27Th Sunday in Ordinary Time

27th Sunday in Ordinary Time

October 6, 2013 9:30 AM

WELCOME TO WORSHIP ON THIS LORD’S DAY!

We are blessed by your presence and hope that you will experience the love of God reflected in the life of this community of faith. Nursery care is provided from 9:15-11:45 a.m. for ages three and under, though we love to have children of all ages remain with us in worship. Please complete the friendship pad in your row during the announcements and pass it back so that you are able to greet your neighbors by name.

WE GATHER IN JOYFUL EXPECTATION

Greeting & Announcements (L = Leader / P = People / A = All)

L: The Peace of Christ be with you!

P: And also with you!

The Sign of our Belonging

In the waters of baptism, we participate in the death and resurrected life of Jesus Christ.

Prelude “In the Looking Glass” by Lorie Line Peggy Pillers

Call to Worship:

L: We gather, as God’s people, bringing our fears and pain, knowing that when our spirits have grown cold,

P: God rekindles the gift of faith in us.

L: We gather, as God’s people, hanging our broken hearts on the branches of the tree of life, knowing that while friends may turn against us,

P: God transforms enemies into sisters and brothers.

L: We gather, as God’s people, hungering for healing and hope, knowing that even when life is no picnic,

P: God prepares a feast for us.

* Opening Hymn #276 “Great is Thy Faithfulness”

*Unison Prayer of Confession

Heart-seeking God, forgive us. Plant a tiny seed of hope that it might grow into a bouquet for others. Increase our faith until it spills over in thanksgiving to you. Fill us with the love that overwhelms all our complaints and rekindles our desire to faithfully follow Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior.

Time of Silent Personal Confession

* Words of Assurance

L: While our failures and frailty are fresh, God’s grace has been ours before time began. This is great news—we are forgiven.

P: God plants the seed of faith deep within us, growing a harvest of grace and hope. Thanks be to God, who has given us the promise of life in Christ Jesus our Lord! Amen.

* We Praise Our God # 322

Spirit of The Living God, Fall afresh on me; (2 TIMES)

Melt me, mold me, fill me, use me.

Spirit of The Living God, Fall afresh on me.

WE PROCLAIM THE WORD

Old Testament Reading Lamentations 3:19-26 (p. 766 OT)

Anthem “I Believe” Amy Ward, soloist

Gospel Reading Luke 17:5-6 (p. 80 NT)

L: Hear what the Spirit is saying to the Church.

P: Thanks be to God!

Sermon “Mustard Seed Faith” Pastor Laurene

* Hymn #515 “Now to Your Table Spread”

WE RESPOND TO THE WORD

Offertory

* Doxology “Give Thanks” (sing together)

Give thanks with a grateful heart, Give thanks to the Holy One

Give thanks, because he’s given Jesus Christ, his Son.

And now let the weak say I am strong, let the poor say I am rich

Because of what the Lord has done for us. Give thanks.

* Unison Prayer of Dedication

Blessed are you, God of all creation; through your goodness we have these gifts to share. Accept and use our offerings for your glory and for the service of your kingdom. Amen.

We Share Our Joys and Concerns

L: God, in your mercy,

P: Hear our prayer.

WE CELEBRATE THE LORD’S SUPPER

Invitation to the Table

Great Prayer of Thanksgiving

Sung Response “It is Truly Right!”

It is truly right and our greatest joy, to give you thanks and praise,

O Lord our God, Creator and Ruler of the Universe.

Congregational Prayer and the Lord’s Prayer

Words of Institution

The Bread and Cup are Shared

(Please take and eat the bread as it is served, then hold the cup until all have been served.)

Unison Prayer of Thanksgiving

Help us rise in your resurrection power from this table where you, the Ruler of the Universe, have served us, that we may extend your arms of peace to a world in conflict. This we ask through Christ, in Christ, with Christ, in the unity of the Holy Spirit. May all honor and glory and dominion be yours. Now and forevermore. Amen.

WE FOLLOW THE WORD INTO THE WORLD

* Closing Hymn #386 “O for a World”

* Charge

L: Know Christ’s presence with each of us, leading us, this day and always.

P: Together, we will extend the hand of compassion and words of welcome in Jesus’ name.

*Benediction

* Congregational Response #587 “Amen”

Postlude

Worship Notes:

·  All those who are able, please stand where you see an asterisk*

·  Bolded words are spoken or sung together by the people

Community Presbyterian Church

3705 55th Street NW

Rochester, MN 55901

(507) 280-9291

www.cpcroch.org

Our mission is to be an open-hearted, open-minded Christian community sharing a ministry of faith, hope, and love.

ANNOUNCEMENTS October 6, 2013

TODAY AT CPC

9:30: Worship Service

10:30 : Fellowship Time with refreshments provided by Laurene Lafontaine.

Flowers for today’s service are provided by MariLynn Johnson in memory of Robert Lee Johnson.

THIS WEEK AT CPC

Monday 5:30 p.m. Personnel

Tuesday 7:00 p.m. Women of the Church

Wednesday 6:30 a.m. Prayer Group @ Madonna Towers

7:00 p.m. Choir

Thursday 7:00 p.m. Worship & Music

7:30 p.m. Aikido

Friday 7:00 p.m. AS Support Group

Saturday 10:00 a.m. Aikido

Sunday 9:30 a.m. Worship Service

6:00 p.m. Movie Night

COMING UP AT CPC

October 8 Women of the Church

October 13 Movie Night

October 27 Fall Harvest Potluck, Book Discussion Group

OUR CHURCH FAMILY NEWS

Today—Annual Peacemaking Offering

The annual Peacemaking Offering is being collected during worship today. Twenty-five percent of all donations will support the work of “Mission 21” in their efforts to serve female and male children, ages 15 and under, who are victims of domestic minor sex trafficking (DMST) or commercial sexual exploitation (CSE). To understand more about their programs and mission, visit www.mission21mn.org.

Today—Adult Education at 10:45 a.m.

Looking Back—U.S. Options for Syrian Chemical Weapons Attacks

This week we will consider what guidance Scripture has for us when we face volatile conflagrations that could kindle additional violence.

Today—CROP Walk at 1:30 p.m.

Join us for the CROP (Communities Responding to Overcome Poverty) Walk today at First Presbyterian Church to help raise money to feed the needy. Registration begins at 1:30 p.m., and the walk starts at 2 p.m. Seventy-five percent of the money raised goes to eradicate hunger and poverty and promote peace and justice, while 25% goes locally to the Channel One Food Bank. For more information, talk to anyone from the Mission Committee. You can also go online for information at www.crophungerwalk.org.

Women of the Church—Tuesday, October 8 at 7:00 p.m.

Women of the Church will meet at Mary Henderson’s home at 528 Willow Bend Dr at 7 p.m. Joan Loef of CROP will speak about her trip to Vietnam viewing Church World Service at work. Call Mary at 289-8458 if you plan to come.

CPC Jeopardy

Our question this week is “when is Gypsy’s birthday?” Find the answer in the weekly eblast!

Movie Night—Sunday, October 13 at 6:00 p.m.

Movie Night returns on Sunday, October 13, at 6:00 p.m. To kick off the movies this year, we will be showing the movie “Silver Linings Playbook.” The movie is about a former teacher returning to “normal” life, attempting to reconnect with his wife after a short stay in a mental institution. Treats and beverages will be provided, followed by a brief discussion led by Pastor Laurene.

Winter OuterWear—through Sunday, October 13

CPC is once again collecting winter clothing for United Way’s Community Winter OuterWear Drive. You can help by donating new or gently used and clean winter coats, snow suits, snow pants, hats, scarves, boots, and mittens and gloves. Collection ends on October 13, and distribution takes place on October 28-29.

Fall Harvest Potluck—Sunday, October 27 after Sunday School (~11:30 a.m.)

Join us for fellowship and a great meal. The Membership Committee will provide plates, utensils, and beverages. Please use the signup sheet in the Narthex. Questions can be directed to Aaron Simms, 280-8779.

Book Discussion Group—Sunday, October 27 at 5:00 p.m.

“People of the Book” by Geraldine Brooks is the book we will discuss on October 27 at 5 p.m. We will meet in the church library, and we welcome all to share in our discussion. Tammy Rider will be our discussion leader. This is a “Book in a Bag” so we will have 10 copies available for our use. Please contact Gwen Riggin (251-7874 or ) if you’d like a copy or if you have questions.

Progressive Dinner—Saturday, November 2 at 5:00 p.m.

The Progressive Dinner is being held on November 2 this year. It is an organized potluck; i.e. members will be asked to bring a salad, bread, a bottle of wine—whatever is needed to round out the main course. We will have appetizers in one location from 5-6:15 p.m., and then divide into smaller groups of six to ten people for the main course, which will be from 6:30-7:45 p.m. Desserts will be served in another single location from 8-9 p.m. We encourage you to sign up in the Narthex whether you are single or a couple, young or old, or in between. If you have questions, please call Rick Orvold at 507-280-0685.

Join the Choir

Choir rehearses every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. and sings on an average of twice per month during the year. The only requirement is a love of music and having fun!

Advent Project Collection

Denise is collecting these items for an Advent project:

·  Small pine cones

·  Wide and narrow ribbon: purple, white, silver or gold

·  Artificial evergreens: pine, fir, spruce, etc.

·  Very small gold, silver, white or purple ornaments

Working Together to Make a Difference

CPC and Children’s Place are working together to make a difference in the lives of our children and their environment. We’re collecting empty plastic containers that once held health or beauty products, ink cartridges, pop tabs, box tops, soup labels and other items. See Denise Swinbank for more information.

Volunteer Opportunities at CPC

There are many volunteer opportunities at CPC: teaching Sunday School, providing treats after the service, setting up the sanctuary – opportunities for all talents and interests! Please see the weekly eblast for more details, or sign up on the appropriate clipboard in the narthex.

Have You Paid Your Per Capita Yet? Thank you to everyone that has already paid your per capita of $32.37. If you have not, we encourage you to do so. This funding supports vital mission activities for:

·  General Assembly ($6.87)

·  Synod ($5.00)

·  Presbytery ($20.50)

CLIPBOARD CORNER

Sign up in the Narthex to participate in CPC activities.

Volunteer and Church Event Opportunities:

*  Fellowship-time refreshment providers

– Provide treats after Sunday worship

*  Worship Assistants

– Assist with Sunday morning worship

*  Greeters

– Greet members and visitors before Sunday morning worship

*  Compassion International

– Monthly Sponsorship for Cristhian Gaspar

*  Sanctuary Flowers

– Provide flowers for Sunday morning worship

*  Deacons’ Assistants

–  Assist with special events (i.e. refreshments at funerals)