Collingswood Presbyterian Church

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1 Collingswood Presbyterian Church August 17, Fern Avenue, Collingswood, New Jersey Telephone: Fax: Website: The Rev. Dr. Katherine G. Killebrew, Pastor William Powell, Director of Music Gretchen Kolecki, Director of Christian Education Joan Hafer, Secretary Chris Keeley, Custodian

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3 COLLINGSWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY August 17, th Sunday in Ordinary Time ASSEMBLE IN GOD S NAME Silent Prayer Welcoming God: you gather everyone, especially the outsiders, Hymn Sing to worship you, for you are not an image or idol, but protector of the helpless, parent to the poor, friend of the lonely. Be with us this day. Amen. Welcome and Announcements We welcome you in the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ! Please sign the guest book in the narthex so we can send you a welcome packet. Gathering of Prayer Concerns and Joys Please raise your hand to share your joys or concerns to be included in the prayers of the people this day. You may also write your concern on the pink sheets and hand to the Pastor. Please mail a prayer card from the narthex to your loved one. Centering Music - Thou Art Worthy STF# 2041 Thou art worthy, thou art worthy, thou art worthy O Lord, to receive glory, glory and honor, glory and honor and power. For thou has created, hast all things created; thou hast created all things. And for thy pleasure they are created; thou art worthy, O Lord. (*Please stand for items marked with an asterisk. GTG is the purple Glory to God hymnal. STF is the Sing the Faith smaller blue hymnal)

4 Call to Worship Leader: In the gathering of school supplies, in the harvesting of backyard gardens: People: God blesses us beyond imagination. Leader: In the simple acts of daily chores, in the kindness shared by a stranger: People: God is gracious to us. Leader: In the rapture of a child watch a firefly, in the inquisitive look of a senior wondering where they left their keys: People: God's face shines upon us. Leader: We praise you, O God! Leader: We praise you! *Hymn - Love Divine, All Loves Excelling GTG #366 *Prayer of Confession Leader: We may praise God, but we prefer to live our way, becoming captive to our foolish choices. But God longs to set us free, so let us confess to our God, as we pray together, saying, All: In every opportunity, God of this day, we choose not to follow you. From our hearts to our mouths flow words that hurt others, come thoughts that lead us away from you. We are richly blessed, but think others should be grateful for the crumbs we offer to them. Our claims to have great faith are disputed by our inability to trust you in all things. Silence is kept We come to you, Helper of the weak, for you are gracious and forgiving. You offer us the fullness of your love, not just a few dollops. You refuse to let us go, but sweep us up with arms of joy. You send Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior, to lead us into your kingdom.

5 *Assurance of Pardon Leader: I ask you, has God rejected us? People: No! By God's grace, God's gifts and God's calling are never taken back. Leader: I ask you, again, has God rejected us? People: No! That Love we know as God will never let us go. Leader: This is good news, dear friends, believe it. People: Thanks be to God. We are forgiven. Amen. *Musical response - You Are the Lord, Giver of Mercy GTG #437 You are the Lord, giver of mercy! You are the Christ, giver of mercy! You are the Lord, giver of mercy! *Sharing of the Peace Leader: The peace of Christ be with you. People: And also with you. PROCLAIM GOD S WORD Children s Sermon (All children are to remain in service.) Musical Offering - I Know That My Redeemer Liveth - from Messiah by GF Handel, Sung by Jahnel Mikolajczak Old Testament Lesson: 2 Samuel 13:1-17(page 283) *Hymn - Though I May Speak GTG #693 New Testament Lesson: 1 Corinthians 6:12-29 (page 1041) Theme Song Seven Deadly Sins Words by James Mitchell (sung to the tune of Gilligan s Island ) Today we meet another sin - The deadly sin of Lust. We think we have desires when Desire's having us. Now Ginger was a movie star who had a clever plan To use desires like hidden wires to handle any man. MEN (To handle any man). (continues on next page)

6 King David's son, old Am-uh-non, said passion couldn't wait and then found in indulging sin, his love turned into hate. MEN (His love turned into hate.) We run aground when we are found inviting these things in. There's Sloth, of course, And Gluttony, Our Anger, and our Greed. The lure of Lust, Pride, and Envy, the Seven Deadly Sins! Sermon: Seven Deadly Sins - The Sin of Lust The Rev. Dr. Katherine G. Killebrew RESPONSE TO THE WORD *Litany of Faith Leader: So the Lord God caused the man to fall into a deep sleep; and while he was sleeping, he took one of the man s ribs and then closed up the place with flesh. Then the Lord God made a woman from the rib he had taken out of the man, and he brought her to the man. (Genesis 2:21-22) People: We were created to love one another- to be together. Guide us O Lord in good relationships. Leader: Place me like a seal over your heart, like a seal on your arm; for love is as strong as death, its jealousy unyielding as the grave. It burns like blazing fire, like a mighty flame. (Song of Solomon 8:6-7) People: Many waters cannot quench love; rivers cannot sweep it away. If one were to give all the wealth of one s house for love, it would be utterly scorned. Leader: You shall not commit adultery. ( Exodus 20:14 ) People: God gave us bodies to cherish, to love and to show our love. We should not be ashamed of these gifts. Help us to be careful of our loved ones. Let us be true and faithful.

7 Leader: But I say to you that everyone who looks at a woman with lustful intent has already committed adultery with her in his heart. (Matthew 5:28) People: Just because we have not acted, it does not mean we are without sin. Our thoughts can hurt us and make us see others as objects. Leader: Turn my eyes from looking at worthless things; and give me life in your ways. (Psalm 119:37) People: Help us to see others as you see them, O God- treasured gifts of creation. Leader: For this is the will of God, your sanctification: that you abstain from sexual immorality; that each one of you know how to control his own body in holiness and honor, not in the passion of lust like the Gentiles who do not know God; (I Thessalonians 4:3-5) People: To lust is to be out of control, abusive and hungry to use others. Let us find good ways to love one another without hurt. Leader: For everything in the world the lust of the flesh, the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life comes not from the Father but from the world. The world and its desires pass away, but whoever does the will of God lives forever. ( I John 2:16) People: As Paul has said I appeal to you therefore, brothers (and sisters), by the mercies of God, to present your bodies as a living sacrifice, holy and acceptable to God, which is your spiritual worship. (Romans 12:1) Offering See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are! For this is the message you heard from the beginning: We should love one another. I John 3

8 Musical Meditation *Doxology #606 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise Him, all creatures here below; Praise Him above, ye heavenly host; Praise Father, Son, and Holy Ghost. Amen. *Prayer of Dedication Prayers of the People Leader: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Leader: Let us pray. Prayers of Praise, Thanksgiving, and Intercession. The Lord s Prayer by Albert Hay Malotte, sung by Jahnel Mikolajczak *Benediction GO IN GOD S NAME *Hymn: Jesus, Thy Boundless Love to Me GTG #703 * Organ Response *Postlude Go Forward and Serve! Be a part of God s work through CPC! Please join us in the lounge for iced tea, lemonade and fellowship time.

9 Sacred the Body by Ruth Duck Honor God with your Body I Corinthians 6:20 Sacred the body God has created, temple of Spirit that dwells deep inside. Cherish each person; nurture relation. Treat flesh as holy, that love may abide. Bodies are varied, made in all sizes, pale, full of color; both fragile and strong. Holy the difference, gift of the Maker, so let us honor each story and song. Love respects persons, bodies and boundaries. Love does not batter, neglect, or abuse. Love touches gently, never coercing. Love leaves the other with power to choose. Holy of holies, God ever loving, make us your temples; indwell all we do. May we be careful, tender and caring, so may our bodies give honor to you.

10 Sunday, August 17, 2014 If you are a visitor, please sign the Fellowship Book in the narthex so we know you are here! Large print bulletins and hymnals are available for your convenience. If you have difficulty hearing, personal amplifiers are available in the narthex. Parents, please pick up a worship activity bag for your children. Please return the bags to the narthex after the service. PLEASE BRING THE HEARING AIDES BACK TO THE DEACON OF THE DAY. for your service! Reader: Carol Fulton Deacon of the Day: Karen Mazak Greeters & Ushers : Carol & Barry Longmire Fellowship Hosts: Louanna Sills & Dawn Norton Flowers: the flowers today are given by Rev. Kate Killebrew in honor of her 34th anniversary. Sunday School: There will be NO more activities this summer during Sunday School Time. Children will REMAIN in service. Nursery - There or NO nursery workers today. The nursery will be open with A/C and you can volunteer to work the nursery this summer, but, there will be no paid staff. If you are interested in helping in the nursery please sign up on the sheet on the door in the nursery.

11 WHAT S HAPPENING AT CPC THIS WEEK? Sun., 8/17 Mon., 8/18 Wed., 8/20 Sun., 8/24 10:00 am - Worship 11:00 am - Fellowship - lounge 11:15 am - CE meeting 7:00 pm - Property Committee Meeting - Meeting Rm. 11:00 am - Staff Meeting 10:00 am - Worship 11:00 am - Fellowship - lounge WEEKLY COMMUNITY USE Spring of Life Church: Sunday - 1:00-2:30 pm - Sanctuary Wed. & Fri. - 8:00-9:30 pm - Jr. Rm. REMINDER: Your church does not close for the summer. We especially need your presence, your prayers, your talents, and your financial support during this vacation time. Also, please don t forget to send in your pledge before you leave for vacation!

12 There will be no more activities this summer during Sunday School Time. Children will REMAIN in service. There are coloring sheets and activity sheets in the bags in the Narthex. Sunday school will resume on Rally Day September 14, Please see Gretchen Kolecki, Director of Christian Education to sign up to help with Sunday school in the fall of Also, if you have a child in Sunday School, please join our Facebook page: Collingswood Presbyterian Church Sunday School. Youth Group will resume on September 14, :30-8:00 pm We will meet our New Seminarian, Noha Khoury at that time. Stay tuned for a Parents/Youth planning meeting in August, to plan next year s activities and fundraisers. If you have not done so already, please join our Youth Group Facebook Page: Collingswood Presbyterian Youth Group. It is a good way to keep in touch and up to date on youth group info and activities. YOUTH THIS MEANS YOU TOO!

13 Session Highlights Andy Wilson is serving the church as custodian while Chris Keely is out during his surgery and four week recovery. Thank you Andy, and prayers to Chris for a speedy recovery! Mark it on your calendar: Rally Day will be September 14th! Don't miss the Pancake Breakfast to start the day at 9:00! Our new Seminarian, Noha Khoury, will begin her work with us and the Youth group starts that night. Stewardship Campaign excited to have the Pony Express kicked-off on October 19th and will culminate on November 2nd. The Property committee qualified through the State of NJ for a free energy assessment for our heating usage. We will be using a new electric provider that will give us a reduction in costs as well. Pastor Kate is working with other Presbyterian churches in the area to offer combined "Grow Group" Bible studies starting in October. We have pulled over $40,000 from our reserve funds for our operating expenses for the first half of this year. We need every one to support our church financially. Grace is free but church ministry isn't!!!

14 FROM YOUR DEACONS Its summertime and the kids are home from school that means no more school lunches. St. Paul s Food Pantry has a tremendous need for cold cereal, tuna, canned meat, peanut butter, jelly and mayonnaise. PLEASE HELP! CPC Directory Don t forget to pick up your copy of the new Summer CPC Directory. There are several copies in each mail slot in the mail box outside of the lounge. Officers, yours are in your office mailbox. Thank you! Please check the flower book in the Narthex and sign up to dedicate the flowers in the church to honor, or in memory of, a loved one. Flowers are needed for 8/31, 9/28, 10/5, & 10/12, HELP WANTED! We need help over the hot summer to care for our CPC gardens. There is a hose by the driveway, if you can help water the flowers, or weed and/or trim the bushes, please contact Louanna Sills (louannasills@comcast.net) or

15 Deacons Backpack Collection Once again we are collecting school supplies to fill back packs to help children from financially struggling families start off the school year with the supplies they will need for a successful academic year. Donations needed by August 31st. Here is a list of new supplies we need for this year s back packs. backpacks rulers bottled school glue plastic pencil boxes blunt scissors washable markers pencil patch - zippered pencil sharpeners colored pencils highlighters protractors paper dictionaries boxes of tissues 12 count subject dividers 5 tab 3 x 5 index cards marble composition books filler paper - wide ruled or college-ruled spiral notebooks-one subject-either wide-ruled or college 8 count Cash or check donations can be put in the offering plate on Sundays marked IHOC back packs. Thank you, Your Deacons

16 Equal Exchange Coffee -Always Available By choosing Fair Trade coffee you enable small-scale farmers to support themselves, their families and their communities. When you purchase it through the Presbyterian Coffee Project, you are directly supporting the Presbyterian Hunger Program's essential relief and development work around the world. Last year, Presbyterian congregations and communities across the U.S. purchased 107,425 pounds of fairly traded products from Equal Exchange. As a result Equal Exchange made a $16,113 donation to PC(USA). To learn more about the Presbyterian Coffee Project, go to equalexchange.coop/pcusa. Equal Exchange coffee and tea is always for sale at Collingswood Presbyterian Church. There is a poster-list in the church lounge of the products we have in stock. If you would like to purchase coffee or tea or are interested in this mission project, talk to Lorrie Heuser either at church or by (heuser551@verizon.net). Lorrie

17 KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS Birthdays: Robert Johnson Anniversaries: Gail & John Gardiner, Flo Stringer & Frank Griffin Seminarians: Chris McNabb, Richard Aylor, and Noha Khoury Those who serve in government, our military personnel, & those who work in other countries. Our country, our president, and our leaders Our troops in Afghanistan and around the world Military personnel - Jennifer Riippa Kyle Stoy-- who is teaching ESL in Seoul, South Korea Those at home or in a care facilities Elizabeth Baggett Harry Binder Robert Johnson Dorothy Varnum Jean Waitz Dottie Strewski Pray for Health and Wellness Ray Burns Sal Ferraro Judy Grantham Frank Griffin Sam Jang Do-Soon Bob Lowden Carol Rowand Jay Sills Darla Hartman Rich Smith The Stone Family Colleen Ellis Jeffrey Patterson Lizzy Scotland Bob Whenna Rachel Minnick Carol Salmon Steven Salmon Marion Mills Chris Keeley Please pick up a prayer card in the narthex and mail it to these loved ones for whom we pray. Rev. Debby Brincivalli & Staff of West Jersey Presbytery First Presbyterian Church of Vineland Our PCUSA mission in Myanmar (Burma) Juan G. Hall Presbyterian Church, Cardenas, Cuba Njikob Presbyterian Church, Cameroon If you are going into the hospital or would like a pastoral visit, please call or have a family member call the church office or one of the deacons or elders. If you don t call, we are going to assume you don t want a visit! Please remember to fill out a new pink form. with each update for the prayer list.

18 CHURCH STAFF AND OFFICERS The Rev. Dr. Katherine G. Killebrew, Pastor William Powell, Director of Music Gretchen Kolecki, Director of Christian Ed Joan Hafer, Church Secretary Chris Keeley, Custodian Maryann Kelly, Bookkeeper THE SESSION (Meets second Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m.) Melissa Corso, Clerk of Session Candace Lowden, President, Board of Trustees Barbara Bockmann, Financial Secretary & Treasurer Class of 2014 Class of 2015 Class of 2016 Keith Haines Mike Amato Jennifer Giordano Melissa Corso Candace Lowden Jeff Hirt Karen Schuehler Committees of Session Christian Growth Finance and Stewardship Mission and Outreach Congregational Life Memorial Personnel Nominating Property Worship and Arts Chair Keith Haines & Karen Schuehler Jeff Hirt Moderator Jennifer Giordano Candace Lowden Melissa Corso Candace Lowden Mike Amato Moderator BOARD OF DEACONS (Meets first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.) Lorrie Heuser, Moderator Martha Caldwell-Bates, Vice-Moderator Jane Trent, Treasurer Richard Herzog, Secretary Class of 2014 Class of 2015 Class of 2016 Lorrie Heuser Louanna Sills Tom Wolfe Jane Trent Martha Caldwell-Bates Jean Harle Erica Werner Karen Mazak Richard Herzog [Terms begin Feb 1 of each year or upon Ordination/Installation] Rev. 7/1/14

19 Our Vision Statement (What we want to be) We seek to become: A church that witnesses to the community and the world by sharing and demonstrating our relationship with Christ. A church that encourages all people to know God s great love revealed in Jesus Christ. A church that faithfully listens for God s will for our lives and our community A community of God that is an open, inviting, caring family of faith where all are embraced, accepted and loved. Our Mission Statement (How we will accomplish this vision) The Collingswood Presbyterian Church Congregation, as part of the Christian Church, Presbyterian Church USA, is called to Worship and Serve the Lord by: Constantly seeking renewal through God s Grace and Wisdom. Welcoming and reaching out to all of God s community. Providing for education in Christian and Presbyterian principles Ministering to everyone through community and worldwide mission. Sharing the Christian message as expressed in the Gospel.