
www.abyssinian.org