Fort Street Presbyterian Church 631 W. Fort Street Detroit, MI Phone (313)

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1 9th Sunday after Pentecost July 26, 2015 Meditation before Worship We shall steer safely through every storm, so long as our heart is right, our intention fervent, our courage steadfast, and our trust fixed on God. St. Francis De Sales Fort Street Presbyterian Church 631 W. Fort Street Detroit, MI Phone (313)

2 Gathering the Community PRELUDE WELCOME Ray Staroscik Organist Dr. Bob Agnew CALL TO WORSHIP (Bold print indicates congregation s participation) Hedi Mulford God cares for us and all creation, not from a distance, but as an ever-active, loving presence. We pray believing we are heard, and that that God responds in love even before we ask. The storms of life cannot destroy our Savior's "Peace, be still." The God, who reminds us who we are in Christ, offers forgiveness for the past, strength for the present, and hope for the future. Let us worship the God mercy and kindness whose steadfast care endures forever. Great is the Lord and greatly to be praised. *HYMN # 463 (GTG) How Firm a Foundation (Vs. 1-3) This morning all hymns and songs can be found in the purple Glory to God (GTG) hymnals. We have limited copies of Glory to God, so they are given to worshippers as they enter the sanctuary. If you did not receive one, please contact an usher. We would also appreciate if you would return this hymnal (GTG) to the Narthex as you leave worship. *PRAYER OF CONFESSION Hedi Mulford Gracious God, we come to you as we are; people who know times of trouble and times when we are afraid. Some of us may even be in the midst of a raging storm, crying out for an awareness of your presence. We acknowledge how much easier it is to have faith when things are going well. Forgive us when our faith is weak, and when we fail to call upon you and to believe that you are the Lord of life. As Jesus calmed the wind and waves, still within us turbulent storms and fears. Help us to remember we are not alone, to find courage and strength amid the dark clouds of life, and to rise above them though Him who is our peace, Jesus Christ our Lord. *SILENT CONFESSION *THE ASSURANCE OF PARDON *RESPONSE SONG # 616 (GTG) Our God Is an Awesome God Our God is an awesome God who reigns from heaven above with wisdom, power, and love; our God is an awesome God! *SHARING THE PEACE The Peace of the Living Christ be with you. And also with you. Hedi Mulford 2

3 THE WORD SPECIAL TIME WITH THE CHILDREN HYMN FOR ILLUMINATION # 626 (GTG) As the Deer As the deer pants for the water, so my soul longs after you. You alone are my heart s desire, and I long to worship you. You alone are my strength, my shield; to you alone may my spirit yield. You alone are my heart s desire, and I long to worship you. FIRST READING: Psalms 107:1, Hedi Mulford (p.529 in pew Bibles) The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God ANTHEM Ray Staroscik SECOND READINGS: Mark 4:35-41; Isaiah 26:3-4 (pp.36-37, & 614 in pew Bibles) Dr. Bob Agnew The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God SERMON CALM AT THE CENTER Dr. Bob Agnew SERMON TEXT: Mark 4:39 He woke up and rebuked the wind, and said to the sea, Peace! Be still! Then the wind ceased, and there was a dead calm. THE RESPONSE *HYMN # 686 (GTG) God of Our Life (Vs.1 & 3) *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH (From A Brief Statement of Faith ) Hedi Mulford We trust in Jesus Christ, fully human, fully God. We trust in God, whom Jesus called Abba, Father. We trust in God the Holy Spirit, everywhere the giver and renewer of life. In a broken and fearful world the Spirit gives us courage to pray without ceasing, to witness among all peoples to Christ as Lord and Savior, With believers in every time and place, we rejoice that nothing in life or in death can separate us from the love of God in Christ Jesus our Lord. PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE 3

4 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, for ever. Amen. OFFERING OF THE GIFTS OF THE PEOPLE OFFERTORY. *DOXOLOGY # 606 (GTG) Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow 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. Ray Staroscik *PRAYER OF DEDICATION Hedi Mulford *HYMN # 329 (GTG) God Is Our Refuge and Our Strength (Vs.1-2) *COMMISSION Go forth to stand fearlessly in the face of the storms of life. In stillness or in storm, we will not panic but will trust in God s power. Jesus, who journeys with us, promises to give us peace, not as world knows, a peace that passes all understanding. Because God hears, we are called to listen. Because God cares, we are called to care. Because God acts, we are commissioned to share in Christ s mission to the world and to proclaim His peace. *BENEDICTION Ray Staroscik *POSTLUDE (If you wish to do so, we invite you to sit quietly and enjoy the postlude as part of your worship.) Organist *Please rise in body, mind, or spirit. Thank you for gathering with us for worship this morning. Following worship, there will be a coffee hour in the small dining area. Please join us! 4

5 Liturgist Sound Technician Videographer Worship Coordinator Officers on Duty Open Door Representative Hedi Mulford Mark Topping Randy Commissaris Pam Sharrow Bob Ponder Elizabeth Kershaw New Church Hours Fort Street has new church hours. The church offices will be open on Mondays from 8-3, Tues and Thursdays 8-5:00pm, Wednesday 8-7:00 p.m. Church offices will be closed on Fridays. Ushers are available to provide assistance with particular needs: Large Print Blue Hymnals Hearing Assist System Wheelchair Access Ramp Wheelchair Seating--locations available in the sanctuary Handicap Restroom--using elevator to second floor We are delighted that you are here! Visit the information and display tables in the narthex. Capable and loving nursery attendants are ready to care for little ones through age 4 during the service. Ask an usher for directions. A tape recording and CDs of today s service and/or previous services may be ordered in the Reception Office after $3.00 each. You may add to the beauty of our weekly worship by contributing a floral donation. Flowers are usually given in memory of or in honor of persons or events. Contact Pam Sharrow at Sharrow13@gmail.com. The church office will contact you for your floral dedication. Prayer List for the month of July 2015 Gabrielle Abrego, Don/Lois Bardwell, Lynne Bieniek, Derek/Maxine Bloodworth, Bettie Burton, Lorraine/Harrison Coleman, Jason Drakeford, Donald Gibb, Ben Henderson, Shannon Howard, Melanie Jackson, Geraldine Adams Jones, Valerie Kimbrough, Karen Marcil, Marilyn Moore, Cheryl Myers, Mary Jo/Jerry Naragon, Kathy Payne/family, Easter Ponder, Linda Throm, Ozi Uduma, and Nancy Wooke. Prayers for Military loved ones. CPL Christopher Whittaker-Bonner USMC, Lt. Harrison L Coleman USN, Jonathan Heyler USN, SSGT Shanell Howard USAF, Sgt. Christopher King, Maj. Michael Kurtti, USAF, Lt. Theo Moran USAF, Alta Morrison, Lt. Jon Palmer USA, Lt. Marty Palmer USA, Charles Andrew Parsons II USN, Major Michelle Ruehl AF, USMC Major Katy Spicer, USMC, Alexander Szelestey, USMC, Lt. Mark Webster. 5

6 FORT STREET STAFF: Judith Sheldon, Director of Christian Education; Ben Ogden, Director of Open Door; Edward Kingins, Music Director; Ray Staroscik, Organist; Lola JF Davidson, Secretary; Loretta Stanton, Wedding Coordinator; Kenneth McCoy, Building Engineer; Jerry Johnson, Aaron Nimmons, Building Support Staff, Donna Bryant, Greg Howell, Parking Security; Marilyn Moore, Karen Wright, Donlin Center Staff; Stacey Kershaw, Johnnie Hester, Cheryl Tarpley, Elizabeth Kershaw, Open Door Staff. Temporary Stated Supply Pastor: The Rev. Dr. Robert Agnew Pastor Emeritus: The Rev. Dr. Robert H. Crilley Web Site: Sun Mon Tue Wed 1 1:30 Staff mtg 7:00 Session mtg July 2015 Thu 2 Fri 3 Sat 4 5:30 p.m. AA 8:00 Al-Non 5 10a.m. Worship 1:30-3:30 Peace / Justice Event 6:30 p.m. NA 6 Closed for Holiday 7 8:30 Clothes Sort 12-2 Career Clst 8 1:30 Staff mtg No Meetings scheduled 9 11:30 Open Dr. Mtg 10 Closed 6:00 Wedding Rehearsal 11 10/3:00 Wedding 5:30 pm AA 8:00 Al-Non 12 10a.m. Worship 6:30 p.m. NA 13 Church Open 8-3 Starts 14 8:30 Clothes Sort 12-2 Career Clst 15 1:30 Staff mtg 6:00 Fiscal Op Closed 6:00 Wedding Rehearsal 18 4:00 Wedding 5:30 p.m. AA 8:00 Al-Non 19 10a.m. Worship 11:45 Worship Arts mtg :30 p.m. NA 20 Church Open :30 Clothes Sort 12-2 Career Clst 22 1:30Staff mtg 6:00 Personnel Closed 25 5:30 p.m. AA 8:00 Al-Non 26 10a.m. Worship 6:30 p.m. NA 27 Church Open :30 Clothes Sort 12-2 Career Clst 29 No meetings scheduled 30 6:00 Wedding Rehearsal 31 Closed 6

7 Fort Street News Week of July 26, 2015 MISSION STATEMENT Fort Street Presbyterian Church is an oasis in an urban environment, building a caring Christian community where diversity is celebrated and developing programs that minister to metropolitan Detroit and the world beyond. We do this in response to the grace of God through Jesus Christ, recognizing the truth of the Gospel: There is no longer Jew or Greek, there is no longer slave or free, there is no longer male or female; for all of us are one in Christ Jesus. MEMBER DIRECTORY UPDATES PLEASE! Has your address, cell phone number, address or family unit changed? The secretary is asking for updated personal information from our members and visitors. Please get any changes to the secretary at secretary@forstreet.org or place information on pew cards circling the new info. Thank you! The Lew Rockwell Scholarship Fund The Lew Rockwell Scholarship Fund was established by the family of Lew Rockwell to benefit members of Fort Street Presbyterian Church who are enrolled at Wayne State University in Detroit, Michigan. The endowment fund, which originated in 2010, has benefited "Fort Streeters" who are Wayne State University students and were awarded scholarships through this fund. Fort Street continues to be grateful to the Rockwell family for this generous initiative. To be eligible, applicants must be either presently attending Wayne State University or plan to in the near future please contact Lorraine Manos to learn about the Rockwell Memorial Scholarship Fund. Applications are due July 31st and will be awarded in August. Career Closet Need women's dress clothes, sizes 18 & up. Also need men s extra large dress clothes, shirts, size 18 and up, men s belts, men s cuff links, men s shoes, size 11 and all sizes. Women s Retreat July 31 August 2 It just wouldn t be summer without a relaxing weekend on the shore of Lake Huron! Join other women of Fort Street for a weekend away at the Jacksons cottages. The Port Austin farmer s market on Saturday morning, sunset walks to the big rock, campfire conversations, shared meals, the sun and the water are the best ways to relieve summer stress. Join us for good conversation and meaningful study. We want to hear from you Can you come? Can you help with some of the planning? Do you have questions? Call Nancy Jackson ( cell) ( work) ( home) Or nancymottershawjackson@gmail.com All this ice will definitely be melted off the beach by July 31 so join us for a dip in the lake!! THURSDAYS OPEN DOOR MEAL PROGRAM 9AM-11AM This program is open to the public. Between 8am and 9m, woman and elderly guests may shower. They may also receive a hygiene kit and use the clothing bank once a month. Between 9 and 11am, men may shower. They may also get a hygiene kit and use the clothing bank monthly. Guest seeking clothing and hygiene kits must present valid identification. Between 9 and 11am, a full hot meal is served. Guests may get a haircut, and consult with a social worker. Volunteers are welcome. Attendance for: July 19, 2015: 64 July 20, 2014: 57 MARRIAGE ANYONE, 2015/2016? Thinking of getting married? Want to get married at Fort Street? Contact the Wedding Coordinator, Loretta Stanton s cell phone number, The deadline for next week s bulletin is Tuesday, July 28 at 12:00 pm. 1 Flowers Reminder Contact the Worship and Arts Committee to purchase flowers for the sanctuary in honor of birthday celebrations, anniversaries, or in memory of a loved one the list is endless for God s grace. Pam Sharrow is the liaison, pamsharrow13@gmail.com. Tell her which Sunday in the year and what you want printed in the bulletin. You pick the color! Write a check for $50 and indicate worship and arts. We ll do the rest!

8 There will be games, food, fellowship and fun for everyone!! (including a cake bake-off - - please bring your prize entry -- horse shoes, card games, racing cars for the kids, checkers/chess, prizes for best...) We are asking each church to donate as follows for at least 60 people: 2