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Doylestown Presbyterian Church Be a bridge for Christ and a beacon of His love OFFICE: 215-348-3531 FAX: 215-348-7590 EMAIL: dpc@dtownpc.org WEB: www.dtownpc.org FACEBOOK: dtownpc TWITTER: @DrJohnDPC YOUTH INSTAGRAM: dpcyouth.com LIVE STREAM & VIDEOS: YouTube.com, Doylestown Presbyterian Live GIVING: Access the QR code to the right for direct access to online giving!

In Memory of

Our parents and grandparents by the Arculin family Anthony M. Baccari by Tony and Denise Baccari Our parents, Keith Hillabrant, Patricia Bengtson by Linda and Bruce Bengtson George and Verna Bishop, S. Marvin and E. Frances Kircher by Bill and Anne Bishop George H. Carr by Doris Carr and family Lillian and Walter Fox and Dorothy and Warren Cassel by Shirley and Bud Cassel Mary and Leif Christianson by Peter and Joan Christianson Our parents by Chandler and Marilyn Cook Jean and Gomer Lewis and Harry Craft by David, Nancy, Rachel, Jessie and Nathan Craft Rev. and Mrs. Francis Crumley, Dr. and Mrs. Theodore Elsner, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Dienert, Ted Dienert, Elsie Barry and Louise Tabasso by Frank and Darlene Crumley Bill Stevens, Tim Stevens and Louise Davis by Julie, John, Catie and Grace Davis Mr. and Mrs. Herbert Deibert, Joe Douglass, Jack Fisher by the Deibert family William DeLaney by Irene DeLaney Mildred Morgan and Mary and Jim Eaton by the Eaton, Luchette and Tarnowsky families Marty, Anne and Robin Kelly by Jill Eberts and family Joseph E. and Barbara B. Faulkner by Paul and Beth Faulkner Michael Fisher and Brian Garcia by Trip Fisher Francis Hitcho, Jane C. Garretson and Richard Garretson, Jr. by Craig and Gina Garretson Allan Gilmour and Carl Schmieg by Marianne Gilmore Mr. and Mrs. Maurice D. Hart, Mr. and Mrs. Louis O. Isensee and Mr. Maurice H. Hart by Joseph and Brenda Hart Our parents by Galen and Janet Hays Anna and Bruce Murphy and Rose and Frank Holler by Anna and Roger Holler John P. Jablonski by Mom, Dad and brother Mark Louise Jardine Williams, Anthony Jardine and Norman Williams by D. Lindsay and Mary Jane Jardine Roland and Robert Shoemaker, Dr. Aydin Karabudak, Dolores and Glenn Stover and Brandon Boger by the Karabudak family Ronald T. Keller by Armor Keller Gary Miller by Nancy Kitchen Burton and Dorothy Hess and Harold and Shirley Kube by the Thomas Kube family

Sara Miele and Elizabeth Jane King by Larry and Anna King Robert F. and Josephine Purdy and Donald and Marguerite Collins by Rob, Carolyn and Matthew Purdy Edward and Lucinda Wester by Kathy Mahanes and Dody Shaw Walter Mahanes by Kathy Mahanes Our grandparents by the Nardo family Marion and Lewis Bain and Ken Quist by Steve and Jeannie Quist Robert Pickford and Janet Raitt by Doug and Linda Raitt and family Tara L. Riedley by Roger, Ginny and Chad Riedley Mr. and Mrs. James Marckstein and Mr. and Mrs. Robert Routier, Sr. by Bob and Carol Routier, Jr. John Valiant by Art and Mary Shull James and Eleanor Innes and William Strasburg by Mark and Pam Strasburg Bob Sterner and Loved Ones by Dot Sterner Ethel Dubree Jordan and Joseph and Marie Stough by Jodi and Jay Stough Our mothers, Janet Nisula and Ethel Tettemer by George and Carol Tettemer Loved ones by Dr. and Mrs. John W. Tomlinson Thornton and Jean Vandersall by Mark Vandersall and Laura Mendelson Anne and Jerry Worstell and Dan Waters by the Waters family David Zebley by the Zebley family

In Honor of

DPC Pastors and Staff by Bill and Anne Bishop Stephen Cassel and Darren Cassel by Shirley and Bud Cassel Joe and Marge Holzer and our grandson Wilder by Peter and Joan Christianson Jean Stevens, John Davis, Sr. by Julie, John, Catie and Grace Davis DPC Pastors and Staff by the Feingold family Our family by Joseph and Brenda Hart Our grandchildren Rileigh, Delaney and Chase by Bill and Nancy Jones Kimberlin Keller by Armor Keller Emily, Andrew and Christopher by Mark and Pam Strasburg Sylvia Strasburg by Mark and Pam Strasburg Our children and grandchildren by Mark Vandersall and Laura Mendelson

Christmas Flowers

The special Christmas flowers and decorations in our Sanctuary are made possible through contributions of the following individuals and families in memory or honor of loved ones and friends

Third Sunday of Advent December 17, 2017 8:30 and 11:00 am

Gathering as God’s Family

Words of Welcome Prelude "Near to the Heart of God" Arr. Roger House Lighting of the Advent Wreath Opening Words Reading from Scripture Responsive Prayer God of hope, God of peace, God of joy, you are our salvation; we trust in you and are not afraid.

Lead us to draw water with rejoicing from the springs of salvation

God of promise, God of joy, into our darkness come. *Hymn 82 Come, Thou Long-Expected Jesus HYFRYDOL

Prayer of Confession

Holy and eternal God,

we confess we have not been at peace with ourselves or with one another.

Though you, in your grace, regard us as your children,

we have been proud and impatient, short on compassion, limited in love.

Forgive us O God, for our disharmony and ingratitude.

Give us wisdom, humility, grace, and patience,

that we, your people, may be of one mind and spirit,

and give you joy and praise. Moment of Silent Reflection and Confession

Leader: We make these confessions asking, “Lord, have mercy.” Congregational Response 92 While We Are Waiting, Come WAITING (Cason)

While we are waiting, come; while we are waiting, come. Jesus our Lord, Emmanuel, while we are waiting, come.

Assurance of Forgiveness

Friends, believe the Good News of the Gospel. In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. The Sharing of the Peace of Christ

Since God has forgiven us in Christ, let us forgive one another. The Peace of Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you.

Congregational Response 134 Joy to the World ANTIOCH

No more let sins and sorrow grow, nor thorns infest the ground;

he comes to make his blessings flow far as the curse is found,

far as the curse is found, far as, far as the curse is found. ***

* Those who are able, please stand * * * Seating interludes

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Proclaiming God’s Word Old Testament Lesson: Psalm 119:65-72 Pew Bible, NRSV (OT), p. 568 The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God!

Anthem (8:30) Carol Alexandre Guilmant

(11:00) The Virgin Mary Had A Baby Boy

Sunshine Singers The Virgin Mary had a baby boy, The Virgin Mary had a baby boy;

The Virgin Mary had a baby boy, and they said that His name was Jesus.

He comes from the glory, He comes from the glorious Kingdom.

He comes from the glory, He comes from the glorious Kingdom.

The angels sang-a when the baby was born, the angels sang-a when the baby was born;

The angels sang-a when the baby was born, and they said that his name was Jesus.

He comes from the glory, He comes from the glorious Kingdom.

He comes from the glory, He comes from the glorious Kingdom.

Time with the Children

New Testament Lesson: Philippians 2:1-11 Pew Bible, NRSV (NT), p. 197

Sermon “Unwrapping the Gift with Humility” Dr. John M. Willingham “And being found in human form, he humbled himself…” - Philippians 2:7b-8a

Responding to God’s Word *Hymn 146 Gentle Mary Laid Her Child TEMPUS ADEST FLORIDUM

*Affirmation of Faith John 1:1-5,10-14

In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.

He was in the beginning with God. All things came into being through him, and without him

not one thing came into being. What has come into being in him was life, and the life was

the light of all people. The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness did not overcome

it. He was in the world, and the world came into being through him; yet the world did not

know him. He came to what was his own, and his own people did not accept him. But to all

who received him, who believed in his name, he gave power to become children of God, who

were born, not of blood or of the will of the flesh or of the will of man, but of God. And the

Word became flesh and lived among us, and we have seen his glory, the glory as of a

father's only son, full of grace and truth. Concerns of the Church

(Persons nearest the center aisle are asked to sign and pass the Act of Friendship pad toward the outside aisle. Please keep the cover open as the pad is returned.)

Prayers of the People

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Today is the last week of our Angels Visit Shepherds Rotation. Kindergarten is in Games, 1st grade in Art, 2nd grade in Video and 3rd/4th in Drama. CONNECT will be reviewing all that they have studied in the Beginnings Unit with some fun activities. We’ll see you back in the classroom on January 7th, which begins our Exodus Rotation and CONNECT will begin Unit 2: The Promise.

Club 456 is looking forward to a fun Christmas celebration this Wednesday, December 20! All 4th, 5th and 6th graders are invited and urged to wear comfy pj’s and sneakers. We will have delicious food (there has been talk

of a dessert buffet) and play reindeer games (including, most likely, scatterball!). Santa hats and antlers are also encouraged!

Last week, we wrapped up a four week series on the Nativity to emphasize that Jesus’s birth, as well as his ministry, was radically inclusive. We explored the concept of “living water” and the kids had truly insightful observations about biblical themes. Club 456 will not meet December 27, but we can’t wait to begin a new series in the new year.

Live Nativity at Living Hope TODAY, 6 to 9 pm

We meet under the bridge at 6 pm, get dinner then head out. We return around 9 pm. The event is free but students need money for dinner and must have a permission slip. Dress warmly!

All Youth Winter Retreat February 2 to 4 at Tel Hai Retreat

Grow in faith and enjoy an incredible experience getting to know one another through games and worship. Our very own youth band will be leading worship. Cost is $140 and need based scholarships are available. The bus departs at 6:30 pm February 2 and we return to the Church 2:30 pm February 4. You won’t want to miss this weekend!

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ADVENT MISSION MARKET is open on the bridge today between services. This is an opportunity for you to give a gift twice, with proceeds going to charitable causes. Items include chocolate, coffee, tea, olive oil, scarves, decorative items, Christmas cards, and the opportunity to make a donation to an organization in honor of a loved one. Please consider this for your holiday shopping! COMMUNITY MEAL. Join us today at noon in Fellowship Hall, we will sing Christmas carols following the meal! All are welcome! AID FOR FRIENDS. DATE CHANGE THIS MONTH. Please join us to pack meals for homebound individuals with Aid for Friends tomorrow, Monday, December 18 in the AH Kitchen from 9:30—11:30 am. For more information on volunteering, making a food donation, or recipe information, contact Deb Kmetzo at drkmetzo@gmail.com. AMERICAN RED CROSS BLOOD DRIVE. DPC is hosting a blood drive on Thursday, December 28th from 10 am—3 pm. There is a major shortage of blood nationwide, and donations are desperately needed. Please consider giving the gift of life this Christmas! To sign up, contact Erin Rizk at erinr@dtownpc.org or visit the Advent Mission Market tables during coffee hour.

UPCOMING SPRING AND FALL SOUTHWEST MISSION TRIPS

Community Pantry in Gallup, NM, April 8-14. This is a work-only trip. We will help out in the pantry and gardens. The cost should be $700 to $900

(double) per person; $1,000 to $1,200 (single) per person, depending on airline costs.

Community Pantry in Gallup, NM, September 22-29. This is our “Regular” Work and Cultural Trip to the Navajo and Zuni reservations. This cost should be an additional $250 per person in expenses. A brochure will be available in the church office, library, and on the literature tables in Andrews Hall and the Church.

Repeat participants are welcome!

An information meeting for these trips will be held on Sunday, January 7, at 9:45 am in the Celtic Cross Room. Both trips provide a unique opportunity to see the fruits of DPC's continued involvement and commitment to helping Native Americans in the Southwest. If you have any questions, please contact Mary Lee or Brian Reiff at 215-348-9293 or bereiff@aol.com.

PRESBYTERY MEETING HOSTING January 30, 11 am to 3 pm

We are excited to announce that DPC will be hosting the Philadelphia Presbytery meeting. Not only will we be welcoming many members of our Presbytery, we also will be part of the installation of our own Linda Rutkosky to the role of moderator of the Philadelphia Presbytery. What an exciting time for Linda, DPC and the Philadelphia Presbytery. We will need many hands to help make this event successful. If you are available to help on this day, please let the church office know. We have many jobs that need filled to make it a great day for everyone!

KEEP AN EYE OUT! Special invitations in the Lessons and Carols program and Christmas Eve bulletin.

The Outreach Committee ask that you share these invitations with your friends and neighbors and invite them to DPC!

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Hymns, anthems and texts reproduced with permission from OneLicense.net License #A-726819.

The Lord’s Prayer (Traditional)

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.

Offering of Our Gifts and Lives Offertory Christians, Awake arr. June Nixon

*Congregational Response 314 Longing for Light, We Wait in Darkness CHRIST, BE OUR LIGHT

Many the gifts, many the people, many the hearts that yearn to belong. Let us be servants to one another, making your kingdom come.

Christ, be our light! Shine in our hearts. Shine through the darkness. Christ, be our light! Shine in your church gathered today.

*Prayer of Dedication

Going Forth in God’s Name *Hymn 140 Once in Royal David’s City IRBY *Charge and Benediction *Congregational Response 105 People, Look East BESANCON

Angels, announce with shouts of mirth Christ who brings new life to earth. Set every peak and valley humming with the word, the Lord is coming.

People look east and sing today: Love, the Lord, is on the way. *Postlude In Dulci Jubilo J.S. Bach

Lighting the Advent Wreath—8:30: Lynn Bush and John Bartle. Lynn has been a member for 20 years and is currently serving as an Elder, as clerk of Session and as moderator of the Strategic Planning Task Force. John is a retired Episcopal priest. Lynn and he also serve as greeters. 11:00: Larry King and Laura Young. Larry is serving as a Deacon and Confirmation Class leader having previously served on the Nominating Committee and as an Elder during the 18 years that he has been a member. Laura is a Youth Elder and is active in Element. She is a senior at CB West High School. Christian Sympathy. The sympathy of the congregation is extended to Jane-Linn Citro on the death of her mother, Jane Vincent, on November 27. We hold this family in prayer in their time of loss. Greeters—8:30: Steve and Jeanne Quist, Susan Rork 11:00: Bud and Shirley Cassel, Luray Gross

Ushers—8:30: Joanne and Rich Arculin, Sue Crilley, Craig and Nancy Eaton, James Lengel, Kathryn Posnett, Barry Pratt, Rob Purdy, Skip Schanbacker 11:00: Bruce Applestein, Michael Dau, Greg Dubas, Galen and Janet Hays, Brad Hedrick, Price Jones Assisting Today—8:30: Keith Roberts, Emsley Willingham 11:00: Josh Gill, Mary Shull Sound System—8:30: Tim Lewis 11:00: Jay Kottler Liturgy Notes: Today’s prayer of confession is taken from Call to Worship: Liturgy, Music, Preaching and the Arts: 46.1, p. 27. The Advent Wreath litany comes from the Office of Theology and Worship of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Next Week’s Sermon: “The Child of Promise” - Isaiah 9:2-7

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END OF YEAR Giving Information The 2018 offering envelopes will be available for pick-up at Sacred Grounds. Members and friends of DPC who do not currently have envelopes and would like them, may write

their names on the note pads on the table or contact Linay Richards at 215-348-3531 or linayr@dtownpc.org. Contributions must be received in the church office or postmarked with a 2017 date in order to meet the IRS requirements for a 2017 charitable contribution. Checks that are dated, mailed, and postmarked in 2017 will be deductible in 2017, even if they are not delivered by the post office to DPC until 2018. Contributions received or postmarked after that date can still be recorded to fulfill a 2017 pledge to the church, however, they will not appear on your Charitable Contributions Report for this year. Thank you!

SERVICE OF LIGHT IN THE MIDST OF DARKNESS, DECEMBER 21, 7:30 PM IN THE SANCTUARY. This service provides an opportunity for healing during the holidays for those without loved ones, experiencing illness, broken relationships, unemployment, or isolation. You are not alone!

DECEMBER 24 SERVICES

MORNING 9:30—4th Sunday in Advent

CHRISTMAS EVE 4:00—For families with young children 5:00—Candlelight service, nursery provided 6:30—Candlelight and communion service 8:30—Candlelight and communion service

A SERVICE OF LESSONS AND CAROLS, Today, 4 pm in the Sanctuary.

Celebrate the wonder of the season through Scripture, carols, and awe-inspiring music presented by our choirs, orchestra, and

handbells. This much anticipated annual event has become a highlight for our congregation and should not be missed. Gathering music begins at 3:45. Free-will offering, reception to follow, nursery provided.

THIS YEAR’S OFFERING WILL BE RECEIVED ON Sunday, December 24

A Presbyterian tradition for almost 75 years, the Christmas Joy Offering is one of the four special offerings designated by the General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) to provide congregations direct ways of supporting specific causes that help those in need. Your gifts go to support retired church workers and racial-ethnic students at PC(USA)-related colleges. Join your fellow members as we assist leaders of our past and future.

Many thanks to everyone who turned in their commitment card with their two year pledge for our Flourish initiative Through December 15, we stand at 388 commitments totaling $3,759,244. If you have not yet shared your financial plans with the church for the coming two

years, please do so soon. You can pledge online at flourish.dtownpc.org.

We look forward to discovering with you all the ways that God will help us FLOURISH in the coming year!

UPCOMING Events

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ONGOING Classes GOOD NEWS AND THE OTHER NEWS. Current events are discussed while reflecting upon the story from the perspective of faith. Today—Prince Harry and Meghan

Markle Announce Their Engagement. On November 27, the UK's Prince Charles announced the engagement of his son, Prince Harry and American actor Meghan Markle. While this seems to fall under the category of celebrity news, the fact that Markle is American, divorced, biracial and that the royal family has welcomed the engagement is a change from past traditions that have marked the British monarchy. This news gives us an opportunity to examine the value we place on tradition and to consider how our children see the world differently. It also lets us think about what God's role is in a world of change. Led by Jay Stough, AH-207 iLIGHT. For those navigating career and family whether married, single, parent or not, we offer diverse topics and formats. All are welcome! Today. Which One…Matthew or Luke? The Gospels of Matthew and Luke offer different genealogies for Jesus. Why are these family trees included in the Good News? Some of them we easily recognize, some we know we've heard of...but can't remember, and others we have no clue how to even pronounce their name. All are welcome as we explore the family Jesus was born into and how we too are part of that family. Join us for this special Advent conversation! Led by Pauline Sexton, AH-211 MAN-TALK. We address problems seldom discussed. Presented by a Christian professional or Bible scholar. Coordinated by Lou Zoppel. Today—Faith in God. As part of a new series on Faith in God, this first message will be an introduction to faith, how the Bible defines faith and why it is so important to our Heavenly Father. Led by, AH-120 THE WORD AMONG US. An in-depth Bible study that welcomes all to explore Scripture. We are studying 1 and 2 Corinthians, Galatians, and Ephesians. These four letters from Paul deal with problems of divisions and debates within the

church, immoral behavior among some of the early Christians, and theological questions arising from false teachers. Led by Dick Cornelius and Margaret Thoresen, AH-209

SPECIAL Classes BE A WALKING PRAYER. Prayer is often approached as something we say to God—learn ways to allow God to speak to you so prayer becomes a conversation. Today—The Practice of Prayer Led by Steph Heilakka, AH-213 INTERNET SECURITY AND SAFETY CONCERNS Join us as we learn how to protect ourselves from cyber thieves, hackers and online extortionists and our children and grandchildren from Cyberbullying. January 7—Be Cyber-Aware. Learn how to keep your online information safe. January 14—Cyber Security Threats. Understand and protect yourself from cyber security threats. January 21—Cyberbullying. Learn what it is and how it impacts young people and what steps to take to protect your child or grandchild. January 28—CyberSmart. Learn about social media and apps such as Instagram and Snapchat, what to be aware of regarding these and newer, less-common apps. Led by Ann Petro, DPC member and Danielle Hudak, Network of Victim Assistance, AH-Room 213

Feeling alone? Need help? Overwhelmed? WE CARE.

Email DPCares@dtownpc.org or complete a Prayer Request

OBERAMMERGAU TRIP in 2020

Beginning in 1634, the small Bavarian town of Oberammergau, Germany, began to offer a Passion Play depicting the life and death of Jesus. It started as the fulfilment of a promise to God if they were spared the Bubonic Plague sweeping through Europe. Since that initial performance, the community has offered the Passion Play each year that ends in zero.

On June 30, 2020, John and Lori Willingham will begin a tour for persons who would like to experience first-hand that dramatic offering. The journey will start in Vienna and continue to Salzburg before heading to Oberammergau and concluding in Munich. Over the course of ten days, our group will celebrate the gift of music—religious and secular—that has shaped us.

Even though the event is more than two years away, tickets for May 2020 are already sold-out in Oberammergau. Thus, we are hosting an informational meeting January 10 at 7 pm in CCR for persons interested in learning more. Join us!