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Transfiguration Sunday
Worship Leaders: Beverly Goines, Mark Masdin, Michael McMahon,
and Kenneth Lowenberg
Preacher: Stephen Gentle, Senior Pastor
RESPONSORIAL PSALM
Insert
The Mighty God with Power Speaks (Ps 50)
SCRIPTURE READING
Mark Masdin
NT p. 42
THE COMMUNITY GATHERS FOR WORSHIP
PRELUDE
Mark 9:2-9
Olivier Messiaen
Praise to the Immortality of Jesus
MOMENT OF FRIENDSHIP AND WELCOME
ANTHEM
AGINCOURT HYMN
Stephen Gentle
O Wondrous Sight! O Vision Fair!
Welcome! National City Christian Church is the national church of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and
a house of prayer that is open and affirming of all people. We pray that today’s worship will please God and edify
God’s people.
O wondrous sight! O vision fair
of glory that the church may share;
which Christ upon the mountains shows,
where brighter than the sun he glows.
Please sign the Connect With Us card in the bulletin. If you are a first-time guest, please indicate your address,
telephone number, and email address. There is a space on the back for prayer concerns and comments. As we
prepare for worship, please turn off all cellular telephones, pagers, and watch alarms. The service is approximately one hour and fifteen minutes.
INTROIT
With shining face and bright array,
Christ deigns to manifest today
what glory shall be theirs above
who dwell with God in perfect love.
(Latin, 15th c., trans. John Mason Neale, 1854, alt.)
Richard Warner
Hallelujah! In This Temple God Be Praised
Hallelujah! Hallelujah! In this temple God be praised!
In the highest heavenly places be the sounding anthems raised!
SERMON
 OPENING HYMN
We Have Come at Christ’s Own Bidding
 RESPONSE OF THE PEOPLE
Beverly Goines
Leader:
People:
Leader:
People:
Leader:
Great is the Lord in Zion. The Lord is exalted over all the nations.
God is Holy! Let all people praise God’s great and awesome name.
God is all powerful. The Lord loves justice and establishes equity.
God is Holy! Let all people exalt God and worship at God’s feet.
God answered the prayers of Moses and Aaron. God spoke to them
from the pillar of cloud and fire. God led the people in the wilderness and
forgave all their sins.
People: God is Holy! Let all people worship the Lord, now and forever.
Leader: The Lord our God is Holy. Praise God’s name, forevermore.
 CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE
No. 176 (4)
SALZBURG
(
Please stand as you are able.)
Loretta Franklin
Elder:
People:
Elder:
People:
Elder:
Let us lift up our hearts.
We lift them to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give our thanks and praise.
It is right to give you our thanks and praise, O God. Your transfiguring
light has overcome us, and is restoring within us the image of your glory.
People: Though we were blinded by sin, your saving light has been beamed
into our hearts, that we might see your radiant mercy in the face of
Jesus Christ. We pray in his holy name, saying:
All:
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, the power, and the glory, forever. Amen.
Paul Gueguierre
This table is for all believers in Jesus Christ. Please eat the bread as it is passed and hold the cup so that we
may share it together.
COMMUNION HYMN
No. 399 (1)
BELMONT
O God, Unseen Yet Ever Near
THE COMMUNITY CELEBRATES GOD’S GRACE
Those desiring to become members of the community of National City Christian Church, either by
transfer of membership, profession of faith, reaffirmation of faith or as an associate member, are
invited to come forward during the hymn.
 HYMN OF COMMITMENT
No. 182
O God, unseen yet ever near, reveal thy presence now,
while we, in love that hath no fear, before thy glory bow.
THE COMMUNITY GOES FORTH TO SERVE
 CLOSING HYMN
PICARDY
GIVING AND RECEIVING OF THE OFFERING
Beverly Goines
No. 21
LLANFAIR
Let the Whole Creation Cry
Transform Us
BENEDICTION
With the sharing of our tithes and offerings, members and friends of National City Christian Church
are invited to make an estimate of giving to the Renew & Transform Capital Campaign. Thank you.
POSTLUDE
Benedetto Marcello
The Heavens Declare God's Glory (Psalm, 50:6, Psalm 19:1)
OFFERTORY ANTHEM
Christ, the Glory
Following the worship service, pastors and elders are at the back and side doors of the Sanctuary
to greet you. All are invited to the Atrium for coffee fellowship immediately following the worship.
Christ, the glory of the holy angels,
thou who made us and loveth us:
Send us thy counsel, guide all to thy throne.
The heavens declare the glory of the Lord,
and forever doth the earth sing his praises!
The flowers were given by Barbara Boward
in memory of Hugh Williams' 100th Birthday
Sing of God made manifest on the cloud-capped mountain’s crest,
where the Law and Prophets waned so that Christ alone remained:
glimpse of glory, pledge of grace, giv’n as Jesus set his face
toward the waiting cross and grave, sign of hope that God would save.
THE COMMUNITY HEARS GOD’S WORD
Mark Masdin
NT p. 170
2 Corinthians 4:3-6
PRAYER OF THE PEOPLE
WORDS OF INSTITUTION
Stephen Gentle
Sing of God Made Manifest
SCRIPTURE
Beverly Goines
PRAYER AT THE TABLE
Transfigured
Insert
NETTLETON
INVITATION TO COMMUNION
KINGSFOLD
Jean Francois Lallouette
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DOXOLOGY
NO. 50
LASST UNS ERFREUEN
Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow
Praise God, from whom all blessings flow;
praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia!
Praise God, the source of all our gifts!
Praise Jesus Christ, whose pow’r uplifts!
Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia!
Worship and Preaching resources: David Bartlett and Barbara Brown Taylor, ed. Feasting on the Word (Louisville: Westminster Press, 2009); Colbert Cartwright and O.I. Cricket Harrison, ed. Chalice Worship (St. Louis: Chalice Press, 1999); James
G. Kirk, When We Gather (Philadelphia: The Geneva Press, 2001); Revised Common Lectionary, Center for Biblical Preaching, www.workingpreacher.org.
Welcome to National City Christian Church, national church of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) and an open and affirming congregation. We are
so honored that you are here in worship today and we pray for God's blessings to
be made manifest in your life.
Capital Campaign - If you have not had an opportunity to pledge to National
City's Renew & Transform Capital Campaign, please prayerfully consider doing
so today. Pledge cards are available in the bulletin for your convenience. Thank
you!
Memorial Service for the wife of Vanya Mullinax, Fata, is at North Chevy
Chase Christian Church, today, Sunday, February 15, at 2 p.m.
Sympathy for the family of Carolyn E. “Betty” Warner who passed away on
Tuesday, February 10. Betty was a member of National City Christian Church for
many decades and Trustee Emeritus with NCCC Foundation. Memorial service
will be announced at a future date.
Calling All Singers! - You are invited to join National City's Sanctuary Choir
for special services on Good Friday (April 2), and Easter Sunday (April 4). The
first of our special rehearsals will be held Saturday, February 21, at 10 a.m. in
the Music Suite. For more information or to sign up, contact Dr. Michael McMahon at [email protected].
Lenten Devotional Booklet - Once again our Lenten Devotional booklet is
available in the Atrium. The daily devotions will also be emailed and posted on
www.nationalcitycc.org. If you would like to receive the daily devotions please
email Colleen Walsh at [email protected].
FOR OUR GUESTS
Membership at National City Christian Church - It would be our joy to welcome you into the membership of this congregation. You may join through transfer of membership from another congregation or through a profession of faith and
baptism. Full and associate memberships are available. Please feel free to talk
with any minister or email [email protected]
Sanctuary Tour - Tours of our historic Sanctuary are available following the 11
a.m. worship service. If you are interested, please meet at the Garfield Window
in the rear of the Sanctuary (pulpit side).
Coffee and Fellowship - Come to the Atrium for a warm cup of coffee and meet
some of the warm people of National City. The Atrium is located on the first floor
of the building through the front, right door.
Nursery - Childcare is available during the morning for children through age four.
The nursery is located in Fellers Foyer. Speak with a greeter or any member for
directions.
Accessibility - Elevator access to the Sanctuary is available via the 14th Street
courtyard entrance. If you would like to request a handicapped parking space for
Sunday, please call the church office by 12 noon on Friday.
EN ESPAÑOL - Culto en la Capilla Phillips, Domingo 11 a.m.
Parking - Complimentary parking is available at the Washington Plaza Hotel
parking garage. Simply ask for a voucher at the church front desk at the 14th
Street entrance. Free street parking is available every Sunday from 8 a.m. to 2
p.m. on the west ramp off Thomas Circle, which leads to Massachusetts Avenue.
Pastoral Needs - If you would like to speak with a pastor, please feel free to
meet with one of the pastors at the door after the worship service or call 202-232
-0323 during office hours.
National City Online - Visit online at www.nationalcitycc.org to find a recording
of Sunday's sermon. Members and guests are encouraged to sign up for our
email list at www.nationalcitycc.org/register.asp. Facebook aficionados are encouraged to sign up as fans of National City Christian Church’s Facebook page.
See you online!
CAPITAL AREA PRAYER CALENDAR
Aspen Hill Christian Church, Aspen Hill, Maryland
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15
Week of Compassion Offering - Week of Compassion is the relief, refugee, and development fund of the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) in the United States and
Canada. Please use the envelope in the bulletin today, or on February 22, to impact the
lives who are in need of our compassion.
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal - 9 a.m., Music Suite
Book of Job Study - 10 a.m., Howland Center, led by Sierra Stites
Toddler School - 10 a.m., Nursery
Deaconesses Meeting - 12:30 p.m., 3rd Floor Conference Room
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16
PRESIDENT'S DAY - NATIONAL CITY OFFICES CLOSED
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 17
Thomas Circle Singers - 6 p.m., Scott Hall
Fluent Cities Language Class - 6:30 p.m., Campbell Building
Fortissima Choir - 7 p.m., Phillips Chapel
Gospel Choir Rehearsal - 7 p.m., Music Suite
Jaime Andrew Fitness Boot Camp - 7 p.m., Community Room
Yada D-Space - 7 p.m., Howland Center, Book of Job, led by Joe Mantange
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18 - ASH WEDNESDAY
Ash Wednesday Services - There will be two services held in the Sanctuary at 5:15
and 7 p.m., during which you may receive ashes as a sign of our journey together to follow Christ on the way of his cross. There will be a light supper in Scott Hall at 6 p.m.
Jaime Andrew Fitness Boot Camp - 6 a.m., Community Room
Children's Community Playgroup - 9:30 a.m., Community Room
Food Pantry - 10 a.m. - 1 p.m., Atrium
Fluent Cities Language Class - 6:30 p.m., Campbell Building
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 19
Fluent Cities Language Classes - 6:30 p.m., Campbell Building
Jaime Andrew Fitness Boot Camp - 7 p.m., Community Room
DC Lambda Squares - 7:30 p.m., Scott Hall
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 20
Carl Vogel Food Pantry - 11 a.m., Community Room
Free Noon-Time Pipe Organ Recital - 12:15 p.m., Sanctuary. Kimberly Ann Hess
from Washington, DC, performs grand works for the organ by Johann Sebastian Bach,
William Grant Still, and Franz Liszt.
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 21
Elders' Meeting - 8:30 a.m., Howland Center
Jaime Andrew Fitness Boot Camp - 9 a.m., Community Room
Lenten Small Group Study - 10 a.m., Atrium. Led by Bill Knight
Thomas Circle Singers - 10 a.m., Scott Hall
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal - 10 a.m., Music Suite
Week of Compassion Yada Cooking - 4 p.m., Scott Hall
UN Youth Conference - 5:30 p.m., Community Room
February 15, 2015
11 a.m.
SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 22
Sanctuary Choir Rehearsal - 9 a.m., Music Suite
Thomas House Service - 2 p.m., Thomas House
UN Youth Conference - 5:30 p.m., Community Room, Ohio region
Lenten Study - 5 p.m., Teresa Swihart's home.
PRAYERS FOR THE CHURCH FAMILY
Frank Ahlbin; Fay Arrington; Jim and Jane Baines; June Chewning; Eddie Franklin;
Vivian Henderson; Eleanor Hickman; Will Hill; Morris Jackson; Constance Jennings;
Pearl King; Granver Lovick; Victoria Rose Mayfield-Mayo; Hilda Reynolds;
Steve Schacht; Missy Walsh; persons in military and civil service around the world.
National City Christian Church
5 Thomas Circle, NW, Washington, DC 20005
202-232-0323
www.nationalcitycc.org