Dec. 12 Livestream – Look forward
December 11, 2021 by Rich
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On this, the third Sunday of Advent, we don’t need to be reminded to look forward. We’re already doing it, looking ahead to Christmas and the miraculous birth. Let us take this moment and pause, and remember the joy God’s love brings to the world.
WELCOME
PRELUDE – Offertory – Purvis
*CALLING ONE ANOTHER TO WORSHIP
One: Be glad, children of God!
All: Our Savior Jesus Christ offers love to all the world!
One: Sing praises to God, the Holy One, who brings light and life!
All: God lights our way!
One: God lifts our spirits!
All: Glory to God for the biggest gift of all – Jesus Christ!
*HYMN – Come, Thou Long Expected Jesus – #187
*OPENING PRAYER
God Emmanuel; open our hearts to receive you Life in the fast lane does have its rewards But earthly rewards alone do not offer fulfillment The frenzy of the outside world leaves us exhausted So we gather this day seeking you, God of ‘perpetually-arriving’ light! We praise and adore you May we celebrate your overflowing gifts by living as joyful witnesses to your love We pray in your name, Christ Jesus Amen.
ADVENT WREATH CANDLE LIGHTING – The Candle of Joy
ADVENT WREATH PRAYER
Gracious God, as we continue our Advent journey, we ask that you open our eyes to the beauty and goodness around us, and fill our hearts with grateful joyRemind us that Christ is our light and the source of all joy, and that we are here to serve you and to spread this joy to others Amen.
CONGREGATION SINGS – When God Is a Child (Verse 3) – worship booklet, p95
GOD’S WORD – Isaiah 12:2-6 – Pastor Dan
SPECIAL MUSIC
GOD’S WORD – Luke 1:26-38 – Pastor Dan
SERMON – Pastor Dan
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND LORD’S PRAYER – Pastor Dan
*HYMN – Joyful, Joyful, We Adore Thee –#13
*SENDING OUT – God sends us to freely offer Christ’s grace and joy to all! – Pastor Dan
*POSTLUDE – A Joyous Carol – Roques
Dec. 5 Livestream – Make Ready
December 4, 2021 by Rich
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This is the second Sunday of Advent, our second step toward the Promise of Christmas. The second step toward finding the quiet, calm and peace that comes from knowing God is in control. We are glad you are with us today.
WELCOME
PRELUDE – In Bethlehem’s Low Stable – Walcha
*CALLING ONE ANOTHER TO WORSHIP
One: The days are surely coming, says our God, when justice and righteousness will appear.
All: God’s promises will be made known to us.
One: We will declare God’s goodness and salvation.
All: From now on, we will seek to walk in God’s ways.
*HYMN – O Come, O Come, Emmanuel (Verses 1, 2 and 3) – #186
O, come, O come, Emmanuel,
And ransom captive Israel,
That mourns in lonely exile here
Until the Son of God appear.
REFRAIN
Rejoice! rejoice! Emanuel
Shall come to thee, O Israel!
O Come, Thou Rod of Jesse free
Thine own from Satan’s tyranny;
From Depths of hell Thy people save
And give them victory o’er the grave.
REFRAIN
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!
REFRAIN
*OPENING PRAYER
God Emmanuel; we long for your peace, and we trust in your promises. We hear your call to turn toward you, to change our lives, and to receive you as our Savior.
Eternal God, you are our righteousness. Come now; meet us here. Fill our minds with your wisdom and our hearts with your peace. May this time of worship move us to take action working toward your dream of wholeness for all creation. We pray in your name, Christ Jesus. Amen.
ADVENT WREATH CANDLE LIGHTING – The Candle of God’s Peace
ADVENT WREATH PRAYER
Gracious God, as we continue our Advent journey, we thank you for sending the Prince of Peace into a world filled with unrest and strife. We ask that you quiet our restless hearts and instill in each of us the calm assurance that tells us you are in control so we need not worry. Give us the tools we need to serve as you would have us serve, and make us willing instruments of your peace. Amen.
CONGREGATION SINGS – When God Is a Child (Verse 2) – worship booklet, p. 95
Peace is a ribbon that circles the earth,
giving us promise of safety and worth.
When God is a child there’s join in our song.
The last shall be first and the weak shall be strong,
And none shall be afraid.
GOD’S WORD – Micah 5:2-5a – Pastor Dan
SPECIAL MUSIC – Go, Tell It on the Mountain – Hayes
GOD’S WORD – Luke 3:1-6 – Pastor Dan
SERMON – Pastor Dan
*PRAISE RESPONSE – Jesus, Lord to Me – #330
Jesus, Jesus, Lord to me;
Master, Savior, Prince of Peace;
Ruler of my heart today;
Jesus, Lord to me.
CELEBRATING THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND LORD’S PRAYERS – Pastor Dan
*HYMN – Like a River Glorious – #451
Like a river glorious Is God’s perfect peace,
Over all victorious In its bright increase;
Perfect, yet it floweth Fuller every day,
Perfect, yet it growth Deeper all the way.
REFRAIN
Stayed upon Jehovah, Hearts are fully blest;
Finding, as He promised, Perfect peace and rest.
Hidden in the hollow Of His blessed hand,
Never foe can follow, Never traitor stand;
Not a surge of worry, Not a shade of care,
Not a blast of hurry Touch the spirit there.
REFRAIN
Every joy or trial Falleth from above,
Traced upon our dial By the Son of Love.
We may trust Him fully All for us to do;
They who trust Him wholly Find Him wholly true.
REFRAIN
*SENDING OUT – God sends us into the world. – Pastor Dan
*POSTLUDE – Angels We Have Heard on High – Turner
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Nov. 28 Livestream – Sign of Things to Come
November 27, 2021 by Rich
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Welcome to Advent, the season of waiting, the season of watching, the season of hope for what is coming next.
Remember you are invited to be with us both here online, and in person.
WELCOME
PRELUDE – Song of Mary – Howell
*CALLING ONE ANOTHER TO WORSHIP
One: In the wilderness, blaze a trail for God.
All: Every valley shall be raised up.
One: Every mountain shall be made low.
All: And the glory of God shall be revealed!
*HYMN – We Gather Together – #597
We gather together to ask the Lord’s blessing;
He chastens and hastens HIs will to make down;
The wicked oppressing now cease from distressing,
Sin praises to His name: He forgets not His own.
Beside s to guide us, our God with us joining,
Ordaining, maintaining His kingdom divine;
So from the beginning the fight we were winning:
Thou, Lord, was at our side, all glory be Thine!
We all do extol Thee, Thou Leader triumphant,
And pray that Thou still our Defender wilt be.
Let Thy congregation escape tribulation:
Thy name be ever praised! O Lord, make us free!
*OPENING PRAYER
Ever-present God, your promises are being fulfilled among us moment by moment. At this time of year, as the days grow shorter and the shadows lengthen, we treasure daylight.
God of Light, help us to turn toward you this day. As we begin this Advent Season, we pray that you will fill us with fresh expectation. Teach us once again that this season is a time to watch, not for things which have already happened, but for exciting, new things which have not yet taken place. Come, Christ Jesus. This world needs you now. May we watch closely for what you are about to do next. Amen.
CHILDREN’S MESSAGE – Dottie Foster and Linda Lowry
ADVENT WREATH CANDLE LIGHTING – The Candle of Hope
ADVENT WREATH PRAYER
Gracious God, as we begin our Advent journey, we thank you for the gift of your Son, and for sending hope into a world filled with worry. Help us remember that we are your people, and because of your promises we have every reason to be hopeful. Take away our doubt and fear, and remind us that Christ is our Light, and the true source of hope. Amen.
CONGREGATION SINGS – When God Is a Child (Verse 1) – worship booklet, p. 95
Hope is a star that shines in the night,
leading us on till the morning is bright.
When God is a child there’s joy in our song.
The last shall be first and the weak shall be strong,
and none shall be afraid.
GOD’S WORD – Jeremiah 33:14-16 – Pastor Dan
SPECIAL MUSIC – O Come, O Come, Emmanuel – Cotter
GOD’S WORD – Luke 21:25-36 – Pastor Dan
SERMON – Pastor Dan
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND LORD’S PRAYER – Pastor Dan
*HYMN – Now Thank We All Our God – #592
Now thank we all our God With heart and hands and voices,
Who wondrous things hath done, In whom His world rejoices;
Who, from our mother’s arms, Hath blessed us on our way
With countless gifts of love, And still is ours today.
O may this bounteous God Through all our life be near us,
With ever joyful hearts And blessed peace to cheer us;
And keep us in His grace And guide us when perplexed,
And free us from all ills In this world and the next.
All praise and thanks to God The Father now be given,
The Son, and Him who reigns WIth them in highest heaven.
The one eternal God Whom earth and heav’n adore;
For thus it was, is now, And shall be evermore.
*God sends us into the world to love and bless. – Pastor Dan
*POSTLUDE – Toccata on “Regent Square†– Smith
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Oct. 27 Livestream – Take Heart!
October 23, 2021 by Rich
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Take Heart! No matter what happens, Jesus is here for us. Let us gather and hear God’s calling.
Here is this week’s order for worship:
WELCOME
PRELUDE – O Perfect Love – Hustad
*CALLNG ONE ANOTHER TO WORSHIP
One: Let us sing God’s praises!
All: God is gathering us together this moment!
One: From many different places, we come.
All: All who are struggling, God will help.
One: All who are grieving, God will console.
All: All who are lost, God will guide.
One: Let us worship God who brings us together.
All: Sing for joy, all the earth!
*HYMN – We Come, O Christ, to You – #289
We come, O Christ, to You, True Son of God and man,
By Whom all things consist, In Whom all life began;
In You alone we live and move, And have our being in Your love.
You are the Way to God, Your blood our ransom paid;
In You we face our Judge And Maker unafraid.
Before the throne absolved we stand, Your love has met Your law’s demand.
You are the living Truth! All wisdom dwells in You,
The Source of every skill, The One Eternal True!
O great I AM! In You we rest, Sure answer to our every quest.
You only are true Life, To know You is to live
The more abundant life That earth can never give;
O risen Lord! We live in You, in us each day Your life renew!
We worship You, Lord Christ, Our Savior and our King.
T You our youth and strength Adoringly we bring;
So fill our hearts, that all my view Your life in us, and turn to You!
*PRAYER OF INVOCATION
God of perpetual renewal; we give you thanks today for gathering us together as your Church and for gracing us with your faithful presence.
Loving God, we come to pray and praise, to meditate and be mindful. Open our minds to new understandings, and our hearts to new people. Call us out of comfort, out of our fear of change, and into a sense of amazement at this world which you are constantly creating and renewing with life abundant. Guide our feet to follow your path in the world, so that we may faithfully love everyone with your extravagant love.
God of newness; we rejoice that you are shaping all that is alive into your emerging masterpiece. Continue guiding your whole creation toward your vision of fullness of life for all! Amen.
*PRAISE RESPONSE – Into My Heart – #391
Into my heart, Into my heart, Come into my heart, Lord Jesus;
Come in today, come in to stay, Come into my heart, Lord Jesus.
CHILDREN’S MESSAGE – Sue Wilson
GOD’S WORD – Psalm 126
SPECIAL MUSIC – O God, Beyond All Praising – Tate
GOD’S WORD – Mark 10:46-52 – Pastor Dan
SERMON – Pastor Dan
PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH – Pastor Dan
*HYMN – Amazing Grace – #299
Amazing grace! how sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me!
I once was lost, but no am found, was blind, but now I see.
Twas grace that taught my heart to fear, And grace my fears relieved;
How precious did that grace appear The hour I first believed!
Through many dangers, toils and snares, I have already come;
“Tis grace hath brought me safe thus far, And Grace will lead me home.
When we’ve been there ten thousand years, Bright shining as the sun,
We’re no less days to sing God’s praise Than when we first begun.
*SENDING OUT – God sends us into the world to give away God’s love. – Pastor Dan
*POSTLUDE – Toccata in A Minor – Sweelinck
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Consecration Sunday Livestream – Rooted in God’s Love
October 16, 2021 by Rich
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Today is Consecration Sunday, when we embrace God’s desire for us to give and reaffirm our financial commitments to Ivy Chapel United Church of Christ. You may leave you commitment card in the collection plate in the sanctuary, or mail it to the Ivy Chapel, 620 N. Woods Mill Road, Chesterfield, Mo, 63017, Attn: Frieda.
WELCOME
PRELUDE – O Love That Wilt Not Let Me Go – Hustad
*CALLING ONE ANOTHER TO WORSHIP
One: Receive these words of guidance from God’s prophets:
All: Live a life that is full – envision, plant, harvest, share, give.
One: Pray to God.
All: Keep God at the center of all that is.
One: We enter this sanctuary full of hope;
All: because here in worship grace comes to life.
One: God’s gifts of grace teach us to trust God completely.
All: God is faithful.
One: We can live fully rooted in God’s love!
All: Let us praise God together!
*HYMN – ’Tis So Sweet to Trust in Jesus ¬– #358
- “Tis so sweet to trust in Jesus, Just to take Him at HIs word;
Just to rest upon His promise; Just to know, “Thus saith the Lord.â€
REFRAIN
Jesus, Jesus, how I trust Him! How I’ve proved Him o’er and o’er!
Jesus, Jesus, precious Jesus! O for grace to trust Him more!
- O how sweet to trust in Jesus, Just to trust His cleansing blood;
Just in simple faith to plunge me “Neath the healing, cleansing flood!
REFRAIN
- Ye, ’tis sweet to trust in Jesus, Just from sin and self to cease;
Just from Jesus simply taking Life and rest, and joy and peace.
REFRAIN
- I’m so glad I learned to trust Thee, Precious Jesus, Savior, Friend’
And I know that Thou art with me, Wilt be with me to the end.
REFRAIN
*OPENING PRAYER
We are in awe of you, Gracious God. You love people no matter what. You want us to live compassionate, giving lives – with you at the center. Jesus, Lamb of God, you take away the sin of the world. We long to become your disciples, who live firmly rooted in your love.
Breathe on us, O Lamb of God. Continue giving us growth, we pray. Bring us fully alive. Lead us to search for and to act on ways that we can offer your extravagant love to everyone. May your love root within, grow, and guide all humankind as we journey forward into your future, Jesus. Challenge us, and change us, and set us free! Amen.
*RESPONSE – Jesus, Name Above All Names – #57
Jesus, name above all names; beautiful Savior, glorious Lord,
Emmanuel, God is with us, blessed Redeemer, Living Word.
CHILDREN’S MESSAGE – Tara Lowry
GOD’S WORD – 1 Corinthians 3:4-7 – Pastor Dan
SPECIAL MUSIC – We Are the Body of Christ (arr. M. Lawrence) – Sue Wilson, Vocalist
GOD’S WORD – Ephesians 3:16-17 & Matthew 13:3-9 – Pastor Dan
SERMON – Pastor Dan
PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH AND THE LORD’S PRAYER – Pastor Dan
INVITING GOD TO BLESS AND MAKE HOLY WHAT WE OFFER
We offer God our expressions of intended 2022 giving, asking God to consecrate them.
*CONSECRATION HYMN – Take My Life and Let It Be – #436
Take my life and let it be Consecrated, Lord, to Thee;
Take my hands and lettuce move At the impulse of Thy love,
At the impulse of Thy love.
Take my feet and let them be Swift and beautiful for Thee;
Take my voice and let me sing Always, only, for my King,
Always, only, for my King.
Take my lips and let them be Filled with messages for Thee;
Take my silver and my gold, to a mite would I withhold,
Not a mite would I withhold.
Take my love, my God, I pour AtThy feet its treasure store;
Take myself and I will be Ever, only, all for Thee,
Ever, only, all for Thee.
*SENDING OUT – God’s people are sent into the world. –Pastor Dan
*POSTLUDE – Prelude in A Minor – Marcello
Oct. 10 Livestream – Rooted in Love, Stewardship Week 3
October 9, 2021 by Rich
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Welcome to Ivy Chapel United Church of Christ. We celebrate that Missouri Mid-South Associate Conference Minister, Rev. Damien Lake, is with us today, leading worship and preaching in connection with our “Rooted in Love†faith journey! Welcome, Damien, and thank you for your ministry among us. May the Love of God root within, grow, and guide all humankind as we journey forward into God’s future.
WELCOME
PRELUDE – Chorale Prelude Nun Bitten Wir – Buxtehude
*CALL TO WORSHIP – Pastor Dan
One: Together, we come rejoicing!
All: God’s grace abounds!
One: Together, we come proclaiming good news!
All: We are the salt of the earth.
One: Together, we come celebrating God’s vision!
All: We are the light of the world.
One: Together, we come bearing new life in God.
All: What does this mean?
One: Siblings in Christ, what must we do?
All: Joyously praise God! Rooted and grounded in love; come alive!
*HYMN – Teach Me Thy Way, O Lord – #424
Teach me Thy way, O Lord, Teach me Thy way!
Thy guiding grace afford – Teach me Thy way!
Help me to walk aright, More by faith, less by sight;
Lead me with heav’nly light, Teach me Thy way!
When I am sad at heart, Teach me Thy way!
When earthly joys depart, Teach me Thy way!
In hours of loneliness, In times of dire distress,
In failure or success, Teach me Thy way!
When doubts and fears arise, Teach me Thy way!
When storms o’er-spread the skies, Teach me Thy way!
Shine thro’ the cloud and rain, Thro’ sorrow, toil and pain;
Make Thou my pathway plain, Teach me Thy way!
Long as my life shall last, Teach me Thy way!
Where’er my lot be cast, Teach me Thy way!
Until the race is run, Until the journey’s done,
Until the crown is won, Teach me Thy way!
*PRAYER OF INVOCATION – Pastor Dan
God of abounding grace; we worship you with joy! You offer love and life eternal to all people. What amazing news this is! We celebrate your faithfulness to your promises, Dear God. Move among us now, we pray. Inviting Savior, we perceive you calling us to follow in your footsteps. Shape our giving as we journey ahead seeking to live Rooted in your Love. May your Spirit be upon us, Christ Jesus, as we gather this morning to lift our praises to you! Amen.
*PRAISE RESPONSE – Seek Ye First – #615
Seek ye first the Kingdom of God, And His righteousness.
And all these thing shall be added unto you! Allelu, alleluia!
CHILDREN’S MESSAGE – Linda Lowry
GOD’S WORD – Psalm 121 – Pastor Dan
SPECIAL MUSIC – Blessed Assurance – Curry
GOD’S WORD – Mark 1:14-20 – Rev. Damien Lake
SERMON – The Dangers of Fishing – Rev. Damien Lake
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND LORD’S PRAYER– Rev. Damien Lake
*HYMN – There’s a Wideness in God’s Mercy – #379
There’s a wideness in God’s mercy Like the wideness of the sea;
There’s a kindness in His justice Which is more than liberty.
There is welcome for the sinner And more graces for the good;
There is mercy with the Savior; There is healing in His blood.
For the love of God is broader Than the measure of Man’s mind;
And the heart of the Eternal Is most wonderfully kind.
If our love were but more simple We should take Him at His word,
And our lives would be all sunshine In the sweetness of our Lord.
*BENEDICTION – Rev. Damien Lake
*POSTLUDE – Trumpet in Dialogue – Clerambault
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Oct. 3 Livestream – World Communion Sunday
October 1, 2021 by Rich
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As we continue our stewardship journey Rooted in Love, this Sunday we also join with churches around the world to celebrate World Communion Sunday.
Here’s this week’s order for worship:
WELCOME
PRELUDE – Amazing Grace – Hobby
*CALL TO WORSHIP
One: Come, celebrate the One
All: who nourishes seeds with sunlight and a fresh embrace.
One: Come, praise the One
All: whose harvest of wheat and grapes all may share.
One: God brings us together as one faith communitypeople of all ages, tongues and races.
All: We are the clay, and God is the Potter.
One: God unites our varied lives in the Body of Christ
All: Let us worship Living God, who strengthens and
renews life everywhere!
*HYMN – In This Very Room – #125
*PRAYER OF INVOCATION
Inexhaustible God; fill this place today. But don’t stop here. Far beyond this sanctuary, Spirit of True Life; fill the hearts and souls of your children in every place this World Communion Sunday. You graciously invite us to your Table. We are your guests. You give; we receive. Then, in turn, you call on us to become givers ourselves.
This is the beauty of your Holy Communion with the world, God. You yourself become ‘the Christ’ – the Anointed One. You are born as a human being yourself, and you are flesh and blood just as we are! As Jesus of Nazareth, you fully experience earthly life with us.
God of Compassion; in you, we find a love deeper than any love we can imagine. We are grateful for your tender mercies. Morning by morning, may we seek you, Christ Jesus. Let your beauty be seen in us, we pray. Lead us as we continue on this life-long faith journey toward living as disciples whose lives are rooted in your love. Amen.
*PRAISE RESPONSE – How Majestic Is Your Name – #9
GOD’S WORD – Hosea 5:14-6:4, 6:6 & Romans 11:16-18 – Pastor Dan
SPECIAL MUSIC – The Church’s One Foundation – Hustad
GOD’S WORD – Psalm 80:1-2, 7-11 – Pastor Dan
SERMON – Pastor Dan
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE & LORD’S PRAYER – Pastor Dan
THE SACRAMENT OF HOLY COMMUNION
We celebrate “open communion,†for we believe Christ’s Table is open to all people. All who desire the bread and the cup are welcome to receive God’s gifts at this communion table.
PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING – Pastor Dan
*HYMN – It Took a Miracle – #303
*BENEDICTION – Pastor Dan
*POSTLUDE – The Light of the World Is Jesus – Bliss/Hayes
September 26 Livestream – Rooted in Love
September 24, 2021 by Rich
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Thank you for joining us this Sunday for worship.
If you are worshipping with us online, please click here to join us on YouTube.
Here is the order for worship:
WELCOME
PRELUDE
*CALL TO WORSHIP – Russ Washburn
One: God calls us to venture beyond places that are familiar and safe.
All: God summons us to attempt new things – daring acts of faith!
One: We are called to ground our whole lives in one great fellowship of love.
All: God calls all people to live rooted in love.
*HYMN – In Christ There Is No East or West – #137
*PRAYER OF INVOCATION – Russ Washburn
Seemingly Silent God, many times it is especially hard to hear you; for there are so many competing voices vying for our attention. It can be difficult to believe your promises when we already have been misled many times by others. We are hesitant to hope for healing and fulfillment given the painful ordeals which many people are living through this day. Yet, as we gather here to worship you, O Unseen God; we find ourselves moved to rejoice! How wonderful you are! How marvelous are your works!
We stand in awe of you, God. We can put our faith completely in you, and you will never disappoint us. Lead us to live by faith as you teach us to live. Each moment, we can sense your loving presence, O Unseen God. You will never ignore, injure or abandon us. We praise you for this, in the name of Jesus Christ! Amen.
*PRAISE RESPONSE – He Is Our Peace – #454
CHILDREN’S MESSAGE –Tara Lowry
GOD’S WORD – Isaiah 11:1-2, 6-10 – Russ Washburn
SPECIAL MUSIC – Just a Closer Walk with Thee – Earl Kreder, Saxophone
GOD’S WORD – Romans 11:1, 7-8, 11-20 & Ephesians 3:16-19 – Pastor Dan
SERMON – Pastor Dan
PRAYERS OF THE CHURCH & THE LORD’S PRAYER – Pastor Dan
*HYMN – I Then Shall Live – #133
*BENEDICTION – Pastor Dan
*POSTLUDE
Blessing of the Animals Sept. 18
September 13, 2021 by Rich
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We’re proud to announce the Ivy Chapel Blessing of the Animals is back for 2021.
Over the past 21 years in mid-September, we’ve welcomed dogs, cats, snakes, ferrets and creatures of all kinds to our beautiful pavilion. Following in the tradition of St. Francis of Assisi, we take this moment to bless the animals with whom we share our homes and our planet.
Join us on Saturday, September 18 from 1-3 p.m., bring your animal friends (on a leash our in a carrier) with you to Ivy Chapel United Church of Christ, 620 N. Woods Mill Road in Chesterfield, MO.
We’ll share a short prayer and you will receive a personal blessing.
This year we’re supporting the Center for Animal Rescue and Enrichment. Care STL is the official no-kill shelter of the City of St. Louis. You can support Care STL with a cash donation, or by purchasing items on their Amazon wish list.
We can’t wait to meet you – and your animals. See you then. Questions? Drop us a line.
Now Hiring: Minister of Music
September 3, 2021 by Rich
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Music is a huge part of worship here at Ivy Chapel. We’re looking for an experienced leader to lead our music program.
Reports to: Board of Deacons
Hours: 20 hours per week, including some evenings
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Provide music for all regular Sunday morning services of worship (prelude, hymns, special music, postlude, etc.)
• Provide music for additional services of worship (i.e. Christmas Eve, Ash Wednesday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, Easter Sunrise, and Thanksgiving)
• Work with the Pastor in the planning of all worship services to assure theological integrity and coordinate with the liturgy and worship themes
• Direct the Chancel Choir, including programming music as well as rehearsing, accompanying, and directing the choir (the Chancel Choir typically sings September through June, but is not singing at the moment due to COVID)
•Participate in the Youth Music Ministry and direct the Youth Choir (currently not active)
• Secure a substitute organist for agreed upon vacation periods and for any times of sickness or pre-arranged leaves of absence
• Arrange regular maintenance of and have authority over all church owned musical instruments and equipment
Obtain copyright licenses yearly
Qualifications:
• Piano and organ skills
• BA in Music or experience in comparable positions
• Choir directing experience preferred
Requirements:
• 21 years of age or older
• Must pass a personal background check
Benefits:
• Two weeks of vacation annually, to be increased to three weeks after three years of service and four weeks after six years of service (such vacations shall not coincide with the Pastor’s vacation if at all possible)
• Continuing education opportunities as outlined by and negotiated with the Board of Deacons
• The opportunity to play for weddings and funerals at Ivy Chapel at additional compensation
• May use church facilities for private lessons and studio recitals
Send a cover letter and resume to: momsearch@ivychapel.org.
