St. Andrew Presbyterian Church Denton, Texas Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost. Gathering around God s Word

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1 St. Andrew Presbyterian Church Denton, Texas Nineteenth Sunday after Pentecost October 19, 2014, 8:30 a.m. and 10:50 a.m. Hearing devices and large print Bibles and hymnals are available. Ask an usher. Gathering around God s Word Prelude God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending Wayne L. Wold Meditation (from Alto Mass) T.A. Bergan Welcome and Call to Worship Leader: God is great and greatly to be praised. People: We praise the great and awesome name of God. Leader: Our God is a lover of justice, who executes justice and righteousness. All: Holy is our God! *Hymn 288 I Sing the Mighty Power of God ellacombe x *Opening Prayer Prayer of Confession Holy God, our ruler and deliverer: you have loved us and put faith in us, and we have disappointed you. We have forgotten your good works on our behalf and failed to trust your promises. Our world shows little evidence of the justice and righteousness you love. We do not honor you with our lives. O Lord, be gracious, and show mercy to us. Lead us and sustain us by your presence, that we may know you and find favor in your sight. Amen. (silent confession) Kyrie (Hymnal No. 565) Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Declaration of Pardon Leader: Friends, believe the good news of the gospel. People: In Jesus Christ we are forgiven. Thanks be to God! Call to Faithfulness Leader: As God s own people, be merciful in action, kindly in heart, humble in mind. Be always ready to forgive as freely as God has forgiven you. And, above everything else, be loving, and never forget to be thankful for what Christ has done for you. *Gloria Patri Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost. As it was in the beginning, is now and ever shall be, world without end. Amen, Amen. Prayer for Illumination Proclaiming God s Word Emily Hagen

2 Old Testament Reading Exodus 33:12-23 Old Testament, page 77 Leader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God! Children s Sermon (10:50 a.m.) Children ages three years through kindergarten are invited to go to the Children s Chapel at this time. Older children are invited to remain in the sanctuary with their parents. Anthem In Thee, O Lord, Have I Put My Trust Edwin Fissinger In thee, O Lord, have I put my trust; let me never be put to confusion, but rid me and deliver me in thy righteousness. Incline thine ear unto me, and save me. Copyright 1961, Summy-Birchard Publishing Company New Testament Reading 1 Thessalonians 1:1-10 New Testament, page 191 Leader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God! Sermon Good Examples Lisa Patterson Responding to God s Word *Affirmation of Faith (unison) Philippians 2:5-11 Christ Jesus, though he was in the form of God, did not regard equality with God as something to be exploited, but emptied himself, taking the form of a slave, being born in human likeness. And being found in human form he humbled himself and became obedient to the point of death even death on a cross. Therefore God also highly exalted him and gave him the name that is above every name, so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, and every tongue should confess to the glory of God: Jesus Christ is Lord! Moment for Mission Michael Ball *Hymn 435 We All Are One in Mission es flog ein kleins waldvögelein Presentation of Tithes & Offerings Offertory Jesus Loves Me arr. T.A. Bergan *Doxology 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. 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. *Hymn 422 God, Whose Giving Knows No Ending beach spring *Benediction *Postlude I Sing the Mighty Power of God Michael Burkhardt *Those who are able are asked to stand. x Latecomers may be seated.

3 The flowers in the chancel are given to the glory of God by Fred and Patsy Patterson in loving memory of friends and family. Tristan Ball is serving in worship today as the acolyte. We extend our thanks to the instrumental ensemble playing in worship this morning: Michelle LaSpata, flute, Laura Bradley, clarinet, Adam LaSpata, horn, Jim Goodnow, bassoon and Tim Bergan, bass clarinet. Welcome! We are delighted that you have joined us for worship today and pray that you experience the presence of Jesus Christ in our midst. For more information about St. Andrew and our ministry together, please stop by the Visitor s Welcome Center in the narthex. If you are interested in becoming a member of this congregation, we will gladly provide you with that information. Children s Ministry Open House Sunday, October 19 The Children s Ministry Committee would like to invite all of you to an open house immediately following the 10:50am worship service today. Please come upstairs for some refreshments and to take a look at our beautifully remodeled dedicated children s Sunday school rooms and library. We would love to have the opportunity to show you around. Fundraiser for The Children s Place Please visit the Pumpkin Patch in the Narthex this morning. Handmade, one-of-a-kind calico pumpkins crafted by friends of The Children s Place at St. Andrew will be for sale, priced at $15.00 for large pumpkins, $10.00 for medium size and $8.00 for small ones. Proceeds will benefit The Children s Place as staff attend NAEYC, the national conference for teachers of young children, refreshing their skills and visiting exhibits of the most recent early education games, books and toys for the classroom. Called Meeting of the Congregation Sunday, October 26 The Session calls a congregational meeting for Sunday, October 26th, immediately following the 10:50 a.m. service for the purpose of electing five elders and seven deacons to the class of 2017, one elder to fill an unexpired term in the class of 2015, one deacon to fill an unexpired term in the class of 2015 and one deacon to fill an unexpired term in the class of The nominees for the Session s class of 2017 are Ronnie Van Atta, Jeanie Fite, Marissa Glasschroeder, Gayle Strange, and Julie Tolle. The nominee for the class of 2015 is Gorman Wiseman. The nominees for the Diaconate s class of 2017 are Helen Davis, Diane Forester, Chris Howell, Leigh Kitchens, Barbara Sims, Judy Stoughton, and Judy Walker. The nominee for the class of 2015 is Katie Raabe. The nominee for the class of 2016 is Bob Stewart. First Sunday with Interim Pastor Alan Baroody Sunday, November 2 Save the Date! Fall Festival of Faith with the Rev. Dr. Perryn Rice November 8 & 9, 2014 Commitment Sunday Sunday, November 16 Thanksgiving Donations for Treehouse Once again this year, The Treehouse After School Program is requesting donations from the congregation to provide Kroger gift cards for each of our families. Helping provide our Treehouse families with their Thanksgiving meals has been a St. Andrew tradition for many years, and is always truly appreciated by the families. This year we will be accepting your donations a little differently. On Sunday, October 26, Treehouse will be set up in the narthex after both worship services to receive your donations. When you donate, you will have the opportunity to choose a one-of-a-kind fall decoration made by a Treehouse student. Meredith Smith, daughter of Connie Reynolds, has graciously arranged for us to receive matching funds for these donations through Modern Woodmen. If you are unable to stop by that day, but would still like to donate, we can receive your contribution in the church office before October 26.

4 Women s Advent Book Study Wednesdays at Noon, Beginning October 22 in Room 206 Join our group, led by Lisa Patterson, this fall for the Advent study. We will discuss Being Christian: Baptism, Bible, Eucharist, Prayer by Rowan Williams, which is available in the Narthex for $8. We will learn more about the essentials of Christianity in this ecumenical group. Come join us study a simple book about complex concerns. Bring a brown bag lunch, if you wish. Hearts for Homes Mission FUNday October 25, 2014 Join a multi-generational group on October 25, 2014 to help serve the Hearts for Homes organization by repairing homes for the elderly in Denton. You can help out physically on site with potential projects such as demolition, repair work, cleaning and painting. If swinging a hammer doesn t sound possible, you can help with feeding the work crew and helping Hearts for Homes in other ways. Look for more detailed information to come in October! Work day from 8:00am - 2:00pm. Questions? Contact Chris Garcia at chris. garcia0354@gmail.com. Empty Bowls Fundraiser for Our Daily Bread Saturday, October 25, 11:30am-1:30pm, Fellowship Hall Tickets available at the door or online here: html Christmas Pageant Meeting Sunday, November 2 Attention all children, ages K-5! Casting call for our annual Christmas Pageant is Sunday, November 2! If your child is interested in being a part of The Story of Christmas this year, please join us in the fellowship hall just following the 10:50am service on November 2. We will share pizza together and talk about the pageant, including assigning parts. This is such a special tradition in the life of St. Andrew and a wonderful way to help the true story of Christmas come to life through the voices of our very own St. Andrew children. I hope you will encourage your child to participate! Please direct your questions about the pageant or the casting call to Marissa Glasschroeder marissamark@earthlink.net. Diaper Drive Community Outreach Committee calls on congregation members to help with the annual St. Andrew Diaper Drive. From September through October, the committee asks for donations of infant and toddler diapers or pull-up adult diapers. The diapers will benefit both Interfaith Ministries diaper program and also some Our Daily Bread clients. Diapers should be placed in the 2 collections boxes by the soda machines outside of Fellowship Hall. Become an Usher at St. Andrew Are you looking for a way to get involved, or a place you can serve at St. Andrew? As Usher Coordinator, I will soon be making up the schedule for the 10:50am Sunday services, Easter, and Christmas Eve services for Usher teams serve for three semi-consecutive Sundays or on three of the six 10:50am Intinction Sunday services. Training, if needed, is given to each team at the beginning of their three-sunday rotation and each usher will also receive a copy of the Usher Responsibilities sheet. If you prefer to serve at just one service, there are opportunities on Ash Wednesday and Good Friday. A substitute list for coverage in case of illness or other circumstances has been developed. Please prayerfully consider this request; and if you would be willing to serve as an usher or a substitute, please contact June McNeill at: june.mcneill@verizon.net, or October Give-A-Meal (Basic Needs Month-Your Pick) Macaroni and Cheese, Tuna, Peanut Butter, Canned Fruit, Canned Vegetables, Dried Beans, Rice, Soup, Tomatoes, Tomato Sauce, Spaghetti and Canned Sauce Optional: Cereal, Coffee, Dry Milk, Cooking Oil

5 Prayer Concerns This Week Lloyd Bennett Mary Frances Van Pelt John McKenzie, family member of Deborah Boone Lenora Ebersole, mother of Doug Ebersole Family of Glenn Tolle, father of Glenn Tolle Family of Bettie Harden, mother of Jean Harden A complete list of the ongoing prayer concerns is available in the Narthex. element Rec Center, 6:00-7:30pm CREW Rec Center, 6:00-7:30pm The Awkward Dance Between Church and State Fellowship Hall, 6:30pm David Shields Dave Ramsey s Financial Peace University Room 206/208, 6:30pm Jonathon Fite Super Wednesday Wednesday, October 22 Menu: Teriyaki Chicken, Sesame Noodles Learn to Speak Spanish to a Five-year-old! Room 207/209, 6:30pm Elizabeth Hinkle-Turner Art Journaling Room 205, 6:30pm Leslie Kregel Handcrafts for Mission Rec Center Mezzanine, 6:30pm Elizabeth Hagen Schedule Your Picture Now for the New Membership Directory! So many of you have asked for a new pictorial membership directory that we will begin the photography phase soon so you can have the pictures before Christmas. We will be making photo appointments until October 26, and the pictures will be taken during the first two weeks of November. The times and rooms are listed on the posters around the church. Be looking for a sign-up table in the Narthex on Sundays and in Fellowship Hall on Super Wednesdays. We want to make sure that everyone in included in this project! Potluck for the Younger Generation of St. Andrew Lisa Patterson s 1309 Gatewood Drive Sunday, October 5:30pm Bring a potluck dish to share and beverages of your choice. Join us to eat dinner, get to know one another and to share your thoughts about how St. Andrew can better support the needs of your age group. Childcare is available at St. Andrew. Please RSVP for childcare. We have several babes in arms and parents might want them to join our party. Know that they are welcome. Questions? Contact lisa@saint-andrew.com. Stephen Ministry Open Houses October 20 & November 3 Stephen Ministry will encourage those interested in the program to attend an Open House on October 20 and November 3 in room 206. Fellowship begins at 6:00pm with a brown bag supper, followed by education at 6:30pm. Dessert and coffee is served and completes by 7:30pm. Visitors are asked to come for one or both meetings - please contact Diane Smith if you have questions at Presbyterian Women The Women of the Church will meet on Tuesday, October 21 in the church Parlor at 9:30am for refreshments and fellowship. Patsy Wilson will present a book review on The All Girl Filling Station Reunion. Dedication of the Thank Offering and Approval of 2015 Budget. Circle I will be hostess. Connect with us facebook.com/standrewdenton twitter.com/standrewdenton

6 The Week at a Glance TODAY 8:30 a.m. Worship Service 9:30 a.m. Sunday School 10:50 a.m. Worship Service 12:00 p.m. Children s Ministry Open House 1:00 p.m. Music Director Search Committee, Library 5:30 p.m. Potluck at Lisa Patterson s House Monday, October 20 6:00 p.m. Stephen Ministry Open House, Room 206 Tuesday, October 21 9:30 a.m. Presbyterian Women, Parlor 1:30 p.m. Women s Tuesday Afternoon Study, Room 206 Staff Meeting, Narthex 11:00 p.m. Shield & Bulletin Deadline Wednesday, October 22 12:00 p.m. Women s Noon Advent Study, Room 206 5:30 p.m. Super Wed. Meal, Fellowship Hall 6:00 p.m. element, Rec Center CREW CONNECT, Rec Center 6:15 p.m. Covenant Choir, Children s Choir Rm. 6:15 p.m. Children s Recreation 6:20 p.m. Handbells, Adult Choir Room 6:30 p.m. Adult Tracks 7:00 p.m. Noel Choir, Children s Choir Room 7:30 p.m. Chancel Choir, Adult Choir Room 7:40 p.m. Session Meeting, Room 206/208 Thursday, October 23 8:00 a.m. Men s Study Group, Cartwright s Ranch House Saturday, October 25 Hearts for Homes Mission FUNday

7 St. Andrew PresbyterianChurch 300 W. Oak Street Denton, TX Phone (940) Fax (940) Lisa Patterson, Assoc. Pastor Matthew Stump, Interim Music Director Hye-Jean Choi, Organist Brandi Schoel, Youth/Blended Worship Director St. Andrew Presbyterian Church is a Stephen Ministry Congregation. Children s Chapel During the worship service, children ages three years through kindergarten go to chapel immediately following the Children s Sermon. The Ark & The Tent Jay & Shannon Konkle Godly Play seeks to tell the stories of the faith so that children hear and remember these stories and become engaged in them. It also provides a place and opportunities for children to begin exploring the purpose and meaning of worship. Parents may come upstairs to the Children s Chapel to pick children up following the service. Nursery Room 102 Preschool Room 100 Completed K-5 th Rooms Youth 6 th /7 th Grade Class The Den High School Sunday School The Den Adults, 9:30-10:30am Pastor s Class Room 207/209 The Breakfast Club Room 206/208 Pathfinders Room 205 Mighty Acts Class Bride s Room Current year giving through September: Commitments year-to-date $710,631 Actual year-to-date $633,130 Deficit on commitments $ 77,501 St. Andrew Presbyterian Church is a congregation of the Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.).