Gathering. LIFE IN THE CHURCH Rev. Conrad (9:30) Rev. Roederer (11:00)

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1 THE CHURCH AT WORSHIP ELEVENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST Gathering AUGUST 24, :30 and 11:00 a.m. VOLUNTARY Benedictus Alec Rowley LIFE IN THE CHURCH Rev. Conrad (9:30) Rev. Roederer (11:00) FAITH IN ACTION Seminarian Anna Cooke Rev. Dr. Fair (9:30) CALL TO WORSHIP One: O give thanks to the Lord; call on God s name. All: Make God s merciful deeds known among all people. One: Tell everyone about God s wonderful works! All: Let the hearts of us who seek the Lord rejoice. * HYMN 145 Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart! marion PRAYER OF CONFESSION Gracious God, you are good to us at all times. We confess that we are not always good to one another. Forgive us for times when we have spoken in haste and made insensitive comments; for times when we have held others to a higher standard than we have held ourselves; for times when we have looked the other way rather than stand up against injustices. Forgive us when we have compounded problems by our unwillingness to compromise. Renew us in your gracious image, O God, that we may glorify you through our words and actions. In Christ s name we ask it. ASSURANCE OF GOD S FORGIVENESS * PASSING OF THE PEACE You are invited to share signs with one another of the peace we experience as forgiven people. Greet one another saying, The peace of Christ be with you, and responding, And also with you. * CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Joyful, joyful, we adore Thee, God of glory, Lord of love; Hearts unfold like flowers before Thee, opening to the sun above. Melt the clouds of sin and sadness; drive the gloom of doubt away; Giver of immortal gladness, fill us with the light of day.

2 Proclaiming PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION Paul Smith (9:30) Keith Molin (11:00) OLD TESTAMENT READING Psalm 105:1-6 This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. ANTHEM (9:30) Praise Alec Rowley SUNG PSALM (11:00) Psalm 105:1-6 The steadfast love of the Lord never ceases; God s mercies never come to an end. They are new every morning, new every morning; great is your faithfulness, O Lord, great is your faithfulness. CONVERSATION WITH YOUNG DISCIPLES Rev. Rodawla (9:30) Children are invited forward to meet with a pastor. Rev. Riegel (11:00) NEW TESTAMENT READING Romans 12:9-21 This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. SERMON Impossible Demands Rev. Dr. Fair Responding * HYMN 358 Help Us Accept Each Other baronita SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM (9:30) In keeping with the reverence of worship, photos may be taken after the service. Shanna and Sean Hoskins present their daughter, Meris Charlotte Hoskins, born April 19, 2014, for baptism. Lauren and Michael Maier present their daughter, Penelope Jane Maier, born April 6, 2014, for baptism. * Affirmation of Faith The Apostles Creed I believe in God the Father Almighty, Maker of heaven and earth, and in Jesus Christ his only Son our Lord; who was conceived by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father Almighty; from thence he shall come to judge the quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen. Thanksgiving over the Water and Baptism

3 Hymn 498 Child of Blessing, Child of Promise kingdom Please sing Stanzas 1 and 2. WELCOME Rev. Sanderford (9:30) Please sign the Friendship Pad and pass it to others. Rev. Rodawla (11:00) OFFERING OF TITHES AND GIFTS Offertory (9:30) Ubi caritas Maurice Duruflé Ubi caritas et amor, Where there is charity and love, Deus ibi est. God is there. Congregavit nos in unum Christi amor. The love of Christ has gathered us together. Exultemus et in ipso jucundemur. Let us rejoice and be glad in it. Timeamus et amemus Deum vivum. Let us revere and love the living God. Et ex corde diligamus nos sincero. And from a sincere heart let us love one another. Offertory (11:00) Many Gifts, One Spirit Allen Pote * 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. * Prayer of Dedication PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND THE LORD S PRAYER 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. * HYMN 400 When We Are Living somos del señor Please repeat the last two lines at the end of each stanza. * CHARGE AND BENEDICTION * CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Across this wide world, we shall always find Those who are crying with no peace of mind, But when we help them, or when we feed them, We belong to God, we belong to God. But when we help them, or when we feed them, We belong to God, we belong to God. * VOLUNTARY Processional of Peace Alan Hovhaness * Please rise in body or spirit. Sending Those parts of the service of worship the congregation speaks or sings are noted in bold type. Large print bulletins are available from the ushers.

4 Welcome to all! Please know that all, including visitors and newcomers, are invited to share in the life of the church. A full description of church events may be found online at If you have questions, please visit the Welcome Center, just outside the Social Hall. Greeting you there today are Karen Walter and Barbara Mueller. Church Office volunteers are Martha Petroski and Sarah Krein. The prayer team is available for those desiring prayer in Hillegonds Chapel, to the right of the piano, after the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. services. Prayer team members are Carolyn Schultz and Marolin Bellefleur at 9:30, and Marolin Bellefleur at 11:00. Ushers are Bill Austin (head), Jim Cameron (captain), Keith Bilby, Sheila Bilby, Keith Horngren, Karla Olson-Bellfi and Omer Bellfi at 9:30 a.m.; and Bill Austin (head), Beverly Pelletier, and Jackson Turner at 11:00 a.m. Greeters are Rudi and Tissy Ansbacher at 9:30 a.m., and Jean and Wally Schmeichel at 11:00 a.m. The flowers are given to the glory of God by Brad and Simone Taylor in loving memory of Addie Harrington Taylor. The rosebuds celebrate the births of : Elizabeth Grace Bornschein, born August 13, 2014, daughter of Amy and Russell Bornschein, and granddaughter of Carol and Doug Gottliebsen; and Lucas Henry Patrick, born August 14, 2014, son of Victoria and Darrell Patrick, and grandson of Lillian Henry and Frank Bongiorno. TODAY S EVENTS Worship is at 8:00 a.m. in Monteith Hall and at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. in the Sanctuary. The service is broadcast over the radio at 11:00 a.m., on WAAM (1600 AM), and on the station s website, Sunday School classes are held for crib through fifth graders at 9:30 a.m., and for crib through young five-year-olds at 11:00 a.m. Worship totes are available for children attending worship at 11:00 a.m. Join us for Coffee Hour immediately following the 9:30 a.m. worship service. Cookie bakers are Dawn Pankopf, Cindy Crawford, and Karla Olson-Bellfi. First-time guests to First Pres are invited to stop by the Welcome Table at Coffee Hour to pick up a special gift and meet members of our Congregational Life Welcoming Committee. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mature Singles meet for dinner this Friday, August 29, at 5:30 p.m., at Classic Cup Café, 4389 Jackson Road. Attend a fundraising breakfast for Campus Ministry. Here We Grow! is the theme for an exciting Campus Ministry breakfast that will be held on Friday, September 19, from 7:30 9:30 a.m. in the Social Hall. Catch the vision of Campus Ministry as we grow in faith, community, and leadership. Hear personal stories from students and other ministry leaders while you enjoy a delicious catered breakfast. Tickets are $75 per person and may be purchased in the Church Office or by contacting Bill Slade at WSlade@comcast.net.

5 Blessing of the Backpacks will be next Sunday, August 31. The children of our congregation are invited to bring their school backpack with them to the 9:30 a.m. worship service. The Conversation with Young Disciples will focus on the children s return to school. Volunteers are needed to produce our weekly podcast. Volunteers with basic audio editing skills, FTP uploading experience, and the ability to modify templated text files are invited to contact our webmaster Lisa Haddrill for more information. Join us for Jazz Communion on September 7 at the 9:30 and 11:00 a.m. worship services. Sing unto the Lord a new song! Begin the new school year by inviting family and friends to join you in a different way of worshiping God and celebrating communion. Tell Me More About This Church! Visitors and potential new members are invited to join us for an hour of conversation with Rev. Dr. Fair, Pastor/Head of Staff, on September 7, 12:15 1:15 p.m. Gather with her for an hour of learning about our mission, community, and ministries. Lunch and childcare are provided. Reserve your spot by calling the Church Office. Mature Ministries Garden Party is September 11, 11:00 a.m. 12:30 p.m., at the home of David and Marge Mastie. All are welcome to join us to tour their lush, extensive gardens, and share a wonderful meal together. Carpool from church at 10:30 a.m. Sign up online or by calling the Church Office. Alpha House - Family Shelter Host Week is September Volunteers are needed to cook, care for children, purchase pantry supplies or stay overnight to back up the desk coordinator who is on site all night. Sign up online or by using the signup board in the Welcome Center. If you have questions contact Anne Gere ( ), Nancy VanderKuyl (nanspan@gmail.com), or Lucie Audette ( ). Mature Singles Annual Labor Day Picnic begins at 1:00 p.m. on September 1, at Lillie Park, 4365 Platt Road. Bring a table service, beverage, dish to pass, and a chair. Call Marcy Toon ( ) for directions or other information. All are welcome! The next new members class will be a two-part series held on Sundays, September 21 and 28, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., in the Curtis Room. Lunch and childcare are provided. New members will be received on Sunday, October 12. The joy and vitality of our church are palpable. Join us! Contact Rev. Rogers for more information. A new photo directory is coming! Sign up online or call the Church Office to reserve your portrait time. Photo sessions begin September 15.

6 PASTORAL AND PROGRAM STAFF Reverend Dr. Fairfax F. Fair, Pastor/Head of Staff Reverend Melissa Anne Rogers, Associate Pastor Reverend Jay Sanderford, Associate Pastor Reverend Dr. James Monnett, Director of Youth Ministry Reverend Renée Roederer, Director of Campus Ministry Deborah MacVey, Director of Children s Education and Family Ministries Tom Granum, Director of Music Ministries Carol Muehlig, Associate Music Director and Organist Resident Ministers: Reverend Lindsay Conrad Reverend Kristin E. Riegel Reverend Lal Rodawla Sandy Talbott, Parish Nurse ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF Jennifer Sansbury, Facilities Manager Lynnette Conner, Finance Manager Linda Robinson, Office Manager Michael Wright, Maintenance/Repair Manager Lisa Haddrill, Technology Coordinator Mary Jones, Communications/Pastor s Assistant Berether Hill, Church Office Associate Cindy King, Children s Education Assistant 1432 Washtenaw Avenue Ann Arbor, MI info@firstpresbyterian.org