Our Journey of Faith and the American Dream

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Hymn: Be Still My Soul
 
Call to Worship
A new world awaits through an open door. Welcome into the house of God where you can discover renewal and new life. Find help and blessing in the presence of God. There also, find joy and forgiveness as we are all a part of the family of God.

Prayer of Confession
We confess to you, O God, that we have not yet become totally changed into your image and likeness. There seems to be more dust and clay in us than there is spirit and light. We are centered in our own lives, rather than yours. We find time to do the things that are really important to us but we have little time for you and our neighbors. Give us your strength and faith to trust in you and your way. We ask it all in your holy name this Sabbath morning. 
 
Assurance of Pardon
In Christ there is no east or west,
In him no south or north,
But one great fellowship of love throughout the whole wide earth.
In Jesus Christ, there is new life.
In Jesus Christ, we are forgiven.
 
Hymn: Leaning on the Everlasting Arms
 
Apostle's Creed
I believe in God, the Father almighty,
      maker of heaven and earth.
And in Jesus Christ, his only Son, our Lord,
      who was conceived by the Holy Ghost
      and born of the virgin Mary.
      Suffered under Pontius Pilate,
      was crucified, dead and buried.
      On the third day he arose from the dead.
      He ascended into heaven
      and sitteth on the right hand of God the Father almighty.
      From thence he shall 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.
 
Children's Sermon
 
Prayer of Illumination
 
Scripture Lesson
​Psalm 73

Psalm 73
A psalm of Asaph.
1 Surely God is good to Israel,
    to those who are pure in heart.
2 But as for me, my feet had almost slipped;
    I had nearly lost my foothold.
3 For I envied the arrogant
    when I saw the prosperity of the wicked.
4 They have no struggles;
    their bodies are healthy and strong.[a]
5 They are free from common human burdens;
    they are not plagued by human ills.
6 Therefore pride is their necklace;
    they clothe themselves with violence.
7 From their callous hearts comes iniquity[b];
    their evil imaginations have no limits.
8 They scoff, and speak with malice;
    with arrogance they threaten oppression.
9 Their mouths lay claim to heaven,
    and their tongues take possession of the earth.
10 Therefore their people turn to them
    and drink up waters in abundance.[c]
11 They say, “How would God know?
    Does the Most High know anything?”
12 This is what the wicked are like--
    always free of care, they go on amassing wealth.
13 Surely in vain I have kept my heart pure
    and have washed my hands in innocence.
14 All day long I have been afflicted,
    and every morning brings new punishments.
15 If I had spoken out like that,
    I would have betrayed your children.
16 When I tried to understand all this,
    it troubled me deeply
17 till I entered the sanctuary of God;
    then I understood their final destiny.
18 Surely you place them on slippery ground;
    you cast them down to ruin.
19 How suddenly are they destroyed,
    completely swept away by terrors!
20 They are like a dream when one awakes;
    when you arise, Lord,
    you will despise them as fantasies.
21 When my heart was grieved
    and my spirit embittered,
22 I was senseless and ignorant;
    I was a brute beast before you.
23 Yet I am always with you;
    you hold me by my right hand.
24 You guide me with your counsel,
    and afterward you will take me into glory.
25 Whom have I in heaven but you?
    And earth has nothing I desire besides you.
26 My flesh and my heart may fail,
    but God is the strength of my heart
    and my portion forever.
27 Those who are far from you will perish;
    you destroy all who are unfaithful to you.
28 But as for me, it is good to be near God.
    I have made the Sovereign Lord my refuge;
    I will tell of all your deeds.

Sermon: Our Journey of Faith and the American Dream
 
Hymn: I Am Trusting Thee Lord Jesus
 
Prayer of Thanksgiving
Lift up your hearts
We lift them up to the Lord
Let us give thanks to the Lord our God
It is right to give God thanks and praise
 
Church Joys and Concerns
If you have a joy or concern to share that is not listed below, and you feel comfortable doing so, you may share it in the comments.

Ruth Hampe had surgery Thursday at Allegheny General Hospital. 
Linda Hatfield (Wendy Liggett’s mother) was in the hospital this past week and is home recuperating.  

Sympathy to the family of Lee Robinson, the family of Norma Bilby, and the family of Nick Cross.

This week's birthdays
28 Honey Moore
29 John Marton
Oct 1 Rosemarie Noble
2 Mary Hathaway
​4 Ricci Rich

This week's anniversaries
1 Doreen and Dave Diesel
​3 Dan and Mary Hathaway

Continuing Prayer List

• Roma Grose
• Ruth Hampe
• Dave Burt
• Susan Schively
• Jimmy Davis
• Judy Donaldson
• Margo Johnson
• Melissa Pedigo
• Aaron Blake
• Lisa Phillips
• Mickey Gubitti
• Chip Rogers
• Dixie Avolia
• Virginia Coffield

• Dennis McWreath
• Chuck Whirlow
• Chuck Dicks
• Randy Moore
• Margaret Knabenshue
• Janet Schively
• Mary Ann Durila
• Patty Nagy
• Dr. Craig Fox
• Nick Cross
• Karen Eisiminger
• Kelley Gump
• Mary Ann McFeeley
• Ron Westfall

• Ed Horne
• Donna West
• June McGill
• Dianna Donaldson
• Jessica Duke
• Chuck Montecello
• April Hincy
• Monique Tiabi
• Garnet Welling
• Trevor Baker
• Hayden Dijean
• Dave Cummings
• Linda Hatfield

Pastoral Prayer and the Lord's Prayer
 
Hymn: A Mighty Fortress is Our God
 
Charge and Benediction

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We're so glad that you've decided to join us this week!

Next week, we will start back to in-person worship, for those who feel safe attending. If you prefer to stay home, the service will still post here, but it will be later in the day. Information can be found in the letter below.

If you need anything during this time, please contact Pastor Gary or a session member. If you would like to add someone to our prayer chain, please contact Linda Miller. If you need food from our food pantry, please contact Becky Phillips.

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