REFORMATION SUNDAY

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1 REFORMATION SUNDAY Commemorating the 500th anniversary of the movement that changed the world. OCTOBER 29, :45 & 11:00 AM WORSHIP TRINITY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 3003 HOWELL MILL ROAD NW ATLANTA, GEORGIA

2 Reynolds Couch is acting as the Beadle for today s service, celebrating the 500th anniversary of the Reformation. Originally a role reserved for protecting a church s lone Bible, the Beadle now serves in a ceremonial capacity for many Reformed churchs. This includes carrying the Bible in the worship processional and voicing official decrees at church functions. The text of our familiar opening hymn this morning was written by Martin Luther in It is based on Psalm 46, and became the rallying cry of the Protestant Reformation. Modern Christians sometimes find the vivid imagery of the battle against Satan, our ancient foe, difficult to relate to, in part because they are far removed from the experience of Luther and the early reformers. However, Luther s stand was a dangerous one, and he was willing to put his life on the line for his beliefs. These strong stanzas reflect his supreme confidence in the salvation of Jesus Christ, and its ability to overcome evil through the supremacy of the word of God. [2] REFORMATION SUNDAY 30 TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME October 29, :45 & 11:00 am Worship Welcome to all who are worshipping with us. We believe worship is the heart of our life together. As we enter a holy space and time this morning, please silence all electronic devices. The opening voluntary is the call to silent meditation and preparation for worship. OPENING VOLUNTARY 8:45 Ein feste burg Johann Pachelbel 11:00 A Mighty Fortress Is Our God Dietrich Buxtehude *CALL TO WORSHIP One: Lord, you have been our dwelling place throughout all generations. All: In you, we come home to rest, to wrestle, to love, to be loved. We dwell in you. One: Before the mountains were born, before you delivered the whole world, from everlasting past to everlasting future, you are God. All: In you, we are called to venture into a new future we dream, we flourish, we move on, we rejoice. We dwell in you. *PROCESSIONAL HYMN #260 A Mighty Fortress Is Our God CALL TO CONFESSION ein feste burg PRAYER OF CONFESSION One: Merciful God, All: We confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart and mind and strength. We have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. *Those who are able, please stand.

3 moment of silence for examination of conscience and personal prayers of confession One: Lord, in your mercy, All: Hear our prayers, heal our brokenness, help us live into your forgiveness so that we may delight in your will and walk in the way of Jesus Christ, to the glory of your holy name. Amen. ASSURANCE OF PARDON *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE alt. tune: dickinson college Lord, you have been our dwelling place, a refuge where our feet have trod. Before you placed all things in space, from everlasting you are God. (tune may be found as hymn #374) Today s Prayer of Confession is familiar to many in the Presbyterian, Lutheran, and Anglican traditions. With antecedents dating back to at least the 1559 edition of the Book of Common Prayer, this confession says all that a community needs to confess, while grounding us in the company of the great cloud of witnesses. This is important as the Reformed Church insists that faith cannot thrive outside of being practiced in a community of faith. CONCERNS OF THE PEOPLE Please sign and pass the Friendship Register. 11:00 - ANTHEM The Gift of Love Hal Hopson Though I may speak with bravest fire, and have the gift to all inspire, and not have love; my words are vain, and sounding brass, and hopeless gain. Though I may give all I possess. And striving so my love profess, but not be giv n by love within, the profit soon turns strangely thin. Come Spirit, come, our hearts control. Our spirits long to be made whole. Let inward love guide every deed; by this we worship and are freed. Amen. 11:00 - LITANY OF PARTING For first- and second-graders as they leave for worship enrichment Congregation: May God be with you there. Children: May God be with you here. PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION SCRIPTURE READING Deuteronomy 34:1-12 One: The Word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God. [3]

4 SERMON Grace at the Limits Leanne Van Dyk Today s affirmation is taken from A Declaration of Faith which was written in the 1970s in a poetic in style and emphasizes that God is compassionate and ineffable. Trinity s own, Professor Shirley Guthrie, who taught at Columbia Theological Seminary for 40 years, was a coauthor. Unlike, some of the more ancient confessions of faith, this affirmation intentionally written in a form to be easily used to worship. *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH The church s story with God did not end with the latest events recorded in Scripture. Across the centuries the company of believers has continued its pilgrimage with the Lord of history. It is a record of faith and faithlessness, glory and shame. We confess we are heirs of this whole story. We are charged to remember our past, to be warned and encouraged by it, but not to live it again. Now is the time of our testing as God s story with the church moves forward through us. We are called to live now as God s servants in the service of people everywhere. from A Declaration of Faith *CONGREGATIONAL RESPONSE st. anne O God, our help in ages past, our hope for years to come, our shelter from the stormy blast and our eternal home. (may be found as stanza 1 of hymn #210) PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE AND 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. [4] GIVING OF OFFERINGS OFFERTORY 8:45 God is Our Refuge Tomas Fleming God is our refuge and our strength, our ever present aid, and though the mountains be removed, we shall not be afraid; though hills amidst the seas be cast, though foaming waters roar, yea, though the mighty billows shake the mountains to the shore. The Lord of Hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. A river flows whose streams make glad the city of our God, the holy place wherein the Lord Most High has his abode; since God is in the midst of her, unmoved her walls shall stand, for God will be her early help, when trouble is at hand. A mighty fortress is our God, a sword and shield victorious; he breaks the cruel oppressor s rod and wins salvation glorious. from Psalm 46 and Martin Luther

5 11:00 O All Ye Nations Heinrich Schütz O all ye nations, praise the Lord; O praise the Lord, all ye people. Praise ye Jehovah in his strength; all that hath life, praise Jehovah. God s loving kindness unto us is great and merciful. With heart and with voice in him rejoice; for his truth endureth evermore. Alleluia, sing praises! Alleluia, praise ye the Lord! from Psalm 117 *DOXOLOGY #592 *PRAYER OF DEDICATION *CLOSING HYMN #457 I Greet The Who My Sure Redeemer Art *CHARGE AND BENEDICTION old hundredth toulon 11:00 - BENEDICTION RESPONSE John Rutter The Lord Bless You CONCLUDING VOLUNTARY 8:45 A Mighty Fortress Is Our God Johann Walter 11:00 Toccata in D Minor Johann Sebastian Bach As our time of worship comes to an end, our time of service begins; we depart to be the church in the world. Heinrich Schütz ( ) was a composer and organist, generally regarded as the most important German Protestant composer before Johann Sebastian Bach and one of the most influential musicians of the Reformation. After serving the church as a choir-boy he went on to study law at Marburg before going to Venice to study music with Giovanni Gabrieli. He subsequently moved to Dresden in 1615 to work as court composer to the Elector of Saxony. His larger vocal compositions often display the rich polychoral style he inherited from Gabrieli and Monteverdi during his study in Italy. His works embody two key elements of the Reformation- they are based on Biblical texts, and they were written in German, not Latin, so as to be easily understood by the listener. This morning s closing hymn is an anthem of the reformed faith, and was first published in the French Psalter in Strassburg (1545), edited by none other than John Calvin ( ). He is often credited with writing its text and tune, although scholars sometimes dispute this fact. [5]

6 LIFE AT TRINITY We are called to serve God with joy and to bear witness to God s transforming love made known in Jesus Christ. As a community led by the Spirit, we seek to Make God s Love Visible as we: Flowers The flowers in the sanctuary are given by Linda and Bill Farr to the glory of God and in loving memory of their daughter, Margaret. Child Care Although children are always welcome in the sanctuary, child care is available for children, birth through pre-k: infants and toddlers, D102; two-year-olds, D104; three-year-olds, D106; pre-k, D119. WORSHIP CREATIVELY WELCOME INTENTIONALLY CARE COMPASSIONATELY GATHER JOYFULLY LEARN PURPOSEFULLY SERVE WHOLEHEARTEDLY LEAD HUMBLY GIVE GENEROUSLY Five Sunday, October 29 5:00 pm, Dobbs Chapel This year Five worship is exploring how the most ordinary parts of our lives are holy places. Join us tonight as we explore the theme of vocation. Is your job your vocation? What does it mean to be called? How do we live as Sunday people Monday through Friday? Come as you are, be nourished, and leave renewed! TODAY AT TRINITY Worship Leaders Preaching Dr. Leanne Van Dyk, President of Columbia Theological Seminary Liturgists 8:45 Rev. Pam Driesell, Senior Pastor 11:00 Rev. Pam Driesell, Senior Pastor Rev. Dr. George Stroup, Theologian in Residence Music 8:45 Katherine Murray, mezzo-soprano Scott Morris, Organist 11:00 The Chancel and Youth Choirs of Trinity Presbyterian Church Norman Mackenzie, Organist & Director of Music and Fine Arts Acolyte Jonathan McGee Banner Bearer Margaret Quillian WORSHIP CREATIVELY Youth s Best Potluck Ever Sunday, October 29 6:00 pm, Williams Hall Every year our youth bring their favorite entrees, appetizers, side dishes, or desserts for the Best Potluck Ever! We share what we love to eat as we share about our lives. Halloween costumes are also encouraged! FALL MUSIC FESTIVAL REQUIEM, K. 626 by Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart Sunday, November 12 at 11:00 am Trinity Presbyterian Church Chancel Choir and Soloists Members of the Atlanta Symphony Orchestra Norman Mackenzie, Conductor Don t miss the musical highlight of this fall. Our Chancel Choir and full orchestra will present the final and beloved unfinished utterance from the pen of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart ( ), as completed by Franz Beyer. This towering and transcendent masterpiece, a final testament to the creative genius of its composer, has inspired generations of with its dramatic and spiritual power. Join us on November 12 to experience the rich legacy of this work within the context of a worship experience. Early seating is advised. [6]

7 CARE COMPASSIONATELY FINDING SUPPORT Pastoral Care Notify the church of illness, hospitalization, birth, death, or prayer request Veronica Ridenhour, Stephen Ministers Trinity s Stephen Ministry offers confidential, one-to-one Christian care to those who are experiencing difficult life circumstances. Meredith Daniel, msdaniel@bellsouth.net Counseling Mary Lisa Henry, Ph.D., LCSW GATHER JOYFULLY THIS WEEK Sunday, October 29 8:30 am Confirmation Class 8:45 am Worship 9:45 am Church School 11:00 am Worship 4:00 pm CFM 4th-5th Grade Recreation 5:00 pm Youth Choir 5:00 pm Five Worship 6:00 pm Youth Best Potluck Monday, October 30 5:15 pm Strategic Planning Committee Tuesday, October 31 6:30 am High School Bible Study 7:30 am Theology Reading Group 8:30 am Yoga 11:00 am Tai Chi Wednesday, November 1 7:00 am Awakening 8:00 am Property Committee 10:00 am The Tent 12:30 pm Silent Meditation 4:45 pm CFM Pre-K Recreation 6:00 pm Mission Council 7:30 pm Chancel Choir 8:00 pm AA Meeting Thursday, November 2 9:30 am Thursday Morning Bible Study 10:00 am Writing as a Spiritual Practice 4:00 pm Hosanna Ringers 4:00 pm Primary Choir 4:45 pm Cherub Choir I 4:45 pm Trinity at the Table 5:00 pm Junior Choir 5:15 pm Cherub Choir II 6:30 pm Middle Moms Friday, November 3 7:27 am Men s Breakfast Trinity at the Table Thursday, November 2 4:45-6:30 pm, Williams Hall Join us for fellowship, fun, and food on Thursday nights with Trinity at the Table. Dinner is served between 4:45 and 6:30, and activities for children are available between 4:45 and 5:45 in the gym. Menu: meatloaf, mashed potatoes, green beans, garden salad, mixed fruit Cost: $8 per adult, $5 per child; $25 maximum per family Reservations: Trinity Auction Donations Save the date for the 2018 Trinity Auction, benefitting youth mission and fellowship, on February 25, 2018, 5:30-8:00 pm in Williams Hall. Please consider donating an item for the auction or becoming a sponsor auction@gmail.com to donate or sponsor! Men s Breakfast Friday, November 3 7:27 am, Williams Hall Join the group for great fellowship, a lively program, and a good breakfast. Trinity member Eric Nelson will discuss his company s recycling of the old into the new and useful. Reservations are not required; $7 per person. Prime Time Luncheon Tuesday, November 7 11:45 am, Williams Hall Please join us for our Thankfulness Luncheon! Cost is $8 per person. RSVP to Diana Pedrick, or dpedrick@trinityatlanta.org. [7]

8 [8] CFM Fall Parents Social! Saturday, November 4 7:00 pm, Manse Come join other parents of children for a time of food and fellowship on November 4 from 7:00-9:00 pm at the home of Jeremy and Caroline Jinkins (TPC Manse)! Everyone is welcome! A-H please bring an appetizer; I-P please bring a side or salad; Q-Z please bring a dessert. The main course will be provided. Also, if you wish, please bring a bottle to share! Make a reservation at: Contact: Megan Haase at megshaase0930@ gmail.com or (813) LEARN PURPOSEFULLY CHURCH SCHOOL Adult Church School Session II: November 5 - December 17 9:45 am Unlocking the Bible Dr. George Yacoubian B Celebrating Christmas in Church and Culture Various speakers and clergy B110 Romantic Poetry and Radical Spirituality Dr. Lindsey Eckert B112 Connections Williams Hall SERVE WHOLEHEARTEDLY Christmas Market December :00 am - 1:00 pm, Williams Hall This year, Trinity s Christmas Market, which directly supports our global mission partners, will be held over one weekend. We need Trinity members donations of arts, crafts, baked goods, and more for sale at the Market. Volunteers are also needed to work twohour shifts during the Market on Saturday or Sunday. To volunteer or donate, contact: Catherine Long (404) , catherine.long@comcast.net Julie Hope (404) , julie.hope@yahoo.com BCM Food Drive Throughout October Every month Buckhead Christian Ministry provides food and toiletries to more than 1,600 people in need, entirely from donations. Our drive concludes on Tuesday, October 31, and we still need your help. There are three ways you can give: 1. WRITE a check to BCM and put Trinity Church Food Drive on the memo line. 2. ASSEMBLE canned goods and toiletry items and place them in the BCM FOOD DRIVE bins at Trinity. 3. BUY a Kroger/Publix gift card! Manna Bags made by Children and Family Ministries Last Sunday, TPC children and parents made over 200 Manna Bags. These bags are gallon-sized Ziploc bags filled with nonperishable food and hygiene items appropriate for giving out to those seeking assistance on the side of the road. Also included is a handmade card of encouragement. Please pick up a bag or two from the back of the sanctuary today so that you too can make God s loves visible with this small gesture of kindness. GIVE GENEROUSLY COMMITMENT OUR 2018 GIVING GOALS $ 3.9 MILLION 675+ PLEDGES Pledge cards are available in the pew rack or visit TO DATE 435 Pledges $ 2,2728, % 69.9%