WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH Service for the Lord s Day Trinity Sunday Holy Baptism June 11, 2017 GATHERING (Silence during the Prelude is requested in preparation for worship.) PRELUDE Allein Gott in der Höh sei Ehr, BWV 662 J.S. Bach (All Glory be to God on High) *CALL TO WORSHIP Let us worship God! (Those who are able may stand.) Give thanks to the Lord, for God is good. God s steadfast love endures forever. Jesus calls us to go and make disciples, Baptizing them in the triune name of God. *PRAYER OF THE DAY The Lord be with you. And also with you. Father, we praise you; through your Word and Holy Spirit you created all things. You reveal your salvation in all the world by sending to us Jesus Christ, the Word made flesh. Through your Holy Spirit you give us a share in your life and love. Fill us with the vision of your glory, that we may always serve and praise you, Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen.
*PROCESSIONAL HYMN 1 NICAEA CALL TO CONFESSION Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty! The proof of God s amazing love is this: While we were yet sinners, Christ died for us. Because we have faith in him, we dare to approach God with confidence. In faith and penitence, let us confess our sin before God and one another. PRAYER OF CONFESSION Merciful God, we confess that we have sinned against you in thought, word, and deed, by what we have done, and by what we have left undone. We have not loved you with our whole heart and mind and strength. We have not loved our neighbors as ourselves. In your mercy forgive what we have been, help us amend what we are, and direct what we shall be, so that we may delight in your will and walk in your ways, to the glory of your holy name. (Silent confession) Kyrie (Sung responsively by the choir and congregation) Hal H. Hopson Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Christ, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. Lord, have mercy. 2
ASSURANCE OF PARDON (The liturgist pours water, which reminds us of our baptism.) Believe the Good News: In Jesus Christ we are forgiven! *The Peace Since God in Christ has forgiven us, let us also forgive one another. The peace of Christ be with you. And also with you. (Please exchange the peace with the words, The peace of Christ be with you. ) *ACT OF PRAISE (Hymn 513 v. 5) FESTIVAL CANTICLE This Is the Feast of Victory (The congregation is invited to sing with the choir.) Refrain: This is the feast of victory for our God. Alleluia, alleluia, alleluia! For the Lamb who was slain has begun his reign. Alleluia! Refrain. CONCERNS OF THE CHURCH PRAYER FOR ILLUMINATION SCRIPTURE (Everyone is asked to sign the Friendship Register, which is located on the center aisle end of each pew.) THE WORD Hear the Word of God! Our ears are open. Genesis 1:1-4 (Old Testament, page 1 in your pew Bible) The Word of the Lord. Thanks be to God! 3
Psalm 8 Hal H. Hopson Refrain Your praise reaches to the heavens. It is sung by the mouths of babes and children Your power rebukes your mighty enemy, and stills the hostile foe. Refrain. When I look to the heavens you created, the moon and the stars you made, who are we that you should spare a thought for us, even more that you should care for us? Refrain. In your image we were created, you have crowned us with glory and splendor. You gave us power to rule your vast creation, you placed us over all your works. Refrain. The sheep and oxen of the field, the beasts in the wildest habitation, the birds of the air, the fish, all creatures in the sea. Refrain. Matthew 28:16-20 (New Testament, pages 34 in your pew Bible.) SERMON All The World Donovan Drake (A moment for meditation) *Hymn 485 We Know That Christ Is Raised ENGELBERG 4
*AFFIRMATION OF FAITH (8:30a.m.) The Apostles Creed (Ecumenical version) (Please see page 17 in the front of your hymnal for the text of the creed.) SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM (11:00 a.m.) Presentation Hear the words of our Lord Jesus Christ Obeying the word of our Lord Jesus, and confident of his promises, we baptize those whom God has called. In baptism God claims us and seals us to show that we belong to God. God frees us from sin and death, uniting us with Jesus Christ in his death and resurrection. By water and the Holy Spirit, we are made members of the Church, the body of Christ, and joined to Christ's ministry of love, peace, and justice. Let us remember with joy our own baptism, as we celebrate this sacrament. Questions to the Parents, Congregation and Children of the Church *Profession of Faith Through baptism we enter the covenant 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. 5
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. 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. Thanksgiving over the Water 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 lives and reigns forever. Amen. The Baptism Welcome Let us welcome this newly baptized child into the household of God. With joy and thanksgiving, we welcome you into Christ s Church to share with us in his ministry, for we are all one in Christ. Baptismal Anthem (11:00 a.m.) God Bestows on Each One a Name Fred Gramann 6
God bestows on each one a name as a gift and blessing, That we might be showered in grace evermore without ceasing. For the Lord has called us his friends, as a perfect gift of love, That we each might know God s name, who reigns in heaven above. PRAYERS OF THE PEOPLE The Lord be with you. And also with you. Lift up your hearts. We lift them up to the Lord. THANKSGIVING OFFERING Anthem Holy God, We Praise Your Name! John Ferguson Te Deum laudamus: te Dominum confetemur. Te Deum laudamus. Te Deum. Holy God, we praise your name; Lord of all, we bow before you. Infinite your vast domain, Everlasting is your reign. Hark! The glad celestial hymn Angel choirs above are raising; Cherubim and Seraphim, In unceasing chorus praising Fill the heavens with sweet accord: Holy, holy, holy Lord! Lo, the apostolic train Join your sacred name to hallow; Prophets swell the glad refrain, And the white robed martyrs follow; And from morn to set of sun Through the Church the song goes on. Holy Father, Holy Son, Holy Spirit three we name you, While in essence only one; Undivided God we claim you, And adoring bend the knee While we own the mystery. *DOXOLOGY LASST UNS ERFREUEN Praise God, from whom all blessings flow; Praise God, all creatures here below: Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise God, the source of all our gifts! Praise Jesus Christ, whose power uplifts! Praise the Spirit, Holy Spirit! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! 7
*PRAYER OF THANKSGIVING 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. Gracious Father, giver of all good things: For our home on earth and for your unfailing mercy, we give you thanks. Christ, our Redeemer: For your sacrifice on the cross and rising from death that we might live, we give you thanks and praise. Holy Spirit, giver of life: For your abiding presence in our lives and for comforting and guiding us, we give you thanks, praise, and glory. O triune God: To you be glory and praise now and forever. Amen. *THE LORD S PRAYER (Prayed in unison) SENDING *HYMN 295 Go to the World! SINE NOMINE *BENEDICTION POSTLUDE NICAEA Christopher Tambling Fanfare and Trumpet Tune *(Those who are able may stand.) 8
The flowers in the Sanctuary are given in loving memory of Noel Nelson Price Perkins late grandparents, Dr. and Mrs. James C. Price and Mr. and Mrs. Harold N. Falls, all of whom shaped her life immensely and whom we wish more than anything could have been at her wedding yesterday. The flowers in the Parlor are given to the glory of God and in loving memory of Hayes Noel Springer and in honor of his birthday by Vanessa, Grey, Will and Hattie Grey Garner. SERVICE NOTES WORSHIP LEADERS: Staff Liturgist: Rachel Pence, Associate Pastor of Young Adults and Young Families; (8:30 a.m.) Lay liturgist: Tom Wylly; (11:00 a.m.) Lay Liturgist: Rudy Kalis; Presenting Elder: Phil Stuart. MUSICIANS: (8:30 a.m.) Chamber Choir; (11:00 a.m.) Summer Choir; John W. Semingson, Director of Music Ministries; Polly Brecht, Organist. USHERS: (8:30 a.m.) Paige Harden, Hugh Harvey, Elizabeth Minkoff, Clay Parsons and Ron Stanley. (11:00 a.m.) Tom Brooks, Anne Catherine, Henry and Brett Oeser. Should a congregant need assistance at any time during the worship service, please contact an usher. THE BAPTISMAL RITE The Apostles' Creed: The oldest surviving baptismal liturgy, dating from around the year 200 C.E., describes the candidate for baptism standing in water and affirming the faith by responding to three questions. Each question corresponds to one person of the Trinity. The Paschal Candle is symbolic of Christ's death and resurrection. The Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world, is our Paschal sacrifice. The Paschal Candle also symbolizes the light of the risen Christ, shining in the world. The use of this symbol dates from the early days of the Church. New Christians were given a lighted candle, symbolic of their having died and been raised to new life in Christ through baptism. Each family is given a Paschal Candle to use annually on the anniversary of the baptism as a symbolic reminder of God's gift of redemption and new life in Jesus Christ. The sacrament of baptism will be administered today at the 11:00 a.m. worship service to Parker James, the son of Krissie and Travis Self 9
ANNOUNCEMENTS WELCOME: Westminster Presbyterian Church welcomes you to share our common journey to become more faithful disciples of Christ. Our love and acceptance of each other affirm the inherent worth and dignity of every person, regardless of our differences, and bear witness to the love of God for all people and our commitment to Christ. Any who are interested in joining us in this journey are invited to speak with one of our Greeters, who will be standing by the Baptismal font after each worship service. The Greeters for today are (8:30 a.m.) Judi Larson and (11:00 a.m.) Bob and Donna Littleton. LARGE-PRINT BULLETINS are available in the Narthex from an usher. ASSISTIVE HEARING DEVICES: Due to ongoing construction, we are experiencing difficulties with connections for our hearing devices. Currently, devices are working only in the first ten rows from the pulpit. Thank you for your continued patience and prayers! PRAYER SERVICE FOR WHOLENESS will be held in the Chapel immediately following the 11:00 a.m. worship next Sunday, June 18, 2017. This brief and informal service (roughly 15 minutes) will include a time of centering ourselves in God s love and light, sharing concerns and joys, and individual and communal prayer. Rev. Heidi Hudnut-Beumler and Claire Harris Kramer co-lead this service and remain available to pray with and for members of our community. Bring whatever needs for prayer are on your heart; all ages are welcome. THE RED ROSE IN THE CHANCEL this morning gives glory and thanksgiving to God for the birth of a daughter, Helen Martha, born on April 5, 2017, to Catherine and Patrick Warfield. COPYRIGHT INFORMATION: The music used in the service this morning is copyrighted under Christian Copyright Licensing International, Inc., No. 11221525. WESTMINSTER PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 3900 West End Avenue Nashville, Tennessee 37205-1899 Phone: 615.292.5526; Fax: 615.292.5597 www.nashvillewpc.org 10