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

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1 SIXTH SUNDAY OF EASTER May 21, 2017 They who have my commandments and keep them are those who love me; and those who love me will be loved by my Father, and I will love them and reveal myself to them. John 14:21 Fort Street Presbyterian Church 631 W. Fort Street Detroit, MI Phone (313)

2 SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY Sixth Sunday of Easter May 21, 2017 WE ASSEMBLE IN GOD S NAME PRELUDE Neil Eisenstein Guest pianist WELCOME AND ANNOUNCEMENTS CALL TO WORSHIP Some have worshiped unknown gods, in temples made by human hands. We worship the living God, the maker of heaven and earth. Some have searched the whole world to find direction in their lives. We worship the One who is here, revealed to us in Jesus Christ. Pastor Neeta R. Nichols *HYMN # 439 O My Soul, Bless Your Redeemer STUTTGART *PRAYER OF CONFESSION Pastor Nichols Loving God, we do not always keep your commandments; we fail to love you; our conscience is not clear. Wash us in the water of life that we may live again through the grace and mercy of Jesus, our resurrected Savior. *SILENT CONFESSION *DECLARATION OF GOD S FORGIVENESS Hear the Good News In the name of Jesus Christ, we are forgiven! Thanks be to God. Alleluia! Amen. *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE # 591 Halle, Halle, Hallelujah HALLE, HALLE (Refrain only) *SHARING OF CHRIST S PEACE Since God has forgiven us in Christ, we too should forgive one another. The Peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. And also with you. (Exchange signs of Christ s peace with those worshipping with you.) 2

3 WE LISTEN FOR GOD S WORD CHILDREN S MESSAGE PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION NEW TESTAMENT LESSON: Acts:17:22-33 (p.129 in pew Bibles) The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. EPISTLE LESSON 1 Peter 3:13-22 (p. 220 in pew Bibles) The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. GOSPEL LESSON John 14:15-21 (p.103 in pew Bibles) Pastor Nichols The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. SERMON ALL YOU NEED IS.. Pastor Neeta R. Nichols *HYMN # 700 I m Gonna Live So God Can Use Me I M GONNA LIVE *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH Let us say what we believe using these words from the Confession of Obedience to Jesus Christ alone identifies the one universal church and supplies the continuity of its tradition. This obedience is the ground of the church s duty and freedom to reform itself in life and doctrine as new occasions, in God s providence, may demand. WE GIVE THANKS TO GOD CELEBRATIONS AND CONCERNS Pastor Nichols 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. RECOGNITION OF GRADUATES Emma Hintzen Kristian Wright Bassey Owe 3

4 OFFERING OF THE PLEDGES AND GIFTS OF THE PEOPLE OFFERTORY *OFFERTORY RESPONSE # 606 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. OLD HUNDREDTH *PRAYER OF THANKS WE GO FORTH IN GOD S NAME *HYMN # 366 Love Divine, All Loves Excelling Hyfrydol *CHARGE AND BLESSING POSTLUDE (The postlude is offered as an instrumental prayer, not a performance. You are invited to remain seated; if you wish to depart, please do so quietly, remembering those who are still worshipping.) *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! About today s musicians: We welcome Neill Eisenstein, pianist, who is substituting for Marilyn Biery. Marilyn is playing a hymn festival at Grosse Pointe Memorial Church this morning. Mr. Eisenstein studied in Boston at Berklee College (Bachelor of music) and the New England Conservatory (Master of music). Mr. Eisenstein spent several years in Germany performing recitals and teaching. Returning to Detroit, he has given well-received concerts with the Rochester Symphony, at the Detroit Institute of Arts, the Center for Creative Studies, and the Macomb Center for the Performing Arts. He also completed a national tour as pianist and actor in The Phantom of the Opera. 4

5 Guest Pianist Liturgist Sound Tech Worship Coordinator Neil Eisenstein Twiler French Kalu Uduma 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 May 2017 Gabrielle Abrego, Don and Lois Bardwell, Lynne Bieniek, Bobbie Edwards and family, the Henderson family, Iola Jackson, Geraldine Adams Jones, Valorie Kimbrough, The McCloskey family, Kathy Payne and family, Jane Petrie, Lucas and Richard Stump, and Larry Tierney. Prayers for Military Loved Ones. (We are seeking to update our Military Roll. Please contact the church office with any changes.) 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. Transitional Pastor Pastor Neeta R. Nichols 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. The church returns to its summer schedule time change 10:00am, Sunday, June 4, 2017 until after Labor Day, Sunday, September 10,2017. Mark your calendar! Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat :00pm Session 4 6:30pm Chorale Council mtg :30am Worship Choir 9:45am Adult Ed 11:00am Worship 12:30pm Worship Arts mtg (Upper Rm) :15pm Bible Study w/peter Henry :00am FSPC Riverwalk Bike Ride 14 9:30am Worship Choir 9:45am Adult Ed. 11:00am Worship, (Baptism & Communion) (Celebration Sunday) :30am Open Dr. mtg 11:30-1:00pm Volunteer Appreciate Day 6:30pm Chorale Council Potluck :45am Adult Ed 11:00am Worship 12:00pm Coffee Hour in honor of our Graduates :00pm Deacons 6:00pm Fiscal Op. 6:30pm Personnel :00pm Wedding Rehearsal 27 3:00pm Wedding 6:00pm Wedding Rehearsal 28 9:30am Worship Choir 11:00am Worship 4:30pmWedding 29 Memorial Day may

7 FORT STREET CHURCH Invites its neighbors for a Jazzy Strawberry Festival 11:30 a.m.- 1 p.m. Sunday, June 11, 2017 Enjoy the jazz ensemble performing on the steps of the church along with ~ FRESH STRAWBERRY SHORTCAKE WITH DELICIOUS WHIPPED CREAM OR VANILLA ICE CREAM Come and support this Deacons Fundraiser ($5 suggested, any donation gratefully accepted) 631 W. FORT DETROIT MI corner of Fort and Third Congratulations to our Graduates Bazi Owe (bahzee ohee) is graduating from the Troy East Campus of the International Academy High School. She will attend Cornell University in Ithaca, New York, majoring in Global Health Policy. She will spend July and August in a summer program there, before beginning her freshman year. The Memorial Committee, chaired by Lorraine Manos, has awarded Bazi the Rev. Mark Keely High School Graduate Scholarship Award. Emma Hintzen is graduating from Michigan State University, where she was in the Arts and Humanities Residential College. She had a double major in English, and Arts and Humanities. In July she will attend a Publishing Institute in Denver, Colorado, before beginning a search for a position in the publishing field. Kristian Wright is graduating from Wayne State University, where he majored in accounting. He will begin post-graduate employment on Monday morning - tomorrow! - in the Internal Audit Department at Allied Financial, in downtown Detroit. MARRIAGE ANYONE 2017? Thinking of getting married? Want to get married at Fort Street? Contact the Wedding Coordinator, Loretta Stanton Fort Street Presbyterian Church Wedding Guidebook 631 West Fort Career Is in need of extra large men suits and shirts.