S e r vice fo r the Lord s Da y

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1 Frederick Buechner says, As everybody knows by now, Gospel means Good News. What is both Good and New about the Good News is the wild claim that Jesus did not simply tell us that God loves us even in our wickedness and folly and wants us to love each other the same way and to love him too, but that if we will let him, God will actually bring about this unprecedented transformation of our hearts himself. Brian McLaren says that the good news is that the kingdom of God is at hand. Striking of the Hour Welcome For I am not ashamed of the gospel. It is the power of God for salvation. Romans 1:16 S e r vice fo r the Lord s Da y October 9, 2016 Gathering Around the Word Prelude Chorale Prelude Johann Gottfried Walther Preserve Us, Lord, With Your Word We Rise in Spirit and in Body Call to Worship The Gospel is good news. God has provided a way to salvation for us all through the gift of Jesus Christ to the world. Jesus suffered for our sin, overcame death, and now offers a share of his triumph to us. The gospel is good news because it comes as a gift, not something we have to labor to earn. John 3:16; Romans 5:8-11; II Corinthians 5:14-19; Titus 2:11-14 Hymn 850 In a Deep, Unbounded Darkness DIVINUM MYSTERIUM John Calvin says The Gospel is a public exhibition of the Son of God manifested in the flesh, to deliver a ruined world, and to restore people from death to life. Call to Confession Prayer of Adoration and Confession Loving God, we begin our worship with deep sorrow for our sins. In this way, we hope to fulfill our Lord Christ s call to Repent and believe the gospel. Forgive us for the mistakes we have made. Forgive us for our selfishness. Forgive us for the hurtful things we have said and for not saying healing things. We fail in many ways: out of confusion, out of misunderstanding, because of anger, because of spite. Now assure us by your mercy. Help us to make a new way in the world, following Jesus Christ, in whose name we make this prayer. Amen. A Silence is observed for Personal Confession Declaration of Good News All sit Passing of the Peace By words and gestures, we share signs of peace and reconciliation.

2 At the beginning of Romans, Paul touches on several elements of the Gospel message: The connection to the scriptures, Jesus divine and human heritage, Jesus death and resurrection, his lordship, his grace, and the call to tell others. The Gospel reading connects the story of Jesus to the whole message of scripture. Prayer for Illumination Hearing the Word All Sit New Testament Reading Romans 1:1-5 [I am] Paul, a servant of Jesus Christ, called to be an apostle, set apart for the gospel of God, which he promised beforehand through his prophets in the holy scriptures, the gospel concerning his Son, who was descended from David according to the flesh and was declared to be Son of God with power according to the spirit of holiness by resurrection from the dead, Jesus Christ our Lord, through whom we have received grace and apostleship to bring about the obedience of faith among all the Gentiles for the sake of his name. Anthem Make Well In Your Name Walter L. Pelz Please Stand Gospel Reading Luke 24:13-15, Now on that same day two of them were going to a village called Emmaus, about seven miles from Jerusalem, and talking with each other about all these things that had happened. While they were talking and discussing, Jesus himself came near and went with them, but their eyes were kept from recognizing him. When he was at the table with them, he took bread, blessed and broke it, and gave it to them. Then their eyes were opened, and they recognized him; and he vanished from their sight. They said to each other, Were not our hearts burning within us while he was talking to us on the road, while he was opening the scriptures to us? That same hour they got up and returned to Jerusalem; and they found the eleven and their companions gathered together. They were saying, The Lord has risen indeed, and he has appeared to Simon! Then they told what had happened on the road, and how he had been made known to them in the breaking of the bread. All Sit #6 in a Series of Requested Sermons Sermon What Is the Gospel? Matthew Covington Responding to the Word All Stand Response Hymn 774 Now Is There A New Creation STUTTGART The Apostles Creed tells the story of God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit through a series of news-bulletin-like statements. The Gospel is Good News. Affirmation of Faith The Apostles Creed I believe in God, the Father Almighty, the 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 arose 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. Prayers of the People and the Lord s Prayer Offering

3 Offertory God Speaks to Me Dorothy Ackermann Zoeckler Jason Fox, baritone All Stand Doxology 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 Bearing and Following the Word into the Created World Closing Hymn 545 Lord, Bid Your Servant Go in Peace LAND OF REST Benediction Postlude Fugue in G minor Johann Sebastian Bach WELCOME VISITORS! We invite you to pick up visitor s information on your way out. Ushers will be standing by to help you find the information. Always know that a cordial greeting is extended by ministers, officers, and congregation. Donate Online: We have recently set up the church website to accept online donations. Just go to the website below and fill out the simple form. Donations can also be made from your smart phone. You can also scan the QR code, left. online-donations/ The Presbyterian Church Staff Pastor Organist, Pastoral Assistant Choir Director Financial Administrator Director of Christian Education Treasurer Secretary Director, Preschool Learning Center Custodian Children s Music Sunday Sexton College Intern Clerk of Session Dr. Matthew W. Covington Thomas N. Moody Dr. Wayne Pope Richard Barefoot Leslee Kirkconnell Steve Moore Cheryl Gregory Dana Patterson Cedric Whitney Ellie Osborne Stuart Kernohan Michael Spencer James Harris Our Church Elders: Gary Ahrendt, Franklin Berry, Pam Bratcher, Charlie Capito, Nancy English, Sam Evans, Jim Harris, Fred Higgins, Brad Howard, Bobby Rabold, Julia Roberts, Diane Simmons, Margaret Stein, Larry Warden, Denny Wedge Our Church Deacons: Karol Ahmed, Barbara Brindle, Peggy Carthrae, Shannon Dyche, Kim Ferguson, Larry Gildersleeve, Kelly Goad, Sheryl Goad, Cathey Green, Wayne Hendrix, Ann Rudolph Humphrey Frederica Kernohan, Nathan Love, Marilyn Mattingly, Charlotte Prow, Kevin Reber, Ken Royse, Janet Schwarzkopf, Debbie Trickey, Judy Whitson The Presbyterian Church, 1003 State Street, Bowling Green, KY

4 Announcements USHERS: The Thomison and Polen families LECTOR: Frederica Kernohan ACOLYTE: Nate Stein SANCTUARY COMMITTEE: Charles Reid and Barbara Howell MEDIA PERSONNEL: Stuart Kernohan NURSERY ATTENDANTS: Alisia Mosley and Kimberly Watkins LIBRARIAN: Arnie Petrus, LECTIONARY FOR SUNDAY, October 16: Jeremiah 31:27 34; Psalm 119:97 104; 2 Timothy 3:14 4:5; Luke 18:1 8. FLOWERS AT THE COMMUNION TABLE are given in memory of Wanda Ferguson and in sympathy to the Ferguson family. LAST SUNDAY, the total amount received from the Peace and Global Witness Peacemaking offering was $ Also, at the September Missions Auction, the total amount raised was $2, We thank all who participated in these programs for their support. NEW PIPE SCREEN Worshipers will notice a newly installed screen above the pipes. It is a lovely visual addition to the organ case. More will be described in next Sunday s bulletin. The gift was given in memory of James G. Hines. CULTIVATING THE CHRISTIAN LIFE BEGINNING SUNDAY OCTOBER 16, the Rev. Dr. Matthew Covington will be leading the Christian Thought Class (Conference Room) at 9:30am. He will help us understand our Reformed theological heritage by looking at the Catechism that was written in the 1990s. All are welcome to join the class! Calendar Sunday, October 9 8:30 a.m. Coffee/Fellowship 9:00 a.m. Children s Music 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:30 a.m. Worship 6:00 p.m. Youth Group Monday, October 10 11:30 a.m. Circle 9 7:00 p.m. Study Class Tuesday, October 11 9:15 a.m. PLC Parents meeting 11:00 a.m. Special Care 2:00 p.m. Staff Meeting 7:00 p.m. Evening Circle 7:00 p.m. Sunny 16 Camera Club Wednesday, October 12 9:15 a.m. Wed. Morning Circle 9:30 a.m. Circle 6 7:00 p.m. Chancel Choir Thursday, October 13 7:00 p.m. Theology Pub Friday, October 14 10:30 a.m. Contemplative Prayers 5:00 p.m. Gallery Hop THERE IS STILL TIME! If you did not have a chance to give toward the Peace and Global Witness Offering, you may do so-simply mark your check 'peacemaking,' and put in the offering plate. 25% of your gift will stay with our church for local peacemaking efforts. WHAT ARE OUR CHILDREN LEARNING? Our preschool and older elementary children are learning about God's grace in the story of Exodus 15, when the Israelites celebrate their rescue from the Egyptians and sing and dance with Miriam. Our Kindergarten-3 rd graders hear the story of Creation from Genesis 1:1-2:3 and how God made our wonderful world. PARENTS OF PRESCHOOLERS! Join us Tuesday October 11 at 9:15am in the Children's Library. We'll enjoy light refreshments and warm conversation. Child care for preschoolers not in class that day (all preschool parents welcome, whether or not enrolled at PLC!). We'll be done by 10:00am. THERE WILL BE AN ELDER WAITING IN THE LADIES PARLOR BEFORE AND AFTER THE WORSHIP SERVICE. They want to hear from you. They want there to be an exchange of ideas. An elder is available for conversations on any subject all week if you wish to call. FELLOWSHIP THE FALL FESTIVAL AND BLESSING OF THE PETS will be October 30, beginning at 4:30pm. Pets and children can wear costumes! Fun Fall activities planned by our Youth will be in Fellowship Hall. Please bring a donation for the Humane Society - pet food, cleaning supplies etc. DONATIONS NEEDED for our Fall Festival! We need bags of individually wrapped candy and plain cupcakes or sugar cookies (for decorating). We will also need several bags of apples. Please bring to the office (baked goods should be brought not earlier than the Friday before).

5 Announcements (continued) GAME NIGHT! Fun Fall Theme on Friday October 28, 6:00pm in Fellowship Hall. Bring finger food appetizer to share and any board games you wish to play. We'll have lots of games to try and someone to teach. All ages welcome - come when you can, leave when you must. See Glenn or Leslee Kirkconnell with questions. DO YOU HAVE A 'SECRET' CHILI RECIPE? We need you! On Sunday November 13 following worship the Youth are sponsoring a Chili Cook Off and Bake sale to raise funds for next summer's Montreat trip. We need chili chefs to bring their best pots of chili and the congregation will get to try and vote on the 'best' Presbyterian chili through donations. We'll also have a bake sale and will need wrapped baked goods. Plan to join us and enjoy good food and fellowship and support a great cause! THE GORDONEERS will not have a meeting in October. Plan to join us in November for the next gathering. ARTS OUR CURRENT ART EXHIBIT features the Sunny 16 Camera Club s photography work. Stop by Fellowship Hall today and see the newest show. This exhibit will run through October 13 th. The next exhibit coming in will feature art by the youth of Warren County schools. A Gallery Hop will take place on Friday evening, October 14 from 5-8pm in Fellowship Hall. MISSIONS 3 CENTS-A-MEAL OFFERING will be collected in worship on Sunday October 30. Our children will come through the congregation to collect your offering of coins and bills. One third of our gifts benefits our Food Pantry and the remainder helps hungry people through the Presbyterian Hunger Program. If each person set aside 3 cents per meal, that is $2.70 per month. A small amount with enormous impact. We will collect the offering quarterly during worship and every time we share food in Fellowship Hall. If you wish to 'catch up' for the year, it is $27.00 per person. IN RESPONSE TO THE HURRICANE that has impacted the Caribbean and the US, Presbyterian Disaster Assistance welcomes gifts to help in relief efforts. You can give through the church - please put Disaster Relief-PDA in the memo line. You can also give directly online at Your funds will go where most needed. Please know that Presbyterian Disaster Assistance has a strong record of careful stewardship of your funds - very little is needed for overhead, so more of your gifts help people in need. Thank you for your generosity and please keep those affected by this storm in your prayers. THE BUCK IN A BASKET offering for the last quarter of 2016 will go to HOTEL, Inc. THE CHURCH FOOD PANTRY provided food sacks to 77 people requesting assistance in the month of July. Drawers are available under the lobby stairs for food donations for our pantry. We thank all who help to contribute to this ministry. YOUTH MINISTRY CAMP LOUCON Registration for our Retreat is open. We'll gather with youth from around the presbytery from November 4-6 for a weekend of worship, learning and fellowship. All 6th-12th grade youth are included. Forms are on our website or in the office. See Leslee Kirkconnell with questions. SUNDAY YOUTH FELLOWSHIP meets this evening at 6pm for dinner, fun and study. Confirmation Class is on break and will resume next Sunday. COLLEGE MINISTRY THEOLOGY PUB for college students meets Thursdays at 7:00pm at Mellow Mushroom. PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN CIRCLES The SUNDAY MORNING CIRCLE will meet Sunday, October 9 at 9:45am. CIRCLE 9 will meet on Monday, October 10th at 11:30am. The TUESDAY EVENING CIRCLE will meet on Tuesday, October 11th at 7:00pm. The WEDNESDAY MORNING CIRCLE will meet on Wednesday, October 12th at 9:15am in the youth room. CIRCLE 6 will meet on Wednesday, October 12th at 9:30am at the home of June Rose Garrott (150 Lost River Ln.). FELLOWSHIP THE FRIDAY CONTEMPLATIVE PRAYER GROUP meets at 10:30am on Fridays at the church. All are welcome! We express sympathy to Lloyd Ferguson for the death of his sister Wanda Ferguson, who died October 2, 2016.