First Presbyterian Church

May 22, 2016 10:30 a.m. Trinity Sunday

Music Appreciation Sunday Be reverent. This is the house of the Lord. Before the service, speak to God. During the

service, let God speak to you. After the service, speak to one another.

“I will strive to enter that intimate space of Christ’s radical love with you.”

GATHERING AROUND THE WORD

Prelude “First Praise” Bill Ingram

A Pealing Sound

Welcome and Church Life Notes

*Passing of the Peace - please share the peace & love of Christ with your neighbor

Introit “This Is My Father’s World” arr. Roger Summers

*Call to Worship (read responsively) Leader: Today we come to worship the one in three – the three in one.

People: Holy Trinity, you show us what it is to never be alone.

Leader: Divinity beyond our understanding, you are always loving each other

and us.

People: And your forms help us better understand your ways.

Leader: We will never fully comprehend your vast nature, so you show us in

parts.

People: Glory be this day as we celebrate the Father, the Son and the Holy

Spirit without end. Amen.

*Hymn “All Creatures of Our God and King” #15

Prayer of Confession (read responsively)

Leader: The Psalms say that we were created a little bit lower than the divine,

but it feels so much lower than that. We come before the Triune One

today confessing that distance that we have created.

People: O Lord, you have given us dominion over the works of your

hands, and we have not been faithful caretakers. You have

shown us love, and we have turned it into hate and indifference.

You have invited us into relationship with you and each other,

and we have turned away. Help us turn around again. Help us

rejoin the heavenly chorus singing the majesty of your name.

Forgive us, we pray, for not being who you created us to be.

(A moment for silent personal prayer of confession)

Assurance of Pardon (read responsively)

Leader: Dear ones, even as you walk away, your invitation is still being called

to rejoin God, Christ and the Holy Spirit as they dance the rhythm of

the cosmos.

People: Even as we just begin to turn back around, in the name of Jesus

Christ our Lord and Savior, our sins are forgiven. Alleluia 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!

Anthem "Sing Forever to the Lord" Jon Paige

Chancel Choir

PROCLAIMING THE WORD

Time for Small Disciples Rev. Sarah Hooker (Children may leave for the Child Care Room following the children's message.)

Prayer for Illumination (read responsively) Leader: Living Word, you still have many things to say to us.

People: Speak, and we will try to bear them.

Leader: By your Word, may the Spirit guide us into all truth, that our lives may

glorify you.

People: Amen.

First Scripture Reading (page 492 OT in the pew Bible) Psalm 8

Leader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

*Hymn “Open My Eyes, That I May See” #451

Second Scripture Reading (page 110 NT in the pew Bible) John 16:12-15

Leader: This is the Word of the Lord. People: Thanks be to God.

Sermon “Bearing Truth” Rev. Sarah Hooker

RESPONDING TO THE WORD

*Affirmation of Faith – The Apostles’ Creed – (Traditional version) (read in unison) (Ushers gather in the narthex at this time.)

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; on 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.

Presentation of Gifts and Offerings

Call to the Offering Offertory "Jubilate” Brenda Austin

A Pealing Sound

*Choral Response “The Doxology” # 606

*Prayer of Dedication

Sharing Joys and Concerns

Prayers of the People & The Lord’s Prayer

… “forgive us our debts as we forgive our debtors”

*Parting Hymn “I’ve Got Peace like a River” #623

*Benediction

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

*Postlude “Toccata Jubiloso” Lani Smith

*You are invited to stand.

Pastor: Rev. Sarah Hooker Music Director: Gayle Olsen Organist: Gayle Olsen A Pealing Sound Director: Bea Mooney e-mail: office@fpcdelhi.org

Liturgist: Musicians of FPC 4 Clinton Street, Delhi, NY 13753 (607) 746-2155, Fax # 746-2156

Web Site: www.fpcdelhi.org

The First Presbyterian Church Delhi, New York

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)

SUNDAY May 22

MUSIC APPRECIATION SUNDAY 9:30 am A Pealing Sound Rehearsal (Sanctuary) 9:30 am Sunday School (RR) 10:00 am Choir Gathers (Chapel) 10:30 am Worship (FPC Sanctuary) 11:30 am Coffee Hour Fellowship (FH) 12:00 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary) 1:00 pm Girl Scout Troop 365 Meeting (CR)

MONDAY May 23

9:00 am Senior Fitness (FH) 10:00 am Monday Morning Bridge (BR) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 7:00 pm Music Worship and Sacraments Committee Meeting (RR)

TUESDAY May 24

NEWSLETTER DEADLINE 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 2:30 pm Tai Chi for Arthritis (Chapel) 5:00 pm Weight Watchers (FH)

WEDNESDAY May 25

7:30 am SPARKS at Crossroads Café 9:00 am Senior Fitness (FH) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 12:00 pm Delhi Clergy Association (Library) 5:30 pm Girl Scout Troop Meeting (CR)

THURSDAY May 26

11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR) 2:30 pm Tai Chi for Arthritis (Chapel)

FRIDAY May 27

10:00 am Gentle Yoga (Chapel) 11:00 am Delaware Opportunities Senior Meals (CR)

SATURDAY May 28

SUNDAY May 29

9:30 am Sunday School (RR) 10:00 am Choir Gathers (Chapel) 10:30 am Worship (FPC Sanctuary) 11:30 am Coffee Hour Fellowship (FH) 12:00 pm Chancel Choir Rehearsal (Sanctuary)

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

The summer worship schedule will begin June 12 and run through September 4. Worship will begin at 9:30 a.m. those Sundays.

First Presbyterian Church

Delhi, New York Church Life: May 22, 2016

“I will strive to enter that intimate space of Christ’s radical love with you.”

Let all rejoice who have a voice to raise! And may God give us faith to sing always: Alleluia! Alleluia! (From the hymn “When in Our Music God Is Glorified”)

You come to us as Three-in-One, our Triune God. Help us experience the dynamic ways you create, redeem and sustain us.

We invite everyone to take a moment during the offertory to sign the Church Attendance Register found in each pew. 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 Sarah, the Church Office or any Elder.

COFFEE HOUR will be held today in the Fellowship Hall immediately following the Worship Service. EVERYONE is invited to this time of fellowship. Please join us this morning!

The GREETERS this morning are Nancy Thomson and Tom Leo.

The ROSEBUD on the Communion Table this morning is given by the Deacons in honor of the birth of Lucas Elliott Magyar born May 1, 2016. Lucas is the son of Amber and Michael Magyar and brother to Jacob. Lucas is also the great grandson of Joan Pawlikowski, grandson of Joan and Stan Pawlikowski, the nephew of Sarah and Jeff Kellogg and cousin of Shaine Pawlikowski. Lucas’ other FPC family include Kathy & Charley Beveridge; Brian, Trish & Eva Sprague and John & Kathryn Pawlikowski.

The FLOWERS at the pulpit this morning are given in memory of Robert F. Thomson by the Sullivan and Thomson families.

The FLOWERS at the lectern this morning are given in honor of Bea Money by the members of the A Pealing Sound Bell Choir who continue to be blessed by her dedication and hard work.

MUSIC APPRECIATION Sunday

As we worship today, we thank all those who add so much to our worship service every week through their

gifts to our music ministry. To our Music Director, Gayle Olsen;

to our Cherub Choir director, Linda Malcolm; to A Pealing Sound & Rainbow Bells director, Bea Mooney;

to our Associate Choir Director, Jim Merwin; to our choir, soloists, special music,

handbell ringers, cherub choir, rainbow bells: We say thank you!

Thank you for sharing the gifts God gave you as you help us worship and give praise to God! May we offer our

appreciation, respect and admiration for the dedication of those who share their gifts with us.

Thank you musicians for volunteering your time and blessing us by

sharing your beautiful gift of music with us! The CHILD CARE ROOM will be available to parents today during the worship service. Volunteers are needed. There is a list of who will be providing care each week posted on the Nursery door. Child care is usually provided from after the children's sermon until the end of worship most Sundays.

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.

Please plan to join us on

June 5 at 10:30 am for CHILDREN’S SUNDAY.

The children's Sunday School at First Presbyterian is now an all ages class where students will use their imagination through LEGO© creations to experience their faith and the biblical story. Join us next week and see God at work, brick by brick. Sunday School starts at 9:30 am each Sunday during the school year. If you are interested in helping to lead the class, contact the Christian Ed Committee for more information.

Mark your calendars – PW Chicken BBQ – June 24 PW Bake Sale at Fair on the Square – July 15

The TRUSTEES responsible for counting today are Art Maxwell and Steve McKeegan. The Trustees responsible for counting on May 29 are Bruce Burr and Erica Cantwell.

The 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.

**Newsletter Deadline** Newsletter articles are due in the office on Tuesday, May 24 in order to be placed in the Summer Courier. If you are able to turn items in earlier, it is greatly appreciated.

Attendance week of 5-15-16 60 The amount needed each week The amount given week of 5-15-16

$2,903.70 $1,,464.00

The amount needed year-to-date The amount given YTD as of 5-15-16 Fuel Fund given YTD as of 5-15-16

Mission giving week of 5-15-16 Mission giving YTD as of 5-15-16

$60,977.70 $39,186.23

$1,008.00

$58.00 $2,170.00

Apportionment Needed 2016 Apportionment received YTD as of 5-15-16

$6,658.32 $1,772.75

The Per Capita amount for 2016 has been set at $34.86 per member.

Thoughts on Giving: “But when he comes, the Spirit of truth, he will guide you to all truth...” JOHN 16:13 Jesus sent the Holy Spirit to help us know and live the truth. To prepare ourselves, we need to open our hearts to receive this gift before we can give it. Develop a daily prayer routine to ask the Holy Spirit to help guide our thoughts and actions. Stewardship Prayer: That we may allow the Holy Spirit to guide our daily actions and thoughts.

May Mission Emphasis – Birthday Offering

“After silence, that which comes nearest to expressing the inexpressible is music.” ―Aldous Huxley