First Presbyterian Church 2230 Hariet St. Port Charlotte, FL Worship 10:00 a.m. (941)

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1 First Presbyterian Church 2230 Hariet St. Port Charlotte, FL Worship 10:00 a.m. (941) Rev. Terri Jo Crego January 27, 2019 Welcome to All We are delighted that you are here today and hope you have a meaningful worship experience. If you are worshipping with us for the first time, we extend a special welcome! Your presence is important to us, so we encourage you to fill out the Welcome Card and place it in the offering plate. Also, if you have a prayer need, please complete one of the Prayer Cards and place it in the offering plate or hand it to an usher. It will be our privilege to pray for you.

2 Welcome to First Presbyterian Church Preparation for Worship: As you enter the Sanctuary, please prepare your hearts and minds for worship and silence your mobile devices. The beginning of the prelude is a call to silent, personal preparation for the worship of God. May our worship open our hearts to God s love, our eyes to God s beauty, our minds to God s truth, and our will to God s service. Chimes GATHERING AROUND THE WORD Greetings The grace of the Lord, Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you. Let us prepare our hearts and minds for worship. Prelude There Is a Happy Land setting by George Shearing Welcome and Announcements Call to Worship Great is the Lord, he is holy and just, by his power, we trust in his love. Great is the Lord; he is faithful and true; by his mercy, he proves he is love. Great is the Lord and worthy of glory! Great is the Lord and worthy of praise! Great is the Lord! Now lift up your voice! We lift up our voices and say: Great is the Lord! Great is the Lord! Introit Great Is the Lord Chancel Choir Michael W. Smith *Please Stand, if able

3 Opening Prayer Great are you, O God, who fills us with purpose. Great are you, O God, who empowers us to serve. Great are you, O God, who weaves us together to be the Body of Christ to participate in your purpose. May our lives proclaim our praise through our song and our work and in the ways we serve your people. In Jesus' name, we pray. Amen. *Passing of the Peace *Opening Hymn I Sing the Mighty Power of God Blue Hymnal #288 Invitation to Confession Prayer of Confession God of the prophets and God of your people today, throughout the ages, you have called us to serve the poor, to give sight to the blind, and to release the captive. Too often we sit on the sidelines, meandering in our own debt, blindness, and captivity. Too often we sit on the sidelines, waiting to have all the resources we need to make a difference and waiting for just the right day to make a difference. Forgive us. Empower us to serve. Empower us to see. And empower us to release that which holds us back from serving you and your people. Assurance of Pardon (Silent Prayer of Confession) Hear the Good News: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. God has forgiven us and continues to empower us to be whole, weaving us together as the Body of Christ to serve all of God s people. *Congregational Response Gloria Patri Blue Hymnal #579

4 PROCLAIMING THE WORD Time With Children and Youth Scripture Reading I Corinthians 12:12-31 p. 174 This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Anthem Grace Us, O Lord Chancel Choir Joseph Martin 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 of Preparation Sing Out! Sound the Trumpets! Proclaim Jubilee! insert Prayer for Illumination Scripture Reading Luke 4:14-21 p. 61 This is the Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Proclamation of the Word Weeping and Rejoicing Rev. Terri Jo Crego

5 RESPONDING TO THE WORD *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. Presentation of Tithes and Offering Soliloquy by Gustav Merkel *Congregational Response Doxology Blue Hymnal #592 *Prayer of Dedication BEARING AND FOLLOWING THE WORD INTO THE WORLD *Hymn of Dedication Song of Hope Blue Hymnal #432 *Charge and Benediction Postlude Little Prelude and Fugue in D Minor by J.S. Bach

6 PRAYER LIST High School Barbara Graduate Allcroft, Recognition Bernadine and Tom Allesee, Betty Brooks, Andy Buell, Tanner Louise Braun, Carpenter, Amina Bernice Lee and Cunningham, Taylor Summers Jan Doczy, Arline Fitzmaurice, John Gamble, Carol (Joyce) and Bob Hostutler, Thelma James, Psalm Reading Bessie Keller, Ed Kruse, Razona Ledford, Sue Littrell, Ann March, Psalm Juliette 139:1-6, McClelland, Dottie Messick, Drs. Leslie and Cynthia Morgan, Janet Nelson, AudreyAnn Parent, Mavis Powell, Leila Rohlehr, Lesley Shane, This Carol is the Stacy, Word Charlotte of the Lord. Taylor, and Donald Whitmarsh. Thanks be to God. If you would like to be added or removed from this list, call the church office at (941) MEMBERSHIP If you would like to join our church family, we encourage you to call the Church office at (941) to speak with Rev. Terri Jo Crego. New members are welcomed by Profession of Faith, Reaffirmation of Faith, Letter of Transfer, or as an Affiliate Member, if you wish to retain your membership in another congregation. INTERCESSORY PRAYER If you would like to have intercessory prayer for yourself or for others, come to the Chapel following the service. The Chapel is located on the left side of the Narthex as you exit the Sanctuary.

7 Calendar of Events SUNDAY, January 27 Sunday School for all ages Coffee and Fellowship Worship Service Soup and Salad Luncheon MONDAY, January 28 Exercise Class Building and Grounds Meeting TUESDAY, January 29 Exercise Class Staff Meeting Youth Group WEDNESDAY, January 30 Exercise Class Peace Piecers Table Games Bible Study: Spiritual Gifts Choir Rehearsal THURSDAY, January 31 Exercise Class Mah-jongg 10:00 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 9:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m. 5:30 p.m. 7:00 p.m. 12:30 p.m. FRIDAY, February 1 Office Closed SATURDAY, February 2 Office Closed

8 The Mission of First Presbyterian Church of Port Charlotte is to reflect God s light and love, empowering Christ-like living. Ministry Staff Rev. Terri Jo Crego, Pastor Janet Hart, Church Secretary Linda Trzaskos, Financial Secretary Scott Austin, Facilities Manager Christy Blue, Choir Director Judy Prier, Organist pastor@fpcpc.com pastorsecretary@fpcpc.com finance@fpcpc.com facilities@fpcpc.com pianoplayinggal@yahoo.com judyprier@comcast.net Session Class of 2019: Joan Barry, Rebekah Baird, Richard Lund Class of 2020: Sandy Asaro, Lynn Webster, Elaine Woods Class of 2021: John Gamble, Ernest Rose, Laverne Sinkia Deacons Class of 2019: Andy Buell, Clarence Diersing, Gay Sorensen Class of 2020: Judi Anderson, Norma Campbell, Donna Young Class of 2021: Barbara Edwards, Jean Heim, Sandee Pellerin Trustees Richard Lund, President Ron Smith, Vice President Ambrose Woods, Treasurer Sandy Asaro, Secretary Class of 2019: Bob Hull, Member at Large Class of 2020: Clarence Diersing, Member at Large

9 Sing Out! Sound the Trumpets! Proclaim Jubilee! Sing out! Sound the trumpets! Proclaim jubilee! Through words from Isaiah, we came to be free; For blest by the Spirit, Christ read from that scroll, Proclaiming his mission: To make our lives whole. Refrain: Hear the word! Sing it out! It's good news to the poor! Christ has come! Let us shout! We are captive no more! Lost sight is restored, and God's world is set free: Christ came to our world to proclaim jubilee. But still, women struggle for lives free and fair, And children are hungry, and loved ones despair. Still, those long-oppressed or in prisons of fear Are longing to call this their jubilee year. Refrain O God, through your Christ you knelt down to the earth, And by your own Spirit, you give us new birth. May we as your church have a passion to share Your jubilee love with the world everywhere. Refrain Biblical References: Psalms 146; Luke 4 Tune: William Howard Doane, 1875 ("To God Be the Glory") (MIDI) Text: Copyright 1998 by Carolyn Winfrey Gillette. All rights reserved. Used with permission

10 ANNOUNCEMENTS January 27, 2019 Thank you to Elaine Woods, who is serving as liturgist today. SOUP AND SALAD LUNCHEON Today After Worship New Life Center All are invited to a fellowship luncheon after worship today. In preparation for Souper Bowl next Sunday, February 3 rd, children and youth will help host the meal. Soup, salad, and bread will be served, and there is no cost to attend. After enjoying your lunch, you will hear more about the annual Souper Bowl event and how your donations are helping our local community. Please see Nancy Sharpless or Sandy Asaro if you have questions. YOUTH GROUP Tuesday, January 29 th 5:00-6:15 p.m. New Life Center Children and youth are invited to join us for youth group on Tuesday, January 29 th. After snacks, a choice will be offered for participants to play ukuleles or board games. Please see Lynn Webster if you have questions. BIBLE STUDY: DISCOVERING OUR SPIRITUAL GIFTS Wednesdays: January 30 th and February 6 th 5:30 p.m. 6:30 p.m. Conference Room Join Rev. Deborah Phelps as she continues the three-week Bible study that examines spiritual gifts. For this second week, each person will use a discovery tool which will reveal individual spiritual gifts. In the third week, we will examine our individuality and discover the spiritual gifts which empower people to serve Christ from their hearts in ways that are personally satisfying. FIRST FRIDAY FELLOWSHIP Friday, February 1 st 5:00 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. Meet Outside at the Turquoise Tables Meet at the Turquoise Tables on the front lawn for a time of casual fellowship. Come relax with friends for a little bit of unstructured time to "just" be together. Bring your beach/lawn chair and sit a spell with new and old friends. If it is still chilly, we will roast marshmallows and have s mores. See you at the Turquoise Tables! SHOP AT TOWN AND COUNTRY PUBLIX Saturday, February 2 nd 3:00 p.m. Harry Chapin Food Bank has arranged with Publix stores in Charlotte Co. to have a Food Drive for county agencies on Sat., Feb. 2 nd from until 3 p.m. FPCPC will get all the food collected at the Town and Country Publix at 4265 Tamiami Trail. Get a list of suggested items when you go in and please purchase an item or two - or the whole list. We ll have volunteers to collect the food for our agency when you exit. Thank you!

11 SOUPER BOWL SUNDAY Sunday, February 3 rd 10:00 a.m. During Worship The youth of First Presbyterian Church Port Charlotte are participating in the Souper Bowl of Caring again this year and invite you to be part of this life-changing movement. On Sunday, February 3 rd, you are invited to wrap a dollar bill, a ten dollar bill, any denomination of a bill, or a check made out to FPCPC and earmarked Souper Bowl of Caring around a can of soup. Use a rubber band to hold the bill in place and bring it to church that morning. Our children and youth will be in the Narthex to collect your donation. Last year our church family brought in $1226 and 610 cans. This year the children and youth challenge our church family to raise $1300 and 700 cans of soup, all of which will stay at our church and will be used in and by our Food Pantry Ministry. Please pray about how you can make a difference tackling hunger here in our community, and support our youth as they raise money and cans of soup for our Food Pantry. Start shopping now - Double your donation by watching for Buy One-Get One soup sales at Publix and Winn Dixie. Please see Nancy Sharpless if you have any questions. CONFIRMATION CLASS Sunday, February 3rd 11:15 a.m. Next Door to Terri Jo's Office Meet next door to Terri Jo's office with your notebooks and homework. We will deepen our conversation about prayer and hear from some of our members about how prayer impacts their lives. BLACK HISTORY MONTH LUNCHEON Sunday, February 17 th 11:15 a.m. After Worship New Life Center Black History will be celebrated throughout the month of February with a display featuring historical artifacts in the Narthex and the back of the sanctuary. Please join us on Sunday February 17 th for a luncheon after the morning service. You will be treated to a sample of the many foods enjoyed by the African American community. SCHOLARSHIP APPLICATIONS 2019 Due March 3 rd Applications for the Lincoln Tomlinson Fox Scholarship are now available in the Narthex and church office. Applicants for a scholarship must be an active member of First Presbyterian Church of Port Charlotte, demonstrate leadership abilities, abstain from using tobacco, alcohol, and illegal drugs, demonstrate academic achievement, and demonstrate a need for financial assistance. Only complete applications will be considered. A recipient may reapply the next year for an additional year. Applications must be received by the Scholarship Ministry Action Team by March 3, Scholarships will be awarded in May and are sent directly to the student s school account in the appropriate month. Please see Nancy Sharpless if you have any questions. Please remember FPCPC in your wills and trusts.