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January 14, 2017
“Blessed are the pure in heart for they will see God.”
Announcements and Ministry Opportunities
*Call to Worship – One Day (When We All Get to Heaven) – (See Ivory Insert)
Musical Meditation
Introit “I Was Glad” Chancel Choir
Responsive Reading: Psalm 139
Leader: “You have searched me, LORD, and you know me. You know when I sit and
when I rise; you perceive my thoughts from afar.”
People: “Where can I go from your Spirit? Where can I flee from your presence? If
I go up to the heavens, you are there; if I make my bed in the depths, you are
there.”
Leader: “For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s
womb. I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works
are wonderful, I know that full well.”
People: “How precious to me are your thoughts, God! How vast is the sum of them!
Were I to count them, they would outnumber the grains of sand— when I
awake, I am still with you.”
Leader: “Search me, God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious
thoughts.”
People: “See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting.”
*Hymn of Praise No. 542 “When We All Get to Heaven”
*Opening Prayer/Lord’s Prayer
*Greeting One Another
Children’s Moment Courtney Johnson
Ministry Moment Winter Blues Buster Workshop
Offertory
*Doxology
*Prayer of Dedication
Praises and Testimonies to God’s Faithfulness
Call to Prayer No. 335 “Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus” By: Helen H. Lemmel
Verse 1: O soul are you weary and troubled? No light in the darkness you see?
There's light for a look at the Savior, and life more abundant and free!
Chorus: Turn your eyes upon Jesus, Look full in His wonderful face,
And the things of earth, will grow strangely dim,
In the light of His glory and grace.
© Public Domain
Pastoral Prayer
Anthem (10:45 Service) “I Will Heal Their Land” Chancel Choir
Sermon Scripture: (page 1626 in Pew Bible) Luke 16:19-31
Sermon “LIFE Vision: Dr. Kurt Busiek
What Jesus Taught About Heaven and Hell”
Hymn of Commitment No. 330 “Only Trust Him
*Benediction “God Be With You ‘Til We Meet Again”
*Postlude
As you leave, greet one person you do not know.
*All able, please stand
CHURCH ACTIVITIES FOR THIS WEEK Today: 8:30 a.m. and 10:45 a.m. Worship Services / 9:30 a.m. Sunday School for all ages
12:00 p.m. Mission Lunch – Fellowship Hall
6:00 p.m. Youth Life Group at Jacob Britton’s House
Monday-January 15
10:30 a.m. Mid-Ohio Valley Combating Addiction with Grace Meeting in the Parlor
12:00 p.m. Women’s Bible Study in the Conference Room
1:00 p.m. Knitting Group in the Crusader Room
6:30 p.m. Debbie Myers Circle in the Conference Room
Tuesday-January 16
9:00 a.m. Mothers of Preschoolers in the Fellowship Hall
10:00 a.m. Book by Book Bible Series: Isaiah 1-39: Isaiah’s Prophetic Message of
Judgment and Hope
6:00 p.m. DivorceCare in the Parlor
Wednesday-January 17
10:30 a.m. Staff Meeting
5:00 p.m. Dinner
6:00 p.m. Book by Book Bible Series: Isaiah 1-39: Isaiah’s Prophetic Message of
Judgment and Hope, Awana, Youth, Chancel Choir Rehearsal
7:00 p.m. Men’s Support Group in the Parlor
Thursday-January 18
8:00 a.m. Men’s Breakfast at Bob Evans in the Traffic Circle
6:00 p.m. Breaking Free Recovery Group
7:00 p.m. Girls Life Group at the Delgados
Friday-January 19
Saturday-January 20
Service radios to assist the hearing impaired are available for your use in the
Sanctuary. If you are interested, an usher would be happy to assist you.
We’re on the radio Sunday morning on FM 93.9 AT 9:30. Listen & tell a friend. The program
includes a broadcast of the previous week’s sermon and special music.
Follow us on Facebook! Look up Emmanuel Baptist Church Parkersburg for regular updates
from the church and check out our family ministry group page at:
facebook.com/groups/EmmanuelBaptistChurchWVStudents
Emmanuel Baptist Church 1710 - 23rd Street
Parkersburg, WV 26101 (304) 485-5171
www.ebcwv.com
ACCOUNTING OF OUR STEWARDSHIP FOR 1/7/18
General Fund $7,980.72 Designated Funds:
Missions $ 906.90 Debt Reduction ......... $865.00 RMMO ............... $50.00
Maint. Fund $ 181.38 Benevolence Fund ..... $232.00 Memorials .......... $45.00
Total $9,069.00 Necessity Closet .......... $25.00
Attendance last week: Sunday School: 66; 8:30 a.m.: 17; 10:45 a.m.: 160
Put a Star by your name on the attendance book if you have invited someone to church or
have spoken to someone about his/her salvation.
Last week was a 1 star Sunday
On Line Giving Please use the following link for on-line giving:
https://emmanuelbaptistchurchwv2.cloverdonations.com/EBC-donations/.
January 14 Matthew Casto, Steve McClain
15 Geno Beaty, Angela Hissam
18 Carol Durnell, Jane Graham
19 Allee Delgado, Kathy Harrison, Jacob Hensley,
Tommy Jamison, Leslie McHenry
20 Thaddeus Britton, Billie Jamison, Parker Lee,
Josh Roberts, Dorothy Satterfield
21 Maria Delgado, Adam Phillips
January Ushers & Greeters
Ushers: 8:30 a.m. Evan Frees
10:45 a.m. Buck Johnson, Brett Lemley, Delbert Casto, John Shreeves
Greeter: Deanie Kendall and Maridor Keck
Salvation Army Meal Ministry Serving Teams Today: Chase Bank Next Week: EBC Youth
If you’re a GUEST at Emmanuel, we want to welcome you to
our church. If you would like to know more about Emmanuel or if you
have questions about the Christian faith, fill out a white pew card and
place it in the offering plate. There is a green guest bag at the guest table
in the narthex that you can pick up when you leave. If you continue to attend Emmanuel,
we will invite you to attend one of our quarterly guest lunches where you can meet our
staff and learn more about our ministry. If you have questions, please contact our Guest
Coordinator, Barb Kirsch (304 482 2942 / [email protected]) or Pastor Kurt
Busiek (304 485 5171 / [email protected]).
Greeting One Another During the Flu Season If you have been sick with the flu, if you are recovering, or if you are
concerned about getting sick, we would encourage you to refrain from
shaking hands during our time of greeting. Fist bumps or forearm
touches are good alternatives to the traditional Baptist handshake!
Mission Lunch – Today This summer, Elissa and Rachel Filozof will be serving in
Appalachia and at the US/ Mexico border, respectively. In order to
raise funds for their week-long trips, they are hosting a mission
lunch following the 10:45 service today. The menu will include
chicken or beef tacos, rice and beans, and two types of dessert. The lunch is free of charge,
but donations toward these trips are welcomed. Thank you for your continued support and
prayers! We hope to see you there!
Donations for Old Man Rivers If you would like to help the Old Man River’s ministry, the following non-
perishable food items are needed in their food pantry: canned vegetables,
canned fruit, soup, macaroni and cheese, peanut butter, crackers, noodles,
etc. They appreciate the donations from the community that help them serve
others.
Valentine Request We are once again this year collecting items for a Valentine’s Day Party for
the Weirton Christian Center. Items needed include: Valentine cards, “Little
Debbie” snack cakes, cups, napkins, cake mixes and icing and candy. We
need the items in the church office no later than Thursday, February 8.
Thanks for supporting the center, they always appreciate our help.
Sermon Notes: January 14, 2017
Title: “LIFE Vision: What Jesus Taught About Heaven and Hell”
Scripture: Luke 16:19-31
Speaker: Rev. Dr. Kurt Busiek
“The time came when the beggar died and the angels carried him to Abraham’s side. The
rich man also died and was buried. In Hades, where he was in torment, he looked up and
saw Abraham far away, with Lazarus by his side.” Luke 16:22-23
Lectionary Readings for this Week To encourage your personal study and growth,
here is the listing of the Lectionary Scripture Readings for
Sunday, January 14: Second Sunday after Epiphany
1 Samuel 3:1-20, 1 Corinthians 6:12-20, John 1:43-51, Psalm 139:1-5, 12-17
The Marriage Course Couples are invited to invest in their relationship by being our guests at
The Marriage Course! The 7 sessions of this course start on
February 2, 2018 and run from 6:00-8:00 pm. Each session is a
“Dinner Theatre Style” date. Couples dine privately at their own "table-
for-two" in a relaxed, intimate environment while they view - then
privately discuss - excellent videos on marriage. This wonderful Course
has been held for years throughout the world. Now, we are able to offer it here in the
Conference Room of Emmanuel Baptist Church! Onsite childcare can be arranged. All
program and meal expenses are included in the $40.00 (per couple) cost of the complete
course. Only $40 for 7 dinner dates (workbooks included)!! Please call the church at
(304)-485-5171 and reserve early as the course is limited to 10 couples. For information,
contact Keith and Eileen Mayer at (304)-834-2563 or keithandeileen1221@gmail. This
course builds stronger relationships whether you are happily married or considering
marriage. Marriage is valuable and investing in it is important!
Rebuilding West Virginia Families Would you be interested in assisting WV families rebuild who were impacted
by the flash floods of 2016? We have an opportunity to send a team to nearby
counties. The clean-up faze is over and experienced workers are needed to
help get families back into their homes. If you are available for 1, 2, 3, or 4
days we could use you on the team. Tentative dates are in early March,
pending approval and availability. Please contact Margaret Frees for more
information 304 489-2745. Sign up in today’s bulletin if you would like to help with this
mission.
Annual Meeting – January 17 Join us on Wednesday, January 17 at 6:00 p.m. in the Chapel as we
look at the Annual Report and discuss items that involve the life of
our church.
Debbie Myers Circle Meeting – January 15 The Debbie Myers Circle will meet on Monday, January 15 at
6:30 p.m. in the Conference Room.
~ Evening Service Will Resume in April ~
~ Sunday LIFE/Crusader Class at 9:30 a.m. ~ Pastor Busiek: Book by Book Bible Series: Isaiah 1-39:
Isaiah’s Prophetic Message of Judgment and Hope
~ Monday Women’s Bible Study – 12:00 p.m. in the Conference Room ~
~ Tuesday Bible Study at 10:00 a.m. in the Parlor ~ Pastor Busiek: Book by Book Bible Series: Isaiah 1-39:
Isaiah’s Prophetic Message of Judgment and Hope
~ Wednesday Night Bible Study in the Chapel ~ Pastor Busiek: Book by Book Bible Series: Isaiah 1-39:
Isaiah’s Prophetic Message of Judgment and Hope
NOTES FOR THOSE WITH CHILDREN: NURSERY/TODDLERS Birth–age 2: childcare available for Sunday School
and Worship. DURING 10:45 A.M. WORSHIP (following the Children’s
Moment) children are invited to attend: PRESCHOOL (2, 3 and 4 years old);
or CHILDREN’S WORSHIP (K-5th grades). After worship, preschool children wait for an
adult in their classroom; Children's Worship is in the Children’s Chapel on the 2nd floor of
the educational building.
CHURCH STAFF Senior Pastor ............................................................................................ Dr. Kurt W. Busiek
Family Life Pastor. ............................................................................... Mr. Jonathan Delgado
Director of Music Ministry ....................................................................... Mrs. Pam McClain
Organist/Pianist ................................................................................. Ms. Christine Redmond
Director of Children’s Ministry .......................................................... Mrs. Rowena Sizemore
Pianists .......................................... Mrs. Pat Barnes, Mrs. Karen Cox, Mrs. Beverly Walkup
Secretary ....................................................................................................... Ms. Terri Fielder
Church Cook ................................................................................................. Mrs. Jewel Lusk
Treasurer .......................................................................................................... Mr. Gary Beall
Visual Worship Coordinator ................................................................... Mrs. Bekah Brooks
Custodian ...........................................................................................................Mr. Gary Barr
EBC e-mails ~ [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
[email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
Website ~ www.ebcwv.com Phone number ~ 304-485-5171 Fax ~ 304-485-5194
Please place in the offering plate or turn into church office.
Name____________________________________Phone________________
Wednesday Night Dinner @ 5:00 p.m.
Please sign up by noon on Tuesday; for a carryout, call by noon on Wednesday.
NOTE: If school is cancelled due to inclement weather, dinner and
programs are cancelled as well.
Menu: Spaghetti, Salad,
Texas Toast and Dessert
Cost: Adults: $4.00 Children 12 and Under: $2.50
($13 max. per immediate family)
Number: Adults_________ Children_________ Carryout________
Winter Blues Buster – Saturday, January 27
Name:________________________________________________
Phone No: ____________________________________________
Number:__________________
Rebuilding West Virginia Families (in early March)
Name:________________________________________________
Phone No: ____________________________________________
Come Join a Two Day Trip to Sight and Sound Theatre in
Lancaster, PA – April 5 & 6 We have booked a private two day motor coach tour to
Lancaster, Pa on April 5th and 6th, 2018 with C.L. Tours,
LLC. We will be able to take 32-34 folks, restroom
equipped, first come first serve. You will have one night
lodging, double (2 per room), one breakfast at our hotel,
reserved seating for “JESUS” at Sight and Sound
Theatre. We will have a 3- hour guided tour on the
second day before heading home. We will have the
services of an on board CL Tours escort.
The price is $279.00 per person double room (2 per room). We must pay in full no later
than March 1, 2018. We are asking for a deposit of $50 per person when you sign up in
the office. This tour will be closed when we reach 34 folks. Please sign up early so we
know if we need to open this up to folks from other churches. IF YOU HAVE ANY
QUESTIONS PLEASE CALL JAN ASHWELL OR BARBARA KIRSCH.
Better Together Life Group Donations The Better Together Life Group is trying to put some healthy foods in the
backpacks for the students at Criss Elementary School. If you would like to
help with supplies or a monetary donation, please contact Jane Hulce or
Laraine Metheny.
The 2018 Flower Calendar is Up The 2018 Flower Calendar is on the receptionist’s office window. If you
would like to provide flowers for our worship services to the Glory of God
or in honor or memory of a loved one, please sign up on this calendar. These
flowers are a beautiful enhancement to our worship service.
Giving Envelopes for 2018 Giving Envelopes for 2018 are available on a table in the narthex. If we
have ordered giving envelopes for you and you no longer use envelopes in
your giving, please let us know. Also, if there are not envelopes made for
you and you need them, please add your name to the list that is on the
table and envelopes will be provided for you.
2018 Board of Ministry
Church Officers Moderator Dale Lowther
Vice Moderator Charles Matthews
Church Clerk Jane Hulce
Treasurer Gary Beall
Assistant Treasurer
Financial Secretary Diana Johnson
Assistant Financial Secretary Randy Halterman
Sunday School Superintendent Maria Keen
Members at Large Facilities Jeff Evans 2020
Financial Development Charles Matthews 2019
Children’s Ministry Jennifer Schoenhut 2018
Youth Ministry Joe Britton 2020
Adult Ministry Judy Prater 2018
Mission Ed, Ministry Development Margaret Frees 2019
Music Pat Barnes 2018
Leadership Development/Enlist. Earl Johnson 2019
Fellowship Beth Simpers 2020
Diaconate Rep To be determined in January
Diaconate Jane Hulce 2018 Jon Cox 2018
Sue Casto 2018 Rich Shawver 2018
Mona Busiek 2018 Earl Hulce 2018
Sandra Johnston 2019 David Brooks 2019
Melissa Davis 2019 Dwayne Porter 2019
Jan Ashwell 2019 Ken Barton 2019
Diana Johnson 2020 Dave McCue 2020
Christa Raitz 2020 Delbert Casto 2020
Jo Ann Boggs 2020 John Shreeves 2020
Staff Relations Joe Bolian 2018
Diana Johnson 2019
Brian Raitz 2020
Winter Blues Buster Workshop – Saturday, January 27 The Adult/Health Ministry Team is presenting another workshop to help us
all improve our “Healthy Emmanuel” bodies, minds, and spirits! Mark your
calendars. Come and bring a friend!
SPECIAL GUESTS: Josh Sowards and Chef Jason Oestereicher
WHO: Teens and adults
WHEN: Saturday, January 27, 2018 TIME: 10:00AM - 12:30PM
WHERE: EBC Fellowship Hall
WHY: Keep us focused on improving ourselves as God’s people
FEATURING: Devotions, discussions, light exercising, preparing & eating a
healthy lunch
RESERVATIONS: Sign-up in today’s bulletin.
Combating Addiction with Grace Meeting – January 15
This Monday, January 15, at 10:30 a.m. in the Parlor,
Emmanuel will be hosting the monthly meeting of the
Mid-Ohio Valley Combating Addiction with Grace
Coalition. We are discussing ways that churches and
Christians can be more effective in raising awareness and
offering healing and hope in the midst of the overdose
crisis in our community. Anyone interested in knowing
more is welcome to attend.
Kroger Community Rewards If you would like to support Emmanuel through your Kroger purchases,
you can call 1-800-853-3033 and a customer service person will help
you. Or you go to Kroger.com. If you don't have a Kroger account,
create an account. Then sign into your account. Find "Community" in
the header, scroll down and click on "Kroger Community Rewards."
Then click on "View Your Community Rewards Details." You'll see your
Personal Information and then Community Rewards. If Emmanuel Baptist, Parkersburg,
WV is not designated, you'll click on "Edit." Search for Emmanuel and designate it.
Emmanuel's organization number is: 87326.
“One Day (When We All Get to Heaven)” By Beth Redman | Eliza Edmunds Stites Hewitt | Leonard Jarman | Matt Redman
Verse 1: One day You'll make everything new, Jesus,
One day You will bind every wound,
The former things shall all pass away,
No more tears.
Verse 2: One day You'll make sense of it all, Jesus,
One day every question resolved,
Every anxious thought left behind,
No more fear.
Chorus: When we all get to heaven,
What a day of rejoicing that will be.
When we all see Jesus,
We'll sing and shout the victory.
Verse 3: One day we will see face to face, Jesus,
Is there a greater vision of grace,
And in a moment we shall be changed,
On that day.
Verse 4: And one day we'll be free, free indeed, Jesus,
One day all this struggle will cease,
And we will see Your glory revealed,
On that day.
(Repeat Chorus 2x)
Verse 5: Yes, one day we will see face to face, Jesus,
Is there a greater vision of grace,
And in a moment we shall be changed,
Yes in a moment we shall be changed,
In a moment we shall be changed,
On that day
(Repeat Chorus)
Ending: We'll sing and shout the victory.
© Said And Done Music (Admin. by Capitol CMG Publishing)
Used by permission CCLI #79638
Emmanuel Prayer Page A long term prayer list is in the narthex with prayer concerns.
Ministry of the Week: Judy Prater, Adult Ministry
Person of the Week: Jean Beatty, 3317 3rd Avenue, Parkersburg,
WV 26101-6303
College Student: Tristen Beha, 165 Amanda Lane, Parkersburg, WV
26104
JD & Rhonda Reed, c/o Mark & Valma Adams, 65 Brook Circle,
Washington, WV 26181. Email: [email protected] or rhonda.reed@
internationalministries.org. JD and Rhonda are currently serving in Bolivia.
We Praise/Thank God for: The flowers on the chancel this morning are given in
honor of the 62nd Wedding Anniversary of Ray and Jewel Lusk. There is a yellow rose
for each family member. Jim Backus has a new great-granddaugher. Adaline Josephine
Frady was born Jan. 3 to Chris and Nancy Backus Frady. Grandparents are Joe and
Carolyn Backus. A thank you note from Vandy Middle School..."Thank you for giving
our choirs the chance to perform at Emmanuel during the Christmas season and at your
Christmas dinner. You're the best." Cody Ratliff and the Vandy Choirs. David and Jan
Drennon are close to selling their home in Parkersburg and are beginning to work on their
new home in New Philadelphia, OH... they are thankful for God's blessings. Charlotte
Dye, Jean Nordeck’s sister in law, is doing much better in Indiana; the new ministry
leaders at Emmanuel as they begin a new year; we started the new year with positive
Deacons, Board of Ministry and Church Safety and Facility meetings.
Our EBC Family Concerns: (RAH-recovering at home)
Pat Abdo, Mona Busiek’s mom, is in a new rehab facility; for continued healing. (1/7)
Donna Ayers, friend of Joyce Ault, will resume her chemo in January. (12/17)
Gary Barr has not been feeling well. Pray for healing and peace. (12/24)
Tim Billings, Melissa Davis' father, is struggling in his battle with pancreatic cancer. Pray
for Melissa and the family as they provide care. (12/17)
Linda Brunicardi, Jean Farrah's daughter, is recovering at home from a recent surgery.
Wayne Casto is recovering at home after stent surgery. (12/17)
Some church families are struggling and requesting prayers for healing and hope. Some
church members that who are daily fighting an addiction to drugs & alcohol. (10/22)
Emily Derenberger was in CC this week being treated for sepsis. (1/14)
Carolyn Duncan is recovering from knee surgery. (12/17)
Lori Frees continues to adjust to living and working in US after 7 years in Cambodia.
Rachel Garrison, Jane Powell’s daughter, is pregnant and struggling with gall bladder
disease. After she has her baby, she will have gall bladder surgery. (11/19)
Marisa Gentry is working with her doctor to develop a thyroid treatment plan. (12/17)
Randy and Suzanne Halterman will be traveling to England this week, (1/14)
Bill Holbert is recovering after having heart procedures done in Marietta and Columbus.
Diana Hogan, the daughter of a friend of Brenda Wheeler, has been diagnosed with a
brain tumor. (1/14)
Debbie Huffman, Rodney and Pam Wharton's daughter, is looking at hand surgery
options.
John and Blanche Kitson, John's parents, just moved from NJ to FL to live with John's
sister. (1/14)
Jean Lawrence, John Sprague’s mother, is struggling with poor health at her home.
Pastor John Lowther of St. John UMC in Vienna is battling recurring cancer. (1/14)
Tom Malson will have a thyroid biopsy on Jan. 24. (1/14)
Barbara Mason, friend of Brenda Wheeler, is in CC for tests. (1/7)
Ray Powell, Jeannie Boyd's brother, is struggling with pneumonia. Jeannie is in Baltimore
to provide support. (1/14)
John Raitz, Brian’s uncle, is struggling with poor health in OH. (12/24)
Tammy Reynolds is dealing with on-going chemo; pray for healing. (12/24)
Dorothy Satterfield is RAH after having some respiratory tests run at the hospital. (12/31)
Snowie Sayre-104, Jim’s mother, is being cared for by Jim and Pat in her home. (11/19)
Keith Schoenhut is recovering from a broken foot. (1/14)
Anna Shawver, Chris Redmond's niece in CA, is struggling with cancer; on-going chemo.
Mackenzie Sims will have hand surgery in Morgantown on Monday, 1/15. (1/14)
That God will guide our city, state, and national leaders in these challenging days… pray
that they would cooperate, seek unity and make decisions seeking godly wisdom.
Larry Smith, friend of Earl and Diana Johnson) has been diagnosed with kidney cancer
and will have surgery 2/15. (1/14)
Paul Smith, cousin of Rich Shawver and Chris Redmond, diagnosed with ALS and now at
Marietta Memorial. Pray for Paul's wife Linda as she provides care. (1/7)
Greg West is now recovering at home. Pray for continued healing. (1/7)
Karen Wood, a friend of Virginia Kanalz, is battling cancer. (1/14)
Homebound: Jean Beatty, Beverly Boggs, Janet Hotsinpiller, Norma Myers, Paul Westfall, Edelene
Wood, Glenola Woodyard.
Assisted Living:
Cedar Grove: Marjorie Cox; Colonial House: Barbara Reed, Betty Jo Wiseman; Eagle
Pointe: Ida Lee Lamm, Aileen Wortman; The Pines: Claude Denton, Pauline Hercher;
Willows: Blanche Wentzel; Wyngate: Sam Bolian, Fred Fitzer; Worthington: Lela Page
Out of Town: Betty Bailey, Imogene Buckley, Phyllis Crone, Prudence Kinney