Presbyterian Church Ekona Yard and the Presbyterian Church of Wilmington One in Christ Jesus

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1 P r e s b y t e r i a n C h u r c h o f W i l m i n g to n Januar y 28, 2018 Fourth Sunday after Epiphany Presbyterian Church Ekona Yard and the Presbyterian Church of Wilmington One in Christ Jesus

2 The Service for the Lord s Day Fourth Sunday after Epiphany January 28, 2018 GATHERING Musical Prelude Holy Is The Lord The Ritual of Fellowship News in the Life of the Church Opening Prayer *Call to Worship One: We are created by God All: In the image of God. One: All people are created by God All: In the image of God. One: In our glorious differences, All: We reflect the Holy face of God. One: All who gather in Christian worship across the country and around the world All: Are brought near to God through Jesus. One: We are one in Christ Jesus. All: We are made in God s image. One: So let us love each other. All: Let us worship our God with joy. Barbara Scarboro Pastor Debbie *Opening Hymn #423 Edmund Besong Jesus Shall Reign Where er the Sun Update on Ekona Yard Presbyterian Church *Call to Confession *Prayer of Confession God our God: we fill our souls with the empty sounds of our culture, and wonder why we are so empty when we need words of hope, of grace, of comfort. We are careful to follow the prescriptions our doctors give us, yet pay little heed to your hopes for us. We puff out our chests over what good people we are, yet do not notice how our pride trips those who seek to follow Jesus. Forgive us, Holy One, and be gracious to us: astound us with your words, so we may learn your ways; nourish us with your mercy, so we may be filled with life; enter our empty souls, till they overflow with praise for your Son, Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior. (Pause a few moments for silent reflection)

3 PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF WILMINGTON extends a warm welcome in the name of Christ to all who worship with us today. If you are interested in joining, please speak to the pastor, or you may call the church office during the week. SERMONS, preached weekly, can be found on our website (pcwilmington.org). CHILDREN S SUNDAY SCHOOL meets from 10:15 to 11:00 a.m. every Sunday. MOTHER AND INFANT QUIET ROOM Mothers of infants who need a quiet place for nursing or calming babies may use the Quiet Room, located next to the Sanctuary entrance. JOIN US FOR COFFEE & SNACKS Please join us each Sunday following the service in the Fellowship Hall for coffee and snacks. Church Information 840 Timber Glen Drive Wilmington, Ohio Office: Church Office Hours: 9-1 p.m. (Monday-Friday) The Rev. Debbie Linville, Pastor Cell: pastordebbie@pcwilmington.org Pam Barrett, Finance finance@pcwilmington.org Mary Zaycosky, Administrative Assistant office@pcwilmington.org Sara Maus, Director Christian Educ. christianeducation@pcwilmington.org Sandy Wiget, Music Director Liz McAllister, Organist

4 COMING UP THIS WEEK AT PCOW Today Worship (SY) 10a Children s Sunday School (CE) 10:15a Fellowship 11a Monday, January 29 Blanket Bunch (FH) 1p Clintonaires (MR) 7p Tuesday, January 30 Bible Barkey s 9a Wednesday, January 31 Women s Bible Study (PO) 10a Choir (MR) 7p AA Women (FH) 7p Bell Choir (MR) 8p AA (FH) 8:30p Thursday, February 1 Kiwanis (FH) 12p Habitat for Humanity (FH) 6:30p Saturday, February 3 AA (FH) 10a Sunday, February 4 Worship & Communion (SY)10a Children s Sunday School (CE) 10:15a Fellowship 11a Souper-Bowl (FH) 11a On the schedule for February 4 Liturgist: Jan Blohm Acolytes: Dirk Rinehart Ushers: Bob & Marcia Gano Greeters: Ed & Jan Blohm Deacon: Team 3 Counters: Barb Scarboro, Dave Miller Flowers: Sunday School: Sulyn, Linda Last Sunday s Attendance 112 Year to Date Average: 104 The flowers are given to the glory of God, And in grateful thanksgiving for Our brothers and sisters in Christ At the Presbyterian Church Ekona Yard, Cameroon

5 Per Capita 2018 per Member Fee: General Assembly 7.73 Synod 3.25 Presbytery Fair Share "Per Capita" is the amount needed from each adult member of the congregation to reasonably support the financial and mission needs of the Presbytery, General Assembly and National Synod of the PCUSA. Questions?? Contact Ed Blohm Souperbowl Sunday is February 4th after church. This is sponsored by the youth of our church. All donations benefit the Homeless Shelter. Please join us for a soup lunch-to go boxes available! The new flower chart for 2018 has been posted on the bulletin board. Please take time to sign up for next year.

6 CHURCH FAMILY PRAYER LIST Barbara Hasler Karen Pierce Cindy Craig Sharon Niederbaumer, friend of Sulyn & John Romer Deb Philp Phyllis Borror Ann Evans Jim Ewing, friend of Sulyn Romer Anna Mae & Bernie Rosenow Wendy Schultz, friend Sara Maus Laura Cotton, Jay Barkey s sister Robert Shuler John Hoffman, Frances Sharp Brother-in-law Mary Villequet, Pat Wallace s sister Mike Stackhouse Paul Botts, Eva s Brother-in-law Laura Byers Damian Snyder, Marsha Snyder s son Gracie Norris If you would like your name added to the prayer list, please contact the church office at Rejoice evermore, Pray without ceasing. In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.

7 *Assurance of Pardon *Response #579 Gloria Patri Passing of the Peace One: The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you all; All: And also with you. (Please share the peace of Christ.) All Children are invited to the front of the Sanctuary. TIME FOR YOUNG DISCIPLES THE WORD Old Testament Reading Deuteronomy 18:15-20 Barbara Scarboro Anthem It Is Well With My Soul Chancel Choir Gospel Reading Mark 1:21-28 Pastor Debbie Sermon Who Is Speaking For God? Can We Possibly Understand? *Sermon Hymn (insert) We ll Understand It Better By and By *Affirmation of Faith (Apostle s 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 of the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried. He descended into hell. The third day He arose again from the dead. He ascended into heaven and sitteth at 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 Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.

8 Prayers of the People The Lord s Prayer Offering of Life and Gifts Offertory Nearer, My God, To Thee * Response #592 Doxology * Prayer of Thanksgiving and Dedication *Hymn #543 SENDING Abide With Me * Charge and Benediction Musical Postlude Ever Faithful, Ever Near Doc Monteos A Look at the Presbyterian Church Ekona Yard, Cameroon Former church building which, is now being used for Sunday school. New Church building, an internal view. Old church building, an external view.