All of the m wer e fille d with the Holy Spir it All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit... (Acts 2:4) May 24, 2015 Rev. Anne Stewart Miller, Interim Pastor Mrs. Kathleen Andresen, Youth Director Mr. Kenneth Friese, Director of Music Mrs.Diane Starost, Director of Youth Choir
ENTER SILENTLY. WAIT PRAYERFULLY WORSHIP REVERENTLY AND EXPECTANTLY Let all the earth keep silent before him O R D E R O F W O R S H I P May 24, 2015 Day of Pentecost Gathering Prelude Improvisation Ken Friese Welcome and Announcements Moment for Mission- Pentecost Offering Kathy Porter Introit Make A Joyful Noise J. N. Beck Call to Worship Based on Acts 1:8 Minister: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Minister: You will receive power when the Holy Spirit has come upon you, People: And you shall be my witnesses to the ends of the earth. Prayer of the Day *Hymn Let Every Christian Pray No. 130 Invitation to Confession Prayer of Confession Almighty God, you poured your Spirit upon gathered disciples creating bold tongues, open ears, and a new community of faith. We confess that we hold back the force of your Spirit among us. We do not listen for your word of grace, speak the good news of your love, or live as a people made one in Christ. Have mercy on us, O God. Transform our timid lives by the power of your Spirit, and fill us with a flaming desire to be your faithful people, doing your will for the sake of Jesus Christ our Lord. Lord have mercy. Christ have mercy. Lord have mercy. Assurance of Pardon Minister: The mercy of the Lord is from everlasting to everlasting. I declare to you, in the name of Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. May the God of mercy, who forgives us all our sins, strengthen us in all goodness, and by the power of the Holy Spirit, keep us in eternal life. People: Amen. *Gloria Patri No. 577
*The Peace Minister: People: Children s Moments Since God has forgiven us in Christ, we also ought to forgive one another. The Peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you all. And also with you. Prayer of Illumination Word First Lesson Ezekiel 37: 1-14 O.T.p.806/P.987 Leader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. Anthem Jesu, Joy Of Man's Desiring J.S. Bach Sanctuary Choir Second Lesson Romans 8: 22-27 N.T.p.158/P.192 Leader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. Third Lesson Acts 2: 1-21 N.T.p.119/P.144 Leader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God. Sermon Graduation Day Rev. Anne Stewart Miller *Hymn Here I Am, Lord No. 525 Reaffirmation of the Baptismal Covenant and Reception of the 2015 Confirmation Class into Membership at Old First Presbyterian Church Matthew Girimonti Henry Goetjen Erik Heidenfelder Alex Kaley Liam Kaley Grace McKenna Steven Samuels Christian Viteri Kelly Warren Faith Youngquist *Affirmation of Faith Apostles Creed (Traditional) 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.
Words of Welcome to Our Confirmands: With joy and thanksgiving, we welcome you, Faith, Henry, Liam, Alex, Matt, Grace, Steven, Kelly, Erik and Christian into membership at Old First Presbyterian Church to share with us in Christ s ministry, for we are all one in Christ. Pastoral Prayer & 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. Offertory Prayer Receiving of Our Tithes and Offerings Offering Offertory Come to the Music J. M. Martin Sanctuary Choir *Doxology No. 592 *Prayer of Thanksgiving & Choral Response Sending *Hymn Spirit of God, Descend Upon My Heart No. 326 *Benediction *Choral Response Organ Postlude Finale on Hyfrydol H. Coleman *Please stand, as you are able Jerry Kessler is the worship assistant today. The flowers this morning are given to The Glory of God.
In Our Prayers Pray at every opportunity in the Spirit (Ephesians 6:18) This list is prepared each Thursday at Noon. Please notify the office of names to be included. Kevin Behrens (Brian s son), Charla Bolton (former member and friend of OFC), Ruth Bromwich (relative-in law of Vera Murphy), Paige Burkeholder & Family (Melissa Terc s sister & family), Kerry Degnan (member), Joy Eipel (Mark Mandrakos mom), Lee & Gail Forker (Melissa Terc s parents), Dave and Else Haddock (members), Janet and Bill Higby (former OFC members), Pat Horner (member), Clarissa Jost (member), Wendy Kennedy (Peter Storey s sister), George Korinek (friend of Judy Kahrs), Priscilla McGuire (member), Kim Myers (member), Frances Templin Olson (sister of Winifred Templin Slater), Jim Perry (member), Joe Pfeifer (friend of Ginny & Jim Perry), Robert and Cindy Raynor (Brett s parents), Rebecca Raynor (Brett s sister), Norma Richards (former OFC member), Dan Rooker (Laure McKenna s brother), Carol Saenger (member), Johnny Salgado (friend of the Gunthner family), Bradley Samuel (Mary s son), Leslie Schult (member), Winifred Slater (member), Peter and Daphne Storey (members), Ruth Terc (John Terc s mother), Brad Thayer (former member), Diane Walker (member), Peg Weigers (member), Grace Youngquist (member), ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Our most heartfelt condolences to Priscilla Jahier and family in the loss of Gus Zeis, Pricilla s brother;; and to the family of Wilbur Jones upon his death. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Please call the church office to remove names from the prayer list. Thank you
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Old First Presbyterian Church 125 Main St., Huntington, NY. 11743 Phone 631-427-2101 Fax 631-427-2116 Keep alert, stand firm in your faith, be courageous, be strong. Let all that you do be done in love. 1 Corinthians 16:13,14 I/We would like further information about: Prayer Requests Membership Christian Education and Youth Programs Music Programs Community Outreach and Support Please have the Pastor contact me Name: Address: Please submit all information and announcements for the Sunday Bulletin by Wednesday of each week at the latest. Either e-mail - (MS Word preferred ) at cheriecornell@oldfirstchurchhuntington.org or drop off at church office. Thank you. Phone: E-mail: Please fill out, tear off, and leave in offering plate.
Old First Presbyterian Church 125 Main Street, Huntington, NY Phone: 631.427.2101 Fax: 631.427.2116 www.oldfirstchurchhuntington.org Podcast: www.ofcchurch.podbean.com
weekly events calendar Sunday, May 24-2015 Pentecost 9:30a Prayers (Fiske Room) 10a Worship - Confirmation 10a Church School (102) 5-10p AA Anniversary Dinner (PH) Monday, May 25-2015 CHURCH OFFICE CLOSED Tuesday, May 26-2015 7a-6p The Learning Center 11a-4p Thrift Store 1-2p AA Wednesday, May 27-2015 7a-6p The Learning Center 9-11a Weathervane Mailing (101) 9:15a WC-Gentle Bends (102) 5-5:30p Kids Choir 5-7p Kids & Youth Club 5:30-6p Youth Choir 7:15p AA 7:30p BS Troop 32 (Gym) Thursday, May 28-2015 7a-6p The Learning Center 9:30-11:30a PW C-4 Quilting (101) 11a-4p Thrift Store 5-9:30p Giant Steps (102) 8p Choir Rehearsal Friday, May 29-2015 7a-6p The Learning Center 9:30a Al Anon (101) 9:45-12p PW Crafts (Craft Room-212) 11a-4p Thrift Store Saturday, May 30-2015 3-4p Torcivia/Gibbons Wedding Sunday, May 31-2015 9:30a Prayers (Fiske Room) 10a Worship w/kids & Youth choirs 10a Church School (102) 4-5:30p Kids & Youth Concert (Parish Hall) 6:15p AA We warmly welcome and greet all who have joined us for worship this morning. There is nursery care provided during our worship services each week. Please join us for Hospitality Hour, sponsored by our Board of Deacons, in the Parish Hall after worship. To get to the Parish Hall, please leave the sanctuary by the door in the front of the church, turn right and go down the hall. If you are currently seeking a church home and would like more information about Old First, please fill out the tear off form in the announcement section of the bulletin and place in offering plate or see the pastor. If you have any special needs, please alert an usher. Our sanctuary is handicapped accessible. Large print hymnals are available as well as personal PA receivers for those with hearing disabilities. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Sanctuary Flowers May the Peace of God be with you and Have a Blessed Week. The flowers that grace our Sanctuary during Sunday worship are donated by church members or friends of Old First. Often these flowers are delivered to our homebound members to brighten their day. If you would like to give flowers in honor or memory of someone special, or to celebrate a special occasion, please sign up on the sheet in the front hallway, or contact the church office.
ANNOUNCEMENTS Sunday, May 24, 2015 Youth Group News - from Katie: Wednesday, May 27 th will be the last day for Kids/Youth club for the season. SAVE THE DATE! Kids/Youth Choir Concert: Next Sunday, May 31st, 2015 at 4:00pm in the Parish Hall. All are invited. Reception to follow. CHURCH SCHOOL: Last day of Church School is June 14th. The children will have a special class that day to celebrate the end of the year. New Members: There will be a New Members Class & Brunch Sunday, May 31 st after worship ~11:30am at the manse. PRESBYTERIAN WOMEN: Executive Board Lunch will be held on Wednesday, June 3rd, at 12:00pm. Please contact Marge Sammis, host at (631-351-8528) or Susan O. at (718-499-6138) for details Circle 1 end of year dinner will be at Nancy Weinlandt's home at 5:30 pm on Monday, June 15th. Please call Nancy or Priscilla Jahier for details on what to bring. All women who would like to receive PW Google e-mails for PW updates and other information - please submit your e-mail address to the church office to be put on the list. Weathervane: The Weathervane will be assembled and mailed out Wednesday, May 27 at 9:00 am. Looking too, for new helpers to assemble this church newsletter! Come on the 27th for fellowship and to support this important news piece of OFC! CE Heifer Sunday is 5/31/2015 Sunday School participants have been offering their coins and dollars weekly this semester in hopes of purchasing a donation of a GOAT through the Heifer Project. Please save your coins and dollars and bring them on Sunday, May 31st to donate to Heifer. Please help our kids reach their goal! The children will happily greet you as you enter Parish Hall for coffee hour with their collection jar. Thank you in advance for supporting this wonderful project which helps people all over the world have a way of making a sustainable income. One animal at a time;; we can help change a person's life forever! Relay for Life: Old First Church is fielding a team to participate in Huntington High School s Relay for Life event on June 6, 2016. This event begins at 6:00pm and ends at 6:00 am the next day. Relay for Life is a fundraiser for The American Cancer Society that began over 30 years ago and has raised over $5 billion to fight cancer. Relay for Life comprises: Organized, overnight community fundraising walk Teams of people camp out around a track Members of each team take turns walking around the track Food, games and activities provide entertainment and build camaraderie Family-friendly environment for the entire community A signup sheet will be in Parish Hall. Please contact Laure McKenna for more details: 297-0873 or 1laure234@gmail.com. Layette: The Layette is in need of infant boys clothing, (sizes newborn -12 mos.) VBS: Mark your calendars! It s time to sign up for Vacation Bible School! It will be held August 24th to the 28th from 9:30 till noon for age 4 through 6th grade. The theme is Living Water and there will be lots of stories, crafts, games and snacks! The cost will be $ 10 per child (max of $ 25 for 3 or more children in a family). Check for registration forms in the bulletin or in the church office. The Clothes Line Mission Thrift Store: The Thrift Store is always looking for members from our congregation to volunteer. Please see Cynthia Stewart if interested. We are open Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays from 11:00am to 4:00pm and accept all clothing donations when open. Fundraiser: Have a special child or grandchild in your life? Love to help OFC? Then we've got a deal for you! Session has approved a wonderful fundraiser! Local toy shop Little Switzerland Dolls and Toys on Main Street has offered to donate to the church 10% of sales from customers who say "I'm from Old First Church." This is both a wonderful fundraiser and a fine way to find a lovely gift for your special child. Check them out at littleswitzerlanddolls.com. From The Worship Committee: Please feel free to join us any Sunday morning at 9:30am in the Fiske Room for open prayer for our church, community, and personal concerns. Worship Assistants Needed: Volunteers are needed for assisting Worship. See Anne Gunthner. Volunteers are also needed for the Children's Moments in Worship. If you are inspired and would be available to talk with our children for a few moments during the worship service on Sundays, please contact Carole Witkowski: Email: carjjoywit@optonline.net. Any questions or helpful suggestions regarding worship services and weekly worship bulletins, please contact Anne Gunthner (Worship & Music Chairperson) either by phone or e-mail. Do you have our addresses? WEBSITE: www.oldfirstchurchhuntington.org (or connect to Facebook from our home page) FACEBOOK: www.facebook.com/oldfirstchurchhuntington Facebook: Please "Like" and follow Old First Church, Huntington, NY on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/oldfirstchurchhuntington and please "Like" and comment on our posts. And if there's anything you need posted on Facebook just email it to Dana Richter at danion@mac.com or send it to Cherie Cornell in the church office. Presbyterian Women Giving: If you would like to contribute to the missions that Presbyterian Women support, you may use the envelopes in the pews. Please mark PW on the envelope and on your check make check payable to the Presbyterian Women. With our blessings and thanks, PW of Old First Church. Lending Library Book Club: Books are available during coffee hour on Sunday mornings. During the week, this cart can be found in Room101. Take a book, return it or replace it with another. Happy Reading! Community Food Council: Items in particular need this month are pasta, beans, juice, and water. Thank you for your generous donations. TO POST YOUR NOTICE ON THE WEEKLY E-MAIL UPDATES, please get them to Rev. Anne Stewart Miller or the church office by Wednesday at noon. Rev. Anne may be reached at church or by email, annestewartmiller@comcast.net. For pastoral emergencies, please call her on her cell phone, 503-504 8337.
First Lesson Ezekiel 37: 1-14 May 24, 2015 Jerry Kessler The hand of the Lord came upon me, and he brought me out by the spirit of the Lord and set me down in the middle of a valley; it was full of bones. He led me all around them; there were very many lying in the valley, and they were very dry. He said to me, Mortal, can these bones live? I answered, O Lord God, you know. Then he said to me, Prophesy to these bones, and say to them: O dry bones, hear the word of the Lord. Thus says the Lord God to these bones: I will cause breath to enter you, and you shall live. I will lay sinews on you, and will cause flesh to come upon you, and cover you with skin, and put breath in you, and you shall live; and you shall know that I am the Lord. So I prophesied as I had been commanded; and as I prophesied, suddenly there was a noise, a rattling, and the bones came together, bone to its bone. I looked, and there were sinews on them, and flesh had come upon them, and skin had covered them; but there was no breath in them. Then he said to me, Prophesy to the breath, prophesy, mortal, and say to the breath: Thus says the Lord God: Come from the four winds, O breath, and breathe upon these slain, that they may live. I prophesied as he commanded me, and the breath came into them, and they lived, and stood on their feet, a vast multitude.
Then he said to me, Mortal, these bones are the whole house of Israel. They say, Our bones are dried up, and our hope is lost; we are cut off completely. Therefore prophesy, and say to them, Thus says the Lord God: I am going to open your graves, and bring you up from your graves, O my people; and I will bring you back to the land of Israel. And you shall know that I am the Lord, when I open your graves, and bring you up from your graves, O my people. I will put my spirit within you, and you shall live, and I will place you on your own soil; then you shall know that I, the Lord, have spoken and will act, says the Lord. Leader: People: The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Second Lesson Romans 8: 22-27 May 24, 2015 Jerry Kessler We know that the whole creation has been groaning in labor pains until now; and not only the creation, but we ourselves, who have the first fruits of the Spirit, groan inwardly while we wait for adoption, the redemption of our bodies. For in hope we were saved. Now hope that is seen is not hope. For who hopes for what is seen? But if we hope for what we do not see, we wait for it with patience. Likewise the Spirit helps us in our weakness; for we do not know how to pray as we ought, but that very Spirit intercedes with sighs too deep for words. And God, who searches the heart, knows what is the mind of the Spirit, because the Spirit intercedes for the saints according to the will of God. Leader: People: The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God.
Third Lesson Acts 2: 1-21 May 24, 2015 Jerry Kessler When the day of Pentecost had come, they were all together in one place. And suddenly from heaven there came a sound like the rush of a violent wind, and it filled the entire house where they were sitting. Divided tongues, as of fire, appeared among them, and a tongue rested on each of them. All of them were filled with the Holy Spirit and began to speak in other languages, as the Spirit gave them ability. Now there were devout Jews from every nation under heaven living in Jerusalem. And at this sound the crowd gathered and was bewildered, because each one heard them speaking in the native language of each. Amazed and astonished, they asked, Are not all these who are speaking Galileans? And how is it that we hear, each of us, in our own native language? Parthians, Medes, Elamites, and residents of Mesopotamia, Judea and Cappadocia, Pontus and Asia, Phrygia and Pamphylia, Egypt and the parts of Libya belonging to Cyrene, and visitors from Rome, both Jews and proselytes, Cretans and Arabs in our own languages we hear them speaking about God s deeds of power. All were amazed and perplexed, saying to one another, What does this mean? But others sneered and said, They are filled with new wine.
But Peter, standing with the eleven, raised his voice and addressed them, Men of Judea and all who live in Jerusalem, let this be known to you, and listen to what I say. Indeed, these are not drunk, as you suppose, for it is only nine o clock in the morning. 16 No, this is what was spoken through the prophet Joel: In the last days it will be, God declares, that I will pour out my Spirit upon all flesh, and your sons and your daughters shall prophesy, and your young men shall see visions,and your old men shall dream dreams. Even upon my slaves, both men and women, in those days I will pour out my Spirit; and they shall prophesy. And I will show portents in the heaven above and signs on the earth below, blood, and fire, and smoky mist. The sun shall be turned to darkness and the moon to blood, before the coming of the Lord s great and glorious day. Then everyone who calls on the name of the Lord shall be saved. Leader: The Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.