Promises, Promises

Third Sunday in Lent March 11, 2012 Calvary Baptist Church Washington, DC

The People of Calvary Baptist Church Gather for THE WORSHIP OF GOD
March 11, 2012 PRELUDE Third Sunday in Lent Verset in A Minor from Heures mystiques, Op. 30
Wayne L. Wold (b. 1954)

11:00 a.m. Matthew Daley

WORDS OF WELCOME CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP My Life Flows On

Amy Butler Sanctuary Choir

HOW CAN I KEEP FROM SINGING

To read the words, see hymn 619, verse 2. HYMN OF PROCESSION Lead On, O Cloud of Presence
LANCASHIRE

No. 633

CALL TO WORSHIP Edgar Palacios We are gathered in the presence of God, who asks us to choose between life and death, blessing and curse. We are gathered like the people of Israel, who were challenged to choose the way of life. Like them, we often follow the ways of death. Yet, like them, we have the freedom each day to begin anew by the grace of God. By our presence here, we choose life once more. Let us praise the God of love and life who has called us to this place! INVOCATION Edgar Palacios

PASSING THE PEACE OF CHRIST Edgar Palacios La paz del Seor sea contigo. Y contigo tambin. The peace of the Lord be with you. And also with you. CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Make us one, Lord, make us one; Holy Spirit, make us one. Let your love flow so the world will know we are one in you. (repeat) A CALVARY MOMENT WITH CHILDREN Andi and Trey Sullivan

MUSICAL MEDITATION Rameen Chaharbaghi Lass dich nur nichts nicht dauern from Zwlf Geistliche Lieder (Twelve Sacred Songs)
Max Reger (18731916)

Let nothing indeed make you endure grief; Be at peace! If God ordains it, may my will accept it. Why worry today about tomorrow? God stands for all; He also gives you what is yours. In all your dealings be without whim--stand firmly! That which God decides is and means the best. Amen. Congregation standing Page numbers refer to Sanctuary Bibles

THE WORD OF GOD Hebrew Lesson (p. 58) Psalter, No. 731

Exodus 20:117 Psalm 19

Jason Smith Rameen Chaharbaghi Amy Butler

Epistle Lesson (p. 938) 2 Corinthians 1:1825

Gospel Acclamation Rameen Chaharbaghi Praise to You, Lord Jesus Christ Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. It was written: Zeal for your house will consume me. Jesus said: Destroy this temple and in three days I will raise it up. Praise to you, Lord Jesus Christ. adapted from John 2 Gospel Lesson (p. 863) John 2:1322 This is the Gospel of Christ. Thanks be to God. SERMON Promises, Promises: I Will Be Your God Amy Butler
Leo Nestor (b. 1948)

Amy Butler

SERVICE OF CONFESSION AND PRAYER Call to Confession Rock of ages, cleft for me, let me hide myself in Thee: let the water and the blood from thy wounded side which flowed, be of sin the double cure save from wrath and make me pure.

Jason Smith

Augustus M. Toplady, 1776

Prayers of the People and Lords Prayer Jason Smith 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. Lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen. Assurance of Pardon Congregational Response Rock of Ages, Cleft for Me
TOPLADY

Edgar Palacios No. 214

SERVICE OF GIVING Invitation to Give and to Serve Musical Offering Thy Perfect Love
John Rutter (b. 1945)

Amparo Palacios Lpez Sanctuary Choir No. 47

Hymn of Dedication Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow

OLD HUNDREDTH

Praise God from whom all blessings flow Praise God, all creatures here below Praise God above, ye heavenly hosts Creator, Christ, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

Prayer of Dedication

Amparo Palacios Lpez Amy Butler No. 565

INVITATION TO DISCIPLESHIP Hymn of Invitation If You Will Trust in God to Guide You
WER NUR DEN LIEBEN GOTT

During the Hymn of Invitation, we invite you to come forward if you would like to make a public commitment to Christ or wish to join our family of faith.

Welcoming New Members We give thanks that you have been guided by the hand of God to this community of faith. We pledge to love each other and to work to grow into the fullness of Christ together. Amen. BENEDICTION CHORAL BENEDICTION God Be in My Head
Rita E. Landrum

Amy Butler Sanctuary Choir

During the season of Lent, we exit worship in silence. Go in peace.

Audio enhancement devices and Spanish/English Bibles are available for use during worship. Please ask an usher for assistance. Following worship, please join us in Woodward Hall, located to the left as you exit the Sanctuary, for fellowship and refreshments. Visitors, we look forward to greeting you as honored guests.

The readings for March 18, Fourth Sunday in Lent, are Numbers 21:49; Psalm 107:13, 1722; Ephesians 2:110; John 3: 14-21. REMEMBER IN PRAYER The Antrainor family, friends of Katie and Ryan Harvey; Eloise Brunnemer, great aunt of Cheryl Branham; Cristina Chacn; Brenda Fahey, sister-in-law of Karla Fahey; Sandra Harvey, aunt of Ryan Harvey; the family and friends of Anguela Jafari, the mother of Natalie Barrens-Rogers best friend, who died Friday, March 2; the Lorand and Ziyad families, friends of Meara Dietrick; Pierre Mathieu, friend of Paul Rosstead; Martha McDonald; Betty Mein; the Needham family, friends of Josh Keller; Paul Rice; Dee Robbins (contact the church office for current address); Dr. Nadia Sarafova Fortunova, mother of Liubov Russell; Brian Simpson, friend of Soren Dayton; Doris Vermilya; Hugh R. Williams IV, great-nephew of Harold Ritchie. A SPECIAL GIFT has been made to the Music Fund in memory of Flora Alexander by Edna Burneston. WORSHIP PROMISES, PROMISES Through Lent, we are exploring the idea of covenant: What promises do we make to God? What promises does God make to us? Join us as we consider spiritual disciplines and reflections of Lent, and as we discover the promises we make with God in our lives.

TODAY JOURNEY: A THINKING FAITH SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASS Through Lent we will continue our study of Lenten sermons preached by Barbara Brown Taylor. Join us at 9:45 a.m. in Kendall Hall as we continue this study through the season of Lent. SANCTUARY CHOIR If you love to sing, Sanctuary Choir is for you! Join us Sunday mornings at 10:00 a.m. for rehearsal in the Sanctuary, then stay on to sing with us in worship. All are welcome! MUSIC FOR KIDS Were back! Kids of all ages, grab a snack after worship, then come to the Music Suite, 12:301:00 p.m., for movement, singing and fun. Cheryl Branham leads Music for Kids each Sunday during Lent. Remember families, these sessions prepare us to sing in worship on Palm Sunday, so stick around and join us each Sunday afternoon! BOARD OF TRUSTEES meets at 12:30 p.m. in the Library. CALVARY STITCH ALONG meets today in Kendall Hall, at 12:30 p.m. FESTIVAL CHOIR Looking for a Lenten discipline thats also a great way to celebrate resurrection? Easter Festival Choir is for you! Join us in rehearsals, 1:003:00 p.m. in the Music Suite; childcare is available on G1. We rehearse throughout Lent, then sing in worship on Easter Day. Youth and adults are welcome! Contact Cheryl Branham for information. AUDIT COMMITTEE meets in Pauls office following the Board of Trustees meeting. COMING UP 150TH ANNIVERSARY COOKBOOK As we celebrate 150 years of breaking bread together at Calvary Baptist Church, we are working on a cookbook filled with our favorite recipes, as well as favorites from Calvary cookbooks of years past. If you have a recipe to share, an old Calvary cookbook, or if youd like to join the cookbook team, talk with John Duffell, duffell@gmail.com. Submissions are due ASAP! CALVARY PRESENTS FRIDAY MORNING MUSIC CLUB Noontime concerts are free and open to the public, each Friday in the Chapel. HOLISTIC HEALTH PROJECT Join us every Friday from 6:30-8:30 p.m. in the Teen Room (G3) as we learn about proper nutrition, exercise and spiritual development for a holistic approach to a healthy life. Contact Pastor Edgar Palacios for details. MORGAN CARUTHERS ORDINATION COUNCIL will meet next Saturday, March 17, at 9:00 a.m. in the Library. PRAYERS FOR PEACE Join us next Sunday, March 18, in the Chapel for a reception at 5:00 p.m. followed by a service of prayers at 6:00 p.m. We will pray for the end of organized crime and gang related violence, and for the respect of the moral and physical integrity of all human beings around the world, focusing on the United States, Mexico, and Central America. See Pastor Edgar for details.

RACHEL JOHNSONS ORDINATION COUNCIL will meet Saturday, March 24, at 9:00 a.m. in the Library. SERVICE OF REMEMBRANCEMEMORIES OF MARTY AUMAN April 1, 12:30 p.m. in the Chapel LOVE LETTERS Calvarys Diaconate has started a new initiative. Getwell, sympathy, birthday and thinking of you cards are available in Woodward Hall each Sunday, ready to sign or add a personal note. Look for the table and add your name to a love letter from Calvary. WE NEED YOU ON THE USHERING TEAM Are you looking for a way to welcome visitors and meet more Calvary members? Perhaps you're interested in volunteering, but don't have time to spare? Serving as an usher might be the perfect match for you! Ushering is fun and easy, and with enough volunteers requires a commitment only once monthly. To volunteer as an usher or to learn more, contact Courtney Rice, courtney.rice@gmail.com. CALVARY SMALL GROUPS, SPRING 2012 THEOLOGY ON DRAFT, Tuesday nights, 6:30-8:00 p.m. at Asian Spice, 8th and H NW, discussing The Lords Prayer. Contact Pastor Leah. WEDNESDAY NIGHT WORDS, a Lenten series called Breaking the Fast, meets Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. in G319. Contact Pastor Amy. CALVARY STITCH ALONG, meets one Sunday each month. Our next meeting will be, Sunday, April 15, in the Library, 12:302:00 p.m. THEOLOGY AND POP CULTURE meets tonight Sunday, March 11, with more West Wing and discussion at the Vaughn-Butler home. YOUNG ADULT GROUP Happy Hour, Thursday, March 15. Email Myra, myra.ann.houser@gmail.com or Rachel, rnoelj@gmail.com. ANOTHER SMALL GROUP? Is there a topic you want to explore? Maybe youd love to host a group in your neighborhood? Were always creating new groups around here. If youre dreaming up a small group, contact Pastor Leah and lets make it a reality! We are an ecumenical, multi-racial, multi-ethnic Christian body that reaches out to the world with the Good News of Jesus Christ. To that end we strive to be welcoming, responsive, trusting and prayerful in everything we do.
CHURCH STAFF Cheryl Branham, Director of Music (cbranham@calvarydc.org, ext. 136) Amy Butler, Senior Pastor (abutler@calvarydc.org, ext. 121) Leah Grundset, Associate Pastor (lgrundset@calvarydc.org, ext. 142) Saw Ler Htoo, Missionary, Burmese Community (lerhtoo@hotmail.com, ext. 104) Al Jeter, Supervisor of Maintenance (ajeter@calvarydc.org, ext. 128) Edgar Palacios, Associate Pastor of Education (epalacios@calvarydc.org, ext. 103) Paul Rosstead, Church Administrator (prosstead@calvarydc.org, ext. 127) Jason Smith, Ministry Assistant (jsmith@calvarydc.org, ext. 133)

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