Gathering Around the Word
PALM SUNDAY Prelude: Carol Smith Announcements: CALL TO WORSHIP: Look! Our mighty King comes on the back of a donkey! The fullness of God, has come to us with a sword in hand, ready to defeat the power of sin and death! His ways are righteous, His judgements are just. Let us not turn our hearts away from Him this day, but forever lay palms and our crowns at His feet! Shout Hosanna! Shout save us! Blessed is the King who comes in the name of the Lord! Come and worship Him! INVOCATION
*HYMN: Hosanna, Loud Hosanna # 197
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION: Father, on this Palm Sunday we read of Your willing, unwavering entry into the great city that for generations has beheld Your power and kindness. And yet, as the Son enters in, we know that sinful hearts will quickly turn from praise to demand of crucifixion. Today, we also too often reject the King who rides on a donkey. We want Him to destroy our enemies instead of extending mercy, we want to be exalted instead of being humbled, we want fighting instead of peace. Have mercy on us for the countless ways we harden our hearts and resist submission for Our King. Save us, O Lord! AMEN *Time of Silent Prayer: *Assurance of Pardon *Response – Gloria Patri # 581 Passing of the peace Children’s Chat Prayer of illumination Scripture Reading: Psalm 118: 11-2, 19-29 Diana Donaldson SERMON TEXT: Luke 19: 28-44 *HYMN: “All Hail the Power of Jesus” Name # 263 *Apostles Creed (next to Prayer List) Presentation of tithes and offering Offertory *Doxology *Prayer of dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayer of the people The Lord’s Prayer *HYMN: “All Glory, Laud, and Honor #196 Benediction Postlude
BIRTHDAYS:
Ed Caffrey, John Cole, Mike Durila Sr. ANNIVERSARIES: None this week. SYMPATHIES: To the. Family of Frank Zrimm To the Family of Judy Clutter Donaldson 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. Maundy/Thursday is March 28th at 6 p.m. in the social hall with a light meal. Good Friday Service, March 29th will be at Taylorstown Church at 7 p.m. Easter Sunrise Service at 7 a.m. with breakfast to follow. Traditional service is at 11:15. Men’s Bible Study started March 21 at 6p.m. till 7:30 p.m. at Pastor Clayton’s home. Not to late to join in the group. Today’s Lenten Service is Fourth Presbyterian church. The service is at 4:00 p.m. with Rev. Dave Mason. This prayer listing is for those who have unspoken concerns and prayer on Sundays.
Continuing Prayer List
Chuck Dicks, Frank Huffman, Tom Westfall, Sandy Stone, Sarah Wilson, Carl Weber, Ricci Amos, Fred Wilkinson, Haley Diedier Bedillion, Donna West, Helen Provenzano, Marlene McFeely, Marley Smith, Suzy Smith, Carol Pierce, Chuck Harton, Johnny Yurko, Mike Durila, Betty Fisher, Tim Knabenshue, Jim King Beckett, Grandson of Scott Shetter, Stella Crothers, Lori Patterson, Ron Poznick, Ron Westfall, Mary Stoey, Norma Jean Kelso
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Gathering Around the Word
Announcements: CALL TO WORSHIP: The Lord calls His people to lay down their way of life for His. To take up our cross, and to devote our lives to following Jesus. What can we expect in our service to the Lord? Things will not always be smooth and easy, our old ways of life will fade away, we will be like sheep sent out among wolves. What will we gain in our service to the Lord? Just as the Lord has joined the Father’s glory, so shall we. To know God is our great reward both in life and death. We pick up our cross and will be raised in His glory. Come and worship our great Lord, King, and Savior! INVOCATION
*HYMN: “Immortal, Invisible, God Only Wise” # 12
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION: Father, You have created and blessed us with so many beautiful and wonderful things in this life. Yet in our sin, we have made the focus of our life on these things that bring us pleasure. We are drawn to the beauty of the world and forget how much more wonderful You, the maker of everything are. We become so obsessed with our momentary happiness that we resist Your call to deny ourselves and follow You. Forgive us, God for putting what we want before what You command. For ignoring the needs of our neighbors. For withholding the forgiveness, You so freely extend to us. As we confess these sins and the sinfulness that we don’t even see, we trust in Your loving kindness to justify and restore us. Amen *Time of Silent Prayer: *Assurance of Pardon *Response – Gloria Patri # 581 Passing of the peace Children’s Chat Prayer of illumination Scripture Reading: Jeremiah 31: 31-34 Lois Miller SERMON TEXT: Matthew 16: 21-28 *HYMN “Jesus Call Us” # 720 *Apostles Creed (next to Prayer List) Presentation of tithes and offering Offertory *Doxology *Prayer of dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayer of the people The Lord’s Prayer *HYMN: “Rejoice, Ye Pure in Heart” # 804 Benediction Postlude
BIRTHDAYS: Bob Fisher
ANNIVERSARIES: Butch & Cindy Ward Bryan & Cheryl Bell Doug & Marilyn Ward SYMPATHIES: none this time. 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. Session will meet on Monday the 18th at 7 pm. Men’s Bible Study starting March 21 at 6p.m. till 7:30 p.m. at Pastor Clayton’s home. Today’s Lenten Service is at W. Alexander Presbyterian church. The service is at 4:00 p.m. with Rev. Clayton LaPosta This prayer listing is for those who have unspoken concerns and prayer on Sundays. You will not be forgotten to be prayed for by our pastor.
Continuing Prayer List
Chuck Dicks, Frank Huffman, Tom Westfall, Sandy Stone, Sarah Wilson, Carl Weber, Ricci Amos, Fred Wilkinson, Haley Diedier Bedillion, Judy Donaldson, Donna West, Helen Provenzano, Doug Ward, Marlene McFeely, Marley Smith, Suzy Smith, Carol Pierce, Chuck Harton, Johnny Yurko, Mike Durila, Betty Fisher, Tim Knabenshue, Beckett, Grandson of Scott Shetter, Stella Crothers, Lori Patterson, Ron Poznick, Jim King, Ron Westfall, Mary Stoey, Norma Jean Kelso
Today's guest speaker is TJ Spruill.
Gathering Around the Word
Announcements: CALL TO WORSHIP: Loving God, we come to You in worship and thanksgiving. You are greater than we can understand. Open our eyes that we may see the wonderful truths You have shown to us in Jesus. You are more loving than our hearts can respond to; help us to give ourselves to You in worship so that we learn what You want us to be. You are wiser than we can know; still our minds as we worship You so that we can understand the things You are saying to us. Loving God, in Jesus You chose to come to the world in humility. You chose the path the world saw as foolish. You used what the world considered weak. We worship and adore You. Amen. INVOCATION
*HYMN: “Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing” # 475
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION: Lord, we have sinned, without considering how much You love us. You see our sins more clearly than we can ourselves. Lord, You know when we are indifferent to Your word, the Bible; how often we forget to pray; the times we come unwillingly to worship; and yet we turn to You when we are in trouble., Lord, You know when we are untruthful and when we think evil of others., You see our anger and unfairness to our friends. You know how hard it is for us to forgive. Forgive us and make us clean, so that we can obey Your call to take up Your cross and follow You. Through Jesus Christ, our Lord. AMEN. *Time of Silent Prayer: *Assurance of Pardon *Response – Gloria Patri # 581 Passing of the peace Children’s Chat Prayer of illumination Scripture Reading Genesis 9: 8-17 Mary Esselstyn Sermon *HYMN “Fairest Lord Jesus” # 630 *Apostles Creed (next to Prayer List) Presentation of tithes and offering Offertory *Doxology *Prayer of dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayer of the people The Lord’s Prayer *HYMN: “To God Be the Glory” # 634 Benediction Postlude
BIRTHDAYS: Gary Donaldson
ANNIVERSARIES: Ed & Dorothy Caffrey SYMPATHIES: none this time. Remember our food collection. AndJesus 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. Women’s Missionary Group will meet this Tuesday, March 12th at 9:30 in the social hall. Please come join us as we fellowship together. Women on Wednesday (WOW) will meet on the 13th of March at 9:30 am. Session will meet on Monday the 18th at 7 pm. Men’s Bible Study starting March 21 at 6p.m. till 7:30 p.m. at Pastor Clayton’s home. Today’s Lenten Service is at Grove Presbyterian church. The service is at 4:00 p.m. with Pastor Cynthia Smith. This prayer listing is for those who have unspoken concerns and prayer on Sundays. You will not be forgotten to be prayed for by our pastor.
Continuing Prayer List
Chuck Dicks, Frank Huffman, Tom Westfall, Sandy Stone, Sarah Wilson, Carl Weber, Ricci Amos, Fred Wilkinson, Haley Diedier Bedillion, Judy Donaldson, Donna West, Helen Provenzano, Doug Ward, Marlene McFeely, Marley Smith, Suzy Smith, Carol Pierce, Chuck Harton, Frank Baker, Johnny Yurko, Mike Durila, Betty Fisher, Tim Knabenshue, Beckett, Grandson of Scott Shetter, Stella Crothers, Lori Patterson, Ron Poznick, Jim King, Ron Westfall, Mary Stoey, Norma Jean Kelso Gathering Around the Word Prelude ANNOUNCEMENTS CALL TO WORSHIP: We come before the Lord to worship our greatest treasure. We have known great blessings in our lives, but none compare to knowing You. Out of God’s providence, all our needs are met. We need not worry about tomorrow, our God goes before us. Even in the toughest moments of our lives, we will not fear. .We trust in God. Let us worship today our greatest treasure and portion in This life, the Lord our God. INVOCATION
*HYMN “God of All Ages, Whose Almighty Hand” # 331
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION: Gracious God, our sins are too heavy to carry, too real to hide, and too deep to undo. Forgive what our lips tremble to name, what our hearts can no longer bear, and what has become for us a consuming fire of judgement. Set us free from a past that we cannot change; open us to a future in which we can be changed; and grant us grace to grow more and more in Your likeness and image; through Jesus Christ our Lord, the light of the world, we pray. Amen *Time of silent prayer: *Assurance of Pardon *Response – Gloria Patri page 581 *Passing of the peace Children’s Chat Prayer of illumination Scripture Psalm 10 Christine Welling Sermon text: Matthew 6: 19-34 *HYMN “Seek Ye First” # 175 *Apostles Creed Presentation of tithes and offering Offertory *Doxology *Prayer of dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayers of the people ` The Lord’s Prayer *HYMN “The Church’s One Foundation” # 321 *Benediction * Postlude
BIRTHDAYS:
Marlene McFeely, Norma Kelso, Jim Westfall ANNIVERSARIES: John & Rosemary Cole SYMPATHIES: To the Family of Anthony Georgetti To the Family of Elmo George 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. Covered Dish today in the Social Hall, please stay and enjoy a meal and fellowship. We are having meatloaf as our main dish. This prayer listing is for those who have unspoken prayers on Sundays. You will not be forgotten to be prayed for!! Please note the insert today. It is for Men’s Bible Study starting March 21 at 6p.m. till 7:30 p.m. at Pastor Clayton’s home. Address is on insert. Today’s Lenten Service is at Claysville Presbyterian church. The service is at 4:00 p.m. with Rev. Terry Lucarelli.
Continuing Prayer List
Chuck Dicks, Frank Huffman, Tom Westfall, Sandy Stone, Sarah Wilson, Carl Weber, Ricci Amos, Fred Wilkinson, Haley Diedier Bedillion, Judy Donaldson, Donna West Helen Provenzano, Doug Ward Marlene McFeely, Marley Smith, Suzy Smith, Carol Pierce, Chuck Harton, Frank Baker Johnny Yurko, Mike Durila, Betty Fisher, Tim Knabenshue Beckett, Grandson of Scott Shetter, Stella Crothers, Lori Patterson, Ron Poznick, Jim King, Mary Stoey, Norma Jean Kelso
Gathering Around the Word
Prelude: Carol Smith Announcements: CALL TO WORSHIP: The Lord is good and kind. Even when we turn and run. He welcomes us home. He is a good Father. Slow to anger, refining us in His reproof of our sin, and quick to forgive. Who is like the Lord our God? No one is like Him. All of His ways are good and just even when ours are not. We give our hearts, not just our words and deeds to the Lord today. God is jealous and takes pity on His people. Worship today our Lord, our King, our Father. . INVOCATION
*HYMN: “Why Should I Feel Discouraged? # 661
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION: Father, we know that it is easy to say that we trust and follow You when it requires very little of us. If all that faithfulness required was going to church or dropping some money in a collection plate, we could get behind that. But when we learn that You require all of us, all of our heart, our affection, our trust, our time, our works, we draw the line. We choose to give other things that should be given to You and still claim to love You. Forgive us for having misaligned priorities and devotion. Forgive us for withholding parts of ourselves that ought to be given to You. Call us back to You and to greater faithfulness. Amen *Time of Silent Prayer: *Assurance of Pardon *Response – Gloria Patri # 581 Passing of the peace Children’s Chat Prayer of illumination Scripture Reading: 1 Thessalonians 1: 4-10 Kirkland Cipoletti Sermon text: Joel 2: 12-21 : *HYMN “Will You Come and Follow Me” # 726 *Apostles Creed (next to Prayer List) Presentation of tithes and offering Offertory *Doxology *Prayer of dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayer of the people The Lord’s Prayer *HYMN: “There’s a Sweet, Sweet Spirit” # 408 Benediction Postlude Carol Smith
BIRTHDAYS:
Amy Hickman, David Gill, Bryan Welling ANNIVERSARIES: None this week SYMPATHIES: To the Family of Eileen Hatfield Cousin of the Durila’s 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. Just a reminder that church services will be back to 11:15 starting March 3rd. This prayer listing is for those who have unspoken prayers on Sundays. You will not be forgotten to be prayed for!!
Continuing Prayer List
Chuck Dicks, Frank Huffman, Tom Westfall, Sandy Stone, Sarah Wilson, Carl Weber, Ricci Amos, Fred Wilkinson, Haley Diedier Bedillion, Judy Donaldson, Donna West, Helen Provenzano, Doug Ward, Marlene McFeely, Marley Smith, Suzy Smith, Carol Pierce, Chuck Harton, Frank Baker, Johnny Yurko, Mike Durila, Betty Fisher, Tim Knabenshue, Beckett, Grandson of Scott Shetter, Kayla Horner, Step Granddaughter of Cheryl Bell, Stella Crothers, Lori Patterson, Ron Poznick, Jim King, Mary Stoey, Unspoken prayers,
Gathering Around the Word
Prelude: Announcements: CALL TO WORSHIP: Create in us a clean heart, O God; Put a new and right spirit within us. Have mercy on us, O God, according to Your steadfast love; According to Your abundant mercy blot out our transgressions. Create in us a clean heart, O God; put a new and right spirit6 within us. Wash us thoroughly from our iniquity, and cleanse us from our sin. Create in us a clean heart, O God; Put a new and right spirit within us. Come, worship today the God and King that alone is able to pardon our sin and give us new life. INVOCATION
*HYMN: “Great is Thy Faithfulness” # 39
*PRAYER OF CONFESSION: Father, we know our transgressions, and our sin is ever before us. Against You, You alone, have we sinned, and done what is evil in Your sight. Create in us a clean heart, O God; put a new and right spirit within us. Turn our hearts from loving the things of the world and a love of running from You and call us back, in repentance to love You with all of our heart, soul, and mind. Amen *Time of Silent Prayer: *Assurance of Pardon *Response – Gloria Patri # 581 Passing of the peace Children’s Chat Prayer of illumination Scripture Reading: Genesis 9: 8–17 Debbie Mary Sermon text: Philippians 3: 1-14 : *HYMN “A Mighty Fortress Is Our God” # 275 *Apostles Creed (next to Prayer List) Presentation of tithes and offering Offertory *Doxology *Prayer of dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayer of the people The Lord’s Prayer INVITATION TO THE LORD’S TABLE “Let Us “Break Bread Together # 525 Communion “Alleluia” (1 verse) INVOCATION “A Hymn of Joy we ‘Sing” (see insert) Benediction Postlude
BIRTHDAYS: Butch Ward, James O’Hara, Gavin Hathaway
ANNIVERSARIES: None this week SYMPATHIES: To Family of Chase Johnson Co-worker of Susie Cummings Today will be the first Lenten service at Upper Buffalo at 4 pm. 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. Missionary meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, February 20th at 9:30 a.m. We are hosting the Lenten service on February 25th at 4p.m. There will be refreshments in the social hall after the service. Just a reminder that church services will be back to 11:15 starting March 3rd. This prayer listing is for those who have unspoken prayers on Sundays. You will not be forgotten to be prayed for!!
Our guest speaker is Rev. Renny Domske.
Prelude
Choir “ Lift Up Your Heads, Ye Mighty Gates” ANNOUNCEMENTS: Call to Worship: “from Psalm 28” To You I call, O Lord my Rock; do not turn a deaf ear to me. If You remain silent, I will feel as if I have fallen in the pit. Hear my cry for mercy as I call to You for help, as I lift up my hands toward Your Holy Holies. Praise be to the Lord, for He has heard my cry for mercy. The Lord is my strength and my shield. My heart trusts in Him and I am helped. I leap with joy as I give thanks to Him in song. The Lord is the strength of His people, A fortress of salvation for His anointed one. Save Your people, Lord, and bless Your inheritance. be their Shepherd and carry them forever.
* Hymn “Hosanna, Loud Hosanna #197
Prayer of Confession (unison) O Lord, we’ve heard the old, old story and we confess our Sin of indifference. Forgive our faithlessness, O Faithful God! We have apathy—see beyond our apathy. We have thoughtlessness—see beyond our thoughtlessness. We are self-centered—see beyond our self-centeredness. We make wrong choices—turn our heads toward right choices. My Lord God, I am sorry, Brush against me when I least expect it. Inspire us to tell the old, old story of Your love to all we meet. * Time of silent prayer *Assurance Of Pardon: Response – Gloria Patri (page 581) Passing the peace The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also, with you! Children’s Chat Prayer for illumination The Word of God Scripture reading: Luke 19: 28 – 40 Matthew 21: 1 – 11 Sermon: “ Sent My Coat To The Cleaners” Responding to the Word *Hymn “All Glory, Laud, and Honor # 196 *Apostles Creed (copy next to prayer list) Presentation of our tithes and offering Offertory *Doxology (page 606) *Prayer of Dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayers of the People The Lord’s Prayer *Hymn “What Wondrous Love is This # 215 *Benediction Choir “There is a Green Hill Far Away”
BIRTHDAYS : Evelyn Wood, Bobbie Clifford
SYMPATHY : To the Family of Joyce Nichols To Family of Carol Horne’s Niece Jennifer Sovocool ANNOUNCEMENTS: 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. Prayers are needed for John O’Hara. This afternoon is the last of the Lenten services. This one is at Upper Buffalo Presbyterian Church at 4:00PM Rev. Terry Lucarelli, Preaching Ruling elder Dale Rush, Liturgist THE DISCIPLE SIMON PETER, JOHN 21: 4-19 Holy Week Services Choir Practice, Thursday at 2 pm Maundy Thursday, 5 pm at Upper Buffalo Good Friday, 7 pm at North Buffalo Easter Sunrise Service and Breakfast 7 am at North Buffalo Breakfast and Worship 9 am at Upper Buffalo Worship and Communion 11 am at North Buffalo
CONTINUING PRAYER LIST
Chuck Dicks, Frank Huffman, Tom Westfall, Elaine Belcastro, Sandy Stone, Matt Petrola, Nancy Hepinger, Sarah Wilson, Bill Poland, Carl Weber, Jimmy Svetz, Haley Diedier Bedillion, Fred Wilkinson, Evelyn Wood, Ricci Amos, Tiffany Cipoletti, Diane Anderson, Tim Taylor, Suzy Smith, Ed Horne, Helen Provenzano, Jean Westfall, Lori Doxtator Walker, Ruth Buterbaugh, Ron Westfall, Taylor Shrontz Kopacko, Heather Waltz Simpson, Richard Ward, Donna West, Judy Clutter Donaldson, Mike Fisher’s co-worker Vincent, Marlene McFeely, Susan Paul, Chuck Harton, Robert Paxton, Wiley Myers, John O’Hara
Today's guest speaker is Rev. Renny Domske.
Gathering Around the Word
Prelude Carol Smith Choir For the Beauty of the Earth 14 ANNOUNCEMENTS CALL TO WORSHIP from Psalm 27 The Lord is my light and my salvation-- whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life-- of whom shall I ever be afraid? One thing I ask of the Lord, this is what I seek: that I may dwell in the house of the Lord for all my days. I want to gaze upon the beauty of the Lord. He will hide me in the shelter of His tabernacle. Teach me Your ways, O Lord; lead me in a straight path. I am confident I will see the goodness of the Lord. Your face I will always seek. Wait for the Lord: be strong and take courage and wait for the Lord. INVOCATION
* HYMN “ Bless Be the Tie That Binds” # 306
* PRAYER OF CONFESSION (UNISON) Great God of this life, we confess that we have been unfaithful to You. We have worshiped other gods; money, power, greed, And convenience. We have served our own self-interest instead Of serving You. Your people and Your kingdom. We have sinned. Forgive us, Gracious God, and bring us back into the fullness of our relationship with you. You never let us down. We are honored to call You our Father. We are amazed that Your Son died for us. * Time of silent prayer *Assurance of Pardon *Response – Gloria Patri (Hymnal 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 The Word of God Scripture reading: Luke 13: 22-30 Lisa Hamilton Luke 8: 1- 8 L: The Word of the Lord P: Thanks be to God! Sermon “Cary Grant’s Ears “ Responding to the Word *HYMN “When I Survey the Wondrous Cross” # 224 *Apostles Creed (copy next to prayer list) Presentation of our tithes and offering Offertory *Doxology (Hymnal page 606) *Prayer of dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayers of the People The Lord’s Prayer *HYMN “ Great is Thy Faithfulness” # 39 *Choir All Things Bright and Beautiful 20 *Benediction Postlude
BIRTHDAYS : John Cole, Mike Durila Sr.
SYMPATHY To the Family of Donald Casto (Uncle of Don Herschell) ANNOUNCEMENTS: 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. Marlene Huffman’s brother Chuck Harton has a very bad heart but won’t go to the hospital because his wife has dementia, and he will not leave her. Bless this man for his commitment and pray for him. Lenten service is at U.P. Church of Claysville today at 2:30 PM. Please note the time Worship and Music by One Voice ministry. Apr 2 Upper Buffalo Presbyterian Church at 4:00PM Rev. Terry Lucarelli, Preaching Ruling elder Dale Rush, Liturgist THE DISCIPLE SIMON PETER, JOHN 21: 4-19
CONTINUING PRAYER LIST
Melissa Pedigo, Aaron Blake, Chuck Dicks, Tim Knabenshue, Frank Huffman, Tom Westfall, Elaine Belcascro, Sandy Stone, Matt Petrola, Nancy Hepinger, Sarah Wilson, Bill Poland, Carl Weber, Jimmy Svetz, Haley Diedier Bedillion, Fred Wilkinson, Evelyn Wood, Brandon Bell, Ricci Amos, Nancy Diaz, Gianna Perry, Tiffany Cipoletti, Diane Anderson,Jim Durila, Tim Taylor, Suzy Smith, Ed Horne, Helen Provenzano, Jean Westfall, Lori Doxtator Walker, Ruth Buterbaugh, Carol Knabenshue Richard Wagner, Ed Caffrey, Jeff Durila,Ron Westfall, Taylor Shrontz Kopacko, Heather Waltz Simpson, Joyce Nichols, Richard Ward, Donna West, John O’Hara, Judy Clutter Donaldson, Mike Fisher’s co-worker Vincent, Susan Paul, Kathy Durila, Chuck Harton
Our guest speaker today is Rev. Renny Domske.
Choir # 300
ANNOUNCEMENTS: Call to Worship: “ from Psalms 26” Vindicate me, O Lord, for I have led a blameless life. I have trusted on the Lord without wavering. Test me, O Lord, and try me, examine my heart; for Your love is ever before my eyes and my mind. I walk continually in Your truth. I do not sit with deceitful men or consort with hypocrites. I love the house where You live, O Lord. I love the place where Your glory dwells. I proclaim aloud Your praise and go to Your altar. I do not hesitate in telling of all Your wonderful deeds. My feet stand on level ground; in the great assembly I will praise the Lord.
* Hymn “Standing on the Promises” # 838
Prayer of Confession (unison) Almighty God, our heavenly Father, it is Your will that we should love You with heart, soul, mind, and strength, and our neighbor as ourselves. We continually fail. We confess that our affections continually turn away from You; from purity to lust, from freedom to slavery, from compassion to indifference, from fullness to emptiness. Have mercy on us. Order our lives by Your holy word, and make Your commandments the joy of our hearts. Forgive our selfish ways and turn our hearts toward You. * Time of silent prayer *Assurance Of Pardon Response – Gloria Patri (page 581) Passing the Peace The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you! Children’s Chat Prayer for illumination Scripture reading: Philippians 4: 10-13, 19-20 Diana Donaldson Matthew 16: 21 - 28 Sermon: “ It’s Easier to Tell God What To Do” *Hymn “Jesus Call Us” # 720 *Apostles Creed (copy next to prayer list) Presentation of our tithes and offering Offertory *Doxology (page 606) *Prayer of Dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayers of the People The Lord’s Prayer *Hymn “Beneath the Cross of Jesus” # 216 *Benediction Choir # 450 * Postlude
BIRTHDAYS : Bob Fisher, Ed Caffrey
ANNIVERSARYS: Butch & Cindy Ward Bryan & Cheryl Bell Doug & Marilyn Ward SYMPATHYS: To the Family of Linda Stough To the Family of Donald Casto (Uncle of Don Herschell) To the Families of Justin Crawford and Nevaeh Sheets ANNOUNCEMENTS: 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. Anyone who wants to join our church choir may do so by coming to church during Sunday School hours. Rehearsal starts at 10:45 downstairs. All are welcome to join the choir. This Saturday, March 25, is our second clean up day. We will meet here at the church at 9:30. The Lenten service is at Grove UP Church today. The service is at 4 pm with Dr. Renny Domske preaching. Ruling Elder Diana Smith, liturgist Judas Iscariot, John 13: 21 - 30
CONTINUING PRAYER LIST
Melissa Pedigo, Aaron Blake, Chuck Dicks, Tim Knabenshue, Frank Huffman, Tom Westfall, Elaine Belcascro, Sandy Stone, Matt Petrola, Nancy Hepinger, Sarah Wilson, Bill Poland, Carl Weber, Jimmy Svetz, Haley Diedier Bedillion, Fred Wilkinson, Evelyn Wood, Brandon Bell, Ricci Amos, Nancy Diaz, Gianna Perry, Tiffany Cipoletti, Diane Anderson, Jim Durila, Tim Taylor, Suzy Smith, Ed Horne, Helen Provenzano, Jean Westfall, Lori Doxtator Walker, Ruth Buterbaugh, Carol Knabenshue Richard Wagner, Ed Caffrey, Jeff Durila, Ron Westfall, Taylor Shrontz Kopacko, Heather Waltz Simpson, Joyce Nichols, Richard Ward, Donna West, John O’Hara, Judy Clutter Donaldson, Bob Fisher’s co-worker Vincent, Susan Paul, Kathy Durila
Our guest speaker this week is Rev. Renny Domske.
Gathering Around the Word
Prelude Bob Senay Introit Choir ANNOUNCEMENTS CALL TO WORSHIP ( Psalm 25 ) L: To You, O Lord, I lift up my soul, In You I trust, O my God. Do not let me be put to shame. P: No one whose hope is in You will ever be put to shame. Show me Your ways, O Lord, teach me Your paths. L: Guide me in Your truth and teach me, for You are God my Savior, and my hope is in You. P: Remember, O Lord, Your great mercy and love. Remember me, for You are good, O Lord. L: All the ways of the Lord are loving and faithful for those who keep the demands of His covenant. P: My eyes are ever on the Lord, For only He will release my feet from the snare. INVOCATION Renny Domske
* HYMN “Come Thou Fount of Every Blessing” # 475
* PRAYER OF CONFESSION (UNISON) Loving Lord Jesus, who came to seek and to save the lost, we Confess that we have lost our way. Forgive our wayward and willful disobedience. Lead us back to you. ‘Forgive us for every thought, word, or deed that has brought hurt to others. Heal the pain we have caused. We have dishonored Your Name. Grace us with Your Holy Spirit and lead us once again in the way that leads to life. * Time of silent prayer *Assurance of Pardon *Response – Gloria Patri (Hymnal page 581) *Passing the Peace L: The peace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with you. P: And also, with you. CHILDREN’S CHAT The Word of God Prayer for Illumination Scripture reading: John 1: 6 - 14 Lois Miller Mark 1: 1 - 14 L: The Word of the Lord P: Thanks be to God! Sermon “Saturday Night Bath Night “ Responding to the Word *HYMN “There’s a Sweet Spirit in This Place” #408 *Apostles Creed (copy next to prayer list) Presentation of our tithes and offering Offertory - Doxology ( Page 606) *Prayer of dedication Concerns and Celebrations Prayers of the People The Lord’s Prayer INVITATION TO THE LORD’S TABLE: Communion *HYMN “ Come Christians, Join to Sing” #267 *Choir *Benediction Postlude Bob Senay *Please stand if able |
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