THE WORSHIP OF GOD PRAYER OF CONFESSION and ASSURANCE OF GRACE

Titus 3: 4-8a
Mr. Beddingfield
Charge to the Deacons Mr. Beddingfield
Twenty-first Sunday after Pentecost Response: I will.
When the goodness and loving kindness of God our Savior appeared,
Ordination and Installation of Deacons he saved us, not because of any works of righteousness Scripture I Thessalonians 5: 12-15 Meredith Lanier, Associate Pastor
that we had done, but according to his mercy, Instructions for Church Members.
through the washing of rebirth and renewal by the Holy Spirit.
October 17, 2021 Memorial Baptist Church This Spirit he poured out on us richly through Jesus Christ Charge to the Church Ms. Lanier
Ten O’clock in the Morning Buies Creek, North Carolina our Savior, so that, having been justified by his grace, Response: We will.
we become heirs, and have the hope of eternal life.
This saying is sure.
Use me, O God, in your great harvest field, PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE and THE LORD’S PRAYER (unison) Ms. Lanier
Which stretches far and wide like a wide sea;
The gath’rers are so few – I fear the yield INVITATION and REFLECTION Mr. Beddingfield
Will suffer loss. Oh, find a place for me! PROCLAIMING Those wishing to respond to the invitation may meet the pastor
A place where best the strength I have will tell: at the front of the sanctuary during the Music for Reflection.
It may be one the other toilers shun. WITNESS IN SONG Spencer Powell Phillips, Vocalist
Be it a wide or narrow place, ‘tis well
So that the work it holds be only done.
NEW TESTAMENT I Acts 6: 1-7 Alisha Das, Lay Reader SENDING
~ Christina G. Rossetti, 1830-1894 The first deacons.
LIFE IN THE COMMUNITY and OFFERTORY INVITATION Mr. Beddingfield
NEW TESTAMENT II I Timothy 3: 8-13 Joseph Das, Lay Reader
Characteristics of deacons.
GATHERING BENEDICTION Ad. fr. John Claypool Mr. Beddingfield
Thank you for wearing a mask (the CDC and State health authorities SERMON Who We Are Affects What We Do Mr. Beddingfield Go now into God’s world as those who are called to be God’s people,
recommend masks to be worn inside regardless of vaccination status). remembering as you go that by God’s goodness you were born into this life,
Masks and hand sanitizer are available from an usher if you need them. by God’s grace you have been kept to this very hour,
Pews are marked for social distancing guidelines, and by God’s love, fully revealed in Jesus Christ, you are being redeemed,
or if you prefer an usher can assist you with seating. RESPONDING now and forevermore. Amen.

TESTIMONY IN SONG Havergal/Hayes POSTLUDE Sing the Glad Song Franklin Ritter
WELCOMING MUSIC
Take My Life and Let It Be Consecrated
Izzy Morrow, vocalist Please remain seated until you are dismissed by an usher
GREETING Edward Beddingfield, Pastor and exit quickly through the foyer doors to the courtyard.
ORDINATION OF A DEACON Offering plates are on the tables in the foyer as you leave.
INVOCATION Ad. fr. The Book of Common Prayer Mr. Beddingfield Please place your cards and messages for Brandon in the basket Thank you for your cooperation!
in the foyer as you leave the service.
Gracious God, whose blessed Son came not to be served but to serve:
Bless all who, following in his steps, give themselves to the service of others;
that with wisdom and devotion, with patience and courage, Introduction of the Candidate Mr. Beddingfield __________________________________
they may minister in Jesus’ name to your church, to all your children, Testimony Brandon Brown, Candidate † The congregation is invited to stand.
and to the world around us, both near and far. Charge to the Candidate Mr. Beddingfield
May your will be done both in and through us, Response: I will.
in the name of Christ Jesus and through the power of the Holy Spirit we pray,
Amen. Prayer of Dedication Adam English, Chair of the Diaconate
† Declaration of Ordination Dr. English, with Congregation
PRAYER FOR OUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS:
PRELUDE Jesus, Jesus, Jesus in the Morning arr. H. Robert James Brandon, we, the members and friends of Memorial Baptist Church, Members: Carolyn Walker, Ofelia Hoyle, David Price, Bob and Jeanne Barker,
Anne McClain, organ declare you to be a deacon in the service of God and of God’s church, Linda Smith, Mary Lou Ellen, Pauline Calloway
in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit.
Thanks be to God! Amen. Family and Friends: Family of Dennis Avery and Lucas Peregory (friends of Ashley
PSALM OF PRAISE (responsively) Psalm 65: 1-4 Mr. Beddingfield
Nelson-lost family members last week), Raymond Pickett (father of Susan Johnson), Kay
Praise is due to you, O God, in Zion, INSTALLATION OF DEACONS Hedgepeth, Casey Adams (daughter of Donna Penny), Christopher Hoyle (son of
and to you shall vows be performed, O God, who answers prayers! David Avrette, Theresa Batten, Brandon Brown, Bob Cisneros, Ofelia Hoyle), Roberta Blackwell (sister of Anne McClain)
To you shall all flesh come:
Gail Cogdill, Cherry DeVane, Adam English, Harriet Enzor,
When deeds of iniquity overwhelm us, you forgive our transgressions. Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle (Shallotte): Pat Stiller
Derek Hogan, Laura Rich, Earl Savage, Tom Spainhour
Happy are those whom you choose and bring near, to live in your courts.
We shall be satisfied with the goodness of your house, your holy temple. Oak Hill Assisted Living Center (Angier): Ester Howard and Frances McQuade
l Scripture I Peter 5: 1-4 Mr. Beddingfield
Instructions for Church Leaders.
TODAY, October 17th
Friends Class - Sunday School: 8:45 a.m. (Zoom)
Sarah’s Open Door Class - Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. (Classroom/Zoom)
Indoor Worship Service: 10:00 a.m. (Sanctuary)
(Deacon Ordination for Brandon Brown)
MBC Kid’s Church: 10:00 a.m. (Fellowship Hall/Playground)
Youth Sunday School: 11:00 a.m. (Fellowship Hall)
Youth - “Coffee & Catch-Up”: 6:30 p.m. (Fellowship Hall)
WEDNESDAY, October 20th
Children’s Choir: 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Zoom)
Adult Bible Study: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (Zoom)
“The Whole Armor of God” series—Sword of the Spirit:
Ephesians 6:17
Chancel Choir Rehearsal: 7:30 p.m. (Sanctuary)
OCTOBER
24 Friends Class - Sunday School: 8:45 a.m. (Zoom)
Sarah’s Open Door Class - Sunday School: 9 a.m. (Classroom/Zoom)
Indoor Worship Service: 10:00 a.m. (Sanctuary)
MBC Kid’s Church: 10:00 a.m. (Fellowship Hall/Playground)
Youth - Sunday School: 11:00 a.m. (Fellowship Hall)
27 Children’s Choir: 5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Zoom)
Adult Bible Study: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (Zoom)
“The Whole Armor of God” series—Prayer: Ephesians 6:18
Chancel Choir Rehearsal: 7:30 p.m. (Sanctuary)
30 Colon Jackson Memorial Service: 2:00 p.m.
31 Friends Class - Sunday School: 8:45 a.m. (Zoom)
Sarah’s Open Door Class - Sunday School: 9 a.m. (Classroom/Zoom)
Indoor Worship Service: 10:00 a.m. (Sanctuary)
MBC Kid’s Church: 10:00 a.m. (Fellowship Hall/Playground)
Youth - Sunday School: 11:00 a.m. (Fellowship Hall)
Fall Family Fun Night with Drive-Thru Trunk or Treat: 5:00 p.m.
Deacons for October: Harriet Enzor and Earl Savage
Deacons for November: David Avrette and Adam English
Ushers Today: Jeff Pope, Derek Hogan, Ron McLamb and Josh Taylor
Ushers for Oct. 24: Nancy Brady, Bob Cisneros, Barrett Kesling and
Miles West
Kid’s Church Teacher Today: Cindy Avrette and Ellie Rich
Fall Family Fun Night with
Drive-Thru Trunk or Treat
Sunday, October 31st
5:00 p.m.
We want this event to be a time of much needed fun and fellowship
for MBC. We will have some safety measures in place in hopes you
will feel safe to participate.
We would like for families with children to drive their kids through
our parking lot and stop at each "trunk" instead of having kids walk
from trunk to trunk. Volunteers will then hand out candy to each car
while wearing a mask and gloves. Afterwards, families are invited to
park and enjoy some food and music.
Please contact Meredith if you would like to help!
LOCAL MISSION PROJECT:
Thanks to Charissa English, we have become aware of a need
at Harnett Central Middle School. We are going to provide period
emergency kits for young women. A plastic zip-top bag will contain the
requested items. Please let us know if you would like to donate money
for this cause or help put bags together. Also, if you have any extra make-
up bags lying around, please bring them to the church. The plastic bags
can be placed in them in order to be more discreet.
CHURCH MINISTRIES Twenty-First Sunday after Pentecost
• Clothes Closet: More Dates TBA
Ordination and Installation of Deacons
• Buddy Backpack: collecting individuals cereal boxes
You may also make a donation to Memorial Baptist Church
and put ‘Buddy Backpack’ on the memo line.
October 17, 2021
• Harnett Food Pantry: collecting egg cartons and non-perishable foods
You may make a donation to Memorial Baptist Church Memorial Baptist Church is an inviting, inclusive, Christ-centered community
and put ‘Food Pantry’ on the memo line. of faith open to all persons who want to walk with us in following the way
of Jesus. If you mourn and need comfort; if you’re weary and need rest;
• Harnett Central Middle School Project: collecting funds for project if you feel friendless and need friendship; if you need a Savior; if you need
You may make a donation to Memorial Baptist Church love; if you need help; whoever you are and whatever your circumstances,
and put ‘Harnett Central Middle School’ on the memo line.
we open the door and in the name of Jesus bid you come.
Memorial Baptist Church
271 Leslie Campbell Avenue/P.O. Box 485 The Rev. Edward Beddingfield, Pastor
Buies Creek, NC 27506 Meredith Lanier, Associate Pastor
Telephone: 910-893-4162 Fax: 910-893-2167 Dr. Phillip and Susan Morrow, Ministers of Music
Website: www.memorialbcnc.org Anne McClain, Organist
email: ashley@memorialbcnc.org Mariamarta Conrad, Worship Assistant
Ashley Nelson, Administrative Assistant
Church Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm
Wayne Smith, Custodian
Other Staff: By Appointment