THE ORDER OF WORSHIP PALM/PASSION SUNDAY ASSEMBLE IN GOD S NAME. Hand Bell Processional: "Processional Jubilee" Anna Laura Page Celebration Ringers

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1 THE ORDER OF WORSHIP PALM/PASSION SUNDAY March 20, :30 a.m. ASSEMBLE IN GOD S NAME Hand Bell Processional: "Processional Jubilee" Anna Laura Page Celebration Ringers Hand Bell Prelude: "Ride On!" arr. Michael Ryan Celebration Ringers The Life and Work of the Church Welcome, friends and members Please sign back page of bulletin Nursery care available in Education Building Restrooms found in Education Building Prayer requests for offering plate Fellowship Hour following worship Announcements please use microphone *A Time of Greeting Steeple Bell

2 LITURGY OF THE PALMS Proclamation of the Entrance into Jerusalem: Luke 19:28b-40 Page: NT 83 Choral Introit: "Ride on, Redeemer King!" Grier/Gilpin The Choir Hosanna, hosanna, ride on, Redeemer King; the children all surround you, their sweet hosannas sing. Hosanna, hosanna, their praise and prayers they bring; Hosanna, hosanna, ride on, Redeemer King. The angels in the highest heaven sing praises from on high, as people lift their voices and sing a loud reply; Hosanna, hosanna, with palms and garments strow. Hosanna, hosanna, as onward now You go. All glory, laud and honor, to Thee Redeemer King, to whom the lips of children, made sweet hosannas ring; Thou art the king of Israel, thou David s royal Son, who in the Lord s name comest, the King and Blessed One. Hosanna, hosanna, O King and Blessed One. Hosanna, hosanna, your battle has begun. Hosanna, hosanna, to You, God s only Son; Hosanna, hosanna, the victory is won! Hosanna, hosanna! Call to Worship: Luke 19:38 Hosanna! Blessed is the king who comes in the name of the Lord! Hosanna! Peace in heaven and glory in the highest heaven! *Hymn: #196 All Glory, Laud, and Honor *Prayer of Adoration

3 *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. A Scripture Conversation *Hymn: #198 "Ride On, Ride On in Majesty" LITURGY OF THE PASSION Gospel Lesson: Luke 19:41-48 Page: NT 83 Hymn: #194 "When Jesus Wept" Gospel Lesson: Luke 19:41-48 Page: NT 83 Prayer for Illumination

4 Gospel Lesson: Luke 22:28-65 Page: NT 87 Old Testament Lesson: Isaiah 50:4-9a Page: OT 681 Gospel Lesson: Luke 22:66 23:25 Page: NT 88 Hymn: # 218 "Ah, Holy Jesus" verses 1-2 Gospel Lesson: Luke 22:26 23:43 Page: NT 88 Hymn: #227 "Jesus Remember Me" (three times) Gospel Lesson: Luke 23:44-46 Page: NT 89 Psalm 31: In you, O Lord, I take refuge; let me never be put to shame. In your justice rescue me, oh my faithful Lord, in your hands I commend my spirit. REFRAIN. 2. For all my foes reproach me; all my friends are now put to flight. I am forgotten like the unremembered dead, like a dish that now is broken. REFRAIN. 3. I place my trust in you, Lord; in your hands is my destiny. Let your face shine upon your servant, Lord, in your hands I will place my life. REFRAIN.

5 Gospel Lesson: Luke 23:47-49 Page: NT 89 Anthem: "O Come and Mourn with Me" M. Larkin The Choir O come and mourn with me awhile; O come ye to the Savior s side; O come, together let us mourn; Jesus, our Lord, is crucified. Seven times He spoke, seven words of love; and all three hours His silence cried for mercy on the souls of all; Jesus, the Lord, is crucified. O God of love! O sin of man! In this dread hour Your strength is tried; And victory remains with love: Jesus, the Lord, is crucified. Gospel Lesson: Luke 23:50-56 Page: NT 89 Hymn: # 218 "Ah, Holy Jesus" verses 4-5 Prayer of Confession O Lord, be gracious to us. We have betrayed you. We have denied you. We have mocked and crucified you. Lord, have mercy; Christ, have mercy; Lord, have mercy on us. Our lives are in your hands. (silent prayers)

6 Assurance of Pardon Sung Response #221 O Sacred Head vs. 3 What language shall I borrow, To thank Thee, dearest friend, For this Thy dying sorrow, Thy pity without end? O, make me thine forever; And should I fainting be, Lord, let me never, never Outlive my love to Thee. GIVE THANKS TO GOD Offerings of Tithes and Gifts Offertory: "O Sacred Head, Now Wounded" McChesney Celebration Ringers Reception of Offerings by Ushers *Presentation *Doxology: #223, verse 4 Were the whole realm of nature mine, That were a present far too small; Love so amazing, so divine, Demands my soul, my life, my all. *Prayers of Thanksgiving and Intercession

7 GO IN GOD S NAME *Hymn: # 215 "What Wondrous Love Is This" *Charge and Benediction: Philippians 2:5-11 Page: NT 197 Steeple Bell Organ Postlude You may recycle your bulletins in the basket at the back of the Meeting House.

8 Opportunities for Infants and Children A Nursery Care Program for infants through age 3 is available in Room 207 after the Scripture Conversation. If your child needs to leave before that, please see an usher. Children ages 4 through 10 may also exit after the Scripture Conversation for Someplace Else (a lesson and activities in the CE Building, Rooms 203 and 204). Please see an usher for a child safety registration form. Children of any age are always welcome in worship. Worship Assistance Please see an usher to receive hearing assistance, a large print bulletin or bible, or a personal seat cushion. Prayer List: To place a name on the confidential Prayer Chain, contact Susan Flook, suzieflook@hotmail.com Nursing Home and Hospital: Fran Handy Cadia Rehab/Silverside 3322 Silverside Road Wilmington, DE (302) At Home: Judy Hentkowski 128 E. 2nd St New Castle, DE Vic Clark The Lorelton 2200 W 4th St, Apt 328 Wilmington, DE (302) (cell) Charlotte Mitchell 1031 Bear Road New Castle, DE Jean Swanson Sunrise - Apt W. Horizon Ridge Pkwy Henderson, NV (302) (cell) Linda Twyford 513 East Roosevelt Avenue New Castle, DE Don Reese 112 W. 7 th Street New Castle, DE (302)

9 The Flowers are given to the glory of God Ruth Moore In Memory of Margaret & Henry Loughlin My Parents Special Gifts Memorial Case: Paul Witt Milton Kern This morning, our Ushers are: Joan Smith and Jim Stoudt Nursery Attendants: Bev Stoudt & Ron Studd Someplace Else: Patti Isaacs-Hansen & Diana Reilly Flowers: Brenda Walters Coffee Hour: Ringo Keka & Bev Denison Worship Leader: Rod Denison

10 Maundy Thursday Supper Gather with the disciples of Jesus for a remembrance of the gift he made to us of his life on Maundy Thursday, March 24 at 6:00 pm in the Fellowship Hall. We will share a simple supper around the tables and then partake together of the Lord s Supper. Come and remember! HOLY WEEK AT NEW CASTLE PRESBYTERIAN Maundy Thursday, 3/24 6:00 p.m. Maundy Thursday Supper, Worship, & Communion in the Fellowship Hall. Easter Fair, 3/26 10:00 a.m. Come with children 0-10 to learn more of this holy season, make crafts, find eggs (11:00 am), and enjoy treats. Easter Sunday, 3/27 6:30 a.m. Sunrise Service at the Wharf 10:30 a.m. Resurrection Worship in the Meeting House with hand bells and full choir. The One Great Hour of Sharing will be received at all worship services.

11 One Great Hour of Sharing One Great Hour of Sharing, received today, makes a difference in the world through three impactful programs: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Presbyterian Hunger Program Self-Development of People Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA)» International aid» National aid» Nepal earthquakes» Syria humanitarian care» Northeast snowstorm» Superstorm Sandy Presbyterian Hunger Program (PHP)» International development» National development» Policy and law» Environmental action» Fair trade» Hunger action programs Self-Development of People (SDOP)» Justice for U.S. low income communities» Prisoner re-entry advocacy» Belize» India» Dominican Republic Please share generously today with your brothers and sisters across the world!

12 LENTEN FILM AND DISCUSSION SERIES SACRED JOURNEYS with Bruce Feiler WHERE: Concord Presbyterian Church 1800 Fairfax Boulevard Wilmington, DE TIME: 4-5:30 p.m. Sunday afternoons; Film followed by discussion WHEN: MARCH 20: In Nigeria, dance at water s edge with African-Americans at a spectacular Yoruba festival where they reclaim their religious roots. In this PBS series, Bruce Feiler travels with American pilgrims on six historic pilgrimages. They set out from the ordinary and seek the extraordinary. As you travel your own sacred journey this Lent, come and join us to learn about traditions and searches different from our own, but no less meaningful and sacred. Box Tops for Education Please bring in any Box Tops for Education. Each one is worth 10 cents. I will turn them in to the school at the end of January. Each and every one counts! Call Patti Isaacs-Hansen at (302) with any questions or concerns. Coffee Hour Volunteers Needed! Volunteers are needed for the 11:30AM Fellowship coffee hour on first Sunday s of April, June, July, and August. There will be a sign-up sheet in the CE building. It is great fellowship to get a friend or two and host coffee hour. We can find you a partner. Call Patti Isaacs-Hansen at (302) or Ringo Keka at (410) with questions and/or comments.

13 White Gift Donations The cold weather, snow, winds, and freezing temperatures have greatly increased the number of calls for help. Please continue to be generous with your donations to the White Gift baskets found in the narthex of the church and the reception area of the Christian Education building. The Deacons deliver your donations every month to the Food Locker at St. Peter s. We understand that people who are eligible for food stamps can t use them to purchase non-food products so please consider purchasing articles like: tissues, toothbrushes, toothpaste, toilet paper, paper towels, Pampers, female hygiene items, soap, shampoo, mouthwash, deodorant. Please continue to bring the following food: stuffing, gravy, canned white or sweet potatoes, applesauce, canned tuna, hams, chicken, stews, soup, vegetables, peanut butter, cereal, rice, pasta, spaghetti sauce, cook oil, ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise/salad dressing, relish, sugar, powdered/canned milk, coffee, tea bags, and baked beans. Thank you for your continued generosity. - Susan Townsend March/April Birthdays and Anniversaries Jane Fouracre 3/19 Gene Mayhew 3/20 Lucy Armstrong, 3/25 Jamie Kern, 3/25 Nancy Rowland 3/25 Sandra Wilson, 3/30 Barbara Toccafondi 3/31 Kristel Witt, 4/1 Benjamin Cooney, 4/1 Fran Gingher, 4/2 Jo Viola, 4/3 Cora Lundgren, 4/3 Susan Bishop, 4/4 Peter McCurdy, 4/4 Barbara Ransom, 4/5 Laurie Powell, 4/9 Sidney Wilson, 4/9 Molly Cooney, 4/13 Lisa Raker, 4/13 Linda Bennett, 4/13 Joanne Hopkins, 4/16 Liam Powell, 4/20 Bill Anthony, 4/27 Scott Selheimer, 4/30 Julia Lundgren, 4/30 Dana & Eric Monzo 3/24 Jenna & Sam Duncan, 4/4 Pat & David Bird, 4/12 Eileen & Michael Larkin, 4/12 Rod & Bev Denison, 4/16

14 In the spirit of the season of Easter, the sanctuary will be decorated with spring flowers. If you would like to donate a flower in memory of a Loved One, or honor of someone, please fill out this form and return it with your check in the amount of $ Please order as early as possible. Deadline to order is TODAY! NAME: AMOUNT: $ (check one) IN MEMORY /HONOR OF: Please make all checks payable to: New Castle Presbyterian Church 25 E. 2 nd Street New Castle, DE Thanks again for your support!

15 THE EASTER FAIR IS COMING!! Saturday, March 26, 10:00 a.m. 12:00 noon Games, Crafts, Face-Painting, Refreshments, and a Celebration of the Life Christ Brings! Egg Hunt Begins at 11:00 a.m. for ages 0-10 The Entire New Castle Community Is Invited! Sign up to help! Also - take empty eggs home, fill them and return by March 25.

16 This Week s Schedule SUNDAY 3/20 PALM/PASSION SUNDAY 10:15am Processional from Town Hall 10:30am Worship & Someplace Else 11:30am Fellowship Hour 12:00pm Colonial Chimers Monday 3/21 7:00pm Country Dancers 7:00pm Al-Anon 7:30pm Trustees Tuesday 3/22 7:00pm Session Wednesday 3/23 1:00pm Bible Study 6:15pm Worship Committee 7:30pm Choir Thursday 3/24 MAUNDY THURSDAY 3:00-5:00 Art Class 6:00pm Maundy Thursday Meal & The Lord s Supper 7:30pm Celebration Ringers Friday 3/25 GOOD FRIDAY Nancy's Day of Rest* Meeting House Open for Meditation Saturday 3/26 9:30-3:30 Art Classes 10:00am Easter Fair 11:00am Egg Hunt SUNDAY 3/27 EASTER SUNDAY 6:30am Sunrise Wharf 10:30am Worship & Someplace Else 11:30am Fellowship Hour *Pastor Nancy is always available for pastoral emergencies.