March 3, AM Worship

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1 Sewickley Presbyterian Church Welcomes You! March 3, AM Worship We aspire to be a church where the Gospel of Jesus Christ is faithfully proclaimed and faithfully lived in grateful response to God s love.

2 Sunday Worship Times 8 AM, 9 AM & 11 AM AM, AM 11 AM 10 AM Sunday School 10 AM Sunday School Rev. Kevin J. Long, Pastor klong@sewickleypresby.org Rev. Derek Davenport Parish Associate Pastor for Discipleship ddavenport@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 Passacaglia and Finale on Abbot s Leigh Austin C. Lovelace (The tune may be found at Hymns 298, 309, and 409 in Glory to God.) Introit Jesus on the Mountain Peak Norm Jonkman Chancel Choir Jesus on the mountain peak stands alone in glory blazing. Let us, if we dare to speak, join the saints and angels praising, Alleluia, Alleluia! - The Rev. Dr. Brian Wren * Call to Worship Psalm 89:1-2, 52 Elder Annie Gensheimer One: I will sing of your steadfast love, O Lord, forever. Many: With my mouth I will proclaim your faithfulness to all generations. One: I declare that your steadfast love is established forever. Many: Your faithfulness is as firm as the heavens. One: Blessed be the Lord forever. Amen and Amen. Many: Let us worship God! * Hymn 409 God Is Here! Abbot s Leigh * Corporate Prayer of Confession O LORD we pray, absolve your people from their offences that through your bountiful goodness we may all be delivered from those sins which by our frailty we have committed. We ask you to grant this prayer, Lord, for the sake of Jesus Christ our blessed Lord and Saviour. Prayers and Collects, d * 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 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.

4 Prayer for Illumination Velma Saire Scripture Reading Mark 9:1-10 And he said to them, Truly I tell you, there are some standing here who will not taste death until they see that the kingdom of God has come with power. Six days later, Jesus took with him Peter and James and John, and led them up a high mountain apart, by themselves. And he was transfi gured before them, and his clothes became dazzling white, such as no one on earth could bleach them. And there appeared to them Elijah with Moses, who were talking with Jesus. Then Peter said to Jesus, Rabbi, it is good for us to be here; let us make three dwellings, one for you, one for Moses, and one for Elijah. He did not know what to say, for they were terrifi ed. Then a cloud overshadowed them, and from the cloud there came a voice, This is my Son, the Beloved; listen to him! Suddenly when they looked around, they saw no one with them any more, but only Jesus. As they were coming down the mountain, he ordered them to tell no one about what they had seen, until after the Son of Man had risen from the dead. So they kept the matter to themselves, questioning what this rising from the dead could mean. One: Many: The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God. Sermon Soap Selection System Rev. Derek Davenport * 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. Offering (See announcement page for ways to give.) Offertory The Lightener of the Stars Robert Buckley Farlee Bronwyn Cantalano, soprano Behold the Lightener of the stars on the crests of the clouds and the choralists of the sky lauding Him. Coming down with acclaim from Father above, harp and lyre of song sounding to Him. Christ, Thou refuge of my love, why should not I raise thy fame! Angels and saints melodious singing to Thee. Son of the Mary of graces, of exceeding white purity of beauty, joy were it to me to be in the fi elds of Thy riches. Christ, my beloved, O Christ of the Holy Blood, by day and by night I praise Thee. - originally in the Celtic language of the Western Isles of Scotland; trans. Alexander Carmichael * Doxology (Hymn 606) Old Hundredth

5 Sacrament of the Lord s Supper Invitation Prayer of Thanksgiving and the Lord s Prayer ( And forgive us our debts... ) Choral Response This Is God s Beloved Son! Norm Jonkman Words of Institution This is God s beloved Son! Law and prophets sing before him. First and last and only One. All creation shall adore Him! Alleluia, Alleluia! - The Rev. Dr. Brian Wren Sharing of the Bread All of the bread used in this service is gluten-free. Sharing of the Cup The outer ring of cups contain wine. The inner rings contain grape juice Music during Communion Holy Sound, Holy Sight Jane Marshall Chancel Choir Holy sound, holy sight: Holy sight, holy sight: winter s breeze in stiffened leaves, deep blue after-rain sky, soft-creature footsteps bending in winds, ancient crust on tender boughs, dry wood. tall grass, dormant, but alive. God of sound and sight, laudamus te. (We praise you). - The Rev. Mr. John Thornburg Alla Marcia (In the Manner of a March) Gordon Jacob Prayer * Hymn 451 Open My Eyes, That I May See Open My Eyes * Benediction Postlude Voluntary in A Minor. Op. 6, No. VIII John Stanley I. Largo II. Vivace * Those who are comfortably able may stand. The flowers today are given in loving memory of Stephen J. Simons from his wife, Dolly Simons, and his daughter, Stephanie O Kane. Thank you: Communion Servers: Art Bomberger, Eric Fulmer, Annie Gensheimer, RC Hayden, Dwight Howes, Deborah Murdoch, Becky Senior, Ann Strong, Tina Thomas, and Deborah Tranter. Ushers: Linda Benson. Sound Personnel: Dave Breit. Childcare Workers: Morna Murray, Jamie Petro, Chelsea Safran, and Colleen Sipes.

6 Sunday School 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 Join us in the dining room for third installment in the video series Why?: Making Sense of God s Will. Bestselling author Adam Hamilton brings fresh insight to the question of the age-old question of how to understand God s will. Rejecting simplistic answers, Hamilton lays out core ideas for understanding God s plan for the world. This week, we will discuss Why can t I see God s will for my life? Who Is This Man? Ansby Hall March 3 Join us in Ansby Hall as we explore the life and impact of Jesus through John Ortberg s video series Who Is This Man? Ortberg discusses how Jesus infl uence has swept over history, bringing his inspiration to the arts, science, government, medicine, and education, inspiring us to lead lives of dignity and compassion. This week, we will look at the fi nal section, Three Days that Changed the World. In the Word: John with Joan Library Bible study on the book of John. SPC member Joan Murdoch leads this informal Bible study with the aid of John for Everyone by N.T. Wright. Weekly Groups Visit our website for complete details: SUNDAY Youth Group 4 PM Faith House High School Lounge Women's Book Study This study will resume in March TUESDAY Koinonia 9:15-11 AM Chapel & Willets Room This women s group meets weekly for prayer & 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: Romans 1-7 For You by Timothy Keller

7 Coming Up MARDI GRAS PANCAKE SUPPER March 5 6 PM Don't forget to RSVP for our annual all-you-can eat pancake and sausage supper! Let's kick-off the Lent season together! RSVP on our website or on the Robinson Room kiosk. Cost: Adults: $8 Kids 12 & under: $5 Max. Family: $25 New Church Members & their family: No Cost LENTEN SERMON SERIES Begins Sunday March :45 PM Join us during Lent as we accompany Jesus through the last 24 hours of his life as told by the Gospel of Mark. March 10: The Last Supper March 17: Where Is Your Gethsemane? March 24: Denying Jesus March 31: Son of the Father April 7: Taking Up Your Cross ASH WEDNESDAY WORSHIP March 6 12 PM & 7:30 PM Chapel CONFIRMATION RETREAT March PM Faith House LENTEN SOUP SUPPERS & STUDIES Begin March :45 PM Join us during Lent as we meet together for a simple supper followed by a separate study for adults and kids. Soup donations always welcome. Adult Study: Rev. Long and Rev. Davenport will lead the studies using the video series If You Want to Walk on Water You've Got to Get Out of the Boat by John Ortberg. Kids Study: Brian Mack will show our kids how Jesus is the Living Water. Soup donations are always welcome and sign-ups will be available on our website this week. LENTEN SMALL GROUP WITH GRAHAM STANDISH Mondays beginning March 11 6:30-8 PM Faith House Dates: March 11, 18, 25, April 1, 8, & 15 Book: The Life of the Beloved by Henri Nouwen We invite you to join Rev. Dr. Graham Standish for a lenten small group. Explore what it means to live a deep life with God and to feel what we truly are: beloved by God. The book is available in the church offi ce or you may order on the Amazon website. Space is limited. Please sign-up online now. NEIGHBORS IN NEED We are collecting full-sized toiletries and personal care products for those in need in and around our community. Won't you help? Donations are needed by March 10 and can be placed at any church entrance in the brown, woven baskets. Financial contributions are also accepted to supplement the donated items. REQUESTED ITEMS: Shampoo Conditioner Toothpaste Toothbrushes Feminine Products Mouthwash Bar Soap (women s & men s) Dish Soap Shaving Cream Detergent 3 Ways to Give ONLINE sewickleypresby.org/give CHECK / CASH Make checks payable to SPC TEXT Text: / Message: giveatspc Deodorant (women s & men s) Hand Cream Disposable Razors Adult & infant diapers

8 SPC THIS WEEK Sunday, 3 March :00 AM Worship Communion Service, CH 9:00 AM Worship Communion Service, SANC 10:00 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Worship Communion Service, SANC 4:00 PM Youth Group, FH-HL Monday, 4 March :00 PM Overeaters Anonymous, CA 7:15 PM AA Beginners Meeting, AH 8:30 PM AA Meeting, DR Tuesday, 5 March :30 AM Technology Committee Meeting, AH 9:15 AM Koinonia Bible Study, WI 6:00 PM Mardi Gras Pancake Supper, DR 6:30 PM Men s Huddle, FH-HL Wednesday, 6 March :15 AM Staff Meeting, WI 11:00 AM Bible Basics, WI 12:00 PM Ash Wednesday Communion Service, CH 3:45 PM Club 345, FH-HL 5:30 PM Property Committee Meeting, FH-2A 7:00 PM Boy Scouts, DR 7:00 PM Fellowship & Hospitality Committee Mtg., FH-2A 7:00 PM Young Life Campaigners Meeting, FH-HL 7:30 PM AA Meeting, LIB 7:30 PM Ash Wednesday Communion Service, CH Thursday, 7 March :00 AM FriendShip Disability Awareness Presentation, RR 1:00 PM Knitting for Mission, FH-2C 6:30 PM Samaritan Center Meeting, FH-2A 6:45 PM Westminster Ringers, HR 7:00 PM Personnel Committee Meeting, FH-2B 7:00 PM Narcotics Anonymous, DR 7:15 PM AA Meeting, WI 7:30 PM Nar-Anon Meeting, AH 8:00 PM Chancel Choir Rehearsal, CR Friday, 8 March :00 AM Samaritan Center Case Conference, FH-HL 5:00 PM Brownie Troop Meeting, DR Saturday, 9 March :00 AM AA Meeting, AH 10:00 AM Al-Anon, LIB Sunday, 10 March 2019 Rev. Kevin J. Long will be preaching. Daylight Saving Time begins. 8:00 AM Worship Communion Service, CH 9:00 AM Worship Service, SANC 10:00 AM Sunday School 11:00 AM Worship Service, SANC 12:15 PM Calvin Handbell Rehearsal, HR 12:15 PM Youth Group, FH-HL 4:00 PM Confi rmation Retreat, FH-HL 7:00 PM Women's Book Study, 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 HL TR MR KI SP High School Lounge Trevor s Room Middle School Room Kitchen Sun Porch LIB RR SANC SR WI 2A 2B 2C OF WR Library Robinson Room Sanctuary Session Room Willets Room 2 nd Floor Room A 2 nd Floor Room B 2 nd Floor Room C 2 nd Floor Office 2 nd Floor Workroom PRAYER CORNER Please be praying for the following individuals & their families: Please be praying for the following individuals & their families: Prayers for Comfort To the family of Rev. Al Schartner, who died recently. Prayers for Comfort For Tom Szuba and Mike Szuba and their families on the death of their mother, Pat Szuba. For the Prayers family of for Dorothy Healing Dean Mathilda who died Benson recently. (mother of Lew Benson), Hal Bonnett, Susan Dobbins, Betty Gilliland (mother of Prayers Suzie Gilliland), for Healing Suzie Gilliland, Hal Bonnett, Chris Hayward, Jim Darby, David Atleah Henderson, Grubb (mother Anne Kelley, of Mark Virginia Grubb), Monaghan David Henderson, (mother of Anne Carol Kelley, Weir), Andrew Mary Murphy, Machinijiri Camdyn (from Russell Chonde (cousin CCAP), of Rev. Mary Kevin Murphy, Long), Karen Karen Safran, Safran, Joanna Joanna Sarsfi Sarsfi eld, eld, Keith Renee Shipley Shutak (brother (sister of of Debbie Greg Shipley), Cain), Nancy Nancy Lewis Lewis Siler Siler (aunt (aunt of Beth of Beth Whiteman), Whiteman), Betsy Mary Stein, Swan Mary (mother Swan of (mother David Swan), of David Sally Swan), Thompson, Pat Szuba Skooter (mother Van of Kirk Mike (son and of Tom Jane Szuba), Van Kirk), Sally Hartley Thompson, Walker, Skooter Joyce Van Walkingshaw, Kirk (son of Kay Jane Wiegand Van Kirk), and Amanda Roger Walters Wiegand. (mother of Aileen Happe), Claire Wear (daughter-in-law of Jim Wear) and Kay Wiegand. Prayers for Discernment For the APNC (Associate Pastor Nominating Committee). Prayers for Protection Torrence Taylor (son of Morna Murray), who is serving in the Army overseas. Prayers for Safety Vivien Luk (Work Executive Director) and Ian Rosenberger (Work founder and board chair) in Haiti. Prayers for Mission Partners Center for Hope.