First United Presbyterian Church

January, 2, 2011
Open Hearts, Open Minds,
Open Doors

(*Please stand in body or in spirit)

We Gather In God’s Name

Prelude Silent Night Arr. Wilbur Held

Words of Welcome and Signing of Friendship Pads

Please add your name to the pad you will find at the end of each pew and pass it
along your row so that we can know each other by name.

Call to Worship
We will recount the gracious deeds of the Lord, the praiseworthy acts of the Lord
Because of all that the Lord has done for us, according to the abundance of his steadfast
love.
He will become our Saviour, his presence will save us in our distress.
In His love and in His pity he will redeem us, and we will sing his praises!

*Carol # 22 “Angels, From the Realms of Glory” REGENT SQUARE

*Prayer of Praise and Adoration

We will indeed praise you, O God, and cause your works to be known. Your mercy and
grace shall endure forever. As we obey your commandments and abide by your wisdom,
we shall proclaim to the nations how you can be trusted. Upheld by the covenant you
established, our feet firmly placed on an unshakable foundation. We enter your presence
to give you all glory.
*Silent Confession

*Affirming God’s Peace With One Another

(Please extend God’s blessing to one another with a handshake or a hug.)

“The Peace of Christ be with you”

“And also with you”
 Proclamation and Response
The Twelve Days of Christmas
Christmas Day Luke 2:7

*Carol # 27 Gentle Mary Laid Her Child TEMPUS ADEST FLORIDUM

Day 1 Saint Stephen’s Day Acts 6:1-5

Hymn # 343 Called as Partners in Christ’s Service BEECHER

Verses 1 & 3

Day 2 Saint John, Apostle and Evangelist John 1:1-9, 21:20-25

Carol # 31 Hark the Herald Angels Sing MENDELSSOHN

Day 3 The Holy Innocents Matthew 2:13-18

Carol In the Bleak Midwinter Choir

Day 4 Nativity Luke 2:8-16

Hymn # 308 O Sing a Song of Bethlehem KINGSFOLD

Verse 1

Day 5 The Holy Family Luke 2:25-40

Canticle of Simeon
Carol # 60 Silent Night, Holy Night STILLE NACHT

Day 6 Watch Night Ecclesiastes 3:1-3

Matthew 25:31-40
*Carol # 40 Joy to the World ANTIOCH

Day 7 Mary, Mother of Our Lord Luke 2:16-21

Carol # 53 What Child Is This? GREENSLEEVES

Verse 1

Day 8 Incarnation Psalm 148, John 1:15

Hymn # 5 Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silent PICARDY

Offering Ourselves and Our Gifts

*Response Hymn # 68 What Star is This PUER NOBIS NASCITUR

Verse 1
Pledging Our Commitment (Unison)
Giver of every good and perfect gift, tribute and glad praises we bring to you. Let the
words of our mouths proclaim the dawn of redemption Christ inaugurates. Use our
talents to spread abroad the good news of His reconciling love. Accept the gifts we offer
 to further his teachings, so that all people may find in Him the abundant life He so richly
promised. Amen

Day 9 Baptism John 1:19-36

Hymn Like the Murmur of the Dove’s Song Choir

Day 10 Peace

Arise, shine; for your light has come.

And the glory of the Lord has risen upon you.
Leader : Nations shall come to your light.
And sovereigns to the Brightness of the rising.

The Eucharist
The Invitation

Great Prayer of Thanksgiving & The Lord’s Prayer

The Lord be with you.

And also with you.
Lift up your hearts.
We lift them to the Lord.
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.
It is right to give our thanks and praise.
It is truly right…
Our Father…

Distribution of the Elements

Prayer after Communion

Carol # 29 Go Tell It On The Mountain GO TELL IT

Verse 3

Day 11 Ever of Epiphany Matthew 2:1

Carol # 56 The First Noel THE FIRST NOWELL

Day 12 Epiphany Matthew 2:2-12

*Carol # 66 We Three Kings THREE KINGS OF ORIENT

We Go In God’s Name
*Receiving a Charge and Singing a Blessing

“O Star of Wonder, Star of night,

 Star with Royal beauty bright;
Westward leading, still proceeding,
Guide us to thy perfect light.”
*Postlude Toccata on “O Come, All Ye Faithful” Allan Mahnke
You may quietly exit during the postlude or you may remain seated for the playing of the postlude.
All are invited to the Social Hall for a time of fellowship and refreshment.

12 DAYS OF CHRISTMAS

From 1558 until 1829, Roman Catholics in England were not allowed to practice their faith
openly. Someone during that era wrote this carol as a catechism song for young Catholics.
Each element in the carol has a code word for a religious reality which the children could
remember. So, the next time you hear this Christmas song, test your memory to find the real
meaning behind the words.

1. The partridge in a pear tree was Jesus Christ.

2. Two turtle doves were the Old and New Testaments.
3. Three French hens stood for faith, hope, and love.
4. The four calling birds were the four gospels of Matthew, Mark, Luke, and John.
5. The five golden rings recalled the Torah or Law, the first five books of the Old
Testament.
6. The six geese-a-laying stood for the six days of creation.
7. Seven swans a-swimming represented the sevenfold gifts of the Holy Spirit: Prophesy,
Serving, Teaching, Exhortation, Contribution, Leadership, and Mercy.
8. The eight maids-a-milking were the eight beatitudes.
9. Nine ladies dancing were the nine fruits of the Holy Spirit: Love, Joy, Peace, Patience,
Kindness, Goodness, Faithfulness, Gentleness, and Self Control.
10.The ten lords-a-leaping were the Ten Commandments.
11. Eleven pipers piping stood for the eleven faithful disciples.
12.Twelve drummers drumming symbolized the twelve points of belief in the Apostles’
Creed.

PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE – December 26, 2010

Please pray for Garrett Hamlin and the extended family on the death of his sister.
From David: Please pray for the protection of the HHH Hostel.
From Jackie: Praise God that her daughter’s biopsy was negative.

ANNOUNCEMENTS
January 2, 2011
Welcome To First United! It is a joy that you have chosen to enrich this worshipping community with
your presence this morning. We hope you find a spiritual home here, a place of love, support and
service. Following worship, you are cordially invited to gather with the community for a time of
refreshment and conversation in Fellowship Hall.
Wear A Name Tag as a sign of warm welcome for newcomers. If you do not have one, or need a
replacement, please make a note on one of the bright orange flyers at the rear of the sanctuary.
The Deacons thank those who are contributing $1 each week to the work of the Deacons. It is greatly
appreciated as we work to help others. You can either use the gold & white envelope in the pew rack
or make a special designation in your pledge envelope for this important Deacons fund.
Deacons remind you of the Care Notes in the rack at the back of the Sanctuary. Care Notes are
pamphlets dealing with topics including grief, illness, anger management and concerns with teens and
children. We encourage you to use them for yourself, your family, friends, or other individuals who
might derive some benefit from them.
Parking for Worship is available in the large lot behind the Gurley Building at the corner of Sixth
Avenue and Fulton Street or in the small lot on the corner of Fifth Avenue and Fulton Street and also
along Fifth Avenue. Please note: The parking spaces in the alley on the Grand Street side of the
sanctuary are private parking spaces that belong to Franklin Plaza. Please do not park there.
For families with children: Childcare during worship for children through age 4 is available in the
nursery located between the sanctuary and the Fellowship Hall. The Respite Room, at the rear of the
sanctuary on the south side, is available for parents or caregivers of infants and toddlers who may
need a brief time away of worship. .
A reminder that there is always a basket for food donations for the Troy Larger Parish Food Pantry
on your way into church. And if you would rather, cash buys more food from the Regional Food bank.
Empty your change into the jars at either sanctuary door.
Joseph’s House, a homeless shelter, has some guests stay overnight at local churches, etc, in the
colder months – called “Inn From the Cold”. There is a need for volunteers to assist the staff for
these overnights. If you want to hear more about this program, let our church office know or call John
Husson 233-0847. (FUPC will host the IFC in February)

Coffee Hour Hosts for January are:

Jan. 2 Margaret Stoner
Jan. 9 Trudi Wybourn
Jan. 16 Laura and Dan Rogers
Jan. 23 Karen Harpe
Monday, Jan. 10th – Officer’s Training at 6:30 PM
Sunday, Jan. 16th – An interfaith Worship Service will be held at 4 PM at Bethel Baptist Church, 2165
Fifth Avenue, Troy, NY.
Sunday, Jan. 23rd – Installation of Officers during the service and the Annual meeting directly after the
service.
Please submit FEBRUARY NEWSLETTER information to info@unitedprestroy.org by Friday, 9 AM
January 14, 2010.

Reminder: All announcements for the bulletin should be submitted to the church office by 9 AM
Wednesday each week. Announcements will be highlighted by the lector in worship, but there will not
be time for individuals to make announcements during worship. If an announcement does not make it
into the bulletin, please speak to the lector before worship so that he or she may include it in the oral
announcements for that day.
FAITH EDUCATION NOTES

Jan. 9, 16th, and 23rd - The Session has approved trying out church school during worship for the
month of January, beginning January 9. Children will stay in worship until after the children’s message
and then will be dismissed to church school. The workshop rotation curriculum –“Road to Emmaus” will
be used for January 9, 16, and 23. The Drama, Music and Audiovisual workshops will be covered
during this time. The children will remain in the worship service on Jan. 30.

The approximate times to begin and end will be 10:15 until 11:15, when the children may join everyone
during fellowship time for a snack. If parents will be staying for Adult Ed, the children may bring a book
to read, homework or play a game in a supervised area.

TODAY, Jan. 2nd – No Classes

Jan. 9th & 16th – Our Interim pastor, Reverend Jacquelyn Pinkowski, will facilitate a discussion around
the responsibilities of an interim pastor.
Jan. 23rd – Congregational Meeting – No adult education. Volunteers Needed: As you may know,
because of health reasons, both Dotty and Donna had to retire as our child care workers. We are
looking for a new child care worker. We currently are in need of volunteers to help assist the main
volunteer in the nursery each Sunday. If you would be willing to be that second person and work with
the children for one hour of a particular week, please contact, Leslie Kelly or Bonnie McCaig.

YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULT ACTIVITIES:

January 14-16, 2011- The Gospel According to Harry Potter @ Christ the King Center, Greenwich, NY.
For details check the Albany Presbytery website.
July 9-19, 2011 –educational and fun trip with a spiritual side to Taize, France (with 2 days in Paris).
This trip is for youth and young adults who will be 17 or older in 2011. Details on the Albany Presbytery
website http://albanypresbytery.org Deposit of $250 is due by December 27, 2010 to hold your spot.

Oakwood Church Closing At the November 16 stated meeting of Albany Presbytery, the closing of
the church was delayed until June 30, 2011 to permit the congregation to seek alternate uses of the
building for the benefit of the neighborhood. The Food Pantry will continue through this time, so
please continue to bring in your food items or cash to support the pantry.
CALENDAR for January 2-9, 2011

Sunday, January 2
10:00 AM Worship Sanctuary
11:00 AM Refreshments Fellowship Hall
7:30 PM NA Group Meeting Rose Room

Monday, January 3
OFFICES CLOSED

Tuesday, January 4
3:45 PM Troy Children’s Chorus Rose Room

Wednesday, January 5
5:30 PM Personnel Meeting Copy Room
7:15 PM Faith Education Meeting McCarty Room

Thursday, January 6
6:30 PM Choir Rehearsal Maury Castro’s Home

Friday, January 7
Boyscouts overnight

Saturday, January 8
10:00 AM AA Meeting 2nd Floor

Sunday, January 9
10:00 AM Worship Sanctuary
10:15 AM Children’s Church Upstairs
11:00 AM Refreshments Fellowship Hall
11:30 AM Faith Ed
7:30 PM NA Group Meeting Rose Room
 The First United Presbyterian Church of Troy
1915 Fifth Avenue, Troy, New York 12180
Phone: (518) 272-2771
Fax: (518) 266-9483 E-mail: info@unitedprestroy.org www.unitedprestroy.org
Where People with Differences Unite in Christ
Our Mission Statement
Together, we worship God through Christ and explore all dimensions of life in the Spirit;
To demonstrate God’s inclusive love, we seek to heal wounds and care for God’s creation;
To serve God in the world, we work for peace and justice.

Our Statement of inclusive ministry

We invite all people of every background, condition, and orientation
into the full fellowship, ministry and mission of God’s Good News in Jesus Christ.
All who join the church are extended the full privileges of membership,
are challenged to lead lives of Christian discipleship,
and are eligible to be considered for church office.
Pastor: Jacquelyn Pinkowski
Minister of Music: Maury A. Castro
Troy Children’s Chorus Accompanist Intern: Maria Elmer
Coordinator of Educational Ministries: Leslie M. Kelly
Financial Analyst: Carlie D’Annunzio
Administrative Assistant: Carla Fisk
(Office hours 9 AM to 1 PM)
Housekeeper: Lynne Stevens

First United Presbyterian Church is a member of the Troy Larger Parish

The purpose of the Troy Larger Parish is to serve Jesus Christ, and partner together as one Christian family, loving one
another and serving the people in Troy, NY and beyond. We seek to join with each other in mission and ministry,
specifically:
• through the coordination of worship and pastoral care in our congregations
• through the provision of training, and equipping of our lay people for local and global mission
• through the redevelopment and revitalization of our congregations; and
• through intentional joint mission, fellowship, and visioning as we seek
God’s blessings and purpose for all the people of Troy