Order of Service 11:00 AM

THE PEOPLE OF GOD

GATHER TO WORSHIP

THE MUSICAL PRELUDE Praise to the Lord, the Almighty” by Diane Bish

Mr. Matthew Daley

THE LIGHTING OF THE CANDLE

OPENING PRAISE WPC Choir “Let Heavenly Music Fill This Place”

by Gordon Young

THE PEOPLE OF GOD WORSHIP

THE CALL TO WORSHIP Elder Patricia Brown

Leader: Listen and wait! The Lord is on our side. The Lord hears our prayers!

All: We trust in the steadfast love of the Lord. Great is God's faithfulness!

Leader: God's mercy is sure, and God's justice will prevail. All: We trust in the steadfast love of the Lord. Great is God's

faithfulness!

Leader: Do not give up and do not despair. Wait patiently for God, for God will answer us.

All: We trust in the steadfast love of the Lord. Great is God's faithfulness!

Leader: Hope in God, for God is good, and God loves us with an everlasting love.

All: We trust in the steadfast love of the Lord. Great is God's faithfulness!

OPENING PRAYER Rev. Carlton Rhoden

Great Healer, make us aware of Your great Spirit here in this place. Touch and heal our brokenness, and lift us out of despair and doubt. Dry our tears of pain and sorrow. Comfort and nourish us with the many blessings of Your great love, O God. May we flourish and blossom in the warmth and compassion of Your healing love and grace. Amen.

THE APOSTLES’ CREED

Congregation

GLORIA PATRI

#652

Congregation

THE HYMN OF PRAISE Congregation # 158 “Great Is Thy Faithfulness”

THE LIFE OF WESTMINSTER Elder Brown

THE WELCOMING OF GUESTS Elder Brown

THE PASSING OF THE PEACE Elder Brown May the peace of Christ be with you.

And also with you.

All who are able please stand Ushers will seat the people

ANTHEM

WPC Choir

“Hallelujah, You’re Worthy To Be Praised”

by Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE

Elder Bunny Withers

#658 “Hear Our Prayer”

THE OFFERTORY THE RECEIVING OF TITHES AND OFFERING Elder Brown

“Just Wanna Praise You”

THE DOXOLOGY

Congregation #650

THE OFFERTORY PRAYER Elder Brown

The WORD PROCLAIMED

THE SCRIPTURE READING Elder Brown

John 1:29-42

THE MUSIC OF PREPARATION WPC Choir “Draw Me Close to You”

THE SERMON SCRIPTURE

Rev. Rhoden

Psalm 40:1-11

THE WORD OF THE LORD. ~ THANKS BE TO GOD. THE SERMON Rev. Rhoden

“Alexa and Adonai” THE INVITATION TO CHRISTIAN DISCIPLESHIP Rev. Rhoden

#355 “We Offer Christ”

THE CLOSING HYMN Congregation #391 “I Will Trust In The Lord”

THE CLOSING PRAYER

Rev. Rhoden

The Lord gives us strength. The Lord blesses us with heavenly peace. Go forth with courage and hope. Go forth with confidence and peace. Go forth to serve, love and live. Amen.

THE CHORAL AMEN

Congregation “6 Fold Amen”

MUSICAL POSTLUDE “Now Thank We All Our God” Mr. Daley

by Fred Bock MAY GOD BLESS OUR USHERS, CHOIRS, MUSICIANS, ACOLYTES AND GREETERS FOR THEIR

FAITHFUL SERVICE.

Westminster’s Vision We, as followers of Jesus Christ, recognize ourselves to be endowed with the gifts of

love, hospitality, prayer, and the teaching of God's Word.

Our vision is to be intentional in developing a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ to

the end that we will reach beyond the walls of this church to serve the community with God's love.

Westminster’s Mission– In all we do and say let us:

Glorify the Triune God – Prepare and Nurture Disciples

Serve beyond the walls of the church locally and globally.

JANUARY 12 —WORSHIP ATTENDANCE: 51

REMEMBER TO PAY YOUR 2020 PER CAPITA APPORTIONMENT $44.00 PER MEMBER.

Repast

February 2, 2020 District 1

The Flame of Unity is with Taiwanese Presbyterian Church of Hawaii (NCD), 2345

Nuuanu Avenue,. Honolulu, HI 96817-1715

Rev. Andrew Tsai — Pastor

Let us remember to pray for our sister churches this week.

THE APOSTLES’ CREED

I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth; and in Jesus

Christ His only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the

Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead and buried; He

descended into hell; the third day He rose again from the dead; He ascended into

heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence He

shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy

catholic* church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the

resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen

*catholic with a lower case “c” means universal not Catholicism.

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THE SESSION

Rev. Carlton A. Rhoden, Pastor—pastorrhoden@wpcofla.org Angelia Grey, Clerk of Session

2019 2020 2021

Angelia Grey Stephen Brown Elizabeth Hicks

Nancy Hunter Karen Heads Pamela Thigpen

Bunny Withers Jerelene Wells Sandra Tufts

THE BOARD OF DEACONS

Janice Kenner, Moderator - Jacqueline Byrd, Vice-Moderator

2019 2020 2021

Jacqueline Byrd Wilma Sharpe Kathy A. Casper Janice Kenner Jo Michelle Swan Tiffani Wells

Jacque Newbon Philura P. Williams

WESTMINSTER AT WORK

CALENDAR FOR THIS WEEK

Monday A.M. – P.M. Office Closed

Tuesday

Thursday

10:00 A.M.

10:00 A.M.

4:00 P.M.

CWU Bible Study

High Achievers Bible Study

WPC Choir Rehearsal

Sunday 9:15 A.M. Sunday School

11:00 A.M. Worship Service

Note: Please check the church calendar for any upcoming events or meetings.

Announcements WEEKLY PRAYERS FOR COMFORT, STRENGTH AND FAITH. . .

District 5 and you will pray this week for our congregation and those listed on the Prayer & Care List.

Next week District 6 and you will pray. Remember to continue to pray for the victims of all the tragic

events that have taken place.

WPC SUPER BOWL PARTY . . . Come and support The Men’s Council at “The Super Bowl Party on Sunday, February 2, 2020 starting at

3:30 P.M. A sign-up sheet is in the Narthex for you to R.S.V.P. . If you plan to attend, please stop and

sign-up and also include the number of people that will be in your party. Plan to come and have some

fun and support your favorite team in the Super Bowl. Donations will be accepted.

THE WESTMINSTER PRAYER MINISTRY The prayer team ministry invites anyone who has a special need for prayer, to join the team at the

communion table following the morning worship service. Also, the Westminster Prayer Ministry, headed

by Amy Obrist and Philura Williams will the next monthly meeting on Thursday, February 6, 2020 at

6:00 P.M. in the parlor. All who would like to be a part of this vital ministry are invited to participate.

The plan is to meet each first Thursday of each month in 2020!

WPC WORSHIP AND MUSIC MINISTRY . . . The Ministry of Worship and Music will meet in the Conference Room on Sunday, January 26th,

2020, immediately following the Morning Service.

Servant Evangelism Resumes The Ministry of Evangelism is resuming our Servant Evangelism outreach project on February 15, 2020

at 9:45 a.m. Please sign up with Elders Stephen Brown and Elizabeth Hicks today to take part in

notifying the community that Westminster is a welcoming church. Our first activity will be to greet the

people with the Peace of Christ and to give out free bottles of water. The tentative schedule for 2020:

Saturdays – February 15th, May 6

th, July 11

th, and October 10

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WPC KNIT AND CROCHET FELLOWSHIP Remember, this ministry is both fun and relaxing. So, it is not too late to learn to knit or crochet. All

levels and ages welcome. We meet weekly for a time of creativity, community, conversation, and

contemplation. Join us on Tuesdays at 5:00 p.m. Note the time for this fellowship has change from 5:30

p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Bring yourself, your ideas, and—if you have them—your yarn and needles. For more

information, contact Amy Obrist, amyobrist@sbcglobal.net, or text 323-839-8644.

2020 NATIONAL BLACK PRESBYTERIAN CAUCUS (NBPC) MEMBERSHIP CAMPAIGN

NOVEMBER 1, 2019 THROUGH MARCH 31, 2020

The NBPC Membership Committee (Chair, Stefanie Lewis) is encouraging all of us to renew our

memberships for 2020. There are critical and exciting issues that may impact us both locally and

throughout the Presbyterian Church (USA). As a united front, we can affect change. See Elder

Patricia Brown for renewal applications.

2020 FINANCIAL COMMITMENT CARDS If you have not done so, please remember to return your 2020 Financial Commitment Cards. The

Session will use your proposed contribution to develop next year’s budget. Your card can be returned by

mail using the stamped self-addressed envelope provided to you or you can place them in the offering

plate on Sundays. Please understand that this commitment may be increased or decreased should your

financial circumstances change.

WPC RECYLING PROGRAM The Men’s Council will take leadership in the recycling program again. Please continue to bring your

recyclable cans and bottles to the church. Deacon Kathy Casper is assisting the Men’s Council with this

project. Bring your cans and bottles and turn them into Deacon Casper. If you have any questions,

contact Deacon Kathy Casper at 310-349-7453.

BIRTHDAYS and PRAYER REQUEST

JANUARY 2020 BIRTHDAYS 01/06 Barron Boyd 01/14 Nigel Pope 01/15 Chris Wells 01/16 Alzie Byrd

01/17 Margaret Bailey 01/19 Ernest Moore 01/21 Laura Odem 01/22 Jonathan Partridge

01/24 Mark Jones, Sr. 01/24 Ben Shepard 01/25 Jeremiah Chandler 01/30 Olivia Wells

01/31 Olivia Fields

PRAYER REQUESTS Westminster Presbyterian Church Prayer & Care List

NOTE: Please review the names on this list. If they have been on her for more than 30 days and it is not requested to

leave them on the list, the name will be deleted.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact Elder Pamela Thigpen at 310-400-2298.

WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH

1904 – 2019

January 19, 2020

2nd Sunday After Epiphany

11:00 AM

“Alexa and Adonai”

Rev. Carlton A. Rhoden, Pastor

Mr. Matthew Daley, Musician/Director

2230 West Jefferson Boulevard Los Angeles, CA 90018

Office: 323-734-1566 – Fax: 323-734-0364 Email: info@wpcofla.org.– Website: wpcofla.org

YouTube: https://goo.gl/1Lk51F

Mrs. Susan Anderson Westchester Villa, 220 W. Manchester Blvd. #231

Inglewood CA 90301 323-525-1309

Mrs. Inez Austin 3866 3rd

Avenue Los Angeles CA 90008 323-293-0301

Mrs. Bernice Boddie 3708 Somerset Drive Los Angeles CA 90016 Pamela Boddie’s Mother

Barron Boyd 16501 Walnut Street #8 Hesperia CA 92345 442-327-8218

Sherwood Brown 5310 S. Wabash Ave Chicago IL 60615 Elder Pat Brown’s son

Mr. Theodore “Ted” Brown

5310 S. Wabash Ave Chicago IL 60615 Elder Pat Brown’s son

Mr. Troy Brown 3434 4th Avenue Los Angeles CA 90018 Elder Stephen Brown’s Son

Mr. Taron Bullock 3115 Dugnam Drive Los Angeles CA 323-984-6015

Elder Nan Busch Melrose Garden 1007 N. Martel Ave. RM C110

Los Angeles CA 90046 323-380-7970

Mrs. Orlean Cleveland 5810 Bowcroft Street Los Angeles CA 90016 310-876-1521

Mrs. Mildred Collins 971 Kenfield Avenue Los Angeles CA 90049 310-471-3706

Ms. Susan Carrillo 12915 Jennifer Place Dallas TX 75243 Friend of Elder Sandra Tufts

Mr. Marquette Floyd FL Stafford Floyd’s Father and Jason Floyd’s Grandfather

Family of Mrs. Ruth Forte’

39928 18th Street West Palmdale CA 93551 Bonita Thornton’s Family

Mrs. Crystabell Friar 1850 Preuss Road Los Angeles CA 90035 Jo Michelle Swan's Mom

Mrs. Emma Gaffiney 2700 Buena Vista Street.

Bakersfield CA 93304 Ruby Jefferson’s Aunt

Mrs. Helen Glover 1116 S. Burnside Avenue

Los Angeles CA 90019 323-934-7626

Mr. Jerome Glover 1116 S. Burnside Ave. Los Angeles CA 90019 Mrs. Helen Glover’s Son

Mrs. Charlotte Graves 8149 Holmes Road Kansas City MO 64131 Bonita Thornton’s Aunt

Mrs. Denise Hayes 8149 Holmes Road Kansas City MO 64131 Bonita Thornton’s cousin

Ms. Kyra E. Hicks 3037 S. Buchanan St. Arlington VA 22206 Former WPC Member

Ms. Piper Huguley 5556 Bluegrass Drive Atlanta GA 30349 Author friend of B. Thornton

Family of Mrs. Edna Hymes

Marguerite Hodge’s Sister

Mrs. Doreen Irvin Manor by the Sea Ocean Grove NJ 07756 Donna Irvin’s mother

Deacon Calvin Johnson, Sr.

818-601-9129

Ms. Meredith Kelley 400 West 7th Street N Manchester IN 46962 213-570-9133

Mr. Anthony Kendrick WPC Past Organist

Mr. Earl Livingston 6318 Wooster Ave Los Angeles CA 90056 424-702-5339

Rev. Dr. Charles Marks 468 East Calaveras St Altadena CA 91001

Ms. Cheryl McKenzie 3694 W. Fir Avenue

Fresno CA 93711

Deacon Edna M. Hawkins’ daughter

Deacon Dorothy Moore 3941 6th Avenue Los Angeles CA 90008 323-291-7758

Elder Laura Odem & Veronica Odem

1222 S. Alvira Street Los Angeles CA 90035 323-931-7345

Mrs. Delores Redd 1609 Hi Point Los Angeles CA 90035 323-931-7679

Mr. Carlton Rhoden 467 Randolph Street Camden NJ 08105 Pastor Rhoden’s Father

Deacon Wilma Sharpe 435 East Tamarack #171

Inglewood CA 90301 310-297-0320

Deacon Carmen Smith 3614 3rd

Avenue Los Angeles CA 90018 323-643-4614

Mrs. Marie Smith Pacifica Senior Living 1780 East Baristo Road

Palm Springs CA 92262 909-874-2340

Elder Edwin Stanfield

St. John of God, Grande Building RM 105, 2468 S. St. Andrews Pl

Los Angeles CA 90018 213-220-3385

Mrs. Odessa Stanfield St. John of God, St. Benedict Menni, #208 2468 S. St. Andrews Pl

Los Angeles CA 90018

Mr. Joseph E. Stokes 14911 Samuel Springs Lane

Houston TX 77044 J. Newbon’s brother

Mrs. Carol Thornton-Bland

4422 Agnes Ave. Kansas City MO 64130 Bonita Thornton’s sister

Deacon Shirley Walker 3872 Dublin Avenue Los Angeles CA 90008 323-292-4891