Collingswood Presbyterian Church

February 3, 2013

30 Fern Avenue Collingswood, New Jersey 08108

Telephone: 856-854-4523 ♦ Fax: 856-854-4460 Website: collingswoodpres.com

E-mail: collspres@verizon.net

The Rev. Dr. Katherine G. Killebrew, Pastor

William Powell, Director of Music

Gretchen Kolecki, Director of Christian Education

Joan Hafer, Church Secretary

Chris Keeley, Custodian

COLLINGSWOOD PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH SERVICE FOR THE LORD’S DAY

February 3, 2013 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time

ASSEMBLE IN GOD’S NAME

Silent Prayer

In you, O God, we find a place of refuge - a strong and secure place of

shelter and safety - giving us confidence to believe that you hear us

and protect us. You are the foundation of our hope, the source of our trust;

a rock to lean on and a safe place to rest in from the time of our birth. Amen.

Prelude

Welcome and Announcements

We welcome you in the name of our Lord, Jesus Christ! Please sign the

guest book in the narthex so we can send you a welcome packet.

Gathering of Prayer Concerns and Joys

Please raise your hand to share your joys or concerns to be included in the

prayers of the people this day. You may also write your concern on the pink

sheets and hand to the Pastor. Please mail a prayer card from the narthex to

your loved one.

Centering Music "Lord, Listen to Your Children Praying”

Children’s Choir

(*Please stand for items marked with an asterisk.)

Call to Worship

Leader: Let all who would serve the Lord enter God's house for

worship!

People: We would serve the Lord our God, but we are weak and

without voice.

Leader: The Lord is our strength and gives us the words to

proclaim to all.

People: Then let us lean upon the Lord and lift our voices to

serve the Christ.

Leader: And let our hearts be not afraid as we proclaim the Word

of the Lord.

All: Blessed be the name of the Lord!

*Hymn: “Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord God Almighty” PH#138

*Prayer of Confession (unison)

Leader: Almighty God, we have sinned against you in what we

have done and what we have left undone.

People: What have I done Lord? I have said no to you and to

choices that I know would be good for me. I have

turned away from people out of fear and self-

protection.

Leader: Our Brother, Jesus, we ask your forgiveness for rejecting

you when your words are too difficult.

People: What have I done Lord? I say I follow you, and yet I

turn away from your ways. I ignore the call to love

others. Worse yet, I have been so self-concerned that I

haven’t even noticed when I have hurt others by my

rejection or indifference.

Leader: O Holy Spirit that calls us to new life, we ask your

forgiveness for doubting your promise to sustain us.

People: What have I done Lord? I have said yes to you and

others, and now I am afraid. I have agreed to join or

lead and feel so inadequate. I am not old enough,

secure enough or wise enough. What was I thinking?

I can’t do this!

Time of silence

*Words of Assurance

Leader: Jesus said, “Peace be still,” and the furious waters

calmed and the disciples were led to safety.

People: You give us all that we need, O Lord. I believe, help

my unbelief.

Leader: As we surrender our fears and take steps of faith, God is

with us.

People: You give us all that we need, O Lord. I believe, help

my unbelief.

Leader: Friends, believe the words of Jesus, “I am the Life,

whoever believes in me shall never die.”

People: You give us all that we need, O Lord. I believe, help

my unbelief. Amen.

*Congregational Response - “O Lord, Hear My Prayer” STF# 2200

O Lord, hear my prayer. O Lord, hear my prayer.

When I call, answer me.

O Lord, hear my prayer. O Lord, hear my prayer.

Come and listen to me.

*Sharing of the Peace

Leader: The peace of Christ be with you.

People: And also with you.

PROCLAIM GOD’S WORD

Children’s Sermon

(Children Pre-K through 2nd Grade may leave for Sunday School.

Grades 3-5 remain for communion.)

Anthem: “Cantate Domino” by Natalie Sleeth

Chancel Choir

Epistle Lesson: Jeremiah 1: 4 - 10 (p. 685)

Psalm 71: 1 - 17: (responsively)

Leader: In you, O Lord, I take refuge; let me never be put to

shame.

People: In your righteousness, deliver me and rescue me;

incline your ear to me and save me.

Leader: Be to me a rock of refuge, a strong fortress, to save me,

for you are my rock and my fortress.

People: Rescue me, O my God, from the hand of the wicked,

from the grasp of the unjust and cruel.

Leader: For you, O Lord, are my hope, my trust, O Lord, from

my youth.

People: Upon you, I have leaned from my birth; it was you who

took me from my mother’s womb. My praise is

continually of you.

Leader: I have been like a portent to many, but you are my strong

refuge.

People: My mouth is filled with your praise, and with your

glory all day long.

Leader: Do not cast me off in the time of old age; do not forsake

me when my strength is spent.

People: For my enemies speak concerning me, and those who

watch for my life consult together.

Leader: They say, “Pursue and seize that person whom God has

forsaken, for there is no one to deliver.”

People: O God, do not be far from me; O my God, make haste

to help me!

Leader: Let my accusers be put to shame and consumed; let

those who seek to hurt me be covered with scorn and

disgrace.

People: But I will hope continually and will praise you yet

more and more.

Leader: My mouth will tell of your righteous acts, of your deeds

of salvation all day long, though their number is past

my knowledge.

People: I will come praising the mighty deeds of the Lord

God. I will praise your righteousness, yours alone.

All: O God, from my youth you have taught me, and I still

proclaim your wondrous deeds.

*Hymn: “O, Jesus, I Have Promised” PH#388

Gospel: Luke 4: 21 - 30 (p. 936)

Sermon: “Winners and Losers”

The Rev. Dr. Katherine G. Killebrew

RESPONSE TO THE WORD

*Affirmation of Faith The Nicene Creed

We believe in one God, the Father, the Almighty,

maker of heaven and earth, of all that is, seen and unseen.

We believe in one Lord, Jesus Christ, the only Son of God,

eternally begotten of the Father, God from God, Light from

Light, begotten, not made, of one Being with the Father;

through him all things were made. For us and for our

salvation he came down from heaven, was incarnate of the

Holy Spirit and the Virgin Mary and became truly human.

For our sake he was crucified under Pontius Pilate; he suffered

death and was buried. On the third day he rose again in

accordance with the Scriptures; he ascended into heaven and

is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again

in glory to judge the living and the dead, and his kingdom

will have no end.

We believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who

proceeds from the Father and the Son,

who with the Father and the Son is worshiped and glorified,

who has spoken through the prophets.

We believe in one holy catholic and apostolic Church. We

acknowledge one baptism for the forgiveness of sins. We look

for the resurrection of the dead, and the life of the world to

come. Amen.

Offering

We offer these gifts, O God, not because you require them, but

because we want to express our gratitude.

They are not meant to impress, but to accomplish

some good in the world. With them we commit ourselves to

justice, kindness, and a humble walk with our Creator.

Teach us to give without counting the cost.

In Jesus’ name. Amen.

Prayer of Dedication

Hymn: ”You Satisfy the Hungry Heart” PH#521

The Lord’s Supper

Invitation

Great Prayer of Thanksgiving Leader: The Lord be with you. People: And also with you. Leader: Lift up your hearts. People: We lift them to the Lord. Leader: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God. People: It is right to give our thanks and praise. Leader: It is truly right and our greatest joy. . . And join their unending hymn singing, (Hymn #581) People: Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, God of power and might

Heaven and Earth are full of your glory Hosanna in the highest Blessed is he who comes in the name of the Lord Hosanna in the highest!

Leader: Blessed are you, O Lord Most high… (Prayers of intercession, petition and the Lord’s Prayer)

The Words of Institution

The Distribution of the Elements

(Please hold the elements until all have been served.)

The Bread - "Come, Ye Thankful People, Come”

arr. Christine Anderson, Andy Wilson, Handbell Solo

The Cup - Please join in singing the refrain of “Eat This Bread.”

(Choir will sing vs. 1, 4 & 5.)

(Refrain) Eat this bread, drink this cup,

Come to Christ and never be hungry.

Eat this bread, drink this cup,

Trust in Christ and you will not thirst.

Prayer after communion (unison)

Carry with you today the wisdom and strength that the world calls foolish and weak. Jesus Christ, the power and wisdom of God, is our refuge and our strength. Amen.

GO IN GOD’S NAME

*Hymn: “Let us Talents and Tongues Employ ” PH#514

*Benediction

*Choral Response

*Postlude

Go Forward and Serve!

Be a part of God’s work through CPC!

PLEASE JOIN US FOR FELLOWSHIP IN THE LOUNGE.

Sunday, February 3, 2013

Welcome to the fellowship of Jesus Christ! If you are a visitor, please sign the Fellowship Book

in the narthex so we know you are here!

Large print bulletins and hymnals are available for your convenience.

If you have difficulty hearing, personal amplifiers are available in the narthex.

Parents, please pick up a worship activity bag for your children. Please return the bags to the narthex after the service.

for your service! Reader: Buzzy LeCluyse Deacon of the Day: Rich Herzog

Fellowship Hour Hosts: Jane Trent

Flowers: The flowers today are given by Linda and Paul Young in memory of Ed Schmidt, Linda’s father.

Today in Sunday School: Children in Prek-2 grade will be

leaving for Sunday School and can be picked up in Calvin

Hall following service. Children in grades 3-5 will be staying

for Communion. This week, the children will be studying how

God is Love and will be making decorations for the Valentine’s

Day Dance.

Last week, the children studied Mark 3:13-35, how Jesus taught that

those who follow God are Jesus’ family.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR TEACHERS FOR FEBRUARY & MARCH!!

PLEASE SEE GRETCHEN KOLECKI TO SIGN UP.

Youth:

There IS youth group today from 1-4. They will be going “Super”

bowling.

The Youth are selling tickets for the Flapjack Breakfast which is on

Saturday, March 9th at the Audubon Applebee’s. Tickets are $5 for kids

and $8 for adults. Breakfast includes: pancakes, scrambled eggs, sausage,

orange juice, and coffee. Please see a member of the youth group or

Gretchen Kolecki for tickets.

Cupid Comes to

Collingswood!

Let’s have some fun!!! All Adults, teens and children are invited to an evening of danc-ing, crafts for the kids, and goodies at CPC. Date & Time: Feb 9th, from 6 - 9 pm (after dinner)

Decorations: By our Sunday School children Music: by Dennis Kolecki (Spotify & Ipod selections) Sign-up to bring appetizers and desserts!

Congregational Visioning Day All are invited to a morning to dream and plan for the future of

CPC. Who shall we be in the next five years?

What will we do as followers of Christ?

Saturday, February 16, from 9am -12:30 pm in the CPC lounge, we

will gather to work together as a community of faith. All officers

(deacons and elders) are required to attend. Members and com-

mitted “friends” of our church are invited. Lunch will be served at

12:30 for those who can stay. Baby sitting will be provided.

If you are interested and want to know more, talk with Pastor

Kate. Please attend. We need everyone to continue our work as a

faithful and lively church of Jesus Christ!

ADULT EDUCATION

One Year Journey Through the Bible

Sundays at 9AM in the lounge. We are working our way through the Bible together. You can also read interpretive material about the Journey in Pastor Kate's blog found on our church’s web site at collingswoodpres.com.

Help Support our Youth Group Mission Trips! This year, we are pleased that our youth will be going on TWO mission trips.

Senior highs Andy Wilson, Angela Sperlunto, Lindsey Ball, and Natalie Sperlunto

will be going to Purdue Indiana in July for the Presbyterian Church Youth

Triennium. It is an amazing youth conference of over 4,000 Presbyterian youth

and youth adults worshipping, learning, and having fun together!

In July, the middle school kids will be going on their Mission trip to Massanetta

Springs, Virginia for a week of service, learning, and fun!

So, they will need your support! If you are interested in contributing, just put

Youth Mission trips on your memo line of your check. We are also having fund-

raisers for the Annual Meeting, including a hoagie sale, Applebee’s breakfast on

March 9th, and a car wash in June. Each student needs to raise $250.00, so please

help them out!!

DEACONS’ UPDATE

NEW VISIONS - In addition to providing meals, New Visions Homeless Day Shelter also has shower facilities. They are in need of new or gently used bath towels. Please leave towels under the food collection table in the back of the Church.

Fellowship Time The Deacons are asking for donations of cookies, brownies, veggies, cheese, crackers, pretzels, etc. for Fellowship Time.

Homemade or store-bought - anything you can bring is appreciated!

FOOD PANTRY - Last year at this time, St. Paul’s was providing food for 200 families. This year they have over 450 on the list. Please donate whatever you can. Cold cereal is still requested.

What’s happening at CPC this week?

Sun., 2/3 Souper Bowl of Caring

9:00 am - 10:00 am - Bible Study

10:30 am – Worship, Communion, Sunday School

11:45 am - Christian Ed Committee Meeting

11:45 am - Worship & Music Committee Meeting

1:00 - 4:00 pm - Youth Group - “Souper” Bowling

Tues., 2/5 7:00 pm - Deacons’ Meeting

Wed., 2/6 11:00 am - Staff Meeting

5:30 pm - 6:15 pm - Beginner Handbell Choir

6:15 pm - 7:30 pm - Advanced Handbell Choir

7:00 pm - 8:00 pm - Confirmation Class

7:30 pm - 8:30 pm - Adult Handbell Choir

Thur., 2/7 5:00 pm - 10 pm Girl Scouts JR & DR

7:00 pm - Choir Practice

Fri., 2/8 1:00 pm - 8 pm - Blood Drive

Sat., 2/9 6:00 pm - 9 pm - Cupid Comes to Collingswood

Dance, Crafts, Goodies

WEEKLY COMMUNITY USE

Spring of Life Church: 1:00-5:00 pm Sun, 8:00- 9:30 pm Fri.

Collingswood Crew Club: Mon. through Fri. 5:30 - 7:00 am,

3:30 - 5:00 pm, Sat. 8:00 - 10:00 am

Toddler Play Group: Tues. and Wed., 9:30 - 11:00 am

KEEP IN YOUR PRAYERS... Those who serve in government, our military personnel, & those who work in other countries: Our country, our president, and our leaders Our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan and around the world CPC Military personnel -- Mark McCaulley and Jennifer Riippa Those in Care Facilities or at home Elizabeth Baggett Mabel Cordier Elsie Hak Robert Johnson Evelyn Plunkett Dorothy Varnum Jean Waitz Robert Johnson Mabel Oleksiak

Pray for Health and Wellness Michael Arizzi Michelle Burnham Bud Damon Paul Dorety Charlie Dunlevy Peter Fagan Jack Fagan Gail Gilroy Sarah Ginter Frank Griffin Max Gureki Brooke Hankins Sara Ann Kronrot Tony Lazorko Bob Lowden Joann Marion Barbara Miner Charlie Musumeci Toni Piles Jay Sills Sam Jang Do-Soon Edward Werner Melissa & T.J. Fazzio Claire Johnston Pat Lepore Richard Pozniak Bree Donovan Sage Carfagno Beth’s father Sheilla Dashcow Clair Joan Klacik Please pick up a prayer card in the narthex and mail it to these loved ones for whom we pray.

Our Partners in Mission The Presbyterian Church of Pleasantville

Our PCUSA mission in Australia Juan G. Hall Presbyterian Church, Cardenas, Cuba

Njikob Presbyterian Church, Cameroon

If you are going into the hospital or would like a pastoral visit, please call or have a family member call the church office or Pastor Kate at home 218-1976

If you don’t call, we are going to assume you don’t want a visit!

Please remember to fill out a new pink form with each update for the prayer list.

Class of 2014 Class of 2015 Class of 2016

Carol Fulton Lorrie Heuser Louanna Sills

Janette Martinez Jane Trent James Burns

Richard Herzog Erica Werner Martha Jane Caldwell

Natalie Sperlunto

[Terms begin Feb 1 of each year or upon Ordination/Installation] Rev. 2/9/12

BOARD OF DEACONS

(Meets first Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.)

Lorrie Heuser, Moderator

Jane Trent, Treasurer

Committees of Session Chair

Christian Education Keith Haines

Finance and Stewardship Bob Marks

Membership and Church Life Lorraine Brown

Church, Society, and Mission Abby Murray

Outreach Candace Lowden

Memorial Karen Mazak

Personnel

Nominating Melissa Corso

Property Mark Standring

Worship and Arts

Class of 2014 Class of 2015 Class of 2016

Robert Marks Keith Haines Mark Standring

Lorraine Brown Melissa Corso Abby Murray

Jeff Hirt Candace Lowden

CHURCH STAFF AND OFFICERS - 2013

The Rev. Dr. Katherine G. Killebrew, Pastor (856-218-1976) Will Powell, Director of Music Joan Hafer, Church Secretary Chris Keeley, Custodian Gretchen Kolecki, Director of Christian Education

Maryann Kelly, Bookkeeper

THE SESSION

(Meets second Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m.) Melissa Corso, Clerk of Session

Bob Marks, Commissioner to Presbytery

Barbara Bockmann, Treasurer