Welcome We invite you to experience this "community of God's people, who follow Christ's way,

worship in Christ's name, welcome and love all, serve widely and joyfully, to transform our lives and world by reflecting God's living spirit."

"Shine As Stars" mixed media painting by Diane Fairfiled Used with artist permission from www.dianefairfieldart.com.

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Fifth Annual Bluegrass Sunday September 5, 2021

Sanctuary and Live-Stream Service 10:15 a.m.

Due to increased cases of the COVID-19 Delta Variant, we ask all to wear a mask and keep safe distance while on our church campus regardless of vaccination status.

772-562-3633 ● 1901 23rd St. Vero Beach, FL 32960 ● info@ccovb.org

The Worship of God

Thank you for wearing your mask throughout the service. regardless of your vaccination status. Bold text indicates congregational participation. *Please rise in body or spirit. Our service is live-streamed via

internet, capturing the chancel and congregation, and may appear on social media. Families are always welcome to worship together during service. There is no Sunday School this morning.

Nursery Care is available for children under the age of four during our Sanctuary service.

The Gathering of the People

Gathering Music "Bugle Call Rag" Blue Cypress Bluegrass Band

Bringing In the Light

Welcome and Call to Worship Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland

*Opening Song "I'll Fly Away" Blue Cypress Bluegrass Band

Some glad morning when this life is o'er, I'll fly away; To a home on God's celestial shore, I'll fly away.

Refrain: I'll fly away, O glory, I'll fly away. (In the morning.) When I die, Hallelujah, by and by, I'll fly away.

When the shadows of this life have gone, I'll fly away; Like a bird from prison bars has flown, I'll fly away. Refrain

Just a few more weary days and then, I'll fly away; To a land where joy shall never end, I'll fly away. Refrain

*Litany Matt Cleary

One: In the beginning, God said, let there be light.

All: Each day, God's gift of light dazzles our world with the sunrise and sparkles in the night sky.

One: The scriptures guide us in the way of life.

All: God's Word is a light for our path.

One: God's love gives light and life to our world.

All: When the time was right, God gave Jesus to light the way for us.

One: God invites us to live and love humbly, so that we shine like stars in our world. Please pray with me…

*Unison Prayer of Confession Matt Cleary

Living God, you give us all that we need to live and thrive. Forgive us when we waste it or hoard it, leaving others to fend for themselves. Loving Christ, you sacrificed your status and authority to humble yourself and enter into our world. Forgive us when we promote ourselves and seek power over others. Forgive us and fill us with the mind of Christ. Amen

Words of Assurance Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland

*Passing of the Peace Rev. Elizabeth B. Johnson

Musical Offering "Family Bible" Blue Cypress Bluegrass Band

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Attending To God's Word

A Reading from the Psalter Rev. David W. Johnson

Introduction

One: The ancient texts see the goodness of God in the splendor of our natural world.

All: We join with people of every age who see God’s glory all around us.

Psalm 8

O Lord, our Sovereign, how majestic is your name in all the earth! You have set your glory above the heavens. Out of the mouths of babes and infants you have founded a bulwark because of your foes, to silence the enemy and the avenger. When I look at your heavens, the work of your fingers, the moon and the stars that you have established; what are human beings that you are mindful of them, mortals that you care for them?

Yet you have made them a little lower than God, and crowned them with glory and honor. You have given them dominion over the works of your hands; you have put all things under their feet, all sheep and oxen, and also the beasts of the field, the birds of the air, and the fish of the sea, whatever passes along the paths of the seas.

Response

One: The psalmist invites us to ponder the magnificence of the universe and our place in it.

All: We join with the sun and stars to proclaim the glory of God.

Reading from the New Testament Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland

Introduction

One: The scriptures breathe life into all who can hear them.

All: We listen in order to live with the mindset of Christ.

Philippians 2:1-15

If then there is any encouragement in Christ, any consolation from love, any sharing in the Spirit, any compassion and sympathy, make my joy complete: be of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind. Do nothing from selfish ambition or conceit, but in humility regard others as better than yourselves. Let each of you look not to your own interests, but to the interests of others. Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus, who though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be exploited, but emptied himself, taking the form of a slave, being born in human likeness. And being found in human form, he humbled himself and became obedient to the point of death - even death on a cross.

Therefore God also highly exalted him and gave him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.

Therefore, my beloved, just as you have always obeyed me, not only in my presence, but much more now in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling; for it is God who is at work in you, enabling you both to will and to work for his good pleasure.

Do all things without murmuring and arguing, so that you may be blameless and innocent, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, in which you shine like stars in the world.

Response

One: The ancient church and church today are awed by the humility and glory of Christ.

All: Our purpose is to shine like the stars.

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Musical Offering "Workin' on a Building" Blue Cypress Bluegrass Band

Sermon "Twinkle" Rev. Elizabeth B. Johnson

"...you shine like stars in the world." Philippians 2:15

Offering "I Like to Hear'em Preach It" Blue Cypress Bluegrass Band

The Sacrament of Holy Communion

Call to Communion Clergy of the Church

One: God be with you.

All: And also with you.

One: Let us thank God for light and life.

All: It is good to give God thanks and praise.

One: Take on the mind and heart of Christ.

All: We join with Christ at this table.

One: Let us pray. Amen

Invitation to the Table

Words of Institution

No matter who you are or where you are on life's journey, you are welcome here. Everyone is welcome to share in Holy Communion.

Our communion wine is non-alcoholic. Gluten-free wafers will be on each tray. Please hold bread and cup until all are served.

Please gather bread and cup in your home, as we bless, share, and eat together.

Sharing of the Bread and Cup

Distribution Music "Just a Closer Walk With Thee" "The Old Rugged Cross"

Blue Cypress Bluegrass Band

Prayer of Thanksgiving Rev. David W. Johnson

The Lord's Prayer (spoken)

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, and the power, and the glory forever. Amen

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In Worship Today...

Blue Cypress Bluegrass Band

Leo Underwood, mandolin; Bill Hare, banjo; Karen White, guitar; Tom Callino, fiddle; Alan Rudd, upright bass

Deacon: Matt Cleary

Today We Remember...

Rosemary O. Brofos, who passed away on August 28, 2021. A service will be held in Grace Chapel at 11:30 a.m. on Monday, September 27, 2021.

Donald M. Houpt, who passed away on September 1, 2021

A service will be held in the Sanctuary at 11:00 a.m. on Friday, September 24, 2021

The Flowers Today are Dedicated to the Glory of God and Given...

by Brad Lorimier in loving memory of Mary Jo Lorimier.

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The Sending Forth

Community Words Rev. David W. Johnson

*Closing Song "Will The Circle Be Unbroken?" Blue Cypress Bluegrass Band

I was standing by my window on a cold and cloudy day, When I saw that hearse come rolling for to carry my mother away.

Refrain: Will the circle be unbroken, by and by, Lord, by and by? There's a better home a-waiting in the sky, Lord, in the sky.

I said to that undertaker, "Undertaker please drive slow, For this lady you are carrying Lord, I hate to see her go." Refrain

Oh, I followed close behind her, tried to stand there and be brave, But I could not hide my sorrow, when they laid her in the grave. Refrain

I went back home, Lord, my home was lonesome, missed my mother, she was gone. All my brothers, sisters crying, what a home so sad and lone. Refrain

*Benediction Rev. Elizabeth B. Johnson

Homecoming Music "Randy Lynn Rag" Blue Cypress Bluegrass Band

We extend Christ's wide welcome to all people, regardless of creed, age, race, or sexual identity. The invitation to join our congregation in worship and in membership is always open,

as we allow our lives to be shaped by the loving outreach of Christ.

Today we welcome the Blue Cypress Bluegrass Band back for our fifth annual Bluegrass Sunday.

Blue Cypress Bluegrass is local to Vero Beach and specializes in traditional style bluegrass, old time classic

country, Americana, Bluegrass Gospel, ballads, train songs, pioneer music, and many more. Please join us in

welcoming our friends, the Blue Cypress Bluegrass Band.

Service Times

Chapel Worship at 8:30 a.m. In-Person Only

Sanctuary Worship at 10:15 a.m. In-Person and Live-Streamed

Jazz Vespers September 26 at 7:00 p.m. In-Person in the Courtyard

Rain Location - Community Hall

C2 Worship at 10:30 a.m. Returns Sunday, September 12

in Community Hall

Church Office Hours

The Church Office will be closed Monday, September 6 for Labor Day

and will re-open on Tuesday, September 7

Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Sunday 8:00-11:30 a.m.

Staying Connected

Church Office: 1901 23rd Street, Vero Beach, FL 32960

Phone: 772-562-3633

Pastoral Care (after hours): 772-617-4324 When leaving voicemail, please include a call back number.

Fax: 772-562-9425

Email: info@ccovb.org

Live-Stream Viewing:

www.ccovb.org

www.facebook.com/ccovb.org

Ministry Facebook Pages

www.facebook.com/AnnaVCopelandBlog

www.facebook.com/C2Worship

www.facebook.com/CommotionYouth

www.facebook.com/CCOVBDepartmentOfMusic

Welcome to Worship

Community Life

New Members Class: Interested in learning more about Community Church? Would you like to join our faith community? Join Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland next Sunday, September 12 at 11:45 a.m. in room 113 for our New Members Class. For more information, please email Suzanne Rice at suzanne.rice@ccovb.org.

Sacred Pause Returns: Begins at 8:30 a.m. on Monday, September 13. Sacred Pause is a weekly time of spiritual renewal. This fall, we will be using the book, "Everyday Spirit" - a book of inspirational daily messages on kindness, gratitude, joy, peace, meditation, self-care, faith and forgiveness by Mary Davis. This small group meets Mondays at 8:30 a.m. on Zoom. For more information, please call Elaine Matthes at 772-643-6644.

Call for Sunday Ushers: If you are interested in becoming a Sunday morning usher, please contact Matt Cleary by calling

267-978-1614 or email him at gawkc@yahoo.com.

Call for Greeters: If you are interested in welcoming visitors, members, and regular attenders with a smile on Sunday mornings, look no further! Contact Sue Schrager by calling 772-538-9457 or email her at suzdesignsvb@aol.com.

Music & Fine Arts

AGO Members Recital: The Treasure Coast Chapter of the American Guild of Organists will present a free concert on Sunday, September 19 at 4:00 p.m. This annual event features a variety of music and performers. The concert is open to the public. For more information please contact Andrew.Galuska@ccovb.org

Youth & Family Ministry

Youth and Parent Meeting: Join Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland in Community Hall on Wednesday, September 8 at 5:30 p.m.

Bible Presentations: Bibles will be presented in worship on Sunday, September 26 during Sanctuary worship. If you are interested in a Bible for your third grader or kindergartener, email charlene.applegate@ccovb.org.

Mission-Community Care

Counseling: Rev. Dr. Donald R. White is available for individual and couples counseling. Call Suzanne Rice at 772-469-2303 for a Wednesday appointment.

How We Can Help: The Deacons Fund offers support to members of The Community Church. If you are in need, please contact Rev. Dr. Anna V. Copeland at annavcopeland@ccovb.org.

How You Can Help: Stay in contact and pray for others, contribute through donations to the CCOVB general fund, the Deacons Fund, or the Minister's Discretionary Fund to support the work and outreach of Community Church. Serve through mission initiatives. Email Rev. David W. Johnson for more information at david.johnson@ccovb.org.

"Angel's Attic" Rummage Sale: Please save the date for our fabulous sale scheduled for November 11-13. The luncheon and fashion show will be on Thursday, November 11. Details for donations and volunteering will be announced closer to the event. For information, please call Susan Kramer at 772-480-4567.