Gathering around God s Word

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1 St. Andrew Presbyterian Church Denton, Texas Second Sunday after Pentecost June 3, 2018, 10:30 a.m. Hearing devices and large print Bibles and hymnals are available. Ask an usher. Gathering around God s Word Prelude Berceuse Louis Vierne Welcome and Announcements Please sign the Ritual of Friendship pad in the pews. Ringing of the Bell Call to Worship Oh yes, you shaped me first inside, then out; you formed me in my mother s womb. I thank you, High God you re breathtaking! You know me inside and out, you know every bone in my body; You know exactly how I was made, bit by bit, how I was sculpted from nothing into something. Like an open book, you watched me grow from conception to birth; all the stages of my life were spread out before you, The days of my life all prepared before I d even lived one day. Opening Prayer *Hymn 664 Morning Has Broken bunessan Prayer of Confession (unison) We confess, O God, to failing to hear your call for our lives because the demands of the world drown out your voice, and we choose not to work at listening for your call. We confess, O God, to failing to heed your call when we do hear it. We prefer the challenges of our own choosing, particularly those with many rewards and few demands. Forgive us, we pray, our unwillingness to give ourselves over to you, who has given Christ for us, and show us how to follow him into the world. In his name, we pray. (Time of silent confession). Sung Response You Are the Lord, Giver of Mercy Hymn 437 You are the Lord, giver of mercy! You are the Christ, giver of mercy! You are the Lord, giver of mercy! Declaration of Pardon Friends, believe the good news of the gospel. In Jesus Christ we are forgiven. Thanks be to God! Call to Faithfulness (Adapted from Acts 2: 36-39) Know this: There s no longer room for doubt God made Jesus Master and Messiah. Change your life. Turn to God, each of you, in the name of Jesus Christ, so your sins are forgiven. Receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. God shows no partiality, but in every nation anyone who fears him and does what is right is acceptable to him. You know

2 the message God sent to the people of Israel, preaching peace by Jesus Christ he is Lord of all. *Sung Response Glory to God, Whose Goodness Shines on Me Hymn 582 Prayer for Illumination Proclaiming God s Word David Strutton First Scripture Reading Mark 2: New Testament, page 34 The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God! Anthem Psalm 139 (from Pilgrimage) Carlisle Floyd Jeffrey Snider, baritone Time with Young Disciples Children ages three years through kindergarten are invited to go to the Children s Chapel at this time. Older children are invited to remain in the sanctuary with their parents. Second Scripture Reading I Samuel 3: 1-20 Old Testament, page 236 The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God! Sermon Sammy, Sam, Samuel Richard B. Culp Responding to God s Word *Hymn 720 Jesus Calls Us galilee *Apostles Creed (ecumenical version) (unison) I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. I believe in Jesus Christ, God s only son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. Prayers of the People and The Lord s Prayer (unison) 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 debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom, and the power, and the glory, forever. Amen. Presentation of Tithes & Offerings Offertory Our Father, Who Art in Heaven J.S. Bach *Doxology Praise God from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below; Praise God above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen.

3 *Prayer of Dedication The Sealing of God s Word *Hymn 501 Feed Us, Lord feed us The Sacrament of Holy Communion Invitation to the Lord s Table The Great Prayer of Thanksgiving The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them up to the Lord. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give God thanks and praise.... evermore praising you and singing: Hymn 552 Holy, Holy, Holy, v. 1 Land of Rest... therefore we proclaim the mystery of our faith: Hymn 553 Christ Has Died; Christ Is Risen Land of Rest Breaking of the Bread and Lifting of the Cup The gifts of God for the people of God. Let us keep the feast! Thanksgiving after Communion Taking God s Word into the World *Hymn 526 Let Us Talents and Tongues Employ linstead *Benediction *Postlude Improvisation on Psalm 39 (Hymn 28) When communion is served in the pews: White wine is offered in the center ring of each tray and red grape juice is in the outer rings. Please drink the wine or juice whenever you are served. If you desire gluten free elements, please tell your communion server and the server will bring gluten-free bread and juice to you in your pew. Bold Text indicates congregational participation. *Those who are able are asked to stand. The flowers in the chancel are given to the glory of God by Marc and Claudia Brown in loving memory of Rex and Martha Brown, and Al and Helen Eberhart. Rev. Patterson will be with a group of women from St. Andrew at Mo Ranch Women s Conference from Friday, June 1 Sunday, June 3. From the Officer Nominating Committee Suggestions are being received for the nomination of five elders and seven deacons for the classes of Suggestions can be made via the Officer Nominating form, available online at saint-andrew.com/officer-nominating-form. Please complete the online form no later than Sunday, July 15.

4 Prayer Concerns This Week Leslie Culp Richard Hueholt Joan Groom Anniston Reeves Jim Rogers Margaret Plunkett Jacy Williamson Matt Hogarth Gayle Wilson Fulmer, cousin of Barbara Sims Pennye Segars, friend of Kathi Sale Al Jeffers, brother in law of Russ Edell David Fair, son of Chris Fair Family of Jerry Sweat, stepson of Jim Goodnow A complete list of the ongoing prayer concerns is available in the Narthex. Vacation Bible School Registration Preschool fee: $25 T-shirt cost: $15 Visit the table in the Narthex staffed by the Children s Ministry Committee to register your preschool child or K-5th grader. You may also order t-shirts at the same time. Did You Hear That? Shhhh! What s that I hear? Tap, tap tap tap, hum, hummmmm... Fear not, it s only our St. Andrew audience tuning up for this year s Scenes Spectacular show. Start your toes tapping and prepare to hum along with your favorite Broadway, opera and operetta tunes on Friday, June 8, at 7:00pm in Fellowship Hall. Bring a friend and join the fun! Our Daily Bread Is in Need of Bottled Water With the onset of hot summer temperatures comes the need for more bottled water for the clients of Our Daily Bread. You can participate in filling this need! Bring unopened cases of bottled water directly to Our Daily Bread any time Monday-Saturday, 8:00am-2:00pm. It s Time for the 2018 Apple Tree Project Sundays, June 3-July 8, 2018 We are partnering with Interfaith Ministries again this summer to provide funds for shoes and clothing for low-income children in the Denton ISD. The gift card amount this year is $25, to be used for either shoes or clothing by the recipient indicated on the apple. So pick an apple, then purchase a $25 gift card from a clothing or shoe store. Return both to the narthex on Sunday morning. If you want to return the apple and gift card to the office during the week, please enclose both in an envelope so they will stay together; write Apple Tree on the outside of the envelope. Let s help Denton s low-income children start the school year on the right foot! Thank You! June Give-a-Meal (Basic Needs Month--Your Pick) Macaroni and Cheese, Tuna, Peanut Butter, Canned Fruit, Canned Vegetables, Dried Beans, Rice, Soup, Tomatoes, Tomato Sauce, Spaghetti and Canned Sauce Optional: Cereal, Coffee, Dry Milk Please return your non-perishable donations for the Denton Community Food Center to the collection bin in the hallway near Fellowship Hall. Thank You! Connect with us facebook.com/standrewdenton twitter.com/standrewdenton

5 The Week at a Glance TODAY 9:30 a.m. Chancel Choir, Chancel 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship Service 11:30 a.m. Stewardship Campaign Committee, Room 200 4:00 p.m. Middle School Lock in Monday, June 4 10:00 a.m. Prayer Group, Parlor Tuesday, June 5 6:00 p.m. Mission Committee, Room 206/208 Personnel Committee, Denton County Brewing Co. Wednesday, June 6 6:00 p.m. Youth Group, The Den Friday, June 8 7:00 p.m. St. Andrew Scenes Spectacular, Fellowship Hall By the Numbers: As of 5/1/18 Income (pledges + other income) $299, Expenses $292, Surplus $7, Attendance 5/27/ Give online at: St. Andrew Presbyterian Church is a Stephen Ministry Congregation.

6 Welcome! We proclaim that ALL people are created in the image of God and affirm that each person is a beloved child of God, worthy of God s love and grace. We welcome all, celebrating our differences while finding unity in Christ. No matter who you are or where you are on life s journey, you are welcome here. Join us in the Narthex following worship so that we can get acquainted. The session, our governing body, will be in the parlor immediately following the 10:30am worship service to receive new members. Children s Chapel During the worship service, children ages three years through kindergarten go to chapel immediately following the Children s Sermon. Circle of the Holy Eucharist Sara Armstrong Godly Play seeks to tell the stories of the faith so that children hear and remember these stories and become engaged in them. It also provides a place and opportunities for children to begin exploring the purpose and meaning of worship. Parents may come upstairs to the Children s Chapel to pick children up following the worship service. Sunday School Children, 9:30-10:15am Nursery Room 102 Preschool Room 100 K-5 th Grade Art Room Youth, 9:30-10:15am element High School The Den The Den Adults, 9:30-10:15am Pastors Class Room 207/209 Pathfinders Richard Sale Room 205 Breakfast Club Class Members Library St. Andrew Presbyterian Church 300 W. Oak Street Denton, TX Phone (940) Fax (940) info@saint-andrew.com Richard B. Culp, Senior Pastor Lisa Patterson, Associate Pastor Jeff Snider, Director of Music Samuel Gaskin, Organist Brandi Caldwell, Director of Youth Ministries St. Andrew Presbyterian Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).