Celebrating the Lord's Day at

Bazetta Christian Church March 12, 2017 Second Sunday in Lent Worship: Early 9:30 a.m.

Worship: Afresh 11:15 a.m.

The Church Gathers Before God MUSIC FOR CENTERING Sarah Callahan, Soloist “Oh God Forgive Us” – For King and Country * CALL TO WORSHIP Tamee Chester, Liturgist L: “To You, O Lord, I lift up my soul; O Heart within my heart, in You I place my trust. C: Let me not feel unworthy. Let not fear rule over me. L: Yes! Let all who open their hearts savor You and bless the earth. C: Compel me to know your ways, O Lord. Instruct me upon your paths. L: Lead me in your truth, and teach me. C: For through You will I know wholeness. I shall reflect your light both day and night.” (Psalm 25 Psalms for Praying)

* SONG OF PRAISE

“Ancient Words”

* OPENING PRAYER L: Let us join together in prayer. “I know of your mercy, Compassionate One, and of your steadfast love. You have been with me from the beginning. Forgive the many times I have walked away from You, choosing to walk alone. With your steadfast love, once again, companion me along your way. Amen.”

* THE PEACE The people exchange with one another, by words and gesture, signs of peace and reconciliation.

FIRST READING

John 3:10-16 NIV; NIV Pew Bible Pg. 1649

PRAYERS OF GOD’S PEOPLE “Holy Ground”

* DOXOLOGY

#112

PREPARATION FOR GOD’S WORD Chancel Choir “Awesome is the Lord Most High” Children depart for Sonshine Hour.

SECOND READING MESSAGE * SONG OF PRESENTATION #400, verses 1-3 “When You Do This, Remember Me” THE LORD'S SUPPER AND *OFFERING Words of Institution and the Communion Prayer The Lord’s Prayer Partaking of the Bread and Cup Christ Has Died Christ Is Risen Christ Will Come Again Offertory Prayer of Thanksgiving COMMUNION MUSIC “Grace So Glorious” – Elevation Worship

* SONG FOR SENDING #400, verse 4 “When You Do This, Remember Me” *All who are able may stand. Ginny Taylor, Music Ministry Leader; Heather Trowbridge, Choir Director Dominic Aliesch, Charlie Faler, Acolytes

FIRST READING

John 3:10-16 NIV; NIV Pew Bible Pg. 1649

“You are Israel’s teacher,” said Jesus, “and do you not understand these things? I tell you the truth, we speak of what we

“For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.

know, and we testify to what we have seen, but still you people do not accept our testimony. I have spoken to you of earthly things and you do not believe; how then will you believe if I speak of heavenly things? No one has ever gone into heaven except the one who came from heaven—the Son of Man. Just as Moses lifted up the snake in the desert, so the Son of Man must be lifted up, that everyone who believes in him may have eternal life.

This is the word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.

THIS WEEK AT BAZETTA CHRISTIAN CHURCH Monday:

9:00 a.m.

Childcare Center Story Time

Tuesday:

9:00 a.m. 6:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.

Childcare Story Time BCC Administrative Board Meeting Scouts

Wednesday:

4:00 p.m. 6:30 p.m.

Prayer Shawl Ministry Chancel Choir Rehearsal

Thursday:

7:00 p.m. 8:00 p.m.

Redeemed Journey Rehearsal Men’s Group Lenten Studies

Saturday:

9:30 a.m.

Book Club

Next Sunday:

9:30 a.m. 11:15 a.m. 6-7:30 p.m.

Worship Early Worship: Afresh Youth Groups

FOR OUR CHILDREN Our infant nursery is available during our worship service. The nursery is located down the main hallway on the left-hand side, 5th door down. Our Nursery Supervisor is Megan Cross. Pagers are available. Children’s activity packets are available for use during worship. These packets are on the table in the hallway at the back of the sanctuary. Children are invited to depart for Sonshine Hour following the Preparation for God’s Word.

Stay connected with BCC on Facebook at www.facebook.com/bazettachristian “As for us, brothers and sisters, we longed with great eagerness to see you face to face.” ~1 Thessalonians 2:17 Sunday Sermons are posted on our church website: www.bazettachristianchurch.net

Bazetta Christian Church Disciples of Christ) Paul P. Leone, Pastor 4131 Bazetta Road, Cortland, Ohio 44410 Church Telephone: (330)637-6312 or Fax: (330)637-6239

E-mail: [email protected] www.bazettachristianchurch.net

Pastor Paul’s private e-mail:

[email protected]

Easter Flowers Tulip (in colors of red, white, orange, yellow, or pink) or Lily or Daffodil 6.5” pot, $9.50 each Sign up on the easel in the Gathering Space. The last day to order is April 9. Please pay when ordering by placing the funds in an envelope marked accordingly, and putting it in the offering plate or the wooden box outside the church office door.

“My artwork is straight from God’s hands, down to mine. I thank all of you for your support and love, as I bring the world something that nobody has ever seen.” - Jarrett Hutton GREETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Welcome to worship! During this Lenten season, we praise God for his righteous Son, who perfectly kept all of God’s commandments for us and paid the full price of our disobedience. Let us praise him with hearts filled with Christ’s spirit of obedience. If you have questions concerning membership with Bazetta Christian Church, speak w/Pastor Paul. A Friendly Reminder: Please silence or turn off your cell phones upon entering the sanctuary. Let us worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness!

Yoga has come to an end. Thank you all for your support. Thank you to the folks who came! ~Ginny

C.H.O.W.’s “Just for Fun Quiz Night” Saturday, March 25, 2017 St. Robert Parish Hall, State Route 46, Cortland Food at 6:30 p.m.; Game begins at 7:00 p.m. $10.00 per person Includes soups, veggies, snacks, soft drinks, coffee, and fun Proceeds will be used to continue C.H.O.W.’s work sending recycled desks and school equipment to schools in poor areas of Central America and also delivering household goods and school supplies to a community center in Grahn, Kentucky. Plan to join us for a fun night of trivia with food, fellowship, and laughs. Sign up on the easel in the Gathering Space. For more information, email [email protected] or call Becky Costas at 330-637-0219.

“Through an Artists Eyes” Jarrett Hutton’s photography in the Regional Photography Gallery The Butler Institute of American Art 524 Wick Avenue, Youngstown Now through Sunday, May 14, 2017 Stop over and see the display!

Men’s Group Lenten Studies Thursdays, at 8:00 p.m., through and including April 6, BCC Men’s Group will begin a five week study titled “Faith Commander: Living Five Values From the Parables of Jesus” using material from the television series Duck Dynasty. Studies will last about one hour in the church parlor. Please join us as we grow closer to Christ through fellowship, sharing God’s word, and learning our role as Christian men. All men are welcome to attend and it is not necessary to attend all studies as material will be made available to review according to your personal schedules. Please see Tim Beaumont, Roger Elliott, or Scott Nowak with any questions.

“But as for me and my household, we will serve the Lord.” ~Joshua 24:15

Stewardship Corner Weekly Budgeted amount needed = $5,348.00 Amount Received on March 5, 2017: $6,554.02

Summer Camp Schedule Three (3) Lenten Bible Studies w/Pastor Paul Wednesday Mornings @ 10:30 a.m. March 29, April 5, April 12 “We enter the Lenten season to prepare ourselves to welcome the risen Christ with lives renewed by the breath of his Spirit. We dedicate ourselves to meditate upon the scriptures and to converse with God in prayer.”

BCC Annual Easter Egg Hunt Saturday, April 8, 2017, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. For children ages Infants thru 5th Grade Here’s a list of goodies we need for this special day: Wrapped Candy—and lots of it, preferably bite size Small prizes for the prize table, such as stuffed animals, games, candy, puzzles, toys, etc. Cookies—for all to enjoy See Sign-Up sheet for paper products, drinks, and cookies, and also opportunities to help. Please bring in candy and prize donations by Sunday, March 26. This will help with planning and evaluating of what we need to purchase. We will also accept cash donations if you’d rather us do the shopping. Thank you so much for your support and donations. We literally couldn’t do the Egg Hunt without your help. May God bless you in your giving! If you have any questions, please see Debbie Glosser.

The schedule has been posted by the Christian Church in Ohio. Mark your calendars and plan to attend. Watch for further details. Grandparents’ Camp For kids in Grades K, 1, and 2 and a Grandparent

June 2 and 3

Otter Camp For kids in Grades 2, 3, 4, & 5

June 18th — 24th

Ribbit Camp For kids in Grades 2, 3, 4, & 5

July 5th — 8th

Chi Rho Camp Emmaus For kids in Grades 6, 7, & 8

June 4th — 10th

Chi Rho Camp Corinth For kids in Grades 6, 7, & 8

July 9th — 15th

Chi Rho Camp Damascus For kids in Grades 6, 7, & 8

July 23rd — 29th

CYF Conference #1 For kids in Grades 9, 10, 11, & 12

June 11th — 17th

CYF Conference #2 For kids in Grades 9, 10, 11, & 12

June 25th — July 1st

CYF Conference #3 For kids in Grades 9, 10, 11, & 12

July 16th — 22nd

Advance Ministries Spring Retreat April 21 — 23 For adults ages 19-29 (at least one year out of high school) Advance Ministries Summer Conference July 30th — August 6th For adults ages 19-29 (at least one year out of high school)

Adult Conference at Northwest Christian Church For adults of all ages

June 19 — 23