WORSHIP for TRINITY SUNDAY JUNE 11, 2017 10:30 A.M. Grounded in the grace of God, we are a vibrant Christian community, disciples of all ages, gathered for worship and nurture, scattered to serve and to love. -MPC Mission Statement adopted by the Session March 31, 2008 THEREFORE GO AND MAKE DISCIPLES OF ALL NATIONS, BAPTIZING THEM IN THE NAME OF THE FATHER AND OF THE SON AND OF THE HOLY SPIRIT. MATTHEW 28:19
Welcome to Morrisville Presbyterian Church WE WELCOME GUESTS AND VISITORS to our service today. If you are not a member, we invite you to consider membership with us. If you would like more information about how we can serve you, please speak to a pastor. FRIENDSHIP PAD: During the Words of Welcome, please pass the Friendship Pad to the outside aisle and back again to the center. This allows worshipers to recognize people in their pew, and helps staff members identify those who may need attention. THE CHANCEL FLOWERS are offered to the glory of God and are given by the Beidler family in memory of Juanita Kay Beidler, gentle and beloved mother and grandmother. We miss you greatly. The flowers are also given in loving memory of Richard H. Evans by his wife, Carol; their son, Jeffrey; daughter, Nancy Stoner; and grandchildren, Maddy, Jordan and Lizzie. USHERING AT TODAY S SERVICE: Head Usher Tom Evans, Denise Alexander, Karen Cooley, Jack Fancher, Kathryn Gilbride and Doris James. CHILDCARE FOR CHILDREN UP TO AGE 4 is provided in the Nursery/Pre-School room from 10:15 a.m. 11:45 a.m. Infants and toddlers are also welcome in worship. Visitors, please feel free to worship with your children for as long as they are able. If he or she gets wiggly and needs a stretch break, audio from the service is available in the chapel, until your child is ready to return to the sanctuary for you to continue to worship together. HEARING ASSISTANCE DEVICES are available for use anywhere in the sanctuary during worship. These pocketsized receivers are available from Deacons in either Narthex and are to be returned after the service. HYMNALS, BIBLES, & BULLETINS WITH LARGE PRINT are available during worship each Sunday morning from a Deacon in the Narthex. Please return the Hymnal and/or Bible after the service. PASTORAL CARE REMINDER Members of the staff truly want to be attentive when members or friends of MPC are experiencing health difficulties. If you (or a family member) have been admitted to a hospital, please let us know by contacting the church office, and one of the pastors will be pleased to visit. You may also reach pastor Rachel Rhodes at 267-793-0232, or pastor Debbie Heffernan at 267-342-0089. Thank you for your assistance. WORSHIP NOTE * The asterisk indicates that those who are able may please stand. PUBLICATION DEADLINES Please forward any announcements you would like included in the Bulletin by noon Tuesday of each week to Bulletin@MPCusa.net. Articles for the September edition of Currents are due by August 10. Send articles to Currents@MPCusa.net. C ONTACT US M ORRISVILLE PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH STAFF 771 North Pennsylvania Ave. Morrisville, PA 19067 215.295.4191 Office@MPCusa.net Rachel A. Rhodes, Senior Pastor & Head of Staff (ext. 234)... RachelRhodes@MPCusa.net Deborah Heffernan, Interim Associate Pastor for Children, Youth & Family Ministry (ext. 225)...... DebbieHeffernan@MPCusa.net Jack McAnlis, Minister of Visitation...JackMcAnlis@MPCusa.net Timothy Carpenter, Director of Music... TimCarpenter@MPCusa.net Geoffrey Shoffstall, Principal Organist... GeoffreyShoffstall@MPCusa.net Rich Drabb, Property Manager (ext. 231)... RichDrabb@MPCusa.net Laurie Jacobson, Bookkeeper (ext. 226)... LaurieJacobson@MPCusa.net Damon Miller, Communication Coordinator... DamonMiller@MPCusa.net Diane Toner, Administrative Assistant (ext. 0)... DianeToner@MPCusa.net 2
TRINITY SUNDAY G A T H E R I N G WORDS of WELCOME Pastor Rhodes MINUTE for YOUTH MINISTRY Presentation of Scholarships and Recognition of High School Graduates Receiving scholarships today - Samantha Dearolf, Jordan Stoner, Madellyn Stoner and Jennifer Moyer-Harrington. Congratulations to our seniors - Samantha Dearolf, Hope Delaney, Samantha Fallacaro, Jordan Stoner and Caitlyn Triebl Patrick Gilbride PRELUDE So Many Hopes - William Payn Chancel Chimes *CALL to WORSHIP Vanessa Nolan One: Jesus prayed that we, the church, would be one, All: Just as he and the Father are one. One: Today we offer our praise and prayer together, as one body, in Christ, through the power of the Holy Spirit. All: In harmony, let us glorify God - Father, Son, and Spirit. Let us worship God together. *HYMN 363 Rejoice, the Lord is King! (verses 1, 2, 4) DARWALL S 148TH *PRAYER of CONFESSION Unison Pastor Heffernan Triune God, we praise you as the God of love and life. Though Jesus prayed that we would be one, we confess that we fail to live in unity with each other and with you. We break our communion through hostile words and unkind actions. We long for your Spirit to heal us and to correct us. We long for you to help us experience communion with you and with each other as we gather around your Word. Even now, dependent on your grace, we commit ourselves to live more fully in the unity you desire. Through Christ our Lord, Amen. *SILENT PRAYERS of CONFESSION *RESPONSE 601 Amen (DANISH) Here each worshiper may offer silent prayers of confession. Congregation 3
*PROMISE of FORGIVENESS One: The Holy One of Israel, the Redeemer of the world, and the Holy Spirit who comes as the breath of new life forgets the sins of all who repent. I declare to you, therefore, that you are forgiven in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. All: In Christ, by the power of the Spirit, we are forgiven. Thanks be to the triune God! *RESPONSE to GOD S PARDON (back cover of hymnal) Glory to the Father GLORIA PATRI *THE PEACE One: The Peace of Christ be with you. All: And also with you. One: Let us greet one another with the Peace of Christ. As a sign of their reconciliation in Christ, the people share the peace of Christ, greeting one another with these or similar words: The peace of Christ be with you, Peace be with you, or simply, Peace. PRAYER for ILLUMINATION L I T U R G Y o f t h e W O R D PSALTER READING Psalm 8 (Old Testament, page 466) One: This is the Word of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God. ANTHEM Now Glad of Heart - K. Lee Scott Chancel Choir Now glad of heart be everyone! The fight is fought, the day is won, the Christ is set upon his throne. Who on the rood was crucified, Who rose again, as at this tide, in glory to His Father's side. Who baffled death and harrowed hell and lead the souls that loved Him well in the light of lights to dwell, To him we lift our heart and voice in paradise rejoice with harp and pipe and happy noise. Then rise all Christian folk, with me, and carol forth the One in Three that was, and is and is to be. 4
TIME for YOUNG DISCIPLES Children ages 4 through grade 5 are welcome to One Room Summer Sunday School in Room 104. Please wait for your teacher at the Sanctuary door. GOSPEL READING Matthew 28:16-20 (New Testament, page 32) One: This is the Gospel of the Lord. All: Thanks be to God. SERMON Easier Said Than Done Pastor Rhodes *HYMN 298 Lord, You Give the Great Commission (verses 1, 2, 5) ABBOT S LEIGH PRAYERS of THANKSGIVING and SUPPLICATION THE LORD S PRAYER (page 35 in the hymnal, debts and debtors) OFFERING Invitation to Give Presentation of Gifts Offertory Music Allegro Spirituoso - Greg Underwood *Doxology 606 Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow *Prayer of Dedication OLD HUNDREDTH O R D I N A T I O N, I N S T A L L A T I O N a n d C O M M I S S I O N o f O F F I C E R S OPENING LITANY One: There are varieties of gifts, but it is the same Spirit who gives them. All: There are different ways of serving God, but it is the same Lord who is served. One: God works through each person in a unique way, but it is God s purpose that is accomplished. All: To each is given a gift of the Spirit to be used for the common good. One: Together we are the body of Christ, and individually members of it. PRESENTATION of OFFICERS CONSTITUTIONAL QUESTIONS 5
PRAYER for NEW OFFICERS All: Gracious God, pour out your Holy Spirit upon your servants whom you called through baptism as your own. Grant them the same mind that was in Christ Jesus. Give them the gifts of your Holy Spirit to build up the church, to strengthen the common life of your people, and to lead with compassion and vision. In the walk of faith and for the work of ministry, give to your servants gladness and strength, discipline and hope, humility, humor, and courage, and an abiding sense of your presence. And give us courage and discipline to follow where your servants lead us, that together we may declare your wonderful deeds and share your love with the world through Jesus Christ, the Lord of all. Amen. DECLARATION of ORDINATION, INSTALLATION and COMMISSION S E N D I N G *HYMN 757 Today We All Are Called to Be Disciples KINGSFOLD *CHARGE and BLESSING *CHORAL BENEDICTION St. Patrick s Breastplate *POSTLUDE Te Deum - Marc-Antoine Charpentier YOUTH IN MISSION FUNDRAISER TODAY Announcements In support of the Youth in Mission trip, our next fundraiser is a car wash and bake sale today. Please come out, have your car washed and purchase a few treats at the bake sale. FLOWERS NEEDED FOR SUNDAY, JUNE 25 If you would like to give flowers on this Sunday, please contact DeeAnn Martin by email at deemar918@aol.com or call 215-493-3865. Flowers may be given in memory of a loved one, in gratitude to someone, or as a thank you for a ministry or act of kindness. The flowers not only add beauty to our worship services, but they also serve as an outreach ministry. 6
SAVE THE DATE - VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL A joint Vacation Bible School with MPC, Morrisville United Methodist Church, St. John Lutheran and Elect Saints will be held from July 9 to July 13, 2017. Supper will be served at 5:30 p.m. with VBS activities after dinner. There is a need for many volunteers. Please visit mumcpa.org to register children online, to view a list of volunteer opportunities and to register as a volunteer. Volunteers are needed to help with the preparation of the materials for the children s craft projects. If you are interested in helping to prepare crafts in advance of VBS at your own convenience, please email Beth Keys at tkeys9690@aol.com. If you have Joann Fabric coupons you wish to donate to VBS, please give them to Beth or leave them in the collection box in the Communication Center. Kim Jackimowicz still needs a photographer, another music helper, some floaters to fill in where needed and more Youth Guides and actors for the Story Telling Troupe. This year s theme is Hero Central, which will help our children discover their strength in God through Bible stories, a mission project, crafts, games, and science. Please contact Pastor Debbie with any questions at DebbieHeffernan@mpcusa.net. MPC CLOTHING CENTER MPC Clothing Center will close for the summer on June 13 and reopen on September 5, 2017. Thank you for your donations and continued support to help the Outreach Committee help those in need. During the summer, please do not leave any donations at the church. Donations will once again be accepted at the end of August. See you in September. SERMON VIDEOS AVAILABLE Videos of MPC sermons are now available on YouTube. You can link to the videos through the MPC website under the Worship tab and click on Sermons. A menu dating back to Pastor Rhodes first sermon is listed. The list will be updated as videos are posted. You may also view the videos by going directly to www.youtube.com and searching for Morrisville Presbyterian Church. Designate MPC as the Charitable Organization for Amazon Smile Like us on Facebook! Find us at Morrisville Presbyterian Church Just go to smile.amazon.com, select Account and Lists, Your Account, Your Amazon Smile to designate Morrisville Presbyterian Church as the charity. It costs the Amazon user nothing, and it will earn 0.5% from every purchase for the Deacon's Food Basket Program. 7
MPC Weekly Calendar Weekday Nursery School and Head Start use MPC facilities for their classes. Information about their schedules and calendars can be accessed at www.mpcweekdaynurseryschool.com and www.bucksiu.org respectively. SUNDAY, June 11 - Trinity Sunday 8:30 a.m. God s Thunder Rehearsal Chapel 9:30 Christianity & Islam Conference Room Follow-Up Class 10:30 Worship Service Sanctuary Ordination & Installation of Officers 11:30 Youth in Mission Car Wash & Bake Sale 11:45 Congregational Fellowship Hall Celebration Luncheon 7:00 p.m. Deacons Conference Room MONDAY, June 12 11:00 a.m. Deborah Circle Lounge 11:00 Head Start Carnival Outside 7:00 p.m. Boy Scouts Fellowship Hall 7:00 Food Center Bag Packing 7:30 Personnel Committee Room 200 TUESDAY, June 13 9:00 a.m. Food Center Set-Up Fellowship Hall 11:30 Staff Meeting Conference Room 10:00 Clothing Center 6:30 p.m. Educational Ministry Room 200 7:30 Alcoholics Anonymous Room 220 WEDNESDAY, June 14 8:00 a.m. Food Center Fellowship Hall 7:00 p.m. Finance Committee Conference Room THURSDAY, June 15 11:00 a.m. Food Stocking Noon Alcoholics Anonymous Room 222 6:45 p.m. Chancel Choir Music Room 8:15 Worship Committee Room 202 FRIDAY, June 16 7:30 p.m. Alcoholics Anonymous Lounge SATURDAY, June 17 6:45 a.m. Prep & Serve FPC of Trenton Breakfast 10:00 Koose Family Gathering Lounge 11:00 Marion Koose Chapel Memorial Service SUNDAY, June 18 10:30 Worship Service Sanctuary 11:30 Fellowship Time Reception Host: Deacons To view upcoming events and meetings, please visit www.mpcusa.net and click on the MPC Events Calendar under the About Us tab. M O R R I S V I L L E P R E S B Y T E R I A N C H U R C H 771 NORTH PENNSYLVANIA AVENUE MORRISVILLE, PA 19067 215.295.4191 WWW.MPCUSA.NET 8