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“Founded in 1924 in the belief that there is more that binds us together than separates us in the worship of God.”

2.2.2020

CHAPEL SERVICE 8:30 A.M.

C2 SERVICE (COMMUNITY HALL) 10:00 A.M.

SANCTUARY SERVICE 10:00 A.M.

WELCOME

Recognizing the wide welcome offered to all through Jesus Christ, Community Church opens its arms to all. We strive to offer Christ’s wide welcome to all people, regardless of creed, age, race, or sexual identity.

We invite you to join our congregation in worship and in membership, as we allow our lives to be shaped by the loving outreach of Christ.

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*Please rise in body or spirit. Bold text indicates congregational participation.

Please refrain from applause during worship until invited.

Families are asked to check-in children Pre-K through 5th

grade in Commotion prior to the start of worship to participate

in Sunday school. Sunday school will take place at 10:00 a.m.. All children participating must be checked in and out of

Commotion. Families are always welcome to worship together in the service.

Nursery care available during our 10:00 a.m. worship services.

Our service is live-streamed via internet, capturing the chancel & the congregation and may appear on social media.

THE GATHERING OF THE PEOPLE PRELUDE Prelude in G Major (BWV 541) Andrew R. Galuska, organ

Johann Sebastian Bach COMMUNITY WORDS Rev. David W. Johnson WELCOME AND INTRODUCTION OF REV. DR. ANNA V. COPELAND Stephen M. Higgins, Moderator

CHIMING OF THE HOUR

CALL TO WORSHIP AND OPENING PRAYER (Sanctuary) Elaine A. Matthes *PROCESSIONAL HYMN AND ENTRANCE OF THE CHRIST LIGHT “Joyful, Joyful, We Adore You” HYMN TO JOY

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*LITANY Melany Crawford

One: God offers us grace, the gift of unmerited love, welcoming us to a future we cannot yet see. All: We respond with our committed presence to God’s incredible love. One: God gives us the Spirit of prayer to surround and sustain us through every season. All: We offer our hope-filled anticipation for all that God will yet do. One: Together we honor the faithful leadership of those who have gone before us; we celebrate the present as

God chooses us and uses us today; and we open through faith to God’s dream for all that will yet be, by God’s grace. Let us pray…

*UNISON PRAYER OF CONFESSION

Gracious God, often we are awed and frightened by new possibilities. Forgive us when you call us to understanding and engagement with our world and we are afraid to follow. Forgive us when we trust familiar daily patterns and faces. Forgive us when we fail to believe that you plan abundantly for our tomorrows. Amen

*WORDS OF ASSURANCE Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland

*GLORIA PATRI

*PASSING OF THE PEACE

ATTENDING TO GOD’S WORD

ANTIPHONAL READING FROM THE PSALTER Clergy, Cantor, and Congregation

Antiphon: Congregation may join the cantor in singing the antiphon.

Psalm 84 Jill A. Truax

Cantor and Congregation One: How lovely is your dwelling place, O LORD of hosts! My soul longs, indeed it faints for the courts of the

LORD; my heart and my flesh sing for joy to the living God.

Cantor and Congregation One: Happy are those who live in your house, ever singing your praise. Happy are those whose strength is in

you, in whose heart are the highways to Zion. They go from strength to strength; the God of gods will be seen in Zion.

Cantor and Congregation One: For a day in your courts is better than a thousand elsewhere. No good thing does the LORD withhold

from those who walk uprightly. O LORD of hosts, happy is everyone who trusts in you.

Cantor and Congregation

RESPONSE One: May God who commanded light to shine out of darkness enlighten our way today. All: Amen

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READING FROM THE HEBREW SCRIPTURES (Chapel) Rev. David W. Johnson (Sanctuary) Rev. Holly H. Adams

One: God whispers through sacred texts a message to us all. All: We listen with our hearts open and our spirits awake.

Malachi 3:1-4

See, I am sending my messenger to prepare the way before me, and the LORD whom you seek will suddenly come to his temple. The messenger of the covenant in whom you delight - indeed, he is coming, says the LORD of hosts. But who can endure the day of his coming, and who can stand when he appears?

For he is like a refiner’s fire and like fuller’s soap; he will sit as a refiner and purifier of silver, and he will purify the descendants of Levi and refine them like gold and silver, until they present offerings to the LORD in righteousness. Then the offering of Judah and Jerusalem will be pleasing to the LORD as in the days of old and as in former years.

RESPONSE One: These words do not remain in a book or on a pulpit. All: May God’s Sunday words change our weekday lives.

*HYMN OF DEVOTION “Be Now My Vision” SLANE

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READING FROM THE GOSPEL Stephen M. Higgins, Moderator

One: Hear the good news of God with us in Christ. All: Speak Lord, for your people are listening.

Luke 2:22-40

When the time came for their purification according to the law of Moses, (Mary and Joseph) brought (Jesus) up to Jerusalem to present him to the Lord…Now there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; this man was righteous and devout, looking forward to the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit rested on him. It had been revealed to him by the Holy Spirit that he would not see death before he had seen the Lord’s Messiah. Guided by the Spirit, Simeon came into the temple; and when the parents brought in the child Jesus, to do for him what was customary under the law, Simeon took him in his arms and praised God, saying:

“Master, now you are dismissing your servant in peace, according to your word; for my eyes have seen your salvation, which you have prepared in the presence of all peoples, a light for revelation to the Gentiles and for glory to your people Israel.” And the child’s father and mother were amazed at what was being said about him.

There was also a prophet, Anna the daughter of Phanuel, of the tribe of Asher. She was of a great age, having lived with her husband seven years after her marriage, then as a widow to the age of eighty-four. She never left the temple but worshiped there with fasting and prayer night and day. At that moment she came, and began to praise God and to speak about the child to all who were looking for the redemption of Jerusalem.

RESPONSE

One: We hear the Gospel as good news for our lives. All: We claim the Gospel as good news for the world.

ANTHEM “Joy in the Morning” Chancel Choir

Natalie Sleeth

SERMON “Called from the Future” Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland

“There was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon, righteous and devout… There was also a prophet, Anna, who never left the temple,

but worshipped there with fasting and prayer night and day, praising God.”… Luke 2 (excerpt)

Joy, there’ll be joy, there’ll be joy, joy, joy, joy, joy, There’ll be joy, there’ll be joy in the morning. There’ll be joy on that day, There’ll be joy,

There’ll be joy on that day, with the light of dawn, the dark is gone, There’ll be joy, joy, joy.

There’ll be peace, there’ll be peace evermore, There’ll be peace evermore, Ev’ry heart and voice will then rejoice,

There’ll be peace, peace, evermore, And the glory, glory, glory of the Lord will shine, will shine,

And the glory, glory, glory of the Lord will bring the truth divine, There’ll be love, there’ll be love and forgiveness ev’ry where,

There’ll be love ev’rywhere, and the way of the Lord will that day be restored,

There’ll be love, sweet love ev’rywhere.

There’ll be joy, there’ll be joy, there’ll be joy, joy, joy, joy, joy, There’ll be joy in the morning, there’ll be joy on that day, With the bright dawn, night gone, there’ll be joy, joy, joy!

There’ll be peace and contentment evermore, evermore, There’ll be peace and contentment evermore, Ev’ry heart, ev’ry voice will together rejoice,

there’ll be peace, peace, peace. And the glory, glory, glory of the Lord will shine, will shine,

and the glory, glory, glory, of the Lord will bring the truth divine.

There’ll be love and forgiveness ev’rywhere, There’ll be love, there’ll be love ev’rywhere, And the way of the Lord will be restored.

There’ll be love and forgiveness, there’ll be peace and contentment, There’ll be joy, joy, joy, joy, joy!

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THE GREAT THANKSGIVING On Communion Sundays we invite you to put a small offering in the “Deacon’s Fund” envelope (found in the pew racks)

and place in the offering plate. The Deacon’s Fund serves our members who face emergency needs.

UNISON CALL TO OFFERING Melany Crawford

God, we bring these gifts from your generosity in our daily lives into the generosity of our community. In this offering we find ourselves not lessened, but truly wealthy by your provision, and deeply blessed for your service. Amen

OFFERTORY “Deep River” Rachel Carter, soprano

arr. Moses Hogan

SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION

INVITATION TO THE TABLE Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland

CALL TO COMMUNION

One: God be with you. All: And also with you. One: Lift up your hearts. All: We lift them up to God. One: Let us thank God. All: It is good to give God thanks and praise. One: Holy One, we give you thanks for this simple meal which connects us with disciples of long ago and your

children throughout the world. Your love enters our world and lives among us and we taste hope, forgiveness, and a peace that passes all understanding. Send your Spirit of love and power, light and life upon us, and upon these gifts of bread and cup, that they may be for us the source of healing and strength. Risen Christ live in us that we may live in you. Amen

WORDS OF INSTITUTION

No matter who you are or where you are on life’s journey, you are welcome here. Everyone is welcome to share in Holy Communion!

Our Communion wine is non-alcoholic.

Gluten free communion wafers will be on each tray.

SHARING OF THE BREAD AND CUP

DISTRIBUTION MUSIC “Song of the Body of Christ” Congregation and Chancel Choir David Haas

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD’S PRAYER (SUNG)

Our Father which 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, forever. Amen

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DEACON: Melany Crawford MODERATOR: Stephen M. Higgins ACOLYTE: Hugh Thompson III

TODAY WE REMEMBER…

Harold (Mac) McCarthy who died on January 23rd. A service will be held at a later date.

THE FLOWERS TODAY ARE DEDICATED TO THE GLORY OF GOD AND GIVEN… by Sheila Huidekoper in loving memory of her husband, Henry.

Please join us outside Community Hall for refreshments and conversation.

One License A-721401 /CCS-8076

IN WORSHIP TODAY

THE SENDING FORTH

*RECESSIONAL HYMN “God of Grace and God of Glory” CWM RHONDDA

*BENEDICTION Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland

POSTLUDE Rhapsody on “CWM Rhondda” Andrew R. Galuska, organ

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CONGREGATIONAL LIFE

NEXT SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 9TH: The sermon “Light in the Wilderness” will be given by Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland at the 8:30 a.m. Chapel service, the 10:00 a.m. Sanctuary service, and Ecast at the 10:00 a.m. C2 service in Community Hall. All are welcome.

THANK YOU TO OUR GREETERS: A Big Thank You to Gerry Duhaime, Glade Gracey, the Horsley family, Mary Ann Lyle, and the Weise family for warmly welcoming everyone on Sunday!

MEMBERSHIP CONTACT INFORMATION: We ask that you please contact the Church Office if any of your contact information (mailing address, telephone number(s), email address) has changed during the recent past. Please telephone us at 772.562.3633 or email Suzanne Rice at suzanne.rice@ccovb.org. Your help in updating our records will be greatly appreciated.

LABYRINTH WALK: Join us on the first Sunday of each month following the 10:00 a.m. worship services. Guided walks will be available for our labyrinth in the Tabernacle of the Education building. Our next guided walk will be TODAY, February 2nd following the 10:00 a.m. services.

USHERS NEEDED: Want to meet more church members? Here’s how! Become an usher! You will also be helping your church in the process. For more information, please contact Bruce Metcalfe at bmetcalfe@comcast.net or 860.214.5407.

CARING AND SHARING: The Caring and Sharing group, meeting every Tuesday, has evolved into a lively discussion about

the joys and challenges of aging. Refreshments begin at 10:30 a.m. and discussion at 11:00 a.m. in Room 113. Please consider joining us. Any questions, please contact Holly Adams at holly.adams@ccovb.org.

LIFELONG FITNESS CLASSES: Lifelong Fitness classes are held each Monday and Wednesday. Classes are from 9:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. Led by Elaine Matthes, we work on balance, flexibility, strength training, and endurance. All are welcome.

SACRED PAUSE: Please join us on Monday mornings.. We offer “Sacred Pause” at 7:45 a.m. each week in Grace Chapel. Join us for 15 to 20 minutes of guided meditation to focus your day and week.

COMMUNITY CHURCH'S "ANGELS' ATTIC" RUMMAGE SALE: Our fashionistas will be presenting a "Mardi Gras" luncheon, fashion show, and exclusive shopping on Thursday, February 27th at noon. Tickets are $20 and are available at the Church Office. The sale will open to the public on Thursday evening, February 27th from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., and continue on Friday, February 28th from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., and Saturday, February 29th from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Jewelry donations are welcome at any time at the Church Office. All other donation, drop off hours will be Monday, February 24th through Wednesday, February 26th from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and Thursday, February 27th from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Contact Susan Kramer at 772.480.4567 for information or to volunteer.

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COMMUNITY CUP GOLF TOURNAMENT: Save the date for the 12th Annual Golf Tournament to benefit our High School Youth mission trip to Orlando, Florida! This year’s tournament will be on Saturday, March 7th, at Sandridge Golf Club. Registration, continental breakfast, and range practice starts at 7:00 a.m., with tee off at 8:00 a.m. Cost is $125 per person. Sign - up as an individual player or with a foursome. For registration or sponsorship information, visit the Community Cup signup table in the Courtyard, beginning TODAY, Sunday, February 2nd through Sunday, February 23rd or feel free to contact Charlene Applegate at 772.469.2322. Registration forms are available in the kiosks throughout our campus, on the website at www.ccovb.org or through the Church Office.

PERSONAL COUNSELING: Individual or couples counseling for personal anxiety, depression, or relationships, etc. is available at NO cost from Dr. Donald White on Wednesdays. We are fortunate to have this highly qualified professional who is willing to offer his expertise and guidance. Call Suzanne Rice to schedule an appointment at 772.469.2303.

MISSION MINISTRY

MISSION WATCH: INDIAN RIVER HABITAT FOR HUMANITY is part of a global, nonprofit housing organization operated on Christian principles that seeks to put God’s love into action. Habitat provides simple, decent, affordable, energy efficient homes through purchase and renovation of abandoned and/or previously owned homes, new home construction, and neighborhood revitalization projects. Community Church mission dollars help people find a home. Beginning next Saturday, February 8th, Community Church will participate in a home build on the second Saturday of each month. Stop by the mission table for more information and to sign up.

GLOBAL PRAYER PARTNERS: MEXICO. Abi Fate serves with Melel Xojobal, Mexico. Though the official job title is “educadora del calle,” or “street educator,” Melel Xojobal prefers to use the term collaborator, “colaboradora” or “acompañante” (accompanier) to describe what we do. This emphasizes the collaborative nature of our work. We do not teach children, but rather work alongside them in the fight for their right to a safe, happy, and free life. In her first six months working with children in the markets of San Cristóbal, she reports, “I have certainly learned much more than I’ve taught. I have learned responsibility and dedication from older sisters and brothers patiently watching their younger siblings, without complaining or losing focus. I have learned tenderness from the fist bumps, hugs, and kisses on the cheek when I arrive and leave the markets. And I’ve learned patience and acceptance as I speak to them in my imperfect Spanish. The children giggle and correct me when I use the wrong verb tense, and constantly teach me new words, without a hint of judgment.” Prayer: God of love, today, in our beautiful and broken world, we pray for softness. In this world where gentle is often synonymous with weak, and where unfeeling is equated with strength, you bless the poor, the meek, and the merciful. We pray for Mexico, and we pray that we might be good neighbors to our sisters and brothers here – in word, action, and politics. We pray for Melel Xojobal, and that each and every child that comes through this organization feels strong and protected. We pray for the educators that work tirelessly and selflessly to empower and support the children and adolescents of San Cristóbal and the surrounding communities. And we pray that we might really listen to and learn from the children around us, whose voices are tender and too-often silenced. Amen

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ADULT EDUCATION

SATURDAY SEMINAR: Rev. Dr. Allen Hilton. When Jesus said, “Blessed are the peacemakers,” he encouraged his followers to actively build bridges of communication and collaboration with those who differ with them, often in significant ways. Dr. Hilton’s work with “A House United” can teach us important skills and strategies to hear and value each other. Please join us for a Saturday morning seminar in Community Hall on February 15th to learn and practice together. For more information, please contact Rev. David Johnson at david.johnson@ccovb.org. To learn about Allen and his work, visit houseunitedmovement.com.

BIBLE STUDY: Come to learn about sacred texts of our faith, and to let them speak to us in ways that challenge, affirm, comfort, and support us. Participants enjoy learning with and from one another as they gather to discuss this week’s lectionary scripture. All are welcome.

Women’s Bible Study: Tuesday classes are from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. The 11:00 a.m. group is held on Wednesdays. Both classes are led by Rev. Elizabeth B. Johnson and meet in Community Hall East.

Men’s Bible Study: Classes will be held on Tuesday mornings at 7:00 a.m. (donuts and coffee provided) in Community Hall East and will be led by Rev. David W. Johnson.

Monday evening Bible Study: Men and women are welcome to join Rev. David W. Johnson at 6:30 p.m. in the Garden Room for an in-depth study of the text used in worship on the previous Sunday.

COMMUNITY@COMMUNITY: REV. DR. ANNA V. COPELAND, our new interim senior minister, will be with us this Wednesday evening, February 5th for a conversation about Clarifying Life Purpose . This is an opportunity to hear from her in a more informal setting. Join us at 5:15 p.m. for conversation with soup and salad, or at 6:00 p.m. for the program.

CHILDREN AND YOUTH MINISTRY

NURSERY CARE: We offer nursery care (infants - 3 year olds) during the 10:00 a.m. worship services. Parents are asked to please bring their children to the 2nd floor of our Education Building prior to service. Infants - 23 months meet in Rm. 221, and toddlers (2-3 year olds) meet in Rm. 222.

CONFIRMATION CLASSES: Please meet at 11:15 a.m. in the Loft (2nd floor of the Education Building). Today, Doug Johnson will be leading a discussion about sin and separation.

MIDDLE SCHOOL YOUTH GROUP: Youth Group is at a new time! Come and join us from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. for all the same fun, food, and fellowship at a new time! Reminder, youth group now starts at 6:00 p.m. and will end at 8:00 p.m.

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SOUPER BOWL SUNDAY: Community Church Youth have participated in this national campaign against hunger for over 20 years. Souper Bowl of Caring was born from a single prayer: “LORD, even as we enjoy the Super Bowl football game, help us to be mindful of those who are without a bowl of soup to eat.” TODAY, February 2nd after our worship services, our youth will have their soup pots ready to collect for this worthy cause. All of the monies collected will go to support hunger relief in our local community.

MIDDLE SCHOOL LOCK-IN: Attention all middle school youth! The lock-in is here! Our middle school lock-in will be February 21-22, starting at 7:00 p.m. on Friday and ending at 9:00 a.m. on Saturday. All 6th-8th grade youth and their friends are welcome to come. To sign-up or get more details, contact Doug Johnson at doug.johnson@ccovb.org or 772.469.2323.

HS YOUTH: Next Sunday, February 9th at 1:00 p.m., we will meet for appetizers and games at Big Shots Golf. See you there!

MUSIC AND FINE ARTS

CHOIR REHEARSALS: Calling all singers and ringers! No audition is required. All voice types and levels of musical experience are welcomed and encouraged! Chancel Choir rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings at 7:00 p.m. Community Singers rehearsals are on Wednesday evenings at 6:00 p.m. Handbell rehearsals are on Tuesday evenings at 5:00 p.m. For more information, please contact Andrew Galuska at andrew.galuska@ccovb.org or by telephone at 772.469.2306.

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Meet our Interim Senior Minister

Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland

The Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland comes to us from three large UCC churches where she served as Senior Minister for nearly three decades: in Colorado, in the Chicago area, just north of Boston in York, Maine, and most recently as Pastor in Residence in San Miguel, Mexico. She graduated with a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from the University of Nebraska, a Master of Divinity from Yale University Divinity School, and a Doctor of Ministry from Chicago Theological Seminary. Through worship, teaching and writing, she seeks to equip people of faith to think theologically about the world in which we live, to follow the Way of Jesus, and to share God's grace, mercy and peace with all God's people.

Together with her husband Dr. Ellis Copeland, Anna Copeland founded The Copeland Institute of northwest Boulder County in Colorado, a retreat center for deep faith work. She also has served as Trustee for The Chicago Theological Seminary, adjunct faculty for the Chicago School of Professional Psychology, and as a Trustee for The Fund for Theological Education out of Atlanta.

Dr. Copeland has led international mission trips to Mexico, Nicaragua, Guatemala, and Cuba, and faith journeys to Israel, Turkey, and Greece. Avocations for Anna Copeland include wilderness adventures such as a women's' trek in the Arctic Circle, mountain climbing, skiing and kayaking. And…she enjoys experiencing exceptional food and conversation that celebrate the feast of friendship and the feast of life.

The Copelands have five grown children and ten grandchildren. They are thrilled to be here in Vero Beach joining our church family. Please welcome them with the warm hospitality for which we are famous!