Sunday Bulletin
May 11, 2008
Pentecost Sunday
Sunday Worship Bulletin
October 11, 2009
28thSunday in Ordinary Time
Westminster Presbyterian Church extends an enthusiastic welcome, in Christ’s name,
to all who would worship here or join us in fellowship.
We affirm that there can be no exclusion within the body of Christ.
We invite all children of God to join us as disciples of Christ
and participate fully in the life of our congregation.
1502 West 13th Street · Wilmington, DE19806
302-654-5214 · Fax: 302-654-5706 ·
Welcome to Westminster
Whether you are worshiping at Westminster for the first time or returning for a visit,
we sincerely welcome you in the name of Christ!
Following our 9:00 a.m. worship service, we invite you to meet today’s “ambassador,” Bill Nace,at the back of the sanctuary. He will have a gift for you, and can share information regarding our many ministries for children, youth and adults. He can also guide you to the hospitality area to enjoy fellowship or lead you on a tour of the church.
Children are welcome in worship! Westminster’s Kids’ Notes and worship bags are available each Sunday from the ushers. Kids’ Notes, a weekly companion to Westminster’s morning worship, emphasizes listeningand seeing during worship. The bags include storybooks for children of all ages, coloring paper and crayons, a children’s bulletin for those age three to six, and bookmarks for hymns and Scripture.
Worship Aids- Large print Presbyterian Hymnals and hearing devices may be obtained from any usher.
Would you like to know more? Check out our website at .
This Morning at Westminster8:45 – Noon Child Care for Cribbery (birth – toddler)
9:00 a.m. Traditional Worship Service with Westminster Choir and organ
- After Time With Our Children, if you wish, your children may
Godly Care-A unique opportunity for children ages 2 – 4 to get to know God through music, crafts, prayers and stories. Classes are in the Under Six Classrooms A & B.
Godly Play-Children in kindergarten through second grade gather in
the RuthChristieRoom to learn the language of God’s people through
sacred space, stories, parables and liturgical actions.
Godly Kids – Worship education for children in grades 3 and 4 in the Meeting Room. Godly Kids return to the sanctuary during the final hymn and sit together until their parents meet them following the postlude.
10:10 a.m. Prime Time Sunday School Classes for all ages. For a listing of Adult Education classes, see page 6.
11:15 a.m. Worship with old hymns, new songs, and creative liturgy. Children are always welcome in worship, however, childcare is available in Under Six for ages 2 – Grade 2.
Hospitality and Fellowship
The Holy Toast Café, located in Community Hall, is open from 8:30 a.m. to 11:15 a.m.
Coffee, tea and fellowship are free. Breakfast foods are available for one dollar per item.
ORDER OF WORSHIP AT 9:00A.M.
Preparation for Worship
In this moment
draw me to yourself, Lord, and make me aware,
not so much of what I’ve given, as of all I have received and so have yet to share.
Send me forth in power and gladness and with great courage
to live out in the world what I pray and profess, that, in sharing, I may do justice, make peace,
grow in love, enjoy myself, other people, and your world now, and you forever.
From Guerillas of Grace, by Ted Loder
Welcome and Announcements
*Passing of the Peace
Organ PreludeInvocationSigfrid Karg-Elert
Call to Worship
When work lays claim to us, and busy-ness seduces,
Jesus says to put first things first.
When we put pressure on ourselves to be more, better, faster,
Jesus says to put first things first.
When decisions loom and choices multiply,
Jesus says to put first things first.
When worries wake us up at night,
Jesus says to put first things first.
When faith makes its claim upon our time, ourselves, our lives,
Jesus says to put first things first.
*Hymn No.11“O Lord, How Shall I Meet You?”Valet Will Ich Der Geben
Call to Confession
Prayer of Confession
God of abundance, through your grace we are blessed.
We try to live in obedience to your commandments,
but we cling to our goods and want even more.
When called upon to give sacrificially, we go away grieving,
for we have many possessions.
We are afraid to give them up.
O God, forgive our selfish fears.
Turn our tightfistedness into generosity, for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Silent Prayer
Assurance of God’s Forgiveness
All who put God’s will first in their lives will know that God can accomplish
what is impossible by our own efforts.
We will know, even when life is difficult, that salvation has come
and eternal life is a reality. Praise God!
At the asterisk (*), please stand as you are able.
AnthemJubilate DeoCharles Villiers Stanford
Westminster Choir
O be joyful in the Lord, all ye lands: serve the Lord with gladness, and come before His presence with a song. Be ye sure that the Lord He is God: it is He that hath made us, and not we ourselves; we are His people, and the sheep of His pasture. O go your way into His gates with thanksgiving, and into His courts with praise; be thankful unto Him, and speak good of His Name. For the Lord is gracious, His mercy is everlasting, and His truth endureth from generation to generation.
Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; as it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen.
- Psalm 100
Time With Our Children Greg Jones
Prayer for Illumination Barbara Hoover, Lay Liturgist
Scripture Lesson Mark 10:17-22 New Testament, page 40
Sermon “Holding on Tightly”Anne Ledbetter
* Hymn No. 388“O Jesus, I Have Promised”Angel’s Story
*Affirmation of Faith
Christ calls us to live for our neighbors.
Christ teaches us
to go beyond legal requirements
in serving and helping our neighbor,
to treat our neighbor's needs as our own,
to care passionately for the other's good,
to share what we have.
It is part of our discipline
to live in simplicity,
avoiding greed and luxury
that threaten our neighbor's survival.
-A Declaration of Faith
Offering
During the offering, please sign your name and pass the red folders down each row.
As folders are returned to the center aisle, note the names of fellow worshippers on your pew.
Offertory Anthem“Like as the Hart”Herbert Howells
Like as the hart desireth the waterbrooks, so longeth my soul after thee, O God. My soul is athirst for god, yea, even for the living God. When shall I come to appear before the presence of God? My tears have been my meat day and night, while they daily say unto me, Where is now thy God?
- Psalm 42:1-3
Prayers of the People
Lord’s Prayer (page 16 in The Presbyterian Hymnal, using “debts” and “debtors”)
*Hymn No. 392“Take Thou Our Minds, DearLord”Hall “ ”
Benediction
Organ PostludeAllegro in D majorDenis Bédard
*Going Forth
If you are visiting with us for the first time, we invite you to meettoday’s ambassador, Bill Nace,
following the service at the back of the sanctuary to receive a gift and information.
ADULT EDUCATION CLASSES
Beginning Today, 10:10 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Paul’s Letter to the Church in Rome - Classroom 6 - Leader, Dr. Greg Jones, today through October 25. Paul’s Letter to the Romans is the longest of Paul’s letters and is widely acclaimed to be his masterpiece. This letter, more than any other, spells out Paul’s understanding of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus. Further, it has had a major impact on the doctrines of the church since early times. However, there is by no means a consensus on the interpretation of Paul’s thinking. This class is a combination of lecture and discussion as we wrestle with Paul’s message and what it means for our lives today.
Enough – Discovering Joy Through Simplicity & Generosity –Daughtry House Classroom A DVD-series with presenter Rev. Adam Hamilton, Pastor of Church of the Resurrection (UMC) in Leawood, Kansas. Led by class participants through October 18. Enough is an invitation to rediscover the bible’s wisdom on prudent financial practices. Find the keys to experiencing contentment, overcoming fear, and discovering joy through simplicity and generosity. This program could change your life by changing your relationship with money.
Parenting – Ruth Christie Room Group led, with regular guess Yvonne Nass, Parenting Consultant on the first Sunday of the month. Class discussion built around a powerful DVD series called Nooma. Each viewing session deals with a particular “real life” topic as seen through Jesus’ perspective, and serves as a means to generate discussion and sharing. Nooma encourages group members to search, question, and join the conversation.
Westminster By Heart – Rodney Chapel Meeting Room Led by Biblical Storytellers Shelley Gnade and Mary-beth Howard. This new class offers a unique opportunity to study scripture, foster a deeper personal connection to stories of the Bible, and develop skills for telling Scripture on a regular basis in worship. Be a part of expanding the art of biblical storytelling, connecting to the stories of our faith, and sharing the story with the congregation. Join us whether you are simply interested in Bible study, or know that you want to develop skills in Biblical storytelling.
Living Fully Dying Well – Classroom 5 Led by Dr. Anne Ledbetter today through November 15. Our best decisions about life’s most important events are seldom made in a time of crisis. This study for all ages inspires us to talk openly about faith and mortality. What does our faith say about death? What are the opportunities and challenges of aging? How may we recreate our lives to live fully, joyfully, productively, as long as this life lasts?
Cost of course book is $10.
ORDER OF WORSHIP AT 11:15 A.M.
Preparation for Worship
In this moment
draw me to yourself, Lord, and make me aware,
not so much of what I’ve given, as of all I have received and so have yet to share.
Send me forth in power and gladness and with great courage
to live out in the world what I pray and profess, that, in sharing, I may do justice, make peace,
grow in love, enjoy myself, other people, and your world now, and you forever.
From Guerillas of Grace, by Ted Loder
Welcome and Announcements
*Passing of the Peace
Call to Worship
When work lays claim to us, and busy-ness seduces,
Jesus says to put first things first.
When we put pressure on ourselves to be more, better, faster,
Jesus says to put first things first.
When decisions loom and choices multiply,
Jesus says to put first things first.
When worries wake us up at night,
Jesus says to put first things first.
When faith makes its claim upon our time, ourselves, our lives,
Jesus says to put first things first.
*Hymn 522“Lord, When I Came Into This Life”Land of Rest
Procession of God’s Light and WordAcolyte: Jake Prein
As the acolyte lights the candle, we remember that Christ is the Light of the world.
Call to Confession
Prayer of Confession
God of abundance, through your grace we are blessed.
We try to live in obedience to your commandments,
but we cling to our goods and want even more.
When called upon to give sacrificially, we go away grieving,
for we have many possessions.
We are afraid to give them up.
O God, forgive our selfish fears.
Turn our tightfistedness into generosity, for the sake of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Assurance of God’s Forgiveness
All who put God’s will first in their lives will know that God can accomplish
what is impossible by our own efforts.
We will know, even when life is difficult, that salvation has come
and eternal life is a reality. Praise God!
At the asterisk (*), please stand as you are able.
The Sacrament of Baptism Matthew Mark Hoopes, Jr.
Chase William Martin
The congregation is asked to please refrain from taking photographs
or video recording during the worship service.
Presentation of the parents and Children Elder: Barbara Jobe
Song“We Are Baptized in Christ Jesus”John Ylvisaker
Verse 1
Opening Words
Baptism is an act of naming and knowing one’s identity,
Within the community and before God.
Baptism is a recommitment of a creation with its Creator.
Baptism is a bond of love.
Questions For Parents and the Congregation
Do you acknowledge Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior? We do.
Relying on God’s grace, do you promise to live the Christian faith
and to teach that faith to your children? We do.
Will we, the people of the church, promise to nurture and support Matthew and Chase
and their parents, and will we encourage them to become faithful Christians? We will.
*Affirmation of Faith
I believe in the living God, the Parent of all humankind,
Who creates and sustains the universe in power and in love.
I believe in Jesus Christ, God incarnate on earth,
Who showed us by his words and work, suffering with others, and conquest of death,
what human life ought to be and what God is like.
I believe that the Spirit of God is present with us now and always,
and can be experienced in prayer, in forgiveness, in the word, the Sacraments,
the community of the Church, and in all that we do. Amen.
Prayer of Thanksgiving over the Water
The Act of Baptism
Response“We Are Baptized in Christ Jesus”
Verses 2 & 3, previous page
Time With Our Children Greg Jones
Song for Illumination“Thy Word”Michael W. Smith
Scripture Lesson Mark 10:17-22 New Testament, page 40
Anne Gunn, Lay Liturgist
Sermon “Holding on Tightly”Anne Ledbetter
Offering
During the offering, please sign your name and pass the red folders down each row.
As folders are returned to the center aisle, note the names of fellow worshippers on your pew.
Offertory Anthem“Love That Binds”Gilbert/Skillings/Gillard
Vocal Ensemble
Prayers of the People
Prayer Refrain“Come and Fill Our Hearts”Jacques Berthier
Lord’s Prayer (page 16 in The Presbyterian Hymnal, using “debts” and “debtors”)
* Closing Song“Together We Serve”Daniel Charles Damon
*Benediction
*Congregational Response “Go Ye, Go Ye into the World”
The music in this morning’s worship was reprinted with the following permissions:
“Come and Fill Our Hearts” Words and Music: Jacques Berthier
© 1991 GIA/Taize, Les Presses de, Used with permission: Onelicense.net #A-715702
“Together We Serve” Words and Music: Daniel Charles Damon
© 1998 Hope Publishing Company, Used with permission: Onelicense.net #A-715702
Calendar for the Week
Sunday, October 11Location
8:15 a.m.Choir Warm-upAdult Music Room
8:30 a.m.Holy Toast CaféCommunity Hall
8:45 a.m.Child CareCribbery
9:00 a.m.WorshipSanctuary
9:00 a.m.Godly PlayRuthChristieRoom
9:00 a.m.Godly Care for Ages 2, 3 and 4Under 6 - Classroom A
9:00 a.m.Godly Kids for Grades 3 and 4Meeting Room
10:10 a.m.Prime Time for Grades 6 thru 8Classroom 7
10:10 a.m.Workshop Rotation for Grades 1 - 5Grace Hall
10:10 a.m.Workshop Rotation for Grades 1 - 5Classrooms 1-4
10:10 a.m.Confirmation ClassClassroom 8
10:10 a.m.Adult Ed: Paul's Letter to the Church in RomeClassroom 6
10:10 a.m.Adult Ed: Discovering Joy....Daughtry House Conf. Room
10:10 a.m.Adult Ed: Westminster By HeartRuthChristieRoom
10:10 a.m.Adult Ed: ParentingMeeting Room
10:10 a.m.Adult Ed: Living FullyClassroom 5
10:10 a.m.Adult Ed: Employment AssistanceRodney Chapel
10:10 a.m.Senior High GatheringLibrary
10:30 a.m.Vocal Ensemble RehearsalAdult Music Room
11:15 a.m.WorshipSanctuary
11:15 a.m.Baptism~Matthew Hoopes & Chase MartinSanctuary
4:30 p.m.Youth ChoirYouth Music Room
5:00 p.m.Living with LossRuthChristieRoom
5:30 p.m.Dinner Theatre Dinner~Rehearsal~Set DesignCommunity Hall, Classroom 6 & Kitchen
Monday, October 12
1:15 p.m.CollegiumDr. Jones Office
5:00 p.m.Church in the WorldClassroom 5
5:15 p.m.Stewardship CommitteeMeeting Room
5:30 p.m.Rainbow ChoraleMusic Department
6:00 p.m.Committee Night DinnerClassroom 6
7:15 p.m.UrbanMissionClassroom 6
7:15 p.m.Joint Finance CommitteeRowell Conference Room
7:15 p.m.Membership and Evangelism CommitteeMeeting Room
7:15 p.m.Worship and Music CommitteeClassroom 5
7:15 p.m.Christian Education CommitteeClassroom 7
Tuesday, October 13
9:00 a.m.Staff WorshipRodney Chapel
9:30 a.m.Staff MeetingMeeting Room
10:30 a.m.Worship PlanningRowell Conference Room
12:00 p.m.Listening to the LessonsRowell Conference Room
4:00 p.m.Chapel ChimesYouth Music Room
4:30 p.m.Chapel ClubChapel Club
4:30 p.m.Sunshine ChoirAdult Music Room
5:30 p.m.BPIDaughtry House Conf. Room
Wednesday, October 14
8:30 a.m.Property CommitteeRowell Conference Room
5:00 p.m.DialogueRowell Conference Room
6:15 p.m.Reverberations Bell ChoirYouth Music Room
6:30 p.m.Nominating CommitteeRowell Conference Room
7:30 p.m.Westminster Choir RehearsalAdult Music Room
Thursday, October 15
12:00 p.m.Women's Support GroupClassroom 5
12:00 p.m.Centering PrayerRuthChristieRoom
1:00 p.m.BPI Board MeetingDaughtry House Conf. Room
5:30 p.m.YogaRodney Chapel
7:00 p.m.Pacem in TerrisGrace Hall
Friday, October 16
7:00 p.m.Movie Night - Food Inc.Grace Hall
Saturday, October 17
7:30 a.m.Men's Bible StudyClub Room
9:00 a.m.Yoga Rodney Chapel
Worship Notes
The Chancel flowers today are presented to the glory of God in honor of our parents, Jessie and Cerd Marsh, on this their 68th wedding anniversary by Barbara and Jerry Fedeler and Rick and Nancy Marsh.
Sanctuary Flowers - Consider giving the sanctuary flowers for Sunday worship. Your gift of God’s natural beauty to remember or honor loved ones, or to celebrate an event, expresses praise and thanksgiving to God. Please contact Linda Watson during business hours at 302-571-6719or . Available dates for flowers are November 1, 8, and 29.
Are you wearing a nametag? Whether you are a longtime member or new to the church, wearing a nametag provides others the opportunity to meet you, greet you by name, and for you to become more familiar with others at church. Nametags and markers are in baskets at all major entrances. Extend hospitality, kindness and friendship by wearing a nametag every Sunday.
“Westminster to Go” Audio tapes and DVD’s of recent Westminster worship services are available. Please use the sign-out sheet when you borrow them from the front desk. Printed sermons are available on the literature tables the following week and on our website at