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FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF PENN YAN
224 Main Street October 17, 2010
Penn Yan, New York 10:00 AM
We, as God's people, will use our gifts and talents
to seek out and bring people to Christ,
by maturing in our faith,
by deepening our fellowship,
and by caring for people
for the honor and glory of God.
“Missions Giving”
Prelude Sheryl Robbins
Song of Praise “I Will Serve You” PB no. 54
Welcome & Announcements
Moment for Missions Ed Castillo
Hymn “Be Thou My Vision” No. 339
*Invocation
Gracious God, we gather here today to accept your call to come to Jesus. Help us to grow in loving you with our heart, mind, and strength. Send the power of the Holy Spirit upon us to make us your instruments of change in the world through Christ our Lord who taught us to pray...
*The Lord's Prayer
Scripture Reading Psalm 23 OT pg. 607
Anthem “Give Us A Vision” Pepper Chaplin
Children's Time
*Hymn “Open My Eyes That I May See” No. 324
Prayers for the People
Scripture Luke 19:1-10 NT pg. 110
Sermon “Jesus' Mission: Come, Grow, Change”
Rev. Richard Burke
Offertory
*Doxology 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
*Prayer of Dedication
*Hymn “Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah” No. 281
*Benediction
*Postlude
*If you wish to and are able, you are invited to stand.
Lay Reader: Nancy Marion
Greeters: Brittany Griffin & Jennifer Slocum
Ushers: Stan Ovens, Clifford Lebarr, Cindy Ovens
Organist: Sheryl Robbins
Church Phone: 315-536-9821
Office hours: 9 am – Noon Mon.-Fri.
Church E-mail: pyfbc224@gmail.com
Church Website: pennyanfbc.com
Interim Pastor: Rev. Richard D. Burke
2215 Clark Road, Penn Yan
315-536-0021
Today’s bulletin is in honor of Beth (DeLooza) and Jim Travis as they renew their vows with an actual wedding ceremony and reception today. Please keep them in your prayers as Jim is due to be deployed to Afghanistan in November. ~ ~ Diane DeLooza
Please be in Prayer for:
At Clinton Crest: Burton Barcliff Alice Fairbrother
Gerry Lane
At the Homestead: Helen Ansley Virginia DeLooza
Dick Sharman Willie Nelson
Elwood Whitbeck Irene Wachala
At the Manor: Helena Cranmer Kathryn Clayson
Margaret Hartwell Georgia Ovens
Our Special Missionaries:
Kristy Engel–Dominican Republic
Cynthia Harper–Cameron Community Ministries, Rochester, NY
Prayers for:
Tom Burke
Bill Gillette Ruth Sampson
John Paul Hunt Jennifer Schoen
Frank Modaffari Charlie Taylor
Barbara Mortensen Stub Vaughn
Keith Pierce Mr/Mrs Whitbeck
Cheryl Poole Ralph Wilkes
Our Service Men and Women and their families
Our Country and it’s Leaders
Please keep the church office updated on your loved one.
This Week’s Schedule & Announcements
Today
9:15 am Choir Practice
11:00 am Sunday School
12 Noon Gad-Abouts out to lunch
5:00 pm Wellspring Fellowship
Monday, October 18
November Newsletter articles are due today
7:00 pm Community Chorus
Wednesday, October 20
5:00 pm Backpack Program
Thursday, October 21
7:00 pm Boy Scout Meeting
Saturday, October 23
9:00 am Keuka Quilters
Sunday. October 24
9:15 am Choir Practice
10:00 am Service of Worship and Praise
11:00 am Sunday School
5:00 pm Wellspring Fellowship
Next Week’s Theme & Scripture:
“What Are Your Prayers Like?”
Luke 18:9-14
Church News
Search Committee
Remember to complete and turn in your survey that was in the October Newsletter. If you need another, you can find them on the table in the foyer. Thank you!!!
Nominating Committee
All Boards need to have the names for the nominating committee in to George Jensen by November 1. His number is 536-4745.
Turkey Walk
Sunday, November 7
The Penn Yan Council of Churches is preparing for the annual Turkey Walk. All monies raised will go towards purchasing meat for Chrismas Baskets for the Needy. We are looking for people to walk the route and those who would sponsor those who walk. Sign up sheets are available in the office or see Erma Mullins for questions/information.
THANK YOU !!!
I would like to thank everyone who took time out of their busy days to call and send cards during my recent illness. I also would like to thank everyone for the prayers that were lifted up for myself and my family. They were deeply appreciated.
Thank you, again.
Betty & Walt Johnson and family
New clock
In the back of the sanctuary there is a new clock. It has been given to the church with best wishes and affection for Rev. Richard Burke by the Gibbs Family and the Clancy Family,
in memory of Warner L. Gibbs.
Community News
Ham Dinner
All proceeds go to Yates Co. Habitat for Humanity
Date: Saturday, October 23 Time: 5 – 7 pm
Price per person: $8.50 Children: $6.50
Place: Penn Yan United Methodist Church
Red Cross Needs & Things
The Red Cross attempts to meet the hygiene needs of those who are unable to provide for themselves. Currently, they are in need of: diapers; size 3,4,5,6, paper towels, laundry soap and dish soap.
A box is available in the sanctuary, look for the “Red Cross”
Food Pantry
Penn Yan Council of Churches is searching for volunteers to help out with the Food Pantry here at FBC. If you are available an hour a week or an hour a month and are interested in serving in this capacity, see Erma Mullins our Council Representative.
Supporting Our Neighbor Churches
Dresden United Methodist Church is having a “Home for the Holidays” event on Sat. Oct. 23, from 9 am to 2 pm. Featuring early holiday shopping; there will be baked goods, homemade candy, hats, pet gifts, white elephant, jewelry, crafts and lunch too!
Organ and Piano Recital
Bath Presbyterian Church presents an Organ and Piano Recital on Sunday, Oct. 24, at 3 pm. Performances by Judy Aho, Ellie Boutwell and Onalee Nixon. This event takes place at Pulteney Square, is free, and refreshments will be provided
Attendance and Financial Report
Were you here? 9/26 10/3 10/10
64 67 61
Current Expenses $1,036 $2,927 $3,364
Missions 558 410 454
BT&T 70 294 195
Total $1,664 $3,631 $4,013
Welcome to First Baptist Church of Penn Yan. We are glad you joined us and hope you’ll feel at home, as we celebrate our faith and praise God together. In the pew, you will find a “get-to-know-you” card. Please take a moment to fill it out and place it in the offering plate.
We invite you to bring your children to the nursery during the service for a safe and Christian environment so that you may more fully experience Worship.
Following today’s service please come to enjoy coffee, refreshments and fellowship in the Great Room.
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