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Peachtree Road
United Methodist Church
March 8, 2015
Third Sunday in Lent
The Service of Holy Communion
Lent is a season of forty days, not counting Sundays, which begins on Ash Wednesday
and ends on Holy Saturday. Lent comes from the Anglo-Saxon word lencten, which
means “spring.” The season is a preparation for celebrating Easter. Historically,
Lent began as a period of fasting and preparation for baptism by converts and then
became a time for penance by all Christians. Because Sundays are always little Easters,
the penitential spirit of Lent should be tempered with joyful expectation of the
Resurrection. Paraments, stoles and banners are purple and ash colors symbolizing
penitence and royalty.
-Adapted from the United Methodist Book of Worship, published by The United Methodist
Publishing House, Nashville, Tennessee, 1992.
Peachtree Road United Methodist Church
3180 Peachtree Road Northwest . Atlanta, Georgia 30305 . www . prumc . org
Main / 404 . 266 . 2373 . Pastoral Care Emergency / 404 . 419 . 7591
Morning Worship
March 8, 2015 . 8:45 & 11:15 am
THE GATHERING
Sally
Carillon Prelude
Opening Voluntary
Sicilienne, Suite Op. 5
Maurice Duruflé
(1902-1986)
† At the sound of the bells, please prepare
your hearts and minds for worship.
The Choral Introit I wait for the Lord, my soul doth wait for him, and in his word do I hope.
Eric H. Thiman
(1900-1975)
PRAISE AND THANKSGIVING
At the Procession,*
Hymn 89
Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee
Hymn to Joy
Prayer of Confession*
Minister: Let us confess our sins to God. Minister and People: Have mercy upon us, O God, according to your loving kindness; according
to the multitude of your tender mercies blot out our transgressions. Wash
us thoroughly from our iniquities, and cleanse us from our sins. For we
acknowledge our transgressions, and our sin is ever before us. Create in
us clean hearts, O God, and renew a right spirit within us; through Jesus
Christ our Lord. Amen.
Cantor: Let us pray to the Lord.
Choir: Lord, have mercy.
Minister: For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes
in him should not perish but have eternal life. In the name of Jesus Christ,
you are forgiven.
People: In the name of Jesus Christ, you are forgiven. Glory to God. Amen.
The Response*
Hymn 482
Lord, Have Mercy Kriewald Kyrie
† Each section is first sung by the cantor, then repeated by the choir and congregation.
Ritual of Christian Fellowship*
**
† The people are seated.
Sacrament of Christian Baptism (11:15 am)
Response: With God’s help we will so order our lives after the example of Christ,
that this child, (these children), surrounded by steadfast love, may be established in the
faith and confirmed, and strengthened in the way that leads to life eternal.
Prayer of Dedication
Hymn
Tune: Stuttgarte
Child of blessing, child of promise, baptized with the Spirit’s sign; with this water
God has sealed you unto love and grace divine.
Concerns and Celebrations of the Congregation
We welcome each of you to this service! Please register your attendance on the
Ritual of Christian Fellowship. Let us know if you are new, would like to become a
member or are interested in more information about Peachtree Road. We pray that
this time together will be a blessing in your life.
PROCLAMATION OF THE WORD
The Lesson
Acts 8:26-31aKings 5:1-15
† following the reading
Minister
The Word of the Lord. People Thanks be to God!
Study: Renewing Your Mind
Sermon At the Offertory,
Prayer
Richard Avery, Donald Marsh
(Twentieth Century)
Before us here the broken bread; before us the uplifted cup; surround us the awesome
space; something happens here. We gather from a busy world; approach with great
expectancy; God meets us in this sacred place. Something happens here. Who are we
that God comes here, shows us each our sacred worth? At this table common people
find the pow’r to change the earth. Price is broken, fear is gone. Hate and greed are
left behind. Thus we’re changing and we’re learning how to live by God’s design. Let
it happen everywhere, where we work, at school, in town. May this love and peace be
reaching thru us to the world around.
The Parish Choir (8:45 am)
Anthem
Before us here the broken bread
Let all mortal flesh keep silence
Edward Bairstow
(1874-1946)
Let all mortal flesh keep silence, and stand with fear and trembling, and lift itself
above, all earthly thought, for the King of kings and Lord of lords, Christ our God,
cometh forth to be our oblation, and to be giv’n for food to the faithful. Before Him
come the choirs of angels, with every principality and pow’re; the Cherubim with
many eyes, and winged Seraphim, who veil their faces as they shout exultingly the
hymn. Let all mortal flesh keep silence, and stand with fear and trembling. Alleluia.
Liturgy of St. James
The Chancel Choir (11:15 am)
Tyrone Webb, tenor, Zachary Brown, bass
At the Presentation,*
Hymn 95
Tune: Old Hundredth
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.
THE HOLY COMMUNION
The Lord be with you.
And also with you.
Lift up your hearts.
We lift them up to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give our thanks and praise.
It is right, and a good and joyful thing, always and everywhere to give thanks to you,
Almighty God, Creator of heaven and earth. You formed a covenant with us when
you led us out of slavery. When we broke that covenant you wrote a new one upon
our hearts; that you will be our God and we will be your people. The time will come
when you will forgive our iniquity and remember our sin no more. And so, with your
people on earth and all the company of heaven we praise your name and join their
unending hymn:
Sanctus*
† The people are seated.
Holy are you, and blessed is your Son Jesus Christ. He was put to death for our sins and
raised for our justification. By the baptism of his suffering, death, and resurrection you
gave birth to your Church, delivered us from slavery to sin and death, and made with us
a new covenant by water and the Spirit.
On the night in which he gave himself up for us, he took bread, gave thanks to you, broke
the bread, gave it to his disciples, and said: “Take, eat; this is my body which is given for
you. Do this in remembrance of me.”
When the supper was over he took the cup, gave thanks to you, gave it to his disciples,
and said: “Drink from this, all of you; this is my blood of the new covenant, poured
out for you and for many for the forgiveness of sins. Do this, as often as you drink it, in
remembrance of me.” And so, in remembrance of these your mighty acts in Jesus Christ,
we offer ourselves in praise and thanksgiving as a holy and living sacrifice, in union with
Christ’s offering for us, as we proclaim the mystery of faith.
Christ has died; Christ is risen; Christ will come again.
Pour out your Holy Spirit on us gathered here, and on these gifts of bread and wine.
Make them be for us the body and blood of Christ, that we may be for the world the
body of Christ, redeemed by his blood. By your Spirit make us one with Christ, one with
each other, and one in ministry to all the world, until Christ comes in final victory, and
we feast at his heavenly banquet. Through your Son Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit in
your holy Church, all honor and glory is yours, Almighty God, now and forever.
The Agnus Dei
At the Administration,
Choir Motet:
Agnus Dei, Requiem, Op. 9
Maurice Duruflé
(1902-1986)
Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world: grant them eternal rest.
Congregational Hymns,
269
365
Lord, Who Throughout These Forty Days
Grace Greater than Our Sin
Land of Rest
Moody
RESPONSE TO THE WORD
Invitation to Christian Discipleship
At the Invitation,*
Hymn 626
Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silence
Picardy
SENDING FORTH
Benediction*
Peace*
Minister
People
The peace of the Lord be always with you.
And also with you.
Response*
Tune: Hamburg
When I survey the wondrous cross on which the Prince of Glory died, my richest gain
I count but loss, and pour contempt on all my pride.
Choir and Congregation
Closing Voluntary
Lord of glory, who hast bought us Paul Manz
(1919-2009)
* Stand as you are able.
** Ushers will seat all those who are waiting.
Please turn off all pagers, cellular phones and similar devices while in the Sanctuary.
Hearing devices and large print hymnals are available in the Narthex from any member of our
usher team.
Following the service, Stephen Ministers are available in the chapel for prayer and support.
Please Welcome to our Church Community This Child Being Baptized Today:
Sophia Laurette Smith, born October 13, 2014, daughter of Abby and Brad Smith.
The Flowers on the Altar are Given to the Glory of God
In Loving Memory of: Walter J. Spencer, Jr. by Mr. and Mrs. W. Jesse Spencer and Beth, John, Jack and
Bridges Spencer.
In Loving Memory of: Genoa Schrader, C.E. Schrader, James Schrader and Arthur Schrader by Lisa, Dan,
Michael, Austin and Katherine Beale.
In Celebration of the Wedding of: Caroline Alex and West Cox
Altar Flowers: If you would like to make a donation in honor or in memory of a loved one, please contact
Linda Schutte at 770.329.2075.
Preaching:
Rev. Bill Britt, Senior Minister
Acts 8:26-31a
Liturgists:
Rev. Julie Wright,
, Rev. Karla Otroszko Daniel, Associate Minister,
Rev. Leslie Lyons Watkins, Associate Minister, Rev. Darren Hensley, Deacon,
Susan Marshall, Director of Spiritual Initiatives
Music:
Scott Atchison, Director of Music and Organist, Nicole Marane, Associate Director of
Music and Associate Organist, The Parish Choir, The Chancel Choir
New Traditions
Heritage Hall, 11:15 am
Rev. Thomas Martin,
Associate Minister
Sundays @ 5
Moore Chapel, 5:00 pm
Rev. Thomas Martin,
Associate Minister
Dakin Andone, Worship Leader
Announcements . March 8, 2015
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Today at PRUMC
Local Outreach
Special Offering for Murphy-Harpst
Murphy-Harpst is a safe-haven for abused and
neglected children, providing for basic needs, as
well as emotional and spiritual support. This UMC
ministry is often the saving grace of children who
have nowhere to turn. You may give by using the
card and envelope in today’s bulletin.
Spring Habitat for Humanity Build
Saturdays, Now - April 11, 8:00 am, Atlanta
Join one of our weekend construction teams this
spring to build a home for a deserving single mom
and her children. Age 16 and older. Volunteer at
www.prumc.org/register.
Fill the Pantry for BCM in March
Our annual food drive for BCM has begun! Please
take a bag from a volunteer after worship today.
Purchase items on the list attached and bring
groceries to bins in the Fellowship Hall. Thank you!
Mindfulness & Centering Prayer Workshop
Today, 5:00 pm, Hospitality Suite
Centering Prayer is a method of silent prayer which
opens the heart and mind to experiencing God’s
presence. Led by Roberta White. All are welcome
to attend. Details and registration at www.prumc.
org/lent.
Lenten Enrichment
UMW Lenten Service
Tuesday, March 10, 11:00 am, Moore Chapel
Respond to the call of Christ in a reflective prayer
service. Lunch to follow in the Hospitality Suite.
$10 for lunch. RSVP to [email protected].
Becoming C.S. Lewis with Tom Key
NEXT Sunday, March 15, 10:00 am, Sanctuary
Actor Tom Key discusses how adapting and
performing C.S. Lewis’ writings has chaged his life.
“I’m excited to share what it has been like to come to
know C.S. Lewis and to witness the transformative
power of such a life.” All are welcome to attend.
Passion of the Christ: Musical Stations of the Cross
Sunday, March 22, 7:00 pm, Sanctuary
Complete your Lenten journey by reliving the last
days of Christ through quiet, scripture, art, organ
improvisation and Gregorian chant. Scott Atchison,
gallery organ, Zachary Hemenway, chancel organ,
Men’s Schola, antiphons.
Family Lenten Journey
Wednesday, April 1, 5:30 - 7:00 pm, Grace Hall
Join us for a “Seder” meal shared around the dinner
tables and then journey together through the
events of Holy Week. Make your reservation at
www.prumc.org/register.
The Great Day of Service
Saturday, March 21, 8:00 am - 2:00 pm, Atlanta
Each year during Lent nearly 1,000 church
members and friends come together to help
others. Join us as we team up to make a difference
in our community through volunteer work. Visit
our tables today to learn more, select your project
and sign up. Or visit www.prumc.org/greatday!
Holy Week & Easter
Palm Sunday Festival Worship
Sunday, March 29, 8:45 & 11:15 am
Outdoor procession, special membership day,
guest instrumentalists and luncheon.
Holy Week Midday Services
March 30 - April 2, Moore Chapel/Grace Hall
12:05 pm Service | 12:35 pm Lunch
Maundy Thursday Choral Eucharist
Thursday, April 2, 7:00 pm, Sanctuary
Bill Britt preaching. PRUMC Chancel Choir.
Good Friday Community Worship
Friday, April 3, 12:00 pm, Wieuca Rd Baptist Church
Dock Hollingsworth preaching.
Easter Day Worship
Sunday, April 5, 2015
6:30 am Sunrise Service, Columbarium
8:15, 9:45 & 11:15 am Festival Worship, Sanctuary
Rev. Bill Britt preaching. Choirs & Brass.
Global Missions
Save the date and join us to help around the world!
March 22
Dogwood Shop Opens
April 11 - 17
Nicaragua Mission Trip
May 22 - 30
Georgia Mission (1 week)
May 22 - June 6 Georgia Mission (2 week)
May 29 - June 6 Georgia Mission (1 week)
Music & Arts
Summer Camps
The South City Winds Concert
Sunday, March 15, 5:00 pm, Heritage Hall
Enjoy an afternoon concert by this Atlanta based
wind quintet comprised of flute, oboe, clarinet,
bassoon, and horn.
PRUMC camp registration is now available at www.
prumc.org/register for:
University Choral Festival
Tuesday, March 24, 7:00 pm, Sanctuary
Choirs from University of Georgia, Emory and
Georgia State University perform.
VBS - June 22-25, 9:30 am to 12:30 pm
Children (4 yrs as of 6/1/15 - 4th grade) sing, craft,
share and play! 5th grade can be Youth helpers.
Coro Vocati Concert
Sunday, March 29, 5:00 pm, Sanctuary
Professionals present a concert of choral artistry.
Food & Fellowship
Order Easter Pies by March 20
Pick-up on Palm Sunday, March 29, Grace Hall
Bring home delicious Darden’s Delights pies for
Easter or Mother’s Day. Order forms located in the
kiosks or online at www.prumc.org/register.
Palm Sunday Luncheon
Sunday, March 29, 11:00 am to 1:00 pm
Baked ham, macaroni and cheese, deviled eggs,
green salad, rolls, dessert. $9 | $5 | $25 family.
Sunday Breakfast & Wednesday Meals
We proudly offer the following meals catered by
Joy Café: Sunday breakfast, Wednesday lunch and
Wednesday dinner. Menus at www.prumc.org.
Children & Families
March UMKF: Rock Climbing!
Sunday, March 15, 5:30 - 7:00 pm, Atlanta Rocks
3rd, 4th and 5th graders, join us for pizza and rock
climbing! Sign up at www.prumc.org. Download
required waiver at www.atlantarocks.com.
Family Lenten Journey (See Lenten Enrichment)
Wednesday, April 1, 5:30 - 7:00 pm, Grace Hall
Details at www.prumc.org/register.
Children’s Easter Egg Hunt Returns to the Hill’s!
Saturday, April 4, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm, 4950 Jett Rd
Hunts, pony rides, astrojumps & the Easter Bunny!
Mission Camp - June 8-10, 9:30 am to 1:00 pm
Children (completed K-5th) and their parents
serve others in our city.
Choir Camp - August 3 - 7, 9:30 am - 12:00 pm
Children age 4 (by Sept. 1) learn how to be part
of a choir through singing and crafts.
Students & Confirmation
Summer Mission Trip Registration
Detailed packets and registration available in the
Youth Lounge and online at www.prumc.org for:
High School Trip: June 14 - 21, Nicaragua
Middle School Trip: July 12 - 18, Asheville, NC
Student Retreats April 18 - 19
The guys are heading to Burge Plantation and the
girls to Camp Skyline! Save the date and look for
online registration coming soon.
Young Adults
SPM/ Young Adult Thursday Fellowship
Thursday, March 12, 6:30 - 8:30 pm, Ormsby’s
Catch up at this fun Atlanta spot! Contact Kevin
Culpepper at [email protected].
SPM/ Young Adult Easter Celebration
Sunday, April 5, 10:00 - 11:00 am, C210
Coffee, pastries and reflections on Easter.
Atlanta Food Bank - 20 Volunteers Needed!
Thursday, April 23, 6:00 pm, 732 Joseph E Lowery
Volunteer at www.prumc.org/register.
50 Plus
The Preschool Carnival Caper
Saturday, April 18, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm, PRUMC
Games, crafts and plenty of food and fun!
Football Hall of Fame Tour
Tuesday, March 10, Depart at 9:30 am, $35
Visit a lasting tribute to the game, and its legends!
Contact Julie Gohring at 404.240.8332 or julieg@
prumc.org.
Baby Day is April 19!
If you have welcomed a new baby into your family
between 3/1/14 and 2/28/15 visit www.prumc.org/
register to RSVP for presentation and brunch.
Transitions Conference with Jamie Jenkins
March 12, 9:00 am – 3:00 pm, Dunwoody UMC
To register or for more information contact Julie
Wright at 404.240.8203 or [email protected].
Welcome!
Welcome to Peachtree Road United Methodist
Thank you for worshiping with us today! We are grateful for your presence and invite you to participate in our
worship, program and service life here at Peachtree Road. Our hope is to make a warm, caring community that you
can call home. To keep up with PRUMC events, services and more we invite you to visit us at www.prumc.org, find
us on Facebook, and follow us on Twitter. You may also sign up to receive our weekly E.newsletter by using the red
pads in the pews.
Calendar
Come Worship
Try one of our many worship offerings! The hour
you spend here will help you refocus and refresh
your faith, which will carry you through the week!
8:45 am
Traditional Worship
9:00 am
Holy Communion
11:15 am
Traditional Worship
11:15 am
New Traditions
11:15 am
Worship & Praise
5:00 pm
Sundays @ 5
Today
5:00 pm
Centering Prayer Workshop
Mar 10
9:30 am
11:00 am
50+ Football Hall of Fame
UMW Prayer Service
Mar 12
9:00 am
50+ Transitions Workshop
Mar 15
10:00 am
5:00 pm
Becoming C.S. Lewis (Tom Key)
South City Winds Concert
Mar 20
Easter Pie Order Deadline
If You Are New
Mar 21
8:00 am
Great Day of Service
Childcare is available in our nursery for children
ages 6 weeks to 2 years each Sunday.
Mar 22
9:30 am
7:00 pm
Dogwood Shop Open
Musical Stations of the Cross
Mar 24
7:00 pm
Education for all ages is held at 10:00 am each
Sunday. Please ask an ambassador for more
information.
University Choral Festival
Mar 29
11:00 am
5:00 pm
Palm Sunday
Congregational Luncheon
Coro Vocati Concert
The Choir always welcomes new members! Contact
Scott Atchison at [email protected].
Mar 30 - Apr 2
12:05 pm
12:35 pm
Holy Week
Chapel Service
Lunch
Apr 1
5:30 pm
Family Lenten Journey
Visitor and New Member Orientation
Are you visiting or new to Peachtree Road? We invite
you to attend our Winter Orientation Classes to learn
more about our church campus, congregation and
community. To learn more, please contact Mimi
Brunson at 404.240.8221 or [email protected].
Joining Peachtree Road
New Members are welcomed into the congregation during our Sunday morning worship services, at 8:45 or
11:15 am. You may:
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Transfer from another Methodist church
Transfer from another denomination
Join for the first time on Confession of Faith
For more information please contact Mimi Brunson at 404.240.8221 or [email protected].