A Call to Quiet Meditation The Service of Worship 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time October 25, 2015-8:30 a.m. & 11:00 a.m. The congregation is asked to observe a time of silence during the prelude to prepare our hearts and minds for worship. Prelude Great is Thy Faithfulness arr. Lavawan Riley Chiming of the Hour *Opening Song (8:30) #425 Son of God, Whose Heart Is Peace TAMA NGAKAU MARIE Greetings and Welcome The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you. Concerns and Celebrations of the Church Fellowship Registration Please pass the fellowship pad found at the end of the row, record the information, and return the pad to its starting point. Then please remove the sheet and place in the offering plate when it is passed. Introit (11:00) O Be Joyful in the Lord Hal Hopson Moment for Ministry Presbyterian Women *Call to Worship Look to the Lord, who is faithful, who gathers and guards the people. Look to the Lord, who is merciful, who redeems and restores our lives. Dale Kitchin *Hymn #465 What a Friend We Have in Jesus CONVERSE *Prayer of Confession Dale Kitchin Eternal God, we confess that we have failed to seek your will. When the poor cry out for help, we often pass them by. When the weak reveal their strength, we want to silence their voices. Forgive us, God of grace. Save a place, even for us, at that great banquet of redemption when all will be made well; through Jesus Christ our Lord. *Period of Silent Prayer In our Savior s name we pray. Amen. *Assurance of Pardon Dale Kitchin Hear the good news: In Christ you are forgiven, your sins have been redeemed. We can declare with confidence: we are forgiven.
*Congregational Response #427 Jesus Knows the Inmost Heart (v. 3) LOE DE ÍSÁ Jesus knows the inmost heart: nothing can be hidden. Jesus knows the inmost heart: nothing can be hidden. When our lives are in his hand nothing can his work withstand; his forgiveness sets us free, saves us for eternity. First Lesson Psalm 34:1-8 pew Bible, OT, page 480 The Word of the Lord. large print Bible, page 508 Thanks be to God. A Time for Young Disciples (11:00) David Webb All children are invited to the front. Parents are welcome to come with younger children. For age-related opportunities after this time, see the announcement following the order of worship. Second through fourth graders may go to the Children s Worship Class at this time in Room B117 downstairs. Anthem (8:30) Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing arr. Richard Walters Anthem (11:00) I d Rather Have Jesus/There s Something About That Name George Beverly Shea/William Gaither Second Lesson Mark 10:46-52 pew Bible, NT, page 44 The Word of the Lord. large print Bible, page 47 Thanks be to God. Sermon Call Me Bart Steve Prevatte Invitation to Discipleship To speak with someone about becoming a Christian, church membership or a special prayer need, please go to Room 133 following this service. The room is to your left when exiting the sanctuary. *Affirmation of Faith Apostles Creed (ecumenical) I believe in God, the Father almighty, creator of heaven and earth. 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. 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. *Hymn #418 Softly and Tenderly Jesus Is Calling SOFTLY AND TENDERLY Prayers of the People and the 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. The Offering
Offertory He Touched Me William J. Gaither *Doxology with Alleluias LASST UNS ERFREUEN Praise God from whom all blessings flow; praise Christ all people here below; Alleluia! Alleluia! Praise Holy Spirit evermore, Praise Triune God, whom we adore. Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! Alleluia! *The Prayer of Dedication *Hymn (8:30) #795 Healer of Our Every Ill HEALER OF OUR EVERY ILL The Sacrament of the Lord s Supper (8:30) Invitation and Words of Institution Communion of the People (You may take the elements as they are served.) Communion Music Prayer After Communion As you pass the bread, please share the words: The body of Christ broken for you. As you receive the bread, you may respond: Thanks be to God. As you pass the cup, please share the words: The blood of Christ shed for you. As you receive the cup, you may respond: Thanks be to God. *Hymn #353 My Hope Is Built on Nothing Less SOLID ROCK *Benediction *Benediction Response #540 Farewell, Good Friends! SHALOM, CHAVERIM Farewell, good friends! Farewell, good friends! Shalom, shalom! Till we meet again, till we meet again, shalom, shalom. *Postlude Postlude on Evangel arr. Marilyn Thompson * Please rise either in body or spirit Bold print indicates congregational participation. Worship Leaders Steve Prevatte, Campus Minister Bill Newill, Elder Assisting in Worship Dale Kitchin, Liturgist Karrie Rushing, Director of Music Brad Collier, Organist
Early Band: Gerald McGowan, mandolin, Paul Shackelford, bass, Wilma Shackelford, flute, John Morrow, guitar, Caroline Miller, songleader About Today s Service Flowers: The flowers in the sanctuary are given to the glory of God and in honor of Charlie and Duncan Robertson's 12th Birthday by their mother, Kelly Robertson. Fellowship: Coffee, coffee-cake, cookies, and other goodies are available in the fellowship hall each Sunday after the 8:30 a.m. worship service. Visitors: We welcome those visiting with us today. If you are a first-time visitor, stop by the visitors table in the Welcome Center to receive a gift. Children s Worship Bags: Worship Bags for children are available to your right before entering the sanctuary. Prayer Shawls: The Prayer Shawl Ministry has placed prayer shawls in the narthex to the right of the center sanctuary doors. If you are chilly during the service, wrap up in a shawl and return it after worship. Broadcast: The 11:00 service is broadcast live on WNCT-1070 AM and 105.9 FM radio (New Bern - 95.7; Jacksonville - 101.1) and streamed live at www.1070wnct.com and www.fpcgreenville.org. First Presbyterian Church welcomes children of all ages in worship. A nursery is provided for infants and toddlers for all services. Following A Time for Young Disciples in the 11:00 a.m. service, ages four through six are invited to participate in Godly Play in Room 113. The Toddler s Church is available for two and three year olds in Room 116. Older children are encouraged to participate in worship. Portable hearing aids and large print Bibles, bulletins and hymns are available on the table by the entrance, or ask an usher for assistance. In Respect of All Worshippers, please turn off or mute cell phones, and disconnect your wifi because it interferes with our radio broadcast. Do not use flash photography during the worship service and please refrain from eating and drinking in the sanctuary during worship. Please lift in prayer: Our Congregation Cares Church Family Sarah Allen, Betty Bailey, Connie Bond, Clara Carr, Beth Clark, Martha Coffman, Mickie Ezelle, Thelma Flye, Spencer Hill, G.W. Lanford, Ben Lattin, Clint Leinwebber, Sr., Genet Lilley, Elizabeth Lyle, Bill Martin, Mary Smith, Joe Sullivan, Deanna Sutton Family and Friends: Charlie Greene (brother-in-law of Gerald and Thelma McGowan) Charlotte Harris (friend of Gerald & Thelma McGowan) Catherine Holt (friend of Cathy Moss) Samuel & Sarah Jones (friends of Judy Worley) Terri Reese (friend of Julia Nelson) Jamie Smith (friend of the Worleys) Estelle Spivey (sister of Betty Bailey) Ann Stanley (mother of Craig Stanley) Military personnel and families; our national, state and local leaders and people called our enemies.
Our Congregation in Ministry Presbyterian Women: The Fall Gathering will be held Monday, October 26, 12:00 noon. Honorary Life Memberships and Memorials will be presented. All Presbyterian women are invited to lunch at McAlister s Deli on Tuesday, October 27, 12:30 p.m. Age Venturers: The Age Venturers trip for November is to Dan Finch Pottery in Bailey, NC, on Sunday, November 8th. Come to early worship that day and we will leave the church at 10:00 a.m. Bring a bag lunch to eat at the Pottery. Church will provide drinks. We will be back around 4:00 p.m. Cost is $5. Sign up and pay in the church office. MOC: The Men of the Church will meet for breakfast and devotion on Tuesday, November 3, 7:00 a.m. at the Seahorse. Cost is $9. Wild Game Feast: Our annual Wild Game Feast will be Wednesday, November 11, at 6:00 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall. At this annual fall event, which has become a fun tradition here at FPC, some of our best chefs will provide delicious game and fish dishes. Bring a side dish or dessert to share. If you plan to attend, please sign up in the Welcome Center. Craft Sale: Every two years Prayers and Squares and Prayer Shawl Ministry have a Craft Sale during the November Wild Game Feast. Neither group receives funding from FPC s budget; we generate the funds for supplies for our projects through the Craft Sale. If you would like to donate an item to our fundraiser, please contact Madge Chamness or Karon O Sullivan. Thanks for your support; plan to shop for yourself and for holiday gifts on November 11. Raffle Tickets: The Youth Group is selling raffle tickets for a Gift Card basket to raise money for the Christmas Mission Project. The cost is $1.00 per ticket or 15 tickets for $10. This morning is your last chance to purchase tickets! The drawing will be held at the Fall Festival. You do not need to be present to win. Community Event: On October 29, from 6-8:30 pm, Bill Neely s nephew, Scott Neely, along with Marlanda Dekine, will be leading a community discussion sponsored by the Human Rights Council of the City of Greenville and hosted by First Presbyterian Church. Scott and Marlanda direct an organization known as Speaking Down Barriers. The title of the workshop is Race: What Are We Afraid Of? It is hoped that there will be a good representation from FPC along with other faith communities here in Greenville. First Friday Club: The next meeting of the First Friday Club for 4th-5th graders will be November 6th at the church from 6:30-9:30 p.m. Fall Cleanup: If you are in need of help with yard work, please call Brian Dilday at 367-1914 and the youth will help you out. Congregational Giving Weekly Giving Budget.. $ 12,909.89 Receipts week ending 10/24/15.$ 12,561.00
In Memoriam Jean Thompson Soranno January 2, 1929 - October 15, 2015 Jesus said I am the resurrection and the life. Those who believe in me, even though they die, will live, and everyone who lives and believes in me will never die. John 11:25-26a The church extends heartfelt sympathy and prayers to her husband, Rocky, and her family and friends. Memorial contributions may be made to First Presbyterian Church (Presbyterian Women Scholarship Fund), 1400 South Elm St., Greenville, NC 27858, or the American Cancer Society, or ASPCA.