The Village Chapel Pinehurst, North Carolina

December 27, 2020

First Sunday after Christmas

Our Mission

As an interdenominational Christian community,

we worship God in spirit and truth;

teach and encourage the Christian faith;

support the spiritual needs of our congregation, and

reach out to others with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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The Village Chapel An Enduring Vision of Christian Unity

“It is believed by many that the influence of the Chapel is far reaching and that its message

going out Sunday by Sunday to its world congregation, will have great effect in uniting the

Christian forces of the land into a fellowship and a brotherhood unit until it can be said

again as it was said of old: ‘See how these Christians love one another.’” The Rev’d William B.

Hannon, “The Pinehurst Outlook,” November, 1924.

As The Village Chapel begins its second century of worship and service to God, we are

emboldened by our founding principles of Christian unity and community service, which

were inspired by the words and example of our Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ; through His

death and resurrection; the Great Commission; and His prayer for unity “that we all may

be one.”

Located in the center and present at the inception of a community of religious expression

- and seeking to be in harmony with the fellowship that has been a basic principle in the

Village of Pinehurst - The Village Chapel offers a unique and gracious vision to its members

and the community beyond: The actual reality of a church that is thankful for, dependent

on, and inspired by the saving grace of Jesus Christ; a church that is welcoming, prayerful,

and pre-eminent in the life of our community; and a church that—without regard for

religious divisions within the Body of Christ—will always proclaim in thought, word, and

deed the Good News that we are all united in Jesus Christ!

“This Chapel will always stand for Christian Unity. Anyone who reads the 17th Chapter of

St. John will believe that we are carrying out the desires of Jesus Christ. We believe that

there is a deep blessedness in Christian fellowship. In whatever household of faith you were

born, whatever creed you now profess, you can come to this sanctuary and feel at home in

your Father’s house. Our constant prayers rise to the throne of God for our nation in these

days that call for sacrifice, courage and faith. We cordially invite you to worship with us.”

The Village Chapel’s welcoming statement, 1924.

If you are visiting this morning, we welcome you to The Village Chapel

and hope that you are with us again soon. If you are visiting us via livestream this morning,

we welcome you and hope that you will join us again soon, in person,

or continue to join us via livestream at 9:30 or 11:00 a.m.

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ORDER OF HOLY COMMUNION – 8:15 A.M. * Congregation stands

Opening Voluntary What Child is This Jim Lucas, arr

Minister’s Informal Words The Rev. John R. Jacobs

* Minister: Blessed be God: Father, Son, and Holy Spirit.

People: And blessed be his kingdom, now and forever. Amen. * Collect for Purity * Summary of the Law Minister: The Lord be with you. People: And with thy spirit. Minister: Let us pray. (kneel or sit) Collect of the Day First Reading: Isaiah 61:10-62:3 (bulletin, p. 7) The Rev. John R. Jacobs Reader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. New Testament: Galatians 3:23-25; 4:4-7 (bulletin, p. 7)

Reader: The Word of the Lord People: Thanks be to God.

* Gospel: John 1:1-18 (bulletin, p. 8) Prior to the reading the congregation says: Glory be to thee, O Lord. Reader: The Gospel of the Lord. People: Praise be to thee, O Christ. Meditation The Rev. John R. Jacobs * Nicene Creed (People)

I believe in one God the Father Almighty, maker of heaven and earth, and of all things visible and invisible; and in one Lord Jesus Christ, the only-begotten Son of God; begotten of his Father before all worlds, God of God, Light of Light, very God of very God, begotten, not made, being of one substance with the Father; by whom all things were made; who for us men and for our salvation came down from heaven, and was incarnate by the Holy Ghost of the Virgin Mary, and was made man; and was crucified also for us under Pontius Pilate; he suffered and was buried; and the third day He rose again according to the Scriptures, and ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of the Father; and he shall come again, with glory, to judge both the quick and the dead; whose kingdom shall have no end. And I believe in the Holy Ghost the Lord, and Giver of Life, who proceedeth from the Father and the Son; who with the Father and the Son together is worshiped and glorified; who spake by the Prophets. And I believe one holy catholic and Apostolic Church; I acknowledge one Baptism for the remission of sins; and I look for the resurrection of the dead; and the life of the world to come. Amen.

Prayers for the Church and People

Invitation to Communion

Prayer of General Confession (People) Almighty God, Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, maker of all things, judge of all men: we acknowledge and bewail our manifold sins and wickedness, which we from time to time, most grievously have committed by thought, word, and deed, against thy divine Majesty, provoking most justly thy wrath and indignation against us. We do earnestly repent, and are heartily sorry for these our misdoings. The remembrance of them is grievous unto us, the burden of them is intolerable. Have mercy upon us, have mercy upon us, most merciful Father; for thy Son our Lord Jesus Christ's sake, forgive us all that is past; and grant

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that we may ever hereafter serve and please thee in newness of life to the honor and glory of thy Name; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

Absolution

Comfortable Words

Sursum Corda Minister: The Lord be with you.

People: And with thy spirit. Minister: Lift up your hearts. People: We lift them up unto the Lord. Minister: Let us give thanks unto our Lord God. People: It is meet and right so to do.

Preface (proper prefaces as appointed) Therefore, with Angels and Archangels and with all the company of heaven, we laud and magnify thy glorious Name; evermore praising thee, and saying:

Sanctus (People)

Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord God of Hosts, heaven and earth are full of thy glory. Glory be to thee, O Lord Most High. Blessed is he who cometh in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.

Consecration of the Elements

The Lord's Prayer (People)

Prayer of Humble Access (People) We do not presume to come to this thy Table, O merciful Lord, trusting in our own righteousness, but in thy manifold and great mercies. We are not worthy so much as to gather up the crumbs under thy Table. But thou art the same Lord, whose property is always to have mercy: Grant us therefore, gracious Lord, so to eat the flesh of thy dear Son Jesus Christ, and to drink his blood, that our sinful bodies may be made clean by his body, and our souls washed through his most precious blood, and that we may evermore dwell in Him, and He in us. Amen.

Holy Communion

Prayer of Thanksgiving (People) Almighty and everliving God, we most heartily thank thee, for that thou dost vouchsafe to feed us who have duly received these holy mysteries, with the spiritual food of the most precious Body and Blood of thy Son our Savior Jesus Christ; and dost assure us thereby of thy favour and goodness towards us; and that we are very members incorporate in the mystical body of thy Son, which is the blessed company of all faithful people; and are also heirs through hope of thy everlasting kingdom, by the merits of his most precious death and passion. And we humbly beseech thee, O heavenly Father, so to assist us with thy grace, that we may continue in that holy fellowship, and do all such good works as thou hast prepared for us to walk in; through Jesus Christ our Lord, to whom, with thee and the Holy Ghost, be all honour and glory, world without end. Amen.

Benediction

The congregation is invited to remain seated for the closing voluntary. Closing Voluntary O Holy Night Jim Lucas, arr

Minister: Let us go forth into the world, rejoicing in the Spirit!

People: Thanks be to God!

Altar/Greeter: Janis Sholtis Guest Pianist: Janelle Francis

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THE 9:30 A.M. FAMILY SERVICE

* Congregation stands

Opening Voluntary What Child is This Jim Lucas, arr

Words of Welcome and Announcements The Rev. John R. Jacobs

Call to Worship

Musical Meditation Good Christian Men, Rejoice John Rutter, arr

Pastoral Prayer

The Lord's Prayer (People)

First Lesson: Isaiah 61:10-62:3 (bulletin, p. 7) The Rev. John R. Jacobs

* Psalm 147:13-21 (Read responsively) (bulletin, p. 7)

New Testament: Galatians 3:23-25; 4:4-7 (bulletin, p. 7)

Gospel Reading: John 1:1-18 (bulletin, p. 8)

Musical Meditation O Little Town of Bethlehem Sally Deford, arr

Sermon The Rev. John R. Jacobs

* Apostles’ Creed (People) 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. Benediction

The congregation is invited to remain seated for the closing voluntary. Closing Voluntary O Holy Night Jim Lucas, arr Dismissal

Vocalists: Jane Jackson and Juan Russ Guest Pianist: Janelle Francis Greeters: Bill & Shirlene Bremer

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11:00 A.M. TRADITIONAL SERVICE * Congregation stands

╬ Please enter the Sanctuary quietly to allow all to prepare themselves in reverence for worship.

Opening Voluntary What Child is This Jim Lucas, arr

Words of Welcome and Announcements The Rev. John R. Jacobs

Call to Worship

Musical Meditation Good Christian Men, Rejoice John Rutter, arr

Prayer of Confession (People)

Most merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against thee in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and what we have left undone. We have not loved thee with our whole heart; we have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. We are truly sorry and we humbly repent. For the sake of thy Son Jesus Christ, have mercy on us and forgive us; that we may delight in thy will, and walk in thy ways, to the glory of thy Name. Amen.

Assurance of Pardon

First Lesson: Isaiah 61:10-62:3 (bulletin, p. 7) The Rev. John R. Jacobs

* Psalm 147:13-21 (Read responsively) (bulletin, p. 7)

New Testament: Galatians 3:23-25; 4:4-7 (bulletin, p. 7)

Gospel Reading: John 1:1-18 (bulletin, p. 8)

Musical Meditation O Little Town of Bethlehem Sally Deford, arr

Pastoral Prayer

The Lord’s Prayer

Sermon The Rev. John R. Jacobs

* Apostles’ Creed (People)

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. Benediction

The congregation is invited to remain seated for the closing voluntary.

Closing Voluntary O Holy Night Jim Lucas, arr

Dismissal

Vocalists: Jane Jackson and Juan Russ Guest Pianist: Janelle Francis

Altar: Kay Goulet Flower Delivery: Betsy Jacobs

Greeters: Jack Raffaele, Jack Wood, Russell Zumwalt

PRAY FOR THE FOLLOWING

Tom Hurst, Ann Kallam, John Hollands, Don Lee, Ray Barnes, Alex Del Bueno, Dale Skinner, Marian Maag, Alan Mullis, John Olstevig, Anne Williamson

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Flower Dedication for Sunday, December 27 The flowers on the Altar are given to the Glory of God by Jane Jackson acknowledging our love of The Village Chapel, and its presence in our community.

The flowers on the Pedestal are given to the Glory of God by The Village Chapel wishing each and every member of our church family the blessings of health, happiness and love in the New Year.

Scripture Readings Isaiah 61:10-62:3 10 I delight greatly in the Lord; my soul rejoices in my God. For he has clothed me with garments of salvation and arrayed me in a robe of his righteousness, as a bridegroom adorns his head like a priest, and as a bride adorns herself with her jewels. 11 For as the soil makes the sprout come up and a garden causes seeds to grow, so the Sovereign Lord will make righteousness and praise spring up before all nations. 62 For Zion’s sake I will not keep silent, for Jerusalem’s sake I will not remain quiet, till her vindication shines out like the dawn, her salvation like a blazing torch. 2 The nations will see your vindication, and all kings your glory; you will be called by a new name that the mouth of the Lord will bestow. 3 You will be a crown of splendor in the Lord’s hand, a royal diadem in the hand of your God.

Psalm 147:13-21 He strengthens the bars of your gates and blesses your people within you. He grants peace to your borders and satisfies you with the finest of wheat. He sends his command to the earth; his word runs swiftly. He spreads the snow like wool and scatters the frost like ashes. He hurls down his hail like pebbles. Who can withstand his icy blast? He sends his word and melts them; he stirs up his breezes, and the waters flow. He has revealed his word to Jacob, his laws and decrees to Israel. He has done this for no other nation; they do not know his laws. Praise the Lord.

Galatians 3:23-25, 4:4-7 23 Before the coming of this faith, we were held in custody under the law, locked up until the faith that was to come would be revealed. 24 So the law was our guardian until Christ came that we might be justified by faith. 25 Now that this faith has come, we are no longer under a guardian. 4 But when the set time had fully come, God sent his Son, born of a woman, born under the law, 5 to redeem those under the law, that we might receive adoption to sonship. 6 Because you are his sons, God sent the Spirit of his Son into our hearts, the Spirit who calls out, “Abba, Father.” 7 So you are no longer a slave, but God’s child; and since you are his child, God has made you also an heir. John 1:1-18 31 “ 1 In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God. 2 He was with God in the beginning. 3 Through him all things were made; without him nothing was made that has been made. 4 In him was life, and that life was the light of all mankind. 5 The light shines in the darkness, and the darkness has not overcome it.

New Members so far in 2020: 40 Total Attendance Sunday, December 20: 122

January 3 Scripture Readings Jeremiah 31:7-14 Ephesians 1:3-6, 15-19a Matthew 2:1-12 Psalm 84:1-8

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6 There was a man sent from God whose name was John. 7 He came as a witness to testify concerning that light, so that through him all might believe. 8He himself was not the light; he came only as a witness to the light. 9 The true light that gives light to everyone was coming into the world. 10 He was in the world, and though the world was made through him, the world did not recognize him. 11 He came to that which was his own, but his own did not receive him. 12 Yet to all who did receive him, to those who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God— 13 children born not of natural descent, nor of human decision or a husband’s will, but born of God. 14 The Word became flesh and made his dwelling among us. We have seen his glory, the glory of the one and only Son, who came from the Father, full of grace and truth. 15 (John testified concerning him. He cried out, saying, “This is the one I spoke about when I said, ‘He who comes after me has surpassed me because he was before me.’”) 16 Out of his fullness we have all received grace in place of grace already given. 17

For the law was given through Moses; grace and truth came through Jesus Christ. 18 No one has ever seen God, but the one and only Son, who is himself God and is in closest relationship with the Father, has made him known.

FAMILIES AND YOUTH

Youth Sunday Nights – The Village Chapel Youth Group will not be meeting in the month of December but will resume meeting on January 17th, 3-5pm at the Care Cottage.

CHRISTIAN EDUCATION CLASSES

Bill Wetmore's 9:30 adult Sunday School class will not meet on Sunday December 27. We will meet again on January 3. You are invited. Women of the Chapel ❖ Women of the Chapel meeting is Tuesday, January 12, 2021 at 9:30 a.m., in Chapel Hall. ❖ Women’s Cross Ties Luncheon will be held on January 12, at The Pine Crest Inn at 12:00 p.m. in the

main dining room, (arrive by 11:45). All women of The Village Chapel are invited to attend by reservation by the Friday prior. The maximum number of reservations allowed is 36, as set forth in the new COVID guidelines. If necessary, a waiting list will be established. In addition, a change in the Inn's policy has required that those who secure a reservation and do not attend will still be responsible for the $15.00 luncheon fee. Face masks will be required. We look forward to being together soon! For more information, contact Betsy Jacobs at 986-7215 or Lyla Elliott at 619-997-4844.

❖ Housewarming Shower – hosted by the Women of the Chapel for Habitat for Humanity new homeowners. Currently, all home items are needed. NEW items only. DO NOT GIFT WRAP. A drop off box is in the Atrium. Contact Molly Thomas at 910-693-7897.

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This Week

Sunday

8:15 a.m. Worship – Holy Communion Sanctuary 9:30 a.m. Family Service Sanctuary 9:30 a.m. Bill Wetmore’s Bible Study Care Cottage 11:00 a.m. Traditional Service Sanctuary 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Redeemer Presbyterian Service Sanctuary/Chapel Hall

Monday

4:30 p.m. Buildings and Grounds Meeting Conference Room 6:00 p.m. AA Meeting (Women’s) Conference Room

Tuesday

7:30 a.m. Women’s Prayer Group Care Cottage 10:30 a.m. Staff Meeting Chapel Hall 6:00 p.m. Redeemer Meeting Conference Room

Wednesday

12:00 p.m. Bulletin Deadline 2:00 p.m. Air Force Support Group Care Cottage

Thursday

10:00 a.m. Prayer Service, Holy Communion Sanctuary 1:30 p.m. Worship Committee Meeting Chapel Hall 7:00 p.m. AA Meeting Chapel Hall

Friday

OFFICE CLOSED 10:00 a.m. New Year’s Day Service Sanctuary

Outdoor Hymn Sing

We will have a brief hymn sing every Sunday,

weather permitting, in the garden between the 9:30 and 11am services.

All who are interested are invited to come as you are, with masks or without, socially distanced,

as we sing a few verses of several hymns for about 10-15 minutes.

We will always be at the mercy of the weather, and as we welcome cooler temperatures,

everyone is encouraged to dress appropriately.

We look forward to the opportunity to raise our voices together in this different and exciting way.

Flower Dedication

Do the weeks of Sunday, January 17 and/or January 24 hold a special memory/honor for you and your

loved ones? If so, please contact Judith Krall, Flower Chair (910-235-0303)

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ATTENTION: END OF YEAR CONTRIBUTIONS Internal Revenue Service regulations require that contributions

for 2020 must be received at the Chapel or postmarked no later than December 31, 2020.

Gifts received after that date will be posted to 2021 contributions.

As we move into 2021, please consider becoming active

in one of our many volunteer ministries.

We have opportunities available for all talents

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THE VILLAGE CHAPEL CLERGY AND STAFFThe Rev. Dr. John Jacobs Senior Pastor

(johnj@tvcpinehurst.com) (910) 986-7230

The Rev. Dr. Ashley Smith Associate Pastor

(ashley@tvcpinehurst.com) (910) 992-8308

The Rev. Vickie Smith Minister of Youth & Children

(vickie@tvcpinehurst.com) (910) 992-8309

Stephen Gourley Director of Music

(stephen@tvcpinehurst.com)

Deborah Holden Director of Children’s Choir

(debdrey@gmail.com)

John Shannon Director of Music Emeritus

Susan Benefield Church Administrator

(susan@tvcpinehurst.com)

Heather Dunn Website Manager/Office Communications

(heather@tvcpinehurst.com)

Jacob King Building and Grounds Manager

Steve McKenzie Audio/Visual/Communications (steve@tvcpinehurst.com)

THE VILLAGE CHAPEL BOARD OF TRUSTEES John Rowerdink, Chairman (910) 235-0644 jrowerdink@aol.com

Nancy Smith, Vice Chair (910) 295-1659 nanlieu1@gmail.com

Mary Callow, Corporate Secretary (207) 266-0084 callowmary@gmail.com

Alex Del Bueno, Treasurer (910) 215-9885 adelbueno@nc.rr.com

Chris Imperial (910) 585-7118 sp007dy@gmail.com

Al Mangum (910) 215-9093 almangum@embarqmail.com

Mike Obst (502) 438-6583 battletoadllc@gmail.com

Dee Park (910) 255-6091 deeandbro@nc.rr.com

Carole Southon (910)-295-5385 dsouthon@nc.rr.com

Jim Voelkel (910) 295-4664 voelkelje@embarqmail.com

Sunday Morning Worship Service Times:

8:15 a.m. – Communion Service; 9:30 a.m. – Family Service; 11:00 a.m. – Traditional Service 10 Azalea Road, Pinehurst, North Carolina 28374

Telephone: 910-295-6003; Fax: 910-295-3729 The Care Cottage: 910-295-8026; 55 Community Road

Sunday Morning Radio Broadcasts 11:00 a.m. Worship Service

WIOZ at 550 (AM) from 8:00 to 8:30 WLHC at 103.1 (FM) from 8:30 to 9:00

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