THE WORSHIP OF GOD

Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost PROCLAIMING

September 26, 2021
Ten O’clock in the Morning
Who fathoms the Eternal Thought?
Who talks of scheme and plan?
The Lord is God! who needeth not
The poor device of man.
Yet, in the maddening maze of things,
And tossed by storm and flood,
To one fixed trust my spirit clings:
I know that God is good!
Not mine to look where cherubim
And seraphs may not see,
But nothing can be good in God
Which evil is in me.
The wrong that pains my soul below
I dare not throne above;
I know not of God’s hate – I know
God’s goodness and God’s love.
I know not what the future hath
Of marvel or surprise,
Memorial Baptist Church
Buies Creek, North Carolina
Assured alone that life and death
God’s mercy underlies.
And if my heart and flesh are weak
To bear an untried pain,
The bruisèd reed God will not break,
But strengthen and sustain.
And so beside the Silent Sea
I wait the muffled oar;
No harm from God can come to me
On ocean or on shore.
I know not where God’s islands lift
Their fronded palms in air;
I only know I cannot drift
Beyond God’s love and care.
And Thou, O Lord! by whom are seen
Thy creatures as they be,
Forgive me if too close I lean
My human heart on Thee!
POSTLUDE God of Grace and God of Glory Douglas E. Wagner
PSALTER (responsively) Psalm 57: 1-3, 9-11 Mr. Beddingfield
Please remain seated until you are dismissed by an usher
Be merciful to me, O Lord, be merciful to me! For in you I take refuge; and exit quickly through the foyer doors to the courtyard.
In the shadow of your wings I take refuge, Offering plates are on the tables in the foyer as you leave.
till the storms of destruction pass me by. Thank you for your cooperation!
I cry to God Most High, to God who fulfills his purpose for me.
God will send from heaven and save me;
God will send forth his love and faithfulness!
I will give thanks to you, O Lord, among the peoples;
I will sing praises to you among the nations.
For your steadfast love is as high as the heavens,
and your faithfulness extends to the clouds.
Be exalted, O God, above the heavens! The altar flowers are given to the glory of God
Let your glory be over all the earth.
and in memory of Katie Morgan
whose birthday was September 22nd
(she would have been 95 this year)
† GOSPEL Luke 13: 1-5 Avery Browning, President by Mary Morgan, Margaret Morgan Holmes and Rupert Tart.
Cooperative Baptist Student Fellowship
Jesus answered them, “Do you think that those Galileans were
worse sinners than all the other Galileans, because they
suffered so? I tell you, No; but unless you repent,
you will all likewise perish.”
PRAYER FOR OUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS:
SERMON The Will of God: When Things Go Wrong Mr. Beddingfield Members: Carolyn Walker, Ofelia Hoyle, David Price, Bob and Jeanne Barker,
(Fifth in a series.) Linda Smith, Mary Lou Ellen, Pauline Calloway

~ from “The Eternal Goodness,” by John Greenleaf Whittier (ad.)
GATHERING
Thank you for wearing a mask (the CDC and State health authorities
recommend masks to be worn inside regardless of vaccination status).
Masks and hand sanitizer are available from an usher if you need them.
Pews are marked for social distancing guidelines,
or if you prefer an usher can assist you with seating.
WELCOMING MUSIC
TESTIMONY IN SONG
PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE and THE LORD’S PRAYER
DEDICATION OF THE PARAMENTS
RESPONDING
I Quietly Turned to You
from Celebrate Life!
Susan Morrow, vocalist
Mr. Beddingfield
Family and Friends: Robert Bradsher’s family (cousin of Gail Cogdill; died from
COVID), Daniel Barker (grandson of Bob and Jeanne Barker), Kay Hedgepeth, Casey
Adams (daughter of Donna Penny), Christopher Hoyle (son of Ofelia Hoyle), Carroll
Marsalis (father of Melody Price), Roberta Blackwell (sister of Anne McClain)
R. Courtney/B. Red
Arbor Landing at Ocean Isle (Shallotte): Pat Stiller
Oak Hill Assisted Living Center (Angier): Ester Howard and Frances McQuade
In order to keep our prayer list current, we will place names on the list for one month. After one
month we will remove names from the list. If there is a need for a name to be on the list for a longer
period, please notify us and we will be happy to comply.

GREETING Edward Beddingfield, Pastor INVITATION and REFLECTION Prayers of Comfort are extended to the family of Ofelia Hoyle in the death of her
Those wishing to respond to the invitation may meet the pastor cousin in the Philippines, Rogelio Medel, on Thursday, September 23rd.
INVOCATION Ad. fr. The Book of Common Prayer, Mr. Beddingfield at the front of the sanctuary during the Music for Reflection.
Proper 20 (the Sunday closest to Sept. 21)
As we gather together in worship, O Lord,
grant us not to be anxious about earthly things, but to love the heavenly; SENDING
and even now, while we are placed among things that are passing away, Deacons for September: Cherry DeVane and Derek Hogan
may we hold fast to those that endure; through Jesus Christ our Lord, Amen. LIFE IN THE COMMUNITY and OFFERTORY INVITATION
Deacons for October: Harriet Enzor and Earl Savage
PRELUDE Fantasy on WHEN MORNING GILDS THE SKIES Dan R. Edwards BENEDICTION Ad. fr. John Claypool Mr. Beddingfield
Anne McClain, organ Go now into God’s world as those who are called to be God’s people, Ushers Today: Nancy Brady, Bob Cisneros, Miles West, Barrett
remembering as you go that by God’s goodness you were born into this life, Kesling
PRAYER OF CONFESSION Meredith Lanier, Associate Pastor by God’s grace you have been kept to this very hour,
and by God’s love, fully revealed in Jesus Christ, you are being redeemed, Ushers for Oct. 3: Al Hardison, Randall Johnson, Susan Johnson,
and ASSURANCE OF GRACE
now and forevermore. Amen. Linda Lunney
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† HYMN OF GRATITUDE 54 Great is Thy Faithfulness FAITHFULNESS
_____________________________________ Kid’s Church Teacher Today: Charlotte Riewestahl & Gracie Jonas
stanzas 1 and 3 only
† The congregation is invited to stand.
TODAY, September 26th Financial Picture as of August 20, 2021
Friends Class - Sunday School: 8:45 a.m. (Zoom) » Total support $ 205,706
Sarah’s Open Door Class - Sunday School: 9:00 a.m. (Classroom/Zoom) » Total expenditures $ (221,304)
Indoor Worship Service: 10:00 a.m. (Sanctuary) » Expenditures exceed support $ (15,598)
MBC Kid’s Church: 10:00 a.m. (Fellowship Hall/Playground) » Undesignated giving below prior year, same date $ (18,592)
Youth Sunday School: 11:00 a.m. (Fellowship Hall) » Percentage decrease compared to prior year -8%
» Principal due on line of credit for church renovation $ 120,661
WEDNESDAY, September 29th
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—Sandals of Peace: Ephesians 6:15
Chancel Choir Rehearsal: 7:30 p.m. (Sanctuary)

THURSDAY, September 30th

Flu Vaccinations at MBC (Sponsored by Harnett Co. Health Dept.): 10:00 a.m.

Ordinary Time Paraments by Kathy and Jac Whatley

OCTOBER:
2 Clothes Closet: 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (Family Life Center)
3 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)
6 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—Shield of Faith: Ephesians 6:16
Chancel Choir Rehearsal: 7:30 p.m. (Sanctuary)
We welcome members of the Campbell University chapter of the Cooperative
Baptist Student Fellowship to our service today. Avery Browning, president of
the group, will read our Gospel selection, and several members have been
worshipping with us since we were meeting outside. CBSF members and any
other students are invited to stay after church for a lunch in the fellowship hall.
Lunch will be fried chicken, baked rice, green beans, broccoli slaw, deviled eggs,
fresh fruit tray, bread, brownies, homemade ice cream, & pumpkin spice cake.
The new parament hanging on the front of the pulpit was designed in honor
of Ed Beddingfield and resulted from his series of sermons on the Holy
Spirit. Drawn from an ancient Celtic design of three lobes representing the
Creator, Jesus Christ and the Holy Ghost, it is on a background of green for
“Ordinary Time” in the church calendar. The design is completed by a
golden circle, or crown, demonstrating eternity through Christ.
A new altar cloth is done in matching fabric with Celtic crosses on the ends,
picking up on those in our church’s stained glass. The new paraments are
designed, sewn and given by Jac and Kathy Whatley in gratitude for Ed’s
ministry and that of Memorial Baptist Church.
~ Jac and Kathy Whatley
Eighteenth Sunday after Pentecost
CHURCH MINISTRIES September 26, 2021
 Clothes Closet: Saturday, October 2, 2021
 Buddy Backpack: collecting individuals cereal boxes
You may also make a donation to Memorial Baptist Church Memorial Baptist Church is an inviting, inclusive, Christ-centered community
and put ‘Buddy Backpack’ 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 Food Pantry: collecting egg cartons and non-perishable foods if you feel friendless and need friendship; if you need a Savior; if you need
You may also make a donation to Memorial Baptist Church love; if you need help; whoever you are and whatever your circumstances,
and put ‘Food Pantry’ on the memo line. we open the door and in the name of Jesus bid you come.

Fall Family Fun Night with Memorial Baptist Church

Drive-Thru Trunk or Treat
Please contact Meredith Lanier
if you would like to help!
271 Leslie Campbell Avenue/P.O. Box 485
Buies Creek, NC 27506 The Rev. Edward Beddingfield, Pastor
Meredith Lanier, Associate Pastor
Telephone: 910-893-4162 Fax: 910-893-2167
Sunday, October 31st Website: www.memorialbcnc.org
Dr. Phillip and Susan Morrow, Ministers of Music
Anne McClain, Organist
5:00 p.m. email: ashley@memorialbcnc.org
Mariamarta Conrad, Worship Assistant
More details to come… Church Office Hours: Monday - Friday: 9am - 5pm Ashley Nelson, Administrative Assistant
Other Staff: By Appointment Wayne Smith, Custodian