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1 FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF ENGLEWOOD June 26, 2016 Eleven o clock LIVE boldly SHARE boundlessly GROW community BUILD God s world THIRTEENTH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME THE GATHERING The service of worship begins with the prelude; quiet is requested as you enter the sanctuary and prepare for worship. In the spirit of Christian fellowship, we invite you to wear a name tag which is available from the greeters. As a community that prays with and for one another, we invite you to share your joys and concerns by using the prayer cards available from the ushers. Those parts of the Service of Worship in which the congregation participates in word or song are noted in bold type. Please stand as you are able. PRELUDE Prelude and Fugue in D minor J. S. Bach * HYMN 288 I Sing the Mighty Power of God Ellacombe * CALL TO WORSHIP: Leader: Blessed are those whose delight is in the law of God People: They are like trees that grow beside a stream. Leader: They yield their fruit in due season. People: Their leaves do not wither. Leader: God's Spirit gives life to all that lives People: And brings forth holy abundance among all God's people. INTROIT O sing unto the Lord a new song. Bless his holy name. Goode WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS

2 MINUTE FOR MISSION Yvonne Crichton CALL TO CONFESSION PRAYER OF CONFESSION Merciful God, we think of the freedom we have in Christ and too often we accept it as the freedom to do what we like, rather than the freedom to be obedient to you. Forgive us when we use our freedom to be self-indulgent, instead of serving one another in love. Forgive us when we fail to take Jesus demands on our lives seriously enough. May we strive to faithfully follow Jesus on the challenging road of discipleship. This we pray in the name of Jesus. PRAYERS OF SILENT AND INDIVIDUAL CONFESSION WORDS OF ASSURANCE Leader: Friends, believe and proclaim the Good News: in Jesus Christ, love breaks through hatred, hope breaks through despair, life breaks through death. People: In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven, loved, and set free. Thanks be to God! Amen. * CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Gloria Patri Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost; As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be, world without end. Amen, Amen. RECOGNITION OF CHURCH SCHOOL VOLUNTEERS THE CONFIRMATION OF: RACHEL KUMOR CAMILIA POLACK CHLOE MEI REES

3 * EXCHANGE OF PEACE Leader: Let us open our hearts to one another as Christ has opened his heart to us, and God will be glorified. People: The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. (Exchange Signs of Reconciliation and the Peace of Christ with your neighbor - e.g., The Peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. Response - And also with you. ) TIME WITH CHILDREN * HYMN 282 If Thou but Trust in God to Guide Thee Wer Nur Den Lieben Gott + Children leave for Church School. Youth remain for worship.+ PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION THE WORD FIRST LESSON Kings 2:1-2, 6-14 ANTHEM Let Us With A Gladsome Mind Alan Ridout SECOND LESSON Luke 9:51-62 SERMON Tools Rev. Richard S. Hong THE OFFERING OFFERTORY Behold, Now Praise the Lord Everett Titcomb Behold now, praise the Lord, all ye servants of the Lord. Ye that by night stand in the house of the Lord even in the courts of the house of our God lift up your hands in the sanctuary, and praise the Lord. * THE DOXOLOGY Old Hundredth Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God all creatures here below. Praise God above, ye heavenly host. Creator, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen.

4 PASTORAL PRAYER & 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. THE SENDING OUT * HYMN He Leadeth Me He Leadeth Me * CHORAL BENEDICTION The Lord Bless You and Keep You Peter Lutkin * CHORAL AMEN POSTLUDE Jig (from French Suite No. 5 ) J. S. Bach Our worship ends with the conclusion of the Postlude. (It is the custom of our church to remain seated. Those who wish to leave may do so.) * * * * *

5 Chancel Choir This week is the last Sunday of the regular Chancel Choir season. During the summer, music will be provided by our soloists and the volunteer Summer Choir. Our deepest thanks and appreciation go to the dedicated members of the Chancel Choir. Their names are listed with the year they joined the choir. Ron Aldridge (2010) Marilyn Arons (2005) Carson Baker (1998) Natalie Beaumont (1992) Jill Bello (2000) Andrea Berger (2006) Mark Blowers (2015) Tai Collins (2014) Martha Dawson (2003) Linsy Farris (2013) Ursula Farris (2013) Sue Greenberg (2011) Dorothy Henry (2012) Iris Karlin (2012) Cyndi Kumor (2010) Michael Kumor (2010) Dave Lewis (2003) Emily McSpadden (2013) Cecil Oberbeck (2010) Sandra Ruggles (2000) Marcy Steele (1984) Abbie Todd Singer (2010) Jane Woodside (2015) We also want to recognize our beloved alumnæ members: Mae Kaspriskie Laura Peluso Lari Rohloff Rebecca Yen And we mourn the loss of Raul Sepulveda. * * * * * The Elders: Richard Bennett, Peter Bigler, David Bishop, Diane Christian, Linda Farrell, Ulah Fields, T.K. Lau, Kyung Lee, Carolyn Milne, Paul Platek, Jill Strawbridge Bello, Robert Ryder, Carol Schulzrinne, Phil Tamis, Candida Urena. Clerk of Session: Sandy Bishop Moderator: Reverend Richard Hong. The Session consists of the Moderator, the Elders, and the Clerk of Session. The Deacons: Alan Aluska, Bruce Forshee, Rosetta Forshee, John Fraser, Akira Fujitsuka, Audrey Harrison, Linda Heitner, Emily Kahn, Joshua Kahn, Nicole Kim, Kate Matsuda, Sara Lee, Charlene Niland, Beverly Rhinehart, Jeff Spady. Co-Moderators: Paul Kang & Caridad Schweizer Staff: Reverend Richard Hong & Dorothy VanderWerf

6 TODAY S SCRIPTURE READINGS 2 Kings 2:1-2, 6-14 (NRSV) Now when the LORD was about to take Elijah up to heaven by a whirlwind, Elijah and Elisha were on their way from Gilgal. 2 Elijah said to Elisha, Stay here; for the LORD has sent me as far as Bethel. But Elisha said, As the LORD lives, and as you yourself live, I will not leave you. So they went down to Bethel. 6 Then Elijah said to him, Stay here; for the LORD has sent me to the Jordan. But he said, As the LORD lives, and as you yourself live, I will not leave you. So the two of them went on. 7 Fifty men of the company of prophets also went, and stood at some distance from them, as they both were standing by the Jordan. 8 Then Elijah took his mantle and rolled it up, and struck the water; the water was parted to the one side and to the other, until the two of them crossed on dry ground. 9 When they had crossed, Elijah said to Elisha, Tell me what I may do for you, before I am taken from you. Elisha said, Please let me inherit a double share of your spirit. 10 He responded, You have asked a hard thing; yet, if you see me as I am being taken from you, it will be granted you; if not, it will not. 11 As they continued walking and talking, a chariot of fire and horses of fire separated the two of them, and Elijah ascended in a whirlwind into heaven. 12 Elisha kept watching and crying out, Father, father! The chariots of Israel and its horsemen! But when he could no longer see him, he grasped his own clothes and tore them in two pieces. 13 He picked up the mantle of Elijah that had fallen from him, and went back and stood on the bank of the Jordan. 14 He took the mantle of Elijah that had fallen from him, and struck the water, saying, Where is the LORD, the God of Elijah? When he had struck the water, the water was parted to the one side and to the other, and Elisha went over. Luke 9:51-62 (NRSV) When the days drew near for him to be taken up, he set his face to go to Jerusalem. 52 And he sent messengers ahead of him. On their way they entered a village of the Samaritans to make ready for him; 53 but they did not receive him, because his face was set toward Jerusalem. 54 When his disciples James and John saw it, they said, Lord, do you want us to

7 command fire to come down from heaven and consume them? 55 But he turned and rebuked them. 56 Then they went on to another village. 57 As they were going along the road, someone said to him, I will follow you wherever you go. 58 And Jesus said to him, Foxes have holes, and birds of the air have nests; but the Son of Man has nowhere to lay his head. 59 To another he said, Follow me. But he said, Lord, first let me go and bury my father. 60 But Jesus said to him, Let the dead bury their own dead; but as for you, go and proclaim the kingdom of God. 61 Another said, I will follow you, Lord; but let me first say farewell to those at my home. 62 Jesus said to him, No one who puts a hand to the plow and looks back is fit for the kingdom of God. * * * * *

8 WELCOME TO OUR WORSHIP Ushers for this Sunday s service are: Alan Aluska, Captain Sheila Chen TK Lau Pearl Lau Kate Matsuda Nursery Staff and Church School Teachers Nursery Paul and Sophie Kang - Coordinators Sara Williams, Linda Moats, Golnaz Golriz, Lauren Bigler, Jenni Choi Welcomers - Sherronda Brown, Paul Kang, Nikki Kim, and Linda Moats Support Staff: Nicole Kim and Akira Fujitsuka 3, 4 & 5 Year Olds Mary Cushman and Joanna O Donovan Janice Lee, substitute Support Staff: Jessica Arguellas and Andrea Shuman Kindergarten, 1st and 2nd Grade Marlenis Camacho and Andres Bello Janice Lee, substitute Support Staff: Lily Su and Paul Piergentile 3rd, 4th, and 5th Grade Carol Cornell and Linsy Farris Support Staff: Gladys Dagdayan Middle & High School Jeff Spady and Sora Baek Crossroads Daniel Atencio and Blake Simis Our Lay Assistant this morning is Sandy Bishop. Sandy was born and raised in West Virginia and has lived in Missouri, Maine, Ohio and New York City before moving to Teaneck in 2003 with her husband, David. She worked for 25 years for the American Bible Society with responsibility for Scripture distribution in the United States. She retired in June, 2007 and is enjoying time for reading, photography, and family. Sandy serves as Clerk of Session, and is FPC s Financial Secretary. The FLOWERS today are dedicated to the glory of God in loving memory of Jong Soo Kim, given by Akira Fujitsuka, Jung Eun (Nicole) Kim, Gabriel and Benjamin.

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12 Confirmation Class of 2016 June 26, 2016 For each of the confirmands, a brief excerpt from their Statement of Faith is presented, along with a Bible verse chosen for them by Rev. Hong Rachel Kumor The church is a community. It's where we join one another for empathy, compassion, and pure joy. It is where everyone of us is connected and love is felt through and through. Psalm 104:33 I will sing to the LORD as long as I live; I will sing praise to my God while I have being. Camilia Polack Because Jesus came to live and understand us on Earth, I know He understands me and loves me. 1 Corinthians 15:58 Therefore, my beloved, be steadfast, immovable, always excelling in the work of the Lord, because you know that in the Lord your labor is not in vain. Chloe Mei Rees Without the Holy Spirit, we wouldn t have the bond we have with each other now. The Holy Spirit is the bridge in humanity. Isaiah 40:31 But those who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength, they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.

13 About the Confirmation Process: Three youth participated in the confirmation process this year. Class sessions were held with Pastor Rich or Pastor Kellie on Friday evenings or Sunday afternoons. Carol Schulzrinne was invaluable as she coordinated the many aspects of the program. The confirmands read the Gospel of Luke and the confirmation edition of the Study Catechism of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.). Each confirmand also developed a brief statement of their personal faith. They also participated in mission opportunities. This class persevered through many schedule changes and location shifts caused by the fire. What is Confirmation? In the Presbyterian tradition, we ordinarily practice infant baptism. When a child is baptized, his/her parents and the congregation vow to nurture the child in faith. When the child reaches an age at which he/she can choose to declare his/her own faith in Jesus Christ (typically 8th or 9th grade in our tradition), this is said to be a confirmation of the baptismal vows. In the Presbyterian Church, this rite is technically called the Reaffirmation of the Baptismal Covenant. Upon confirmation, the person is received into full communicant membership, with the right to vote in congregational meetings, hold office, etc. It is with great pride and joy that we welcome these young people who have chosen to profess their faith in Jesus Christ and accept their roles as full members of the congregation.

14 CHILD CARE AVAILABLE: NURSERY and TODDLERS Ages: Babies-3 in Room 207. CHURCH SCHOOL 4 YEAR OLDS THROUGH 5TH GRADE in Room 206. Both rooms are across from the Auditorium ANNOUNCEMENTS This week s COFFEE & CONVERSATION is coordinated by the Kumor, Rees, and Polack families in celebration of the Confirmands Rachel, Camilia, and Chloe. THESE DAYS is a Daily Devotions for Living by Faith for July, August & September. Pick up a copy at the Manse. THE ORIGAMI AND PAPER ARTS GROUP is looking for volunteers to help with our upcoming Christmas Project. If you like creating and making fun things this is the group for you. We are going to start with our Christmas decorations and Christmas Cards. Proceeds of this project will go toward the church rebuilding fund and to our usual charities. If you are interested in this fun project, please sign up during Coffee and Conversation. We look forward to having you in our group. No experience is required. Contact Information: Yvonne Crichton at yvonne.crichton.denbow@gmail.com / (Home) or Beneranda Rivera-Baez at Bennie4@optonline.net / (Cell). There are only 2 remaining openings for BERGEN COUNTY'S HABITAT FOR HUMANITY GLOBAL VILLAGE TRIP to Flathead Valley, Montana taking place October 9-16, It would be great if 1 additional FPC congregant would be interested in joining the group. The total group will number 12 members. Please visit their website at and click on Global Village or ask Bruce & Rosetta Forshee for more information. A BIG THANK YOU to all those who volunteered and served either as dinner hosts or overnighters for Family Promise as we hosted the homeless families this past week: Natalie Beaumont, Jeff Spady, Connie Dean-Taylor, Tom Christensen, Nathan Schulzrinne, Sharon Burrowes, Barbara Kalvig, Linda Cushman-Baugh, Carolyn Busby. Dorothy VanderWerf served as coordinator of the 5 congregations and thanks to John Stott, Mission Outreach Chair, and Pastor David Wehrle of Leonia United Methodist Church who offered their church for our mission.

15 FPC WORSHIP SCHEDULE FOR SUNDAY, JULY 3 & JULY 13: 11 a.m.: Dwight Englewood High School, 315 East Palisade Avenue, Englewood. Worship is in Hajjar Auditorium. 12:30 p.m. Coffee & Conversation at FPC Church Manse. THE FPC SPARK HOPE CAMPAIGN: Spark Hope is FPC s 3-year campaign to raise money and grow community partnerships for FPC s fire recovery. FPC is grateful for the generous contributions of businesses and individuals who have contributed toward FPC moving forward. From Manhattan Bagel to NYC Rugs to upcoming fundraising efforts, FPC excited to share the many ways businesses, civic organizations and individuals are contributing to help FPC Spark Hope! Upcoming Spark Hope Save the Dates: A.M.E. Children s Concert Saturday July 23, 7 p.m. Tickets are free and just come to the door that night. The children s A.M.E. (Angelos Mission Ensemble) Summer Music program is donating all proceeds from this upcoming concert to FPC s Spark Hope fundraising efforts for fire recovery. The benefit children s concert will be held at the Joy Christian Fellowship Church in Englewood NJ (70 West Ivy Lane, Englewood, NJ) on July 23rd 7 p.m. Tickets are free. There will be a silent auction and other fun raffle items and 100% of all money raised will be used as an offering to FPC. For more information about this great concert please Soo Bae AMEministry@gmail.com.

16 Get the New FPC App Watch the 90 Second Sermons, listen to past messages, check the church calendar, find out about Connect Groups even give online! Parents receive notifications with suggestions for faith-based family discussions. For Android or iphone just search Englewood Presbyterian in your app store. FIRST PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 150 EAST PALISADE AVENUE, ENGLEWOOD, NJ (201) * * * * * * * * ALL MEMBERS OF THE CHURCH - MINISTERS THE REVEREND RICHARD S. HONG - PASTOR THE REVEREND KELLIE ANDERSON-PICALLO - DIRECTOR OF MISSION STRATEGY DR. DAVID MACFARLANE - ORGANIST AND CHOIRMASTER DOROTHY VANDERWERF - DIRECTOR OF CARE MINISTRIES FELICIA ARRIGOITIA - FAMILY MINISTRIES COORDINATOR DANIELLE DE LAURENTIS - OFFICE MANAGER MARY STEVENS - BOOKKEEPER JOHN REYNOLDS - CUSTODIAN * * * * * * * *