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“A house of prayer for all people,

aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God”

The Church at Litchfield Park

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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Pentecost/Graduation Sunday

May 20, 2018 8:00 a.m.

The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.

CHIMES PRELUDE “Jesus Loves Me/Claire de Lune” arr. Marilyn Reimer

Jill Tabata, piano Dedicated to Gwynn and Scott Henline for 30 years of service to our Sunday School

WELCOME, REGISTRATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS PASTORAL PRAYER LORD’S PRAYER

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; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.

CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP “Bless the Lord My Soul” Mark Hayes HYMN “We Have Come to Join in Worship” No. 207

(Verses 1 & 2) PRAYER FOR GRADUATES Rev. Lynne Kammeraad

ANTHEM “Ain’-a That Good News!” William Dawson SCRIPTURE READING John 16:12-15 L: The Word of the Lord. (Page 3) P: Thanks be to God.

SERMON “Realistic Connection” Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. HYMN “Spirit of the Living God” No. 389

(Verses 1 & 2)

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OFFERTORY “How Will They Know?” Natalie Sleeth

Pam Justice, soloist

“DOXOLOGY” No. 815

“Sweet, Sweet Spirit” No. 391 “There’s a sweet, sweet Spirit in this place, and I know that it’s the Spirit of the Lord.

There are sweet expressions on each face, and I know they feel the presence of the Lord. Sweet Holy Spirit, sweet heavenly Dove. Stay right here with us, filling us with Your love. And for these blessings we lift our hearts in praise. Without a doubt we’ll know that we have been revived when we shall leave this place.”

BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE “Spirit Song” Wimber JOHN 16:12-15

“I have much more to say to you, more than you can now bear. But when the Spirit of truth comes, the Spirit will guide you into all truth. The Spirit will not speak on the Spirit’s own; the Spirit will speak only what the Spirit hears, and the Spirit will tell you what is yet to come. The Spirit will glorify me because it is from me that the Spirit will receive what the Spirit will make known to you. All that belongs to the Father is mine. That is why I said the Spirit will receive from me what the Spirit will make known to you.”

CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE)

Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals and bulletins are available for use during services. Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.

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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Pentecost/Graduation Sunday

May 20, 2018 9:15 a.m.

The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.

CHIMES PRELUDE “Jesus Loves Me/Claire de Lune” arr. Marilyn Reimer

Jill Tabata, piano Dedicated to Gwynn and Scott Henline for 30 years of service to our Sunday School BRINGING IN THE LIGHT WELCOME, REGISTRATION AND ANNOUNCEMENTS RECOGNITION Scott and Gwynn Henline SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS Andrea Amavisca Fran Grumbling

Kristen Dailey Ashley Hill Kailie Klein

CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP “Bless the Lord My Soul” Mark Hayes CALL TO WORSHIP L: Welcome dear friends as we gather on this very special Sunday to celebrate Pentecost and the beginning of the church. At the same time, we celebrate the accomplishments of our graduates and the new beginnings in their lives. P: At Pentecost, God gave humanity the Holy Spirit as a connecting point to guide Jesus’ followers, then, now and always. L: On this Graduation Sunday, we connect our hearts to those who are celebrating their accomplishments by praying for them and encouraging them in this new part of their journey. P: May God connect us by the Holy Spirit as we worship today and may we offer our love and support to our graduates now and into the future.

HYMN “We Have Come to Join in Worship” No. 207

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PRAYER FOR GRADUATES Rev. Lynne Kammeraad

L: Let us now pray together the prayer that our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ taught us:

P: 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; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.

ANTHEM “Ain’-a That Good News!” William Dawson SCRIPTURE READING John 16:12-15 L: The Word of the Lord. (Page 3) P: Thanks be to God. SERMON “Realistic Connection” Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. HYMN “Spirit of the Living God” No. 389 OFFERTORY “How Will They Know?” Natalie Sleeth

Pam Justice, soloist “DOXOLOGY” No. 815 “Sweet, Sweet Spirit” No. 391

“There’s a sweet, sweet Spirit in this place, and I know that it’s the Spirit of the Lord. There are sweet expressions on each face, and I know they feel the presence of the Lord. Sweet Holy Spirit, sweet heavenly Dove. Stay right here with us, filling us with Your love. And for these blessings we lift our hearts in praise. Without a doubt we’ll know that we have been revived when we shall leave this place.”

BENEDICTION POSTLUDE “Spirit Song” Wimber

CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE).

Assisted Hearing devices and large print hymnals and bulletins are available for use during services.

Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.

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WE HAVE GATHERED AS A FAMILY OF FAITH Pentecost/Graduation Sunday

May 20, 2018 10:45 a.m.

The Church at Litchfield Park, aspiring to be as inclusive as the love of God, welcomes everyone who comes to the doors of this House of Prayer for all People.

CHIMES

PRELUDE

WELCOME & ANNOUNCEMENTS Rev. Lynne Kammeraad

PRAYER FOR GRADUATES PRAISE OF CONGREGATION “Indescribable” Laura Story

CCLI Song #4403076

“You Never Let Go” Matt Redman CCLI Song #4674166

SPECIAL MUSIC “Lord, I Need You” Matt Maher Grace Stauffer, Soloist

SCRIPTURE READING John 16:12-15 L: The Word of the Lord. (Page 3) P: Thanks be to God.

SERMON “Realistic Connection” Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.

PRAISE OF CONGREGATION “Amazing Love” Billy James Foote CCLI Song #2456623

PASTORAL PRAYER

OFFERTORY “What a Wonderful World” Louis Armstrong Addy Kay Marlow, Soloist

“Indescribable” Laura Story “Indescribable, uncontainable, you placed the stars in the sky and you know

them by name. You are amazing, God. All powerful, untamable, awestruck we fall to our knees as we humbly proclaim. You are amazing, God. You are amazing, God.”

BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE

CONGREGATION PLEASE STAND (AS YOU ARE ABLE) **Assisted Hearing devices and large print bulletins are available for use during the service.

Please contact an usher if you would like to use one of these.

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Announcements for May 20, 2018

HIGH SCHOOL BACCALAUREATE SERVICE TONIGHT

All are invited to a Baccalaureate Service tonight, at 5:00 p.m. in the sanctuary to honor high school graduates. Please come and celebrate this significant achievement and the beginning of a new adventure in the lives of our young people. A reception will be held in Souers Hall immediately following the service.

MEMBERSHIP ORIENTATION TODAY

If you are considering joining our church family or simply want more information about The Church at Litchfield Park, please come to our brief membership orientation in Fireside Room South immediately following the 9:15 service. New members will be received next Sunday at either the 9:15 or 10:45 a.m. service.

SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS

Today we will be awarding four scholarships, $1,000 each to seniors who have been active in community service. Three of the scholarships were funded by the Sandra Willis fund and one was funded by Fran and Virgil Grumbling, in honor of Anne Warkomski. Anne was a champion for higher education and served as chair of the scholarship committee for many years. The recipients will be introduced today at the 9:15 a.m. service. Church members receiving the scholarship are Ashley Hill and Kristen Dailey. Community members receiving the award are Kailie Klein and Andrea Amavisca.

Take time to check out what’s happening… High School Baccalaureate Pulse & Ignite Youth Groups

Membership Orientation Handbells

Scholarship Winners Women’s Fellowship

Vacation Bible School Men’s Fellowship

Welcome Booth

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FREE COMMUNITY

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL REGISTRATION

Registration forms for Vacation Bible School (VBS) are now available in the breezeway and church office. Our theme this year is: “Beach Party – Surfin’ With Jesus”. This week-long ministry will serve children from 3 years old to 5th grade, Monday, June 4, through Friday, June 8, from 6:30—8:00 p.m.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL – HELP NEEDED

Adults and youth are needed for this important ministry to the children in our community. See the sign-up sheets in the breezeway to find a job that matches your talents! There will be an organizational meeting on Wednesday, May 30, from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Dinner and child care will be provided. This is an important meeting to attend if you are planning to help. If you have questions, please contact Pastor Kerri.

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL – DECORATING

All are invited to decorate the campus for Vacation Bible School on Thursday, May 31, from 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Our goal is to turn the campus into a Beach Party! Come with energy, and be ready to have some fun!

PULSE AND IGNITE YOUTH GROUPS

Tonight Pulse and Ignite Youth Groups will meet together at 5:00 p.m. in the sanctuary for the baccalaureate service. Bring your family as we celebrate the high school graduates. Stay for the reception afterwards in Souers Hall.

Pulse and Ignite Youth Groups will celebrate their “Move-Up Night” on Sunday, June 3. If you are going into 6th grade, come and join the Ignite Youth Group (grades 6th-8th) from 4:30 to 5:30 p.m. If you are going into 9th grade, come and join the Pulse Youth Group (grades 9th-12th) from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. This will be a great night to get to know one another. Be prepared to get a little wet!

HANDBELL LESSONS

Lessons for those interested in ringing in our handbell choirs will begin soon. You do not have to be able to read music….you will learn how to do that along with all the techniques used on the handbells. Please contact the church office at (623) 935-3411, or speak with our Bell Master, Marilyn Chandler, if you would like to be included in the fun and joy of ringing this beautiful instrument.

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WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP

CIRCLE 5 will meet for fellowship at 6:30 p.m., Thursday, May 24, at the home of Chris Martin, assisted by Marcy Clement and Mary Cantrell. If you would like to contribute, we are collecting full-sized personal care and toiletry items—hair care products, soap, deodorant, razors and shave cream, lotions appropriate for teenagers—to donate to Homeless Youth Connection. All women are welcome. Please sign up in the breezeway and for directions or questions, please email circle5@clp.church or call the office at (623) 935-3411. CIRCLE 6 will host a meeting on Monday, May 28, for devotions and social time. Come join us! We will meet at 6:00 p.m. at the home of Crissie Jameson in Litchfield Park. Contact Crissie at: wcsfcircle6@clp.church.

CIRCLE 3 will meet for lunch on Wednesday, May 30, at 11:30 a.m. in Pebblecreek Toscana’s board room. There will be no meeting, just a luncheon to get to know one another better. Lunch and conversation. All women are welcome. Contact Circle 3 for directions and/or reservations at circle3@clp.church.

MEN’S FELLOWSHIP

Men’s Fellowship will meet at 7:00 a.m. in Souers Hall on Saturday, June 2. The purpose of the group is to grow closer to God and each other so that we may be used to do God’s will. The meeting will include a delicious breakfast and fellowship. So that we may provide adequate food, we are asking that you sign up in the breezeway between services. For more information please contact the church at mensfellowship@clp.church or (623) 935-3411.

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR WELCOME BOOTH

We are in need of volunteers at the Welcome Booth in the breezeway outside Souers Hall to help greet and welcome first time visitors and to say hello to all in the breezeway. No experience is necessary. Volunteers help at the booth from 8:30–9:10 a.m. and then again from 10:15–10:40 a.m. This is an excellent way to meet new people and make many acquaintances. It is a perfect volunteer opportunity for anyone. If you would like to help, please contact Nana Hamlin at welcome@clp.church or call the church office at (623) 935-3411.

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PREACHING SCHEDULE

Please call the church office at (623) 935-3411 to change or update this list.

May 27 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Worship Service Rev. Lynne Kammeraad

June 3 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Communion Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.

June 10 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Worship Service Rev. Lynne Kammeraad

June 17 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m. & 10:45 a.m.

Worship Service Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr.

MSgt Kristen Allen PFC Cody Fridley MAJ Ryan Maple

LTC Travis Allen Lt Col Mike Gantt SFC Donald S. Montgomery

Col Shawn Anger Lt Col Keith Gempler SFC Lance Otzmann

EO Matthew Barton A1C Robert Grotefend Shirley Parks

Lt Col Joe Bemis CW3 Brian Hall Lt Dan Pauley

Capt Thomas Brougher Sr A Nicholas Hemphill HTFN Deacon Price

TSgt Lysa Busalacchi PVT Andrew Horacek MK1 Robert Rodriguez

SFC Jamil D Bush MAJ Damon Juarez Capt R Jacob Stucky

1st Sgt Christopher Cameron PFC Jay W. Klement, II SSgt Derek Adrian Urban

MAJ Douglas Charters SSgt Tommy Little MAJ Brad Walgren, Chaplain

Capt Taylor Clarke SSgt Ryan McElhaney SFC Margaret Wilson

MSgt Anthony Collier Capt Hank McKibban 2nd Lt Jacob Zalewski

SSgt Zeke Denofsky ************** PFC Daniel Zimmer

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Calendar for the Week of May 20, 2018

Today, 5/20/18 GRADUATION SUNDAY COFFEE FELLOWSHIP – In the breezeway before and after worship INFORMATION TABLE – In the breezeway and in front lawn area before and after worship

8:00 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 8:00 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 9:15 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 9:15 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 9:15 a.m. – PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 6 9:15 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-2

nd grades) in Zieske Hall and Classroom 2

9:15 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (3rd

-5th

grades) in Zieske Hall and Classroom 4 10:45 a.m. – WORSHIP SERVICE in Sanctuary 10:45 a.m. – NURSERY (Newborn-2 years old) 10:45 a.m. – PRE-K SUNDAY SCHOOL (3-4 year olds) in Classroom 6 10:45 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (K-2

nd grades) in Zieske Hall and Classroom 2

10:45 a.m. – SUNDAY SCHOOL (3rd

-5th

grades) in Zieske Hall and Classroom 4 4:30 p.m. – BOY SCOUT TRP#99 GREENBAR in Watt House 5:00 p.m. – BACCALAURATE SERVICE in Sanctuary 7:00 p.m. – BOY SCOUT TRP#99 COURT OF HONOR in Souers Hall

Monday, 5/21/18

12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House

Tuesday, 5/22/18 12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House

7:00 p.m. – DEACONS MEETING in Souers Hall

Wednesday, 5/23/18

12:00 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House 6:45 p.m. – CHANCEL CHOIR REHEARSAL in Choir Room

Thursday, 5/24/18

6:30 p.m. – CIRCLE 5 off site

7:30 p.m. – ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS in Watt House

Friday, 5/25/18

1:00 p.m. – WOMEN’S FELLOWSHIP KNITTING/CROCHET GROUP in Zieske

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Cover Photo ~ Alberto Hernandez

ASSISTING IN WORSHIP TODAY

SENIOR PASTOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr. ASSOCIATE PASTOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Lynne Kammeraad ASSOCIATE PASTOR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rev. Kerri Sandusky MUSIC DIRECTOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jill Tabata BELL MASTER . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Marilyn Chandler 10:45 CHOIR DIRECTOR. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Amy Burns ORGANIST/PIANIST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kathy Drake LITURGIST. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jack Wetzel USHERS . . . . . . . . . . . . 8:00 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Rick & Lee Miller, Jim & Nancy Montgomery 9:15 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . .Jim & Lorene Greer, Stephen & Marjorie Koval 10:45 a.m. . .Joan Smith, Jackie Bomgardner, Mario & Denise Saldamando WELCOME BOOTH . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Men’s Fellowship, Tom & Margaret Bradbeer

ACOLYTES . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Kyle Gempler, Clara Newman NURSERY. . 8:00 a.m., 9:15 a.m., 10:45 a.m. . . . . . . . . . . . . Kristin McNamara, Stephanie Horacek

Altar flowers are given…

“In memory of my husband, Ed Gurley’s 5th year with our Lord”, by Lucette Gurley. “In celebration of 53 years of marriage”, by Gary & Bev Griggs.

“In memory of Leslie Meier”, by Jim & Carol Meier

The Church at Litchfield Park 300 N. Old Litchfield Road Litchfield Park, AZ 85340

Phone: (623) 935-3411 Fax: (623) 935-0560 Web: www.churchatlitchfieldpark.org Email: info@clp.church

The Ministers of this Church are its members

Assisting them are:

Rev. Dale L. Hopely, Jr., Senior Pastor

Rev. Dr. Lynne Kammeraad, Associate Pastor

Rev. Kerri Sandusky, Associate Pastor

Rev. Judson Souers, Pastor Emeritus

Mona McCash, Organist Emerita