I was a stranger and you welcomed me. --MATT. 25:35. SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY July 15, th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m.

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1 I was a stranger and you welcomed me. --MATT. 25:35 SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY July 15, th Sunday after Pentecost 10:00 a.m.

2 WELCOME. We re glad to gather together as a community of faith today. No matter where you are on the journey of faith, you are welcome here, to join in worship and service. All are invited to a time of refreshment and conversation immediately following worship in St. Andrews Hall (down the steps outside the sanctuary, and to the left). If you are new to this community of faith, we rejoice in your presence with us. Remember, we re not strangers, but rather friends who journey together, following the Lord Jesus Christ. Please turn off all cellular phones and watch alarms during worship. Please refrain from using flash photography during the worship service. Leadership at Lewinsville Ruling Elders Clerk of Session: Tim Dokken Treasurer: Liz Stevens Lois Dokken Steve Becker Lori Mabus Jim Edmondson Elaine Guth Clay McConnell David Foster Rob Hunter Ryan Ramsey Bettie McElroy Harriet Neldon Jody Ransom Deacons/*Denotes Stephen Leader Diane Alden Andrew Borene Banafshe Aghvami Emily Foster (Moderator) Verna Chenault (Secretary) Carolyn Fisk Janet Kohlenberger Sharon Gamble Libby McConnell Dong Lee Janie Waldrop Sally McKeown Rick Neldon Pat Matheson* Wendy Maiwurm* Karen Siple* HEARING ASSISTANCE devices are available from the ushers or the audio/video console at the rear of the sanctuary. PILLOWS are available in the coat room, just outside the narthex, to help make the pew more comfortable during worship. Feel free to borrow a pillow and return it after worship. MISS A WORSHIP SERVICE? Sermons are posted every week on our website, DVD recordings of worship services are also archived in the Library. Feel free to check them out any time. INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE ABOUT LEWINSVILLE CHURCH? Visit the web page or call the church office. NOTES FOR WORSHIP: GG Glory to God The Presbyterian Hymnal Renew! - Renew! Hymnal (grey) OT - Pew Bible Old Testament NT - Pew Bible New Testament

3 T HE LEWINSVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH S ERVICE FOR THE L ORD S DAY July 15, :00 a.m. * If you are able, please stand Latecomers seated G ATHERING WELCOME PRELUDE Organ Symphony No. 5, Op. 42 No. 1 Mvt. IV Adagio C.M. Widor * CALL TO WORSHIP We have been called to walk the faithful road and to choose the way of God s justice. We are here because we believe strongly that our God is good, and that we live in that goodness. We are here to proclaim our faith and to seek direction along this faith journey. Come together then, to be God s people. Follow Christ and listen for the good things that God has done. Rise up in praise and thanksgiving! We will share with others the goodness that we have found in God. May our own lives be an expression of that goodness. * HYMN Praise Ye the Lord, the Almighty GG 35 CALL TO CONFESSION PRAYER OF CONFESSION Silence LOBE DEN HERREN Gracious God, so often we have allowed the skeptics and the critics of this world to intimidate us and keep us from showing forth the joy we feel in our hearts because you have called us and touched our lives. Forgive us for our timidity, Lord, and help us to join with our ancestor, King David, in boldly and honestly living our faith for all to see, and celebrating your love in our lives. In Christ we pray, Amen.

4 CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Lord, Have Mercy upon Us RENEW! 85 Lord, have mercy upon us. Christ, have mercy upon us. Lord, have mercy upon us. ASSURANCE OF FORGIVENESS Friends, hear and believe the good news that comes from God. In Jesus Christ we are forgiven! * RESPONSE Gloria, gloria GG 583 Unison: Gloria, gloria, in excelsis Deo! Gloria, gloria, alleluia, alleluia! Canon: Lectern side begins, then Pulpit side Unison: Gloria, gloria, in excelsis Deo! Gloria, gloria, alleluia, alleluia! * THE PEACE The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you. Greet those around you, saying Peace be with you or The Peace of Christ If you prefer not to shake hands in greeting while passing the Peace of Christ, you may choose to make eye contact and greet others in another personal way. T HE W ORD CHILDREN S MEDITATION During the summer months of June and July, children age 4 grade 6 are invited to exit the sanctuary after the Children s Message for activities that will present the stories about the shepherd boy who became King: David! The children will return to the sanctuary following the sermon for the conclusion of worship. PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION 2

5 SCRIPTURE Psalm 24 OT p Samuel 6:1-5, 12b-19 OT p. 280 The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God! SERMON Dancing With All Our Might Rev. Scott Ramsey * HYMN Lift Up the Gates Eternal GG 364 GILU HAGALILIM * AFFIRMATION OF FAITH 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. PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE 3

6 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. T HANKSGIVING THE SHARING OF OUR LIVES THROUGH OUR GIFTS OFFERTORY Now Thank We All Our God arr. Michael Rosewall PRESENTATION OF OUR TITHES AND GIFTS * CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE Praise God, from Whom All Blessings Flow GG 607 Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; praise Christ all people here below; praise Holy Spirit evermore; praise Triune God, whom we adore. Amen. * PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING S ENDING * HYMN Seek Ye First GG 175 * CHARGE AND BENEDICTION LAFFERTY * DISMISSAL Go in peace to love and serve the Lord. Thanks be to God! 4

7 POSTLUDE Prelude in C Major BWV 541 J.S. Bach The pastor will be in the narthex to greet you following worship. 5

8 A NNOUNCEMENTS FOR THE W EEK OF J ULY 15, 2018 Our loving sympathy and prayers are extended to Betty Palmer and family on the death of her husband of 72 years, Roy Palmer, on July 7. Details of a memorial service will be announced when arrangements are confirmed. ***WITHIN OUR PRAYERS*** Help carry one another s burden, and in this way you will obey the law of Christ. Galatians 6:2 ALL NAMES ON THE PRAYER LIST HAVE BEEN REMOVED FOR PRIVACY REASONS. THE PRINTED ANNOUNCEMENTS INCLUDED IN THE BULLETIN ON SUNDAY MORNINGS CONTAINS THE COMPLETE LIST. The weekly prayer list includes those members and friends of the church family who are in a short-term temporarily serious or critical situation. Please remember in your prayers all those listed. Names placed on the weekly list will be removed after six weeks unless the church office is requested otherwise. We need your help to keep our prayer lists accurate and current. Please refer to the website, for further information on activities. THANK YOU TO THE FOUNDATION We are pleased to report that on July 1 the Lewinsville Foundation made a $35,000 grant to the Church to be used for other than normal operating expenses. The Session, as recommended by the Finance Committee and the Management Ministry Group, approved placing these funds in the Church s Maintenance Reserve Fund. THE SEARCH FOR A NEW INTERIM YOUTH COORDINATOR - has begun to succeed Elizabeth Steel who is headed to Princeton Seminary in the fall. Details can be found on the church website If you know someone who might be interested, please share this information with them or contact the search committee chair, Linda Bender. BLOOD DRIVE JULY 22 - sign up on the web page, Give the gift of life! 6

9 BACKPACK DRIVE FOR SECOND STORY - Our collection drive for backpacks of school supplies begins TODAY and runs through August 5 th. There s a collection box in St. Andrews Hall. Second Story needs your help to provide backpacks of school supplies to youth and teens in our community. Let s help them be ready for a productive year of school. Each backpack must include all of the following supplies. Please help if you can. One medium-to-large backpack for boys or girls Lined notebook paper A spiral notebook or Composition book Pens and Pencils A pencil pouch or holder Crayons, scissors, and glue sticks SUMMER MOVIE NIGHT - JULY 25, 6:30P.M, FELLOWSHIP HALL - Inspired by the story of P.T. Barnum, the film follows the visionary who rose from nothing to create a mesmerizing spectacle. The Greatest Showman is an original musical that celebrates the birth of show business & tells of the man who created a spectacle that became a worldwide sensation. Hugh Jackman leads an all-star cast in this bold and original musical filled with infectious show stopping performances that will bring you to your feet time and time again. Bring a comfortable chair, a friend, and join us for hot dogs, cotton candy, cracker jacks, popcorn, and fun under the Big Top. Rated: PG 7

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12 CALENDAR FOR THE WEEK OF JULY 8, 2018 SUNDAY, JULY 15 9:00am Youth Director Search Committee Library 10:00am Service of Worship Sanctuary Rev. Scott Ramsey preaching 11:15am Adult/Youth Sermon Discussion Library 3:00pm Better Angels - Chapel MONDAY, JULY 16 9:00am Exercise Group Fellowship Hall 10:00am Prayer Shawl Ministry Chapel 12:30pm Music Search Committee Library 1:00pm Worship at Lewinsville Retirement Residence 6:30pm Pastor Nominating Committee Chapel 7:00pm Stewardship Committee - Library TUESDAY, JULY 17 8:00am VICPP Breakfast Chapel 7:00pm Session meeting Chapel WEDNESDAY, JULY 18 11:30am Bible Study Chapel 12:00pm Tysons Interfaith Balls Hill Police Station 2:00pm Worship at Chesterbrook Residences THURSDAY, JULY 19 9:00am Exercise Group Fellowship Hall FRIDAY, JULY 20 SATURDAY, JULY 22 SUNDAY, JULY 23 9:00am Youth Director Search Committee Library 10:00am Service of Worship Sanctuary David Morrison preaching 11:15am Adult/Youth Sermon Discussion Library 5:30pm Sunday ChristCare 10

13 MINISTERS INTERIM PASTOR STATED SUPPLY PASTOR INTERIM DIRECTOR OF MUSIC MINISTRIES DIRECTOR OF HANDBELLS ASSISTANT MUSICIAN DIRECTOR OF CHRISTIAN EDUCATION INTERIM YOUTH MINISTER COORDINATOR MUSIC MINISTRY LAY READER GREETER CLERK OF SESSION TREASURER DUTY ELDER DUTY DEACON The Entire Congregation of Lewinsville Church The Reverend Scott Ramsey The Reverend Stephany Crosby John Nothaft Laura Hinton Laura Marchisotto Allison Lineberger Elizabeth Steel Evan Ayers Paul Phillips Irene Foster Tim Dokken Liz Stevens David Foster Banafshe Aghvami MISSION CO-WORKERS Brian and Helen Chapaitis, Papua New Guinea Andrew and Ellen Collins, Thailand Frank and Nancy Dimmock, Louisville, KY CHURCH STAFF CHURCH ADMINISTRATOR FINANCIAL MANAGER CHURCH OFFICE MANAGER FACILITIES MANAGER PASTOR EMERITUS PARISH ASSOCIATE Bob Clark Jeanne Melone Sandy Albrecht Steven Kirkland The Reverend Gary G. Pinder The Reverend Dr. Susan Kendall LEWINSVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 1724 Chain Bridge Road ~ McLean, Virginia ~~ FAX ~~ INFO LINE Donate now or text