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

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1 FOURTH SUNDAY AFTER EPIPHANY January 29, 2017 Spiritual strength is a hidden power. It is God's breath within us, giving us forgiveness for the past, strength for the present, and hope for the future. With that strength we press forward to be who we are called to be, to face whatever comes, to build God s kingdom on earth, and to enter the very blessedness of God in Jesus Christ. Fort Street Presbyterian Church 631 W. Fort Street Detroit, MI Phone (313)

2 Gathering the Community PRELUDE Sonata No. 2 in C Minor Felix Mendelssohn Grave; Adagio Marilyn Biery, Music Director /Organist WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS Dr. Bob Agnew CALL TO WORSHIP Come Lord Jesus that we may find You around us, within us, and among us. We come seeking the truth by which to live, and to learn how to share love, peace, and hope with the world. Come as sojourners in faith, and secure in the knowledge we never travel alone. We come seeking strength for the present, the courage to venture forth to do justice, to show kindness, to walk humbly with God, and to witness to God's future breaking in. To God be the glory! *HYMN # 267 Come Christians, Join to Sing MADRID *PRAYER OF CONFESSION All knowing God, we long to be among those who know your transforming, saving power, who learn to live a truly blessed life, and who meet you in the simple and commonplace. When we fail to heed Jesus' teachings that lead to life, Lord have mercy. When we become so bewildered and afraid that we doubt our worth, Christ have mercy. When we fail to find our place in your creation, Lord have mercy. Raise us out of guilt into the freedom and energy of a forgiven people empowered to serve. Grant us peace and draw us into the future toward the new world you are creating through Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. *SILENT CONFESSION *THE ASSURANCE OF PARDON *RESPONSE SONG # 616 Our God is an Awesome God AWESOME GOD *SHARING THE PEACE The Peace of the Living Christ be with you. And also with you. 2

3 THE WORD SONG FOR ILLUMINATION # 626 As the Deer AS THE DEER OLD TESTAMENT LESSON: Micah 6:1-8 (p. 816 in pew Bibles) The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. SOLO I Will Sing New Songs of Gladness Antonín Dvořák from Biblical Songs, Op. 99 No. 5 Leslie Douglass Mason, soprano I will sing new songs of gladness, I will sing Jehovah s praises upon a ten-stringed psaltery. Every day will I extol thee, and will bless thy holy name. Great is God and great is his mercy; who shall tell of all his greatness? Who shall his power declare? My song shall be of praise and honor, and of thy glorious acts, thy works are wonderful, past our knowing, yea, we shall tell of thy great kindness, and of thy wondrous might, and my voice shall proclaim aloud thy glory. NEW TESTAMENT LESSON: Matthew 5:1-12 (p.4 in pew Bibles) The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. SERMON THE BEATITUDES REVISITED Dr. Bob Agnew SERMON TEXT: When Jesus saw the crowds, he went up the mountain; and after he sat down, his disciples came to him. The he began to speak. (Matthew 5:1-2a) THE RESPONSE *HYMN # 749 Come! Live in the Light! WE ARE CALLED *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH (Confession of Belhar) We believe in one holy, universal Christian church, the communion of saints called from the entire human family. We believe, that Christ's work of reconciliation is made manifest in the church as the community of believers who have been reconciled with God and with one another; that unity is, therefore, both a gift and an obligation for the church of Jesus Christ; that this unity of the people of God must be manifested and be active in a variety of ways: in that we love one another; that we experience, practice and pursue community with one another; that we are obligated to give ourselves willingly and joyfully to be of benefit and blessing to one another; and that we share one faith, and have one calling. To the one and only God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, be the honor and the glory for ever and ever. CELEBRATIONS AND CONCERNS 3

4 PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE 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. OFFERING OF THE PLEDGES AND GIFTS OF THE PEOPLE OFFERTORY Hear My Prayer, O Lord Antonín Dvořák from the Biblical Songs Op. 99, No. 6 Hear my prayer O Lord, give ear unto my cry! Thou art my refuge and my hope, thou shalt tread down my enemies. I will dwell forever in thy tents, and hide in the shadow of thy wings. Lord! Thou art indeed my God, yea, I will seek thee early. My soul is faint, my body longeth after thee, in a barren desert where there is no water. Now I will bless thee daily and lift my hands in prayer and adoration, yea, my lips shall praise thee all my life long. *OFFERTORY RESPONSE # 647 Give Thanks GIVE THANKS Give thanks with a grateful heart; give thanks to the Holy One; give thanks because we re given Jesus Christ, the Son. And now let the weak say, We are strong ; let the poor say, We are rich because of what the Lord has done for us! Give thanks. Give thanks. *PRAYER OF DEDICATION *HYMN # 307 God of Grace and God of Glory CWM RHONDDA *CHARGE AND BENEDICTION *POSTLUDE Sonata No 2 in C Minor Felix Mendelssohn Allegro maestoso e vivace; Fuga, Allegro moderato (If you wish to do so, we invite you to sit quietly and enjoy the postlude as part of your worship.) *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 Organist/Music Director Soloist Liturgist Sound Tech Worship Coordinator Marilyn Biery Leslie Douglass Mason Twiler French Beth Brown Ushers are available to provide assistance with particular needs: Hearing Assist System Wheelchair Access Ramp Wheelchair Seating--locations available in the sanctuary Handicap Restroom--use elevator to second floor We are delighted that you are here! Visit the information and display tables in the narthex. During the worship service, child care is provided for children through age 4. Ushers can provide directions. Children of all ages are encouraged to participate in Sunday School, which follows the Children's Message. A Christian Education staff member will lead the children downstairs. Parents may pick them up after worship. For additional information about our Sunday School program, please contact Judith Sheldon at firstcircleinc@sbcglobal.net. or Nancy Jackson at nancymottershawjackson@gmail.com. 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 January 2017 Gabrielle Abrego, Don and Lois Bardwell, Lynne Bieniek, Lorraine and Harrison Coleman, Geraldine Adams Jones, Valorie Kimbrough, The Lorimer family, The Millhench family, Kathy Payne and family, Jane Petrie, Richard and Suellen Sale. Prayers for Military Loved Ones. (We are seeking to update our Military Roll. Please contact the church office with any changes.) Lt. Harrison L Coleman USN; Jonathan Heyler USN; SSgt Shanell Howard USAF; Maj. Michael Kurtti USAF; Capt. Theo Moran USAF; Major Katy Spicer USMC; Lt. Mark Webster USAF. FORT STREET STAFF: Alison Grosch, Operations Manager; Judith Sheldon, Director of Christian Education; John Glover, Director of Open Door; Marilyn Biery, Director of Music/Organist; Edward Kingins, Director of Music Emeritus; Lola JF Davidson, Secretary; Loretta Stanton, Wedding Coordinator; Jerry Johnson, Building Engineer; Damien Hines, Custodian; Karen Wright, Donlin Center Staff. Temporary Stated Supply Pastor: The Rev. Dr. Robert Agnew pastor@fortstreet.org Pastor Emeritus: The Rev. Dr. Robert H. Crilley Web Site: 5

6 Fort Street News 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. Sun 29 11:00am. Worship, 5 11:00am. Worship Mon Tue :00 Session :00 Fiscal Op. mtg :00 Deacons mtg 6:30 Personnel :00am. Worship, (Communion) Celebration Sunday :00am. Worship 12:15 PJ & M mtg 20 Wed Thu 2 7:30 Chorale Rehearsal Sat 4 9 7:30 Chorale Rehearsal :30 Open Dr. Mtg 7:30 Chorale Rehearsal 23 7:30 Chorale Rehearsal 26 11:00am. Worship Fri 17 The count volunteers who total up the Sunday offering would appreciate it if check writers could fill out a pew envelope and use it to enclose your check. We use these envelopes as documentation to back up details of our deposit record. If you don't fill one out at the time of contribution, a volunteer must write one for you. The envelope also allows you to show precisely how your contribution is to be applied to our various funds. We thank you for your faithful giving and for your help in assuring that it is counted correctly Join us for our Annual 5th Sunday Annual GETTING MARRIED IN Thinking of getting married? Want to get married at Fort Street? Contact the Wedding Coordinator, Loretta Stanton, Jan/feb. Please Use Envelopes for Sunday Check Contributions 11 Following Worship.

7 Music at Fort Street The Fort Street Chorale Registration for the spring concert has begun! On Sunday, May 7, 2017 at 3 pm, the Fort Street Chorale and Chamber Orchestra will present a concert titled Songs of Hope and Promise featuring the Missa Brevis in C (Coronation Mass) K 317 by W.A. Mozart, and other pieces by Mozart, César Franck and Marilyn and James Biery. The first rehearsal is Thursday, February 2 at 7:30 in the Great Hall. To register and for more information, visit fortstreet.org/music/fort-street-chorale or contact Marilyn Biery at musicdirector@fortstreet.org or at her phone extension, (313) x 111. Black History Month at Fort Street February s music will highlight music by African American composers during the organ preludes and postludes as well as the solos sung by Leslie Douglass Mason and Emery Stephens; we will also explore the congregational spirituals found in our new hymnal. Information will be included in the bulletin about the composers and the origins of the music, to guide our appreciation of this rich resource of music and musicians. Fort Street Presbyterian Church 631 W. Fort Street Detroit MI /