United Presbyterian Church. Plainfield, New Jersey

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2 United Presbyterian Church of Plainfield, New Jersey June 4, 2017 Holy Communion / Day of Pentecost THE GATHERING 11:00 AM PRELUDE God is Watching Us, From a Distance J.Gold/B. Midler OPENING HYMN GTG 408 There s a Sweet, Sweet Spirit CALL TO WORSHIP The Lord is risen! Alleluia! Alleluia! The Lord is risen indeed! Remember the promise of the Lord: God will pour out the Spirit on all flesh. Let us worship God. UNISON PRAYER OF CONFESSION God of everlasting life, we confess that we continue in the ways of death. We try to build towers to the heavens, and ignore the plight of people on earth. We sneer at the voices of prophets and squander the gifts of your Spirit. Forgive us, God of grace. Lead us, by your Holy Spirit, to live as your beloved children, those you have called and claimed; through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.

3 PERSONAL PRAYER OF CONFESSION ASSURANCE OF PARDON WELCOME/ANNOUNCEMENTS PASSING THE PEACE CHILDREN / YOUTH MESSAGE George Hansen ANTHEM Holy Spirit E. Clifford Davis THE WORD NEW TESTAMENT READING John 20: Page 141 *GLORIA PATRIA SERMON Receiving the Spirit: An on Going Process Pastor Aloyo THE RESPONSE PRAYER REQUESTS PRAYERS OF THE PASTOR AND PEOPLE THE LORD S PRAYER BRINGING OUR TITHES AND OFFERINGS Pastor Dottie OFFERTORY G 521 In Remembrance of Me (Congregation may sing along) *DOXOLOGY (Hymn 592) *PRAYER OF DEDICATION We give Thee but Thine own, What e er the gift may be; All that we have is Thine alone, A trust, O Lord from Thee. THE AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Apostle s Creed Traditional, Hymnal Page 35

4 COMMUNION HYMN 525 Let Us Break Bread Together SACRAMENT OF THE LORD S SUPPER Pastor Aloyo The Invitation A GREAT PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING 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. WORD OF INSTITUTION Distribution of Bread Distribution of Cup PRAYER AFTER SUPPER (Unison) Eternal God, we give you thanks for this holy mystery in which you have given yourself to us. Grant that we may go into the world in the strength of your Spirit, to give ourselves for others in the name of Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen. THE SENDING *PARTING HYMN GTG 286 Breathe on Me, Breath of God *CHARGE & BENEDICTION CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE GTG Hymn 568 POSTLUDE Everytime I Feel the Spirit Negro Spiritual

5 Assisting in today s Worship: Liturgist: George Hansen Greeters/Ushers: Maggie Anglin and Michael Church ******************************************************************** WE WELCOME YOU IN JESUS NAME! Let us come before the Lord our maker. And may God grant us the humility to be receptive to God s life changing grace. Nursery Care is provided for infants and toddlers. Again, thanks for coming out today!!! Hearing Aid Units, Large Print Bibles, and Large Print Bulletins are available from an usher. If you are interested in becoming a member of United Church, please see the pastor or an usher. You are invited to the Fellowship Room after worship for refreshments and conversation. ********************************************************************* REMEMBER WITH YOUR PRAYERS, CARDS, AND CALLS: At Home: Thelma Barnes, Jeffrey Barnes, Ronn Daniels, Meril Neil, Byron Pelan, Jamie Sweeney, Wilson family, Crystal Ruth, Chuck Sass, Carl & Helen Foerster Richard Lecky, Barbara Hyney. Pastor Aloyo and Esperanza Aloyo: pastor Victor s mother Rev. Howard Bryant: at home Tony Rosado: Victor s friend Jennie Salas and Eneida Concepcion: Jennie Salas mother Tom Eddy: former member Judy Winter: Skip Winter s wife (Presbytery Committee) Freda Lenzo: friend of Jeanne Ashanky Frank Klikus: BJ Klikus husband Marty Ernest: former member Dorothy Meriwether: former member Lucie & Walter Brown: former members Paul Beyfuss: Amanda Beyfuss father(arista Care at Norwood) Stanton White: Morena White s husband

6 Yvonne Alston: Lozelle Whiting s daughter Cynthia Noonan: Bruce Pereyra s daughter Barbara Pereyra: Bruce Pereyra s wife Bob Neumann and wife Jean: Helen Forester s nephew Brandon Williams: friend to George & Ginni Hansen Paige Black: daughter of Steve Gray - our Florist Cynthia Hinton: Pat Perry s cousin Dorothy Hines: Avril Lecky s mother Sybil Slaten: Warren Slaten s wife, Audio International Michelle and Barbara: attends A/A Meeting Helen Pridgen: Audrey Smith s mother Vilvern Marsh: Marcia Marsh-Hinds, brother Cecilie Martinez-Brown: Gail Stokes sister Marc Stokes: Gail Stokes son Nicole Stokes: Gail Stokes daughter Ms. Ketta: Gail Stokes friend, Ms. Nina: Gail Stokes friend Greg and Cyndi Tufaro: friends of: Kathy Luisi s Peter Henkel: 13 years old has (SMA) parents Lorna & Will- helpers for PeaceWorks. Prayers for our students: Stanley Awobue, Joy Awobue, Kay Falowo, Crystal Awobue, Izaiyah Stokes and Gean Bernard. Prayers for peace and end to gun violence throughout our country. U.S. Armed Forces in Afghanistan and citizens of these places. People of Syria. ********************************************************************* FROM OUR PRESBYTERY S CALENDAR OF PRAYER: Christ Presbyterian Church, Martinsville, Rev. Susan Joseph Rack and Ministers-at-Large Rev. David J. Krotchko and Rev. Abraham H. Luckhoff HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!! 6/4 Sharon Stemple 6/4 Byron Pelan 6/10 Daniel Bofah

7 ************************************************************* TUESDAY BIBLE STUDY 12:15pm. Please bring your lunch, dessert and beverage will be provided. ************************************************************* PER CAPITA APPORTIONMENT 2017 is due as follows: General Assembly $7.50, The Synod of the Northeast $4.10, The Presbytery of Elizabeth $ Total Per Capita is $ Per Capita is a member assessment used to fund the operating expenses of governing bodies. (Book of Order; G d). ********************************************************************* **July 13th Movie Night on the Lawn** Movie provided by the City of Plainfield Hosted by AristaCare and United Presbyterian Church ****************************************************************************************************************************************** CONGREGATIONAL GATHERING after Worship in the Lind Room to discuss our Statement of Purpose Mission Statement. Please see insert ********************************************************************* Crawford/Walton Memorial Fund The Board of Deacons of United Presbyterian Church Plainfield is accepting applications for the Crawford/Walton Memorial Fund for higher Education. This fund may be used by any member pursuing an undergraduate degree or working in an undergraduate program which will lead to a specific degree. It may also be used by anyone pursuing a seminary degree. Applications are available at the church office or from the Deacons. Donations can be made by members of the church to this fund at any time.

8 SCHEDULE FOR June 4-11, 2017 Sunday 10:00am Adult and Youth Studies 11:00am Holy Communion Service 12:15pm Refreshments, Lind Room 7:30pm A/A Meeting, Friendship Hall Monday 7:00pm Boy Scouts, Friendship Hall Tuesday 12:15-2:00pm Bible Study, Hansen Room Wednesday 7:00pm A/A Meeting, Friendship Hall Thursday 7:00pm Administration Meeting Friday Saturday 10-11am Zumba, Friendship Hall 6:30pm A/A, Hansen Room ******************************************************************************* Sunday 10:00am Adult and Youth Studies 11:00am Worship Service Noon Refreshments, Lind Room 7:30pm A/A Friendship Hall ******************************************************************* THE UNITED PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 525 East Front Street Plainfield, NJ FAX Website: Pastor: Rev. Dr. Victor Aloyo, Jr. Associate Pastor: Rev. Dottie Morris Director of Music: Ronn Daniels Executive Assistant: Pat Perry Sexton: Pete Hansen Church Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-3pm