Order of Worship World Communion Sunday October 1, 2017 Westminster Presbyterian Church Charlottesville, Virginia

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1 Order of Worship World Communion Sunday October 1, 2017 Westminster Presbyterian Church Charlottesville, Virginia If in our daily life we can smile, if we can be peaceful and happy, not only we, but everyone will profit from it. This is the most basic kind of peace work. Thich Nhat Hanh Opening Voluntary Diferencias Naji Hakim *Call to Worship The God of creation makes us one body! Let us join hearts and voices in praise of the Lord! The God of Christ makes us one in the Spirit! Let us join hearts and voices in praise of the Lord! *Hymn O God of Every Nation No. 289 Prayer of Confession Dear friends, let us love one another, because love comes from God. Whoever loves is a child of God and knows God. Jesus Christ, life of the world and of all creation, forgive our separation and grant us peace and unity. The peace that Christ gives is to guide us in the decisions we make, for it is to this peace that God has called us together into one body. Jesus Christ, life of the world and of all creation, forgive our separation and grant us peace and unity. With his own body he broke down the walls of separation. By his death on the cross Christ destroyed our divisions. Jesus Christ, life of the world and of all creation, forgive our separation and grant us peace and unity. Silent Prayers

2 Sung Response Russian Orthodox Chant Assurance of Forgiveness People of God, all of us together have received God s mercy in Christ. In Christ we are forgiven, redeemed, and made to be a community united in faith. Thanks be to God. Amen. *Congregational Response Peruvian melody The cantor will introduce each phrase, and the congregation may respond. *Sharing of the Peace The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you. Announcements for the Church and Community Prayer for Illumination Epistle Lesson Ephesians 2:14-21 (N.T. pg. 181) Gospel Lesson Mark 2:13-22 (N.T. pg. 34) Communion Meditation The New Wine Ken Henry

3 Affirmation of Faith Somos uno en Cristo Anon., arr. Philip Blycker (sung in Spanish & English) We are one in Christ Jesus, all one body, all one spirit, all together. We share one God, one mighty Lord, one abiding faith, one binding love, one single baptism, one Holy Comforter, the Holy Spirit, uniting all. Prayer Concerns and Prayers of the Congregation The Offering Offertory Eatnemen Vuelie Frode Fjellheim, Margaret Ann Doran and Dana Patek, percussion arr. Emily Crocker Fairest Lord Jesus, ruler of all nature, O thou of God, to earth come down; Thee will I cherish, thee will I honor, Thou, my soul s glory, joy, and crown. *Presentation of Bread and Cup No. 591 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Christ, all people here below; Praise Holy Spirit evermore; Praise Triune God, whom we adore. Amen. Celebration of the Lord s Supper Invitation to the Lord s Table The Great Prayer of Thanksgiving and the Lord s Prayer Hymnal pg. 16 The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. It is truly right and our greatest joy to give you thanks and praise, O Lord our God, creator and ruler of the universe... Choral Response Sanna, sannanina trad. South African (sung in Swahili & English) Holy, most holy Lord, God of power and might, heaven and earth are filled with your holy light. O blessed is the One who comes in the name of God. Hosanna in the highest. Breaking of the Bread and Communion of the People Communion Music For the Troubles Rodolfo Gaede Neto (sung in Portugese and English) For the troubles and the sufferings of the world, God, we call upon your mercy: the whole creation s laboring in pain!

4 Lend an ear to the rising cry for help from oppressed and hopeless people. Come! Hasten your salvation, healing love! We pray for peace, the blessed peace that comes from making justice, to cover and embrace us. Have mercy, Lord! We pray for power, the power that will sustain your people s witness until your kingdom come. Kyrie eleison! Communion Hymns Eat This Bread HS No. 60 Come and Fill HS No. 61 Prayer after Communion Holy God, you have fed us with the bounty of good things, bread and cup, Word and song. Send us out into the world eager to rebuild the cities you have made, and ready to receive strangers, so that we celebrate at all times and in all places the peace which is life in you. Amen. *Hymn In Christ There Is No East or West No. 440 *The Charge and Benediction Closing Voluntary Batalla Naji Hakim Today we celebrate World Communion Sunday. In 1936 the first World Communion Sunday was celebrated in Presbyterian churches in the United States and overseas. In 1940 it was adopted officially by the National Council of Churches. The day has taken on new relevancy and depth of meaning in a world where globalization often has undermined peace and justice and in a time when fear divides the peoples of God s earth. On this day, we celebrate our oneness in Christ, the Prince of Peace, in the midst of the world we are called to serve a world ever more in need of peacemaking. Our prayers and music are taken from resources from around the world and the communion table is set remembering we are part of a global community. Sharing of the Lord s Supper At the 8:30 service, communion will be served by intinction. Please come forward using the center aisle and use a side aisle to return to your seat. Gluten-free wafers are individually wrapped and available in each bread basket. If you prefer to receive communion in the pew, please indicate this to an usher. At the 11:00 service, communion elements will be distributed by the elders. Gluten-free wafers are individually wrapped and available in each bread basket. Words such as Bread of heaven or Cup of salvation may be answered with Amen or Thanks be to God.

5 We are grateful to those assisting with the service today. Liturgist: Lynne Clements Ushers: 8:30 Dick Gibson (head usher), Pam Gibson & Margaret Grove 11:00 Michael Martin (head usher), Ruthie Buck & Rich Gregory Greeters: 8:30 Jim and Helen Cauthen 11:00 Jeannie Miller and Debbie Wolfe Sound Engineers: 8:30 John Kleinschmidt 11:00 Elton Oliver Fellowship Hour Hosts: Elders Serving Communion: 8:30 Dana Eastman, David Strider 11:00 James Moak, David Heflin, Steve Wilson, Lynanne Wilson Communion Preparers: 8:30 Liza Millett 11:00 Jane Edmister Penner and Gail Chapman ************************* Portions of the service are reprinted by permission from the Book of Common Worship, copyright Words to the choral responses are reprinted by permission. Music reprinted under OneLicense.net A ************************* Church News 2017 Peace & Global Witness Offering - Look for inserts in the bulletins today and Sunday, October 8, along with the special envelope for your donation. Please make checks payable to Westminster Presbyterian Church, with a notation of Peace Offering. The 45 th Annual Charlottesville/Albemarle CROP Hunger Walk will occur on Sunday, October 8 th departing from First Presbyterian Church at 1:30. This 6 mile walk is in support of Church World Services and its worldwide hunger and disaster relief and international development work. Adult Lunch - October 12, 2017 in the Church Library 12:30 p.m. Please join other Westminster attendees for a potluck lunch and fellowship on Thursday, October 12 at 12:30 p.m. in the Library. We will hear a program about the history of Common Grounds, the building on the corner of Rugby and Gordon Avenue. Please call Anne Andrews ( ) if you need a ride or have questions. New Member/Inquirer Class: Explore with others what it means to be Presbyterian and participate in this faith community. We will spend time listening, learning, and discerning. So whether you are ready to become a member or simply want to know more about what Presbyterians believe, bring your questions and plan to attend any or all the classes listed below. Led by Ken Henry. October 15 Sharing our Spiritual Journeys October 22 Learning American Presbyterian History and How The Church is Organized October 29 Panel Discussion with Members of Westminster Presbyterian Church and Listening to Their Experiences November 5 Meeting with Movers and Shakers at WPC. Meeting leaders who make a difference.

6 Flowers for Worship - If you have been thinking of giving flowers in honor or memory of a family member or friend, now is the time to do it. There are currently dates available in October and November. Pick a date, sign-up on the poster on the bulletin board in the Gathering Place and fill out and return the yellow form, with a check, to the office. Donated flower arrangements not only beautify the Sanctuary, the deacons also deliver them to members who are unable to come to worship. Any questions, call Liza Millett ( ). Many thanks for everyone who used the signup genius for Meals for Margo. If you have questions regarding type of food or quantity or need help signing up, call either Debby Garth or Leanna Whitmore The Westminster Organ Concert Series continues its 38th season on Sunday, October 15, at 4:00 pm, with a concert by Les Canards Chantants. An a cappella vocal ensemble specializing in music of the Renaissance, the "Singing Ducks" will present a program of music from the time of the Reformation. The program, "From Transcendence to Transparency," marks the 500th anniversary of the Reformation with music by Clemens non Papa, Johann Walter, and Thomas Tallis. Organist Jonathan Schakel will also join the ensemble. The concert is free and open to the public and will be followed by a reception. Calendar Sun., Oct. 1 8:30 a.m., Worship World Communion 9:30 a.m., Church School 11:00 a.m., Worship World Communion 12:00 p.m., Fellowship Hour Wed., Oct 4 5:30 p.m., Administration Committee meeting, Lounge Thurs., Oct. 5 11:00 a.m., Life-Long Song, Room 208 4:00 p.m., Choristers, Choir Room 5:30 p.m., Adult Edu. Committee, Lounge 7:00 p.m., Adult Choir, Choir Room Sun., Oct. 8 8:30 a.m., Worship 9:30 a.m., Church School 11:00 a.m., Worship 12:00 p.m., Fellowship Hour 12:15 p.m., UKirk Brunch, Common Grounds (undergrads, grads & young adults) 1:00 p.m., CROP Walk gathering 7:00 p.m., Session meeting, Library