Service of Worship October 16, 2016
Before worship speak to God.
During worship let God speak to you.
After worship speak to one another.
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Announcements
Stewardship message: Herb Klei
Prelude: Processional - Handel
Kristy Kerins, organ
*Hymn # 60 When Morning Gilds the Skies
Call to Worship (based on Psalm 121)
Pastor:I lift up my eyes up to the hills;
People:from where is my help to come?
Pastor:My help comes from the Lord,
People:the maker of heaven and earth.
Pastor:He will not let your foot be moved.
People:He who keeps you will not slumber.
Pastor:The Lord is your keeper;
People:the Lord is your shade at your right hand.
Pastor:The sun shall not strike you by day nor the moon by night.
People:The Lord will keep you from all evil;
Pastor:he will keep your life.
People:The Lord will keep your going out and your coming in from this time on and forever.
Choral Introit
Invocation (in unison)
Almighty and everlasting God, in Christ you have revealed your glory among the nations. Preserve the works of your mercy that your church throughout the world may persevere with steadfast faith in the confession of your name; through Jesus Christ our Lord, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.
Anthem: They’ll Know We Are Christians By Our Love - Scholtes
Giving Our Money as a Symbol of Our Self-giving
Offertory:Allegro - Boellman
*Doxology:(#562)Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise him all creatures here below; Praise him above ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen
Our Offering to God
*Hymn # 19Come , Thou Fount of Every Blessing
Gospel lesson: Luke 18:1-8, page 853
Text: Luke 18:7-8 “And will not God grant justice to his chosen ones who cry to him day and night? Will he delay long in helping them? I tell you, he will quickly grant justice to them. And yet, when the Son of Man comes, will he find faith on earth?”
Lay Reader: Bob Shea
Reader: This is the Word of the Lord.
Congregation:Thanks be to God.
Sermon:‘PRAYER AS FIRST RESORT’
Rev. Dr. John A. Terry
Anthem: What Does the Lord Require of You?-Strathdee
The Morning Prayer
Silent Prayer
The Lord’s Prayer (trespasses) Our Father, who art in heaven, hallowed be Thy name. Thy kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread. And forgive us our trespasses as we forgive those who trespass against us. And lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For Thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory forever. Amen.
*Hymn # 575 Savior Again to Thy Dear Name
*Benediction
*Hymn # 466 This Little Light of Mine
*Organ Postlude: Psalm XX - Marcello
*All those who are able, please stand.
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Deacon of the Day: David Ehart Greeter: Priscilla Wallace Ushers: Dana Carter, Carol Beckloff, Wendy McKay and Bob Macallister
The Altar Flowers are given by Priscilla Wallace in loving memory of Walter May on his birthday.
Mission of the Month: Last year we were pleased to continue the Dress A Live Doll for the Salvation Army that had been supported in the past by The Women’s Fellowship. We will continue with this again, but are extending it for two months
in hope of collecting enough funds to dress several more children for the Holidays. The Salvation Army supplies us with the first name and ages of children, and the Mission Committee purchases clothing and a few toys for each child. The gifts are
then wrapped and taken to the Salvation Army for them to distribute. This is a worthwhile endeavor to help make a Merry Christmas for many children. The Mission Committee also reminds everyone to bring their non-perishable food items to Church on the first Sunday of each month, for distribution to the Salvation Army.
The Friendly Thrift Shop will be starting a new Senior Discount Day! Starting on Thursday, October 6th we’ll be having a 20% discount on every purchase that’s $5.00 or more! To qualify you must be 60 plus! Come any day that we’re open, but try us out on your special day all year round. Also, please remember we are in need of paper bags – all sizes and all types!
YOGA – Please note that the Yoga sessions are now being held in Baldwin Hall on Tuesdays from 3:30 – 5:00
Ladies Save the Date! – October 22nd from 9:30 – 11:30 will be a retreat upstairs “Live in the Moment. It’s Good for You!
Christmas Commons Workshop – is now meeting on Tuesdays from 10:00-2:00 in the Craft Room downstairs.