Order of WorshipSecond Sunday after Epiphany

January 17, 202111 a.m.

Preparation

Prelude “Laudate Dominum” Wolfgang Amadeus MozartKathleen Jarrell, violinist

Words of Welcome The Reverend Pen Peery

Chiming of the Trinity

AdorationChoral Call to Worship Paul Sjolund

Make a joyful noise unto the Lord! Serve the Lord with gladness. Come before his presence with singing. Enter into his gates with thanksgiving and into his courts with praise. Be thankful unto him and bless his name.

First Presbyterian

ChurchFounded in 1821

For Christ in the Heart of Charlotte

*Hymn No. 1 “Holy, Holy, Holy! Lord, God Almighty!” nicaea

To be installed as Deacon:Kim BooherKent BuzardMelissa ChildersBo CogginsWalker FritzVan GambrellPage HullBen LongSally McElweeEd MunnRob PressleyEvan SchmitBill SchweppeLiz SignetJason SneadCarroll WaltonAddie Williams

To be installed as Elder:Libby BellMike FischerSteve GodwinTripp MonroeClaire Tate

Nell is the daughter of Allison and Michael Merriman.

The sympathy of the congregation is expressed to Russell Bryan on the death of his father, Jim Bryan.

We continue the sermon series on The Great Ends of the Church.  In addition to worship, our Pathways to Discipleship online classes will explore the six “great ends” - statements of purpose that have guided the Presbyterian Church for more than 100 years.

ConfessionCall to Confession The Reverend Anna Dickson

Prayer of Confession Merciful God, you call, but we are hard of hearing. You beckon, but we turn the other way. Sin keeps us from responding to you, and so we fail to love mercy, show kindness and walk humbly with you.

Forgive our lack of attention to the things that matter. Focus us on your call to worship and service. Release us from all that prevents us from being the people you would have us be, so that we may choose the path that points in the way of Jesus Christ, whose love is stronger than death. Amen. Response (Hymn No. 551) land of rest Lord, have mercy; Christ, have mercy; Lord, have mercy upon us. Lord, have mercy; Christ, have mercy; Lord, have mercy upon us.

Assurance of Pardon One: Friends, believe the good news. All: In Jesus Christ we are forgiven. *Response (Hymn No. 33) llanfair Praise the Lord! God’s glories show, Alleluia! Saints within God’s courts below, Alleluia! Angels round the throne above, Alleluia! All who see and share God’s love. Alleluia!

Sacrament of BaptismSacrament of Baptism Eleanor Eldridge Merriman *Apostles’ 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, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate, was crucified, dead, and buried; he descended into hell; the third day he rose again 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 quick and the dead. I believe in the Holy Ghost; the holy catholic Church; the communion of saints; the forgiveness of sins; the resurrection of the body; and the life everlasting. Amen.

Proclamation

Prayer for Illumination

Scripture through Music Isaiah 6:1-8 David McK. Williams In the year that King Uzziah died, I saw also the Lord sitting upon a throne, high, and lifted up, and his train filled the temple. Above it stood a seraphim; each one had six wings. With twain he covered his face, with twain he covered his feet, and with twain he did fly. And one cried unto another and said “Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord of hosts. The earth is full of his glory.” And the posts of the door moved at the voice of him that cried and the house was filled with smoke. Then said I, “Woe is me! For I am undone because I am a man of unclean lips, and I dwell in the midst of a people of unclean lips. For mine eyes have seen the King, the Lord of hosts.” Then flew one of the seraphim, having a live coal in his hand, which he had taken with the tongs from off the altar; and he laid it upon my mouth and said “Lo, this hath touched thy lips, and thine iniquity is taken away, and thy sin is purged.” Also I heard the voice of the Lord, saying, “Whom shall I send, and who will go for us?” Then said I, “Here am I. Send me.”

Meditation “Lost in Wonder, Love, and Praise” The Reverend Pen Peery

*Hymn No. 366 “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling” hyfrydol

ResponsePrayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer The Reverend Robert Galloway

Our Father who art in heaven, hallowed be thy name. Thy kingdom come, thy will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us this day our daily bread; and forgive us our debts, as we forgive our debtors; and lead us not into temptation, but deliver us from evil. For thine is the kingdom and the power and the glory, forever. Amen.

Stewardship of Life

Offertory Anthem “Sanctus” from Requiem Gabriel Fauré Sanctus, Sanctus, Sanctus Dominus. Holy, Holy, Holy Lord, Deus Sabaoth. Lord God of hosts. Pleni sunt coeli et terra. Heaven and earth are full of your glory, O Lord. Hosanna in excelsis. Hosanna in the highest. Ordination and Installation of Elders and Deacons Statement of Purpose Constitutional Questions Prayer of Ordination Charge

Sending Forth

*Hymn No. 641 “When in Our Music God Is Glorified!” engleberg

Virtual Passing of the Peace

Benediction

Benediction Response “Amen” danish

Postlude Voluntary in G Healey Willan

We are glad you are worshipping with us

today!

We welcome all to First Presbyterian Church

as we worship together, knowing that each of us is a beloved part of the body of

Christ.

Our PastorsPendleton B. Peery

Senior Pastorppeery@firstpres-charlotte.org

Robert L. GallowayAssociate Pastor for Christian Formation and Young Adults

rgalloway@firstpres-charlotte.org

Anna R. DicksonAssociate Pastor for Congregational Care

adickson@firstpres-charlotte.org

Mary Margaret PorterParish Associate

mporter@firstpres-charlotte.org

Charles C. WilliamsonParish Associate

cwilliamson@firstpres-charlotte.org

__________William P. Young, IIIDirector of Music Ministries

wyoung@firstpres-charlotte.org

Are you interested in joining our church?

Contact Jane IvesMembership Coordinator

jives@firstpres-charlotte.org

Pastor on callIf you have a pastoral emergency outside of regular church hours, dial 704.927.0256 for the on-call

voicemail. Your call will be returned promptly.

200 West Trade Street Charlotte, NC 28202

www.firstpres-charlotte.org 704.332.5123

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Bicentennial Kick Off Sunday and Guest Preacher The Bicentennial Year will celebrate its kick off on Sunday, January 31. The Rev. Dr. Katie Crowe will be the guest preacher . Katie serves as the Senior Pastor at Trinity Avenue Presbyterian Church in Durham, NC. She served as the Associate Pastor for Service and Mission at FPC for eight years. Katie will speak at the Formation Hour at 9 a.m. (Please note this special time.) You can join via zoom by registering at bit.ly/CoffeewithKatie.

FUPC Virtual ServicesFirst United Presbyterian Church is worshipping (virtually) in their sanctuary.  Our two churches have grown together in partnership since last March, and while First United will largely be worshipping in their own space, we will continue our partnership by worshipping together on a regular occasion going forward. 

January Sermon and Pathways Focus:  The Great Ends of the Church “The Great Ends of the Church”, six aspirations for the body of Christ, suggest that the church is heading somewhere. Indeed we are on a journey. For 200 years, First Presbyterian has been striving towards these goals that were established in the early 20th century. While we are rooted in tradition, we are committed to the future. January’s Sermon Series and Pathways to Discipleship will explore the foundation of the Great Ends and will shine light on the ways our history has shaped our ministries and how FPC is being called forward.  Register here for weekly classes @10 a.m. January 3-24:  https://bit.ly/GreatEndsJanClasses

Even though we are not meeting in person, we ask for your continued support. We encourage you to give by text, online at www.firstpres-charlotte.org, or by mailing a check to 200 W. Trade Street, Charlotte, NC, 28202. Your gift will support the ministry and mission of First Presbyterian Church.

In Loving Memory of

Mrs. Jill DinwiddieNovember 23, 1940 - January 7, 2021

and

Mr. Marion (Sonny) V. BakerFebruary 25, 1925 - January 10, 2021

Blessed are the dead who die in the Lord, says the Spirit.Revelation 14:13

Elders, Class of 2021

Libby BellLibby Bell has been a member of First Presbyterian Church for 18 years. She and her husband, Tim, have four children who are active in youth and music programming at church. Libby has served as a deacon, Sunday school teacher, PW leader, and search committee participant Chair.

Mike FischerMike and Catherine Fischer have been members of FPC since 1987. They have two grown children, Caitlin and Scott, whose wife is Alyson. Mike has been involved in various aspects of ministry at our church, including the Loaves & Fishes pantry, Room in the Inn and Christian formation, where he has led Sunday school classes for both youth and young adults. He has served multiple terms on the board at Sharon Towers.

Steve GodwinSteve and his wife Anna joined FPC in 2017, after moving from Atlanta to Charlotte. They have two teenage daughters, Caroline and Kate. Steve works for an executive search firm, DHR International, where he is a Partner. He mentors students for Communities in Schools, where Anna serves as Major Gifts Officer, and enjoys volunteering for Room in the Inn. He is a graduate of Davidson College.

Tripp MonroeTripp and his wife, Carmalita, joined FPC in early 2007. They have two children who were both baptized at FPC and who both attended the Weekday School – Emma (14), their daughter, and Wade (11), their son. Tripp has been active at FPC through Sunday School, various committees and Room in the Inn. He is a native of Burlington and attended UNC Chapel Hill for college and Duke for law school. Professionally, Tripp has practiced at Moore & Van Allen since moving to Charlotte from New York in late 2006.

Claire TateClaire, her husband, John, and their children, Bright and Austin, joined First Presbyterian in 1999. She is a native of Columbus, GA, and a graduate of Sweet Briar College. Claire has been active at FPC as an Elder, a member of several committees including Lakewood Preschool, Child & Family Outreach, Outreach, Grier Initiative, the Balcony Group and the Willard Lecture. She currently chairs the CDC Diversification and Expansion Committee.

Deacons, Class of 2021KIM BOOHER Kim and her husband Eddie practiced law in Washington, DC before moving to Charlotte in 1996. She became a full-time mom to her now adult daughters Kendall, Cameron & Bailey, who grew up at FPC. At First Pres, Kim has taught Sunday School & Vacation Bible School, tutored at Westerly Hills, coordinated the Westerly Hills STEM afterschool program, assisted with Westerly Hills book fairs and PTA activities, accompanied the children’s choir during rehearsals, and provided meals for Room in the Inn. Her favorite empty-nest activity is music, especially playing the oboe.

KENT BUZARDKent and Sherri Buzard joined FPC in 2016 after moving uptown from South Charlotte. Their daughter Katie was married at FPC in 2018. Kent is the project manager for Charlotte Church Partners building Habitat houses in partnership with ten local churches. He is a member of the Global Missions Committee and active in the Haiti mission, Passages Sunday School class, and Thursday Morning Men’s Bible study. Kent is the owner of a Medical Gas Services business.

MELISSA CHILDERSMelissa is a native of Winston-Salem and was very involved as a member of First Presbyterian in Winston- Salem for 25 years prior to moving to Charlotte. Melissa has been a member of FPC and the Sanctuary choir since 1985. She has one daughter, Meredith, who was raised at FPC.  Melissa is most grateful to her husband, Don, for his never-ending support and willingness to sit alone on Sunday mornings!

BO COGGINSBo is a lifelong member of FPC. He grew up in the church’s youth group and earned his Eagle Scout award through FPC Troop 16. Bo is a member of the Young Adult Sub-Committee. He and his wife, Katina enjoy attending young adult Bible studies. In his spare time, he enjoys coaching baseball and serving on the board at Myers Park Trinity Little League. He is an Account Manager for Artech Information Systems and is looking forward to being a second-generation deacon at FPC-Charlotte.

WALKER FRITZWalker has been a member of FPC for nearly 4 years. She served as a Middle School Youth Advisor for the past 3 years. Walker is currently on the search committee for the Director of Youth Ministries and enjoys being involved in the young adult community as well as her PW Circle. Walker is a graduate of the University of South Carolina and works in marketing.

VAN GAMBRELLVan grew up attending First Presbyterian Church and is currently a member of the Willard Committee.  He married his wife, Kelly, at First Presbyterian Church.  Their daughter, Harper, currently attends the CDC.  Van is an intellectual property attorney in Charlotte.

PAGE HULLPage and her husband, Martin, joined FPC in 1998 and are the parents of three college and high school aged boys.  She has been involved in many areas of the church including the board of the Weekday School, the current Capital Campaign committee, a regular with Circle 15 and a volunteer with Habitat for Humanity, Camp Grier and Westerly Hills Elementary.  Outside of the church, Page works part time with Reid’s Fine Foods and plays tennis and golf.

BEN LONGBen Long joined First Presbyterian Church in the spring of 2017 after moving to Charlotte from Virginia. Prior to becoming a Deacon, he served as a high school youth adviser and committee chair for Fall Fest. Ben graduated from Virginia Tech and works at Wells Fargo as a strategic planning manager.

SALLY MCELWEESally grew up in Durham NC, attended Vanderbilt University, and moved to Charlotte after law school at Chapel Hill. Sally and her husband Tom joined FPC 30 years ago and raised their three children under this roof. John and Sarah were first in their class, I mean in the first classes of the Weekday School. Sally served as Volunteer Coordinator and Interim Director of Children’s Ministries at FPC, and currently participates in the Campaign Cabinet and Covid Care Team.

ED MUNNEd and his wife Madeline live in Uptown Charlotte and joined FPC last February. They are blessed with five children and ten grandchildren. Ed has been involved in a variety of activities including Habitat for Humanity, Sunday school, church facility planning, community college instructor, and housing and neighborhood development.

ROB PRESSLEYRob Pressley and his wife Kathy are both natives of Charlotte and members of First Presbyterian Church. Together they have five children with Rob’s three daughters being active in the church since pre-school. Rob has served as an Assistant Scout Master for Boy Scout Troop #16, an usher, and member of the Saturday morning sandwich kitchen team.

EVAN SCHMITEvan was born, baptized, and confirmed into the congregation of First Presbyterian Church, and he attended the Weekday School. He has been actively involved in church activities, including PYC, and most recently, he has joined the Ivey Handbell Choir. He attends Myers Park High School where he is active in the Marching Band, the Wind Ensemble, and the Jazz Ensemble. He also trains in the martial arts.

BILL SCHWEPPEBill and his late wife, Martha, joined FPC in 1984. Their children, Sarah and Mac, grew up in the church. Bill Is a native of Shelby and graduated from Duke. He has served as a deacon, elder, Stephen Minister, Sunday school teacher and CMPD volunteer. He and Suzanne Ross were married in October on the church’s front yard. They have enjoyed volunteering for Room In the Inn. She recently retired from TIAA and he is with Wells Fargo Advisors.

LIZ SIGNETLiz and her husband Nick joined FPC in 2015. Their daughter, Evie, was baptized at FPC and currently attends the CDC where Liz serves on the Parent Advisory Committee. Liz also serves on the Young Adult Committee and as a co-chair for PW Circle 2. She has served as a co-chair for Fall Festival, chair of the PW Fall Luncheon and chair of the PW Birthday Dinner. She works in marketing for Dixon Hughes Goodman. She and her family live in Plaza Midwood. JASON SNEADJason and his wife Christy have been members of FPC since 2015.  Their two boys, Cooper and Grayson, were both baptized at FPC and attend school at the CDC. Jason graduated from North Carolina State University and works in the promotional products industry as a manufacturer’s representative. He has served on mission trips to Mexico, Rio, and Costa Rica and currently serves on FPC’s Young Adult Committee.

CARROLL WALTONCarroll Walton joined First Presbyterian in the fall of 2015. She and her husband Gus have three sons who attend the Weekday School. Carroll currently serves as the chair of the Parents Advisory Committee for the Weekday School, and has also served on the Cuba Mission team.

ADDIE WILLIAMSAddie is a lifelong member of FPC and is honored to serve as a Deacon. Addie is currently a junior at Providence High School. Addie is part of the youth group and has attended the Montreat Youth Conference and mission trips. Addie is super thankful for her family and church in supporting her through this amazing journey.