First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights A congregation of the Presbyterian Church (USA) Organized in 1855 Swan Song I am quite reconciled to the will of God. What other resource have we to make us calm? More calm, I ought to say; for altogether so we cannot be. Whatever the result may be, I am resigned, knowing that it comes from God, who wills all things for our good. Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart SERVICE FOR THE LORD S DAY THIRTEENTH SUNDAY AFTER PENTECOST AUGUST 23, 2015 10:30 AM First Presbyterian Church of Arlington Heights 302 N. Dunton Avenue, Arlington Heights, IL 60004 847-255-5900 / www.fpcah.org / mail@fpcah.org
The prelude is your invitation to quiet preparation for the worship of Almighty God. GATHERING AS GOD S PEOPLE INTROIT I. INTROITUS Eternal rest give unto them, O Lord; and let perpetual light shine on them. A hymn becometh Thee, O God, in Sion: and a vow shall be paid to Thee in Jerusalem. O hear my prayer: all flesh come to Thee. Eternal rest give unto them, O Lord. II. KYRIE Lord have mercy on us. Christ have mercy on us. Lord have mercy on us. WELCOME PASSING THE PEACE One: The peace of Jesus Christ be with you. All: And also with you. One: Let us share the peace of Christ with one another. MARK 15:16-32 Tai Zimmerman Nr. 1 Dies irae Day of wrath and doom impending, David s word with Sibyl s blending! Heaven and earth in ashes ending! Oh, what fear man s bosom rendeth, when from heaven the Judge descendeth, On whose sentence all dependeth! MARK 15:33-41 Judy Hockenberry Nr. 2 Tuba mirum Wondrous sound the trumpet flingeth, through earth s sepulchers it ringeth, all before the throne it bringeth. Death is struck and nature quaking, all creation is awaking, to its Judge an answer making. Lo! The book exactly worded, wherein all hath been recorded; Thence shall judgement be awarded. When the Judge His seat attaineth, and each hidden deed arraigneth. Nothing unavenged remaineth. What shall I, frail man, be pleading? Who for me be interceding, when the just are mercy needing? Nr. 3 Rex tremendae King of majesty tremendous, who dost free salvation send us, fount of pity, then befriend us. Nr. 4 Recordare Think, kind Jesu, my salvation caused Thy wondrous Incarnation; leave me not to reprobation. Faint and weary Thou hast sought me, on the Cross of suffering bought me, shall such grace be vainly brought me? Righteous Judge, for sin s pollution, Grant Thy gift of absolution, Ere that day of retribution. Guilty now I pour my moaning,
Spare, O God, Thy suppliant groaning. Through the sinful woman shriven through the dying thief forgiven, Thou to me a hope hast given. Worthless are my prayers and sighing, yet, good Lord, in grace complying, rescue me from fires undying. With Thy sheep a place provide me, from the goats affair divide me, to Thy right hand do Thou guide me. MARK 15:42-47 Tai Zimmerman Nr. 5 Confutatis When the wicked are confounded, doomed to flames of woe unbounded, call me, with Thy Saints surrounded. Low I kneel, with heart submission! See, like ashes my contrition! Help me in my last condition! Nr. 6 Lacrimosa Ah! That day of tears and mourning! From the dust of earth returning, man for judgement must prepare him; Spare, O God, in mercy spare him! Lord, all pitying, Jesu blest, Grant them Thine eternal rest. Amen. SERMON: SWAN SONG (PART 1) IV. OFFERTORIUM Nr. 1 Domine Jesu Lord Jesus Christ, King of glory, deliver the souls of all the faithful departed from the pains of hell, and from the deep pit. Deliver them from the lion s mouth, lest hell swallow them, lest they fall into darkness: And let the standard-bearer, St. Michael, bring them into the holy light. Which Thou didst promise of old to Abraham and his seed. Nr. 2 Hostias We offer thee, O Lord, a sacrifice of praise and prayer: accept them on behalf of the souls we commemorate this day; and let them, O Lord, pass from death to life. That life which Thou didst promise of old to Abraham and his seed. MARK 16:1-8 SERMON: SWAN SONG (PART 2) V. SANCTUS Holy, Holy, Holy, Lord of Hosts. Heaven and earth are full of Thy glory. Hosanna in the highest! OFFERING Judy Hockenberry OFFERTORY VI. BENEDICTUS Blessed is He that cometh in the name of the Lord. Hosanna in the highest!
VII. AGNUS DEI Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world, give them rest. Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world, give them rest. Lamb of God, who takest away the sins of the world, give them eternal rest. VIII. COMMUNIO Let eternal light shine upon them, O Lord, with Thy saints for ever, because Thou art merciful. Eternal rest give unto them, O Lord: and let perpetual light shine upon them. With Thy saints for ever: because Thou art merciful. BENEDICTION Please stand as you are able. Preaching: Greeters: Burt and Sally Jensen Ushers: Kirsten Olson (head usher), Bob Harrald, Don Howard, Ruth Howard, Frank Morrone, Kaori Ozaki, Kazue Sono Flowers: The Family of George and Lillian Edwards In honor of the birthdays of our beloved parents, George and Lillian Edwards Pastors:, Tai Zimmerman, Judy Hockenberry Director of Music Programs: Adam Hendrickson Associate Director of Music Adult Choirs: Alan Wellman Associate Director of Music and Organist: Chris Urban All music offered today is from W.A. Mozart s Requiem We are grateful for the generous support of the following individuals: Ms. Jennifer Fick Mr. and Mrs. Donald and Lois Hartung Mr. and Mrs. Matthew and Lois Meisterheim Mr. and Mrs. Michael and Patti Noble Mr. and Mrs. Gordon and Vivian Palmer Mr. Christopher Urban Mr. and Mrs. Harold and Judy Whitacre
WELCOME, GUESTS! Thank you for worshiping with us this morning. Please sign the Friendship Pad and pass it along the pew, and introduce yourself to those around you after the service. Then stop by the Welcome Center in the Narthex to pick up information that will acquaint you with our church services and programs. If you have questions, members of the Welcomers Corps will be there to answer them. You are also invited to join the conversation on Facebook, at facebook.com/fpcah, and Twitter, at @FirstPresAH. We look forward to connecting with you again. CHILD CARE Children of all ages are warmly welcomed and encouraged to participate in worship. Child care is available (infants through age four) in the Christian Education Wing (8:15 am 12:15 pm). CLASSES FOR ALL AGES From September through May, Sunday morning Christian education classes are held for all ages. These include classes for preschool, elementary, middle school, and high school students, as well as education and discussion groups for adults. To learn more, visit fpcah.org or call the church office at 847-255-5900. SPECIAL ASSISTANCE Large print bulletins, large print hymn packets, and hearing amplifiers are available from the ushers. WORSHIP BAGS Worship bags for young worshipers (ages 3-12 years) are available outside the Sanctuary and in the Chapel. The bags contain items designed to guide active participation in the service and learning about worship. Please return the bags to the basket as you leave. IMPORTANT WORSHIP REMINDERS Please silence cell phones and refrain from taking photos or recording worship services. Weekly webcasts of the 9:30 and 11:00 am services are available at fpcah.org/webcast. Audio CD recordings of 11:00 am worship are available in the church office. To download a podcast of today s sermon, visit the Worship page at fpcah.org. Visit fpcah.org/sermon_video to view the sermon.