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1 THE SERVICE OF WORSHIP FOR THE LORD S DAY BAPTISM OF OUR LORD ORDINATION AND INSTALLATION OF ELDERS AND DEACONS January 13, :30 a.m. * All who are able may stand Congregation reads aloud the bold print THE TIME OF CENTERING "Our calling is where our deepest gladness and the world's hunger meet." ~ Frederick Buechner THE COMMUNITY OF FAITH GATHERS PRELUDE Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart Mark Hayes Jeffrey DeVault, organ WELCOME Rev. Kathie S. Pownall THE LIGHT OF CHRIST ENTERS Take Me to the Water Chancel Choir African-American spiritual *CALL TO WORSHIP Sisters and brothers, today we recall: Jesus came to the waters of baptism. In baptism, our Creator claims us and frees us from the power of hatred and death. In baptism we are joined to Christ and we are joined together in unity, recalling, There is no longer Jew or Greek, there is no longer slave or free, there is no longer male or female, for all of you are one in Christ Jesus. In baptism, the Spirit of God anoints us for ministry and makes us signs of divine love. It is the mark of acceptance into the church and the beginning of our growth into full Christian faith and discipleship. Therefore on this day, the whole church, the Body of Christ, remembers and celebrates. Let us worship God! *HYMN NO. 476 Crashing Waters at Creation

2 PRAYER OF CONFESSION based on Isaiah 43: 1-2 Gracious God, we confess that too often we live as though we are fearful, not faithful. When we encounter the waters of chaos and confusion, we don t easily pass through them, but we obsess about the height of the water instead of the sight of the other side. You promised to walk through the rivers with us. Help us believe. And help our unbelief. (Time of silent personal confession) ASSURANCE OF PARDON Thus says the God who created you and formed us in God s image: Do not fear, for I have redeemed you; I have called you by name, you are mine. This is the good news! I belong to God! *RESPONSE (all sing) Baptized in Water NO. 482, v. 3 Baptized in water, sealed by the Spirit, marked with the sign of Christ our King; Born of the Spirit, we are God s children; joyfully now God s praises we sing. *GREETING OF PEACE Since God has made peace with us, let us make peace with each other. The peace of Christ be with you all. And also with you. (We greet each other: The peace of Christ be with you. Please feel free to just place your hand over your heart during the passing of the peace. We want you to stay healthy as well as peaceful.) CHILDREN S SERMON Christina Pressley PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION The Waters of Life James Biery Chancel Choir The Father s voice calls us above the waters The glory of the Son shines on us The love of the spirit fills us with life SCRIPTURE LESSONS Isaiah 42:1-9 p. 584 The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Matthew 3:13-17 p. 784

3 MEDITATION To What Are You Called? Kathie Pownall *HYMN NO. 489 Wonder of Wonders, Here Revealed vs. 1, 2, & 4 JOYS AND CONCERNS INVITATION TO THE OFFERING OFFERTORY Water of Life Noble Cain Chancel Choir Water of Life, eternal Spring, from the heavenly fountain, Let me drink my fill with Thee, pure as snow-clad mountain; Let mankind that thirsteth here, in this world below, Feel Thy cooling grace in heart, and Thy goodness know. As that early well did give strength to weary frame, Let me draw the drink for Thee, believing in Thy Name; And, in turn, behold Thy face, listen to Thy voice, Drinking of Thy living well, make my heart rejoice! Savior, in Thy heav nly grace may Thy mercy rain Streams of living water down on men s souls again. Let my strength thus be renewed, as I work for Thee; Let my life thus be assured, live eternally! Amen *DOXOLOGY (all sing) Praise God who calls us on from here, Words by Rev. Roger Lynn Praise Christ whose Presence calms our fear. Praise Holy Spirit in our lives, God calls and leads and through us thrives. Amen *PRAYER OF DEDICATION Holy Spirit, flow through us with the gift of baptismal waters, so that we might become a river of reconciliation. Grant us Your peace, O God, that we might carry it to others like an ever-flowing stream. Set our hope on Christ, so we might build such hope in our neighborhoods and communities. As we open our hands and our hearts to You, O God, might our lives become a living prayer that shares the abundance of Your love and grace. In Your holy name we pray. Amen.

4 ORDINATION AND INSTALLATION OF DEACONS AND RULING ELDERS RULING ELDERS DEACONS Dorothy Harding, Class of 2021 Sally Coulson, Class of 2021 Marcie Jorgensen*, Class of 2021 Carol Schlegel, Class of 2021 Melanie Slezak, Class of 2021 *To be ordained LITANY OF GIFTS from Romans 12 As in one body we have many parts and each part has its own function, so all of us together with Christ are one body, and we all belong to each other. We have different gifts according to the grace God has given us. If your gift is to hear God s Word, Speak it out in faith. If your gift is service, Live to serve others. If your gift is the heart of a teacher, Teach what is true. Let preachers preach with conviction, and givers give freely; Let officers work diligently for the people, and let those who serve the poor serve gladly. Let us not lack for enthusiasm, but be ardent in spirit, Serving the Lord, rejoicing in hope, patient in suffering, constant in prayer, supporting one another and welcoming all! STATEMENT OF ORDINATION AND INSTALLATION PRESENTATION OF CANDIDATES Clerk of Session: Representing the one, holy, catholic, and apostolic church, the Session of Concord Presbyterian Church now ordains Marcie Jorgensen as a Ruling Elder. The Session also installs to active service those who have been previously ordained: Deacons Sally Coulson and Carol Schlegel and Ruling Elders Dorothy Harding and Melanie Slezak. REAFFIRMATION OF THE BAPTISMAL COVENANT

5 RENUNCIATIONS Trusting in the gracious mercy of God, do you turn from the ways of sin and renounce evil and its power in the world? Ruling Elders and Deacons: I do. Do you turn to Jesus Christ and accept him as your Lord and Savior, trusting in his grace and love? Ruling Elders and Deacons: I do. Will you be Christ's faithful disciple, obeying his Word and showing his love? Ruling Elders and Deacons: I will, with God's help. RENEWAL OF BAPTISM The Lord be with you. And also with you. Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. It is right to give our thanks and praise. Eternal and gracious God, we give you thanks By your Holy Spirit renew us, that we may be empowered to do your will and continue forever in the risen life of Christ, to whom, with you and the Holy Spirit, be all glory and honor, now and forever. We pray in the name of Jesus, saying Our Father Remember your baptism and be thankful. In the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. *AFFIRMATION OF FAITH USING THE APOSTLES CREED With the whole church, let us confess our faith. Do you believe in God, the Father almighty? I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. Do you believe in Jesus Christ? I believe in Jesus Christ, God's only Son, our Lord, who was conceived by the Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, died, and was buried; he descended to the dead. On the third day he rose again; he ascended into heaven, he is seated at the right hand of the Father, and he will come to judge the living and the dead. (cont d)

6 Do you believe in the Holy Spirit? I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy catholic church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the resurrection of the body, and the life everlasting. Amen. CONSTITUTIONAL QUESTIONS TO THE CANDIDATES Do you trust in Jesus Christ your Savior, acknowledge him Lord of all and Head of the Church, and through him believe in one God, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit? Ruling Elders and Deacons: I do. Do you accept the Scriptures of the Old and New Testaments to be, by the Holy Spirit, the unique and authoritative witness to Jesus Christ in the Church universal, and God's Word to you? Ruling Elders and Deacons: I do. Do you sincerely receive and adopt the essential tenets of the Reformed faith as expressed in the confessions of our church as authentic and reliable expositions of what Scripture leads us to believe and do, and will you be instructed and led by those confessions as you lead the people of God? Ruling Elders and Deacons: I do and I will. Will you fulfill your ministry in obedience to Jesus Christ, under the authority of Scripture, and be continually guided by our confessions? Ruling Elders and Deacons: I will. Will you be governed by our church's polity, and will you abide by its discipline? Will you be a friend among your colleagues in ministry, working with them, subject to the ordering of God's Word and Spirit? Ruling Elders and Deacons: I will. Will you in your own life seek to follow the Lord Jesus Christ, love your neighbors, and work for the reconciliation of the world? Ruling Elders and Deacons: I will. Do you promise to further the peace, unity, and purity of the church? Ruling Elders and Deacons: I do. Will you pray for and seek to serve the people with energy, intelligence, imagination, and love? Ruling Elders and Deacons: I will. (cont d)

7 (To Deacons): Will you be a faithful deacon, teaching charity, urging concern, and directing the people's help to the friendless and those in need? In your ministry will you try to show the love and justice of Jesus Christ? Deacons: I will. (To Elders): Will you be a faithful ruling elder, watching over the people, providing for their worship, nurture, and service? Will you share in government and discipline, serving in councils of the church, and in your ministry will you try to show the love and justice of Jesus Christ? Ruling Elders: I will. CONGREGATIONAL QUESTIONS Clerk of Session: Do we, the members of Concord Presbyterian Church, accept these servants as Deacons and Ruling Elders, chosen by God through the voice of this congregation to lead us in the way of Jesus Christ? We do. Do we agree to encourage them, to respect their decisions, and to follow as they guide us, serving Jesus Christ who alone is Head of the Church? We do. ORDINATION AND LAYING ON OF HANDS (Elders may come forward) DECLARATION OF ORDINATION WELCOME THE NEWLY ORDAINED AND INSTALLED *HYMN NO. 69 Here I Am, Lord *CHARGE AND BENEDICTION *RESPONSE (choir only) Take Me to the Water African-American spiritual POSTLUDE The Heavens Declare Benedetto Marcello Jeffrey DeVault, organ Welcome visitors! We are glad that you have chosen to worship with us today. Please record your name, address, and phone number/ on one of the Connection Cards in the pew and introduce yourself to the pastor as you leave. All are invited to join us for light refreshments and fellowship after church in the back of the Sanctuary.

8 Assisting in the service of worship are: Deacon-in-Charge: Ron McKinney Liturgist: Wes Diemer Ushers: Jim Miller, Liz Rowe The flowers today are given to the glory of God by Jo Ann Cipolla in loving memory of my parents Samuel & Josephine Cipolla. Weekly Prayer List (follows directory): Holly & Bob Reuther Trey Reuther, Sarah Reuther Liz Rowe Phoebe Rowe, Brian Rowe Large-print bulletins, hymnals, and Bibles are available for use during the worship service. Please ask an usher for assistance. Pastoral Care: The Rev. Kathie Pownall is currently providing pastoral care for our Concord family and would love to visit anyone not just in times of crisis. If you would like a visit, contact her at 302/ or kspownallkathie@aol.com to set up a time. Concord now accepts donations via several electronic methods: Scanning the QR code with your smart phone will connect you with a Concord website page to allow credit card donations Use PayPal to send a donation to Concord at donations@concordpc.org Use your personal banking app (utilizing Zelle ) to send a cash donation to donations@concordpc.org. Winter Weather Cancellations: If conditions force us to cancel services or activities, we will send an alert via our Concord Connects distribution list, leave a message on the Church Office voice mail ( , opt. 1), and have the cancellation included on WDEL1150 SnoWatch. Come visit us on Facebook for photos, announcements, events, and engaging questions. If something catches your eye or touches your heart, like it or share it with friends. CONCORD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 1800 FAIRFAX BOULEVARD WILMINGTON, DELAWARE (302) info@concordpc.org The Rev. Elizabeth Lyman (302) elizabeth.lyman@concordpc.org The Rev. Kathie S. Pownall, Pastoral Care (302) kspownallkathie@aol.com Christina Pressley, Director of Children s & Youth Ministries christina.pressley@concordpc.org Matthew Pressley, Minister of Music matthew.pressley@concordpc.org

9 Sunday School & Family Activities Sunday School Clean-Up today, 12:30-2:30pm: Sunday School teachers and students, as well as youth looking for volunteer hours, are needed to help clean up following the busy holiday season! We will be cleaning out and organizing the Art Closet and Sunday School classrooms. As part of Souper Bowl of Caring, Concord s JH & SH Sunday School and Youth Group are collecting nonperishable food and monetary donations to support Hanover Food Closet, whose mission is to serve the hungry in Wilmington and the surrounding communities. The items can be dropped off in the Narthex or the Preschool entrance from Jan. 20-Feb. 3. Monetary donations may be dropped in the offering. Checks should be made to Concord Church, memo: Souper Bowl of Caring. By action of the Session of Concord Presbyterian Church, there will be a meeting of the congregation on Sunday, January 27, immediately following worship to receive the budget, elect a Deacon, and handle any other business that may rightly come before it. Potluck Lunch to follow in Fellowship Hall. Memorable Leaders in Christian History Sundays through Feb. 10 9:30-10:20am, Jessie s Room This film series explores the 7 th century world of Celtic spirituality and the impact of the Roman church s traditions upon it, as well as some of the people who shaped the future of the church in northern England. Come learn about some people you may never have heard of: Oswald, Aidan, Hild, Cuthbert, Wilfred, and Bede. Concord Book Club Sundays, 9:45-10:25am, Sanctuary Lounge: Now reading and discussing Mudbound by Hillary Jordon. You are invited to attend our Bible Study groups which discuss the background of the scripture for each Sunday s sermon: Mug & Muffin Bible Study 9:30am in the Sanctuary Lounge. Thaddeus Arc Men s Bible Study 11:30am in the Library. Faith in Literature Our next meeting will be Monday, Jan. 21, 1:00pm, at the home of Joyce Johnson ( ). We are reading Our Kids: the American Dream in Crisis, a new book by Robert Putnam. Please read through Chapter 4 Schooling.

10 CALENDAR Sunday, January 13 Ordination/Installation of Officers Kathie Pownall preaching 9:30 am Adult CE Jessie s Room 9:45 am Book Club Sanctuary Lounge 10:30 am Worship in the Sanctuary 10:50 am Children/Youth Sunday School 11:45 am Pastor Nominating Committee Jessie s Room 12:30 pm Sunday School Clean-up F205 Monday, January 14 Annual Report Deadline 9:00 am Diaspora Prayer Group 1:00 pm Prayer Shawls Sanctuary Lounge 7:00 pm Covenant Bible Study Jessie s Room Tuesday, January 15 Preschool Chapel 11:30 am Staff Meeting Jessie s Room 7:00 pm New Life AA Fellowship Hall 7:00 pm Spiritual Formation F203 7:00 pm Worship & Music Jessie s Room Wednesday, January 16 Preschool Chapel 9:30 am Mug & Muffin Bible Study Sanctuary Lounge 12:00 pm Women s AA Jessie s Room 7:00 pm SAGA AA Fellowship Hall Thursday, January 17 Preschool Conferences (pm) 11:30 am Thaddeus Arc Men s Bible Study Library 7:30 pm Chancel Choir Chapel Friday, January 18 Childcare Only, Preschool Conferences Saturday, January 19 7:00 am Covenant Bible Study Jessie s Room 7:00 pm Step Solutions AA Fellowship Hall Sunday, January 20 A Celebration of Martin Luther King, Jr. Elizabeth Lyman preaching 9:30 am Adult CE Jessie s Room 9:45 am Book Club Sanctuary Lounge 10:30 am Worship in the Sanctuary 10:50 am Children/Youth Sunday School 11:30 am Special Session Meeting Sanctuary Lounge 11:45 am Pastor Nominating Committee Jessie s Room 5:00 pm Youth Group Service Project Prep Monday, January 21 Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Church Office & Preschool closed Courier Deadline 9:00 am Diaspora Prayer Group 1:00 pm Faith in Literature Joyce Johnson 7:00 pm Covenant Bible Study Jessie s Room