Loving Christ

Sharing His Grace

Serving All

COMMUNITY CHURCHMORNING WORSHIP • 8:30 AM & 10:00 AM

December 11, 2016 • 3rd Sunday of Advent

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We are so happy you are worshiping with us today!

If you have questions or need any assistance, please

see an Usher.

Assistance Hearing Devices are available from an usher.

To activate the LOOP HEARING SYSTEM please turn your

hearing aid to T-coil.

The Family Worship Viewing Room (off the Narthex) is avail-

able for nursing moms and those with special needs.

A Nursery is available in the Christian Education Building for children under the age of 5 yrs.

Please note on the prayer card or give us a call if you or someone you know would like a Pastoral

Visit or is in the hospital.

PASTORRev. Dr. Robert O’Keef

910-580-7359

ASSOCIATE PASTORRev. Neil Crowell

980-521-7129

DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIESKristen Stanton

An asterisk (*) indicates when those who are able will stand.

Chiming of the TrinityA time to quiet our hearts, minds and voices in preparation for worship.Please fill out your prayer request cards at this time to be handed to the ushers later in the service. Please note if you would like a pastoral visit.

PRELUDE Fantasy on Hyfrydol arr. HopsonRoser Ringers

SIGNING OF FRIENDSHIP REGISTERPlease sign the Friendship Register with your name and address for our records of attendance and pass along to your pew mates.

READING 1: THE PROPHECY

INTROIT: I Hear the Prophet Callin’ Choplin Men’s Chorus

READING 2: ISAIAH 40:9

CHORAL CALL TO WORSHIP

8:30 AM Emmanuel Emmanuel McGeeAdvent Choir

10:00 AM Blessed Is He Who Comes WilsonJoyful Noise

READING 3: WATCHING AND WAITING

* Hymn: O Come, O Come Emmanuel

O come, O come, Emmanuel and ransom captive Israel.That mourns in lonely exile here until the Son of God appear.Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel.

O come, thou Dayspring, come and cheer our spirits by thine advent here;

And drive away the shades of night, and pierce the clouds and bring us light!

Rejoice! Rejoice! Emmanuel shall come to thee, O Israel. Choir Only: O come, O come, Emmanuel. O come to thee, O Israel.

PRAYER OF PRAISE (In Unison)Blessed Lord Jesus, no human mind could conceive the Gospel. Acting in eternal grace, You are both its messenger and its message. You lived the Gospel with infinite compassion, that we might be redeemed and freed from the power of sin and death. We give eternal thanks to You, o Lamb of God, for opening the way of eternal life to us. Amen.

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ACOLYTE Bella ClementsDEACON OF THE MONTH Dianne DeLong

MISSION OF THE MONTH Samaritan’s PurseSOUND DIRECTOR Alan Ward

SOUND TECHNICIAN Michael JennisNURSERY LEADER Lisa Lardas

SUNDAY CUSTODIAN Jim WebbFACILITIES ADMINISTRATOR Charles WadeFINANCIAL ADMINISTRATOR Matt Meehan

CHURCH SECRETARY Cyndy CustisMEDIA FACILITATOR Bev Hunsberger

HOW ARE WE DOING?YTD Attendance 2015 - 14,735 2016 - 15,490

YTD Expenses - $479,229YTD Contributions 2015 - $399,804 2016 - $411,463

YTD USE OF CASH RECEIVED

The flowers on the altar this morning are given to the

glory of God.

THE ROSER MOTTO:We agree to differ ...

We resolve to love ... We unite to serve ...

GREETING ONE ANOTHER IN CHRISTIAN LOVE

LIGHTING OF THE ADVENT WREATH 8:30 AM Laurie & David Higgins 10:00 AM The Maddox family: Annette, Richard, and Tres

CALL TO PRAYER Creator of the Stars of Night arr. Hopson (Your prayer request cards will be collected by the ushers.)

(Minister). . . In your steadfast love and mercy,(People). . . Hear our prayers, O God.

SILENT PRAYERPASTORAL PRAYER

THE LORD’S PRAYER (Unison)Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdomcome, 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.

READING 4: MARY’S ANTICIPATION

ANTHEM Almost There arr. Sorenson Advent Choir

READING 5: THE ARRIVAL

ANTHEM Still, Still, Still arr. RobinsonWomen’s Chorus & Joyful Noise

READING 6: LUKE 2:8-12

*HYMN Away In A Manger

Away in a Manger, no crib for a bed.The little Lord Jesus laid down his sweet head.The stars in the sky looked down where he lay, The little Lord Jesus a sleep on the hay.

The cattle are lowing, the Baby awakes,But little Lord Jesus, no crying he makes.I love thee, Lord Jesus, look down from the sky,And stay by my side until morning is nigh.

Be near me, Lord Jesus, I ask thee to stayClose by me forever, and love me, I pray.Bless all the dear children in thy tender care,And fit us for heaven, to live with thee there.Choir only: And fit us for heaven, to live with thee there.

READING 7: LUKE 2:15-16

ANTHEM He Is Born arr. WilsonAdvent Choir

NEED TRANSPORTATION?If you would like to ride the van to the 10:00 AM Sunday

Worship service, please call the Church office at 941-778-0414.

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THIS WEEK AT ROSER

ROOM KEYCB - Classroom B, CD - Classroom D,CM - Colman, FH - Fellowship Hall,LB - Library, S - Sanctuary

SUNDAY • December 11ADVENT MUSIC FESTIVAL 8:30 Music Festival . . . . . Sanctuary8:45 Adult Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .FH9:00 Adult Book Study. . . . . . . . . . . .LB10:00 Music Festival. . . . Sanctuary 4:00 CONCERT SERIES . . . . Sanctuary Ditchfield Family Singers . . . Pg 5

MONDAY • December 12Our Daily Bread . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pg 79:30 Migrant Sewing (Pg 6) . . . . . . CD11:00 Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .FH1:00 Music Committee . . . . . . . . . . CM7:30 AA & Alanon . . . . . . . . . . . FH & LB

TUESDAY • December 139:00 Volunteer Workday9:30-2:00 Thrift Shop Open. . . . . Pg 610:00 Boomer Bootcamp (Pg 6) . . .FH11:00 Staff Meeting12:30 Trustee Board Meeting . . . . CD1:00 Guild Christmas Tea (Pg 6) . . .FH3:00 Missions Committee. . . . . . . . CD3:15 Joyful Noise Rehearsal7:00 Advent Study (Pg 5) . . . . Chapel

WEDNESDAY • December 149:00-11:00 Thrift Shop Donations9:30 Roser-Robics (Pg 6) . . . . . . . . . .FH11:00 Garden Club Christmas Party . .FH2:30 AID2:45 Golfing for God. . . . . . . . . . . . Pg 6

THURSDAY • December 159:30-2:00 Thrift Shop Open. . . . . Pg 610:00 Boomer Bootcamp (Pg 6) . . .FH10:30 AA Meditation . . . . . . . . . . . . CD5:45 Roser Ringers Rehearsal . . . . . . S7:30 Chancel Choir Rehearsal . . . . . . S7:30 AA & Alanon . . . . . . . . . . . FH & LB

FRIDAY • December 1611:00 Roser-Robics (Pg 6). . . . . . . . .FH

SATURDAY • December 1710:00-1:00 Thrift Shop Open . . . Pg 6

SUNDAY • December 18FELLOWSHIP SUNDAYStewardship Moment 8:30 Worship Service . . . Sanctuary8:45 Adult Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .FH9:00 Adult Book Study. . . . . . . . . . . .LB10:00 Worship Service . . Sanctuary

READING 8: THE PROPHECY FULFILLED

ANTHEM Jesus, What A Wonderful Child Advent Choir Spiritual/arr. Dilworth THE GIVING OF GOD’S TITHES AND OUR OFFERINGS

OFFERTORY: Infant Holy arr. SchusterMary Deur, flute

*DOXOLOGY Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow No. 809Praise 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.

MEDITATION “ONE INTERRUPTION AFTER ANOTHER!”

Dr. Bob O’Keef

READING 9: ARISE! SHINE!

*HYMN O Come, All Ye Faithful

O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant,O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem!Come and behold him, born the King of angels.O come, let us adore him, O come, let us adore him,O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

Sing, choirs of angels, sing in exultation!O sing, all ye citizens of heav’n above:“Glory to God, all glory in the highest.”O come, let us adore him, O come, let us adore him,O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

Yea, Lord we greet thee, born this happy morning.Jesus, to thee be all glory giv’n.Word of the Father, now in flesh appearing.O come, let us adore him, O come, let us adore him,O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord.

O come, all ye faithful, joyful and triumphant,O come ye, O come ye to Bethlehem!Come and behold him, born the King of angels.O come, let us adore him, O come, let us adore him,O come let us adore him, Christ the Lord.Choir Only: He is Christ the Lord!

BENEDICTION

POSTLUDE O Come, All Ye Faithful arr. Althouse

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Come to us, Emmanuel!

Mark Your Calendar...Tue Dec 20, 20167:00 ADVENT BIBLE STUDY (Pg 5)Sat Dec 24, 2016Christmas Eve Candlelight Services5:30 Family, 9:00 Traditional (Pg 7)Sun Dec 25, 20169:00 ONE WORSHIP SERVICE followed

by Christmas Brunch (Pg 7)Wed Dec 28, 201611:00 JOY (Just Older Youth) (Pg 7)Wed Jan 10, 20175:30 Terrific Tuesdays begin!Wed Jan 11, 20172:45 Golfing for God (Pg 6)

ADVENT MUSIC FESTIVAL 2016Almost ThereNarrators Cathy Meehan Randy Zion

Advent ChoirGlenda Beck Joy Bennington Cherrie BirkmanMaggie Carter Susan Cheshire David CheshireCarol Clements Eleanor Cochran Dick Collins

Neil Crowell Dianne DeLong Marc DeurKaren DiCostanzo Christine George

Linda Gianiotes Wade LaDue Major LeckieCathy Meehan Mike Meehan JoAnne Moyer

Sherry Oehler Bob O’Keef Barbara PerdueGene Philipson Marge Philipson Jeanette Rothberg

Lorna Smilde Barbara Stegeman Steve WalterRoselyn Ward Randy Zion

Joyful NoiseKyler Hood Isabella Clements Megan Cohen

Emily Crowell Braelyn Curtis Hayleigh LambertEllie Lewis Payton Locke Phyona Smelt

Fox Smith Bryanna Sparks Alyssa SparksAnna Wampole Cala Smith

Instrumentalists Phyllis O’Keef piano

Mary Deur, Linda Butts flute

John Gunkler trumpet

Isaac Mingus cello

Karen DiCostanzo percussion

Scott Stanton bass

director Kristen Stanton rehearsal assistant Phyllis O’Keef sound technicians Alan Ward, Michael Jennis

MISSION OF THE MONTH

Samaritan’s P urse

www.samaritanspurse.org

Give a gift from the heart, and change lives this Christmas! The Samaritan’s Purse GIVE A GIFT catalog features 41 gifts that will bless families around the world who are victims of war, poverty, natural disasters, and famine.

You can feed a hungry baby for a week, provide emergency hous-ing to disaster survivors, supply household filters to families with-out clean water, or support other meaningful projects.

Catalogs are available from the Welcome Desk or online: www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/gift-catalog. On behalf of all those who are hungry, thirsty, cold, sick, oppressed, and lost, thank you for your faithful prayers and generous support.

To donate to the Mission of the Month, please use the envelope in the pew or go to GIVE online at www.roserchurch.com.

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Taught by Dr. Bob O’Keef in the Chapel

A Bible Study based on the familiar carols of Advent and Christmas!“Speaking to one another with psalms, hymns, and songs from the Spirit. Sing and make music from your heart to the Lord.” Ephesians 5:19

DECEMBER 13 What Child Is This? In the Bleak Midwinter The Friendly Beasts

DECEMBER 20 Infant Holy, Infant Lowly Angels We Have Heard on High Silent Night Love Came Down at Christmas

With Melody in our Hearts7:00 PM Tuesdays of Advent - Dec 13, 20

A heart-warming, uplifting

Christmas Celebration on Anna Maria Island!

This afternoon the Sanctuary • Doors open at 3:00 PMA free-will offering makes it possible to bring you these dynamic events.

Known throughout the country for their superb harmonies, rich blend and genuine family warmth, The Ditchfields present a Christmas show like none other…full of happy holiday memories, nostalgic favorites, joyous carols and lots of special surprises! Come and enjoy an unforgettable Christmas celebration with this remarkably talented 9-member family ensemble!

The Ditchfield family has been entertaining together for over 20 years. The overwhelming appeal of their shows can be attributed to the gifted soloists, duets, trios, quartets, and quintets within the ensemble, providing a delight-ful variety of music and styles….there’s something for everyone!

Sunday, December 11 • 4:00 PMDitchfield Family Singers

THE CHRISMON TREEDid you see it in the Narthex? The term is a combination of Christ and Monogram. Early Christians used symbols of their faith at a time when it was dangerous to be a Christian.

The contemporary use of Chris-mons as the sole ornaments for the Tree began in 1957 and the use of Chrismons rapidly spread to churches around the world. The Chrismons on our tree were lovingly made by the ladies of the Roser Guild.

White is the liturgical color for Christmas and refers to our Lord’s purity and perfection. Gold refers to His Majesty and Glory. Each or-nament has spiritual significance. Stop on your way out and see how many you can identify: Latin Cross, Greek Cross, Cross & Globe (world united in Christ), Tau Cross (letter T with the Serpent entwined—the staff by which God saved Israel), Cross Crowned (Christ’s crown of glory), Lily (the Resurrection), Rose (the Christ) Palm (triumphant ride into Je-rusalem), Wheat & Grapes (body and blood of Christ), Crown of Thorns (our Savior’s suffering), Lily-of-the-valley (Christ’s humility), Fish (ancient secret sign), Butterfly (resurrection) Dove (Holy Spirit), Lamb (Christ), Scallop Shell (Baptism), Pearl (the Word of God) Triangle (Holy Trinity), Ball (the earth)

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The Roser GuildCall the office or email info@roserchurch.com for contact information.

MIGRANT SEWING • 9:30 Monday, December 12 in the Fellowship Hall to sew and knot quilts. (We will not meet on December 26)CHURCH WOMEN UNITED will meet 10:00 AM, Friday, January 13 for their Annual Meeting at Longboat Chapel on Longboat Key. Contact: Peggy Nash

Thrift Shop

DECEMBER 12 John Glezen 14 Henry Bernet 14 Kathleen Kramer 15 Bruce Birkman 15 Lynn Brennan 15 Gladys Swindall 18 Florence Hall 19 Elaine Vandeman 23 Dawn Hallsten 23 Jim Lathrop 28 Linda Scott 29 David Cheshire

_______________________If your birthday is not listed or is incorrect please call the

office (941-778-0414) or email info@roserchurch.com

Birthdays

THE BEST BARGAINS IN TOWN ...across the street from the Chapel

Tuesdays & Thursdays: 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM

Saturdays:10:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Donations are accepted on Wednesdays from 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM. Special arrangements can be made for other times. Many thanks to our tireless volunteers who make the Thrift Shop work so well and the many, many friends whose donations are so important! To volunteer contact Peggy Nash. www.roserchurch.com/thrift-shop

TUES & THURS • 10:00 Fellowship HallThis exercise class offers high and low impact options, balance challenges, and nutrition coaching. BRING: Hand weightsCOST: $15 (5 classes - $65 or 10 for $100)Scholarships available - call the office. www.roserchurch.com/boomer-bootcamp

Boomer Bootcamp

Roser-Robics

WED 9:30 • FRI 11:00 Fellowship HallA chair-based exercise class for those looking to lessen the impact on their joints. All ages and skill levels welcome—variations shown. BRING: 2 cans of fruit of equal size and weight. COST: Donationwww.roserchurch.com/roser-robics

WED DEC 14 • IMG Academy, BradentonDinner & Bible Study 5:30 PM • $20Dinner & Bible Study + Clinic • $40Dinner & Bible Study + Golf 2:45 PM • $35 9-hole scramble for all levels of golfersRegister: Online, in the Narthex or call officewww.roserchurch.com/golfing-for-god

g4GGOLFINGFOR GOD

The Book of

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by Dr. Bob

Christmas Tea1:00 PM, TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13 in the Fellowship Hall All ladies are invited. Members will be sharing their favorite Christmas traditions and we will enjoy sweet music by Roser’s own “Grace Notes”. The Naomi Circle is in charge of arrangements for the tea.

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Call the Church Office for contact information— 941-778-0414.

Join the Missions Committee Never a dull moment... we are growing—adding programs and missionaries. If you have a passion for missions—check us out! Contact: Mike Oney

Our Daily Bread MONDAY, DECEMBER 12 This is a community-driven

organization that provides free daily meals to all who are hungry. Hot lunch is served to over 200 people a day, 7 days a week. To volunteer to serve please contact Ann Jones. Do-nations and stores of fruits are at an all-time low. Please bring donations of bags of fruit, apples, pears, oranges, etc. to the church office.

Youth for Christ • Volunteer, listen to the kids at club, bring food and drinks or money for food and drinks. Send a kid to camp —it could change his/her eternal future. Contact: Gretchen Dorr or Mike Oney

Jim Russo Prison Ministry Donations of towels, linen, and men’s needs are welcomed. Contact: Mike Oney

Roser Food Pantry Volunteer/donations Contact: Jack & Lynn Brennan

Roser Thrift Store Volunteer/donations Contact: Peggy Nash

Beth-El Farmworker Ministry Any and every donation helps the migrant workers. Contact: Mike Oney or Anne Morse

Roser Women’s Guild Can tops, canceled stamps,

school box tops and labels for education can be left in the Women’s Guild Box in the church office or given to Glenda Beck.

Hands On Missions

JOY(Just Older Youth)WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 28 • 11:00 AMNew Year’s Potluck Party

Celebrating JOY 2016 and looking forward to 2017! Please bring a dish to share. Hoppin’ John and drinks provided.

Christmas Eve Candlelight Services

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24 in the Sanctuary5:30 Family Service with special music by Joyful NoiseThis service features a Nativity Pageant in which all children are invited to participate. This service is especially for families, but everyone is welcome. There will be singing of carols, special music by the Joyful Noise Children’sChoir and “Good News!” from Dr. Bob O’Keef. All children will receive a gift. The service will end with the singing of “Silent Night” and the Passing of the Light.

9:00 Traditional Service with Relative HarmonyWe will hear the beautiful sounds of the harp and flute as sisters Melody and Mary treat us to an extended prelude and offertory. Melody Rapier is Principal Harpist for West Virginia Symphony, Erie Philharmonic, Erie Chamber Orchestra and Erie Opera Theatre. Mary Deur is principal flutist of Venice Concert Band, a co-founding member of the FluteSong flute ensemble, a member of the Sarasota Suncoast Concert Band, a frequent flute soloist at Roser Church. Dr. Bob O’Keef will bring us the message of “Good News!” The service will end with the singing of “Silent Night” and the Passing of the Light.

Christmas Day Worship & brunch

9:00 Sunday, December 25 in the Chapel followed by brunch in the Fellowship Hall. If you plan to attend, please

write “Brunch” next to your name on the attendance pad.

The Pot Luck scheduled for this week has been moved to December 28 because the room was not available.

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MESSENGER

STEPHEN MINISTERSStephen Ministers want to be of service. They train for over 50 hours in basic counseling and ministry as well as actively participate in their own Christian growth and effective sharing with others. They know how to listen, provide perspective, maintain total confidence and privacy, and walk with you through turbulent times. Please call the Church office at 941-778-0414 or contact JoAnne Moyer if you or someone you know would like to have a Stephen Minister or train to become a Stephen Minister.

2016 Year End Financial and IRA Tax Planning

The Roser Endowment Committee is asking for your generous support.

Congress has permanently extended the tax-free contribution of up to $100,000 to charity for people who are required to take a mandatory IRA distribution for 2016 retroactively to December 31, 2014. This means that

any contribution made to Roser from an IRA distribution is non-taxable, but it must be executed by the end of 2016.

To enjoy these benefits for both YOU and YOUR CHURCH, you must act by year-end. Directly roll-over your required minimum

distribution (age 701/2 and above) to Roser and you will

• Avoid taxes on the distribution • Lower your Adjusted Gross Income (AGI)• Reduce taxes you pay on Social Security • Possibly reduce Medicare premiums

If you wish to proceed, please contact your IRA custodian and Jim Bennington, Roser Board of Stewardship & Finance Chairman or Matt in the Church office (941-778-0414) for additional details.

please note: Giving envelopes will be available in the Narthex on December 18. If you would like to start using envelopes, or if you would like yours mailed to you, please email matt@roserchurch.com or call the office (941-778-0414). If you would prefer to give online, using debit or credit, go to the secure GIVE page at www.roserchurch.com or use the iPad in the Narthex to make recurring or one-time donations. Donors receive quarterly and year-end statements showing tax-deductible contributions.

Poinsettia ORDER FORM

Poinsettias may be ordered to be placed in the Sanctuary. Please place form in the offering plate, or call the church office at 941-778-0414 to place your order.

PLEASE PRINTI/We would like to order _______ at

poinsettia plants at $6.00 each.

_____ Given in MEMORY of __________________________________________ Given in HONOR of ______________________________________Given by ____________________________________________________