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worry until midnight and from then on I let God worry. Louis Guanella of the Servants of Charity (1842-1915) Congregations parts in dark type. Leaders parts in light type. w Please stand for parts indicated by stars w

Music for Meditation and Inspiration Welcome and BRIEF Announcements, Attendance

Family Matters

(Forms are in the seat pockets if you wish to write out a Joy or Prayer Request. Place the forms in the offering basketrequests are read aloud during the Prayers.)

Gather in Gods Presence

Enter Gods gates with thanksgiving and praise! (Psalm 100)

Gathering Music Call to Worship

Come, Ye Thankful People, Come

Elvey/Larson

Pastoral Greeting Invitation to Join in the Life of the Community wEntrance Hymn No. 439 (stanzas 1,2). . . . . . . . . . . A Mighty Fortress is Our God wGathering Prayer: (Mozarabic Sacramentary, 6th century; alt.) One: Though God is ever creating the new and providing for the beloved, we affirm we are never exempt from doing our part in actively participating in the works of creation, for which we pray in peace to the Lord: All: God of Life, strength of the weak and sustainer of the faithful: May the hope which you have given be our consolation in distress, as it will fill us with glory in the day of our rejoicing; Through your mercy, O God, who is blessed and who lives and governs all things, unto eternity, who hears our songs of joy: wSong of Joy. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Glory to the Creator
(tune Greatorex, at No. 759) 509 County Road 468 Fruitland Park, Florida 34731 352-365-2662 ! office@pucc.info www.pucc.info

The Service for the Lords Day

10:00 a.m., 17 November 2013 Thirty-third Sunday of the Year Ron Freyer Nicholas, Presiding Bobbi Polhamus, Liturgist

Glory to the Creator, the Christ, the Holy Spirit, Three-in-One; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen. Amen!
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Receive Gods Word

Hear, O Israel, the Lord our God is the One, the Only God. (Deuteronomy 6)

Scripture from the Prophet. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Isaiah 65:17-25 Psalm Hymn No. 417. . . . . . . . . . . . . . This is a Day of New Beginnings (Isaiah 12) Scripture from the Apostle.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Thessalonians 3:6-13 wGospel Acclamation No. 236. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Jamaican Halleluja wScripture from the Gospel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Luke 21:5-19 Sermon.. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Working on Gods New Thing

One: May our prayer and blessing go forth from this placeaccompanying these shawls and these bears All: that each recipient will know that there are those who care and who pray daily for hope, for healing, for perseveranceand that we are those people. One: We pray in Jesus Name, and by your Sprit, and let us all say: All: AMEN. Presentation of Gods Tithes and Our Offerings & Prayer Requests: Invitation to Give A Gift of Music Listen to the People Singing

Choplin

Respond with Thanksgiving

In the midst of the congregation, I will praise you, O Lord! (Psalm 22)

wDedication Song & Prayer. . . . . . . . Praise God from Whom All Blessings Flow
(tune Lasst Uns Erfreuen, at No. 27)

wDiscipleship Hymn No. 598. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . On River Jordans Banks I Stand wRite for Blessing Prayer Shawls and Bears: (Pilgrims Rite, 2006)
Shawls have been distributed throughout the Sanctuary. Members of the congregation are invited to reach out to the nearest shawl, laying hands on it during the following prayer.)

Praise God, from Whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Alleluia! Alleluia! You hosts of heaven join the song! Let all creation sing along! O praise God! O praise Christ! Praise the Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Prayers of the Congregation: Intercessions, Thanksgivings, and Our Lords Prayer (Sins) Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name. Your kingdom come, your will be done on earth, as in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. Forgive us our sins, as we forgive those who sin against us. Save us from the time of trial, and deliver us from evil. For the kingdom, the power, and the glory are yours now and forever. Amen

One: All your works praise you, O God, All: And all who work faithfully in your Name bless you. One: Continued blessing we ask, O God, for those hearts and hands that fashion these shawls and these bears, All: For your glory and honor this work is done. May this work continue in true faithfulness and love. One: A blessing we ask and make, O God, on these shawls and bears, All: That those who receive and use them may know the warmth and constancy of your love, and the love of those who love you. One: Let us pray. (Silence) Eternal and Loving God, who created us with arms to give a holy embrace, to hold each other in love and warmth, who gave us hands to reach out to each other and to fashion works of love: All: As these bears and shawls were fashioned, every strand added with a prayer for hope and healing, may they now become an outpouring of your love; that each shawl and bear become a reminder and a promise of your abiding presence, and hope, not only for this life but for life eternal.

Go Forth in Gods Name

Lead me, O Lord, in your uprightness...make your way straight before me! (Psalm 5)

wDeparting Hymn No. 439 (stanzas 3,4). . . . . . . . . . A Mighty Fortress is Our God wPastoral Blessing wDeparting Alleluia No. 765 wDeparting Music Soon and Very Soon Crouch/Schrader Please greet each other with the Peace of Christ
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Our November Missions Partner

Christian Higher Education The United Church of Christ Council for Higher Education celebrates the 34 colleges, academies, and universities and the 15 seminaries and theological schools that are related to the UCC by history and close ties. This month we honor students and teachers, mentors and friends of those in schools everywhere and at every level of study. From grammar school to community college, from UCC-related to state university system, from Sunday School to adult studies: faith and learning go together. A soulful education is an adventure to find and share a sense of place with all people in the world. When our churches and denominational settings and related agencies seek trained and competent leadership, we usually look first to those whose life experience includes study in a UCC-related educational institution. Each time our congregation seeks pastoral leadership, we recall the high importance of finding someone who is not only passionate and caring, but who has also received a sound education which includes grounding in UCC history, doctrine, practice, and ethos. Truly, our support of UCC-related educational institutions, particularly our seminaries and theological schools, is an exercise in enlightened self-interest. Every dollar we contribute helps ensure that we identify, educate, and train our next generation of leaders, not only for our church, but for every setting and agency of the UCC. This year, this offering will be divided between Eden Theological Seminary, St. Louis, MO, and Andover Newton Theological School, Newton Centre, MA. Please make your check to PUCC and mark the memo on your check November Missions Offering or Higher Education Offering.

Council Communiqu
Monday, October 21, after the opening prayer, the members of council were treated to delicious desserts prepared by Cindy Ober of Cindys Decadent Desserts. Cindy has worked for 30 years for Publix in their bakery department before recently starting her own business. Cindys presence was at the request of Peg Lindsey, Pastor Ron, and me. The purpose was to explain her situation and request permission to use our commercial kitchen on week days to bake her Decadent Desserts. As this arrangement would be of mutual benefit to a young lady struggling to start a small business and to Pilgrims due to specific donations and property improvements made to our kitchen, Council gave their approval pending assurance by the Lake County Tax Collector that this would not affect our not for profit tax situation. Pastor Ron has prepared a For-profit Space Usage Agreement and Cindy and our Treasurer, Peg Lindsey, will be going directly to the Tax Collector in the next few days for a ruling. Our normal business meeting started at 11:00 a.m. We approved the September 9 minutes and regular reports. Several of our ministry elders were not present, but Worship reported that they will be meeting next Sunday after church. The only committee report that was made was Building and Grounds. Thanks to Donna Fielding, we have been using Chuck, a local handy man, who is saving us mucho dinero because he can do small maintenance jobs for us. We reported on the progress of the Ham & Bean Supper, Trash and Treasure sale, Ad Hoc Decoration Committee, and Susie Patricks appointment to the Leesburg Food Bank Board. As part of their new Rental Agreement signed October 1, 2013 Restoration Fellowship has agreed to mow and clean up our entrance on the second Saturday of each month. Finally, Council decided that even though we are not required to provide Workers Compensation to Mary, it would be pennywise and pound foolish not to do so. NEXT COUNCIL MEETING MON, NOV 18, 10 AM. EVERYONE WELCOME.

(Photo: Chapel scene at Andover Newton.)

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This Weeks Prayer List

Mona Anderson, Darci Ashley, Cordelia Bakka, Glenn Ball, Leslie Bolinger, Constance Brodeur, Carolyn Cartmell, Mary Cavanagh, Sr.,Robert Ewing, Mark Ferman, Brad & Joyce Foster, Annell Gillow, Bill Frye, Debbie Horn, Suzanne Matthews, Carrell & Mittie Ann McNulty, Bruce Mason, Frank Novack, Alice & Frank Pilger, William Royal, Clark Schlosser, and Rachel Zulauf.

This Week on Mulberry Street

TODAY: 8:30 a.m., Choir Rehearsal. 10:00 a.m., Welcome and Family Matters. 10:10 a.m., Worship. Fellowship follows in the Hall. TOMORROW: 10:00 a.m., Church Council Meets in the Library. 2014 Budget Proposal TUESDAY: WEDNESDAY: 4:30 p.m., Social Justice Movie Night: Pete Seeger: The Power of Music and the peace movement of the 60s and 70s. With food ($5-6) and discussion. THURSDAY: FRIDAY: Noon. Staff meeting. SATURDAY:

Announcements
Todays bulletins are given by Dottie Usher in memory of her husband Doug, and son Rick. Assistive Listening Devices are available from the Ushers at the back table. If you need a hearing device, please ask an Usher. Pastors Discretionary Fund depends on your loose change. Save your nickels, dimes, and quarters during the month and remember to bring them in on the First Sunday of each month as a Communion Offering. If youd rather drop in a check instead, make it to PUCC and mark the memo line Pastors Discretionary Fund. Bucks for Cuts is a way to help cover the cost of keeping our grounds well-maintained. If you have an extra $1 bill in your pocket on the THIRD Sunday of each month, please drop it in the offering basket.

Looking Ahead
NEXT SUNDAY, Reign of Christ, Last Sunday of the Year: 8:30 a.m., Choir Rehearsal. 10:00 a.m., Welcome and Worship. Jeremiah 23:1-6. Luke 1:68-79. Colossians 1:11-20. Luke 23:33-43. Christ the Ikon of God. Tuesday, Nov. 26, 11 a.m., Worship Ministry and helpers set up for Hanging Greens. Thursday, Nov. 28, Thanksgiving Day. Office Closed. Friday, Nov. 29, Office closed. Sunday, Dec 1, First Sunday of Advent. Hanging the Greens. 3 pm, Central Florida Master Choir Concert with the New Moon String Ensemble, First United Methodist Church, 1126 East Silver Springs Boulevard Ocala, FL 34470. Featuring Vivaldis Gloria, and the debut of McSwains Go Tell It on the Mountain. Sunday, Dec 8, following worship. Congregational Annual Budget Meeting.

The order for worship, according to our customary use, is adapted from Service of Word and Sacrament I and/or II in The New Century Hymnal ( The Pilgrim Press, 1995), pp. 1-20, and/or services in Book of Worship United Church of Christ ( UCC, 1986). Other texts from the Book of Common Worship ( 1993, Westminster/John Knox), or And Also With You, Year C ( 1994, Order of Saint Luke). Indicated music or texts, reprinted under OneLicense.net #A-712427. Used by permission.

Rev. Ronal K. Freyer Nicholas, OSL Pastor and Teacher pastor@pucc.info Dr. Catherine Thiedt Choir Director choir@pucc.info A. Kay Carlson Pianist pianist@pucc.info

Rev. Robert Van Valkenburg Pastoral Associate Emeritus associate@pucc.info Shirley Lamb Organist organist@pucc.info Mary Cavanagh Secretary/Custodian secretary@pucc.info

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