I can do all things through him who strengthens me. -Phillippians 4:13

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1 May 1, 2016 WAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 1208 Asbury Road Erie, Pennsylvania I can do all things through him who strengthens me. -Phillippians 4:13 The Rev. Dr. James F. Bernhardt Senior Pastor The Rev. Keith D. Sundberg, Associate Pastor Dawn Weborg, Director of Music/Organist Mission Devin Johns Broad Street Ministries Philadelphia PA Emma Haas Young Adult Volunteer, PCUSA Northern Ireland

2 May 1, 2016 CELEBRATION OF WORSHIP Sixth Sunday of Easter Communion Sunday 11:00 AM PRELUDE Andante in D Flat Rheinberger GREETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS WE APPROACH GOD CHORAL INTROIT This Is the Day the Lord Hath Made Whitworth Chancel Choir *CALL TO WORSHIP Philippians 2:5-11 Let the same mind be in you that was in Christ Jesus, who though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be exploited, but emptied himself, taking the form of a slave, being born in human likeness. And being found in human form, he humbled himself and became obedient to the point of death even death on a cross. Therefore, God also highly exalted him and gave him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father. Let us worship God together, Creator, Son, and Spirit. *HYMN OF PRAISE NO. 263 All Hail the Power of Jesus Name Coronation *PRAYER OF ADORATION Gracious and Loving God, we come to you with wonder of what you would have us learn this day. You know our essence and you know our potential, so what new person will you help to create in us today? We come with expectant hope of new life in this season of Easter and all the seasons to come. Work with this clay that is each of us and each day re-mold us once again. All praise be to you our Potter and our God. Amen. *ACT OF PRAISE Creation Sings! Each Plant and Tree St. Catherine Creation sings! Each plant and tree, each bird and beast in harmony; the brightest star, the smallest cell, God s tender care and glory tell. From ocean depths to mountain peaks, in praise of God, creation speaks! WE HEAR GOD S WORD GOSPEL FOR YOUNG PEOPLE Teaching Elder Keith Sundberg (Following the time with children, our young people through kindergarten age may be excused to child care) PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION

3 Unpack the ten words, O God, that we are about to read. May they continue to speak to our hearts and minds long after the service ends. In Jesus name we pray. Amen. CHRISTIAN SCRIPTURE READING Philippians 4:13 NT 199 The word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. SERMON Ten Words to Guide Your Life Teaching Elder Lisa Nichols Hickman A MOMENT OF SILENT REFLECTION CONCERNS OF THE COMMUNITY WE RESPOND TO GOD S WORD INVITATION TO PRAYER Come, Holy Spirit Purchase Chancel Choir PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE RECEPTION OF OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS Offertory Anthem How Blest We Are Lantz Chancel Choir *Offertory Response O God, Thou Giver of All Good Puer Nobis Nascitur LM O God, thou giver of all good, thy children live by daily food; and daily must the prayer be said, Give us this day our daily bread. *PRAYER OF DEDICATION THE CELEBRATION OF HOLY COMMUNION The Invitation The Great Prayer of Thanksgiving and the Lord s Prayer Lord God of all Life, come and draw near to us as the bread is broken and the juice is poured. We begin this morning and this week in celebration of you. We are grateful for the gift of life, of faith, and of new life which is renewed in and through this communion meal. Lord of all hopefulness, Lord of all joy, Whose trust, ever childlike, no cares could destroy, Be there at our waking, and give us, we pray, Your bliss in our hearts, Lord, at the break of the day. Empower us to live faith-filled lives at work and at play, finding ways to advance your kingdom in the intentional and the accidental. May this meal fuel our hearts and our hands to be your faithful servants in the world. Lord of all eagerness, Lord of all faith, Whose strong hands were skilled at the plane and the lathe, Be there at our labors, and give us, we pray, Your strength in our hearts, Lord, at the noon of the day. As you are gracious to us may we be gracious to others: those who are easy to love and those who are a challenge. Fill us with agape love that requires nothing other than a willingness to care. Lord of all kindliness, Lord of all grace, Your hands swift to welcome, your arms to embrace, Be there at our homing, and give us, we pray, Your love in our hearts, Lord, at the eve of the day.

4 Watch over us to the end of our waking hours and our living hours. For in your hands we place our trust with assurance of your eternal love. Lord of all gentleness, Lord of all calm, Whose voice is contentment, whose presence is balm, Be there at our sleeping, and give us, we pray, Your peace in our hearts, Lord, at the end of the day. As Jesus bid us pray, we offer his words together praying, Our Father. The Sharing of the Meal Prayer after Communion TAKING GOD S WORD INTO THE WORLD *CLOSING HYMN NO. 697 Take My Life Hendon *CHARGE AND BENEDICTION *BENEDICTION RESPONSE Go In the Grace of the Lord Barnard Chancel Choir *POSTLUDE Finale on Italian Hymn Giardini *Everyone who is able may stand Bold lettering is to be read responsively by the congregation Bold lettering that is italicized is to be sung by the congregation WAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 1208 Asbury Road Erie, PA Phone: wpc@wayside-erie.org STAFF The Reverend Dr. James Bernhardt Senior Pastor james@wayside-erie.org (cell) The Reverend Keith Sundberg Associate Pastor keith@wayside-erie.org (cell) Dawn Weborg Music Director David Sickles Sexton Karen Rae Pastewka (aka Karen Rae) Financial Secretary steward@wayside-erie.org Karen Shor (aka Karen) Communications and wpc@wayside-erie.org Community Liaison

5 WAYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Sunday, May 1, 2016 WELCOME I will show love to those who were called unloved and, to those who were called not-my-people, I will say you are my people and they will answer, you are our God. (Hosea 2:23) Wayside Presbyterian Church (PCUSA) is a place where the mind is nourished as well as the spirit, and where we affirm the dignity and worth of every person. As we are all created in the image of God, we believe discrimination is incompatible with Christ s Gospel of unconditional love. While we celebrate our Presbyterian identity, we acknowledge that we are not alone on the path to understanding God. We invite conversations that move us to seek a deeper understanding of life in the Spirit. Be who you are and be welcome here. FOR OUR CHILDREN Childcare is available during the entire worship hour for infants and preschool children. Children may remain for the entire service or take advantage of childcare (kindergarten and younger). Children s worship activity bags are available for children remaining in the worship service. Please return them following worship. SERVICE NOTES A hearing enhancement system is available for those who have a need. An usher will be happy to provide you with a receiver this morning. Large print bulletins are also available. Thanks to those who helped with the service today: Church Opener: Ushers: Acolytes: Worship Assistant: Sound Board: Greeters: Information Table: Fellowship Time: Childcare: Lee McVey 8:30 AM: Bill Bremmer and Ritch Marsh 11:00 AM: Bobbi Jo Fye, Pam Monaco, Cade Sbrocco, Rachael Sbrocco, Jonathon Sidorowicz, and Dan Taylor Logan Mitten and Sam Sesler Shawn Babcock Jack Grimm Jill and Matt McGill Family, Worship; Brian Reed, Christian Ed Shawn Babcock Bobbi Jo Fye Potocki Family, Nursery; Weaver Family, Preschool.A reminder to those scheduled to help next week. Church Opener: Ushers: Acolytes: Worship Assistant: Sound Board: Greeters: Information Table: Fellowship Time: Childcare: Dale Massing 8:30 AM: Tim Feltmeyer and Kurt Menges 11:00 AM: Bill DeWitt, Bobbi Jo Fye, Jon Hoyt, Ron Kolb, Lee McVey, Bill Pentz, Adam Snyder, Ed Snyder, Barb Sundberg and Axel Swanson Sami Wismer and Jonathon Sidorowicz Linda Lorah Matt McGill Amy and Jeff Brinling, Worship; Gene Sundberg, Christian Ed Jonathon Jewell Worship, Music and Fine Arts Committee Bittner Family, Nursery; Hutzelman Family, Preschool

6 OPPORTUNITIES FOR THE WEEK OF May 1-8, 2016 Wednesday April 27- Friday May 6 James Away Sunday, May 1 8:30 AM Celebration of Worship Communion Sunday 9:30 AM Chancel Choir Spring Convocation 9:45 AM Spring Convocation with Rev. Hickman Youth Mission Trip Bake Sale Sunday School 11:00 AM Celebration of Worship 12:00 PM Fellowship Time Monday, May 2 6:00 PM PW Mother-Child Banquet 7:00 PM Sanctuary Bells 7:30 PM PNC Wednesday, May 4 4:00 PM Final WOW Program for the year 5:00 PM Generosity Team 6:00 PM Fellowship Dinner Pot Luck 7:00 PM Deacons 7:30 PM Congregational Development & Nurture Saturday, May 7 8:30 AM Women s Retreat Sunday, May 8 8:30 AM Celebration of Worship Music Sunday 9:30 AM Chancel Choir Mother s Day 9:45 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Celebration of Worship 12:00 PM Fellowship Time SANCTUARY FLOWERS The Sanctuary Flowers today are given by Mildred Shenk in memory of her husband, Richard and Shirley Diller in memory of her husband, George. They would like to share the flowers with you. If you would like a bouquet, please come to the communion table following the service. CELEBRATION OF HOLY COMMUNION It is our privilege to celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Communion this morning. All are invited to partake of the elements. Gluten-free wafers are available on a separate tray; please indicate to an usher or communion server if this is your preference. FROM SESSION The Session has decided that the time is ripe for Wayside to write a new mission statement. This will be a process of thinking, praying and reflecting together as a congregation to more clearly focus our ministry and mission. The Session is seeking church members to serve on the leadership team for this work. Please tell Shawn Babcock, Keith Sundberg, James Bernhardt or any elder of your interest or your suggestion of someone else to serve. BOOK OF THANKS The Generosity Team is seeking volunteers to contribute to a fall Book of Thanks devotional to share with the congregation. For more information, check the Information Table or call or gregg.rabenold@gmail.com if you are willing to share your thankfulness. BLESSING OF ANIMALS Join us on Saturday, May 21 beginning at 10:00 AM for a special blessing of the animals. Bring your pet on a leash, in a carrier or just a picture as we hold a special service in honor of the creatures that bring such joy and love into our lives and homes.

7 GENEROSITY OPPORTUNITIES PENTECOST GERANIUMS The Worship, Music, & Fine Arts committee is again asking for contributions toward red geraniums to grace the sanctuary on Pentecost, May 15th. The geraniums will then be planted around the church to beautify the grounds throughout the summer. Sign up at the Information Table. Cost is still just $5 per plant. BAKERS NEEDED We also will need cookies for Music Sunday, May 8. Cookies should be delivered to Wayside clearly marked Music Sunday no later than noon Saturday May 7. Signup sheets are on the Information Table in the Lobby. SECOND SATURDAY AT CAMP LAMBEC Wayside will be working at Camp Lambec on Saturday, May 14 th from 9:00 AM to noon. Signup sheets are in the Lobby. Work will center on clean up and light construction in preparation for the summer season. All ages welcome! SOLDIERS' AND SAILORS' HOME SUNDRIES COLLECTION In recognition of our veterans and Memorial Day, the Outreach Committee has decided to continue this initiative and collect much needed items for the Soldiers' and Sailors' Home in Erie. A complete list of needed items is located at the collection point in the lobby and slips to take home are on the Information Table. Items may be placed in the baskets in the lobby and will be delivered to the Soldiers' and Sailors' Home during the week of May 23, or more often as necessary. SUPPORT THE YOUTH MISSION TO BROAD STREET MINISTRIES IN PHILADELPHIA May provides two opportunities to support this year s Youth Mission. During today s the Spring Convocation, we will hold another bake sale. On Sunday May 22, the Youth will wash cars to help fund their trip. We hope you will support their efforts. HABITAT WALK/RUN On June 4 at 9:00 AM, Habitat for Humanity will join with 23 other local agencies to participate in a 5K walk/run at Beach 1 on Presque Isle State Park. Last year 28 Waysiders signed up to walk or run in this event to earn funds for Habitat s Celebration House. We hope to exceed that number this year and earn money to help build this year s house, The House of Trust! If you would like to join us, please sign up at the Habitat table in the church lobby before June 4 th. This is a fun run (or walk) and is a wonderful chance for families to spend time walking with friends at Presque Isle. Strollers and wagons are welcome! Since our walkers and runners are giving their time the day of this event, we do not want them to have to solicit their own sponsors. We, as a congregation, will sponsor all our participants. We hope that many people will stop by the Habitat table and fill out a pledge card in support of all our walkers and runners! Last year we earned $1,050 and we hope raise at least $1 more than that this year! All checks should be payable to Habitat for Humanity-Erie and should be turned in to the church before June 4. Stop by the Habitat table in the lobby for more information and to sign up to walk or run AND to sign a pledge card! WEEKLY GIFTS TO THE WEST MILLCREEK FOOD PANTRY Next week s suggested items for the Food Pantry are tuna and canned spaghetti. Non-perishable items such as diapers, feminine hygiene products, toiletries and pet foods are always appreciated. Checks should be made out to West Millcreek Food Pantry.

8 PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN ANNUAL MOTHER-CHILD BANQUET My Mom Rocks! is the theme for tomorrow s banquet. The program will begin with appetizers at 5:45 PM with dinner at 6:00 PM. Please sign up in the Lobby. WOMEN S RETREAT Mark your calendars for the women s retreat Spiritual Journaling scheduled for Saturday, May 7, from 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM in Fellowship Hall. The retreat will be led by Jodi Staniunas- Hopper and Mary Elizabeth Meier, professors of graphic design and art at Mercyhurst University. The cost is $20 per person and will include a light breakfast and lunch. Sign up at the Information Table in the Lobby. CHRISTIAN EDUCATION SPRING CONVOCATION 2016 Today Rev. Lisa Hickman is our guest preacher and speaker for our Spring Convocation. Her sermon title is Ten Words to Guide Your Life, based on Philippians 4:13. During the Sunday School Hour from 9:45 AM to 10:45 AM in Fellowship Hall, Rev. Hickman will present Philippians 4:13 and the Post-Modern Life Cycle: Christian Praxis and the Power of Jesus. Lisa Nichols Hickman is a Presbyterian pastor, author and student at Duquesne University in Theology. She is the author of Writing in the Margins: Connecting to God on the Pages of Your Bible, Mercy and Melons: Praying the Alphabet and The Worshiping Life: Meditations on the Order of Worship. Her books are available for sale in the Lobby at $15 each. Lisa grew up in South Louisiana but loves riding the back roads of Amish Country in western Pennsylvania on her bicycle. Her husband Jason is a Presbyterian minister and served in CCO (Coalition of Christian Outreach) at Gannon University and First Presbyterian Church of the Covenant in Erie. They have two daughters, Leah (13) and Caitlyn (11). ADULT EDUCATION Issues of Faith Speaker Series on Sunday mornings at 9:45 AM in Room 18 There will be no Issue of Faith speaker this week. Please join us in Fellowship Hall for our Spring Convocation. Next week we will hear from Therapeutic Riding Center. YOUTH CLASSES This spring the parents of our teens are leading discussions on the Old Testament. This week is the Spring Convocation. Next week is Music Sunday and Mothers Day. WOW (WAYSIDE ON WEDNESDAY) A Wednesday program for youth from 2nd to 5th grade This week will be the last day of the program for the year. We will plant the flowers that we grew from seeds and enjoy ice cream sundaes.