P r eachtree oad

Peachtree Road
United Methodist Church
November 16, 2014
Twenty-Third Sunday After Pentecost
The Season After Pentecost, also called Ordinary Time, begins the day after Pentecost
and ends the day before the First Sunday of Advent. The first Sunday after Pentecost
is Trinity Sunday and the last Sunday is the Sunday of the Reign of Christ or Christ
the King. The season also includes All Saints and Thanksgiving. Paraments, stoles, and
banners may show a variety of color, texture, and symbols in Ordinary Time.
-Adapted from the United Methodist Book of Worship, published by The United Methodist
Publishing House, Nashville, Tennessee, 1992.
Peachtree Road United Methodist Church
3180 Peachtree Road Northwest . Atlanta, Georgia 30305 . www . prumc . org
Main / 404 . 266 . 2373 . Pastoral Care Emergency / 404 . 419 . 7591
Morning Worship
November 16, 2014 . 8:45 & 11:15 am
the gathering
Carillon Prelude
Opening Voluntary
Praise and Thanksgiving
Sally Westmoreland
Dale Wood
(1934-2003)
† At the sound of the bells, please prepare
your hearts and minds for worship.
The Choral Introit
H. Hamilton Smith
(Twentieth Century)
He shall rule from sea to sea and from the river to the ends of the earth. Alleluia!
Psalm 71:8, 11
Daniel 7:14
Praise and Thanksgiving
At the Procession*
Hymn 715
Rejoice, the Lord Is King
Darwall’s 148th
Invocation*
Adapted by Leslie Lyons Watkins
From Genesis 1:12, 26-28 and Psalm 96:11-12
Minister: Let the heavens be glad, and let the earth rejoice!
People: Let the sea roar, and let the field exclaim!
Minister: The trees of the forest will sing for joy!
People: God cares for all of God’s creation.
Minister:
When God began to create the heavens and the earth, the earth was
without shape, and it was dark over the deep sea while God’s Spirit
swept over the face of the waters.
People: God created everything and called it “good.”
Minister: God created humanity in God’s own image to take charge and to
take care of the earth, the plants, and the animals.
People: From the smallest seed to the largest tree, from the smallest atom
to the largest continent, God calls upon us to care for our good
world.
Minister: It is our responsibility and great joy to care for our world.
People: Help us, Oh God, to care for our world, to protect all animals, to
secure safe drinking water for all, to reduce our energy use, and to
advocate for the protection of the earth and its resources.
Amen.
Litany for Creation Care Sunday*
Ritual of Christian Fellowship*
**
† The people are seated.
Sacrament of Christian Baptism (11:15 am)
Response: With God’s help we will so order our lives after the example of Christ, that
this child (these children,) surrounded by steadfast love, may be established in the faith
and confirmed and strengthened in the way that leads to life eternal.
Prayer of Dedication
Hymn
Tune: Stuttgart
Child of blessing, child of promise, baptized with the Spirit’s sign; with this water God
has sealed you unto love and grace divine.
Children’s Moments with the Minister
Hymn 147
All Things Bright and Beautiful
(stanza one)
Royal Oak
All things bright and beautiful, all creatures great and small, all things wise and
wonderful, the Lord God made them all. Each little flower that opens, each little bird
that sings, God made their glowing colors, and made their tiny wings. Refrain
Concerns and Celebrations of the Congregation
We welcome each of you to this service! Please register your attendance on the
Ritual of Christian Fellowship. Let us know if you are new, would like to become a
member, or are interested in more information about Peachtree Road. We pray that
this time together will be a blessing in your life.
Pastoral Prayer
The Lord’s Prayer
proClamation of the word
At the Offertory,
Hymn 92*
Prayer*
For the Beauty of the Earth
(stanzas one, two, five, and six)
Dix
Anthem
God that madeth earth and heaven
arr. David Thorne
(b. 1950)
God that madest earth and heaven, darkness and light; who the day for toil hast given,
for rest the night. May thine angel guards defend us, slumber sweet thy mercy send
us, holy dreams and hopes attend us this livelong night. Guard us waking, guard us
sleeping and, when we die, may we in thy mighty keeping all peaceful lie; when the
last death call shall wake us, do not then, our God, forsake us, but to reign in glory
take us with Thee on high.
Reginald Heber
Richard Whatley
The Parish Choir (8:45 am)
A Psalm folksong
Edwin Penhorwood
(b. 1939)
The Lord’s my shepherd, I’ll not want: He makes me down to lie in pastures green; he
leadeth me the quiet waters by. My soul he doth restore again; and me to walk doth
make within the paths of righteousness, e’en for his own name’s sake. To walk the
paths of righteousness. E’en for his own name’s sake. Yea, though I walk in death’s dark
vale, yet will I fear no ill, for thou art with me, and thy rod and staff me comfort still.
Yet I’ll fear no ill. Thy staff comfort me still. My table thou hast furnished in presence
of my foes; my head thou dost with oil anoint, and my cup overflows. Goodness and
mercy all my life shall surely follow me: and in God’s house for evermore my dwelling
place shall be.
based on Psalm 23
The Chancel Choir (11:15 am)
At the Presentation,*
Hymn 95
Tune: Old Hundredth
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Him, all creatures here below; praise
Him above, ye heavenly host; praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen.
The Lesson
Genesis 1:26-31
† following the reading
Minister
The Word of God for the people of God.
PeopleThanks be to God!
SermonWe Are Thankful…For the Beauty of the Earth
Response to the word
Invitation to Christian Discipleship
At the Invitation,*
Hymn 77
How Great Thou Art
Stuart K. Hine, 1953
sending forth
Benediction*
Peace*
Minister
People
The peace of the Lord be always with you.
And also with you.
Response*
May the Lord, Mighty God, bless and keep you forever. Grant you peace; perfect
peace, courage in every endeavor. Lift up your eyes and see His face and His grace
forever. May the Lord, Mighty God, bless and keep you forever.
Choir and Congregation
Closing Voluntary
Allegro, Concerto in F Major
G F. Handel
(1685-1759)
* Stand as you are able.
** Ushers will seat all those who are waiting.
Please turn off all pagers, cellular phones and similar devices while in the Sanctuary.
Hearing devices and large print hymnals are available through our usher teams.
Following the service, Stephen Ministers are available in the chapel for prayer and support.
Please Welcome to our Church Community These Children Being Baptized Today:
Hunter Reid Barge, born April 15, 2014, son of Libby and Brooks Barge; Charlotte Leigh Gilfedder,
born April 27, 2014, daughter of Kimberly and Brent Gilfedder; and Whitmire Allen Jett, born June 19,
2014, son of Mallory and John Jett.
The Flowers on the Altar are Given to the Glory of God
In Loving Memory of: Holland Boyd Wright, Dr. Gary Morgan Wright and Tom Wright by Mildred
Wright and Dr. and Mrs. Keller Carlock and Family.
In Honor of: Nancy and Ben Tarbutton and Betty and Jean Mori, by Anne, John, Rankin and John Mori.
In Celebration of the Wedding of: Britton Parker and Jason Ruckman.
Altar Flowers: If you would like to make a donation in honor or in memory of a loved one, please contact
Linda Schutte at 770.329.2075.
Preaching:
Rev. Bill Britt, Senior Minister
Genesis 1:26-31
Liturgists:
Rev. Karla Otroszko Daniel, Associate Minister, Rev. Lindsay Geist, Deacon, Rev. Leslie
Lyons Watkins, Associate Minister, Rev. Julie Wright, Associate Minister
Music:
Scott H. Atchison, Director of Music and Organist, Nicole Marane, Associate Director
of Music and Associate Organist, The Parish Choir, The Chancel Choir
Holy Communion
Moore Chapel, 9:00 am
Rev. Darren Hensley, Deacon
Jeremy McElroy, Assistant Organist
New Traditions
Heritage Hall, 11:15 am
Rev. Thomas Martin,
Associate Minister
Sundays @ 5
Moore Chapel, 5:00 pm
Rev. Bill Britt,
Senior Minister
Dakin Andone, Worship Leader
For information on upcoming worship services please visit www.prumc.org.
Announcements . November 16, 2014
Complete details at www.prumc.org. Join us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter.
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Today
Harvest Sunday
Christmas Missions Market!
Today, 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, Fellowship Hall
Join us at our international gift market today! Come
shop for beautiful handcrafted items selected by
our mission teams, and gourmet food items by
PRUMC’s top chefs! All proceeds benefit PRUMC
Christmas outreach.
The Gathering of Family
Next Sunday, November 23, 2014
Creation Care Earth Fair!
Today, 9:30 am - 11:30 am, Fellowship Hall
Enjoy delicious local food while you learn more
about eco-theology and ways to care for God’s
good creation. Sign up for PRUMC Creation Care
projects, analyze your carbon footprint, and visit
with native animals from Wildlife Wonders!
Dogwood Gift Shop: Visit, Shop, Volunteer!
Sun 9:30 am - 1:30 pm | Mon 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Wed 10:00 am - 6:00 pm. Beautiful holiday items
now at the Dogwood! 100% of the proceeds go
towards PRUMC’s mission work. To help during the
holidays, contact [email protected].
Faith, Business and the Environment Forum
Today, 10:00 am, C106
Industry pro and consultant Jim Hartzfeld shares
an inspirational message on Creation Care Sunday.
Thanksgiving Turkey Drive
Help provide a low income family with Thanksgiving
Dinner this year. $10 provides a turkey and $20
provides an entire meal! Use the card in today’s
bulletin or donate online at www.prumc.org.
UMKF - Movie Night!
Today, 5:00-6:30 pm, Meet in Heritage Hall
3rd, 4th, and 5th graders enjoy faith, food and
fun with your church friends! $10 includes pizza
dinner. Register at www.prumc.org.
Help Us Reach Our Pledge Goal
Thank you to all those who have made your pledge
to the church’s 2015 Operating Budget. Pledging
helps us create, grow and maintain our ministries
– from worship to outreach, from children to older
adults, from prayer to song. Pledging also keeps
the air, heat, lights and water on. For questions
or to discuss your pledge, please contact Louisa
Mouchet at 404.240.8233 or [email protected].
2015 Operating Budget Goal
$5,719,798
Pledges Received Thus Far
$3,504,302
Amount Remaining
$2,215,496
Harvest Sunday Festival Worship
8:45 & 11:15 am, Sanctuary
Join us as we come together as a church family to
give thanks for our many blessings. We will hold
festival worship in the Sanctuary with a special
message and music. We will also welcome new
members into our church family on this day. For
information on joining the church, contact Mimi
Brunson at 404.240.8221 or [email protected].
The Blessing of Grace Hall
10:00 am, (formerly) Fellowship Hall
On this morning, we will meet for a special blessing
of our foremost gathering space. Please plan to be
a part of rededicating our fellowship hall to that of
“Grace” in memory of Grace Crum Rollins, and in
honor of her family.
Harvest Sunday Congregational Luncheon
11:00 am - 1:00 pm, Grace Hall
Celebrate a wonderful day in the life of our church
– it’s Thanksgiving at Peachtree Road! Our menu
features turkey and gravy, dressing, sweet potato
casserole, cranberry sauce, Joy’s special brussel
sprouts, dessert. $9/$5/$25.
Music & Arts
The Great Tree Lighting
Sunday, November 30, 5:30 pm, Sanctuary
Children and Youth choirs kick off the season with
music, the lighting of the Chrismon Tree, then
cookies, cocoa and live jazz in the Fellowship Hall!
Carols by Candlelight
Sunday, December 7, 5:30 pm, Sanctuary
Experience the Christmas Story told through music
and narration at a joyful sing-a-long for all ages,
combining English and Australian traditions.
The Many Moods of Christmas
Sunday, December 14, 5:30 pm, Sanctuary
The Chancel Choir, Georgia Boy Choir and Festival
Orchestra help celebrate the 25th year of our
Christmas classic! Tickets available November 23.
Christmas with The Georgia Boy Choir
December 19 & 20, 7:00 pm, Sanctuary
For tickets, visit www.georgiaboychoir.org.
Local Outreach / Volunteer
Students & Confirmation
Christmas Kindness December Outreach
Christmas Kindness offers a dignified way for
Atlantans in need to share the joy of Christmas. We
make available toys, coats, hats, gloves, household
items and bath products. Volunteers needed
December 6-10 to assist our clients and help wrap
gifts. Volunteer at www.prumc.org or visit our
table today outside the Sanctuary.
Wreath & Garland Delivery and Pick-up
Sunday, December 7, 3 Shifts Available
Help get wreath and garland orders to the
congregation. Sign up in the Youth Lounge.
Our 43rd Habitat for Humanity Build
Saturdays through December 6, 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Help us finish building a home for a deserving
family through Atlanta Habitat! Details and
registration at www.prumc.org.
Student Christmas Outreach Project
Sunday, December 7, 5:00 pm, Youth Lounge
Help stuff stockings for the UM Children’s Home.
Global Missions
Dogwood Shop Volunteers Needed
Friendly folks needed to help for the holiday
season! Contact Wendy at [email protected].
Upcoming Global Mission Trips & Events
For more information contact Anne French at
404.240.8205 or [email protected].
Dec 28 Family Mission to Nicaragua
Feb 1 Georgia Meeting, 10:00 am
Feb 26 Kenya Mission Trip
Apr 11 Nicaragua Mission Trip
May 22 Georgia Mission (2 week)
May 29 Georgia Mission (1 week)
The Great Tree Lighting
Sunday, November 30, Meet at 5:00 pm in the Café
Snacks, music and Chrismon tree lighting!
Student Christmas Party
Friday, December 12, 7:00-8:30 pm, Youth Lounge
Wear your tackiest sweater and bring a gag gift!
Ski Trip Registration & Deposits Due
Don’t miss this great weekend in Snowshoe, WV!
Deposits are due now. Forms in the Youth Lounge
and at www.prumc.org. Save the date for our Ski
Trip Meeting – Sunday, January 11, 9:00 am in the
Youth Lounge.
Young Adults
SPM Christmas Brunch
Sunday, December 14, 10:00-11:00 am
Celebrate Christmas with your PRUMC friends.
Brunch, fellowship and special guest speaker,
Rev. Jasmine Smothers. RSVP at www.prumc.org.
Children & Parents
Advent Workshop is NEXT Sunday!
Sunday, November 23, 4:00-6:00 pm, FH
Fellowship, food, fun and crafts galore to kick
off the Advent season! We’ll make gingerbread
houses, Advent wreaths, pompom Christmas
trees, and button wreaths! Register at www.prumc.
org, and bring children’s hats, gloves and scarves
for outreach. $20 per family, (plus $6 per person
for Willy’s food truck – optional.) For questions
or to volunteer, contact Martha Christopher at
404.240.8243 or [email protected].
Christmas Eve Nativity Pageant
Rehearsals: December 14, 9:45 am & 12:15 pm
Angels, shepherds, sheep, manger animals,
innkeeper and wisemen are needed! Ages 4 (as of
09/01/14) through 5th grade may participate in our
Christmas pageant. Contact Martha Christopher at
404.240.8243 or [email protected].
PRUMC Boy Scout Meetings
Tuesdays, 7:30 pm, 3905 Powers Ferry Road
Troop 467 is temporarily meeting at the American
Legion Post on Powers Ferry Road.
50 Plus
Holiday Lights at the Atlanta Botanical Garden
Tuesday, November 18, Depart 5:30 pm, $30
Spectacular lights at our beautiful in-town gardens!
RSVP to 404.240.8332 or [email protected].
Thanksgiving Luncheon
Wednesday, November 19, 12:00 pm, FH
Hosted by Kauffman Tire for all those over 50.
Entertainment by our very own Pops Choir! RSVP
by calling 404.266.2373, ext. 344.
Outer Banks NC Tour: Legends, Lights and Lore
Deposit Due Monday, December 15, 2014
Tours include famous lighthouses, wild horses,
Wright Brothers, Lost Colony, gardens and
aquarium. For complete details and cost, contact
Julie Wright at 404.240.8203 or [email protected].
Ruth’s Chris House & Centennial Park Lights
Tuesday, December 2, 5:00 pm departure, $55
Enjoy our annual dinner then stroll the park to
enjoy the lights and Sky Wheel (optional.)
Welcome!
Welcome to Peachtree Road United Methodist
Thank you for worshiping with us today! We are grateful for your presence and invite you to participate in our
worship, program and service life here at Peachtree Road. Our hope is to make a warm, caring community
that you can call home. To keep up with PRUMC events, services and more we invite you to visit us at
www.prumc.org, find us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter. You may also sign up to
receive our weekly E.newsletter by using the red pads in the pews.
Calendar
Come Worship
Today
9:00 am
9:00 am
10:00 am
5:00 pm
Christmas Missions Market
Creation Care Earth Fair
Environment Forum
UMKF Movie Night
Nov 18
5:30 pm
50+ Botanical Garden Lights
Nov 19
12:00 pm
50+ Holiday Luncheon
Nov 23
8:45 & 11:15 am 10:00 am
11:00 am
4:30 pm
Harvest Sunday Worship
Worship in Sanctuary (only)
Blessing of Grace Hall
Thanksgiving Luncheon
Advent Workshop
Nov 26
Church Closes at 2:00 pm
Nov 27-28
Thanksgiving - Closed
Education for all ages is held at 10:00 am each
Sunday. Please ask an ambassador for more
information.
Nov 30 5:30 pm
Great Tree Lighting
(No Sundays @ 5)
Information and registration for events, programs,
services and small groups can be found online at
www.prumc.org.
Dec 6-10
Christmas Kindness Shop Open
Dec 7
5:30 pm
Dec 12
5:00 pm
Wreath and Garland pick-up
Carols by Candlelight
(No Sundays @5)
Student Christmas Party
Dec 14
9:45 am
10:00 am
12:15 pm
5:30 pm
Nativity Rehearsal (for 4pm svc)
SPM Christmas Brunch
Nativity Rehearsal (for 6pm svc)
Many Moods of Christmas
Reception to follow. (No Sundays @5)
Dec 19/20
7:00 pm
Georgia Boy Choir Christmas
Dec 24
12:00 pm
4:00 pm
6:00 pm
8:00 pm
10:30 pm
Christmas Eve
First Communion
Family Candlelight & Pageant
Family Candlelight & Pageant
Lessons & Carols
Lessons & Carols, Communion
Try one of our many worship offerings! The hour
you spend here will help you refocus and refresh
your faith, which will carry you through the week!
8:45 am
Traditional Worship
9:00 am
Holy Communion
11:15 am
Traditional Worship
11:15 am
New Traditions
11:15 am
Worship & Praise
5:00 pm
Sundays @ 5
If You Are New
Childcare is available in our nursery for children
ages 6 weeks to 2 years each Sunday.
The Choir always welcomes new members!
Contact Scott Atchison at [email protected].
Visitor and New Member Orientation classes
offer information on the church, small group
opportunities, Methodism and more. To learn
more, please contact Mimi Brunson at 404.240.8221
or [email protected].
Special Membership Day
Harvest Sunday | November 23, 2014
Have you been visiting Peachtree Road? If so, we
invite you to become a member with others joining
on this Special Membership Day! You may:
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Transfer from another Methodist church
Transfer from another denomination
Join for the first time on Confession of Faith
For more information please contact Mimi Brunson
at 404.240.8221 or [email protected].