First Presbyterian Church 101 S. Center St., Marshalltown, Iowa 50158 Phone 641-753-5929 E-mail presmtwn@mchsi.com www.nivlac.org 9:00 a.m. October 4, 2015 The prophet Joel (2:23, NIV) says: "Be glad, people of Zion, rejoice in the Lord your God, for He has given you the autumn rains because He is faithful." Welcome, this autumn day, as we rejoice together in God's goodness! Large print bulletins are available and children s bulletins are available on the table in the Narthex. A nursery is available for infants up to 5 years of age.
Those who are able are invited to stand. PRELUDE Sonata No. 2 in F Shieko Uno - pianist & Don Perkins - cellist LIFE OF THE CONGREGATION Moment of silence to prepare your hearts for worship Vivaldi SONG OF DEVOTION (hymnal & screen) (please remain seated) #138 Holy Ground LET US WORSHIP GOD TOGETHER CALL TO WORSHIP Leader: The Lord reigns, let the nations tremble; He sits enthroned between the cherubim, let the earth shake. People: Great is the Lord in Zion; He is exalted over all the nations. Let them praise Your great and awesome Name He is Holy. Leader: Exalt the Lord our God and worship at His footstool; He is Holy. People: Exalt the Lord our God and worship at His Holy Mountain, for the Lord our God is Holy. INVOCATION Leader: Holy God, clear our hearts and minds from all distraction and worldly concerns. Allow us to fully enter into Your presence so that we can worship You in spirit and truth and honor Your Name. Drive the evil one from our lives and guard us from all his schemes. In Jesus name we pray. Amen SONGS OF PRAISE (screen) #184 Thy Word Speak O Lord CALL TO CONFESSION (Psalm 52:1-7) Leader: Why do you boast of evil, you mighty hero? Why do you boast all day long, you who are a disgrace in the eyes of God? You who practice deceit, your tongue plots destruction; it is like a sharpened razor. You love evil rather than good, falsehood rather than speaking the truth. You love every harmful word, you deceitful tongue! Surely God will bring you down to everlasting ruin: He will snatch you up and pluck you from your tent; He will
uproot you from the land of the living. The righteous will see and fear; they will laugh at you, saying, Here now is the man who did not make God his stronghold but trusted in his great wealth and grew strong by destroying others! Let us confess and repent of our sins so that we might make God our stronghold and savior. Let us confess our sin to God in silent prayer. SILENT PRAYER PRAYER OF CONFESSION Unison: Almighty God, we confess that we have failed to honor You with our lives and have not followed Your Word. Lord teach us to speak Your truth in love to our neighbors and family. Let our Spirit rise up in us and guide us to Your truth. In Jesus name we pray. Amen. ASSURANCE OF PARDON (Psalm 52:8-9) Leader: But I am like an olive tree flourishing in the house of God; I trust in God s unfailing love for ever and ever. For what You have done I will always praise You in the presence of Your faithful people. And I will hope in Your Name, for Your Name is good. Sisters and brothers in Christ believe the good news: you are forgiven through faith in Jesus Christ. AFFIRMATION OF FAITH The Apostles Creed Unison: 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. GLORIA PATRI
MORNING PRAYERS Pastoral Prayer Prayers for the People The Lord's Prayer Children may come down for children's sermon after the Lord's Prayer CHILDREN S SERMON OFFERING OUR GIFTS The Call Offertory The Gift of Love arr. Hopson Doxology: Praise God from whom all blessings flow. Praise Him, all creatures here below. Praise Him above, ye heavenly host. Praise Father, Son and Holy Ghost. Amen And Blessing (remain standing and join hands) Blest Be the Tie That Binds (vs. 1) Blest be the tie that binds, Our hearts in Christian love; The fellowship of kindred minds, Is like to that above. SCRIPTURE READING: Ephesians 4:11-16 NT pg. 1821 SPECIAL MUSIC Chorale Prelude BWV 727 Shieko Uno - pianist & Don Perkins - cellist There is no Children's Church today J. S. Bach SCRIPTURE READING: Malachi 2:1-9 OT pg. 1488 SERMON "Honor God" COMMUNION HYMN (hymnal & screen) #563 Open My Eyes That I May See Rev. Dr. Richard A. King SERVICE OF HOLY COMMUNION Communion is open to all who believe in Jesus Christ. Partake of the bread as it is served; Hold the cup to drink together as one body. LET US LIVE IN THE POWER OF CHRIST HYMN OF DEDICATION (hymnal & screen) #605 Living for Jesus CHARGE & BENEDICTION ORGAN RESPONSE POSTLUDE
New Joys and Concerns Agnes Ward, in ICU at Mary Greeley Hospital recuperating from additional back surgery Lola Rinnan, surgery for breast cancer 10-7-2015 Oliver, Bill Lawyer's great nephew, diagnosed with pancreatic cancer Marcus Henze's Roommate, diagnosed with thyroid cancer Continuing Joys and Concerns The Family of LaVine Meyer, grieving her death Beth Harrison, recuperating from knee surgery Peyton Harvey, 15 year-old friend of Nick Cooper diagnosed with a Ewings Sarcoma of the chest; having chemotherapy before having the mass removed Hudson Boyd, continued health issues Rev. David Githii, continued struggles with the PCEA The Missionaries, supported by First Presbyterian Church Liz Smuck, at Southridge Karen Weiny, mother of Jeff Drummer, at Southridge dealing with MSA, a degenerative disease Jean Brennecke, at Glenwood Place Jean Evans, at Glenwood Place Bette Etter, at Glenwood Place Betty Emmons, in Room 203 at Grandview LaVone Lee, in Room 605 at Grandview Connie Montover, at Grandview Please pray for everyone on our list! Thank you for keeping us informed about joys and concerns. Remember, hospitalized members and friends don t always get on the list at the hospital. We d rather get several calls than none! Phone the church at 753-5929 or e-mail presmtwn@mchsi.com Please let us know if you d like the prayer chain activated. G R A C E The Purpose Statement for First Presbyterian Church of Marshalltown Growing in Christ through worship. Reaching out in fellowship Affirming faith through discipleship Caring for the lost through evangelism. Embracing others in mission and ministry.
Announcements September 27, 2015 I know your deeds, your love and faith, your service and perseverance, and that you are now doing more than you did at first. - Jesus Christ in Revelation 2:19 ---Stewardship Committee Don Perkins and Shieko Uno will present a duo recital for cello and piano today, October 4, at 2:00 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church. The program will be featuring music of J. S. Bach as a starting point and then follows the inspiration of Bach to music written by Camille Saint-Saens, Max Reger, and Heitor Villa-Lobos. A reception will follow the program. Plan to attend and bring a friend. Volunteers are needed to help with Wednesday Club which starts Wednesday, October 7, from 2:30-5:00 p.m. If you can help each week or just once a month, please contact Michelle Wilkinson at 641-485-9711 or the church office at 753-5929.
Pray for First Presbyterian Church, Reinbeck, and First Presbyterian Church, Grundy Center, Iowa - Rev. Mike Campbell & Rev. Sheryl Campbell, Parish Associate. The whole world lives in Your love, holy God, and we are Your people. Send us out in faith to tell Your story and to demonstrate Your truth to every race and nation, so that, won by Your powerful Word, the world may join together giving You praise, and living to serve You in Jesus Christ the Lord. Amen. Altar Flowers: were given by Steve & Wynona Anderson in honor and appreciation of our special guests, sharing their musical gifts. Worship Leader today: 9:00 a.m.: Craig Henze Next Sunday: 9:00 a.m.: Mike Miller Children's Church Helpers today: No Children's Church Next Sunday: Greeters today: 9:00 a.m.: Pat & Mary Hemming Next Sunday: 9:00 a.m.: Deacons today: Pat & Nancy Kremer Next Sunday: Mike & Kari Hancock Fellowship Hosts: Jim & Bonnie Grimmius Next Sunday: Nursery today: Francis Strand and Kevin Next Sunday: Deb Williams Cup Washers today: Steve & Doris Strand Next Sunday: Roger Schoell Donuts today: John & Audrey Bailey Next Sunday: Ken & Fran Smith Sound System: 9:00 a.m.: Steve Anderson Next Sunday: 9:00 a.m.: Diane Broshar If you need a ride to worship or church activities, contact any Deacon. The list is on the back of the bulletin.
`xåuxüá Ç Å áá ÉÇ?? Åt~ Çz t w yyxüxçvx Pastor Rev. Dr. Richard A. King Associate Pastor Rev. Dave Beckmann Pastoral Care Minister Rev. Ian McMullen Youth & Families Director Jon Rottink Office Manager Nancy Diggins CE Coordinator Michelle Wilkinson Choir Director Valerie King Organist Wynona Anderson Assistant Organist Marla Grossman Pianist Cindy Butler Custodian Debbie Armstrong Assistant Custodian Jan Faber Elders Roger Anders Bob Boeyink Doug Boyd Rich Daniels Dave Freel Jim Grimmius Pat Hala Craig Henze Kurt Lynch Karin Podhajsky Larry Schrum Brenda Severson Carter Strand Nancy VanWyk Deacons Sue Bryant Clyde Evers Mike & Kari Hancock Barb Hawkins (chairperson) Pat & Nancy Kremer Orlyn & Doris Langenbau Brenda Miller Tracy Ostrem Richie & Michelle Ritter Becky Sharpshair Leonard Stubbs Eileen Sudenga First Presbyterian Church 101 S. Center St. Marshalltown, Iowa 50158-2821 Church: 641-753-5929 FAX: 641-753-6301 www.nivlac.org E-mail: presmtwn@mchsi.com rich.king@mchsi.com dave.beckmann@mchsi.com jon.rottink@mchsi.com (Youth & Families) michelle.firstpres@gmail.com (CE Coordinator)
Calendar for This Week Oct. 4 - Oct. 11 SUNDAY 9:00 a.m. Worship- World Communion Day 10:05 a.m. Gathering/Fellowship Time 10:15 a.m. Sunday school - all ages 10:15 a.m. Confirmation 9:00-11:15 a.m. Child care provided 2:00 p.m. Don Perkins' Cello Concert MONDAY 5:30 p.m. Missions Committee Meeting 6:30 p.m. W & M Committee Meeting 7:30 p.m. CE Committee Meeting 7:30 p.m. A & P Committee Meeting 7:30 p.m. Property Committee Meeting TUESDAY 9:00 a.m. Staffing 5:00 p.m. M & I Committee Meeting WEDNESDAY 2:30 p.m. Wednesday Club 5:15 p.m. JP Singers - Sanctuary 5:30 p.m. Discipleship Class 6:30 p.m. Nominations Committee Meeting 6:30 p.m. Youth 101 6:30 p.m. Bells 7:30 p.m. Choir 8:30 p.m. Praise Team Practice THURSDAY 8:30 a.m. Flapjacks 12:00 p.m. Oasis 1:30 p.m. Elizabeth Circle - LL FRIDAY SATURDAY Triumph Center Garage Sale at GP Triumph Center Garage Sale at GP NEXT SUNDAY 9:00 a.m. Worship - Chancel Choir 10:05 a.m. Gathering/Fellowship Time 10:15 a.m. Sunday school - all ages 10:15 a.m. Confirmation 9:00-11:15 a.m. Child care provided 2:30 p.m. Awesome Presbys - GP