SPC SUNDAY. Can Trust September 23, AM. Welcome. We re glad you re here! Week 2 of Advent December 9, AM Worship

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1 SPC SUNDAY News You Can Trust September 23, AM Fall 2018 Welcome. We re glad you re here! Share the light of CHRISTMAS Week 2 of Advent December 9, AM Worship Our Vision & Mission We aspire to be a church where the Gospel of Jesus Christ is faithfully proclaimed and faithfully lived in grateful respone to God s love; Fall Sermon Series FAKE NEWS ABOUT GOD this week: The End LIVING as a church family, GROWING as disciples of Jesus, SERVING together in God s mission in this world. SUNDAY WORSHIP TIMES 8 AM Chapel 9 AM Sanctuary 11 AM Sanctuary SUNDAY SCHOOL 10 AM for all ages Sewickley Presbyterian Church. 414 Grant Street. Sewickley, PA

2 Sunday Sunday Worship Times Worship Times 8 AM, 9 AM & 11 AM 10 AM Sunday School Rev. Kevin J. Long, Pastor klong@sewickleypresby.org Rev. Sarah R. Bird Associate Pastor sbird@sewickleypresby.org Rev. Dr. Stewart Lawrence Parish Associate jeanstewl@gmail.com Dave Breit Media Engineer dbreit@sewickleypresby.org Mike Creamer Director of Youth Ministries mcreamer@sewickleypresby.org R. Craig Dobbins Director of Music Ministries cdobbins@sewickleypresby.org Jeremy Fisher Associate Director of Music Ministries jfi sher@sewickleypresby.org Brian Mack Director of Children s Ministries bmack@sewickleypresby.org Elizabeth Szuba Youth Program Coordinator eszuba@sewickleypresby.org Church Office M-F 9 AM - 5 PM Visit our website for a complete list of SPC staff members. LIVING GROWING SERVING Together Welcome Join us for coffee in the Robinson Room, before and after worship. Childcare Children are always welcome to attend worship with their families. However, if you would like to take advantage of our nursery you are invited to do so. Our nursery is located on the 2 nd fl oor. Parents are also welcome to care for infant children in the Robing Room, which is located down the stairs near the sound booth at the back of the sanctuary. Large Print Bibles & Hearing Devices If you would like a large print Bible and/or a hearing device, please contact an Usher. Prayer Requests Please write any prayer requests on the pew prayer cards and place them in the offering plates. The pastors read and pray for these requests. Any requests marked public will be shared with weekly prayer groups. Handicap Accessibility A wheelchair lift is available for your convenience. Follow the sidewalk that curves around to the back of the building from Grant St. for easiest access. A ramp is accessible from the Grant Street driveway near the Sanctuary. An elevator is available on the Main level. Please access it by using the wheelchair lift or the ramp. A secondary lift is available to reach the Mezzanine level. Take the elevator to the basement. The lift is to the left of the elevator. Photography We request that photography not be taken during worship. Worship Service Streaming at 9 & 11 AM If you are unable to attend worship, visit our website on Sunday morning to listen to the service via your computer, tablet or smartphone. Sermon on CD The 11 AM sermon is available on CD by request from the church office. You may also fi nd a recording online at Service Recording, Print & Social Media Our Sunday morning services are live-streamed to the internet and recorded for future playback. Also, we regularly use print and social media to communicate. By entering our building and participating in our services or events, you are consenting to your voice, image, and likeness being used by SPC at our discretion. Please visit our website to view our Print & Social Media Policy.

3 Order of Worship The beginning of the prelude is a call to silent preparation for the worship of God. 3 Prelude Genevan 42 settings by Paul Manz (The tune may be found at Hymns 87 and 481 in Glory to God.) and Johann Pachelbel Lighting of the Second Advent Candle Bonnie Blackburn, Amy, Jack, Joe, and Tess Szuba * Hymn 2 Come, Thou Almighty King Italian Hymn * Corporate Prayer of Confession Our God, who loved the world so much that you gave your only Son, we are humbled by this greatest of your mercies. Forgive us for not knowing what to do with so extravagant a gift. Forgive us for rushing by the manger too quickly to bow and worship. Bring us all to our knees in the presence of your Son, that we may be lifted to our salvation. In Christ s name we pray. * Silent Prayer of Confession * Assurance of Pardon One: Many: Friends, this is the Good News of the Gospel. In Jesus Christ we are forgiven. Thanks be to God. * Gloria Patri (Hymn 581) Welcome and Announcements At the end of each pew is a Friendship Pad. Please indicate your presence by signing it and passing it along the row. Members, make a point to greet visitors sitting near you. Children s Conversation Children from age 3 to grade 3 are invited to take part in our Young Children and Worship program in Studio B on the mezzanine level. Anthem When Jesus Left His Father s Throne Fairfield (Southern folk hymn) Colin Farley, tenor arr. David N. Johnson When Jesus left his Father s throne, He chose an humble birth; A babe, unhonored and unknown, He came to dwell on earth. Let us, like him, in knowledge grow, In wisdom and in peace, Like him, in love, and faith also, As years and strength increase. Sweet were his words and kind his look, When mothers round him pressed; Their infants in his arms he took, And on his bosom blessed. Safe from the world s alluring harms, Beneath his watchful eye, Thus in the circle of his arms May we forever lie. - James Montgomery, 1816

4 Prayer for Illumination Beth Rom Scripture Reading 1 Chronicles 11:1-9 Then all Israel gathered together to David at Hebron and said, See, we are your bone and fl esh. For some time now, even while Saul was king, it was you who commanded the army of Israel. The Lord your God said to you: It is you who shall be shepherd of my people Israel, you who shall be ruler over my people Israel. So all the elders of Israel came to the king at Hebron, and David made a covenant with them at Hebron before the Lord. And they anointed David king over Israel, according to the word of the Lord by Samuel. David and all Israel marched to Jerusalem, that is Jebus, where the Jebusites were, the inhabitants of the land. The inhabitants of Jebus said to David, You will not come in here. Nevertheless David took the stronghold of Zion, now the city of David. David had said, Whoever attacks the Jebusites fi rst shall be chief and commander. And Joab son of Zeruiah went up fi rst, so he became chief. David resided in the stronghold; therefore it was called the city of David. He built the city all around, from the Millo in complete circuit; and Joab repaired the rest of the city. And David became greater and greater, for the Lord of hosts was with him. One: Many: The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Sermon Harbingers of the Savior: David Rev. Kevin J. Long * Affirmation of Faith Apostles 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 by the Holy Ghost, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and sitteth on 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 Ghost; the holy catholic church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen. * Hymn 268 Crown Him with Many Crowns Diademata Offering (See announcement pages for ways to give.) Offertory Comfort, Comfort Now My People Genevan 42 Chancel Choir arr. David Ashley White (The text and tune may be found at Hymn 87 in Glory to God.) * Doxology (Hymn 606) Old Hundredth Prayers of the People and the Lord s Prayer ( and forgive us our debts... ) Choral Response People, Look East Besançon carol (The text and tune may be found at Hymn 105, stanza 1 in Glory to God.)

5 * Hymn 93 Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates Truro * Benediction Postlude Truro setting by Ewald Weiß (The tune may be found at Hymns 93, 246, and 772 in Glory to God.) * Those who are comfortably able may stand. The flowers today are given in loving memory of Rol F. Kinney from his family. Thank you: Ushers: Jim MacDougall, Tim Merrill and Oliver Rea. Sound Personnel: Dave Breit. Childcare Workers: Morna Murray, Jamie Petro, Chelsea Safran, and Colleen Sipes.

6 Sunday School 10 AM Pre-K - Kindergarten...Studio A Grades Studio B Grade Studio C Nursery Ages Birth nd Floor Middle School...Grades 6-8 Meet in the Faith House Lounge High School...Grades Meet in the Faith House Lounge Confirmation...Grade 9 Meet in the Faith House Lounge Connections Class Dining Room This class is geared towards 20, 30, and 40-somethings and is a time for us to connect, not only with God, but with one another. Stop by, grab a cup of coffee, and join us as we begin a new video series Half Truths by Adam Hamilton. Ansby Hall Guest Speaker: Dr. Scott Hagley Do you shake your head at Black Friday riots and Fa la la la Lattes, but end up participating anyway? Join us as we explore God s gift economy and what practices cultivate consumeristic desires. December 9 The Myth of Expansion and a theology of place In the Word: John with Joan Library Bible study on the book of John. Joan Murdoch will lead this informal Bible study with the aid of John for Everyone by N.T. Wright. 3 Ways to Give ONLINE sewickleypresby.org/give CHECK / CASH Make checks payable to SPC Weekly Groups Visit our website for complete details: SUNDAY High School Youth Group 2:30-4 PM Join us for our new series, "Can I ask that?" Middle School Youth Group 4-5:15 PM Faith House HS Lounge TUESDAY Koinonia 9:15-11 AM Chapel & Willets Room This women s group meets weekly for communion & study. Study: Acts for Everyone part 2 by NT Wright Men s Huddle 6:30 PM Faith House Each week we enjoy a simple meal together and then break into study groups. Study: Prayer: Experiencing Awe and Intimacy with God by Tim Keller WEDNESDAY Bible Basics 11 AM Willets Room Adults are invited to join other SPC members as they are currently working their way through the book of Matthew. Rev. Kevin Long leads this discussion and study group each week. CLUB 345 3:45-5 PM Faith House Kids in grades 3, 4 & 5 are invited to join in this afterschool program which focuses on discipleship, ministry, and fellowship led by Brian Mack. THURSDAY Knitting for Mission 1 PM Faith House Room 2C Do you like to knit or would you like to learn how? This group meets weekly to work on projects that support local and international missions. New and experienced knitters are welcome! FRIDAY Journeymen 8:15 AM Faith House Room 2A This men s group meets on the 1 st and 3 rd Fridays of each month for communion and study. Study: Acts, the Holy Spirit Transforms Lives by Q Place TEXT Text: / Message: giveatspc

7 Coming Up ADVENT & CHRISTMAS Advent Lessons & Carols Today 4 PM Sanctuary Discover the miracle of the Advent season through beautiful music & scripture readings. Music will be performed by our Chancel Choir, Calvin Handbell Choir, Westminster Ringers, soloists and instrumentalists. This service will be video streamed live. Visit our website if you aren t able to attend. The Not-So-Ordinary Christmas Service December 16 9 AM Sanctuary Kids from one to ninety-two are invited to hear, see, and take part in this exciting and interactive retelling of the Christmas story. Journey to Bethlehem with the shepherds and wise men to discover the best Christmas gift ever! This service is geared towards children and their families. All Youth Christmas Party December PM Faith House All youth are welcome to join us for our fi nal event of 2018, where we will be celebrating another great year with some of our favorite traditions: the hot chocolate bar, white elephant gift exchange, Christmas cookie and ornament decorating, and ugly sweater contest. We even have some new traditions to start as well. So join us next Sunday bring your favorite party food to share, and we will provide the beverages. It s gonna be a blast! GIVING TREE Stop by the Robinson Room and check out the Giving Tree (it's the one loaded with envelopes!). Every year we partner with Union Aid to help families in the Quaker Valley School District. Union Aid asks that we purchase gift cards so that the families may shop for their children. Sign out an envelope and follow the directions on the front. That's all there is to it. The deadline to return all gift cards is December 14. Contact Brian Mack at bmack@sewickleypresby.org if you have any questions. Thank you! ADVENT CANDLE LIGHTING Start a new tradition this year by being a part of our Advent services. We need individuals or families to light the Advent candle each Sunday leading up to, and including, Christmas Eve. There are still time slots available. Visit our website to sign up. ADVENT DEVOTIONALS Pick up your free Advent devotional written by the members of our church who traveled to the Czech Republic and the mission partners they met and worshipped with this summer. Church-Wide Christmas Caroling December 23 6:30 PM Meet at the Faith House All ages and musical abilities are encouraged to help spread holiday cheer as we walk to 316 Beaver, Linden Place, Union Aid Apartments, and other locations singing Christmas carols! Afterwards, we ll gather for hot cocoa & cookies in the Faith House. Christmas Eve Candlelight Services December 24 5, 8, and 10 PM Sanctuary Experience a beautiful worship service celebrating the birth of our Savior around candlelight, music, and God s word. Childcare available for 5 & 8 PM services End of Year Worship Service December AM Sanctuary End the year worshiping together! Rev. Graham Standish will be our guest preacher. CHRISTMAS FOOD BASKET COLLECTION We are still in need of some items to fi ll the food baskets. Below is a list of items and the quantities that are still needed. Cereal 29 Mustard 58 Oatmeal 48 Ketchup 49 Peanut Butter 31 Mayonnaise 63 Jelly 52 Coffee 57 Spaghetti 20 Pasta Sauce 28 Dried Fruit 22 Nuts 67 Tea 23 Cocoa 67 Food basket delivery will take place on December 15. Please consider signing up to help this year. It really is an awesome experience to hand deliver a food basket to a family or individual in need at Christmas time. You may sign-up on our website.

8 SPC THIS WEEK Sunday, 9 December 2018 Second Sunday of Advent 8:00 AM Worship Communion Service, CH 9:00 AM Worship Service, SANC 10:00 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Worship Service, SANC 2:30 PM High School Youth Group, FH-HL 4:00 PM Middle School Youth Group, FH-HL 4:00 PM Lessons & Carols Service, SANC Monday, 10 December :30 AM Sanctuary Task Force Meeting, AH 9:00 AM FriendShip II Christmas Show, RR 1:00 PM Village Garden Club Auction Set-Up, FH-HL 7:00 PM Book Club, FH-2C 7:00 PM Overeaters Anonymous, CA 7:15 PM AA Beginners Meeting, AH 8:30 PM AA Meeting, DR Tuesday, 11 December 2018 Interpretaion Deadline 9:00 AM FriendShip Pre-K Christmas Show, RR 9:00 AM Village Garden Club Tea & Auction, FH-HL 9:15 AM Koinonia Bible Study, CH/WI 6:30 PM Men s Huddle, FH-HL 7:00 PM Cub Scouts, DR 7:00 PM Mission Committee Meeting, FH-2A 7:00 PM Narcotics Anonymous, DR 7:00 PM Young Life Campaigners Meeting, FH-HL 7:15 PM AA Meeting, WI 7:30 PM Nar-Anon Meeting, AH Friday, 14 December :00 AM Samaritan Center Case Conference, FH-HL 6:00 PM Food Basket Set-Up, WI 7:00 PM Amigos Christmas Party, DR Saturday, 15 December 2018 Food Basket Delivery 10:00 AM AA Meeting, AH 10:00 AM Al-Anon, LIB 1:15 PM Center for Hope MS Stocking Delivery Sunday, 16 December 2018 Rev. Kevin J. Long will be preaching. Third Sunday of Advent 8:00 AM Worship Communion Service, CH 9:00 AM Children's Christmas Worship Service, SANC 10:00 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Worship Service, SANC 12:15 PM Christmas Eve Ringers Rehearsal, HR 5:00 PM Youth Christmas Party, FH-HL Wednesday, 12 December :15 AM Staff Meeting, WI 11:00 AM Bible Basics, WI 3:45 PM Club 345, FH-HL 7:00 PM Boy Scouts, DR 7:00 PM Praise Team Rehearsal, SANC 7:30 PM AA, LIB Thursday, 13 December :00 PM Knitting for Mission, FH-2C 7:00 PM Chancel Choir Christmas Party at the MacDougall's 7:00 PM Deacon Meeting, FH-2C ROOM CODES Main Church Building AH CA CH CR DR HR Ansby Hall Campbell Room Chapel Choir Room Dining Room Handbell Room Faith House: FH LIB RR SANC SR WI Library Robinson Room Sanctuary Session Room Willets Room HL High School Lounge 2A 2 nd Floor Room A TR Trevor s Room 2B 2 nd Floor Room B MR Middle School Room 2C 2 Please be praying for the following individuals & their families: nd Floor Room C KI Kitchen OF 2 nd Floor Office SP Sun Porch WR 2 nd Floor Workroom Prayers for Comfort To the family of Rev. Al Schartner, who died recently. PRAYER CORNER Please be praying for the following individuals & their families: Prayers for Healing Mathilda Benson (mother of Lew Benson), Hal Bonnett, Susan Dobbins, Betty Gilliland (mother of Suzie Gilliland), Suzie Gilliland, Chris Hayward, David Henderson, Anne Kelley, Virginia Monaghan (mother of Carol Weir), Prayers for Comfort For the family of Jemele Sanderson, who died recently; for Mary Murphy on the death of her sister. Mary Murphy, Camdyn Russell (cousin of Rev. Kevin Long), Karen Safran, Joanna Sarsfi eld, Renee Shutak (sister of Debbie Prayers Cain), Nancy for Healing Lewis Siler Hal (aunt Bonnett, of Beth James Whiteman), Carson Betsy (father Stein, of Wayne Mary Swan Carson), (mother Jim Darby, of David Dorothy Swan), Dean, Pat Szuba June and (mother Barry of Dietrich Mike and (parents Tom Szuba), of Dwight Sally Dietrich), Thompson, Betty Skooter Gilliland Van (mother Kirk (son of Suzie of Jane Gilliland), Van Kirk), Suzie Amanda Gilliland, Walters Ginny (mother Gladstone, of Aileen Eddie Happe), Groll (grandson Claire Wear of (daughter-in-law Eva Grollová, Czech of Jim mission Wear) partner), and Kay Winni Wiegand. Hayward, David Henderson, Anne Kelley, Gaylord Larsen, Mary Murphy, Karen Safran, Joanna Sarsfi eld, Nancy Lewis Siler (aunt of Beth Whiteman), Mary Swan (mother of David Swan), Prayers for Protection Torrence Taylor (son of Morna Murray), who is serving in the Army overseas. Pat Szuba (mother of Mike and Tom Szuba), Sally Thompson, Skooter Van Kirk (son of Jane Van Kirk), Kay Wiegand, and Roger Prayers Wiegand. for Mission Partners Center for Hope. Prayers for Mission Partners Community Youth Worker, Floyd Faulkner.