The First Presbyterian Church Delhi, New York

June 11, 2017 9:30 a.m.

“The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the communion of the Holy Spirit be with all of you.”

2 Cor 13.13

GATHERING AROUND THE WORD

Prelude

Welcome and Church Life Notes

Sharing Joys and Concerns

Introit "Step by Step" by Strasser

Chancel Choir

*Call to Worship (from Psalm 8) (responsively)

Leader: O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!

People: Your creation is glorious! When I look at the night skies and see

the work of your fingers, the moon and stars suspended in space –

Leader: I ponder “What are human beings that you are mindful of them, mortals

that you care for them?” You have made us a little lower than the angels

and crowned us with glory and honor.

People: O Lord, our Lord, how majestic is your name in all the earth!

*Hymn “Sing Glory to the Name of God” #10

*Call to Confession

*Prayer of Confession (in unison)

Heavenly Father, we are so blessed to be called your children. In you we

find our all in all. We need your grace to make us more gracious. We need

your mercy that we might be merciful. We need your forgiveness that we

might forgive others. Breathe your healing and renewing Spirit into our

scattered lives and re-create us to find wholeness in Christ our Lord.

Amen.

(A moment for silent personal prayer of confession)

*Assurance of Pardon (responsively)

The good news in Christ is that when we face ourselves and God with the

awareness of our sin, we are given grace to grow, strength to heal, and courage

to walk in the way of the Lord. Friends, believe the good news of the gospel.

In Jesus Christ we are forgiven! Hallelujah. Amen.

*Choral Response “The Gloria”

Glory be to the Father, and to the Son, and to the Holy Ghost!

As it was in the beginning, is now, and ever shall be!

World without end! Amen! Amen!

*Passing of the Peace

Leader: The Peace of the Lord be with you.

People: And also with you.

PROCLAIMING THE WORD

Time for Small Disciples Rev. Dr. Lisa Ruth Mays

(Children may leave for the Child Care Room following the children's message.)

Anthem "Send the Light/This Little Light of Mine" arr. by Martin

Chancel Choir

Prayer for Illumination (in unison)

Holy Spirit, may we hold on to the words of Christ and still be astonished

by His deeds. May our hearts move quickly towards Him, and may our

minds be filled with His Holy Peace. In Jesus’ Name, we pray. Amen.

Genesis 1:1-2:4a (page 1 OT in the pew Bible)

Leader: This is the Word of the Lord.

People: Thanks be to God.

Matthew 28:16-20 (page 34 NT in the pew Bible)

Leader: The Gospel of Christ.

People: Thanks be to God.

Sermon “The Threeness” Rev. Dr. Lisa Ruth Mays

RESPONDING TO THE WORD

*The Prayer of St. Patrick (in unison) (Ushers gather in the narthex at this time.)

I arise today through a mighty strength, the invocation of the Trinity,

through belief in the Threeness, through confession of the Oneness of the

Creator of creation.

I arise today through the strength of Christ with His Baptism,

through the strength of His Crucifixion with His Burial,

through the strength of His Resurrection with His Ascension,

through the strength of His descent for the Judgment of Doom.

I arise today, through God's strength to pilot me:

God's might to uphold me, God's wisdom to guide me,

God's eye to look before me, God's ear to hear me,

God's word to speak for me, God's hand to guard me,

God's way to lie before me, God's shield to protect me,

God's host to secure me.

Christ with me, Christ before me, Christ behind me, Christ in me,

Christ beneath me, Christ above me,

Christ on my right, Christ on my left,

Christ in breadth, Christ in length, Christ in height,

Christ in the heart of every one who thinks of me,

Christ in the mouth of every one who speaks of me,

Christ in every eye that sees me, Christ in every ear that hears me.

I arise today through a mighty strength, the invocation of the Trinity,

through belief in the Threeness, through confession of the Oneness of the

Creator of creation. Salvation is of the Lord. Salvation is of Christ. May

Thy Salvation, O Lord, be ever with us. Amen.

Eucharist

Presentation of Gifts & Offerings

Call to the Offering

Offertory

*Choral Response “The Doxology” # 606

Prayer of Dedication (in unison)

Astounding Spirit, you have showered your gifts upon us. Now we offer

you our lives, to be transformed, made new, and given for love in the

world; in Jesus name. Amen.

Invitation to the Lord's Table

Hymn “Bread of the World in Mercy Broken” #499

Prayer of Thanksgiving and The Lord’s Prayer … “forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors”

Communion of the People As you pass the plate to the person next to you, please say these words. The body of Christ, the bread of heaven. The blood of Christ, the cup of salvation.

Those taking communion are asked to hold the bread until all are served, symbolizing our unity in the Spirit of Christ, then to drink individually the cup, symbolizing our personal commitment to Christ.

Prayer after Communion (in unison)

Almighty and ever-living God, you have given us grace, by our confession

of faith, to acknowledge and worship the eternal trinity in the majesty of

the Unity. Keep us steadfast in this faith and worship, and bring us at last

to see your eternal glory, one God, now and forever. Amen.

*Parting Hymn “Christ Beside Me” #702

*Benediction

*Choral Benediction “Praise to God the Father” #605

*Postlude

*You are invited to stand.

Interim Pastor: Rev. Dr. Lisa Ruth Mays Music Director/ Organist: Billy Meredith 4 Clinton Street, Delhi, NY 13753 e-mail: office@fpcdelhi.org

Liturgist: Elder Renee Maxwell Phone: (607) 746-2155

Fax # (607) 746-2156 Web Site: www.fpcdelhi.org

SUNDAY June 11

9:00 am Choir gathers (Sanctuary and Chapel) 9:30 am Worship (Sanctuary) 1:00 pm – 5:00 pm Girl Scout Fly Up Ceremony (Sanctuary & FH)

MONDAY June 12

9:00 am Fitness Class ( FH) 10:30 am Advanced Tai Chi (Chapel) 11:00 am Delaware County Senior Council (Chapel & CR) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR)

TUESDAY June 13

10:30 am Tai Chi (Chapel) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 5:00 pm Weight Watchers (Chapel) 6:00 pm Crafters Club for Bazaar at the home of Betty Bell

WEDNESDAY June 14

7:30 am SPARKS at Crossroads Café 9:00 am Fitness Class (FH) 10:30 am Advanced Tai Chi (Chapel) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR)

THURSDAY June 15

10:30 am Tai Chi (Chapel) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 6:00 pm Sewing Fellowship (BR) 6:30 pm Yoga for All (Chapel)

FRIDAY June 16

9:00 am – 2:00 pm The Kirk Thrift Shoppe is open! 10:00 am Gentle Yoga (Chapel) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 6:30 pm Eagle Board of Review (CR)

SATURDAY June 17

7:00 am DCCAN French Toast for Father’s Day (FH) 9:00 am – 2:00 pm The Kirk Thrift Shoppe is open!

SUNDAY June 18

9:00 am Choir gathers (Sanctuary and Chapel) 9:30 am Worship (Sanctuary)

RR – Red Room; CR – Conference Room; FH – Fellowship Hall; BR – Blue Room

First Presbyterian Church actively exists as the living body of Christ, committed to growing in faithfulness to God, serving the whole human family

and welcoming all people into God’s love. (Our Mission Statement)

First Presbyterian Church

of Delhi, New York Church Life: June 11, 2017

Greetings and welcome! This day is known as Trinity Sunday. Therefore we think of God's revelation as Father, Son and Holy Spirit. As we glorify the Lord today, let us contemplate upon our Creator, our Savior, our ever-present Companion. Praise God from whom all blessings flow.

We worship in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit — on this Trinity Sunday and always. Amen.

We invite everyone to take a moment during the offertory to sign the Church Attendance Register. A special welcome is extended to all who are visiting with us this morning. We hope that your worship experience will be meaningful and enjoyable. If you are interested in learning more about First Presbyterian Church or becoming a member of this congregation, please speak with Pastor Lisa Ruth, the Church Office or any Elder.

The FLOWERING PLANTS this morning are given by Linda and Richard Malcolm to the glory of God. The marigold seedlings are from the seeds Linda harvested from our church flowers last fall. You are invited to take one to plant around your home reminding you of God’s love and the love of your church family.

The TRUSTEES responsible for counting today are Steve McKeegan and Art Maxwell. The Trustees responsible for counting on June 18 are Jackie Clark and Erica Cantwell.

CHILDREN’S WORSHIP BAGS are available in the hospitality room on the shelves. Children are welcome to select a bag with items of their choosing to use during worship. CHILDREN’S BULLETINS are also available. The CHILD CARE ROOM will be available to parents today during the worship service. Child care is usually provided from after the children's sermon until the end of worship most Sundays.

The SUNDAY SCHOOL CLASSES will resume September 10.

You Are Invited! Representatives from Smith Barney will be at the June 21st joint meeting of the Trustees and the Session at 6:30 p.m. All are invited and urged to attend.

The Trustees will host a work party on Saturday morning June 24 at 8:00 am. Everyone is invited to attend to help maintain our church home. Come enjoy some time in fellowship and service with our church family.

Join the fun! There will be an organizational meeting for Vacation Bible School on June 19 at 6:30 pm. Everyone interested in helping out for this year’s VBS program (July 23-27) please plan to attend. If you want to help out but are unable to attend on the 19th, please contact Gail Dibble (746-6377) or Joe Maxwell (434-5021).

The Kirk Thrift Shoppe has some nice gifts for Father's Day, June 18th from clothes to special Dad items. We have lots of Summer Clothes for everyone and some beautiful gifts, dresses, men's suits for Weddings. Also an actual Wedding Dress-size 10, only worn once, professionally cleaned and reasonably priced. We started a Free Drawing for two beautiful Gardening Books this past weekend and the drawing will be Saturday June 24th at 1:00pm. Come in and sign up!

The Holiday Bazaar is Saturday November 4th. If any Committee Chair asks for your help please say yes! Please come to Betty Bell's house on Tuesday evenings from 6:00 to 8:00 pm for our Crafts Club. We have lots of projects and supplies. Come with your own project, ideas and any supplies you wish to donate. And it's fun!

REMEMBER YOUR DONATION FOR THE FOOD BANK! SPECIAL NEEDS – Bread, Summer Breakfast and Lunch foods

Thoughts on Giving: “For God so loved the world that He gave His only Son…” JOHN 3:16 Is your love conditional? Is there a price others have to pay to receive your love? Are you generous with your time, money and possessions? If you give someone something, do you expect something in return? Do you give your time freely or do you “fit it in” when it’s convenient for you? Pray for a grateful and generous heart. Stewardship Prayer: That we give our love unconditionally, especially to those who are closest to us.

The Per Capita amount for 2017 has been set at $36.60 per member.

Barbecue Chicken Benefiting First Presbyterian Church of

Delhi, New York Presbyterian Women Mission Work

Friday, June 23, 2017 from 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (or until sold out)

At Wilson’s stand in the parking lot near Tractor Supply Company. Just watch for the signs & follow your nose!

Take a break from the cooking and support the mission work of PW.

The Daily Bread and Upper Room Devotionals are available on the information racks in the narthex and outside the church office. If you wish to make a contribution to defray the cost, there is a wooden box in the Narthex or you may drop off contributions in the church office.

Graduate information requested! We wish to congratulate all of our graduates this spring. If someone in your family is graduating (from college, graduate school or high school) this spring, please contact Gail Dibble, Joe Maxwell or the church office. All information will appear in the July/August newsletter.

We welcome everyone each Sunday for worship. Our summer worship (9:30 am) schedule will run June 4 – September 3 this year. Worship will begin at 9:30 a.m. those Sundays.

Attendance week of 6-4-17 60 The amount needed each week The amount given week of 6-4-17

$1,972.00 $2,756.00

The amount needed year-to-date The amount given YTD as of 6-4-17 Fuel Fund given YTD as of 6-4-17

Mission giving week of 6-4-17 Mission giving YTD as of 6-4-17

$45,356.00 $49,745.88

$2,677.20

$246.00 $2,341.98

Apportionment Needed 2017 Apportionment received YTD as of 6-4-17

$6,734.40 $1,976.26

Thought for today: “Don’t judge each day by the harvest you reap but by the seeds that you plant.” —Robert Louis Stevenson