Gathering Around the Word
Choir Pianist: Carol Smith Announcements: CALL TO WORSHIP: The word of life has come to us. He who was with the Father before all time has come to us. Praise God for the fellowship we have as His church. Praise God for the fellowship we now can have with Him. Let us testify to the truth that we have seen and know. Draw your highest sense of joy from knowing the Lord. For what God has done, for what He is doing in us and in our world, let us worship God together. INVOCATION
*HYMN: “It Came Upon the Midnight Clear” # 123
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION: Father, the world’s priorities are all out of whack. It elevates that which is temporary, promotes division, and values those with the most strength. At times we too have bought into that way of thinking. We have allowed insignificant differences to create significant divides, we have spent much of our time trying to obtain more and more of the things that do not last, and we have looked to a false sense of strength when You teach us that true strength comes from humility. Forgive us for the many times when we have forfeited the truth that we know, revealed to us by Your word, for the alternative offered to us by the world. We are sinful but trust that You are merciful. Transform us to be able to find all of our joy in knowing You. Amen Time of silent prayer. Assurance of Pardon Response – Gloria Patri # 581 * Passing of the peace Children’s Chat Prayer of illumination Scripture: Isaiah 2: 1-5 Lois Miller Sermon text: 1 John 1: 1-4 *HYMN “The First Nowell” # 147 *Apostles Creed (next to Prayer List) Presentation of tithes and offering Offertory *Doxology *Prayer of dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayers of the people The Lord’s Prayer *HYMN ”Go Tell it on the Mountain” # 136 *Benediction *Postlude Safe and Happy New Year!!
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Today's guest speaker is Rev. Renny Domske.
Gathering Around the Word
Prelude ANNOUNCEMENTS CALL TO WORSHIP: from Psalm 36 There is no fear or respect of God before the eyes of the wicked. In his or her own eyes he flatters himself too much. The wicked person commits himself to a sinful course. He or she has ceased to be wise and to do good. Your love, O Lord, reaches to the heavens; Your faithfulness is like the mighty mountains. O Lord, You preserve both humans and beasts. How priceless is Your unfailing love! Continue Your love to those who know You, Your righteousness to the upright in heart. For with You is the fountains of life; in Your light we see the light of life coming in You. INVOCATION
*HYMN “Great is Thy Faithfulness” #39
(intro then 2 verses. Bells between verses) *PRAYER OF CONFESSION: O Lord, our Lord, You are amazing to love us. We, your creations, think we are the center of life. We do what is beneficial to us always, not considering what is best for our families, our neighbors, our church, our God. We are selfish. We sin. Forgive us, Father. May we see life and this world through Your Eyes. May we learn to love others as we love ourselves. May we honor You by our words. May we honor You by our actions. May we live as sons and daughters of God. Thank You for always loving us. *Time of silent prayer: *Assurance of Pardon *Response – Gloria Patri *The peace of the Lord Jesus be with you. And also, with you. *Passing of the peace Children’s Chat Prayer of illumination Scripture reading I John 2: 20 – 25 Debbie Mary Hebrews 10: 19 - 25 SERMON: “Indiana Jones Is Wrong!” *HYMN “Standing on the Promises” #838 ( a capella) *Apostles Creed Presentation of tithes and offering Offertory *Doxology *Prayer of dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayers of the people The Lord’s Prayer * HYMN “What a Friend We Have in Jesus” #465 ( intro and 3 verses) *Benediction Postlude
SYMPATHIES
To the Family of Margaret Knabenshue Aunt of Debbie Durila Remember our food collection. And Jesus said, “You give them something to eat.” Please let Betty Fisher know of anyone within the community that may be in need at this time. VBS is coming up on July 31 to August 4, 6 to 8 pm. There will be sign-up sheets and registration forms available. Help and refreshments appreciated. There will be a service at Emmanuel Presbyterian Church at 9:30 am on Saturday, August 5. It will be at the same time as services at the South West Bethel Synod in Ethiopia. Women On Wednesday will meet August 9 at the Church at 9:30. All are welcome to have fun and fellowship. Remember Fair is next month on August 13. Church is at the fair that Sunday at 10 am. Any news for the Bulletin, Please notify Diana at Phone # is 724-255-6481 or email her at tootie2403@gmail.com.
Continuing Prayer List
Chuck Dicks, Frank Huffman, Tom Westfall, Elaine Belcastro, Sandy Stone, Sarah Wilson, Carl Weber, Jimmy Svetz, Haley Diedier Bedillion, Evelyn Wood, Fred Wilkinson, Ricci Amos, Tiffany Cipoletti, Diane Anderson, Tim Taylor, Suzy Smith, Helen Provenzano, Donna West, Judy Donaldson, Marlene McFeely, Chuck Harton, Wiley Myers, Keith McGill, Ron and Jean Westfall, Billie Wilson, Ed Horne, Sue Gregg, Wendy Willard, Marley Smith
This week's guest speaker is Rev. Renny Domske.
First Sunday of Advent
Prelude Music Director Bob Senay ANNOUNCEMENTS: Advent candle lighters: Garnet & Christine Welling CALL TO WORSHIP: from Psalm 18 The Lord is my rock, my fortress, and my deliverer. My God is my rock, in whom I take refuge. The Lord is my shield and the horn of my salvation. I call to the Lord who is worthy of praise. In my distress I called to the Lord, I cried to my God for help. From His temple He heard my voice; my cry came into His ears. Smoke rose from His nostrils; consuming fire came from His Mouth, burning coals blazed out of it. He reached down from on high and took hold of me. He drew me out of the deep waters—He rescued me. The Lord rescued me because He delighted in me. The Lord dealt with me according to my righteousness.
INVOCATION: Dr. Domske
* Hymn “Come Thou Long-Expected Jesus” # 82 *PRAYER OF CONFESSION: (UNISON) O Lord God, Maker of all including me, I give You praise. It seems foolish that we ignore You, desert You, sin against You. It seems ludicrous that we love ourselves more than we love You. Yet we do. We sin. We look for our own self-interests first, long before we look out for our neighbors or especially You. Save us from ourselves, O God. Forgive us for our short-sighted attitudes of sin. We are sorry we have failed You. Put us back into Your arms, where we belong. * Time of silent prayer *ASSURANCE OF PARDON *Response – Gloria Patri (Page 581) *Passing the peace L: The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. P: And also, with you. Children’s Chat Prayer for Illumination Scripture reading: I John 4: 13-21 John 3: 12-21 1 John 4:13-21
Sermon: “Guess Who’s Coming To Town”
*Hymn “O Come, O Come, Emmanuel” #88 *Apostles Creed (copy next to prayer list) Presentation of our tithes and offering Offertory Bob Senay *Doxology (page 606) *Prayer of dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayers of the People The Lord’s Prayer INVITATION TO THE LORD’S TABLE Communion / Response “Alleluia” *HYMN “Let All Mortal Flesh Keep Silent” #347 *Benediction * Postlude
BIRTHDAYS: Jim Gregg, Connor Diesel, Susan Paul, Marilyn Hickman, Kathy Bell, Andrew Lozano
SYMPATHY The Family of Alvin Danley, Jr. ( Debbie Rugg’s brother) The Family of Betsy Martin (Cousin of Lisa Hamilton) The Family of Andrew “Tim” Marlburger (Debbie Durila’s Grandson) ANNOUNCEMENTS: Remember our Food Collection. And Jesus said, “You give them something to eat.” Please let Betty Fisher know if you are aware of any within the community that may be in need at this time. The congregation will be doing its annual Shopping for Shut-ins soon. If you would like to donate to the ministry, Please contact our treasurer, Garnet Welling, or any member of the session.
CONTINUING PRAYER LIST
Melissa Pedigo, Aaron Blake, Chuck Dicks, Tim Knabenshue, Frank Huffman, Tom Westfall, Elaine Belcascro, Sandy Stone, Matt Petrola, Nancy Hepinger, Ed Horne, Sarah Wilson, Bill Poland, Carl Weber, Jimmy Svetz, Betty Fisher, Haley Diedier, Fred Wilkinson, Evelyn Wood, Brandon Bell, Ricci Amos, Milton Rice, Larry Fox, Nancy Diaz, Gianna Perry, Marlene McFeely, Susie Smith, Tiffany Cipoletti, Cris Miller, Diane Bednarski, Robert Paxton, John & Donna West, Jim McCoy, Bill Berdine, Cheryl Bell, Frank Baker, Diane Anderson, Colleen Kuhn, Jim Durila, James O’Hara, Barb and John O’Hara, Debbie Durila, Larry Litman, Joyce Nichols, Dana Wilson
Our guest speaker today is Rev Renny Domske.
Gathering Around the Word
Prelude Music Director Robert Senay ANNOUNCEMENTS: CALL TO WORSHIP from Psalm 14 The Lord looks down from heaven on the sons of men to see if there are any who understand, any who seek God. The fool says in his heart. “There is no God.” These foolish men are corrupt, their deeds are vile. They have together become corrupt and turned God aside. There is no one who does good, not even one. God is present in the company of the righteous. The Lord is the refuge of the poor and their plans. Will evildoers never learn? They devour my people as men eat bread. Oh, that salvation for Israel would come out of Zion! The Lord restores the fortunes of His people
Our guest speaker this week is Rev. Renny Domske.
Gathering Around the Word
Prelude Music Director Robert Senay ANNOUNCEMENTS: CALL TO WORSHIP from Psalm 13 How Long, O Lord? Will You forget me forever? How long will You hide Your face from me? How Long must I wrestle with my thoughts and every day have sorrow in my heart? My enemy will say, “I have overcome him,” and my foes will rejoice when I fall. Look on me and answer me, O Lord my God. Give light to my eyes, so I do not sleep in death. Yet I trust in Your unfailing love for me; my heart rejoices in Your salvation. I will sing to the Lord, the Lord my God, for my God has surely been good to me. Good morning! We're so glad you're joining us today. When we meet in person, we share our joys and concerns together. If you are reading this from home, take some time to consider the joys and concerns you have. You can share them with us by making a comment on this post as you feel comfortable. You may also want to share them with the prayer chain. When you are ready, use the prayer below (source) to get started: Faithful Father, we begin today by giving you thanks. Your love endures forever, it never fails. Though there are many ways in which we have failed, we have not exceeded the supply of your mercy and grace. We thank you for revealing yourself to us through your word. As we open the Bible today we pray that we would hear your voice. We ask that your Holy Spirit would be at work, opening our ears to hear and our hearts to receive your word. May we be transformed into your likeness. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen. Today's scripture is divided into three sections: 1 John 4:2-3, 13-17; 5:4-5.
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Hymn: My Faith Looks Up to Thee
Call to Worship Now is the moment of grace. This is the hour of blessing Today is the day of salvation. Here is the path to a new life. For this is the day that God is making. Let us rejoice and celebrate the love of our God. |
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